~Aspen~

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Aspen Holy mother of Moon Goddess! What was happening? I’d been bathing for tomorrow when his scent hit me. Like a thousand pounds of bricks. I’d obviously had the same effect, because he was aroused. But when I saw him, I couldn’t even believe it. It was like I felt with Silas, but so much stronger. The way I felt with Zion was even different. He was crazy, I couldn’t leave with him. I am getting married tomorrow! How did he expect me to explain this to my family? To my kingdom? Even his name drew me in. Caleb. Why did he have to have such a nice sounding name? Everything was so different now. “Caleb.” I tested his name out and I heard him groan softly. A small smile crept across my lips. Why did it have to roll off my tongue like it was meant to be? What was the Moon Goddess thinking, giving me two mates like this. Technically I had three, if you count Silas. I felt nothing for the other two like I did for Caleb, though. I wanted to feel his hands on my skin, exploring everywhere. I wanted to feel his lips on mine, then everywhere else. I clenched my legs together and then gave a small gasp. “Aspen,” He groaned out painfully. He could probably smell my arousal and I blushed. I couldn’t hide the fact that I wanted him. He took a step closer to me, and I stayed in my spot. I needed to feel his touch again, even if I knew it was punishing myself. I couldn’t have him. I closed my eyes as his hand came to my cheek once again. A soft moan escaped me just from the light touch. “You’re mine, Aspen. Make no mistake about that.” His voice was so husky, so thick with desire that I nearly whimpered at the sound. I was his. “I-I can’t. “I whispered, trying to keep the logic side of me present. It was useless. “I’m supposed to marry Zion tomorrow. How am I going to tell him I can’t? You said he wasn’t my mate, how do you know? “I asked, my voice catching slightly. Everything I thought I knew was turning upside down. He frowned slightly, as if trying to figure out the right words. “I’ve been watching you for weeks. There is something not right with Zion.” He sighed and took a step back from me. I almost cried at the loss of closeness. I needed to feel him hold me, the urge was too much to resist. I took a step forward and he watched me with those dark eyes of his. “If you come any closer, I can’t promise I won’t touch you.” He said, his voice sounding as though he was in pain. I whimpered softly and took another step towards him, now we were only inches apart. “What if I want you to touch me?” I asked softly, looking at him from under my lashes. A soft growl came from him and he cupped my face with his hands. The sparks that erupted made me moan softly. His touch was electric, and I wanted more. I craved more. “If I touch you more than this, I won’t be able to stop.” He whispered, pressing his forehead against mine. I understood what he was saying, and that he was holding back. We would have our time soon, I just had to figure out this wedding. “How do I stop the wedding?” I asked, closing my eyes. I was focusing on the small touches he was giving me. I needed to get my fill before he pulled away again, or for when he left. My heart broke at the thought of him leaving, but I knew he had to. If anyone caught him in here, it would be the end. His answer surprised me. “Don’t. “I could tell by the tone of his voice that was hard for him to say. “You will not marry him, but don’t stop it. I need to figure out what Zion is up to. The only way to do that is-” I interrupted him. “Is to make it seem like nothing has changed.” I finished and he nodded. But things had changed. I didn’t know if Zion really belonged to me or if it was all a trick. I didn’t want to go along with the wedding anymore. What I wanted was for Caleb to whisk me off my feet and take me away from here. To soothe the burning I was feeling from his presence. “It’s said that true mate bonds are the hardest to break. Whatever Silas was to you, I don’t believe he was your true mate. I could never choose another over you, even if I was forced. I’d rather die than put you through that. Zion would have noticed and taken advantage of that. Or maybe someone else noticed and took advantage of Zion.” He was talking nonsense, but at the same time, complete sense. "Caleb," I let his name roll off of my tongue like it was meant to be there. It felt amazing, and some part of me couldn't wait until I was screaming his name in pleasure. I'd never had such thoughts about anyone before. I gave a soft gasp and the man in front of me gave me a wicked smile.  "Don't say my name like that unless you want me to claim what is mine." He growled in a warning. He'd obviously never hurt me, but I could tell he was struggling to hold himself back. I wanted to reach out and pull him to me, but we couldn't, not here, not now.  "I think you-" I cut myself off from saying the words. I didn't want him to go. My heart was already clenching at the thought of it. "Please don't make me say it. " I whispered, closing my eyes, moving my head to rest against his chest.  His arms wrapped around my body in a tight, warm embrace. "I'm going to figure this out. I promise you. " I wanted to believe him, but the fact that my wedding is tomorrow, my doubts are high. I could never marry another now that I had found my one. My true one.  We forced ourselves away from each other and he took a step back, it caused me to wince slightly. I knew it wasn't because of me that he was distancing himself, but the pain didn't listen to reason. I turned my back to him, unable to watch him leave. He had my heart now, and with every step he took towards the doors, he was crushing it. When I heard the rattle of the door handle, I turned around quickly. He was still standing there. Without thinking, I ran towards him and launched myself at him, wrapping my legs around his waist. My lips found his in a heated, needy kiss. He turned us and pressed me up against the hard doors, which caused me to give a soft moan.  By the time we broke our lips apart, we were both panting. "I couldn't let you leave without kissing you." I said softly, resting my forehead to his. He nodded, still breathing heavily as he stared at me. "I was kind of hoping you'd do that. " He teased and I smiled at him, giving him a soft laugh.  Caleb put my feet back down on the floor and ran a hand through my hair. "I promise you I will be back for you, tomorrow. Just stall them as best you can." I nodded and he placed a soft kiss to my lips. "I have to go." The words sounded painful and I nodded my head again, biting my lip. It was hard to let him leave, but I knew there was no other option.  I stepped out of the way of the door, watching his every move. He leaned over and kissed my forehead, causing me to close my eyes. I kept them close, even after his lips left my skin, even after I heard the door open and then click close. I didn't want to open them and not see him. Taking a deep breath, I slowly opened my eyes and instantly felt my heart clench. I missed him. He'd just left and I missed him like the flowers miss the sun. I knew in that moment that neither Silas nor Zion were my true mates. Silas was just a mate to get me to where I am, and Zion, well, I haven't figure him out yet.  I walked back to my bath and sank back into the water. I needed to wash his scent off of me before anyone could smell it on me. Once I was done, I dressed myself for the night and took a deep breath. I could still smell his faint scent. Tears pricked my eyes as I curled up in bed, pulling covers over my head. "Please find a way." I whimpered into the empty room, as if he could hear me. Tomorrow was going to be a very long, hard day. I had to stop a wedding, and figure out what Zion wanted from my family. 
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