Chapter 46
“ I s that really how much we made? We could buy a second pack house.”
Callie beamed. “Yep. They went feral over you actually getting sent into labor on camera.”
“Holy shit.” I had waffled for a while on whether or not we would actually release the video I had made with Micah and Luke. Callie had never pressured me one way or the other, and the pack had varying opinions, but ultimately they left the decision to me. In the end, Callie and her pack had suggested a limited release where recipients could bid for the video and an accompanying scent-marked fabric swatch. I genuinely hadn’t expected anyone to be that interested, but it quickly became clear it was something the audience they had built was very into.
“The money can be pretty fabulous if you know how to market it to the right group.” Callie grinned and sipped her hot chocolate from the fancy cafe we’d met up at for some omega time. “It’ll be in your account as soon as it finishes processing. I just wanted to be able to tell you in person how well it did. If you want, we can open it up for general viewing in the paid tiers with no scent-marked accessories available. Or we can keep it as a limited edition.”
“How’s the money with a general release?” We didn’t need the money, but now that I saw the numbers…Being able to contribute financially to the household felt pretty fucking awesome after having to rely on my alphas. They were insistent about providing for me, but it was so nice to be able to do that in return now.
“About the same overall since the auctions are such a short span. General release should make about the same after six months or so.”
“I’d be cool with that. No one can tell that it’s me, and it’s kind of fun being sneaky like that.”
“I can get all the paperwork done up for you,” Callie promised, bouncing excitedly in her seat. “I’m really glad you had a fun time with it even though it was chaotic.”
“Definitely a memorable day.” I laughed and pulled her into a hug. “Would I be able to get some advice from you while I’m here?”
“Of course. What’s up?”
“Was your first heat after the twins weird?”
Callie shrugged, her dark eyes examining me. “Not more so than any other heat. Is there something specific you’re worried about?”
“Only everything. I’ve been taking a low-dose suppressant to delay it, but I’m supposed to go off them this coming weekend.”
“What’s on the list of everything, though? Is this a healing post-baby concern, a self-conscious thing, or something with your pack?”
“Mostly self-conscious. I always took suppressants before so that I could try to coordinate heats with Andrew visiting so I haven’t really had that many.”
“That’s totally fair. A first heat with your pack can be nerve-racking even if you’ve had a ton, but they adore you. All you have to do is let your body do what it does best. Omega instincts will kick in, and your alphas are going to lovingly rock your world.”
“I guess that’s fair. I want it to be a good experience for all of us.”
Her fingers curled into mine, giving my hand a comforting squeeze. “It’ll be much better than your nerves are telling you. Did you end up deciding on if you’re trying for the next baby in this heat or waiting?”
We’d been talking a lot about growing our family lately now that we’d found such a good rhythm taking care of Lucy, and so many of the relatives tripping over themselves to babysit. “We’re going to risk it, just let it happen when it happens.”
“Oh, I hope we get to be bump buddies again!” Callie was already pregnant with her next baby, though not very far along yet. “We’re going to have to have so many playdates.”
“Sign me up.” I beamed back at her.
“Who’s going to watch Lucy during the heat?”
“She’s going to have a sleepover with Micah’s parents. We let the grandmas duke it out over rock paper scissors.”
Callie laughed. “It’s so cute they’re all so excited to spend time with her.”
“I ended up being in a way luckier position than I ever thought I would be. The grandmas are so great and so supportive. I am a little jealous that Lucy has so many people eager to be part of her life because that’s not something I had growing up.”
“Me either,” said Callie. “I’m glad we could both do better for our kids. Now, what I would suggest is maybe go off your suppressants tonight, let your body start to adjust. You can have Grandma on standby and all of Lucy’s things packed and ready to go. Then you can let yourself slide into your heat instead of putting pressure on everything to activate as soon as you go off the suppressants.”
“That’s actually a good idea. I was already freaking out a tiny bit over the timeline. I always feel a little off when I’m on suppressants, so honestly I can’t get off them soon enough.”
“You’re going to have a fabulous time,” Callie promised, pulling me into another hug. “If you trigger early and Grandma’s busy, you give us a call. Lucy can hang with our girls until Grandma comes to get her.”
“You’re a lifesaver. I’m really glad we got to be friends.”
“Me too.” Callie took another long sip. “Any other hot goss?”
“Oh, Andrew got convicted. Life in prison.”
“Oh, shit. Really? What all did they get him on?”
“A good chunk of it is for vulnerable omega assault, but Micah and Charlotte were both caught in the crossfire too, and the hospital pressed charges for every nurse and security guard he nailed when he went down swinging. Plus, in their digging they uncovered a bunch of white collar crimes. The judge decided that since he was willing to attack a sleeping omega in the hospital, he was a danger to society and would be serving the sentences consecutively instead of concurrently.”
“Damn. I’m glad they threw the book at him,” said Callie. “You ever going to tell Lucy about him?”
“Eventually, when she’s older. Charlotte was granted her divorce finally. He’s been fighting it, but I guess the conviction broke him enough to let her go.”
“About fucking time.”
“I hope she finds a really nice pack when she’s ready.”
“A whole squadron of alphas to give her the love she deserves. I’ll cheers to that.” Callie clinked our glasses together.
We hung out for another hour, just relaxing as women and omegas instead of moms, trusting our packs to manage baby care without us.
I skipped my dose of suppressants at dinner and made sure everything Lucy could possibly need was ready to go at a moment’s notice. I let Mama Mary know the plan, gave her Callie’s information just in case, and got ready to watch a movie with my pack once Lucy was asleep for the evening. She was finally falling asleep without needing to be held and we were taking full advantage for some pack time.
But one thing I wanted to do one thing first. “Micah, can I borrow you for a minute?”
“You can borrow me for a lifetime.” He grinned and hopped out of his seat to follow me.
I drew him out into the backyard.
“What’re we doing out here?”
I slipped down to one knee and his eyes widened, before he dropped down too, collecting me into his arms before I even had a chance to speak. “I kept waiting for the perfect moment to ask you, and I know it’s kind of silly since we’ve already talked about bonding during this heat, but I would really love it if you were my fiancé and my bondmate.”
“Angel, I am more than ready to be your fiancé. I was planning to ask you myself when I was the only one left, but I tried to be patient and let you ask in your own time.”
“I’m sorry I made you wait.” I breathed in his crisp apple scent and offered him the final ring from the set.
“Don’t be. I’d wait forever for this moment. I love you and I want your ring on my finger as much as I want my mark on your skin.”
“Quit hugging me, then, so I can put it on you.” I giggled as he rotated me and sat down, settling me on his lap before offering his hand.
“I can do both at once.”
I slid the ring onto his finger, indulging in the sound of his purr. “I can’t wait for forever with you.”
“No time like the present to start. Why don’t we get you back inside so I can show off my new bling?”
“I could be persuaded.”
Micah shot to his feet, holding me bridal style while I laughed and clung to him. He carried me into the living room where the others were waiting. Micah’s grin was infectious. “Guess who finally joined the elite team.”
“Happy to have you aboard,” said Bryce with a smile.
I snuggled down between the two of them when Micah set me down.
“What are we watching?” I asked.
“Your debut.” Micah winked at me before hitting a button. He and Luke filled the screen.
Tension instantly permeated the air, my mouth going dry as I watched my alphas carefully strip me down on the big screen. I squirmed, squeezing my thighs together.
Micah’s warm breath ghosted over my ear and I couldn’t stop my moan when his lips slid over my throat. “I can’t wait to be able to bond you, angel.”
A shiver rolled through me when Bryce leaned in from my other side, his mouth taking the same exquisite journey as Micah’s. I closed my eyes, body already throbbing with desire, set off by my own sounds on the video as much as I was by my alphas’ touch.
I whined softly. Jesse slipped around the back of the couch and slid his hands down my body and back up, tracing my curves like he was committing them to memory. Warm palms glided up my legs, and I opened my eyes to Luke kneeling in front of me. My whine became a whole lot more insistent, breath turning into panting. Between the surround sound on the speakers and my alphas everywhere at once, I was done for.
Jesse tipped my head back, capturing my mouth while Luke tugged my panties down. My skin was awash with goosebumps, my pussy tingling as Micah pulled down the neckline of my dress and kissed his way over my shoulders, Bryce doing the same. His fingers walked a burning trail down my body to play with my clit. I bucked hard against his hand, desperate for more.
Luke shifted my hips, filling his hands with my ass cheeks, Micah lifting the hem of my dress, and Bryce using his fingers to spread me open. A bone-deep moan swept over me when Luke got his tongue on me. The air was saturated with citrus, apples, roasted chestnuts, cranberries and rum, all seamlessly blended with my own scent. I locked trembling fingers into Luke’s hair, struggling to catch my breath. Jesse allowed me sips of air between kisses I felt down to my toes.
Knowledge of the English language melted out my ears with every sweep of Luke’s tongue. An incoherent string of whimpers and groans fell from my lips.
“You are so fucking beautiful,” Micah whispered, his words echoing what came through the speakers as if he had timed it perfectly. His teeth grazed my earlobe, sending a cascade of sensation through me.
Luke was in no hurry; that much was obvious with how lazy his pace was.
“You’re being mean,” I whined.
“Who is, sweetness?” Jesse asked, nuzzling my cheek.
“Luke.” My pout lasted only a second before Jesse kissed it right off my lips.
“I’m trying to ease you in,” Luke defended.
“More,” I demanded.
“Are you going to bring out your claws, kitten?”
I dug my nails in and pushed him back to my pussy in answer, jolting when his teeth scraped over my clit. Micah scooped up one thigh to drape over his lap, Luke pressing the other further open so he could better devour me. His tongue thrusting deep only made me needier.
“ Please ,” I begged.
Heat pulsed at the base of my spine, spreading out into my limbs, flickers of light dancing at the edge of my vision. I didn’t even have to tell them what was happening. My scent detonated, syrupy sweetness crashing over us in a wave.
I slipped under the tsunami of desire and Luke stopped taking his time. In the space of seconds, his clothing was gone and his cock was driving into me. Each glorious thrust fed my omega instincts, turning my begging into a chant, beseeching my alphas to give me what I needed.
“I’ve got you, kitten.” Luke’s voice broke through the haze. “You just be a good girl and take everything I give you.”
I was held on all sides, surrounded, treasured, like omegas were meant to be. Eager fingers slipped beneath my dress. Micah focused on my clit while Luke fucked me toward a sweet oblivion. Jesse drank down every one of my panting breaths.
Pleasure seared through me.
Luke growled, shifting my hips and driving deeper.
“You sound so fucking good, angel.” Micah panted in my ear, his wicked fingers dragging me up the peak.
My pussy spasmed frantically around Luke. He buried himself to the hilt and jerked me closer, his teeth sinking into my skin just as his knot filled me to bursting. My scream echoed off the walls until my throat was raw, every nerve alight. I turned my head, teeth snapping and catching his wrist to complete the bond. Luke’s soul poured into me like a waterfall, bathing me in all of his affection and insecurity and love that glowed like stars in the night. I clung to him, my nails digging in for an anchor.
I only half registered being moved up to the nest. Soft fabrics and plush pillows pressed against me, Luke’s weight encompassing me. The nest swallowed us up.
Even with his knot and his bond, my body wouldn’t stay satisfied for long. I groped blindly for whoever was in reach, finding Bryce first.
“ More .” I wasn’t certain I could’ve sounded more pitiful if I had tried.
Luke rolled us over, exposing me to the air and the blisteringly hot gazes of my alphas surrounding me. “Do you want Bryce and me to share you?”
“Y-yes.”
“Have you fucked her ass before?” Micah asked Bryce.
“No. Not yet, anyway.”
Micah clapped a hand onto his shoulder. “No time like the present. Her heat is the perfect time to play.”
“I won’t hurt her?”
“You’d have to try pretty hard to hurt her during a heat, but I’ll supervise.”
“ Bryce , I need you.”
Cranberries and rum washed over me in a cloud.
“You heard her,” Micah said with a laugh.
Jesse distracted me with more of his delicious kisses while Micah gave Bryce a quick lesson. Luke ground our hips together, the pressure of his knot absolute perfection. I moaned long and low when Bryce finally began working himself into me, his fingers digging into my hips.
His answering moan was music to me.
Sandwiched between two of my alphas was exactly where I needed to be right now. It was still weird sometimes to be able to lie flat against them without a pregnant belly in the way, but I loved getting as much skin-to-skin as possible with my alphas.
Micah coached Bryce until he was comfortable. I’d have thrust back if I weren’t stuck on Luke’s knot. Patience was not one of my virtues during sex, and especially not during heats. Once Bryce was fully seated and I was anxiously awaiting my inevitable ruination at his hands, Micah claimed my mouth. Every little sound Bryce and Luke provoked in me melted onto Micah’s tongue and I drowned on his crisp apple scent.
Luke threaded his fingers through my hair, pulling me away from Jesse and Micah to press my cheek against his chest. I whined at the sudden confinement, but quickly realized the shift in angle had me shuddering head to toe with every plunge of Bryce into my body.
I pawed at Luke, making pitiful sounds as Bryce took his pleasure, giving me just as much in return.
“You’re taking him so well, kitten.”
I felt like a hot mess of desperation.
Luke kept me pinned by the back of my neck, locking his other arm over my back, and I squirmed, rocking my hips with what little range of motion I had, begging Bryce for more whenever I had the sense to do so. I stayed as still as I could, though I couldn’t stop my shudders.
Bryce’s warmth draped over me, pressing me even closer to Luke. Bryce growled against my skin. “Our omega. Keeping you forever.”
Forever sounded damn good to me.
I grasped for the last threads connecting me to reality as the two of them unraveled me. “More.”
“Greedy little omega.” Bryce chuckled in my ear, flexing his hips and making me groan. “Two cocks and a knot deep, and you still want more?”
“Knot,” I demanded.
“Can she take a knot back here?” Bryce asked.
“She can take anything you want to give her,” replied Micah.
My eyes rolled back as Bryce picked up his pace, driving into me until he hit his own peak. The sounds he forced out of me were barely coherent, and I lost it entirely when the pressure of the two knots sent me careening over the edge.
Heat and delirium blanketed me. No matter how hard I tried to hold on, the slope was too slippery.
All I knew was pleasure and safety. Their faces and voices faded in and out, but their warmth, their scents, and their touches all stayed present. I needed them and they were there. Even as time slipped past in quicksilver moments, I knew they were with me through all of it.
Everything warped like I was underwater, fighting toward the surface. Their hands reached down to me, pulling me up and up until I broke through just in time to be swept away by another surge of pleasure. My whole body clamped down to ride that wave.
When I opened my eyes, I had Bryce pressed along my back, his cock and knot buried deep, and Luke’s head was between my thighs.
“There she is.” Jesse stroked his knuckles along my cheek. “Finally got some clarity back in your eyes.”
“Only took twelve hours,” said Micah. “Not too shabby on our part.”
I groaned, too exhausted to even try sitting up.
Luke kissed his way from my pussy and all the way up to my mouth. “Hey there, bondmate.”
“Are you going to be a dork about this too?” I asked, nipping his bottom lip.
“Oh, absolutely. Completely insufferable at all times.”
I pulled him closer, sighing between him and Bryce. “Good.”
“Ready for something to eat and drink, sweetness?”
“Sure.” I glanced at Jesse through the tangle of limbs surrounding me. “Where’s Lucy?”
“My parents have her,” replied Micah. “I messaged Callie as soon as you went under. They picked up Lucy about twenty minutes after that, and kept her until Mom picked her up. Oh, we also got a basket of pastries from Mom, and Callie dropped off some chocolate for you from her personal stash.”
I perked up. “I could go for some chocolate and pastries.”
Bryce chuckled behind me. “ Really ? That doesn’t sound like you at all .”
I elbowed him lightly. “Shush.”
He squeezed me tighter and kissed my hair. “No.”
Since I couldn’t go anywhere, they brought the treats to the nest. Micah fed me bits of chocolate until Bryce’s knot went down, and then I got to indulge in a soak while I slurped back some fruit punch electrolytes and stuffed my face with cherry danishes.
I nudged Micah with my toes. “When are we bonding?”
“Whenever you want, angel.” Micah caught me by the ankles and pulled me through the water until I was on his lap.
I nuzzled his jaw with my cheek, scent marking him. “Is right now too soon?”
“Never too soon for me to make you mine.”
The heat was already creeping back in, and I wanted the chance to become his with as much clarity as I could get. “Take me to the nest.”
They dried me quickly and a moment later I was face-down in my mountain of pillows. Micah gripped my thighs, lifting them to an angle we hadn’t played with before so he could slot directly between them and bear the weight of my lower half.
I bit down on one of the pillows, helpless against the torrent of sensation Micah delivered. Every thrust struck the perfect spot inside me that made me see stars.
“Micah,” I panted. His name fell from my lips like a desperate prayer, and my alpha answered it with more speed and deeper strokes. Breathless and twitching, I couldn’t keep it together and spilled a rush of slick all over him, my body trapped in a cycle of pleasure that ricocheted endlessly.
I had ripped clean through the fabric cover on the pillow by the time Micah slammed home and let his knot go. He lay down over my back and sank his teeth into the curve of my throat, offering his forearm to me. I latched on with a vengeance, still unable to catch my breath. I whimpered as the bright sweetness that was Micah filled up my chest and braided itself into my soul, secured just as tightly as the rest of my pack.
Micah rolled us both over, curling up to keep me secure against him. “That’s a lot of love you’ve got in you, angel.”
“Don’t think it’s possible for me to feel anything else right now,” I murmured.
“I love you so fucking much.”
I sighed, stepped in bliss. “I love you, too.”
They lost me to another spike, and I happily slipped under, knowing they would take me to the other side of it safely.
The next time I woke, everyone was asleep. I pawed at Jesse, the burn of the heat not quite giving away just yet.
“Jesse,” I whimpered.
“I’m right here, sweetness.”
“Be right here .” I pulled him over and spread my thighs for him. He slid in like he belonged there and set an easy rhythm for us.
“How are you feeling?”
“Better if you give me your knot.”
Bryce snorted next to us, rolling over to smooth my hair with an amused smile. “Someone’s insatiable.”
“Are you complaining about that?” Luke’s head popped up on the other side of Bryce.
“Never. It’s cute.”
Jesse stopped me from responding with a distracting flex of his hips. I filled my hands with the generous globes of his ass, digging my nails in for encouragement.
“Harder.”
His next thrust knocked me breathless and Micah slipped his fingers between us to tease my clit. Every word I tried to form broke off in a gasp or moan. I closed my eyes to soak in their touches, letting the last dregs of the heat carry me to a fever pitch.
“Je-sse. F-fuck.” I shuddered and let the pleasure sweep me away. My alpha kept his steady pace. The cadence broke me apart bit by bit and I shattered completely when Jesse knotted me.
When I resurfaced I felt like I’d been run over by a truck in the best way possible. My body ached deliciously, a reminder of everything my pack had done to me.
I stretched luxuriously, arms overhead and toes pointed amid the tangle of limbs. Trapped between Luke and Micah, with Bryce and Jesse’s hands resting on my skin, I was filled with peace.
Micah woke first and kissed me softly. “Is our good girl finally satisfied?”
“Mhmm. In every way possible.”