Consider The Lilies (Broken Omegas #5)

Morning

Stefan

L ight filters through the curtains, telling me it’s morning. It’s hard to believe. Time seems to have sped up since Jack bit me. Maybe I was passed out for too long, but when I woke up to find Jack still having sex with me, it felt like only a few minutes had passed. Since then, he’s made love to me several times, bending my body about a hundred different ways.

He assaulted my body all night long. Taking what he wanted. And I liked it very much.

“Are you okay?” Jack whispers as he pulls me to his side. He pushes one of my knees, forcing my legs open, then he fondles my spent privates before brushing his fingertips over my back entrance. “Do you need to be fucked again?” I wince when he pushes a finger inside me, and he quickly removes it. “Sore?”

I nod, and he chuckles deep in his chest. “Does your…” I point to his limp penis, happy that it’s finally gone down. I don’t know how much more my body can take. “Did it hurt when you….um…”

“When I knotted you?” He finishes my sentence for me. I nod, happy I didn’t have to say it. “It was a little uncomfortable,” he says, but I can see the pride in his eyes. “I think it might have been worse for you.” He caresses my stomach, up to my chest. “Your little asshole is still gaping.”

I shift, feeling every muscle in my body protest except my bottom. Maybe the slick numbs you? “I’m just happy my heat is over,” I let out a breath of relief.

“That wasn’t your heat,” Jack says with an apologetic lilt.

“What?” My mouth falls open, both shocked and angry.

“That was simply your body finally clicking into place,” he says. “If you were in heat, you’d still be in pain. It tends to last several days. That was more like a mini-heat. Just a surge of hormones.”

“ Several days ?” I practically yell as I sit up. My abs and hips ache from the movement, making me wince.

“It’s okay.” Jack slips one hand behind my head, pulling me back down to him. He forces me to rest against his chest, then he nuzzles my neck, licking and kissing his bite.

“Are we mates?” It’s a stupid question, but I know Jack won't laugh at me or think I’m stupid. I just need to hear him say it.

“Yes. You are mine, omega.” His words are warm and rumbly in my ear. I like it.

“How long until we feel each other in our heads?” I ask, hoping he knows what I mean.

“I’m not sure.” He kisses the raw bite on my neck. It stings at first, then he licks it, and the pain instantly fades. “It could be a day or two.”

I let out a contented sigh as he continues to clean my mark. I can’t believe this is my life now. I have a strong and protective mate with a mighty pack, and I get to live in a castle. A few of the crystals in the chandelier overhead catch the light, casting sparkles around the room. I watch them dance until my gaze finally falls on the couch in the corner. My nesting materials are still sitting there, waiting for me.

“Alpha?”

Jack hums in response.

“Can I make a nest in here?”

Jack stops what he’s doing, allowing me to look up at him. “I didn’t even think about you needing a nest.” He glances around the room. “Where are you going to put it?”

I point to the couch. “I was thinking in that corner.

“On the floor?” Jack frowns when I nod. “I thought omegas needed small spaces with low ceilings for their nests.”

“I honestly don’t know what’s normal.” I bite my bottom lip, feeling a little weird admitting that. “I’ve never had a nest, and I don’t really remember my mother’s. She died when I was little. That part of my life is a little fuzzy.”

Jack stares at me as if trying to find something written on my face. “And the rest of your pack?”

“They all died too.” I drop my gaze, staring at his chest. “There was a car accident that killed two of my dads. Then my mom passed away from a broken heart. After that, my last father took his own life. I don’t remember how, but my sister was so scared they’d separate us. She took me and ran.”

“Where is your sister now?” Jack’s question surprises me. Lucy and Bear didn’t tell him. I don’t know if they felt it was a secret, or if they thought it wasn’t important enough for him to know, but I appreciate that they’re letting me share my story.

“She’s dead,” I say, feeling almost numb. “She was thrown off a cliff.” Those last moments flash in my mind. Mari fighting, hitting and smacking that big ugly alpha. His angry growl, then his body jerking, shoving her off and into the air. “I didn't save her,” I whisper more to myself than anyone else.

Jack’s arms tighten around me, and he pulls me close. “I’m so sorry.” He kisses my cheek. “You’re safe here, Stefan. You belong to me and Bear and Yuki, and we won’t let anything bad happen to you.”

I smile, thinking about Bear’s warm presence and Lucy’s infectious laugh. I still don’t think Yuki likes me very much, but there’s nothing I can do about that. I’ll just stay out of her way.

“Can I—” I cut off my own question, deciding it’s a bad idea.

“What?” Jack cups my cheek. “Tell me.” He stares at the side of my face, waiting patiently for me to speak. For half a second, I consider making something up, but I don’t want to lie to my alpha. My mate.

“Can I hug Bear?” I ask, waiting for Jack’s reaction. But the alpha doesn’t say anything. He stares at me, weighing his options. “I know he’s in trouble for claiming me, but I’d really like to hug him or hold his hand. Just something…” I trail off, wishing I had kept my mouth shut.

Jack pulls in a deep breath as if allowing that could destroy his whole world.

“It’s not that big a deal,” I quickly backtrack. “I was just?—”

“Fine,” Jack cuts me off with a huff. “Only simple touches. Nothing sexual.”

My heart bursts, and I fling my arms around his neck. “Thank you!” I kiss his face, peppering them all over his cheeks and lips. He smiles, then a deep chuckle quickly follows.

“I’ll talk to Bear about what’s allowed,” Jack says once I’ve calmed down.

“And Lucy,” I remind him with a big smile. “She’s in charge of making sure the rules are followed.”

“Not Lucy.” Jack shakes his head. “I need her back in the office. I’m going to assign someone else to keep you company.”

Disappointment grips me, followed by a shocking sadness. “I don’t want someone else,” I say, unable to hide the disappointment in my tone.

“You need someone who can protect you,” Jack’s voice shifts from light to much more serious. “A stronger beta. Someone with combat skills.”

“I want Lucy,” I say firmly, shocked at how defiant I sound.

“She’s not a good fit,” Jack says in his big, booming voice. “You made friends with her; you can make friends with the next beta.”

Anger swirls inside me at the thought of losing Lucy, and I drop my gaze. I don’t want Jack to see my hard expression as a challenge.

“Why are you acting this way?” Jack asks firmly. “She’s just a beta.”

I push away from the alpha, sitting next to him but unable to look him in the eye. “I don’t know.” I turn away from him.

Then Jack chuckles as if understanding something. “Do you have a crush on her?” He sits up, grabbing my chin and forcing me to look at him. “Do you have a thing for Lucy?”

I want to deny it, but I can’t. I keep thinking about her bright laugh and sweet demeanor, and those black stockings on her creamy thighs . “I like her.” I force myself to look him in the eyes. “I don’t want to do anything inappropriate,” I lie. “I’ve never met a girl like her before.” I pause, thinking about it. “Actually, I can’t really remember being around any woman other than my sister.”

Jack’s eyes sparkle as he scans my face. “I think you like her,” he says with a smile. “I didn’t think male omegas liked women.” He speaks like he’s talking to himself. “I thought your kind craved knots.”

“Actually,” I smooth my hand over the blanket beneath me, “I used to dream about mating a she-alpha.” I inhale deeply before admitting, “I really like girls.”

Jack’s eyes widen slightly as if shocked by that fact.

“I never thought I would want…” My gaze flickers to Jack’s massive cock. It’s starting to swell up again, growing thick and long. Just the sight of him has me tingling and slick gathering between my legs. “I never thought of men that way,” I mumble.

Jack leans down, forcing me to look into his eyes. “You can like both. I love women too,” he shares with me. “They have gorgeous tits and pretty pussies that taste like honey. Have you ever eaten pussy?”

I give him a pointed look, and Jack laughs.

“I guess that was a stupid question,” he says, gripping my cock. I gasp when his grip tightens, loving the way he touches me. “So, my sexy, handsome omega likes girls?” His eyes narrow at my mating bite, and heat grows in my belly. “Maybe I’ll have to let you keep your beta.”

Excitement grips me, and my heart soars. “Really?”

Jack growls deep in his chest, not answering me. Then he pushes out a sharp breath as if annoyed, but he’s not really upset. I can tell. “It’ll be a massive inconvenience.” He grabs my ankle and jerks, knocking me onto my back. “I expect you to make it up to me,” he purrs as he crawls over my body.

“Yes, alpha.” I laugh as he falls into me, kissing me deeply.