LOGINDrake was eager to merge with Talia completely and to feel the heavenly friction that is accompanied with sparks that made him feel alive, and the sheer thought of Talia clawing his back while shivering in ecstasy under him was turning him on to the point of madness, but he told himself to slow down.Drake was never into foreplay, as women would soak their panties in arousal just because he looked at them in a certain way.It's the aura of the Alpha that is nearly irresistible to any she-wolf who doesn't have the mate bond to protect her from the undeniable attraction that comes with the urge to submit to the powerful man, and the fact that Drake is easy on the eyes and rich, didn't hurt him either.However, Talia was different.Drake was aware that he can't conquer Talia unless she allows him because she is immune not only to the attraction of power and wealth, but his aura is not affecting her either. She is above it all, and he knew that if he wanted Talia by his side, he had to ea
"TALIA!", Drake shouted while prying his legs from the man who fell on the ground unconscious after getting a taste of Drake's elbow. The man was still holding onto Drake and after a second of struggle, Drake kicked him to the side. Bastard.Drake's heart tightened when he realized that he won't make it.Talia and one of the attackers were on a collision course, and there was nothing Drake could do about it.The man's arms were stretched in front of him, and open palms were a giveaway that his goal was to grab Talia who was running toward the man fearlessly like she was planning to pass through him.Talia's mind was muddled with alcohol, but she knew that the man in front of her wanted to harm Drake and that his goal was to use her as leverage against Drake. How can she allow such a thing to happen? In the last moment, Talia swayed, avoiding the man's hands and she straightened her body just in time to punch the guy in the throat.With her wolf awakening, Talia's speed and strength i
Talia was lost in a daze caused by Drake's proximity and the alcohol made her forget that they were in the middle of a crowd with numerous gazes on them.Everything about Drake was warm and welcoming and enhanced by his addictive scent of the forest and the dark chocolate.How can a girl not lose herself in the sensual dance that extended beyond moving their limbs?She could feel his erection pressing low on her belly, and she knew how that was for her because the mate bond made her sense his desire. Or maybe that was her desire.Talia's arms moved around Drake's neck, and she got on her toes. Her lips silently searched for his, to stave off the thirst that only his flavor of the dark chocolate can satisfy.Drake smiled at the girl who was inching closer with her lips puckered toward his. She was so adorable that he wished to take a picture so that it lasts longer, but he didn't want to make her wait, so he eagerly closed the last inch of distance between them.The kiss was slow and s
Talia looked at Jill who was a full head taller than Talia, but somehow it seemed that Talia was above her.Did this woman experience Drake's intimate embrace?Rage and power rippled through Talia, and she knew that her wolf was supporting her. That's right. She was not just a weak wolf-less she-wolf who should hide and hope that Drake will rescue her.Talia didn't interact with her wolf much, but she knew that her wolf is special and powerful. Drake said so. And Talia also knew that her wolf is somewhere inside her, and they are one. Doesn't that mean her wolf's power is hers also?Talia didn't fight the energies that coursed through her body; Talia welcomed them, hoping they will make her strong enough to defend herself and maybe even stand next to Drake as equal.Suddenly, Talia's mind cleared from the alcohol's haze, and she looked at Jill like she was looking at someone who was small and insignificant, a mischievous child who needs to be taught a lesson."You don't know who I am,
Drake agreed to accompany Talia and wait for her in front of the women's restroom, but he didn't like the idea of Talia being on her own and not in his visual range.His previous experiences taught him that Talia always ends up in trouble when unattended. Of course, the likelihood of some guys sticking to Talia in the ladies' room was very low, but one can't be too cautious when it comes to these things.Drake mind-linked Maya with, 'Come to the restroom now. Talia is going and I want you to ensure there are no incidents.''I need a minute. I'm on the opposite side of the Shifters.', Maya responded.'Hurry up!', Drake barked."Did you mind-link Maya?", Talia asked while narrowing her eyes at Drake.Drake realized that Talia didn't approve. He didn't want to lie, but it seems that telling the truth will get him into trouble also."What makes you think so?", Drake asked innocently."Your eyes change when you are mind-linking.", Talia responded smugly like she revealed a big secret. "Don
"What did we miss?", Maya asked from the side while her eyes followed nonresponsive Cory who was being dragged away by the staff of the nightclub.Mindy was right behind Maya."Why did you leave Talia on her own?", Drake snapped at Maya and the latter understood that the unconscious poor fellow probably approached Talia."She is a big girl who didn't want to use the restroom.", Maya responded. Did Drake want them to drag Talia with them?Drake didn't want to bicker with Maya about this. He turned to Talia. "Don't stay on your own at the bar."Talia smiled foolishly. The alcohol was sneaking up on her. "It was not a big deal. Don't I have you watching over me?"Drake was out of arguments. He was watching over her, and he loved that she relied on him."Are we still girl-drinking or did your couple-time start?", Mindy asked.Maddox and Caden reached the bar on time to hear Mindy's question."How about all of us have one drink here and then we go to mingle?", Maddox suggested, and everyon
Shortly 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 Drak
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
Talia was apprehensive about getting into Darkbourne while holding hands with Drake, but quickly she realized that it was not a big deal.The streets on the outskirts of Darkbourne were dimly lit, so no one paid attention to one hand-holding couple.When they emerged to the streets where the festiv
Talia sat on the soft grass as she took in the sight of the seemingly undisturbed nature around her. It was peaceful.The tall rocks formed a natural shelter at the back and curved slightly on the sides, opening up fully to a majestic view of the lake in front.The light noise from the festival tha







