Melissa's Mates (17 page)

“I can’t believe this! Channing, we’re going to have a child. A piece of the woman we love, in the flesh. It doesn’t get more perfect than this. God, I never thought I’d see the day. If Ayden ran into her, he should know. I need to call him and make sure no one says anything. Get your things. I want to get to her as soon as possible.”

Connor grabbed his phone and rushed to his room. With one hand he grabbed his bag and began tossing as many articles of clothing in as he could get.

“Ayden! You saw Melissa?”

“Well, hello to you, too. You sound better than the last time I talked to you. So, she stopped by, did she?”

“Yes, Channing and I are moving back to the house. Listen, I know you had to have sensed she’s pregnant. You didn’t say anything to anyone, did you?”

“Of course not. I did tell her congrats, but I don’t think she knew what I was talking about. Why?”

“We don’t think she should know yet. Melissa likes to feel in control. If we told her, she’d lose it. She needs to find out on her own.”

“Ah, I get it. Okay, I’ll make sure no one says anything if they run into you. We’ve done this before.”

“Sounds great. Thank you, Ayden. I know she came here because of you. I owe you one.”

His Alpha laughed. “No, I think she would have anyway. I just gave her an extra push. Now that you’re better, you know I need you back, right?”

“Just name it, and I’ve got you covered.”

“Good, there are a few things. Call me tonight, and we’ll go over everything. I’m on patrol right now, so I can’t get into the details. Congratulations on becoming a father. Tell Channing I said so, too. It can only be one of yours, but when you’re in these types of relationships, it’s more than that. The child and the mother become your main priority. You both are going to be great fathers.”

“Thanks, boss.”

“You’re welcome. I’ll talk to you later, Connor.”

Ayden hung up the phone, and warmth settled throughout his body. This was such good news. Excitement drove him to gather everything faster. He raced from the room to see Channing waiting for him. He smiled and gestured for the door. “Let’s go home.”

“Yes, home. “

They both walked outside and got in their vehicles. It didn’t take long for Connor to get lost in his thoughts concerning Melissa and their child. Channing and he were going to be the best fathers, and damn, he really wanted to be considered her husband.

Connor chewed on his bottom lip while he tried to think of how to break that big news. There was no way she would consent to marry him or Channing with everything that was going on. Once she found out she was pregnant, it was only going to be worse. Time was all he needed. He could wait. No matter how long it took. As long as he had Melissa close to his side and she was safe, he’d be content.

The island came into view, and he rolled down his window, taking in the salty sea breeze. Damn, he’d missed being so close to the beach. When he’d meant home, he was serious. Since leaving New Orleans, nothing had ever felt this close to home.

Channing followed close behind him. When he pulled in front of the house, Channing pulled in the drive. Melissa’s truck sat in her usual spot. It felt good. Today couldn’t get better.

Grabbing his bag, Connor hopped out and rushed up the stairs. Red hair blew against the breeze. Melissa looked like an angel as she held on to the railing of the deck and stared out toward the water. He’d seen this repeatedly while watching her, and it affected him the same way every time. His chest tightened with love. She turned and flashed him a bright smile.

“I missed this,” she said softly. “Being home, that is. I never thought I’d miss the sound of the waves crashing against the shore. The sound soothes me.”

“I missed you.”

Connor walked forward and pulled her into his arms. Her scent swept over him, and he closed his eyes, basking in the new fragrance caused by her pregnancy. “May I kiss you?”

Melissa’s hands cupped his cheeks. Connor opened his eyes and peered into her deep green depths. “Yes. I think I would like that very much.”

Silk ran through his fingers as he slid his hand up the back of her neck and cradled her head. Melissa’s soft curves leaned into his body. Wrapping his arm around her waist, he pulled her closer. “A part of me was missing while you were gone. I was lost without you.”

The fullness of her lips brushed against his. “I was lost, too. No matter how much I tried to convince myself that I was better off without you or Channing in my life, I knew it was a lie. Without the both of you, my heart would be incomplete. Do you really think this will work, Connor?”

“I know it will.”

“So do I.” Channing walked up to them, leaning against the railing. He took in the ocean and then turned to them smiling. “Feels good to be back.”

“Yes, let’s go inside and put your things up.” Melissa tugged on his arm.

“First, I want my kiss.” Connor pulled her face back to his and swept his tongue over her lips. She opened for him beautifully. Heat ignited as their tongue’s massaged into each other. Her taste was so sweet against his tongue. He wanted more, to taste her forever.

Channing pulled him in the direction of the front door, and he picked her up and followed, never breaking his lips from hers. Keys jingled, and he could feel Melissa move in his arms as she handed them over. Once Channing took them, she wrapped her arms around Connor’s neck and pulled him closer.

“Jesus. I pray my kiss is just as passionate. You both are making it extremely difficult to open this door. My hands are shaking.”

Once again, Connor was pulled forward. He walked inside and opened his eyes, heading for the bedroom. He could hear Channing following. Melissa broke her lips from his and looked up behind him.

“Wait. Channing, when was the last time you, you know, bit someone.”

Connor settled her on the bed, and Channing laughed and sat down. “Connor? How long ago was it?”

He shrugged. “Hell, four or five days ago? I don’t remember?”

Melissa’s mouth dropped as she looked back and forth between him. “You mean, you fed from Connor?”

“He won’t go to anyone else. I tried to tell him that you probably wouldn’t get mad, but he wouldn’t, and I couldn’t let him get any sicker than he already was. It wasn’t so bad.”

“Channing, why didn’t you come to me? I would have let you take whatever you needed. I didn’t know you were sick. God, what have I done?”

“Melissa, you haven’t done anything. It was my choice. Don’t blame yourself.”

Connor watched as she crawled in Channing’s lap and wrapped her legs around his waist. “Thank you. Even though it was a completely stupid, romantic, idiotic thing to do. Thank you. I don’t think you know how much that means to me.” Her hands reached to cup his face. “Gosh, you’re so cold. Please.” She moved her hair and exposed her neck. “Do it, Channing. Believe it or not, I’ve dreamed about this constantly. I
need
you to do this.”

Connor watched Channing’s eyes flash a vibrant blue. The shaking of his body was visible even from the few feet that separated them.

“Wait. Channing, maybe you should take from me first. It’s been a while. Don’t you think maybe we should let Melissa go second? We wouldn’t want anything to accidently happen.”

The vampire nodded at him frantically. “Excellent idea. I think you couldn’t be more right, Connor.”

Melissa eased from his lap and Connor and Channing met in the middle of the bed. “Just like before. I’ll bite your forearm. I’ll only take from Melissa’s neck.”

Connor held out his arm to Channing.

“Wait!” Melissa crawled to them. “Doesn’t the legends say a person has to be aroused or something? Does that apply to real life? I don’t want it to hurt him.”

“It only hurts a little. It’s okay, baby. There’s no need to worry.”

“No, I don’t want you in pain. Kiss me while he does it. Maybe that will help.”

“I’m not going to turn down that.” Connor laughed and patted his lap. Melissa’s settled against him, and immediately she began kissing him. He felt her push him to the bed while her weight settled on top of his body. Heat from her pussy rubbed against the hardness of his cock. Even through his jeans he could feel her warmth.

Fangs pieced his arm, barely registering in his lustful stupor. All he knew was Melissa, and with the way her eyes widened, he knew she could feel exactly what he was experiencing. Everything faded to the background. Fingers eased up the bottom of his shirt and proceeded up his chest. Using his free arm, Connor pulled the shirt over his head and left it to rest on the upper part of his arm that Channing was feeding from. Melissa pulled hers over her head and unclasped her bra. Seeing her breasts so close, he lifted his head and sucked her nipple into his mouth. Pleasure from Channing’s bite continued to race through his body.

This was so different from the last time the vampire had fed from him. Before, the puncturing had been painful, and what followed hadn’t been any better. But now all he felt was an overpowering amount of pleasure. Connor never knew it could be like this. No wonder Melissa didn’t mind. Hell, he could get used to this. Channing could bite him whenever he wanted, as long as things continued like they were with Melissa involved.

Fingers pulled at the button of his jeans, and he lifted, helping her take them off. Damn, it had been too long. Connor couldn’t think straight. Melissa’s scent hit him hard as her arousal increased. “Channing, fuck, don’t stop. Don’t ever fucking stop.”

The sight of Melissa pulling off her jeans and panties had Connor reaching for her. He couldn’t wait any longer. “Baby, come sit on my face. I need to taste you.”

“No, I want to taste you first.”

Connor groaned as her small hand wrapped around his thickness. Slowly, she stroked him from the base of his cock to his sensitive tip. Red hair spanned over his stomach as she lowered herself above him. Warmth from her tongue traced around the head, nearly causing him to bolt from the electrifying pleasure.

“Fuck.” Connor drew out the word while he battled to keep his eyes open. He wanted to see every movement her sweet lips made. Just the sight of her pink tongue made him harder. She moaned while she suctioned in more of his length.

Channing’s lips broke from his arm. Deep pants came from beside him. “Damn, our bond is so much richer when we’re all together. Melissa, move this way and let me touch you. “

Connor watched as she complied. The arch in her back as she raised her ass up in Channing’s direction caused him to curse out loud. “God, you’re beautiful. Channing?”

The vampire smiled at him, looking to know exactly what he wanted. Lips tightened around his cock and at the same time her fingers wrapped firmly around his thickness. Hell, he was in a shitload of trouble if she kept this up much longer.

* * * *

Channing took in Melissa’s beautiful pussy. The wetness glistened and called to him. But he knew what needed to be done before he claimed her.

Using two of his fingers, he traced along her folds and pushed them deep inside of her. A cry came from her mouth as she leaned back, forcing him in more. When he withdrew, she made small sounds of protest. Leaning toward Connor, he slid the two fingers past his friend’s lips.

Heat from Connor’s mouth encircled him, but he kept his focus on Melissa’s face. Her expression went from shock to acceptance in seconds as she moaned louder and pushed her ass back toward him.

“More,” Connor moaned.

Channing nodded and brought himself back to caress her wet slit. Once again, he slid inside of her, feeling her tightness grip around him like a glove. “Do you like that, Melissa?” Pushing against her G-spot, he heard her muffled answer of yes.