Broken Loyalty

Thirteen

Lucas watched Grace through narrowed eyes, his hand stretched out before him. He was still very aware of Anthony sitting feet away from them, clutching his shoulder. He didn't pay the pup any mind, he knew Anthony wouldn't be stupid enough to try anything. He was beginning to lose his patience.

"Take my hand Grace," he spoke through gritted teeth.

He didn't have time for this. She had agreed to his terms, and he was growing inpatient. Readying himself to grab her, he was shocked when she placed her hand in his. Pulling her to her feet, he pulled her body flush with his.

He still couldn't get over how tiny she was next to him. His wolf was happy about that, it showed how much she needed a strong Alpha mate to protect her. Hoisting her up into his arms, he caught sight of his Beta walking into the clearing.

"Take the mutt back to the cells." Lucas held Grace's gaze as he spoke next, "he doesn't leave until she completes her part of the agreement."

Not waiting for a response, Lucas headed towards Thomas Walker's territory.  A grin formed on his face. He couldn't wait to parade Grace in front of Thomas, to show him who won.

"You agreed to do exactly as I say and that means you won't fight me when we reach our destination. Am I understood Grace?"

Grace slowly nodded her head before whispering, "Yes Alpha."

Something deep inside of him clenched,  she sounded so defeated. He was supposed to protect his mate, keep her safe and happy. Shaking his head he tightened his grip on her body as he lengthened his stride.

The soft, slow, even breaths coming from Grace told him that she was sleeping which caused his wolf to become more alert. Leaning his head down his inhaled deeply, imprinting his scent into his brain.

Night slowly gave way to morning and Grace began to stir in his arms. He had settled down against a tree for the night, and only slept for a bit. His wolf wouldn't allow it. They were out in the open and he needed to protect his mate.

"Are we close to my brother's land?" Grace yawned.

Lucas smirked down at her before standing and placing her on her feet. He knew Thomas would be on his way shortly, he sensed the patrols and knew they would inform their Alpha.

Gripping her hand he made his way closer to the boundary line. Holding tightly, he paused when he felt they were close enough.

"Lucas, what are we doing here?" Grace asked as she looked up at him.

"You'll see soon, Little Mate." Lucas chuckled.

"Donovan!"

"Right on time." Lucas smirked.

He watched as Thomas stalked towards them, fists clenched at his sides, eyes hard. Lucas watched as Thomas' eyes landed on his sister, softening instantly.

"Grace, you okay kid?" Thomas made to come closer but stopped when Lucas let out a growl.

"You lied to me Thomas. Grace took off towards your land. Yeah she may have changed direction on me a few times, but I know she was heading to you." Lucas shook his head before wrapping a possessive arm around Grace, "but I won."

"Won? Won what?" Grace looked up at her mate.

Lucas chuckled before placing Grace infront of him, both facing her brother. "Remember Thomas, she is mine. My mate, mine to do as I want and there isn't a damn thing you can do about it."

Lucas watched at Thomas' jaw clenched while he shook his head.

"Don't Lucas."

Lucas kept his eyes on Thomas as he skimmed his hands down Grace's arms, a grin appearing on his face when he felt her shiver. Leaning over he nibbled on her ear before attacking his mark on her neck. Grace gasped, and Lucas could feel his wolf's chest swell.

Bringing his lips to her ear he whispered so only she could hear, "remember what I said Grace."

Returning his lips to her neck he continued to nibble and suck on her skin.  Lucas allowed his hands to trail down to the hem of her shirt before raising it over her head and discarding it.

"Grace, stop him," Thomas pled.

"Yes Grace, stop me." Lucas chuckled next to her ear.

Reaching up he cupped her breasts in his hands, a low groan leaving his lips. Popping off her bra, he caught Thomas' gaze again. Smirking in amusement when a low growl left Thomas' lips.

"Lucas, stop."

Lucas lightly pinched her nipples, causing a sharp intake a breath from Grace. He noticed Thomas' eyes never left his face, his eyes flashing between his humans and the solid black of his wolf.  Continuing to play with her nipple with one hand, he ran the other down her smooth flat stomach.

Lucas was hard and pressed himself against Grace, he couldn't wait to be inside her. His fingers brushed the button on her shorts causing Thomas to left out a snarl, ready to lunge.

Popping the button he slowly pulled at the zipper and watched as some of Thomas' men appeared and ND restrained him.

"Alpha! Don't,  you know you would cause a war and you'll be stripped of your title!"

"Don't do it Alpha, you know you can't interfere with an Alpha and his mate!" Another cried out.

"Lucas, please dont do this. Hate me, take it out on me but not Grace," Thomas choked out.

Hooking his fingers into the waistband of her short he pulled down those and the lace underwear underneath. He laughed as Thomas renewed his struggles, his men fighting to keep him at bay.

"Grace don't just stand there!" Thomas shouted at his sister.

"Yes Grace, don't just stand there," Lucas agreed before pushing down lightly on her shoulders.

Lucas smiled in triumph as she dropped to her knees. Kneeling behind her he pressed her forwards and watched as he hand braced herself, hold her weight.

Lucas planted ligh kisses across her back and shoulders and could just faintly hear Thomas in the background.

His beautiful mate was positioned and waiting for him and he couldn't wait to claim her. Popping the button and unzipping his jeans, he pulled them down before lining himself up with her opening. His mate was shaking with pleasure and he softly caressed her back.

Slowly pushing forward he paused, his wolf was fighting for control. He could feel the very tip of his cock breaching her opening, enough that they were touching but not enough to actually be inside her.

He could feel the moment his wolf took over and for the first time he actually realised what was happening around him.

Thomas was in wolf form, fighting off his Beta and third in command, trying to get to his sister. Grace was shaking, but not from pleasure. Sobs wracked her body and her head hung in utter defeat.

Pulling himself from her opening he touched her shoulder, trying to offer comfort.

"Grace?"

He watched as she turned her head, looking him in the eye. What he saw crushed him. Tears poured down her face and her bottom lip was swollen and bloody, teeth marks marring the soft skin.

He could feel the utter distaste his wolf had for him and fought to regain control. Each time he pushed to take back control, his wolf pushed back harder. He knew at that moment he was completely screwed.

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