LOGINShortly before Drake stepped into the kitchen…Drake exited his study after finishing the last phone call with Alphas.A list of four names was waiting on his desk and just as Caden said, they were upset that Drake left the meeting without explanation.Four phone calls didn't take long because Drake had a story ready.Drake explained that he had to leave abruptly because there was an urgent situation, and the fact that they caught spies only supported Drake's case.After Drake promised to share relevant information from reports, all Alphas were pacified. Actually, they ended up thanking him for handling the situation efficiently.Their pack members were at that festival as well as delegations from other packs, and if things escalated, everyone would be in danger.Drake was pleased with this outcome. It was the almost-truth, and he didn't need to mention Talia.The more he downplayed the importance of Alpha Richard's query to find out information about the girl with copper-colored hair
Drake remembered that Travis gave a medicinal book to Talia. Instead of working in the kitchen, Drake would prefer Talia to study. That reminded him... "I guess you didn't go to school. I would like you to think about formal education, at least until you get a high school degree."Talia blinked at Drake. She didn't expect this topic change, but she didn't hate it. She knew that education means knowledge and knowledge is a good foundation for independence. She was touched that Drake brought this on his own."I would love that.", Talia said.Drake nodded in approval. "There are in-person and online options, and we can always work out a mix with tutoring involved."Of course, Drake will be tutoring Talia personally, even if it means that he needs a refresher on the content. He became Alpha of the Dark Howlers pack when he was a seventeen years-old highschooler, but he finished high school and college by taking online courses, so he knows very well how that works.Drake was pleased to see
Drake woke up, pleased to see that Talia was sleeping soundly with her head on his shoulder.He placed a gentle kiss on her forehead and then he observed her sleeping form. No matter from which angle Drake looked at Talia, she was perfect. Her scent, her warmth, the way her palm rested on his bare chest… everything was perfect. Perfect for him.Another thing that made this experience several folds better was that Talia was wearing his t-shirt.Last night, Talia wanted to go to her room and get something to sleep in, but then Drake gave her his t-shirt which she reluctantly accepted.He never saw a woman sexier than Talia in his t-shirt, and her bashful smile when she exited the bathroom stirred him more to devour her.The most seductive thing was that Talia was absolutely ignorant of how gorgeous she was.Talia was unspoiled and Drake was itching to introduce her to the lusty side of life. Soon.As much as he was impatient to go all the way, Drake enjoyed watching Talia open up slowly
Drake cupped Talia's cheeks in his palms and took a moment to confirm her lack of resistance which told him that she was willing.He wanted to taste her from the moment they touched for the first time in the kitchen of the Red Moon pack. Drake still remembered that initial shock when he sensed the fantastic sparks of the mate bond for the first time and he wondered how it will feel when they kiss.Well, here it goes.Their lips connected, and Drake's insides jolted when delicious sparks shook his system like never before. This was different. Normally, sparks would start from the point that touched Talia, but this electrical flurry was ignited in the middle of his chest, awakening every cell in his body, and removing from his mind anything that's not related to Talia.Her lips were softer than he expected; warm and velvety and he struggled to keep the kiss gentle and not devour her right there because he didn't want to act like a savage.Talia subconsciously gripped Drake's shoulders t
When Drake and Talia returned to the room, Talia kept the now empty insulated lunchbox on the side and Drake watched with interest as Talia put Blackie and Cinna on his bed.Based on Talia's previous experience, she guessed that Drake is in his cuddly phase and he will make her sleep in his bed, so she was preparing for it, starting with her two plush toys.If her guess was wrong, she was ready to go across the hall, into her room.Drake frowned at the two toys that were on his bed. Blackie was fine, but why the hell was that Keith-related mongrel (aka Cinna) on his bed?His mind exploded. Does this mean that Talia will sleep in his bed without him pulling any tricks? Well, that's progress.Drake reminded himself not to comment on it. Other than proving to Talia that she is important to him, he also had a mission to make her open up and admit her feelings.Thanks to the mate bond, Drake knew that Talia was into him. At first, he thought that those are his feelings, but now he was conf
On the balcony off Drake's bedroom, there was one bistro table and one chaise that was used last time more than a year ago. Luckily, those few Omegas that are allowed on the third floor for cleaning purposes were doing their job well and everything looked like new.Drake didn't entertain people on the balcony, actually, the whole third floor was off-limits to people other than the Alpha family. On a few occasions when he came to the balcony, it was to clear his head or to drink until his head muddled.But now he was there with Talia, and he was happy that there was no more furniture because Talia had to sit next to him on the chaise.Talia opened the lunchbox and took the quiches out. After giving them a careful sniff, she offered one to Drake. "It didn't go bad. Will you tell me about the security issue that happened tonight?"Instead of accepting her offer of food, Drake moved to lay on the chaise behind Talia's back."Feed me and I will tell you."Talia shook her head at the playfu
In the dining room, ten minutes ago. Drake was caught by surprise when Talia left with Stephanie. He wanted to go after Talia, and his wolf agreed, but then Cassie appeared at the door and Drake paused. If he goes after Talia, Cassie will notice and target her. 'You were supposed to get rid of C
Talia sat stiffly next to Drake and observed him while he held her hand, the same one he licked earlier that morning.She remembered his grimace after tasting the bitter herbal paste and she pressed her lips into a line while preventing a smile from showing on her face. It was comical. She never th
When Travis entered the exam room, Talia was wearing the hospital gown.While Jill was drawing Talia's blood for the lab work, and Cathy collected swabs from Talia's mouth and nose, Travis observed Talia's bruises.Drake told him that Talia doesn't have a wolf, and that would definitely impact her
As much as Drake enjoyed this newfound feeling, he couldn't ignore Talia's injuries. The scent of dried blood disturbed the sweet citrusy scent of freesia, telling him that she was not OK.Drake took Talia's hand in his and observed a cut that was on top of a nasty bruise. It was scabbing, but it s







