Chapter 6 : Tonight,We Mate

Mikayla gasped as his fingers found her core, her legs parting to allow him access. Lucas's touch sent sparks of pleasure through her body. He caressed her clit, his other hand cupping her breast, rolling her nipple between his thumb and forefinger.

With a low moan, Mikayla pressed harder against him, her need for him increasing rapidly. She could feel the head of .........

-------------------------------------------

Mikayla and Lucas were just fourteen when Mikayla first caught sight of Lucas in the forest and from that moment on, their lives became intertwined

They would sneak away at night, escaping the watchful gaze of their respective packs to find solace in each other's arms. There, they told each other their secrets and shared their dreams, their hearts yearning for one thing,to end up together.

Their love grew stronger day by day, increasing with their numerous secret meetups, but as their eighteenth birthdays came closer, fear began to creep into their hearts , especially Mikayla's. In the Silver Peak Pack, mating was not a matter of choice, only fate could decide.

"What if we're not mated?" Mikayla asked, her voice shaky as she stared into Lucas's eyes, looking for some sort of hope , "What if the Fates have not chosen us?"

Lucas cupped her cheek, his thumb gently caressing her jaw. "Then we will run away," he replied, his voice low but serious. "We'll find a pack that will accept us and recognize our love "

Mikayla's heart relaxed a bit, his words giving her hope. "But what if we are mated?" she whispered, her eyes searching his for answers.

Lucas smiled, his face lightened up and he pulled her closer.

"Then we will be together," he said,in his gentle voice . "

Mikayla's faced beamed with joy at his words. They stayed up for hours that night, their bodies entwined and their hearts beating in sync.

The days passed, and the tension within the pack grew as the mating ceremony approached.

On the eve of their nineteenth birthdays, the elders of the pack gathered in the Great Hall, the atmosphere was really heavy with anticipation. Mikayla's turn came and she stood before them, awaiting the verdict.

"Daughter," one of the elders began, his voice solemn and steady. "Who is your chosen mate?"

Mikayla took a deep breath, her heart racing as she prepared to speak .

" Lucas," she replied, her voice strong and clear. "I choose Lucas."

"Lucas, do you accept this mating?" he asked, turning his gaze upon Lucas.

Lucas looked at Mikayla, "I do," he said, his voice strong and sure. "Mikayla is my chosen mate " .

The elders nodded and proceeded with their rituals,mixing liquids in a bowl and passing the bowl amongst themselves .

A few minutes later,their faces breaking into smiles as they raised their hands in approval.

"Then it is done," the first elder declared, his voice ringing through the hall.

The pack erupted into cheers, the hall echoing with howls of joy and congratulations. Mikayla and Lucas hugged each other, their hearts filled with happiness as they were surrounded by their mates.

Later that night, they slipped away, back into the forest where their love had first started.The moon shone bright above them, the stars twinkling in the sky.

"We did it," Mikayla said , her body pressed against Lucas's as they lay beneath the trees. She was unaware of the turmoil in Lucas's heart as he lay with her acting like everything was okay with him.

-----------------------------------------

A month passed and the unexpected happened, Lucas' father,the Alpha passed in his sleep.

In the Silver Peak Pack, tradition was very essential and a core part of the pack. The new Alpha had to be sworn in as soon as possible but on the condition that he was married to his mate and their union consummated before the mantle could be passed to him.

If he was sworn in before their union was consummated,he could die or he and Mikayla could lose their wolves permanently . The Alpha was not just a leader, but a symbol of strength and unity and so there were many rules that had to be upheld.

When Lucas's father passed, his duty to take on the mantle became a call that could not be ignored anymore ,a call he'd been running from all his life. Just one thing kept everyone waiting now, for him to marry Mikayla.

Yet, Lucas's heart went in a different direction. The memories of his father's maltreatment of his mother haunted him, a secret he kept hidden from everyone around him , even Mikayla. He was scared of turning out like his father.

---------------------------------------------

It was exactly month since the late Alpha was buried and since Lucas disappeared from the pack.

His disappearance caused worry in the pack and affected everyone. Mikayla was the most affected,she cried herself to sleep everyday and starved herself. Her wolf getting weaker and weaker as the days went by.

Lucas had left to the Moon Crown pack where no one knew him. He spent his time there thinking seriously about the responsibility that would be on him if he returned home. It seemed hard but he knew he had to return,his wolf was getting weaker by the second and he knew why.

It was because Mikayla's wolf was getting weaker ,if she lost her wolf ,he could lose his wolf too ,forever.

While Lucas was away battling his fears, Mikayla believed he would be back. Her love for Lucas ran deep and so did her understanding of the importance of tradition within their pack. She knew the moment she was mated to Lucas, their lives were entwined forever, but the effect his absence had on her and her wolf made her understand things even more.

And then one day,she felt a strong urge to go to the forest, where she and Lucas bared themselves to each other since they were fourteen.

She sat under the trees as usual when she heard steps approaching. She knew immediately, without turning back that her lover had come home.

She remained seated , tears dropping from her eyes when Lucas came behind her.With a heavy sigh, Lucas held Mikayla from behind,his eyes filled with tears ,his voice trembling . "I'm sorry, my love. he said, holding her tightly" I was scared but I'm ready now,if you'll still be mine, please " .

----------------------------------------------

The night of the mating ceremony came. Mikayla stood in her room ,her heart racing as she prepared for the moment that would bind her forever to Lucas.

The knock at the door was soft, Lucas stepped in, his eyes falling on Mikayla immediately, his breath was quickening ,she looked extra beautiful tonight.

Without a word, he took Mikayla into his arms, his lips taking hers in a fiery kiss. Their bodies melted into each other's. Lucas's hands exploring her curves while their hearts were racing. Lucas slowly pushed the tiny straps of Mikayla's gown off her shoulders , letting it slide to the floor .

She stood before him, naked and beautiful, the moonlight was casting shadows upon her skin. Lucas looked at her, his eyes filled with desire, his wolf stirring within him, eager to claim his Luna.

"Tonight,we mate" he said before leading her to the bed, the covers welcoming them as they fell upon it. Their kisses continued, the heat between them rising with each caress. Lucas's hands went through every inch of Mikayla's body.

Mikayla gasped as his fingers found her core, her legs parting to allow him access. Lucas's touch sent sparks of pleasure through her body. He caressed her clit, his other hand cupping her breast, rolling her nipple between his thumb and forefinger.

With a low moan, Mikayla pressed harder against him, her need for him increasing rapidly. She could feel the head of his cock against her opening.

Lucas teased her, slowly pushing the tip of his shaft inside her, letting a moan escape her lips. "Say it, my love," he whispered, his voice filled with desire. "Say you're mine."

Mikayla nodded, "I'm yours, Lucas," she said and her words awakened his wolf even more and with one swift thrust, Lucas tucked himself fully inside her, his wolf howling within him as he claimed his mate for the first time.

Mikayla cried out in ecstasy, the sensation of him filling her felt new ,unlike anything she'd ever experienced before.

They moved together as one, their bodies in harmony as the pleasure increased. Mikayla clung to him, her fingers digging into his back, her hips rising to meet his every thrust.

Lucas growled, his rhythm quickened as he edged closer to his climax. Mikayla's breath was ragged, her whole body shivering with pleasure as Lucas pounded into her . His thrusts were relentless as his body slammed against hers

The room was filled with the sounds of their lovemaking, the headboard banging against the wall in time with their movements. Mikayla's moaning pushing Lucas on, his cock pulsing as he neared his peak.

"Come with me," he growled, his voice raw with passion. "Come, my Luna."

Mikayla felt the pleasure coiling within her, threatening to overwhelm her. With one final thrust, she collapsed, her body convulsing as she released, her inner muscles tightening around him.

The feel of her climaxing around him sent Lucas over the edge, his own orgasm ripping through . He pushed himself deeper into her, releasing his seed and filling her as he howled his release.

They collapsed against each other, panting. They were now one ,not just Mikayla and Lucas but Alpha and Luna of the Silver Peak Pack.