Desire

 Chapter 30 As everyone exited the quarters where Davina was being treated, the group began to disperse, their footsteps echoing through the corridors. The werewolves headed to their own quarters, while the lycans went their separate way. Amelia and Ryder followed the lycans, but they branched off toward Ryder's chambers.  As they parted ways with the others, the soft glow of the moonlight cast a warm light on their part. Amelia couldn't help but express her concerns to Ryder. "What's wrong with your king? What did my friend do to him? He'd better not hurt her. She's wanted her mate for so long, and she has so many expectations and dreams about him. She'll be devastated if she finds out her mate doesn't want her." Amelia's words tumbled out without restraint, unaware that Orion had already rejected Davina. Ryder's expression was thoughtful, his eyes clouded with concern. "I don't know, but I know he's always hated the idea of mating. Don't worry, he'll come around. Even if he doesn'