Page 10 of Spooks & Specters

Hudson took such good care of both of them. It made Kit feel cherished. Loved. And he planned to show them later just how loved he felt. His cock twitched.

“We’re almost home,” Hudson murmured quietly. “Whatever you’re thinking, hold on to that.”

“How did you know—”

“The bond is happy,” Connie said. “Plus, we can both smell your desire, remember? It’s not as strong as before, but it just spiked again.”

Kit wasn’t sure he’d ever get used to that, although it was useful at times.

A few minutes later, the limo parked, then Nelson opened the door for them. Kit followed Hudson and Connie into their home, and they went straight to their quarters.

“Anybody hungry?” Connie asked, putting Kit’s duffel on the floor in their living area.

Hudson placed the chocolate on the small dining table. “The champagne was kept chilled. Would either of you like another drink before dinner?”

“Sure,” Kit said, heading toward the bedroom. “Why don’t you pour that, and I’ll be right back. I have something for you guys too.”

“Oh, really?” Connie perked up. “You got us something?”

Kit turned to look at Connie. “Of course I did. What kind of mate would I be if I didn’t? I’ll be right back.”

A smile graced Hudson’s lips. “Thank you, babe.”

Connie’s excitement and Hudson’s pleasure made him grin as he went to get their Valentine’s Day gifts. Hurrying back to the living area with the packages, which were wrapped in Valentine’s paper, he proudly handed the gifts to his mates. Kit sat down on the couch and patted the empty space next to him.

“Pretty,” Connie said, looking at the wrapping.

“Come on, come on, open it.” Kit was nearly as excited as they were. He couldn’t wait to see the looks on their faces when they saw what he’d done.

Kit laughed softly as Connie ripped through the paper, hurrying to get inside the box. Hudson, of course, took his time opening his gift. That was so like them.

Connie caught his breath as he opened the small box. “By Gaura. Kit, this is beautiful.”

“Perfect. It’s….” Hudson cleared his throat before continuing. “It’s absolutely perfect. Like you.”

Kit blinked rapidly. He wasnotgoing to ugly cry. He was not. “I’m glad you like it. But I couldn’t have done it without the freaking huge ass gold nugget Hudson donated to the project. And the rubies, of course. I, ah, I had one made for me too. I wanted us to match.”

Hudson lifted the wire dragon pendant, admiring the workmanship. It was an intricately sculpted, two-inch-tall dragon curled around a small ruby in the middle and was hung from a brown leather necklace.

Connie held his out to Kit. “Put it on me?”

“I’d be happy to. Do you like it?” Kit asked, standing up.

“Of course I do. It’s a gift from both of my mates—Hudson’s materials and your affection,” Connie said.

Kit sniffed back the tears, although dammit, it was a losing battle. He fastened the necklace around Connie, then stepped in front of him. It was really perfect for his mates.

“Thank you,” Connie said, kissing Kit on the cheek. “Happy Valentine’s Day.”

“Happy Valentine’s Day to you,” Kit answered.

Both of them turned toward Hudson, who held his pendant up too. Kit took it while Connie moved Hudson’s long hair out of the way. Once Kit had fastened it around Hudson’s neck, he again stepped back so he could see it.

Looking down, Hudson touched it gently. Then he looked into Kit’s eyes. Thank you. I love it. Happy Valentine’s Day.”

“Happy Valentine’s Day to you too,” Kit said. “This has been the bestest day ever thanks to you guys.”

“I’m glad. Why don’t you go get yours too?” Hudson asked.

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