It was sweet that he offered. A pack that was willing to make sure that I felt safe and cared for was the exact kind of pack I’d want if I were to ever commit to one.
I also wasn’t about to admit to them that I didn’t have anyone to text. I mean, sure, I had my besties, but I’ve never been one to text them with details about each night out.
Plus, the granny mafia knew exactly who I was with. That was enough reassurance for me.
“Don’t worry, the local Granny mafia knows exactly who I’m with. Dolly wasn’t kidding about those threats, either.”
“Perfect,” Apollo grinned. “What are we still doing around here wasting time, then?”
We didn’t run into anyone on our way out, which was a miracle in a town like this. I didn’t need the grannies speculating which of the three was better in bed. Loudly. To the whole establishment.
“Where are we headed?” I questioned when we stepped out into the evening air. I took a deep breath before looking at each of them.
“We’re just down the street. If you’re alright with walking?” Apollo offered, holding his hand out to me again.
I only hesitated for a moment before I put my hand in his. Just like last time I felt a jolt at the contact. Maybe I shouldn’t wait so long between nights out, clearly I was desperate at this point. That wasn’t a good look on anyone.
Apollo tugged me closer, tucking me into his side. He still smelled like the clinical descenting spray that flowed through the bar. Underneath it, I could detect a hint of… chocolate?
Would it be weird to ask them to wash it off before we did anything so I could smell them? My omega perked up at the thought but if I wasn’t willing to do the same for them it was out of the question.
“This is where we work,” Corvin said as he gestured towards the firehouse.
“Impressive,” I said as I took in the large building. “You’ve got an important job.”
“We like to think so,” Apollo said, giving me a wink. “Are you impressed, Goddess?”
I swear everything out of that man’s mouth just sounded like pure sex. I had a feeling he was the type that would flirt with literally anyone.
A pang of jealousy hit me and I froze. Why did that bother me?
My omega immediatelyhatedthe thought of anyone else getting close to this pack. Which was way too close to ‘strings’ for comfort.
They stopped walking at the brownstone directly next to the firehouse.
“Wow, this makes for a quick walk to work in the morning, doesn’t it?” I teased.
“That’s exactly why we chose it,” Ezra grinned. “This place is our life, may as well make it a little easier, right?”
“We’re there enough that it’s nice to have a break once in a while. We can run back for lunch and get back if an emergency hits. Willow Lake is small enough it’s generally all hands on deck,” Corvin explained.
“I can’t tease too much. My apartment is only a block away from work, which I also did on purpose. Not that Willow Lake has a lot of options,” I laughed. It had been a battle to find a decent place in town that wasn’t either outdated, or too big for just me.
“What did you say you do, again?” Corvin asked.
“I didn’t,” I said, giving him a grin and letting it drop.
“Leave a lady to her mystery,” Apollo said. “It’s more exciting this way.”
Corvin did not look convinced, but he also didn’t argue. I had a feeling it was going to drive this alpha crazy. He was going against every instinct he had.
The front door was painted a deep scarlet, the red standing out under the bright light that hung over it. They kept the porch clean and tidy, small flowers lining either side. I could appreciate a pack that took pride in the things they owned.
Unlike Cameron, who simply destroyed everything and everyone in his path.
Ezra stepped forward and unlocked the door, holding it open for the rest of us. Apollo led me inside.
It was nice and clean. The industrial look continued throughout, black and chrome fixtures, and exposed brick walls. I was never one for traditional things, and this was perfect.
