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He grabbed my hand, took me a little deeper into the forest, then started to strip. I blushed. Oden laughed, “You’ve seen all of me, little mate.” I agreed, “Yes… but… it’s like daylight… and… no you’re just right.” Oden smiled, “I know. I enjoy how you look at my body and so does Alexander.”

I felt my face flame, “Umm well… you’re like… sculpted… so…that’s really your fault…when you think about it…and possibly all the gym sponsorships you have…definitely all the practices you do…for sure.” He winked at me and I was certain that time stopped again.

In the next second... he shifted into a beautiful black wolf with white markings. He looked just like my Xander wolf. Oden tilted his head at me. I linked Freya, “Did I say that out loud? Say no… please say no.” Freya said, “No, you didn’t say it out loud. Isn’t he handsome?” He was.

In fact, I’d never seen a wolf, other than my stuff wolf, that looked like his.

I reached forward and started to stroke his fur.

He shivered under my touch. I declared, “You’re bigger than…

other Alpha wolves I’ve seen… like, by a lot.

I mean that was the rumor about your dad and your family’s wolves…

but like in person… wow… like… wow.” He chuckled but this should be studied.

Freya linked, “Oden wants you to ride him.” My hand faltered, “But… he’s an Alpha wolf, Freya. They don’t just let people ride them.” Freya argued, “You aren’t just people. Can you please do this for me? I can’t shift and play with him yet.” I felt guilty about that.

I was getting all our time with our mate, and she was still locked away inside me.

Freya assured me, “I’m getting stronger.

It helps being around Xander and Oden.” I spoke out loud, “Freya says you want me to ride you.” Oden nodded his head.

I sighed, “Ok... if I’m too heavy... this is really on you.

” He snorted as I climbed onto his back. He leaped forward.

I couldn’t help but laugh. I’d ridden my dad and brother’s wolves before for fun, but this… I felt free riding on Oden’s back. Just like when I was dancing. We stopped by a lake. I climbed off Oden, and he shifted back. I smiled, “This place is… quiet.”

His voice sounded husky when he answered me, “It’s off the beaten path. Only wolves could find this place. Or other animals.” I looked up noting his eyes were full of lust. The look alone had my underwear dripping wet. Which he definitely smelled. Freya purred, “He does.”

He gripped my waist then practically seared his lips to mine. We lost ourselves to that feeling. He pulled back barely even breathing hard while I was panting. He whispered, “Are you sore?” I shook my head, “No. Take me Xander.” He growled and his lips were back on mine.

My back was against a tree as we ground into each other. I couldn’t get my pants off at this angle. UGH! He snapped them off in the next second. I felt his finger at my entrance. That was so not what I was wanting at the moment.

I said, “I want to feel you… take me. I’m ready.” Xander growled, “Fuck me, Lovebug.” I admitted, “I’m trying.” He chuckled, “You’ll be the death of me.” He slowly slid inside me. He groaned, “You’re so damn wet.”

I mean… I did tell him that…right? Maybe but my brain couldn’t form that thought to say out loud. I could only moan. I didn’t care that my vest was going to be ruined... I could only think about the pleasure I felt.

We didn’t stop for hours. He’d even snapped us a mattress at one point. We fell apart in a heap. I snorted, “We are going to look like the hot mess express at lunch.” Xander laughed and snapped us back to normal with our clothes back on.

I admitted, “Well… that’s handy.” Xander rolled on top of me, “Not really. Not when I already want you again.” I blushed. Xander groaned, “My cousin has lost his touch. They are waiting for us already.” He stood and pulled me up to him.

He popped us closer to where they must be. I nearly laughed when I spotted Sierra’s sex hair. Xander snapped his fingers and fixed it. Phil nudged her saying, “I told you he’d fix it.” She smiled at him, and he turned to face my mate.

Sierra mouthed, “Holy shit. That snapping thing is SO handy.” It was.

Phil announced, “Alexander, I ran into Elias. He’d like us to stop by the gym.

” I nearly squealed because I knew who Elias was because they hung out with him if they were here so I had a folder on him… I hadn’t met him but he was a Werewolf.

Freya laughed in my head. I tried to calmly ask, “A wolf gym?” Phil nodded. I clapped asking, “Can we go? Please! They would be a challenge… their pack is good… I like challenges… I like to win… and I would… and…”

Sierra snorted, “I told you she’d be all about it, Phil. Just conjure our gym clothes here.” Alexander agreed, “I can do that.” We ate and talked for about an hour. I was really excited. I needed a good workout.

We went to the gym on the pack grounds. Xander handed me a bag with clothes. Sierra and I ran off to the girls locker room. I grabbed the yoga pants and the tight blue long sleeved pullover then pulled my hair back into a ponytail.

Sierra snorted, “They aren’t ready for you.” I admitted, “No one ever is. It’s kind of… the running theme of my life. It’s the literal one thing I can count on. So, let’s go show them what’s up.” We walked out and I nearly tripped over my own dang feet.

Xander was already in the ring with his shirt off. I couldn’t help but stop to watch him. He was so fluid on his feet. He was just warming up with his fight, but he still looked good. I glanced around the gym to see if everyone was as captivated by him as I was.

I growled at three women who were staring at him with bedroom, lusting eyes.

They glanced sharply at me and found my glare waiting.

I growled at them again but more menacingly.

Sierra linked, “Whoa. Down girl.” I replied, “MINE!” She agreed, “I know. It’s officially and everything. Please calm down.”

Freya linked, “That’s right. You tell them what’s up with your death glare.

He’s ours, and they can’t have him.” I looked back at Xander once they’d looked away.

He shot me a wink and landed a punch. Phil was already fighting too.

Sadly, I didn’t see a camera set up. This would be GREAT content for him.

Elias joined me and Sierra. He smiled introducing himself, “I’m Elias.” Sierra linked, “We could freak him out so bad right now saying we knew that.”

I replied, “Not really. His pack is used to people knowing prominent members. It would be stranger if we didn’t know him.

” She snorted, “Darn. It’s always fun freaking them out with the knowledge.

” I made my friends study packs and their leadership along with prominent members just like my old pack did. They’d picked it up with ease.

I told Elias, “Nice to meet you.” He chuckled, “Alright Phil and Alexander said you’d want to spar.” I jumped in, “We do… like a lot.” Sierra replied, “I personally have a reasonable amount of wanting to spar. She is far too excited.” I shot her a look, but she just smiled at me.

Elias chuckled, “If you don’t mind, we’ve got two guys over there, both mated, I feel that’s vital information to give the area.” I asked, “Why?” Sierra snorted, “Don’t mind her, she’s clueless.” I gasped, “What? I am not… I…”

Elias added, “Ok, well those mated men would like to spar.” I nodded. Sierra introduced us, “That’s Ashley by the way. I’m Samantha.” He nodded and pointed to our opponents. I hopped into the ring.

My guy told me, “I’m Ludvig. I heard your name is Ashley.” I nodded, “Mmmm that’s what my friend said…” It was true since it was one of my names anyway. We shook hands and he came at me.

I flipped him over my back and pinned him immediately. He took in a sharp breath. I smiled and offered a hand to help him up. He gaped at me for several seconds. He practically shouted, “Ummm what the hell?” I heard several whistles.

Ludvig grinned saying, “Again.” He tried for a half hour, but he couldn’t get one move past me. He always ended up on his back. One guy yelled, “Let me at her. You’ve got nothing, Ludvig!” Ludvig snorted, “Boy, I’m your Male Lead Warrior.” Oops.

I didn’t know he was that Ludvig… it was a common name here… and I didn’t have his picture on my system yet. I knew my face turned red. Freya snorted, “Well, I am proud of you.” I replied, “Male Lead Warriors don’t like being embarrassed. He’s going to kick us out.”

She asked, “Would that happen in Red Run?” I snorted, “No, Zane would complement them but…” She cut me off, “We aren’t in Black Path. We are back around good people.” Ludvig looked back at me.

He quickly said, “Hey none of that. You’re damn impressive. I’m aware that I’m a good fighter. We all know who Ashley Griffen is around here. I doubted your skills because of your pack, but you’re amazing.”

I admitted, “That’s not exactly uncommon… knowing me… or doubting my skills.” He winked and jumped out of the ring. He said, “Go ahead and line up to get your asses kicked by this amazing Warrior.” Now, I was blushing for another reason. A wolf of rank complimented my skills openly.

I took several more guys down from their pack before Phil hopped in. He winked at me, “Bring it, Shley.” I laughed, “Uhh... don’t you mean Ashley?” Phil shook his head, “Nope. I’m calling you Shley.” I laughed, “Ok then.” He was good, but that didn’t surprise me.

It took me a few moves to pin him. Phil snorted, “What the hell do they teach you in Nashville?” I laughed, “Nothing.” He hummed, “Yes, well I think I recognize some of your moves. It’s a combination of people I know.” He gave me a look that said he knew Cayden and Micah had taught me.