“Ready to go?” I asked, brushing my lips across his forehead.
He nodded. “Yeah.”
“Go get that knot,” Corey called out, making Theo blush.
I chuckled and wrapped my arm around my mate’s waist. “He’s just jealous.”
Theo smiled. “Maybe, but he’s convinced he has a fated mate. So he’ll tease.”
“We’ll get to give him shit soon enough then, I’m sure.”
I waved to the group and guided my mate out.
“Are you sure she’s going to be ok?” Theo asked as we strolled down the few houses to our own home.
I hummed. “You know Wes and Cody would never let anything happen, and we’re only a few doors down if they need us.”
He let out a sigh. “You’re right. I guess I’m just nervous.”
“It’s your first night without her. It makes sense. But I bet you’ll feel better knowing she’s being taken care of while I’m locked in that ass of yours, rather than have to worry we’ll be knotted when she starts crying.”
“Maybe I should have taken a round of suppressants, like Cody.”
“Too late now,” I teased, sliding my hand down to squeeze his ass.
He moaned softly at the touch.
“That’s what I thought,” I whispered. “You say one thing, but you can’t hide your excitement.”
He leaned against me. “Guilty. You’ve told Owen he’s off for the weekend?”
“Yep.”
“I still can’t believe he moved here.”
“Neither can I, but he says he had nothing tying him there. You had time left on your lease, so it worked out. You were able to sublet to him, and he can decide if moving here permanently is right for him.”
“I hope he stays. He’s a good man.”
“I agree.”
We reached our house and I opened the door.
It was one of the smaller houses on Billionaire Row, but still far larger than I’d ever expected to have growing up.
We made our way upstairs to the massive master bedroom, where I’d had Owen set up a surprise before leaving for the weekend.
Candles stood all around the room, numerous enough to create a soft glow. Rose petals had been scattered across the floor, lending a soft scent to the air.
“Jordan…” Theo whispered as he took in the sight.
I turned him in my arms and kissed him softly. “Tonight’s special.”
“But…”
“But nothing. It’s the first time I’ll share a heat with you. It’s the one and only time I’ll be able to give you my mark. And it’ll be the first time I’m getting you pregnant on purpose.”
He shivered and leaned into me.