Aaron had ordered grilled beef while I was still asleep, so even when he made us breakfast, he had himself sorted out. He served breakfast, and we sat at the table to eat. His pancake tasted delicious, and it was perfect with the milk. Yet, I wanted the grilled beef, which he ate, and when he noticed my longing stare at the piece in his hand, he offered it to me. Of course, I couldn’t take it. Zion sat at the table, and I had always taught him this thing called contentment and wanted to lead by example. So I shook my head and thanked him.Aaron informed me he had also ordered clothes he could change into since he knew I had none in the house, or I would have given them to him.I had no issue with that, and I thanked him for breakfast before standing up. Today was a long day, and I had a few things to do. I had to start by cleaning up and bathing myself and Zion.I did not know if I said it out loud, but Aaron beat me to it, picking up the plates and heading back to the kitchen. When I

The month that followed flew by. I divided my time between work, Zion, and Lionel.Four weeks ago, I reported to the university because, though it was the exam period when I disappeared, they still needed my presence there. Mr Tobi, the vice chancellor, however, told me Aaron had stepped in and informed him why I wasn’t present. I didn’t know what Aaron told him, but it sounded genuine enough because Mr Tobi believed it and granted me pardon for the days I missed. I didn’t know what exactly he told them, and I didn’t ask.Daniel also came back two weeks ago and apologised, claiming he had overreacted. When I asked him what changed his mind, he admitted Aaron had come to his house to speak to him. In his words, Aaron had admitted to kissing me and that I only kissed back because he made me. He also told him that in the week I spent with him, I had welcomed no form of entanglement because I had him in mind. Somehow, Daniel believed him and returned.I was happy about his return. I was al

A week later.We stepped out of the children’s clothing shop, where we had gotten a few new clothes and birthday outfits for Zion. Aaron wanted to get more, but I had to inform him we were dealing with Zion, who was still a few weeks away from turning five. Yes, his father was a millionaire with money to toss around as he pleased, but I didn’t want Zion to get used to having too much glamour in life at such a tender age. Besides, my salary, although good enough, could only go so far when compared to Aaron’s.Today was a less busy day for me. Zion was with Diya, and my lectures ended in the early hours of the day. Just like we did last week, Aaron and I made plans for his upcoming birthday. Aaron’s dedication to me warmed my heart, and he stayed consistent in asking for my input on everything, even though I gave him the green light to plan the birthday. He had appreciated my opinion most days, but today it was a different case.While Aaron set the shopping bags into the boot of the car,

‘He’s still the same man. Judging him just for being a werewolf would mean judging Zion as well.’Zion would always be Zion in my eyes, my beloved son.Aaron had a different story.“You’re not alone.” I spoke, my eyes flickering from his lips up to meet his gaze: “I have thought about the kiss more than I should have, Aaron.”He took a step closer, and I felt the heat coming off his body, and the hairs on my body rose on alert.His hand lifted to my face, and my breath hung in my throat, but I didn’t pull away or push him off. To an extent, I wanted this. I wanted him.He leaned in and took my lips into his wet, soft ones for a brief kiss that ignited all the emotions I’ve experienced in the past week, from lust to need and desperation.The kiss deepened, and his tongue pushed into my mouth, and I allowed him in to taste and dominate. My nipples grew hard and pressed against my breast pad. We were kissing out here in the open, and despite being at the corner of the hall, anyone whose a

“Oh,” he seemed rather puzzled, and I heard his footstep coming even much closer, making my heart pick up its pace. “That’s the first.”“How is it the first? We were intimate, and then you act as if nothing like that ever happened.”“I hope I’m safe.” He breathed, and it sounded more flirty than scared.“We will find out together,” I answered, and then I turned to him. I dragged a deep breath at the sight of the man who now stood before me in a white round-necked polo and black jeans trousers. He seemed to have also been playing with water because his hair, although not dripping, looked wet. A few strands fell into his face, shielding his alluring eyes and puffy, red lips. He looked as gorgeous as ever. It took much control not to reach for him.I dragged in a deep breath and returned to reality to meet Aaron’s eyes, staring at me from head to toe. If I wasn’t mistaken, there was a desire in his eyes as he beheld me.The first goal was reached.“You look beautiful. It’s as if you got r