Fuck, that was hot. I can still taste Crista on my tongue as I lead the way back to the third floor. ‘I don’t know why we stopped. She was willing. She wanted more. We could have at least gotten a blow job.’ Chesed grumbled. ‘No. Her first time will not be in a place like that, and I won’t have her kneel on that floor.’ I shook my head. Chesed rolled his eyes. “Are we not going back into your office?” Crista asked as we passed the door. “No, we are going home.” I explained, leading her to the elevators. “Um... Alpha.” Veronica tentatively called out as we passed her desk. I turned my head and narrowed my eyes at Veronica. I haven’t forgotten how she disrespected Crista earlier. And right now, she is impeding me from getting my mate home to find some release if luck is on my side. “Yes, Veronica?” I managed to keep the annoyance Chesed felt from seeping into my words. “There was a phone call for you. I took a message as you were not in your office and unreacha

I tried. I tried so damn hard to keep Chesed at bay. I was somewhat astounded that he didn’t come out when I was going down on her. He tried, but I managed to keep him in check. This may be a new record for the longest I have stayed in control that didn’t involve diapers.  But he’d had enough for Gianpaolo and Persephone’s childish crap and yanked me back with more force than I could counter him. Now I’m stuck watching things unfold from the backseat of my own mind. I don’t like it. Especially when Chesed is obviously annoying Crista. ‘Will you stop annoying her?’ I sighed. ‘No. She enjoys it.’ Chesed smirked. He just likes getting a rise out of her. And she always takes the bait. I really wish he was more kind to her. I want to remind him of the proverb that you catch more flies with honey than vinegar, but I know it would fall on deaf ears. I can’t blame her for not wanting him to drive. I hate how he drives. Even I get nauseous

‘Great. Look what you did. And you think I’m bad with our mate.’ Chesed scoffed, edging forward, wanting control as we watched Crista walk away. ‘I did nothing. Crista’s leaving at the knowledge and memory that you’ve fucked your way through many unmated and widowed she-wolves in our pack. And that some might hold a grudge against her simply because she’s our mate.’ I rolled my eyes. “Well, maybe if Jai hadn’t made that comment.’ Chesed growled, turning his annoyance at our housekeeper. ‘Stop it. Jai didn’t do it with ill intention. It’s better that Crista knows to be on guard around people. While many will be happy there will be a Luna, some of your lovers will be angry.’ I sighed. “I’m sorry, Alpha.” Jai bowed her head, baring her neck. “It’s fine, Jai. You didn’t do anything wrong or with ill intentions.” I waved a dismissive hand. “Does… Alpha Chesed, see it that way?” Jai cautiously questioned.  I sighed because, of course, she was s

Everyone rushed to finish their meals. I frowned as everyone just started to leave the dining room; dishes just left as they were. “Jai is still here, and she will clear the table and put away any leftovers.” Alec assured me, placing a warm hand on my shoulder. I was raised without a housekeeper, so it was up to my sisters and me to always clean up.  “It’s what she’s paid for. You won’t begrudge the woman her paycheck, will you?” Alec arched a brow at me. I sighed because he did make a point. I shouldn’t take work from another. And as if on cue, Jai walked in with a tray cart.  “If you’ve all finished with dinner, I’ll just get this cleaned up and head home. Unless you need anything else.” Jai bowed her head in greeting. “Thank you, Jai. That should be all for the day. Please be sure to set the alarms when you leave as we will be out.” Alec nodded, moving his hand from my shoulder to the small of my back. I closed my eyes, feeling a

I love my sisters. I do. I really do. But Persephone really needs to get her mouth under control. We aren’t back home. This isn’t our pack. ‘You might want to correct yourself. Cause this is OUR pack. Well, it will be officially ours when we complete the bond with Alec.’ Emilia commented. I rolled my eyes because I don’t need her commentary right now. Persephone was getting mouthy with the Beta heir and an older hospital staff member. I don’t know his position at the hospital, but I will assume he’s someone important. She can’t just be acting this way. I wanted to step in and stop her, but Alec suggested waiting. To my surprise, Delilah stepped between Persephone and Alexander and was able to get the situation under control. I was rather impressed. Actually, I was a little taken back. At that moment, Delilah’s calm, soft-spoken nature melded with a sense of authority that reminded me of our mother.  I felt my heart twinge as I thought about mom a