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  “You’re squeezing the fuck out of me, she-wolf.” He groaned.

  “It’s too much,” she sobbed, burying her face in his neck. The rapid beat of his heart called to her. Lily ran her tongue along the thin skin, and the desire to mark him only made the sensations crashing through her more severe.

  Chris fit his hand between them and pushed her back slightly. His clever fingers found her clit, and she whined. So good—like a sundae covered in warm fudge and cherries. The change in angles also had the head of his cock rubbing a sensitive patch of nerves behind her clit.

  Her eyes went wide.

  “Do it. Let go. Give it to me, Lily. Your orgasms are mine.”

  His mouth latched onto her neck at the same moment his thumb pressed down on her clit. Her whole body went supernova. Searing pleasure shot through her. She heard someone screaming then quickly realized it was her as Chris growled and snarled, thrusting into her until his mouth covered her neck then bit down.

  Another bliss-filled wave rolled through her when his teeth penetrated her flesh. She gave a weak moan as she rode out her climax and felt the wet heat of his release filling her. Wow. While in his arms, the world around them disappeared. With him, no one else mattered.

  Limp and sated, he held her close. “You are fucking amazing, she-wolf.” His arms tightened around her. “I’m never letting you go.”

  Good, because she’d never let him leave either. “Lucky for you, I feel the same way.”

  Chapter Nine

  Shafts of sunlight drifted through the curtains of his window and created a halo around his mate. My mate….

  The golden light caught the hints of natural red-and-bronze highlights in her hair while darkening the sprinkle of freckles on her skin.

  Content to stare at Lily, he watched her sleep, completely relaxed, trusting no one would do her any harm. Her features were soft. Her lips were still a bit swollen from their mating, and the mark at her neck glowed an angry shade of purple.

  Chris had been a little rougher than he’d intended, but Lily took it. She surprised him with her appetite and aggressiveness. When she marked him, she struck fast. The mark on his pectoral muscle would show her claim whenever he took his shirt off, and the knowledge of such excited him and his wolf.

  Reaching out, he pushed a stray lock of her hair behind her ear. Her eyes opened. She rolled toward him before placing her hand over the mark on his chest. The nearness of her lithe body allowed her scent to wrap around them.

  “Good morning.” The husky quality of her voice shot straight to his balls.

  “Morning.” Chris shifted their position so she was under him. “Did you sleep well?” He adjusted her leg over his hip.

  “I did.” She sighed. “Like a baby.”

  “So did I.”

  Positioned at her entrance, he pushed forward, easing into her snug pussy. The warm, silky heat wrapped around him, encasing him in liquid heaven. Goddamn, she’s perfect. She rippled around him, opening up to his intrusion. Her soft gasps were an aphrodisiac, heating his blood. Along with the way she dug her fingers into his shoulders.

  Lily scored her nails down his back then settled her palms on his ass, pushing him deeper inside her. She draped her other leg over his, changing the angle of his penetration.

  “Best way to start the day.” He growled, his pace still relaxed, unhurried.

  Lily smiled and gave a small laugh. The inner muscles of her sex clenched and unclenched, sending pulses of agonizing pleasure through him. “Yes, it is.”

  Lowering his head, Chris took her nipple into his mouth. He scored the sensitive bead with his teeth then bit down. She shivered with a whimper. He did it again, this time to the other bud. He reached up to cup her breast, kneading the supple flesh before pinching her hardened nipple.

  He wanted to see her reaction to a bit of pain. Her pussy went slick. Her breath hitched. He smirked to himself. His dick jerked at the idea of her wearing his clamps as he fucked her. “You like a bit of pain with your pleasure, she-wolf.” He nuzzled her neck.

  “I-I don’t know.”

  He pinched her nipple again, holding it for the count of five. Lily squealed, bucking against him while her head thrashed from side to side.

  “Take it, she-wolf. Take it for your mate.” His pace quickened. The heady way she responded to him had him holding onto his control by a fine thread.

  A thin sheen of perspiration covered her skin. Her cry of pleasure excited him, motivated his next plan of action. Without warning, he rolled them over, and guided her over him.

  They rocked together, climbing toward their mutual satisfaction. Chris cupped her breasts, squeezing and tugging on them. “Chris….” she cried.

  “Take me with you, she-wolf.” He groaned. Her changing pace kept him on edge and brought him closer to his release than he’d been prepared for.

  He ground up into her, rubbing his groin against her clit, which also shortened her strokes, adding a new dimension to her movement. Her breath came in soft pants as her hand curled into a fist.

  When she leaned back, her hard nub peeked out from its protective hood, and his mouth watered. Later, he’d taste her there. Later, he’d make her sweet pussy a feast. Swiping his finger over the hard bundle of nerves, she cried out. He did it again while meeting her thrust for thrust. Fire raced down his spine and settled in his balls. Yet, he held out a little more.

  She tensed over him, and, at exact second, he pulled her down to him and marked her again. Her pleasured scream sent him over the edge with her. He thrust twice more then gave a low moan, spilling his seed deep inside her.

  ***

  “Are you hungry?” He poured some juice then brought the glass to his lips.

  “Famished.” She leaned against the counter next to him and smiled.

  When they were able to move last night, Chris carried her into his bathroom and ran the shower for them. “Vanilla” was nice with Lily, but he still needed more. The way she accepted his touch let him know she might be receptive to the plan he’d enact soon.

  “How about we grab a burger at the diner?”

  “I’d like that.”

  “Great.” He finished his drink then placed the empty glass in the kitchen sink. Holding his hand out, he waited for her to take it.

  Lily placed her palm in his. “I should have thought to bring a change of clothes.”

  Last night, when they arrived at home and after he’d put her to bed, he’d picked up their discarded clothes. He liked her simple little dress. It fit her personality. “Well, it’s not like you wore it very long.” He waggled his brows at her.

  A pretty pink blush suffused her cheeks. “This is true. You just got me worked up.”

  “You did the same to me. You pushed all my buttons with your sassy mouth.” He led her to the truck before opening the door for her. “Plus you smelled so good, I had to have you.”

  Again, the soft, subtle scent of her arousal wrapped around him.

  She glanced up at him. “You smell really good, too.”

  “Do I?”

  She nodded. “Wild with an undertone of leather.”

  Chris pulled her to him and kissed her. He showed her with his mouth just how much she affected him with only the sugary aroma of her pussy. He slipped his hand under her dress and hissed when he came in contact with skin only.

  She gave him a coy smile as he stepped back. “I couldn’t find them.”

  The thought of spending lunch with Lily, sitting at a table with her not wearing any panties, drove him insane. “Are you trying to get yourself fucked again?”

  “Maybe.” She climbed into the vehicle. Her indirect challenge awakened the other beast. The one who craved her submission. The one who wanted to see her kneeling before him.

  Soon, he reminded himself. He had to put everything out there first. He had to tell her the truth about himself. Though mating hadn’t necessary been the plan for last night, it happened and he didn’t regret it. He’d discovered she liked a bit of pain, but what else?

  The idea of restraining her, ass up in the air for his pleasure, fanned the flames of the heated ardor building in him. He got in beside her, and started the truck, the whole time making a mental checklist of the things he’d love to do with her and to her.

  The special space in his house he told her about housed his toys. Though it didn’t necessarily double as a playroom, if he wanted to experiment in there, he could. But, he had a feeling he’d need more room when it came to their play.

  “What do I tell my family?” Her voice cut through the mental images of the different scenes he’d like to act out with her.

  “You’re mated?”

  Her fingers twisted in the hem of the dress. “Yeah, seems simple enough.”

  “Are you worried what they’d say about it?” He knew being the youngest of the Truesdale children came with its own set of challenges.

  “I don’t know. I feel a little awkward about it. They’ll sense exactly what we were doing.”

  Chris laughed. He knew he shouldn’t have. “Do you think your brothers feel awkward when they see you after fucking their respective mates?”

  She seemed to consider his question then shook her head. “No, probably not.”

  “So why should you be worried?”

  “It’s different. I can’t explain it, but it is.”

  Chris pulled onto the main road heading for Gee’s bar. “Yes, in a way, I suppose it is. However, your life is your life. What we do in our home is our business. Not theirs.”

  “I guess you’re right. It’s all so new and different.”

  “It is for me, too, she-wolf. Which brings me to what I wanted to talk to you about last night.” Bet
ter to broach the subject now before they entered the diner than while they sat there. Definitely didn’t need a repeat of what happened the night before.

  “Okay.”

  “There are certain things about me,” he hedged. “My appetite runs a little darker than most.”

  Lily stared at him. Her curious gaze lit with a bit of apprehension. “Darker?”

  “Yes. You see, I expect things from…women.”

  “Does this have to do with the Dungeon?” The uneasy edge in her voice had him second-guessing himself. Yet, since he’d already started, he had to finish.

  “Yes. The Dungeon is a BDSM club. Do you know what kind of place it is?” If she did, it would surprise the hell out of him.

  “A club where you pick up women?” Her sudden change in tune had been a metaphorical splash of cold water in his face.

  “Not necessarily. I’m a Dominant.”

  “Well, duh.” She relaxed into the leather seat of his truck. “I know.”

  Chris quirked a brow. “I think you’re missing something. Last night, when I pinched your nipple until you cried out? I craved the bite of pain from you.”

  Lily frowned. “You want to hurt me?”

  “Yes, but not in the most conventional way.” He pondered how to explain this little tidbit about himself without freaking her out. “I like submissive women.”

  “I’m not an omega.”

  No, she was a beta, through and through. “I know. It’s not the same type of submissive. I crave a sexual submissive.”

  Recognition blazed in her eyes. “You want to be in charge in the bedroom.”

  “Yes.” He breathed a sigh of relief when she didn’t try to jump from the truck.

  “Like how?”

  “I’m partial to bondage, but I do like some impact play.” To him, being a Dom was like her being a rancher, it was just who he was.

  “Impact,” she repeated. “Spanking, right?”

  “Uh-huh.” He waited for her to blow a gasket and call him all kinds of depraved names.

  “What’s the bondage part?”

  “Tie you up.” He leaned closer and growled. “Have my wicked way with you while you scream and beg me to let you come.”

  Lily’s nostrils flared. Her pulse kicked up a notch. “You were going to tell me this last night.”

  “All of it.”

  “So those women who you….”

  “Subs. Both of us were getting our own gratification from our meeting.” Truth. He kept his play as impersonal as he could. Yes, he had sex, but it had been a function with them, a way to gain a natural high from a freely given power exchange.

  “Will you be taking me there?”

  He took a moment, trying to gauge her reception to the idea. Did it repulse her? Testing the air between them, he scented no jealousy or anger, only an innocent inquisitiveness and some excitement. His wolf sat up, watching her with keen interest. “When you’re ready, if you want.”

  “So how’s this all supposed to play out?”

  “Well, first, we’re going to go in and have something to eat then we’re going to go home, and I want you to think about what I told you. In two days, we’ll revisit this conversation and you can tell me your answer.”

  A tinge of disappointment tamped down the arousal in her natural perfume. This had been why he’d wanted to mate her after he explained everything. Unfortunately, sometimes a wolf had to do what a wolf had to do.

  “Lead the way.” Lily eased out of the truck.

  Fuck.

  Chapter Ten

  “Burger, please.” She gifted Paul with a grin as she sat down at the bar. Things had been a little tense between her and Chris since his instructions the day before, and she needed a little sister time with Fawn. She hoped a burger bribe would be enough to get help figuring out what to do next. “How’s PG doing?”

  After placing her order where Gee could see it, Paul began to write out his answer. She stilled his hand. Then signed. I’m learning. Go slow.

  Paul smiled and began moving his hands. She’s great. Happy. Be here later.

  Great! They talked for a minute more until Gee called him over to take another order.

  Popular man’s work’s never done. He laughed.

  The full-bodied sound warmed her. Later, Paul.

  He nodded. Congratulations on your mating. He motioned to her neck. Best thing in the whole world.

  She grinned then mouthed, thank you.

  “Don’t be hitting on my wait staff.” Gee’s gruff tone cut through the idle chatter floating on the air.

  “I’m not.”

  “Good.” He regarded her for another minute. “Chris treating you well?”

  “Miss Fern or Miss Lonnie fix you up with a little omega of your own yet?” She arched a brow.

  He scrunched up his face and grumbled, “No.” He blew out a breath. “Won’t neither.”

  The massive logs he called arms were crossed, and a stern look graced his face. Narrowed whiskey-colored eyes assessed her. Intimidation, thy name is Gee. Lily grinned then glanced back at the door. She loved teasing the old bear, sometimes more than she should. He stood over her for a minute longer before someone called out to him and he strolled away.

  “Hey, what are you doing over here all alone?” Hannah’s voice surprised her.

  “Grabbing lunch. What brings you here?”

  “Well, I may have heard you might be here.” She sat down beside Lily. “So, is it true? Did you mate him?”

  How in the world? Wait, no, she knew. The town liked to gossip, especially with the rebirth of the pack. “I wear his mark.”

  Her friend’s face lit up. “Congratulations.”

  “Thanks.”

  “You don’t seem happy about it.” Hannah laid her hand over Lily’s.

  “No, I am. He’s given me some things to think over.”

  “Shouldn’t he have brought those up beforehand?”

  Heat suffused her cheeks. “Um, you see, I kind of—”

  “Say no more.” She laughed. “Mates have a way of doing things.”

  “Yes.” She chuckled.

  “When are you guys supposed to talk about it again?”

  “Tomorrow night. He wants me completely sure about us and what I want. We’re doing this completely backwards.”

  “It happens.”

  “Sure.” She shrugged. “So, how’re Micha and Jessie?”

  “They’re great. Jessie has been talking nonstop about Jordan and his promise.” Hannah grinned. “The girl is a trickster through and through. She’s got incredible negotiating skills. I swear she’ll grow up to be a lawyer.”

  “I’ll talk with Tinks and see if Jordan can come over sometime next week.”

  “Don’t worry about it,” Hannah replied. “You have more important things to concern yourself with than their playdates. When everything has settled for you and Chris then we’ll work on it.”

  Lily nodded. “Sounds great.” Paul reappeared a few seconds later and handed her a bag. You’re a lifesaver. “I’ll see you later, Hannah.” Lily waved as she headed for the door.

  Once she left Chris’s house, she’d wanted to go home and think, maybe breathe without his hovering. No, she wasn’t being fair. He meant well, and she’d been on the quiet side, too, holding everything in. Instead, she went for a run to clear her head and think things through. But every time she tried to make sense of it all, everything got muddled again. Eventually, she picked a spot by the stream near the pastureland and rested. When she got home, the house was empty. She showered and dressed in some clothes she’d left behind, just in case, then made the trek to town. Seeing as Kal and Graham would be out working the fields and with the cows, now seemed like the perfect time to talk to Fawn, hence the burger.

  She started the long hike home…or what used to be home. The cool air invigorated her, and the walk gave her a chance to think things through. She’d always known Chris was different. Always knew he could be an asshole when something didn’t go his way. However, she never expected him to say, “Hey, by the way, I’m a Dom.”

  How did one become such? What made him want to do those things and what did it say about the women who accepted it? Since Roland had boosted Internet and cell signals, she figured once she told Fawn everything, she’d go surfing—or whatever humans called it.