Griffin nodded.
Ross pulled out his cell and dialed Zane, relaying the events of the last half hour to his king.
“It’s strange but might not mean anything,” Zane said.
“Do you really believe that?” Ross asked.
“Fuck no! I’ll put a couple more eyes on the ground in Sweetwater just in case.” Zane paused, “Don’t come back to the castle tomorrow. Go to Sentinel Point for a couple of days.”
“Why would I do that? No one has kept watch at Sentinel Point for many years.”
“You’ll stink of human pussy. Just do as I say,” Zane growled. “No one is to find out about this.”
“Hey…” A familiar female said, sounding irritated. “I thought you liked the scent of my pussy and I’m a human.”
A hand muffled the phone, but unfortunately he could still hear just fine. “I love the scent of your pussy and could lick it all day and night, Ysnaar, I don’t want anyone scenting that Ross spent the night with Becky. Do not be mad, as I didn’t mean it like that.”
“What did you just say?” Tanya shrieked, sounding overly excited. “Ross and Becky?” Another shriek.
“We will speak later.” Zane ended the call.
Griffin’s shoulders shook, he had obviously heard the entire conversation.
It wasn’t twenty seconds later and Becky’s phone rang. “This is a bad time,” his female said as she answered.
He felt his brow crease when he heard Tanya call Becky a slut.
“Am not.”
“Are too,” his queen threw back. “I just heard that Ross is spending the night. O.M.G! Zane finally gave permission.”
“I can’t really talk.” Becky smiled at Ross, oblivious to the fact that he could hear everything Tanya was saying. Tanya obviously was having one of her pregnant brain moments. The female had been around vampires long enough to know better. Surely she knew he and Griffin would be able to hear the whole conversation. He clenched his jaw and shook his head, the queen was the mischievous type and could just be causing shit for giggles.
“Okay. I was very worried at first but Zane assured me that Griffin is with you guys and that he will make sure that nothing happens to you. After all your whining and moaning about wanting vampire dick, I really hope you don’t go all prim and proper on me. This might be just what you need to forget that wolf. So”—she sighed—“are you going to let him fuck you?”
Becky rolled her eyes. “I kind of already have.”
“Kind of? Or, have already let him fuck you?”
Becky squeezed her eyes shut. “Have.” She chewed on her lip.
When Tanya shrieked on the other end of the line, Ross had to work hard not to cover his ears. Griffin and Ross locked eyes in the rearview mirror and the other male was actually wincing.
“On a score of one to ten, how was he?”
“Can’t do this now,” Becky said between clenched teeth.
“Come on, just say a number.”
“Fine…” Becky huffed.
It was his turn to wince. Maybe he should inform his female that they could hear exactly what Tanya was saying. “Um…about a nine.”
Griffin erupted into a coughing fit that Ross knew was actually laughing. The male was laughing at him because his score had been less than full marks.
Ross stared daggers into the rearview mirror but the other male refused to look up.
“Oh, wow really? So, not as good as the wolf then?” Tanya asked.
His hands tightened on Becky and he had to really work to make himself ease off. This time when Griffin’s questioning gaze tried to catch his, he ignored it.
“I’m sure he can do better. Is round two on the cards?”
His female cleared her throat. “Maybe.”
Griffin broke out into another coughing fit. Tears rolled down his cheeks and his shoulders shook.
“Are you okay?” Elisabeth asked, looking concerned. “Maybe you’re coming down with something.”
Griffin shook his head. “I’m fine.” He finally said, “Just went down the wrong way.”
“What did?” Elisabeth asked, totally oblivious.
Griffin shrugged, his face turning red as he tried hard not to laugh.
Ross clenched his jaw, fighting hard for control. A fucking nine. A nine. Even though he had only had a few minutes, anything less than a ten for his Becky was still unacceptable to him. Especially considering a mangy beast had done better. Ross would do everything in his power to prove to her that he was a worthy mate, fully capable of pleasing her in all ways.
“I need to go now,” Becky said.
“You had better tell me all about it.” Tanya put on a threatening voice.
“We’ll see,” Becky huffed.
“Oh, yes we will…” It sounded like the queen started to say something else but Becky ended the call.
Ross had to fight the urge to put his hand between her legs, from making her writhe in pleasure right here and right now whether they had an audience or not. He needed to show her that he was capable of pleasing her. Ross pulled her closer, running a hand up and down her outer thigh instead. He knew that she would not appreciate being touched so intimately with Elisabeth and Griffin sitting in front of them. Particularly since Griffin could see in the dark and Becky was highly vocal so the others would soon know. Thankfully they were close to her apartment. Soon, he told himself.
“Oh.” Elisabeth put a hand to her mouth. “I should probably go back to my place.”
Ross noticed how disappointed she looked.
Griffin took her hand. “Come up for a little while. We can take you home later.”
He winked and she giggled before recovering quickly and turning to face Becky. “Would you mind?”
His female paused for a second, then she smiled. “Yes, you must definitely come over. We still need to finish our meal.”
“You’re sure?” Elisabeth asked.
“Yes,” both Griffin and Becky answered. The male put his hand on the human’s leg as he said it.
They parked out back and made their way to the elevator. No one said anything on the ride up or on the short walk down the hallway.
His female’s apartment was small but comfortable. Little feminine touches were everywhere. From the tie-backs on the drapes to the cushions on the sofas and even the very live and thriving plants.
Becky locked the door after they were all inside. Sweet, considering no one would dare try anything with him and Griffin there. Although, he did like that she put safety first. He longed for the day…soon…when he would be able to protect her at all times.
Becky walked towards one of the doors before stopping and turning back to the three of them. “Can I get anyone anything to drink? I might have a bottle of wine somewhere.”
“No wine.” Ross tried to keep his voice even but it came out in a low growl none the less.
“Um…coffee maybe?”
“No.” He shook his head. “I need to be inside you now, then we can talk and you can drink wine if you wish.”
The dark haired female made a choking noise, she clasped a hand over her mouth. Griffin whispered something in her ear about them having some alone time. The female…Elisabeth made a sound of acknowledgment. He kept on forgetting that humans, especially the females of the species, were not very vocal about sex. For some strange reason it made them uncomfortable.
Griffin put his arm around the female and whispered something else that made her giggle again. His hackles rose.
“I need to talk to you, Griffin.” He narrowed his eyes at the male. “Becky, please will you wait for me in your bedroom? Preferably naked, I don’t wish to tear any more of your clothes and I would be forced to do so otherwise.”
“I think we should talk first, besides we have guests. We can’t just go and have sex. It wouldn’t be right.”
“Firstly”—the human female, Elisabeth, addressed him—“that outfit is mine.” She pointed at Becky’s clothes. “And secondly…” She
turned to face Becky. “Feel free to go with Ross.” She widened her eyes suggestively at Becky, evidently trying to secretly communicate something to her. Becky threw Elisabeth a dirty look.
“Your friend doesn’t mind and all the more reason to remove your clothes.” He needed her more than his next breath. That nine would soon be a twelve. Minimum. He shook his head. “We’ll rut first and talk later. Make no mistake, we have much to discuss.”
She shook her head harder, her blond curls bounced. “Talk first and that’s that.”
Ross clenched his teeth. “One very quick conversation but we’ll do it naked.”
“We can’t talk while we’re naked.”
“Want to bet? We could even talk while I’m rutting you. I like that idea even more. That way we could talk for hours…all night if you want.”
Her hands flew to her ample hips and her large breasts thrust forward. He could see how her nipples had pebbled against the fabric. His female wanted him even if she wouldn’t admit it. “No freaking way. We will first set the ground rules and then I’ll decide whether or not you get to stay.”
“I’m staying.” He smiled at her. “Of that you can be certain.”
“We’ll see.” She huffed.
When he looked back at Griffin, the male had an amused look on his face. Ross made for the kitchen area, ensuring that he brushed past Becky. As their bodies made contact, her breathing hitched and her heart rate picked up speed.
She was afraid and he planned on finding out why. It would be difficult, but he would rein in the need to rut her until she screamed with pleasure. It was important that she be happy. That way she would be able to relax. He planned on making her scream, long and hard.
As soon as the door closed behind them, and before Griffin had turned to face him, he blurted, “You are not to rut that female.”
Griffin swung around looking at first crestfallen and then angry. “Why the hell not? I am highly attracted to her and she feels the same about me. I can scent her arousal. If I were to slip my hand into her panties, I’m sure she would be—”
He held up a hand. “Enough. I have received special permission to rut this human on the condition that you are ready to save her should the need arise.”
“You said you don’t plan on drinking from her.”
“Plans have changed.” He narrowed his eyes.
“You are not permitted to take from her.” Griffin narrowed his eyes back.
“Mistakes happen.”
“Bull fucking shit. You plan on taking from her. Mistake my ass.” Griffin chuckled. “It would be the perfect way to ensure that you receive a ten next time round.”
Ross snorted. “A ten…when I sink my fangs into her she won’t remember how to fucking count.”
“You’re serious? I don’t think you should—”
“Enough!” Ross snapped. More harshly than he intended. “You do not have permission to rut the human. The only reason you are here is to ensure my human’s safety. Do your duty with the knowledge that I plan on taking from her. Am I clear?”
Griffin folded his arms across his chest, a grin on his face. “You just called her your human. There is no way in hell Zane and Brant will let you mate her.”
“Make no mistake…” The sense of urgency increased. “The female is mine, I will find a way to convince the kings of that.”
“You may have to first convince her.” Griffin chuckled. “It sounds like some wolf beat you to it.” His grin was impossibly wide and his eyes had narrowed in humor. “It sounds like the beast left quite the impression.”
Ross hadn’t meant to do it, but rage hot and thick coursed through his veins making him punch Griffin in the face. He managed to pull back at the last second so no bones broke.
Griffin’s eyes widened in shock and he brought a hand up to cradle his jaw.
Ross knew that he should probably apologize but to hell with it. The male should not have goaded him like that.
“Sheesh…” Griffin shook his head. “You really must care for her.”
Ross nodded once. “I do.”
“Good luck then. I won’t tease you again.”
Ross started to walk away but Griffin cleared his throat so he turned back. “Is there something else that you want to discuss?”
Griffin nodded, looking uncertain.
“I’m listening.” He had to work to keep his voice even.
“You said I can’t rut the female.”
Ross narrowed his eyes and he nodded.
The male stuffed his hands into his pockets. “I would like to ask permission to give her pleasure.”
Ross locked his jaw. What harm could it do? As long as the male kept his wits about him. “She may not touch you in any way but you are permitted to give her pleasure.”
The tension eased out of the male. “Can I kiss her?” He smiled.
Ross nodded. “Kiss her, touch her but you are to remain vigilant. That means she keeps her hands and mouth off of you. The only thing she can touch is her lips to yours. Am I clear?”
Griffin smiled and nodded. “I can live with that.”
“If your dick goes anywhere near her though then you will hurt. If my female dies because you can’t follow orders, then I will kill you.”
The male turned pale. “You can rely on me.”
Chapter 5
Esral walked into the boardroom, the kings were talking quietly with their backs to the door.
“I don’t trust them,” Brant said.
“Don’t forget that they have sworn their fealty, besides I trust King Katar,” Zane replied, his voice deep and sure.
They were talking about her people.
“It’s the son that I am worried about,” Brant muttered almost to himself.
What was going on?
Both males turned to her as she entered. They had the most imposing dark stares that she had ever seen. Their eyes seemed to look right into her.
It made her heart race and her breathing hitch. It made her knees shake and her hands turn clammy. Xavier put a reassuring hand to her back.
She realized that, as kings, their natural inherent dominance easily asserted itself over others. A logical explanation. She reminded herself that she had spent many moons in the company of her father and brother who were both dominant leaders. Even her beloved mother had been a natural leader. As the princess, the same blood ran through her own veins. She was royalty, from strong stock and would not allow the likes of Brant and Zane to bully her.
Esral squared her shoulders while looking both males in the eyes. She stepped forward, moving away from the male behind her.
Xavier.
He was an enigma. He treated her like his naughty sister most of the time, not letting her do anything, kept saying it was too dangerous. Like going for a walk in the forest was dangerous. How was swimming in the lake dangerous? Yet he’d acted like she wanted to throw herself from a tall cliff or something.
He growled at any males that came too close, but made it quite clear that he wasn’t interested in her himself. The male had asked her out once, but she knew he did so out of duty rather than because he really wanted to so she’d turned him down.
By the way he rutted with the female vampires, it was even clearer that he didn’t want her. Her heart clenched painfully. If only there was a way to make him see that she existed. Not as his charge but as a female. All she wanted was for him to notice her. To really see her.
“Please take a seat.” Brant said, drawing her out of her reverie. The king pulled out a chair for her.
Esral inclined her head. “Thank you.” She sat down across from the formidable males.
Zane folded his arms on the table in front of him. His brow was creased, his eyes focused solely on her. “We have a few questions that we need to ask about your species.”
She nodded once. “I will do my best.” Although Esral was now one of the vampires, accepted amongst these creatures as one of their own, she was still very much an elf and would
do anything to protect her people.
“Good.” Brant glanced at Zane. “Some elves were seen buying meat in Sweetwater.”
She felt her brow crease and her eyebrows draw together. “That doesn’t make sense. Are you sure they were elven?”
Zane nodded. “Very sure, aside from the clear physical attributes…” He pointedly looked at her ears. “You also have a unique, easily recognizable scent.”
She shook her head. “My kind are vegetarians, they would never consume flesh. It is against everything we hold sacred.”
Zane sighed, he pinched the bridge of his nose. “This may be so but three elves were seen buying meat in Sweetwater. This is a fact, Esral, I’m not here to argue with you…we just want to get to the bottom of this.” He sighed again. “Do you have any idea why this is?”
She shook her head, wanting to argue further. It couldn’t be. Surely these males were trying to confuse her. “It doesn’t make any sense,” she muttered. “Even so”—she lifted her chin—“surely the buying of”—her nose wrinkled in disgust—“meat is not a crime.”
Brant raised his eyebrows. “Well…no, but it is very strange.”
“It was wrong of my brother to ever enter into an alliance with those wolves…it shouldn’t be reason to immediately jump to conclusions though.”
Brant threw Zane a look that she couldn’t quite interpret. Maybe she should have kept her mouth shut about her brother and the alpha. “We are still cautious. It will take time to rebuild trust.”
“But, the elves have retracted the alliance with the wolves and are very serious about a partnership with the vampires. So much so, that my father gave his only daughter as a show of unity. Do you really think they would go against you?” She looked from one male to the other.
“Leave us.” Brant looked past her at Xavier who stood by the door.
“What? Why?” Xavier’s familiar low rumbling voice sounded. It made her blood run faster, hotter.
“Just do as I say,” Brant sounded almost bored.
There was first a heavy sigh and then the sound of the door closing as he complied.
Brant shook his head. “I hope you realize that you have not taken a male, so technically there is no official unity between our two species.”
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