by Avery Gale
“You’re supposed to be narrating the scene. Let’s test your ability to compartmentalize, shall we?” Oh shit, she didn’t stand a snowball’s chance in hell of passing this test. His fingers parted the petals of her labia, exposing her clit to his touch, eliciting a wash of liquid arousal to coat his fingers. “Your body behaves perfectly when your mouth isn’t involved. Why is that, Princess?”
Wasn’t it just like a damned Dom to ask questions on one topic while they wanted you to narrate a totally unrelated scene? Deciding the narration was the safer route, she tried to focus on the scene in front of them.
Chapter Nineteen
Kenya stood stock-still, watching as the other women took their places around the circle. Audric was lending his magic, along with several other members of the Council. No one seemed certain how they were going to account for six pieces instead of five. Contrary to what her mother had insisted, the medallion she wore had not rejoined the one Bronx’s mother gave him. Wiggling her toes in the cool grass, Kenya appreciated the feel of the earth beneath her feet. The direct contact helped her feel more grounded and spiritually connected to the process. Feeling the planet’s life force pulsing beneath her soles always soothed her in the way nothing else could.
“You’re all doing great. Let your focus remain centered on allowing the power of Mother Earth to move through you—it will amplify your magic, letting us reach our goal more quickly.” Kenya heard Audric’s unspoken addition—faster equals safer. The sooner the magic totem was restored and back in the council’s safekeeping, the better it would be for everyone.
Suddenly assailed by nerves, Kenya realized she was picking up the energy of everyone around her. The operatives—some seen, but many hiding in the shadows—were balanced precariously on edge, their adrenaline spiking as they continuously scanned what she’d learned was their sector. The connection she’d felt to the magnetic power of the earth was shattering under the weight of her worry. Panic making her chest tight, her shallow panting breaths had jet black dots dancing in the yellow-gold light of the fire at the center of the circle.
Where’s Bronx? I can’t find him. I need to know he’s here and safe.
“I’m right behind you, Cheŕ. I won’t leave you.” His large hands settled on the top of her shoulders, melting the tension from the rigid muscles with little more than a touch. His brothers stepped closer to their mates, and Bronx felt the power surge around them. When Audric, Amaya, and Brigitte started chanting the spell to reverse the centuries-old separation, Bronx could have sworn time slowed.
Placed on flat stones surrounding the fire, the medallions started to vibrate and glow. The eerie shade of green made him shudder when they seemed to be emitting tendrils of smoke trailing up several feet. When the wisps of smoke started forming the faces of the original witches at the separation ceremony, Kenya noticed her grandfather moved quickly to stand in the space to her right, blocking her view of Gigi. She wondered about the sudden change, but the question was answered when she heard the distant crack of a rifle shot.
“We had intruders who refused to stand down. They’ve been… contained. Continue mission… repeat, continue. Let’s get this done. We’re starting to attract too much attention.” Kyle West’s commanding voice came over the ear-bud Bronx was wearing, but she heard the words as if they’d been spoken directly to her.
Thank the great Goddess, the witches and wizards kept on as if nothing was happening around them. Kenya made every effort to tune out the radio chatter, knowing she needed to keep her attention and magical energy focused on the ceremony. Her skin started to tingle beneath the surface. The sensation was odd but starting to feel more familiar. A vision of her wolf trying to break free flashed through her mind as things around her started spinning out of control.
Bronx was getting more frustrated by the minute. The damned dark magicals were relentless. He could feel their malevolent energy surrounding them. He suspected the witches and wizards were simply testing the team, biding their time until the totem was restored. It was the finished product they were after. It was damned hard to focus when he heard Lilly inform the team, she had two intruders coming out of the lake just a few yards from where they were standing.
Lightning struck each of the medallions, melting them instantly, the liquid flowing in a counterclockwise stream, pooling in front of Audric. With a small circle of his finger, the wizard shrouded the area immediately, surrounding him in a blanket of thick white smoke. Out of the corner of his eye, Bronx saw Cooper take Catalina to the ground, covering her with his own body. Instinct kicked in, and Bronx followed suit with Kenya. From the sounds surrounding them, his brothers—whether by blood or marriage—had done the same.
A fireball raced across the surface of the water a split second before a thunderous boom sounded, echoing over the lake. The explosion on the shore put every fireworks display Bronx had ever seen to shame. He heard Kyle West shouting at his mom to stand down as burnt pieces of clothing floated down around them. By the time they were given the all-clear, Audric, Amaya, and Gigi were gone… along with the totem. The dead silence surrounding them was chilling—fortunately, it didn’t last long.
“Holy shit. You all know how to throw it down.” Tobi’s excited voice sounded from his patio, and Bronx couldn’t hold back his laughter when Kyle’s and Kent’s combined curses came over his earpiece.
Getting to his feet, Bronx was shocked to find the grassy area between his home and the lake had already been restored to its previous pristine condition. The rocks were gone, and there was no evidence of the fire that was burning in the center of the circle just moments earlier.
Looking up the gentle slope toward his home, he laughed out loud when he saw party lights draped between poles swaying in the breeze. Looking closer, he shook his head when he realized there were several elaborately fixed buffet tables with what he would bet was a feast.
“Why are they all standing down there?” Gracie’s voice wafted on the breeze, and Bronx heard her husbands’ frustrated voices coming from behind him. His brothers, blood and those he was blessed to call family by choice, lifted their mates to their feet, brushing off their surprise and laughing when Lilly bounced up to them, excited as the schoolgirl Bronx imagined she’d been. Wrapping Denali in a crushing hug, Lilly stepped back and grinned.
“Did you see the fireball? Damn, that gun is fucking awesome.” By this time, all four West men had joined them as the rest of the team emerged from the shadows.
“Language, Darlin’. You know how Del gets when you curse.” Dean’s chuckle was all it took to break the stunned silence of everyone standing around in shock. Walking up to the house, Bronx held Kenya against his side, relieved to feel her relief.
“We’re going to stay long enough for the debriefing, then we’re heading inside to pack.” Bronx knew they were never going to get any privacy with the entire Adler family in town, and he was determined to enjoy some alone time with his new mate. Cleveland and Israel had already been in touch with the Lamonts in Colorado. Bronx and Kenya would have use of their mountain cabin for the next several weeks.
“Really? We’re going to the mountains? I’ve only seen the Rockies from Interstate-70.” She was almost bouncing on the balls of her bare feet, excitement coming off her in waves. He was anxious for her to see how they were traveling. Austin had come through for him just before the ceremony started, confirming the company’s smaller jet was ready to whisk them away as soon as they arrived at the private airport on the other side of the lake.
The flight wasn’t long enough for a round of wild monkey sex, but that wasn’t going to keep him from reminding Kenya who she belonged to. Now to get through enough of this damned party to look respectable. Whose damned idea was this, anyway?
Mine! Your plans to escape were just a bit too neat and tidy. You need to step up your game, my friend. Gigi’s taunting voice moved through his mind, making him laugh despite his best effort to be annoyed with the blasted witch. Her day would come�
��sooner or later, he’d get his chance to exact a bit of revenge for her meddling.
Smiling to himself, Bronx led Kenya into the group, enjoying the hugs and slaps on the back as everyone celebrated. The third time he looked at his watch, the damned thing evaporated as Audric’s laughter boomed around him.
Go… enjoy. You’ve earned it!
Epilogue
One Week Later
Kenya paused at the edge of the river, her heart racing as she looked behind her, waiting for her mate to catch up. In the past, running seemed like a punishment, but now, it was her favorite way to move around the mountain. Shaking her white fur, she tilted her head, listening for his approach. By the time she heard a twig snap to her left, it was too late, he’d already pinned her to the ground. Damn, how had he managed to circle around so quickly? It was damned humbling to find out she’d been gloating about outrunning him only to discover he’d beaten her at her own game.
Mine!
She loved telepathic communication when they were in their wolf. The intimacy ramped up her desire and her back arched in anticipation of his possession.
Yes, yours. Always.
We have time before we need to leave.
Kenya knew what he wanted and was more than happy to comply. Feeling his cock prodding her ass, his teeth pressed against the sides of her thick fur-covered neck. Bondage was proving to be her kink. They’d tried several variations, but having his bite was definitely her favorite.
He’d claimed her ass the first night they’d arrived. She’d felt her wolf surge to the surface as soon as they stepped from the truck the Lamonts left for them at the airport. Kenya started to panic when her clothes began falling to the ground in tatters, but Bronx spoke into her mind, assuring her everything was as it should be. The popping of her bones as they moved into new positions was intimidating at first, but now, she was able to shift on the run.
Cheŕ, stay in the moment, or you’re going to walk down the aisle with a paddled ass. Now that I think about it, I would love to show everyone how beautiful your cheeks look when they’re bright red.
He thrust into her so hard, Kenya yelped before groaning as the sting morphed into thundering need. His possession, the sound of the water tumbling over the rocky riverbed, and the cool breeze blowing in her face were all it took to send her soaring into an orgasm so powerful, she was barely aware of his howl as his release sent heated spurts deep in her ass.
Last night, Kenya was introduced to dinner at the Lamonts. Their glass tabletop hid nothing, and the Doms took great pleasure in baring their subs pink bits to their fellow diners. Katarina had been fondled by her husbands to orgasm twice before dessert. Several other club members joined them, and Kenya’s embarrassment at having her legs spread wide, displaying her newly waxed pussy to everyone’s view, faded quickly since the other subs were equally exposed.
“Shift, Cheŕ.” The sound of Bronx’s human voice startled her out of her post-orgasmic stupor. Shifting quickly, she snuggled against him as he carried her the short distance to the elaborate home the Lamonts referred to as a cabin.
An hour later, Kenya walked into the living room to find Bronx staring out the floor-to-ceiling windows lining the front of the entire home. She’d been surprised how quickly the sun set behind the mountains and wondered if the locals ever missed seeing it set over water or a wide-open prairie. Kenya felt the moment he sensed her presence, his sharply indrawn breath the only indication he’d looked up from whatever he’d been watching.
“Fuck me, you are stunning, mate.” He took in her short white lace dress and smiled. She’d been concerned it was too skimpy until she’d seen the appreciation in his eyes. “Lift the skirt and show me. I want to see your bare pussy decorated with the pretty pearls.” He’d set her on the edge of the bathroom counter after her shower and spread her legs so wide, she was sure he’d been able to see her most hidden secrets.
The small pearl clip he’d attached to her pussy lips pushed them back, leaving her clit unprotected, and the smallest brush of air made her shudder. Getting dressed had been torture, and the simple act of walking down the hall had made her so horny, she’d been forced to pause twice to avoid coming without permission. She had no idea how she was going to walk down the cobblestone walkway to the Lamonts’ gazebo over the creek, where they’d be legally joined as husband and wife.
Pulling her dress up far enough, the warm air from the fireplace brushing against her clit was enough to make her knees tremble.
“That’s perfect, mate.”
She was startled to realize he’d moved across the room to stand in front of her. Lowering her dress, he wrapped a jacket around her shoulders and led her to the door.
“Come on. Let’s go get married.”
The End
Books by Avery Gale
The Adlers
Brooklyn
London
Austin
Paris
Cleveland
Asia
Kensington
Israel
Bronx
The ShadowDance Club
Katarina’s Return – Book One
Jenna’s Submission – Book Two
Rissa’s Recovery – Book Three
Trace & Tori – Book Four
Reborn as Bree – Book Five
Red Clouds Dancing – Book Six
Perfect Picture – Book Seven
Club Isola
Capturing Callie – Book One
Healing Holly – Book Two
Claiming Abby – Book Three
Masters of the Prairie Winds Club
Out of the Storm
Saving Grace
Jen’s Journey
Bound Treasure
Punishing for Pleasure
Accidental Trifecta
Missionary Position
Another Second Chance
Star-Crossed Miracles
Dusted Star
Lilly’s Choice
The Wolf Pack Series
Mated – Book One
Fated Magic – Book Two
Tempted by Darkness – Book Three
The Knights of the Boardroom
Book One
Book Two
Book Three
The Morgan Brothers of Montana
Coral Hearts – Book One
Dancing with Deception – Book Two
Caged Songbird – Book Three
Game On – Book Four
Well Bred – Book Five
Mountain Mastery
Well Written
Savannah’s Sentinel
Sheltering Reagan
The Christmas Painting
Taking Out the Mother of the Bride
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