The Follow Through SL with @MelzWithABite and @AWanderlustCur.
Alexei: -I woke up alone, a little drool dried on my cheek, and my heart sank. I could still smell her in here, and when I licked my lips, I could still taste her, but she was gone...because I fell asleep. I feel the fuck asleep. How? I’m a fucking idiot. I rolled over onto my back and stared at the ceiling, contemplating the odds she’d ever speak to me again, or ever give me another chance...and I had to say that, knowing her, I was shit out of luck. What made the whole situation worse was that I felt like a million bucks. Good god, this is what sleeping well felt like? Nothing hurt, everything felt stronger, my head was clearer, which was a good and a bad thing. I really hated myself. She was gorgeous, wonderful, sexy as fuck, and I wanted her...but it had been too long since I’d slept well, too long since I’d been with a female wolf to remember that their arousal was so much stronger than a human females. I just...got high on her. That thought made me smirk, cause it was kind of awesome, but I guaranteed that she wouldn’t find it as awesome. Looking at the time, I realized, at ten in the morning, I was marginally late. Good thing I worked most every day, but that didn’t mean I was going to take advantage of their kindness. A quick shower, dress, and coffee fixed me right up, and I walked downstairs and grabbed a broom, and peeked at the office. A young girl sat at Melz desk, and Melz stood behind her, and by the looks of it, they were having a good time. Now wasn’t the time to talk, so I went about my work. Later, Austen showed up, smelling like kids and marriage, and from the conversation I overheard, and had a few very, very hearty laughs at, then wasn’t the time to talk either. I took over Lyric’s work, like a good employee, and just put my head down till the situation blew over. Finally, after Loverboy Lyric and my cousin went off to procreate and whatnot, I spied that extra sandwich left in Melz office, so I took that as a good enough reason as any to poke my head in and see if I could...at least explain. But what would I say? “Hi, sorry I ate you out then passed out. I’m highly susceptible to were emotions and I wasn’t prepared for the feel good of yours. Won’t happen again! Sorry!” As truthful as that was, it made me a freak. But...maybe that was the best way. Melz was amazing. I didn’t even really stand a chance, and with all my baggage, she’d likely be better off without me. At least I could apologize. Carefully, I poked my head in and sniffed the air, grinning a little and pointing down at the sub in the bag- Mind if I grab that? I’m starving. Didn’t eat breakfast. By the way...got a minute to talk about last night, or...I mean, I totally get it if you’d rather not. It was a loser move.
Melz: *After sneaking out of his upstairs apartment before the sun breached the horizon and going home to catch another hour of sleep on my cold and lonely bed, I'd put on a happy face for Brie this morning. I didn't have time to dissect my emotions, hurt or happiness, let alone decide how I felt about what happened between Alexei and I and what didn't happen. Which was just fine
Avoidance was one of my favorite defense mechanisms. Quality time with Brie spending the morning with me at the garage went a long way to brightening my mood, until I'd returned from lunch only to have to deal with Austen and Lyric and their latest fiasco. My head was still face down on the desk when the last scent I wanted to smell tickled my nose, making me grimace to my desk top. It was bad enough I could still smell him on me
The last thing I wanted to do was revisit last night's embarrassment. Because that would be fun. Still, my day wasn't likely to get much better, and I was hosting a pup sleepover tonight so Lyric could fuck his brains out, so might as well get this bullshit over with too.* Sandwich is yours. I think there's a couple in there. But I'd rather not relive the embarrassment of last night. I'm sorry I let things get out of hand. I haven't been with…*Grimacing again, I shook my head, letting out a long sigh as I kept my eyes on my desk, then my laptop, anywhere but on him.* Anyway, I got carried away. Won't happen again. But I really do need to get something done while I'm here, especially since I have to host the monsters tonight and Lark has the night off. There's just not enough room on my plate for mine or anyone else's emotional baggage right now. I'm sorry. Maybe tomorrow. *I hadn't meant to sound so dismissive, or harsh, or stressed, but there.it was. Now I was the one pouring out my crap to him, which made me feel terrible again, knowing how deeply it would affect him. God, I sucked at this.*
Alexei: Embarrassment. Alright. -I tried not to let the rest of what she said get to me, even though it stung. I hadn’t let my own guard down to anyone for a long time, and now that I did...instead, I listened to her emotions: stress, worry, guilt, fear. Maybe it wasn't about me? Maybe, if I helped her clear her plate, I could explain what happened. There wasn’t any use trying now when she had so much on her mind, so I took a few steps into the office and rummaged through the bag, sniffed out an Italian sub, took the other one because I knew I as going to get hungry later, and tried to keep my tone light- Let me help. I make a mean grilled cheese, I’m an ace storyteller, and kids generally love me. From what I know about Loverboy’s two brats, they’re quite rambunctious. -I opened one of the subs and took a bite, tucking the other in the pocket of my overalls- I don’t mind. The only thing I ask is that, after the munchkinlanders go to bed, I get twenty minutes to explain what happened. -I just took a seat, instead of standing, stretching my legs out and taking another bite of my sub...well, the sub that I pilfered.- All my brothers have pups. I’m the cool uncle, you know, and...I mean, I didn’t see them all the time, because, let’s face it, I’m not my father’s favorite son, but when I did see them, during holidays and things, they always wanted to hang around with me. And they were awesome to be around. When they got excited, they’re like little wind up toys, and the energy coming off kids is crazy good. -I shrugged, stomach dropping a bit, remembering what she said about not being able to handle others emotional baggage- Anyways, if you want the help… -I took the last two bites, watching her, waiting for even the hint of an answer, then balling up the wrapper and tossing it in her trash can- Even if you don’t want...anything between us, or whatever, everybody needs a friend sometimes. And if you don’t want me to explain, at the end of the night, that’s alright too. -I sat, trying to be calm, optimistic, but bracing for the big no thanks.-
Melz: *The offer to help with the kids gave my pulse a little stutter, because despite how last night had fizzled out, I still wanted to spend time with him. I just didn't quite understand why he wanted to step up to help if he didn't want...shaking myself from the direction of my thoughts, I stopped myself from reaching to rub over the ache in my chest, focusing instead on what he was saying and the spreadsheets I needed opened on my screen. Not having to keep all three pups out of trouble by myself would be easier. The way he spoke about kids had me smiling small, and let's face it, I was desperate. In more ways than I wanted to acknowledge. Or was it pathetic? Maybe both. Probably both. Even though I'd tried to tell myself that it wasn't something I'd done that had him passing out on me, my self doubt had taken hold of that insecurity and continued to beat me over the head with it. His last words about not wanting something between us had my brows furrowing in confusion as I frowned, tilting my head slightly. The last thing I wanted to do was fight with him, but I was really bad at holding my tongue sometimes.* Right. Because I usually spread my legs for someone I just want to be friends with who would rather sleep, but sure, we’ll go with your assumptions. *Snorting, I shook my head as tears stung my eyes, pure force of will keeping them at bay.* If you have nothing better to do with your evening than play human jungle gym, you're welcome to come help. Just make sure while you're getting your fix from the kids’ energy, you don't mess them up. God knows I don't want to give Austen a reason to make that noise again. *Lifting a shoulder, my brow stayed furrowed as an idea began to form. It would be far in the future before I would be able to talk to him about Brie and her...issues, but if the Omega could heal on certain levels, he might be able to help with her. Maybe. Maybe I'd talk to him about it at some point. He’d need to know more about what he had the capacity for before I'd let him root around in her head, that was for sure.* Anyway, I'm cutting out around 5:30 if you want a ride.
Alexei: -I will not be baited, not when she didn’t understand. But at the same time, it was shitty she thought of me as some emotions junkie, like I could ever control it. But that’s all she knew of me, and I was a junkie...or I had been. Still was, depending on how you looked at it. I couldn’t get too mad, though, but it still hurt. I felt like I was taking arrows with no way to defend myself, but again...maybe I deserved it. So, I stood, nodding, trying to choose my words carefully- Fair enough. Actually, I want to get a few things, so...I’ll catch a ride or something. -I dusted off my hands and turned to go, but before I left, I kept my back to her and spoke- For what it’s worth, I’m sorry I fell asleep, no matter my reason. -And with that, I left. The rest of the day, I worked in silence. Maybe I needed it to sort through the things in my head, trying not to feel the emotions she was broadcasting loud and clear, or maybe I was just tuned into her more than usual. Who knew. I still had no idea what I could really do, I mean, I just had a name for it. I’d never even met someone else like me. That aside, I really just wanted a drink. I guess there was a reason the universe made sure I was going to help with the kiddos tonight because, if I weren’t, I’d be struggling hardcore. I didn’t leave till she did, walking down to the corner big box store, and picked up some huge cans of cheapie shaving cream, food coloring, and flimsy balloons. I got all the stuff to make homemade pizza and even though this meant eating ramen and eggs all week, it was going to be worth it. I paid and walked out, seeing a guy heading the way Melz house was, and thankfully, he let me hitch a ride. Retired, widower, getting a few things for his yard, we had a good talk, and I had him drop me at the end of Melz driveway, thanking him with a firm handshake. I stared at the house for a moment before walking up, taking my time, wondering just how awkward it was going to be tonight. It didn’t matter, though. This is where I needed to be, no matter how difficult it was.-
Melz: *The apology felt forced and empty with no real rhyme or reason, unless I was just projecting because that's how I felt inside. From the high of the fantastic orgasm last night, my emotions had crashed and just kept crashing. I didn't want to regret what we'd done, but it just felt so...ugh. Shoulders slumping when he made his escape, it was easier than I thought it would be to just not think about it. Focusing on the numbers, I spent the remainder of the afternoon updating recordings, sending invoices, balancing the books. All really exciting work, but it needed to be done. Eyes burning by the time I was ready to call it quits, I scrunched my face as I looked at the tally marks I'd been keeping on a post-it note. Thirty times was about twenty nine too many to have looked up seeking a peek of the conflicted, confusing wolf working in the garage bays. And he was still there. Didn't want a ride but had said he was coming by tonight. At least one of us had the smarts to put some clear boundaries, distance between us. Shaking off the pang in my chest that his actions were telling me, I rolled my head on my neck, pushing it all away as I shut down my computer and locked up the office. By the time I got home, Lark’s relieved smile told me that she was done. The twins and Brie rolling around in the playroom told me exactly why too. The poor girl. I really should give her a raise. Once she made her exit, I kick off my shoes and joined the fray. The excited cheers I got before the attack went a long way to soothing my soul. My wolf loved our pack pups, the tactile reassurance that they were well and safe...I needed to remember this. After about a half hour of play wrestling, I was thankful for the ring of the doorbell. Even an alpha needed a breather. With Story on my hip and Brie and Lennon on each leg, I slowly shuffled toward the door. Recognizing his scent, I called out, knowing he’d hear me far before I made it all the way down the hall.* It's open! Enter at your own risk! *It would be interested to see how the pups reacted to a new wolf and how he'd be with them. I might have been looking forward to it, just a little.*
Alexei: -I peeked in before opening the door all the way, grinning at her and the kiddos.- I come bearing gifts! -I held up the bags, and while they didn’t cheer like I’d hoped, but they did grin, which was good enough for me. My eyes met Melz, and I was glad to feel that she was more relaxed. It went a long way this evening. I had to pull my gaze away from Melz, though, because she looked far too good with a kid on her hip for my liking, though my wolf enjoyed it very much. I looked away, down at the muchkins,- I’m Alexei. You can call me Alexei or Alex or HEY MISTER! I’ll answer. -I dangled one of the bags in front of them, and you could see their little noses lift and the boy at her leg, had to be Lyric’s boy, reached for it to look inside. I didn’t get stingy, just laughed, and his eyes went wide- You guys like pizza? Hm? With pepperoni and cheeeese? -This time, they did cheer, and the girl wiggled down from Melz’s arms and I lead them into the kitchen like the pied piper.- Alright. We need clean hands and some bowls, and some spoons… -The older girl of the three seemed to know where everything was, and I recognized her from Melz’s office, so I asked her several times where this was or were that was, and she helped me get everything, and in a few minutes, I had three kiddos lined up, sitting on barstools in front of me while I started kneading the pizza dough...and started singing- Wheeeeen the moon hits your eye like-a a big pizza pie, that’s amore….When the world seems to shine like you've had too much...kool-aid, that's amore. -I smirked, then they laughed, and I poof-poofed some more flour on the dough, then lifted it up and stared at them wide-eyed...then tossed it. Thank god for my time at the pizzeria I worked at for a while. I was pretty good- Bells will ring ting-a-ling-a-ling, ting-a-ling-a-ling. And you'll sing "Vita bella". Hearts will play tippy-tippy-tay, tippy-tippy-tay like a gay...ah, happy tarantella. -I swayed my hips and make faces, but Lenny was stealing pepperoni like crazy, so I had to get this show on the road quick or we’d have no toppings left.- When the stars make you drool just like a pasta fazool, that's amore. When you dance down the street with a cloud at your feet, you're in love… -I couldn’t help it, my eyes cut to Melz, even as my heart swelled, but I had to concentrate. They were about to get wild. So, I fitted the dough on the pan, clapped my floury hands and made a cloud, and then gave my big finish.- And that’s Amore! -They cheered, then I helped them with the marinara, sitting back as they started to put the toppings on.- Hey! Don’t eat it! Put it on the pizza, little man! Girls...make that boy behave! HEY! NO THROWING CHEESE!
Melz: *In what I was learning was true, “Alexei style" he swept in like a whirlwind and took the reigns. All three pups marched after him toward the kitchen, the promise of pizza busting right past their tentative curiosity as I'm sure he'd planned. Hanging back, I let the kids get a feel for him and vice versa on their own. Picking up a few toys in the playroom, I listened as I cleaned, making it to the kitchen about halfway through his performance. Lips twitching as I leaned against the doorway, arms crossed over my chest, I was happy he was comfortable and confident to take the lead on a task like this. It told me a lot about him. He hadn't been boasting earlier. He really did have a way with kids. I couldn't hide the pink in my cheeks when his eyes met mine as he sang, just before my grin broke free. Rolling my eyes at his over the top antics, I moved behind the kids to help with pizza assembly. Clapping and cheering when he finished singing, I could only shake my head, knowing that he was eating up the attention. Laughing as the messiness ensued I helped spread out Lenny's pepperoni instead of leaving the meat mountain in the middle of his. Just cheese for Brie, but again she needed help evening it out. Story had a sparse layer of cheese until I assured her that there was plenty of she wanted to put more one. Moving to the sink, I wet a few paper towels for the first round of clean up as Alexei put the culinary masterpieces in the oven. Stopping at his side, I leaned in to press a kiss to his cheek.* Thank you. They loved that. Good call fun uncle. *Winking, my grin grew when I heard the disgruntled cry from Lenny, turning my attention to him.* Don't worry, Lennon Taylor. You're still my number one guy. *Laughing at the scowl on his chubby little face, I went to raspberry his cheek, ruffling his curls before moving to the fridge.* What do you three want to drink? Grape, apple, water or chocolate milk? *As requests were made, I filled cups, fitting lids in place before handing them out.* Who wants to play Eye Spy while we wait for the pizza? *Standing beside Alexei at the other side of the island now, I let my hip brush his feeling more at ease than I had earlier today, I lowered my voice even though I knew the kids could hear me.* If we don't keep them entertained before food, they might attack.
Alexei: Meh, it’ll be like, ten minutes. Max. That dough goes quick. -Realizing without saying that she might have a point, I reached in my pocket and pulled out a bottle cap, then reached up in Melz’s cabinet and pulled out three red solo cups and leaned over the kitchen island that Melz had so easily cleaned up. My cheek tingled, and I was doing my best not to think of the way her hip brushed mine, how close she was. How close we were the night before. I cleared my throat, reigning in myself and opened my hand and showed the three kiddos the bright green bottle cap.- I have in my hand a very normal-looking bottle cap, but it’s magic. -I knew a little sleight of hand, not much, but enough to pull a bottle cap out of Lenny’s ear and do a little nut shell game. I closed my hand, clapped, then hid the cap while I opened both hands and put on my best surprised face- See? I can never keep track of it. It just does whatever it wants. -I kept my eye on the timer for the oven, then reached over and pretended to be searching behind Brie’s ear, producing the bottle cap, and they all three squealed.- Oh. Em. Gee! How did that get there! -Lenny began to yell, “Do me! Do me!” And I had to laugh. Story was wide-eyed, careful, and I wondered if she’d figured out my trick, so I winked and put my finger to my lips in a shhh motion..and made the bottle cap disappear in my hand again. I rubbed my hands together, to the delight of all three of them, and made a huge show of checking behind Lenny’s ear, under his arms, ruffled his hair, and then finally tilted his head and patted it, and then, just like that, I made the bottle cap reappear as if it came right out of Lenny’s ear. Oh god, they laughed. So loud. They were so excited. I winced a little as they all three demanded more, so I nodded.- Okay! Okay… -I put the bottle cap down, then showed them all three glasses, empty at the bottom- Now. Follow the cap. -I put the cup on top of it and shifted them around, faster, and faster, then stopped, holding up my hands- Okay! Where is it...Story. -There was a gleam in her eye, and she pointed at the cup, and when I picked up the lip, there was the bottle cap. I chuckled, winking at her again- Good girl. -Thankfully, the pizza timer dinged, and I looked at Melz- Are we ready?
Melz: *Of course he had magic tricks. This frustrating, scattered, sexy, exuberant and exasperating wolf kept all three.pups completely enthralled for the duration of the cook time...and me too. Nothing was forced or faked. They'd have been able to tell if it was. He genuinely played with them and was thoroughly enjoying himself. He was a natural. Included each kid in turn, picked up on their unique personalities and played to each of them. My pulse stuttered when he kept Story engaged. She so often fell to the background with Lenny's big personality taking up more attention, but he saw her. When Brie caught my eye, silent questions in her expression, I smiled, nodded, and gave her a half hug, letting her know everything was okay, before the time dinged.* Alright, my little chefs. Time to taste tests. *Oven mitts on, I took the sheet from the oven with the three misshapen pizzas cooked to perfection. Breathing deep, my eyes widened, I shot them a look of approval, nodding as I set it on the stove and took a pizza cutter from the drawer.* If these taste half as good as they look, we are in for a gourmet dinner here. Now don't forget to let them cool for a bit. *Cutting slices, I set out a plate before each of them, the. One in front of Alexei and myself. I almost turned and grabbed a bottle of wine, then thought better of it. If the twinkle in his eyes told me anything it was that he was feeling good from the approval and acceptance he gained from the kids, and I couldn't help meeting his grin with one of my own.* Mangia, Bello. *Winking as I dropped a little Italian on him, I lifted my slice, blowing on the end before taking a bite.* Mm. Perfecto!
Alexei: -I could have sworn that I was probably giving her the heart eyes for that Italian, but I ate my pizza quietly, turning and making a few silly faces at Brie and the rest. Sometimes there were upsides to being raised in a large pack. Being comfortable around kids was one of them. They ate firsts, seconds, and Lenny grabbed the last piece, but neither girls seemed to care. But they were staring at me, like I was the entertainment, and they were waiting for the next act. I couldn’t disappoint my crowd, could I?- So, now that you got your tummies all full of the yummies, it’s time for the real party. -I turned, military style, facing the bathroom, or what I hoped was the bathroom, and pointed regally, bellowing- TO...THE BATHTUB! -They laughed again, and I tried not to break character, but it was hard. Finally, Brie threw me a bone, giggling as she pointed toward the /right/ way to the bathroom.- Oh, well… TO THAT BATHTUB! -I did an about face, started to march, and like a funny little army, they picked up and marched behind me. I snagged the bag on my way there, winking at Melz. She’d either be on board with me or...we’d all get in trouble. Either would be fun, and I smirked at the thought. Once they were in, I started the water, turned my back to them, and let Melz do her thing. They didn’t even whine, and I heard them laughing, wiggling, and finally slipping into the tub. I filled up five balloons with shaving cream, colored with a little bit of food coloring, two girlie colors and one blue, bit a little tiny hole in the end, then turned around, holding one out for Melz. I pointed mine at them, and their eyes went wide- Hands up… -I tossed their balloons in front of them, splashing them with water, then I squeezed mine right in their direction. An ooze of colored shaving cream hit them, the wall behind them, the tub, and the floor, and soon, they had the hang of it. I got the first shot in the mouth, yuck, but kept going. It was chaos, madness, screaming and shooting each other, and Story, my little learner, figured out that the shaving cream on the wall made a good drawing board...so she busied herself with that while Lenny and Brie made craziness. I was colorful and damp, so as the energy level died down, I just got down there beside them, grinned lazily at Melz, and started to rinse the munchkins off and wash the hair. It almost got quiet as they relaxed, Lenny even yawned, and Melz, beside me, yawned as well.- Be careful. It’s contagious.
Melz. *Enjoying the few moments of silence as they ate, I watched Alexei out of the corner of my eye as we did too. He was so relaxed and just plain happy, it was hard not to fall into his play land. Gathering up the paper plates and dropping them in the trash when everyone finished eating, I could only shrug at the questioning looks Brie and Story three my way as they climbed down from their stools. Lenny, of course, was all for following the goofball. Grinning as we all headed to the bathroom, I was amazed by how easily they followed him. As the bathtub filled, I added bubble bath, adjusted the water and helped them out of their clothes and into the tub.* What are you…? *Brow arched questioningly, I took my balloon, laughing at the delighted squeals as the bathroom became tie dyed with shaving cream. How could I resist this? Aiming my balloon at Alexei, I was sure to douse him with purple, flashing a grin before getting into a shoot off with Brie. Before my bathroom floor was saturated and my balloon was empty, I added a few purple flowers to Story’s wall art. Laughing until I was completely out of breath, I rinsed my hands in the sink before helping finish up the baths of three happily sedate kiddos. Grimacing when I saw the dyed spots on parts of their bodies, I tsked, shaking my head.* If your daddy and Austen ask what happened, you make sure you tell them all fair in love and color wars. *Nodding firmly as they listened to their Alpha with wide tired eyes, I shot Alexei a wink as we bundled the three of them in fluffy hooded towels. Stifling my own yawn as everyone did a final potty, teeth brushing and pjs, I helped them into the sleeping bags and castle tent I had set up on Brie’s room for the sleepover.* I didn't know you were a magician too. *Smirking, I waved a hand to indicate the three long blinking pups, not just his tricks, my hip bumping his before I gestured to the bookshelf that was full of their favorites.* What do you guys think? Does Hey Mister have a grand finale in him? Do you think he can do the voices? *Grinning as they cheered, sidestepped away from the shelf, my brows raising in challenge as I tilted my head.*
Alexei: Can I do the voices? Are you kidding me? -I chuffed, pointing at Melz, then leaning down and play whispering to the kids- I got this. You get all tucked in. I know the perfect book… -and they nodded, snuggling down, while I got my all-time favorite from the shelf. I motioned for Melz to turn the light off, then took my cell phone and put it on the floor in front of me, the light on, pointed at the book I’d grabbed, “Where the Wild Things Are.” I cleared my throat and closed my eyes before opening the first page, holding it where I could just see the words.- The night Max wore his wolf suit and made mischief of one kind...and another… -I turned the page, keeping my voice low but animated. I could already see them blinking longer- His mother called him “WILD THING!”
-In my perfect Major League pronunciation- and Max said… -I made my voice growls, kind of like an evil kid voice- “I'll eat you up” -Story already has her eyes closed, so I lowered my voice again, keeping up momentum- So he was sent to bed without eating anything. That veeeeeeeery night in Max’s room a forest grew and grew-aaaaaaaand grew until his ceiling hung with vines and the walls became the world all around -quiet wonder echoed in my voice, but two out of three were down, and it was only Lenny barely holding on- And an ocean tumbled by with a private boat for Max and he sailed off through night and day and in and out of weeks and almost over a year….to where the wild things are. -I whispered the last part, just when he closed his eyes, and I was kind of sad. Melz and I made a silent exit, and when I got out, I shrugged, yawning a little- I really wanted to have a wild rumpus. I’m kind of disappointed. -I looked around, never having been in her house, taking in the sights...and the scents. There was one I didn’t recognize, likely Lark, the babysitter, but it was homey and spacious, and right now, the couch looked like heaven- Can...I help you with anything? I mean, I can come over tomorrow and scrub that bathroom, my fault, but right now, I’m showing my age. My ole bones are aching. -I kept my voice down and chuckled a bit, turning to her. I reached out and wiped a bit of green shaving cream, Lenny’s, off her temple, then tucked a hair behind her ear. I didn’t say anything. For once, I didn’t know what to say-
Melz: *My heart swelled as he read, a soft smile curling my lips as I watched them fall one by one. He really was great with them, and I knew they'd be asking for more sleep overs and visits. I found myself entranced by his voice myself, just as Lenny gave up, his head lulling sideways on his pillow. Grinning as we tiptoed from the room, I laughed softly, shaking my head when he mentioned cleaning up.* I'm not cleaning up anything tonight. Might just tip the cleaning lady extra this week, we’ll see. *My pulse skipping when he touched me, even so minorly, I could sense my wolf rolling her eyes in exasperation, even if she wasn't really protesting his presence. Letting out a soft sigh, I headed down the hall then back down to the living room, knowing he'd likely follow.* You can take a load off, but I have to warn you, that couch is ridiculously comfy. You might get stuck. *Flashing a grin over my shoulder, I moved to the couch, grabbed the remote and tucked myself into the corner of the huge wrap around. I hadn't forgotten his promise to “explain” about last night, but I wasn't exactly ready to bring it up and ruin the warm and fuzzies he’d helped create from hanging out with the kids. Lifting the back of my hand to cover my mouth as I yawned, I aimed the remote at the TV and began looking for something to have on in the background, but I couldn't take the awkward silence for long.* You really were great with them tonight. All that time with your nieces and nephews helped, I'm sure. I'm amazed you got them to bath and bed without asking for a snack. Maybe I'll add pup care to your job description. *Glancing over with a wink, I couldn't let myself look over his handsome features for long, forcing my eyes back toward the television.*
Alexei: -I didn’t quite know what to do, if I should go ahead and explain or just...let it go? Maybe? She looked really relaxed there in the corner, so relaxed, in fact, that I hesitated to even go over there and take a seat. But this was me. I never did what was expected. So, I got a few strides in and jumped for the couch, landing beside her with an oof and wrapping large arms around her body as I tugged her onto my lap. In a minute, or less, I had the corner, I had her curled into my chest, and the last thing I needed was the remote, and I was set. But I’d go for that in a minute. Right now, I wanted something far more important than the remote. Leaning in, I pressed my lips to hers, brushing her hair out of the way, as I’d mussed it a bit. It wasn’t an inappropriate kiss, I didn’t think, but one that allowed me to slowly pry the remote from her hand and grin against her lips when I was done. Or I thought I was done. Except I wasn’t. It felt too good. I set the remote aside and threaded my fingers into her hair this time, something I knew she liked a lot, and leaned into the kiss, like I was breathing her in. We moved, I stayed close, close enough for her to feel how my body reacted to her. Yup, didn’t push any further, I mean, the kids were asleep in the next room, but instead, I kissed up her jaw, lips to her ear, and pleaded- Let me take you to bed, do it right. Show you how much I need you. I can control it now. Let me show you. -I kept my voice low, my free hand moving down to her ass, and I mentally prepared myself for the fuck off that I deserved. But I had to ask.-
Melz: *Eyes wide, I flinched when he launched himself toward me, laughing in shock as he pulled me in against his chest and stole my spot. Lips twitching, I nevertheless snuggled in against him before he was kissing me. Lost to the tender brush of his lips against mine, I couldn't care less when he pried the remote from my hand. My lips curled in response to the grin I felt, and just when I thought he'd pull back, he kissed me more. Moaning into the renewed kiss, his fingers in my hair had my arching closer as I very nearly turned to putty in his arms. I really was pathetically weak when such little attention was spent on me. Lashes fluttering as his lips kissed a trail to my ear, his breath tickling against my flesh as my hands slid up his back, his whispered words pulling a groan from me even as my pulse skipped with nervous trepidation.* Alexei, I… *Didn't know what to say, that was for sure. I knew my fragile ego couldn't take another ending like last night, even if all I wanted to do was take him upstairs right now. Letting out a shaky breath, I turned my face to the crook of his neck, breathing in his addictive scent as I tried to figure out what the fuck I was supposed to do here.* You don't have to do anything right. You didn't do anything wrong. I don't want you to feel like you owe me anything because I have a boatload of issues. That on me. You're not obligated to...well, anything really. *Lifting my head, I smiled small, meeting his eyes for the briefest of moments before I had to glance away.*
Alexei: No. Don’t look away. -I tilted her chin back to me, kissing her again, sliding my hand over her jaw and holding her close, my voice low- We can’t look away. Not when it gets like this. I want you. Melz, I /want/ you. -I stole away her lips again, hands down to her hips, I pull her down against me, and mumbled it again.- I /want/ you. -I shifted while I pressed my lips against hers again, off the couch to cradle her in my arms, against me, walking slowly as I whispered again. -I /want/ you… -It made it better, that slow burn, to take my time, walking upstairs, looking down into her eyes, teasing her lips with mine. When we made it to the bedroom, I closed the door behind us, telling her once more that this wasn’t an obligation, not even close. I didn’t turn on the light, didn’t need to. I could see her fine, setting her down softly on her feet. My hands tugged up her shirt tail, sliding my hands up her sides, reading her every second. I wanted to share with her, to show her what she did to me, but I was afraid. It had never done anything good, to my parents, to my friends, not until her. That day at the shop, that first time I used it on her. I didn’t want to muddle this and...what if it manipulated her feelings? I...didn’t know what to do. So I just did what everyone else did. I used her body and mine. Making sure my hips were flush with her, I coaxed her arms up, pulled the shirt up and over and let it slip to the ground. I kept my eyes on hers. I said it over and over in my head, “I want you.” so that she’d see it in my stare. I reached around her, my hands on the small of her back, then slid them up, releasing the clasp on her bra and looking down as the soft satin falls from her body, and I can’t keep my hands to myself- I want you. God, you’re so fucking beautiful… -Both hands palmed her tits, firmly, thumbing over her nipples, then twisting them between my thumbs and forefingers. I watched her face, reveled in everything pouring off of her. I let it break over me this time, instead of taking it in, and it was just wave after wave of real feelings. I backed her to the bed, grinning softly, placing my hands on her hips and squeezed-
Melz: *What the hell was I supposed to do when he was like this? So persistent? So convincing. I wanted to believe him, I should. He deserved the benefit of the doubt, but trusting had never been good for me. Then he kissed me again and the turmoil in my mind was pushed to the background. Moaning against his lips, my arms and legs wrapped around him, clinging to his body like a lifeline as he moved. It was good he wanted me, because I sure as hell wanted him, then again, I had a tendency for attraction to people who wouldn't be good for me. But how could he be bad when all I felt was euphoria when I was with him? My chest was already heaving, my belly tight as he rid me of my shirt. Staring into his eyes, so clear blue they were almost silver, all words stolen from my lips, I could only nod. Every feeling, every desire that bounced between us, only pushed me higher, goosebumps rose in the wake of every touch, a shiver skating down my spine as my bra fell to the floor. Groaning when he palmed my chest, this time I had no problem holding his gaze as I moved pliantly under his direction. Smirking when the back of my knees hit the bed, his grip on my hips making me arch closer, my hands finding their way under his t-shirt.* It's never going to bode well for me that you will always know exactly what you do to me, is it? *Lips pursed, I couldn't resist the tease as my nails scraped none too gently down his abs.* I swear to fuck, if you fall asleep, you better run and keep running, pup. There are no third chances.
Alexei: You’ll fall asleep long, long before I will. -I shuddered at her touch, leveling my body over hers and sending us both tumbling to the bed, chuckling low and reaching behind my back to peel off my shirt.- And really, it’ll always work to your advantage that I know when you’re all needy and turned on, because I can meet that need any time, any place… -cool bravado and a smirk, just as I grabbed the waist of her pants and tugged then down and off, moving out of mine easily and then bringing us back together with a blistering kiss. I didn’t want to wait this time. I knew I didn’t need to. As I settled between her legs, the smell of her drove me insane with need, and with just a roll of my hips I let my hard shaft settle against her wet sex in a way that left no question where this was going. I didn’t release her lips as I grabbed one of her wrists and pinned it above her, then reaching between us and dragging the tip of my cock down her slick slit till I slipped into place. I broke the kiss then, looked into her eyes, that smirk firmly in place, then pressed forward. Inch by inch, slow but not too slow, I sunk into her heat, felt it quiver and tighten around me, and watched her below me with wrapped attention. I pulled one knee up, nipped at her lower lip, and rocked slowly into her, everything in me bubbling over. Desire rolled out of me between us, and like a tidal wave, I moaned against it, letting it ebb, and flow, letting her feel me as I slid deeper inside her in every. Single. Way.-
Melz: *Any snarky retort I might have had was stolen as my back hit the bed, then his shirt came off. Rapt by the sight of his gorgeous, strong well defined torso before me, my hands roamed greedily, memorizing every in as I lifted my hips to help him rid me of my pants, then his. Groaning against his lips, I nipped and sucked his lips, lost to the searing intensity of the kiss, my arousal skyrocketing as his hot flesh rubbed against me, his shaft sliding through my drenched folds. Nails biting into his back as he teased, my hands clutching to keep him close, until he pinned my wrist. Meeting his eyes, my chest rising and falling with shortened breaths, I felt his tip, then thick cock as he began to slide inside. Holding his gaze, my breath hitched as I stretched around him, the intensity of his eyes locked on mine as he finally filled me, felt like he was reaching inside, down to the depths of my soul. Moaning long and low as he sheathed himself inside of me, my body rolled, rubbing against as much of him as I could as my heart pounded, pleasure coursing through my entire body as he began to move. One leg wrapped around him, the other knee pinned to open myself completely to him, every nerve was concentrated on the feel of him everywhere. Arching my chest to his, my tongue thrust passed his lips as we found our rhythm, my free hand wrapped around his torso as if I'd never let him go.* Oh fuck, Lexei...More!
Alexei: -And that’s what I gave her. I felt the strength of her body, of her will, and I matched it with my own, thrusting, nipping at her lips and bringing our bodies together more violently by the minute. I tightened my hold on her wrist and buried myself deep inside her, silver flashing in my gaze, subdued but needy, strong, met hers. I nudged my nose against her neck, opening it to me, and instead of biting, or the urge to bite, I lavished affection, contrary to the way I was fucking her body. I groaned at the feelings that washed over me as I gave them right back to her making an endless circuit of our arousal and passion, and I fed on it, controlled it, reveled in it, moaning low when I finally crushed my lips back into hers. On impulse, I gripped her hip, tossed her onto her stomach, and was back inside her before either of us could blink. It was primal, but affection bloomed in the midst, and I bit at her earlobe and plastered my chest to her back and slid my hands around her, one to her tits, one between her legs, flesh slapping flesh the most intoxicating sound.-
Melz: *Holy shit, holy shit, holy shit… the mantra in my mind were the only words I could form as my body spiraled out of control. Needy sounds of pleasure accompanied the soundtrack of slapping flesh as our bodies writhed, moving together as we fucked. The flexing strain of his muscles as he moved had my pussy squeezing around his cock. Every brush of my sensitive nipples against his chest sent jolts of sensation straight to my clit. His hold on my wrist had my body on fire. The nails of my free hand scoured his back, his ass, anywhere I could reach as I lost my mind to the ecstasy, the lust, the euphoria bouncing between us. Because it wasn't just physical pleasure. I could feel him inside of me, much deeper than his cock, his pleasure echoed my own, and I knew it was the metaphysics of what he way, what I was, playing a part. Later, I would analyze it, but for now, I was immersed in the all encompassing rapture that I never wanted to end. If this was the potential every time… this frenzy was an addiction I would blissfully binge on, over and over again. His lips on my neck brought me right to the edge, but when he flipped me, shocking me from the brink, I barely had time to miss his dick inside of me before he was back. Gasping as he slammed home, hitting me deep, tighter than any other position, feeling him pound against my g-shot...I was done for. Hands fisted in the sheets, I screamed through the first wave of my release, thrusting my ass back as my pussy milked his cock, spasming relentlessly as pleasure pulsed through every nerve of my body.*
Alexei: One down, one to go… -My voice was tight, breathless, and I was barely holding on, but I would. For her. I didn’t slow, no. I went deep, kept steady, bit at the nape of her neck and moaned low and long as she gave me the great pleasure of her release. She was magnificent, strong, vibrant, and her body was mine. When she calmed, I picked her up as I came to my knees, crawling up to the headboard, and pressing her against the wall. Slow. Body to body, I threaded my fingers into hers and splayed her arms up above her, mine too, and kept pushing, fucking, thrusting, my lips at her ears- I missed out on this the first time, I won’t ever, ever again. -I let go of one of her hands and grabbed her by the hair, pulling it, her, back against my shoulder, and I closed my eyes, delving further and further into our shared pleasure. The more I got back, the more I felt; the more I gave to her, the more I got. I dissolved into vocals I didn’t recognize, grunting, growling, her smell all I could smell, her body all I wanted to feel, till my own toes curled and my thighs began to tremble, and all I could say was her name- Melz...I… -I buried my face in her neck and slid my hand down between her and the wall, finding her sex wet and swollen and I slipped between her folds and pressed that tender button-
Melz: *Smug bastard. Needy whimpers fell from my lips as my orgasm ebbed and he kept right on fucking. Lucky for him, I could take it all. My body was mostly limp as he moved us up the bed, taking the moments to try to catch my breath. Groaning when his words tickled my ears, I squeezed my hands in his when he threaded our fingers. Rocking back, taking him as deep as possible, my arousal redoubled almost instantly. Every synapse was firing, feeling like a million sparks sizzling my flesh. The sting in my scalp when he pulled my hair has me hissing as my clit throbbed wantonly in response. He knew how rough I liked it, and more than delivered.* Fffffuuuuuuucccckkkkk. *Back bowed, nipples hard and straining as my tits bounced with each pistoning thrust, I could feel him everywhere. His wandering fingers finding my clit was all the detonation I needed. The second orgasm stronger than the first slammed into me, rolling through me like a tidal wave. Crying out, nonsense words mingled with curses fell from my lips as my cunt clenched around his shaft, my body quivering with the intensity of my release, yet still I moved, thrusting back against him, wanting, needing him with me in this moment.*
Alexei: -I think it was a second before her, but it didn’t matter. I came, pressing her arms against the wall, capturing her body against mine, and staying deep as she writhed against me. I moved with her, but every time I did, every time I felt her tighten around me as I filled her, I jerked, too sensitive and gone. Finally I went down on my haunches, wrapping her in my arms, around her body and holding her close to me, I tried to breathe, easier said than done. My head hung forward, but my grin was permanent. Like, this thing wasn’t going away for a while. I flexed forward a little inside her, feeling her quiver in my arms, I chuckled, my voice low- So...who’s gonna fall asleep?
Melz: *Moaning as I felt his cock twitching as he came, my body slowed, limbs heavy as I basked in the lust filled haze of that...mindblowing apology. Whining when he sat back, not quite ready to move as I tried to catch my breath, I reached one hand up to my shoulder, pushing my fingers into his hair as his scruff tickled my neck. Rolling my eyes at his smug retort, I squeezed my walls around him. Wrapping my fingers around his wrist, I lifted his hand from between my thighs so that I could lap my juices from his fingers with a soft hum of satisfaction.* Surely not I, pup. You must not know who your fucking.
Alexei: -I smirked, laughed, trying to keep from hardening again, giving us both a break. But as I watched her lick her release off my fingers, I had to make myself not surge forward, simply lean around and crushing my lips to hers with a groan- I know exactly who I’m fucking, thank you. Now I do, at least. -I just took my time, touching her, keeping us connected, I pressed my lips to her shoulders and kissed down carefully as I spoke- If I don’t have someone that I can share emotions with, someone that can handle it, it builds up. Sadly, the latent things you feel from people are usually negative, so that’s what builds. That night, with you, was the first time I was able to share, to unload, to get something back that was good. I’ve tried before, with humans, but...it makes them mad, as in crazy. I learned that early. Teens, actually. That’s another story for another time, but, I wanted you to know that...I’m not addicted to it, and I don’t steal it...but I can’t stop it unless I...take something. -I kissed behind her ear, teased over her nipples, keeping us both in a relaxed state. I didn’t think I could get upset if I wanted right now. The more I touched her, the more aroused I became, and the more I wanted to go again.- This...is really fucking good. Me and you. I’ve never...had this before, like this.
Melz: *Every caress of his fingers, his lips, had my body wanting to reawaken once more, and I was all for it, the fuzzy warmth of the afterglow wrapped around me as surely as his arms were, but what he was saying was more important. Mentally chastising my newly awakened libido, I made myself concentrate on his words. It all made sense, and I sort of sensed that this was the reasoning last night, even if I couldn't describe it quite like he could and I let my own issues take root.* It's similar as Alpha, but not. I know when things are off in the pack. It affects me when there's discord or we need to be on alert because of a threat. The alphaness needs a balance I've struggled with since taking the position. I imagine you get the emotional part of that. It's probably why the most well balanced packs, which are extremely rare, mind you, know to honor the omega position. *It hurt to know that he'd struggled blindly with this for so long. Slowly, with shaky thighs, I moved from his lap only so that I could turn to face him, straddling his thighs again, not wanting there to be any distance between any parts of us. Smirking a little, I wiggled my hips as I got comfy, my core against his cock, arms resting on his shoulder as I leaned my forehead to his.* If that, what we just did, is what you need to balance, share, reset your internal Omega juju or however you want to describe it, I'll be your willing conduit. I can take it. I want to take it. I think I'm supposed to. *Tilting my head slightly as my mind cleared and I thought about it some more, a rightness seemed to settle into place. An impish smirk twitched my lips as my nails scraped over his nape, unable to resist teasing him.* Plus, you're like, really hot and fantastic in bed. More than fantastic, I might need a thesaurus, but I promise it's no burden on me whatsoever. Because you're right. This feels really fucking good.
Alexei: -I slid my hands down her slick back when she settled against me, and I could only groan. She was so wet. Still. My body burned so good in places where she’d raked me with her nails, even now on my neck, I shivered and nuzzled into her neck. My heart settled when she confirmed what she felt, the honesty making the balance even better. I had a feeling—a hope, really—that Melz would be the first person, the one person, I didn’t have to read to believe. It had been that way from the beginning, except for when she tried to deny our little attraction. I was suspicious of hope, and all the heartache it had brought, but something was different this time.- Conduit. That’s how it felt. A live wire just back and forth. Like you had the right wiring that nobody else has ever had...but more than that. -I looked up and nudged her nose with mine- I’ve never been in love. I've...never had my heart broken, or told anyone I loved them. Once you feel someone’s insincerity, it’s hard to say...those things. But I want to. Some day. And I want to mean it and feel the other person mean it. And...sometimes I talk too much. But I just wanted to tell you that. So you’ll know that I’m not all...about...you’re not a thing to be used, Melz. -I slid my hand over her cheek, lightly tugging her lips to mine for a timid kiss- I need you to know that. When I bend you over your desk after the shop closes and fuck you slow and hard, I want you to know it’s because I need /you/, not what you can do for me. It’s just you. Not alpha. Not...an outlet or a conduit. Just you. Do you understand?
Melz: *Groaning when he painted a picture in my mind, I'd be lying if I said hadn't already popped up there, I nipped his bottom lip, murmuring.* I'm never gonna get that out of my head now… *Laughing softly, I rested my head on his shoulder, joking because I didn't know what to say. What he said was heavy, terrifying wonderful and exciting and I didn't know what to do with it.* Don't worry, my heart's been broken enough for us both. I don't recommend it. *Petting my hands up and down his back, it was harder to work through his words with my body still singing the way it was, but I heard the sincerity in his voice, so I made myself focus.* But thank you. I don't very much enjoy being used, so it means a lot for you to say so. *Lifting my head, I met his eyes, laying my hand on his scruffy cheek.* You know, with all that wiring talk, you really know how to get a girl excited. *My grin was cheeky as I leaned in for an kiss, keeping it slow and indulging even as my cooling skin had me shivering against him.* But we can just go with this too. Learn how you're supposed to use what you can do, with me, and just enjoy this. Us. If we want that? It's not a one or the other.
Alexei: -She kept me moving, with her words and her touches, and I began to slow, to sink into the way her words felt, moving slowly into her lips and then mumbling- I like that. Let’s do that. -I laid her out, splayed underneath me, and stretched out beside her nuzzling my face against her chest. I pulled up the covers, and I was surrounded by our scent, her scent, and it just curled her into me.- Sleep with me. Soon, those little ones will be up, wanting breakfast, and playing, and being all jumpy. -I slipped my hand down between us, down between her legs, pressing a gentle finger between those swollen lip and beginning a slow circle.- I want you again. And then I’ll probably want you again later. -I leaned in, enveloping her lips with my own, whispering low between kisses- One more time. Slow. -I rolled us, setting her under me, then slipping my finger down and into her in one smooth motion. I looked her in the eyes, brushing lips against lips, just watching.-
Melz: *Soft mewling moans fell from my lips as he laid us out, my body heavy and sated as I stretched out. The weight of his warm body as he lay over me had me arching to rub as much of my body against his as I could. Laughing softly when he mentioned the kids, I nodded.* I don't know, maybe they'll be so tired after a night with fun uncle Lexei, they'll sleep in tomorrow. *And then my mind blanked, no words left when his fingers gently teased my too sensitive core. Meeting his eyes, I could only nod, licking my lips, but when he moved over me, I hooked my leg up to his hip and in one bucking move, flipping him to his back. Smirking, my eyes hooded as my hands braced on his chest, hair cascading around my shoulders, I rolled my hips with a tortuous slowness, my soak lips sliding along his shaft, only pausing when his tip fit snugly inside. Breath hitching, I slowly rocked down, taking him deep with a guttural moan, fully intending to ride him until the sun rose.*
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