Chapter 22 - Austin

I wasn’t sure what I expected after we completed our bond. Okay, I had a vague idea based on other people talking about the completion of the mate bond.

It wasn’t something Dad and I discussed. Partially because I spent more time with my dirtbag grandfather and because I thought asking him might bring up sad memories of mom. I didn’t want him to be sad and lost in memories of what he had lost.

Last night when she marked me and the bond clicked into place, it was euphoric. But even that word seems to pale to how I felt.

The only thing that felt even better was hearing her say she loved me. And when the bond clicked fully in place, I knew her words weren’t just said in the heat of the moment.

Until Suzie, no one outside my parents and grandma loved me unconditionally.

After a night of her in my bed, I don’t think I’m ever sleeping away from her. And to think, just last week, she was telling me how she wouldn’t be in my bed, let alone naked in it. Well, I got both right.

I smiled, propping myself up on my arm to look at her sleeping soundly. This will be the sight I get to see every morning, and I couldn’t be happier.

Carefully I brushed her hair away to see the mark. I just wanted to see how it turned out.

And there it was—the Shelton shooting eight-point star. The same mark mated pairs of Shelton wolves have had. Dad still has his even after losing his mate and wolf.

A mate bond mark is said to only fade if the mates reject each other or a mate finds their second chance mate. Even being marked by a chosen mate can’t erase an existing mark.

I smiled as she shivered while lightly tracing her mark with my finger. I’m not looking to wake her up.

‘Why the hell not? If we want to wake her up, we should do it while getting a taste of her again.’ Jax suggested.

‘You are a honey wolf. Good thing we are on the same page this time.’ I chuckled, carefully moving under the blankets.

I think subconsciously, Suzie knows what’s coming as she rolls to her back, letting those tantalizing legs fall open. Damn, what a view.

‘She might be asleep, but I’ve been awake since you touched the mark.’ A female voice that I quickly realized must be her wolf laughed.

‘Morning, Kayla. Let’s see if I can wake Suzie up. After breakfast, maybe we’ll let you and Jax get properly acquainted.’ I suggested.

‘Suzanne. She liked it when you called her that while cumming last night. So get your breakfast. I want to be with Jax. Not fair you two get all the fun.’ Kayla laughed.

Oh, she’s a dirty-minded one. She and Jax will get along just fine. She’s right that I should eat my breakfast, I mean my mate. I groaned, licking her entrance, yep tastes just like she smells.

It only took my second lick for Suzanne to stir with a moan, legs moving as her thighs tightened around my head. It didn’t stop me from continuing my quest to devour her for my breakfast.

Maybe she’ll feel like reciprocating. For a virgin, and perhaps because she’s a virgin, it was damn hot when she gave me a blow job last night. And if she isn’t up for that, I can at least hope she’ll be up for some morning sex.

“A…Au…Austin…” I like how my name sounds when she moans it.

I can feel everything she’s feeling. Which honestly makes it a lot easier to know exactly what she likes and where her spots are as I use my tongue and fingers to make her cum.

I smirked at her as she raised the blanket to look down at me. Her face is flushed, and she’s panting from her orgasm.

“Morning, honey.” I chuckled.

“M…Morning. Do you plan to do that every morning?” She asked, still catching her breath.

“Yep. I do like to eat something sweet to start my day.” I teased, kissing her stomach.

“Ugh, you are so lame. Now get up here. You left me wanting more.” She crooked her finger, gesturing to me closer.

I chuckled, kissing my way back up her body. At least she’s not bashful in demanding what she wants. By the time I made my way back up level with her face, she’d already grabbed a condom from the nightstand.

“I’ll take that.” I smiled, taking the condom from her and putting it on.

“Can we change positions?” Suzanne questioned, biting her lip.

“Oh, I’m not going to say no to you riding my dick where I get to see your tits swaying.” I smirked.

“Good, now get on your back.” She ordered.

I chuckled, moving to lay down. I’m never against a woman on top, especially since losing my leg. It’s a lot easier on my leg not to kneel on it.

For all her bravado, she was blushing as she moved to straddle me, gripping my cock as she lowered herself down my length. We groaned in unison as she took me entirely.

“Fuck… Suzanne.” I groaned, gripping her hips, trying to help her find a rhythm we both liked.

“You… you called me Suzanne again.” She moaned, rocking her hips on her own now.

“Kayla said you liked that. And I don’t mind. Suzie does sound a bit juvenile, and that’s not you.” I explained as my hands slid up her sides and around to palm her breasts.

“I…that’s why I liked it. I liked you using my more grown-up na…me.” She nodded, gasping as I tweaked her nipples lightly.

She definitely likes that, given how her pussy just squeezed my dick. As she moved to lean over me, I leaned up to suck at her breasts. They are perfect.

It wasn’t much longer before we tumbled over that edge, finding our release. Suzanne collapsed on my chest, both of us a sweaty mess.

“We should wash up. I promised our wolves they could have their time after breakfast.” I sighed, rubbing my hand down her back.

“Fine… only because if we don’t, Kayla will never let me hear the end of it.” She agreed, moaning as she moved off me.

“So she’s just like you.” I teased, kissing her cheek and rolling away before I could get smacked.

“Shower is this way.” I jogged my head to the bathroom I shared with the guest room.

“I call dibs.” She hurried to rush to the shower.

I chuckled because that is not a fair race, given I’m not wearing my prosthetic. The shower may have a seat for me; it’s not meant for two. So as hot as getting frisky in the shower is, I know it’s not something that would go well.

So I waited there to get out of the shower before my turn, throwing out the condom. However, when Suzanne walked out, there was an odd look on her face and a mix of emotions. Using my crutch, I got to my foot and went to her.

“What’s going on, honey?” I questioned cocking my head.

“As I was getting out of the shower, mom linked me. We have to go to Sicily. Amelia had Asher last night, but there were some complications. So mom and dad are getting us tickets. We leave this afternoon.” She explained.

“Oh, well, I’m sad to hear she had complications, but the pup is healthy, so that’s a good thing. It’s going to suck to have you leave. But I’ll manage.” I shrugged.

“What are you talking about? I said us, that includes you. I mean, if you can get the time away from work. They know we mated last night. They felt the family link.” Suzanne furrowed her brow at me.

“Oh, um, I can call Grant and see. How long would we be gone? And are you sure? Not exactly Stephen or Amelia’s favorite person.” I frowned.

“It’ll be fine. You aren’t that same guy, and they aren’t the same people either. They are parents and Gammas so they won’t hold a grudge. And we’d only be gone about three or four days. If they need mom and dad longer, they’ll stay, but we would still come home.” She assured me.

“Okay, if you say so. Let me take a shower, and then I’ll call Grant to see if someone can cover for me for a few days.” I nodded.

Who am I to say no? Especially when it earns such a bright smile.

“Great. I’ll raid your kitchen to fix an actual breakfast.” She beamed at me, giving me a quick kiss before grabbing a shirt and shorts from my dresser.

She looks damn hot in my clothes. She can think the world of her brother, but I would bet money he won’t be thrilled to see me let alone to see we are mates. I sighed, shaking my head, entering the bathroom.

After my shower, I let Grant know I had something of a family emergency and needed about four days off. He at least didn’t ask questions. He just said he would make sure my patients were covered.

At least we managed to let Kayla and Jax have their alone time. I’m trying to block it out. They are a couple of freaks; that’s all I’m saying. After those two got to have their turn mating, we had to pack up, and I let dad know we’d be gone for a few days.

This is the second time I’ve been on a plane heading to Sicily. Though the first time that it’s a commercial flight. TSA is a fucking bitch inspecting my prosthetic like it somehow might contain a weapon.

A joyful occasion darkened by the possible threat to Amelia’s health. Edith and Maxton didn’t say too much. I think they were worried about Amelia. They did congratulate us on our mating, but their thoughts have been taken up by why we are going to Sicily.

Suzanne slept most of the flight, using me as a pillow. I managed to get comfortable and sleep some too. While it made the flights go faster, it just meant it sped up facing Stephen again.

As we got past security at the Catania airport, I quickly spotted Stephen holding a little girl with black and purple hair. Grace, that’s her name, the adopted hybrid daughter Suzanne gushes over.

Stephen looked haggard but happy to see his family. Well, that is until he sees my face. Then that look of happiness faded into annoyance.

“What the hell is Clement doing here?” Stephen half growled as he questioned his family.

His eyes found my mark, quickly noticed the matching one on his sisters, and looked shocked and appalled.

“Are you kidding me? You’re fucking my sister?” Stephen exclaimed.

“Stephen!” Edith and Suzanna both scolded while keeping their voices down not to draw attention.

“Mated. I’m mated to your sister. It’s slightly different. Sex is still obviously involved, but sex isn’t the core.” I shrugged.

Maxton sighed, shaking his head.

“Stephen, control yourself. We are in mixed company. You are holding my granddaughter. And your new brother-in-law goes by his middle name these days.” Maxton calmly explained, taking Grace from his son.

“But… but… he’s Clement. How… why…” Stephen stammered.

“It’s called growing up and self-improvement. And again, I go by Austin. Look, I know we left off on bad terms. And for that, I’m truly sorry. I know that I was a total d… doo doo head.” I stopped myself from cursing in front of the little one.

“Doo Doo head.” Little Grace snickered.

“But after my injury, I decided not to be that guy.” I sighed.

“He’s telling the truth.” Edith nodded.

“Since returning, Austin has worked hard to remake himself. He went to college and is an excellent physical therapist with aspirations of furthering his education and opening his own clinic.” Suzanne went to bat for me.

“He’s a good guy, Stephen. And you know me, if he acts like his old self, I’ll put him through a wall.” She smiled, linking her arm with mine.

“Or a door like she did my grandfather.” I shrugged.

“I don’t like this, but I also know I can’t dispute the will of the Goddess or that my sister would kick your booty with both arms behind her back.” Stephen sighed.

“Glad we’re on the same page. Now I believe we came here to see your son and check on your mate’s health.” I tried to get to the subject of the visit.

“Right. Come on, I’ve got cars waiting outside. We can head to the house if you need to crash first.” Stephen nodded.

“Oh no, we are going straight to the hospital. I want to see my grandson and daughter-in-law.” Edith scoffed, leading the way out of the airport.

Well, this is an exciting start to this trip. I wonder how many ghosts of my Clement past I will see while here.