All Chapters of Carrying the Alpha’s Child: Her Wolf Awakens : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

IVY’S POVI woke up with my skin itching and a hotness in my body that made me uncomfortable.My chest felt squeezed tight, my breath rough against my throat. I kicked off the heavy silk duvet, but the air in the room felt thick and suffocating. My fingers twitched, itching for something I couldn't put a name to, pulling at the threads of my nightgown just to give my hands something to do.Unable to lie still, I reached for the button beside the bed and pressed it twice, alerting the maid."I need a bath," I rasped the moment the maids entered, my voice tight and raw. "Make it cool. Please."They moved without a word. Water splashed against marble in the adjacent room, sending up plumes of steam laced with crushed lavender and dried chamomile.When I stepped into the deep porcelain tub, the cool water bit into my heated skin, sending a long shudder down my spine. I sank down until the water lapped at my chin. My shoulders dropped an inch, and my racing pulse slowed slightly, but deep

IVY’S POVA gentle knock at my door woke me up from a surprisingly deep sleep.The maid bowed softly as I sat up, informing me that breakfast was ready. Usually, a tray was brought straight to my bedside, but today she gestured for me to follow her downstairs.When I stepped into the dining room, my feet paused against the cold marble floor.The dining hall was magnificent, illuminated by a towering crystal chandelier that cast warm light over a massive, polished mahogany table. But what made my breath hitch wasn't the décor, it was the two people sitting there. Prince Leo sat at the far end, his broad shoulders filling out a dark tailored suit, while Doctor Rachel sat off to the side.The maid guided me to the head of the table directly opposite Leo, placing me a safe distance away from him. Doctor Rachel offered a quiet, reassuring smile from her seat right beside mine."Good morning, Ivy," Leo said, his deep baritone voice rumbling through the quiet room. "How are you feeling today

IVY’S POVMy hips slammed back against the cool silk sheets as his heavy body pressed down over mine. Strong, calloused hands gripped my waist, pinning me effortlessly into the mattress. His breath was hot against my neck, smelling of rain and bitter oak, his lips tracing my neck.“You’re already this wet, do you miss my cock so much? He teased tracing my breast with his finger.He started rubbing my nipples, squeezing them, sucking them and I squirmed hungry for more.“Mine,” he growled against my skin, the deep, rumbling command vibrating straight through my ribs.He pulled my face toward his, taking my lips in a hot intense kiss.I arched up to meet him, my fingers tangling in his thick hair, dragging him closer as a desperate moan tore from my throat. I felt two of his fingers slide inside my vagina, moving them in and out and I sighed in pleasure.I wanted more... I needed something bigger, his fingers were not enough.I look up and our eyes meet, still moving his fingers he beg

LEO’S POV"The eastern border guards stopped another hidden shipment of Blood Rage near the river, Your Highness," Sam said over the phone, his voice rough and tired. "The potion was hidden deep inside large sacks of grain. Whoever is making this stuff is getting bolder."I leaned against my heavy wooden desk in the study, a dark frown settling on my face. "Hold the driver in a secret cell and question him quietly. Do not let anyone—"A frantic knock at my door cut me off.I held up a hand toward the phone. "Hold on, Sam." I raised my voice. "Come in."Lucy, Ivy’s personal maid, burst into the room. Her face was pale, her hands were shaking, and her eyes were wide with panic. "Your Highness! It’s Lady Ivy... she’s having a terrible nightmare! She’s thrashing in her sleep and crying out, but every time I try to step close to her bed, her breathing gets worse!"My heart slammed against my ribs. Without saying another word, I tossed my phone onto the desk and sprinted out of the study. M

IVY’S POVI couldn’t believe I was doing this. After my conversation with Doctor Rachel, it took me two days to gather the courage to do this. She would be visiting tomorrow, so I had to make a move. I stood up and left my room, heading for his office upstairs.It’s now or never. What’s the worst that can happen? I thought.Standing outside the dark wooden door of his study, I took a long, deep breath and closed my eyes, trying to quiet the wild fluttering in my chest. When I opened them again, I forced myself to feel a surge of pure determination. I was tired of being afraid. Doctor Rachel was right, if I was ever going to stand beside him, I needed to take the first step.I raised my hand, knocked softly, and pushed the heavy door open.The moment I stepped into his office, I was hit with the thick, rich scent of his pheromones. It filled my nose, so sweet and intoxicating that my mouth instantly watered. My heart skipped a beat, but for the first time, my body didn't freeze up in t