He turned and cocked a brow at me."Seriously? This is ridiculous." He pointed at the tub. "Alright, let's get you soaking." He leaned forward and turned on the tap, making sure it was the right temp before he plugged it. After pouring some salt into the tub, he turned to me. "Alright, lift your arms."When he grabbed the bottom of my shirt, I smacked his hands away and stepped back as my cheeks flushed. I didn't want him to see me."Melissa, come on. I've seen your body a million times. Let me help you. Sore ribs can be a real bitch when you're trying to get undressed."I shook my head. "I don't want you to see me," I whispered."Well too bad because I'm going to see you either way. While you're taking a bath, I'm jumping in that sweet ass shower next to you."My eyes moved to the glass separating the tub and the shower. The only thing separating them."You can't wait until I'm done?"He shook his head. "No, because when we're both done, we're going downstairs to kick those guys out,
MELISSA'S POV As I finished drying my hair with a fresh towel, I looked over at Alexander who was putting his jeans back on and buckled his signature belt buckle. 'MC' in large metal letters were etched across the buckle. He looked delicious and I still couldn't believe he was here. I never thought I'd see him again, let alone in my condo in Memphis while he got dressed after an intimate moment."Do you think they're still here?" Alexander asked, standing behind her in the mirror as he ran his hands through his still damp hair.I was mesmerized by the sight of him and couldn't tear my eyes away. "Yeah, they're probably still here."Alexander growled and I knew he didn't like them, but he would have to deal with it because I didn't feel like they were going to go away anytime soon.As we went downstairs, I saw the light on in the office and poked my head in. The place was a mess and there were papers everywhere. Damien was still hard at work, but Johnny was missing."Any luck?" I brok
MELISSA'S POV "Well, I don't know about you guys, but I'm exhausted." Johnny stood up and stretched his arms above his head, staring down at all of us lounging in front of the TV. None of us were actually watching anything, but it was nice having background noise."The extra bedroom is all I have, so you two will have to flip for it." I sat forward as Alexander placed his hand on my back. The warmth of his hand made me feel safe.Damien glared at us out the corner of his eyes. "Where is he sleeping?""Where do you think?" Alexander laughed.The color drained from Damien's face as anger set in his eyes. "I'll take the couch." He tensed his jaw and added, "In case Melissa needs me."I closed my eyes and let out a breath. I just wanted these two to stop this pissing contest already so we could move on toward what was far more important: finding the contract and finding Milo.Alexander, of course, couldn't let it go as he leaned forward. "She won't need you because she'll be underneath m
I threw my head back and tried not to scream again as he stretched me so fucking good. He was careful not to be too rough, but I knew he was fighting to urge to fuck me like he used to. It was rare when he didn't grab me tightly around the throat and hip while he fucked me senseless, but he couldn't do that now.He leaned forward, taking my nipple back into his mouth as his hips continued to fuck me with the perfect rhythm.Opening my eyes, I looked down at Alexander sucking and flicking his tongue over my nipple as he thrust deep and hard. His dark hair was a mess from my hands, and his strong, tattooed back flexed with each thrust."Alexander," I cried out, wanting him to look at me. I wanted to see him. I needed to see him.He finally looked up at me with his aqua-blue eyes filled with such love, such passion that I wanted to cry from the overjoyed feeling bursting at the seams inside of me. We held eye contact as he pushed his cock in deeper, biting his bottom lip."Alexander.....
ALEXANDER'S POV I woke to an empty bed again and nearly panicked as I sat up in a hurry and jumped out of bed. I threw my clothes on as quickly as I could from the day before. I didn't have time to change into fresh clothes because I was in a hurry to find Melissa. All I could think about was that damn empty closet and how I felt that day and the days that followed. I never wanted to feel that pain ever again.And just when I ripped open the door, I heard Melissa's laugh echo up the stairs and into my ears. I let out a sigh of relief as I pushed into the hallway and went downstairs. I heard her, but I still needed to see her.She was in the kitchen, flipping pancakes with Damien and Johnny sat at the counter drinking coffee and still looking through boxes from the office.I cleared my throat as Evie spun, smiling warmly at me."Good morning. Coffee?"I shook my head. I didn't want coffee. I wanted her.I rounded the island and placed my hands on her hips, forcing her to look at me. S
"Hey, I'm Gearhead. You don't need to know my real name", They shook hands before he shook Johnny's next. "I'm with the club."Damien nodded to his chest. "I can see that." Then he looked at me. "Not to sound rude or anything, but I felt like we had this under control."I tried to speak but Alexander quickly cut me off. "When I get my hands on that Milo prick, I want a brother at my side, not one of you."Damien glared at Alexander. "I thought we had an agreement that I was going to help you take that fucker out?"Gearhead laughed. "Hey, you can still help." He patted Damien on the shoulder, getting a glare in return.I groaned, smacking my hand on the counter. I was sick of all the male testosterone-butting heads in my house. They all jumped and stared at me."We're done with this conversation. Damien, when it happens, we'll see where you're at. But we won't stop from killing him so you can get in your fancy car and drive over to wherever we're at." I turned to Alexander and Gearhead
MELISSA'S POV "Alexander," I breathed, trying to think of what to tell him. How did I tell him these were both a mistake? That I was forced?As I looked down at the photos, I noticed the one of Milo and me was taken when we first got together, back when I thought he was a normal human being. So of course, I looked like I was enjoying myself, and I had been actually. The photo of Damien and me looked to be taken right before Milo revealed himself; a moment I knew I enjoyed. Two photos that showed me with two other men and clearly not thinking about Alexander."Explain," he snapped, stepping back to run a hand through his hair, "I feel like you've lied to me. Deceived me!" He shouted, making me jump. "These photos here show me that you clearly enjoyed being with them. Are you really as trapped as you're saying, Melissa? Or is this some sick way of crying on my shoulder and making me feel sorry for you because they don't want you anymore?"I felt like he slapped me across the face. How
Gearhead nodded. "True, but so did you...""I had to. There's a difference.""Is there, though?"I sat there and thought about his words. I had moved on physically but not emotionally and I probably never would."I hear what you're saying, Gearhead, but it's different. I was forced to move on. He chose to." Gearhead shook his head. "That's where you're wrong.""What?" I was confused. How was I wrong? Dusty had a new old lady, how was that not moving on?"He doesn't love her, Evie. It's not my story to tell otherwise I'd tell you so you wouldn't hurt so much, but really, it's something you should hear from Dusty. Don't give up on him just yet, Melissa. He's doing his best to survive."I shook my head. "I don't know what to do anymore," I whispered, fighting back the sob lodged in my throat. "I'm so lost.""Of course you are, but that's why we're here. You don't have to be afraid anymore. It's over."I was about to speak when I heard the front door open and Damien's voice drifts through
Ever reluctantly picked up the last one, his mouth turned down into a pout."Wait a minute," I looked at Brian. "I'm going to need a shot of whiskey to chase this down.""Me too," Ever piped up and added miserably, "and a glass of milk...a big fucking glass of milk."Brian disappeared, only to reappear with another tray containing three more shots and three glasses of milk. Once we gathered the additional shots and milk, Brian said cheerfully, "Cheers, gentlemen."I tossed the hot sauce down my throat, purposefully keeping it out of my mouth, and gulped it down in one swallow. It still burned like a mother in my esophagus. I grabbed the shot of whiskey and drank it slower, letting it wash away the remnants of the hot sauce.Ever coughed and sputtered. I looked over to find tears rolling down his cheeks while he cursed and sucked down milk at the same time. When he could finally catch his breath, he eyed Gwen and threatened, "I am sooo spanking you when we go home, woman."I laughed, "
"Oh yeah, we got it," Ever replied. His lips were curled into a smug expression as he also watched Hycinth's responses. His confidence was high. Clearly looking forward to the game.Hycinth noticed his stare as well, but rather than reflect irritation as she had earlier, her lips curled back, flashing him a brilliant smile with fang.And fucking winked at him!Fuck, she was bold. Her confidence not only met but exceeded his. I was dying to know if she could back it up. Either way, her ballsy response threw him off. His expression froze. He blinked. But then he recovered, licking his lips, looking even more eager.Brian continued explaining the rules, "If a ball hits the ground, it is retired, and a fresh ball is put into play." He pointed toward a small bucket of gleaming white ping-pong balls on a countertop behind him."For the shot to count, keep your elbows behind the edge of the table."Hycinth listened attentively."No fingering or blowing."At this, she squeezed Gwen's hand and
LEANDER'S POV Surprisingly, she gave it to me. She kept one hand on my shoulder, and raised the other, letting it sway freely in the air. Her body molded to mine, pliable, willing to let me move her as I wanted. And oh, I wanted to move her...in many ways. Most of which, we couldn't do on a dance floor surrounding by an audience of strangers. But it didn't stop me from forcing my knee between her legs and jerking her lower body tight to mine until no space remained. The movement caused her dress to slide up, but I still couldn't see whether or not she wore panties. However, the heat of her core was unmistakable against my leg."Oh!" she gasped loudly, chest heaving. And then began grinding herself against my thigh, her hips moving in time with the music...using me for her own pleasure. I wondered if she even realized she was doing it.My breath caught in my throat. The image of her was almost too much. Eyes closed, mouth slack, hips moving wantonly against me, her belly rubbing pleas
I raised an eyebrow. "Out of all of them, alcohol is the one you fixated on? Should I be worried?"There was a sparkle in her eye, a hint of mischievous I'd never seen before. "Certainly not. I enjoy dancing and music just as much.""Uh huh," I replied, not at all convinced by her innocent act. It seemed I was definitely going to have to keep an even closer eye on her during the evening.When we reached the living room, Ever and Gwen were waiting for us, as well as Asher and Willow. Gwen wrapped Hycinth in a bear hug. "You look gorgeous!"I was surprised to see Hycinth blush. But she recovered quickly. "Thanks so much for letting me borrow it!""Ready?" Asher grinned.I gave a hard nod. "More than ready."We decided to use drivers rather than drive ourselves. Knowing myself, Ever and Asher, none of us would be in the best shape to drive later. When Hycinth and I climbed into the back of the Cadillac, she settled comfortably into the plush, oversized leather seat next to me. The driver
Sit Up & BegLEANDER'S POV After I touched base with Ever to confirm our plans, I quickly made my way up the stairs.My Wolf was flying high on his mate. Completely blitzed and full-out addicted. Spending hours running, playing and lazily lying around, was exactly his definition of perfection. There was nothing better than having her close to him...well, except for under him. I couldn't agree more. She was better than any drug. Everything about our mate was intoxicating.Rounding the corner and heading down the long hallway, excitement coursed through me, leaving my skin tingling, and my manhood itching to get free. That particular part of my anatomy only ever had one goal- to forever bury himself in Hycinth's hot and tight flesh. Pure bliss. But alas, as much as I wanted to indulge that train of thought, I had more to focus on than just my carnal desires. Not to mention it would be hugely uncomfortable and inconvenient to walk around with a hard-on all night, so I exhaled and forcef
HYCINTH My Wolf was in heaven. The wind whipped through her fur as we flew by tall trees rising out of the earth to kiss the sky. Her nostrils flared with the scents of moss, bark and wild mushrooms. The spongy surface beneath our paws gave away easily, still damp from the recent rain showers. Acorns, pine cones, and fallen leaves were strewn about the well-worn path like spilled trinkets.And her mate by her side.There was nothing better for her. No other place she would rather be than right where she was. Leander's Wolf was magnificent. Powerful and sure, sleek and dominant-a potent elixir to our senses. Primal.Addictive.We were running at the front of the pack. He was pushing her endurance and testing her ability. His big paws powered ahead, silently gliding over the uneven ground, pitted with rocks and roots, easily leaping to clear dead logs, and maneuvering around encroaching thick brambles -a virile display of his strength and agility. My Wolf had to put forth considerable
Lucky's expression was still affected by the scene that had unfolded in front of him, but he nodded his head and walked away with the guards.Ever turned to Hycinth and murmured, "We have stalls located on the east side where you can remove your dress in privacy and shift.""Okay," she responded and looked at my Wolf hesitantly. It was obvious she wasn't sure what he would be doing while she changed. He answered that question for her by walking toward the changing stalls. She quickly scrambled after him. When they reached their destination, he nudged the door open with his big head. She went inside the large sectioned off space that was open to the air above. And he followed along right with her, not intending to leave her side for even a moment.Her heart raced as she understood what he wanted her to do get undressed in front of him and shift. Amazingly enough, there was no negotiation like I'd had to go through to see her creamy flesh. She simply complied with his wishes, removing h
Running With The WolvesLeanderI kept Lucky close by during the ceremony. Not just for the reason I gave Hycinth...because Lucky didn't seem to give a shit before he said whatever the hell he wanted...I liked his boldness and the opportunity he might spout other useful tidbits of information about my little mouse. However, the other reason was much, more simple I wanted him to see how she reacted to me, I wanted him to see us together. Regardless of his parentage and his history, he was a full adult male Wolf. I could sense it pained him not to have his own mate...and he understood how nature was driving me to possess mine.I also wanted his blessing. I would never tell him that, but I recognized how invaluable it would be. All I had to do was be transparent enough, and let him see the truth for himself...how I felt about his sister. Maybe it wouldn't change anything, maybe it wouldn't help...but maybe it would. It couldn't hurt to try. And I was willing to try anything at this poin
I refocused on Leander. "Stop it. Whatever you are thinking, stop it right now! My brother's just being an ass. It comes naturally to him. He can't help it."Leander looked at Lucky, not quite ready to let it go and said, "Maybe we should keep your brother with us during the rest of the celebration. Just in case he has any other pearls of wisdom he would like to share.""Maybe, he should go back to the dungeon until he learns to behave," I retorted.Lucky's face fell, genuine hurt crossing his expression, and instantly, I regretted my words. I said hurriedly, "I didn't mean that! Of course, I want you to stay with us for as long as possible.""Why don't you find him a seat nearby," Leander said to one of the wolves guarding him. The Wolf did as ordered and all three sat down close by.Leander and I went back to the still waiting line of wolves and continued where we'd left off. I enjoyed hearing their stories and was fascinated as I watched Leander interact with them. He made eye cont