Page 32 of Wolf's Whisper

I nodded as I held my lips firmly shut, wanting to know more about how outgoing and vibrant Danny and nervous, shy JP had found each other. If they made it work, there was no reason why I couldn't pursue any of my mates, right?

"I-I watched her from afar, every day. I s-saw all sorts of guys hitting on her and she a-always turned them down. T-They were all taller than me, s-stronger than me, more handsome than m-me. So I t-thought, if they don't have a shot w-with this girl, why, why would I?"

"So what happened?" Oops, opened my mouth after all. Shhh, Akira.

"O-One day, I just s-said to myself: "W-Well, she obviously doesn't w-want a big, s-strong guy w-who has it all." So I g-gathered all my courage and just w-walked over to her and said hello."

"And?"

He smiled. "A-And that was it."

"Just hello?"

JP nodded as he nervously played with one of the strings from his backpack. "She liked that I just a-approached her as a p-person. W-We hit it off r-right away."

I answered his smile with one of my own. That was adorable. Even though it happened so far back in the past and I had only known JP for a little while, I couldn't help but feel proud of him. Walking up to someone you like and just put yourself out there is freaking scary. Especially if the person you’re walking up to is a gorgeous perfect being like Aspen or Ashleigh.

Ugh, why did they have to be so perfect?

"When do you think they'll be back?" I asked JP as I stared at the entrance of the cave. It was already getting dark again and I had no idea of what they were actually doing.

"D-Depends if Chesca is with them or not."

"Chesca?" I asked, tilting my head to the side. I didn't know who Chesca was. But then again, I actually didn't know a thing about what was going on. I got derailed with JP's love life, but I still wanted to know what this sudden shift had brought on.

"L-L-Let me explain. W-When we left, w-we were followed by a handful of Coyotes. I-I can't tell you why, that's n-not my story to tell. But e-ever since then, they have been t-trying to attack us. Or the other way around. I-It always ends in a draw, unless C-Chesca is with them."

"So what is so special about this Chesca?"

JP visibly shuddered. "S-She is crazy. Evil. I-I think she might be the devil incarnated. I can g-guarantee you'll live happier and l-longer if you never meet her."

I didn't have the time to inquire about the person who made JP shake like a leaf. The sound of multiple rapid footsteps hitting the ground suddenly echoed into the cave and both JP and I jumped up to see what was happening.

From the shadows, a group of people appeared and I felt my breath hitch as I couldn't make out who they were. It could've been the Coyotes who found us. If that was the case, JP and I were both dead meat.

A sigh of relief fell from my lips as I suddenly recognised the first figure as again, a naked Aspen. That man certainly liked running around in the nude. Damn.

He was followed by Danny, who was wearing a set of underwear, and not far behind, Darren and Regan. Who unlike Aspen, had at least put on a pair of trunks.

Even though Aspen was all naked and dirty, I was more than happy to see him. That being said, I decided to refrain from embracing him. I already had a good look at his rather sizeable manhood, I didn't need to feel it pressed against my thigh. So I just stepped out of the way as he ran into the cave.

A full head of red hair flashed in front of my face as Danny flew into JP's arms. A nervous giggle escaped from his mouth as he pulled her into a tight hug and passionately kissed her. She melted into his embrace and they happily reunited, completely in their own world.

Not a moment later, Darren and Regan made their way into the cave as well. Regan's broad chest would've impressed anyone, while Darren was much leaner than I expected. I guess his clothes helped puff up his chest. I got a short nod of recognition from the huge man and Darren happily waved at me.

To my surprise, JP broke free from his intimate embrace with Danny as Regan slapped him on the back and Darren pulled him into a hug. He almost seemed equally as relieved to see Danny's other lovers as he was to see Danny herself.

Yeah, despite what anyone might think, Danny was definitely not taking advantage of any of the guys or their situation. They all three seemed equally as happy with the arrangement as she was. And even though they weren't as vocal about it, it was clear the three men cared for each other deeply.

So now a naked Aspen had safely returned, the redhead and her three consorts had arrived, but where was Ashleigh?

I peered out into the darkness, wondering why none of them had said something about her late arrival. Was this a good or bad sign?

"Guys, where is Ashleigh?" I finally called out, my voice trembling slightly, not able to keep the worry in any longer. I needed to know.

"Right behind you."

I jumped around as I heard the silky voice I'd recognise anywhere and was suddenly met with a set of bright blue eyes. Where did she even come from?

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