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“What risk? The one where I breed you full of my pups? It’s quite possible it’s already happened,” I growl, bumping my cheek against hers. “I’m not even going to lie—it’s all I’ve thought of during your long hours replenishing the ward.”

“Is that right?” Her pupils are huge, round saucers as she licks her lips.

“Oh yeah.” My teeth rake over her neck as I pull her head farther to the side. “It’s played out in all of my many fantasies, especially since it’s clear you’re ovulating.”

She grunts, shoving at my chest. “That’s so weird. How can you be sure?”

“My wolf can sense that you’re fertile. It’s been nearly impossible to keep from mounting you and fucking you full of our cum,” I tell her truthfully. My voice is deep and more gravelly than normal. “It’s been a battle to keep my paws off you.”

Nadia shivers. “Seriously?”

“Yes.” I nod.

“I don’t even know if I want kids,” she murmurs, burying her face in my throat again. “Definitely not so damn fast.”

“That is something to consider.”

“But I also know how sweet my friend Emerson’s daughter is. First thing in the morning or right before bed, she turns into a cuddly little bundle of pure baby wolf snuggles.”

I snort. My wolf and I are equally enamored by that idea. “I’ve waited a very long time for exactly that. We’ll need to look into purchasing a home in Haven.”

“What?” She laughs. “You don’t want to live with Nan?”

“Don’t try me. We’ll have our own house.”

“That does sound nice.” She runs her fingers over my chest. “A family does too.” My heart races at her words. “I won’t be going back to my job at The Den. Not in the same capacity as before, anyway.”

Thank fucking God.

My head falls back as I say a silent prayer of appreciation to the universe. I don’t know what I would have done if she tried to go back to seeing clients. It probably would’ve involved Wraith devouring every single fucker who tried to get a spot on her schedule. Then when they no-showed for the appointment, one of us would jump in and take it.

“Thank you.” I nuzzle my face against hers. “I wouldn’t have handled it well, but I am trying to evolve. The only time I truly want to own you is when we’re both nude.”

“How romantic.” Echo comes up the stairs with a black duffel bag on each shoulder.

“Shall we retire to my house?” I ask the cuddly little witch.

“Yep.” She smiles brightly, and my heart beats funny. She looks at Echo. “Is that all? We can pack my SUV full too.”

I frown, because I also have belongings I’ll need to transfer to Haven. But I have the good sense to keep my mouth shut. I can make multiple trips if need be.

“I have a few more, but I have been trying to keep things light.” Echo sighs.

“I’ll help,” I offer, gently moving Nadia aside before pushing myself off the couch.

“That’s very sweet.” She lights up, and my stupid heart races so loud, the vampire snorts. “You’re all stuck with each other. It’s best to get along.”

“Well, that’s true enough.” The vampire smirks. “I’ll put up with the mutt to keep you.”

ChapterThirty-One

Nadia

Ridge’s house is surprisingly homey. It has four bedrooms and plenty of space for all of us without being right on top of each other.

The main problem is that I have to get back to Haven at some point. I spent several days working on the cornerstones with Shelby and Carina, then another couple of days fortifying the ward on my own. As bad as it sounds, I don’t plan to make any return trips to North Falls. I need to be sure everything is good and wrapped up in a tight little bow when I make my exit.

I miss Nan something fierce. Though I’ve spoken to her and Aline, I’m still strategically ducking and weaving to avoid Emerson’s calls. I get updates through Nan, and that’s enough for me. I feel like a giant asshole, but I’m not about to bust out everything I have to tell her over the phone.

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