Filed to story: Luna Graced Book by KristiferAnn Thorne
We know nothing of each other, Roman.
We dont know if we even like each other.
We have plenty of time to learn all that because youre moving in here.
He drained his beer and let his wolf puff out his chest.
I beg your pardon? She narrowed her eyes.
Youre moving in here and thats final.
She growled at him.
I want my own room.
I need you close to me.
He paused, aware how harsh he sounded.
He needed to slow down and explain.
Abby…my protectiveness is off the charts right now because youre my second-chance mate and a graced luna.
The Oracle thinks your health might be exacerbating it as well.
She sighed.
We dont have to live together to learn about each other, Roman.
And under any other circumstances, Id say we could take as much time as we need to get to know each other.
But we might not have much time.
Youre a graced luna, and you need to be mated or youll die.
His voice deepened into a guttural growl.
I didnt find you just to lose you so soon.
If Abby knew he was thinking about Remi and his pup, she didnt say so.
She was quiet for a moment, then nodded.
But Im pure, Roman, and…I wish to remain pure.
Ive never lived with a man before.
He was so happy to hear this his purr crescendoed.
He grinned when she blushed.
Im pleased, mate.
Roman! His expression turned serious.
I want you to feel comfortable here, Abby.
I want my home to be your home.
If were going to build a life together, we have to start now.
He wanted time to woo her, but for the sake of her health, they needed to commit to their matehood right away.
Besides, he said with a wink, how else am I supposed to get you to like me enough to let me kiss you? It might help if you didnt act like an overbearing jerk! He growled at her, and she growled back.
Roman could sense his warriors shifting outside at hearing the luna growl, so he sent them a message through the link to stand down before returning his attention to Abby.
Would you have dinner with me tonight, Luna? ABIGAIL She opened and closed her mouth as her wolf nudged her to accept.
Letting out an exasperated sigh, she finally said, Yes, Alpha, thank you.
Roman sniffed the air and growled, and when a knock followed, he lunged toward the door.
Alpha, its Rye and Bell! she heard Rye call out right before Roman threw open the door.
Weve brought Abbys things as requested.
Abby stood up.
Roman! You had them pack my things before you even asked me? Yes, he growled, and she felt him trying to push his alpha power over her through the link.
But she didnt bow or bare her neck.
Instead, she growled back and flashed her eyes.
Alpha…Abby…, Rye said calmly.
Lets just take a deep breath.
Abby, you need to understand that the alpha just wants to protect you.
I showed the alphaand the master warriorsthat Im more than capable of protecting myself, Abby snapped.
Until you couldnt and had to be taken to the hospital, Rye gently reminded her.
The fight drained out of her, and she bowed her head.
Roman reached out and pulled her to him.
I lost my mate and unborn pup, he said, his lips against her hair.
So I wont apologize for wanting to protect you, my second chance, my gift.
Youre mymate , Abby.
She felt the vibrations of his purr against her cheek and looked up at him.
Thank you, Bell, and thank you, Gamma Rye, she said quietly as she gazed into her mates glowing eyes.
Youre welcome, Rye said, and Abby glanced back at them.
Bell winked.
Please call if you need anything.
Then the two grabbed hands and slipped quietly out the door.
ROMAN When Roman brought Abbys things straight into the master bedroom, he noted her dramatic eye roll.
But since she didnt say anything, he ignored it.
Half his closet was empty and the space around the second sink in the bathroom was bare, reminding him hed been only living in half measures since he lost his mate.
As if the half-moon in the center of his chest wasnt reminder enough.
He pointed out which drawers Abby could use and sat at the desk in his room, spinning the chair around to watch her unpack.
He purred his pleasure as she set a makeup caddy on the bathroom counter, making herself at home.
When she popped open her last suitcase, he spied something lacy and rumbled in appreciation.
Warmth and happiness flowed through the link as he continued to watch her.
As she rummaged, a pale pink bra strap slipped over the side, and he shot to his feet and hovered over her.
He touched the strap, and started purring so loud the windows rattled.
He grinned when he saw the back of her neck turn red.
Then black lace caught his eye, and his hand shot out and snatched it.
He had to restrain his wolf from sniffing the delicate lace panties in his large hand.
Roman… Abby lowered her head, and he growled in approval as he moved his nose along her bare nape.
I like these.
I can tell.
Gently pulling on the pale pink strap revealed a simple cotton bra.
He growled even louder.
I like this.
I wouldnt have guessed.
ABIGAIL As she watched Roman pull out one delicate piece after another, each one earning approving rumbles and glowing eyes, she felt a flutter in her stomach and a warmth spread through her body.
This was her mate.
Her second chance.
Her savior.
Her alpha.
Heat rose inside her at the sight of his big hands stroking her underthings.
She hadnt packed anything imagining anyone would ever see it, but he even seemed to like the plain cotton panties she wore to work out.
He turned toward herhis eyes aglow, panting a littleand her breath caught.
His scent washed over her, and when she caught a hint of his arousal, her wolf surged, causing her to strain toward him.
But Roman took a step back.
She felt a sharp pain in her chest, but then realized he was protecting her still.
Honoring her request to remain pure.
Still, she couldnt help but imagine what it would be like to kiss him…touch him…be marked as his… Go shower, he growled suddenly.
Ill start dinner.
Are you sure, Alpha? Ill have to use…soap .
He raked a hand through his hair, then turned and walked out of the room, shutting the door firmly behind him.
*** She took her time in the shower, aware of the link still joining them as she ran soapy hands over her naked, wet skin.
With every touch, she felt him sensing her, responding.
Deliberately, she moved her fingertips over her belly, then lower, between her legs.
When she heardand felta roar from the kitchen, she giggled.
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