Filed to story: Luna Graced Book by KristiferAnn Thorne
She gave Roman a nod and, after he shut the door, turned to Abigail.
Your first heat was terrible.
To put you within smelling distance of your mate was akin to torture.
ABIGAIL It didnt surprise Abby that the old woman knew this.
She was an oracle, after all.
Will it hurt like that again? You will have the alpha this time, who is more than capable of tending to your needs.
It will be intense, but it will not be torturous.
Abby bit her lip.
Im a little afraid.
I dont have any experience, and the alpha had a mate already.
Hes older, and…I dont know if hes attracted to me like that, or if hes A loud growl came from outside, and she covered her face with her hands.
I want to make sure my mate is happy! She gasped when she felt Roman kick open the link.
Mine! Abby put a hand over her mouth, stifling her embarrassed laughter.
The Oracle smiled, her eyes twinkling.
I believe you have your answer.
Abby heard Roman talking on the phone outside, so she checked the time and was surprised to find so much had passed.
He must be speaking with her parents.
Trust the Moon Goddess, Abigail.
She turned back to the Oracle.
Thank you.
Feeling drained, she sank back into the cushions of the couch.
Will I…still die? she asked, her voice trembling a bit.
We all pass from this life into the next, the Oracle told her with a kind smile.
But now that your mate has accepted you, graced luna, you will live out the lifespan you were meant to have.
Abby breathed a sigh of relief.
Roman has told her as much, but it was nice to have confirmation.
You should mark each other as soon as possible, however.
Id really like my parents to be here, Abby said, resting her head against the cushions and closing her eyes.
Her arms and legs felt like weights.
She nudged Roman through the link, hoping he could take her home.
That should be fine, she heard the Oracle say.
So long as they can be here in the next few days.
ROMAN Roman finished up his call.
The good news was Abbys parents felt better after hearing what the Oracle had to say and agreed the marking should take place as soon as possible.
They were hoping to leave tomorrow and arrive late the next day so they could attend the mates pact ceremony and the after-celebration.
The bad news was that it might be tricky to get permission from Alpha Edward.
Turns out, hehad been the one responsible for Abbys number being blocked, but it had been at his sons insistence.
Once Carson had learned that Abby was a graced luna and that her powers would have enhanced his, he wanted her back as his mate.
According to the Canavers, Carson was causing a lot of trouble in Pack Oru, and Alpha Edward was having some health problems that were making it increasingly difficult for him to stand up to his son.
*** When Roman went back inside, Abby looked exhausted, like she could hardly move.
He lifted her into his arms and looked at the Oracle with concern.
Shell be okay, Roman.
Shes been carrying a lot of worry, though, and must rest.
He nodded.
Thank you, Oracle.
He hurried home, Abby curled in his arms with her head on his shoulder.
You need to eat, he said as he went up the porch steps.
Even though the Oracle had assured them shed be fine, it worried him to see her so drained.
Yes, Alpha.
He deposited Abby on the couch and pulled a blanket over her before heating a container of soup from the freezer and pouring himself a stiff drink.
When the soup was ready, he served it to her in a bowl with a box of crackers.
She thanked him, and he watched her while she ate.
When she finished, she delicately wiped her mouth, then leaned back with a tired sigh.
Roman took her tray to the kitchen, and after setting the bowl in the sink, grabbed the bottle of whiskey and two glasses and returned to sit beside her.
He poured Abby a drink and handed it to her.
He was trying to figure out how to bring up what he overheard her say to the Oracle.
But since Abby was pure, it made everything a little more delicate.
ABIGAIL Roman grabbed Abbys free hand, startling her, and she almost spilled her drink.
He took the glass and set it down on the coffee table.
I know that we dont have a history, he began, and havent had much time together, or even dates, but make no mistake, Iam attracted to you.
And Id like to think youre attracted to me too.
She felt her cheeks turn red.
But youre nervous? She nodded, embarrassed at her lack of experience.
Though she was grateful Carson had never pushed her into physical intimacy.
Especially since hed been sleeping with someone else.
Youve had a mate, she said softly.
But Ive never… Roman hushed her and pulled her onto his lap, her knees on either side of his hips.
You never have to be embarrassed in front of me, Abby.
You never have to worry that Im not attracted to you.
He settled her more firmly against him and kissed her until they were both breathless.
Pleasure filled her with every stroke of his tongue, and every time she moved, their bodies pressed together.
She let out a low moan.
Roman grabbed her hips and pushed her harder against him.
Feel what you do to me, he groaned, his voice husky and full of desire.
She did, and her body shuddered with her own arousaland his.
Every part of her was sensitized.
I want you, she whispered against his lips.
Roman gave her a hard, brief kiss and pulled back.
Youll have me.
Now, be a good girl until I mark you.
With a groan of frustration, Abby rolled off his lap and swatted at him.
Tease! Just you wait until its time for me to shower.
She squealed when he growled menacingly, but she wasnt scared.
She felt safer with him than she ever had in her life.
ABIGAIL
Abby had been cooking and cleaning for hours.
Her parents had finally arrived that afternoon, and she wanted them to see what a lovely home Roman had provided for her.
She wanted them to be proud of her.
So far, shed marinated the steaks and made a large casserole dish of au gratin potatoes that had Roman hovering around the oven.
And Mara had made a cake since Abby couldnt bake to save her life.
Maybe shed ask Mara to teach her once things settled down.
After the Oracle told them there was enough time for her parents to get there for the marking festivities, Abby and Roman had set the date for the end of the week, giving everyone a few days to prepare.
And so far those days had flown by, with lots to do and a festive feeling in the air.
There were still plenty of loose ends to tie up, but Abby and Roman had been there to meet her parents, along with Logan and Rye.
Shed hugged them fiercely when they exited their vehicle, and theyd told her Alpha Edward wasnt happy theyd come but didnt try to stop them.
He knew hed have Alpha Luko on his doorstep if he tried.
Then they both bowed and showed their respect to her mate and his leadership before being escorted to Abbys former cottage to freshen up and rest before dinner.
Abby glanced at the time.
Only a half an hour to go, but shed be ready.
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