Well, That’s Unexpected

DOMINIC

^ONE MONTH LATER^

Ava’s been acting distant since our argument. I understand she’s not doing it intentionally, she’s just trying to take her new role as queen seriously.

Meanwhile, I’m stuck dealing with the daily disputes among the coven members.

Abel has started to come around again, although he’s still bitter about me being with Ava. He never misses a chance to remind me of this when we’re alone.

I never imagined things would turn out this way. I found my mate, a stunning wolf, and my second-in-command is infatuated with her. The high-ranking women are rejecting her.

But Ava doesn’t let that bother her anymore—she’s shown that she can kill without hesitation.

Ava spends most of her time assisting the coven with training, interrogating prisoners, or looking after the vampire babies. She’s really devoted to them.

I wish she would conceive so we could have our own hybrid baby. She’d make an incredible mother and guardian.

We’ve informed almost everyone about our union, except her family. She’s worried they’ll attack once they find out she’s a hybrid. They want her back, despite their hatred for her, but that’s not what scares her.

She’s afraid they’ll attack the coven or hurt me.

I’ve been in my office all day with Abel, trying to figure out how to handle the men watching our border. Suddenly, Ava walks in, sits on my lap, and kisses me. Her boldness surprises me.

Abel is clearly annoyed—he clenches his pencil so tightly it breaks. Ava turns to look at Abel and sighs.

“What brings you here, sweetheart?” I ask her, confused.

She never visits my office. We usually meet late in the evening when she eats and goes to bed. Except when she comes to let me feed on her. I don’t touch anyone else, just her.

Abel watches Ava and leans back in his chair, lifting his shirt to reveal his muscles. I roll my eyes internally—like that would make her sleep with him.

“I have some news,” Ava announces, sounding excited. “Remember we discussed expanding our territory to the west? Into the Sun Crest Coven’s land?”

Abel and I both nod.

“I met with their leader earlier today. I apologize for not informing you guys. They’ve agreed to give us 40 percent of their land and access to all their territory if we assist the king’s son.

“He’s been having trouble with the coven not accepting him since he returned from training last month.”

She grins, pleased with her accomplishment. “He wants to know if we’d sign a treaty naming you as the backup king and me as queen in case the coven rejects him once he takes over.

“He also wants my help in finding a way for their women to have children. They haven’t had any babies in over three years.”

Her voice is filled with pride, and rightly so. I’m incredibly proud of her.

“Did you bring the treaty?” I ask. “Abel and I need to review it to ensure they didn’t sneak anything in.” I kiss her cheek and she giggles, pulling some documents from her bag.

She hands them to Abel, then turns back to me, resting her forehead against mine. I rub her back while my other hand slides up her thigh, brushing the hem of her dress.

She smirks at me, aware of my intentions, and parts her legs slightly, revealing her underwear. Abel is engrossed in the documents and doesn’t notice.

Ava kisses me as I trace my finger over her through her underwear. She tries her best not to moan or react, so as not to alert Abel.

“You like that, sweetheart,” I communicate through our mind-link.

“Yes. It feels amazing,” she responds. “Take me to our room, please. I want you.”

I rub her underwear harder, letting the fabric slip into her folds and touch her sensitive spot. I smirk. “No. I don’t want you to do anything for me right now. I just want to please you. I want to watch you climax without making a sound.”

She pulls back and pouts, making me laugh.

Abel catches sight of her growing frustration and rolls his eyes, returning to his work.

She folds her arms in defiance, but I can’t help but chuckle. “I think it’s a brilliant plan, sweetheart.” I reach out, grabbing her behind and pulling her back towards me.

Abel, trying to block us out, slips on his headphones and continues to read. I plant a soft kiss on Ava and pull her forehead to mine.

One hand remains on her behind, while the other ventures back to her center. Her underwear is dampening. I meet her gaze and she returns it, her eyes pleading, silently begging me to take her.

I’m certain Abel can smell her arousal now. He must be trying his best to ignore it. Ava glances at him and catches him stealing a look at her. I wouldn’t have noticed if she hadn’t.

He inhales sharply. “Couldn’t you guys find somewhere else?” he grumbles, preparing to leave the room.

Unable to form words, Ava rises, adjusts her dress, and approaches him. I recline, watching her shaky steps.

She leans into his face, as she always does when he tries to interrupt us, but this time she does something different. She brushes her lips against his neck before licking his jawline.

I should be angry, but I’m not. She knows exactly what she’s doing and she’s doing it well.

I lean back in my chair, observing her as she teases him. Her hands explore his chest and she lets him remove her panties. They fall to the floor, and she pushes him onto my couch before turning to look at me, her eyes ablaze with desire.

Then it hits me. She wants both of us. Normally, I would object to sharing her, but for some reason, the thought of both of us taking her doesn’t upset me.

I can’t tell if it’s her obvious longing for me or her desire to be taken by both of us that does it, but I find myself joining them on the couch.

Ava settles on my lap, kissing me passionately as she allows Abel to pull down her dress and suck on her hardened nipple. Without breaking our kiss, she lets out a moan as I slowly push a finger inside her, teasing her.

Abel rises and locks the office door to prevent any unexpected visitors. Most people would despise a queen who would allow two men to pleasure her at once.

But I can’t deny her. She’s desperate for release because I’ve been teasing her, and I suppose she planned on teasing Abel as usual, but this time she didn’t stop.

She breaks our kiss and bends down, unzipping my pants, and begins to pleasure me. She takes Abel in her hand and strokes him as we both moan at her touch.

As if on the same wavelength, Abel lifts her up and places her on the couch, allowing him to pleasure her as she continues to pleasure me, moaning and gagging in delight.

I start to move in and out of her mouth, and her eyes glaze over—she’s on the brink of climax.

Abel stops, allowing me to move more forcefully into her mouth as I reach my peak, then flips her onto her back. As I enter her, Abel positions himself at her mouth.

I move slowly, causing her to release Abel and beg, “Please, baby, I need more. Take me, Dom.” Her voice is still pleading as Abel repositions himself in her mouth, his hand holding her head as he takes her.

I start to move faster into Ava, hearing her muffled moans, her center tightening quickly around me. Seeing she’s about to climax, Abel and I both increase our pace, Abel being careful not to hurt her.

She grips Abel’s thigh as her center clenches around me, and I hear Abel moan, reaching his climax in her mouth as I follow suit, releasing myself into her.

Knowing she’s not finished, I flip her onto my lap. She giggles and squeals, bouncing energetically on me as she kisses Abel. I guess he was already spent after the first round.

She pulls me against her and rocks her hips, grinding herself against me, taking all of me inside her. A loud moan escapes her lips as I kiss her mark.

Abel redresses, and Ava, disappointed that he didn’t last longer, takes me more forcefully. Not slowing down, she takes my finger into her mouth, sucking and biting as her wilder side emerges.

I start to moan loudly, and Abel just watches as the girl he couldn’t satisfy takes me with abandon.

Ava sucks on my finger, causing my desire to only intensify. I bite her lip, causing her to yelp, and feast on her mouth.

Her teeth graze my tongue, drawing blood that she tastes. Our shared moans are muffled by the press of our lips, her body grinding against mine, pulling me deeper as I stimulate her, causing her to climax all over me.

Her arousal coats me, and I grip her firmly, laying her on her back. I position her at the edge of the couch and thrust into her with a force that leaves us both breathless.

The sound of our bodies colliding fills the room, causing her to bury her face in a pillow. “Dom, oh God, just like that. I love when you fill me. I want all of you inside me.” Her voice is a breathy plea.

I move her hips in a rapid rhythm, sensing her impending climax. I quicken my pace as she reaches her peak, lifting her up and allowing her release to spill onto the floor. She cries out as her orgasm washes over her.

Once she’s finished, I continue our rhythm, moving her hips up and down, bringing her to climax again without pause. She looks at me, her eyes pleading. “Baby, climax for me. I want you to fill me.”

I thrust into her with a relentless pace, her moans growing quieter as she struggles to catch her breath. I give a few final, forceful thrusts, holding her tight against me, grunting loudly as I reach my own climax.

Her body falls back, exhausted. I chuckle, fetching her a glass of water from my desk, then tuck her in as she drifts off to sleep. Satisfied, I clean myself up and return to my work.

Abel stares at me, his eyes wide with shock at the intensity of our coupling.

“What?” I ask softly, not wanting to disturb Ava.

He takes a deep breath, running his hand through his hair. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have done that. I should have told her no. She’s your mate,” he sounds regretful.

He understands now that she needs more than he can give. She needs someone who can match her intensity.

“Look, I wouldn’t normally allow her to do that. But I know her. She needed it. She needs a lot to unwind, as you can see.

“Usually, she wouldn’t even consider being with someone else. Her wolf was in control, and when that happens, she’ll do anything to climax. I know Ava would never cheat or do anything against my wishes.”

I rub my face and look at my mate, sleeping peacefully. Her dress is barely in place and the blanket only covers her lower half.

“Why let her then? No offense, King, but she’s the queen… Isn’t it wrong for her to be with someone else?” He runs his hand through his hair again, his expression one of confusion.

I twirl a pen, watching Ava for a moment before responding. “Did you notice something? She never let you inside her. She’s smarter than you think.

“She knows she can’t risk others finding out. So she wouldn’t let you inside in case she ended up pregnant. It was a one-time thing that I’m sure she needed.”

My gaze settles on my beautiful mate. I know I shouldn’t have allowed that. I understand why she wanted it though. Her wolf was in control and she needed me, but she also wanted to show Abel why he needs to keep his distance.

She’s a handful. She likes it rough and to be completely dominated. She came to me, proud and wanting to be taken without restraint.

“You want a child?” Abel asks, surprised. I’ve never wanted children before. I’ve always used protection and ensured my partners were on birth control.

“It’s different with Ava. I’d do anything for her. She is mine as I am hers. She’d kill for me without a second thought, and I’d do the same for her. She deserves a family.

“Have you heard how happy the new mothers have been since she arrived?” I turn to him, waiting for his response. He shakes his head before glancing at her.

“She’s there the moment they start giving birth, assisting the mothers. After they’ve bonded, she helps feed and care for them, allowing the mothers to rest.

“She’ll do anything the children ask of her. If they tell her they’re hungry, she brings them to the house, seats them in highchairs or at the table, and starts cooking for them. If they want a snack, she has things prepared.

“If they need diaper changes, baths, or just affection, she’s there. She’s a loving person.” I sigh, remembering that she may never be able to conceive due to her hybrid nature, but I push that thought away and shake my head.

I request Abel to show me the agreement. As I begin to pore over it, I’m struck by the meticulousness Ava has shown in detailing our demands and what we can reciprocate with.

She’s committed to aiding them in resolving their fertility issues, and I’m to provide training and support in case of a conflict. In return, we’re granted fresh land and passage through their region, along with a substantial financial compensation.

Ava definitely had her wits about her to get them to consent to such extensive terms.