Dane I moved with murderous intent — even if there was a no-kill order on Jordan, the Triad needing more time to gather the evidence needed to bring him before Council, I still intended to break something. My fist collided with the first thing it could the moment we stepped foot off Triad property — one of the patrol vehicle's doors. I let out a frustrated roar, wrenching my hand out of the crumpled metal, the glass window raining down in shards that cut my skin further. It wasn't enough. I turned, intending to hit the back door next. Xav stepped in front of me, his hand catching my bloody and torn wrist and he glared at me. "Enough," he rumbled, low and quiet, his calm amber eyes taking me in with gentle consideration. "I don't want to have to explain to Rose why you've got your own blood on you." The thought stopped me instantly - the thought of the look on my sweet girl's face when she saw me covered in blood. The panic I'd cause. I relaxed, letting out a
Xavier I tapped my foot repetitively, my boot echoing sharply off the stone. I knew it was annoying as hell to the Wolven Guard who stood around the Council chambers, probably way worse to their sensitive hearing than mine — I just didn't give a shit. Dane was still fucking in there, talking to his father, the current Triad awake. I glanced up, the crescent moon glowing brightly, tilted in the sky above, and frowned. It was nearly one am. We'd been here for over an hour. Maybe two. Either way — I was getting impatient. I wanted to get back to Rose. Theo said she was okay, that she'd calmed down and asked to be woken when we got back. Fat chance of that happening, I wouldn't allow it. Our girl needed sleep. Even without the bonding fatigue, and now probably the flood of strength from Theo's marking; she still looked like she'd been through hell. Like she'd crawled herself out of the dirt one too many times and still tried to brush it off. But, I wouldn
Rose Theo moved across the library, kicking the door closed with his ankle. "Lock." He called softly, the voice-activated system beeping and the sound of the mechanical locks slipping into place, reinforcing the door with it. I looked up, seeing he carried a tray of food in his hands, and a lopsided grin tilting his lips. "You okay, sweetie?" He whispered gently, kneeling beside me in the small concaved den, setting the tray in front of the small nest I'd made of blankets, pillows and books. I nodded, my eyes half-lidded and an old book clutched on my lap. I promised Dane I'd be waiting, and I intended to keep it — he and Xavier had risked their lives, more than once, for me tonight. It was the least I could do for bringing so much trouble already. "I just hope they're okay." I muttered, anxiety settling like a stone in my gut. "They're fine," he assured, his voice confident and airy, glancing at the large circular clock in one of the corners. He shrugged as
Dane A voice pulled us away from Theo and Rose, a Raven's Guard calling from the territory boarder. A sect of Raven Shifters who worked directly for the Triad. They were espionage experts and always found a way to get what you needed - especially information. Alpha Dane, Xavier - you summoned us. Xav's hand curled into a white knuckled fist, annoyance radiating off him. Yeah, six hours ago. He chided. We moved quickly, running the driveway to the intersection, finding three Guard standing in waiting. Dressed in dark robes and all with sharp features and almost black eyes, they didn't remove their hoods, but bowed deeply as we approached. "Alphas," they greeted, one of them stepping forward, pulling a manila folder from their robe and held it out to me. "It took us some time to find all of the relevant information." Xavier scowled while I flicked through the content. "There's barely anything here," I growled, looking at them with a darkened glare. They did
Rose The air was punched from my lungs, Theo spreading me sinfully and perfectly. I could feel every vein and pulsing ridge he had to offer as he forced himself to seat deep inside of me. He kissed me hard, my claws digging into his back so much, I could smell his blood mixing with mine - but he didn't care. Theo anchored me, balanced between two jutting roots that stood nearly ten feet from the ground, but I'd never felt safer. I couldn't contain the moan that shattered through my throat, his hand gripping my thigh, spreading me just a bit wider - fucking me just a bit deeper. I didn't think when Xav and Dane had told me to bring Theo in for bed, they'd been setting me up - but I'm not sure I cared. "Fuck, princess-" Theo rasped, his lips moving to my ear as he thrust into me, my body bouncing in his arms, reckless, yet secured. "You're squeezing me so tight, I'll cum in you alot faster than I intend to." I panted, a small grin spreading at the rough enjoyment i
Theo My jaw ticked, my ears catching something faint in the distance. I didn't react, knowing our little mate would panic. I moved before she noticed, uncapping the syringe and jabbed Dane's thigh, returning beside Xavier. He rose a curious brow at me as I tossed the needle. It'll control his rut. I mindlinked to him. Xav smirked, amused. For how long? A few hours, hopefully. My eyes fell to their waists, seeing the erection press against Rose's stomach, frowning slightly. It should have already started to work... "Dane," I called softly, smirking at him as he dragged himself away from Rose to glare at me, her cheeks flushed and her chest heaving. "It's late," I noted, tilting my chin to the covered window of the lounge that overlooked the mountain. Dane scowled at me, his dark eyes burning with need, but finally, the sedative took hold and the green leeched through. Xav grinned at Rose, seeing her confused expression as she looked across us, sensing somethi