True.
An alert popped up on his phone, reminding him of a meeting inhalf an hour. He confirmed his attendance and finished getting dressed before letting Brynleigh know he had to go.
I’ll update you if I find anything interesting in the book.
*thumbs up emoji*
The moment he pressed send, he berated himself. What kind of Mature fae sent emojis? She probably thought he was an idiot, which was not exactly the impression he was aiming for.
“Way to fucking go, Waterborn,” he muttered, unwrapping a muffin from the hotel mini-fridge and devouring it in three bites. It was dry, and he grabbed a water bottle to wash it down.
His phone vibrated again.
*Bat emoji* *Sun emoji*
The corner of Ryker’s lips curved up, and he chuckled.
What’s that supposed to mean?
He was used to the normal face emojis, but these were more advanced. Maybe River could help him. She was more up-to-date on these types of things.
You don’t know?
He shook his head before he realized she couldn’t see him. His fingers flew over the screen.
Let me guess, it means you have a… sunny disposition?
There was a pause, and if he listened hard enough, it was like he could hear her laugh as those threedots appeared.
Only when I’m with you.
His smile transformed into a grin, and he slipped on his shoes.
I like that.
Is there enough blood in the apartment for you?
Let me check the fridge.
She must have sped over there because the following message came through almost instantly.
I have enough for a few days.
That wouldn’t do. He didn’t want her to run out.
Ryker navigated through his contacts. Tapping on Atlas’s name, he quickly asked the fae to pick up their bags from Waterborn House and more blood before dropping them off at the apartment.
Atlas agreed, adding that he would also bring extra food to the kennel for Marlowe on his way to the university. The earth fae was a professor, his studious nature having helped Ryker pass several classes in university.
Gods, Ryker was lucky to have two best friends who would do anything for him.
Letting Atlas know he owed him one, Ryker switched back to his chat with Brynleigh.
Atlas will bring more tonight after class. I don’t want you to go without.
Three dots appeared, disappeared, and then appeared again.
Thank you, Ryker. That’s very kind of you.