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Chapter 311 - Mermaids In The Lake (4)

By the time Damon and Mindy reached the beach, Tony, Axel, and others were on their feet, looking in the direction of the lake.

"What's up with Max?", Caden asked Damon.

"Tanya is in trouble. Get us a boat out there. We might need a rescue operation.", Damon said while pulling the t-shirt over his head.

Damon could see three heads above water, and one of those three was definitely Talia. Damon hoped that Talia won't do anything foolish, and he was eager to go there and ensure she stays above the water.

Damon felt Talia's anxiousness bubbling up and he wondered if she will do something extraordinary again. He would love to see what all she can do, but at the same time, he didn't want anyone else to see it.

The things he saw so far would put Talia on a list of wanted people.

No one would be comfortable if they knew that Talia can swat people in the air without touching them. Many would try to use her and when they realize that's not possible, they would do their best to eliminate her. That's not happening. Not on Damon's watch.

Damon jumped into the water and hoped that he will reach there before Talia exposes how amazing she is.

Caden's eyes lost focus for a moment as he called for the rescue boat to come.

Damon's parents made an order that boating was not allowed on that lake. No one knew why they did that, but Damon didn't change that rule. However, they had a few boats on the side for emergencies. Caden now instructed warriors to take one of those boats and use Maya as their guideline where to go.

"Damon ordered that we shouldn't go underwater in an attempt to find Tanya. If Max can't find her, no one can.", Caden said and turned to Mindy. "You come with me. You are the only one who can mind-link Max and tell us what's going on down there."

With that, Caden went into the water. Tony, Axel, Tyler, and others also followed and Mindy quickly started removing her dress.

Tony was swimming with Kalina as his destination, and he cursed internally. He didn't like Tatiana because she was bossy and looked at him like he used some despicable method to make Kalina his mate. But if something happens to Tatiana, and Kalina finds out that Tony just sat there and allowed Tatiana to go in the water, Kalina might blame him.

Axel was excited while wondering if he will get to see Talia doing something extraordinary. He already saw her swimming at the speed comparable to an Alpha, and if he was right about her, she had more to offer.

'Max, talk to me…', Mindy urged him through the mind-link while swimming. 'We are all going to the center of the lake and Damon called for a rescue boat. We need to know what's going on down there.'

'Do you think I have time to narrate what's happening?', Maddox seethed.

Mindy knew he was right, but many people expected her to be in charge of communication. How can she tell them that Maddox was not cooperating?

'I understand. Focus on finding Tanya and let me know if anything important happens.'

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In the lake, Maya, Kalina, and Talia noticed the group approaching them swiftly.

Damon was in front with Axel coming second. Tony, Caden, and the rest followed behind them.

"I told you something is wrong.", Kalina said. "Why else would all of them come here?"

"Caden said that we shouldn't go down.", Maya warned Kalina. She could see that Kalina was on the verge of going underwater. "Max is there to get Tanya."

"Do you expect me to sit here and wait?", Kalina asked in disbelief.

Maya knew that Kalina had a point, but… "You saw what's down there. Visibility is low and with all the kelp, it's nearly impossible to find one person. You won't find her, and you might get lost also. Max has the bond to guide him. Trust him."

"I don't know if I can leave my sister's life in Max's hands.", Kalina said grumpily. She didn't know Maddox well, and that little she knew was mostly related to womanizing. Just that morning two naked women dashed from his room AFTER Tatiana was inside. Kalina saw it with her own eyes. "I don't trust him."

Maya knew that Kalina had her reasons, however... "You don't trust him, but you should trust Tanya's mate. Max will do everything he can to keep her safe."

Damon's heart was in place the moment he and Talia touched.

Talia wrapped her arms around his neck and she was relieved that Damon was there. He always had a solution for everything.

"Tanya is down there for a while.", Talia said. "What will happen if she runs out of air?"

"Don't worry. Max will get her.", Damon did his best to comfort her.

"If no one else will go down there, I will.", Kalina snapped. Tony was trying to get her to settle down, but she was only getting more anxious by the second.

"Mindy", Tony called. "Is Max saying anything?"

"He is making his way through the kelp.", Mindy responded and turned to Kalina. "If you go, you will only become another person that needs rescuing."

Kalina's face fell, and she turned to Tony. "Do you really expect me to wait here while my sister is running out of air?"

Tony could feel her emotions. "I know, sweetie. But Mindy is right. Max is the strongest Alpha here, after Damon. Max has the mate bond to guide him."

Kalina turned to Damon. "You are the strongest. Go and help Max."

Damon didn't think twice before agreeing. He was not sure if he can help, or if he can even find Maddox, but he was uncomfortable just floating there and waiting. Damon was never part of the audience and if something happens to Tatiana on his watch, it will be a stain on his reputation.

Damon looked at Talia. "Wait for me, kitten."

"You are not going down there without me.", Talia said with all the seriousness in the world. She inched closer and nudged Damon's nose with hers. "Always together. Remember?", she reminded him in a whisper, and Damon's lips lifted into a smile.

To everyone's shock, Damon and Talia went underwater at the same time.

"How can Talia go, and I can't?", Kalina asked with disapproval obvious in her voice?

"Talia can take care of herself.", Maya responded.

Maya vividly remembered the feeling of nearly kissing the floor after Talia saw the racy video of Damon and Marcy, and she also remembered other occasions when Talia made Alphas bow to her. Talia is a gentle person, but when she is angry or determined, Maya was confident that Talia compares to Damon.

Of course, Axel suspected there was more behind Maya's words. "Can you elaborate on that?"

Maya shrugged. "Just the fact that Alpha Damon will let Talia go down there should tell you that she is capable. He is the one training her personally, so he knows best. You should ask him."

Axel responded with a stiff nod. With Maya shifting this onto Damon, she clearly told him that he won't get any answers from her.

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Chapter 312 - Mermaids In The Lake (5)

The boat arrived with two warriors rowing.

There are a few boats on standby in case of emergencies on the lake, however, motorized engines were not allowed.

The boat had benches on each side, allowing for about twenty people to sit. It had a canopy for shade, and under the benches were floating devices, blankets, and a first aid kit.

One by one, people climbed on the boat. There was no point in floating in the water and waiting. They all took seats and stared into the water in suspenseful silence.

Paul, Nate, and Greg knew that the sister of their future Luna is in danger, Mindy's brother was down there looking for his mate, Caden and Maya felt responsible as hosts, and Axel and Tyler joined the overall solemn atmosphere.

Tony put his arms around Kalina from the back, and she leaned over the edge, hoping to see something. Anything.

Every second was agonizingly long.

…

The moment Talia and Damon went underwater, Damon put Talia's hands on his shoulders, and she responded with a nod, silently telling him that she won't let go.

Damon was diving deeper and deeper, and Talia's eyes were wide open as she tried to get a sense of their surroundings.

Talia didn't have much confidence in her underwater-rescue skills, so... why did she go with Damon?

Because she felt responsible.

Talia was the one who allowed Tatiana to go down. She could have stopped her. If anything happens to Tatiana, Talia would never forgive herself.

With every stroke of Damon's limbs, Talia's heart tightened at the realization that the situation was not good. The sunlight was reducing, and the water was getting murkier. To make things worse, kelp started surrounding them, blocking that little visibility they could have otherwise. The chances of them finding Tatiana or Maddox were slim to none.

Damon stopped moving when they found themselves in a clearing with kelp surrounding them on all sides. He looked around, in an attempt to pick a direction.

After some time of finding nothing useful to help him decide, Damon glanced over his shoulder and his eyes met Talia's.

Talia's heart skipped a beat when she realized that Damon was asking her to pick which way to go.

That was such a big responsibility!

No matter which way they went, the chances were in favor of them moving away from two people they were hoping to find, but if they stayed in place, they would be doomed for failure.

She wanted to shake her head and tell him that he should decide, but he looked at her with confidence, and she decided to give it a try.

Talia scrambled her brain for answers. She couldn't pick a direction randomly. There had to be a way to make an informed decision.

The sense of smell was useless, and her ears buzzed from the swooshing of water. Touch was also not useful, and the only thing that could produce results would her sight. But the environment was not friendly, and no matter how much she looked around, she couldn't see anything useful.

Talia's impatience mixed with anxiety. She couldn't waste any more time. Every second was precious!

Talia really wished for a way to determine where Tatiana and Maddox were. Maybe an x-ray vision, or a radar like what submarines have...

Damon looked at Talia and he could see her expression changing with her thoughts. She was a completely open book as he could also feel the fluctuation of her emotions. He knew she was trying to come up with something. Was this too much pressure for her?

Anything was better than just staying in place. He thought of telling her to give up and he would pick a random direction, but before he could tap her shoulder, Damon froze at the sight of Talia's eyes that flickered in silver light.

Damon's heart thundered against his chest. It was happening! His kitten was about to accomplish something amazing!

He watched without blinking as Talia moved her hand and pointed in a direction.

Damon didn't understand the power Talia had, but he knew it was extraordinary. That same power saved his life and healed his injuries, and he trusted it completely.

Talia gripped Damon's shoulders, and he dove deeper among kelp with Talia holding onto him.

It didn't take long before Damon lost his way. With currents dragging them in different directions and kelp providing the ever-changing yet the same view, it was easy to get lost, however, Talia's hand would move next to his face and he could see her index finger navigating them toward their goal.

Talia didn't understand what happened, but somehow, her vision changed, and she could see two humanoid outlines in the darkness. It was almost like all the kelp disappeared and two bodies glowed in the murky water.

Some heat was stirring in the pit of her stomach, but she ignored it because it was important to focus on those two bodies and not lose sight of them.

The closer they got, the clearer Talia could see, and she frowned when she recognized that the unmoving body, tangled in kelp was Tatiana.

Maddox was fervently trying to make way through dense kelp in order to reach her. However, the kelp was tough and flexible, covered in slippery leaves, with stems that were thicker than Talia's arm. It was nearly impossible to break them, and they moved with the currents, creating rows after rows of impregnable defense lines.

Talia gripped Damon's shoulder and he stopped swimming.

If they went any closer, they will get stuck also.

She needed a solution. That kelp needed to go. Or if the kelp stops swaying, it would be easier to move around. Yes. If the currents stop for a few seconds, Maddox would reach Tatiana and solve the crisis.

Talia's vision blurred and she looked at Damon as the hot feeling in her stomach increased, threatening to burn her alive.

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Maddox was frustrated. He could feel that Tatiana was close.

However, the kelp was thick and slippery, swaying with the currents and blocking his way. He tried to swim between kelp, but that really slowed him down as the leaves were long and sticky. The more he messed with the kelp, the more tangled he would get.

To make things worse, he had a feeling like his connection with Tatiana was getting weaker.

He panicked. Was he losing her?

Somewhere from his right, the darkness exploded in silvery light, illuminating everything clearly like a full moon descended to the bottom of the lake.

Maddox gaped. What's going on?

It took him a moment to realize that everything stilled. Nothing was moving… except for him.

Maddox used this opportunity to slip between kelps and he could see strands of dark hair peeking among the underwater foliage. Was he too late?

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Up on the boat...

"What's that!?", Kalina exclaimed when she saw silvery-white light coming from the depths of the lake. It exploded suddenly, creating a massive light sphere, and then it pulsated while dimming.

Everyone came to that side of the boat and stared down.

"Mermaids…", Maya said under her breath, and then she elbowed Caden. "I told you they were there!"

 

Chapter 313 - Mermaids In The Lake (6)

"PAAAH!", Maddox inhaled loudly when he came out of the water with Tatiana in his arms.

"Max! Here!", Mindy waved from the boat. Maddox mind-linked Mindy that they were coming up to the surface, so everyone was on alert.

It took less than a second for people on the boat to see that Tatiana was non-responsive.

Paul, Nate, Axel, and Tyler swiftly jumped in the water to help Maddox.

Tony held back Kalina with, "Tanya is coming here. Wait for her."

Maddox had no intention to let anyone else touch Tatiana, but he couldn't climb on the boat with her in his arms.

Maya and Caden held Tatiana's shoulders and pulled her on the boat, and Maddox jumped on without removing his anxious gaze from Tatiana.

Maddox pushed others out of the way as he kneeled next to Tatiana who was lying on the boat's floor.

He swatted Kalina's hands away harshly and didn't pay any heed when Tony told him to be mindful of others.

Kalina understood Maddox's concern because Tatiana was his mate and she gave them space. Just seeing that Tatiana was there and alive was enough for Kalina.

Maddox patted Tatiana's cheeks and called, "Tanya… Tanya… Wake up, Tanya…"

Tatiana was pale and unresponsive, but Maddox was confident that he never saw a more beautiful woman in his life. Tatiana was perfect. His Goddess. Why won't she open her gorgeous eyes and look at him?

He wouldn't mind if she started shouting and scolding him again. He will take another slap also, as long as she wakes up.

"She swallowed water.", Caden said to Maddox and then spoke to two warriors who were holding oars. "Take us to the shore, close to the pack hospital." He mind-linked Travis to expect a patient who has lungs full of water.

"What about Miss Talia and Alpha Damon?", Axel asked.

"They are aware that Alpha Maddox found Tatiana and that we are heading to the pack hospital.", Caden responded and waved at warriors to hurry.

Axel, Paul, Tyler, and Greg grabbed spare oars and rowed so that the boat moves faster.

Maddox's mind scrambled with ideas on how to awaken Tatiana, and he remembered CPR.

He pried Tatiana's mouth open and blew.

Maya understood what Maddox was doing, and she knelt on the other side of Tatiana to start chest compressions since any guy who would get close caused Maddox to growl uncontrollably.

No one was breathing while they waited for Tatiana to come around.

The popular belief is that werewolves can't die from drowning, but no one was completely sure about that, and that's what made them all wait in tense silence while the atmosphere became heavier with every passing second.

From a young age, all werewolves were aware of their good health and lifespans that can extend for a few centuries. The elders would warn them that they can die from wolfsbane and silver poisoning, and werewolves will also die if their heart is removed, or they get decapitated.

However, no one talked about drowning. But… werewolves need air, so what happens when one can't breathe for a long time? Will Tatiana suffer brain damage or does that only applies to humans?

Everyone had their own thoughts, and they were getting grimmer as time progressed.

Maddox was not thinking about anything other than getting Tatiana back into the world of conscious people. He could feel the bond between them, and he knew she was not dead, but the bond was weak and he needed to see her open those eyes.

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Tatiana was lost in the darkness.

'Am I dead?', she wondered.

Tatiana imagined that once she dies, there will be wolf-angels guiding her soul to purgatory, or maybe there was nothing after death, and this… just what was this?

Darkness and silence surrounded her, but she was completely aware even though she couldn't move a muscle.

Wonderful sparks danced around her lips and on her cheeks, and there was a hint of delicious coffee around her.

The best coffee ever, the one she ruined instead of savoring it for the rest of her life. Maddox.

Was this her punishment? Maybe she was dead in hell, doomed to an eternity of not moving or seeing, but her other senses reminded her of Alpha Maddox River, the one that got away.

She would give anything for another chance. She wouldn't be so prideful and she would give him a chance to prove that he will be loyal and considerate and that he will fuck her until she loses her voice.

But Tatiana was painfully aware that there were no such things as second chances in life. One must be determined and push forward… however, which way is forward after death?

Ah! It was all her fault!

Tatiana wanted to scream, but her chest felt stuffy, and she was unable to inhale.

"Come on, Tanya…", a deep voice murmured close to her ear. "You can do this… come on…"

There! Her torment went up by a few notches because she could even hear his deep sexy voice telling her to come!

But hell was all about suffering and she was quite confident that there will be no orgasms there.

Instead of entangling herself with her mate, she pushed him away, and things went south and now she was stuck in hell with only reminders of what could have been.

Tatiana felt pressure in her chest. Once, twice…

'COUGH! COUGH!'

A violent cough ripped through Tatiana's chest, which came with immense pain, and she felt warm and gross liquid filling her mouth, and then her body turned to the side as addictive sparks moved to her shoulder.

On the boat, there was a collective exhale of relief as Tatiana spat the murky water. She was alive.

Tatiana blinked as fuzzy images regained focus and she could see concerned expressions of Kalina and Tony and Maya and Mindy and… she turned her head toward the shoulder where the sparks were coming from. Maddox.

He was kneeling by her side, with water drops all over his body, a chiseled masterpiece made of hard muscles.

Was this part of her punishment also? If she reaches to touch him, will he disappear?

Maybe not. It all looked real. It seems she didn't die.

Tatiana pressed her lips into a line as she understood the sparks and the scent. It was Maddox helping her expel the water from her lungs, and he was the one who got her out of that damned kelp.

In an instant, she remembered that she ended up in trouble as she recklessly went to search for her sister who was obviously fine. The only ones not fine were Tatiana and Maddox. Why was he sad?

Maddox looked at Tatiana with an unreadable expression.

"Can you hear me? How are you feeling?"

Tatiana was feeling like shit and there was a nasty taste in her mouth like she ate mud, but none of those mattered. Maddox was right there, she actually got a chance to fix things with him, and that was the only thing she could focus on.

She gave him a small nod.

"I'm glad you are fine.", Maddox said. He really was.

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Chapter 314 - Mermaids In The Lake (7)

In slow motion, Maddox reached to touch Tatiana's cheek with the tips of his fingers. Delightful sparks jolted his mind, and he observed Tatiana who was lying on the floor of the boat and looking at him without moving a muscle.

He didn't expect her to thank him, or to say anything kind. After all, he did what he wanted to do, and no one forced him.

Their every interaction so far ended either with an argument or with her ignoring him. If they stop this meet right here, it should be considered a success.

What Maddox really wanted to do was to embrace her tightly until they merge into one so that she always stays by his side. He wanted to caress and kiss her all over, but instead of doing any of that, Maddox moved to stand up.

By now, Tatiana realized that all this was real. She ended up in trouble and Maddox rescued her. Why did he bother with her? How did he find her?

They argued, and she left the bar without even acknowledging him. He is her mate, yet she ignored him. That must have hurt, and he still came when she needed him. Wasn't that proof of his words how he will do anything in his power to provide for her?

He spoke about taking care of her, and she doubted if that was all bullshit just to get into her panties and that he won't care about her beyond the bedroom. After all, the only things she heard about Alphas was that they are powerful and lusty, and her initial impression of Maddox was just like that. But now he rescued her, and it seems that he was leaving even though his gaze was full of longing.

How can she allow him to leave?

Maddox's knees rose off the floor when he froze in an awkward half-squat. He would wonder who was holding onto his wrist, but the sparks prickling his skin told him it was Tatiana.

He looked at his wrist, to confirm that delicate fingers with a few golden rings on them were wrapped around his wrist, and then he moved his gaze to look at Tatiana questionably.

Tatiana wanted to thank him for rescuing her. She wanted to tell him that she will give him a chance. She wanted to acknowledge him as her mate and to tell him that treating her well doesn't necessarily mean romantic dinners and flowers and presents… she wanted to say many things and to apologize for being inflexible and for not believing him, but there was no way she would say any of it.

However, she was holding onto his hand, and he was obviously expecting her to say something.

Tatiana remembered Caden's words. Maya would pretend to be weak so that Caden can save her, and that men like to be knights in shining armor.

Tatiana coughed weakly. "I am not well. I need to see a doctor."

"We are taking you to the pack hospital.", Caden said right away.

Everyone on the boat was silent, so they all heard Tatiana's words.

Tatiana ignored Caden and she continued looking at Maddox. "Will you take me there?"

Maddox wondered what game Tatiana was playing this time.

Did she enjoy giving him hope only to push him away?

Their first meeting was a full-blown make-out that ended with a slap. They held hands in the car, only for her to ignore him later. And then they went for a walk and Maddox thought things were going rather well up to the point when Tatiana told him that she won't be able to forget what happened that morning and that he should court her forever.

Maddox figured out that Tatiana was playing some hot and cold game, and he was not willing to participate.

Maddox didn't see that Caden's eyes lost focus as Maya mind-linked him to stop meddling because Maddox should take care of Tatiana.

"Caden will take you.", Maddox said to Tatiana dryly.

Tatiana's grip on Maddox's wrist increased. "Will you be OK with another man holding me?"

Maddox frowned. Of course, he won't! But… what did this mean?

He needed clarification. "You want me to hold you?"

"Is that a problem?"

"No.", Maddox said reluctantly.

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As they spoke, the boat was approaching the shore.

Maddox looked around. "Where is Damon?"

"Alpha Damon and Talia went underwater to help you out.", Caden explained. "They know you are out of the water and that we are taking Tanya to be checked out by a doctor. Talia stayed underwater longer than she should, and she was lightheaded, so Alpha Damon took her to the packhouse to rest."

Axel frowned at this. The last part was new.

Surely, others might believe in the mermaid story, but he knew what he saw, and his wolf definitely stirred when that silvery light exploded within the depths of the lake. Axel was confident that those were powers related to the Midnight Guardians pack, and how much he knew, there were only four people down there, and two of those four were in the boat with him.

Right on cue, Axel heard Maya asking, "Did you see the mermaids?"

"Mermaids?", Tatiana asked.

"While you were down there, some white light came from the lake.", Mindy explained.

"Tanya was unconscious.", Maddox said. "I saw the light, but no mermaids."

"Did you see anyone else?", Axel asked.

"No. I was trying to get Tanya untangled."

Actually, Maddox glanced in the direction from where the light came, thinking that a submarine or something like that was nearby, and he saw two figures, but then he focused his attention on untangling Tatiana. By the time he freed Tatiana from that kelp, the light was gone and he was in a hurry to get to the surface.

It was time to get out of the boat, and Tatiana raised her arms up toward Maddox, like a child who wants to be carried.

Maddox hesitated. When Tatiana said that she wants him to hold her, he thought of holding hands, or maybe supporting her under her arm, but now it seemed that Tatiana wanted to be princess-carried. She was wearing only a bikini. That will be a lot of skin-to-skin contact and his swimming trunks won't be able to conceal his erection. What if he gets carried away and goes for a kiss? Will that earn him another slap?

"Can't you walk?", Maddox asked.

"My legs are shaky.", Tatiana responded.

Maddox glanced at the people in the boat who suddenly all looked up or around while avoiding eye contact.

Kalina smiled a little. Her willful sister would always find the strength to show how she can do things on her own, yet now she was pretending to be weak. It seemed that Tatiana forgave Maddox, at least a little bit, but now they faced a problem of Maddox being dense because he asked warriors if they have a stretcher.

"What stretcher!?", Mindy hissed. "Just pick up Tanya and carry her. It will be faster. The pack hospital is ten minutes away…"

"Five minutes", Maya chimed in quickly before Maddox could come up with another way to avoid carrying Tatiana.

Kalina confirmed that Maddox was the only one who didn't get what Tatiana was trying to do. The best thing would be to give them privacy. With Tatiana not pushing Maddox away, they would get together sooner or later, as long as the conditions were right. No one can resist the pull of the mate bond.

"Is there a need for all of us to go to the hospital?", Kalina asked.

"Not really.", Caden said and looked around. "Do you want to head back to the beach, or to the packhouse?"

"Packhouse.", Axel said right away. He heard that Damon and Talia went there, and he was eager to talk to Talia.

Except for Caden who went to accompany Maddox and Tatiana to the hospital, the rest headed to the packhouse. The day was eventful, and they decided to take it easy until dinnertime.

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Chapter 315 - Seducing Alpha Maddox (1) [Bonus ]

Maddox carried Tatiana stiffly while doing his best not to stumble.

He had no idea why she wanted him to carry her, and he was unable to think beyond his hard-on because she was wearing only a bikini and he was in his swim trunks, addictive sparks were dancing over his skin wherever they touched, and it was driving him mad.

He was sure that he will have a serious case of blue balls.

To make things worse, Tatiana snuggled into him, and he had to focus not touch her inappropriately.

After all, she called him a caveman who thinks only about sex and if she realizes how turned on he was, he will only confirm that.

Maddox wondered, at what point did he turn into a masochist? How can he be turned on in this situation?

Sure, Tatiana is a Goddess, and this was the most skin-to-skin contact he got from her, and her skin was smooth, and her scent of strawberries was delicious, and she had curves in all the right places, but still… he was not allowed to touch her beyond this carrying.

Maddox knew that Tatiana was playing some game again, and he had no idea what the game was, but he was painfully aware that he was failing miserably.

Maddox was glad that Caden was leading the way because Maddox didn't need to think about the direction beyond simply following Caden.

Tatiana leaned onto Maddox completely and she pressed her palm against his firm pecs. She silently marveled his physique.

Every muscle on his body curved seductively, in a silent promise of many carnal pleasures.

How is it possible for a man to be so hard?

She never touched an Alpha before, and she knew that humans don't compare to werewolves, but she thought that Alphas are only a bit more muscular than regular werewolves.

Tatiana wondered if he was bigger everywhere.

Tatiana's face turned red when she realized that this was her mate, and soon she WILL find out how big he is down there.

Ah! Was she getting aroused?

Tatiana squirmed in Maddox's arms.

Maddox cursed internally. It was already difficult to hold her like that and not go crazy, yet she started moving around and rubbing on him? What's her problem?

"Are you alright?"

Tatiana reluctantly looked up to meet Maddox's gaze and she could see the moment when his nostrils flared, and his eyes widened. Could he smell her arousal?

Tatiana swallowed hard. "I… I…" She was not sure what to say. Should she just tell him that she was fine and that she wanted to roll in the grass with him right there? They can tell Caden to scram.

"Caden!", Maddox exclaimed. "Can we hurry up? Tanya is all red. I'm afraid something is wrong."

Tatiana was not sure if she should laugh or cry. Maddox noticed that something was off with her, but instead of thinking that she wants him, he assumed she was ill. Before she could say anything, Maddox broke into a run.

This will be harder than she thought.

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Caden entered the pack hospital first and spotted Travis waiting for them with four nurses by his side.

Caden explained that woman who nearly drowned was Maddox's mate (aka soon-to-be Luna of the Blue River pack), and she was also the eldest sister of Kalina (aka the future Luna of the Lightclaw pack), and that she was a guest of the Dark Howlers pack.

With such a background, Travis knew that slightest negligence could cause unimaginable consequences, so Travis called a squad of warriors to be ready to ensure safety.

The image of Maddox walking into the pack hospital with Tatiana in his arms was impressive and everyone stopped to gape at them.

Maddow was tall and muscular, and Tatiana's toned body matched him perfectly.

But more than their captivating visual, it was the majestic aura that spread around them. There was immense power with a hint of arrogance that told everyone Maddox and Tatiana were important individuals.

"Alpha Maddox, Miss Wilkow", Travis greeted them respectfully. "I am Doctor Travis. We prepared a wheelchair…"

"No need.", Tatiana interrupted him. "I want Max to carry me." She really didn't want to let go of him. Somehow, she could feel his discomfort and she feared that he might escape.

Maddox cocked an eyebrow at her. "How will they examine you like this?"

Tatiana looked at him with big puppy eyes. "You want to let me go?"

Maddox's brows came together. What's with that choice of words?

"Be good, Tanya. This is the hospital, and Doctor is here to make sure you are well." Seeing that her face fell, Maddox quickly added, "I won't leave your side."

Tatiana gave him a small nod and he lowered her in the wheelchair.

The moment Maddox straightened his posture, he realized that Tatiana was exposed. "Do you have some clothes?" She was only in a bikini, and he saw those warriors gaping at her! And he didn't trust the Doctor either.

The nurse swiftly got a hospital gown and Maddox nodded in approval when he saw that Tatiana was covered up.

It was Tatiana's turn to frown. "Can you get one for him also?", she asked Travis while gesturing toward Maddox.

Maddox couldn't believe this. Why would he wear a hospital gown? Surely, Tatiana was not bothered that those nurses stole glances at him, right? Or was she repulsed to see his body?

No one ever complained about his body, but no one slapped him before either. There were many first with Tatiana.

No matter what Tatiana's reasons were, Maddox was an Alpha, and his torso was frequently exposed. She should get used to it!

"I'm not a patient.", Maddox said stiffly and grabbed the wheelchair to push it. Before Tatiana could complain, he asked Travis, "Which way?"

Tatiana wanted to say how that was injustice, why should she cover up while he lets all those women to gape at him? But she swallowed those words back. After all, Maddox agreed to accompany her, and he didn't seem thrilled about it, so she should take this slowly.

Talia said that it goes both ways and Tatiana already decided to give them a chance, so here it is. Compromise. It's the most she did so far for any relationship.

The tests didn't take long, and other than for x-rays, Maddox was by Tatiana's side all the time.

Nurses helped Tatiana settle in one of the VIP rooms before making themselves scarce.

"The results should be ready soon. In half an hour…", Travis paused as his eyes lost focus. It was Caden.

Travis cleared his throat. "At least an hour. Probably longer. Until then, try to rest. Let us know if you need anything." He turned to Maddox. "Alpha Maddox, when mates are close, our healing rate increases." With that, Travis left the room.

"I have pack-related things to handle.", Caden mumbled a universal excuse and followed after Travis.

Maddox stilled when he realized that it was only him and Tatiana in the room. She was lying on the hospital bed, and he was standing in the middle of the room that was filled with the impossibly addictive scent of strawberries.

This will be difficult. Should he also leave? But he promised to stay by her side.

 

 

Chapter 316 - Seducing Alpha Maddox (2)

Tatiana focused mightily to look Maddox in the eyes, but it was difficult because he was wearing only swim trunks and his glorious body was on full display.

Why was he standing in the middle of the room without saying anything? He was looking left and right, like those medical machines and the view outside the window were more interesting than she was.

He was her mate, damnit! Shouldn't he be all over her?

Was he ignoring her on purpose?

To make things worse, the whole room smelled of delicious coffee and she really wanted some.

Tatiana knew that those were the urges fueled by her wolf side.

Tatiana lived among humans, and she learned to suppress her animalistic urges in order to blend it. It came in handy to appear human in order to deal with customers and models without snapping someone's neck, but this was different.

Such a way of living nearly cost her a mate. A real soulmate. Like in the movies where a man and a woman fall in love and live happily ever after.

Will everything be perfect just because they were mates? Of course, not. Every relationship requires hard work and dedication.

However, the fact that they were fated mates meant they will accept each other unconditionally. Maddox will be the most outstanding man in her eyes, and he will see her in a similar light. If any of them thinks of cheating, the other one will know.

Maddox was not human, and neither was she.

Human rules don't apply to them, and it took her near-drowning experience to realize that.

Tatiana decided to give her wolf side a chance and see how things go.

"Max?", Tatiana called.

"Yes?", Maddox responded.

"Why don't you come here?", Tatiana asked.

"I am here."

'Bastard!', Tatiana cursed internally. She was not sure if he was set on getting back at her or if he was really so dense. But she was determined to make this work, so she persisted, "Closer."

Maddox puffed his cheeks and moved to the side.

"No, no…", Tatiana said quickly when she saw that he grabbed a chair. "Come here."

Maddox stared at her hand that was patting the mattress next to Tatiana.

"You want me on the bed, with you?", he asked in disbelief.

Does that mean what he thinks it means?

Maddox quickly shook those thoughts away. Nothing with Tatiana was ever easy. She was probably playing some game again.

"Didn't you hear what the Doctor said? I will heal faster if you are close.", Tatiana responded.

She didn't understand, why was he hesitating? He was so eager to get frisky so far, yet now that she was calling him to share the bed, he is looking at her like she spoke a foreign language.

Maddox narrowed his eyes. Did she want him close only so that she can heal, and after that, she will discard him?

Maddox really wanted to jump on that bed next to Tatiana and to cuddle forever (and do much more than cuddling), but his lifelong experiences taught him not to trust a person who harmed him.

They met that morning, and instead of embracing this whole mate thing, Tatiana pushed him away more than once on the same day! He would be a fool to just trust her again, but every fiber of his body screamed for her proximity.

Rejecting this request for closeness would be foolish, even though it might be a trap. But what if it's a trap that will only make him sink deeper?

Maddox gritted his teeth. Everyone talks about finding a mate as something extraordinary, yet for him, it was full of uncertainty, and he hated it, but he couldn't walk away either… not when his Goddess was calling him to get into the touching distance, and it was just the two of them in the room. Privacy.

For the first time in a long time, Maddox was not sure what to do.

He could go next to her but what will be next?

Maddox knew that he will get aroused and want to kiss and fondle her, and she will probably call him a caveman again. Or can he go there and behave? It will be the biggest test of his willpower.

Eventually, Maddox released a slow breath and moved closer to the bed.

The moment he sat on the edge of the bed, Tatiana scooted on the side and lifted the cover, exposing her body that had a loose hospital gown on it, but Maddox knew that there is a skimpy bikini under it, and then her glorious body.

Maddox swallowed hard. "What?"

Tatiana rolled her eyes. "Don't make me beg for it, Max. Come here."

Maddox's insides jolted. There was that word. Beg.

Maddox never cared for any word in particular, but since Damon said that Maddox should beg for Tatiana's forgiveness, that word became something nasty that shouldn't be used.

"I will never expect you to beg for anything, Tanya.", Maddox said seriously. "Not from me and not from anyone else. But I hope you will clearly tell me what you want."

Tatiana appreciated that. "I want you in the bed with me. Now."

Maddox steeled his resolve and laid flat on his back in slow motion like the mattress was made out of eggshells.

He stiffened when Tatiana stuck to him, and she even pulled the cover over both of them.

Her breath fanned his chest and his hair stood on ends.

The thin hospital gown separated their bodies under the cover, but he could still feel the sparks of their bond dancing over his skin.

And their legs were interlaced. It was skin to skin!

Maddox tried thinking about something else to distract himself from the overwhelming arousal that swelled in a second.

Saggy breasts… quarterly expenses report for the pack… deplumed chickens… broccoli…

No matter how horrid images he conjured in his mind, it didn't work. His erection pitched a tent and he hoped that Tatiana will focus on his face or at least not call him a caveman again.

Tatiana was frustrated. He was obviously aroused, and she was clinging to him. Why did this look like she was hugging a statue?

"Max?"

"Hmm?"

"Are you really just going to lie like that?"

Maddox didn't get it. Was she chasing him away already? He didn't do anything! "Like what?"

"Like a dead person."

Maddox was confused. "And how do you want me to lie?"

"Aren't I your mate? Don't you want to hug me and", Tatiana's voice stopped abruptly when Maddox turned sideways to face her.

"Say that again.", Maddox said anxiously.

Did he hear her right? Did she say that she wanted him to hug her?

Tatiana blinked rapidly. She was not sure if she can keep up with his mood changes. "Is there something wrong?"

"I don't know. You tell me. So far, when I hold you, you pull back. When I want intimacy, you call me a caveman. I remember clearly that you said sex was off the table. So how about you explain to me what you want? You want hugs? How about kisses? Is touching above waist level allowed? I need to know what all is acceptable so I don't offend you again." Because every time you push back, I am dying on the inside.

 

 

Chapter 317 - Seducing Alpha Maddox (3)

"Max, I…", Tatiana paused. She was not sure how to respond to Maddox's sudden emotional outpour but she knew that her actions really hurt him.

His eyes were angry and disappointed, and there was some anticipation as well, but the most striking was the strength of his insecurities that reached her through their mate bond and she couldn't look at him.

Tatiana leaned closer and rested her forehead on Maddox's chest.

"I want to thank you for saving me."

"No need.", Maddox said curtly. "I did what should be done. If you want me here only as a thank you, I should leave."

Tatiana's arms tightened around him. "No. Don't go. It's not that."

"Then what is it?"

"Damn it, Max!", Tatiana snapped. "I said, thank you. Can't you just say, you are welcome, and we will be done with pleasantries?"

"What happens after pleasantries are over?", Maddox asked reluctantly.

Tatiana shrugged. "I don't know. How about… we start over?"

Maddox's eyebrows shot up. "Does that mean you are over what happened…"

He stopped talking when Tatiana put her fingers over his lips. "Can you not talk about it? Please?"

"Only if you promise not to bring it up again."

"I can do that."

Maddox smiled a little. "So… are we good?"

"I don't know. You tell me.", Tatiana said.

Maddox's eyes anxiously roamed over Tatiana's face, like he was expecting to find something unpleasant.

He was not certain if this was real or if she was up to something, and he needed to make sure which one is it before he makes a move that can earn him another slap.

Tatiana couldn't believe that Maddox was not moving. He was so close that his coffee-infused breath fanned her lips, yet he didn't close that minuscule distance.

"Max, this is a good time for a kiss."

Maddox really wanted to kiss her, but he also wanted to relish this moment a bit longer. She just asked for a kiss! How can he just give in? Won't she consider him easy to get?

"Khm…", Maddox cleared his throat. "It depends."

Tatiana paused. "On?"

"Will you slap me after that?"

"It depends.", Tatiana said dryly.

"On?"

"Are you hiding women around here?"

Maddox's lips twitched. "This is your room. So, if any woman pops out, you are the one hiding her."

Tatiana stifled a giggle. "I thought we agreed that we won't mention what happened this morning."

"You started it.", Maddox reminded her.

"Technically, you started when you…" The rest of Tatiana's words were swallowed in a kiss.

Maddox kissed her hungrily, like he was starving for her forever.

He was sucking her lips and nipping, and then his tongue made its way into Tatiana's mouth and her toes curled involuntarily. It was that good.

No one ever kissed her that way, and this was much more than just lips on lips. It was the scent and the flavor, and tongue, and the way his arms held her against his firm body, and it was all amplified by delicious sparks of their bond that rewired her brain.

'BEEP! BEEP! BEEP!'

The machines Tatiana was attached to started beeping loudly due to her increased heart rate, and Maddox and Tatiana broke the kissing frenzy in order to swiftly yank the attachments off her arms and chest. There was no need for any of that and neither of them wanted to be disturbed.

The moment noise from machines stopped, Maddox and Tatiana plunged onto each other, lips first.

Tatiana moaned into his mouth when his hands moved under her hospital gown with urgency.

His palms left behind fiery traces on her skin that were charged with addictive sparks which made her crave for more, much more of Maddox.

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What the couple didn't know was that their action caused a disturbance in the room for monitoring patients.

"Doctor Travis!", a nurse called with urgency to get his attention and she waved frantically at the monitors that were flashing.

Travis looked at the screen that showed Tatiana's vitals going haywire and then it all stopped. Can a werewolf suffer from heart failure? It certainly looked like it.

Caden told him not to disturb Alpha Maddox and his Luna, but this looked like an emergency.

If anything happens to the Luna of the Blue River pack on his watch, Travis wouldn't be able to explain himself. Just stopping medical practice won't be enough because they might exterminate his whole family.

By the time Travis finished his thoughts, he was at the door of the VIP room.

"Aaaah!", Tatiana screamed while pulling the cover to her chest level when she realized that they have an audience.

Tatiana's hospital gown was somewhere on the floor and Maddox pushed her bikini top higher, exposing her breasts. His lips were an inch from Tatiana's hard nipple, ready to suck on it, and things were going great, but then she pushed him away and screamed.

Normally, bare breasts are not a big deal for she-wolves, but Tatiana spent many years among humans, and Travis showed up unexpectedly, and she ended up screaming like a shy teenage girl. How embarrassing.

Travis' eyes landed on the cables and attachments lying on the floor haphazardly and he understood what happened.

"Get out!", Maddox growled at Travis.

Travis cursed his luck. Why did this look like déjà vu?

And what's with Alphas getting frisky in the hospital? This is a place for sick people and not a love hotel!

Travis gritted his teeth, and he grabbed the door handle to steady himself as Maddox's murderous aura washed over him.

"Miss Tatiana is fine. You can leave the pack hospital anytime.", Travis said with difficulty and moved to leave the room.

"Wait!", Maddox called. He exhaled a sharp breath while pulling back his Alpha aura.

He was pleasantly surprised to see that Tatiana was not affected and he wondered if that was because she was that strong or maybe the rumor that fated mates can't harm each other was true. In either case, he had a few questions for Doctor Travis.

"Is she really fine?"

"Yes.", Travis confirmed. "She is exhausted physically and she suffered a shock. Some rest and relaxation will help her bounce back. Time with her mate will speed up that process."

"So...", Maddox paused and licked his lips. "Are any activities off-limit for her?"

Under the cover, Tatiana pinched Maddox's waist harshly. She knew very well what activities he was talking about, and Doctor Travis would be stupid not to figure out that Maddox was talking about sex.

Travis cleared his throat awkwardly and looked at Tatiana who hid her discomfort behind a stiff smile. "Miss Tatiana, you can engage in any activity, however, listen to your body. If anything seems too strenuous, slow down."

Tatiana nodded in agreement and when Maddox confirmed that he had no other questions, Travis left the room.

The door closed behind Travis and Maddox turned to Tatiana in slow motion.

Against all odds, Maddox hoped that the mood was not ruined.

Damned doctor!

 

Chapter 318 - Seducing Alpha Maddox (4)

Tatiana was aroused like crazy from their previous make-out session, but she knew that this was not the place. Other than doctors, there are nurses and guards, as much as she was carried away by the mood a minute ago, after this interruption by Doctor Travis, Tatiana didn't want to go further with all the audience.

"How about we go to the packhouse?", Tatiana asked Maddox.

Maddox's eyes lit up. Should they go to the packhouse? Yes, yes! No! Wait! What if she changes her mind until they reach there?

He really didn't want Tatiana to change her mind, but the mood was ruined already, and he couldn't say any of those because she won't like hearing how horny he was.

How could she miss his internal struggle?

"Max…", Tatiana called softly. "You need to stop overthinking things."

Maddox's brows came together in a frown. "When I didn't think, things didn't turn well."

Tatiana agreed, but she had another point. "That's because others were interfering. I believe that when it's just the two of us, and we do what our instincts are telling us, things are going rather well. And right now…" She licked her lips and gave him a meaningful look. "My instincts are telling me to find privacy. Somewhere we won't be disturbed. Just the two of us."

Tatiana thought that he will respond, but Maddox was lost in a daze while staring into her eyes.

She could feel the inexplicable energy rippling from him, and her smile fell. It was feral and unrestrained, and she felt power and danger. "Max? What's going on?"

His fangs were elongating as his wolf wanted to claim his mate. Maddox was never so close to losing control and giving in to the urges that his wolf amplified.

"Tanya… I really want to claim you as mine."

Tatiana's breath hitched. She knew that he was talking about more than just carnal pleasures. He was talking about marking as well.

The marking will bind their souls forever as one, and it will intertwine their destinies. At least that's what the legends say. It included his fangs sinking into her flesh and him releasing his venom into her system, and after all was done, his mark would appear on her neck, and it will stay there forever.

Was she ready for it? They met that same day!

Tatiana didn't know much about Alpha Maddox River. He was stubborn and strong and lusty and inexplicably handsome, but she was aware that she couldn't see her future without him in it. His flavors of coffee were rich and smooth with just the right amount of spice, and she wanted that coffee to be hers and only hers until the end of time.

"Not here.", she said. "Let's go to the packhouse."

Maddox's heart thundered against his chest. She didn't say no.

Maddox scrambled off the bed and extended his arm toward Tatiana. "Let's go." He didn't want to delay it, not even for a minute.

Tatiana's eyes were stuck to the huge erection that was stretching his swimming trunks.

Maddox cleared his throat awkwardly and blocked her view with his free hand. "Sorry about that. You were right. I am a caveman."

Tatiana scooted off the bed and put her hand into Maddox's that was still extended for her to take.

"You are. My caveman."

Maddox felt like his soul was about to leave his body. She just claimed him as hers!

He would say something nice, but her bikini top was still pushed up and he ended up staring stupidly at her breasts. Those were wonderful breasts. He really wanted to suck on them.

Tatiana rolled her eyes and adjusted her bikini. Did he drool a little?

When she assessed herself as presentable, Tatiana said, "Let's go."

"AAAH!", she screamed when Maddox scooped her in his arms and he rushed through the pack hospital, over the parking lot, into the forest… straight toward the packhouse.

For the ones who didn't know what was going on, they would imagine that some serious emergency was going on. Why else would an Alpha run like a madman with a woman in his arms?

Tatiana's arms were around Maddox's neck and she rested her head on his shoulder. Even with all the running, his upper body was unusually steady and she had a pleasant ride.

She was taking deep breaths to inhale the addictive scent of coffee, the one she will never get bored of, and she loved how he carried her with ease like she weighs nothing.

Tatiana knew that they have a lot to talk about. Both of them were grownups with many responsibilities, but she decided to leave all that for later.

Today she found her mate, and that was a big deal. Her instincts told her that the priority was for them to give in to their urges to get closer and seal the bond, and everything else will need to wait.

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Maddox climbed onto the second floor of the packhouse two steps at a time, and he was happy that they didn't bump into anyone because he was NOT in a mood to chat. There was only one thing on his mind, and it included ravishing the Goddess that was in his arms.

"STOP!", Tatiana shouted when he took a right turn on the second floor.

Maddox froze in place. Now what? Did she change her mind already?

Damn it! He was running from the pack hospital to here, but it seems he was not fast enough.

"My room.", Tatiana said, and his lips stretched into a grin.

At that point, he just knew it. They will have sex, and it will come with an exorbitant amount of earth-shattering orgasms!

But first thing first… "Which one is your room?"

Tatiana giggled. "Third door on the right."

Maddox closed the door with a kick and walked straight toward the bed.

Tatiana's smile widened as he lowered her on the silky comforter and before he could climb on the bed next to her, she placed a hand on his chest.

"Wait.", she said. "I want to see you."

Maddox straightened up and realized that Tatiana's index finger was pointing at his swim trunks and that small movement downward indicated that he should remove them.

Well, Maddox was never shy to get naked, so that stretchy piece of fabric was on the floor within a second.

Tatiana's eyes widened as she took in his naked form.

Everywhere she looked there were muscles, like a statue of a Greek God that came alive except for one part. Those statues have small cocks, and Maddox's size was impressive.

Her heart rate increased. This exquisite specimen was her mate. Isn't she a lucky woman?

Maddox noticed Tatiana's gaze, and he puffed his chest arrogantly. It was obvious that his mate was admiring his physique and he couldn't wait to introduce her to endless pleasures his body can provide.

Tatiana's index finger rotated, and Maddox turned around to show her the view of his muscular back and perfect ass.

Like a real model, Maddox lifted his arms, demonstrating the majestic way his muscles rippled as he moved.

He knew that Tatiana was observing every inch of his body, and he could feel that she approved.

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Chapter 319 - War Of Egos (1)

Maddox continued his rotation with the goal to let Tatiana see his naked glory from every angle, and his eyebrows shoot up when he realized that Tatiana scooted to sit on the edge of the bed.

Tatiana was staring at his cock that was standing in attention. It was curling slightly upward, and she could imagine that it will hit her G-spot perfectly while rearranging her insides.

Damn! She was already aroused to the point of losing her inhibitions. Not that she had many, to begin with, but those few she had were gone.

Tatiana really wanted to caress Maddox's muscles while riding his massive cock wildly. And it was more than just his majestic body, it was his confidence that told her he knows how to please a woman.

But there was no way Tatiana would just give in without a fight. As a strong, independent woman, she was eager to show him that she can hold her own weight.

"Come closer.", she called.

Maddox swallowed hard. Her hungry gaze told him what she wanted. She wanted him and he had no objections, but why did it look like she was about to eat him up, and he was the meal?

It was supposed to be the other way around, damn it!

Maddox wanted to protest and to show her who will be on the top, but his body moved on its own and his insides shook when her hot palm wrapped around his shaft. The touch came with addictive sparks that jolted his nerve endings and his legs almost gave in.

Tatiana started slowly pumping his shaft with her right hand and she cupped his balls with her left one and then she looked up to see his unfocused gaze directed at her.

She had him in the palm of her hand. Literally. And she loved every minute of it.

Tatiana focused on his cock. It was big and hot and full of veins, and the thought of him filling her up made her arousal swell through the roof.

Maddox couldn't believe that this was happening. His Goddess was jerking him off and her hot breath fanned his cock. He knew that she will take him into her mouth soon and he couldn't wait for that strawberry-infused experience.

When was he this easily dazed by a woman? Never! Maddox was always in charge, yet now he ended up standing helplessly like an ignoramus. How can he look at his Goddess in the eyes?

He needed to snap out of it and show her endless pleasures that will make her addicted and she will never think again about opposing him.

Maddox bit the inside of his cheek to get out of his lustful daze and his sight fell on the side table where a box with paper tissues was. He reached to get one.

Tatiana inhaled the scent of his precum which glistened on his tip. Coffee with just a hint of manly muskiness. How is it possible for a man to smell that good?

She paused at the sight of Maddox wiping his mouth with a tissue.

"What are you doing?", Tatiana asked.

Maddox cocked an eyebrow at her. "Didn't you say that you want me to be a gentleman? As a gentleman, I am ensuring that your seat is clean."

Tatiana gaped at him while wondering what nonsense he was talking about.

Maddox pried his cock out of her hold and only when he laid flat on the bed did she understand the meaning of his words. He was wiping her seat… he wanted her to sit on his face. Just the thought of that sent another wave of heat to her crotch area.

"Come here…", Maddox called, and it was his turn to lick his lips. "I want to confirm if the rest of you tastes of strawberries, and you can continue what you were about to do. Assuming that you can do anything other than moan my name while I eat you up." He added this last part cheekily.

Tatiana was not moving and the only sign she heard him was the redness that invaded her cheeks.

Was she so aroused or flustered? She was not sure, but the intensity of Maddox's gaze left her breathless and somehow she knew that she was about to embark on a ride of a lifetime.

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Maddox propped himself on the elbow and cupped her cheek in his palm.

"Is my mate shy? Will it be easier if I'm on top? We can start with missionary, if that will help break the ice."

His cocky smirk challenged her, and Tatiana blinked a few times rapidly. Shy? Her? Never!

She will make him come in a minute, and then she will tease him about it forever!

Maddox could feel Tatiana's determination rising, and he couldn't wait to see what will come out of it.

She got on her knees next to him on the bed, and he watched as she removed her bikini top in slow motion.

Maddox always loved big-breasts, the ones that spill between his fingers when he gives them a squeeze, but now he realized how that was wrong. Tatiana's breasts were not small, but they were not huge either, somehow… they were perfect. Tatiana redefined his idea of a perfect woman and he forgot all of his previous preferences.

If anyone asked him what's his type of woman, he would respond with two words: Tatiana Wilkow.

Tatiana moved and Maddox was quick to plop on his back. He thought that she will straddle him with her pussy above his face, but she remained on his side and took him into her mouth.

"Ahhh…", A shaky inhale was heard from Maddox. It was not manly at all, but Tatiana started sucking mercilessly and her tongue danced around his shaft perfectly.

After only a few raging heartbeats she deepthroated him, and Maddox's eyes rolled at the back of his head.

"Fuck!", Maddox squeezed through his teeth. Everything she did was amazing, but if he lets her have her way, he will come in less than a minute and that will be a stain on his image for the years to come.

Maddox reached to the side and grabbed her hips. He lifted her with ease and positioned her above his face with her legs around him.

Tatiana thought that he will struggle to remove her bikini bottom, but she didn't expect he will rip it outright. The fabric didn't provide any resistance to Maddox's strength.

His eyes rested on her drenched folds that were hovering above his face, and he spread them with his index finger and thumb to get a better view of his target.

His hand snaked around her waist at the same time he raised his head. His nose almost touched her as he took a deep breath. Strawberries. The most delicious kind.

He looked down to see the sight of Tatiana sucking him off. That was perfectly centered between her breasts that were touching his firm abs, and the whole experience was out of this world.

 

Chapter 320 - War Of Egos (2) [Bonus ]

Maddox groaned as Tatiana's every move tugged on his nerve endings and pushed him closer to the rapture he really wanted to plunge into, but not before she does.

He needed to divert his attention, or he will really come too quickly.

With that thought, Maddox buried his face at the cradle of Tatiana's thighs, and he started lapping her strawberry-infused pussy.

She was wet and hot and soft, and she definitely tasted much better than he thought. Everything about Tatiana was perfect and he groaned into her flesh, vibrations of his voice shooting straight into her pleasure centers.

At the sudden invasion, Tatiana moaned with Maddox's cock in her mouth.

He was caressing her clit with mighty strokes of his tongue and his nose was poking at her entrance and Tatiana couldn't believe how quickly her orgasm was building up.

His every touch was charged with sparks that jolted her nerve endings, it was like his flesh came with a built-in vibrator, and she realized that her mate was made of sin.

Will she ever want to get out of bed? As long as Maddox was in it, she was staying right there! Forever!

Maddox noticed that Tatiana's movements became unsteady, and he grinned victoriously. He knew that she was getting there faster than he was.

In the next moment, Tatiana swallowed, and Maddox groaned when that sudden pressure sent him into overdrive. His cock was right there, feeling her tongue squeezing and caressing!

Damn it! At this rate, he will really come first.

He was not ready to admit defeat!

His lips latched around her clit, and he started sucking.

With the last bit of her fighting spirit, Tatiana's shaky hand that caressed his balls moved a bit and she pressed a spot behind his scrotum. That small action sent a bolt of lighting through Maddox's body and his ass buckled at the same time Tatiana's body arched, and they both released unintelligible sounds as one orgasm amplified another.

He held her quivering body and continued stroking her with his tongue as he shot his hot seed directly into her throat.

Maddox heard her moaning and cursing, and his pride swelled. His Goddess was satisfied with his service, and they only scratched the surface.

Maddox flipped Tatiana to lay next to him and they both had silly grins on their faces.

It was an obvious tie, but each of them thought they won. In a way, they did.

Tatiana stifled a laugh at the sight of Maddox's face that was glistening from her juices. Even his nose was shiny.

"You should wipe my seat. It got messy."

"This?" He pointed at his lips that grinned at her. "This is all you, doll. I'm keeping it as a permanent accessory."

Tatiana rolled her eyes and stretched over him to grab a tissue.

Maddox laid obediently as she wiped his face. He really liked the feeling of her bare body pressing on his and he couldn't wait to get on top of her.

"Do you like me serving you?", Tatiana asked playfully.

Yes! He loved everything about Tatiana, as long as she was not pushing him away.

Instead of answering her question, Maddox's arms wrapped around her, and he gave her a long kiss that took her breath away.

The delightful sparks prickled their skin wherever they touched, which was a big area at this point.

Tatiana responded to Maddox's kisses while melding into him. His right hand was fisting her hair and holding her in place, and his left one drew small circles with the tips of his fingers on her back, and that combination of force and gentleness did funny things with her stomach.

Maddox and Tatiana were completely naked, holding each other, and kissing. It was sensual, intimate, and full of unspoken emotions that were blooming within them.

They could feel their bond becoming stronger, like a two-way highway which allowed them to communicate without a word spoken and confirm how both were completely immersed in the moment and they wanted to stay like that forever.

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After an unknown measure of time, Maddox broke the kiss and looked into her eyes intently and she could feel that he was about to say something important.

"Tatiana Wilkow…", he called in a deep voice that shook her insides. "I want to make you mine in every way possible. I want to mark you. Do you have any objections?"

Tatiana wanted to say something snarky or to tease him a bit, but the sincerity of his emotions washed over her, and the stubborn Alpha actually asked for her opinion, and she ended up saying, "How can I deny my mate what is his?"

She wanted them to seal the bond also. That's what her wolf side wanted, and Tatiana decided not to oppose it.

Maddox needed a moment to process this information. Tatiana gave him her consent!

His hold on her tightened as they were lying side-by-side and he started trailing kisses along her jaw, moving lower down her neck, and when he reached the base of her neck, his lips latched to suck on her there.

Tatiana gripped his shoulders and exhaled shakily. That was such a sensitive spot, and she could feel her wolf stirring with pleasure.

Her wolf never cared for Tatiana's previous boyfriends, and now that the attraction she felt toward Maddox got a boost, Tatiana was overwhelmed with emotions, like an enamored teenage girl who was experiencing her first crush.

Maddox lifted his head and smiled at Tatiana's flushed expression.

"This is our first time, so I will give you a choice.", he said. "How do you want me?"

Tatiana didn't need to think about this. "I want to be on top."

Maddox's eyebrow twitched. Out of so many positions, why did she want to be on the top? OK. That's not all bad, but it gives her control, and this was about him pleasuring her, damn it!

"What's your next favorite?", Maddox asked.

Tatiana blinked. "Is there something wrong with me being on the top?"

Maddox had a feeling that if he says, yes, it will escalate into an argument, and he really didn't want to argue. Not now.

"There is nothing wrong, but…"

"Then it's fine.", she cut him off.

Before Maddox could react, he was on his back with Tatiana straddling him.

"Wait, wait!", he exclaimed. He did not agree to be on the bottom the first time!

"What!?", she exclaimed impatiently. Before he could respond, Tatiana started grinding on him and spreading her juices over his hot and hard shaft.

The sparks were firing up between them like crazy and she was confident that she can come within a minute just like that.

"He wants me.", she said cockily while glancing at his erection.

"I want you also.", Maddox responded breathily. But it would be better if she gets under him!

"Then you should relax and…", Tatiana stopped talking when she saw the movement at the door with her peripheral vision and her head whipped that way. "Lina?"