I arched my back as the sensations caused by his sucking mixed with the stroking of my swollen nub. Need coiled inside me and I abandoned his back in favor of gripping the bed sheets. He switched to my other nipple and I began to whimper, tremors starting to build. His stroking changed pace and he added another finger inside me, then a third. With the extra thickness stretching me, I went over the edge, convulsing as my release swept through me from head to toe, leaving me panting and limp.“Hmm… A much better morning expression; all happy and relaxed,” Viktor smoothed his hand down my body, sounding much too smug. If I hadn’t been so pleasantly relaxed, I would have slapped him. Not knowing and probably not caring about my thoughts, he continued on in a teasing tone of voice. “But, you look so much more relaxed than I do, and we really should be a matched set, don’t you think?” With that, he put on a condom, moved over me, and settled between my thighs.“Again?” I managed to make m
Viktor's povThe wind howled outside, a wild symphony of rattling branches and whipping debris. It was the kind of day that messed with your senses, swirling scents around until you couldn't tell a rose from a skunk. Sound got all distorted too, and every rustle of leaves had me on edge. Great. Just what I needed.I shoved the front door shut and finally got a break from the wind's icy grip. Back inside. Civilization.Almost.The smell of coffee hit me first, warm and inviting. Then came another scent, fainter but familiar – Adriana. And the memory of her flushed skin, tangled in the sheets. My wolf stirred, a low growl rumbling in my chest. I'd slept with plenty of women, some way prettier, some way more experienced. But this morning with Adriana… it was different. Something about her.Except here's the problem: Adriana a freaking journalist. The last thing I needed was to get tangled up with a nosy reporter. Especially one who smelled like sunshine and temptation. I had to keep my
I couldn't have agreed with Lucy more. Stump River felt like I'd outgrown it. Sure, the people were decent, but decent wasn't enough. I craved something more, a city's energy, the constant buzz of life Lucy described in Toronto or Montreal. Maybe there, I could finally find someone who saw me as more than just a fling. Someone who wanted more than just a "roll in the hay," you know?lucy with newfound determination. "You're right, Lucy. I do deserve more." She trailed off, her brow furrowed. I squeezed her hand in silent understanding. "Don't worry, I get it. You want to help, but honestly, what can you do?""Enough about me," she said, patting my hand. "Listen, Ria, go for it with Viktor if that's what you want. Just keep your expectations realistic. Commitment isn't exactly his thing. He wouldn't break your heart on purpose, but forever isn't on his menu. Just something to consider, alright?"I brushed off her concerns. "Lucy, it was a one-night thing. This interview? It's strictly
I couldn't believe how I was acting around her. First there was the whole cabin incident, sneaking in like some kind of creeper. Then yesterday morning... My control seemed to be slipping where Adriana was concerned. The wolf inside me strained at the leash, a rare occurrence. I usually kept it locked down tight, but her... something about her was messing with me.The warmth of her brown eyes, the way her lush curves filled out that red top every time she moved the damn thing swayed like a tempting invitation. My mind conjured an image of the top falling away, leaving her bare... I fought the urge to reach out and test my theory, forcing a smile that felt more like a grimace.Adriana, blissfully unaware of the battle raging within me, fiddled with the tie at her neck, drawing my attention back to the mesmerizing rise and fall of her chest. "Hey! Did you get the list of questions I left? They're pretty basic, so I was hoping we could start today?"It took a beat for her words to regis
"I hope you know that you’ve ruined me. I’ll never be able to just point and shoot again with a disposable camera from the drug store.” I laughed up at him as they stood by his truck, our shoulders lightly touching.He chuckled, but the sound did little to lighten the sudden sourness that bubbled up in my stomach. "You won't be the first woman I've ruined.""Great," I muttered, stepping back and offering him a hand. "Maybe we can pick up this interview tomorrow?"Viktor brows furrowed. "What's wrong, Ria?""Ria," I repeated, forcing a smile. "Nothing's wrong."He ignored my hand and surprised me by pulling me into a hug. My breath hitched against his chest. This was a bad idea, a very bad idea."One minute we're laughing, the next you're giving me the cold shoulder," he murmured against my hair.Against my better judgement, the words tumbled out. "You mentioned all these women you've...ruined. It just reminded me that I'm on a deadline here. Getting too friendly isn't exactly part of
Water dripping from my hair and clothes, I stood there gaping like a fish out of water. One minute I was admiring a perfect shot, the next I was taking a dunk in the icy stream. Thankfully, strong hands gripped my arms, hauling me upright before the current could turn me into a bobbing toy.Viktor loomed over me, a thundercloud forming on his handsome face. "What the hell were you doing?" he bellowed.The shock slowly wore off, replaced by a simmering annoyance. "Hey! I wasn't doing anything!" I protested, blinking water out of my eyes. "Until that..." I trailed off, searching the area for the magnificent black beast. "We need to get out of here! There's a wolf!"Panic clawed at me as I spun around, searching for an escape route. The cabin was behind me, but so was the wolf. "There, by the trees!" I pointed, my voice a touch higher than usual.Viktor didn't even glance in the direction I pointed. Instead, he stared at me with a mixture of exasperation and amusement. "Wolf? Ria, there'
Lying beside him, I couldn't help but stare up at the ceiling, my hazel green eyes filled with a mix of emotions. It had happened. The deed was done. We were officially mated now. But deep down, I knew the truth, our union was not born out of love, but rather selfish political alliances. The thought offered me no comfort, only the ache of a broken heart.Beside me, I sensed his movement as he turned towards me, his eyes searching for mine. I purposely avoided meeting his gaze, instead focusing on calming my racing breath. But try as I might, my breath still trembled, betraying my inner turmoil. Despite my rapid blinking, a single tear escaped, making its way down my cheek.I heard the covers rustle as he shifted closer to me. His finger gently brushed against my face, capturing the tear. "I'm sorry, Hailey," his voice resonated in the dimly lit room, both deep and gentle. His touch was followed by a soft stroke through my brunette hair and a tender kiss on the crook of my neck."I kno
"What?" I couldn't contain my surprise as a strange quivering feeling began to develop within me."Do not make this difficult, Hailey," Alpha Dean sighed frustratedly."Difficult?" I fought the urge to glare hard at him as my lips trembled. No, no, no. This couldn't be happening, I thought, my mind racing."The elders have requested an alliance to maintain peace. Alpha Killian leads the largest and most powerful pack in the eastern region. This is a perfect opportunity, and it seems he has taken a liking to you. He did not object to this proposal," my father explained, his voice holding a gentler tone."But... it's too sudden," I said, my gaze darting nervously across the room at Killian, who stood stoically with his hands behind his back. His expression remained distant, unreadable. I turned to my father, desperately trying to hold back the tears welling up in my eyes."What about Stephan?" I half-yelled at him, my voice filled with a mix of sadness and anger. "You know I love him. Y