LOGINChapter 53 The silence that follows after Lucy and Alex have fled is almost worse than the confrontation itself. It settles over the rooftop like ash after a fire—thick, clinging, impossible to ignore. No one speaks. No one moves. Even the night seems to hold its breath, as if the world itself is waiting to see what comes next. Because something is coming, that's for sure.Alex doesn't retreat, doesn't give up. No, Alex retreats to regroup. Processes the things he's learned and incorporates them into a new plan.And Alex has learned more than enough today. The realization hits me like a ton of bricks. This was his plan all along. To lure us out of hiding to discover my weaknesses, Dex's. To see how Dex operates.I'm so caught up in my own thoughts that I barely notice Dex starting to give orders.Dex's arm is still around me, firm and steady, a silent anchor. "Lilly?" he says softly. I look up. "Hmm?" My eyes meet his, filled with worry. "I asked if you were okay."I nod slowly, thou
Chapter 52“Took you long enough."Lucy stands further away, leaning casually against a car. Alex's car. Her arms crossed, and a bored look in her eyes.Dex’s jaw clenches, his eyes never leaving Lucy.Out of the corner of my eye, I see Ronan and Reece scanning the area. I'm doing the same, searching for any sign of Alex. He must be here somewhere. It worries me that I don't see him. Lucy's sharp voice interrupts my search. "I'm surprised you took her." Dex remains silent."Apparently, your bond isn't that strong after all. If you take her to the lion's den." A wicked smile spreads across her face. "A weak little human. You'll see I'm right." The fact that Dex isn't responding to her seems to irritate her. And judging by the glint in Dex's eyes, that's exactly what he's after."I hate to orphan little Claire. But I'll do what it takes to get back what's rightfully mine."I try not to show that her words are affecting me, but that's not as easy for me as Dex. I don't have much time to
Chapter 51 Dex stares ahead while we wait for the others. I ask for clarification, but he doesn't seem to hear me. A deep frown forms on his forehead as he looks around. "Dex?" I try again. "Hmm?" it sounds without him looking at me. "Are you going to tell me your suspicions?" I try not to show my impatience. "Later," he says curtly. "When the others get here." He paces back and forth. It seems like he's talking to his wolf, so annoying that I can't hear what they're saying. I breathe a sigh of relief when I see the others approaching. The car slows down, and before Reece has even properly parked it, the others jump out. Except Beth, who just manages to muster up the patience. "Her scent is going that way," Dex says when we're all together, pointing to the street behind us."Well, that sucks," Reece mutters, pointing out that this is one of the busier streets in the neighborhood. "That's not all. I'm pretty sure she's not alone," he says. "What?" Beth reacts, shocked. Bruce also str
Chapter 50I informed the omega who's looking after Claire that it might take a little longer now that we have an emergency meeting. Luckily, she's no stranger to that and assured me it's no problem. It's a perk of pack life, I guess; there's almost always a sitter available, and they're all equally sweet to Claire, and Claire seems to be smitten with everyone.I bite my lower lip and look away when Dex glances at me briefly. From the moment Bruce delivered the news, he's gone into Alpha mode. And I can't say it leaves me unmoved; it makes him... even more attractive. There's a clear difference between my mate, Dex, and Dex the Alpha, and I can't say which I prefer.I squeeze my thighs together, hoping the others won't notice my arousal, though I suspect it's a futile effort with their werewolf senses. Judging by Dex's eyes, it certainly isn't going unnoticed. Thank god they act like they don't smell anything.Dex clears his throat. "Beth, are you sure she took her most important thin
Chapter 49 - Lilly’s pov.Dex sneaks up behind me and wraps his arms around my waist, while I look at the wolf-like tattoo on my neck. His mark, I run my fingers over it. I don’t feel anything; it’s just there. I smile when he kisses it. It tingles, and a wave of pleasure runs through my body. I resist the urge to turn around and let him fuck me again. Claire could wake up at any moment.I think back to last night, and a red blush forms on my cheeks. I can't believe we had sex for the first time, with Claire in the room. I definitely didn't do that with Brent. Something always held me back; the idea that she could hear everything if she woke up made it impossible for me to truly relax. But with Dex…Sure, it crossed my mind that I shouldn't let myself go completely, so as not to wake her. But that didn't stop me. My body had a mind of its own; it had to have him. I needed him.Without thinking, I asked him to mark me, or rather, begged him.Dex looks at me worriedly through the mirror
Chapter 48 - Dex pov.It's like time stands still. I don't know how long I stare at her, frozen in place. Seconds, minutes? The only thing running through my mind is fear. Fear of losing her. I'd hoped Brent would have talked her out of it. That she'd understand by now what the risks are, that they're not worth it.But I also know I'm weak when it comes to her. I'd do anything to make her happy. I know, deep down, that if she keeps pushing, I'll give in. Even though I don't want to. What if she doesn't want to complete the bond, if I don't change her?My fear must be visible in my eyes, because she gently takes my face in both hands. "I'm sorry." She looks away, trying to hide her pain. Pain that I'm causing her, by refusing to do her bidding. I take her hands, but before I can say anything, she pulls them away. "I know Brent told you it's dangerous," I say, my voice breaking. "Please, don't ask this of me." She stares at the ground in defeat, and Drake whimpers in my head."What shou







