I come closer, using my four paws, and he caresses me. His eyes are on my paws, and slowly, he seems to understand.
“You could have left anytime... If you shapeshifted, you would have been thin enough to...”
I chuckle internally, happy he realized that. I see his eyes widen when he understands this was all on purpose, to show him that if he wants me to trust him, he needs to trust me first. I hesitate a bit before shapeshifting back again, so we can talk. He closes his eyes and hands me his shirt right away. I blush and put it over my naked body quickly.
“Thank you,” I say, blushing a bit.
“Nora, don’t let anyone hurt you again. You’re strong.”
I nod, agreeing entirely with him. Things are certainly different now. I have people supporting me, and my wolf finally awoke. I’m no longer defenseless. Damian seems about to say something but, he looks at me again and, before I can say anything, he suddenly grabs my waist and draws me into a kiss.
I can’t believe it. Damian’s lips are on mine, and he is kissing me so passionately, my breath can barely keep up. And yet, I want more. I respond to his kiss, my hands on his torso, my whole body on fire. His grip on my waist brings me even closer to him, sitting on his lap, and his fingers in my hair are making me crazy. I’m losing control. I need him like I need air, I crave for more each second his lips are on mine.
It’s not a sweet, innocent kiss. Damian is passionate, claiming his hold on me, wanting me. Our bodies entangle dangerously, and I can feel a wildfire igniting inside me. I’m... Gosh, I’m going insane. I didn’t know I could be so indecent, but here I am, responding to Damian’s kiss with all my might. My clumsy hands are on his neck and on his bare torso. It’s almost like my wolf has taken over. I’m so... reckless andhot all over. The taste of his lips, his hard breathing, and his hands all over my body are driving me crazy.
Suddenly, he interrupts our kiss and pushes me on the bed, holding my wrists down. We are both panting, looking into each other’s eyes.
“Okay, stop, stop, Nora. If we keep going...”
I nod. I know, I felt his wolf going crazy. I can barely hold mine, too. She might be ready, but I don’t think I am. I mean... I’m not sure about it. I just know I feel like I went through Hell and Heaven altogether, but I know my wolf is also doing her share, too. She is so excited that I don’t know how I feel myself anymore. I need a clear head, and for now, I’m just dizzy. I need to catch my breath. Gosh, I must be so red from blushing...
“Sorry, I...”
But I don’t know what to say. Everything’s so confusing right now. Damian leans on me and kisses me, a quick, innocent one this time.
“Stay there. You really need to eat something. I’ll go get Tonia.”
He could just use their mind-link to ask her, but we both know it’s best to put some distance between us for now. He exits, or should I say escapes the room quickly. I’m such a mess right now! I must be red from blushing, and I can barely catch my breath. I sit up, pulling Damian’s t-shirt down, and put my fingers in my hair to try and brush it roughly.
Oh my gosh, I can’t believe what just happened. I feel like I just got off an emotional roller-coaster. My heart is beating like crazy, and my wolf is not acting any more decent either. I can’t stop smiling. I’m happy I finally managed to get Damian to understand and trust me, but... I didn’t expect what followed! I was so glad to show him my wolf form, but I couldn’t possibly have imagined he would... kiss me next!
“Nora?”
Tonia just came back, carrying a table tray. I feel so embarrassed facing her after what just happened, and I just have a t-shirt on! It’s big enough to cover up to my thighs, but still! I go to grab a new outfit from one of the wardrobes and run to the bathroom.
“Nora, I know that t-shirt!” She laughs. “You naughty girl!”
This is so embarrassing I could die, though I do try to ignore her laughing while I get dressed up. I grabbed a blue denim skirt and a white top that match my taste. Once I’m a bit more decent, I look at myself in the mirror. My hair is a bit all over the place, and my cheeks are bright red, but it’s not that bad.
When I exit the bathroom, I flee straight to the bed and stubbornly concentrate on my lunch to ignore Tonia’s amused glances.
“Well, happy to see you feeling better, baby girl. Bobo was worried, too, you know.”
At least she doesn’t look like she will try to ask difficult questions. I catch a bit more rest in the main room after eating while Damian left to go back to work. He said goodbye with a surprisingly innocent and swift kiss, but just remembering it makes me blush, too. Bobo volunteers to accompany my nap on the couch.
When I wake up again, it’s dinner time. Bobo is snoring loudly at my feet, curled up like a giant, furry ball. I get up and join Tonia in the kitchen, but to my surprise, she is not alone. Nathaniel smiles at me as soon as I come in, dressed in a formal shirt and dark jeans, his blonde hair shining like he just stepped out of some magazine. How can the Black brothers be so handsome, all three of them?
“Hello, princess. How are you feeling today?”
“Much better, thanks. Are you staying for dinner?” I ask as I walk over the counter to check what’s left in the fridge.
“No, princess, I’m just dropping by. I was hoping we could talk a little.”
I frown and close the fridge. What does Nathaniel want to talk about? He may be smiling, but I can tell he’s pretty serious. I walk over and sit at the table next to him. Tonia brings us drinks, and I know she wants to listen, too.
“What do you want to talk about?”
“Remember, you mentioned you wanted to work?”
