Summer of the Beast (4 page)

Chapter Six

Violet snuggled against Salvador's chest while he carried her into the bathroom and set her onto the counter. “Stay there, baby, while I run a nice warm bath for you. It will take some of the soreness away.” He kissed her cheek and turned the water on.

All four of her men had claimed her. Cal or her uncle could do nothing to her now except kill her. She still didn't feel any different, and that worried her. “Salvador, shouldn't I feel something, or be able to tell what my powers are going to be?”

He lifted her up and stepped into the tub with her. “I don't know, baby. We'll have to talk with your grandfather after your bath. Right now, just relax and let me clean you. By then Landon will have lunch ready for us.”

Salvador grabbed the shampoo and scrubbed her head, his fingers making her sigh. “God, that feels good.”

His soapy hands roamed down to her shoulders, where he proceeded to massage all the knots out of her. He moved his hands to her breasts, giving them the same special treatment. By the time his magical hands moved to her pussy, Violet was burning up with need again. “What did you guys do to me? I feel like a cheap whore.” She moaned when he pushed two fingers into her pussy.

He nipped her neck. “Don't ever let me hear you call yourself that again, Violet. I'm an easygoing person, but that is one thing I won't tolerate. You are our mate and you will crave our touch as we crave yours. It's only natural for you to want us, baby, and it will only grow stronger as time goes on.”

She turned in his arms and faced him. “Well, then, I guess you'd better get started pleasing your mate, because right now I need that long thick cock inside me again.” Violet pulled on his bottom lip and sucked it into her mouth as she rose up, sinking down onto his cock. “I think I'll stay right here. God, you feel so good.” Violet pressed her forehead against his and he smiled.

Salvador lifted her hips and surged up into her. “Hmm, the only problem with that, I'm afraid, is that we'd go hungry. That's it, baby, ride me.”

Violet threw her head back and rode him as fast as she could. He sucked her nipple into his mouth at the same time Salvador probed her ass with his finger. “I can't wait to fuck this ass. I bet it's just as tight as your pussy.” He stood with her in his arms and leaned her against the cool tile wall. “Wrap your arms around me, baby, and hold on.”

She wrapped her legs around him, grabbing onto his shoulders. One of his fingers pushed into her pussy next to his cock and she moaned. “Salvador!”

“Easy, I've got you.” He pulled his finger out and slowly worked it into her ass, stretching her. The duel penetration sent a small orgasm through her, building her sexual excitement higher. His hips moved faster as he slammed his cock in and out of her pussy, his finger stroking in and out of her ass.

“Oh, my God!” She screamed. The tingling started at her pussy and spread to every inch of her body. Her nails dug into his shoulders as he pumped into her twice more before releasing his seed into her.

He kneeled into the soapy water as he pulled out of her and washed her tenderly while kissing her lips. “Let's get dressed and get some food.” Salvador helped her out of the tub, taking a large heated towel and rubbing her dry.

“Hey, lunch is ready.” Kelvin popped his head in and scanned her body from head to toe. “God, you're beautiful. All nice and flushed. I think we need to keep you like that.”

Violet laughed and threw the towel at Kelvin's face while Salvador reached over and grabbed one of his shirts, holding it out for her.

Kelvin laughed and threw the towel into the laundry bin, then suddenly stopped and snarled. His eyes flashed red and claws replaced fingers. “They're attacking! Move her to the safe room.”

Salvador picked her up and flung her over his shoulder as he ran out of the bathroom.

“I can help,” Violet insisted. “Put me down, Salvador.”

He didn't listen as he lowered her to the ground in a room. Grace stood in the room and wrapped her arms around her as Salvador shut and locked the door. “Damn it, I can help! Why are they doing this?” Violet pulled out of Grace's arms and paced back and forth. There were no windows and only a small light lit the room. There were two couches, one against each wall, a small fridge in the corner, and another door leading to a small bathroom.

“Honey, you need to calm down. The men are bound and determined to keep you safe. It's bred in them to protect their mate.”

Violet jumped as the room shook. She stepped in front of Grace when the door to the room blew open.

Paul aka Cal, stood there with two men. “You couldn't wait for me, could you, slut? Well, that doesn't matter. You'll still be mine!” He snarled, half man and half beast.

Inside her body, something heated spreading throughout her. Grace gasped behind her, but Violet ignored her and smiled. Her power was there. “I don't think so, slime bucket.” Words she didn't know sprouted out of her mouth. Her hands moved, drawing the spell and shoving it towards Paul and his men.

They screamed and fell to the ground, grabbing their heads, but that didn't stop Violet. Power ripped around the room. Wind brushed against her face, her hair flew back from her face, and her body lifted off the floor.

Landon stepped into the hallway and grabbed Cal up by his neck while Kelvin and Norris grabbed the other two men. Her grandfather moved into the room and stared at her, but nothing mattered except their deaths.

“Violet, pull the power in. You don't want to do this. Your mates have them. They won't hurt anyone again,” her grandfather pleaded, moving closer to her.

She glanced at him, then at Salvador, who stepped into the room. “Come on, baby, pull it in.”

Calmness settled over her and the power slowly pulled back inside her. Violet smiled, knowing Salvador had sent his new powers into her, calming her. Her body lowered to the floor and Salvador captured her into his arms. “We're so proud of you.” He nibbled her neck.

“Really? Then why lock me up?” Violet squirmed in his arms. “Let me go, Salvador. I want to go make sure everyone is okay.”

He wrapped his arm around her waist and moved with her out of the room. Landon and her other mates had dragged Cal and his men away. The wall outside was charred and black from the explosion. “Looks like you'll need to update your room.” She smiled. “I guess explosions won't keep everyone out.”

Salvador growled. “We'll fix it, believe me. We have a precious possession we must protect.” He licked her neck and she laughed.

“I resent being called a possession.” Violet slapped his stomach as he led her into the large kitchen. Her father and Blane stood looking out at the sliding glass door. They both turned as they came into the room and smiled at them.

Grace flew into her father's arms. “Where's Wrath?” She glanced around.

“He and a couple of other men went after the rest of the rogues. He'll be fine.” Caster kissed Grace's cheek and turned his attention to her. “So I heard your powers have come to you, finally.”

Violet shrugged. “I don't know what I did, really. It was as if someone else was casting the spells.” She turned and glanced at her grandfather. “What about my uncle? Was he captured?”

“Yes, he and the others are on their way to council headquarters, where their fate will be decided.” Landon strolled over to her and scooped her up into his arms.

“Put me down, Landon. We need to talk.” Violet squirmed until he put her into a kitchen chair.

“What do we need to talk about? The threat is gone for now. Only physical damage was done to the house, which will be easy to repair, and everyone is accounted for.” Landon trapped her in the chair, kneeling in front of her, holding onto her legs.

“I need to go to my house, Landon. I have things I need to do there. And I'm going to have to make arrangements to go back to New York. Since Cal is taken care of, the board needs to be informed and we need to get those permits.” She pushed his hands away and got up, going to the fridge. “I also need to decide what I'm going to do with the condo there. Maybe we should keep it so that if we visit New York, we'd have a place to stay.” She grabbed a Coke, watching Norris and Kelvin spread out the lunch meat, potato salad, bread, and dressings onto the counter.

* * * *

Landon knew she was pulling away from them; he could feel the uncertainty and the need to escape. Gently he pulled her back into the kitchen chair and kneeled in front of her. “Violet, I can feel your confusion, anxiety, and fear, but we can work this out. Just don't shut us out.” Landon reached up and cupped her cheek.

Violet sighed and glanced around the room. “Landon, in three days I've gone from being alone, to having four mates, a father, stepmother, brother, and two grandfathers. I've moved and now I'm expected to move again. I'd like to go back to my house for tonight, alone. I need to think. Can you give me tonight, please?”

He stood and glanced around the room. Caser came up to him and patted his shoulder. “Why don't Grace, Wrath, my father, and I spend the night with her at her place? That way, if she has any questions, we'll be there. Plus, it will give you four time to get this place cleaned up a little before she comes back.”

The thought of his mate not being in their bed tonight made Landon's wolf snarl, but he knew she needed this time. He nodded and glanced down at her again. “I want you to bring anything you want her to the house, Violet. This is your home now. You decorate it any way you want. We all want you to feel comfortable here.”

She smiled and stood, hugging him. “Thank you. This means a lot to me, Landon.” Violet stared up at her father. “Can we go now?”

Caser nodded and Landon watched as all four of them walked out onto the back porch. Violet turned. “I'll call you when I have a load of stuff to come over, and Landon?”

He saw the uncertainty in her gaze. “I've always been taught and shown home is where the heart is, and right now all four of you are already taking over my heart,” she whispered, but all of them had heard her as Grace wrapped her arm around her waist and lead her to the limo.

Kelvin and Norris stepped up next to him. “I know we're doing the right thing by letting her go, but right now all I want to do is drag her back here and chain her to our bed.”

Norris nodded. “Why don't we start cleaning up? And while we're at it, let's set up a special night for her tomorrow. Give her the romance she deserves, candles, flowers, the whole bit.”

Landon grinned. “You read my mind. I was thinking the same thing. I was also thinking we should let her take over the master bedroom. We can put our belongings in the two rooms beside it. This way it will be a place she can call hers even though we share it. I'll also have the new master bed delivered here this afternoon.”

They all nodded and set about making their home ready for their mate's return.

Chapter Seven

Violet sat in the middle of the bedroom with a box she had found tucked into the closet. Slowly she opened it and took out a letter addressed to her.

My Dear Daughter,

If you're reading this, then I've passed onto the next realm and you've discovered who your father is. I want to first say I'm sorry from keeping his identity from you. At the time I believed it would be best for everyone. Inside this box there is a letter for your father's mate.

She looked up to see Grace standing at the window, staring out. Violet reached inside the box and pulled out the envelope with Grace's name on it. “Grace.”

Grace turned, walking over to her and smiling. “What's this?” she asked, sitting down in front of her.

“I don't know, and I'm sorry if it hurts you when you read it. My mother left it for you.” Violet glanced down at her own letter and continued to read.

I've seen a glimpse of your future, Violet, and it is a one of warmth and love. You will be surrounded by your mates who will protect, love, and cherish you as you deserve. I also see my father will be there to guide you, and that pleases me. Tell him I never stopped loving him and that I forgave him long ago. I just never had the strength to come home.

I must warn you, Violet, there are those who are hunting you and want you destroyed because of the power that will one day be yours. I know one of those who hunt you is your uncle, my brother, which saddens me. I've kept you safe as much as possible, but now it's up to your mates. Remember this name and inform your father and your mates, Andrew Almond. He's been tracking you and he is your biggest threat.

Don't waste time grieving for me. I will always be with you in your heart. I love you, Violet, more than life. That is why I gave my life for you. So you could live.

Love Mother

Tears rolled down Violet's cheeks as she glanced up at Grace and also saw tears streaming down her face. “Your father was her chosen one, but your mother stepped away, knowing his heart was with me. I'm so sorry, Violet.”

Violet smiled. “There is nothing to be sorry about, Grace. Mother knew what she was doing. I think that one night she and Father had was her way to have a piece of him—me—because she knew he belonged to you. Mother knew a mate was a more a physical bond than that of a chosen one. From what my mother taught me in her world, chosen ones could walk away like a divorce, where mates can't.”

Grace nodded and reached over the box, hugging her. “If you ever need anything, please come to me, Violet. I can't take your mother's place, but I owe her for what she did. The sacrifice she made amazes me.”

“I think it might be best if we don't tell Father. It would just make him regret more what happened.” Violet pulled back and moaned when her father and grandfathers walked into the room.

“Tell me what?” Caser eyed them both and Grace shook her head, handing him the paper.

“No, Violet, he has a right to know. I wouldn't keep this from him.” Grace patted her arm while her father read the letter.

She handed her letter to her grandfather and he read it. By the time the men had read both letters, the room was filled with unshed tears.

Blane glanced down at her. “Violet, I know you wanted to be here tonight, but we need to get you back to your mates. We need to find this man your mother mentioned. I thought he was dead and so did Landon, but if what your mother says is true…” He shook his head and pulled out his cell phone. “I don't know how he is still alive.”

Violet stood and stretched, placing her hand on Blane's arm. “I have a better idea. They're going to be at his club tonight, aren't they?”

“Most likely. They own it and are there almost every night.” Caser grinned. “What do you have in mind?”

“Even though it hurt them, they let me come back here. I want to give them something in return. Would you and Grace take me to the club tonight? I'd like to surprise them. I can have all this”—she waved her hand around the room—”delivered to their home, where we can all go through it and decide together.”

“Violet, it's your home now, too.” Caser kissed her cheek. “Why don't you let Grace help you pick out something for the club?”

She nodded and watched all three men move out of the room. “I don't really have clothes that would be okay for this.” Violet frowned and walked into her closet.

“Well, I happen to know tonight is lingerie night, so let's see what you have there.”

Violet laughed. “Now, that I have lot of.” Violet and Grace dug through her three drawers of lingerie, picking out outfits for both her and Grace.

Staring into the bathroom mirror, Violet smiled. The light blue corset hugged her ample breasts, her long red hair swayed down her to bottom, and the white garters were perfect for the Fourth of July. Tonight she would start her new life with her men. Violet only hoped she didn't embarrass her mates.

Grace peeked into the bathroom. “You ready?”

She nodded and strolled out of the bathroom. “As ready as I'll ever be.” Violet grabbed her long summer coat, careful not to fall on her ass in the five-inch pumps she wore. “I swear I'll never understand how some women can walk all day in these things.”

Caser laughed, holding the front door open. “But they are sexy as hell.” Her father snarled at Grace as he scanned her body before she closed her coat.

“You would say that. I'd like to see you wear them for an hour.” Grace grumbled, pulling her into the awaiting limo.

Violet glanced up at her father when he got in. “I take it my grandfathers are coming tonight.” She grinned.

Her father laughed. “No, both of them are going to see to it that all your furnishings and personal things are delivered to your new home. They'll have them stored in the garage. That way you can go through a box at a time.”

Staring out the window, Violet nodded. “My mates won't have any other women when we show up, would they? I don't know if I could handle that.” Violet glanced at her father and he snarled.

“They'd better not if they know what's good for them, but I know for a fact that each of them have released the submissives they had two nights ago. Don't worry, dear, everything will be fine and they'll love that you surprised them.”

Violet took a deep breath and stared up at the large mansion-like club. The parking lot was packed and guards stood all around the perimeter. “I take it you and grandfather called in the Dog Squad for tonight? Isn't that going to give away my surprise?” She stepped out of the limo and stared up at the large antique doors.

“No, they think my father is coming.” Her father laughed and escorted her and Grace up the stairs. The large doors swung open as soft blues music played in the background, and the aroma of barbecued chicken and other meat swirled around her.

She laughed with her father and Grace as her stomach growled. “I guess I'm a little hungry.”

A large brute of a man came up to them as they stepped into the hallway. “Welcome, sir. Can I take the ladies’ coats?”

Violet took her coat off, slowly glancing around. “This place is amazing.” The high ceiling and old carvings on the woodwork spoke of class.

The man smiled. “The boss made sure the place was brought back to its original form. Are you here with Caser or do you need a flower?”

Caser laughed. “Is the boss around? This is his mate, my daughter, Violet,” he explained to the man, who turned a bright red.

“I'm so sorry. I didn't know.” He bowed to her. “I'll get him right away. He and your other mates are at the bar.” He turned to leave but Violet reached out and touched his arm.

“Please, let me surprise them.” She smiled as Caser wrapped his arm around her waist and Grace moved to the main bar area.

* * * *

Landon leaned against the bar, scoping out the club, which was packed for the Fourth of July lingerie party. Kelvin and Norris were next to him, suddenly snarling. Slowly he straightened and glanced up at the doorway to the hall.

Violet stood with her father and Grace. Her gaze landed on him and she smiled as Caser led them into the room. All eyes followed them and he too wanted to snarl at all the men staring at their mate in her seductive outfit.

“I hope it's okay if I came tonight,” Violet mumbled, glancing down at the ground.

He lifted her chin with two of his fingers. “I'm thrilled to have you here, but what changed your mind?”

She smiled. “I was reading a letter from my mom and realized I could go through all her things at our home, together with the four of you. And my grandfathers and dad thought it best to come here since the threat isn't over.” Violet glanced out at the room.

He frowned and looked up at Caser. “What is she talking about?”

Caser nodded to the bartender and ordered a drink. “Remember the old alpha, Andrew Almond?”

A cold chill went up his spine and he nodded while he pulled Violet into his arms and rested his chin on her head.

“From the letter Violet read, it seems your old alpha is still alive and he's been tracking Violet here. The way I interpreted the letter, Violet's mother has dealt with him before. Blane has called in your Dog Squad and they are now outside surrounding the building. They will take shifts protecting her until we find out where he is.” Caser frowned, pulling Grace into his arms while he cupped one of her breasts. “I thought you killed him with the challenge.”

Landon snarled and pushed Violet towards Kelvin. “Kelvin, why don't you take Violet outside to get something to eat with Grace? I can hear her stomach rumbling.” He swatted her ass. “Next time, don't go so long without eating. I'll be out in a minute after I talk with your father.”

“Hey!” Violet grinned at him. “If that is what an erotic spanking is, boy, is it lacking.” She teased and turned to leave when he reached out and stopped her.

“Honey, we haven't even begun. We'll show you soon.” He nipped her lower lip. “Now, go.”

Once Violet and Grace were outside, he turned to Caser. “I ripped the motherfucker's throat out. How the hell could he be alive? And what contact do you think Violet's mother had with him?” Norris stood beside them and drummed on the bar with his hand.

“At the time of the challenge, if I remember right, there were a group of vampires around. They didn't contact us or anyone, but we knew they were here. Is it possible they saved him and turned him?” Norris glanced at Caser, then at him.

“If that's the case, then he's more dangerous than before. From what Ashley told Grace in the letter, Andrew confronted her after he learned of her pregnancy. He offered to claim Violet as his child and she turned him down. Also, Ashley saw her own death and it was Andrew. Now I understand why she didn't have Violet heal her. Andrew would have had a direct link to Violet.” Caser swallowed the last of his beer and laid the glass down on the counter.

“You should also know we just found out I was Ashley's chosen one. She gave up everything so I could be with Grace, protecting our child alone for the past twenty-three years.” He shook his head. “I should have been there for them, but I won't fail her now. I've called in my old team, Landon. They know Andrew and his weaknesses since he was in our unit. They'll be here in the morning to start the hunt. I want this man dead.” He snarled. “I won't rest till I see his corpse burned. He's caused too much pain to my daughter.”

Landon was shocked. To give up one's chosen one was rare, but it could be done. “Agreed, but Caser, if you didn't know then about Ashley, you can't blame yourself. The mating bond is stronger and you wouldn't have noticed the connection to Ashley.” He turned and all three of them slowly made their way outside.

“Does your father know anyone on the Vampire Council? Maybe we could find out something from them.”

He scanned the backgrounds and found his mate sitting on a blanket, eating with Kelvin and Salvador.

“He's already made the call and is waiting for it tonight. He will be here after all of Violet's things are moved with Vanworth.” Caser sat down next to Grace and brushed her hair back. “You look beautiful tonight.”

She snorted. “You're just saying that because you want to strap me to the St. Andrew Cross and let everyone watch as you have your fun.”

Landon laughed and pulled Violet into his lap. “Well, the crowd sure does love a show.” He glanced down at Violet, who grinned up at him. “One day we'll have you up on that cross, begging, but tonight we'll go slow since you've never experienced any of this.” He kissed her lips, tasting the barbeque sauce on them.

She leaned into him, grabbing his vest. “Hmm, slow. I don't know if I want slow tonight. You promised me an erotic spanking.” Violet reached down between them and rubbed his swelling cock. “While researching my books, I've come across so many stories with erotic spankings and I have to say I never get so wet from craving it.”

He grabbed her hand and pulled it behind her back. “Is that so? And tell me, what kind of stories have you been writing, little one?” Landon lowered his head and scraped his teeth against the swell of her breast.

Violet moaned. “Erotic stories. After waiting so long to find the right man, a girl has to have some fantasies.”

“Kelvin, hand me the handcuffs. Erotic stories. We'll have to make sure to read every one of your stories, but for tonight, we'll make sure you have a very pleasant evening before we go home. Now turn and watch the fireworks.” He clipped the cuffs around her delicate wrists in front of her.

Salvador reached over and untied the first three ribbons of her corset, exposing her breasts. Violet glanced down at her exposed breasts, then at him. Her nipples hardened and Kelvin lowered his head, sucking one into his mouth while Salvador did the other.

“Not a word unless we ask you a question. You are to call each of us Master. We only want to hear those cute little noises you make while we pleasure you.” Landon whispered in her ear while the fireworks lit the sky.

Norris handed Kelvin and Salvador the nipple clamps. He slid his hand up her hip and brushed her bare mound. “So wet, little pet. I can't wait to see you spread over the spanking bench tonight.”