Tangled in Moonlight: Unshifted (Ava and Lucas)

Chapter 360

Chapter 360 Lucas: Post-Blizzard Return

LUCAS

Ava's nowhere to be found, but Aurum is quick to let me know she's checking on her wards again.

He sounds grumpy, and I don't blame him.

The woman's turned into a bit of a workaholic when it comes to her magic wards. I don't understand them—they're far more advanced and finicky compared to the pack wards we've used for generations. She says it's because they're practically useless, but I think they work just fine.

Aside from the vampire problem, which probably means she's right. But it still shouldn't need to go out near-daily to check on them, right?

But I can appreciate her dedication to our pack's safety, and it's true no one's stumbled upon us since she put them up.

It would just be nice if she'd check on her mate as religiously as she checks on those damn wards.

Jealousy, Aurum whispers in the back of my head.

Shut up. You feel the same way.

His agreement is without guile. Aurum is true to himself and comfortable with his insecurity involving our mates. Goddess knows he makes a scene around Selene whenever he gets a chance.

Mate, he says wistfully.

and I head straight for the shower, eager to warm up. As the hot water cascades

want to spend

And more.

The curve of her hips, the softness of her skin. Aurum rumbles his approval in the back of my mind. Just as I'm imagining the sound of her

over the powerful scent

as I head to the living room. Whoever it is, it isn't pack. Must

hits me first, feminine

Ivy.

hell is

isn't here. Ava's absence means Ivy waltzed right in without hindrance.

call out, keeping my voice level. "What are you

Something in her gaze makes my skin crawl. She takes a

power, stopping her in her tracks. Her eyes widen. There's fear, yes, but something else I'd rather not name. I've been doing my best

the intrusion. I

her off with a raised hand. "And this couldn't

green eyes wide and innocent. "I thought it best to inform you

I've been an alpha too long to fall for such transparent

reason for you to barge into the Alpha's quarters for such a paltry reason.

of the food situation here. Any further concerns should be brought to her attention first, as she's the Luna of

moment before smoothing out. "Of course, Alpha. I meant no disrespect. I

interrupt, my patience wearing thin. "Now, I suggest you leave.

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