Liam, Lucy, Brandon, and Cameron are staring at me with concern. I'm wrapped tightly in Liam's arms and my tears begin to fall. The next thing I know, I am being carried into the house with the brothers following behind.
"I'll go grab her some extra blankets!" I hear Lucy call out to nobody in particular from down the hall.
"Hey, shh, shh, it's okay. You're safe now." I lay my head against Liam's chest and find myself calming down. Brandon walks over with my bag and asks if I need anything at the moment. Shaking my head, he heads toward the bedroom door. "We will be in the living room when you're done getting dressed. Okay? I'm going to brew some coffee." With that said, the door softly closes.
When I look up at my mate's face, a lone tear escapes him. I reach my hand up and gently wipe it away. "Liam, are YOU okay?"
He forms a small smile, "I am now. Kylie, you hit your head pretty hard on the pool floor. I would like to take you to the hospital, please." The mention of a hospital brings the memories straight back to me. "NO!" I shout, startling Liam.
"I... I mean, no, I'm okay. I promise." He stares at me in disbelief.
"Can we just go back home, please?" His face softens and lets out a sigh. "Of course. Get dressed, and then we will go say bye to everyone."
"Thank you," I whisper. He turns around like a gentleman and I grab my clothes from my bag and quickly get dressed, eager to get out of this house.
Once we open the bedroom door, the aroma of coffee hits me. Mmm, it smells so good.
Stepping into the living room, the family is sitting around and sipping their beverages. Cameron is the first to place his mug down and rushes over to me. Grabbing me in a tight hug, he begins to apologize over and over again.
"Kylie, I am so sorry! I didn't mean to shove you that hard. Please don't hate me. I'm so glad you're okay! Do you need anything? Mom, bring the blankets over!"
"Cameron, please, relax." I let out a soft laugh. "I'm okay, it was just an accident. I could never hate you. You're one of my best friends!" I give him a reassuring hug, and suddenly feel a blanket draped around me.
"Thank you, Lucy," I say with great force of politeness.
Brandon speaks up, "Would you guys like to have a seat? The coffee is fresh and made just the way you like." Brandon pats the seat next to him.
"Thank you all, but I just want to go home. Sorry."
"Oh hush. You have nothing to apologize for. It's been a long day for you, my dear. Go home and rest. We will see you tomorrow." Lucy then turns toward Liam, "You take good care of her. Okay?"
He gives a mock salute, "yes, ma'am."
Once back at Liam's place, my mouth begins running and I pace the floor. I can't control myself and everything from the memories just unfolds. I tell him every little detail that I remember, and he doesn't say a word until I am finished with my story.
I once more find myself in his strong, yet comforting arms. As he strokes my hair, I hear him mutter, "I'm going to f*****g kill her."
"No!" I shout as I pull away from his arms. I look him sternly in the eyes. "He was my father. I want to be the one to kill her. As soon as I get my wolf, I am going to confront the b***h. Until then, promise me you will pretend to be nice. I also want to discuss this with Brandon and Cameron beforehand. It is their mother after all."
"And what will happen if they turn their backs on you and tell their mom your plan? If anyone comes after you, I will kill them. You know that, right? I understand they are your friends, but I won't allow anything or anyone to harm you."
Letting out a deep sigh, I nod. "I understand and I love that about you. You make me feel so safe and cared for, especially when I'm in your arms." I slowly approach him as if I'm the predator and he my prey. My eyes dart straight to his pants and I can see the bulge already forming.
"Kylie." He softly mutters my name.
"Yes, Liam?" I bat my eyes at him as we are now face to face. My eyelashes brush his skin as I begin kissing his jawline. His hands instantly grab my ass and I let out a soft moan. That's all it takes for him to lift my chin and capture my mouth. Wrapping my legs around his waist, he carries me to the bedroom without our lips ever leaving one another.
Tossing me onto the bed, he hovers above me. Finally! I have been waiting for this man to take my virginity.
"Just a couple more days until your birthday. Get some rest." He gives me one last kiss before heading to the bathroom. I hear the shower run and I sigh in defeat as I close my eyes. My birthday can't come soon enough.