Don POV
Did she say what I think she said? I couldn't help but feel excited by her words, and oddly enough, Bane (my wolf) was not screaming at me like he usually does when I hit on a she-wolf. Something about her makes me feel like I need to protect her, amongst other things. I don't know why, but I am drawn to her, but not in the mate type of way, but who cares? I could be okay without a mate if it was for her sake. She would make a great partner. I make my way downstairs and notice Max standing at the bottom with his arms crossed.
"Man, you won't believe what just happened," I said, smiling ear to ear.
"What?" Max responded as if holding back his anger.
"Umm, okay? Did I do something wrong?"
"No, but tell me what happened?"
"Dude, after you told me she needed food, I ran to the kitchen, grabbed her something to eat, and took it to her. Man, I'm telling you there is something about her. Maybe I could actually settle down with her and have a few pups, ya know?"
"You excited about a chick saying that and you barely know her? Plus, she's blind. You will have to spend the rest of your life looking after her."
"Don't be that way. You can't lie she is crazy gorgeous and I can tell she is kind-hearted, but something about her feels like I have known her for a long time. Even Bane feels the same way, he wants to protect her just as much as I do. Well, long story short, she ended up telling me she wished I was her mate." I stopped because I could see Max ball his fist up, and I could hear a low growl leave his chest.
"She really said she wants you to be her mate?" He said while staring me in the eye.
"Yes. I swear"
"Huh... It's probably because she doesn't know who her mate is. I think you should stop playing and get to work. We have a lot to do right now."
"Your acting weird, but whatever, I won't let you kill my vibe. See ya, bro, I'm heading out." I said. What was that about? Max never cares about who I am banging or who I like. Why is he being such an ass now? Maybe he has a thing for her too? Nah, she's the complete opposite of his type. He must be PMSing.
Nina POV
I can't believe I told him that! Right after, my mate just left. Wait, my mate was here? So, he knows who I am and did not try to claim me? Panic set in again. Maybe he realized something was wrong with me? No, maybe he just wanted me to rest. At that time, I was so out of it I did not pay attention to any of my surroundings. How could I have missed him? OMG my stomach feels like it is about to cave in. At least I have some fruit to get me by.
As I casually eat my complete banana and half of my apple, I realize I'm supposed to be in the kitchen. s**t!!! I grabbed my cane that was placed next to me, jumped off the bed faster than I probably should have considering the dizziness I began to feel, but there was no time for feeling sick. I had to run downstairs and beg for forgiveness. I swung the door open and, wow, what an amazing smell. It smelled like calmness if calm had a smell. The smell gave me power, or courage, I should say. Was this my mate? Is this feeling of bliss our connection? No, no time for that I have to get to the kitchen. I began to head out when I realized I was on an upper level.
Only people of the pack house were allowed on the upper levels, well that and those who cleaned it.
"Crap, if that ass of an Alpha finds out he'll kill me" I said in a very low voice.
"He is quite an ass isn't he?" a sweet girl's voice said.
"I am so sorry, I wasn't trying to disrespect the Alpha, in fact I wasn't talking about our Alpha but another one. Yeah, that."
"Hahaha, it okay your secret is safe with me plus he is an ass." She laughs "Do you need some help, down? We're on the sixth floor and there's an elevator here too. She asked, sounding concerned.
"Would I be okay if I took the elevator? I thought that was off limits to everyone besides those who live in the pack house."
"No worries, they won't say anything if you are with me. My names Hannah. I'm the asses little sister."
What did I do? I am doomed. I'll just play it off like it's normal. Hell I might as well have a bit more fun while I am alive. "Names Nina. Nice to meet you." We both shook hands and headed downstairs.
"How do you know my brother?" She asked.
"I don't. I just caught him having s*x once and cooked food for him after that and now he hates me. Oh, sorry I'm sure you didn't want to hear that."
She began to laugh uncontrollably. "You really caught him having s*x, I can't! I bet he is so embarrassed. Sorry, I didn't mean to laugh that hard."
"No worries". I began to laugh with her. The elevator comes to a stop and we walk out.
"I really like you Nina, why don't we hang out sometime?"
"Yeah, I would like that". I said with my voice shaking. I've never had a friend and so I was kinda scared.
"K. See ya round." I heard her say while walking away. Now is time to find the kitchen. I close my eyes to calm myself and isolate my sounds. Ah, here we go I could hear the stove, I could hear the plates being stacked on top of each other. Walking in that direction, I bumped into Tally.
"Look who finally shows up. Too bad you got fired before you could even start." I could tell she was smiling even though I couldn't see it.
"I don't have the time, so excuse me" I said and moved around. I needed to find out what she was talking about and explain myself. I finally reached the kitchen and when I heard the Chef call for me,
"Nina?"
"I am so sorry, some things happened and I couldn't be here exactly this morning but I swear I..." before I could finish she cut me off.
"It's okay, the Alpha told me everything. Are you sure your feeling better? If so, please put on the apron and help on the stove. Everything is in the same order as it was from before, so I hope you remember. Today is a big day and we can't afford any screw ups, do you think you can handle this? If not, I can put you on laundry duty.
"I am ready". I give the biggest smile, I think but before I could say thank you my body started feeling weird. I felt hot, and I mean really hot all over. Tingles began to travel from my spine to my feet, then my private area felt strange. But like a good strange.
"Ahhh..." I moaned and fell to my knees uncontrollably. What is wrong with me?
"Are you okay?" The chef asked.
"Yes, I just need to go to the bathroom. Can you help me there?" She helped me up and led the way.
" I'll be back out. I think I can manage to get myself back. Thank you".
I walked inside and shut the door behind me locking the lock on the doorknob. I unbuttoned my pants and put my hand inside to the area that was aching. Immediately a rush of pleasure washed over me.
Max POV
"I wish you were my mate too" I heard Nina say while standing halfway up the staircase. As soon as I heard those words, Dax started scratching to come out to rip Don apart. I wanted to let him, but I shouldn't care about what she wanted. Ugh, this damn mate bond. f**k! I need to relax. I looked up to see Don coming down the stairs and it took everything to tame Dax. Not to mention, the first thing he wants to tell me is something that I want to kill him for and he says it with a smile on his face. I bet she didn't realize that she would have lost her job if I had not talked to Tracy about what happened. As soon as the conversation was over, I walked to my office on the first floor and shut the door behind me.
Ugh, I was pissed at myself because he fed her before I could. He took care of MY mate before I could. Even if I didn't want her, I still had an obligation to make sure she was at least healthy. I knew she needed food but I did nothing. I would never do that to any of my pack members, so why her? Maybe that's the real reason why I feel so sh*tty. But, he wasn't lying. She was super thin, insanely thin. Feeling her rib cage and spine really made Dax concerned for our tiny mate, but even as malnourished as she was still too attractive. Even when she was cooking, I could see other pack members blush in her direction, making me growl in possession. I bet when she is healthy she will have juicy thighs, a nice round plump ass, and supple firm breasts. Goddess, I bet she tastes sweet too. Like a sweet warm honey.
I realized she began to consume my thoughts again and I could feel my other self turning into steel just thinking about her. The image of me buried deep inside of her and her withering beneath me played in my head over and over. She's so innocent, bet she's the type to get really wet just by kissing. I want to taste her so fu*king bad, eat her from the front to the back. Lick her slit until she can no longer think of any other man but myself. Oh man, that just did it. I have to release this tension. My d*ck was so hard it was straining against my pants. I was rock hard and even though I haven't jacked off since Jr High, I need to right now or I may end up bringing my thoughts to life. As soon as I was about to unbutton my pants, the sweetest smell hit me like a train. My turn-on was now ready to rip through my pants on its own and I knew what it was immediately, especially because Dax was clawing, trying to take over.
My desire is trying to take over. What if she's with Don and they're... I couldn't finish that sentence. I have to find her NOW. I can smell her wetness from here so she must be close. I jumped out of my chair and sniffed, shivering at how delicious it smelled. My jaw clenched and soon as I opened the door it was almost as if I could see the trail to Nina. I inhaled again and again, fighting to stay in control, and once I realized it I ended up in the guest bathroom near the kitchen. I tried and turn the knob but it was locked so I turn harder to break the lock and the door opened slightly.
"Ahhh" a woman's voice moaned out loud, making me realize she did not hear me enter.
I rushed inside, almost losing control over lust, grabbed her and pushed her against the door so no one could enter. My hands are holding hers above her head, my face is placed between her neck and my knee between her thighs, slightly raising her body in the air. My hips slowly rubbed my hard on against there stomach. We both stood there in silence, breathing heavily but not loud enough to break the tension. I could feel her need. My eyes stalked over her, waiting for the opportunity to pounce until I heard the words.
"Mate" she whispered.