by Marla Monroe
Her voice had been so soft that if not for the enhanced hearing of his wolf, he wouldn’t have heard her offer. He met Aaron’s tortured gaze over her body. He would go along with whatever his brother said, but he hoped Levi would say yes. To feel her hand wrapped around his dick would be pure ecstasy, right up there with looking down to watch her swollen lips encase his cock as she sucked him dry.
“Are you sure you feel up to that, baby?” Levi asked. “You don’t have to do anything. We’ll be fine.”
“I want to. You made me feel so good. I want to take care of both of you.”
“Aaron, undress and scoot up in the bed so she doesn’t have to strain her hip,” Levi said.
He rolled off the side of the bed and unzipped his jeans. Levi did the same. After removing their shoes, they stepped out of their jeans. Neither of them wore underwear. Most shifters didn’t like to wear them or socks. They climbed back on the bed next to Gabby, moving close to her. Levi watched as she licked her lips. The sight of her little pink tongue amped his arousal up even higher, if that was possible.
“Suck my cock, baby. I can’t wait to have that sexy mouth around it.” Levi watched as she turned her head, reached up and took his dick in her small hand. She couldn’t quite wrap her hand around his girth but managed to squeeze him hard enough to make up for that. She masturbated him for several strokes before she reached out with her wet tongue and licked beneath the crown. When she then ran the tip of her tongue all around the rim of the crown, he nearly came off the bed.
“God, baby. That’s so good,” he said.
She looked up at him, capturing his gaze while she slowly took his hard cock into her mouth. When she closed her lips around him, the hot, moist cavern of her mouth was heaven. She sucked on him while her devious tongue swirled around his shaft. Levi threw back his head and growled. It felt so damn good. Too good. He wouldn’t be able to last long like this.
Gabrielle pulled back until just the head of his dick remained in her mouth before sucking him down to the back of her throat and swallowing around him. The suction and massaging rhythm of her throat contracting around him had him gripping her head in one hand and holding on to the headboard with the other. He raked his nails lightly over her scalp. The headboard creaked under the pressure of his hand.
“Hell, yes! Fuck, baby. You’re killing me,” he managed to get out when she had retreated once again.
Gabby grinned around his cockhead and proceeded to suck him down faster. She reached between his legs and cupped his balls, slowly rolling them and lightly scratching them with her nails. He groaned at the delicious feel of her. One hand squeezed the base of his cock, pumping up to meet her mouth as she went down, and one hand tortured his balls. He was in heaven. God, could it get any better than this? He had to find out what was screwing with his mating heat. She was perfect in every way.
He finally reached the end of his rope, not having the strength to hold back much longer. Levi pulled away from her delectable mouth and nearly came anyway when she released him with a soft pop. When she looked up at him with questioning eyes and a small frown, he had to swallow twice before he could speak.
“I’m too close, Gabrielle. Take care of Aaron. I want to rub my seed on your gorgeous breasts,” he said.
She licked her lips and turned her head to the other side where his brother’s dick stood straight out from his body.
Levi slowly pumped his cock as he watched their mate torture his brother with her hot mouth. The erotic sight of her mouth stretched wide around Aaron’s dick, slowly swallowing him, had his cock pulsing in his fit. Levi tightened his grip in an effort to stave off his impending climax. He wanted it to last. Up, down, up, down, his hand stroked his shaft to the point of pain as his balls drew up tight against his body.
“Ah, hell.” Levi’s toes curled and the muscles in his ass clenched as cum boiled from his balls and up his cock to erupt from the slit at the top. He shot ribbons of cum all over Gabrielle’s breasts and chest.
His brother’s hands were fisted in their mate’s hair. His knuckles showed white against her beautiful red hair as he threw back his head and howled his release. Gabrielle’s throat worked as she swallowed her mate’s cum.
“God, that was so fucking good. Thank you, honey,” Aaron said once he’d caught his breath again.
Levi rubbed his cum into her breasts, his wolf happy in the knowledge that they had claimed her in this small way. It wasn’t a full mating, but it calmed his wolf to some extent. He’d take what he could get.
Gabrielle smiled up at Aaron, then over at him. She had that shy expression again now that she’d had the chance to relax. He didn’t want her to second-guess what they’d done together. It had been fucking amazing and meant more to him than almost anything. She’d allowed them to come in her mouth and on her beautiful breasts. He couldn’t have picked a better mate had he been allowed to make the choice.
With her calming influence and friendly attitude, Gabrielle was wonderful helping his mom arrange gatherings and help take care of the everyday challenges that came up. She had helped to set up their community play station for the kids to give moms time for themselves and the ability to work outside the home when they wanted or needed to.
He smiled down at her serene face as she drifted off into sleep. He loved her. Even without the mating heat, Levi realized that he loved her for who she was and who she was to his pack. His heart swelled with the knowledge. He looked over to where his brother was gently running his fingers over her hair with a look of complete contentment. There was no doubt in his mind that Aaron felt the same way. She was perfect.
Knowing that Gabrielle wouldn’t enjoy waking up to sticky skin, Levi climbed off the bed and padded to the bathroom. He turned on the water in the tub and adjusted it to a warm temperature. Looking around, he found bath salts. He knew most women enjoyed them, so he sprinkled a generous amount under the water flow and watched as the tub filled and a relaxing aroma of vanilla filled the air. Thankfully, it wasn’t overwhelming to their sensitive noses.
Levi turned off the water once the tub was full and laid out a towel and cloth before returning to the bedroom. Aaron continued to run his hand over her hair and along her cheek. His brother was totally besotted by their little mate. Well, so was he. He wasn’t ashamed to admit it, either.
“I’ve got the bath ready. Do you want to carry her in there?” he asked his brother.
Aaron smiled and nodded. Without saying a word, he picked her up in his arms and scooted off the bed to carry her to the bathroom. Her arms wound around his neck, and she rested her cheek against his chest with a soft moan. His cock stirred despite having climaxed just minutes before.
He allowed Aaron to go past him before following him into the bathroom. Levi closed the door behind them to keep out the cooler air. He didn’t want her to be uncomfortable. As shifters, they didn’t catch colds or get sick. Still, Levi didn’t like the idea of her experiencing any type of discomfort. She was their mate, the future of their pack. She would bear the next generation of cubs for them.
He watched as his brother slowly lowered her into the tub, then hurried over to position the bath pillow behind her head. She smiled and moaned at the sensation of warm water engulfing her, but her eyes only managed to open halfway. Her lazy expression was a testament to how comfortable and relaxed they’d made her feel. He grinned over at his brother.
Aaron grinned back, and together they bathed their mate. It was one of the greatest tasks he had ever experienced. He’d gladly care for her the rest of his life. Having Aaron by his side meant they could always make sure she was safe and happy. She would never want for anything if he could help it. He and Aaron would provide for her and their cubs, keep them safe, and make sure they knew that they were loved all the time.
Once she was clean, Levi lifted her from the tub, and Aaron wrapped her in the towel. His brother patted her dry. She stirred in his arms, wrapping hers around his neck. She smelled of vanilla and something wild, her own uni
que scent. He drew it in, memorizing it so he would always be able to find her. Then he walked into the bedroom and settled her on the bed. Aaron pulled up the covers, tucking them around her shoulders.
Gabrielle stirred and opened eyes, heavy with sleep. “Where are you going?”
“Not far, baby. You need to sleep. It’s two in the morning. One of us will be nearby all the time. Rest, Gabrielle,” he said.
“I love you,” she said in a soft whisper.
Levi wondered if she realized what she’d said. His heart beat hard at hearing those words from her mouth. That she’d said them without really realizing it made them all the more precious to him. He glanced up at his brother and saw tears in his eyes. He wasn’t acknowledging the ones in his own eyes.
Chapter Nine
Aaron smiled as Gabby walked into the kitchen. He could see the uncertainty on her face as she walked over to pour a cup of coffee. It didn’t belong there, and he’d be sure she lost it right away. The fact that she was walking around instead of relaxing in bed wasn’t lost on him either.
“Morning, honey. I don’t believe you are supposed to be out of bed, yet.” He walked over and pulled her into his arms for a kiss.
She tasted of toothpaste and coffee from her first sip. He nibbled her lower lip then placed one final kiss on her forehead before stepping back. She didn’t say anything to his comment that she wasn’t supposed to be roaming around out of bed.
“What would you like for breakfast? I’ve got bacon warming in the oven. Do you want eggs and toast?” he asked.
“You don’t have to cook for me in my own house. I can cook,” she said, opening the fridge.
He took the eggs she had grabbed out of her hands and closed the door. “I want to cook for you.”
“Scrambled eggs and toast, please,” she said sweetly.
Aaron set the eggs on the counter and scooped her up in his arms to carry her over to sit her on a barstool. He was thankful it sat more like a chair and would give her more support than a normal stool would. He imagined her hip was still very tender. Being on it couldn’t be good for it, but he didn’t want to argue with her about it.
“Coming right up. Did you sleep well after we finally left you alone?” he asked with a grin.
Her blush was cute. It complemented her red hair and those amazing blue eyes. If he had his way, he’d do things to make her blush just to see the way her cheeks warmed.
“I did. Where is Levi this morning?” she asked.
“He’s talking with the Dads about our neighbors. He should be by a little later.” Aaron watched her, trying to determine what she was thinking.
“What can we do about it, Aaron? With them this close, no one is safe to run, even in groups.” She sipped her coffee then fiddled with the handle of the cup.
“We’ll figure something out. What’s so odd is that they’re using magic. You would think that they wouldn’t want to have anything to do with it since it’s not natural like they are. That’s what they have against us. We aren’t natural, so we shouldn’t be allowed to live.” Aaron sighed. He needed to steer their conversation away from the subject. It only served to make him angry thinking about it, and he didn’t want her to worry about it.
“There are so few witches that live up north. I can’t imagine where they found one that would help them,” she said.
“Well, don’t worry about it. We’ll figure it out. Your only concerns are healing up and getting plenty of rest.”
As soon as he had her plate ready, he set it on the bar in front of her and took her cup to refill it. Then he cleaned up his mess while she ate. She didn’t say anything more until he took her empty dishes from her and, after taking care of them, picked her up to carry her back to the bedroom.
“I don’t want to stay in bed, Aaron. I’m fine now,” she said with a frown when he laid her back on the bed.
“The healer said you needed to stay off that leg for a few days. I’ve already let you sit up to eat. It’s time to rest it again. Now lie back and relax,” he said.
“Could I have my purse? I need to make some calls, and my phone is in my purse,” she said despite the sexy little pout on her face.
He smiled and nodded. “I’ll get your purse. Do you want some water or juice?”
“Just my purse is fine.”
Aaron walked back into the living room and found her purse. When he handed it to her, she dug through it and produced a cell phone. She smiled. “Thanks. Close the door behind you.”
He cocked his head but did as she asked, wondering who she was calling and why she needed privacy for it. Her parents had passed when she was barely nineteen. She had no siblings. Of course she had friends. Everyone loved Gabby. She was a wonder to be around, always helping anyone who needed it. It was hard not to be possessive and feel the need to obsess over her. They were mates, and he was in line to be the next Beta. Dominant traits were strong in their family. Still, he had to learn to temper them, or there would be disharmony in their mating.
With a sigh, Aaron walked outside to call Levi to see what was going on. Normally he would be at his brother’s side, but with Gabby recovering and the threat they were under, neither one of them wanted to leave her unprotected.
“Is Gabrielle okay?” Levi asked by way of greeting.
“She is fine. I’ve fed her, and she’s in her room making phone calls,” he said.
“Who is she talking to?” Levi asked with a low growl.
“I didn’t ask. I’m sure she has friends she talks with every day. We can’t start interrogating her every move, Levi.” Aaron grinned, knowing he’d been thinking along the same lines.
His brother snarled then sighed. “I know. Make sure she stays in bed until she’s healed. I’ll be there in another hour or so.”
“What is going on? Have you heard from the others yet?” he asked. They weren’t using their names over cell phones since anyone could listen in on them.
“Deland and mom are talking with one of them now on the Internet. They’re using Skype. I’m waiting to find out what is decided. As soon as I know, I’ll come tell you,” Levi said.
“Have you talked to our brothers? Do I need to check in with them?” he asked.
“That would probably be a good idea. They know what is going on—all of it. I talked with Jessup earlier this morning so they would be aware of the new threats we have. He was going to share it with the others. See if they have heard anything.”
Aaron wished him well and disconnected. He prayed that the Sylphies would help them before calling Kindle. He tended to spend a lot of his time out among their wolves, learning what they knew.
“Hey Levi. How is your mate?” Kindle asked as soon as he answered.
“She’s fine, recovering quickly. What’s going on with you?” Aaron asked.
“Not much. There’s a rumor going around that magic has been used against us. Everyone is nervous. It might be a good idea to make an announcement soon to calm them down.”
Aaron winced. How wolves always found out snippets of what was going on, he didn’t understand. It made him believe that one or more of their council members were gossips.
“I’ll pass that on. I think that’s a good idea. Anything else?” he asked.
“Several of the females went to town this morning to shop and reported that there appeared to be more strangers around than before. They didn’t waste time and returned home as soon as they could. They didn’t think anyone followed them, but we can’t be sure they would have been able to tell,” Kindle said.
“Damn. I’m not surprised. HAS is known for traveling in large groups. We should limit our people from leaving pack land until this is under control. Certainly no females should travel alone.”
“I agree. If they get the chance to take one of us, they’ll jump on it,” Kindle warned.
“I’ll talk to Levi and the Dads about it. Keep us informed of what you hear and pass it on to the others.” Aaron disconnected and shoved the cell into the ho
lder on his belt.
He gazed around at the woods surrounding the little cabin but sensed no one near. He listened to the wildlife and the sounds of nature until he was satisfied that there were no dulling or dampening spells affecting his perceptions. When he returned inside and locked the door, the sound of Gabby’s laughter squeezed his heart. His smile expanded across his face on hearing the happiness in her laugh.
Aaron brewed another pot of coffee and, once it was ready, filled two mugs with the delicious liquid. He knocked once on her bedroom door before walking inside. She looked up but smiled as she continued to talk on the phone. He handed her the mug and sat on the edge of the bed as he sipped his.
“I agree. She needs more attention. I’ll talk to Rhonda about spending more time with her. It will give her more confidence and hopefully cut down on the outbursts. She’s at that difficult time, and without a mother to guide her, she’s drifting. Thanks for talking to me, Ann. I’m going to go now. Bye.” Gabby hit the end key and laid the phone on the bed next to her.
“Is there a problem?” he asked.
“Nothing for you to worry about. Just girl stuff.” She took a drink of the coffee and smiled. “Thanks for the coffee.”
“I thought you might like something to drink. How are you feeling?” he asked.
She made a face at him. “It’s only been a couple of hours since you asked the last time, Aaron. I’m fine.”
“I can’t help but worry about you. You could have been killed, Gabby, and every time I think about it, my heart seizes up.” He reached out and brushed her hair from her eyes. “Bear with me as I get used to having a mate, honey.”
Her expression softened a little. “I’m fine. My hip doesn’t hurt at all unless I bump it. I’ll be back to normal by tomorrow.”
He leaned in and kissed her, savoring the way she met him halfway. As much as he wanted more, he reminded himself she’d been shot and they were trying to hold off the mating heat for now.
“Have you talked to Levi? Do they know anything yet?” she asked when they’d broken apart.