All Chapters of TOUCH NOT HIS PLUMP MATE: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

VELORA“How is this possible?” I blink rapidly, still trying to catch my breath. “You're not supposed to awaken yet… I mean, I didn’t even know I had a wolf.” The words tumble out unevenly as I struggle to make sense of everything that had happenedKira chuckles inside my head, a soft, bright sound that feels surprisingly playful.“Wait. Wolves can laugh?”All my life, I've assumed wolves were these serious, mysterious creatures that only existed to make us stronger. I never imagined mine could actually sound... human.*What, did you think we just sit around growling and looking mysterious all day?I let out a small laugh despite myself. “Are you always this cheerful?” *Only when my human looks like she’s about to pass out in a dressing room. You’re welcome, by the way.*I shake my head, trying to catch my breath. “How come I can hear you now? Does this mean I have a mate now?”I frown when she doesn’t answer right away. “Kira? Say something.”She laughs again. This time, the sound e

VELORAThe back door leading into the house has been abandoned since I was eight. That was the day I took a bold step and sneaked out just to run after Eryx and his father. I had stolen a flower from Rose’s courtyard because I wanted to give it to him. I wanted to thank him for saving me from those bullies. I wanted him to know I had never forgotten what he did for me.I never got the chance.Before I could even catch a glimpse of them leaving, Rose found me. She locked me in the basement for the entire night while Aveline made sure I understood exactly who was responsible. That was the night I learned how cruel she could be. After that, I never dared defy her again.So when Louisa told me Aveline had instructed me to use the back door when I returned, I didn’t ask why. I simply nodded and obeyed, even though she knew how much the darkness still reminded me of everything I had tried so hard to forget. I climb the long flight of stairs, each step making my legs shake harder.“Almost th

VELORAThe second my eyes land on Eryx, I wonder if my mind is playing tricks on me. It doesn't make any sense. Eryx Nightbane is inside my room. And somehow, I'm curled up beside him in my bed.“Eryx?” His name leaves my lips quietly, almost as if saying it aloud will make him disappear.He doesn't answer immediately. For some reason, that scares me. A tiny part of me wonders if he's about to push me away, and I don't know why the thought makes my chest tighten.“How are you feeling now?” he asks calmly.I blink.I've definitely lost my mind. Eryx couldn't possibly be here. Not when he was supposed to be with Aveline. Something isn't right. Before I can think any further, I push myself up on my elbow and move away from him, despite the strange warmth still lingering around my body whenever I'm close to him.“Velora…” He reaches for me, but I don't stop until I'm at the edge of the bed.“You're…”The cold breeze from the open window suddenly hits my skin. I freeze. Then I remember exa

ERYXAfter dinner, I head to my room and take a shower. I change into gray sweatpants and pair them with a sleeveless jersey top. Vesper loves saying I wear these just to show off my abs and perfect muscles. I've heard it so many times that I don't even bother reacting anymore. I hardly wear anything complicated. I like keeping things simple and comfortable.I settle behind my study desk and turn on my laptop. The screen illuminates my face. Then it happens again. Velora's face flashes through my mind. I stare at the screen, but the words in front of me barely register. I can't concentrate. All I can think about is her. Her scent. Her eyes. The way she looked at me. The memory of her scent still sits in the back of my throat. I want to go back. The pull is constant, restless, and it’s starting to fray every edge of my control.The chair scrapes against the tile as I abruptly stand. Maybe I made a mistake. Maybe I shouldn't have held back. Maybe I should have claimed her when she was b

ERYXThe second Vesper sees me, he stands to his feet and gives me a small, mocking bow.“Glad to have you here, Future Alpha Eryx.” He straightens, a cocky grin spreading across his face.I slide both hands into my pockets. “We need to talk, Vesper.”He scoffs. “Care for champagne?”I don't answer. He turns toward the girls behind him. “I'll be back.”He walks over to me and leads me toward a quieter part of the house. The music dulls behind us, but I can still hear it pulsing through the walls. He stops abruptly and turns to face me. His expression is more serious now.“Tell me you didn't come here to ruin the night.”“Give me what I want, and I won’t.”His brows pull together. “Wait…” His eyes narrow. “Is this about Velora Mayes? That girl?”“She’s not that girl.” My voice stays flat, precise. “She's my mate.”The words settle between us with more weight than I intended. Saying it out loud only sharpens the restless pull under my skin. She is mine. And right now someone is standing