Well wisher - Chapter 32

Flora – POV

I woke up early, wiping the sweat from my forehead as the haunting images from my dream lingered in my mind. In the dream, Elton had forced himself upon me, marking me as his fated mate, draining my power, and ruthlessly killing Ryker right before my eyes. I couldn't hold back the tears as I mourned Ryker’s death in my nightmare.

“Flora, you seem rattled.” I jumped at the sound of a voice so close to my ear. My eyes met Ryker's alluring gaze. I noticed he was still in his clothes from yesterday, though the buttons of his shirt were undone, revealing his strong chest.

“Ryker… You’re here,” I stammered.

“Did you have another nightmare? Is that what made you uncomfortable?” he asked, his eyes filled with concern. I nodded in response to his question.

“I came to help you sleep, and you pulled me close, treating me like some kind of teddy bear,” Ryker said, a hint of amusement in his voice despite the sad look in his eyes.

“Why can’t you just ignore it? Use magic to muffle