Page 49 of My Brutal Alpha

"A struggle?" he asked, looking curious yet vaguely concerned. But when he moved a bit closer, the realization flickered in his eyes, and whether he could sense it or just assume it, he seemed to understand perfectly with that faint grin on his lips. "You're feeling some type of way, hm?"

If I hadn't found him so attractive, I would've torn into him for teasing me, but I could only sigh and nod at that moment.

"Why did you have to look so good today?" I asked, feeling as that warmth moved through me.

Ezra chuckled and stepped closer, towering over me like always. He reached out and gently tucked some hair behind my ear. His voice was low and far too appealing for my own good. "If I had known it didn't take much to get you worked up, I would've tried a little less."

Despite his amusement, his evident desire overshadowed it as he looked down at me and let the back of his finger brush against my cheek.

I nearly shivered from the touch, eyes closing. "You're torturing me right now."

Ezra chuckled. "Obviously, we can't do anything right now...but how about something to tide you over?"

Even with my mind clouded by lust, I knew it wasn't the best idea. It was a risk and not the best timing, but something in me didn't care. I just wanted something. Anything.

Feeling both at ease thanks to our proximity and needy for his attention, I could only look up at him and nod.

Grinning, he cupped my cheek softly and leaned forward until our noses were gently pressed side by side. His forehead just barely rested against mine as we both seemed to breathe the other in.

"You'll have to restrain yourself, remember," he murmured, voice tinged with amusement.

Letting go of an impatient breath, I nodded again. "Just hurry, would you?"

Ezra chuckled at that, slowly moving his lips closer, letting them brush against mine as he spoke. "You're lucky this is a precarious situation, or I'd take my time teasing you..."

The moment I felt his lips press against mine, a shiver went through my body, and I wasted no time deepening it.

That desire washed through me, and while it was satisfying, it simultaneously made me crave even more.

With one hand cupping my cheek while the other held my hip as his fingers gave me a teasing squeeze, Ezra entertained my whim long enough for us to lose ourselves in the moment.

Our lips melded together, sending a rush of sensations through me. My skin was warm all over and demanding to be touched.

Our bond, bright and vibrant between us, felt perfectly content, and I didn't want it to end.

I hummed as he gave my lower lip a playful flick with his tongue, making my stomach flip.

But before I could get ahead of myself, Ezra pulled back and chuckled at my immediate huff of disappointment.

He let his thumb graze over my lip, eyes sparkling with mischief. "That's all for now. Everyone's waiting for cake, remember?"

My cheeks were warm as I looked up at him. I deflated somewhat, but I knew he was right. I nodded. "I know..."

Catching my slightly dejected tone, he hummed his amusement and stroked my cheek again. "Hey, we'll continue this later when we don't need to worry about anyone else seeing us, alright?"

As impatient as I felt, I smiled at him at the prospect. "I'll hold you to it then."

He chuckled and gently let go of me to grab the cake. "You'd better."

Chapter 23 - Ezra

Witnessing our efforts had paid off was satisfying, and it seemed everyone was having a good time.

Lydia and the guests were happy, and Zoe seemed satisfied about how it all unfolded despite her slight urgency to eventually get back home.

Despite masking it well, I was feeling the effect of our bond and that kiss. Given the situation, it was risky, but it felt far too good to pass up. Of course, I wanted to get back home as much as she did.

However, with the guests eventually leaving, we agreed to help clean up before doing so.

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