16. Apollo
The three of us took turns holding Bea until she settled. Though, not one of us truly rested.
With everything that her ex had done and his sudden appearance, we were all on edge and wondering if he would strike in the middle of the night. She was ours to protect now and we had to figure out a way to keep her and Phoenix safe.
Corvin emerged from Bea's room and Ezra headed in so she wouldn't be alone. There was no jealousy or rivalry in our movements. We were here for our mate and her safety was all that mattered right now.
"How's she doing?" I asked, holding a mug of coffee out for him.
"She dozed on and off but she insists she wants to try and function today," he grumbled before taking a sip.
"There are cameras at the shop and we need to get some here. Plus, an alarm system," I said.
"I agree. That's a great idea," he said, perking up now that he had a purpose.
"Well, I already have a few picked out but I wanted to get your input on them before I clicked purchase," I said as I held out my phone to show him.
"Just get whatever you think is best, I'm sure it will be perfect," he tried to reassure me as he yawned. The fact he was handing over the reins meant he was beyond exhausted.
"Take a nap. I’ve got this. I'll tell Ezra to wake you when he comes out," I offered.
"Nah, we have to get this place secure and check out the shop as well. I want to get new locks for the entire place, too," he said with another yawn.
"Coffee IV kind of day, huh?" I teased and that got a little smile from him.
"It is that kind of day," he agreed, upending his mug and draining it before heading for the coffee maker to refill it.
"Here's to that," I said and raised my cup, doing the same. It wasn’t hitting yet and I desperately needed it to.
"Can I get one of those?" Bea asked as she stumbled out, her dark hair wild around her pretty face.
"Of course," I said, making her one before offering her the warm mug.
She gave me a sweet smile and accepted it, gulping it down like we had. Her scent was charred today. I hated that. She should be relaxing with us, enjoying a simple morning.
We were so happy yesterday. The game was fun and the mood was light, she was finally letting us in.
All for him to show his fucking face.
Bea raised her cup to her lips before realizing it was empty. "Maybe we should make another pot of coffee?"
"On it, Goddess," I answered and headed to the little machine. We were going to have to purchase a bigger one for the four of us. There was no way that we'd survive too long on this little pot.
"What do you want to do today?" Ezra asked as Corvin sipped the hot brew.
"Shopping? If you three are moving in, there are things we need to buy,” she said, before eyeing the small coffee maker. “Starting with a new coffee pot."
"Perfect. We want to get some cameras and a security system installed here. Do you have the landlords’ number? I want to chat with them about changing locks and installing security," Corvin asked.
"Sure, I have it here somewhere," she assured him, moving over to a stack of papers tucked away in the corner.
After shuffling them around a bit she held up a sticky-note in triumph. "Here it is."
Bea waved it and Corvin snatched it but also pulled her close. Love looked good on the captain and I had to snap a picture to prove that he wasn't such a hard ass all the time.
"Delete that," he growled, never taking his eyes off Bea.
"And sent," I smirked as Bea's phone buzzed. "If you threaten me, I will post it on the socials, too."
"Don't taunt him," Bea smiled, until she opened her phone and groaned. "Please don't post it. Look at my hair."
"I think you look hot," Ezra told her as he cozied up behind her, placing a soft kiss on the back of her neck.
"Well, I can't go out like this. I need to shower and tame the beast," she said as she gestured to her wild locks.
"Need company?" I teased as she wiggled out of the others’ grips.
I expected her to turn me down, but instead, she drained her mug and gave me a grin. “Sure, I could use a little extra love this morning.”
“Oh, I can give you that,” I promised as I led her back the way we came. The others could figure out grabbing things from the house, I wasn’t turning down this moment with my girl.
I was grateful that Dani and her pack kept Phoenix last night, giving us this moment to collect ourselves. It gave us a chance to not only be there to support Bea after that scare, but to be able to prove that we could keep her safe like she deserved.
I still hated that our perfect family night was ruined by that crazy man. Now that we knew he was around, I had a feeling we’d have a hard time putting any distance between ourselves and our omega.
Bea’s teeth sank into her bottom lip as she turned to face me. The vulnerability in her eyes made my chest ache and I couldn’t help stepping forward, brushing the hair back from her face, and tucking a stray strand behind her ear.
“We’ve got you, omega. I promise.” Her eyes fluttered closed and she nodded.
“I’m slowly learning to accept that, it just may take me a little time. You guys being there last night meant so much to me and it’s making this a whole lot easier.”
“We will always be there,” I vowed.
Her eyes locked onto mine, burning with heat and desperation. “Then show me,” she begged. “I need to erase the memories.”
Leaning forward, I pressed my lips against hers. She was so sweet and pliant, melting into my kiss. She no longer smelled charred. Now her scent was rich and sweet, the caramel and toasted almonds a perfect blend.
She whimpered as I deepened the kiss, the sound so fucking sexy that my cock ached to be inside of her. This woman was everything I ever wanted, and that unexpected heat wasn’t enough.
I broke the kiss long enough to turn on the water, letting the steam fill the room. With the door closed and humidity rising, our scents were even stronger. My own mocha and coconut blending with her caramel and toasted almonds. It was divine.
She locked her eyes on mine before pulling the oversized T-shirt over her head, leaving her standing there in only her underwear.
My breath caught, eyes roaming slowly over every inch of bronze skin she exposed. My omega was truly a goddess, perfect and curvy, every inch of her delicious.
Her lips curled into a teasing smile as she hooked her fingers into the hem of her underwear, pulling them down slowly before kicking them aside.
A single breath passed before I dropped to my knees before her. My omega shivered as she watched me lift one of her legs over my shoulder, hooking it there and putting that sweet pussy right in front of my face.
“Apollo,” she started to protest, losing her confidence. “you don’t have to…”
“Do you truly want me to stop?” I asked, voice deep as I lost myself in her scent.
She was worrying that sweet lip between her teeth again, eyes vulnerable as she shook her head.
“No, but I know it’s not everyone’s favorite.”
“If I didn’t want to, I wouldn’t have offered. But I can’t imagine a more perfect scent or taste, my Goddess. I want to drown in this pussy, make you shatter for me,” I promised.
She finally let out a breath and I watched as the conflict melted away.
Only then did I dive forward, my tongue teasing through her slick.
The sweet caramel burst across my tongue, encouraging me to take more.
I gave my sweet omega everything she could handle, following her cues and the way she could tighten her grip in my hair to get her close to the edge.
I meant what I said. This was right where I wanted to be, drowning on her slick as my tongue teased through her needy pussy.
I wanted to discover every single thing that turned her on and made her melt. If I had my way, we’d spend the rest of our lives making her wet for us and watching her fall apart for us over and over again.
I’d never felt the way that I do about her for anyone else. She was my muse, my goddess, my reason for breathing. It may seem crazy, but this life right here with her, Phoenix, and our baby, was everything that I needed.
Her grip tightened as she rocked her hips forward, seeking more. I followed her lead, adding more pressure, sucking hard on her clit until she was falling apart for me, her sweet essence filling my mouth.
She pulled her legs away when it became too sensitive, her eyes perfectly dazed.
“Come now, Goddess. Let’s shower now,” I urged.
She narrowed her eyes as I stood and tried to lead her into the warm water.
“This is about you and making you feel better,” I tried, not wanting to overwhelm her.
Of course, my fiery omega was having none of that.
“If you want me to feel better, then I suggest you fuck me, Apollo. Now,” she growled.
How could I argue with that?
“Get in the shower, then turn around for me, omega. Brace your hands on the wall and spread those sweet thighs.”
She swallowed hard, but I could see the heat burning in those pretty, brown eyes of hers.
She did as I told her, getting into position and then widening her legs so that I could see the slick dripping down her legs.
That glorious ass was on full display for me.
I bit down on my lip, taking in the view that fate had created just for me.
“Please,” she begged, glancing back at me. But I was already moving, stepping into the shower and letting it wash over my body. I stroked my wet cock twice, trying to calm myself. I was already aching for this omega, desperate to bury myself deep in that sweet pussy.
I teased the head of my cock through her pussy, watching as she shuddered, before pushing inside in one long stroke. Her body was hot and tight around me, her scent swelling in the air. I nearly came right then and there.
I groaned, my head resting against her back as I pulled back before sliding in again, the movement slow, but firm, giving her body a chance to adjust.
I was no alpha, but I wasn’t going to risk hurting my omega.
Even as I picked up the pace a little, I kept my movements the same slow and steady strokes that had her body quivering around me, her whimpers falling from those plump lips.
I took my time loving my omega. She deserved to be cherished.
“You feel so good, my Goddess,” I praised, placing a gentle kiss on the back of her neck. “I don’t know how I lived my life without you.”
Her answering whimper felt heavier this time. It wasn’t just about sex anymore, it was about showing her that when we said we would step up, that we would. Nothing could change that, and there were no strings attached. No limitations.
She spent so long recovering from her ex. He was the first man that should have shown her what it meant to be cared for and he failed. She didn’t have a chance to experience this, and I wanted our pack to show her what being our omega meant.
Every quick fuck, every sweet moment of worshipping her, every heat, we’d prove that we had her in every capacity.
That she could trust us.
Bea didn’t complain at my thrusts and caressing hands, and I never picked up the pace. This was sensual and sweet, exactly what she needed.
“Bite me, Apollo. Remind me that he has no place here,” she pleaded. “I need my mates to mark me.”
“Are you sure?” I asked, my movements halting until she protested, rocking her hips to beg me to move again.
“More than anything. I need your bond, Apollo. I want to feel you in here,” she said, tapping her chest. Her eyes were wide and open, promising me this is exactly what she wanted. “I’ve wanted this for a while. It just never felt like the time. I don’t want to wait for another heat.”
Her fingers dug into me, reminding me to keep moving. We were both so close, bodies trembling and holding each other close. I slid my fingers toward her pussy, teasing over her clit until she was ready. I needed her to enjoy this, to remember it.
If she needed my mark to settle her, then I’d give it to her. It might not be an alpha’s, but it meant just as much to me.
She breathed out my name as her body clenched around me. I couldn’t resist if I wanted to. I willingly gave into her demand, following her into oblivion as I came harder than I ever had before, teeth clamping down on her collarbone, marking her there.
I felt her presence fill me, just strong enough to steal my breath. She whimpered and I soothed my tongue over the ridges I’d left, my hips continuing to fuck her as she clenched around me.
The moment I pulled away, she struck, grabbing my wrist and biting right over my scent gland. A constant reminder that she had claimed me. Wanted me.
And I was hers. Forever.
We stayed there in that moment until the water started to cool slightly. I readjusted the water before pulling out gently. As the water warmed, I lathered up her loofah, washing her body gently. I took my time to show her that intimacy took many forms.
That this was part of the package.
At the end of the day, we just wanted to take care of her and I think it was finally starting to sink in that we weren’t simply going to disappear.
This was pack, and nothing would change that.
Not even her past.