I shift against Wraith's solid warmth, tilting my head up to meet his intense blue eyes. His arm tightens around my waist instinctively.
"Thane," I say softly, drawing his dark gaze to me. "Can I talk to you and Wraith for a minute?" I pause, watching the way his muscles tense. "Alone?"
Thane hesitates, his eyes darting to the door. He's still on high alert after everything that's happened, and I can tell he's weighing the risks of splitting up the pack even further.
"Please?" I add, letting a hint of need creep into my voice.
His nostrils flare slightly as he catches the shift in my scent. Understanding dawns in his eyes, followed quickly by heat. And confusion. Plenty of that, too.
"Alright," he says roughly.
Wraith just nods, as I knew he would. He'd follow me anywhere.
I slip out from under Wraith's arm and head for the door, swaying my hips just enough to make sure I have their attention. Behind me, I hear Whiskey let out a low whistle.
"Have fun," he calls after us.
"Shut up," Plague mutters, but there's amusement in his voice.
I catch Valek watching us leave with a sly grin, but he doesn't say anything. Maybe he's learning after all.
The halls of our temporary base are quiet at this hour, our footsteps echoing off the marble walls. I lead my alphas through the winding corridors, not entirely sure where I'm going but trusting my instincts.
And right now, my instincts are screaming for privacy.
I can feel the heat of their gazes on my back as we walk. Thane's controlled intensity and Wraith's wild hunger, both focused entirely on me. The thought makes me even more set on finding somewhere perfect for us to retreat to.
"Where are we going?" Thane asks, his deep voice rough.
I glance back over my shoulder, meeting his dark eyes. "Somewhere private," I purr. "Unless you'd rather go back and listen to more bickering?"
A low growl rumbles from Wraith's chest, and I bite my lip to hide my smile.
"Point taken," Thane says.
We round another corner and I spot a door that looks promising. When I push it open, I find exactly what I was hoping for. A small sitting room, complete with plush velvet furniture, a large cot with clawfoot legs, and thick carpets.
Perfect.
I step inside, turning to face my alphas as they follow me in. Thane closes the door behind us with a soft click that seems to echo in the sudden silence.
For a moment, we just stare at each other. The air between us crackles with tension and unspoken need. These two fierce, dangerous alphas who would tear the world apart for me, waiting for my signal.
My heart races as I meet their heated gazes. Even though I think I’ve been pretty obvious about what I want, and they’re clearly turned on, too, they’re still on edge. Like they’re not sure if I'm about to pounce on them and drag them to bed or if I’m about to drop some kind of bomb on them.
In a way, I guess I am.
I take a deep breath, steeling my nerves. "I've been thinking," I start, turning to face them. "After everything that's happened... we could all use a way to blow off some steam. Together."
Thane's eyebrows shoot up.
Wraith goes very still.
"What exactly did you have in mind?" Thane asks carefully.
Here goes nothing.
"I want Wraith to eat my pussy while I suck your cock," I say in a rush. Not going to bother mincing my words right now, even if my directness clearly surprises both of them. "And Thane, maybe... maybe you could knot my mouth?"