Page 65 of Guided by the Stars (Creating Destiny #1)

The pulse starts low. The electricity burns deep within, flaring through my veins as I close my eyes, raising my head.

I concentrate on pooling enough vapor from the damp air, clumping them together and forming little drops.

It starts slow, then it picks up. The rain becomes thick, pelting against my bare chest with the roar of thunder raging in the dark clouds.

I let the water fall hard against my skin, relinquishing all my anger into the air surrounding me. The current is blazing stronger as the voltage in my veins increases. I’m ready to release, pushing my energy into the sky as a soft finger taps my shoulder, forcing me to turn around.

“Ow,” she hisses, taking her finger to her tongue, licking away the shock I just gave her. “Daemyn said you’re in another mood?” She raises her brow in question, standing in front of me like every guy’s wet dream.

Her hand is on her hip, waiting for an answer, unfazed by the rain drenching her from head to toe.

By the looks of her unruly hair, she ran out in a hurry, only throwing on my white t-shirt.

My new favorite t-shirt. It’s soaked, gifting me with a view of every inch of her body.

Her tight little frame, the curve of her hips, and the peaks of those tasty nipples poking hard against the cotton, are all visible.

“Alexius, what’s going on? Is this about last night?” My eyes dart back up to hers. Hers are burning with intense emotions that mirror my own. I feel everything. The maddening mixture of fear, hope and lust. It’s driving us crazy.

“Don’t back away again,” she pleads, stepping an inch closer, the warmth of her body radiating into mine.

“Wasn’t planning on it, my love,” I say and crash my lips onto hers, swallowing her gasp.

I’m hard, unforgiving, and full of purpose, claiming what is mine.

Last night was a mistake, but there’s no turning back for either of us.

We’re held captive to the spark that exists between us, that even the dangers of our worlds cannot extinguish, no matter how hard I’ve tried.

I’m sick of trying, I want her and only her.

She pushes up on her toes and her eager hands grab the back of my neck, twisting her fingers into my hair as her mouth parts, inviting my tongue to mix with hers.

There’s no hesitation from me, I’m relinquishing myself completely over to her.

Each kiss, deep and powerful, is building memories that both of us can hold on to .

I slide my fingertips under her shirt, feeling her shiver under my touch as I glide around to place my palm on her back.

“Are you too sore?” I ask against her lips, slowly sliding my hands down the curve of her naked ass, and with the shake of her head, I curl my fingers into her, pulling her up towards me.

And by the gods, I think this girl is made for me as her legs wrap around me and her mouth pushes kisses down my neck as I walk us over to the patio table.

“Fuck, I’ve been thinking about this since you fell asleep grinding yourself against me,” I breath out, placing her ass down and taking a step back to eagerly shed my clothes.

Her gaze is glued to me, zoned in on my cock, and her cheeks are flushed while her eyes are filled with lust. She’s so fucking shy.

“Like what you see?” I thrust my hips forward, making her eyes pop wide as she lifts her head.

“I hope you do.” I walk myself towards her, placing my body between her legs.

“Because I’m loving everything I’m seeing,” I say, my stare zoning in on her bottom lip as she sucks it between her teeth before scooting forward and wrapping her legs around me, pulling me into her.

“Eager there, my love?” I tease, reaching down to take off her soaked shirt.

My hungry eyes take her in. The rain collides with her soft skin.

One by one the drops slowly drip down from her collarbone, over the curve of her breast and onto her hard nipple.

“ I most definitely am,” I murmur, dropping my head and wrapping my mouth around it, my tongue flicking against the hard, pebbled nipple as her soft moans egg me on.

“Shit, Alexius,” she gasps as my teeth graze over her sensitive skin. I bite down, making her body arch against me. Her hands shoot forward, reaching out and grabbing me for support as my teeth pull against her flesh .

I tear my mouth away, trailing kisses up her neck, enjoying how she tilts her head back, giving me the pulse of her neck to trail my lips against. I breathe her in, wrapping my hands around her waist and tug her forward, positioning my cock against her wet pussy.

It’s drenched, ready for my taking, driving me mad.

Through clenched teeth I whisper into her ear, “Tell me what you want, Nora.” I push the tip a little into her, toying with her.

Her nails rake up my arms, reaching her hands up, and wrapping them around the back of my neck.

Her eyes meet mine and she licks her lips as she spreads her knees apart, opening herself for me.

“I want you to fuck me right now, Beast. Make me feel how much you want me,” she says with a seductive purr despite her cheeks flaming red.

“Whatever you wish,” I say with a deep growl, tightening my grip around her hips, holding her in place as I slam my dick into her. And by fuck, it feels so good. She’s incredible, so fucking warm and tight and completely mine.

I reach my hand around the back of her neck, grabbing onto her as I crash my lips against hers.

I’m not slow, I don’t take it easy. I fuck her with everything I have, my hips rocking, pushing deeper inside her as we hold each other in place.

I feel myself tensing with each moan and whimper she gives.

I’m lost to her, almost out of control as her pussy pulses with each thrust, building the friction between us.

“Yes. Keep doing that. Take what you need,” I grunt, pinching my fingers into her waist and squeezing my hand around her neck as she clenches hard against my cock.

Her walls are sucking on me, taking what she wants.

“I can’t. Oh, God!” Her legs tighten against my waist and her head flies back as she shakes violently against me. She’s trembling, screaming my name as I push myself further into her, my dick heavy and throbbing, ready to fall over the edge.

“Fuck!” I growl. The tension from my cock rockets through me and my muscles flex, shuddering as I drain myself into her.

Our foreheads are against each other’s and it isn’t until our breathing evens out that I realize she’s shivering.

As the sun comes back, her head shifts, her eyes looking up at me from under dark lashes. Her cheeks are filled with that pink glow, and I fight the urge to chuckle, forcing myself to wait until she shares what’s going on in that pretty little head of hers. She’s ridiculously cute when flustered.

“Does it always get better?”

“I’m betting with you it does,” I slyly say, grinning a cheesy-ass smile.

“In fact,” I pause and she pulls herself further away, curious as she scans my eyes.

My wink is the only warning she gets before I grab her up and swing her over my shoulder.

“We’re about to find out.” With a smack to her ass I rush us inside, heading straight for the shower.

***

“Here,” he says, handing me the bowl of strawberries.

“She loves those. And we’ll need some chocolate too.

” Daemyn turns around reaching into the cupboard, grabbing more supplies.

I wanted to stay in bed all day. Two rounds was not nearly enough to confirm it gets better.

Nora had her way though and convinced me to eat. A damn picnic, of all things.

“When do you want to do the guard bonding?” he asks, moving towards the back door and looking out towards Nora. “I mean, for her, sooner would be better. ”

I agree. For her safety, I want to do this soon. I open my mouth, but Daemyn cuts me off, dropping the bowls and running out back. “Shit, Alexius, hurry!”

Fuck!

I run after him, my mind filled with thoughts of fucking having to fight Zeus, but once outside my eyes grow wide with surprise.

Aetos Dios’ feathers are raised and his head is cocked to the side with his laser-red eyes watching Nora.

She’s knelt down before him, watching him with the same intensity as he does her.

“Nora, no!” My scream falls on deaf ears as I watch her hand reach forward, lightly touching her palm to his head. He flinches under her touch. His wings are spreading wide, yet he isn’t forcing her away.

Aetos Dios, leave! I command, running down to Nora’s side. No one moves or acknowledges that I am there. Not even a blink when my fingers push a strand of hair behind her ear and I whisper, “Love, can you hear me?” Nothing.

I send another message and Daemyn talks to Nora on her other side. Our attempts are useless. They’re wrapped in their own impenetrable world with each other, leaving us standing on the outside, waiting for danger to strike.

“What the fuck is happening, Alexius? How can he ignore you?” Daemyn questions, his agitation building at the same pace as mine. No messenger can refuse my connection, how is he blocking me out?

Desperate to reach through, I yell my command over and over, screaming forcefully into our bond. Aetos Dios!

Try calling him by his name, asshole! It’s Raynor! Despite him pulling her into his trance, capturing her with the red blaze in his eyes, that sass in her voice is undeniable. Her lips didn’t move. They remain locked tight, just like her gaze. But that was Nora. She fucking connected with the bird.

Aetos Dios, what the fuck is happening?

It’s Raynor, her voice snaps as she tilts her head towards me, giving me her complete attention and breaking her connection with the damn bird.

I leap for her, pulling her beneath me, shielding her body.

My hands shove hard against her head, covering her ears as tightly as I can without crushing her.

His piercing screams screech into the air, radiating a throbbing pressure deep in my head.

Like a thousand knives stabbing my skull, fracturing it apart.

My body presses harder against Nora, keeping her safe under my arms, and Daemyn’s on wobbling feet pushing what little energy he has at the damn bird. There’s no use though, he caught us off guard, rendering us useless.

Our fate lies in her hands, the eagle’s harsh words overpower the ringing in my ears. He spreads his wings wide, claws coming out and I wince, expecting a painful stab. Protect our defender, Alexius. He shoots up, gliding into the sky.

“What the fuck was that?” Daemyn asks, kneeling beside us. I have no fucking idea. Right now, I don’t care. I peel Nora out from under me. Her body trembles as I inspect every inch of her.