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"How long does what take?"

Mitch glanced at his feet again. "Getting used to the idea that you aren't the only thing inside your skin."

"Do you want the truth or the pretty lie that will make you feel better?"

"The truth."

Garrett smiled at him and said, "You never get used to it."

"That's what I was afraid of."

"It gets easier though," he said. "After a while, it just becomes a part of who you are. You're never quite alone after that first shift."

Mitch nodded his head and looked back across the clearing. "Bryce said I might shift tonight."

"It's possible. You're wolf seems a little eager to show himself."

"Will it make me appear weak to say I'm scared shitless?"

Garrett grinned. "No. Being scared is what keeps us human."

"I'll take your word for it," Mitch said. He slapped his hands on his knees and took a deep breath before turning to look at him. "So, are you going to shift with the others and join in the hunt?"

"No," he said. "I don't want to leave Rayna alone until she's ready to shift."

"So I take it you're staying?"

Garrett shrugged his shoulder. "For a while, I suppose. We can't decide on anything until after Rayna shifts for the first time."

"Will she tonight, you think?"

Garrett looked back across the clearing at her. "No. She can feel the wolf but she can barely call her enough to get her eyes to change color. It'll be a few more weeks I think."

"Well, I feel kind of sorry for you when she does."

"And why is that?"

Mitch stood and stepped down off the rock. He turned to look at him and grinned. "Rayna already has you whipped. Just imagine what that wolf of hers is going to do to your sorry ass."

Garrett laughed as Mitch walked away and stood up when he saw Rayna walking toward him. He reached for her, helping her up onto the rock face and pulled her into his arms. "What do you say we just skip this whole thing and head for the creek?"

She wrapped her arms around his neck and leaned up, giving him a soft kiss. "I'd love to but they're all waiting for you to impart your wisdom on them."

He snorted a laugh. "They're going to be sorely disappointed."

"No they're not," she said. "You're going to be a great pack leader. They know it too. It's why they're all so happy now."

"They're happy because you've kept me so distracted. They haven't had time to still be scared of me."

She shook her head at him and tightened her arms. "Have you decided on a second?"

He nodded. "Yeah. I'm going to pick Bryce." Her eyes widened slightly and he smiled at her. "He's the best one for the job. He only aided Malcolm because he was forced to. Besides, if he hadn't opened that collar and freed the wolf..." He shrugged and looked away from her. A finger on his chin brought his attention back to her.

"If you get all moody about that again, you're going to be sorry."

"Really?" he said, grinning. "And how's that?"

"You really don't want to know." He kissed her quick and hard. "Are you going to shift?" she asked.

"No. Not until later. I don't want to leave you here alone while the hunt is on."

She raised an eyebrow and grinned. "Well, just because you don't shift doesn't mean you can't hunt."

"And what exactly will I be hunting?" he asked, his arms tightening around her. "Whitetail?"

She laughed and leaned in to him. "And what if one of the others see my whitetail flashing through the forest."

"I'll make sure they steer clear of the creek."

"It's a date then," she said. She turned her head, looking over her shoulder and smiled when she noticed everyone watching them. "I think they're ready for you, pack leader."

He sighed and let go of her before walking to the edge of the rock face and jumping down. Unlike Malcolm, he didn't feel the need to be above them. He walked to the center of the clearing before starting to speak.

Rayna sat down on the shelf, watching him as he talked to the pack. His pack. Her life with Garrett wasn't anything like she imagined it would be but she didn't regret a day of it. She was still fearful of the future, and of shifting, but she knew as long as he was by her side, everything would be fine. She had a man who loved her, a wolf who would fight tooth and claw to protect her and a pack of wayward werewolves she could now call family.

She smiled when he motioned Bryce forward and the joy on his face when Garrett announced him as his second showed on everyone else's face as well. There was a new king on the throne and the pack couldn't be happier regardless of what Garrett thought. He may have been a great cop but this was what he was meant to do. Leading this pack of wolves was his true calling.

A calling she was glad to be a part of.

The End

 

 

About the Author:

LILY GRAISON resides in North Carolina, a stones throw away from the Blue Ridge Mountains and a few hours from the Outer Banks. First published in 2005, her debut novel won a Reviewers Choice Award. Writing mainly in the contemporary romance genre, Lily also dabbles in erotica, paranormals and occasionally in a fantasy realm of her own making. Her love of adventure, and a very active imagination, take Lily to worlds she can only imagine.

Visit Lily at her website to find a complete listing of all her books and sample her Free reads.
http://lilygraison.com

 

Other Books by Lily Graison

 

The Wicked Series

The four men who make up the rock band, Wicked, the hottest act to hit the scene in years, have earned their wicked status without much help. They're bad, sinfully delicious, and a temptation to every woman they meet.

Gearing up for a worldwide tour, the guys are about to come face to face with the only women strong enough to tame them. But it'll take more than a few smooth words to win the hearts of these ladies. When you can have any woman you want, how do you convince
the one
you can't live without her?

 

Wicked: Tempt Me Not [Book 1]

Devin Shaw, front man for the band, Wicked, is forced into seclusion by his manager after his destructive behavior almost destroys the band. Sent to a remote cabin alone isn't Devin's idea of fun, but to save his career, he'll do what it takes.

Holly Baker, escaping the hassles of her big city life, arrives in the mountains of Tennessee and awaits the arrival of her friend, Roxy, to start their two-week vacation. Their plans change drastically when Roxy is called away at the last minute, leaving Holly to fend for herself.

Devin and Holly's worlds collide when a mix up strands them in the same cabin. Alone with nothing but each other for companionship, how will Holly react when she realizes she's trapped with none other than the hottest lead singer the country has seen in years? Will Devin be able to work with a constant distraction the pretty brunette offers? Or will the two discover that sometimes temptation is a wicked dessert best served hot!

 

Wicked: Leather and Lace [Book 2]

Roxy Carlisle is on a mission. She's been in lust with Luke Harris, lead guitarist for the band Wicked, for two years. When her best friend, Holly, hooks up with the bands lead singer, and asks her to tag along to New York with her to meet the band, Roxy couldn't pack her bags fast enough. The chance to meet Luke in person was a dream come true. Even better if her ultimate fantasy of finding herself in his bed were to happen. One way or another, she was determined to have him. That is, if Holly's hair-brained idea of playing hard to get doesn't backfire in her face.

Luke Harris loves women and they love him. All he ever has to do is speak to them and they fall all over themselves to be the lucky lady of the night. That all changes though when a feisty brunette comes barreling into his life and changes all the rules. She's immune to his usual charm, or so it seems, but something in her eyes tells him otherwise.

Has Luke finally met a woman he can't seduce? Can Roxy follow her plan and not give in when Luke sets his sights on her? When sex is all you're after, can you walk away when your heart demands more?

 

Wicked: Jade Butterfly [Book 3]

Christian Palmer, bass player for the band Wicked, isn't your typical rocker. Much to his band mate's amusement, he's quiet, shy and looks like your average boy next door-but that's all about to change. An encounter with a girl he can't seem to forget calls for drastic measures and with the help of his friends, Christian goes from dud to stud in hopes to wow the girl of his dreams.

Jessi McClure has led a fairytale life. She has a job she loves, friends she can count on and couldn't want for anything else. Until she meets, and photographs, an unlikely rock star. Running into him again was just dumb luck, but when their paths keep crossing, she can't help but notice the change this shy, gorgeous guy has taken on and is drawn to him even more.

When fate keeps stepping in and hands you something you didn't realize you wanted, do you throw the chance away or hold on with both hands? Will Jessi get more than she bargained for when the man she thought she knew turns out to be so much more? And can Christian hold on to the girl of his dreams when a misunderstanding threatens to tear them apart?

 

Wicked: Sweet Temptation [Book 4]

Mick Sheppard, drummer for the band Wicked, has sworn off women after his whirlwind romance with a fan cost him thousands in legal fees and a years worth of gossip in every trash magazine known to man. So, imagine his surprise when he wakes from an alcohol induced haze in Vegas, hung over, and married to a woman he knows next to nothing about.

Faith Weston is your typical good girl. Or so her father thinks. The daughter of a minister, she's lived her life on the straight and narrow. A trip to Sin City brings reality to a screeching halt when she discovers her week of reckless abandon has left her married to a rock star. One of the bad boys her father warned her about.

Will Mick and Faith find a way out of their drunk-induced marriage or will they both discover some things were just meant to be? When love is the last thing you're looking for, how do you turn your back on it when it finally finds you?

 

To find out more about Lily's books, visit her website at
www.lilygraison.com

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http://www.alinarpublishing.com

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