Chapter 31

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That kiss, was more than I could ask for. All my doubt had been cleared. He did want me, and now he asked permission to show me. I looked into his eyes trying to figure out what he meant, but all I could see was his heated look. Then it hit me that what he truly wanted was me. Still unsure of myself, I know I blushed when I nodded.

The smile he gave was different than his others. It reached his eyes but it was full of promise in what was to come. He came back in for another kiss, this time full of need. I could feel the want behind it and the knowledge it was me he wanted had me weak in the knees. He slipped his tongue in when I moaned once more. I ended up grabbing his hair with my hands to try and hold myself up and closer.

It was not until he pulled back for air once more, I realized we were still both very much unclothed from the change. I panicked a little and tried to move away, completely unsure of what I wanted him to see. His hands held me tight and soon one hand pulled my chin back up to look at him.

"I won't push you. Just let me mark you where people can see." His eyes looked deep into mine. "There is so much time for us to get to know each other, and I want to truly mark and bond to you deeper. A temporary mark is all I ask for now. One you can show off or cover up depending on your mood. Please let me have this."

Even though his pheromones told me he wanted much more, this was all he asked of me. He was ignoring that I was naked, giving me the decency of a choice, even though he was wanting more. I could never imagine any other alpha like him. My tears started to flow once more. "Atlas." Trying to relay my thoughts was much harder than I could imagine. "I would be honoured to have your mark if you so wish."

The smile that lit up his face was more brilliant than that of the sun shining across the frozen tundra. He pulled me in for another kiss. It was not as heated but it was just as powerful. As my eyes closed taking it in, he released the kiss and moved his lips across my cheek. Slowly he kissed and teased my skin with his tongue moving down my neck to where my neck and shoulder met. Small nibbles had me move my head over giving him more access. When he bit down to mark me, I could not stop my voice. It was between a whimper and a moan. My internal beast wanted the mark on my gland, and my body felt the want of him.

He kissed and licked the area he bit me. "Are you okay?"

"Mmmhmm." I could hardly vocalise for him. My head now rested on his chest while I focused on my breathing and coming back.

He chuckled. "I hope you don't mind, but I mind linked Zion to bring some us clothing. Kash?"

"Yes?" I moved to look back at him.

"Will you stay with me tonight? Call it being spoiled or needy, but since this mark is not the real mark I want to see on you...not that this one is bad. I just would like to have your scent with mine a little more." I stiffened with his request. "I promise I do not want more than to just have you near."

"You do sound like a needy alpha. What would your staff say?" Looking away to try and tease him while I tried to distance myself a little from him again. Even though I knew he could smell it, I did not like the idea of my slick getting on him. The kiss had my body respond in a way that was a little uncomfortable for me, that and we were still both very much in our birthday suits. "Umm, maybe?"

"We will play it by ear then. Thank you." He sighed.

"For what?" His face gave me nothing.

He grinned. "For letting me bite you. For not leaving me before I could clear things up. For giving me so many chances. Want me to continue?" Hearing his reasons had me look away once more. "Kash, you made me think more on the mate bond. Not in a bad way either. Having you fight it and forcing us to get to know each other; is a strength I never have seen before. Everyday you make me learn something not just about you but even of myself. You made me proud with how you handled the dinner. Zion told me all. I would have loved to have been by your side as you torn them down to protect the pack. You are going to make an amazing Luna." Atlas looked towards the spot he entered. "Zion is here. We can continue our talk our room if you like."

"Our room? Wow moving fast aren't ya?" There was no way I would not tease him for his slip. What I did not expect was his ears going red. "Fine. But don't look at me while I dress pervert!"

He laughed as he walked through the brush to gather clothing from Zion. I could not help but look at his body. Then I looked down at mine. The difference of our builds was deeper than the solar system. Thinking back when my hand was on his shoulder, I saw how white my skin was against his perfect tan. Then there was the height difference. I looked like a kid beside him. As one security starts to make me feel better, several insecurities give me reality checks. My hand sub consciously rubbed the mark he left on me. He showed me he wanted me, but what did he really want me for?

"Kash?" His voice woke me from my thoughts. "I can see the wheels turning in your head. Do you regret me marking you?" The sadness was evident and all I could do was shake my head no. "Then please trust me when I say I want you. You are perfect as you are." He handed the clothing to me, which reminded me once more we were both naked.

"Stupid royal! Don't look!" I jumped up and tried to push him from the bush.

"How cruel you are! Forcing me to change in front of my men." Too fast for me to react he twisted around and kissed my forehead. I froze to the spot. "Don't worry. I was on my way out to give you privacy. You just looked lost in thought and I worried. Take your time I will be waiting just through here for you." He then walked back out the way he came.

We had already arrived back to the manor and Atlas let me stay in my own world. There were many things he said that I would later want him to clarify. For now though, I didn't want to think much more on the future and focus on now. Zion lead us to the smaller dinning room to eat. Food was already waiting for us.

"Atlas? Did I cause you any trouble tonight?" Thinking back to the scene I made, I was unsure if I said to much.

"Not at all. You did very well." Zion spoke up first. "They used to push our previous Luna as well. At least they tried. He was strong like you and never fell into any of their traps. I wish I could promise you they would stop but knowing them it will be a long battle."

I nodded to show I was listening but kept quiet. Inside I knew it would be hard with who I was for any pack to accept me. When we go for pack runs, I know they will bully me more over my wolf. Being prepared for it, and actually dealing with it are two different things. If Zion thinks I did well and Atlas said he was proud of me, then for now I will accept that I spoke well and caused them no problems.

"Actually Atlas. It is funny but a couple of the visitors asked when you planned to mark him after he stepped out. They said, and I quote, 'That is one of the strongest Luna we have seen in years. He will be more than beneficial for the pack as a whole, not just the Royals.' They were very impressed."

Atlas chuckled. "I bet my uncle was pleased."

Zion laughed with him and looked at me. "He shot them glares but said he agreed."

While I ate, I stayed quiet watching the two bantering back and forth. It relaxed me to see them get along so well. There was still lots for me to learn. The biggest thing I realized today was that I would not just be Luna to the local pack but to many packs. Truthfully, I knew that, but it never really hit me until what Zion just said. Then there was his uncle. I had no idea what to think of him besides he was weird. But both Atlas and Zion don't trust him. "Is Alpha Trent that scary?"

They both turned to look at me. Atlas looked like he was thinking before he spoke. "I don't want you to pass judgement from what we say. We will let you make your own choice on how he is. Does that seem fair?"

Nodding my head, I when back into my own thoughts. Already sleepy from the days events. The bags had already been packed and tomorrow we head back to my old pack. I have heard nothing from my family since I arrived and it makes me wonder if we are even welcome now. I would have thought at least Jace would text me. Guess his new mate is more important. Of course, I could have texted too, but it should be them first. They are the ones that made it known they were unhappy with me. I sighed. Maybe I should text Jace just in case.

"Are you okay Kash?" Zion spoke up.

"Just thinking that I have not heard from anyone at my old pack. Jace included. Maybe I am just over thinking things. I think I'm ready for bed now." I push my unfinished plate to the side and stood up. "Thank you for everything." I turned towards Atlas who seemed unsure. "You can visit longer. I'll be asleep soon anyways. Good night."

Once I got upstairs, I had a dilemma. Atlas wanted me to join him in his room, but he was not here. Would is be okay to just go to his bed. Mumbling to myself I went to my room first to change. A quick sniff told me I had an unwelcome visitor while I was out, meaning the choice of the sleeping arrangements were now made. I peeked into Atlas's room though the shared door and saw he was not in. Why I was so embarrassed, well that's easy. We kissed today, and my body sure the heck wanted more. This is not me crawling to his room in a stressed shutdown. This is me making the choice, even after what we did today. Yes, yes. My room stinks as well.

Honestly, his bed was so much better. I know mine was not a bad bed; not at all. This bed was just completely soaked with his scent. The time it took for me to relax here was much shorter than it would be in my own, even without the intruder's scent. I was able to snuggle deep into his blankets and soon fall asleep.