The Alpha's Unwanted Luna (by Miss L) novel Chapter 152

Chapter 152

81 – Ryker

“What made you want to see my wolf?” she asked, her voice soft but curious.

“I don’t know,” I admitted, feeling a strange pull to have her here. “I just had this sudden urge to check on him. Ryker, you’re hurt—does that even matter right now?” She was trying to pull away from me, reaching toward my shoulder to examine the wound. I was nearly healed, the only trace left was the dried blood staining my skin. That was all she seemed to notice.

“I’m fine, really…” I assured her, though I could tell it didn’t convince her.

“Oh, Ryker… it was terrifying. I’m so relieved you’re okay. You’re incredibly brave, taking on those rogues all on your own!” Amy exclaimed, throwing herself against my back, pushing Kennedy aside without hesitation. I wasn’t sure if she hadn’t noticed Kennedy or simply didn’t care. But I was standing there naked, and frankly, I wasn’t in the mood to tolerate her nonsense. Only Kennedy had the right to see or touch me like this.

“Amy. Step away. Now,” I growled, my patience thinning.

“But… I just wanted to make sure you’re okay. You never minded before,” she cooed, her tone dripping with false sweetness. “I know how to comfort you.”

“All good questions,” I admitted, “and ones I don’t have answers for yet. But I have to say, I do like this sassy side of yours.” I moved behind her, close enough to feel the warmth radiating from her back, though I still didn’t touch her.

“You don’t like it enough. Not enough to do anything about it,” she teased, arching her back into me. An involuntary whimper escaped me as I gripped her biceps—not to push her away, but to keep her from escalating things. I couldn’t start anything now; she was in danger, and that was the problem I needed to solve first.

Leaning in, I brushed my lips softly against the shell of her ear. “I like it plenty. We’ll get there soon enough. I told you, I’m very interested in practicing making pups with you. I just want to take my time, and that’s something we never seem to have enough of. I…”