The Alphas Prize

Chapter 20: Secrets - Part 2/3

Cain fucked me hard and deep, pounding into me at a dizzying speed. Finally, he pulled himself all the way out and smacked my ass once again before plunging back into me. He gripped my hair tightly, pulling my head back and entering me even deeper now.

I moaned and screamed his name loudly. "Fuck, Cain." I bellowed out.

He flipped me over onto my back suddenly, then lifted my legs, putting them over his shoulder and leaned forward, placing his hands on either side of my head. Again, Cain entered me slowly, this time as his mouth devoured mine. My mind was racing with sexual ecstasy, it was foggy, and my head was starting to spin from the orgasm that was building with each thrust, pushing me closer to the edge.

My legs shook as he deepened himself. Cain then reared back slightly and placed his hands on my thighs, entering me deeper than I ever thought possible.

Cain's thrusts were almost violent now, as he consumed my entire being and my climax hit me like a tidal wave. Then, just when I thought I was going to pass out, with one final thrust, Cain released himself inside of me.

We collapsed into each other, savouring the moment of pure bliss. After a few moments, Cain braced himself with his forearms, removed the blindfold and stared into my eyes with an infuriated expression. "Don't ever go out alone again. Do you understand me?" His tone was laced with authority.

I sighed heavily. "Cain, I was fine; nothing happened to me." I propped myself onto my elbows. "You don't have to treat me like a china doll that will break or be destroyed at any given moment. If we are going to be mates and if I am to be Luna, then you need to see me and treat me as an equal." I stood my ground.

He narrowed his eyes and stared at me for a beat. "I see you as my equal, but it is hard for me to treat you like one. My wolf drives me to protect you; it doesn't matter to him what you say or how strong you are; his first and only priority is your safety." He looked away from me and groaned. "There is a lot you don't know about my wolf or me; maybe in time, you will." He almost seemed as if he was ashamed, ashamed of the monstrous side of him.

I pursed my lips, knowing and understanding some of what he was saying, as I knew just how strong our wolves could overpower us. "I understand." I said softly, "I just want to be able to roam around the grounds and such without an escort or being scolded for going out for a run. I know the woods are dangerous, but I didn't go far." I tried to reason with him.

Cain closed his eyes and inhaled, "I will try, but I can't promise anything." Then, he opened his eyes and stared into mine. "The minute I hear of anything that makes me uneasy, you will not go anywhere alone!" He had a brow raised, and Cain stared down at me with a "Don't push me." look etched into his features, causing me to chuckle internally.

I rolled my eyes. "Fine." I thought it was cute, how dominant and protective he was, but also a bit much.

Cain lifted himself and laid on the bed next to me. I rolled onto my side, and Cain's green orbs stared into mine, almost lovingly. He brushed a strand of hair away from my face before kissing my forehead. I closed my eyes and relished this moment. A rare and memorable moment with the man I once feared and who is now my mate.

I awoke some hours later and looked at the clock on the wall, which read 1:47 am. A nightmare had woken me; it was of Cain dying, the whole pack fighting in a battle and the rest, I couldn't remember; it was fuzzy.

I sat up and peeked over my shoulder at the sleeping beast beside me, snoring loud enough to wake the dead. I got out of bed and walked over to the balcony doors, pushing back the curtain. I glanced out at the vast beauty of the land before me; the moon illuminated everything, the water in the pond sparkled, making it look even more magnificent. I stared at the old willow tree, watching as it glowed in the light, almost giving it a golden aura.

I hadn't realized its beauty had me so entranced until Cain placed a hand on my side, causing me to jump. "Holy hell, are you trying to give me a heart attack?" I asked him, a bit too loudly.

He let out a hearty chuckle. "Nope, just like watching you jump out of your skin." He smirked, and I shook my head at him.

Cain's expression turned serious as he gazed out the window from over my shoulder. "What had you so deep in thought?" He questioned.

"Just the moon was shining down on everything, and the willow tree." I shrugged.

"Oh. I see. Well, come back to bed now." He placed a kiss on the top of my head.

I nodded my head. "Yea, I just need to get a drink first and use the washroom."

He groaned. "Ok, hurry up." He said, then returned to the bed, climbing under the sheets.

I went into the washroom, did my business, then walked back out of the bathroom. I left the bedroom and walked down the hall towards the staircase, but stopped before descending as I heard an angry voice coming from Calyx's room. I crept over, doing my best to be sneaky and quiet. As I neared his bedroom, I could hear him more clearly now.

"I've already told you the fucking plan, and we are sticking to the plan, end of story." He whispered yelled.

He was silent for a moment. "If you go against the plan, I will find you and rip your fucking throat out and your pathetic brothers." Calyx growled out.