Chapter 25

“I don’t know. You better talk to Ryder and ask him. I just overheard their conversation earlier,” Aurora explained.

“All right, I'll go down and talk to him,” I informed Aurora, who simply nodded in agreement.

“Eat something first,” Aurora insisted.

Aurora was right. I needed some sustenance before facing whatever awaited me downstairs. There was a chance I might lose my appetite later.

Fortunately, Aurora had prepared my favorite hotcakes and a pitcher of my favorite juice. But even as I ate, sadness weighed heavily on my heart.

“If you really love Ryder, then you must fight for your love, Nova. You are his wife, so you shouldn’t just let anyone take him from you,” Aurora said.

“Of course, I want to do that, Aurora. However, would you think Ryder wants me to fight for him? He didn’t say he loves me,” I replied, my voice tinged with uncertainty.

“Sometimes, Ryder couldn’t say how he truly felt, but I think he adores you, Nova. He’s s