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2025-04-20 04:56:51Rosemary
After what felt like hours of making out, our lips finally parted, both of us panting, trying to catch our breath. I could feel the lingering heat between us, and I glanced at his swollen lips, knowing mine must look the same. Somehow, we’d moved from the office to his bedroom at some point. We were still fully clothed, sitting on the edge of his bed, but everything about the moment felt charged with something more.
Ethan stood up, walking across the room to grab something to drink. I took the time to take in my surroundings, realizing just how massive his space was. It wasn’t just a bedroom - it was like a whole apartment. A small kitchen area near the living room space led to his bedroom, which was centered around a king-size bed that seemed to dominate the room. Two doors, one was probably leading to a walk-in closet, the other to an en-suite bathroom, mirrored the layout of my own room but on a much grander scale. Everything here was bigger, more luxurious, as if it were meant to befit an Alpha.
He returned with two glasses of water, handing one to me before setting the other down on the nightstand beside the bed. I took a sip, trying to calm the fluttering in my chest, the unspoken tension between us thickening as he sat down again. His movements were careful, as if he was trying to steady himself for whatever came next.
“I think we really need to talk,” he said, his voice uncharacteristically hesitant. “There’s something I need to tell you. About you, about us.”
My heart skipped a beat. There was a weight to his words, something that made my pulse quicken. I nodded slowly, signaling for him to continue.
“You met Dylan today,” he began, his eyes searching mine for a reaction. “You know he’s Grace’s mate, right? She must have mentioned it to you.” I nodded again, still unsure of where this was going. “I do not know how much you’ve learned about the mate bond, so I will explain. In our world, our moon goddess determines who your mate is when your soul is born. Every werewolf has a designated mate - a soulmate, if you will. It’s the same bond that connects Grace and Dylan. The same bond that tied my parents together. And… the same bond that tied your parents together.”
I blinked, his words slowly sinking in. My parents? I hadn’t expected him to bring them up. He paused, his chest rising and falling as if he was trying to steady himself. “Your parents were known for their strong mate bond. They were inseparable. Their love for each other was legendary in our world.”
He hesitated again, his eyes flickering with something deeper, something raw. Then he took a breath, the next words coming out in a rush. “You and I are mates, Rosemary. We’re destined to be together.”
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EthanI watched her eyes widen, the shock flickering across her face like a lightning bolt. She blinked a few times, clearly overwhelmed, and I could practically feel her mind racing, trying to process what I had just told her.“I know this is a lot,” I continued, my voice softening. “You didn’t even know about my existence, or this world’s existence, a few days ago. But it’s the truth, Rosemary. You and I… we’re destined to be together. It’s what the moon goddess has decided for us. I know you’re still human, at least for now, but I can feel it - you can sense the bond too.”Her breathing started to quicken, and I could smell the faint hint of panic rising in her scent. She was trying to hold it together, but I could see the weight of everything crashing down on her. Without thinking, I moved closer and wrapped my arms around her, pulling her into a tight embrace. She didn’t resist, but instead, she buried her face in the crook of my neck, her body trembling slightly.At first, she w
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EthanBy the time we got out of the shower and dressed, the morning training session had already passed. I sighed, mind-linking the high-ranking members of the pack, instructing them to meet in my office in 15 minutes.Turning to her, I could see the uncertainty still lingering in her eyes. “Rosemary,” I began, “I know we need to talk more about everything that’s happening between us, but we’ll take it slow - baby steps, okay? First, we’re meeting with the high ranks to discuss Andromeda. After that, you and I will have time to talk about us.”“Don’t call me Rosemary,” she whispered, so softly I almost missed it.I paused, searching her face for a clue to what she needed. “Is Rose okay with you?” I asked gently.For a second, I could feel so many emotions radiating from her. I wondered if I’d said something wrong, but then she nodded, a soft “Yes” slipping from her lips.I smiled reassuringly, squeezing her hand lightly before leading her to my office.Once inside, I took my usual sea
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Unknown I’ve been waiting in these woods for over three hours, hidden among the shadows, my patience wearing thin but my focus unshaken. The damp earth clings to my skin as I crouch low, eyes scanning the landscape, ears attuned to every sound. The forest hummed with life - the rustling of leaves, the steady trickle of water from a nearby fountain, the soft thrum of deer moving through the grass. But none of those sounds matter. I’m waiting for one thing.You better bring me his heart, her voice snaps into my mind, sharp and cold as ever.Yes, my queen, I respond quickly, shutting down the connection before her voice can worm its way deeper into my thoughts. I can’t afford to lose focus now, not with my target so close.I inhale deeply, letting the crisp air fill my lungs, calming the rising tension in my body. And then I hear it - the distant howl of a wolf, deep and guttural, echoing through the trees. My lips curl into a smile.Finally.She sent me here to retrieve a werewolf’s he
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GraceI gently untangle myself from Dylan, trying to slip out of bed, but his strong arms pull me back. He kisses my forehead softly, and I already know what it means before he speaks.“When are you leaving?” I asked, even though I didn’t want to hear the answer.“In an hour,” he sighed, the weight of it in his voice. “I’m sorry, darling. Ethan sent me on another mission.”I let out a frustrated breath. “I need to give Ethan a piece of my mind for always sending my husband away.”“Grace,” Dylan said, his tone gentle but firm, “he’s the Alpha. And our future Luna is in danger. We have to help, and you know it.”“I know,” I said, my voice quieter now. “I just… I miss you so much when you’re gone.”Dylan pulls me closer, his arms enveloping me in a warmth I don’t want to lose. He kisses me deeply, and for a moment, I can pretend like he’s not about to leave again. But reality comes back too quickly. After what feels like both an eternity and not enough time, we pull apart, and the moment
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EthanI hesitate just outside the door, hearing faint music pouring out from inside. For a second, I think about turning back, about leaving things the way they’ve been. But deep down, I know nothing will change if I don’t make the first move. If I don’t take the risk now, this distance between us will keep growing, and I can’t let that happen. Not anymore.I knock a few times, and after a brief pause, I hear a soft “come in.”When I step inside, I’m struck by how different the room looks compared to the last time I saw it. The once-cluttered space has been transformed. The boxes are gone, replaced by fabric draped across the floor. Canvases of all sizes line the walls, some unfinished, some barely started. In the middle of the room is Rose, standing amid a dozen half-finished paintings. She looks startled by my presence, her eyes wide, caught between focus and surprise.“Hey, Ethan,” she said, wiping her hands on her jeans. “What are you doing here? Am I interrupting in here?”“No, o
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