The Alpha’s Bullied Mate (Bluebell Valley Wolves #1)

Chapter 14 - Hayden

Fuck, yes.

Hayden’s wolf howled in delight at the promise this kiss held. He tangled his hands in Mica’s red hair, tugging her closer. Her scent curled into his nostrils. She was sweet and musky, a mix of vanilla and arousal. He needed her closer, but he also needed to touch her. Normally, he’d know exactly what to do, but at this moment, he couldn’t decide whether to keep his hands in her silky hair or move them over her body.

Her delicious curves were too great a temptation. Hayden explored her, his hands roving over the flare of her hips, the swell of her breasts. There was far too much clothing between them.

He hitched her knee over his hip. Mica gasped lightly. Her eyes were wide, staring at him as she molded herself against him. Her hands tightened around him, as though she was afraid he’d suddenly pull away from her.

“You,” he growled as he nipped her neck, “are perhaps the most delightful creature I have ever had the fortune to lay my hands on.”

“Creep,” she breathed back. Her back arched, pressing her breasts against him.

Hayden chuckled. He picked her up fluidly and kissed her as he carried her to the bed. When he laid her down, he gazed at her. Still fully clothed, her eyes bright and cheeks flushed. Her fingers curled into the blankets beneath her, and she watched him, reminding him of a little rabbit frozen in fright and awe.

He knelt on the bed next to her, careful not to cage her in. “Do you want this?”

Mica bit her lip. “I agreed that I’d consummate the mating.”

“That isn’t what I asked. Do you want this?”

Hayden waited. If she wouldn’t give him a straight yes, then he’d have to put an end to this. Though he wanted to trust her body and the signals she was sending him, he needed her words, too. He wasn’t about to get so caught up in his own arousal that he projected it on her.

“I want you,” Mica finally breathed. “I’ve wanted you for such a long time, Hayden. You have no idea. I just—”

He cupped her face gently. “You just what?”

“Do you want me?” her voice was soft.

Hayden smirked at her. “Oh, I want you, Mica. Don’t mistake my control for a lack of desire. Although, maybe you’re too tired to go any further tonight.” His smirk grew as he teased.

“I’m not too tired at all. In fact, I think I might need something to relax me.” Mica leaned forward, pressing her hands to his naked torso.

The warmth of her hands felt good. When was the last time he’d enjoyed the touch of another person? This time, It was different than any other experience he’d had. His wolf growled with pleasure, a growl that rumbled in his chest. Mica paused, her eyes going wider again.

“Don’t stop,” he told her.

She searched his face, as though waiting for him to pull the rug out from under her. As though he’d have gotten to this point if he didn’t want her! There was such vulnerability in her gaze, that he wasn’t sure how to take it. It made him want to kiss her softly in reassurance and also make her feel so much pleasure she had no room to doubt the truth of his interest.

Her hands floated over him. Warmth trailed behind his touch, and Hayden wouldn’t be surprised to find his skin glowing. Mica leaned closer and pressed a kiss to his collarbone, then slowly worked her way down until she started to undo his jeans. Hayden let her undress him, but when she reached for him, he took hold of her wrist.

“My turn,” he said.

With practiced ease, he flipped her onto her back and caged her in with his body. He found her mouth again. His tongue explored her mouth. Mica threaded her fingers through his hair as she kissed him back. Her movements were slightly clumsy, like she didn’t have a lot of experience with this. Hayden eased off his intensity, giving her time to catch up with him.

He didn’t care if she was experienced or not, only that she enjoyed this time together as much as he did. The feel of her body so close to his made him tighten. He throbbed with the need to enter her but told himself to be patient. They had a lifetime together, he wasn’t going to ruin their first time by rushing it.

With a few deft kisses, she was bending herself to him. He yanked the baggy T-shirt off her, quickly followed by her sports bra. His hands cupped her breasts, gently kneading her soft flesh; Mica shuddered, pressing into his hands.

It wasn’t enough. He needed more from her. He kissed down her neck and found one hardened nipple. When he sucked it into his mouth, Mica shuddered again. She moaned as she let her fingers explore his shoulders and back. Hayden flicked his tongue over her nipple and was rewarded by a breathy moan.

Hayden cupped her through her pants, pressing his palm firmly to her. Mica opened her legs a little further as he moved to her other nipple. She wrapped her hands around his biceps, tugging lightly. When he looked up at her, her eyes were bright, her pupils enlarged from lust.

“Hayden,” she breathed.

The sound of his name on her lips drove him crazy. Hayden trailed his hands down her form, delighting at the feel of her beneath him. His impatience was getting hold of him, and he had to remind himself not to be too rough as he pulled off her pants and panties. Mica inhaled sharply. She twisted away, her arms moving to hide herself from his view.

Hayden let her, then slid down to spoon her from behind. He was already hardened with arousal, and he let her feel it.

“Have you changed your mind?” he breathed in her ear. “I haven’t.”

Mica shivered. “But I’m fat.”

“You are beautiful, Mica.” He ran his hand down her hip. “Your skin is soft and smooth. Your breasts are perfect. I want to get to know the rest of you.”

He slid his hand between her legs and cupped her. She felt even better without the clothes between them. The heat of her sex radiated into his hand, already growing damp. He massaged her slightly, watching her reaction. The tension melted from her shoulders. Her head fell slightly back and she let out a soft moan.

“You’re beautiful,” he repeated. “And I want you.”

Mica turned back to him, letting her legs open for him. Her sea-green eyes didn’t leave his face.

“I think that’s the first time someone didn’t say ‘You’re not fat, you’re beautiful’ even though I am… without a doubt—” She cut off, biting her lip.

“Do you want to continue?” he asked.

Mica nodded. “Yes.”

Hayden waited a moment before adjusting his hold on her. He slid two fingers deeper, exploring her. They brushed over her entrance, already wet, but he moved higher, seeking out her clit. He wanted to see what pleasure looked on her before he filled her.

“Is that good?” He asked her, his voice husky.

Mica nodded, her breathing coming quicker. But this wasn’t enough of a reaction. He wanted, needed, more from her. He carefully slid his fingers through her heat, searching out for the right spot. When he found a bud, he gently stroked it. Mica’s eyes widened and her breathing hitched Hayden grinned. Jackpot!

He swirled his fingers around her clit, keeping his tough light. It hardened, growing stiffer as it sought out more friction. Hayden nibbled at the sensitive skin on Mica’s neck, enjoying the way her pressed herself into him, while simultaneously struggling to remain still. She held her breath.

“Is that good?” he asked again.

Mica nodded, still holding her breath.

Hmmm. He wanted more of a reaction than that. He moved with a little more pressure. Her hips jerked toward him and she let out a soft cry. She grabbed his arms and Hayden propped himself on his elbow to watch her. Her eyes were wide as she searched his face. Deliberately, he made the same action.

“Hayden!” She jerked.

“I don’t know what you like if you don’t show me,” he told her. “Don’t fight your body, Mica. I want to see your pleasure. I want to see your eyes roll back into your head. This isn’t some quick fuck. I’m your mate and I will have your pleasure.”

“Don’t stop,” she begged. Her hands clenched around his biceps. “Hayden, please! Give me more.”

Hayden grinned. He pushed a finger in her, testing, and used his thumb to move over her bud. She let out another gasp, her hands roving over him now. She cupped his head and brought his mouth to hers, kissing him with abandon. A second finger joined the first and he curled them upward, finding the spot inside her. He worked her from inside and out as they kissed. She reached for him, but he stopped her, pinning her hand over her head.

Her back arched and she jerked toward him. She rolled her hips, helping him as he stroked wither. The cries of her pleasure were swallowed in their kisses, so Hayden moved away. She tried to follow him, then her head fell back. Hayden buried his face into her neck, kissing and nibbling at her skin as her body moved against his fingers. She reacted so beautifully to him, giving him everything. It was delicious and made him harden.

When she was trembling and wet, he pulled back. Mica collapsed onto the bed, panting. Her sea-green eyes were dark as she stared at him. He took her hand and led it to him. As she cupped her hand around him, Hayden groaned. He was already ready for her, and fought against the pleasure as her hands explored him.

“I can use my mouth if you want,” Mica offered breathlessly.

Hayden shook his head. “I want to be inside of you. Fuck, Mica. You’re already so hot and wet. First, do you want to use protection?”

Mica’s eyebrows furrowed. “Do you have some?”

“I do. Do you want to use it?” He patiently waited.

“No.” Mica gave him a breathless smile. “Part of being your mate means I need to give you children. I want you, Hayden. All of you.”

Hayden rolled over, positioning himself over her. Mica moved both of her hands to his chest, slightly cupping around as she welcomed him in. Her thighs wrapped around his hips, soft and firm all at once. Hayden grabbed one, moving it up a little higher as he took himself in hand. Mica watched his face, a wonderous expression on her face. He carefully pressed himself to her entrance, easing in the first inch.

“Fuck,” Mica whimpered.

“Does that hurt?” Hayden asked. She was so tight around him that he was worried he hadn’t fully prepared her.

Mica shook her head. “It feels so good. More.”

Hayden chuckled, enjoying her demanding side. He pushed in until he was fully seated, groaning as her greedy heat sucked him in. Mica whimpered and Hayden rested his forehead against hers. He waited there, letting her adjust. Her fingers dug into his shoulders. She was the one that started moving first, rocking her hips back and forth to move him inside of her. Her eyes were at half-mast, her mouth slightly open. He swelled, his skin feeling too tight to contain him.

She kissed him, panting into his mouth. Hayden started to move, slowly at first but with increasing momentum. Mica matched his rhythm, her hips thrusting upward. Soon, she was crying out every time they came together. Hayden gritted his teeth, fighting back on the pressure building inside of him. He would see her finish first. He was getting dangerously close, so he reached between them and stroked her clit again.

“Hayden,” she cried out. A flush rose up her neck and face. Her back arched, and her mouth fell open.

“That’s it,” he grunted, pistoning his hips faster. He rubbed his thumb over her clit softer, then harder again.

It was enough to tip her over the edge. She clamped down around him, and that was it. Hayden came undone. His movements became jerky as all the tension inside him exploded in a single moment. He collapsed over her, holding her close, kissing every inch of her creamy skin. Slowly, they both stilled. Mica moaned in his ear, her hold on him just as tight as his on hers.

Hayden propped himself up onto his elbows, smiling down at her. Mica smiled back, her eyelids drooping. He hadn’t seen her this relaxed ever.

“I hope that was good for you,” she said, peeking at him under her lashes.

He kissed her, taking his time to explore her mouth.

“It was wonderful,” Hayden assured her.

He eased himself out and rolled over onto his back. Mica came to her side, the length of her body pressed against him. The heat of her body radiated into him. Hayden stroked her arms and back, satiated—for now, at least.

“It’s true what they say about the mate bond,” he mused, staring up at the ceiling. “It makes your senses more fully attuned to your partner. Or perhaps that’s simply because of how sensual you are. Tell me, Mica, did you enjoy our consummation?”

Mica buried her face into his shoulder. “If it wasn’t obvious that I did, we’ll just have to do that again.”

“Again?” he teased lightly. “Does that mean that you’ve changed your mind about no sex after consummation?”

Mica lifted her face. Her mouth was set into a tight line as she searched his face. “I never actually meant that. I know I shouldn’t have said it if I didn’t mean it. But I didn’t. I just wanted to feel like I could say no to you.”

Hayden stroked a strand of hair from her eyes. “You can.”

“No, I really can’t.”

“Yes, you can.” Hayden pulled away slightly. “I know our situation seems impossible, but I won’t—”

“You misunderstand.” Mica ran her fingers down his chest. “What I mean is that the moment you said I’d be your mate, there was no choice for me. You were right. I’ve never stopped… well, wanting you. I tried to run because distance was the only thing stopping me. But I’ve never been able to say no to you, Hayden. Never.”

Hayden’s eyebrows furrowed. Her words weighed heavily in his chest. What did she mean? It wasn’t that she was afraid. Did she really have that deep of a bond with him?

She closed her eyes as she pulled herself closer to him. “I know that I feel more than you do. And that’s okay. I’ll live with it. But for now, please lie to me.”

“Lie to you?”

“Yes. Lie well enough that I can pretend there’s a chance for you to love me.”