My head felt like a ton of bricks and my body didn’t feel like my own. It was as if I were suspended in midair, with something or someone holding me. I could see my hands as they trailed over muscular arms, broad shoulders, and chiseled abs. Down, down, down to something hard that sat between my legs. A rumble shook everything around me and and I struggled through the haze that kept me from waking. I wriggled, to get further way or closer, I wasn’t sure.My hair moved as warmth fanned the top of my head. Hands gripped my waist and something hardened and bulged beneath me. My body quivered as I realized it ran from my backside, between my legs, and poked my belly. My wriggling turned into grinding as I chased that feeling. A breathy moan fell from my lips as I used his hardness to get what I wanted.I’ve never felt like this before and I needed more. Sleep weighed down on me and no matter how hard I tried to push it off it was useless. I was stuck between sleep and wondering if this wa
Levi lowered his head to my forehead and laughed. I would have laughed with him, but I was mesmerized by him. A full smile pulled at both corners of his lips, brilliant white teeth that seemed a little sharp. He was an ass, but Goddess he made me happy. I shook my head and punched him in the chest. “Gods, I love you,” Levi said. My lips parted as I watched him swipe at his eyes. “I love you too,” I said. My throat dried and I looked away from him. “What happened?” Levi asked. When I didn’t answer, he grabbed my arms and held it above my head. I was taken back to the night in Dylan’s car. My mouth dried, my throat tightened, and my body went cold. I gasped as I struggled to drag air in. Levi moved to release me, but I shook my head. I looked up at him, with tears blurring my vision. “Wait,” I choked. “Tell me what to do. What do I need to make it better?” Levi whispered. “Just don’t let go,” I begged. I knew what was happening. I hadn’t really panicked since that night, or reall
My cheeks heated and my gulp was audible, but at this point I was too stunned to speak, or snap my mouth shut. This was a side of Levi I had never seen before and I couldn’t deny that I liked it. I bit down on my lip shyly as we walked down the hallway. I dropped my gaze as we passed by the two I’d spotted the last time I was here on the way down the stairs.They bowed their heads in greeting, but I didn’t miss the way the girls eyes flashed before she lowered her gaze to the floor. I didn’t know what to think about it, but I wasn’t going to let it get to me. I was getting major alpha vibes from Levi and my inner wolf loved it. While I was a bundle of embarrassment, I loved how Levi’s steps didn’t falter and his grip remained tight on me.His alluring scent surrounded and comforted me. Levi was sex on two legs and I was loving every minute of being in his arms. I couldn’t help but melt in his arms and brush up against his hard as a rock body. This was against the rules, but we’d alrea
Levi moved around the kitchen with an ease that did not befit a young master of a rich household. I giggled when I realized he hadn’t put anything on when we left the room. He was both hot and cute. He seasoned the meat, chopped and diced vegetables, and whisked eggs all in his briefs. My eyes drank in every flex, every exhale, and whiff as he worked. It was only breakfast, but here he was pulling out all the stops. I hadn’t expected something so grand, nor did I think I would be watching him do all the work. I thought we’d have eggs and toast. I would have been content, happy even. It didn’t take much for me to be happy. A warm meal was usually all it took, but that wasn’t all I got today. I’d get the added bonuses of a real smile and great company. We didn’t have meals together at home, thankfully. I think my life would be a tad bit worse if we did. I grabbed what I could from the kitchen when Greg was sleeping, but other than that I ate at school most of the time. Levi placed the t
“Goddess, Levi,” I whispered under my breath.“Something the matter?” Levi asked. He leaned forward, put his elbows on the table, and I squirmed under his full attention.“You can’t just… you..” I trailed off.“The Ami I know always knew how to speak her mind. Go on, it’s just me,” Levi said kindly.“You can’t just say things like that,” I said.“Oh? And why is that?” He asked.“It’s just… very…” I trailed off.“Honest?” Levi finished.“Yes,” I muttered.“I try to be honest with you. Is there something wrong with me wanting to take care of you?” Levi asked. I shook my head. “Does it make you uncomfortable?” I shook my head again. “Do you like it?”“Like what?” I whispered. He leaned in closer and all of a sudden, I was shy. I tried to mentally shake myself. This was Levi. Why was I being shy with him? This whole weekend has shown me that there is another side to him and I like it. His gaze was so intense, I picked up my drink and looked away from him.“Do you like it when I take care
The girl bowed lower than before and stepped backwards until she left the room. The door closed with a bang and when her footsteps disappeared I arched my brow and gave him a look. His eyes widened and he flashed me a smile as he sat back in his seat. “Something bothering you?” Levi asked knowingly. “No, not at all,” I said in disbelief as I shook my head. Worry morphed his features as he studied me. “Hey,” he said soothingly. I brushed him off and pushed aside the thoughts that were trying to flood in. There was no need and no reason for me to be upset about this. I dodged the influx of feelings that threatened to cause a rise out of me. I hated the way he was looking at me, as if he would soothe any worry, or give chase after whatever monster had upset me. I am not in a place to be… He wasn’t mine to… I had no right to be I had no right to feel jealous. Not of her, not of anyone else. As much as I knew I didn’t have a right, I couldn’t help but hate the girl who had so kin
LeviThe first thought that first crossed my mind was that I must have misheard. That was the only logical explanation because she couldn’t be serious. When she pursed her lips, I closed my eyes and swallowed. My throat was dry and I was thirsty, so fucking thirsty. I needed to get a better control on my emotions and my thirst. What the hell could Amia have been thinking when she agreed to this? She nonchalantly tells me that she’s going away with a complete stranger for a week and expected me not to get angry?Where would she stay?Where would she sleep?Who would she sleep with?This guy?Fuck.I saw red and almost lost my grip on the other half of me. For her, I tried my hardest to hold onto my humanity, for her I ignored the urge to feed from her. I had thought the day was nearing when I would tell her about what I am. If she were to choose me, I needed her to know what that meant. Those hopes went up in smoke as she talked about him. I clenched my jaw in an effort to stop myself
Amia flushed before she graced me with a smile. She lit up my dark and cold world. Whatever she wanted, I wanted. I nipped at her pinky finger and she startled. She jumped and pulled her hand away, but I yanked it back. She tried not to smile, but I could see how much she liked it.“Are you not going to meet up with your dad anymore?” I asked.“I am. I just don’t think I want to right now. As much as the thought of having a sibling out there intrigues me, I just found out about my dad. I don’t want to jump into all of… that right now. I’ve always been on my own, I’m not ready,” she said.“Is that why you’re accepting Andrius’ offer?” I asked through gritted teeth. I stared down at her hand in an attempt to hide my reaction to saying his name.“No. Saying yes to Andrius is a detour. It’s a path away from the one I’m currently on. I may be running away, but I’m not ready to face my dad, his new wife, and their expectations of what they think I might be like. I… can’t go back to my place
Without meaning to, my jaw dropped. Whatever I thought Isabella was going to ask for, it definitely hadn’t been that. The werewolves needed blood—werewolf blood. I was trying to figure out ways, legal ways, to get her what she needed, but I was coming up blank. I don’t know any werewolves here, and I highly doubt any members of the pack would volunteer to let a vampire; because that’s how they see her, feed from them.Yet, the hesitancy staring back at me mixed with the trust she just showed snapped me out of my stupor. The news was a surprise, but we were talking—she was communicating. It could have been a lot worse. First, we needed to treat her like a member of the pack, not a criminal. From what Andrius had shared with me, she’d committed no crime and shouldn’t be chained.“Andrius?” I asked, turning my head to look at him.“Yes, my Mistress?”
The silence stretched between us, but I couldn’t back down. Even though I knew he was bigger and stronger than me. I held his piercing gray eyes and moved back. Needing to add distance between us, not because I was afraid of him, but because I couldn’t let his proximity distract me. He didn’t stop me, but his hand was firm on my hip.Maybe I was harsh in calling him a hypocrite, but it was true, and I wouldn’t apologize for it. I would call him out on his bullshit. We were together. Yes, we were new, but I wouldn’t pretend to keep him happy. I wasn’t that woman anymore. It didn’t matter if he was my mate. Andrius would hear me. Without giving him a chance to respond, I snapped again.“You’ve got a real chance here to make them see vampires differently. Instead of taking it, you’ve kept her locked up underground. She’s one of your own, and yet, no one bats an eye
“I don’t, but that’s not what’s I’m worried about right now. Why is there blood on your collar?” Levi glanced between the two of us. I crossed my arms in front of my chest and stared into his brown eyes. I was being hostile without reason but I couldn’t help it. This uncomfortable feeling was quickly festering inside of me and if I didn’t just come out with it it would bubble up. My best friend tilted his head to the side, his eyes lit up, and a bloody knowing smile pulled the corners of his lips.“Are you jealous?” His tone was light and I swear I heard a laugh in there.“I’m sure whatever poor soul he’s just torn apart deserved everything he got,” Andrius murmured in my ear.“Levi didn’t answer the question.” I wasn’t laughing and I wouldn’t. Not until I got an answer. Was I being illogical? Maybe, but I’ve never known Levi to kill anyone. Yes, even after what he did to Dylan. ‘Who did he feed from?’ blared on repeat in my head. I chewed on my lip and Levi’s gaze dropped to the nerv
Danny’s words were reassuring. Duke had an effect on me, but up to this point, it wasn’t uncomfortable. There was something here, between us. I wasn’t completely sure what it was, but I welcomed it. Andrius cleared his throat and I turned to face him. I giggled when I noted the side eye he was giving Duke. It made me happy knowing he had people he could be himself with. I loved that whatever was between me and Duke didn’t cause problems. None that I could see yet, anyway. The little jealousy between them wasn’t anywhere between the hate love vibes that Andrius and Levi had, but I’ve quickly realized that I love being between two men. I giggle to myself and Andrius raises an eyebrow at me.“Duke is right. The pack’s opinion matters, but what we say is the end of it.” Andrius’ teasing gaze had turned as serious as his words.“You said most will listen. Does that mean… he will be in danger within these walls?” I didn’t like the idea of Levi being in danger, or having to live a life of it
Andrius huffed and I couldn’t help but smile. I’ve never had a group of people I could hang out with, and definitely not one that were willing to fight over my time. I had Liz, but I didn’t have Levi until recently. Adding more people—long term people gave me that sickly warm feeling in my chest and I blinked quickly to stop myself from tearing up. I’d been so worried they wouldn’t like me.“I don’t have anything… too serious until Friday,” Andrius grumbled before he lifted his cup of orange juice to his lips. I was reminded of the meeting with his appointed chosen mate and her dad. That means no one will know who I am until after he clears that up. That should make me feel weird, feel small, but I only sit straighter in my seat. I’m glad I’m here. I wanted everyone to know I’m the woman by his side. Everyone at the table knew about her, but now I’m sitting by Andrius. Did th
After Duke left, I took more time looking through the multiple dresses Levi packed in a pack for me, only to end up with black leggings and a red v-neck that hugged my curves. I normally wore loose fitting clothes—they were like armor. But I wanted them to like me. Thank you, L. With my arm looped in Andrius’, he led me downstairs. At the thought of meeting those closest to him, I was a mix of both excitement and nerves. They were pack. Family. I had grown up outside of my own, but we were so low on the chain and lived far from the packhouse it almost felt like we were rogues sometimes.“They’ll love you.” Andrius must have noticed my worry.“And if they don’t?” My voice was a whisper as my feet touched the landing.“Then Duke can kill them for you.” He chuckled by my side, and I playfully slapped him. We walked through the main area, post the couches, and tables. I caught the aroma of a delicious meal and my mouth watered at the same time my stomach growled. Heads turned as we steppe
AmiaAndrius gave no explanation about his visit and I wasn’t sure what to make of this. I had no problem meeting his best friend. I mean, he had to be if he’d chosen him as his right-hand man, right? What confused me was Andrius letting him in despite what I’m wearing, or the lack of clothing I was wearing, and despite where we were. This is supposed to be our room. At that realization goosebumps spread down my arms. The math wasn’t mathing and I was starting to wonder if his friend was more than a friend.That would complicate things.Every hair stood on end as his beta stepped into the room. My eyes dropped to the tactical boots and then my brows raised as they swept up, up, up the army green pants to the thoroughly filled out black t-shirt. He was dressed like a soldier, not a beta. At least, not the way I envisioned a beta to dress, but all thought disappeared as he the rest of him appeared. My lips parted as our gaze locked.Holy hell.Baby blues burned holes into mine. There wa
Struggling against the blanket of heat that was now suffocating me, I tried to push it off, but it wouldn’t budge. It had the opposite effect. It pulled me in and squeezed. Grumbling, I fight sleep, which is hard because I’m drained. I’m not getting anymore shut eye when I’m sweating my ass off. The first thing I see is a wall of pure muscle and my throat is dry and my nipples pebble as I recalled everything that happened last night.Instead of being bathed in sunlight, a barrier was on top of the glass and blocked it out. This kept the rays from coming in through the ceiling. Except for the double doors on the other side of the room. Even in his sleeping state, his cock is thick and long against my belly. My lips spread in a wolfish grin as I think of waking him up with my mouth, but my stomach growled, reminding me there are more important things than sex. Food.“Andrius…” My voice is raspy with sleep and I suspect from all the moaning I did last night. He doesn’t answer, doesn’t mo
Our breathing mixed with the potent smell of sex filled the room. Andrius didn’t rush to get off and walk over to the bathroom. No, he was a still force above me. He had a vice grip around his cock. His eyes roamed over every inch of me he had marked. Trembles wracked my body as I quivered with pleasure. Beneath his gaze, I felt exposed yet adored. Nothing like the way I’d felt trapped beneath Dylan. Not much time had passed, but Goddess, it felt like I’d made so much progress. I could think of my shitty ex and not completely cave in on myself.Even now, with my stomach rolled squished, my pussy bared, and my hair most likely a tangled mess behind me, none of it mattered. Andrius’ hungry gaze confirmed my thoughts. He could continue looking at me that way, and I’d hold whatever disadvantageous position he put me in.“Mine,” Andrius growled.“Yours,” I confirm