Chapter 2. Mated

Ava

He tugged at my arm with a smile. I smiled back at him, knowing what was next. Mating.

"I wanna show you the bedroom," he said.

"I wanna see the bedroom," I replied.

Rae led me into his bedroom. I had my bath and changed into a form-fitting white dress that accentuated my curves. I felt my cheeks flush as his gaze moved over me, the intensity in his eyes clearly telling me that he liked what he saw.

Slowly he lifted his gaze to mine and our eyes locked. Heat blazed from the depths of them, warming me from the inside, drawing me to him like gravity and I found myself taking a few steps forward.

"Why me Rae?" I asked, still surprised.

He replied, "Because you're my mate, Ava. Can't you feel it? I've wanted you since the day I set my eyes on you, but you weren't of age. I couldn't wait one more day. You are mine, today and forever."

"Forever," I whispered. The moon goddess surely had a sense of humor. Mating me to a future alpha? But what can I do? I've always wanted him too.

He pulled me in by putting his arm around my waist. His free hand gripped my hair roughly and drew my face dangerously near to his as his grip tightened around my waist, forcing our bodies together. I closed my eyes, expecting him to grab me and kiss me brutally, but instead I felt his lips brush across mine with such gentleness that it sent thrills down my spine. My breath caught at the feel of another gentle brush on my lips.

I put my arms around his neck, but he pulled my hair and threw my head back before I could even put my lips to his.

His lips slid deftly over my throat, kissing and nibbling as I clung to him, unable to stand on my own. His hands gripped my hips and went down my back, forcing me further closer to his body as though I wasn't close enough. His scent engulfed my thoughts, impairing my ability to think.

I was lost in a sea of pleasure, drowning. I felt like I was floating on air and my feet were no longer feeling the floor, then I abruptly found myself on the bed with Rae on top of me, trapping my hands above my head. His eyes were burning with need and hunger as he smacked his lips against mine. His kiss was powerful and raw, heating me from the inside out. His hands slid beneath my clothes and stroked me in ways that were at once frightening and sensual.

Rae's kisses turned from sweetly intense to painfully intense, almost bruising my lips. I heard the tearing sound of fabric.

He studied my face, then slowly drew back and removed his shirt. My eyes were veiled with desire and my cheeks flushed. As my eyes swept over his exposed upper torso, he could hear the ferocious pounding of my heart.

Placing my hand on his chest, he held it, sensing that I wanted to touch him. After a little pause, I cautiously started to feel his body with my hands.

I ran my hands down his chest, stomach, up his arms and shoulders, my eyes showing nothing but admiration as I touched him. Then my fingers traveled down his spine and he groaned with pleasure that burned so deep it was nearly painful.

He waited patiently as I satisfied my curiosity and got to know his body, even if he was in a sweet torment. It was his time after I was finished. He brought his body close to mine, using his hips to keep me in place as his lips found mine to kiss. He groaned deep in his throat as his tongue slid across my bottom lip and I writhed beneath him, producing a delicious contact. He repeated the act, aware of the impact it had on me, and I groaned in return. He removed my clothes with ease and used his lips, tongue, and hands to explore my body. I could tell that he enjoyed the taste of my skin, as well as the sound of my moans.

"Rae!" I gasped as he grazed his finger down my inner thighs, coaxing shivers out of me. He did the same thing again but this time with his tongue, making me quiver uncontrollably. He couldn't help but smile at my reaction as he continued teasing me with his lips and tongue.

"Please Rae..." I said breathlessly as my hands fisted in his hair, bringing his face to mine.

He gave me the kiss I desired, and I gave it to him with a fervor that shocked and painfully aroused him at the same time. I let out a cry of delight as his fingers moved between my thighs and felt my tender, hurting skin.

As Rae's hand slowly stroked me, the pressure in the pit of my stomach increased rhythmically with each stroke, leaving me dumbfounded and almost out of breath. As the sensation grew stronger, I dug my fingers into his hair. My muscles tensed, a spasm passed through my body, and I cried out as my head fell back.

I just lay there, my body limp, astonished by what just happened. Whatever it was, I didn't want it to end.

"We're just getting started, honey," Rae whispered in my ear.

And then the kissing and stroking began and my body was on fire once again.

Rae grabbed my hips and I felt a sharp pain, but it was only brief. Then came the amazing sensation of our skin touching and the friction starting a fire inside of me.

He was gentle at first but then he pounded into me like it was his last.

And there went my innocence. We made sweet love all night but something was missing. I was unmarked.

We were mated and that too for three years. Since I was mated to him and we became a significant pack member, I didn't care about Rae's reputation or the fact that he didn't mark me. Marking was a serious decision to take, so maybe he was just taking his time. After all, he loved me. It was enough. Also, I was relieved from the misery of living with my aunt Aurelia.