Mel's POVJaxon volunteers to drive my car home, and I don't turn him down. I'm exhausted and what we just did only made it worse. I gaze out the window as trees and buildings blur past us."I thought I would've seen at least one female today," I mumble, breaking the comfortable silence."Contrary to your belief, she-wolves don't like risking their lives unnecessarily. “Us guys only do it because we have to, it's our duty to protect the pack,” Jaxon explains, his tone matter-of-fact.I scoff. "What the fuck is that supposed to mean? Am I supposed to be in the kitchen cooking, pregnant with a litter of pups right now?"He roars with delicious laughter, a sound that sends delicious goosebumps rising on my skin. "That would be a sight to behold.""I'm serious Jaxon, I need at least one other female,” I insist, shooting him a scowl.He hums, stroking the stubble on his chin as he drives. I find myself mesmerized by the veins flexing in his arms as he grips the wheel. Goddess, how does ever
Jaxon’s POVBliss opens the door with a dumbfounded expression on her face. "Alpha, I swear I didn't do anything-""Chill Bliss, he's with me," Melanie says, stepping in front of me and walking past her into the house.Relief seems to wash over her. I wonder what she thought she was in trouble for, but I brush it off. I just want to get this over with, so I can have Mel all to myself for the rest of the night."Alpha, can I get you tea or something?" Bliss asks, nervously twirling the ends of her hair.I chuckle. "No thank you, I'm not some old man. If you have it though, beer will be great."She nods and hurries off to the kitchen. I'm not used to people being nervous around me, and quite frankly I don't like it. I'm not Alpha Damon, they have no reason to fear me.As we stand in the living room, Patrick and Malcom come downstairs laughing loudly. You would think the devil was in the room because they stop immediately when they see me. "Alpha Jaxon...Beta Melanie," they say in unison,
Jaxon's POVI meet Ameer outside the hospital and we both go to the top floor to check out the room. The door to the secure room is wide open and there are two warriors lying on the floor a few feet past the doorway. I reach down to check their pulses. They're weak, but both of them are alive."They're not dead," I declare."They kinda look dead," Ameer mumbles."Just unconscious." My head snaps up to see the creepy trio standing in the corner in the dark. They wore those black cloaks that seemed to amplify their spine-chilling energy. Dusk raises a finger and the tip of it glows white.I quickly close the door and flip on the light switch."Well...that's terrifying," Ameer mutters underneath his breath.I forgot to ask Melanie what his gift is, and it was scarier than I thought it would be. The Moon Goddess really didn't think things through when she was giving out powers to them. Like what even was her criteria? There was no way Melanie is in anyway similar to these psychos."What ar
Mel’s POVHe lied to me. He really lied to me just when I was starting to trust him. Talking about some fucking tax forms. Ameer would probably be the last person to do those. I don't know what he has gone to do, but being a lying asshole about it isn't okay.Now that Jaxon's gone, more people have shown up to the house and it's kind of turned into a party. I'm exhausted and I have no interest in being here any longer. I don't even know why I’m still here, I'm no longer drunk, and my car is here. It's stupid that I'm waiting for Jaxon to come back like a little pet.Jaxon, I'm going back to the pack house. See you there. I hope he can hear the irritation in my voice.No, stay there. I'll be there in a minute. Ugh fine. You have five minutes. I slump back in the chair watching couples dance around me. Bliss is grinding her ass against Patrick's crotch as she sways to the music. Although I don't want anyone knowing about our arrangement, there's a small part of me that wishes that Jax
Mel's POVI storm into the pack house and up the stairs, slamming the door as I make it into my room. After I'm sure he's in his own room and I won't run into him again tonight, I jump into a long, hot shower. Scrubbing every inch of my body, I rid it of any trace of his scent.I throw on a nightgown and slide into my huge, comfortable bed. I spend the next two hours fighting my exhaustion. Tossing and turning. Throwing my blanket on and off. Counting sheep. Screaming into my pillow. I even try to play with myself but can't get into it because it's not him.Fuck it, I'll just use him this one last time and we're done! I tell myself.As I reach his door, he throws it open like he's been waiting for me to come running back to him. He stands in the doorway completely naked, and I can't help but check him out. My eyes widen as I look down at his erection twitching in my direction. "Mel," he says huskily. The dark circles around his eyes tell me he's not having much luck finding sleep eithe
Mel's POV Jaxon's expression softens. "Is that what you were really worried about, baby girl?"I look down in my lap. "I don't know, I'm just trying to figure out why you lied to me," I admit quietly."Yeah, that's why I can't stay hard," he mumbles to himself. He turns towards me and grabs my hands in his, gazing into my eyes intensely. "I'm sorry for lying to you."He seems sincere, like he had no other choice. But why? I'm his Beta, he should be able to tell me anything. "What's going on, Jaxon?""Would you believe me if I told you it's necessary that I don't tell you?" He looks torn as he chooses his words carefully. "Do you trust me enough not to pry and wait until it's the right time?"My mouth opens and closes like a fish out of water, but I can't find any words. Is that why he lost his erection? He actually feels bad about it?I search his guilt-ridden eyes for answers but find none. Whatever he can't speak of, he has sealed it away and thrown away the key."I...I trust you,"
Jaxon’s POVIt's the end of the week and exactly seven days until the Mating Ball. Today, Melanie and I are making cuts. Since it's the first week of training, we only get rid of recruits who are dead weight with no chance in hell of making it. I'm hoping I can add Malcom Grey to that list.I walk around with a clipboard, looking at Melanie's notes of each warrior as they pair up and spar. Some of them actually impress me and I can see others still struggling, but according to Mel, they have made improvements from the beginning of the week. Bliss decided to come after all, and I can already tell she's going to be a great warrior.The only person with consistent negative remarks is Jeremy Davis. Beside his name it says:-Big Asshole-Slow-Sloppy-Arrogant-Future serial killer? I chuckle to myself. She obviously hates his guts, but I know she wouldn't get rid of him for personal reasons. I look over at her, grimacing as I see her chatting with Malvin, Marcus...whatever the fuck his na
Jaxon's POVshut my eyes tight as I struggle to suppress him. Shadow, enough. He's not worth our time. He's challenging us, his Alpha. Put him in his place. Show him how strong we are. How fast we can destroy him! Memories of Alpha Damon's brutality flash in my mind. He killed so many wolves right in front of me due to not being able to control his temper. Or maybe it was because he couldn't control his wolf. Maybe he didn't want to.All I know is that I won't be like him. Not now. Not ever.However, Shadow is persistent in making sure Jeremy pays for his disrespect. He rips through my skin before I can stop him and stalks towards the frightened teenager now scurrying away on the floor. It's like I'm trapped in a cage in my own mind. It's terrifying because Shadow and I are usually in sync, but since becoming Alpha, we haven't been on the same page.You're wrong, Jaxon. Admit it. You want this as much as I do. They don't respect us as their Alpha, so we must force them to! He's...ri
Mel's POV"He's beautiful, Luna.""He's going to grow up to be such a powerful Alpha."I force a smile, responding almost robotically to their comments and congratulations. I can't shake the feeling that someone's here that shouldn't be, but I'm not picking up any dark energy.When the line finally ends, Jaxon goes to mingle with the other Alphas. Since Zion is safely sleeping in the bassinet, I decide to walk around the building searching for the source of my anxiety. As I grab a flask of sparkling cider from one of the Omegas, I hear a familiar voice behind me. "Luna Melanie, it's nice to see you again," he rumbles, snapping me from my thoughts. It's Alpha Raeden with his mate at his side. "This is my Luna, Caroline."I smile warmly at her. "It's a pleasure to meet you.""Likewise. Your son is so beautiful, I'm still hoping that one day we'll be able to have a baby.""Thank you, and I hope you can too!"Raeden's eyes hold a quiet sadness, a reflection of the pain he must have felt w
Mel’s POVToday is Zion's grand debut with the pack. I dress him up in the most adorable little black suit and hand him over to Jaxon so I can get myself ready.The first few weeks of his life have been hectic, but I have enjoyed every second of it. When Jaxon and Ameer are busy with pack business, Bliss comes with us every time we leave the house. I don't mind the extra protection, plus I get to hang out with my best friend all the time.As I put on my dress and minimal makeup, my eyes are fixed on Jaxon cradling our son. The look of pride on his face is undeniable as he lovingly bounces him up and down, creating a gentle rhythm.I wish Damon would have ever looked at me that way, but I'm so grateful that Zion has a daddy that loves him unconditionally.Our son's adorable coos echo in the air and he has his tiny hand wrapped around Jaxon's finger. His smile widens, "that's right, Son. You're going to meet your pack and a few of our allies today," he says softly, "well, right after we
Mel's POVJudging by his erection, I assume he's excited about this confrontation. Maybe this was intentional, like he wanted to lure us out.There's a smug grin on his face as he gets closer, his yellow eyes twinkling with amusement."Take one more step and I won't hesitate to kill you," I warn callously. Nina flashes in my eyes, but that doesn't seem to deter him.He roars with laughter. "Aww, what are you going to do? I bet you can't even fight your own battles, huh Princess? Got those two men to be your body guards while you pretend to be the big bitch in charge?" he taunts.He couldn't be more wrong. Unlike Ayla, I can fight my own battles. They're just here for backup. But I don't need to prove shit to him.The other rogues are all gathered silently watching the show. They obviously don't want to get involved, or simply not stupid enough to do so.The rogues' leader narrows his brown eyes in recognition."Wait, aren't you that bitch that killed Alpha Kellan? When Alpha Magnus to
Mel’s POV"Jaxon, no fair! You know I'm carrying around a big-ass watermelon!" I growl, missing the volleyball for the twentieth time as he spikes it with all his strength.Ava bursts out laughing. "We win again!" She gives her brother a high five before running over to the ice chest and grabbing a juice box.Jaxon has a huge, cocky grin on his face as he makes his way over to me. "Sorry baby girl, you told not to take it easy on you unless I don't want to touch you for the rest of your pregnancy." He leans down to my ear. "Two months without that beautiful, tight pussy would kill me."I shudder at his words, pleasurable shivers going up my spine. His grin widens at the smell of my arousal. "Although, I'm sure you would've given in before the day was over."I scoff. "No, I wouldn't have."He raises his hands in surrender and takes a step back. "I won't be stupid enough to argue with my gorgeous, pregnant Luna."I shoot him a scowl but can't resist taking his hand as we walk along the
Jaxon's POVI shift and take off into the woods, ensuring that she's right behind me. Once we reach the packhouse, we quickly change into our evening attire and head to the dining hall to join our pack. It Looks like everyone is having a great time!Melanie kisses me passionately before heading off to find her sister and socialize with the rest of the pack. I grab a beer from the bar and sit at our table, watching my amazing mate surrounded by our pack with admiration.I can sense the incredible joy and pride radiating from her. Being embraced by a pack that used to treat her poorly means the world to her. They now accept her as the fierce, determined firecracker she is.Our Luna is perfect, Shadow purrs.She always has been and always will be.Ameer sits down beside me. "Y'all were gone for a while. I was about to send a search party out," he teases, throwing back a shot of whisky."I'd prefer my warriors not be traumatized like that," I chuckle lightly. Although, I'm sure everyone w
Jaxon's POVMy tongue plunges into her mouth, swallowing every whimper, moan, and cry as I pound into her mercilessly. The sound of our bodies clashing together echoes throughout the cave and it's hot as fuck. With one hand tightly gripping her waist, I close my other around her throat. I pull away from her mouth and slow down my pace to look at her. "I'm so proud of you," I breathe, "you're so amazing in every way and I'm grateful for every day that I get to call you mine."I can see the emotion in her eyes, and I know my words have touched her deeply. After what happened with Ayla, I know her heart was bruised from being used by someone she cared about and looked up to. But she knows my praise is genuine and out of love. She's everything to me, and I'll forever prove to her just how much she means to me.I don't know if she realizes it or not, but she's my saving Grace. She saved me from being a monster like her father. She saved me from the letting the darkness of losing both him a
Jaxon's POVI follow the lingering scent, leading me into a dark cave. My eyes quickly adjust to the lack of light, and I can practically feel the heat rolling off my mate from the other end of the cave. With my head hanging low and teeth bared, I close in on her like a predator about to pounce on its prey. Her eyes dart around, searching for an escape, but she quickly realizes there's no way out. As we both shift, I close the gap between us. She kneels, gazing up at me in the dark. A smirk forms on my face as I say, "Looks like you lost, baby girl. Better luck next time."Her eyes trail down my body until she reaches my throbbing erection. "Pity. Thought I could've gotten you a little more worked up first." Her tongue darts out to lick her lips. "Are you going to breed me, my dear Alpha?"My dick jumps at the idea. She'll grow a big, round belly with our pup, but she won't be in the kitchen. My fiery girl will be on the battlefield.I close my eyes, savoring her intoxicating scent. H
Jaxon’s POVIt's been three days since peace was restored in our world. We've got eleven packs without Alphas, but with Mel's help, Dusk and Rubeus are finding worthy replacements to preserve the peace we fought so hard for. Not only has she proven her worth to the pack, but she eliminated the most corrupt Alphas there were and prevented Ayla from literally taking over the world.Goddess, I can't even describe how thrilled I am that the bitch is dead. The moment she stabbed Melanie, she signed her ticket straight to hell. I'm grateful to both Dusk and Rubeus for being able to see past her bullshit and save me. They had me worried for a minute, but they came through in the end.Today is my mate's big day. She's combining her Luna ceremony and the recruits' graduation ceremony, and tonight we're having a huge feast to celebrate.After the recruits swear their loyalty to me and the safety of the pack, Melanie sinks into the water beside me. The thin material of her white dress hardly con
Mel's POV"B-But how?" Ayla stammers, still in shock."In a dream, the Moon Goddess granted me the Eternalbane dagger,” Dusk explains. “I never expected to use it, but she revealed the growing darkness within your heart. I was too blinded by love to believe it. It wasn't until Jaxon uncovered your role in my mate's death and you erased his memories, I knew that it was time. I would never let you do to Melanie what you did to me!"My mouth drops open. When did she erase Jaxon's memories, and how did I not notice?He quickly helps Rubeus to his feet. "You okay?"He winces, watching Ayla whither on the ground in agony. "I'll be fine. I thought she couldn't die?""The dagger only ended her immortality. Melanie will be the one to finish her off." There's a murderous intensity on his face as he hands me the blade. "Kill her and make it painful."Jaxon's fingers press against my waist, a gentle squeeze before he reluctantly releases his hold. "I can't argue with that," he mumbles.I draw clo