Page 169 of Caged Between the Beta & Alpha
“Liam!” Raven said suddenly, cupping my face. The tingles of the sparks soothed the storm a little, but… it wasn’t enough.
“I’m okay... the seal… it’s broken,” I said quietly.
I lifted her off my lap, feeling the darkness trying to take control, and I realised at that moment that no matter how much I didn’t want it, I may still end up hurting those that I love…
There may still be a few weeks until the Blood Moon, but my time was over.
Raven
The entire journeyhome, Liam had been quiet. His hand never left mine, but the storm inside of him, well, I could feel it. My heart hurt for him. I just… wanted us to be happy. I still believed we’d be okay, we’d be able to do this, but it still terrified me.
“How are you feeling?” Aunty Red asked me.
It was night, and we had just had dinner at the Alphas’ home. I mean, I’d call it a small mansion, really... the kitchen was huge yet cosy. I had insisted on helping clean up.
“I’m okay,” I said, smiling and flashing her a peace sign. “Thank you for everything.”
“Anytime,” she replied with a smile. “Heat is a bitch.” I laughed.
“Oh, it definitely is,” I agreed. “Aunty… I know what Liam did brought back painful memories, but he really regrets it…” She smiled sadly at me and came over, flicking my forehead lightly.
“Are you trying to speak in his defence?” She asked, amused.
“Maybe?” I said sheepishly. “He made a mistake, but there were factors and he’s still working on redeeming himself. I love him, and I don’t want you to be upset with him.” Did I sound too bossy? I hoped not… but she just smirked slightly.
“I’m glad you both finally got there… I swear, it took you long enough!” She teased. “Don’t worry. I’m okay, and I know he’ll be okay, too. You better head to bed, it’s late.”
I nodded and dashed out of the kitchen, up the steps I’d climbed countless times throughout my childhood. However, unlike back then, I didn’t stop at Kia’s room; I walked right past it to my mate’s room.
I opened it and saw him towel drying his hair. He was shirtless and I almost drooled at how delicious he looked. Water trickled down that muscular chest of his, down his chiselled abs, and into the band of his sweatpants that hung low on his hips, showing off his perfectly groomed V.…
“Hey,” I said, my stomach fluttering as I shut the door behind me.
“Hey…” he said, tossing the towel into the washing hamper.
My core ached and I knew, deep down, I wanted him completely. I had told him earlier; I just hoped he would lead the way. He pulled me closer, his hands closing around my waist.
“So… I was thinking… once I’m caught up with the work around-”
He grimaced, closing his eyes and stepping away. My heart thumped, feeling the darkness surge around him once again.
“Shit…”
“Hey, hey, look at me,” I said, gripping his face.
“I’m okay,” he said, looking up at me. His eyes were darkening to a deep navy. I could feel his struggle. I pressed my lips against his, kissing him deeply until I felt him calm down and finally kiss me back slowly. His heart was beating hard in his chest.
“We are going to get through this,” I whispered.
But how? It was getting stronger, and I knew he was trying his best to fight it…
The door suddenly opened, and we both turned, moving apart to see Azura standing there in a fluffy unicorn onesie with her hood up, holding a large unicorn plushie in her hand.
“Waven, are you having a sleepover?”
“Umm, yes, I am Zuzu,” I said as Liam smiled slightly.
“Then why I not invited?” She asked unhappily.
