A bite from an Alpha King

Epilogue

-Chris-

“You sure you’re ready for this?”

“That’s like the hundredth time you’ve asked me that today,” I replied, turning to look at Garrett behind me.

He just shrugged and smiled. “Well, you getting mated. I’ve got a getaway car if you need one.” He fished a pair of car keys from his white pants.

I rolled my eyes at him. Always so quick with the jokes. “Don’t need one. I’m sure.”

“What’s that?” Damian inquired as he walked over to us.

“Keys to Chris’s getaway car,” Garrett said.

“Good. I bet a hundred that he heads for the forest as soon as Kate comes out,” Damian replied, crossing his arms and looking smug.

“You bet on me bailing?” I asked incredulously.

They both nodded.

“Yeah, Rider and I think you’ll run away before she even steps out,” Garrett said.

“Yeah, and Evan and James think you’ll do it during the ceremony,” Damian added.

“And the king?” I inquired. “Did he bet I’d run right about now?”

“No, strangely, he bet you’d last all the way through and actually get mated to her,” Damian told me.

“Seems like the king is my new best friend,” I joked.

“What?” Garrett exclaimed, placing a hand over his heart, pretending to be offended. “That hurt.”

We all laughed as the king approached, smiling at me before placing a hand on my shoulder. “Ready?”

“I’ve been ready since I saw her,” I told him.

He nodded, understanding exactly what I meant. Then he turned and let out a loud whistle. We had transformed the garden into our own little ceremony, and Kate would be revealed on the grand patio. The other females—Octavia, Selene, Isabella, Lily—were with her, while the rest of the pack were gathered in the garden, standing close to the little path leading up to me and our makeshift altar, which was just a flower arch.

After the king whistled, the door opened, and out came Kate. She looked so beautiful, just like the first time I had seen her—or rather, run into her. Her silver hair flowed in the cold wind, which I barely felt because of the warmth spreading through me at the sight of my mate. She was breathtaking.

The red dress flowed gracefully, trailing along the ground. It had long sleeves and a deep V-cut that revealed just the right amount of skin. And all I could think was that wait to tear it off her during our little hunt after the ceremony.

This was perfect, though. My family was gathered here to watch, along with everyone from the pack who could make it to welcome the new member—or members. Since I had given up my title and pack and asked to join the king’s pack, I needed to be accepted too. Not that anyone would say no. They knew me, and soon they would know Kate as well.

She walked down the path, flanked by the other mates. Selene carried one of the twins, while the other was with her father. Her birth had gone beautifully. Both the babies and their mother were healthy and thriving.

As Kate drew closer, I held out my hand, and she took it. The other females joined their mates, and the crowd behind us began to swell as Koda walked over to join Andrew and Rick, who had also been invited to the union.

“Are you sure?” Kate suddenly inquired.

Laughter erupted around us.

“What is it with everyone and that question?” I chuckled, which made her laugh too. But soon, we all turned serious as the king positioned himself between us. As the king, he could perform the ceremony instead of having some elder do it. He glanced at both of us before addressing the crowd.

“We are here today to join two souls in the strongest bond of all: the bond of mates. This is a true and powerful love that will unite them in the deepest connection. Christopher Adler, will you take this female before you and join your soul with hers as one?”

I smiled happily at Kate and answered the king while gazing into her eyes, “I will.”

“And Kaytlyn Hayes, will you take this male before you and join your soul with his as one?” the king asked her.

Kate looked at me, her eyes filled with love and her smile brimming with excitement.

“I will,” she replied.

Sh*t, if I could freeze this moment and replay it like a movie over and over, I would. It was the happiest moment of my life.

“Then, with the Goddess’s blessing… and mine.” The king added the last part with a wink, making us both chuckle.

“I declare you mates,” he said. “Mark her, you fool. Quickly!”

I shook my head. He was serious about this bet, wasn’t he? I turned to Kate, and she tilted her head to the side. I had waited for this moment for so long, and now it was finally here. It was hard to believe, but as I sank my canines into her skin and heard her whimper before a deep moan escaped her lips, I knew it was real.

Her blood tasted sweet in my mouth, deepening our connection. I pulled back, licking the wound to help it close faster, and then looked down at her, kissing her briefly.

“Ready for me to hunt you?” I inquired in a low, seductive voice.

“Good luck,” she replied with a wink.

She and the other mated females joined together for the hunt. They had to make it a challenge for me to reach my little mate, but I would find her no matter what. The other mated males gathered, and we always gave them a head start. As they started to run away, the atmosphere intensified, and we could barely wait for the hunt to begin.

“Now?” Garrett asked beside me after a minute or two had passed.

“Now,” I said.

We all sprinted into the forest, searching for our little mates. I saw flashes of white flitting between the trees, but I needed to find the red. Where was it? Ah, there!

I caught a glimpse of the red and ran towards it. She led me deep into the forest when suddenly I stumbled upon a small clearing. There, on the ground, lay her dress, discarded and alone. If the dress was here, that meant…

“Looking for someone?” I turned to see my little mate completely naked, leaning against a tree. I was pretty sure my jaw dropped. I had meant to rip this dress off her once I caught her, but of course, she had to go and change the rules.

I crooked two fingers, beckoning her over, and she seductively swayed her hips as she walked towards me like she owned the world. I grabbed her as soon as I could reach her.

“Changing the rules?” I teased.

“When have I ever followed the rules?” she replied with a playful smile.

I smiled at her before tossing the dress aside, gently lowering her onto it, and kissing her as if there were no tomorrow. My desire for her was overwhelming. I tore my clothes to shreds and kissed my way down to her most sensitive spot. Her fingers tangled in my hair as my tongue explored her, drawing soft whimpers and loud moans from her lips. But I wanted her to scream.

I craved the sweet sound of her release. I quickened my pace, then pulled back briefly to wet my fingers before finding her warm, inviting opening. As I thrust them inside her, I leaned down to focus on her sensitive spot once more, letting my fingers work their magic from within.

“Please, Chris!” She squeezed my fingers tightly, tugging at my hair, and then she screamed as waves of pleasure washed over her. I let her ride out her high before pulling away and licking my fingers clean.

She whimpered at the sight, and I moved up her body, positioning myself to thrust deep inside her. She clung to me as I became desperate for our connection, my hips moving faster and faster. Just as I neared the edge, I felt her canines brush against the side of my neck.

“F*ck, do it! Make me yours!” I growled.

She bit down hard, piercing my skin and sealing our connection. The sensation pushed me over the edge, sending waves of pleasure through our bond, and she came with me. This was pure heaven.

There was no other place for me on this earth but by her side, and I would always do everything I could to ensure she felt the same way. I loved her, and I always would. Nothing could tear us apart. Nothing.

The End.