The warm glow of the morning sun filtered through the curtains and rested on my face. I slowly opened my eyes, disoriented and confused. Where was I? The room was unfamiliar, and the bed was huge. I sat up, rubbing my eyes, trying to focus my disoriented mind. And then, it all came flooding back - Chase, his naked body, our passionate lovemaking.The reminder of last night made heat wash over me, and I blushed deeply.But where was he?I looked around the room again, but this time, I was searching for him. He was nowhere to be found. I felt a pang of hurt and abandonment. Had he left me? Without even saying goodbye?I threw off the covers and got out of bed. I winced with my eyes snapped shut from the pain in my last part at being rammed numerous times with Chase's monstrous cock.I shoved aside the memories that made my body tingle and my stomach tighten. My eyes scanned the room for any sign of Chase. But he was gone. I walked over to the bathroom, hoping he was in there, but it wa
I lay in bed, staring at Elodie's sleeping form. Her lips were parted, and she looked so peaceful in her sleep. She was literally the most beautiful, yet innocent girl I'd ever seen.She was beautiful, radiant, and mine. At least, right now. Her presence calmed me, and for the first time in a very long time, my wolf and I were at peace, our thoughts aligning.I brushed off loose strands of hair from her face, unable to take my eyes off her.It was almost laughable that some time back, I had thought having sex with her would get her out of my system.But right now, as she held me close with her soft, naked body pressed to me, I knew I could never have enough of her.And that thought scared me.For the first time in my life, I was cuddled up with a woman after sex, and I could tell I was really digging it. Especially when that woman was this woman right here.Usually, I would have sex and be on my way, or send them on their way. I could never bring myself to stay after that.Not even my
Chase's povThe rest of the day was a blur as I worked with Alex to plan the perfect event to gather everyone connected to Daniel. But my mind kept wandering back to Elodie.I couldn't shake off the feeling that I had abandoned Elodie. I quickly grabbed my phone and dialed her number, but it went straight to voicemail.I tried again, but she didn't answer. I sent her a text, apologizing for leaving without a word and promising to make it up to her.As soon as I could, I excused myself and left, breezing through the woods in my wolf form till I got to where my car was parked.I got in, and drove quickly. Knowing, Elodie, she wouldn't still be in my penthouse, so I headed right to the house.The house was empty when I got there, and my chest heaved as I ran up the staircase to her room.I knocked on the door, my heart pounding in my chest. The door opened, and Elodie stood before me, her eyes red-rimmed and puffy."Hey," I said softly, feeling a pang of guilt."Hey," she replied, her vo
As Chase's unspoken words hung in the air, I felt a shiver run down my spine. His eyes locked onto mine, and I could see the sincerity burning within them. I tried to look away, but I was trapped in the depths of his gaze.I waited for him to say the rest of the words, and my heart thumped loudly in anticipation, but he seemed to be having an internal battle within himself as different emotions flashed through his eyes.Just as I was about to say something to break the awkward silence, the waitress interrupted us, her soft voice piercing the tension. "I've got your orders ready. We've got a lot to get through, so let's start with the appetizers."I pulled my hand away from Chase's, feeling a sense of relief wash over me.The tension in the room was suffocating, and I knew I needed a moment to gather my thoughts.The waitress began to unload a barrage of dishes onto our table, each one more delicious-smelling than the last. My stomach growled in anticipation as I took in the spread befo
Chase's pov As I drove away from the diner, my mind was a jumble of emotions. Elodie's questions had stirred up a hornet's nest, and I knew I had to tread carefully. The last thing I wanted was to drag her into the dark part of my life.My phone buzzed again, and I glanced at the screen. Alex's name flashed, and I knew I couldn't ignore it. I answered, my voice low."Chase, we have a problem," Alex said, his tone serious.I frowned, my grip on the wheel tightening. "What is it?"“The Coastals were here. They were asking questions, and they looked determined,” he informed me.“I know,” I said, through gritted teeth, trying to keep my responses as vague as I could, knowing Elodie was watching me like a hawk.“I guess they've come there already,” he breathed out.My gut twisted into a knot. This was the last thing I needed. "Take care of it," I growled."Already on it, but we need to get Elodie to a safe house. You can't take her back to the house. There's every possibility you're being
Chase's pov“What was that?” I heard Elodie's shaky voice filled with fear. “What happened to their eyes?” Their eyes were back to there normal colors, but dread poured out of Elodie's voice, and as much as I wanted to comfort and reassure her, I knew this wasn't the time.“Alex, take Elodie inside,” I said, not turning around to look at them.“I'm not going anywhere with him,” she said defiantly. “You have to tell me who these men are and why they're after you and….”“Elodie!” I yelled, my body vibrating with anger.She jumped, but the defiant glare in her eyes remained.“This is important. Alex, take her inside,” I said more firmly, my voice leaving now room for arguments.Her nostrils flared, and she balled her hands in fists before turning on her heels, and I was left to face the Coastals.I stepped out to the night till I was in front of the four men who were once like family.I stood tall, my eyes locked onto the Coastals' leader, Victor. His eyes gleamed with a malevolent ligh
I lay in bed, my mind racing with thoughts of the night's events. Chase's sudden departure, the sound of fighting, the way he had come back injured... it all felt like a mystery, a puzzle I couldn't solve.But one thing was certain - something was bothering Chase. He had been distant, cold, and dismissive since the moment he walked back into the restaurant.I thought about the way he had growled at me, the way he had pushed me away and shut me out when I tried to help him with his wounds. It was like he was hiding something, like he was afraid of letting me in.I felt a shiver run down my spine as I remembered the look in his eyes, the fierce intensity that had burned within them.I didn't know what to make of it all. Part of me was scared, scared of what Chase might be hiding, scared of what he might do to me even though deep down, I had the conviction that he wouldn't hurt me.But another part of me, a part that I couldn't ignore, was drawn to him. Drawn to the power and strength th
The ride back home was excruciatingly awkward. Chase and I barely spoke a word to each other, the tension between us thick and heavy. I stared out the window, trying to process everything that had happened. Chase's secrets, his lies, his sudden change in behavior... it all swirled together in my mind like a toxic storm.Chase tried to break the silence a few times, but I shut him down. I didn't want to hear his excuses, his justifications. I just wanted the truth, which he obviously wasn't ready to give.As he rounded the corner to the house, Chase turned to me, his eyes softening. "Elodie, can we talk?"I shook my head, not looking at him. "No, Chase. We can't."He sighed, frustration etched on his face. "Elodie, please. I need to explain-""No, Chase," I cut him off, my voice firm. "You had your chance to explain. Now it's too late."I got out of the car, slamming the door behind me. Chase followed, but I didn't look back. I didn't want to see his face, his eyes. I didn't want to fe