Page 25 of Their Marked Mate

Alex reached beneath her and stroked her swaying breasts. He squeezed the resilient flesh and twisted the nipples as he enjoyed her willing mouth. Nate squeezed her bottom cheek with his free hand then grasped her hip and focused on his fast, hard rhythm. All the while his other hand remained between her thighs, stroking her clit. Their rough motions rocked her back and forth as their cocks possessed her body.

Luna let her mind go blank, abandoning herself to the sensations. She couldn’t battle them both, couldn’t resist their skilled seduction. It felt too good, and she needed release too badly.

“Come, mate,” Alex ordered. “Let us feel your pleasure.”

Her last thread of rebellion snapped as her orgasm crested. Her cries of pleasure were muffled by Alex’s cock, but her entire body shook and clenched with powerful spasms. Alex thrust a couple more times then whipped his cock out of her mouth. He pushed her upper body downward then spilled his seed on her back. Nate was a few seconds behind the other two. His hips slammed against hers and she felt the hot jets of his release pulsing deep inside her.

Alex spread his seed across her skin, marking her with his scent. He couldn’t claim her for his mate unless she completed the formula, but every lupine shifter would soon know that she belonged to the village alpha. Tingling echoes of her orgasm burst inside her as her body absorbed their cum. She felt dizzy and conflicted. Nate still knelt behind her, clearly in no hurry to separate. Luna rocked forward and collapsed onto her stomach. She was finished being used.

Nate chuckled then crawled off the bed and pulled up his pants.

“You can put your clothes back on,” Alex told her as he righted his pants. “But do not shower until tomorrow.”

Luna closed her eyes and a fresh wave of resentment washed over her. She desperately wanted them to leave so she could release the tears burning her eyes. She was too angry to give in to her emotions in front of her tormentors.

“You’ll be escorted to my cabin each evening,” Alex informed her in an inflexible tone. “You’ve enjoyed your solitude a little too much. If you’re not willing to work on the formula, it’s time to start adjusting to our other expectations.”

She sat up and glared at him, but wisely kept her objections to herself. “I need Evelyn,” she countered. “I can’t complete the protocol without her help.”

His eyes narrowed as he studied her, then his expression relaxed and he said, “Fine. I’ll send her to you, but I expect measurable progress within the next three days. Do you understand me?”

“Yes, alpha,” she muttered as she scooted toward the side of the bed.

The men left a few minutes later and Luna gathered up her clothing and rushed into the bathroom. Tears streamed down her cheeks and helpless sobs shook her shoulders. Emotions pulsed in frustrating waves. She was angry—with them and with herself for not being able to resist their seduction. She felt helpless and overwhelmed, but most of all she felt isolated and alone.

She drew in a deep, shuddering breath as her analytical mind began to assess the emotions. Loneliness was nothing new. She’d been fighting her own battles since her teens. But in the past obstacles had been clear. She’d known what she wanted to accomplish and took on every barrier until her goal was met. Ever since coming to Rydaria she’d felt conflicted and unsure.

She was attracted to Alex and Nate. There was no point denying the fact. But she would willingly surrender control of her life to no one.

He doesn’t want to control your life, her inner voice argued. He wants control over your body.

No, to be completely accurate, Alex wanted control over her body while they were having sex.

Control was at the heart of the conflict, but the situation was more nuanced than yes or no. She started to clean up as she continued the debate. Alex was village alpha. The decisions he made affected everyone in the lupine village. Luna was no exception. If she chose to stay here, and it looked like she would, she would be subject to Alex’s authority. That meant disregarding his rules would bring harsh consequences. Well, she wasn’t afraid of punishment. Negative reinforcement was another concept she’d experienced repeatedly down through the years. The streets were a harsh teacher, but people tended to learn their lessons well.

She washed her face, underarms, and wiped away the worst of the mess between her legs before she put on her panties. Alex told her not to shower. He didn’t say anything about washing up. If the compromise earned her another spanking, so be it. She was not walking around with cum-soaked underwear for the rest of the afternoon.

Her composure returned gradually, though her thoughts were still troubled. Being fully clothed helped. They used nudity to make her feel vulnerable. It was a strategy they’d learned from their captors.

Two hours passed before Evelyn arrived. One of the guards scanned open the door and motioned for Evelyn to enter. Luna waved her over to the table and they sat facing each other. “Alex knows I’ve been playing games,” Luna admitted. “It’s time to take a stand. There are only two real options as far as I can see, but I’m open to your ideas.”

Evelyn nodded, her green eyes wide and luminous. “I’m not sure how much help I’ll be. Caden and Hayes officially won our power struggle. I spent last night in their bed. So, what are the options?”

“We can openly rebel. We’re the only two left on this planet that can finish what Babcock started, so it really is up to us.”

Evelyn pressed back into her chair, clearly uncomfortable with the possibility. “There are two problems with that idea. First, our refusal will basically doom them to extinction. Rydarian males can be real bastards, but I’m not okay with that.”

“I agree, but the alternative is one step above sexual slavery.”

“That’s a gross exaggeration,” Evelyn objected, “but I understand your frustration.”

Luna was unnerved by her earlier interaction with Alex and Nate. She was trying to be objective, but her emotions were still raw. “You said there were two problems. What’s the other one?”

“They’ll use us to motivate each other. I don’t want to watch you suffer and I hope you feel the same. One of us is bound to give in.”

“Alex already threatened me with it, so I know you’re right.” Luna released a sigh before adding, “That’s why the other option makes more sense.”

Evelyn leaned forward and rested her forearms on the tabletop. “Have you had any luck with what we talked about before?”