Absence of Temporal TouchHycinthOnce Leander finally got control of his... situation, Gemma repeated the process Mimi had done on me, trimming his pubic hair short and applying topical pain reliever. She placed a narrow strip of spun silk over his hips to discreetly cover his manhood for the next step.Two bands of smooth silk covered my body as well, one over my breasts and the other over my hips.The other four wolves reentered the building. Gwen and Willow walked to my side while Aidan and Ryan went to stand next to Leander. Gwen squeezed my hand, caramel brown irises swirling with concern and affection, but she didn't speak, respectful of the moment.Mimi stepped in between the beds and stood at the foot so that both Leander and I could see her. Before speaking to us, she gave a purposeful nod to the pairs of wolves standing next to each of us.Immediately, they were in motion.I let my head fall to the side so I could watch.Gwen and Aidan walked to the collection of arranged t
BlessingLeanderHycinth held perfectly still in my arms as Mimi and Gemma rinsed our bodies of the residual oil. I wasn't sure how to interpret her silence. What did she think about seeing my complete extended family? My mother?It was hard as fuck to see my mother. I hadn't expected it and I never dreamed I would see my extended family of wolves. Why hadn't my father told me about that part of the ceremony? Had he experienced it as well or was this the first time it had ever happened? When these three days were over, he and I would sit down and talk. I suspected he would handle my mother's presence and message the same way I did grief beyond comprehension, but a gift of unmeasurable worth, an incredible blessing, and certainly not a moment I expected to have while I still breathed.It was closure for me. I was finally able to say the words my mother needed to hear -how fucking sorry I was for that day. I knew she wouldn't blame me. But I needed to say them.And to see our mother Wol
Mimi and Gemma simultaneously got started. Gemma dotted my cock with powder and targeted the underside of my penis, applying hot wax to a small section. Since they used wax that hardened completely, no fabric strips were required. When the wax cooled against my skin, Gemma used a leather-clad fingertip to roll back the edge, then grasped it firmly and pulled against the grain.I bit back a curse, grunting loudly at the sharp pain.Hyacinth wasn't quite so quiet. She didn't bother containing her shriek, "Son of a bitch!""Shh...it will be okay," Gwen assured her softly.A rumbling growl came from Hycinth's throat."Easy...that's it...just relax your leg again," Willow cooed. I couldn't concentrate on what was happening with Hycinth because Gemma continued to place wax, let it dry and jerk it away from my body."Fuck!" I growled.Aiden held down my thigh while Ryan gripped my other leg to keep them open. Gemma continued relentlessly, seemingly to rip the top layer of skin off my balls.
Gwen giggled.After a few more strips, Mimi finally said, "That's it. All done. You can turn back over.""You as well," Gemma said to me."I want to see it," Hycinth demanded."That's fine," Mimi replied. "Gwen, help her sit up."There was some more shuffling and then Hycinth gasped. There was a tremor in her voice, shock and dismay evident. "Ohhh...that is...not pretty...I look like a Red Delicious apple in a barren orchard!"There were grunts and coughing from the group, several people trying to hold back and conceal their laughter."That's perfectly normal, child. The redness will go away very soon," Mimi reassured her.There was a moment of silence. I could only imagine Hycinth's narrowed eyes and expression of disbelief. And then she sighed heavily and whimpered, "Could I at least have some ice for my Apple pie?"I chuckled. What the hell?"Of course. I'll have someone bring some from the kitchen," Mimi said."Don't think I didn't hear that," Hycinth scowled at me."I promise, sw
Pain & PleasureHycinthStanding side-by-side, I clutched the beautiful blanket draped over our shoulders, my eyes drifting over the interior of the quaint cottage bathed in the moon's glow, taking in the details.Several dozen candles, grouped together in clusters, provided the only light. Their flames flickered and pirouetted, undulating in a sensual dance with the shadows. My sensitive Wolf nose twitched. The heavenly aroma of fresh cut hardwood, earthy and sweet, filled the air, but I noticed the glowing firelights lacked scent.My attention flickered to the wall of curtains, the breathtaking view of the lake now hidden by the closed gauzy fabrics, light and airy, gently swaying with the wind. I was thankful for the northeastern breeze, ricocheting off the water to help cool my overheated skin.The sheer barrier provided minimal visual privacy, but what it didn't conceal was sound.But I expected that already.A strange dichotomy whispered to my senses -absolute stillness, not a b
No matter, I didn't care what his reasoning was, I wasn't going to give him the satisfaction. He wanted to play games, so be it. My chin went up.Leander understood my body language perfectly...and then one of his big hands palmed the considerable bulge challenging the leather of his trousers. He stroked himself through the fabric.Waves of heat danced along my skin. Captivated by his movement, I couldn't take my eyes away from his hand as it rubbed slowly up and down his length. His raucous display was nothing less than an invitation...Breath turning shallow, the inspirations of my chest quickened. My hands twitched. Absentmindedly, I pulled at the restriction of my clothing just to give my hands something to do other than reaching for him. It was too hot in this damn room.Leander wasn't done with his wordless enticement...Keeping one hand on the bulge pressed against the leather, he trailed the fingers of his other hand over his stomach.Of course, the bastard knew I wouldn't be
Goosebumps ran across my skin at the feral noise of him. Before today, I'd wondered if I would feel hesitant, that maybe Leander would have to convince me into intimacy. I realized now both were so far from true, it was ridiculous. Leander had what I needed. The little beads of liquid rolling down my thighs were proof. He belonged to me......and I was going to take what was mine.Three more steps forward, I stood directly in front of him. Pleasure and approval at my submission radiated from his dark liquid eyes.Abruptly, one big paw wrapped around my back and jerked me flush against his chest. His free hand wound through my hair and gripped the nape of my neck. Keeping my head where he wanted it, his lips crashed down on mine, fierce and aggressive.My blood ignited with lust, set ablaze by his talented tongue and the feeling of his arousal and pressed against my belly. I met him back ferociously, biting and nipping at his lips, taking what I wanted, not caring when the scent of blo
Five SensesLeanderI was right where I wanted to be...buried deep between Hycinth's spread thighs. Her back bowed in supplication, sweet cunt clenched around me, pulsing a rhythm all her own, demanding to be filled. It was the natural order of things. Regardless of circumstances, destiny always chose this moment to conceive our own pup, and Hycinth's body reacted accordingly, pulling me in, gripping my cock tight. It was so very right......but, it was also so very wrong.Everything inside of me wanted to give Hycinth what she was unconsciously asking for. But I couldn't. I wouldn't take her choice away. We'd agreed, and I wouldn't go back on my word, as much as it killed me. With a grunt, I pulled out, letting my release splash in lines over her belly and breasts. There was even a trail across her left cheek into her hair.Iridescent, not white, more the color of deep water reflecting the moon's glow. My father told me our release would be different. He hadn't indulged in many speci
HYCINTH’S "It wasn't supposed to be like this. I was doing perfectly fine until Cade set his eyes on me. I'm really sorry for the trouble." I said, walking alongside with Leander and taking steps farther away from the warehouse. My wrists continued to ache along with the rest of my body. There was a stiffness that I needed to get rid of."It's completely fine." Leander replied. The silence and the quietness gloomed in his voice. We barely uttered any words to each other ever since he untied me from the warehouse.I glanced over at him once more, remembering the face before my eyes diverted back to the ground.I didn't know what to feel. I was certainly shocked and consumed by the idea of Leander, my mate, being present beside me after a long year of nothing. We made no contact, not a single word or a call to one and other.When I stepped out of the warehouse, I quickly recognized the location-the outskirts of the city where no one ever came. There was a dock nearby. The smell of ship
HYCINTH'S MEMORIES"Oh!" I sucked in a startled breath as I found myself straddling his lap on the wide seat, my hands pressed flat against his bare chest for support.Skin against skin.Tingles ran from my fingertips straight to my core, making me squirm.He groaned in appreciation and tightened his hold, one large hand gripping my hip, the other wrapped around the nape of my neck. Swirling violet and cerulean orbs stared up at me. Deep. Darkening.Under his intense stare and scrutiny, I felt incredibly alive.I was entranced, caught in the raw intensity of his gaze. The invisible force that drew us together tugged at my defenses, threatening to break down my walls and demolish my resistance. It was kinetic. Glorious and warm. It flexed, pulling us closer, refusing to be denied. A pulse of truth rippled through our connection -this beautiful male belonged to me. He was mine.For this moment, I was okay with that. I welcomed it. I embraced it. I didn't want to think about tomorrow-whe
HYCINTH’S POV Leander My mate.It wasn't hard to forget your mate, especially when there were cruel memories attached with them. I had seen it all with him, the good times, and the terrible times. There was nothing else I needed to see.He was a man, of my past.I let my head fall back on the ground as the men began leaving the shady warehouse. Cade simply grinned at me before departing. My pleads became useless, inaudible as soon as he recalled that he can't kill me because Leander will come for him.Shuffling with the restraints, I groaned and kicked my feet out of frustration. I still had enough time to run away before anyone could get here and find me but the only problem I had was setting myself free.Memories of Leander snapped into me like a whip, forcing me to face my past once more and open my eyes wide to see the reality. His face flashed through my head, I closed my eyes and breathed. It had been a long time since I had seen him, since I had spoken to him and since I had
I remembered screaming for a minute before my world blacked out and I lost consciousness. When I woke up, the first thing that struck me was the thick scent of death and blood. I didn't want to imagine where I was or who had taken me but there was an idea in my head.Just an hour before I was blacked out, I recalled a man I knew warning me that they were coming for me. I ignored all the flags waving in front of me and continued with my life.The Alpha of the Night shade pack Cade.He had me.I placed my hand underneath and pressed my palm against the cold, unknown ground. My eyes opened wide, but I couldn't see anything. It was pitch-black and silent as a graveyard.And my hands were tied.The ropes were digging into my wrists as I tried to break free. My hands were tied behind my back therefore every time I stood up, I fell back on the ground without any hope.A few seconds later, when I began feeling my sore legs, I quickly realized that my feet were tied together. My shoes were ta
In the middle of the morning, my phone began ringing and buzzing. I thrashed over the bed, my eyes still closed and a pain sweeping through my head. My hand stretched and reached for the phone. I wanted to silence and cut the call, but a glimpse of the unknown number at the caller ID tore the sleep right through me and forced me up.I picked up the call and heard heavy breathing on the other end for a few seconds before the man spoke up. "They are onto you." He said, giving me a warning. "Be careful."I didn't say anything but I knew the person who had called to warn me. A few more seconds passed before the call ended. I pulled the phone away from my ears. My heart thudded hard against my chest.Fuck. I groaned at myself while rubbing my forehead, hoping the throbbing would leave me for a minute.They were onto me.By saying "they" , he meant Alpha Cade of the Night shade pack. He was also among the Alpha's that worked with Dagger to bring me down. He was among the bastards that wante
HYCINTH’S POVThere was no peace.Not in this world. I had no peace and I no longer wanted it.I think I had cried for exactly six months before wiping my own tears and setting my focus on something else, my revenge. There wasn't a single day I hadn't thought about my unborn child that was viciously murdered by someone who had a grudge against me. I had mercy before but right now I didn't have that in me.I wanted that bitch."Please, please, don't kill him. He hasn't done anything to you." The naked woman nearby begged, her hands clasped together and meeting with her chest.I never looked in the direction of weakness. Not since I ran away from Leander and came here, hoping to find peace. The world ahead of me was red, full of blood, death, and an urge to kill. And I wanted to revenge for everything. Yes everything happened, l lost my unborn pup but luckily the moment I left Leander the moon goddess helped me and gave me back my wolf.Before getting it, I spent nights and days cryin
LEANDER'S POVEverything good had to come to an end.It was how the world worked. Even with all the riches and power, no one could save anyone from death. There was no such thing as immortality or giving one a life. There were two instances where I had ever cried, one was where my mother died, where I couldn't do anything to bring her back, where I felt the weakest of all, where I felt nothing could help me and the second time was when my unborn child was killed.Same feelings.Same emotions.Different people.Different deaths.One's grave was big and the other one was small. The tears were the same and the pain was the same. But I never thought I was ever going to cry for someone who was living, breathing right next to me. It took courage and a lot of strength to love someone and seeing them going through pain was worse than the pain of any death.When I held Hycinth in my arms after her surgery of abortion, I wept like a child while she struck her fists into my chest, screaming how
Every body moved away, creating a path for us as l moved quickly. I clutched Hycinth to my chest as she writhed and began to groan in pain. The guard's eyes widened as they saw Hycinth spitting up blood in my arms. “Guard around the pack, no one in , no one out , there might be a reason why she is vomiting blood”, l shouted at my beta, Ever brushing past him to run.I didn’t wait for his response.Gwen was running behind me as I raced for the pack’s infirmary. My heart was beating painfully in my chest as l pushed myself faster than I had ever moved before. “Lay her on the bed here”, Gwen gestured to the first open bed and l gingerly laid Hycinth on bed. I held her head to the side so she wouldn’t choke on the dark colored blood. “Hycinth my darling, can you hear me?”, My voice was strained as l held her face and brushed her hair back from her forehead.A cold sweat was forming on her face and she continued to spasm in pain. Somehow her cloudy eyes seemed to find me and her lips moved
I wasn't sure if Hycinth's surprised response and rapid heartbeat were related to Sydney's actions or my reference to her as my Luna. "I can only tell you what I've seen. I really do think her punishment changed her perspective, and again, we will discuss it with her to confirm exactly where she stands now, but she has held you in her lap while kissing your hair and whispering softly spoken sentiments of affection. She watched over you whenever I was forced to leave your side and whenever I returned, she never failed to whisper a loving goodbye to you.Hycinth blinked, her eyes taking on a glistening shine. After a long moment she said softly, "Okay."Transitioning back to our original conversation, I asked quietly, "Were there any other reasons you kept our daughter from me?""No," Hycinth whispered. "I've always known you would be a good father. I knew you would come for her...you would save her." Expression turned glassy, utter anguish radiated through the bond.Still connected to