happier, to have you at my side, Devony. As my partner, my lover. My mate.”
“Rafe.” On a quiet sob, she grabbed his face and kissed him, no gentle melding of their mouths, but a fiery claiming.
He loved that about her, how she could be both vulnerable and tender, yet the hottest, most exciting woman he’d ever known. She was headstrong
and fearless. Innocent, yet wise.
But most important of al , she was his.
On a possessive growl, he rol ed her beautiful body beneath him on the bed.
She was already wet and ready for him when he entered her, her tight sheath gripping his shaft as he sank to the hilt inside her heat. Devony cried out, her short nails raking his shoulders as they moved together in a rhythm they both knew wel now, their shared need for each other both urgent and tender.
Earlier tonight, they drank from each other’s veins for healing. Now, it was desire that ignited their mutual thirst. It was need that brought Rafe’s mouth to the side of Devony’s neck as he rocked against her. It was pleasure that made him shout in erotic torment the instant her fangs sank into the muscle of his shoulder.
God help him, he would never get accustomed to the intensity of their bond.
He bit down on her delicate throat, moaning as the sweet taste of her blood roared over his tongue. Her climax swel ed into a wave that broke
against him as his own release reached its peak too.
And it was love—bright and hot and eternal—that powered through his veins and into every particle of his being as he wrapped Devony in his
arms and prepared to take her over that steep edge with him again.
They had hours before they would touch down in Boston.
He was going to make the most of every second.
CHAPTER 30
“Relax. You’l do fine.”
Rafe’s reassurance as Devony stood in front of the mirror in their quarters at the Boston command center helped soothe her, but she was
nervous. She couldn’t help it.
They had arrived from London yesterday, and tonight everyone was gathering to meet her and welcome her into the fold as one of their team.
She smoothed her palms down the front of her new black pants and V-neck top, the outfit a gift from Carys and Tavia. As soon as they’d heard
Rafe was bringing her back with him, the two women had stocked half of the large closet with brand-new clothes, boots, and every other item she could possibly need in order to be comfortable when she arrived.
She’d never had a sister, but Carys seemed excited to step right into the role. Even Jordana had been gracious and forgiving, so much so, she’d actual y hugged Devony upon meeting her despite the terrible way they’d first been introduced at the museum.
But in just a few minutes, Devony would be meeting her teammates and some of the Order elders in the command center’s war room.
Rafe came up behind her and pressed a kiss to the curve of her neck and shoulder. His aquamarine eyes met her gaze in the mirror’s reflection.
“You look beautiful. And you’ve already got a room ful of support down there. Gideon’s been raving about your fieldwork to anyone who’l listen.”
She smiled. “I just want to make you proud.”
“You already do, so cross that worry off your list.”
She turned around to face him, unable to resist putting her arms around him. “Do you have any idea how much I love you?”
He smirked, pul ing her against the hardness of his body. “I think I have some idea, but why don’t you give me a hint right now?”
He didn’t have to ask her twice. She caught his mouth in a passionate kiss, her veins lighting up with the pleasure of his mouth on hers. When she drew back from him, he groaned, his eyes glittering with amber.
“I think I’m getting the idea now,” he said, his lips curving. “I’m getting several interesting ideas, in fact.”
She kissed his squared chin. “Is that right?”
“Mm. The best ones involve a lot fewer clothes than either one of us is wearing at the moment.”
“Sounds intriguing so far.”
From behind them at the open doorway, someone cleared his throat. The deep voice belonged to a big Breed male with golden-blond hair and
eyes of the same leaf-green shade as Tavia’s. A dimpled grin broke over his handsome face. “Bad timing?”
Rafe grunted. “The only kind you have.”
“You must be Devony.”
She nodded. “And you must be Aric.”
“Ah. My reputation precedes me,” he said, crossing Rafe’s quarters to greet her. She expected a handshake, but got a brief embrace instead.
“It’s great to meet you, Devony.”
“You too, Aric. Rafe’s told me so many nice things about you.”
Rafe chuckled. “Al lies, obviously.”
Aric glanced at Devony. “You real y like this dickhead, huh?”
“I love him.”
“I guess someone has to.” He shook his head and reached for Rafe’s hand. As soon as he had a hold on it, he pul ed him in for a tight hug too. “I heard what happened in London. You gotta stop almost getting your ass kil ed, or I’m going to need to find a new best friend.”
Devony’s nerves calmed as she watched the two men catch up. After a moment, Aric’s attention returned to her.
“Everyone’s already gathered in the war room, but I wanted to catch both of you before you head down there. Especial y you, Devony.”
She nodded. “Al right.”
“I don’t know if Rafe told you, but I’ve been recruiting for a special unit these past few months.”
“The daywalker team,” she said. “Yes, I’ve heard.”
“Good. Because I’d like you to be part of it. If you’re interested, that is.”
She could hardly hold back her excitement. Except . . . “I’d love to, Aric. But I don’t want to be part of a team that doesn’t include Rafe.”
“Yeah, I had a feeling you were going to say that.” He swung a look at Rafe. “I’ve got a spot for you too, if you want it. The team wil be based here
in Boston, but our assignments can take us anywhere our specialized skil s are needed.”
“Sounds interesting,” Rafe said, wrapping his arm around Devony.
Aric nodded. “We can talk about it some more after the introductions downstairs. Lucan just arrived with Gabriel e and Gideon and Savannah.
Your parents are here too.”
Devony stared at Rafe. “I’m meeting your parents tonight?”
“Of course. They’ve been dying to meet you since I told them about you.”
Oh, God. Now, her nerves came back with a vengeance.
“Wait a minute,” Aric said, a strange look coming over his face. “You mean, Tess hasn’t seen Devony yet?”
Rafe shook his head and his friend arched a brow.
“Why?” Devony asked, worry washing over her even though Rafe’s blood was utterly calm. “What’s going on?”
“Some time ago, my mother saw a vision in a seer’s eyes. Mira’s eyes.”
“One of the Order members from Montreal,” Devony said, recal ing Rafe mention some of the other warriors’ names since they’d arrived in
Boston. “What did your mother see?”
“I don’t know. A vision of me with my mate, apparently. And our children.”
Devony gaped. “You never told me this before.”
He gave her a nonchalant look. “Didn’t I?”
“No.” God help her, she wanted to throttle him. “Rafe, what if I’m not her? What if you’re supposed to be with someone else? What if we—”
Rafe silenced her with a slow, toe-curling kiss. When he drew back, the love shining in his gaze was undeniable. “There is no one else for me,
vision or not. Whatever my mother saw makes no difference to me. You’re my mate, Devony. You’re my heart.” He pressed a loving kiss to her
temple. “No
w, are you ready to go say hel o to them?”
She blew out her breath and looked into his confident, affectionate gaze. “Okay. I guess I’m as ready as I’l ever be.”
“That’s my girl,” he said, lacing his fingers through hers.
With Aric accompanying them, she walked into the war room holding Rafe’s hand. His grasp was her lifeline, her steady anchor as she met the
expectant, friendly gazes of Rafe’s teammates, friends, and family.
They were hers now too.
She felt it as the introductions were made and she was welcomed into the fold by everyone from Lucan Thorne and his beautiful, auburn-haired
mate, Gabriel e, to each member of the Boston command center. Aric brought his gorgeous mate, Kaya, over to meet her, then motioned for two
hulking Breed males and a pretty female to come forward.
“Devony and Rafe, meet the rest of the team: Grayson, Jade, and Lachlan.”
They spoke for a few moments, but Devony couldn’t keep her eyes off the stunning blond who watched her from across the room and the dark-
haired warrior with her, whose confident male swagger was so similar to the Breed male who’d stormed into Devony’s life and turned it upside
down.
There was no question who that couple was.
Rafe must have sensed her curiosity. “Shal we go say hel o?”
“Yes,” she said, meaning it completely. “I’d love to meet them.”
Making their excuses to the rest of the room, they walked over to greet his parents. Rafe didn’t let go of her hand, not even when they were
standing in front of the couple.
“Mom, Dad. I’d like you meet Devony. My mate.”
“Hi,” she said, feeling somewhat awkward in the prolonged, unreadable silence.
“I’m Dante,” his father said, his deep voice rol ing over her senses like velvet and whisky.
He held out his big hand, but Devony felt a burst of affection for the people who gave her the man she loved. She hugged Dante, then turned to
look at Rafe’s mother, Tess.
“Hel o,” she said, then waited in breathless dread for her reply.
A tender smile curved Tess’s kind mouth.
“Hel o, Devony. I’ve been waiting a long time to welcome you to our family.” Tess drew her into a tight embrace and held her there. “It is so
wonderful to final y meet you.”
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