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Author: Ela.Amore
last update publish date: 2026-06-06 22:58:19

NATE

I saw Gemma stand to her feet and signaled to her that I was fine. George stopped in his tracks when I shook my head at him as well.

Although my body still ached from what I had been through, I couldn't afford to be weak. I was the Alpha King and there was a need to be strong.

"Aedin won't stop. But, we have to be ready," I said. I caught Eliza’s gaze and gave her a brief nod of thanks. She gave me a two-finger salute in return. I smiled.

"I appreciate your help in rescuing me. You will be
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  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    97

    GEMMAHe fell on top of me, signing and I listened to the sound of his breathing and heartbeat on top of me. He slid over till he was next to me.His hands wound around my waist and he pulled me to him, covering us up with the blanket. I was feeling a sense of calm and safety in his hands. I couldn't bring myself to leave him.I snuggled closer, a contented sigh escaping my lips. My eyelids grew heavy and I shut them, feeling the warmth of the man behind me. Strangely, I felt so at home here, in this man's bed, in this man's arms.I was home.***Right before he woke up, I snuck out of bed and put on my clothes hastily. He stirred to my nose and opened his eyes. I stood there, awkwardly, caught in the act of trying to flee."Gemma, hey," he let out, sitting up. My eyes trailed down to his lower abdomen and I quickly brought my eyes back to his.He was covered up in the blanket but the image of him of him naked last night was still engraved in my memory. I didn't need to imagine what w

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    96

    GEMMANate kissed me but then he pulled apart and his eyes searched mine. "Are you sure? Earlier today—"I shut him up with a kiss, winding my hand around his neck. "Shut up," I said, startling myself.He was surprised too but, he quickly recovered. He grabbed my chin and kissed me before one of his hands slid to the back of my neck and he kissed me deeply. My knees grew weak as our kiss took on a more passionate feel. He held onto my waist with his other arm as I pressed into him.I realized how much taller than me he was. He lifted me with one hand and I wound my hand around his waist, not breaking the kiss.I wanted him so badly that I couldn't bear to stop kissing him. The need between my legs was testament enough.He carried me to the dresser, placing me on top of it. We pulled apart just briefly to look into each other's eyes. I think he saw something in mine because he kissed me again.I snuck my hand under his shirt, feeling his abs and muscular chest. I was going mental. He f

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    95

    NATEHer lips were soft and warm, and I wound my hand around her waist, pulling her closer to me. She froze but after a while, she responded, tilting her head slightly.Her hands gripped the side of my clothes as if she was holding on. We were moving together, the kiss passionate and so desperately needy.I wanted more of her, I wanted to be closer. She pressed into me as if feeling the same need. My hands sank lower until they were resting on her hips. A moan escaped her lips as I tugged on her bottom lip.In one moment, we were enjoying a kiss that burned the depths of my soul, tangled in each other's arms. And the next, she was stepping away, a panicked look on her face.It was almost like couldn't get away from me any quicker. Like I burned her or repulsed her. The wind had never felt colder with the loss of her in my hands."Gemma…" I called, taking a step closer to her."I should go," she said quickly, turning on her heels and fleeing."Gemma, wait!" I tried to stop her but she

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    94

    NATEThe next day, the soldiers were gathered in the main hall, ready to hear a word from me. I wore an official uniform and stood at the top of the staircase as they waited. The Luna Queen and George were waiting for me as well.When I stepped forward, they stood behind me. The assembled soldiers stood scattered around the hall. Some of them were talking, their faces lined with anxiety or the hardness of the past few days.I stood before them and cleared my throat. A few of them noticed me and they immediately stood at attention. This got the attention of their platoon leaders as well as the Alphas.Together, they said, "Attention! Salute!" Every soldier in the hall moved as one, stomping their feet on the ground and saluting.I saluted back, "At ease." I replied. I searched their faces before I took a deep breath and began."Brothers and sisters, today we stand on the brink of a battle that will define our future." I looked around as I said it."As you may all be aware, we are going

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    93

    GEMMAI looked at George for a while, processing his words. "No, don't say that." I snapped."Gemma, just hear me out." He began."No, George!" I said, "Just stop there. I've believed and trusted everything you've said but, not this one. I can't believe this one.""You said you watched all your family die. What if…" George started."Don't finish that statement. Don't you dare say she's a fake?" I threatened.George pulled back, growing cold. He nodded. "Alright then. I just want you to have that at the back of your mind. Maybe she's not who she says she is. But, you can ask Elias. Ask him how your mother is doing and if she's still in his town."And if he says yes, it's a lie or he has no idea. The scout hasn't seen your mother in that town in a week." George said. I kept mute, watching him."I know a lot is going on and we have to focus on getting rid of the Obsidian Wolves but, have it at the back of your mind. We'll have to cross that bridge when we get there." George said."Thank

  • Claimed By The Darkwood Brother    92

    GEMMA"Are you asking me out on a date when I just want to know how my mother is doing?" I asked, choosing to tease Elias. It was a welcome distraction from everything that was going on.He shrugged, a smile playing on his lips. "Is it? If a date sounds like too much, let's call it a friendly meet-up. Over lunch," he said."Alright. Let me just go finish things up with George, and then we can go wherever you want," I said."Perfect," Elias replied. I smiled. As I turned away from him, the smile left my face.I didn't quite fully trust Elias. But, he was joining us for this fight and I had to be nice.After wrapping up my conversation with George about the latest strategies and ensuring that everything was in place for the upcoming fight, I found Elias waiting for me outside, right where I had left him.He leaned against a pillar, casually putting his hands into his pockets. When he saw me, he pushed off the pillar and came to me."Ready?" he asked."Yeah, let's go," I said, trying to

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