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Elena “Ah, Elena! I haven’t seen you since you were wee high.” Alma makes a motion toward the floor with her hand. “You’ve become a beautiful young woman. You look just like your mother.” “Thank you, Alma.” I kiss her on both cheeks and take the seat across the table from her. Mom serves her tea then sits beside me. Mason is leaning against the sink, sipping his coffee. We’re all the picture of calm, behaving for all the world like my mother didn’t just catch me naked with his head between my legs. But inside, it’s awkward as hell. “No reason to be embarrassed, child. We’re all adults and we all know what happens between mates.” Alma winks at me before turning her attention to my mother. “Isn’t that right, Luna?” Mom makes a choking sound and my head snaps to her. She gives me a little shrug but her face is bright red. I have a strong suspicion I don’t want to know what she and my dads got caught doing so I change the topic quick smart. “So, mom said you were here to see me. Is
Mason Kaden’s grim announcement brings an abrupt end to our conversation. “Show us.” The Alphas say, already pushing Kaden toward the door. My almost-but-not-quite revelation is completely forgotten as they rush back to the scene, hoping to preserve any evidence left behind. I don’t hold out much hope that they’ll find anything useful, but that’s okay. My information will keep. But just because the Alphas aren’t here to hear it doesn’t mean I’m going to keep it to myself. Ellie needs to know what I know and she needs to know now. And I want both those fuckers mascarading as her mates to be there when she learns the truth. “Aspen and I are going to see if we can help at the scene.” Asher says, trying to nudge his brother toward the door. “Why?” Everyone turns my way wearing matching confused expressions. So I elaborate. “Why are you so anxious to help investigate deaths in a pack you’re just visiting? I mean, it’s not like you have anything to gain, right?” The taunt i
*Trigger Warning: Reference To Self-Harm Elena “I realize there’s some shit going down right now and we probably need to stick around until your dad’s return. That’s fine. But your sexy ass is in my bed tonight.” Asher rumbles in my ear when he realizes I’ve forgiven him for keeping secrets. “Not fucking happening.” Mason growls but I ignore him. “Oh yeah? And where exactly would that bed be? I thought you were staying with your dad and I think we’ve established he’s not my biggest fan.” I remind him. “I said it’s not fucking happening. Wait! What?” Mason’s anger shifts from me to Michael West when my words sink in, like he’s president of my fan club and the twins’ dad is his next conquest. “Why doesn’t he like Ellie?” “Our dad doesn't like anybody.” Aspen blows him off then answers me. “There’s a small cottage on my dad’s property. We’re staying there. You won’t ever have to see him.” “What’s this ‘we’ shit, Asp?” Asher shoves his brother ‘s shoulder playfully. “I said
Elena I end up giving Mason some half-baked excuse about poor timing when he asks why I haven’t rejected him. He knows it’s bullshit but he has the good grace not to call me on it, sensing I’ve had enough turmoil for one day. But I know I’ll have to face the truth eventually. I just need more time to figure out what the truth actually is. I’m not ready to have that conversation with Mason because I’m scared to even have it with myself. If I’m being completely honest, I think some small part of me never gave up on the idea that he would come back for me. Down in the darkest depths of my soul, there’s a tiny flicker of hope that never burned out, that burns still. For him. And what’s worse? I think he knows it. I see it in the way he looks at me sometimes, studies me like he can see right past my steely façade. He felt the bond we shared long before we were mates as deeply as I did so it only makes sense he would know what I’m feeling now. It’s just so fucking unfair! I still wan
Aspen Asher and I look like a couple of idiots, rushing around our cottage trying to tidy up before our girl gets here. I’m fucking stoked to have her in our space, to fill it with her scent, to have her in our bed. I know Asher feels the same, even if he is still brooding. I knew Mason hanging around would be a problem for him. Even if he knows the truth like I do, that she belongs with him too. He won’t admit it to himself. Not until he has to. We always knew we’d share a mate between the two of us, but adding a fourth into the mix never crossed either of our minds. I’ll admit it threw me for a loop when I first realized they were really mates, just like Mason claimed. But I’ve already figured out what Asher hasn’t, that she’ll never be complete without him. And I’m willing to do anything to make sure she's happy. It doesn’t hurt that Mason is hot as fuck! And I can feel there is something between us. If he never wants to act on it, though, that’s okay. As long as he and Ash
Asher “Liars! You’re fucking liars!” Elena is crazy with rage as she comes at us. She’s punching and kicking, her limbs swinging wildly as she takes her fury out on us. Neither Aspen nor I defend ourselves, both knowing we deserve her anger in all its forms and more. Even so, Mason pulls her off of us, her feet still kicking as he drags her away. Frankly, I’m surprised he bothered. “You said we were mates and I believed you! How could you fucking lie to me? How could you?” Her shouts turn to choking sobs and it feels like my heart is being torn from my chest to see my strong mate crumble. “I can forgive a lot of things but hurting my mate isn’t one of them!” Mason growls, “I could give a shit what she thinks of you but right now, she’s questioning herself for trusting you and I can’t have that. You fucking fix it or I’ll make sure you don’t live to hurt her again!” Elena’s face is buried in his chest, his huge hand stroking her hair softly despite the violence in his words.
Mason “Where the fuck do you think you’re going, asshole?” Asher barks at me when I start to head inside. “She asked for time and you’re going to give it to her just like we are.” “Of course I am!” I spit back. “I would do anything for that woman! Even if she asked me to cut my own heart out and lay it at her feet. But in case you missed it, the Alphas’ daughter was just openly attacked on their pack land. I think that’s something they need to know and they happen to live here. So back the fuck off!” “We’re coming with you then! She’s just as much our responsibility as she is yours.” He insists, starting to follow me inside. I spin on the spot shoving the palm of my hand into his chest and knocking him back. The fucker just won’t quit! I know Ellie wouldn’t want me to hurt him but I’m all out of fucks to give. I’ll only warn him one more time. “I said, Back.The.Fuck.Off! I’m going to have a conversation with the Alphas and unless you want to tell them all about your connecti
Elena My heart stutters at the way Mason cradles me in his arms so tenderly as he carries me up the backstairs to my room. His nostrils flare as my arousal spikes, a result of imagining myself running my tongue over every dip and ridge of his muscular physique. I squirm in his arms, pressing my pussy against his very imposing bulge. “Little one!” He growls a warning but the way he grips my ass, pulling me down hard against his rock solid length, tells me all I need to know. “Hurry please! I need you!” I mumble against his throat, my nose buried in his neck, soaking up his intoxicating whiskey scent. He growls again, but this time it’s in approval. I lick a stripe from his shoulder to his jaw before nipping at his earlobe and whispering how much I need his big fat cock inside me. I don’t know what’s gotten into me. I’m not in heat, but the desperate ache in my core feels pretty damn close. The bedroom door slams against the wall when Mason kicks it open, unwilling to take
Aloha Wonderful Readers, That's a wrap for Elena, Mason and the twins! Thank you for joining me for their journey! I hope you enjoyed the ride. I appreciate every single comment and review so please share your thoughts! You all make me smile, laugh, and keep going when I;m having a bad day so thank you for all your support! I have a short holiday planned with my family and then I will start writing Olivia's story. I hope to have a good start on it and begin publishing around the first week of June. You'll find out right away what led her to Elllie's door in the epilogue. And of course, as Mason's sister and Ellie's best friend, we'll see more of them in Olivia's story too. Stay tuned! Much love, Cara
Asher Elena is quiet during dinner and I can’t tell if our little Luna is upset for her best friend or just overwhelmed by the responsibilities she’s shouldering right now for the pack. Either way, I don’t like the look on her face and I intend to replace it with a much happier, more satisfied expression. And I intend to make that happen sooner than later. “All done, gorgeous?” My chair scrapes across the floor as I stand from the table and collect our plates. “What? Oh, yeah, I’m full.” She startles and it takes her a minute to understand what I said. “Excellent!” I grin, holding out my hand to help her up. “But-” Elena looks at Olivia like she doesn’t want to leave her. “Mace will get his sister settled in for the night. You’re coming with me. No arguments.” As soon as we turn the corner I pick her up, wrapping her legs around my hips, our chests pressed together. Her body heats and her scent spikes at the assertive move, her body as responsive as ever. It’s her mind I ha
Elena “Whose idea was it to build the new hospital and renovate the Alpha suite at the same time?” I ask as I burst into the guys’ office and throw myself dramatically onto the couch. “Yours!” My mates all look up from their work and answer at once. “Haha! You guys are hilarious! It was a rhetorical question!” I huff, their laughter rumbling through the room. Mason pulls me into his lap and I wrap my arms around his neck, resting my head on his chest. I breathe in his rich whiskey and leather scent, letting it comfort me and help me relax. “Ugh! I’m sorry I’m being so whiny. I know you have more important things to worry about.” “You have been a little irritable late-, ouch! Why did you hit me?” Aspen rubs his arm where Asher punched him. “It’s okay Ash. He’s just being honest. But thank you for defending me.” I smile appreciatively at my overprotective mate. The two months since the Luna ceremony have been more of a strain than we anticipated. Between running a pack, set
Elena Literally, we fall backwards, Asher pulling me against his chest as he lays back on the bed. For one brief moment, I’m gasping for air, crushed by Aspen’s body as he lands on top of me. Then Mason is there, slipping his arms between us and lifting him just enough that I’m no longer bearing the brunt of his weight. “That’s it. Just breathe.” Mason gives us a second to catch our breath. He strokes Aspen’s back soothingly while Asher collars my throat with his large hand. He gives it a squeeze, not enough to cut off my air but enough to center my focus on that slight bit of pressure. It’s enough to slow my breathing and let the intense pleasure rush back in. “Now, Asher and I are going to fuck you the same way we’ll face our future. All four of us, together.” Mason’s deep, sultry voice rumbles through Asp as he frames his back and it’s like a vibrator to my sensitive bundle of nerves, a whine slipping free as my clit throbs. Mason shoves into Aspen’s ass, pulling a deep moan
Elena “We’re all going to take our time undressing you.” Mason breathes in my ear, dragging his calloused fingers over the smooth skin of my back as he unties the lacy bow at my neck. He slides his hands inside my now loosened bodice, kneading the flesh of my tits while mouthing his mark on my neck. My knees buckle but he pulls my body firmly against him, his thick length hard against my ass. I let my head fall back on his chest, moaning at the delicious sensations his touch brings. My twin mates drop to their knees and take turns lifting my feet to slide off my shoes, pressing tender kisses to my ankles and toes. Their hands slide up my legs to my inner thighs, close but not close enough, before gliding back down again. Every move is slow and sensual, calculated to drive me to the edge of sanity. “Let’s see what you’re hiding from us under all this lace, little one.” Mason lets the top of my dress fall, exposing my nipples to the cool air and licking his lips as he watches
Elena “Is it too early to sneak away?” I peer up at Mason from the center of our huddle, all my mates surrounding me on the dance floor. We’re not really dancing, a difficult task for four people to accomplish while refusing to stop touching each other. But at least out here, we can avoid being pulled in four different directions by well-meaning pack members who want to wish us well or introduce us to someone they’re sure we haven’t met before. Spoiler alert: we have. Twice. “Please say yes, daddy!” Aspen teases Mason. “I can’t wait for our special surprise!” Mason chuckles at his antics then snares our mate in his heated gaze. “Be careful what you wish for, baby boy.” His voice is deep, taking on a dark edge. “You might just get it.” He runs his tongue over Aspen’s neck, then latches onto his mark and sucks hard. I may not have bitten Aspen yet but even the hint of pleasure I feel through our shared bond with Mason sends a shiver of pleasure down my spine. Aspen’s wanto
Mason Now that she’s the official Luna of the pack, Ellie can help with inducting our Betas, and I’m so excited this will be our first official act together. When I took over as Alpha, I could have chosen a Beta and even a Gamma for myself. I declined, thinking I would eventually fill those roles once I knew the pack better. Now I see why it never felt right to do so. The twins were always meant to be my Betas, one as a brother and one as a mate. Unfortunately, though the twins will both be making vows of loyalty to us as their Alpha and Luna, it’s tradition for the previous Beta to pass the torch. Something my grandfather never had either because he never trusted anyone enough to let them in. But once again, family is all too willing to step in and assist, ensuring the twins get the ceremony they deserve. My dads take the stage at the elders signal, each one standing in front of one of the twins. This time the elder slices my hand, my blood joining Ellie’s in the bowl. He pas
Mason After my embarrassing outburst at the sight of my stunning mate, I silently praise every deity known to man for blessing me with the woman making her way down the aisle, drawing closer to me with every step she takes. Every step is one closer to the future I’ve dreamed of since long before I really understood what it meant to be a mate. A future I thought I’d lost forever. Standing on either side of me, Asher and Aspen are nearly vibrating out of their skin with the need to have our beautiful mate in their arms. Honestly, I’m not sure how any of us are going to make it through this ceremony without stripping her bare and taking her right here on this stage in front of everyone. And even if we manage that, we still have the after party filled with way too many people to get through. I take a few deep breaths to steady my racing heart, reminding myself what this night is all about and how far we’ve come to get here. No matter how luscious my mate looks and how much I want t
Elena “Mmm, that feels amazing.” I moan as the massage therapist kneads my shoulders, loosening the knots I’ve managed to accumulate from the never-ending stress of the last few months. “Totally agree. We should do this at least monthly.” Livvy turns to grin at me from her massage table set up right next to mine. “As long as you just mean the massage and not the entire Luna ceremony then it’s a date.” I reach across the space between us to hook our little fingers together, sealing the plan with a pinky promise and we both giggle. A month has passed since Asher and Aspen's father was sentenced to life in a council prison, a place no one ever escapes from. With him locked away and the passing of their mother, ending the string of horrific murders she committed, Mason, the twins and I have finally been able to find some normalcy. Well, as normal as it gets when you’re settling in to a new pack and taking in droves of new members from another that’s crumbling. With the arrest