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Chapter 244: The Alpha’s Gentle Night
Chapter 244: The Alpha’s Gentle Night
(Connor’s POV)
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That night, I arrived at Olivia’s luxury penthouse for dinner. The familiar scent of her home wrapped around me like a warm embrace.
Evelyn Foster had prepared a magnificent spread of venison steaks and roasted vegetables.
She’d grown accustomed to my frequent visits over the past weeks.
“Good evening, Alpha Connor,” Evelyn greeted me with a respectful bow. “Dinner will be ready
in ten minutes p>
“Thank you, Evelyn,” I replied, finding Olivia in the living room reviewing case files.
She looked up from her work, amber eyes brightening when she saw me. “You’re early
tonight p>
“Finished my meetings ahead of schedule,” I said, pulling her into my arms. “Wanted to spend
more time with my mate p>
After dinner, Evelyn tactfully disappeared to her quarters. She understood the importance of
giving mated pairs their privacy.
Olivia and I shared a long, relaxing shower together. The warm water cascaded over our
bodies as we held each other close.
Later, we lay together in the master bedroom. Silk sheets pooled around our naked forms as
moonlight streamed through the floor – to–ceiling windows.
I traced lazy patterns on Olivia’s bare shoulder, content to simply hold her. My usual
passionate urgency was notably absent tonight.
Olivia noticed my restraint immediately. She turned in my arms with a playful smile dancing on her lips.
“Why are you so patient tonight?” she teased, her fingers trailing across my chest.
My lips curved into an amused grin. “I have an important pack alliance meeting at eight tomorrow morning p>
“So?” Olivia’s eyebrow arched challengingly.
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“I can’t indulge in our usual passionate mating tonight,” I explained, though my wolf protested
the decision.
Olivia retorted with mock innocence, “We could simply finish earlier and sleep p>
I pulled her closer against my chest, my Alpha voice rumbling with amusement. “Finish
earlier? You underestimate your mate, Luna p>
“Once I start claiming you, it won’t end until late, late into the night,” I murmured against her
ear.
Olivia shivered at my words, her wolf responding to my Alpha tone. She snuggled deeper into
the silk sheets.
I propped myself up on one elbow, gazing down at her with piercing ice–blue eyes. “I’m not
sleepy yet p>
Olivia’s amber eyes peeked out from under the covers. “Oh? What should we do p>
My eyes twinkled with mischief. “How about you lull me to sleep p>
Surprise flickered across her features. “Me? Lull you to sleep p>
I nodded, my expression becoming unexpectedly vulnerable. “Yes, you. I always lull you to sleep after our mating p>
“You’ve never done it for me,” I added softly.
Olivia chuckled, the sound like silver bells. “How old are you, needing a lullaby p>
I drawled, my voice taking on a dangerous edge. “If I can’t sleep, either you lull me, or p>
My dark eyes gleamed with predatory intent. “We could just exercise until we’re too
exhausted to stay awake p>
“I could sacrifice some sleep for the cause,” I finished with a wolfish grin.
Olivia was speechless, her wolf recognizing my barely restrained desire. The air between us crackled with s 1 tension.
She remained silent for a long moment, weighing her options. I could practically see the wheels turning in her brilliant mind.
It was better to lull me to sleep. Much easier than being thoroughly claimed by her mate until
dawn.
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More Rewards > Besides, she had a tribunal hearing at nine the next morning. A complex supernatural law case that required her full attention. Olivia compromised with a resigned sigh. “How do you want me to lull you p> I settled back against the pillows, pulling her close to my chest. “Just hold me and hum something gentle p> “Like when we were children?” she asked softly. “Exactly like that,” I murmured, my Alpha mask slipping away completely. Olivia began humming a gentle melody, her voice soft and soothing. The vibrations from her chest against mine were incredibly calming. My Alpha instincts finally began to relax in my mate’s presence. The constant vigilance that came with leadership slowly melted away. Her fingers combed through my dark hair as she continued the lullaby. The simple gesture was more intimate than any passionate claiming. My breathing gradually became even and gentle. The powerful Alpha’s commanding presence softened under Olivia’s loving care. The melody wrapped around me like a warm blanket. My wolf settled completely, trusting our mate to keep us safe while we slept. Slowly, I drifted off to sleep in Olivia’s arms. For once, I didn’t need to be the protector or the leader. After I fell asleep, Olivia realized I was finally at rest. She adjusted the temperature control to a comfortable setting. Gently, she tucked the silk sheets around my muscular frame. Her touch was feather–light, careful not to wake me. Olivia gazed at me for a moment, her amber eyes soft with love. Then she lightly kissed my strong jawline. “Good night, Connor,” she whispered against my skin. Early the next morning, moonlight still streamed through the curtains. I hadn’t set an alarm, relying on my Alpha habit of waking early. My internal clock was precise after years of pack leadership. Important business required 3/5 punctuality and preparation. More Rewards > As I opened my eyes to quietly slip away, Olivia mumbled sleepily beside me. Her wolf sensed my movement even in sleep. She opened her amber eyes, still drowsy and beautifully disheveled. Dark hair spilled across the white pillows like silk. “Awake?” My voice was husky with sleep, warm breath tickling her ear as I leaned close. Olivia hummed softly, rubbing her eyes like a sleepy pup. “What time is it p> I glanced at my phone on the nightstand. “Seven thirty. Want to sleep a little longer, Luna p> Olivia closed her eyes again, burrowing deeper into the warm sheets. “It’s early. Wake me at eight p> “Of course,” I murmured, pressing a gentle kiss to her forehead. Quietly, I got up and dressed in my business suit. The dark fabric was perfectly tailored to my frame. I left for Rivers Pack Holdings, my mind already shifting to the important alliance meeting ahead. At 7:58 AM, the executives were seated in perfect order in the conference room. Their Alpha was never late for important business. Today was especially crucial. This video conference involved a very important overseas pack ally. Both territories would be discussing a major collaboration that could reshape our alliance network. Daniel Richardson’s voice came through the screen as I entered. “Connor, ready to begin p> I nodded in response. “Daniel, please wait a moment. I need to call my mate and wake her up p> Daniel laughed heartily from his territory. “Of course, Alpha. I’ll wait–mate bonds come first p> At exactly 8:00 AM, I called Olivia using my phone. I didn’t want to startle her awake through our mate bond. The Rivers Pack executives sat respectfully, listening to their Alpha call his mate. They 4/5 < Chapter 244: The Alpha’s Gentle Night understood the importance of such relationships. More Rewards > Daniel poured himself a glass of water, waiting patiently. Werewolf culture always prioritized mate bonds above business. Olivia answered the phone, her voice thick with sleep. “Hello p> She was completely unaware of the high–level pack meeting happening on my end. “Livvy, it’s eight o’clock, time to get up,” I said, my voice unbelievably tender. Comments Get Bonus (Ad) > 1.6K H Vote 5/5