JASONBlair’s breath catches in her throat at my words. Her pulse was pounding, and the sudden urge to bite down on her neck hit me. To mark her, claim her, make her mine.Fuck the treaty. Fuck the wedding. I just wanted her.Before I could let my wolf win that argument and make me do something we’ll both probably regret. I placed a long kiss on her bare skin, loving the scent of her. Wanting more, but knowing there was nothing more I could do than that. I moved back a step, seeing the view of the dress from behind her.She looks great. I’d picked the dress because I knew the color would make her eyes pop, I hadn’t prepared myself for the fitting.“You look ravishing, Jen.” My voice was husky and had a rough edge to it.What I didn’t add was, I’d like to ravish her. Right here. Ignore the fact that the sales attendant and our guide are a few feet away and they’ll definitely hear. I wouldn’t want her to be quiet.It is best if I move back.“You should keep it, only if you want of cours
JENNAWe decided to stop by one of the food stalls and get food. Then go sightseeing for a bit.Amaya, who is a darling, had everything we bought sent to our room, while Jason and I walked around the place.I found a romper in the store and immediately fell in love. It was a sage green color and had flutter sleeves. It had a deep V-neck with buttons running up. There was no way I was leaving without it. Which was why I changed into it immediately.“Green is definitely your color,” Jason had said after I changed into it. His words made my insides warm and something fluttered in my chest.I switched my flats for some sandals which we found in a different store. It was brown and complimented my dress.I’d tried to put up a fight when Jason brought out his card to pay. I couldn’t let him keep paying for my stuff. God knows how much he is already paying for this trip and he still wants to spend some more.He’d pretended he didn’t even hear me trying to put up a fight and gave the woman his
JASONGetting Jenna to let it go was a lot easier than I thought. I expected her to put up a fight and I was ready to bring in all my defenses.I guess, I should accept that she can’t be predicted anymore. Which is hot as hell, might I add.Almost as hot as her in that romper. I wanted to bite my fist when she chose to wear that romper dress. And I wouldn’t have told her not to. She looked sexy as hell in it and she was hot. Almost too hot. You could tell me she was the reason the weather was so warm today and I’ll agree.I constantly had to remind myself to think of other things, so I wouldn’t be walking around with a boner. Still had a semi throughout though.I spoke with Zeke, who wanted to hear all the details about the trip. Jenna had decided to go for a massage before the time for her surprise. She’d asked if she needed to come back early. I told her to take her time.If I could make the world go round so she got to do things at her own pace, I would do it. Moving the reservatio
JENNA I’ve always heard a phantom slap was worse than a real one. And a reality check slap is also worse than a slap you’ll receive for literally, any other reason. The two formers were what it had felt like when I heard the name on the phone. When Liz, Jason’s fiancé, asked if he was close because she had been calling him but she couldn’t reach him. Home wrecker. The word kept repeating itself in my head. Getting louder and louder, until I felt like my brain was going to explode. The other woman. I hated that word. I’d told myself I wasn’t going to stay in the pack and become that. Only for me to leave and become that either way. My hands shook as I brought it up to my lips. I bit on it too hard and it drew blood. The pain barely registered in my head. I was too busy trying to stop myself from sinking underwater. The oxygen in my lungs was already starting to run and the water bank seems like it is forever away from me. On shaky legs, I turned and walked out of the room. Not
JASONI was close to losing my fucking mind.Jenna went out without her phone so there was no way to reach her. She has been gone for hours now.I’d wanted to follow her after she went out, but knowing her, I knew it would be best to let her reel in silence first. From childhood, I know I’ll only make things worse if I tried to talk to her while she was distraught.I felt fucking stupid for not listening to my inner voice. Because then, I would have at least known where she went.I’ve searched every part of this damned place. Even went as far as checking the beach. Surely she would be by the water. I knew how much that made her calm. The reason she always went to the lake back at home when she was upset.Except, she wasn’t there. And the small flicker of hope died down. I was left feeling even more miserable and dejected.I hated Liz at that point. I usually didn’t feel anything, except the thought of her as a responsibility to me. Like a chore on my to-do list that I’ll have to tick
JENNAWe got into the cart with Jason and the rest of the guys. It was so obvious there was something wrong between us, but no one could ask. Thank God.I’d wanted to get on the other cart, away from Jason. It felt like too much so I got on the one he was in while Amaya went on the other one. I felt betrayed for a second before it clicked in my head that I had nothing to feel betrayed about.She was doing her job to the best of her ability. And staying with me while I sulked isn't part of it.When we got back to the main part of the resort. I got off the cart and more or less ran to our room. While thinking to myself if I could ask for a different room. Or even a way to leave.The latter option was the best right now.As soon as I’d gotten into the room, Jason followed suit. I was expecting it but I still felt the hairs on my body stand at attention when he walked in.He stood by the door, not rushing towards me. Even from that distance, he was stealing all the air in the room and I f
JENNA“Do you think this is okay?” Claire eyes the dress I’m holding, her lips pursed before she shakes her head.We decided to switch to video call.“Don’t you have anything else?” I sighed and shook my head.“Mostly summer dresses.” I replied. “I'm not about to wear that to a bar.”Yes, you heard right, a Bar. Claire convinced me the best way to get my mind off Jason and whatever I was escaping from was to go out and have some fun. She didn’t ask what exactly happened but it shouldn’t be that hard to guess.I didn’t agree at first, knowing that was her default advice for anything that is going on with you. ‘Go get drunk, sis. Life will be better in the morning.’ Was her motor for everyday life situations.I once asked her what you’re supposed to do if that doesn’t work out for you and she said to repeat it. “That is a one way street to becoming an alcoholic, Claire.” I recalled telling her. She’d only shrugged and said maybe it wouldn’t work for me. But it worked well for her and sh
JENNAI knew the direction of the bar from the tour Amaya gave us when we first arrived. I found it easily. But for some reason, going in didn’t seem like the right thing to do.I wished I was on call with Claire right now, she would have given me the words of encouragement I needed.No, I didn’t need any encouragement. I said to myself. I didn’t need anybody to push me when I ran for miles on foot. I left the only home I have ever known with barely enough money to get a solid meal. And I’m still standing.I own a restaurant. I’m a proud mother. I’m loved in my new home. I’m good. I’m fine.I kept repeating the words until I felt better. Until the fast pacing of my heart reduced to a gentle thrum. Then I huffed out a breath through my mouth and looked at the entrance again. No one is going to catch you, Jenna.It is just a club. I said for the last time. I took a step forward but didn’t fully go in.“You know, there isn’t a monster in there, right?” I was startled when I heard the dee