His concern couldn’t be any clearer, and a lump of emotion formed in my throat. “I’m worried too. I’m not sure what’s happening, but whatever it is, I need to get it under control.”
“Did you hear any of the conversation Liam and I had yesterday while we were trying to calm you down?” His fingers never stopped tracing patterns on my skin, soothing me.
Memories flashed through my mind: Liam and Nico fighting, and my wolf trying to take control. I knew that if she’d gained the upper hand, she’d go after Nico. She saw him as a threat to her kin. I’d fought her desperately, trying to make her understand.
“I vaguely recall Liam speaking to my wolf, and I felt your worry through our bond, but the rest is a blur.” Guilt gnawed at me, leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. “I’m sorry, Ty.”
“Hey, hey, come on. This is not your fault.” He caught my chin between his thumb and forefinger and tilted my face up. “You have nothing to be sorry for. Nothing. Understand? I’m not surprised you didn’t hear anything. You were pretty out of it.” Ty sighed. “Liam thinks he can help you.”
“Help me, how?” I was skeptical, but I couldn’t disregard the potential benefits without listening first. The fear from yesterday’s lack of control still haunted my thoughts.
“Part of the training your father gave Liam was how to work with an omega. Although he was young, Liam’s confident he can help you gain control and work with your powers. He wants to start training with you this morning.” He leaned in, pressing a tender kiss to my lips. “You are not alone in this, okay? I’m not going anywhere.”
“Promise?” My voice came out barely above a whisper, and I hated how vulnerable I sounded.
“Promise.” He sealed the promise with another soft kiss.
We stayed wrapped in the embrace, drawing strength from one another. Ty’s unwavering belief in me was a life jacket in the stormy sea of self-doubt. I appreciated this man so much.
After weighing the options, I came to a conclusion. “Okay, I’ll give it a try.”
Ty pressed his lips to the top of my head, and he sounded relieved when he said, “That’s all I ask. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. However, before you go to Liam, I think I should make sure you’re relaxed and in the right headspace for your training.” Ty’s fingers drifted under my nightshirt and along my side, his husky voice igniting a delicious heat within me.
“Really?” I quirked an eyebrow, trying to suppress the smile tugging at my lips. “How do you plan to do that?”
“Let me show you.” He grinned wickedly as he rolled me onto my back. My pulse began to race as he climbed on top of me and straddled my waist. His hands slid under my shirt, fingertips dancing over my skin, making my nerve endings sing. Our gazes locked, and the love and desire I saw there left an indelible mark on my soul, intensifying my own needs.
“Are you sure about this?” I asked, my breath hitching as he leaned down and trailed soft kisses along my collarbone.
“Absolutely.” The words vibrated against my skin. “You need to be centered and relaxed before facing whatever challenges Liam has in store for you. Let me help you with that.”
“Okay.” Giggling, I gave in to the sensations he was stirring within me.
Ty’s lips met mine, and I eagerly welcomed him, our tongues tangling in a dance as old as time. His hands continued their exploration, drawing gasps and moans from deep within me. Heat pooled between my legs as my arousal grew.
He pulled away to remove my shirt and toss it aside, leaving me exposed to him. The intensity in his eyes made me shiver, but I didn’t shy away. Instead, I reached up and pulled his shirt over his head, the sight of his muscular chest and toned abs causing my desire to flare even higher.
“God, Liza, you’re so fucking beautiful,” Ty said, lowering his head to capture one of my nipples between his lips. I moaned,arching my back, and threading my fingers through his hair as he teased the sensitive bud.
I gasped, my body on fire from his ministrations. “Ty, please...”
“Patience, love.” He switched to the other nipple and gave it the same attention. I writhed, desperate for more, but he was relentless in his pursuit of pleasure, taking me to the edge and then back again.
Finally, when I was sure I couldn’t take any more, Ty slipped a hand down between my legs, his fingers finding my wetness, where he began to stroke me with expert precision. My hips bucked against his touch, eager for the release he promised.
“Ty, I need you,” I said, my breath hitching as he continued to tease and torment me with his fingers. With each touch, he awakened a hunger within me that I didn’t know existed.
“Tell me what you want,” he said against my skin, his lips trailing up my neck and nipping lightly at my earlobe.
“Please, I need you inside me.” I moaned in desperation.
With a slow, wicked smile, Ty ceased his teasing and moved into position between my legs. “Your wish is my command.” He aligned himself at my entrance and stared into my eyes, seeking confirmation.
I nodded, biting my lip in anticipation.
He pushed forward slowly, giving me time to adjust to him, and I gasped at the sensation of fullness and pleasure. We both moaned once he was finally buried completely within me, our bodies entwined and connected in the most intimate way possible.
“Are you okay?” Ty asked gently.
