Chapter 13. She Is My Mate!

Ryder POV

I shut my eyes and let out a deep sigh as our car glided through the castle gates. The place I hate so much, not that I hate my people, but here, it never gives me peace of mind.

It has always been from one drama to another. That’s why I had to rent a mansion on the outer side of the city, anything to make me stay away from King Xandros Vortan Thorkon and Queen Rebecca Thorkon.

“We are here,” Logan nudged my shoulder, and I opened my eyes. I slammed the door open and stepped into the driveway.

And in front of me was the mansion… a huge, imposing stone building that rose above the landscaped gardens. Its granite walls glowed golden under the reflection of the sunlight. The narrow windows that slit the walls were like watchful eyes, taking in any visitor.

This was where I was supposed to call home, but somehow, it doesn’t fit into that name. Just a mere glance, and I could feel my blood boiling.

“We should get inside,” Logan flung o