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I know better than to have such hope.
It always seems to be destroyed.
My inner wolf craves being protected by a strong man, but I need to protect myself. I’m the one who I rely on the most.
If only I wasn’t so afraid of letting myself down.
Chapter fourteen
Tristan
Pack
“Damn,Elianasoundssexyas fuck. Listen to her boss those bastards around. It makes me want her to dominate me.” Davian sits on the couch, staring at the hallway leading to the dining room.
Mirabel kicked us out of Chase’s room, claiming he needed peace and quiet to rest but allowed Adam to stay. If I wasn’t intimidated by Mirabel, I’d have argued, but she’d have pulled my ear or something. She’s done it before.
“You never seemed like the sub type.” I knock him with my knuckles.
Davian flicks his gaze to mine, and I regret my comment immediately. A frown crosses his face, and he slumps forward, resting his elbows on his knees. “Fuck off.”
Shit. Scratching my fingers through my hair, I say, “Sorry, man. I wasn’t thinking. Are you okay? I mean, after everything?” I don’t know if I should bring it up, but I can’t help it. If I know what Davian’s been through, maybe I can help him. I feel bad for the guy. I’ve seen what kind of monster Rocco is and couldn’t even imagine.
Davian tips his chin up and stares at me without a word. “The only thing that kept me going was thinking about Eliana, but it was hard even then. They tied me up. Forced me to stay in my wolf form. Beat me when I couldn’t. The only reason I didn’t face even worse was because I submitted fast. My ass would’ve been on the line had I not. Literally.”
Rage boils through me at the thought. Fucking hell. I always knew there were despicable, vile people in the world, but this feels like it hits too close.
“Fuck man. I’m going to kill them. They’ll be the ones begging for mercy.” I don’t know what else to say.
Davian bobs his head, his eyes darkening as he stares into space.
“I’m here for you, dude. I mean it. If you need to talk...punch something. Anything. We’re a pack.” I sling my arm over his shoulders, giving him a little shake.
Chuckling, Davian swats my leg. “I could use a run. Eliana’s starting to drive my damn cock crazy. Do you smell her? It’s like fucking heaven wafting out here.”
I tip my head back with a laugh. He’s right. I can’t hear exactly what Slater and Ravi are discussing with her, but I can feel her desire and annoyance. She wants to slap and bang them at the same time. Maybe together. It makes me want to run in and ask to be included. Knowing how much she enjoyed being with me and Kellan—damn, I need fresh air. Davian is right. My dick pulses with excitement, yet I’m pretty sure Ravi would toss me out a window for suggesting anything. I don’t know him well, but he is one entitled bastard. Slater will put his ass in place. I knew the second he brought Eliana here that he saw what I saw. Felt what I felt. My alpha didn’t stand a chance against such an incredible woman. Who knew I’d be fine with the idea?
Maybe because I know Slater. He took me in and has given me a far better life than I could’ve imagined.
It’s why I stayed. Why I begged Eliana to join us.
Davian punches my arm, drawing my attention away from the hall as Eliana’s voice lowers. “I thought I was the weak one. Looks like she’s turned your damn brain to mush.”
I blink my eyes a few times, grinning. “Damn straight. But you’re right. I need to cool off. I don’t think my cock will—”
“Your cock will what?” Eliana cuts me off, leaning on the corner of the hallway. I was trying so hard to push her from my mind that I hadn’t realized she and the alphas stopped talking.
Slater stands behind Eliana, looking at me from over her shoulder. A smirk lights his features. Without having to say anything, I know he must’ve worked something out. Eliana might be staying.
“Shrivel up and die, Elle,” Davian says, motioning at my crotch. The bastard. “It’s a good thing you found me, huh?”
Eliana’s golden eyes sparkle as her smile widens, her beautiful face angelic with her happiness. Heat rushes through me, her relief feeling incredible. “It’s better than good. I’m so excited you’re here.” Her eyes flick to mine. “Both of you.”
Slater clears his throat, resting his big hands on her shoulders. Ravi struts up beside them and peers around the living room. His muscles bunch with his flexing movements, and the guy acts like he has a stick up his ass, not allowing him to chill out. And damn does he stink. Most of the dudes are a bit ripe around here, but I can smell his musk from here.
Eliana reaches out and surprises me by hooking her fingers around his. “Can you bring the others? They should all know the plan.” Leaning in, I catch her sniff his throat. Standing on her tiptoes, she adds, “Please.”
I hop to my feet. “I’ll get Adam and Kellan. Chase is sleeping. Mirabel says he’ll be good in a couple days.”
