Page 225 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

I ran Lexi and I onto the plane. I was practically vibrating energy. I only relaxed once we were in the air. I explained I knew who she was. She gathered herself and asked, “Why do you think you know that?” I went through the reasons, “You went to California. Specifically, you went to Fresno. Where Luna Emmaline was taken. Beta Caleb kept us apprised of the rescue efforts. I know the Hood member that was with them was the Black Arrow.” She bit her lip.

I reached for her hand and squeezed it. “You’ve been saving my family, this whole time it was you. I can never thank you enough for that. That’s why you thought it was funny I was dreaming of the Black Arrow. You saved my dad, not once but twice. You saved Nadine, Susie, and Reagan.”

Lexi said nothing for several moments then commented, “I assume this cabin is soundproofed.” I nodded, “Of course.” Lexi said, “I can’t confirm that for you because I don’t have permission. Hypothetically, that took you a VERY long time to figure out, and hypothetically someone was trying to make it VERY easy for you to figure out.”

Bolt huffed, “She was running around our territory a lot and helping.” I retorted, “We both thought she was our second chance mate. Don’t even say that was just me at first.” He huffed but agreed. I said, “I already know it’s true. I knew it all along, but I just didn’t want to admit it. It scares me.”

Lexi frowned, “Why?” I explained, “You are an integral and vital piece to the Hood. Your brother won’t just let you go to be with me.” Lexi frowned, “If you’re right and I am the Black Arrow, I wouldn’t abandon my brother. Ever.” I gritted my teeth, “I’m aware.”

She frowned, “Then what do you want me to say?” I replied, “That when we decide to have pups, you’ll stay with me.” Lexi frowned, “I didn’t realize I was planning to leave you when I got pregnant.” I rubbed my face, “That’s not what I mean. Sorry I haven’t been sleeping.” Lexi frowned, “Why?” I admitted, “I was worried about you. I can’t feel you. I had to rely on others to tell me if you’re ok or not.”

Lexi leaned over and touched my face. “I was fine. I promise you that when we have kids, I won’t do any type of missions. It’s not even that long, it's a few months. Heath told me when I turned eighteen, he wouldn’t ever let me go out if I was pregnant. It’s not widely known because it was a conversation between the two of us. I was mad at first because the women get to choose, but he explained the weight he carries sending me out now. We lost our parents, and we’ve only been close to each other again for a short time. He won’t risk the life of his niece or nephew. I agreed because I don’t want that either.”

I pressed, “Even if one of your calling cards were triggered.” Lexi took my hand, “I will do my best to stay out of the fray.” I put my forehead on hers and whispered, “Ok.” Lexi dragged me back where the bedroom on my plane was. She laid down and pulled me with her. She ordered, “Sleep.” I wrapped my arms around her, and finally relaxed. Her scent surrounded me, and I fell into a blissful sleep.

I woke up to being gently nudged and opened my eyes. Lexi said, “The flight attendant said we need to get our seats because we are about to descend. Do I get to know where we are yet?” I smiled, “No.” I got up finally feeling rested. I grabbed Lexi’s hand, and we walked back out. She played with my hair.

She asked, “Do you feel better?” I smiled and kissed her, “I do. Thank you.” Lexi smiled, “I’ll always take care of you. You’re mine too, ya know?” I nuzzled her, “Speaking of, I want you to mark me, but if you’re not ready to tell Haley about us meeting we should probably wait until after Christmas Eve. She could see it at Alpha Lucas and Luna Emmaline’s wedding.”

Lexi frowned, “You’re right. I hate lying to her.” I consoled her, “Hey, you don’t have to. We can deal with it if you want to tell her.” Lexi said, “I’ll tell her about us. I’m spending New Year’s Eve with her. Sorry, it’s a tradition and she needs me. Normally we are killing someone, but this year we will be in Faerie. Someone could still die there I guess.”

I smiled, “Stick with Alpha Eric if you kill someone, please. I understand you have plans, I host a pack party.” Lexi pouted, “I was hoping you could come with me.” I said, “I would love to, but I have to be with our pack though. Next year, we could make that happen since Cameron could host with Reagan because the packs will be joined.”

Lexi said, “Perks of being the Alpha.” I laughed, “Yes, next year I’ll talk to Alpha Eric about a joint party or something so you and Haley can be together, but I can get a kiss at midnight.” Lexi explained, “I’m planning to tell Haley about us then. Will that cause you problems?”

I answered immediately, “No.” Alpha Eric might punch me in the face, but I could handle that. Lexi smiled, “Good. I just hate lying to her, and she’s being so damn nice about it too.” I smiled, “She loves you.” Lexi kissed my cheek, “I love her too.”

We got off the plane and she gasped. She asked me, “Where are we?” I answered, “The Virgin Islands.” My family's Jeep had been brought to the airport, and I grabbed our bags and led her to the car. I drove us to the house. Lexi asked incredulously, “You own this?” I laughed, “I do.”

We walked inside and I put the bags in the bedroom. Lexi walked around the house and then outside to the pool that overlooked the ocean. She took a deep breath. I came up behind her wrapping my arms around her. I kissed her on the side of her head.

She commented, “It’s beautiful here.” I whispered, “It’s perfect because you’re here.” She slapped me on the chest, “You are such a sap sometimes.” I teased, “Only for you.” She turned in my arms and kissed me. She backed out of my grip and crossed her hands taking off her hoodie. She threw it at me, and I heard a splash. She’d taken off her yoga pants and jumped into the water.

She surfaced then asked, “Are you waiting for an invitation, Alpha?” I laughed and stripped out of my clothes. I jumped in and came up beside her. She wrapped her legs around me. She whispered against my mouth, “I missed you.”

I caught the back of her head smashing our lips together. I unclasped her bra in one swift move and pressed my chest against hers. I managed to tell her between kisses, “I missed you so damn much, Sweetheart.” We were both enjoying making out and our closeness.

Lexi pulled back and swam to the edge. She got out, and I couldn’t help but watch the water bead and drip down her perfect skin. She seductively said, “Chase.” I looked up away from her breasts to her eyes. The blatant need in her eye had me moving.

I got out of the pool and closed the distance between us to where she stood. She looked deep in my eyes. I could see a little bit of fear mixed in with want. I frowned. Lexi whispered, “Make me yours, Chase. I can’t stand it anymore. I want to be yours officially. I want you; I want us.”

My body comprehended her words before my brain. I crushed her lips on mine. Bolt was howling happily in my head. I picked her up and carried her to the bedroom. I stripped off her underwear and mine. I laid her down and hovered over her.

I huskily asked, “So you can’t stand it, huh?” Lexi shook her head, “No, I can’t. I want to be all yours. I want everyone to know I’m yours.” I growled, “MINE!” I kissed her hard, then slid my face to her neck. I licked the spot where my mark would soon be. She moaned and tensed under me.

I chuckled, “Not yet, Sweetheart.” I bit her lightly, and she groaned in protest. I smirked against her neck, “Patience. It would hurt you if I did it now.” Lexi asked, “Huh?” I kissed down her body as I explained, “Wolves mark their mates during an orgasm otherwise it would hurt more instead of pain mixed with pleasure when I mark you as you come.” She whimpered.

I continued, “Since I’m an Alpha, my mark would hurt you a lot more than any other wolf if you weren’t screaming my name in the climax of your orgasm.” I winked at her. Lexi said, “Do people ever get marked against their will?” I stiffened, “Yes, but as an Alpha it’s my job to stop that. If anyone came to me who had been forcibly marked, I would kill whoever marked them. That’s my job. Let’s not talk about that.” Lexi nodded.

I kissed down her stomach then her thighs. I groaned when I smelled her arousal. I used my nose to separate her lips. She squirmed. I darted my tongue out to taste her. I groaned, “God, Lexi. You taste so good.” She whimpered, “Chase... I…”

I didn’t let her finish. I attacked her clit. She fell apart quickly. I chuckled, “You see why you can’t go off and leave me for days? Your body missed me, it’s desperate for my touch.” Lexi whimpered again. I watched her face as I entered a finger inside her. Her mouth dropped into an O as she gasped.

Her eyes locked onto mine. I smirked at her and entered another finger. Her legs locked around my head, her eyes never leaving mine. I curled my fingers inside her and lowered my mouth to her again. She arched her head back moaning. I increased my pace, and she lost all control screaming my name.

Bolt linked me, “This is lovely but mark our mate before I take over and do it my damn self. I think you’ve stalled us damn near long enough.” I growled at him, but I climbed up her and lined our entrance up. Her eyes met mine as I slid inside her. Her walls clamped down around me.

I growled, “Fuck, you are so damn tight.” Bolt was begging me to go hard and fast, but I wasn’t going to. I began to move slowly inside her. I leaned down on my forearms and nipped her ear. I declared, “I love you, Sweetheart.” Lexi moaned, “I love you too, Chase.” I kissed her deeply, slowly building us.

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