Traian
My large frame passed silently on the feast of trees as I moved through the forest, which was a special ability for all supernatural creatures.
We were cunning predators.
I didn't give a damn about who or what I heard as I traveled the same route in my black boots through broken twigs and overhanging branches. My packmates were all sound asleep, but I was aware that some might follow him out for a run in the woods. Shifters like us have always desired to sometimes transform into wolves. Grevin Town is a town of shifters like me, so that is not an issue for us because we are aware of our secrets.
Grevin Town is the pack I lead. When my father passed away 200 years ago, I formally became an alpha. The fact that lycans live longer, recover more quickly and have greater strength than ordinary werewolves sets them apart from other typical werewolves.
And the only Lycan among us is me. A few others, like my cousins, are also alpha on their own.
The few strands of my hair were pushed across my forehead by a breeze as I strolled idly. But I instantly froze after. My muscles tensed as my inner wolf ascended more quickly than it had done for a hundred years. That scent was heavenly sweet, and overpoweringly enticing, such an addiction that my body became rigid.
Mate!. Mate!.
The scent carried by the wind enveloped me in the purest sort of warmth. I closed my eyes and inhaled, relishing the delicate scent. I have waited a hundred years to finally experience this. To smell this addicting scent. The scent of my soul mate, the one destined to be with me. The urge to firmly assert my claim on her drove me ahead.
My mate was here in my hometown. In my pack. So near to me.
I gave the beast inside of me a slight control giving me an increase to become more aggressive, more primal. My boots pounded on the rocky ground as I sprint through the woods. My speed intensified as my extremely primitive side took over until the trees began to thin and I noticed the lights of the dwellings of my pack mates up ahead. I pushed myself to stop. My figure remains concealed by the shadows of the night. I stood there and fixed my gaze on the small house ahead of me. She was there, concealed by the walls.
I could hear rustling behind me, and I could smell my beta, but I was still fixated on the cabin that was a few meters away. I was unable to take my eyes off the home where my mate was staying.
"Alpha"
When I went to my left, Cayden was waiting there with his brows knitted in, I assume, perplexity. For a man like me who seldom pays attention to humans, it was unusual for me to be standing here, hidden by the darkness and forest's shadows, watching a cabin where a human was living.
"Cayden, I have at last found her."
"The woman in that cabin? Your mate?" Cayden inquired hastily, his eyes widening as he glanced at the cabin.
I nodded and said, "Yes, your Luna and my Queen," approaching the cabin while my heart was racing, my hands were clenching, and my claws were pressing into my hand.
Mark her! Claim her!
Those words and phrases kept coming to mind. I was staring at the closed glass panel with the chipped corner a few steps away from the back window. Something I could easily break. I took her fragrance once again and let forth a loud, rumbling roar. My sharp night vision allowed me to see her through the open curtains as I moved up to the window and peered in.
Goodness, there she was.
Her fiery red-brown hair was spread across the stark-white pillow as she dozed off on a little bed. As she slept, the cover was drawn up to reveal the perfectly round swells of her breasts that rose and fell in an orderly pattern. Her brows began to furrow.
I know that she felt my presence. However, I was also sure she would be unable to comprehend the cause of her feelings. The mate bond. The knot of fate between us.
Who was she? I could tell that just by smelling and looking at her that she was not from here or around the nearby town. Then I remembered Marisa telling me that a person would like to temporarily rent her cabin. It had to be her.
But one thing particularly resonated with me. My mate is a human, that much is certain.
I was making every effort to hold off snatching her up, hurling her over my shoulder, and carrying her back to my fortress to claim and mark her. The woman I had been looking for 400 years lay just a few steps away from me, separated only by that sliver of rock.
But I would just scare her and that was the last thing I wanted to do. She is a human, and others of her kind are unaware of my existence. She was unaware that the shifters or the other creatures were hidden.
If she comes from a human family with strong links to and promises to people of my kind, then maybe I'll be fortunate. I am acquainted with a few women who were descendants of families who were destined to be mated with shifters. One of them is my cousin's wife. She is a human being as well.
I briefly felt relieved at the prospect of it. Maybe she can accept this whole situation without too much difficulty. All I could do was pray that she had chosen to come to me.
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Jaidyn
I ate only a small portion of my breakfast bread while I sat at the table, rubbing my eyes. My coffee was long finished. Fortunately, despite sobbing last night, my eyes did not get very swollen. However, I was still plagued with a heavy feeling in my chest.
My thoughts were mulling over several ways to spend the week I had here before returning home. In the event that I run out of things to accomplish in a day, I might be able to leave early. Perhaps this is one of the reasons I require a traveling companion.
“What should I do next?” I whispered to myself.
I sighed as I got up and left the house and spotted Claire tending to her garden while wearing brown jeans and a blue hoodie. While some town residents were busy tending to their own houses, others were wandering by. But oddly enough, I felt their stares at me. I ignored it, settling on the thought that I was overly assuming everything.
When Claire cast a quick glance my way, I raised my hand, waved, and walked up to her, "Good morning."
She remarked, a knowing smile on her lips, "Good morning, did you get enough sleep?"
"Yeah, I did more than I had anticipated."
"Perhaps living near to nature fits you better than the city."
"Perhaps"
Claire inquired abruptly, appearing to be engaged in checking her plants for dead leaves, "Do you have plans later?"
I shook my head. "I was truly considering what I would do next."
Then Claire clasped her hands and looked up at me, saying, "Great! You can come with us to another town and have a walk and visit a tiny pub there. What do you think?"
I nodded enthusiastically. Compared to my original plan, which called for spending the entire day in the cabin, the current plan was preferable. "That's great. Count me in."
I turned to look at the nearby woods. On my days off, I always go for a run in the morning, and now my body appears to be looking for it.
"I intended to run for a bit, but I'm wondering whether there are any wild creatures in these forests."
Claire followed my line of sight. "Yes, it's safe there. You may run and stroll by yourself. Perhaps you can see other of our villagers doing the same."
I replied, "Really?" but Claire may have laughed since she could still see the fear on my face.
"You will be safe there, I guarantee you, and children will go there to play, so don't worry and get into the woods.”
Gratitude filled my face as I grinned at her and said, "Thank you," taking a step back.
I turned around and was about to walk when Claire called me.
"Jaidyn"
I faced her, looking expectantly. "Hmm?"
"I'm sorry for how I behaved last night. I mean, those moments when I am overwhelmed by feeling and seeing something,"
The comment came across as serious. Is she able to predict the future like a fortune teller? I managed a nod and a grin despite my incomplete understanding of what she had said or meant. "It's alright,"
I gave her one last wave before heading back to the cabin to change into running-appropriate attire.
When I stepped outdoors, Claire was no longer in the garden. I inhaled deeply and started to move in the direction of the woodland. I began to run as soon as I entered the woods. As I made my way down a short track that went along the edge of the forest line. My skin was stroked by the warm, muggy morning air while being practically lulled to sleep by the sound of birds. The feeling was wonderful. I wasn't sure how long I ran, but the wind and sun felt lovely on my skin, and the sounds and scents of everything around me had me dozing off. I slowed down till I came to a complete halt. A broad smile spread across my face as I sat down on one of the large tree roots. I made the decision to return after five minutes, but as soon as I did, that peaceful sensation vanished and was replaced with a tense feeling. My brows furrowed in confusion and dread. Uncertain of what I was feeling, I took a glance around. Seconds passed. And suddenly it dawned on me. The hairs on the back of my neck sto
“Please stop that.” I grimaced at Kate. I focused on the faces of the men in front of the pub before returning to Kate. Although I have no clue where Sally and Claire went, I am confident that they were with the two guys who invited them to dance earlier. Others have asked me as well, but I decline since I lack the enthusiasm to join others on the dance floor while they spin about. We've been there at the pub for a while. By the time I had finished my fourth glass of Blackberry vodka, Kate was already slouched on the counter. "I can't help it. I'm puzzled as to why your fiance would treat you in such a way when you are so attractive,” Kate laughed and looked at me with a mischievous smirk. "And let me note, you don't look like a professor right now." I was aware that I was different at this time. My gorgeous reddish brown hair was in gentle waves. The mid-thigh length red dress that hugged my figure brought out my curves, and the black heels made my legs appear slender. When compar
He gently tipped my head back and to the side while holding my chin between his thumb and fingers. As though I had no power over my body, my eyelids closed on their own. As soon as I felt his lips once again brush across my skin, my heart started to beat violently. When I felt the wet heat of his tongue running across my neck, I moaned. He groaned against my skin and said, "You smell so fucking amazing, kitten." Strangely enough, his endearment made me ache more between my thighs. I closed my eyes as this tingling sensation moved down my body. I opened my eyes and stared into the strong and intense blue eyes of this enigmatic man before lowering my sight to his mouth. I held my breath as I heard him making this deep rumbling noise. His blue eyes, which I had first seen straight at the entrance, caught my breath as I peered into them. Before I could process why I was allowing anything to happen, he was moving in closer and our breaths were mingling. His lips lightly caressed mine. I
The loud and annoying sound of my ringtone made me force my eyes to open. Blinking, I scour the mattress for my phone. If I remember correctly, I tossed it around here last night. I glanced at my phone with strained eyes and furrowed brows in irritation to see that it was my alarm. While groaning, I took note of the passing of time. Three o'clock had come and gone. My focus shifted to the window, where there was obviously orange sunshine pouring through the curtain. I sat up sluggishly and craned my neck. After lying down for too long, my entire body hurts. Thankfully, the headache had subsided somewhat. I tossed the covers away and went to the kitchen to drink water. When I noticed the apple in the fruit basket, I munched one and went to the window. The sun lowering over the horizon illuminated the crystal-clear sky, which had a golden color. Since my limbs are so stiff, I'm even more frustrated, and I'm sure that everything will bother me. I desperately need to go for a nice jog r
Traian I promised myself that when the time was perfect, I would take her through the entire estate. Once I had her, everything would go smoothly. She looked back at me and said, "I do have to go now. Thank you for escorting me here." I gestured for her to go ahead of me and said, "Let me take you there. Your house is only a short walk away, and I can't let you walk in the woods alone." “How did you find out where I reside?” With a grimace, she questioned. I can't claim that I monitor her cabin every night, so I'll just answer, "There's only a limited area here where houses are built, so I figured you came from there." She seems reluctant, and I can smell it. However, I was relieved when she finally nodded and proceeded onto the trail. But it only lasts for a moment when one of my pack mates lets out a huge, rumbling roar, breaking the forest's silence. She swung around, her eyes wide with fear. "It's nothing. Wild beasts are many in the wilderness that surround the estate. They
I put on a short, form-fitting dress, slipped my heels into my feet, grabbed my purse, and strolled to the door. I don't care if my eyes are swollen; I need diversions, and going to the bar was the best one I could think of right now. Just this evening, I felt like rebelling. Once more, I want to forget. Because it appears that I need more booze tonight. Fortunately, Cayden called and asked if I felt like going for a stroll because he hadn't seen me yet that morning. He seemed to have returned from work. I took advantage of the situation to request that he deliver it to the nearby pub instead. Although he appeared uncertain, he nonetheless agreed.When I flung open the door, he was standing next to a black ranger. He opened the car door without saying a word as I approached him. We pull away from the town once we're inside.Even though it wasn't that late, I said, "I'm sorry to ask you this time," but I had no other options because I only had him and Claire—whose phone number I didn't
He didn't do anything except stare at me and watch me till he pulled me close to him. His thick and hard erection was pressing against my stomach as we were joined knee to chest. My breath caught as we locked eyes. His head lowered, and his lips touched mine. I felt as though I had no control over my body since my eyes closed on their own. I immediately found myself losing all sense of reasoning.My pain has been replaced by a yearning that I'm not sure I really understand. I cave, just like last night. My logical considerations began to fade away. I just want to put the anger and frustrations that the man I believed was my soulmate caused behind me this night. The love that was now uncertain. I want to forget.So I did something I hadn't even realized I had been dying to do. I kissed him. For a brief moment, he appeared stunned before his lips ravished mine. He gave me a possessive kiss. I moaned to his lips as a strange sensation started to emerge from within me.With labored breath
Traian The final remnants of my self-control fled when I felt her lips on mine and caressed her body. Though I am aware that she had no idea, her remarks nonetheless hurt. She needed a diversion from the agony I could clearly scent back in the pub. Even if she believed I was the solution to her pain, I'd accept it happily. I'll accept anything she gives me. I know she'll figure out what her body meant when it responds to mine very soon. "You're mine, Jaidyn. Mine," I growled, smashing my lips on hers again. My entire body was mashed up against hers. She produced the most delicate noises as we were fucking, but when I placed my hardest section against her belly, that delicate sound changed into a startled gasp. I stuck my tongue inside her mouth while it was slightly open, and the flavor was as precise as I had imagined. Sweet. Addicting. I lost control of myself. My entire life, I have been looking forward to this—to her. I've spent centuries daydreaming and longing about my mat
Jaidyn's Pov I sighed in pleasure as the cold breeze passed. My heart thundered as I smelled the woods that surrounded the castle where I lived with my mate. Home. Traian. A soothing elixir for my soul, his name lingered in the back of my thoughts. As with living with someone other than my own family, being mated takes some getting accustomed to but Traian and I managed to cope. He was so patient with me every day. He was also very protective, making sure I was constantly taken care of. He didn't often wander far or leave me alone. I turned to look at the people cooking and setting up for our celebration outside, among them were Claire, Evan, their daughter Clara, Adam, Sally, Kate, and her mate David, Jane, Jaxon, their son Jacob, Mom and Dad, and the Grevis Pack locals. As the sun peaked above the treetops, everything appeared to gleam golden. Cayen was not here and had a business trip in the United States while Anna had something come up. She was supposed to be here, and even
Jaidyn's Pov I was panting, my body was buzzing with relief. I still wanted something much bigger inside of me to ease this fire in me. I felt a shudder leave me as Traian kissed my inner thigh softly and licked it long and slowly. I felt one of his long, extended teeth gently scrape down my flesh. He took a sharp breath and then backed away. His eyes were hooded, his lips were parted, and his head leaned back slightly. He spoke in a strained voice I couldn't identify as human, saying, "I can't wait any longer to be inside you" I nodded while licking my lips. “I need you now.” I felt his body tense. Traian stripped, and despite his huge size and close-to-wolf transition, he was incredibly gentle with me. I let my gaze wander freely on his length. He had the recognizable enormous thickness to his cock. It seems like a very long time ago. I continued to follow the contours of his abdomen, noting the slabs of muscle, the chiseled upper chest, and the masculine points of his nipples.
Traian's Pov She was standing right in front of me. She smelt exquisite as I breathed in her sweetness, I growled. The closer Jaidyn got to me, the more my cock hardened and grew impossibly larger and thicker. She also caressed my arms, digging her claws into my flesh. More than anything else in my whole life, I longed for her. I had my mate at last. I wanted Jaidyn to be at my side for the rest of my life and to bear my mark on her. She will only ever be ours, my wolf sighed. We'll lay claim to her tonight as our mate. As I caressed her tongue with mine, I caught hold of the back of her head. But as each second passed, she moved closer to me, and when the sun eventually sank and the moon quickly grew full, my need grew double. The need to mark her became intolerable now that there was a full moon and my mate was in front of me. We have been apart for a very long period, which has only increased our desire and longing. My wolf was the one who said it, but my human side was just
I waved at Cayden who dropped me off at Traian's house in the middle of the woods and near the creek. That sun had already set which I realized too late because I have been so occupied with Claire and the others' company. I spent the whole afternoon at Cayden's place, watching the videos of their wedding and other events which were mostly hilarious. When I invited them to accompany me to surprise Traian, they all vehemently objected, insisting that I should go alone. I made my way to the porch. I raised my hand to knock but immediately stopped midair. I inhaled deeply, quickly brushed my now short, reddish-brown hair, tucked my shirt in, and adjusted the way the green scarf Traian had given me was positioned around my neck. I raised my hand again to know but I was not yet to thump to the wooden door when it flung open, revealing the half-naked Traian with only black sweatpants. His midnight hair was still damp from the shower and the citrus with sandalwood scent immediately reached m
Jaidyn's Pov 2 years later............ 'Go, go where your heart belongs to' My thoughts were filled with the words of the elderly woman who was my closest neighbor in the town where I spent two years and who helped me grow my plants. I glanced down at the photo I had just taken of her and her granddaughter Alice, who was then 20 years old, standing by my side. Behind us was my modest house and yard, which was bursting to the seams with tall, vivid flowers. The pictures resemble those of houses in fairytale images. It was very magical to look back again. I put the picture in my wallet again and turned to face the airplane window, my lips curling in a smile. I'm returning to the town and the man I made a vow to after a two-year absence. During that period, I travel alone, encounter amazing people, learn a lot, and gain new insights into life. I also succeeded in acquiring and moving to a little cottage in a rural area close to a lake and a forest for a year. That place captured my
Traian's Pov I watch from a distance as the ex-fiance of Jaidyn leaves. I can't help but follow them and unintentionally hear their conversation. When the man named Anthony came up to my side, he glance at me and pat my shoulder. He whispered painfully, "Take care of her" “I will” A sorrowful smile spread across his face as he continued to walk away while I strolled in the direction of Jaidyn. I found her gazing where the sun rays were slicing through the feast of trees. "Jaidyn" I gently called her, grasping her elbow. She turned to face me, her face painted with a dejected smile I pulled her close, hugging her. She wrapped her arms around me and held me tightly. We stayed like that for a few minutes before we went back to my place. Everyone was there, waiting for us. The first to approach Jaidyn and give her a hug was Jane and her parents, with me standing nearby. "Are you okay?" Janette asked, holding her daughter's face. "Yes, Mom" Jane quipped, "What did he say?" "Not
Jaidyn's Pov I gaped in disbelief at the tall man, whose blonde curls framed his fine, somber face. Cayden and the others looked in our direction and so did Anthony. He looked at me with his pure gray eyes widening, but his eyes settled on me and Traian's clasped hands His jaw tightened. He screamed out "Jaidyn" as he came up to approach me, but Traian cut him off right away. His fists are clenching and unclenching as his spine tenses. Cayden stated in frustration, "I attempted to stop him but he continues on claiming that he knows Jaidyn” Anthony retorted, "And that is true! Jaidyn is my fiance!" Jane hissed, "Was” Traian glances my way as I pinch his hand. His blue eyes sparkle with dread and worry. Is he concerned that I may disregard him? Anthony was just now part of my past. Nothing more. When he chose to end our relationship, I didn't have any plans to go back to him even when I didn't meet Traian here. He had already caused me enough pain. I am aware of my worth. I smile
Traian's Pov I watched Jaidyn brush her hair delicately. Her back was covered in a waterfall of crimson hair. My fingers tingle with the want to run them through her silky, smooth hair. That which I did last night while making her come several times. And she quickly grumbled to me this morning how sore she was. I was casually observing her as I leaned on the doorframe. My eyes swept over her form and focused on her broad hips. I let my gaze linger on it, enjoying the view. Although she was aware that her flight was in the late afternoon, she decided to prepare early. Along with her parents and sister, she will be traveling. Watching her inside my room, doing her makeup, and me waiting for her was one of my dreams. More than a month has passed since I was so close to losing her. That unpleasant recollection was seared into my brain. I felt as though my heart had been crushed into a
Jaidyn’s Pov I finish brushing my hair one more time and set the brush on the dressing table. I turned back to the mirror and grinned. My heart thrilled as I noticed how my green eyes sparkled and how my face lit up. I grinned even wider when I noticed another reflection in the mirror. It was Traian, leaning on the door of his new room. For a few days before leaving, he asked me to stay in his room. We stayed home and cuddled each other every night, doing nothing but that. My parents and I will be returning to the United States tomorrow. And honestly, Claire and the others have just requested longer days, so I've had to reschedule my departure five times. The other day, when I informed them that I would be leaving for good tomorrow, there were many tears shed. The thought of leaving made my heart ache, but I must do this. For myself. I also went to the town and struck up friendly interactions with a few locals, including the folks at Michael's Diner, where I also ran across Nate the