Mate

CHAPTER 14

~KYLE~

As I reach the pinnacle of the staircase, right before embarking onto the grand stage, I gently shut my eyes, a momentary pause to gather my composure. With a confident stride, I finally make my entrance, surrendering to the deafening applause of the crowd, letting their roar wash over me and bring tranquility to my restless soul.

"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen!"

Their relentless chants of my name reverberate through the air, echoing like a melody in my ears. In that very instant, every ounce of discomfort within my body dissipates, overshadowed by the sheer exhilaration of this remarkable moment.

"Apologies for the slight delay, my dear fans. But now, are we ready to ignite this euphoric spectacle?"

I inquire, a playful smile dancing upon my lips. The crowd responds with an explosion of cheers, their enthusiastic voices mingling with the melodies as my band springs to life, their instruments harmonizing with my very essence.

In the midst of the symphony, I surrender myself entirely to the music, losing all sense of time and space. The stage becomes my sanctuary, and every note that escapes my lips or is born from my fingertips is a testament to the profound connection I share with my art.

~4 hours later ~

"As I bid adieu to each and every one of you, I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have shared this incredible town with such amazing souls. It has undeniably been a divine blessing."

As my final words resonate through the air, I sense his gaze fixated upon me. Fatigue tugs at my weary bones, urging me to find solace in rest. Amidst the sea of faces, our eyes intertwine, and in that moment, a melody takes shape within my mind.

"To commemorate our cherished supporters, we shall unveil a brand-new composition we have recently crafted." I announce, seeking consent from my bandmates. With a unanimous nod, I settle onto the stage, and a hush settles over the crowd, brimming with anticipation.

The harmonious chords begin to weave their gentle tapestry, and I exchange a knowing glance with my comrade, as the lyrics spring forth effortlessly.

As the melody flowed from my lips, I immersed myself in the depths of my lyrics.

■"My existence was my own, untethered by anyone else's grasp. We crossed paths, exchanged pleasantries, but my life was a constant battle that I fought for and earned. The fame that I had acquired would never slip through my fingers; it was a part of me, a testament to my dedication. Yet, it was imperative for you to understand that it was you who needed to depart from my life. I would never surrender to appease the fleeting radiance of the moon, for she had never yielded to please me."▪︎

The song concluded, leaving the crowd momentarily silent before erupting in a symphony of shouts and applause. Fans cried out their love for us, their passion palpable in the air. Searching the stage, I noticed his absence. Taking one final bow, I gracefully retreated from the spotlight.

At the foot of the staircase, he patiently awaited my arrival. My strength waned, and I crumbled, but he caught me just in time, preventing me from succumbing to the exhaustion that plagued my body. It was a battle I could no longer fight. I needed respite, acknowledging that the pain had become unbearable. Whimpers escaped my lips, a testament to the agony, until finally, I succumbed to unconsciousness.

As consciousness slowly returned, the first thing that struck me was my nakedness. My body was engulfed in a rising heat, beads of sweat clinging to every inch of my skin. I found myself lying on my back in an unfamiliar bed, and with a single blink, I adjusted my eyes to the dimly lit room. The sensation of the soft cotton sheets against my sensitive skin heightened my awareness in that moment.

A captivating scent enveloped me, causing a moan to escape my lips as the heat within me pooled in the pit of my stomach, igniting an intense fire. "You're awake," a husky voice echoed from beside me, drawing my attention to the speaker. I realized then that he had been there all along, watching me. Leaning towards me from the edge of the bed where he sat, I followed his movement with my eyes, my already moist lips instinctively moistened even more.

With both hands resting on either side of me, he trapped me in his embrace, his body caging mine. His lips brushed close to my ear, his warm breath teasing my sensitive flesh, intensifying my arousal. In response, my back arched off the bed, while my head pressed flat against the pillow, overwhelmed by sensations.

His nose immediately found its way to my throat, inhaling deeply. A low rumble escaped him, and my inner wolf stirred, sensing his desire. He attempted to exert his dominance over me, his body yearning for his mate. The bond between us pulled me closer to him as my mind began to cloud, surrendering to the intoxicating connection.

"Mate, I must claim you," he whispers against the nape of my neck, his lips capturing the delicate pulse throbbing beneath my flesh. My fingers instinctively entangle themselves in his hair, gently tugging on the strands. Despite my resistance, my body surrenders to his touch, grinding against him involuntarily. The friction brings a momentary relief to the fiery ache in my stomach, igniting a primal desire to mate.

My core glistens with slick, a telltale sign of an omega eagerly preparing to accept the alpha's knot. As his teeth graze my skin, his hand ventures down my chest, eventually finding its place between my trembling thighs. I bite down hard on my lip, relishing in the temporary pain that serves as a brief respite from his torment. It is a necessary distraction before I fully surrender myself to him.

I press against his firm chest, desperation lacing my words. "Please, enough!" I plead, the fight evident in my trembling voice. In return, he emits a low growl, his menacing presence threatening to overpower me. He was on the verge of sinking his teeth into me for the second time, solidifying our bond. "I said stop!" I exclaim, summoning every ounce of strength I possess to deliver a forceful punch to his face, momentarily captivating his focus. However, before he could react, the enticing aroma emanates from the nearby door, causing the primal instincts within me to stir.