The drive to the restaurant is filled with light conversation, laughter, and an ease that speaks of the deep connection we share. Once seated in the cozy, dimly lit corner I had reserved, we order our food, but it’s clear that neither of us is particularly focused on eating. “So, tell me everything
Verena chuckles, and I can picture her shaking her head. “You’re laying it on thick tonight, Niklaus. What’s got you in such a good mood?” “Just being with you does it,” I confess, letting my sincerity bleed through the flirtation. “Makes me realize how much I miss you when you’re not around.” The
Verena The sunlight streams through the large windows of the sunroom, casting warm patterns on the floor where Kris and I sit, our tea cups sending up little wisps of steam. We’ve just wrapped up another grueling training session, and while my muscles ache, my mind is buzzing with an insatiable nee
The resolve in her words bolsters my spirits. “I want to be ready. I won’t let him harm anyone I love.” Kris reaches over, squeezing my hand. “And you won’t be alone in this fight. You have Axton, you have me, and apparently, you have an incredibly handsome Alpha werewolf who is besotted with you.”
“Hmm, how did you know I love red lace on you?” he says with a smirk, running a finger over my slit before he pulls my panties down. Then he takes the garment and puts it in the back pocket of his slacks. “For safekeeping.” “Safe keeping — Oh, fuck,” he cuts me off when I feel him flatten his tongu
Verena I wake up to the soft, gray light of morning filtering through the curtains, and for a moment, I lie still, allowing the remnants of a dream—a very vivid dream involving Niklaus—to linger in my mind. The memory of last night’s reality, though, quickly nudges the dream aside. I can’t beli
I step out, smoothing down my dress, and look up to see Niklaus waiting in the lobby. His presence is like a magnet; instantly, I feel drawn, my earlier anxieties melting away at his smile. He offers his arm, which I take, and he leads me toward the elevators. “I hope you’re hungry. I’ve prepared s
Niklaus Lying in the plush bed of my hotel room, the soft hum of the city below barely permeates the thick glass windows. My thoughts linger on Verena, her smile, the warmth of her touch, and the promise we made tonight. A contented smile spreads across my face; she’s finally accepted me, agreed