Page 27 of The Alpha's Bullied Mate

Hayden waited. If she wouldn’t give him a straight yes, then he’d have to put an end to this. Though he wanted to trust her body and the signals she was sending him, he needed her words, too. He wasn’t about to get so caught up in his own arousal that he projected it on her.

“I want you,” Mica finally breathed. “I’ve wanted you for such a long time, Hayden. You have no idea. I just—”

He cupped her face gently. “You just what?”

“Do you want me?” her voice was soft.

Hayden smirked at her. “Oh, I want you, Mica. Don’t mistake my control for a lack of desire. Although, maybe you’re too tired to go any further tonight.” His smirk grew as he teased.

“I’m not too tired at all. In fact, I think I might need something to relax me.” Mica leaned forward, pressing her hands to his naked torso.

The warmth of her hands felt good. When was the last time he’d enjoyed the touch of another person? This time, It was different than any other experience he’d had. His wolf growled with pleasure, a growl that rumbled in his chest. Mica paused, her eyes going wider again.

“Don’t stop,” he told her.

She searched his face, as though waiting for him to pull the rug out from under her. As though he’d have gotten to this point if he didn’t want her! There was such vulnerability in her gaze, that he wasn’t sure how to take it. It made him want to kiss her softly in reassurance and also make her feel so much pleasure she had no room to doubt the truth of his interest.

Her hands floated over him. Warmth trailed behind his touch, and Hayden wouldn’t be surprised to find his skin glowing. Mica leaned closer and pressed a kiss to his collarbone, then slowly worked her way down until she started to undo his jeans. Hayden let her undress him, but when she reached for him, he took hold of her wrist.

“My turn,” he said.

With practiced ease, he flipped her onto her back and caged her in with his body. He found her mouth again. His tongue explored her mouth. Mica threaded her fingers through his hair as she kissed him back. Her movements were slightly clumsy, like she didn’t have a lot of experience with this. Hayden eased off his intensity, giving her time to catch up with him.

He didn’t care if she was experienced or not, only that she enjoyed this time together as much as he did. The feel of her body so close to his made him tighten. He throbbed with the need to enter her but told himself to be patient. They had a lifetime together, he wasn’t going to ruin their first time by rushing it.

With a few deft kisses, she was bending herself to him. He yanked the baggy T-shirt off her, quickly followed by her sports bra. His hands cupped her breasts, gently kneading her soft flesh; Mica shuddered, pressing into his hands.

It wasn’t enough. He needed more from her. He kissed down her neck and found one hardened nipple. When he sucked it into his mouth, Mica shuddered again. She moaned as she let her fingers explore his shoulders and back. Hayden flicked his tongue over her nipple and was rewarded by a breathy moan.

Hayden cupped her through her pants, pressing his palm firmly to her. Mica opened her legs a little further as he moved to her other nipple. She wrapped her hands around his biceps,tugging lightly. When he looked up at her, her eyes were bright, her pupils enlarged from lust.

“Hayden,” she breathed.

The sound of his name on her lips drove him crazy. Hayden trailed his hands down her form, delighting at the feel of her beneath him. His impatience was getting hold of him, and he had to remind himself not to be too rough as he pulled off her pants and panties. Mica inhaled sharply. She twisted away, her arms moving to hide herself from his view.

Hayden let her, then slid down to spoon her from behind. He was already hardened with arousal, and he let her feel it.

“Have you changed your mind?” he breathed in her ear. “I haven’t.”

Mica shivered. “But I’m fat.”

“You are beautiful, Mica.” He ran his hand down her hip. “Your skin is soft and smooth. Your breasts are perfect. I want to get to know the rest of you.”

He slid his hand between her legs and cupped her. She felt even better without the clothes between them. The heat of her sex radiated into his hand, already growing damp. He massaged her slightly, watching her reaction. The tension melted from her shoulders. Her head fell slightly back and she let out a soft moan.

“You’re beautiful,” he repeated. “And I want you.”

Mica turned back to him, letting her legs open for him. Her sea-green eyes didn’t leave his face.

“I think that’s the first time someone didn’t say ‘You’re not fat, you’re beautiful’ even though I am… without a doubt—” She cut off, biting her lip.

“Do you want to continue?” he asked.

Mica nodded. “Yes.”

Hayden waited a moment before adjusting his hold on her. He slid two fingers deeper, exploring her. They brushed over her entrance, already wet, but he moved higher, seeking out her clit. He wanted to see what pleasure looked on her before he filled her.

“Is that good?” He asked her, his voice husky.

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