Mag-log inAlpha Dimitri’s POVShe searched my face, then asked, “Did you hear my thoughts too?”I nodded.We stared at each other, unsure what to say. The implications of what had just happened were beginning to sink in. Our private thoughts were no longer entirely private, and judging by the look on Scarlett's face, she was finding that just as unsettling as I was.My gaze drifted to her neck, and I found myself admiring the mark the Moon Goddess had given her.A delicate flower rested beneath a silver crescent moon, its slender stem adorned with fine thorns. The design covered part of the scar she had inflicted on herself when she left her old life behind, and the mark glowed softly against her skin, beautiful enough to hold my gaze. My eyes wouldn't leave her mark, no matter how hard I tried to look away. It was as though I were watching poetry come to life right before me. The longer I studied it, the more I found myself wondering about the meaning behind its design.Every werewolf mate ma
Alpha Dimitri’s POVScarlett lay curled against me, her bare skin pressed to mine, her fingers wandering lazily across my chest.I had spent the night making her mine, and now she wore my mark. My mate. The thought alone sent a fresh wave of satisfaction through me.I had imagined waking up with Scarlett in my arms, knowing she was mine in every way that mattered. Now that it had happened, I found myself reluctant to move. I wanted to hold her close, savour the warmth of her against me and enjoy the knowledge that I would get to wake up beside her every morning. I could never grow tired of that. Even Zedd had gone quiet, content to have her in our arms at last. I buried my face in her hair and breathed in her scent, still mingled with mine. There was nowhere else I wanted to be.Then a feminine voice echoed inside my head.I went still.Circe?The voice sounded familiar, but it wasn't hers. I listened again, trying to place it, until another thought came through.Is discovering my
Raven / Scarlett’s POVMy cheeks burned.Dimitri watched me expectantly, his green eyes fixed on mine. My throat went dry, and the words I wanted to say seemed to get stuck on their way out. I was suddenly, ridiculously shy, even though I was already lying naked beneath him, my bare breasts and thighs exposed to his gaze. After everything we'd shared over the last several minutes, I couldn't understand why I was suddenly so bashful.Scarlett, seriously? Is this really the time to be shy?The heat surged at the thought. My cunt throbbed, aching for him. I drew in a shaky breath and forced myself to say what I wanted.“I want your mouth on my breasts… not teasing, directly on them,” I began, my voice rougher than I expected. “And then on my pussy. I want you to touch me everywhere.”I swallowed, meeting his gaze as I gathered the courage to say the rest.“I want you to fuck me hard.”My courage held until I reached the last part. I closed my eyes, unable to meet his gaze as I finished.
Raven / Scarlett’s POVThe sound of his voice sent another wave of heat through me. I could barely manage a nod. My thoughts were scattered, my breathing uneven, and every part of me seemed to be waiting for his next touch.Dimitri shifted over me, bringing his body closer until I could feel his hardness pressing against my thigh. He lowered his head and pressed a tender kiss to the shell of my ear.His touch was featherlight, yet the sensitive skin around my ear seemed to magnify every sensation. I had never realised how much I could feel from such a small touch. When his tongue traced the curve of my ear, I instinctively turned my face towards him, silently asking him not to stop. My grip on the sheets grew tighter as I tried to keep still beneath him.“Having Orrosta might be the greatest gift my ancestors ever gave me,” he whispered against my skin.Before I could respond, he reached for my hands and drew them above my head. His fingers slipped between mine, holding them firmly ag
Raven / Scarlett’s POV“I’m not joking, Dimitri.”His smile disappeared. He swallowed before answering.“I’m sorry. I understand. I’m okay with your rules, Scarlett. I’ll honour every one of them.”His voice was quiet, but there was no hesitation in his words. He meant it.A quiet pause followed. I tried to ignore the pull of the mate bond and the full moon's influence coursing through me. My body, however, had other ideas. I scratched the side of my neck and shifted against the mattress, searching for some relief from the growing ache between my legs.Then I glanced at Dimitri's profile.Big mistake.I quickly looked away and pressed my thighs together. My nipples had grown painfully sensitive beneath my top, and every attempt to distract myself only made me more aware of him.This was ridiculous. I was lying beside the man I'd just given six strict rules to, yet my own body was making a complete mockery of my attempt to remain composed.I couldn't take it anymore.I sat up.The mov
Raven / Scarlett’s POV“Of course, Scarlett. If you're not ready to share your thoughts with me, I won't force you to.”“Third, we don't get intimate with other people. I don't care if it's something as simple as a kiss from a witch to remove an affliction. That is off the table.”Dimitri's brows rose, and he turned fully toward me.“Is this about what happened with Circe?”I didn't answer, and his face grew troubled.“Scarlett, I swear to you, there was nothing between us. You know how I feel about that wretched woman. Even Zedd can't stand her.” He reached for my hand, his voice growing more urgent. “Our heart beats for you. You, Scarlett Bane. Raven Moonshadow. Whatever name you decide to go by tomorrow, it will still be you. You're the only woman we want.”“Dimitri.”He stopped speaking, his fingers resting against mine.“I don't want to discuss Circe. I want to know if you understand my rule. Yes or no?”He searched my face before nodding.“Yes. I understand, and I agree. There w







