Page 36 of His Fate

I love that Kai made sure to have answers to my most important questions right away. I love that he thought about all of my reservations and concerns, made them priorities and tried to take care of them in a way that should appease me.

I also think I'm going to have a chat with my father about what exactly his intentions are with Ms. Janet Spruce.

"The cabin is just outside of Ashland, about two hours from your house. It resides in a beautiful area of the forest, a fantastic view of the mountains. A creek runs through the backyard." Kai takes what I think might be a shaky breath. "It's secluded and private but I made sure there was ample cellular coverage and a wireless internet connection. Your father will still be able to contact you if needed. No one else knows of its location except my brothers and they have all agreed to be available to Hank as well, Henrich already set up a time to visit. We will not be disturbed but will not be out of reach, your father is in good hands and your employment is secure."

Kai leans forward and kisses me so tenderly I could cry then rests his forehead against mine. "Please say yes, Posey. Please agree to spend a few precious days with me."

His vulnerability in this moment is so raw, so exposed that my heart and head are actually in perfect alignment for the first time since meeting Kai.

"How much do I need to pack?"

Kai's beautiful burgundy eyes dart to mine as he leans back. He searches my face, looks over every detail, every imperfection and when that brilliant smile forms against those amazing lips I can't help but giggle.

"You'll come with me?"

I nod. "I don't really have much of a choice. What kind of woman would I be if I shot you down after you literally thought of everything? You've left me with absolutely no argument."

True to Kai's nature, he doesn't respond with words.

No, he just about kisses the pants off of me and if I didn't really believe that Kady would lock us in her shop I'd let him use his hands to get the job done.

Maybe I'm crazy for agreeing to this. For allowing a man to completely alter my world and everything about it, especially after knowing him such a short time.

But maybe, just maybe, Kai is worth it. Maybe Kai is special because he is worth taking a risk and being selfish. Maybe he really is mine and this is only the beginning of something so beautiful and perfect that I'd be insane to pass this up.

Or maybe Kai is really a serial killer and is planning to murder me in a picturesque cabin in the middle of the woods.

Fuck it.

If I go down, at least it will be with the knowledge that a beautiful man took me down after kissing me better than anyone else ever has or ever will.

Strange and wonderful things are happening. There is no doubt about that.

Beastly Secrets

Ihave met with kings and alphas, elders and warlords.

I have stared down barrels of guns, felt the cold steel of razor sharp blades pierce my skin, looked the fiercest of dragons right in the eye as they bared their teeth and dug their talons into my muscles.

I have sat at the dinner table with my mother after destroying some of her most precious heirlooms, a mere boy awaiting punishment that proved to be scarier than any battle I've fought.

Never once did I feel anxious or nervous.

I feel both now though.

I feel anxiety and nervousness, worry, and a hint of fear and it is all thanks to my beautiful mate.

Gripping the steering wheel tight enough to turn my knuckles white, I glance at Posey out of my peripheral vision.

Gods, she is gorgeous.

Her chestnut curls cascading around her shoulders.

Emerald eyes smiling and alight with wonder.

Her stunning face practically glows as the rays of the setting sun dance across her features and catch her freckles in a way that makes them look as though they are flecks of gold scattered across her skin.

My mate is a vision of beauty and perfection.

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