All Chapters of Once His Mate, Now His Rival: Chapter 181 - Chapter 190

Chapter One Hundred And Eighty One: Claimed On The Dance FloorDana’s breath caught as their eyes met from across the room.For a brief moment, the world faded away, and it was as though only the two of them existed.Dressed in a charcoal blazer over a fitted white tee, dark trousers, and sleek black boots, with a watch glinting at his wrist, Marcus looked devilishly handsome, every inch of him an alpha. His dark hair was cut short, his brown eyes burning with a quiet power that made lesser men tremble.Then he straightened, flashing her a small smile that sent a dangerous flutter straight to her core.Dana wasn't sure what would happen if she kept standing there staring at him, so she forced herself to look away and made her way toward the garden.Colored lights flickered over a crowded dance floor where wolves laughed, danced, and moved without restraint. To one side, a buffet stretched nearly empty already, while the bar on the other end stayed busy with clinking glasses and easy s

Chapter One Hundred And Eight Three: Trapped In His ArmsTime seemed to slip by faster than anyone could notice, and soon the party was winding down. The music had softened, leaving only murmurs and laughter echoing through the halls. Most of the elder wolves and children had gone home first, tired from the long evening. Those who were mated soon followed, pairing off with their partners and disappearing into the night. Even wolves from neighboring packs had left with she wolves from their own packs, leaving only a handful of guests behind, lingering like shadows under the fading lights. The space felt quieter now, intimate, almost eerily so, as if the excitement had drained from the room, leaving only the most daring or restless souls behind.Dana sat at the makeup bar, swirling the whiskey in her bottle as she surveyed the thinning crowd. Across the room, Marcus lounged in a far corner, speaking with Aaron and a woman from the Moon River Pack. She noticed him laughing at something t

Chapter One Hundred And Eighty Five: A Night To Remember (2)Dana tensed as his lips claimed hers in a sizzling, hot kiss, his tongue ravishing her insides, seeking for entrance. She moaned as all sense of logic left her, and before she could stop herself, she kissed him back just as fiercely, her fingers tangling in his hair, not bothering to hold back any longer.Marcus smiled against her mouth as she pushed back, meeting him with equal heat, wanting to take control. It thrilled him. She was the first woman who had ever tried to match him, to challenge him, instead of simply melting in his arms. As an Alpha, that turned him on more than he imagined.His hands moved over her body, his large palms cupping her breasts, squeezing gently before his thumbs brushed over her nipples. Dana moaned against his mouth as he teased and pinched, drawing another needy sound from her throat.Lost in the heat of the moment, her body started to move against him, her hips rolling as she pressed back ag

Chapter One Hundred And Eighty Seven: The One Seat Left Beside Him"Sorry," Dana said quickly, letting go of him and smoothing her top. "I didn't see the floorboard.""I figured as much," Marcus replied, his gaze locked onto her beautiful eyes. Her heart hammered under his stare, her core throbbing as memories of the previous night flooded her mind."If you two are done daydreaming, you can come join the table," Victor's voice rang out, pulling the two of them apart.Dana exhaled softly and walked toward the table, grateful for the interruption. The rich scent of slow roasted beef, spiced sausages, and garlic fried rice filled the room, making her stomach rumble. She glanced toward the kitchen and saw her mother just finishing up lunch."Good morning, Dad," she said as she reached the table and settled into a seat.Marcus took a chair opposite her, sending her a quick wink that made her pulse flutter."Morning, sweetheart," Victor replied warmly, pressing a soft kiss to her forehead s

Chapter One Hundred And Eighty Nine: Wrapped Around HimMarcus groaned as she stroked him slowly, it took everything in him not to come when she slipped her hand into his boxers and wrapped her fingers around his bare cock. Her eyes widened at his size. He could tell she was genuinely surprised, clearly not expecting him to be that big.“Do you have any idea what you’re saying, gorgeous? There’s no going back from this,” Marcus whispered, another groan leaving his lips as she brushed her thumb over his tip.Dana crashed her lips against his for three full seconds before pulling back, a seductive smile curving her mouth.“I know what it means, Marc,” she whispered, stroking him gently.Marcus smirked, biting back another groan. “Does this mean it’s a yes?”She nodded slowly, watching his smile deepen before he gripped her wrists, pulling her hands from his pants and crashing his lips against hers, kissing her hungrily.She wrapped her arms around his neck, returning the kiss just as fi