The Black Bear's base was amazing! It was large, comfortable, and had all the modern-day luxuries, including a sauna and hot tub.
"Wow, this is amazing!" Alannah said
"The kitchen alone is to die for!" Bruce said
"I always knew Xan was a cheapskate," Adam grumbled.
"You do not have this?" Vicktor said
"No. We have a warehouse with a one-eyed cat, "Aiden complained as Maxim handed them all a beer.
"Is it alright if I use the loo?" Alannah asked and Pavel gave her directions. Once Alannah was out of earshot, the Nine-Tails were bombarded with questions.
"So who is she?" Maxim asked.
"Alannah," Aiden answered.
"Are any of you guys... you know?" Pavel asked.
"Are what?" Ethan asked, confused.
"Sleeping with her?" Pavel asked.
"What? God no! " Ethan said, looking horrified.
"Seriously? She is one hot woman and none of you has made a move. " Marcus said, surprised.
"Are you gay? I mean, that is not an issue at all, "Igor said.
"No, we are not gay, and we see Alannah as a sister," Bruce said with a sigh.
"So you would not mind if we made a move?" Pavel asked hopefully.
"You can try, but take our advice: do not go there," Matt said.
"But she is single, right?" Igor said
"Technically," Adam said with a shrug.
Alannah came back and wondered what had happened. All the Brown Bears were making flirty beelines for her, whilst the Nine-Tails smirked evilly. Suddenly, some music came on, and Alannah found herself in the middle of an alcohol-fueled party. It was when the vodka came out that she knew it was about to get messy.
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Theo cursed when he realised how late it was. He was absorbed in research for the Magpies, and he owed them a favour. He felt he was missing something, but he didn't know what it was.
"Hey Boss, shouldn't you have met up with Alannah hours ago?" Frank said, coming into his office space.
Theo cursed again and said, "Do you know where she is?"
Frank smirked and said, "I'll leave you to find that out."
"What is that supposed to mean?" Theo snapped. It was unlike Frank to be mysterious.
"Let's just say she is an Evans alright," Frank said with a chuckle.
"Frank," Theo said, in a dangerous tone. Frank knew he was beaten, but he could not disobey a direct order.
"Your delicate daughter decided it would be fun to pick a fight with Russia's elite fight squad," Frank said.
"Please don't tell me it was the Black Bears!" Theo snapped.
"Then I would be lying to Theo. Don't worry, the Nine-Tails beat them soundly! Alannah fought Vicktor in unarmed combat and won! " Frank said proudly.
"What?! She is too ill to fight! " Theo shouted.
"Not based on that fight!" Frank said with a smirk, "I would feel more sorry for Vicktor."
"It's great that she's made enemies with," Theo said.
"Wrong again, my dear friend! The Black Bears are acting like love-sick puppies over Alannah at the moment, "Frank reported.
"Dear God! One day, on that bloody day, I leave her and she has even more men after her! How is that even possible? Do they know who she is? " Theo asked, and Frank shook his head.
"Good, they won't know she is available to court properly! The Black Bears are from all high-ranking families. Anastasia will be simply delighted! " Theo snapped.
"Oh she knows, the whole estate knows." In fact, rumours are she sent a case of gold leaf vodka to the little gathering they are having, " Frank said.
"Of course, she would, the clever witch! Was it bloody Kurt? He needs to be here now! " Theo said, rubbing his forehead.
"Your wish is my command! We are finally here to get our girl! " James said with a smirk as he walked in with Kurt. They were both dressed in expensive tailored suits, white shirts, and cuff links. It was clear that these two meant business and were intending to bring their A-game.
"At long last!" Theo snapped.
"Wow, you looked stressed, mate! What's up? " James asked.
"Oh, I don't know James, I have a daughter who seems to attract men like there is no tomorrow! What is worse, she has no idea she is doing it! It is also possible that my daughter picked an argument with the Black Bears, with who she is having a party, and to top it off, the old bag sent them all a case of gold leaf vodka! Gold fucking leaf James! " Theo shouted. But James was about to say something, but Theo had not finished his rant. She was supposed to be in bed resting, but no, she fights with Vicktor the Black Bear Leader with her bare hands and wins! Now she is a fucking hero and the Black Bears are acting like complete love-sick puppies. What am I supposed to do? "
"Theo, calm down. You are going to give yourself a heart attack. She is 28, not 16, and she knows how to handle herself. So what if she is letting her hair down? Let her live a little, "Frank said.
Kurt, who had remained silent till now, said, "I think I am going to get my future wife. Theo and Frank, do you care to join us? "
"Just do it romantically, yeah? Don't go in all arsehole like, " James advised.
"I don't know what you mean!" Kurt said, folding his arms.
"And that is the problem," Frank said, giving James a sympathetic look.
"Right, let's go. If God helps her, if she is hurt from the fight, I will personally kill her, "Theo said.
Alannah had to admit the party was rocking. The vodka was flowing, the music was blasting, and everyone was having a good time. Yes, the Black Bears were flirty, but Alannah guessed they were every woman they came across. Alannah felt like herself again, which had not happened in a long time.
"Do you want to dance?" Matt said this as a song called "Timber" came on. Alannah smiled. It was one of their favourites. Much to the delight of the rest of the party, Matt and Alannah started dancing the salsa. To Alannah's surprise, Matt abruptly switched places with Vicktor, who, to Alannah's surprise, was an excellent dancer.
"Hello, beautiful," Vicktor said.
"You were not calling me that earlier if I recall," Alannah said as she was spun around.
"Hmm yes, well I was trying to get under your skin," Vicktor said.
"Well, you failed miserably," Alannah said, and Vicktor chuckled. He then pulled her into him, and Alannah could feel his taut muscles.
"I can't believe you have not been taken; the guys in the Nine-Tails are nuts!" Vicktor said
"Oh trust me, she is taken. Now get your hands off her. " A deep male voice growled, and the music suddenly stopped. Alannah turned to see a furious-looking Kurt and Theo.
"Sorry guys, the party is over!" James called from the music system.
"Says who? In fact, who the fuck are you? " Maxim shouted.
"Alannah, it is time to go home," Theo said.
"What am I, 12? I am a fully grown woman and I want to stay," Alannah said.
"You heard the lady," Vicktor said.
"Alannah, you need to come home. People will start to talk." Kurt snapped.
"About what? That I am a whore? I have five chaperones over there. Do you think they would let something happen?" Alannah shouted. To make a point, the nine tails all waved.
"Alannah, a lady woman in your position needs to act respectably, not like some common slut with common thugs!" Kurt shouted back. Kurt felt a sharp smack across his face as Alannah slapped him.
"How dare you!" Alannah said quietly before storming out. Kurt was about to follow her when Bruce stopped him.
"Think you've done enough, mate, best leave her to her family," Bruce said as he ran out to meet Alannah.
"Yeah and just for your information, they tried it on all night and she did not look at them twice," Matt said, following Bruce.
"Yeah, good one, Probie!" Aiden said, and Ethan just shook his head disapprovingly as they walked out.
"God, I thought I was bad with women!" Adam said as he gave Kurt the middle finger as he walked out.
It is true, she acted with honour. Now if you don't mind, get the fuck out of our house before we beat the crap out of you for insulting our Alannah. " Vicktor said
"Your Alannah? She is not your Alannah! " Kurt snapped, squaring up to Vicktor.
Kurt says, "These are not the Nine-Tails... you have a free pass with them because of Alannah. Do not insult these guys; they will kill you. " Theo advised.
"Yes, I am shocked about the Nine-Tails not beating his arse. But make no mistake, the Black Bears are under no such constraints, "Vicktor said seriously.
"Let's go," James said, and Kurt nodded and stormed out.
"So you are Alannah's father, are you?" Vicktor said
"That obvious?" Theo said
"About as obvious as Alannah adoring that Dick," Vicktor observed.
"Yeah, I know," Theo said.
Alannah ran to the training building. And into the dance studio, she spotted early that morning. Somehow, it always made her feel closer to her mum, which was useful when she was upset. Alannah's body was shaking with rage, and she needed to work the energy out.
Alannah took off her shoes and went to the sound system. She selected a rock music playlist and positioned it herself. As soon as the music started going through the dance exercises she had been doing since she was a child.
"How dare he? He left me, then comes back and fucking criticises me! Does he not understand how I feel? How much am I under his spell? He could drag me through hell and I would still follow him! What do I get in return? I was insulted and treated like a child! " Alannah thought
"Want some help?" Matt said as he came in with Bruce.
"How did you know?" Alannah said
"Because you are our sister and you always dance when you are upset. It is one of your many quirks," Bruce said.
"Are you not afraid to be seen with the scarlet women? I mean, we all have orgies, don't you know? " Alannah said, and the men laughed.
"We must have lost our invite," Matt said as he went over to Alannah and they started to dance the tango.
"So when is the next group sex session then? Just so I can mark it in my diary, "Bruce said and Alannah giggled. What would she do without her family?
By the time Kurt found them, Alannah was waltzing around the dance studio with Bruce. The rest of the Nine-Tails had gone to bed, apart from Matt. Kurt just stared at her as she gracefully glided around the floor, like she was floating.
"You need to stop fucking up and start making her happy," Matt said.
"I know," Kurt said simply.
"Good, because she deserves some happiness," Matt said before he whistled. Bruce and Alannah turned and saw Kurt.
"It's time for me to go, mate, I'm tired," Matt said.
"Will you be OK?" Bruce asked Alannah, and she nodded.
"Can I but it in?" Kurt said, and he swapped places with Bruce. Kurt's body was sending Alannah's senses haywire. Kurt put his hand on her waist and pulled her closer. He then started to waltz in time to the music. Alannah was led around the floor, even twirling.
"I didn't know you could dance!" Alannah was surprised.
"I had to learn, like I am doing now," Kurt said honestly.
"What do you mean?" Alannah said
"Alannah, you are the first serious relationship I ever had. I had my fair share of women. Don't get me wrong, but none of them mattered. Not like you, "Kurt said.
"Apart from Grace, " Alannah pointed out.
"No, including Grace. I see Grace as a sister like you see the Nine-Tails as your brothers, " Kurt said.
"Yeah, but I haven't slept with my brothers." Alannah snapped.
"And I haven't slept with Grace. Xan was her first, " Kurt said seriously, and Alannah was shocked again. Had Kurt not slept with Grace?
"But you left me," Alannah said.
"A decision I deeply regret. I stupidly thought that my brave little vixen would be OK. I then realised too late that my place is always by your side, " Kurt said.
"But... you called me a whore and said you loved Grace on the rooftop!" Alannah said desperately. She could feel herself melting, and she was determined not to.
Akihiko forced me to. His man said he would realise Grace if I said it. I can show you the unedited video. As for calling you a whore, it was unforgivable. I was just so jealous of seeing another man near you, especially after that call with Akihiko, "Kurt said, nuzzling Alannah's neck.
"I missed you so much, my darling. Did you miss me, even a little? " Kurt asked softly. They had stopped dancing by now and we're just holding each other.
"Yes, but I can't keep doing this, Kurt. No matter what I seem to do, it is never enough. " Alannah said with tears in her eyes.
"I am so sorry, darling. Please forgive me and lend me your heart again. I promise I will keep it safe this time. Please Alannah, I can't live without you anymore, " Kurt said before kissing Alannah's tears away gently. "It kills me to think I caused you to cry," Kurt said, and there was silence. Kurt started to panic, and he cursed himself for losing his temper earlier. "Alannah." Kurt pleaded.
"I don't know Kurt... you don't seem to be taking this relationship as seriously as me. "Your behaviour today was pretty appalling and it seems like I always come last," Alannah said.
Kurt was silent for a minute before saying, "I know we did not have the best start, but you cannot deny what is between us and Alannah. Give me one more chance to treat you as you deserve! What have you got to lose? Surely it is worth a go?"
Kurt was stroking the small of Alannah's back, something he knew drove Alannah crazy. It was a low blow, but Kurt did not care. He did whatever it took to get her back.
Alannah sighed. It was hard to think when her nerve endings were going crazy. "Dam, you are a good negotiator," Alannah admitted.
"Is that a yes to another chance?" Kurt said hopefully.
"Yes," Alannah said, and Kurt grinned.
"You won't regret it, I promise," Kurt said.
"I better not, because I think I was in with Vicktor there," Alannah teased. Kurt growled and passionately kissed Alannah. God, how Kurt had missed kissing her! He could feel Alannah surrender and melt into him. He was surprised when Alannah broke off the kiss.
"No offence, but you look like shit, Kurt. You need to sleep, "Alannah said.
"Hmm, can I sleep with you?" Kurt said.
"Yes, as long as you behave. No nookie! I want to take things slow this time. Sex complicates things," Alannah said.
"I can work with that princess," Kurt said, grinning.