The Hunter (SAMPLE - Story moved to Inkitt)

Chapter 4 ~ Rocky

Song: Classic - MKTO
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...Claire's P.O.V...

"Jesus Ry, I love it when you use that tone, gets me all hot and bothered," I giggled manically.

"Shut up. Clearly, something happened after I left, so let's grab some food then head to the treehouse. I need to know everything!"

Collecting a plate containing salads, meat, and a cold drink, we headed out to my treehouse, Ryder and I built as kids. It had been our safe haven in our crazy lives, a place where we could just be us, away from the regimental pack of wankers we were forced to label family. Here, here we were princesses, warriors, homemakers, a CEO... Anything we wanted. Here, at the treehouse, we were free.

After explaining word for word, what happened last night, Myka and Ulric, every single sordid detail, right up until Ryder dropped through the roof, the only thing she questioned was Ulric.

"So, you gave him my number?"

"Really? That's all you've got to say?" I huffed, expecting a lot more from my best friend. "I just confessed my secrets, and you focus on Ulric."

"Look, I've known for years what you and Myka have been up too, but it was never my business to get involved in. You chose not to tell me, and I presumed your reasoning was your own. Though, your admiration of Myka always gave your feelings away. You seemed to have handled things perfectly last night, Clay, and as my Lieutenant, it was about time you showed Myka who was in charge, considering you outrank him. I think because we all grew up together, the lines are blurred a little, and now that we are preparing to take charge of our unit, it was time for Myka to realise he missed the boat by being a fuckboy and playing around." Ryder nodded at me to make sure I understood. "Now, why did you give Ulric my number?"

Ryder's words were humbling; she always knew what to say. I breathed heavily, choosing the correct information. As much as I loved the girl, damn she could be difficult. "Because I saw a spark, Ry."

"A spark?"

"Between you both."

"Us both?"

"You and Ulric."

"You know what's in my future, Clay."

"And?" I placed my hands on my hips, ready to mum the shit of my girl. "You deserve a little happiness, even if it eventuates to nothing. Shutting yourself off from life's experiences is not the answer."

Ryder runs her fingertips through her hair with a smirk playing across her lips. I knew she would never admit it, but she felt that spark too, she can't hide much from me.

"So, what do I reply?" Ryder glances at me with almost fear in her eyes. I'd never witnessed the unravelling of the great Ryder Vega before; this momentous occasion was enthralling.

"I want your cock deep inside me while I scream your name?" Ryder snorted so loud at my honest reply. I know deep down she'd love to say it, but she's a lady. "What did Ulric say?"

She slid to unlock her phone and reads.

~Ryder, you have been on my mind since the moment I saw you. Ulric <3

"Love heart? Yep, he's definitely hot for you... hmm, how about... Ulric, it seems you have been pumping my friend for information. If you are so curious, ask me yourself. You have already acquired my number. Ryder."

My best friend typed and then rolled her eyes after she pressed the send button. We sat there in silence waiting for the reply ping, just staring at each other like schoolgirls. I don't think we'd ever shared this experience before. We were still in silent-ville, when the phone signalled, making us both jump.