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Jaden“It might not take too long,” he says, his voice steady but thoughtful. “We have a date and a rough timeline. I can start with the section closest to where we left off and expand if I don’t find anything.” He takes another sip of his amber-coloured beer, the glass cool in his hand.Pax moves to the cupboard and pulls out three large ceramic plates, their surfaces gleaming under the kitchen lights. He arranges them on the granite countertop with precision. With practiced ease, he divides up a fresh salad, golden fries that look crispy and seasoned, and juicy steaks cooked to perfection. Each plate gets an equal share, the combination making our mouths water.He hands each of us a plate; the aroma wafting up and filling the room with savoury smells. Pax then reaches into the stainless steel fridge and grabs another cold beer for himself before settling down at the end of the breakfast bar. He twists off the cap with a practiced flick of his wrist and settles onto a stool at the en
Jaden“I still can’t believe she marked you there,” a smirk tugged at the corners of my mouth as I looked at my two friends. “I’d recommend it when you find the right one.There’s nothing better than proudly sporting your mate’s mark on your cock,” I joke, my grin growing three times its size as I adjust myself in my snug-fitting jeans. The two of them shake their heads. “I see your point, but personally, I love the idea of everyone knowing she’s mine. What if some stranger tries to make a move on her because they can’t tell she’s already mated?” Pax asks swirling his whiskey thoughtfully in his glass.“You’re just old school,” I jokingly tease, but he simply shrugs in response. “None of these fuckers would even go near her if they knew what was good for them,” I continue, with a hint of warning in my tone. Hunter smirks and pours himself a glass of whiskey, passing one to me before taking his seat. I take a drag on my cigarette, watching as the smoke swirls around us.“Oh, is that wh
JadenI stand outside their house, my hand hovering over the doorbell. I hesitate before pulling my hand back. I need more information before I confront them tonight. I can’t risk giving them any reason to dislike me even more than they already do. As the alpha of our pack, they may respect me, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they approve of their daughter being with me. I can’t forget how they’ve made their disapproval of my conquests, known in the past.I make my way up the stone slab steps of the pack house, following her sweet, floral scent of ylang ylang. Gabriel stands at the top of the stairs, his face serious, as we exchange a silent nod. “See you tomorrow at the hospital,” he reminds me before I continue on my way to her room. I knock on the door, waiting for her to unlock it after sending Taylor home for the night. There had been no disturbances.The distinct sound of a lock clicking echoes through the room before the door swings open. I’m greeted by her bright smile, her
StaceyA few hours earlierAs I stood outside the bathroom, I heard the hiss of the shower and pictured Jaden’s body beneath the stream of water. The taste of his lips still lingered on mine as I traced my fingertips over them, feeling a sense of contentment wash over me. Despite the challenges we still had to face, being with him was everything I had dreamed of. And now that we were finally on the same page, I knew we could conquer anything together.As I thought about Felicity, my mood darkened. It was a constant cloud hanging over me, the unresolved tension between us. I couldn’t help but blame Jaden for not handling the situation better, but at the same time, I couldn’t understand why Felicity couldn’t take a hint and move on. Was she truly unable to let go after being rejected?The memories of what she did to Gemma and me still haunt me. I can still hear her voice, cold and calculating, as she saw us as nothing more than pawns in her twisted games. She had no qualms about using us
StaceyI struggle to find the right words, trying to hold back from revealing too much. With Caleb as her mate, she may already know more than I want her to. “I need to assist Jaden with something,” I explain, seeing her raise an eyebrow as I pause. “As his luna, it’s my duty to stand by his side, but he insists on keeping me safe.” I frown, wringing my hands together before smoothing out my ponytail and tucking it over my shoulder. “It’s normal for mates to be a bit overprotective,” she says with a smirk. “I have four of them and they can be a handful at times, but secretly, I love it.” We both chuckle as I settle onto the sofa with my knees tucked under me.“I know what you mean but I can’t just be hidden away any time there is a threat we are a team,” Aurora gently sets her steaming cup of coffee on the table and moves to sit beside me on the sofa, tenderly wrapping her arm around my shoulders. ”I know it’s been difficult with Jaden. Despite our efforts to include him as part of th
StaceyGabriel and Aurora quietly approach the hospital bed, the overwhelming scent of disinfectant filling their nostrils. Gabriel’s face is lit up with a wide smile, like a ray of sunshine breaking through dark clouds. He leans down to stroke Aurora’s soft blonde curls as she eagerly reads the paper in his hands. Their eyes briefly meet before turning to Kara, who nods eagerly and her eyes glint with excitement. “What is it, babe?” Aurora purrs, leaning closer to Gabriel.“We did it,” he says proudly, his voice laced with relief. “She should wake up either later today or tomorrow. She’s going to be okay.” I grab Gemma’s hand tightly, my own hand trembling as I feel her cool, unmoving skin beneath my touch. Aurora pulls Gabriel into a tight embrace, telling him how amazing he is, and he kisses her deeply in response. Kara smirks from across the room before turning to Gabriel and saying playfully, “You owe me £10.” They break apart with laughter, and Gabriel squeezes Aurora’s ass befor
Stacey “These flowers are beautiful!” Aurora’s eyes widen in delight as she admires the vibrant bouquet of roses on the table. She watches curiously as Gabriel moves to a nearby cupboard and pulls out a jar, filling it with water before Kara carefully arranges the flowers inside. Together, they position the jar on a small side table, ensuring it is prominently displayed for all to see when Gemma wakes up. “Hi Stace,” Megan adds sheepishly. I try to ignore the weird feeling I get as I smile back. “Hi Megs,” I force a smile in response to her sheepish greeting, trying to brush off the tension that fills the room like thick smoke. Megan and I have been friends for two years now, yet she still acts awkward around me. Is it because of what happened with Jaden? Or is it something else? Kara breaks the tense silence with a throat clearing, drawing all our attention. “There’s a good chance Gemma will wake up today or tomorrow,” she announces, causing Megan’s shoulders to slump and tears to
StaceyMy heart pounded in my chest as I pushed myself through the dense bushes, my breath coming in sharp gasps. My skin was slick with sweat, and every muscle in my body burned with exhaustion. Finally, I collapsed behind a sturdy oak tree, my stomach churning from the intense exertion. Through the woods, I could hear Taylor struggling to catch his breath, his lungs heaving as he too, doubled over in fatigue. The whole world seemed to spin around me as I fought for air, my senses overwhelmed by the smell of earth and sweat and the sound of our ragged breathing.The sun beat down on my skin as I scanned the trees, searching for any signs of danger or intrusion. The leaves rustled gently in the breeze, casting shifting dapples of light on the forest floor. In the distance, I could see the other pack members going about their duties, their forms blurred by the heat haze. The rough bark of the tree dug into my back as I leaned against it, and I could feel the sweat dripping down my foreh