Passionate Roar: A Zodiac Shifters Paranormal Romance: Leo

by Solease M Barner

  Davina is under my skin. I’m not sure why she’s living as a rogue, but I can’t leave her to the humans, what if someone finds out about her secret?

  The fact that she’s told me no and shown such…aggression towards me only means she has not been shown, love. The good parts about being a shifter and falling under the protection of the pride. Davina also is beautiful her eyes are charcoal with a hint of gray, her body is average with a sexiness that appeals to me.

  I thought about letting her come to me on her own, but even I know if she’s not used to obeying the king of the wild then she will not start tonight. I follow her to this nice house off the street. When I arrive, I peek through the window and see an older human female sleeping in the chair. I decide to let myself in and follow Davina’s scent to her room.

  When she opens the door, she looks pissed and nervous.

  “I figured you may need to be accompanied to my room. I don’t want that pretty head to get any ideas of running.”

  “You are not taking me with you, so go, Landon King.” She growls.

  I step closer forcing her to take a step back. When I’m fully in her room, I swing my foot behind me to close the door.

  The way she stands up to me gives me a hard on like never before.

  “I’m taking you with me Davina, and if you try to fight me on this, you will lose, besides you have only to gain.”

  “Why? You don’t know me and no one has to know that you even saw me.” She pleads.

  I look at her sad eyes and feel sad that Davina doesn’t even trust her own people.

  “You don’t have to be afraid, and I promise when we get to my land, no one and I do mean no one will dare to make you feel unsafe.”

  She licks her lips and cuts her eyes at me, then shrugs. It’s the sexiest thing I’ve seen in a long time.

  “I see I’m not getting out of this, so tell me where is this pride of yours.”

  “It’s only a couple days of driving and then half of a day on foot.”

  “Damn it, Landon, this secret place is far.”

  “I’ll be with you every step of the way, lovely Davina.”

  My hand softly rubs her cheek, and to my surprise, she closes her eyes accepting the affection. Even with her eyes closed, she looks like sleeping beauty. This journey will be interesting if nothing else.

  ***

  The next day Davina and I are riding in my fancy car. I plan on trying to get to my people fast. As much as I adore spending time with Davina this trip would not be taking place if the elders didn’t think my absence meant they could rule.

  She’s quiet in the car, looking out the window. I watch from my peripheral vision. Even though it’s silent, I can feel the heat between us and I can’t deny that I want her.

  “Davina tell me about you?”

  I ask, hoping to engage her in conversation. I need something to distract me from her beautiful legs. The cutoff shorts she’s wearing makes it difficult to concentrate.

  “There’s nothing to tell besides, you kidnapped me you should tell me more about you.” She says, never looking my way.

  Groaning at the fact that she counters on everything I ask or say, is something I’m not used to.

  “Well you know my name, but I’ll tell you a little more if you promise to talk with me.”

  She finally turns and looks at me, and that’s what I wanted her eyes upon me; not out the window, but looking at me. I take her look as a yes and start talking.

  “I’m the owner of many different businesses, but mainly I run my pride. Everyone has a role to play, and every role is important. Our community is built on love and trust.”

  She looks at me and nods and then speaks.

  “Why are you going home? I mean it seems like you are anxious to get home.”

  I don’t want her to know I’m going to settle the dispute of me taking a mate. I’ll take a mate on my terms when I want, but not under the order of someone else. I’m the ruler.

  “I have to go home to check on my people sometimes. I use my funds to keep our lands safe from construction and hunters.”

  “So after you finish your business, we will leave, and we can go back to the city?”

  I frown as I’m sure I never told Davina anything about her returning with me. Once I have ensured she’s a member of my pride I need to leave, but she will remain among our people. So, she can grow into the great lioness I know she can be.

  “Let’s take it slow, you may love being around the others, shifters like you. That means no hiding, shifting at your leisure. You’re going to love it.”

  She turns and looks out the window.

  “You talk as though it’s the best place for our kind, yet you live in the city far away.”

  “This is true, but I’m the main source of income for my people, and I’m the ruler.”

  I didn’t want to sound cruel, but at the end of the day I make the decisions and being questioned about my rulings is something I can’t get used to.

  The first day of the car ride after this conversation we listen to music and eat in silence.

  ***

  The next day in the car with Davina is becoming unbearable. My shaft remaining hard is causing me discomfort. If Davina were a part of my pride she would know I need to be pleasured, she would feel the desire to. Every time I look over at her she’s biting her nails and squeezing her legs together, maybe she’s not immune to the sexual draw we have on each other.

  We stop a few times, but I knew we were getting close to where we would walk to the community. Davina will be shocked at how modern the community is developed. I’m proud to say, my shifters live good as humans and pride members.

  When we arrive in the garage car port. I step out of the car and give my legs a stretch. Davina is still sitting in the car. I start pulling our bags out of the trunk and watch as she’s looking around. I know this is unfamiliar to her, but I plan on making sure she’s comfortable.

  Davina steps out of the car , and I can see the fear in her eyes. I drop the bags and walk over to her, pulling her into a tight embrace.

  “Do not be afraid, I told you, that I will never let anything happen to you.”

  As we are hugging tightly, I can’t help putting my nose on the top of her head smelling her deeply. My body reacts, and this time I know, she can feel how much I want her.

  She pulls away slightly, and before she could even think if she would want to, I lean in and start kissing her. She doesn’t push me away, and soon I feel her hands on my arms holding me tightly. Gently pushing my tongue forward she welcomes me, and it’s what I’ve needed this entire time. I deepen the kiss and capture her moans with my mouth not allowing anything to escape.

  When I feel her pull away from me, I slow the kiss and pull away looking at her response.

  “This is a bad idea Landon; you don’t know me and I…don’t think it’s a good idea.”

  “Fair enough Davina Golden, let’s get to the community I need a shower for more than one reason.”

  She blushes, and it’s the response I want. I lift her bags and pick mine up over my shoulder, and we start walking to my land. The pride will have another member very soon.

  Welcome

  Davina (POV)

  Chapter 4

  Can he get any sexier? I mean two days in a car with a lion who seemed to have a hard on all the freaking time. I worked really hard to make sure my scent or arousal didn’t flood his car.

  Now, we are standing outside getting ready to walk through a heap load of trees, and he decides to lay a kiss on me that makes me weak. This Landon King is sure to have many admirers in his community, the leader of the pride unmated. I can’t believe I’m considering still going, even though he doesn’t give me any other options.

  Landon leads the way, and I start walking behind him, and he starts humming. I’m in such shock I can’t say anything, but listen to this deep beautiful humming sound coming from him. His voice is loud and drowns out every other noise in the f
orest. I see him look over his broad shoulders at me and then continues his humming.

  After walking for what felt like hours, I look and see a small road that leads to houses and other buildings. This really is a community of my people, so why do I feel like I’ll never fit in.

  As we get closer, Landon lets out this loud roar and people, cubs, and even the birds in the air seem to come running full force towards him. Now I see why he has this big ego, everyone here rushes to him like he created water or something.

  I step to the side as he drops the bags and gives out hugs, smiles and a few kisses on cheeks. No one seems to notice me, but then Landon turns around and smiles at me. I think my entire body is red from the blushing.

  I take another step back when I see the females of the pride narrow their eyes at me. I don’t need enemies it’s not like I have anyone to protect me or even back me up.

  “Davina, don’t be shy, come say hello.” His voice is sexy and deep, but it’s not enough for me to move from my spot.

  I shake my head no, and I can see the faces of the others a little shocked at my answer to Landon.

  He walks over to me and takes my hand in his. I want to pull away, but he’s got a pretty good grip on my hand. Once we are standing back where the crowd is gathered, he brings my hand forward.

  “My wonderful lions, lioness’ and cubs we have a new member joining our pride her name is Davina Golden, please welcome her.”

  I can tell the single lions from the mated ones. The single lions came forth immediately smiling and shaking my hand.

  I’m speechless and think nothing more can make me uncomfortable until I hear another voice.

  “Landon, where did you find this beauty…doesn’t matter. Hello Davina, I’m James the handsome one in the family.”

  He comes and picks me up and swings me around laughing causing me to smile and even some of the ladies to smile. I can tell James is well liked and I instantly like him. He doesn’t seem as stuff as Landon.

  “Put her down James, she’s not yours,” Landon says, looking at me.

  It doesn’t go unnoticed by the others standing around. James put’s me down and then gives his brother a huge hug.

  “Come dinner is waiting, and we have much to catch up on,” James says, smiling between Landon and myself.

  As we walk more into the town. Everyone is hanging on every word that proceeds out his mouth. I notice a few of the juniors carrying our bags smiling at me. I’m not sure what everyone thinks, but I was forced here.

  Soon we are walking through a huge door that could almost be classified as two doors. The entrance is beautifully filled with colorful plants and a bench that is made from oak. We continue until we are in a grand room that has seating for twenty-five or more. An older woman comes toward Landon and rests her head on his chest as she cries. Everyone including me starts tearing up. This must be his mother.

  “My sweet cub is home; I’ve missed you so much, and James has too he’s been torturing your mother with his jokes.” She says, laughing.

  “I’m sorry I stayed away so long, mom, but I have new things being delivered in a couple of weeks I think you will love, plus…” Landon turns, and now every eye in the room is on me. I want to crawl inside myself and hide, but I can’t.

  “This is Davina, and she’s joining our pride,” Landon says.

  His mother walks toward me, and Landon winks at me, and I feel my eyes get bigger. He’s flirting with me.

  His mother continues her slow pace towards me and begins to circle me like I’m prey. I feel annoyed and nervous all at once. Then she speaks.

  “Landon I like her; she would make a fine mate , and she has hips to bear many cubs.”

  I gasp loudly, and so does everyone in the room. Even though I didn’t know what to say I begin to talk.

  “I’m not here for your son, Mrs. King. Landon actually gave me no choice but to come here. I don’t belong to a pride and he thought I should that’s all that is between us.”

  Landon rolls his eyes at me, and I use my hands to urge him to clear this misunderstanding up.

  “Davina if you are not here to mate with Landon you’ve made all these single women in here very happy,” James says, nudging my arm. I look over, and he’s smiling from ear to ear.

  “I’m hungry can the king of the pride get fed please,” Landon says. As he goes to have a seat at one of the many chairs around the table, he holds one hand behind himself and tugs me with him. “I’m sure you’re hungry too Davina.”

  James holds his hands up in surrender, and I feel like the new kid in school. When we sit, food is brought out to us like royalty. I’ve never experienced anything like this, but I like it. Landon nodded for things he wanted and things he didn’t want he shook his head no. Once his decisions are made food is rolled out to us, and we eat along with everyone else present.

  Landon leans over and whispers in my ear.

  “You are going to fit in perfect Davina.” His voice touches my soul, and a shiver goes down my back. I look over at him, and he winks at me again.

  I close my eyes as my body betrays me with the nearness of his lips to me. I may be a rogue, but something tells me that the pride wants Landon to take a mate. His mother didn’t make it so discreet while walking around me as she examined me. And from the looks of the females, they all want to be his mate. I’m not sure about how this pride works, but from what I’ve heard you must fight for the king of the pride. I’m not fighting anyone for Landon as much as he sends butterflies inside of me , fighting for him will never happen.

  It’s not long before a tall, slim black haired woman walks up and sits on the other side of Landon. The way that she looks at him , it’s clear she wants to be his mate. I see him, even though he doesn’t want me too that he looks at her in a familiar way. They have had sex that’s for sure, by the smirk on her face. Landon gets up to speak with some men coming towards him. He looks over his shoulder at me gives me a smile and turns walking away with the men.

  “I’m Wendy and Landon, and I will be mated, so whatever you to have, end it, because no one will mate with him except me Davina.” Her words are low and sharp.

  “Wendy, I’m not thinking about mating with anyone, but I’m not like you, and if you threaten me again, my welcome will end quickly if I have your head in my mouth,” I snap.

  She swallows hard and rolls her eyes, then rises with grace and walks away. I look around the room and notice some are smiling at me, others looking concerned, and a few unwanted stares as well.

  I shouldn’t have come. Now, that I’m here I have no way of leaving or how to begin.

  Stay

  Landon

  Chapter 5

  Wendy is always causing fucking trouble. She has this idea that I will mate her because she and I have sex when I want, but I would never marry a cold-hearted female.

  I hear her whispering to Davina, but I have more pressing issues. The elders walk in, and I don’t need them making a scene. I lead them away from my homecoming party. My brother James follows me.

  “I’m glad you decided to come home and take a mate…” Oren one of the elders says.

  “I’m here to let you all know, do not attempt to give me an order. I’m the ruler, the king of this pride and anytime you need a reminder I’ll be more than willing to give it to you.” I growl, as my eyes change to an amber glow.

  The anger I feel at this moment could have me wanting to rip heads off. My brother James comes and puts his hand on my shoulder to calm me. I look at him and take a deep breath.

  “Landon it’s only right for you to take a mate and start having cubs. It’s the only way the pride will survive.” Another elder speaks.

  “My brother has not been in town for a day, now he has given you an answer, either you take it, or you find out why I’m the beast in the family.” James snaps.

  I nod to my brother, and the elders leave one by one. James walks over to me and raises his brow smiling. I know what he wants to talk abou
t the feisty female lioness named Davina.

  “Landon, I see how you look at her and don’t pretend with me. You know your secret is safe with me, but where did you find her?” He asks.

  “I walked in a small diner, and she was working there. I’m still trying to understand why she’s been on her own.” I reply.

  “Doesn’t really matter you have made her a part of our pride, now the only thing you need to do is make sure the other females who are waiting to mate with you don’t kill her.”

  “I think they would have a tough fight on their hand if they try, besides if they hurt someone I bring into my pride, it’s punishable by death.”