LOGINAt least Matthew seems genuinely curious about shifters.
HopeQadira and Malcolm had a great run last night. Both of them love to rough and tumble play and thankfully, Malcolm is one of the few wolves who can handle Qadira’s size and strength. It’s rare that Qadira can just be herself and not worry about hurting another wolf, but Malcolm is a strong Alpha wolf, and he gives just as much as he takes with her. It was good for both of them.Then Levi had taken us to an area that is in between the common areas for the three packs and the edge of the pack border where Safe Haven connects with Canyon Ridge. Out here, the only wolves we run into are patrols, which are easily avoided, and wolves doing what we were doing, which was reconnecting after so long apart.Levi took his time with me, just like he always does. But this time, when his canines extended, he scraped them over my marking spot, sending a wave of pleasure rushing through me.“Do you see how good we are together, Hope? Do you see how good our life could be? You and Qadira are perfect
LeviHope is finally coming home, hopefully for good.She waited until the last possible moment to come home, but I know that’s because Tanya continued to have nightmares. But, today is finally the day.She arrives at our apartment building late in the morning and as soon as she tells me that she’s here, I grab the flowers I bought for her and wait at the elevator.When it dings that it’s reached our floor, my heart starts pounding. It’s been a month since I’ve seen my mate. It’s been much, much too long.When the doors open, she steps out with her luggage and smiles.“Welcome home, beautiful,” I say, trading out her bags for the flowers I bought her.“You always pick the best flowers,” she says, closing her eyes and take a deep breath of their scent. Then she pulls them away and lean in to press her lips to mine.“Hi,” she whispers.“Hi. I’ve missed you,” I whisper back.I walk her to her apartment, knowing she needs to unpack and repack for this weekend. As soon as she opens the door
HopeBy morning, I knew there was no way that Tanya was going to be okay with me leaving her and going home. All night long she’d jolt awake, then begin crying. I held her, let her know she was safe, and let Qadira rumble her deep purr until she calmed down enough to fall back to sleep.In the morning, we were both exhausted, mentally and physically, but I knew she needed to get home, back to the safety of familiar surroundings.After ordering breakfast and saying good morning to her father who looks as exhausted as we do, I leave her with Levi and go find Alpha Liam. I let him know that Tanya needs me and I intend to stay with her for now.“Are you sure that’s what Tanya wants, Hope?”“Even is she doesn’t pay Holstin Enterprises, I need to stay with her, Alpha. She’s my friend and she needs me.”“You know Emerson’s Alpha ceremony is in a few weeks.”“Yes. I’ll make sure I come home for that,” I say, already wondering if Tanya will be mentally healthy enough for me to leave her by then
LeviAfter saying goodnight to the Guardians and Alphas as well as Tanya’s father, Hope, Tanya, and I make our way to their suite. This one isn’t as large as the one they stayed in last time, but I don’t care. Even if the couch is too small for me, which I’m sure it will be, this is twice I've come close to losing Hope. No matter how uncomfortable I am, Malcolm and I will be more comfortable knowing she's safe.I listen as the two women get ready for bed in the other room, with Tanya asking if she can sleep beside Hope. I know Tanya is scared and struggling with what happened in the last twenty-four hours, so I’m not surprised.Hope brings me a pillow and a blanket, then kisses me.“Thank you for being here and thank you for staying here tonight. I know I’ll rest easier with you here,” she says softly.“I’ll always be here if you need or want me, Hope. I hope you realize that.”She turns and looks at the closed door of the bedroom. “I’m going to talk to Alpha Liam. I know our contract
HopeWhen we knock, police officers answer the door, then immediately step aside to let us in.“Dad,” Tanya says.“Oh my God! Tanya!”He races to her, wrapping his arms around her. Mr. Russell may not be an outwardly affectionate man, but I’ve never doubted his love for his daughter. He’s basically given his life to helping her become the pop singer that she is today and being there to help manage her career, finances, and her life. He might be a little overbearing at times, but given what just happened, it seems warranted.He looks up and sees me and the others standing around.“You found her?”I nod.“Thank you. Thank you so much! Are you okay?” he asks Tanya, pulling away from their embrace to look at her face. “Are you hurt?”“No. Hope got there in time,” she says.He nods and I see tears burning in his eyes before he pulls her to him again, holding her tightly.When he opens his eyes again, they are burning with fury. “Who did this? Who did this to my little girl?” he asks, his ey
Hope“I knew you would come. He told me you were dead, but I knew you would come,” Tanya says. She’s sobbing as I break off her restraints.Levi pulls his shirt over his head and tosses it to me so I can put it on her.The moment she’s free, she latches on to me, her body shaking and jerking with the force of her sobs.“I’m here. I’m here, Tanya. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry I wasn’t there when you needed me.” I hold her and rub her back as she cries.“I’m just glad you’re alive and you got here before he could …”She pulls her face away from me and looks over my shoulder. “Is that …?”“Mr. Northway, yes. I called him, knowing he would help me track you. He was very angry to hear that you had been taken.”As we watch, I hear the stalker’s heartbeat begin to slow.“Come on, we should get you out of here.”“No! I want to see him die. He was going to … he …” she stops, pressing her hand against her lips as her body begins shaking again.“Here, put on Levi’s shirt,” I say quietly.She looks
LeviMy life is perfect. The only thing that would make it more perfect is if Hope would have agreed to let me mark her. But I know my mate. She never expected to be worthy of a mate, even if I knew she was.I carry her out into the water, partly because I want to feel how Qadira responds in the wat
LeviOh goddess she tastes even better than I thought she would. When I feel Hope give in to our kiss, I deepen it, needing to taste more of her, needing to possess her, needing to claim her. I want her to know that I want her, love her, and need her in my life.I have no idea how long the kiss last
LeviAfter leaving Hope in her new apartment, I drop my things in my apartment next door, then head upstairs to the official offices of Holstin Enterprises, Inc. Alpha Liam runs a company that helps support not only his pack, but also other packs and many lone wolves. The company has two separate de
HopeI can’t believe Levi just told this women I’m his girlfriend. And he kissed me in front of her and Alpha Liam! It’s one thing to kiss him in front of my family, but in front of a stranger? AND Alpha Liam? My cheeks are so hot, I’m surprised I don’t burst into flames.‘I think it’s sweet,’ Qadir







