by Shae Shannon
Gabe busted out in an adolescent cackle, kissing Chloe on the forehead. “I am so glad you like the dress. I happen to enjoy tearing stuff off of you, but I will refrain this time. Hold still for me.” In less than a second, Gabe had removed her dress, hung it and placed it in the closet, removed his own clothing, and was on his knees, pulling off her black lace panties with his teeth. Chloe looked like a doe caught in the headlights, her mouth agape and her breath caught in her throat. Recognition caught up with her. Finally releasing the breath she didn’t realize she had been holding, her face went from a look of astonishment to utter desire. His eyes turned crimson, and his fangs caught between the fibers of the lace. He tugged and sliced through them like a hot knife through butter.
Slowly, he lapped up the cream that was now trickling out of her folds. Working his tongue in a deliberate nerve-racking pace, he circled her swelling bud of nerves, dragging the sweet nectar over it, causing it to engorge even more. With impetuous speed, he thrust his tongue deep in her channel, pistoning it in and out so fast it would make a vibrator look prehistoric. A scream escaped her lips as her knees buckled from the immediate orgasm that rocked through her body. Her muscles were jerking as Gabriel laid her on the satin comforter.
Chloe fell back on the bed, unable to hold herself up any longer. Gabe followed her, his features glazed with enjoyment from the state that he had made her float into. Her eyes hooded. The two simple words, fuck me, floated through his sex-crazed mind. That did it. Prolonging the experience was inconceivable as the animal within him broke loose. He licked his way up her body with pure urgency. As he reached her pink, peaked nipples, he slowed tasted each with care. Gabe traced them with the very tip of his tongue, delicately, before sucking them into his mouth and rolling them between his teeth. He applied just enough pressure to give her that pleasure-pain sensation, making her back arch up off of the bed as she grabbed his head and shoved him harder toward her breast. With a growl, he grabbed her arms and pinned them over her head. Sliding his body up hers, he wedged himself between her legs. He held her captive. She couldn’t move and was at his mercy, which only spiked her temperature level to sizzling.
Chloe couldn’t breathe. Her pants and gasps were erratic. She had never needed something so bad in her life. She was bordering uncomfortable pain from the aching need rocking her body. When she started to protest and lash out, Gabe slammed his hard, thick cock deep in her soaking tunnel. She screamed with satisfaction. As he eased his throbbing cock out of her, the emptiness she felt was enough to make her cry. When she started to protest, he slammed back in her to the hilt and quickened his pace. His movements were forceful and desperate. She moaned louder, arching off of the bed to meet him thrust for thrust. Her nails dug into his ass as she tried to get him closer and deeper.
“You are mine, Chloe. Now and forever!” Gabe bent down and kissed her again. His tongue invaded her mouth, muffling her moans and screams. She was lost in him, and he was lost in her. Both of them were so close to exploding. Her grunts and moans rang through the air.
“Chloe, love, I love you now and forever. In all of my centuries of existence I have never felt this other worldly feeling. Now we join together as one. Nothing will ever separate us. Drink from me as I drink from you.”
Her eyes opened long enough to make eye contact with him and answer him. “I love you, Gabriel. Take me now! Take all of me. I am yours.” Gabe reached down and latched his fangs into her neck as she did the same.
The first taste of his blood was amazing. He tasted of sweet oranges and vanilla. She sucked greedily, feeling that she was starving to death. The orgasm that was building inside of her made her drink him in more urgently. She could feel her neck tingling, causing her to push harder and harder to reach the abyss. Out of nowhere, it hit like a raging freight train with no brakes. It steamed over her, tightening every muscle in her body and sending her into convulsions. She removed her lips from his neck, unable to control the arching of her body. So many images flashed through her mind, all of them memories of her true love’s life. She could feel his emotions and felt him coming. He growled like a wild bear as he licked her wound and tremors shook through him. He collapsed on top of her, remaining buried inside of her hot, slick pussy. She was still squeezing around his cock, the aftershocks rippling through her body in waves. Both of them floated in the wonderful world they had entered for a very long time before floating back to life. He finally slipped out of her warmth. Looking down into her smoldering, sated eyes, he kissed her slowly and lovingly.
Chloe floated back to earth, her life majorly altered. She could see and feel things so differently. Wrapped up in Gabriel’s arms, she let out a deep, relaxing sigh. The void she had felt her entire life was now full, allowing her to feel complete for the very first time. She could feel the love her big bad vampire had for her like their souls were molded together as one. His thoughts ran through her head, and his emotions washed over her.
“Oh my. That was…There is no word to describe it, baby. I feel so complete.”
“I have been told that the blood bond was special, pet, but never did I expect this. Thank you, Chloe. This is the greatest gift you could ever give me.” Their heartbeats were in sync. They lay there, speechless, wrapped in each other’s arms for a good ten minutes. No words were spoken. Their thoughts were flowing between them, allowing them to converse telepathically.
Chloe sighed. “I guess we should get dressed. It’s after eight, and all of the guests are due any minute. I wish we could stay like this forever.” Chloe tucked her head in the crook of Gabe’s arm, not ready to let go of him yet.
“I will help you, love, except for touching up your makeup and hair. That is out of my capabilities even as a vampire.” He smiled and kissed her cheek.
“How bad is the damage? It took me two hours to get my hair and face on. I don’t have time to redo it all.”
“Chloe, you are glowing. Your face is like an angel, shining bright on a newborn babe. Your hair is bright and glossy. I have never seen something so amazingly perfect in all my life. You don’t need all of that stuff on. You are perfect, love.”
Giving a faint snicker, Chloe kissed him softly and sweetly. “You have a way with words, love. Thank you. Okay, unfortunately I guess we gotta get up.” She stood, stretching her deliciously sore muscles, allowing a huge grin to spread across her face at knowing the reason for their sudden soreness. “That is definitely a workout I don’t mind doing. New plan. You are now my new aerobics routine.”
Gabe’s eyes twinkled, his amusement embedded in the toothy smile he flashed her. “You will have to double your calorie intake, pet, because I will make it my goal to work you out hard every day.”
She giggled, letting herself roll in the happiness that thought brought. “You need to watch what thoughts go on in that pretty little head, love, or we may never get out of this room tonight or ever.” They laughed and headed to the closet.
“Wait here, love. I’ll get you dressed.” Within a heartbeat, she was fully dressed and standing in front of the mirror in the massive bathroom.
“Whoa there. I am gonna end up with a concussion or something. Next time give me some warning you are blur-running me somewhere.”
Chuckling, he kissed her cheek. “Duly noted. Now get that sexy little ass ready. I am ready to put on my boogie shoes.”
“Oh no. You leave the disco in here, buddy. This is not ‘Saturday Night Fever,’ and you are not John Travolta. ‘The Hustle’ is not on the dance list for tonight.”
“Party pooper. For the record, I could dance circles around that clown. Fine, no disco. But I have waited centuries to dance with my wife, and tonight I plan on making up for lost time. Bring extra shoes because your feet are getting a workout.” With a playful slap to her ass, he walked back to the bedroom.
Snickering, Chloe turned to the mirror to do some damage control. She almost didn’t recognize herself. Gabe was right. She was glowing. Her skin held an almost sparkle to it. Her
eyes were brighter even. Wow. That was some magic sex. She waved her hands over her hair, trying to decide how to get it back in shape, when without being touched, it fell perfectly in style. The curls sprung into perfect ringlets as it magically transformed to something even better than she had before the life-altering sex that ruffled it. What the hell? Confused, she decided to try it again to see if she was still just sex drunk. She waved her hands in slow circles over her face, not knowing what to expect. When she dropped her arms back to her sides, her makeup was flawless. Her lips were painted a glossy crimson, her eyes smoldering and smoky. It appeared that she had no flaws at all. Holy shit! Gabe!
Gabe had picked up on her mental solo conversation and had moved cautiously to the door way. He watched her, his eyes wide with shock as he witnessed the magical transformations. “I think that my blood has amplified your abilities, love. It sped up your learning process. You have to be extra careful now, because you have no idea everything you are capable of. We can explore some tomorrow if you want, only I think it be best we do it outside. I will let the dogs know so they can put up a circle to aid in your protection while we play. You amaze me so much, baby.”
“Can you quit calling them dogs? They are really sweet guys, Gabe.”
“Well, when they can quit slobbering and drooling anytime you, Amy, or Giselle come into the room, I will quit. I am waiting for them to hike their leg and start peeing on everything soon. Adolescent boys are bad enough. Young wolves are worse.”
“They are harmless and just ornery, love. It’s cute.”
“Humph. I don’t see the cuteness factor, but I know they are harmless. They know I’d kill them. Besides that, their pack has been like family. They are my equivalent to pain-in-the-ass cousins.”
Chloe grinned wide before planting a kiss on Gabe’s cheek. “I love you, baby. I guess we better get going now. Are you ready?”
“Yep. Lead the way, my businesswoman. Oh, before we go up, I need to tell you that it won’t be all human company. There will, of course, be a few of my close trustworthy friends, but some of the pack will be here also. They will all be on their best behavior, I promise. They wanted to be a part of this, and of the coffee shop, but as an added bonus it’s that much extra security just in case someone is stupid enough to try to crash our party. A lot of the wives are dying to meet you.”
“Oh, of course I don’t mind! Maybe there is a special wolf in Giselle’s future…I know that she is lonely. I just wish she could find a love like ours. Now get to movin’. We have a party to throw!”
Chapter 10
The ballroom was breathtaking. Chloe examined the room, her eyes wide with pride. Giselle walked over and embraced her in a bear hug. “You look amazing, Chloe. I do believe you are sparkling!”
She kissed her aunt’s cheek before letting her eyes wander over the magnificent woman. Giselle was beautiful. Her long hair was left down, cascading over her shoulders. One side was swept up with a jeweled comb. She had on a deep-purple, formfitting gown that hugged every sexy curve down to the knee and then fanned out and fell to the floor. It circled around her ankles like a flower. A slit was up the side, reaching her hip. Tiny crystals were scattered, covering the entire dress. It was strapless, with a plunging neckline revealing her full cleavage. She was truly stunning.
“Auntie, look who’s talking! You are a hottie! You will definitely be the cause of many blue balls tonight! You are truly beautiful, Aunt Giselle.”
The older woman blushed, grabbing her in a hug again to hide the tears that had welled up in her large, sparkling orbs. “Look at this place, darling! I do believe we did well. I hope I didn’t go overboard on the magic. You told me Harry Potter, and I ran with it. Those are my favorite movies ever.”
“No, it’s absolutely perfect. It will definitely keep all of the normal people of the crowd guessing. I love it! People should start to arrive any minute. Is there anything that needs to be done left?”
“Nope, it’s all done, sweetheart. Let’s go get the masks I have for you and Gabe. I made yours extra special.” With a wink and a mischievous grin, she looped her arm through Chloe’s and walked toward the entry hall.
A large box wrapped in silk was sitting on the side table. Giselle grabbed it and handed it to her. Without hesitation, Chloe opened the lid, unwrapping the material that was protecting the contents. The first mask she pulled out was magnificent. It was a half-face mask with black silk ribbons to tie it with. On the front, black stones covered the surface, with red stones set in the pattern of a rose at the temple of the right side. Sparkly crystals were along the edges in a starburst pattern, giving it extra detail. Even though it had a flower embellished on it, it was the manliest mask she had ever seen.
“It’s amazing! Did you make it?”
“Yes, I made them both.”
“Thank you so much. Gabe will love it!”
“Look at yours now.” Chloe pulled out the last mask. It also was a half mask, but much larger. “Wow! Talk about bling!”
Tiny black stones outlined the eye holes. There was a matching rose on the right side, only black and detailed more intricately. Crystals dangled from twisty ribbons sprouting around the edges, with feathers wisping in all directions. The main surface was covered with diamondlike stones. Red stones dotted the entire mask. Black silk ribbons on the sides were placed to attach to strands of her hair to hold it in place.
“Oh wow, Auntie. It is perfect! I can’t believe you made these! They are so great!”
“Yours is extra special. I put a spell on it, allowing you to see the auras of people around you. I know you are getting better at all of your powers, but this will help even if the person has shields up trying to hide their identity.”
“I love you, Giselle, and thank you so much! This is more than I could have ever dreamed of. You are truly gifted.”
“Oh, sweetheart, don’t make me get all teary eyed now. Come here. Let me get your mask attached for you.” She took the mask, carefully attaching it to fit snugly on Chloe’s face. Holding her at an arm’s length, she let her eyes roam over her from feet to head. “Oh my, I have never seen anything so beautiful, Chloe. You are breathtaking! Cinderella would have bowed at your feet, love.”
“Before coming into this new life I had never been called beautiful, but had always just felt ordinary. I think it’s the company I keep that is rubbing off on me. Thank you again, Auntie. Now, let’s go welcome our guests, shall we?”
Smiling, Giselle hooked her arm in Chloe’s, and together they walked toward the front entrance. “Do you think Aiden will be in attendance tonight? I would love to scratch that dog’s belly.”
A look of shock spread across Chloe’s face, followed by a cheesing smile. “You naughty girl! Actually, he should be here by now. He is helping with protection detail.”
“Mmm. He might be the one needing protection from me tonight.” Laughing, the girls made their way to the group already congregating by the door.
Gabe and Blake were assigning the newcomers each an area to patrol when the wolves started sniffing the air. Distracted, their eyes followed the scent they were picking up until they spotted the source. Loud catcalls whooped through the air. The wolves were beside themselves at the sight that lay before them. Even the new vampire friends were glowing in the eyes and seemed hypnotized by the beauties approaching. Gabe had sensed Chloe as soon as she entered the room, but when he realized that she was the cause of his men turning into drooling pups, his fangs started to descend. When he caught sight of her through the wall of bodies, his jaw dropped. She was truly a sight. In all of his centuries, never had such beauty existed. He immediately recognized Giselle and was astounded at how gorgeous she also looked.
He finally let out a loud whistle, bringing attention back to him. “Gentlemen, let me introduce the angels approaching. This is Chloe, my mate. I suggest that you roll your tongues back into your slobbering gums if you value your lives. The other magnificent goddess is Giselle, her aunt. Drooling i
s permitted, but know this. Anyone, whether dog or vamp, hurts or annoys her, I will personally rip your heart out. Put on your big-boy britches, boys. She is a lady.” A few whispers and comments were made, but all fell silent the moment the women stood before them.
The ladies glanced around and then at each other. “Have we interrupted something? We just wanted to come and welcome you all.”
Gabe spoke up, easing the tension that had thickened the room. “No, baby, we were going over some plans. You two stole the attention of every man here. Chloe, Giselle, you two are absolutely angelic. You will be the envy of every woman and the dirty fantasy of every male in attendance tonight. I do believe I need to up the guards now.” Smiling, he pulled Chloe into a hug, kissing her softly.
His attention was quickly drawn back to Giselle. The men were all introducing themselves, lining up her dance card for the night when a low, commanding voice radiated loud enough for them all to hear. “This woman is spoken for, men. I will be the only one courting Giselle tonight.” All of the wolves in attendance glanced down, a show of respect for their alpha. Their necks turned slightly, showing weakness to him, they stepped away, nodding in response. Gabe glanced at Giselle, curious about her reaction at the dominating commands Aiden had given. Her arousal was plastered across her features.
She took in a shaky breath before speaking. “And who are you to decide my evening, Aiden? I do believe I am old enough to decide who I keep company with and who I do not.”
In two huge steps, Aiden was standing in front of her, his shoulders squared and his body puffed up. “I did not ask, Giselle. I have no doubt in your ability to plan your own evening. However, there is no way in hell those plans will include any man but me.” His blatant command had her silent.