Page 50 of Ascendant Moon
“That is so cool! Jo, can we go for a run? My wolf wants to play with you.”
Donna and Sergio agreed, with the proviso that they eat before and after to prevent RJ from crashing later. RJ put his clothes back on and after hugs and thanks all around, walked home with his mate to fuel their nocturnal explorations.
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The next morning, Sunday, September 5th
Someone was growling in his bed.
Nick awoke to find Gray playing the big spoon and rumbling sexily in his ear. The man was warm but no longer feverish, indicating a completed transformation. He gently wriggled free to turn and get a first glimpse of the former human, breathing deeply of his altered scent. Long hair tousled and eyes closed, this image was one to remember, and Nick created a special place for it in his heart and mind. The human barrier had been removed, and they were on the threshold of a lifelong adventure without limits.
Noticing the loss of contact and body heat, Gray began to stir. His eyes opened and a smile appeared when he realized that his mate hadn’t gone far. Nick kissed him, rolling them over with Gray on top and between his legs. Seconds later Gray was on fire; his new senses noticing every detail and a heady mix of pheromones in the air. The growling returned as they frotted, and Nick reached between them to wrap both cocks in a firmgrip. As orgasm approached, Nick realized he wanted something else.
“Not enough! I need you in me.”
Though loath to stop what they were doing, Gray complied by snatching the lube from the nightstand. Nick lifted his legs for easy access, and Gray inserted two long fingers coated with slick. It didn’t take long to prepare him, and at Nick’s urging, he greased up his dick to fill his mate with one smooth stroke. Alive with sensation, Gray noticed a difference in their vigorous lovemaking, while his mind filled with animalistic fervor. Whatever this was, Nick demanded even more.
“Harder! Faster! Let your wolf go, babe.”
Though Gray heard the words, he didn’t quite comprehend what his mate was telling him. An odd presence in his head did, and his body responded with a surge of passion that dwarfed everything they’d done thus far. Nick’s muscular body shook with the pounding as he thrashed and cried out in bliss. While the climax built, Gray reached down to caress his mate’s nipples and Nick fell headlong over the cliff with growly shouts.
Muscles contracted and cum sprayed from Nick’s untouched cock, soaking belly and chest, while Gray pumped the man’s beautiful ass full of his own spunk. Almost like a daydream, his mind conjured up a crystal-clear image of a contented wolf, languorously stretched out with tongue lolling off to the side over sharp teeth.
Gray ignored it for the moment to focus on his thoroughly debauched mate—skin flushed and sweaty as he pulled Gray down for sweet kisses. They didn’t last long, as Nick’s incredible scent called to him and Gray fixated on his mate’s neck instead. Licks and nibbles glided over warm flesh, both smooth andrough with whiskers, invading his nose and mouth with an intoxicating aroma, texture, and flavor.
Gray noticed with a start that they were both growling, and Nick chuckled when Gray pulled back to give him a quizzical look.
“You know what’s happened, don’t you?”
The pieces finally fell into place, and Gray understood all the odd signals he’d been getting.
“My wolf! It’s done? I’m a shifter now?”
Nick kissed him soundly before answering.
“Yes, you are. Welcome to my world, mate. It may take a while to get used to him in your head, but when you’re in wolf form, he has to do the same. I grew up with it, so I don’t know what it’s like to be only one or the other.
“After we get cleaned up and eat, I’ll text Ben and Dante to let them know, and you’ll have your first shift. I can’t wait to see your wolf!”
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Ninety minutes later
To avoid drawing a crowd, Gray’s turning was quietly arranged behind Donna’s house—one of the few homes with a relatively private backyard. Given their unique status as a pack of their own, Dante, Sergio and Nick would handle this event. Ben, Evan, Evie, Jack, Donna, and Erin joined them to offer support on Gladstone’s behalf.
Upon arrival, they found Gray trembling in Nick’s strong arms, stressed and afraid. Bad enough to strip naked in front of strangers, but to change into a wolf? He didn’t regret hisdecision to become a shifter, but now that the moment arrived to actuallydo it, his nerves got the better of him.
This wasn’t the same as RJ’s turning at all. He’d been exposed to Jonah for over a year and had acquired enhanced senses. He was, in some ways, wolf-like already. No, Gray’s situation was actually more typical than the Gladstone family realized, and Dante prepared to intervene. At the same time, Sergio touched Gray’s mind with gentle words of assurance.
“Your mate and friends are all here with you, Gray.”
We will not leave you.
“The shift happens fast and won’t even hurt, I promise.”
No fear. Embrace the change.
“Your wolf will know what to do.”
