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I glanced at him before returning my focus to the rack behind the counter. “Is that why you came in here with your arms locked in hers? To get me jealous?”“Well, are you?”“What?” “Jealous?”My cheeks heated, but I stayed silent. Of course, I was jealous. Why wouldn’t I be? The two looked good together, but I remained silent.“It’s fine. I got jealous when I saw you and him talking earlier, even though I knew all that exists is friendship. Same with Ms Kira, the new biology professor.” His hand lifted to stroke my face, and despite wanting to pull away, I couldn’t help but lean in.“Tell me, are you jealous?”My eyes fluttered, and I fought the moan that almost left my throat when he sang his fingertips over my temple and down my cheek.“Yes.”“Why?” He asked with a tone laced with interest.“Because I love you.” My eyes fluttered at my admission, and they locked in his. “I love you, Aaron, and I am scared.” My admission left me in a vulnerable state, but I didn’t care. I didn’t want
Deep down, I knew what I asked for. I wanted to see him. That might have been difficult, but I wanted to see him without any barriers. I wanted to see him shift into his wolf form.He took a step back, and his withdrawal made my heart clench in my chest. “Aaron.”He shook his head, unwilling to grant my only request. “Zera, I have little control over my wolf’s form unless I practise. I do not want to scare you.”I smiled and cupped his face, and my small hands barely did justice to covering up his face. His long lashes fluttered at the touch of my hands, and he sighed.“You can’t scare me. You never have. Not really.” I smiled at him.His eyes fluttered, and they met mine, and I beheld the genuine vulnerability there. I knew my request was not one he felt most comfortable granting.He nodded and squeezed down on my hands, which held his face. “Okay.” He didn’t break our gaze as he took a step back from me. I had made the request, but my heart was hammering against my chest in fear, an
“I don’t understand,” I said, because the more he explained, the harder it became for me to understand.“Six years ago, I was in search of a mate. Every alpha needs a mate. But unlike every alpha that just needs a mate, I needed a true mate, one meant for my soul. They would be the only ones who could balance the power that surged through me.”He took a deep breath, and his eyes fluttered to reveal his difficulty in saying this. “Six years ago, I was on a mission to find her, and I found you. You weren’t a wolf, as I expected. You were human, and I didn’t prepare for that. At first, I thought it was a mere physical attraction, but the closer I was with you, the more out of control I was, and I had to succumb. All alphas in my bloodline dating back to the great alpha King Xavier Ainsworth had wolf mates, so it made me question everything. It also made me question why I had the same feeling I’d have if I met a mate. The moon goddess’s ways aren’t ours, and so I was going to hold on to yo
The semester, which began not so long ago, is almost in the middle now. The days were flying by, and I was barely keeping up. This time last year, I was the sole guardian of my son Zion, with a little help from Diya’s parents, and yet I had my life under control. Now I had Aaron and his siblings, Lionel, Diya, and her family helping with him, and yet I barely had anything under control.Well, last year you didn’t have the man you call Aaron on your mind and body now and then, and you also weren’t aiming for a PhD.True to that, but I wish I could get everything in check. Now I felt like a clumsy mother whose only care in the world was giving her boyfriend an orgasm anywhere and everywhere.The sex was great, despite my telling Aaron for the millionth time that it wasn’t. He wanted me, and I wanted him, and saying no to him wasn’t an option.In the last month, I noticed how strong his desire and cravings were when the full moon approached, and, most times, I could barely keep up with th
I told myself the last time I came into my office and found Aaron, that would be the last time we’d do anything in my office, but I couldn’t keep to my words, especially when Aaron was involved. Sex before work has now become a frequent occurrence. I enjoyed it and won’t be a liar, but the effect was getting worse, and I couldn’t stop myself from wanting him whenever I saw him. We barely had time for ourselves because of our work and other responsibilities, so this worked best.Aaron adjusted his brown trousers and rose to his feet. He looked dreamy in his white long-sleeved shirt tucked into his trousers, and it was the sight that made me lose control this morning.I rubbed my hand over my face after adjusting my suit and pencil-mouthed skirt. “We can’t keep doing this at work.”“I know.” He took a step towards me. “I know, but sometimes I just want you so much it drives me crazy.” He kissed my cheeks and my neck.I wanted him to, and it was hard to control, but this was also my job,
I stopped by the bookstore to get Zion a few new books, since we were all done with the bedtime stories we had at home. Last week, he asked if I was about to read him The Ninja Turtle, where the short, bad guy got caught in the end.I didn’t need another clue to know he was tired of the always-repeated story already.I made plans to branch out at the bookstore today before going home. I would get four new storybooks for now, and once they got exhausted, I would go for another.“Good evening, ma’am,” the older lady behind the counter said at my entrance into the bookstore, her eyes staying on me.I flashed a bright smile. “Good evening.” I moved over to the counter, where she stood behind it, and placed my hands on it.“What can I get you?” the polite lady asked.“I need at least four intriguing storybooks for a five-year-old boy.”Her brow rose in interest. “Ah, the ever-curious five-year-old boys, eh?”I chuckled. “Yeah, he is.”“Does he have a preference for the stories he listens to
My lashes fluttered slowly, and I found Zion on top of my bed beside me, staring down at me. It was morning, and he had woken up before me, which rarely happens, but last night I had spent hours reading until it was way past my bedtime. This was one of the side effects of sleeping late and turning your alarm off, thinking you’d wake yourself but not being able to.“Mommy, wake up,” he said, placing his hands on my shoulder and shaking me.“I’m up, I’m up.” I pulled myself up and sat down, my head aching a little, and I rubbed my temple to ease the pain and discomfort.“Let’s get ready, mommy.” He said this and got out of bed, running out of the room.And that’s how my day began.After dropping him off at school a little later than usual, I had one thing in mind: going to see Aaron. I wanted to tell him about the mysterious children’s book I got at the bookstore, which spoke of his curse of power. It was weird that Aaron didn’t call all morning, even though he had seen the missed calls
I smiled and kissed him back, wrapping my arms around him. We hadn’t seen or spoken to each other since yesterday, and it was nice to know I wasn’t the only one missing him. His thumb softly grazed my cheeks, making me melt into him more.“Your phone has been unreachable since yesterday. I left a few missed calls.” I pointed it out, and he nodded in agreement.“I know. I haven’t picked it out of my car since yesterday. I’ve been occupied with the arrangements for this meeting. I’m sorry you couldn’t reach me. I hope you’re not mad at me?” He said that, glancing at me with curious eyes.“I’m not. I’m here for something else.” I tightened my grip on the books in my hand. “But it might take a long time, and you’re needed at the meeting.”He clicked on his wristwatch and turned away from me. “Please continue without me; I won’t be coming back,” he said before turning his attention to me. “Now we have all the time in the world.”I immediately felt nervous, and I nodded. “Okay, very good.” M
Eight months later,“I know you’re there; you can come out of hiding now.” Zera said before turning to the mirror she stood in front of.Diya came out of the spot where she had hidden herself beside the door since her arrival a minute ago.“Zera. Hey.”“This baby might have robbed my other senses, but I still have a strong sense of smell. I sniffed you out the minute you stepped into the hallway.” She said this and turned to Diya in her white dress, which stopped over her knees.Diya looked ready for the day, and here she was, not even recognising herself in her dress. She had chased Aaron out of the room because he kept complimenting her overgrown bump and calling her beautiful. She didn’t feel beautiful, and she felt he only said it to make her feel better. That infuriated her and made her send him to Zion’s room.Davine told her eight months ago at the Hart Lab opening that she was a few weeks pregnant. Of course, she didn’t believe him because she was a sage and also because her bo
The Dominio pack has experienced peace like none other since the rest of the packs that survived the war moved back and continued their lives on their own. “Do I look presentable for the night?” Zera asked, turning away from the mirror to face Aaron.He glanced at her from head to toe, and there was satisfaction on his face. “You know, you always look presentable.”She rolled her eyes, giving her silver sweetheart dress one last glance before stepping away from the mirror. “I think you might be talking about yourself, Mr.”He smiled cockily. “I will take it as a compliment,” he said as he brushed over his grey suit. “Shall we go?” he asked, extending an arm to her.“Yes, we shall.” She accepted his hand, and together they stepped out of the room.The opening of Hart’s lab was a small ceremony, but many dignitaries from all over the world welcomed it. After the war, Damor began his work of testing the lab and going through the final reviews. It took him three months, and though he had
Aaron, just like Damor, had moved to attack Lucius, but his minions were willing to put themselves in the way. He had taken down three werewolves, one sage, and is currently battling another sage. It was easier said than done because, unlike the first sage he fought, this one seemed stronger, if there was such a thing. His healing abilities were kicking in to repair the damage to the broken bones and ribs, but they were not fast enough for the assault his body was taking. The sage had kicked the golden dagger away, and he was forced to fight with his hands, which wasn’t a fair fight.“You’re the alpha Aaron from the strongest line?” The sage, who had told him his name before the battle but didn’t care to keep it in mind, spoke. “This is a joke. You do not pose any threat to our alpha.” He spat on the floor.Aaron laughs, and this made the sage raise a brow. “What is so funny?”Aaron pulled himself to his feet and asked, “If I pose no threat, why does your so-called alpha want me dead
The entire pack was already outside as the night came along. Many had already been training for hours and didn’t see the point of going inside. A lot took it as their last day and just trained, regardless. They had a point; they didn’t know the numbers of those coming against them. It would be safe to consider giving it all, even though they wouldn’t make it out alive. That would be the right way to go.They noticed the presence of Aaron, and those training out in the open field paused and stepped back from each other.“The enemy will be here any minute. They will come with forces stronger than ours, probably more savage than ours; however, there is something they don’t have. The zeal we have.” They mumbled their agreement with his words.“They are coming with the sole aim of taking control, and we will fight with the sole aim of living. They do not get to decide our lives. I know many of you are scared, but so am I. I am afraid, but with that fear, I will use it to fight this battle,
Four nights later,Agitation grew within the pack after the fourth night came, and no attack from the Legion of Sages followed. It created doubt in the hearts of many, as they wondered if Lucius was even going to attack. No one slept as they anticipated the attack throughout the night, only to be proven wrong twice.Aaron had nothing to tell the pack; he had known that Lucius was not a man of his word, and this was to be expected. It didn’t mean he wouldn’t attack, but he wanted to play with them first, stretch their patience, and see how far it would go.Zera didn’t care that Lucius didn’t attack; she saw it as an opportunity to train Lionel. She had seen him battle Aaron days ago and thought he could do better with a little training. Though she didn’t get the chance immediately, she got it the next day and has trained with him since. She set out as soon as the day broke and has been at it since. She didn’t see them losing to Lucius despite his advantage, and he also wanted to think
Lionel took it better than Zera had initially anticipated because he just nodded and said he was fine with it. She didn’t want to believe his words, but she had to trust that he was telling the truth.When Manon finally arrived, Lionel was one of those to welcome him, as he had no prior visit to this one. There was no bad blood or grudge held, or at least she couldn’t see it.He shook hands with Manon and told him he was the luckiest man alive to have Sesi as his mate. Then he told him to take care of her, or he would hunt him down and kill him. It was a threat, and from the sound of his voice, he was dead serious. That should have been Aaron’s line, but Lionel didn’t care; he said it. He obviously still cared about Sesi and wanted only the best for her.Manon nodded and told him he would not forget his words in case he ever did something to hurt Sesi. Lionel tapped his shoulder and walked away.Zera turned to Aaron and asked him if he had any threats left for Manon, and he shook his h
Aaron was barely awake when he felt a hand on his body, and it wasn’t just any hand, but an arousing one. His skin tingled at the contact, and he squirmed and moved to continue the sleep, assuming it was just a dream. The touch came again, and this hand knew his body well. It knew all the right places it needed to touch and how softly and firmly he wanted each part held. A moan erupted from his mouth, and his eyes opened to find Zera between his legs. He drew a sharp breath at the realisation of what was happening.“You’re awake,” she said, grinning at him, and then stroked him at a medium pace.“Were you hoping I wouldn’t?”“I hoped you would stay asleep a little longer; bite me,” she said.His hand reached out to stroke her face lazily. “With that mouth of yours, I will do whatever you tell me to.”She chuckled and took his head into her mouth. “Fuck! Oh my, Zera, that feels so good.” He moaned, and his head fell back into the pillow, and his eyes fluttered.“Do we have time for thi
With Alpha Kol’s permission, Aaron sent the members of his pack along with the members of the Dominio pack later that day. They went out in threes following his instructions. The reason was because he knew the packs outside might not want to follow the words of the members of the Domino pack to join forces; however, with the presence of the members of the retribution pack among them, their messages would be accepted in a different light. The retribution pack members will help convince the other pack Alpha to join forces in the coming war once they learn about the enemy from them.While at home, he tried to prepare himself.“Am I overthinking this, or is Ivan an even bigger dick than I am on my dick days recently?” Damor asked, stepping into the study and shutting the door behind him. His presence and words moved Aaron’s attention to him. “Ivan had changed a lot, ever since he had ventured into the past of the wise ones, just moments of their execution. It was sure to happen. Whatever
Getting a letter from Alpha Lucius was the last thing Aaron expected the next day, but it came in the morning. No one knew how it came, as Nigo and Lawrence, the betas on watch, had seen no one drop it and only saw the letter much later into the dawn of the day.Greeting Alpha of the Dominio Pack, I would use this as a formal announcement since you already know and there is no point in hiding and seeking anymore. We are coming for your blood first, and then your head next. You have these last four days to put all your houses together. Because the cleansing is coming. You had luck taking out my favourite sage girl, but I will attack with a legion of sages, and I would love to see you die trying to take them down. I wish you all the best, but cleansing is a natural order of things, so there are no hard feelings.Your friend, LuciusAaron squeezed the letter after reading it and tossed it to the ground.The arrival of the retribution pack as well as the presence of Alpha Viktor over the