Rich I had told that stubborn son of mine months ago that I suspected she was his mate, but he didn't listen spouting off about ages and whatnot. I am glad that he came to his senses and that we had her back. Now I was just waiting on Steve to get back. I had sent most of the enforcers to their rooms for the night after setting up a patrol schedule and having them set up drones to constantly keep watch around as well. Logan has sent everyone but the doctor waya so they were spread around the rooms waiting to hear back. The twins, Cora and Celia were playing a board game they found while Cassie and Titus were sitting on the balcony talking. I was both happy and sad that she had found her mate - plus a little surprised. Titus was one of the oldest fae I'd met but I knew he was very powerful and he would take care of my princess. Alpha John, his son, and his son's mate - who was actually alpha Kai's sister- were sitting at the kitchen counter talking. His son and his daughter
Azalea I was sitting with my feet hanging over the side of the bed when Dr. Mack walked in. "Good morning. How are you feeling dear?" he asked coming over to stand in front of me. "A little sore," I coughed out. My throat felt like it was on fire. "That is to be expected. I have the alpha making you some tea that Hortencia sent over. Should help fix that right up. What do you remember of your injuries from yesterday?" He asked placing his stethescope along my back as I spoke. "That bastard on the beach bit me and choked me. Then pain in my shoulders from hanging any my ribs from... I don't know. My wrists were raw from the ropes. I don't feel much of that though. A little bit when I breath in but not what I was expecting at all. Umm... Arick ... he healed me and then he whipped me. He said it was coated in wolfsbane. Shit stung like fire. Then he ... made the pain go away before he sratched me with his fangs again. He seemed upset that he couldn't glamour me and that
Azalea After Cassie braided my hair the doctor came over and checked my throat, giving me the all clear for today. He did recommend that I have a cup of the tea every morning and before bed for the next few days just to help boost my healing. The rest of our group slowly made their way to the living room ready to go. Rich sat at the table with Charlotte, Steve, Titus and my father discussing who they could trust on the counsel and who might be behind the leak of my location. I tuned them out trying to get in a different head space. I was going to enjoy these next few days no matter what. Luckily Logan decided to join us at that time and then we were off. The driver of the SUV was named Rogelio. He insisted we call him Lio as he would be staying with us for the remainder of our time here. He was actually personable so him joining us wouldn't be a drag. I would need to remember to thank Rich for that. It made having a shadow a lot less painful. The helicopter that we h
Azalea I crashed hard after the beach party barely remembering to brush my teeth before passing out on the bed. I was up early the next morning slightly disoriented. Strong arms pulled me flush against a very warm naked chest causing me to squeak as I was startled. A deep breath against my neck and hairline and a deep "good morning" had me relaxing against him. Oh god his sleepy voice was panty melting. "Um hi. Do you not have a bed?" I asked not remembering him going to be with me last night.He laughed and rubbed his face along my exposed shoulder. I glanced down and realized I was wearing one of his shirts again. Someone must have changed me because I swear I was still wearing my sundress when I laid down last night. I frowned slightly and tugged at his arms to no avail."Yes I do have a bed - it's where ever yours is little one. And yes before you get too mad I changed you so you would be comfortable to sleep. I turned the lights off though and looked away. You look a
Azalea I woke to the feeling of warm breath against the back of my neck and I knew instantly who it was. I snuggled in closer, enjoying the warm feeling as I contemplated this week and what it would really mean. I wanted to give this a chance, more and more. I was surprised yesterday when he didn't demand I go with him and sit and he didn't hover over me either, allowing me space to have fun. I could see him and felt him watching me, but it was comforting and protective versus being smothering. "Would you like to go for a job on the beach before breakfast?" his voice deep and gravelly from sleep startled me out of my internal contemplation. I flipped myself over quickly to face him, smiling. "Really? Yes. Can we go now?" I asked excitedly. I always loved my morning runs, whether as human or wolf. They cleared my mind and helped me set myself for the day. Even with everything that happened after my last one I was still eager to go. It would be the best way to shake off
Azalea I woke just before we landed. I was more tired than I realized, but now I felt refreshed. Logan smiled at me as I sat up, blinking rapidly. I had wanted to spend some time with the girls before they left but that didn't work out. The twins would technically be going back to school with them, but they wouldn't be staying. They were going to get their things packed up as well mine and Cassie's and to make sure the girls got back to the school safely. I hugged them all good bye and told them I expected a call when they got to the school safely. We got off the plane and into the awaiting SUV quickly. It was still chilly here and while it didn't seem to bother the others I was cold. I listened to Cassie telling Titus all about the pack and the lands around it on our drive, lost in thought as I leaned into Logan. His presence was calming and so far this mate thing didn't seem as bad as some of the stories I had read. We settled back into the pack rather easily. The tw
Azalea I looked up into his handsome face as he held his hand out to me. "Dance with me," he had said. I hesitated only a moment before taking his hand and standing up, leaving my shawl at the table. It was the perfect temp in her so I didn't need it. He moved to the middle of the room and pulled me close, placing both our hands together on his chest above his heart while the other wrapped around to rest on my hip. I wrapped my hand around his back and together we slowly swayed around the room. The candles flickered around throwing shadows around the room that only enhanced the atmosphere. I had never felt safer or more at home then at this very moment like my body knew this was home. I felt him brush soft kisses along my neck and shoulder as we moved in sync. I wish this night would never have to end and we could stay like this - all the bad things that awaited us left outside those doors. "Your tattoos. Tell me about them," he asked huskily, nibbling where my neck a
Logan She shifted quickly and I helped her put my shirt on and button it. Luckily she was tiny so it went down to almost mid thigh. I picked her up bridal style and began walking back to the house. She laid against me and signed contently. "You don't have to carry me. I can walk I promise," She said softly as she snuggled her head into my neck, kissing it softly. "I know you can. But I can't pass up the opportunity to have you in my arms now can I?" I smiled down at her. It was late and I could tell everyone else was in their rooms as I headed towards ours still reeling over what I learned today. "I am sorry. I didn't know you had been visiting my wolf. I was going crazy looking for my mate, searching packs all over and I thought my wolf was going feral. I basically kept him locked up inside my head. I didn't realize ..." I sighed, placing my forehead against hers as we entered our room. I laid her gently on the bed and sat down next to her. I ran my hand thru my h