I can hear Liam gasp and moan, and it spurs me on, knowing I’m the reason he is making those noises. I tighten the pressure of my lips and fingers, speeding up my movements until I feel his body tensing up.
“Annalise,” he moans before he comes into my mouth. It makes me irrationally happy that he called out my name.
I try to swallow his cum down, but it’s too much, and some of it drips out of my mouth. Liam reaches out his hand, cupping my chin, while his thumb wipes my chin clean. “Not that I don’t like the look,” he smirks, making me blush slightly.
I drop down on my back, feeling sticky and sweaty, but I don’t mind. For a moment, we just lay there. He has an arm wrapped around me. “So, what do you think?” he finally asks, kissing the top of my head.
“This definitely has potential,” I mutter happily.
He smiles, peppering me with kisses. “I think so too. How about we try a few other things too?” I can feel his fingers moving down my waist again and slipping between my thighs.
“Yes,” I whisper huskily. “I want more.”
He stands up and sweeps me up into his arms. “Then let me show you the jacuzzi.” He smirks when I nod eagerly.
Chapter seventeen
Chapter 17 Stalker 2
*ANNALISE*
Unfortunately, I don’t see Liam a lot over the next few days. Midterm exams suck, but we meet for dinner and coffee dates as much as possible. He doesn’t pressure me, knowing I want to do well on my exams. I think part of him really likes that I put so much work into my studies; I know that he was a diligent student. Now that my exams are over and done with though, I can’t wait to see him again. To imagine how scared and shocked I was when we first met! Now I want to be close to him all the time.
I don’t even find it weird anymore that I’m his mate. I completely forget to think about his rank and the power imbalance between us. He treats me like I am his equal, and it really boosts my confidence. I feel so blessed and thankful that the Moon Goddess granted me such a wonderful man to be at my side. I will work on myself, too, just like Liam works on himself.
He will pick me up later tonight to stay at his apartment again; and I will probably move in with him during the holidays. I really don’t want to stay at the dorm much longer, and he has already invited me to stay with him more than once. I can’t wait to see him tonight and spend the next few days with him.
My body feels stiff from all the sitting and studying, so I switch into a pair of yoga pants and a blue tank top, deciding to go for a run. Jogging has really helped me to improve my general stamina. It’s evening already; but the days are getting longer. So there is still daylight when I set off. The air is feeling a bit crisper now that night approaches.
Perfect for a run.
I start from the dorm entrance, jogging through one of the quieter streets until I reach a small park and a beautiful avenue. This is my favorite place around campus. Dave, Finn, and I sometimes meet here to study together since we share some of the same classes. I hope the boys did well on their exams. Dave parties a lot, but he can deliver when needed. I’m not so sure about Finn. He didn’t seem to take his studies too seriously initially, but I think Dave and I were able to pull him along a bit and motivate him.
There is some soft rustling behind me, maybe a fox or a cat, I figure, or possibly a racoon. There are a few animals around here and on the campus too. I don’t mind them much and continue my run, picking up my pace until I hear it again.
I stop running. My ears are sharp, just like any other wolf’s.
There is another cracking, rustling sound. Tree branches are being moved.
For a moment, I hold my breath, taking in my surroundings. There is a shadow, I’m sure of it. I don’t smell anything, though; they probably covered their scent. I don’t know why I’m so sure it’s wolves, but I just… know. My gut feeling tells me that something bad is about to happen. I’m not good enough to fight off a bunch of wolves that much I know.
I turn on my heels and run.
I open the mind link.LIAM,I cry out.Help me! Someone is following me. Avenue behind the campus, running towards the parking lot and coffee shops.
*LIAM*
“I bet you can’t wait for Emerson to be back,” Dante teases me while we walk by a few houses of other pack members. Emerson lives a bit further in the forest. He and his wife like quietness and nature.
“You have no idea how much,” I state bluntly. “You can’t drive to save your life.”
Dante raises his eyebrows. “Hey, I am not that bad.”
“Every time, I’m scared we won’t make it out alive,” I say with a smirk. “I’m atoning for all my sins each time.”
“Very funny,” Dante says, rolling his eyes. “You were so adorable as a child. Then unfortunately, you learned how to talk.”
I merely chuckle; Dante cannot upset me in any way. I have never had a closer ally and friend. He is like the older brother I never had., I assume Dante probably also noticed my good mood, so he keeps teasing me. I can’t help it, though. Ever since I met Annalise, I realize that my serious façade is being ripped down, piece by piece.