“Sure.” Unfortunately, I was sure. I felt the truth of my words with my whole being.“He can use the shadows against us.” Alpha Kane paused, his eyes blazing with rage. “How can my wolves fight against the shadows?”“The greater the request, the greater the price,” I repeated for the second time today.“I would not underestimate him, Zara.” Alpha Kane winced. “Underestimating him could cost you your life.”“Noted.” I nodded, taking his words to heart. “There is one more thing I need to tell you.”Alpha Kane’s dark brow rose, noting the reluctance in my voice. Tension and frustration clouded his dark eyes, but I had his full attention. Trying not to fidget under his gaze, I told him about my conversation with Luna Freya.“She should have come to me directly.” Alpha Kane’s eyes flashed with anger, his lips pressed into a thin line. I could feel his anger rising in waves. Though Luna Freya’s actions might seem disrespectful, her heart was in the right place.“She just wants to give her d
ZaraMaybe I should start purring and buy some cat costumes.I would have done so if I hadn't been in such a dark mood, but Alpha's touch calmed my racing heart.It wasn't just his physical closeness, but his whole reassuring demeanor that dispelled my anxiety.I silently finished the tender strip and refused to eat any more. This time he didn't insist, just offered me a sip of the drink.The refreshing drink trickled down my throat, the tart strawberry flavor combined with the fizzy notes of the soda cooling me down. But I couldn't drink any more."Would you like anything?" I asked as Alpha."I've already eaten."Leaning my elbows on the thick armrest of the couch, I closed my eyes, hoping that the image of the dead bird would not haunt me.Soon, something soft covered me, and I opened my eyes slightly, seeing Alpha Kane covering me with a blanket."Don't go..." I said quietly as he adjusted the blanket, and his thoughtful gaze from under his heavy eyelids found me."I'm not going an
"It'll be okay. I'm here," I said calmly, so as not to upset her."Stay... with me," she mumbled through her tears, clutching my shirt tightly, not wanting to let go."I'm not going anywhere." My hand fell on her head, and I pulled her closer to my chest, instilling in her a reassuring confidence.It took her a moment to calm down, and I led her to the couch so we could sit and talk. She settled down next to me, and I wrapped my arms around her so she could cuddle up to me.She sniffed, grabbed a tissue from the box, and wiped her eyes and nose. Both were red from crying.She shook her head furiously and replied in a low voice, “I can’t. The news will spread and reach my parents. They’ll call me back no matter what I say. I don’t want that.”She had a point, though she looked so broken and scared that all my instincts were to protect her.“I’m hiring a werewolf private investigator. They’ll find out who’s trying to hurt you.” I took her gentle hands in mine and emphasized, “Remember,
ZaraWhat? It seemed like another threat, and my thoughts returned to the man who had bumped into me at the mall.Did he just slip that poor bird into my bag?With security tight around the palace and office, he seemed to have no way of sneaking past, so he chose this method."Miss Zara, I need to escort you to the palace and then report this."All traces of the warm smile that was always characteristic of Keysir disappeared, and I walked in.Fear gripped me like liquid ice, paralyzing my senses and mind."Who needs us to die?" Nova muttered."Was that just a threat, or did someone actually think about it?" I rolled my eyes.Like a robot, I walked to the sink and washed my hands under hot water and liquid soap.My hands were shaking as I washed the blood off them.I sat down quietly on the lounge chair and pulled my legs up to my chest. Kaysir checked my bag carefully, making sure there was no note or anything, and kept asking if I was okay.I could only nod, too shocked to speak.“Th
I slowly pushed him away, pressing my hands to his chest, and thankfully, Alpha Kane stopped instantly.My legs buckled and my hands shook.Our lips finally parted, and his warmth left me; a chilling loneliness entered my heart. The feeling was so terrible that I wanted him to press his lips to mine again.He was still holding my face. I slowly raised my eyes to look at him, to see what he was feeling.There was a hungry desire in his eyes, and disappointment in them.Was he as excited as I was?He blinked curiously, staring at me, waiting for an answer, and I was ready to burn him.The truth was, his kiss excited me just as much. Both knew how to devour me with their touch, and now Alpha Kane was going to turn it into an undeclared competition.It was all going my way, and the arrogant CEO's mood was ruined."He's better," I told him, not hiding my smirk. I imagined Alpha Kane's face would instantly freeze and he would let go of mine, but he didn't.Instead, he remained quite relaxed
Kane's POVThat's exactly what did it for me, as a low hum echoed in my chest.I reached out with my free hand and looked into her shining azure eyes."I hope you like brandy." With that, I reached out and took a long sip from my glass.Lowing the glass down, I grabbed her head and fisted the hair at the back of her neck. Pressing my lips to hers in a whirlwind of emotion, I let our lips merge.She hesitated for only a moment, her body tensing, and I waited, but then she almost melted into my touch, like ice turning to water.Her soft hands gripped my shirt as I tightened my grip on her locks, tilting her head. Brandy gushed into my mouth, and I slowly spilled some into hers.She gasped, opening her mouth wider, and I pulled her, crossing my legs around her calves. She came willingly.I kissed her with passion and lust, swirling in a whirlwind of uncontrollable emotions. They spilled out like popcorn from a hot pot.I inhaled her perfume greedily, dripping the brandy slowly and gently