But nothing was ever that simple.Sighing, I returned my attention to the folder in my hand. As I flipped through the pages of Ava’s work, I marveled at the thought and care she had put into every aspect of the trip. From scheduling meetings with each pack’s leadership to arranging cultural exchange
AvaThe methodical back and forth of the brush against the floor was strangely meditative for me. With each small stain and scuff that came away clean, it felt like another little part of my mind came away clean as well.When I wiped away the stubborn smudge of tomato sauce under the kitchen table,
“What are you saying?” I asked.“I’m saying… That maybe I’m not the great Alpha you think I am. Maybe I’m too brazen with my ideas, and my usual habit of charming people into doing what I want isn’t going to work her. And honestly, without that ability to charm…”“You feel useless,” I finished for h
AvaWe had moved from the hot tub to the plush lounge chairs on the veranda, where Chris had laid out on his back. I leaned over him, peppering kisses along his inner thighs as my hand continually stroked up and down his increasingly-thick and throbbing member.“Goddess, Ava,” he groaned, shoving hi
After introductions, Maria led us into a beautiful tasting room. The walls were lined with bottles, and a large window offered a stunning view of the vineyard.“We’ll start with a tasting of our signature wines,” Maria explained, gesturing for us to take a seat at the bar. “Then I have a special sur
AvaJames shook my hand warmly, snapping me out of my reverie. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ava,” he said with a grin. “Chris has told me so much about you.”“Is that so?” I glanced over at Chris, who just winked in response. “All good things, I hope,” I said with a laugh, trying to hide the way th
There was a moment of stunned silence before the crowd erupted into cheers. I stood there, blushing furiously, holding the bouquet like it might explode in my hands.“Look at that!” Chris called out, wolf whistling over the crowd and eliciting laughter. “Guess we know who’s getting married next!”If
AvaI woke to the soft clacking of keyboard keys, the sound pulling me from a deep and restful sleep.Blinking away the bleariness, I found Chris sitting up in bed beside me, his laptop balanced on his knees as he typed away. The soft morning light was barely even filtering through the lace curtains