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“Really?” I asked, looking at Kai and Rhys for confirmation, and they laughed softly.

“Come on, it’s in the yard,” Rhys urged, taking my hand and leading me in the direction.

The green space was transformed. Soft, twinkling lights adorned the old oak, casting a soft glow over the carefully laid picnic spread. A plush, white throw was spread beneath, invitingly soft. The basket in the center was overflowing with delicacies, tugging at my cravings.

“We thought you needed a change of scenery,” Kai explained, his eyes filled with tenderness as we moved to settle on the blanket.

“We know this doesn’t erase the pain, love,” Rhys began, his voice gentle, “but we hope it can offer you a moment of peace.We brought all your favorite food, too,” he added and I laughed, accepting the plate piled with food that he offered to me.

“It’s perfect. Thank you,” I said, leaning in to kiss him.

We talked for hours, sharing laughter and memories. The weight of the world seemed to lift as we lost ourselves in each other's company.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the garden, I found myself relaxing even more. My mates surrounded me, and their presence felt like a warm, comforting blanket.

“You're incredibly strong, Elara,” Kai suddenly said, his voice filled with admiration. “You've endured more than anyone should have to, yet you continue to fight. I hope that you always remember that you’re the heart of this family and that we love you more than words could ever express.”

Tears welled up in my eyes, and I was filled with emotions. “I couldn't do it without all of you. I love you too.” My voice was shaky as I spoke, and Kai pulled me closer, his lips brushing against mine. The kiss was filled with a depth of emotion that took my breath away. As we deepened the kiss, I felt a sense of peace wash over me.

Chapter 36

Elara

Five Months Later

I had just finished taking a shower, and even the steaming water couldn’t do anything to quench my arousal. Throughout this pregnancy, my sexual appetite had increased. I still had a couple of weeks until my due date, but even with how large I was getting, I still longed to be stuffed full by my mates every chance I got.

I made my way over to my drawer, pulling it open. The selection of lingerie that I found sitting in it had me crossing my legs to avoid my slick dripping down my legs, but my efforts were futile.

I pulled out a night gown that had an opening in front of it. I pulled it onto my frame, hissing when the cold air in the room pierced through the material. It was completely see-through, and my full, heavy breasts sat perfectly within it, with my perky pink nipples straining against the material, almost jumping out. The dress barely covered my butt, and my pussy was left on display since my big bump was in the way, but it felt perfect.

My mates had also become insatiable the more my pregnancy progressed, and I loved their reactions whenever they came in to meet me.

They were currently having a meeting in the home office, but I knew that they would be wrapping it up soon. So, after oiling my body, I climbed onto the bed, facing away from the door and I slowly rubbed my bump, trying to distract myself fromthe throbbing happening in between my legs. With every second that passed, I could feel my heart beating faster and my thighs getting more and more wet with my slick.

I knew the moment they entered the room because they either grunted or groaned. The scent of their arousal filled the air, and it made me feel dizzy.

Rhys appeared in front of my face, and I giggled when I caught sight of the bulge in his pants that seemed like it was ready to jump out.

“You look so gorgeous like this baby,” Rhys drawled.

“So freaking perfect,” Rowan added, and I propped myself up onto my arms so I could look behind me. Rowan had moved into the bed to join me, but I noticed that Kai wasn’t with them.

“He’s finishing some paperwork. He’ll be here soon,” Rowan reassured me, as if reading my mind.

Strong arms wrapped around my shoulders, and Rowan pulled me into his warm chest. My eyes shut as I breathed in the scent of Rowan. I allowed them to gently manhandle me, and soon I was straddling Rowan’s lap, his naked chest against my back. He pulled my hair away from my neck, pressing his lips to my skin, causing me to arch back, grinding my hips into his body.

Rhys smirked from in front of me, and he grabbed the bottom of his shirt, pulling it over his head in one smooth motion before letting it crumple to the floor. I felt my mouth water at the sight of his strong pecs.

“Like what you see?” Rhys teased, cupping my jaw and pulling my mouth to his.

I closed my eyes, breathing in the scent of rain that filled my senses and caused my core to tingle. I meet Rhys’ lips in a hot crush, sighing in bliss as his tongue curled over mine, plundering deep in my mouth. We kissed slowly, taking slow open-mouthed sips from each other's mouths. His fingertips skimmed over my exposed bump, drawing tickly patterns over my skin that made me shiver.

My head felt floaty, and my skin was flushed when I finally pulled away from the kiss. I turned to look back at Rowan, and I found him watching me with dark eyes, I didn't even think before I leaned forward and pressed my lips to his as well. He kissed me back hungrily, his tongue sliding hot and possessive against mine.

The kiss began off chaste, but it soon devolved into something filthy and wet. Our tongues slid together, and his hands smoothed over my tits, squeezing the sensitive buds between his fingers, causing me to squirm. Between my legs, Rhys had propped my hips up onto a pillow so he could start dropping kisses inside my thighs.

His lips climbed higher. His thick curls brushed up against my thighs, and I clenched my thighs around his neck as his hot breath hovered over my clit. It felt like feathers brushing over sensitive nerves, and I jerked.

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