Karica’s POV“One whole week? No way, I will bring her with me,” Xynathius almost roared, his eyes narrowed at his sister. My mate’s displeasure through the bond was overwhelming, he was not pleased would be an understatement. “That’s not how it works, Xyni. As an alpha, you need to follow and respect traditions. So other members can follow in your footsteps too,” Mom Nashia chided him lightly and lines on his forehead deepened, a film of sadness coated his eyes as his grip tightened around my waist. I guess the deep-seated feeling of me getting separated from him over and over again affected him more than he let on. “Luna Karica will not be harmed. We will keep her safe, Xynathius. I understand after what has transpired you are apprehensive of letting her out of your sight. But trust us. Trust your king,” King Thadieus spoke from near the fireplace where he was perched on comfy cushions with his Queen. I placed my hand on his in a consoling assurance. His muscles were getting too

Karica’s POVThe next morning dawned and I had to leave the pack. Xyn was tightly holding me by my waist. The first rays of the sun were highlighting his sharp sculpted features. I smiled seeing him sleep so peacefully. When I tried to wriggle free of his hold he tightened his grip even further. “Don’t go,” his gentle whisper was embroiled in his sadness. “I wish I didn't but we talked about it, remember,” I asked, caressing his cheek with my thumb. “I don't remember, all I do remember is me buried inside you and screams of your pleasure,” his ebony eyes opened and they stared at me with so much want. My cheeks flushed as all the blood rushed to my face. I had to shake my head at him. “It's rude to keep our guests waiting. You will come for me before we know it,” I leaned down and kissed his cheek and he sighed crushing me to his chest before letting me go. “I will miss you, bed will empty.”“I will miss you too,” with much difficulty I left his comforting arms. Emptiness descen

Xynathius’s POVThis was one of the most excruciating weeks I had ever spent. Our room had her lingering scent permeated in every corner. I tried to keep myself engaged enough during the day but nights were extremely difficult. At times I slept with her nightshirt in my arms just to feel closer to her. Her alluring essence always lulled me into a peaceful sleep, those chemicals in the brain were only produced because of her fragrance now. The days were sluggishly spent as I counted the hours before it would end and a new one would begin. I contacted Thadieus and Shaline daily. Many times over and over. They always reassured me that Karica was immensely enjoying the stay with them and I needn't worry. There was always a lingering hope that I might hear her in the background but I never got lucky. A day before the festival I was sitting in my study contemplating different angles of a future vampire attack. All had been quiet on the Vampire front. I had sent out some spies to gather

Karica’s POVMy mate was finally here. I had missed him immensely but I had also enjoyed all the steps to create this sensual dance for him. His greedy eyes roamed all over my body as if undressing me with his sensual gaze. He was dressed like some Greek god. Half-naked and so tantalising that I wanted to lick him all over. His earthly scent had intensified somehow, they must have given him something similar to me. My question had his heartbeat rising a notch and those fuller lips upturned in a naughty smile. He tilted his head in amusement and spoke through the mind-link. ‘Very much, my sweetness. Why don't you show me more.’His voice was so playful and yet demanding. I openly smiled at his request and gave a small jerk to my breasts. They jiggled and the small bells we had purposefully attached began to tinkle, creating melodic music. My mate’s eyes dilated as they were fixated on my bouncing assets. It was inviting for him as I had only covered the nipples with flowery ornam

Karica’s POVWe spent three days in the dome. They were the most unforgettable days of my life. No one interrupted us, no duties, no disruption and certainly no regrets. I loved every second of this experience with him, especially having him all to myself. His face pressed into my belly as his hands would tightly hold my waist. Recently he has been doing that after we made love and I knew this was his way of expressing that he wanted a baby of his own. With the rate we had been going it wouldn't be surprising that I would be pregnant by the end of our mating season. We made love day and night, at times we forgot time and world, just me and him existed. There was no position we didn't try and everyone of them very exquisite with him. My heat normally passed after three days and we decided to return to the pack. I heavily sighed as I threw a lingering glance at the dome which had been such a romantic reprieve. “You are sad,” Xynathius stated, taking my hand in his and kissing my