Chapter 1 #3
“Is kissing considered a punishment?” I blurted out, “If not I would like to establish it as one.” Honestly, the word ‘punishment’ used to scare me and I am positive in a different situation it would… but this? No this didn’t scare me.
Sai’s burning eyes darkened as Atlas chuckled, “Angel, the point of punishments, is for you not to enjoy them.”
“Oh,” I nibbled my lips, “well, I don’t. I totally do not enjoy kissing. I hate it.”
Atlas gripped my jaw and dipped his lips down to mine in a searing surprise kiss.
I didn’t have a chance to even try to control my reaction, so of course, I moaned softly against his lips, gripping his massive shoulders and leaning into him.
I shivered at his slow, devouring pace as my pulse picked up and my nipples tightened under my robe, almost painfully.
When he pulled away, his eyes were sparkling with amusement and his chest was rumbling as if his dragon was right there. Right at the surface.
“Oh yeah,” Atlas nodded, “totally did not enjoy that.”
“I didn’t!” I demanded and looked at Sai, “I should really try kissing Sai though, just to make sure. I wouldn’t want to be inaccurate about our findings.”
Sai groaned and shook his head looking in pain.
I was finding that what I said affected these men a lot.
I didn’t always understand why but I could see it, this time I knew why Sai was groaning.
He wanted to kiss me and I totally wanted to kiss him—again.
I had been worried originally that these men would find it odd that I hadn’t even had my first kiss… but they didn’t at all.
“Maya, kitten…I can’t kiss you or I won’t be leaving for work and you sure as hell won’t make it out of the house.”
Unintentionally my bottom lip went out slightly in a pout, feeling a bit put out that I wouldn’t be able to feel his lips on mine.
Sai’s eyes went wide in a slight panic as he tugged me towards him, Atlas shaking his head and chuckling, moved to the side. Sai’s fingers ran over my bottom lip as he spoke, “Don’t make that face, please.” He looked nearly panicked.
“What face?” I asked softly, keeping my eyes on him despite Atlas now shaking with laughter.
“Like I’ve kicked a puppy or something.” He grasped me tighter.
“Oh, a puppy!” I grinned, “That’s a thought right there. Although, I really think I may be more of a cat person. I want something to snuggle up with.”
I thought I heard Atlas mumble out a 'that’s my job.'
“You really want a kiss?” Sai asked, his eyes filling with burning heat.
I smiled because he was totally the one who wanted a kiss now. “I don’t know,” I pursed my lips, feeling a bit hyper being the center of their very close attention, “you didn’t seem to want to kiss me before, I don’t want to force you…”
My lips were sealed shut as my teasing was cut off.
Sai’s hot mouth invaded my own as my head tilted back.
His kiss was so different from Atlas’s but both were becoming familiar.
The warmth at the center of my chest lit up and I found myself running my hands through his hair, loosening it from how it was pulled back.
I could feel the desire from both of them, almost palpable in the air.
I wasn’t as connected to them as I was to Marco and Henry. I had a mating bond with them apparently, as they had claimed me and I claimed them. The connection with the others was still immensely strong.
Atlas cursed as Sai’s rough warm hand ran up my leg to rest at my bare hip.
I was completely naked underneath my robe, something that made this even more dangerous.
My pulse was out of control and I found myself deepening the kiss as his chest rumbled underneath my hands.
I could feel his dragon’s magic wrapping around me tightly.
Then Sai was jerked back from me.
My eyes were wide as a small needy sound broke through my throat, but it was overshadowed by the growl from Sai’s throat. His jaw was clenched as he stared at Marco, who pointed towards the other room.
I didn’t really understand what was going on but for a minute, I thought Sai was going to get pissed then Marco let out a threatening sound that made my skin prickle. With an eye roll, he squeezed my leg and stalked away, leaving me frowning.
Atlas, for the record, seemed to find all of this amusing, as he played with my hand that was on the counter.
“I was enjoying kissing him.” I mumbled with a scowl as Atlas barked out a laugh, shaking his head.
Marco looked at me, his mint eyes darkening as he stepped into my space and dipped his head down.
My hand, the one not being played with, slipped onto his chest as his dragon let out a dangerous rumble.
I don’t think his dragon liked me disagreeing with him…
oh well. It was true, on most things I referred to Marco or the others for advice, but on this?
On wanting to kiss my mate? That was all my choice.
I inhaled as Marco’s hand tilted my jaw, his lips ran over my neck before he nicked his mating mark.
A soft whimper came from my throat as my head spun.
Marco smiled against my neck as he pulled back looking amused and smug.
I let out my own little growl as his hands tightened on my waist before he kissed my nose, making me soften a bit.
“If we don’t stop, none of us will be leaving the house, baby.” He mumbled as Atlas hummed in agreement.
I wanted to look at him but Marco, I had a feeling, wouldn’t like it if I turned my head.
I wasn’t sure how I knew stuff like that but a lot of it seemed somewhat instinctual.
He seemed a bit on edge and I wondered what would happen if I pushed his buttons just a bit.
I feel like it could be a really good result.
“What would we be doing instead?” I asked curiously.
Marco mumbled something I couldn’t hear and seared his lips to mine before walking out of the kitchen, leaving me confused.
Atlas stood to full height, stretching his massive arms above his head as he sent me a sexy smile. He circled his arms under my butt and lifted me. I wrapped my arms around his neck, resting my head against his.
I found Marco was already out by the car and Sai attempted to kiss me again before Henry ushered him out, eyes narrowed on Sai’s glowering face.
Henry leaned against the door in all his shirtless glory. A lazy smirk on his face made him look all that much sexier.
Atlas set me down despite my small frustrated protest. Why did they have to leave? Heck, why couldn’t we all stay home together? Sounded far more interesting than school. With a chuckle, he swatted my butt playfully.
I looked up the stairs to see my wolf come down. Croy looked freshly showered and so unfairly handsome this morning.
“Croy!” I chimed, he looked up from his phone and happiness filled his bright green eyes. The phone forgotten in his pocket now, he flashed me a charming smile and drew me into his arms.
“Sugar.” He drew out in his southern accent, making me smile. As his golden, muscular arms tightened around me, I couldn’t help but notice how his forearms were a stark contrast against the rolled sleeves of his white shirt.
My fingers traced the ridges of his muscles, body twisting, to the flashy gold watch on his wrist. Honestly, I had an issue with noticing sparkly pretty things.
Croy was very noticeable and you would never guess from his youthful energy that he was a few hundred years old.
I could feel his wolf pacing between us as I ran a hand through his honey blonde hair that was messy enough that it made the dressed-up man look somewhat relaxed.
“Are you excited to be doing something new today?” I asked curiously because I knew he had lived in Los Angeles for a very long time before he decided to follow me back here.
I had felt a bit bad at first, but he had told me that it had simply been a convenient place for his business ventures although somewhat lonely.
Plus, once he had found me, he said it was no longer an option.
“I’m excited we will only be miles apart today, but would much rather spend all day together.”
“We could skip out on school and your meeting?” I offered as his smile grew. I really did not want to go to school today. Wasn’t sure what Croy had in mind, but it would no doubt be far better than what I would do in school.
“I love that idea. What would we do instead…”
“No.” Henry cut him off, “If anyone makes one more sexual innuendo before I’ve had coffee, I won’t be able to handle it.”
“Aww, sugar, I’m sorry, I put Henry in a bad mood.” Croy offered me a smile while rubbing his nose against mine before leaving through the door.
Atlas followed with a wink and hip squeeze, my eyes dipping to both of their butts. What? They had nice butts. I didn’t know if that was a thing, but in dress pants, they looked fantastic.
Henry and I watched them drive away before I ventured a glance at Henry.
“Maya,” Henry stepped towards me, “are you planning on torturing everyone all day?”
“I’m not torturing anyone!” I exclaimed, “Everyone keeps getting worked up and I’m not sure why.” It’s because they liked me. I knew because I got that way as well sometimes.
Speaking of, I could feel my pulse race as I stepped back towards the stairs. A flighty feeling in my chest. Excitement urged me.
His eyes darkened on my movement and I smiled at his tracking like action. He was the predator and I was the prey. It was only occasionally that I felt it, usually with Henry. His dragon just had a very predatorial energy.
“You are.” He determined, looking over me head to toe before adding, “I’m about two seconds from ripping that robe off of you.”
“Well,” I walked backwards up the stairs as he followed, looking sort of dangerous to be honest, “I do need to change for the day…”
I let out a laugh as I sprint to my bedroom door, slipping in and locking it right as Henry pulled at the knob. I let out another laugh but my amusement was short-lived.