Page 124 of The Dragon's Gambit

He smiled a bit. “Not from that. No, it’s your actual scent that’s changed. I mean, I like it, but it presents another problem.”

Reiya bent over and inhaled gently. She understood what he meant. She did smell like him. Maybe, because he was a deity, his scent had completely consumed her own? She looked at him and giggled.

“So, you don’t only get to mark my neck, but you turned me into your scent.” Reiya gave him a crooked smile. “So, now what should we do? I could wear your shirts. Then they might just think they’re smelling your shirt.”

“And why would you be wearing my shirts?” Lee raised his brows and watched a sultry smile spread across her lips.

“Obviously, as the mistress to the dragon kings, you get dibs on that, too.” Reiya watched as he let out a low growl and furrowed his brows.

“I hate that rumor. It has you being passed around. I know what he was thinking, but I don’t like it at all. I don’t like youbeing labeled as a plaything.” Lee growled as he possessively held her in his arms.

Reiya giggled. “He was afraid you might kill him over it. I told him you wouldn’t. Not my sweet water dragon.” Reiya watched his eyes warm up and a smile spread across his lips.

“You have more faith in me than I do,” he smirked.

“Hmmm … You wouldn’t do anything to hurt them. They’re our friends. We’re all going to be good friends. I’ve already decided.” Reiya trailed her hand up over his chiseled abs. She felt the small vibrations from his silent chuckle.

“You really are going to keep my life interesting, aren’t you?” Lee grinned happily. She probably would never know how much happiness she’d brought into his life. She gave his life meaning. He woke up every morning just to see her face. He never knew what the day would bring. She brought excitement into his life; she brought love into his life.

Reiya scooted up and smiled. “I’m going to go get a shower. You probably shouldn’t join me, though. You know it’s not a good idea, since you wouldn’t be able to keep your hands to yourself.” She rolled out of bed and giggled as she watched his eyes roam over her nudity.

He chuckled lightly. “The thing is, my sweet fairy, that you are now and for always my possession. From now on, you are mine to touch.” He swung his legs out of the bed. Reiya squealed and ran off to the bathroom. He laughed and ran after her. “There is no escaping me, princess. Not now, not ever.” He slid his arms around her from behind and the two of them laughed together. He kissed the side of her cheek tenderly and whispered lowly in her ear. “We’ll start with the shower and see where it goes from there.”

After a very hot and steamy shower, Reiya put on a pair of her shorts and one of Lee’s shirts. He walked up to her and bent down, kissing the top of her hair gently. “Ready?”

Reiya smiled and wrapped her arm around his waist. “Ready.”

The two walked out of the bedroom door together, side by side. Brody and Chelsie were sitting on the couch, looking at the two with a small smile on their faces. The reason for their late day seemed pretty obvious.

The two of them stood up as Reiya came closer. Brody’s smile suddenly faded, and he looked at her with a small frown. “Reiya, you … you don’t smell like you anymore.”

“You smell like Levi! Ugh, dragon musk,” Chelsie snorted and pinched her nose. She still wasn’t a huge fan of the dragon stench.

“Gee, thanks Chels.” Reiya giggled as Lee walked up to her side. He nuzzled his head against hers and then looked up, smiling.

“Reiya is completely mine now,” Lee said proudly, as a small heat rose in Reiya’s cheeks.

Reiya leaned into Lee’s side and smiled widely. “I got my wolf. Lee is my mate.”

“Ray Ray! You got your wolf?! That’s awesome! I can’t wait to see her. I’m so happy for you. I know this is what you wanted.” A wave of relief washed over Brody, his worries dissipating like mist in the sun. His sister had been worried about getting her wolf, and it made him anxious for her. He was just as relieved as she was.

“Now, we can race together and see who’s faster, my horse or your wolf. I really am happy for you too, Reiya. I know you’ve been crushing on Lee for a long time now, and I’m glad everything worked out.” Chelsie leaned into Brody, his arm settling around her. They could be happy if she was happy.

“You talked about me before?” Lee said with an arrogant air.

“Like I said, it was obvious to everyone but you, I guess.” Reiya swatted at him playfully. He snatched her hand and brought it up to his lips.

“Looks like my kitten is still a bit wild. I need to tame her down some.” He gently kissed her fingers, causing her to giggle.

Kitten? That’s cute. We’ll have to show him what your animal is really like,Lumi said as she wagged her tail in Reiya’s head.

Lumi! See, I was able to seal the deal.

Took you long enough,Lumi snorted with a laugh.

Sorry, I might be part animal, but I am not all animal. Getting mated isn’t my number one priority,Reiya shot back at Lumi.

Don’t you feel better now, though? See, I know what I’m talking about. Not only about our new strength and powers, but a night of divine exhaustion is just what your body needed. Nothing like getting a release.Lumi panted happily in Reiya’s head, knowing she was making her blush again. Such an innocent girl. Well … not as innocent as she was yesterday.