All Chapters of Bounty for the Lycan Princess ~Nichols~: Chapter 81 - Chapter 90

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Chapter~80~Making the best of it.

Harley~ Nick's care never fails to amaze me, perhaps because it's not repetitious. Only he would have moved all the things that brought me comfort from the apartment. His special touches, like candles and flowers, are a nice improvement. The room itself is an upgrade from the apartment's bedroom. Shiny, real hardwood floors and a big bay window seat make a dramatic entrance. Through the open bathroom door, the king-size bathtub had caught my eye the moment he'd sat us down. Images of Nick, me, and bubbles filling it have me nestling into his chest. His scent draws me in with an irresistible pull. "Thank you, Wolfman." I turn my head and kiss his pecs. "I can't take all the credit; Becky helped. We wanted you to feel at home." "Anywhere you are is home to me." One kiss leads to another. Nick ran his hands along my back, leaving my skin a burning trail from his touch. "I've been thinking about what Seth said, and I want to hold the press conference." Zeek rumbled in his chest as

Chapter~81~New beginnings.

Harley~ Once we're dry, Nick settled me on the bed and slid my nightgown over my head and stepped into his boxers. He had thought of everything. My stomach rumbled as he brought the tray of food over to me. There's way too much for me to eat by myself, so I handed him a fork and knife as well. "So what's she like?" Nick shoved a piece of steak into his mouth. "Who?" "Your aunt." My shoulders shrug as I scoop up a big bite of baked potato. "I never saw her. After the test, I was back in my bed." We finished everything on the plate, and Nick put the tray outside the door before returning to bed. He throws my butterfly comforter over us and presses himself close to my back. One arm goes under my head, and he rests the other on my hip with his hand on my belly. Etta heats my skin beneath his hand until he makes good with the circles. "She already has her daddy wrapped around her finger." Nick raised his head and kissed the side of my face. "Oh yeah, let me tell you about her m

Chapter~82~Out and about

Nick~ Given the pleasure this day started with, I should have known something was bound to happen to bring the pain. As the Mountainview gates opened, I stopped at the guardhouse, frowning, jaw tight, Zeek jolting me. The guard came out and stepped to the driver's door. "Is there a problem, sir?" "Damn right there's a problem." Harley squeezes my hand; I exhale sharply and rub my forehead. "Can't you do anything about them?" My hand points across the street, over the steering wheel, where three news vans line up on the sidewalk. "No, sir, so long as they aren't on Mountainview property." He tipped his head and went back inside his booth. Harley sat back and put her sunglasses back on. "Let's go!" "I'm not so sure that's such a good idea, Harley.""Why not? We just started living our lives. I'm not willing to put them on hold any longer. Nothing to see here; we are expecting parents going shopping, that's it. Let's go, Nick!"I've missed that fire. "Yes, ma'am."As we pulled out,

Chapter~83~Stranger things.

Harley~ What the hell is wrong with me?! My face is on fire as Nick exits the dressing room and eases the door shut. The next nine months are going to be rough if this is the best I can do at controlling my urges. At least he doesn't think I'm fat. A smile comes to my face as I attempt to shimmy back out of the tight material. The negligee is proving harder to get off than to get on. Panic filled me as my right leg locked up, causing me to lose my balance, and I stumbled backward. When my knees meet the chair, I flop down, thankful to be in one piece. It's possible I went too far; nothing new these days. Oh well, what can you do? Leaning over, I snatched the sundress from the hook on the wall and slid it back on. Nick got up when I opened the door. He crosses the floor and wraps his arm around my waist, pulling me into him. His scent causes the burning in my groin to return. "Are you done?" His lips touch the side of my face, and the burning turns into molten lava leaking fro

Chapter~84~What a wonderful day.

Nick~ It's a slow walk back to the car; Harley is doing her best to hide the pain she's in. I'm doing my best to manage her and the bags. After settling her in the front seat, I stuffed it all in the trunk and got into the driver's seat. Harley holds Etta's charm up for me to see. "It's beautiful." I turn over the engine and get the air blowing on her. "Better?" She nods. "Good, you need to eat." Harley takes a bite of the half-unwrapped cheeseburger I hand her. "Ummm, this is good." She accepts the fries that follow. "Thank you." I'm a sucker for a sloppy, chill cheese, and I take a big bite of the one in my hand. "Today was good." "It was, I'm sorry to be such a burden." "I never said that." "You didn't have to." She's got me growling at her this time instead of Zeek. I've got one more surprise in store for my Amante. One that will put to rest that ridiculous notion for good. Kyle and Becky helped me with the details, and if all goes well in a couple of hours, we will be M

Chapter~85~Great escapes.

Harley~ Becky led me back into the rabbit-hole-sized dressing room. Unfinished particleboard walls display pictures of all the brides before. The scars left by the flooding in this part of the chapel take away from their legacy. A fresh coat of paint would do wonders. She sets me in front of the antique vanity. Kylie and I make faces at each other in the ornate mirror attached to the wall in front of us. Becky opens a large cedar trunk on the floor, and a strong odor of mothballs fills the air. The treasures inside get Kylie's attention, and she watches with wide eyes as her mother goes through the various props. When Becky pulls out the golden, glass bead-encrusted crown, Kylie claps her hands. "So how does it feel to be Sadie, Sadie, married lady?" Becky hands the crown over to Kylie, along with a feather boa. Kylie takes her pretties and goes to work in the mirror. Becky and I smiled at the model in the making. "Amazing! For the first time in my life, there are no questions an

Chapter~86~Lake of fire.

Harley~ Nick is drawing circles on my hand with his thumb by the time we get on the highway. I'm left with no choice but to pull my hand away. It's another 20 minutes to the island, and I couldn't stand the itching and heat from the wig and ball cap a moment more! Also, the tight-ass bun gets removed; it's a relief to run my fingers through my hair. The window comes down; I throw the wig out and palm the breeze. Salty night air fills the car, and the relief blows crisp across my face. Mile marker 606 is our exit off the highway, and we follow the signs toward the national forest reserve. Soon, the wooden, routed mini-monument welcoming visitors to the park grounds came into view. We pull in, Nick puts the car in park, and kills the engine. "Harley, please don't shut me out. I can handle anything but that." He runs his knuckles across my cheek before exiting the car and coming around the front. I have no words. Instead, I wait for him to open the car door. He bends, I wrap my

Chapter~87~Night swimming.

Nick~ Harley and I walk with Lauren and Cass to the water's edge. The sky over the lake is a deep shade of purple with puffs of clouds here and there. Perfect beams dance on the waves from a bright yellow moon high in the veil. The Sauther mountains are now in full view; the black mounds stand bold against the plum sky bordering the lake. I've never seen anything like it! As far as you can see, the mountainside is lit with the soft glow of homes built on its ledges. Lauren stops us and looks down the line. "I would suggest removing your shoes." We all do. "Everyone ready?" We all nod, and the four of us go into the lakeside by side. Harley's voice is a whisper in my head, 'I love you, Nick.' She gripped my hand tighter. 'And I love you more, Harley.' Crystal-clear water coats our skin with a cool yet heavy embrace as it swallows us, while a strong whiff of wild honeysuckle wafts across the lake with the breeze. Harley takes a deep breath and tells me honeysuckle is her fa

Chapter~88~Times a wasting.

Harley~ Nick's fingers go still on my belly as he puts Etta's fire out and his own. His even breaths hitting the back of my neck have her mama heated instead. My hand trails his arm; his muscles flex. He wouldn't deny me if I turned over and woke him up. Piss on my parade, Rae, is back for sure. 'Harley, Donna will not cut you any slack because the princess is tired.' 'Did you know what was happening while you were absent?' 'Most of the time I'd say, " What's on your mind?' 'The sexual aggression toward Nick has me concerned.' 'Are you referring to the she beast?' 'You know about her?!' 'Harley, we are her in part; however, without me it seems she has run amok. Still, you need to get a hold of yourself. The barred teeth and claw look isn't for you.' 'Hilarious, Rae, trust me, I'm a believer.' 'Goodnight, Harley, do us both a favor and get some rest.' The clock reveals that it's going on two with a sigh; I close my eyes. There's a storm coming, and my ears pick up

Chapter~89~Running with the devil.

Harley~ Nick wiped his mouth with the cloth napkin, put it on his plate, and pushed away from the table. The screech of his chair across the Calacatta marble floor sounds like my taps. A lump the size of a grapefruit formed in my throat. My face flushed, and my heart raced as I accepted his hand. He helped me up and pulled me close. Right now, a mad dash to the bathroom would be welcome. No such luck, I sigh and give in to my fate. 'Are you ready, Rae?' 'I'm not 100% yet either, Harley, so don't pick no fights but I will do my best.' This house is the gift that keeps on giving; just when you think you have seen it all, another amazing space is revealed. Sofie leads us to the sunroom that faces the Linnae, the backyard, and the bordering mountains. Sky-blue walls soak up the high afternoon sun, giving the impression of floating on the clouds. Beautiful, leafy potted plants sat atop four pedestals in the corners of the glass front. Thick, soft, multicolored drapes hung like

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