Absolution (7 page)

“Slow—Kitty.”

“No—right there. Ev—I wanna, please, let me…oh God, Ev, Ev, Ev—”

She grabbed at his back again, clawing at him, egging him on. Everett lost his rhythm. He was going to come, but he wanted her there first. He plucked at her hard nubs before he ran his hands down her body. He gave her clit a hard pinch and she screamed, shuddering around his shaft.

That was it, he lost it. Everett threw his head back and howled, coming inside Kitty. He collapsed on top of her, but didn’t stay for long. Everett rolled off and cuddled her to his side. Kitty stretched a leg over him and rested her head on his chest.

Neither said anything for a while—Everett basked in the glory of finally having a mate. They still had plenty to deal with, but their bond could only grow from here.

A door opened and closed.

“Shoot. The girls must be back.” Kitty didn’t even try to move.

Everett thought he should get up. He wasn’t sure if they’d come into their sister’s room or not. He didn’t want to scar the girls for life.

“I should—”

“I don’t want to move.”

The bedroom door crept open. Everett reached for the covers and hurried under them, making sure they were both covered.

It wasn’t her sisters.
What the fuck?
The man wore a suit and appeared dignified until he looked at Everett. A sneer appeared on his face.

“Girls—what are you…Kurt. How—why—?” Kitty scrambled to the headboard, taking the covers with her.

“Sir, you need to get out of this room now.” Everett moved to get off the bed.

Everett didn’t care who the guy was, but he didn’t belong here. He wasn’t expecting the growl. Kurt lunged across the room—his eyes wild and dangerous. Everett pushed Kitty out of the way and shoved at the running man. They both hit the floor with a thud. Everett was seconds away from shifting and bringing the crazed man down.

“Uncle Kurt, stop it right now!”

His mate had a powerful set of lungs on her, but it didn’t stop her uncle. He was going to have to go wolf. He shifted into his wolf as fast as he could and charged, gripping Kurt’s leg between his teeth. Everett shook his head and snarled, not letting go no matter how much Kurt struggled. Kitty called for him to stop, but he couldn’t no matter how scared she sounded.

“Ev—please—stop, it’s okay—let him go—Ev…”

Kurt had come into their space and attacked them. He had to protect his home, his family. Everett could feel Kurt starting to shift when he was jerked off him. He wheeled around to see Langford and Russ standing in the doorway. Kitty clutched a blanket to her with a trembling hand and she was very pale, her eyes wide. Everett shifted back and went for her, wrapping his arms around her.

“I’m sorry, Mr Masters, I was afraid something like this might happen.”

“It isn’t your fault, Mr Harrington. Please, call me Russ, and thank you for the heads-up.”

Since when had Russ and the lawyer become buddy-buddy? Not that he really cared, he was actually thankful because if they hadn’t stepped in he might have killed Kurt.

“You’re welcome. And it’s Langford. Kitty, if you’re not going home, you need to name a successor.”

“I agree. Kurt cannot be in charge of the pack. I think you’re next in line. You can hold the pack together until my sisters are old enough to decide if they want to run it.” Kitty didn’t look directly at Kurt.

“I’m right here and you can’t fucking do this to me. I’m the alpha. I’m in charge and you are mine.”

“You’re sick, Uncle Kurt, and you need help. I know it was you who killed my parents.”

Langford’s gasp stopped Kitty. God, Everett was so proud of his mate. He could see her running a pack, but he was happy she wanted to stay with him. Not that he wouldn’t pick his life up and move with her. All she had to do was ask and he’d be there. That was what family was all about.

“Yes, Langford, you heard me right. Somehow he used magic to force my mom into shooting Dad, then taking her own life.”

“I knew he was sick with his unhealthy obsession over you, but I didn’t think he’d go this far. What can we do?” Langford adjusted his tie. That was the only outward action that Everett saw that would make him think the lawyer was unnerved. Langford still seemed so put together, as if they were in a boardroom or something.

“Not much. We need to keep him under wraps while we deal with the human issues. Russ, do you have a place here or should he go back to D.C.?” Kitty looked over to where Russ had Kurt by the scruff of his neck.

She was magnificent and he was getting hard.
Damn it
. Russ smirked at him. Everett flipped him the bird.

“It’s probably best if he stays here. I can get Zareb to contain him so he can’t mess with our big reveal.”

“This isn’t over, you know. I always get what I want,” Kurt whined.

It was pretty pathetic, but Everett shouldn’t have expected more from a man who had to have someone help him with his dirty work.

“That may have been the case in the past, but that is over. You killed my parents and that was your first mistake. Coming after me was your second. I’m not the same scared little girl. I’ve learned a few things. I’m strong and now—now I have a mate.”

“No!” Kurt lunged for her, but didn’t get far. Russ held him up short.

“Yes, Ev and I just finished the ritual.”

“Congratulations.” Russ bowed his head to them.

Nothing could ruin the happiness that Everett was feeling. He had his mate. Kurt wasn’t going to be a problem anymore.

“Hey, what’s going on?”

That slight bit of distraction was all Kurt needed to make his move. It happened in slow motion, or it seemed. Everett watched Kurt wrench out of Russ’ grasp and charge Kitty. Someone screamed, it could have been him. He didn’t know and didn’t care. Everett scrambled to get to Kitty before Kurt could, but he knew he was going to be too late. She was too far away. Even if he shifted he wouldn’t reach her in time. He tripped over the rug and sprawled on the floor. Russ was right behind him and jumped over him. Their main focus was getting to Kitty before Kurt did something that couldn’t be fixed. Everett scrambled up, finding a bit of traction from the rug, but it wasn’t needed. Kitty hauled back and slugged Kurt right in the face. He went down clutching his nose.

Kitty shook her hand. “Ouch, ouch, ouch. That hurt.”

“Are you okay?” Everett finally reached her.

“I hurt my hand.”

“Well, it looks like you might have broken his nose so maybe it was worth it.”

“It was. If you know what’s good for you, Kurt, you’ll stay down.” Kitty frowned at her uncle, hands on her hips. Everett wondered if she realised she was naked, but he wasn’t going to break the moment. She was an Amazon.

“I’d listen to her pal, if you don’t—I’ll let her loose on your ass. Got it?” Everett added his own glare.

“I think we’ve all had enough excitement for one night.” Russ picked Kurt up and dragged him out of the bedroom.

“We always miss all the fun.” Bunny pouted and Poppy nodded right alongside her.

Where did they come from?
Everett was very aware of how naked he was. He reached behind him to grab a blanket or something, but Kitty thrust his jeans at him. He turned his back and put them on. Most wolves weren’t shy about being naked in front of each other, but they were Kitty’s sisters and young and—yeah, he’d rather have clothes on when dealing with them.

Russ, Langford and Kurt left the house. At least they wouldn’t have to worry about the unknown that was Kurt. He’d be dealt with for killing Kitty’s parents and that was the important thing.

“So, what did we miss?” Bunny winked at Everett.

Chapter Eight

Kitty yawned and stretched. It was a new day. She could almost believe last night hadn’t happened, but she didn’t want to wish it all away. Parts of it were good.

“Mornin’.”

And that was one of them. Everett hadn’t left last night. After they’d filled the girls in on what had happened Kitty had fixed them both dinner. The girls had their own things to do. Most of it had involved putting away the stuff they’d bought.

Kitty was just happy she didn’t have to worry about supporting them. Their parents had set up a trust for Poppy and Bunny. No one would want for anything. Not that they needed much. Just each other.

And maybe Everett. Okay, most certainly Everett.

“Good morning.” Kitty snuggled into his side.

Everett kissed the top of her head. “What’s the plan for today?”

“Well, I need to call back the Senator I left a message for yesterday as well as the First Lady’s secretary.”

“You have the First Lady’s phone number?”

“I met her one on one—once—and we’ve socialised a bit at different political events. My dad didn’t introduce us to many people because he wanted his politics and his personal life separate, but I wanted to meet her so he made it happen. I’m hoping she can get Russ in to see the President so he can plead our case and get government support. I also need to let Russ know it’s okay if he tells the President I’m a shifter. His wife can vouch for me—kind of—and so can the Senator.”

“You really are the key to everything.”

“Only your heart.”

“You’ve got that right.”

“Are you two done being mushy? I’m hungry,” Poppy interrupted them.

Kitty had to look to make sure the door was closed.

“Your arms and legs aren’t broken—make yourself something or see if they’re still serving at the big house.”

“Stupid guy comes in and…” her voice trailed off as she left Kitty’s bedroom door.

At least she hadn’t tried to open it. They’d have to set some new rules if—well—she should probably ask him.

“And ignore my sister. You could…I don’t know…move in today?”

Everett tackled her to the bed and straddled her lap. “Really? Are you sure? It’s not too soon?”

He seemed just as nervous about it as she was, that calmed her down.

“We’re mated, Ev, of course I’m sure.”

Everett leant down and nuzzled her neck, licking at the spot he’d bitten yesterday.

She shoved him off and put on some clothes before going to the bathroom. She wanted to kiss him, but not with morning breath.
Yuck.

“Where are you going?” Everett struggled into his jeans and followed her.

“I need to brush my teeth so I can kiss you.”

Everett grabbed her arm and tugged her to him.

“Kiss me.”

“But—”

“Kiss me,” Everett demanded again.

Kitty sighed, but reached up—getting on her tiptoes—and kissed him. It must not have been enough because Everett deepened the kiss. She moaned into his mouth.

“How romantic.” Bunny’s sigh had Kitty backing away.

She’d have to remember she had impressionable teens in the house, well, at least one.

“I thought you’d gone to breakfast with Poppy?”

“Not yet. You two are so dreamy together.”

Everett was behind her with his head buried in her back. He shook and she figured that meant he was laughing. At least things wouldn’t be dull.

“Ev is going to move in today.”

“Cool. See you later.” Bunny waved over her shoulder and left the house.

“You could stop laughing any time.”

“No, I don’t think I can.”

Kitty shook her head.
Nope, never dull.

“Do you want breakfast or not?”

“Yes, please.”

“Good, now let me go brush my teeth.”

“Yes, ma’am.”

“Oh, I could get used to that.” Kitty smiled at Everett and patted him on the cheek.

He had a strange gleam in his eyes. She figured now might be a good time to run. She turned and dashed down the hallway with Everett right on her heels. She let him catch her once they got into the restroom.

“We could take a shower.” Everett had her backed against a wall, her hands by her head, and she couldn’t move.

His body pressed against hers and she felt his arousal through his jeans. She wanted him again. As a matter of fact, she didn’t think there would ever be a time when she didn’t want him.

“Yeah—or you could fuck me against this here wall first.”

Everett moaned, scraped his teeth down her throat and bit down on her nipple through her shirt. Kitty arched her back.

“Mine.”

“Yes, I’m yours and you’re mine,” Kitty agreed.

“Against the wall, huh?” Everett winked at her.

“Think you’re strong enough?”

Everett snorted at her challenge. He held both her wrists in one hand and reached between them to unbuckle his pants. He wiggled out of them until he was completely naked. She still had on a pair of sleep shorts and a T-shirt. Kitty wondered how he planned on keeping her pinned and undressing her at the same time. He pushed her shorts down and she stepped out of them. The ripping sound was her first clue as to how he was getting her out of her shirt. She looked down to see Everett using his teeth to tug on the material. It was one of the hottest things she’d ever seen. He finally let go of her wrists, but she was pressed tight against the wall. Kitty wasn’t going anywhere and that was fine by her.

“Ev—”

“Don’t Ev me now. You wanted it against the wall and challenged me. Against the wall it is. Can you handle it?”

“Yes, please.”

He had the shirt open, but didn’t bother removing it. She wrapped her legs around him and he cupped her ass.

“It’s going to be fast and hard,” Everett whispered in her ear.

“Oh—God, please.” Kitty closed her eyes and leaned her head back.

His ripping her clothes off her was more exciting than anything she could have ever imagined. She was already wet and ready for him. All she wanted was him inside her.

Everett eased into her body. It was too slow after his promise of fast and hard, but he wouldn’t let her hurry the moment. He pulled out of her just as slowly.

“Ev—”

He took her breath away when he slammed into her body. Over and over. This was what she wanted. Kitty had to hold on and enjoy the ride, her body slapping against the wall as she tried to meet his thrusts. It was wild, something so primitive, Kitty had never experienced such a connection before. It had to be the mate bond. She could almost feel Everett’s passion as he pounded away. She was going to be sore, but she didn’t care, it was worth it. Everett hadn’t been kidding about fast and hard. Kitty was already on the edge. The force of his dick was delicious.