Alice's (POV) - I was sitting opposite the most gorgeous man I had ever seen. His green eyes stared intently at me. He had folded back his black shirt up to his elbows and I could not stop admiring his hands which were covered with taut muscles."Well, if you are done admiring me, can we proceed with 'the talk'?" He smirked, making a quotation symbol with his hand.I blushed. I do not think I have ever blushed in my life. We were seated in Rick's library/study. I had managed to convince Lucian to discuss our little 'arrangement'. Rick's study was soundproof, which would prevent our conversation from leaking out.Rick was quite apprehensive to leave me alone with Lucian. But he would never hurt me, I knew. Mates did not hurt each other."I wasn't admiring you!" I glared at him.His lips twitched, and he leaned closer and said softly," I can smell your arousal. Do not deny it."I blushed a shade deeper and cleared my throat."Let's sti

Alice "Wow!" My anger, resentment, and escape plans were on the back burner. I was busy staring at the tall, lush green trees. There were miles and miles of trees, much more than Jade moon territory."You like it?" Lucian asked, his green eyes reflecting the greenery below."You have a river!" I exclaimed excitedly as I looked down at the Blue Ribbon of water snaking through the deep green. It was beautiful. Then I spotted the buildings. At first, they just appeared like a mass of grey and whites. There was a huge central courtyard, garden, whatever you might call it. The size of a football field. It was surrounded by buildings, several of them. The helicopter landed in this lush grassy courtyard.Avoiding the loud noise and the wind lashing around us, Lucian helped me climb out of the helicopter. The ride had been short, about 45 minutes. I guessed his minions would be arriving by road. The copter flew off. I bet Lucian had a

I could barely believe I was almost cordial with him, a few hours ago, thanks to the thrilling helicopter ride, and then him carrying me so romantically. I tried to bury such thoughts away. I mean what was I thinking? We would be living together, naturally, he would expect.... Certain things. I was so obsessed with avoiding getting marked, I forgot about this.Us being intimate.My wolf was excited, being the pervert she was. I hated that a part of me was also turned on by the prospect. I was dripping wet already. Last time when he had.... well....done things. The throbbing arousal that he had evoked despite my reluctance...... I bit my lip, trying not to linger on the thought."You know you look very sexy when you do that."He said silkily, his eyes glued to my lips. Seriously, what is this obsession with lip biting? I never got it."Aren't you being a bit dramatic? Can we just call For a truce and forget it?" I tried to reason with him as I felt his hand slowly snaking

Alice I hugged myself and took a few short deep breaths, as Lucian left to shower. My nipples were incredibly sensitive, I was fuming and turned on all at the same time! Only someone like Lucian could do both, making me angry and horny at the same time. I got dressed and was contemplating what to do with myself when he emerged from the shower shirtless and wearing a pair of pyjama pants. Darn it! I thought."Well, are you ready yet?" He asked casually while I tried not to stare drool or lunge at him. "I am ready," I replied.He stared at me for a few seconds, then strode towards me."You are going to drive all the males crazy down there, you reek of arousal." He said, with a taut face. "I..... I can't help it," I mumbled incoherently."Yes, you can, but you are stubborn," he replied, then ran his hand through his hair. He smelled wonderful, musky with a hint of mint. His wet hair was falling on his forehea

Alice's POV - I felt Lucian's presence behind me as soon as Eliza had spoken up. I admit I was glad he was there. Lena, my wolf was suddenly on the edge, and Eliza's questions did not make things easier.  Somehow, I was never comfortable talking about dad's death. The people in my pack knew it, but here it was a different ball game. People were going to ask a question."Sorry to interrupt, but your Luna is now tired. So, it's time we break the party."Lucian announced as he placed his hand on my shoulder, gesturing me to leave. Though I enjoyed the dinner, I was glad to leave. My eyes were drooping. I did not realize I was tired. I was ushered back into the Alpha quarters soon after. "You were great! " Lucian said while smiling at me."I enjoyed it too," I beamed, which was a genuine answer."Did you meet vampires in Europe?" He asked while sitting on the couch and pulling me next to him.I laughed."Aunt Flora has many fr