“Can I take on a proper date tomorrow and do this the right way, the way you deserved it all along?” The sweetness in his voice is addicting, and I eagerly agree.
“I would like that very much, Jason.”
“Great, I will pick you up at 8, be ready for an epic day.”
“You mean night?” I thought he meant 8 in the evening, like he would take me out for dinner, something, no. My mate is really trying to make up for lost time.
“Nope” He says, popping the 'p' in the most delicious way. “I meant 8 in the morning. Where are you staying, by the way?”
“Uhm, Blood Moon pack house. Luke was kind enough to offer us some guest rooms there.” I say almost in whisper, but nevertheless, Jason heard me loud and clear, and as expected, he is not thrilled about this. Surprisingly though, he keeps all comments to himself, and I appreciate it. I can see he's doing everything he can to keep me happy.
“I will call Alpha Luke and ask for permission to visit Blood Moon territory. That way I can pick you up for our date.” Yup, this is definitely the new and improved version of my mate. Looks like my second chance mate is none other than Jason 2.0.
50 - Morning
Samantha
I wake up groaning at the annoying sound of my alarm. This time I really need to wake up and get myself out of the comfy bed. Squinting to read the time on my phone's way too bright screen, I see that it's almost 6 in the morning. It should be illegal to wake up before 8, I'm just saying.
I set my alarm this early because I want to quickly pay a visit to Jen and see my cute godson. They were discharged from the hospital yesterday, and since got to l spend their first night at home with the baby, I'm certain both Jen and Ryan will be up at this time.
I make an effort to drag myself to the bathroom and take a shower, mentally cursing Jason for planning a date that starts at 8 am, and cursing myself even more for agreeing to it. Who in their right mind would go on a date that early in the morning?
As the warm water runs over my body, and I start waking up and feeling more like a living person, it starts to sink in that I'm about to see my mate again. I'm getting more and more excited to see Jason, to get the chance to touch him and to have his scent intoxicating my senses in the best way possible.
Washing away the foam from the strawberry scented shower gel, I start to think, or more like imagine, how would it feel like if Jason was in this shower with me. My mind runs back to the amazing night that we made love. I can still remember the feeling of his hands roaming all over my naked body, leaving trails of pleasure where our skin touched. Noticing that I was getting way too turned on, I decide it's safe to decrease the water temperature a bit. A finish my shower and blow dry my hair, leaving it to fall freely over my back.
In an attempt to make myself more appealing, I go to the only make-up I know to do. I finish applying the eyeliner and compliment it with a rose nude lipstick because my date in early in the morning and I would hate to look overdone. So in the spirit of not looking like I tried too much, I choose to wear some light blue skinny jeans, a simple white top and my trusted leather jacket. Luckily this outfit pairs well with my army boots, that way I can return Jennifer's pumps when I go to see her.
Satisfied with how I look, I glance at my phone and see that it's 7. I curse myself for taking so long to get ready and rush out of the room, power walking until I reach Ryan and Jen's house.
As expected, the new parents were wide awake, still adjusting to the little guy that will run the house from now on. They are both exhausted, and it's only been one night, still, as Jennifer said to me in between yawn, it's all worth it when you see that cute little baby face. Staring at the sleeping angel that is my godson, I can't keep my mind from wondering if I could be in Jen's shoes one day, if I will have a baby of my own. I know I'm not even 20 yet, so I'm still a teen, but I think I would like to be a mom. Would Jason like a family of our own, with mini me and mini him running around us?
I kiss the little sleeping bundle and I leave to go back to Blood Moon pack house and meet my mate.
I start feeling goose bumps all over my skin despite not being cold, and as soon as I catch a whiff of my favourite scent, Jason comes to my side and greets me.
“Good morning.”
“Hi, morning.” I reply trying to contain both my wolf and myself from jumping into his arms. I can't do anything about the blush that surely colours my cheeks, though.
“You look beautiful.” Jason compliments me and I smile feeling the tip of my ears burn. He also looks handsome. His beard is trimmed and is now more of a sexy afternoon stubble. I also notice he got a new haircut and started to make an effort regarding his clothes again. He looks hot!
“Ready for our date?” He asks when sees that I have no intention on saying anything on my own. I was too busy ogling him.
“As ready as I'll ever be. Where exactly are we going?” I am trying to act casual, but sense that I might not be doing such a great job.
Jason gently motions for me to start walking, and I see his car parked close. “First we'll have breakfast.”
Realising I haven't eaten yet, I get excited. “Yay, food. I like this date already.”
I cannot explain the pure look of happiness that blossomed on my mate's face as he heard I was excited about breakfast. It make me chuckle because I was happy to eat, it had nothing to do with him. My excitement for spending time with him is currently kept to myself. I might let him catch a glimpse seeing as he does the same.
We got to a diner that I knew too well. It's on Crescent Moon's territory and everyone will see Jason and I together. I admit I didn't think about where he would take me and who might see us. Is he really going to show me off, not caring that everyone will find out we are fated mates? My heart swells at the thought that Jason is not embarrassed by me
Not anymore, at least.
As we made our way inside, the place was buzzing with people. It's almost 9 with means we came during the morning rush. I didn't feel like explaining my disappearance or my return to anyone, so I decide to ask Jason to go and order at the till. He happily accepts and gives me a knowing look when I ask him to order me the breakfast special.
It's hard not to follow Jason with my gaze as he approaches the till. The way his muscles flex as he walks are hypnotising. As Tyler would say, and I'm sure he will say this sooner or later, that man has an ass you could bounce a quarter on.
I didn't recognise her at first, mainly because I would have never expected her work here, or to work, period, but behind the till stands none other than our high school's queen bitch, Rianna. I may or may not decided to use my wolf hearing and listen in to what they are saying.
“Hey Jason, It's nice to see you out and about. You make me wish I didn't have to work for the next 2 hours.” She pouts, clearly fishing for an invitation from Jason to join him.
“And you make me uncomfortable.” He blatantly grunts at her, visibly annoyed.
My grin widens, spreading from ear to ear. That's my mate!
Jason catches me looking at them and playfully winks at me, as I try my best to make it seem like I am scanning the menu. I failed. Miserably.
Next I watch Jason get the attention of another server, an old guy that looks like the average grandpa, and I can tell he had more success placing our order with him. I just hope Rianna won't intercept our food and season it with her spit. I do not care to get an STD from contaminated breakfast, if you know what I mean.
“How this that happen?” Just as Jason returns to our table and sits down, I point towards Rianna, curiosity getting the better of me.
“A lot of things have changed since you left.” Jason's reply holds a hint of sadness and regret, but also a lot of promise.
Once our food arrives, brought my the older server, I briefly scan for any trace of it being tampered with. A loud rumble comes from my stomach, causing Jason to chuckle, nearly choking on his coffee, and myself to throw caution out the window and just dig in my food
So far nobody seemed to notice me, or if they did, they didn't say anything. I'm sure Rianna will inform all Crescent Moon about my presence here at the diner, with Jason, but I can't be bothered to care about that now. Sooner or later they will all know the reason, and they will have to accept it. I'm not sure about the logistics of a potential relationship between Jason and I, but I do know that we will have to figure something out if we are really doing this mate thing.
With our bellies now full, Jason and I make our way back to his car. He's been the perfect gentleman so far, opening the door for me or pulling my chair. I didn't even notice we were holding hands until he let go, to open the passenger door and I got in. The lack of sparks left my hand feeling cold and itching for his touch. Jason gets in the car and, after putting the car in gear, his hand finds mine again, and our fingers intertwine releasing the soothing explosion of sparks.
“So, where to next?” I ask excited.
Jason briefly looks at me before turning his attention back on the road “Where it all began.”
51 - Kissed
Jason
It dawns to me that I might have been a bit too cryptic, or might have sounded like an evil mastermind, when I told Sam where we're headed next. I noticed her posture stiffening a bit, and her hand trying to slide out of mine, even if she didn't say anything. I grab her hand keeping it my own, and find a spot where I could pull over. The last thing I want to do is scare her and fuck this up again.
“Why are we stopping? She asks weary of me and my unpredictable actions. It's heart-warming how, after everything, she still puts her trust in me like that. I'm really getting a second chance from her and I intend to fully make good use of it.
“I think that came out wrong earlier. I just want to take to the clearing where you went after the ranking ceremony. I saw you there that night, and well.. Luder sensed you might be my mate. Honestly, I was scared and confused, and not to mention an arrogant, idiot, bastard, so I didn't stick around to see if that was true. I left you there all alone because it was nearly my birthday and I was scared to find out that you were actually my mate. I was an idiot and blew this from the very start, Sam. So, for me, that's where it all began, that clearing deep in the woods. I was hoping we can properly start over, and what better place to have our first date?” I started by looking into her eyes while explaining things, but midway I got too ashamed of my past actions to hold her gaze. I'm still too ashamed to look my mate in the eyes now.
“Jason, look at me.” She whispers softly while putting her free hand on top of mine in a way that she now holds my left hand in hers.
I take a deep breath and look at her beautiful face. I need to blink a few times to make sure what I'm seeing is real. Samantha is smiling. A big, beautiful, genuine and kind smile, so bright that it lifts my mood and completely melts my heart.
“Thank you.” She says again and I can't help but furrow my eyebrows a bit. “Thank you for truly feeling remorseful about everything and for planning a memorable first date. I thought I saw you that night, and I am sorry that you had to feel so conflicted. I would never hold you responsible for that, you were dealt a shitty hand, just as I was.” She continues and smiles sheepishly.
I can't fight the urge to hug Samantha any longer, so I just unbuckle my seatbelt in a swift motion and lean in, giving Sam a big hug. Goddess, how I needed this! She seems a bit taken by surprise, but soon relaxes, hugging me back just as fiercely. “But you still have a lot to make up for the stunt you pulled after we mated.” Sam whispers with her head buried in my chest, hiding her face from me, and I chuckle sensing the playfulness in her tone. I kiss the top of her head and pull apart, cupping her face and looking deep into her eyes to make a promise. “I fully intend to!”
The cute blush on Sam's face makes the love swirl around in my heart. I know I'm not the only one remembering that night when we mated, and I can't wait to do that again, taste every inch of her perfect body and worship her like the Goddess that she is.
With both of us smiling, and being content that my mate is feeling safe with me, I buckle my seatbelt and get back on the road. I drive as far as the road would go, but soon I will need to stop and leave the car, so we can continue our journey on foot. The place is quite far off the main road, and after we leave the car we still have to walk for at least one hour through the dense woods. Luder has been pestering me to let him run with his mate, and this might just be the perfect chance to do that. They can have their own sort of date, if you like.
“I think this is as far as we can go by car. Are you ok if we walk... or?” I'm still trying to find a way to suggest letting our wolves out for a run. I don't want it to be too much at once. Suffice to say, I'm not very good at the touchy feely stuff, but I am trying.
“Uhm.. my wolf, she's... Well, she's been begging me to let her run with her mate. Do you think we can do that now? I mean, it is quite a long walk to the clearing, if I remember correctly.” She asks me shily and I just smile at her, unable to speak for a moment. Just when she was about to think I was going to say no, I snapped out of my daze and agreed.
“Actually, I was trying to find the best way to ask you the same thing. Luder has been driving me crazy since I saw you yesterday.”
We each strip hiding on opposite sides of the car and shift. I tie my trousers and my shirt around one of my front legs and wait for Sam to do the same. Once I see her beautiful wolf in front of me, we both nod, allowing our wolves to take full control.
Luder and Ming ran through the dense wood, chasing each other and play fighting like pups. I sat back, enjoying how my wolf was bonding with his mate. Oh, and what a beautiful and amazing wolf Ming is. Her fur is brown like the most delicious milk chocolate one has ever tasted. Being an Alpha, she is big, but not as big as Luder, she has more grace and is leaner, resembling a stealth feline. I am in awe at how amazing my mate is, as a whole, and curse myself at how stupid I have been in the past. I shudder at the thought that I could have wasted this precious gift from the Moon Goddess. That's how I see Sam, as a precious gift.
After Luder and Ming gave us back control, Sam and I both shifted and put our clothes on. We reached the clearing and are now sitting on the grass, enjoying the silence and enjoying our bond.
“Your wolf is beautiful!” Sam whispers, her head resting in my lap as I gently stroke her hair. “He has the same blue eyes, that's unusual.” She continues and I just hum in response. “He is also very big, and strong and powerful.” My cheeky mate continues in a daring way, and I know what she's doing. She's teasing me, playing with me and my body already responds to that. I almost feel the need to adjust myself, sensing a powerful erection forming painfully in my trousers, but I don't want Sam to move. I only groan a little, trying to be as subtle as I can in adjusting myself, earning a flirty chuckle from her.
“And how about me? Or is it just my wolf that is big, strong and powerful?”
“Oh, you are just as big, no questions about that.” She replies while moving her head a little, just enough to tease my shaft with her brushing against it.
“You little tease!” I accuse her as I let a growl escape my chest. She just giggles playfully in return. I guess I deserve it, and most definitely am enjoying it.
I could spend an eternity like this, holding Sam in my arms, in a comfortable silence, but our situation is complicated. Even with us accepting each other and trying to make it work, I don't know what to do about our packs. It's all fun and games until reality will set in and we need to decide what to do and how to divide ourselves. We are two alphas, each has their own pack. I might be up to doing whatever to repent myself for how I fucked up with Sam the first time, but I'm not going to be a Luna.
As if reading my thoughts, Sam lifts her head from my lap and we ar
e both sitting on the ground next to each other. She leans her head on my shoulder and sighs deeply.
“Shall we toss a coin to see who's going to be Alpha and who's going to be Luna?” A loud laugh escapes my lips even before she finishes the sentence. She grins and soon joins me in laughing.
“I have to idea how, but we can make it work somehow. As long as I have you and we can laugh like that, I'm good. you might even persuade me to be your Luna, but I want flowers and chocolates at least once a week.” I continue the banter and we have some more laughs. It's so genuine, we fit so naturally together, like nothing bad ever happened between us.
“You're so different from how you were a year ago.” Sam playfully hits my shoulder.
“And so are you, but I think we're both better despite everything that's happened.”
“Or maybe we're different 'because' of all that's happened.” As Sam said that, she lifted her head to look at me. I do the same and my eyes trail down to her soft pink lips.
I look back into Sam's eyes, as if asking permission, and she responds by slowly licking her lower lip. That's all the permission I need, so I lean in and our lips touch, creating magical sparks and tingles that run all through my body. We begin kissing slowly at first, tasting each other thoroughly, and soon enough the kiss evolved into a more heated and passionate one. I feel like the whole world stopped moving as I bite her lips teasingly and she parts her juicy lips. We begin exploring every corner of our mouths, our tongues dancing together. Not long after, we break the kiss, both of us gasping for air and smiling with our swollen lips. I look at Sam and gently caress her face, about to tell her how I feel.
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