Page 28 of Golden Desires

“I should have knocked first,” I say with a shake of my head, as I look for my clean sleep pants. I find a pair, and pull them on under the towel, before pulling a soft shirt on next. I typically don’t wear so many clothes to bed, but I don’t want to make Goldie uncomfortable.

“I feel bad for stealing your room from you…” she trails off when I meet her gaze.

“I don’t mind, Goldie. Truly. I want you to be comfortable.” I shake my head, as I walk around the side of my bed, and sit on the edge in front of her.

“Let’s alternate? Tonight, you sleep in your bed, and I’ll sleep wherever you’ve been sleeping?” Her offer is so sweet, but I can’t let her see the nest yet. It’s the only room she hasn’t seen, and I can’t tell her I’ve been perfectly comfortable in there.

“No, you sleep in the bed, Goldie. I promise I’m sleeping perfectly well just knowing you’re in my bed.” I send her a playful smirk and bump her shoulder with my own. I love being close to her, and with every hour that passes, I trust myself a little more. My brothers and I have each been taking a little time every night to run in the forest in our monster forms, just to release some of the pent-up tension.

Right now, her scent is filling the air around us, as it spikes with nervousness. Is my nearness making her uncomfortable? I lean back, frowning, but Goldie reaches out, and takes my hand in hers. There’s a soft blush highlighting her cheeks as she works up the courage to say something else.

“If you won’t take turns, then the only solution is for us to share. I think there’s more than enough room for both of us.” Her scent spikes, sharpening. Her heart rate flutters, and she pulls her full bottom lip between her teeth as she stares at me expectantly. I stop breathing. My mouth is hanging open like I’m a fish gasping for oxygen. My cheeks feel like they’re on fire and my hands are sweating.

“I… I…” I’m stuttering. Great job Ky, you look like a fool… “You…” Before I can voice a coherent sentence, she continues.

“I trust you, Ky. You and your brothers have treated me better than anyone else has for the last sixteen years. You’ve taken care of me in a way I thought no one ever would. You shouldn’t lose your bed just for my sake…” She pauses, smiling as some of her nerves seem to settle. “Plus, my aunt raised you. If your actions weren’t enough to prove you’re a good man, that would certainly help,” she chuckles, looking from my face, to the bed, and then back. “We can build a pillow wall if you want,” she offers, making me snort.

“I don’t think a pillow wall is necessary, but if you’re sure…” I say with a nod, and watch her, half entranced, as she scoots over, giving me space to climb onto the bed beside her.

A quick burst of her arousal hits me as she crawls under the covers. I take a moment to blow out the candles that light up the room, and then I do the same as her, settling myself against my pillow. I’m nervous as all hell, something that only gets worse when she scoots closer to me.

I prop both my hands behind my head, as I watch Goldie, and she watches me right back. She shuffles closer, her blue eyes locked with mine, until her breath fans across my chest. I’ve never been more mad at myself for wearing a shirt, but I guess I’m glad I did. Would she be comfortable enough to snuggle up to me if I hadn’t? Still looking down into her eyes, I wrap my arm around her and hold her close. As she settles into the crook of my arm, her head against my heart beat, I release a low purr.

She instantly relaxes in my arms, becoming practically boneless against me. She tilts her head back, smiling at me from under her lashes. The sound of her own purr mixes with mine, as both of our scents get thicker in the air around us. The combination of the two makes me want to roll her onto her back and kiss her silly. Can she hear my heart pounding in my chest? Of course, she can.

Goldie lets out a quiet sigh, before lifting her head until we’re practically nose to nose. There’s a dreamy look in her eyes as she stares up at me. I wish I knew what she was thinking right now. Almost as if my thoughts prompt her, she lets out another sigh of contentment.

“Your purr settles me. Quiets the doubts in my head. It gives me a feeling of happiness I’ve never had before,” she confesses softly, and I can’t resist caressing my hand through her hair. She must not have washed it during her bath because it’s still dry.

“I’m glad, Little Omega. All I want is your happiness,” I tell her honestly. She watches me for a long moment, and it’s as if I’m under a spell, unable to look away from her beauty. Her tongue peaks out between her lips as she wets them, and my breath hitches. Is she going to kiss me?

As her eyes fall shut, and she leans up into me, I remain perfectly still, terrified that any movement will scare her away. The first press of her lips to mine feels like the first day of spring after a hard, cold winter. Like sunshine filling my heart and lighting up my world.

The kiss is gentle, and soft, just like my mate. She pulls away, her bright red cheeks giving away her nervousness. I’m sure mine are just as pink. Her smile is shy, as she stares at me for a moment, like she’s shocked she really kissed me.

Burying her face back into my chest, she curls up tightly into me, and I wrap my arm around her once more. My purr gains volume, something I can’t stop now that she’s giving me something so precious. My first kiss. I brush my lips across the crown of her head as she slowly drifts off to sleep.

“Sweet dreams, Little Omega” I whisper. I can feel a new determination swelling in my chest. I will be the mate Goldie deserves.

Chapter Fourteen

Goldie

I don’t know how long I’m out for, when I wake up. Sleep has never been something that came easily to me, yet Ky’s presence seems to act as a sleeping potion.

His scent, his warmth, the way he holds me…all of it is so overwhelming in the best way.

I smile to myself as I think of my first kiss. Ky was perfect. After the emotional day, I hadn’t wanted to go to sleep alone, but I also didn’t know how to express that. Offering Ky his bed back was genuine, I don’t like that he had to give it up for me, but he stubbornly refused to take it back.

The thought of sharing with him had my heart racing, and if he had refused my offer I would have understood, even if it had been disappointing.

But he said yes. And I found myself curled up in his arms, nuzzling his chest, ready to fall asleep.

That brief taste I had only made me want more. The urge to crawl on top of him and keep kissing him had been so strong, I nearly gave in. He’s just as nervous as I am, though.

I was nearly asleep when he whispered sweet dreams. The excitement of the day had left me too tired to respond, so I just gave in and let my dreams drag me under.

Coming back to the moment, I groan, as the light from the morning filters in. My dreams were nothing short of filthy. As I take a deep breath, I’m filled with the potent scent of Ky. I slept in his arms the entire night. I pull my bottom lip between my teeth and just enjoy the way he feels against me. We’ve rolled in our sleep. I’m on my left side now, with Ky curled around my back. His arm is draped over my waist, and his hand presses against my abdomen.

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