KNIGHT I spat the blood on the ground. This was fun. I missed those times. This loser thought he could beat me— only in his dream. I was just giving his fans a little bit of a taste of happiness until I broke his jaw and left him unconscious. He had a strong kick and punch, though. If I didn’t heal fast, I wouldn’t last this long. I was sweating, yet I felt like I was only warming up. I did this in college to save money, and I never lost. Given what I was, I knew it was cheating, but I loved the attention and money. “Alpha, I’m getting bored! Unless you’ll finish him now, or I’m going home!” I chuckled as I heard Nirvana yell. Yeah, I knew where she was, and she looked terrified, clinging to Kailin. “This is for you, sweetheart.” I straightened my stance and focused on the guy’s weakness. My wolf growled inside me, agitated and excited to feel the blood on my fist. It was getting boring anyway. I had to finish this off and bring home my mate. Bulldozer threw his punch. I saw
KNIGHT “I have men and guns, and you’re the only guy in your merry band of misfits who can fight.” I chuckled when the first guy in the corner formed his hands into fists. “Don’t try me, Cadogan. I’m here as a courtesy call. The next time I step into this property, I either drop bodies or burn this building down to the ground. So, one last time, stay away from my boys.” I glanced over at the three guys. If they even stepped forward, I would beat them into pulps. I stepped out, not waiting for him to intimidate me with his minions and guns. I also knew how to use guns. I had it at home and in the pack house just in case people would come to harm us. “Is everything okay?” Luka asked as we walked out of the building. “Not even the slightest.” “What are we gonna do now?” “We have to be careful this time. I think I just poked the bear. The grizzly bear.” Luka laughed. “The ugly coyote. If it’s a panda, I would love to pet him.” We reached the parking lot, where everyone was waiti
NIRVANA “How’s your first experience in the underground fight club, Vana?” “It hasn’t sunk in, Kaleb. I’d never seen people fight, let alone watch them for entertainment. I don’t even watch WWE or boxing on TV.” “You did well, considering you didn’t pass out back there.” “Trying my best not to. It was terrifying, maybe because I knew who was in that ring.” “Because you care for the person fighting in the ring. If it happens to a stranger, maybe it isn’t that terrifying,” Kailin said. “Want more mashed potato?” “I’m good.” “You barely touch your food.” Knight saw the food on my plate. He was the one who filled it for me, and it could feed five heads. “If I eat more, I’m gonna explode.” I wasn’t sure everyone was listening until they laughed. “Guys, the food is good, but I’m not like you all, who can burn thousands of calories in one run. And it’s worth it if it goes into your muscles, not your tummy.” They chuckled, still eating. “Vana makes a good sandwich.” West grabbed an
NIRVANA “Maybe. Knight was a senior, and Mac was just a freshman. Mac told me Knight was a manwhore in college. He was kinda famous on the campus, and girls like bad boys like him.” “How old was he when he lost his parents?” “Eighteen. He just started college. It was difficult for everyone. It was one of the darkest moments of our lives, but I was grateful he didn’t do drugs or impregnate someone. Instead—” “He trained himself and began fighting in a secret underground fight club.” “Yeah. He told you?” “Yes.” A knock on my door interrupted us. I got up and went to open the door. I froze for a moment before I could speak. “You’re still here.” “A deal is a deal, Nirvana.” He got in without an invitation. “Kailin, go to your room.” Kailin got up, smiling with a salute. “Aye, aye, captain.” “See you tomorrow, Vana. Night.” “Night.” I waited until Kailin shut the door closed. “Why are you here aside from collecting our deal?” “I’m staying here. Tomorrow, we go home to my house
KNIGHT “Can you move a little?” I could hear her heartbeat racing as she gestured at me. “To the center or side?” “To your left, Knight.” There was an irritation in her voice, but at least she hadn’t kicked me out of her room yet, and the night was still young. “This bed fits for both of us, even for three people.” I moved a little. “I’m not letting anyone in. I’m not interested in a threesome, manwhore.” She fixed her pillow and laid on her side, stiffed as a slab. I inwardly growled as I turned to face her. “I didn’t say I want to do a threesome. I want to make things clear between us. I won’t share you with anyone else. Do you understand me? I was trying to say that maybe we’ll have kids someday, and if they want to come to our bed, I will let them. And I want more kids.” “You’re too ahead of yourself, Knight.” She narrowed her eyes at me. “Pull yourself together. We have a lot on our plates right now to think of having a big family.” “This is not helping.” I blew a breath
KNIGHT Kailin laughed. “You two are so dumb. It’s her way of showing she’s into you and she cares. You should have seen her face when you were in that ring. Goddess, my best friend likes you a lot. Just don’t push her too hard.” “Good to know.” “Now go and find her before she runs too far.” “Thanks.” I got up from bed and used the bathroom. I put my clothes back on and got out of her room. Guys were already scattered in the living room. “Can I bring breakfast for you, alpha?” Roisin asked. “Maybe later. I have to find Nirvana.” “She’s probably in the vineyards. I saw her earlier. Thirty minutes ago.” “Thanks.” “I’ll look out for her if she goes out, alpha. With your permission, of course.” “That would be a great idea, Zander. Thanks.” “You’re welcome.” On foot, I went towards the vineyards but couldn’t catch her scent. Finding her on these ten thousand hectares of land was difficult without her phone and our pack link. I made my way toward the cabin. Maybe the guys had g
NIRVANA I woke up wrapped up in his arms. I realized it wasn’t the effect of the mating pull anymore. We liked each other and got along just fine if we were not like cat and mouse. Despite our differences, I really liked this guy. He could be domineering, but I completely understood, considering his line of work and how these guys look up to him. Knight had a reputation and integrity to maintain, and looking at those guys who followed him everywhere without questions and how they respected him, I should, at least, give this relationship a chance. “What are you thinking?” “You can read my mind too?” “No, but when we complete the mating process, we can read each other’s thoughts.” “Yeah, I read it from the book, and we can also sense each other’s emotions or if one of us is hurt or something. Don’t you think it’s a little creepy?” “No. Not at all,” he confidently said as he placed a waffle on my plate. “Do you like syrup or whipped cream?” After I showered earlier, Knight decid
NIRVANA “Is that what you want?” “Yes. I will tell Luka to bring your things here.” “No. I don’t like someone touching my things, but I can go back and pack them, and then I need help carrying them into the car.” “All right.” “Can I avail one of your living rooms or entertainment room?” “To paint?” “No. I want to watch movies.” His smile was from ear to ear. “You can use one of the rooms as your studio. I’ll call someone to clean it up so you can put your things in there.” I sighed deeply. “I’m sorry.” “For what?” “For the troubles.” “I want you to feel at home. Let’s go and watch movies.” “I’m watching a sappy romantic movie. Would you join me?” “Whatever you want.” He opened the door to the entertainment room. “Choose what movie you want to watch. I’ll go make us some popcorn.” “Do you have sodas?” “I’ll bring some.” “Thanks.” I grabbed the remote and scrolled down some movies on the monitor. I chose a biopic movie and paused it when it started rolling. “What are w