Vyken's Mate: Sci-fi Alien Romance by Shea Malloy

Author:Shea Malloy [Malloy, Shea]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-10-30T16:00:00+00:00

5

Jorgan

* * *

Anger courses through me as Willa and I make our way to the gates.

After speaking with the guard who knocked on the door, we learned it is her father who has come for her. Not only was I interrupted from claiming her, it’s possible I will never have a chance now that her father has come to collect her.

She will leave and I will never see her again.

I look at her. Her beautiful face is marred with worry. Her hair is still damp from our bath and her dress clings to her wet skin. Just moments ago, I had her exquisite naked body under me. And in that brief moment, everything felt right. I felt no misery, only immense joy and need for her.

I want moments like that again.

I want her to be mine.

Would she stay if I asked her to?

And even if she agreed, would it be wise? Although many of my people appreciated her help today, would they accept her as my mate? Asara encouraged it earlier but she has always been one to defy the rules.

As if to confirm my worry, I see Cano waiting at the gate. He is scowling and I know why. I sent the guard with explicit orders not to attack or hurt the humans. Of course, it goes against Cano’s vengeful nature toward humans.

Six human men stand gathered at the gate. The man at the front with white hair and a nervous appearance rushes forward when he sees us.

“Willa!” he cries. He reaches for her, enveloping her in a tight hug that makes me bristle. “My dear girl. Thank god. You are safe!”

“Yes, Father. I’m safe.” Willa embraces him then pulls away. “How did you find me?”

“Your horse,” he says “We found it returning during our search for you. I assumed since you had forgotten your map, you took the wrong route. My assumptions were correct when I found your glove nearby.” He looks down her front and frowns. “But why are you wet?”

She darts a gaze at me, a blush on her face. “I was having a bath.”

“A bath?” he frowns. Then shakes his head. “None of that matters. My only concern is you, my dear. When I found you gone from your bed I was so afraid.” He takes a deep breath and looks around, his gaze lingers on me before he darts it away in fear. He lowers his voice. “We must leave while we are in their good graces, child.”

“Not before you make me a promise, Father,” Willa says, her features resolute. “The Vykens need our help. They need medical assistance and training. Promise me you will help.”

“Willa—”

“Promise me, Father. Please.” She reaches for her father’s hand. “If you promise me, then I will marry Archibald as you wish.”

I grow tense, displeased by her promise. More so when one of the other men comes forward.

“You are in no position to bargain with your father, girl,” says the man and it reminds me I’d said something similar to her when we first met.

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