All Chapters of Love is Hell; Mate is Heaven: Chapter 281 - Chapter 290

Mabel's POV"Where is the thing you bought for me?"I giggled as Zane dumped the shopping bags on the floor and started peeking inside like a kid looking for candy. I pushed him to sit on the sofa. "Wait a minute. Let me find it."My stomach tightened. I didn't want him to see all the lingerie I had bought. That would ruin the surprise.He bounced on the cushions. "What did you get? Is it a secret?"Zane was never calm. He was always one hundred percent, no matter the emotion. Happy, angry, or playful, he went all out. Right now, his energy was maxed on impatient. I hoped he would like the coffee mug I had picked. The girls suggested a necktie or clothes, but I didn't know if he'd wear those. The mug came with a pen, a matching set.I dug through the bags, each one stuffed with colorful tissue paper. Had I really bought this much stuff? The mug was a plain white ceramic with a silver wolf outline. When you poured hot coffee inside, the mug would turn black and a silver wolf would appe

Vivian’s POV“Vivian, should we head for the towels first?” Tanisha asked. The beach was a blur of bright colors, crowded with people, but an empty space in the middle stood out. It was bordered by the lake, flat, and marked with “VIP” signs. Omegas moved through the crowd, carrying food and drinks. I mind-linked them as they approached the beach, ensuring everything was ready. Warriors in swim trunks blended in, a protective wall for our group. A crazed fan could ruin the mood, even with Alphas and high-ranking wolves around.Picnic tables and massive umbrellas were set up for lunch. The Omegas were tasked with keeping the chilled drinks flowing and cleaning up after we finished. A camper van nearby held all their supplies. The crowd was a problem at first; some people felt wronged for having to move from the best spot on the lake. I had to send a group of warriors to calm things down. The crowd only backed off when they heard the Alpha and his guests were coming. The news spread like

Mabel’s POV“You got to try this.” Zane said.I had a mouthful of pastry, but his voice was too close to ignore. I shook my head and pointed to my full cheeks. He just smiled, a sneaky devil. Without waiting for an answer, he stuffed another bite into my mouth, this time with spinach and feta cheese. I glared, but it was useless. He just rubbed my shoulder gently and adjusted his seat so I was tucked even closer to his side. We were at the beach, surrounded by people, but all I could focus on was his warm hand on my back.Adrian and Tatiana sat at the table next to ours. Adrian was a mess of quiet concentration, leaning forward to offer Tatiana a piece of fruit. She just stared at him, a tiny smile playing on her lips. When he set the fruit on her plate, his fingers brushed hers, and she pulled her hand back quickly. It was a game. He’d push, she’d resist. He'd offer a drink, she'd give him a look that made him pull back, and then s

Colton’s POV“Will you join me here?” I patted the spot next to me on the sofa.Jamal was a statue in the bathroom doorway. His hair was wet and messed up. I thought I heard water running. Did he splash his face or dunk his head in the sink? He looked at me, his dark eyes intense, and his shorts were stretched tight across his thighs. I was close enough to see the bulge there. I swallowed hard and pressed my legs together. He was so handsome. I wanted to touch him. I wanted to know what his muscles felt like under that fabric.I came to the packhouse on a whim, on a trip to train with Trevon, and now I was here with my mate. It felt like a dream.“We need to talk.” He ripped his hands out of his pockets and came to sit beside me. He moved so stiffly. It was like he was a robot.“Okay.” I reached for his hand. The moment my fingers brushed his, the sparks were back. I grabbed his hand and held on, my thumb str

Colton's POV"You are mine, Jamal."I said the words before I could stop myself. The moment the thought hit my brain, it slipped right out of my mouth. A rumor had circulated that the Midnight Guardians were waiting for their mates. It turns out that means they don't even kiss anyone else. I had a few boyfriends. It wasn’t a long list, but it wasn't zero. The thought made my stomach twist with a fresh wave of panic. Did that matter to him? What if he thought less of me?I saw the flush creep up his neck to his cheeks. His eyes were wide. The man I stood in front of was handsome and powerful, but right now he looked like a kid caught with his hand in the cookie jar. He hadn't moved. My heart ached for him. I moved a step closer, slowly. He sat frozen on the couch."Relax, Jamal," I whispered. I leaned in, my breath touching his lips. "We are mates. Nothing you do with me can be wrong."His body was stiff. I kissed his mouth, a soft peck. His l