Page 7 of Blood and Embers (The Rose Vampire Coven #7)

S cott felt so natural in his arms, and so many sappy romantic thoughts were racing through his head right now.

He wanted to recite poetry, show him a sunrise, and feed him grapes.

He wanted him happy, satisfied, fulfilled, protected, and properly cared for.

He wanted everything for this man, his beloved.

From feeling satisfied, taking happiness wherever and whenever he could find it, to feeling that a beautiful new world had just been delivered to his doorstep, was a very heady feeling.

They continued to kiss and touch, and Pike slowly but determinedly guided his beloved to his bedroom. It was average in every way except the bed. Pike liked his comfort, and his bed was large, plush, and so comfortable it was criminal.

He began pulling at Scott's clothes first, the sweater bearing that magnificent chest to his explorative hands, and then he opened the fastener on those shamefully body-hugging pants. Those pants were extraordinary in how they cupped and held Scott’s amazing ass and accentuated his solid thighs.

Pike released the kiss to bend and assist Scott in removing his pants, leaving him in just his tight, silky boxers.

The man absolutely knew how to dress for a sizzling night of sex and surprises.

His hand stroked Scott's hard cock, making it thicken and twitch in his grip.

A moan and a deep sigh had Pike dropping to one knee and pulling down the boxers, baring himself to Pike's needs.

"Don't stop now," Scott whispered tightly and cast his gaze down to where Pike was kneeling.

"You look so delicious." He added, and with that, Pike took Scott into his mouth and swallowed him to the base.

It was abrupt, and his hold was so tight that it caused a slight spasm, causing Scott to sway on his feet.

Pike held his thigh and steadied him while continuing to take him down his throat over and over, working him beyond endurance. Scott panted and struggled to remain standing while Pike worked him mercilessly. He slid his fingers behind and found the tight hole that was calling to him.

"That feels fantastic." Pike loved how verbal his lover was.

Every word spurred him on to do more. Those gorgeous eyes kept glancing down at him, and the hunger raging in their depths was awesome.

Scott wanted him to hunger for him, and he could feel it in his touch and see it in his gaze.

Pike felt his heart quicken at the thought, and he picked up speed, taking Scott over and over, ravaging him and pushing him over the edge.

The gasp and the shout were followed by Scott holding his breath while filling Pike's throat full.

His essence was sweet and warm, and in that moment, Scott and he shared a connection that struck, their awareness stretching.

The contact brought the awareness to Scott.

He'd already shared the majority of his secrets, but the awareness brought understanding and acceptance as Scott’s mind was opened and his grasp on the supernatural became solid and true.

"What's happening, Pike?" He asked when Pike licked him clean and then stood, taking him back into his arms. Scott was trembling and looking at Pike as if he were seeing him for the first time.

“It's what we call the awareness. It happens once a couple who are in a Fated bond have sexual contact.

Fate opens the minds of the partners, aiding in the acceptance process of the bond.

You see me, you see my vampire beneath the surface, and I see you and I see your vulnerability and your dreams beneath the surface.

" He walked Scott over to the bed and sat him down, and then crouched in front of him, holding both of his hands in his.

“The longer we are together, the clearer my life and my world will be to you.

The supernatural will no longer seem strange or unnatural.

" He looked up into Scott's face and saw shock, which was expected, but that was followed by a slow wonderment that took over his entire countenance.

“You will recognize paranormals when you see them. You will know a vampire, a shifter, and magics on sight. Your world has just gotten a whole hell of a lot larger.”

“I knew that getting hooked up with you was going to be an adventure, but I had no idea just how wonderful it would prove to be.” He bent and kissed Pike on the lips and smiled.

“You’re lucky that you’re so damned sexy and that I want that massive cock in my ass more than I want my next breath, otherwise I might be melting down. "

"I doubt it, you're too sensible and logical, it would take more than finding out that your lover is a vampire to have you melting down." Pike shot back. "Now," He pushed Scott onto his back and leaned over him, “let’s take care of that urgent business of my cock in your ass.”

"Sounds perfect." Pike stripped down and joined Scott on the bed, pushing him back and positioning him in the center of the large bed. “This bed is pure heaven.” He commented while Pike covered his fingers with lubricant and once again found that lovely little hole.

Scott bent his knees, bringing his legs up and apart, making plenty of room for Pike to work his sensational magic.

Pike stroked in and out, scissoring his fingers to stretch the tight ring and sensitize the flesh.

His beloved was one to be adored and treasured; his presence was a gift he’d love and honor for a lifetime.

He kissed his hip bones and the inside of his thighs; every inch of him was delicious and so precious.

Scott was running his fingers through Pike's hair, touching everything within reach, and his touch was as thrilling as his taste.

"Touch me, Scott. I love your hands on me.

" He told him and plunged another finger inside, stretching him further, preparing, provoking, and enflaming his need.

Scott began riding his fingers, forcing them deep and demanding more.

Pike removed his fingers and stroked his own cock a few times before lifting Scott and ramming his hard, throbbing cock inside Scott's hot embrace.

He went to the hilt, holding his position while staring deep into Scott's eyes.

So expressive and so hungry, it made Pike go wild with the need to satisfy.

He pulled out and then rammed inside again and held still, feeling the need building in his beloved, the expectation overwhelming him.

He held Scott’s legs and began a battering of thrusts plowing inside that gorgeous hole, feeling the tight embrace milking him, holding him in a grip that was sending shocks of want and need rocketing through him.

There was no stopping or slowing down at this point.

His beloved's body was calling to him, demanding satisfaction, and Pike was giving him all he had.

The focus was intense, and the driving desire was extreme.

He wanted this man so desperately. The room was filled with the sounds of sex and want and the smells of ecstasy.

He felt himself coming to the edge, the power of release teetering, ready to explode.

Pike grabbed Scott’s leaking cock and stroked it hard and fast as he came with an intensity that had him rocking forward to hold his balance.

He increased his pressure and speed, forcing Scott to climax at the same time.

Pike dropped and sank his teeth into the base of Scott’s throat and drank not deep, not enough to complete the bond, but enough to solidify their connection.

The bond needed to be discussed, and Scott needed to be fully aware of what was taking place.

Pike wanted him to be excited and eager for the blending of their souls, so he could wait, but not for long.

He licked the small wound and dropped his head against Scott’s shoulder as they both concentrated on breathing.

The air was thick with spent arousal and excited anticipation.

It was wonderful. "You are fantastic, and that ass is to die for," Pike commented while licking his fingers and then reached for a few tissues from the side table.

He carefully cleaned up Scott and then tossed the tissues in the trash before slowly pulling out, watching the expressions of pleasure play out on Scott's face as he did so. "You are so lovely."

“You are very good and very satisfying. I could definitely get used to this.” He yawned and stretched, and Pike lay down beside him.

"I see you more clearly, Pike. You are so handsome, and your vampire is so excessive. I want every inch of you, every part of you. I want to know you like no other knows you.” He held him and kissed him hard and exacting.

Scott was making his claim just as Pike had made his.

Morning came much too quickly for both of them.

Scott rushed around getting dressed after spending up until the very last minute in bed with Pike, holding and loving that mysterious man.

"I have to go." He said and saw a wave of sadness wash over Pike’s face, but he concealed it quickly.

The expression was touching and heartbreaking at the same time.

Pike was dressed and ready, and handed him a cup of coffee. Scott took a few sips and then set it aside while never taking his eyes off Pike. “I . . . I . . ." He said, and Pike smiled.”

"Yeah, I feel the same." He then kissed him hard, pulling him close and grinding their bodies together. “I’ll drop you at your place. Call me anytime you please, I will answer.”

“My mind and my heart are so full of so many things. I'm curious to see if any of my colleagues are paranormal. Now that I have the sight, the world is going to be so strange.” He chuckled.

“Don’t fret about it. Take it a day at a time, and pretty soon it all seems normal. At least that’s what the other human beloveds have reported.” That caught Scott’s attention.

“There are more like me?”