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“I gave that to him,” Kane answered, his voice dark and proud.
“Tell me about that,” I said quietly.
“We fought fiercely that day. Aric is a skilled hunter, and his talent for battle is unmatched. But I had something he didn’t—an intimate knowledge of my own transformation,” he explained.
“Were you in your wolf form for it?” I asked, and he shook his head.
“Not at first. I had learned to fight over the centuries, training under many world-renowned fighters so that I could protect myself against his relentless pursuit. I was a master with a sword, but Aric was stronger, so I threw it aside and let myself transform to a wolf right before his eyes. At the time, he didn’t know that I’d learned to control my transformation at will, so it took him by surprise. I took advantage of his momentary lapse and leapt at his face, swiping him with my claws. He recovered quickly, but eventually I was able to escape with my life.”
“And he keeps coming, no matter how many times you fight him,” I murmured.
“Yes,” he replied.
“Where does that leave me?”
“I’ve never shown an interest in a woman before you, Lexie. He could take you and hurt you, use you against me so that I would be forced to give my life for yours. He could kill you,” he said simply.
“So that’s why I’m here with you,” I whispered.
“You’re here so I can keep you safe, little one,” he replied.
I gazed into his eyes, seeing the years of struggle and sacrifice etched into their depths, and I knew that he had done it out of love and a fierce determination to protect me.
With a newfound clarity, I settled into his embrace, feeling the strength of his arms around me and the pulse of his heartbeat beneath my ear.
“Kane,” I began softly, “I understand now. I understand why you brought me here, why you’ve watched over me and kept me close.”
His dark eyes softened as he met my gaze, a mixture of relief and gratitude flickering across his face.
“Lexie,” he murmured, his voice filled with emotion, “I never wanted to involve you in this dangerous world, but I had no choice. Aric’s hunt for me has spanned centuries, and I couldn’t bear the thought of him harming you, not when I’ve finally found you.”
“I know,” I whispered softly.
He gently lifted my chin with his finger, his touch both tender and commanding. Our lips met in a soulful, breathtaking kiss, a fusion of desire and longing that left no doubt in my heart—I was irrevocably his, bound by a love that defied the ages.
“You’re mine, Lexie, and I protect what’s mine.”
CHAPTER15
Two days later…
Kane
I would never tire of the sight of my mate.
Even now, her beauty was ethereal.
The room was bathed in a soft, ambient light, and Lexie stood in the center, her eyes focused and determined.
It was hard to keep my eyes off of her. Her hair was pulled back into a ponytail, revealing her strong, elegant neck. The way she tied it spoke of practicality but also hinted at a playful spirit, strands of hair framing her face in a way that softened her features. She was dressed in a fitted black tank top that showcased her toned arms and a pair of snug-fitting leggings that accentuated her athletic figure.
Every curve of her body was visible, and I just wanted to throw her down onto the mat and fuck her senseless, to make her scream my name while she came over and over again until her throat was hoarse and she was close to passing out. I wanted to taste her sweet arousal on my tongue, lap at that sweet little pussy until she begged me for release, and then force her over the edge into a soul-shattering climax that made her legs quake.
But I didn’t. Notthistime.
I made myself focus on the task at hand by sheer force of will.
The basement of my estate had a large gym, and I was using it to train her in the basics of self-defense. If Aric showed his face here, I at least wanted her to have the confidence to fight him off before I could end him myself.
