Lyra’s POV We carried the stuff towards a cluster of trailers waiting for rentals. There was a tiny cabin nearby raised above the ground level with a man fixing its window. He grinned at the sight of us approaching him. “Hey, can we get a trailer for a couple of days?” asked Leandros. The man grinned, baring his yellow teeth, and nodded readily. “Sure, but I accept only cash!” He checked Leandros out to ensure he could pay him. “How much?” The man quoted a price, and Leandros paid him the full amount for two days. “If we extend our stay, I’ll pay the rest when we check out.” The man looked too pleased with the money to pay any heed to us. He handed us the keys to the trailer I wanted, and we headed there. “There’s a snowstorm brewing up. You might want to get some supplies beforehand!” he yelled after us. “Sure we will. Thanks for the information!” yelled back Leandros. He unlocked the trailer, and I went inside to check it out. There were four bunk beds and my cheeks flushed w
Leandros’s POV “I’ll thank you when the time is right, Leandros. Right now, I’m a little disturbed. Once the blizzard stops, you can dump me anywhere and go back to Lucania. I’m sorry for the trouble I caused you.” I watched her get up and go towards the bunk beds. I wanted to hold her close and tell her I didn’t want her to go back. I wanted to stay with her, protect her, and take care of her forever. It was just a matter of four months! I wanted to hide her for four months. Not once did I regret choosing my mate’s safety over my pack’s. I wanted to tell Lyra, but what if I lose my restraint in such a close environment?I didn’t want to take advantage of her innocence. I might be a reckless wolf, but I wasn’t a feral one, and I treasured my mate more than anyone else in the world. She was mine to cherish. The noises outside alerted me. As long as the blizzard went on, we were safe from the Flame Hounds, but what about the stalker in the white Chevrolet? Who could he be? What mot
Lyra’s POV I woke up the next morning to a pale light filtering through the window! Was the sun up already? Had the blizzard stopped? I sat up and looked around the vehicle. There was no sign of Leandros anywhere. After promising me a dreamy future, did he leave me alone here? Panic settled in my heart and I got up. Quickly freshening up in the tiny washroom, I opened the door to look around. To my immense relief, I saw Leandros chatting with our neighbors outside their trailer. He smiled when he saw me, leaving them and walking up to me. “Good morning, sleepyhead!” I rolled my eyes and got down to soak in some sunshine. “Good morning!” I gazed around the snowy terrain, sparkling under the morning sun. I wondered if he remembered his promise of a date. “Just the weather to go out. Don’t you think so?” I had to remind him in case he forgot about it. “All roads are blocked, little mate. I’m yet to buy a chopper.” He winked and walked away towards the little cabin where the manager
Lyra’s POV I cupped his cheek lovingly as I gazed into his eyes. Yes, I intended to kiss him to thank him for the best day of my life in two long years. I could relive my childhood! It wasn’t a romantic date in the genuine sense of the term, but it was the best. I got to do what I loved with my mate by my side. It was much more than I had ever dreamed. He stood like a statue, his eyes dark and brooding as he watched me. I didn’t mind this time when he didn’t cooperate. I wasn’t doing this to receive my first kiss from him, but to show him how much his thoughtfulness meant to me. Would he read the feelings I nurtured for him in my heart? Would he know how much I loved him? I couldn’t confess, but I could definitely show him through my actions. I closed the distance between us confidently but blushed as I met his fiery, unwavering gaze. Yet I didn’t move away. I would kiss him and that was final. To hell with my resolution! “Thank you for the wonderful date, Leandros. It was speci
Leandros’s POV I was going through shit, trying to restrain myself around her. It was the toughest battle of my life to stay sane and protect her with everything I had. I couldn’t lose focus when there were unknown enemies lurking around. Lyra made it even more difficult for me. I knew she was hurting from my rejection, but I couldn’t take advantage of her now. She was still underage, and I wasn’t a monster. How would I face her uncle and seek his permission, knowing I had taken undue advantage of her innocence? I was a passionate wolf, and I had no way to console her without giving in to her seduction. It made her more determined. I knew her nature too well. After her explosive kiss, I shifted and let a frustrated Leo take over. We ran around the vicinity of the trailer, all the while keeping an eye on my mate without her knowledge. The blizzard might have temporarily driven away the stalkers, and I was glad. But I knew it was momentary. We had to move away from here before they r
Leandros’s POV “Oh, and my uncle Felixe?” she gasped with horror as we hurried to the helipad to board the copter and return to Wrigley.“I’m sure he’s busy looking for Derrick. No wonder he hasn’t arrived here to separate us.” I could understand now how much Lyra’s life was in danger. We couldn’t afford to roam around anymore. This was a temporary relief since the roads were still blocked. Soon, the stalkers would be back. “Now, what will we do, Leandros?” I hated the scared look on her face. I wished I could rescue her forever. “We’ll wait for the roads to clear up and go to Lucania if Zephyrus allows us.” It was the only option we had to survive. Lucania was the safest place since the security was too tight and everyone feared Zephyrus, even Alpha Ambrose.“What if he doesn’t? What if he punishes you?” I shrugged since I hadn’t thought that far. I couldn’t think of a life without Zephyrus, Alexandrios, and Stavros since I grew up with them. They were my family for the last twenty
Leandros’s POV With Lyra safely locked in the trailer, I shifted and let Leo take over. We ran across the snowy terrain, all around the trailer, increasing the radius every time. Nor for once did I let the trailer out of sight. My precious mate was there and I could do anything to protect her. I could clearly get the scent of strange wolves in the area. They were hiding, camouflaged behind the craggy rocks of the Franklin Mountains, but they were there. I snarled as I marked the territory around the trailer, ready to rip apart whoever it was. No one came forward to confront me. I saw a shadowy creature dash higher up the mountains, but I couldn’t follow it, leaving my mate behind. Not even the green-eyed stalker emerged from his hiding place to face me. It was difficult to know if he was a separate entity or with the Flame Hounds. What did they need from us? I knew I was wasting my time. They wouldn’t face me and even if they did, I wasn’t equipped to defeat the fire-snapping Fl
Lyra’s POV I watched Leandros disappear behind a trailer. With so much to pack up, there wasn’t a minute to spare. I walked away from the window and concentrated on the task at hand. How would we take back so many food supplies with us? I was at my wit’s end now. With only a rucksack and a few carry bags, I had nothing with me. I was so engrossed in packing that I completely forgot to lock the door after Leandros left. The door opened, and I smiled, knowing he was back to help me. It was now a matter of a few minutes before we left this place and started afresh in his village, Lucania. I felt excited at the prospect of going home. “You’re back already? Now help me pack, Leandros,” I ordered him without turning to check. A strange scratching noise behind me alerted me instead. Wasn’t it the same sound I heard outside our trailer last night? Panic settled in my heart, and I knew who was behind me. My worst fears had come true all because of my foolishness. Why didn’t I lock the doo
Lyra’s POV “Hospital? What happened to Uncle Felixe?” My heart sank as I dreaded his reply. “When he returned from work to see you gone, he wanted to fetch you from Lucania. We stopped him, but he paid no heed to us. At midnight he went to the airport informing no one. Only when we received a phone call from the traffic police, we knew he had met with an accident on the way.” I gasped in horror, clutching Leandros’s hand. “Accident? Why didn’t you inform me? Was he critical? How is he, Uncle Derrick?” Tears streamed down my cheeks as I stuttered with guilt. No wonder he didn’t call me. How could I be so selfish? How did I not understand the consequences of my actions? “He was critical, but miraculously, it was just some broken bones and whiplash. He’s undergoing rigorous therapy every day. Today Hera has taken him to the hospital for a checkup. Please come inside. They should be here any minute.” Guilt ate me up, and I dreaded meeting them. It was because of me they had to go thro
Lyra’s POV I followed him outside to see a brand-new stunning blue Ford pickup truck on our snow-covered driveway. A gasp escaped my lips. “For you,” said Leandros, handing me the keys. “Wow! I can’t believe it, Leandros. Thank you for buying me my first car!” I had been driving my uncle’s cars or hitching a ride all my life. Now, I had a car of my own. “Oh! I’m honored to be the first and only one to buy you a car.” He opened the door and showed me the interiors. The triplets too came out to check. “Will you now come to school every day to pick us up, Mom?” asked Lucius. I smiled and nodded at them. “We’ll head to Hungry Wolf tomorrow after school.” “Yay! Can we have pizza, please?” asked Liana. “Yes, please. We’ve never eaten out,” said Lazarus. I looked at Leandros, seeking permission to take them out. Maybe he didn’t want them to eat out. “Sure, go ahead. I might join you too,” said Leandros with a chuckle. Throughout dinner, the pups couldn’t control their excitement. Hu
Lyra’s POV The next morning, I got sucked into the mad rush of the morning. Getting the triplets ready for school was no mean task. Leandros helped me in every way he could, and finally, all five of us were ready to go out. “Mom, are you coming to school too?” asked Lazarus, watching me from the back seat. “No, Lazer. I’ll just drop you off at school and go to the marketplace with your dad.” Lazarus preferred the nickname and calling him Lazer was a sure-shot way to please him. “Why, Mom? Are you planning to join Dad’s company?” asked Lucius. “No, son. Your mom is planning to start her own business, her own fashion house,” answered Leandros on my behalf. The boys gave me jaw-dropped looks. “What’s a fashion house?” asked Lazarus while Liana rolled her eyes at him. “Don’t you know what a fashion house is? I swear you’re dumb. It’s a shop full of clothes. Mom wants to make clothes for all of us in Lucania,” she explained, and I smiled at her simple explanation. “Yes, you’re righ
Lyra’s POV He slid down my body, licking every curve as he traveled down my stomach. A gasp escaped my lips, wondering what he was planning to do. Breathless with excitement, I raised myself up on my elbows to see what he’d do next. This was a novel experience for me and my body went into overdrive at his slightest touch. He chuckled to see my reaction as he moved his mouth lower. “What are you doing, Leandros?” I didn’t need to wait for an answer. A deep moan escaped my mouth when he buried his face between my thighs and licked my p*ssy. I fell back on the bed as my head spun with pleasure. His mouth was too much to handle, and it sent erotic tingles all over my body. “Oh! Don’t stop! Please!” I gripped his hair to push him closer, wanting him to give me my first release. His tongue was relentless, licking and stroking my cl*t until I was on the verge of a release. The powerful thrusts of his tongue intensified, and I could feel the pressure slowly build up inside me. I ground my
Leandros’s POV It was a lazy Sunday, and we spent it in fishing and skiing with the triplets. Lyra packed up enough food to have a picnic by the frozen lake in our backyard. The pups enjoyed a sunny day outdoors until they were exhausted. It was something they had never done in the last four years, as Sunday meant pack meetings for me. Therefore, it was a relief that Zeph had wrapped up all meetings on Saturday. It left me free to enjoy with my family. Lyra’s laughter and exuberance were so infectious that the pups and I caught on by the end of the day. The result of our fun-filled outing was amazing. The pups bonded with Lyra so well that they started addressing her mom. My mind was now at peace seeing my pups find their mom in Lyra. She deserved it for everything she did for the pups ever since she moved in. She had no anger or resentment for having to look after the triplets. Although it was a monumental task, she did it spontaneously, with a smile on her face. Taking care of the
Lyra’s POV Growling in his throat, my mate’s hot, wet mouth covered the mark, licking and sucking wildly. It set my body on fire, as moisture leaked from my p*ssy, soaking my panties. I cried out as he tortured me with his wicked mouth, stroke after stroke. Arching against him, I ground my hips against his thick erection! The mark was like an external erogenous zone! I sucked in a deep breath and pushed at his chest. “My turn now!” I muttered, controlling the urge to take off my clothes and ride him like there was no tomorrow. I pushed him down on the bed while he watched me with an amused look on his face. “Are you planning to really mark me, little mate?” The annoying nickname urged me to prove him wrong. I had to prove I wasn’t little anymore. Yes, I was inexperienced, but definitely I wasn’t a little wolf. “It’s time to prove I’m not little anymore!” I lay between his legs and reached out to his neck. His breath hitched as he gazed at me with delirious eyes! “Interesting! I’m
Lyra’s POV Before I could get up, he crashed his mouth to mine, sitting on the sofa and pulling me onto his lap. It was the kiss I had been dying for since the fleeting kiss he gave me on Hera’s birthday. I had no idea what had stopped him from kissing me last night, but I was glad he overcame all his inhibitions. He clasped the back of my head, holding me still while his tongue worked on my lips. I wrapped my arms around his neck and melted against his body, sinking into his warm embrace. His mouth was hard, hot, and possessive as it plundered my secret recesses, plunging deep into my parted mouth. I sighed, surrendering to him. His scent was driving me insane. The kiss was enough to make me want him to the point of no return. Then all I could do was contemplate shoving him down on the sofa, pulling his pants down, and riding him until we both climaxed! I pulled him closer and kissed him back, running my hands around his broad back to feel the muscles rippling under my touch. I ha
Leandros’s POV A soft pat on my cheek woke me up from the best sleep of my life. I opened my eyes only to find Liana hovering over me. “Wake up Dad! We’re late for school!” I sat up with a start and looked out of the window. The bright morning sun made me blink with panic. How did I sleep so late? “Gosh, Liana! How will we ever get ready today?” I jumped out of bed and then I remembered Lyra. Where was she? Hadn’t she slept with me last night? I remembered confessing everything to her. She promised to stay with me forever! Was it all a dream? Or did she leave me again? Maybe she had second thoughts this morning and left before I woke up. “Dad, what are you thinking about? You need to get us ready!” prodded Liana with a groan. I quickly freshened up and rushed out to the kitchen. To my immense surprise, I found the boys in the breakfast nook in the kitchen, tucking into eggs, bacon, and toast! Liana was busy scolding them for not getting ready yet while they turned a deaf ear to he
Lyra’s POV He released a staggering breath and got up as if dismissing me. After knowing everything about him, didn’t he realize I was here to stay? I wouldn’t go anywhere now. “I’m sorry you had to go through so much, Leandros! Why didn’t you correct me before?” I didn’t budge from his bed. I intended to stay here in his house and share his bedroom with him. After his confession, there wasn’t a doubt about what I wanted to do. I would surrender myself to my mate for life. “I was mentally disturbed after the abuse. I wasn’t sure you would want such an abused mate. You didn’t deserve a mate like me. Your uncle hated me and pushed me away from you. I went into a severe depression, but thankfully my close friends stood by me. The pups depended on me and I bounced back only for them. You wanted to know the truth, and I bared my soul in front of you. I would understand if you don’t want to be with me. I swear I won’t bear a grudge. You’re free to move on, Lyra.” With his back to me, he