Chapter 55

Gabriel Silva's P.O.V.

I slip inside, exhaling with relief as I notice that she left the door unlocked. My eyes acclimatize to the room's lack of light, which is provided solely by the bedside lamp. But I'm not looking at it right now. I focus completely on my bed partner, who is curled up in a ball on the mattress and has over half of her body covered by my sweater. When I notice the dry tears on her cheeks, Mura and Boris both wails piteously. I take a step back and carefully raise the bottom of my sweater with my teeth. When she finally gets up and realizes what I've done, I want her to punish me in the cruelest way possible. When they see the furious, red scratch scars and black bruises covering her once-perfect skin, my creatures wail even louder. In an effort to avoid harming her, I move myself nearer to her and begin licking her wounds. Her pouty lips let out a gentle moan that makes me really like to kiss the misery away. I carry on, pleased to take care of my partner as she snoozes pain-free. Her lovely, grey eyes open abruptly, and she leaps forward. She scoots back after gasping at the site of my wolf, which causes me to whimper and brush my paw on the ground. She turns to me in surprise when she sees me and gets up from the bed. She comes around the side of it, stands on her tiptoes, and encircles my broad neck with her arms. I giggle at how little she is and let forth a funny, choking sound. She runs her fingers through my fur and murmurs, "You came back." "Never do that again!" I've been waiting for you for so long, but... I pushed her away to stop her. I can't stand seeing her weep, especially when I'm to blame. I paw at the ground restlessly while I press my huge head against her side. She has a cute hiccup before snuggling into me and grabbing my fur. Never leave me again, please. She stutters and then covers her mouth, as she yawns, with her palm. As my partner snuggles against my warm body and sighs sweetly, I stood there on the carpet. She shrieks in astonishment when my wolf kisses her face and continues to purr, and her little hand caresses my fur. "Can you switch back?" Before heading to my closet, I nod, burying my snout in her neck and listening to her laugh. I shift back, don my clothing, and then I simply hesitate there. Even though it hurts me, I'll attempt to keep my monsters under control. I would do anything for her, and I'll take any discipline she hands out. I take a big breath and enter the room again, only to pause and turn to face my partner. She is lying on my bed with her knees bent and is idly drawing patterns in the blankets. Her baby pink lips appear to be begging for a kiss, and her shoulder-length, wavy, black hair has been styled into a sensual bed head. I grew upset and furious at just how my living had taken out as a result of what had occurred in my past. My parents had passed away, others were vying for my position, and just when I believed I had a chance to find happiness, I emerged with scars I had never dreamed. Especially after learning that I had been granted a partner, I'm hesitant to ever trust anyone again. Even though I've worked so hard to let Amanda Thomas be, she suddenly means everything to me. My everyday thoughts are clouded by my fears about relationships, but Amanda has been able to go through them and demonstrate what dating is really like.
When she notices me, I immediately recover. She extends her hand and motions for me to approach while smiling reassuringly. But I feel like I've forgotten how to speak. I cautiously approach the bed and take her up because she is unable to speak. She cuddles up on my lap with her hand caressing my arm and her head lying on my shoulder. "I'm sorry," When I exhale, I believe the dam finally bursts. ''Fuck! Amanda, I'm very sorry. I didn't want to injure you; I simply snapped when he touched you. I'm such a monster; I know it would be ridiculous to claim that my vampire nature has awoken.
She hush me as I tightened my grip on her and leans in to put her arms round my neck. I inhale her enticing aroma while kissing the contour of her neck. Soon, the air is filled with her sweet-smelling voice and gentle, melodious voice. "I know you wouldn't purposely injure me, Gabriel." I'm sorry, but everything is well now. Amanda, I hurled you into a set of drawers, and my blow was far more powerful and agonizing for a person. I snarl, yanking up her sweatshirt, "Look what I done to you. What would you ask me to do, then? She steps back and scowls up at me.
"Punish me! Why don't you feel angry? She shakes her head and rolls her dark, grey eyes. Okay, you will have to make it up to me. Unknowingly caressing her back, I nod. I'll do anything. "Okay, um, you ought to tell the entire pack how you adore the wolf you have and that I'm the nicest guy on the planet, let me purchase video games since your house is dull. You'll also permit me to change you, and I'll have you go around the pack house.
I beg imploringly, "What about our house?" I'll get tormented for days if any of my guys see me, and I'll also lose all of my manliness. Perhaps I should have imposed the penalties myself. Then that's hardly a punishment, is it? she asks, grinning cruelly up at me. You must also amuse me and drive me out to eat my favorite foods, she said. I sigh, thinking that these are more like more hours with her than punishments. She reaches up and gives me a deep kiss while I hold behind of her thighs and tell her what's going through my head.
My fingers firmly grasp her waist, keeping her closer to me even as she makes my need for her grow. She leans back and beams a smile my way. That's precisely what I want, though. I ask her, incredulously, "Don't you even want to spend more time with me?" How is it possible that she believes I would not want to hang out with her? "If Only I had my decision, I would free up my entire schedule." Please pardon me, Amanda. "I have, Gabriel," she said. She lets out a gentle giggle, which makes me want to grab her and kiss her till she begs me to let go.

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Amanda Thomas's P.O.V.
The next morning.

"I'd like to formally present your Luna as well as my mate, Amanda Thomas, to you all." I wave and discreetly smile back at the gathering of around 800 pack members; in return, I hear cheers and hollers. In a secret meeting involving the Council and the pack's elders that Gabriel and I had attended, I swore loyalty to them, promising to be obedient and devoted to their protection and well-being. Then, just like he had done for me, I had promised Gabriel again and made a commitment to him. My blood was extracted to cement the vows, leaving a little incision along the inside of my palm which is still mending.
"I'll get you everything you ask for. Please do not make me do this; I'll even serve as your slave for my entire life." Glancing out at the blaze, he murmurs. I chuckle and touch his cheek after that. "You're the one who requested that I punish you, and it is long overdue, if I recall properly, which I do." I smile at him and put the plush wolf into his hand before walking away. He tightens his grasp on the toy and gives me an angry child's gaze while clenching his teeth. I make a motion with my brows for him to approach the microphone. Ryan groans and walks slowly, evidently waiting, and he chuckles beside me.
When he gives me one more glance before talking into the microphone, I wink at him. And one more thing. He lifts the wolf aloft and says, "This is a gift from my mate. Everyone give me the evil eye when you laugh. "Beats any other present I've received, and Amanda Thomas is the nicest human being ever," said the recipient. Before we all start laughing, there is a little period of silence. When I watch Gabriel roll his eyes and yell at certain members to begin the grill, I clench my gut and grab Ryan's shoulder. He then makes a threatening turn in my direction. I squeal as I jump off the big rock and blend in with the crowd.
He introduces me to the pack members and strikes up small talk with them during the course of the evening before whisking me off to be met by another. If Gabriel hadn't been there to reassure me anytime I grew very anxious, it would nearly be overpowering. I see Kelvin sitting alone on one of the several logs positioned around the big campfire as I make my way to the food table. Everybody from home was with me because Gabriel invited Chris' group to the campfire as well. Before heading over to Kelvin, I grab a plate and fill it with food.
I take a mouthful of my wonderful burger while seated next to him. What's up, stranger? I should probably ask where you were today. You weren't present in school. He takes a large piece of his sandwich while grinning knowingly. "Something crucial came up." I sigh and turn my head away as I yank a bit of pepper from the skewers and pop it in my mouth. He starts laughing out loud. ''Yeah? Like to sleep in?