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41. You Should Be (Luke POV)
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Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 42. Pushback (Clay POV)
My muscles ached pleasantly as I lowered the dumbbell back into the box, my breath mingling with the early morning air. I grabbed a towel and wiped the sweat off my face, glancing up as the moving truck pulled into the driveway. Omegas emerged from the vehicle, ready to assist with the move. Today was the culmination of everything I'd trained for, fought for, and bled for. I was about to become the Alpha of the pack. Oddly, amid the swirl of emotions, a sense of serenity anchored me. It wasn't just about the title or the responsibilities; it was about a lifetime of lessons from my parents, the elders, and even from my own past mistakes. I'd trained for this moment since I could walk. I had dreamt of this day, and it was unfolding better than I ever hoped. With Lexi, my destined Luna, and Luke, my most trusted friend, beside me, I felt invincible. It was as though every challenge I'd faced had been a stepping stone, preparing me for this very moment. I was ready, not because I had t
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 43. The Dress (Lexi POV)
I watched through the windshield as Clay and Luke darted in and out of the trees, their wolf forms gliding effortlessly through the woods. It was like watching two forces of nature playfully interacting, a display of camaraderie and primal energy that left me both enthralled and introspective. The weight of the impending ceremony settled over me like a gossamer veil, insubstantial yet unmistakably present."Why here? Why now?" I whispered to myself, contemplating the baffling turns of fate that had led me to this moment. Then a thought, uninvited yet impossible to ignore, whispered through my mind: Because they are your mates.The plural form of that word—mates—sent a shockwave through me. My heart pounded wildly, like a frantic drum against my ribcage. Was that even possible? Could the universe indeed be pointing me toward not one but two fates inexorably intertwined with mine?"No, stop," I muttered, gripping the steering wheel so tightly my knuckles turned white. This was no time f
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 44. It's Time (Clay POV)
The moment I saw Lexi standing on the porch of the pack house, enveloped in that radiant dress, something seismic shifted inside me. It was as if the world suddenly crystallized, every blurred edge snapping into laser-sharp focus. I felt as though I'd been skimming the surface of a deep ocean, and now I was plunging headfirst into its depths. The impact was profound, flooring me with the realization that I was utterly, irrevocably in love with her. And not just love—a conviction that she would be an astounding Luna, one that would help redefine what it meant to lead, care, and love a pack. After I set her down from our brief, whirlwind embrace, I led her to the table where Luke and I had been sitting. My hand rested on the back of a chair, pulling it out for her. "Here, sit, love," I said, trying to sound casual despite the cascade of emotions coursing through me. I seated her between Luke and myself, catching Luke's eye as I did. For a brief second, my eyes flashed gold. I had a pr
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 45. No Ordinary Bite (Luke POV)
My world tilted off its axis when Lexi stepped onto that porch. Dressed in that radiant white dress, she looked ethereal, every bit a Luna. I felt love stir within me, sending my emotions into chaos. It was disconcerting, to say the least.Love?My mind buzzed with questions that were answered only by the painful tug in my chest.Everything was a blur from there—the pack's anticipatory zest, Clay challenging his father, and the two grappling in their wolf forms. None of it anchored my attention quite like watching Clay bite Lexi. An unseen blade carved a jagged line through my soul when his fangs met her skin. My heart splintered into pieces, and I wondered why. She couldn't be my fated mate. Yet the emotion that swelled inside me was raw, potent, and spoke of something far more profound than simple affection.The elder ladies—Heidi, Hilda, and Gertrude—hurried to scoop up Lexi, their wise faces lined with reverence for the ritual that had just transpired. They quickly gauged her e
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 46. Catalyst (Clay POV)
Still wrestling with my thoughts, I glanced at Lexi, her eyes already meeting mine as if she sensed the turmoil inside me. "Hilda is running a bath for me. I'm going to go check on it," she said softly, untangling herself from the fragile embrace that held Luke and me together. "I'll come with you," I offered. There was something unspoken, an invitation in her eyes that I couldn't ignore. We left Luke in the living room, the air still thick with emotions none of us knew how to articulate. As we reached the bedroom, Lexi turned toward the bathroom door but paused. "Would you wait here for a moment? I need to talk to Hilda. Alone." "Are you okay?" I asked, the weight of the evening pressing down on me. Worry crept into my voice. She smiled reassuringly. "I'm fine, Clay. I just want to ask Hilda to give us some privacy and thank her." With a nod, I watched her slip into the bathroom, leaving me standing in what was now our bedroom. Pacing back and forth, the weight of what I'd just
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 47. Step By Step (Lexi POV)
When Clay's teeth broke the skin, a cataclysm of sensation and emotion erupted within me. It was as if a thousand volts of electricity coursed through my veins, originating from the point where he marked me, searing through my body and settling deep within my soul. A flood of affection, possessiveness, and connection—all words too simple to define such overwhelming feelings—poured into the very core of my being. An intimate web had been woven, connecting me to Clay in ways I couldn't fully grasp. Every pulse of my heart seemed to echo his name.As I marinated in the aftermath, the arena around me regained its solidity, and I was ushered away. Heidi, Hilda, and Gertrude—the elder triad of our pack—had materialized almost out of nowhere, concerned expressions painting their faces.They guided me through the expansive house, their hands gentle but purposeful as they led me into a quiet room. It smelled of herbs and age, the scent heavy in the air but not unpleasant. They treated the fre
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 48. Told You So (Luke POV)
Awakening, entwined with Lexi, the room soaked in morning light, I noticed Clay's absence immediately. The space beside me was empty, the sheets cool to the touch. A glance at the clock confirmed it: almost 8 a.m. My fingertips grazed the raw wound on my neck, a mark tinged with both physical and emotional sensitivities. Just the touch sent a shudder down my spine, an electric charge that coursed through me, so intense that it seemed to awaken Lexi, who stirred lightly beside me.Compelled by a curiosity I couldn't quite quell, I leaned over and delicately brushed my fingers over Lexi's mark. It was a surreal experience, feeling my own mark tingle in response. For a moment, I was caught between two facets of my personality. The intellectual part of me that yearned to dissect the meaning behind these intricate physical and emotional connections, and the raw, emotional part urging me to let it exist in its beautiful complexity, unanswered for now. I chose to listen to the latter.Unt
Rival Alphas: Dance of Desire 49. Your Omegas (Lexi POV)
Despite the thermostat's claims, the absence of their body heat beside me made the room feel like an icebox. The tingling sensation on my neck puzzled me as I wrapped myself in Luke's oversized, fluffy white blanket that had somehow ended up on the floor. I started my search for them, navigating through a house that was slowly becoming familiar.A sudden encounter with an Omega made him almost jump out of his skin. "I'm so, so sorry, Luna," he stammered."There's no need to be upset. It was an accident," I reassured him, my voice softer than the blanket enveloping me. He mumbled his apology again before disappearing down the hall. Finally, I found them in what looked like Clay's office, engrossed in a conversation that brimmed with the kind of familiarity and warmth I'd always hoped they'd share. The room was alive with a warmth that transcended temperature, a cozy sanctuary. Drawn to Luke and Clay's coziness and reassuring presence, I sprawled across the couch and instantly succum
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