Amelia;
I heard a light knock on Arlo's bedroom door, I had practically moved in, I still had my own room but it was more used for me to keep my belongings and clothes in, I was still too nervous to stay by myself and Arlo always asked if I would stay with him. If anyone wanted to find me, they always came to Arlo's room first and today was no different. It was 10 am and Arlo was at one of his Pack meetings and it was also Thursday which meant Marie was ready for me to go shopping with her and Matt. I opened the door and Matt was leaning against the wall waiting for me. 'Ready?' he grinned taking my hand.
Marie was waiting for us in her car; it was a black Cadillac Escalade and looked brand new, Matt opened the front passenger door for me and smiled. 'Ma'am your lift awaits.' I laughed at him and lightly punched his arm. The snow had gotten heavier over the past couple of days so Marie drove as slow as she could to the nearest town centre. I stared out of the window and took in my surroundings, I had never been shopping before, I had never been anywhere other than at the cottage and Pack Mansion, this was a whole new world to me.
The dress shop was amazing, Ball gowns of all colours and styles were hung up on clothing rails and Tuxedos were hung up opposite them. Matt went straight over to the shop assistants and got himself measured up, I admired all of the beautiful ball gowns trying to pick out one I would love to wear. 'What one are you thinking of having?' Marie asked smiling at me. My eyes fell to a dark green satin and lace vintage Off-the-shoulder ball gown and I knew instantly that was the dress I wanted to wear. I pointed at it and grinned at her 'That one' I replied admiring it. Marie walked over to the dress and called over the shop assistant. 'Can we have this one to try on please?' she asked politely. She had chosen an emerald hair clip and a pair of stiletto glittery green shoes to match my dress as well as a silver necklace with an Emerald Heart encrusted into it, I had never been this spoilt in my life and it felt amazing; especially as it was Arlo that paid for the whole lot.
This was it. The night that we had been looking forward to. The Yule Ball may not have made miracles happen, but it was that small glimmer of light in the darkness that surrounded us. This ball wouldn't erase the pain that we are feeling, but it was that little bit of hope that kept us all going. I smoothed my hands down the front of my dress and smiled. This was one of the nicest looking dresses I had ever seen in my life. The emerald green satin material and the velvet swirl designs along the bodice were mesmerising. Add the fact that it was lines with tiny green gems that glistened under the dim lights and I felt magical. I sighed and glanced at myself once more in the large mirror in the hall, making sure that my emerald encrusted hair clip was holding my hair up in place. I turned to the side and admired the half bun half down look that Piper did for me. She was so talented when it came to hair and beauty. It reminded me of Belle's hairstyle from beauty and the beast. I prayed to the goddess that this was going to be an uneventful evening.
I walked into the ball room and smiled to myself. It seemed like so long ago that Matt and I were in here, him training me how to fight. So much had happened between now and then; it felt like a lifetime ago. I stood at the top of the stairs and took in the amazing way the hall had been decorated. Giant snowflakes hung from the ceiling of all sizes, and every time one of the strobe lights hit it, it cast a kaleidoscope of colours on the ceiling. Every table around the edges of the dance floor was dusted in a layer of fake snow, and giant ice sculptures were dotted around the room. I had honestly never seen anything look so beautiful. I looked around at the couples bobbing and dancing to the music and smiled to myself. Everyone seemed to be having a good time; that was always a positive.
I gulped down a deep breath suddenly feeling very self-conscious. I glanced around the room, again; taking in the sights of all the people dancing with their partners, until my focus stopped on one person. Ethan. He stood there while a girl I didn't know twiddled her hair and giggled about something that she had said, all the while he was staring at me. His mouth hanging open slightly in awe. The very sight of him caused my pulse to race and I felt a twinge of jealousy that he was here with someone else. Not that I blamed him. He had asked me originally, but I was here with Arlo!
I pulled my stare away from him and glanced down at the beautiful emerald green velvet and satin gown that Marie had helped me pick out and looked around the room. My heart was pounding hard against my breastplate, and I was certain that the others could hear it. It didn't help that I knew that there were people here that still believed that I was the killer. What was I doing here? I shook my head and began to turn away when his deep earthy scent washed over me, causing me to stop in my tracks.
'Going somewhere beautiful?' Arlo asked, stepping up beside me and wrapping his arm around my waist. I spun around to face him and was instantly lost in those golden eyes that always drew me in. I placed my hand on his chest and smiled up to him. His silky green tie looked as though it was made from the same material as my dress. Did Marie play a part in that?
'I was just looking for you.' I whispered, chewing nervously on my bottom lip. Arlo leant in closer so that only I could hear, flashing those perfectly white teeth as he smiled.
'Liar. Did you know that you always chew your bottom lip like that when you are lying?' He asked playfully. I opened my mouth to protest when I realised that he was right. I sighed and shook my head.
'I just… It's hard to relax when there is still a big group of people out there that believe that I am the one killing those pack members. But the thing is, have you not noticed that they were both Non-Elites?' I whispered back. Arlo pulled back slightly as a look of confusion washed over his face.
'Non-Elites? Are you talking about Mutts?'
'I seriously hate that word!' I grumbled, more to myself than him. Arlo reached up and placed two fingers under my chin and raised my face so that I could meet his gaze.
'Then Non-Elites it is. Oh. And Amelia. You look beautiful tonight.' He added, leaning in and planting a soft kiss on my cheek. He bowed slowly, reminding me of something from an old Disney movie and then held his hand out, ready to take mine. I placed my trembling hand in his and his fingers instantly closed around mine, making me feel ten times more confident than a moment before.
We made our way out into the centre of the dancefloor, where he stopped and spun me around to face him. The song was slow and romantic, and I suddenly felt extremely exposed out here in the open. Arlo pulled me closer to him so that our bodies were pressed tightly together and stared down at me with those hypnotic eyes.
'I have to say Lia, you look...' He stopped and blew out a breath. 'You look amazing.' I felt my face burn as the blush snuck across my cheeks and I dropped my eyes to the ground.
'You don't look so bad yourself.' I replied, running my eyes over every inch of him. The suit that he wore looked as though it had been tailored especially for him; and specially to flaunt those rock-hard abs that were concealed beneath them. I felt that familiar burn of desire, swirl from my chest and sink down low into my stomach. He was the first man that I had ever met that was able to drive me this wild over them. Everything about him just screamed sexy.
Matt;
I stepped through the large open doors and took in the sight of all the happy couples dancing. I forced a smile but inside it killed me. Don't get me wrong, I was not ashamed of what and who I was, but deep down, there was a part of me that longed for the normality of life. Things would have been so much easier if I could just find a girl and settle down; at least then I wouldn't have to attend this stupid ball alone. I would be one of those out there dancing together. I sighed and dropped my stare to the ground. What the hell was I doing here?
'Matty!' Came a familiar voice that instantly brought a smile to my lips. I looked back up to the dance floor just in time to see Lia throw herself into my arms. 'We have been waiting for you!' She chimed.
'Have you been drinking?' I asked, smirking playfully. Amelia narrowed her eyes at me and poked her tongue out. 'I take that as a yes then?' I added with a laugh. Arlo stepped closer to me and shook my hand, before pulling me into a brotherly hug. I seriously don't know where I would have been without this guy. He was my rock. And now Lia was my diamond. They really did make the perfect pair. Even if they didn't want to admit it to themselves.
'It's about time man. I thought that she was going to have me dancing all night!' Arlo laughed, patting me on the shoulder and gesturing to Amelia. I turned to look at her with confusion in my eyes and noticed the child-like excitement that flashed through her.
'Can we please dance Matty? Pretty please?' She whispered grinning like the Cheshire cat. I rolled my eyes and offered my hand out. As I did the music suddenly changed to that of the Tango. Amelia turned to look at me; her eyes wider than a moment ago; I didn't even know that was possible and dragged me out to the middle of the floor. I felt everyone's eyes on us as we stood there for a second. So, I closed my eyes, took in the rhythm of the music and we let our bodies do the rest.
I don't know where she learnt it, but damn! That girl could tango! The dancers on the floor slowly stopped their own dance and were soon gathered around the edges of the dancefloor, cheering us on. Before I knew it, the music had stopped, and a thunderous applause erupted out around us. Amelia blushed and dipped her head, causing one of her ringlets to fall loose from the clip and hand down her face. I glanced over to Arlo, and he stood clapping with a look of approval. I spun Amelia once more for good measure before we both dashed off back into the shadows where we could hide away with Arlo. As we walked over to him, he raised a single eyebrow and clapped.
'Wow… you two were… something.' He said with a huge grin. 'I can honestly say that, that dance is going to be the talk of the pack for weeks.' He laughed.
'Sorry about that man. I wasn't thinking. I just let the music take me!' I whispered, knowing that my face was now glowing the same shade of red as Amelia's.
'You have nothing to apologise for. I think you two were great.' Arlo added, wrapping his arm around Amelia and pulling her in close to him.
Arlo;
'Thank you, guys, for everything.' Matt said, as he pulled Amelia and I into a hug. I knew that it wasn't easy for him. He didn't want anyone to know that he was gay, I understood that. He was my best friend. My heart went out to him. Would he ever find his one perfect mate? Could two guys imprint on one another? Amelia pushed herself up on tip toes and kissed him on the cheek.
'Are you kidding. I have had the best night ever!' She said, fanning her face with her hand. I smiled to myself. I could seriously see myself falling in love with this girl. And I don't think that there is anything that could stop it; but then there was Ethan and although he was in the picture; more than I liked, I tried fighting the attraction with Amelia at first, but in the end; there was nothing to fight.
I knew that Amelia was dying to get back out on the floor and dance some more, so I allowed her to pull me forward. We got on the dancefloor and I pulled her close once again. There was something about the way that she just seemed to fit against me that made me feel complete. The song turned to a slow one and light dimmed down. I don't know how long we were dancing for, but in that moment, everyone else in the room seemed to just, disappear. I smiled softly to myself and lowered my face down to hers, gently meeting her lips with my own.
Lori;
I stood there and watched the pair of them together. It made me sick. I mean, what did she have that I didn't. She couldn't even shift yet. I was the best of the best. And he chose her. I let out a frustrated growl and stormed off out into the nights air. It was so damn hot in that room that I felt as though I was suffocating. Or maybe it was just their sickening display that was making me feel queasy!
'Hey, Lori. Is everything ok?' Adela asked running out into the gardens behind me. I rolled my eyes. Seriously, this girl needed to get a life! I spun back around to face her and glared at her.
'I'm sorry, I didn't know that I needed your permission to get some fresh air!' I snapped back at her. I knew that I shouldn't be treating my friends like this, but I really didn't care anymore. I was so done with pretending to care anymore. It was in that moment that I realised what I had to do. I needed to get rid of that vile creature that thought it was ok to try and steal my man. I closed my eyes and turned back to look at the ball room, catching sight of myself in the mirror. My ice blue gown shimmered like ice reflecting the moon light, and my blonde hair and pale skin complemented it perfectly. I narrowed my eyes at Amelia and chewed on my bottom lip. Surely there was a way to get rid if her for good. And then I laid eyes on him. The only other person in this place that was glaring daggers at her as much as I was. The only other person in this place that would help me get rid of that bitch! Charlie. I nodded to myself. I knew it was time for me and him to have a little chat. I guessed as he was second in command that he would have ideas and plots that I could only dream of. I held my head up head and made my way directly towards him.
If I wanted her gone then I knew that Charlie was the one to do it. This was going to be fun. I tucked my wrap under my arms and hoisted my dress up a little higher, so I was able to take bigger strides. I knew that there was one way to make Charlie be putty in my hands. I strolled back into the ball room and scanned across the crowds, searching for him in the darkness. The music was loud and pulsing in the air, while the disco lights glittered and bounced around the room. The heat from all the bodies dancing made it almost unbearable to be in the room. There in the corner was Charlie, propped up against the wall and staring at Adela and Harper as they swayed to the music. I knew that they had always had a thing for Charlie, but I wasn't going to think about that now. I charged forward, barging the dancing Mutts out of my way as I followed my plan. Charlie spotted me walking towards him and his eyes widened with pleasure. I knew that he wanted me. It wasn't a secret. And tonight. He was going to get me.
Without saying a word, I reached out and grabbed his arm, pulling him back in the direction of his bedroom, fluttering my eye lashes and smiled coyly at him every now and again. I could hear him chuckling to himself, clearly pleased with what was about to happen.
We entered his room and he slammed him up against the door, kissing him with my full force. He grabbed at my dress, pulling the zip and watching as it slid down my body, leaving me standing in nothing but my underwear. In one swift motion, he pulled his belt from his trousers and dropped them to the floor, kicking them to the side and pressing himself up against me, kissing me once more.
I kissed along his jaw and down his neck, undoing the buttons on his shirt revealing his toned body, and not stopping until I was at the waistband of his boxers. I glanced up at him once more through my eyelashes and watched as he stared down at me grinning. I ran my hands up his legs and watched as the bulge in his underwear throbbed excitedly. I allowed my fingers to brush over the front of the soft material before slipping them into the waist band and slowly peeling them down. I widened my eyes at the sight of him stood in all his glory. He was bigger than I expected. Not as big as Arlo but… beggars can't be choosers. I leant forward and slowly ran my tongue up the inside of his thigh, causing his body to tremble. It was in that moment that I knew that I had him right where I wanted him.
I took him in my mouth and allowed my tongue to travel over his length, causing him to tilt his head back and groan slightly.
Charlie pulled me to my feet and bent me over, tugging my panties down and sliding himself in me. I reached forward and held on to the end of his bed firmly as he thrust himself deeper in with every movement. I slowly thrust my hips back, meeting his every movement with one of my own, causing him to groan loudly. I knew that he wouldn't be able to last much longer. I reached down further and grasped my ankles, using the buckles on my high heels as a grip allowing him to get deeper inside. I slowly rotated my hips, causing him to grip my hips tightly digging his fingers into me. With one final thrust, he released himself loudly. Slamming into me with every pulse, before flopping forward and laying on my back.
He lay there for a few seconds, before standing up straight and pulling out, rolling his shoulders, causing his muscles to flex. He turned and skulked into the bathroom, giving me a second to redress. By the time he emerged, I had already left. I had given him the thing he had wanted more than anything. Now all I had to do was wait for him to come back for more.
Amelia;
'I don't know how long Arlo and I had been dancing, but one thing I did know was how much my feet hurt. And, I was also quite tipsy. I lifted my foot and tugged at my shoes until they fell to the floor with a clunk. Arlo chuckled and shook his head. It was nice to see him actually smiling for a change! He scooped me up into his arms and grabbed my shoes from me.
'I think it's time that we went to bed.' He whispered, planting a soft kiss on my cheek. My face warmed and that hot desire course through me once more.
'I thought you would never ask.' I replied, refusing to break eye contact with him. He carried me all the way to his bedroom and placed me on the bed. 'Thank you for an amazing night.' I said taking off the beautiful necklace he had bought me. 'Thank you.' He smiling as I stood up from the bed. I studied his handsome face and I felt sad. We cared for each other so much and love makes you do crazy things. I knew I would never be the one he would imprint with; he knew it too. We avoided the 'imprinting subject' at all costs. I couldn't bear to think about another woman being with him, he was mine and I was his. We couldn't give each other the future we both wanted; a future together, but I could give him something that once was lost, it could never be regained and the one thing only he could hold claim to; my virginity. The thought of having sex for the first time sent a wave of butterflies through my tummy, I knew it hurt the first time, Piper told me it did. But he was worth every ounce of pain I would go through.
I put my hands behind my back and fumbled with the zip of my dress, I couldn't get it off. 'Here, let me do it.' Arlo said after removing his blazer and tie. Chills went down my spine as I felt him undo my dress, all I was wearing underneath were black laced pantie's; I allowed the gown to fall to the floor and I put my arms over my breasts, my back was still turned to him. Butterflies filled my stomach and I started trembling, with nerves and with excitement. Arlo moved my hair to one side of my neck and started kissing the other side, I closed my eyes and a feeling of lust took over my body. I turned around to face him and removed my arm away allowing my bare breasts to be on show. Arlo's eyes fell straight down to them and then back at my face and within seconds our lips met, this time with a lot more passion than ever before. He started taking his clothes off our gazes not breaking away from each other. I sat on the bed and shuffled back so my head was on the pillows. I felt as he knelt on the bed and pulled down my underwear and a mixture of emotions flooded through my entire body, nervousness, excitement, lust and love for the man who was now hovering above my naked body. I ran my fingers down his abs, watching as they danced and twitched under my touch. My heart pounded so loud in my ears that it was deafening. I continued my descent further down his body, stopping only momentarily before I got to his erection. I watched as it twitched, begging me to feel it. I couldn't hold it off any longer, I allowed the warmth of his hardness to fill my hand. He gasped a desperate, ragged breath, silently urging me to continue. I didn't just want him, I needed him, I craved him. Arlo's eyes dropped from my face to my breasts and took my nipple in his mouth, I ran my hand through his hair and closed my eyes.
'Are you sure you want to do this? He asked. I nodded desperately wanting him to take me completely. I was ready for this, I needed this. He hovered above my body, his eyes studying my face as I took in his length, my eyes widened. Oh, my goddess Selene. He chuckled and put his finger on my chin, slowly raising my face to his.
'Are you ready? 'he asked before allowing one of his hands to spread open my legs. My eyes told him all he needed to know; I was so ready for this as scared as I was. He lowered himself onto me slowly, and my stomach flipped as I felt his hardness brush against my inner thigh. He slowly allowed himself to get closer and started kissing my breasts; working his way up to my lips, our eyes met again and he put his hand down to his crutch, I gasped as he gently started rubbing himself against me, his eyes stayed on me the whole time, watching my face as it revealed the pleasure that was building up within me, he carried on rubbing, his pace quickening as my thrusts met his.
And just before I met my peak he stopped before taking in a deep breath and looking into my eyes
'I will go as slow as you need me to.' He smiled before putting his weight on his elbows, his face was just above mine and he waited for me to be completely ready. I nodded nervously and put my hands on his hips, He put his beautiful lips to mine as he finally started entering me, I whimpered as I felt him, and he froze. Fuck this hurt.
'Want me to stop?' he whispered.
'N…no.' I stuttered. Arlo studied my face once more before pushing his whole self into me and he gasped as he felt all of me around him. Pain ripped through me and my eyes watered, wow this really hurt. He went slowly to begin with, his thrusts not hard, he was being so gentle with me and yet he probably just wanted to bang the hell out of me, but I appreciated it. Our eyes met and I pulled his face towards mine, looking at him made the pain slowly fade away, having him in me now felt amazing and those two feelings mysteriously entwined.
'You're so tight' he panted his thrusts becoming faster, I dug my nails into his shoulders and arched my back as I started climbing in arousal, it only seemed to turn him on more, his thrusts now becoming harder, my hips moved with his and his kisses became more passionate, his tongue filled my mouth as I fought the urge to cry out with pleasure. I wrapped my legs around his waist and finally allowed the orgasm to take over my body, it was a feeling of pure ecstasy, my whole body shook with pleasure and I let out a satisfied moan, Arlo looked down at my face, his breathing had become ragged, small gasps escaped his mouth each time he thrusted himself in deeper, before he came undone inside of me. We laid there for a short while, our bodies still entwined together as we panted, trying to get our breath back, I could feel our hearts banging against our chests and banging against each other. I loved this man more than anything. I had given him the one thing I could never give anyone else and I knew that it was the one thing I would never regret.
As Arlo rolled off my satisfied body, he pulled me close to him, my breasts pressed against his chest. I stroked my fingertips up and down his smooth neck and laid my head on his shoulder.
'I am sorry if I hurt you.' He whispered kissing the top of my head.
'Don't be sorry, it was worth it, I would do that again over and over if it meant always being with you.' I replied, my tone quiet.
Arlo smiled. 'Me too, thank you; Amelia.'
I sat up and gazed at his handsome face, admiring the man staring back up at me.
'For what?' I asked, an impish smile spreading across my face.
'For this, for being with me despite the risks it involves and for being…mine.' I smiled at his words and raised my eyebrows. 'Yours, huh?'
He pulled me back down to his warm body and wrapped his arms around my waist. 'Mine.' He growled playfully.
I looked up at him and bit my lip, his eyes met mine and he smirked.
'Again?' I whispered bringing my face back up to his, he kissed me on the lips; this time allowing his tongue to fill my mouth; my heart pounded as he climbed between my legs again before entering me.