HER fork poked thequestionable meat as everyone else on the table talked about something she hadno interest in. Lucas was by her side as always. Since she forgave himyesterday, he didn't want to leave her and was constantly touching her, eitherhis arm around her waist, hand on her thigh or sides slightly grazing eachother. Not that Ava minded at all.She was still slightly hurt about the wholeordeal, worrying about whether she was being too clingy if she asked to see himor follow him some place. It was so much worse because she realised she was inlove with him and the fact that he would shout as her in that way washeartbreaking. But, Lucas' constant need for her presence reassured her that heneeded her as much as she needed him.He didn't tell her why he got so angry or how hewas attacked. But then again, Ava didn't ask. She planned to when they gothome, not wanting to ruin their morning just after they had made up."Baby what's wrong?" Looked up at Lucas,who looked at he
"I can't believeyou're actually doing this." Jackson said as he searched through Ava'swardrobe.They were looking for an outfit that she couldwear for the party but because she'd never been to one before, it was difficultto find something. Ava wanted it to be perfect as she wanted the whole partyexperience, especially knowing she'd probably never be able to go to one again."Doing what?" She asked him distractedlyas she placed more clothes on her bed."Sneaking out. Going to a party. Lying toLucas. Guess little miss good girl isn't so good after all." Jacksonteased, bringing a look of shame to Ava's face.Turning to Jackson, she played with her fingersnervously. "I didn't really lie to him. Miss Barnaby does want me to stayat the children's home. She may not have told me but I can see it in her eyes."He nodded, seemingly unconvinced. "Right. So,what did you tell Lucas you were doing tonight?"Ava bit her lip and muttered, "I said I wouldjust sleep.""A- ""But I will slee
HE was worried. Lucas'meeting with some pack members finished early so he was more than excited aboutseeing Ava quicker than he expected. But when he texted to tell her he wascoming now, she hadn't responded. He sent a thread of messages after that butnone were replied to."Come on... pick up..." he muttered tohimself as he speed walked to the children's home. The only voice he heardthrough the phone was the automated woman.Lucas wracked his brain for any reason she mightbe ignoring him. They had been fine earlier that day and she didn't seem likeshe was still angry about the whole shouting incident. He didn't think that hehad done anything to offend her either. She could've possibly been annoyed thathe didn't let her go to the party but Ava wouldn't ignore him for that.Even so, Lucas rushed to her in hopes that hewould just find her safely tucked in her bed and fast asleep waiting for him.That, however, was not what he found when climbedthrough Ava's window. Her room w
When they arrived at thehouse, it was clear the party had already reached its peak. Lucas didn't go toparties often because he'd prefer to 'party' with Ava. Although, their partiesconsisted of superhero movie marathons, forts and food.Out of the all parties he did go to without Ava,this was by far one of worst. The place was crowded with people he had neverseen before and most, if not all, were drunk. Lucas was even more worried forher.When they stepped in, he couldn't pick up Ava'sscent as the strong overwhelming smell of alcohol and sweat filled the air.But, Lucas spotted her straight away. It seemed like all the attention was on heras she danced.His eyes grew dark at the short dress she waswearing, light reflecting off the sequins on it. Her moves were seductive andsensual as she swayed to the music, entrancing every male in the room. He wasfrozen in his spot and just wanted to watch the beautiful goddess but wasbrought back to reality when foreign hands lay on his
"HE'S dead! Oh mygosh! He's dead! I killed him!" Ava wailed, dropping the shattered bottleonto the floor and sobbing into Mason's shirt.Everybody was silent. The music had stopped longago all that was left was the heavy breathing of an unconscious wolf and Ava'scries. She didn't know what was happening. Her best friend turned into awerewolf and murdered another one right in front of her eyes.She was also kind of flustered over the fact hecalled her his."Ava, relax. You didn't kill him. He's justpassed out from the bottle you hit him with." Connor reassured her.She then realised that the guys didn't seem assurprised as she was. In fact, they just seemed worried but not for the samereason she was. Ava gasped as the sudden thought struck her. "You guysknow about this too! You're werewolves!"Ryan scratched the back of his neck and chucklednervously. "I'm really hoping you don't remember this in themorning." He muttered.The fact that nobody denied her allegation andlooke
Pain was the first thingAva felt when she grew conscious. The second thing was a trail of tingles andelectricity as Lucas ran his nose up and down the side of her neck.The events of last nights were a blur. It all feltlike a dream. Werewolves. Blood. They were all things that were clear but shedidn't want to believe it was true. It couldn't be.Trying to ignore the painful throbbing of herhead, Ava attempted to untangle herself from Lucas but it was difficult withthe firm grip he had on her and that their legs were intertwined. It was to thepoint she had no idea where she started and ended."Stop moving." His husky morning voicesent shivers through Ava's body but she tried her best to hide it. The smirk hehad told her she didn't do a good job."My head hurts." Ava whined and rolledon top of him so she lay flat on her belly and on his chest. She snuggled intohis chest as his arms held onto her waist.He chuckled tiredly. "That's what you get fordrinking.""I hardly had any
EXPLOSIONS were all Lucassaw behind his closed eyelids. They were all he felt in his body as he kissedthe love of his life. His lips tingled as they touched hers and he couldn'tremember how his life had been without this pleasure.He was about to pull away when suddenly, he feltAva tentatively move her lips against his softly. The kiss was gentle andloving. It wasn't lust filled or impulsive. It was sweet and the best feelinghe had ever felt in his life.Lucas loved how neither were experts at kissing asthey had never kissed anyone apart from each other once when they were younger.They learnt together and just did whatever felt natural.This definitely felt natural.Warmth filled his chest and his heart beatincreased with happiness as he realised that his Ava was kissing him back -that she wasn't rejecting him nor pushing him away. At the thought, Lucascouldn't help but smile and pull away from her.He didn't think he had ever smiled so widelybefore as he took in the sight
To Ava:Get ready for 7:00. I'll pick you up for our date.I love you baby girl. xxxFrom Ava:Ok. I wish you'd say where we're going. :( xxTo Ava:Not a chance beautiful. It's a surprise. ;) xxxFrom Ava:Alright. See you soon. I love you too! XxxxLucas' lips curled into a smile as he put hisphone away. Every breath felt lighter, every action easier and every step had aspring because he finally told her he loved her and she knew it wasn't meant ina friendly, sisterly way. She knew he was in love with her and was in love withhim back.He was aware of the people staring at him as hestrolled through the park. All of them were wondering why his smile was widerand his eyes were brighter than usual. Without Ava by his side, the Alpha wouldbe moody and unapproachable so the fact that Lucas looked the way he did wasconfusing as the little Luna was nowhere in sight.He didn't take any notice though and carried on.Lucas knew exactly what his date with Ava was going to be. He had pla