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.

into my bones, and I head straight for the shower, eager to warm

No scouting runs, no training, no debriefings. I just want to spend

And more.

of her hips, the softness of her skin. Aurum rumbles his approval in the back of my mind.

off the water, straining to hear. It's hard to smell anything over the powerful scent of Ava's bodywash—something I've

everywhere as I

me first, feminine and

Ivy.

is

guard this place when she isn't here. Ava's absence means Ivy waltzed right in without hindrance. Irritation flickers at the

my voice level. "What are you doing

Something in her gaze makes my skin crawl. She takes a step closer, too close for

her tracks. Her eyes widen. There's fear, yes,

"I apologize for the intrusion. I have

with a raised hand. "And this

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

long to fall for such transparent manipulation. And the way she says our people sets my hackles

and dangerous. "There's no reason for you to barge into the Alpha's quarters for such a paltry reason. Food supplies, while important, are not an emergency that requires you to enter my private space uninvited. Further, you can speak with my

I continue, "Furthermore, my Luna is in charge of the food situation here. Any further concerns should be

before smoothing out. "Of course,

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

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