Chapter 38

*****Axel’s POV*****

“He will be great for Lily won’t he? Nolan will make her comfortable here won’t he? This place is a lot to digest at first! I don’t think I’m fully with it all yet either but Nolan will help explain it all to her like you did with me won’t he Axel?” I ask the hundredth question, following a chuckling Axel into his office as I continue to swoon over their love match.

I was slightly jealous that he had swept Lily away so quickly since I hadn’t seen her in what felt like a lifetime! But I guess that’s probably why Nolan freaked out last night - it sort of made sense now. He has probably been itching to meet her properly since last night if she is his mate!

I felt sort of bad for Lily though since she literally just got here and I’ve shipped her off with a random guy - well I guess he isn’t totally random and he certainly isn’t an old creep so I’m sure she will thank me later right?!

We used to always talk about the boys back at our old school but none of them ever gave us any sort of attention or even looked at us for that matter. The popular girls made it a point to pick on us and to embarrass us on a daily basis and sometimes the boys would even join in - I guess we were just easy targets since there was easily fifteen of them in the one friendship circle.

I mean, they are nothing compared to these men now though so I can only laugh at the memory! If I ever had to go back to that world I don’t think I could cope anymore! This place was like a slice of heaven.

Just wait until Belle hears about this though! Her brother and Lily being mates! I’ll have to meet up with her later to fill her in.

“Nolan is her mate and therefore he will do anything for her. You don’t need to worry doll. He will help her settle in here so stop worrying.” Axel explains, going to sit on the large corner sofas in the office as I follow his lead.

“Yeah you’re right…” I trail off as a silence engulfs us both.

“I feel like I haven’t seen you for a while!” I laugh slightly next, as he just stares back at me curiously with a hint of amusement in his eyes.

“Miss me?” He asks smugly, as I roll my eyes playfully at him.

He seriously was such a softy around me!

I wait a moment, fidgeting again with the ring on my hand, wondering what was truly going on since he had stated a few times now that we had to talk about something.

“I didn’t expect for so much to happen after the ceremony… Some things got a bit wild so I’m sorry.” He concludes, clearing his throat awkwardly.

“Oh please don’t apologise I had a great time regardless of the downfalls! I’m alive aren’t I? Also I’ve been through a lot worse I guess… don’t worry about me. I mean it’s a lot to process but I’m just happy now that I found Lily and I’m happy that I’m here regardless of how random and confusing it’s been - I weirdly like it!” I try to explain, feeling incredibly comfortable in this man’s presence.

“That’s the mate bond talking.” He states with a laugh, causing my eyebrows to furrow slightly.

“What do you mean?” I instinctively question, wanting to know more.

“Well the reason it feels so right to be here and to be around me is due to our mate bond. The more you are around me the easier things feel. The mate bond puts all of your fears and anxieties at ease whenever we are together - it has the same effect on me.” He explains, shifting slightly as he stretches his back to become more comfortable.

“But on that note Dani, we need to talk about our mate bond.” He throws in, staring at me now for my response as my face remains stoic.

“What do you mean exactly? I don’t understand.” I ask softly, watching as he shifts closer to me in order to take my small hand in his large one.

“I need to mark you… today.” He states matter-of-factly as I struggle to contain the gasp that leaves my lips.

“Y-You do? Today?” I stutter, looking anywhere in the room but at him.

I don’t fully understand how that works yet… but it didn’t sound pleasant.

“Dani I have to leave in two days to start my pack inspections and I can’t leave you unmated. My wolf won’t allow it and neither will I. I’m surprised I’ve waited this long to do it.” He squeezes my hand to reassure me as he searches for a response with his eyes.

“B-But… what do I do?” I panic slightly, battling to keep my composure.

“Ok… don’t panic doll… I would never hurt or upset you… but the first step of the process is the bite mark to your neck which sounds scarier than it is believe me.” Axel informs me, leaning forward slightly which causes my cheeks to heat up.

“After that, your body and mind will long to be as close to me as possible - begging for me to complete the mating process. I will warn you now though doll, I won’t be able to hold myself back after I mark your neck…” He clears his throat again, clearly feeling anxious about how I will handle this news.

“So you mean…” I trail off, knowing fine well what he was implying.

“We will need to have sex.” He states upfront, causing my jaw to drop.

I mean I knew that’s what he meant, but saying it aloud made it a whole lot more legit.

“Dani listen… I won’t ever leave you nor will I hurt you for as long as I live! I need you to trust me and all I ask is for your permission with taking this next step together. I need to know that you’re fully mine before I leave!” His face remains hard but his eyes search mine in longing.

His eyes practically beg me silently as I stare into them… and before I could think any further about the matter-

“I give you my permission.” I say, surprising myself with the statement as I watch a toothy grin appear on his face.

God he was gorgeous…

“Do you trust me?” He questions softly, as I nod instantly - my mouth beginning to dry up from nerves as he moves closer again.

“Good.” He mutters, before his head slowly dips into my neck.

I feel the gentle press of his kiss under my ear as I release a small breath. This was seriously happening…

His mouth begins to go to work, leaving open mouth kisses down my neck causing me to close my eyes in content. Why did this feel so damn right! I was morphing into a new girl here - a girl that I actually liked.

A girl who laughed. A girl with confidence. A girl who wanted to live life to the fullest and it was all thanks to this handsome devil currently sucking on my neck!

His mouth travels lower again before his strong hands pull me closer to him - causing a slight moan to escape my lips which shocks me. I couldn’t believe I was experiencing this with this man! Nobody back home would even spare me a glance yet here I was so comfortable with him.

I tilt my head back, allowing him more access as another moan escapes - his grip tightening again but not in a painful way.

The next thing he does, causing my eyes to snap open in shock followed by a rush of pain travelling through my body, was to sink his sharp teeth into my flesh.

I gasp in shock, unable to speak or pull back from the pain as he holds me in place.

A few short seconds pass, before my body heats up again - a new wave of pleasure running to my core as he instinctively pulls me to straddle him on the sofa - finally extracting his teeth from my neck and pulling my mouth to his for a kiss as I moan again.

My head was spinning as I felt truly lost in the moment.

Everything that was happening in my life felt right. I never want him to leave me. He was my true saviour.

“Dani I don’t think I can hold myself back for much longer!” Axel growls out as he pulls back briefly, trying to catch his own breath as I place my hands on both sides of his face.

The next statement shocked us both again when I encouragingly said -

“Don’t hold back…” That was all he needed to hear before he lifted me from the sofa and carried me off to our bedroom.

Carrying me into an experience that I won’t ever forget…