Red Hot Love: The Morningstar Series: Book 5
Red Hot Love – Chapter 10

Meeting my mates was surreal. I couldn’t believe it was happening. My mind has been going a mile a minute since I laid eyes on them. Ezra has been hovering at the surface, but wasn’t urging me to mark them. I think that he could tell they were freaked out by this whole thing.

All I wanted was to touch them, love them. It broke my heart that Olive didn’t seem to want anything to do with me. Ozzy didn’t say much, but I could see the interest in his eyes. I’m sure this was a huge shock to them, I know it was for me.

Having two mates is super rare, how did I get to be so blessed?

Never would I have thought I would be lucky enough to have two mates. No wonder why I found both genders attractive. Olive and Ozzy were in a whole new league too.

They are f*****g sexy. Olive with that angry expression she always has. Her dark chocolate hair is so thick, and looks like silk. I wanted so badly to run my fingers through it. And Ozzy, ugh!

Ozzy’s red curly hair is adorable. It’s much curlier and fluffier than mine. I love his bright blue eyes and the way they sparkle when he’s intrigued.

We spent all night talking. Well, until Olive fell asleep. She leaned her head on my chest as I faced Ozzy on the couch. Ozzy had chuckled at her, and ran his hands through her hair. It only made her snuggle up to me more. My heart beat faster, and my cheeks warmed as I stared down at her.

“She’s so pretty.” I whispered, and then took a deep inhale.

Olive is the one that smells like almonds and cinnamon. With Ozzy’s shirt on, their scent is mixed. It’s the best thing I have ever smelled. I love it. It’s intoxicating.

Ozzy chuckled lowly. The sound went straight to my d**k. Damn, I really am a w***e. All I can think about is having them both. Just picturing all the things I could do to the both of them. We would have so much fun.

“She is isn’t she.” Ozzy agreed. “It’s okay if you want to like, play with her hair or something.” He told me.

I looked up at him. “Uhm, really? I don’t think she would like that very much.” I said.

Ozzy smiled. “Olive is just a hardass. She comes off bitchy, but she doesn’t mean it. She’s a very nice girl once you get to know her.” He told me.

“Plus, I know you want to play with her hair.” He added.

I blushed as I looked up at him.

“That obvious huh?” I asked.

Ozzy nodded. “It’s cute. Which is strange I guess. I’ve seen other guys check her out or hit on her. Been in a few fights because of it actually.” He told me.

“Really?” I asked.

“Yeah. Fury’s are very jealous and possessive creatures. I’m extremely shocked that we have a third mate.” He said as he looked down at Olive.

Ozzy twirled a piece of Olive’s hair between his fingers. He reached up and grabbed my hand. Sparks shot up my arm making my blush deepen.

Then Ozzy brought my hand to Olive’s hair. He brushed my fingers through it gently, and I shivered before he let go. I kept my hand in her hair, just running my fingers through it over and over.

“It excites me to see you touch her.” Ozzy admitted.

I nodded and smiled at him.

“It’s the bond. We’ll never get jealous of each other.” I said

Ozzy grabbed my other hand, and locked our fingers together. He looked down at our hands, and a small smile touched his lips. He’s so f*****g sexy.

How am I supposed to go all summer without seeing them?

“Can I have your phone number?” I asked abruptly.

Ozzy looked at me. “You want my number?” He asked.

I chuckled lowly. “Yeah, of course I do. Both of you. But one of you is alseep right now.” I said.

“Don’t you want to talk while we can’t be together?” I asked. “I could probably teleport to you guys too, without our parents knowing.” I added.

Ozzy chuckled. “Okay. But I’m not sure Olive will feel the same.” He said.

My smile fell. I looked down at the beautiful girl resting against me. She hates me. I could see it in her eyes, in the way she spoke all night. My heart hurts. All I want to do is shower them both with love and affection.

Will Olive ever give me that chance?

“She doesn’t like me too much does she?” I asked.

I tried to keep my voice light, but I knew Ozzy could pick up on the sadness. He squeezed my hand that is holding his. I brought my eyes up to meet his light blue ones.

“She just needs some time. This was a lot for us to take in.” He said.

I nodded. I know that he’s right. That doesn’t stop me from being disappointed though.

“Ya know, I thought about what it would be like to meet my mate for a long time. I always thought that if my mate were a male, that he wouldn’t know he was into dudes.” I said amused. Ozzy’s face flushed.

“I pictured all the ways I would convince him to let me love him.” I said, and then squeezed his hand. “I never thought that it would be the women running from me.” I said asmused.

Ozzy smiled. “I never said I was into this.” He teased.

I laughed lowly. The movement shook Olive slightly. I froze with my fingers in her hair. s**t, I woke her. But then she swung her legs up and leaned more into me. Olive let out a dreamy sigh before going still again. Ozzy picked her legs up, and scooched closer to me before taking my hand again.

“Her body wants you.” Ozzy told me.

“And I want her body.” I said, and then I realized what I said. I gave Ozzy a sheepish look. “I’m sorry.” I said half heartedly.

Ozzy shook his head. “Don’t be. It excites me.” He said.

I smiled brightly at him.

“I know that we just met tonight, and that you guys are… well freaked out by this.” I said. “But I just want you to know that I really want this. I know it’s werid for the two of you but not me. I feel like I’ve been waiting so long to meet the two of you. You have no idea how badly I wanted this.” I said as I squeezed his hand.

“Is that why your mom looked so relieved when she found out you met your mate?” Ozzy asked.

My cheeks heated. Damnit. Mom embarrassed the absolute s**t out me acting that way. I had hoped that neither of them would ask me, but here we are.

“Uhm, yeah I guess. I know that I’m only 16, most supernaturals can’t detect their mates until they are this age, but I’ve always been different. I would have been able to tell at a younger age. Every year I went to Mate Week hoping that I would meet you two. Not that I knew it was the two of you at the time or anything.” I rambled.

“Uhm, anyways, every year that I didn’t meet my mate I got more and more depressed. Usually I am the funny and bubbly one in my family. Mom started to notice a change in that a couple of years ago. I still managed to push through and cheer up though.” I said with a smile.

“I think she was just more worried this year. Honestly, I don’t blame her. I was pretty sad at the end of the ball. I had given up and was leaving when I scented the two of you.” I told him.

“Scented us?” Ozzy asked.

I nodded. “Yeah. Olive smells like toasted almonds and cinnamon. You smell like cedar and citrus. You two make a beautiful combination.” I said with a smile.

“We’ve heard about Morningstar’s but we don’t know much about what you guys are.” He said.

“Uhm, well, I’m part Vampire, Werewolf, Witch, and Demon. They call us Demidevil’s or Tribrids. Our power is supposed to be like a God’s.” I told him.

Ozzy nodded. “So, you have a wolf then?” He asked.

I nodded, and Ezra pushed further to the surface. I could tell that my eyes are glowing by the change in Ozzy’s expression. He looks… curious?

“What’s his name?” He asked.

“Ezra.” I breathed out, and tried not to shiver.

“Ezra and Azai.” The way that our names rolled off of his tongue had me feeling all kinds of tingley. “So, you drink b***d and can do magic?” Ozzy asked.

I nodded. “I do, and I can.”

“That’s pretty cool.” He replied.

I smiled. “Thanks. Not a lot of people think so, but I’m glad you do.” I said. We were quiet for a moment. I just stared at him. This has to be too good to be true. “I still can’t believe I found you.” I whispered.

Ozzy smiled. “I’m sorry that you spent so much time looking for us.” He said.

I shook my head. “Don’t be. It was totally worth the wait.”

Ozzy chuckled. “You barely know us, and from what you see so far… How can you say that?” He asked.

I shrugged. “I don’t know how the mate bond works for Fury’s, but I’m already madly in love with the both of you.” I admitted.

Ozzy’s cheeks flamed. Goddess, he is so adorable when he blushes. I just want to reach out and pull him against me. Really sandwhich our girl.

“Even though you have to wait a while to see us again?” He asked.

I nodded. “As long as I end up with you two in the end, I’ll wait years. And I will always think the two of you are worth it.” I declared.

Ozzy went quiet for a moment.

“I’ve never even thought about being with a guy before. I like girls, well a girl, all I have ever thought about was Olive.” He told me.

I gave his hand another squeeze.

“We don’t have to do anything that you don’t want to. Ever. And if you ever want to try something, then we can. I can teach you, and I’ll take good care of you.” I told him.

Ozzy’s eyes took on a red glow. He shook his head, and squeezed his eyes shut. When he opened them again the glow was gone.

Did I just turn him on?

“You’re really expirenced huh?” He asked.

I shrugged.

“Last year after Mate Week, and me not replaceing my mate, I lost my virginity. My parents are always going on and on about how you should save it for your mate. I was going to. But then I got so sad, and then so horny. After the deed was done I figured that I could just learn everything I need to know. So, when I did meet my mates, I could give them nothing but plessure.” I said.

Ozzy’s eyes took on another red hue, not as bright this time.

“And did you? Learn a lot I mean?” He asked.

I smirked. “I did.”

“Did you always know you were into guys?” Ozzy asked.

I shook my head. “Honestly, I never gave it much thought until last year. I was quick to realize that I like a little bit of everything I guess. Maybe I’ve just always been open.” I said. “Uhm, does it bother you that I’ve been with other people?” I asked hesitiantly.

Ozzy smiled and shook his head.

“It’s strange. Thinking about you with anyone other than us makes me angry. I understand that you have a past, and I would never judge you for doing what you wanted before you met us. It’s just… strange to feel jealous over someone who is-“

“A guy?” I asked with a laugh.

Ozzy shook his head. “Who isn’t Olive.”

I blushed. Why did that statement make me blush? He’s just being honest with me.

“I heard that Werewolves are very posessive. Why hasn’t your wolf taken over and marked us yet?” Ozzy asked.

“Ezra would never mark either of you without your consent, and neither would I.” I told him.

Ozzy smiled, but then it faultered. “Look Azai, I can’t promise you that Olive will ever be on board with this. She… she doesn’t really like anyone outside of our group. Olive didn’t even want to come here. I just… don’t want you to get your hopes up.” He said.

My own smile fell at his words. I looked down at Olive, and lightly trailed my fingers over her cheek. She has to accept me. I’ll never survive without them, either of them. They’re mine. Both of them.

Still, sadness gripped at me. I always knew that being rejected was a big possibility. I’m a Morningstar. Usually, people either wanted us fully, or not at all. I can’t tell you how many times growing up I heard how none of us even deserve a mate.

They weren’t right, were they?

Was I given two already mated Fury’s as some kind of joke? Was it only so I could feel the bond for one night? Was this all a set up by the Moon Goddess? Was I really just meant to be rejected?

“Azai?” Ozzy’s voice came out so soft.

I looked up, and tried to give him my best smile. “I-if the two of you just give me a chance, I could change your minds. We could all be happy together. Neither of you would ever go, even a second, without feeling loved.”

Ozzy chuckled. “I never said I wouldn’t give you a chance.” He said. “Fury’s hold the mate bond very highly. Over the last twenty years or so, our people have had a harder time replaceing their mates. That was partly why we came here. But we value the mate bond, no matter who our mate is. Olive is just stubborn, but she can’t ignore the bond forever.”

I nodded. “Maybe I can convince her when I see you guys for my birthday.” I said hopeful.

Ozzy nodded and chuckled. “Yeah maybe.”

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We spent the next few hours talking. Eventually Ozzy fell asleep. He had snuggled up against our girl, and I started to play with his hair. I was reciting my favorite poem by Sylvia Plath when I heard his breathing change. I stayed up for an embarrassing amount of time just staring at the two of them. They seem so peaceful. I love them both so much already.

How was I ever supposed to let them go?

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I was having the best sleep of my life when the most intense pain I’ve ever felt shot through my body. I sat up with a loud gasp, and clutched my chest. My vision blurred. I tried to stand up, but then fell.

Why does it hurt so bad? It feels like I’m being torn apart on the inside.

“Azia?” I heard Miriam’s voice. “Oh my Goddess, Azai! Are you alright? What’s wrong?”

I couldn’t even open my eyes now. I just curled into a ball on the floor, and started to sob. A cold and lonely feeling settled in my chest.

“It-it hurts.” I sputtered out.

“Oh dear, what happened?” Miriam tried to ask.

I just started to shake my head. I have no idea how to answer her. What is going on with me?

That was when I realized it. My mates. They’re too far away. I was supposed to get something from my mom before they left to help with the distance pains.

Did.. Did they leave without telling me goodbye?

Another wave of pain shot through my body. I tried to get to my feet. They wouldn’t of just left me like that. Maybe Olive… No. Neither of them. They might have been freaked out, but they would have at least said good bye to me.

I struggled to get to my feet. My breathing is coming out hard. Something must be wrong. They must be hurt or something. I have to replace them.

“Azai honey what are you doing?” Miriam asked, but I ignored her as I got to my feet.

I tried to breath through the pain as I made it to the school. I couldn’t teleport for some reason. It must be the pain. f**k, this hurts so bad.

It took me much longer than normal to make it to the school. When I did Tia and Ares are outside seeing a few people off. Figures now he would be helping. I must look rough because as soon as they saw me they came rushing for me.

“Azai, what’s wrong?” Ares asked. “You’re in pain.” He stated.

I fell onto his chest as I tried to breathe through the pain.

“My mates..” I managed to get out as I looked at Tia. “They’re.. in trouble.” I said.

Tia’s eyes went wide. “What? I just got a call from Brooke saying he just dropped them off at the airport.” She told me.

“W-what?” I asked.

They… left me? Without saying good bye? They really…

Hopelessness clung to me. That along with all the pain was too much. I slumped against my brother more. He could drop me for all I care. They f*****g left me.. I should have been better, done more. I should have forced Olive to stay awake, and had a longer talk with them. Maybe I could have changed her mind.

Maybe…

I fell even more on my brother. Ares almost dropped me. He wrapped his arms around me and held me up.

“Azai? Are you okay?”

I could barely hear his voice.

“Azai? Can you hear us?”

I couldn’t react to them. I’m being drained. I can feel it. This is worse than any time I have ever died. Worse than any pain I’ve ever felt.

Hands cupped my face. Tia’s blurry face filled my vision. I still couldn’t focus on anything.

“Azai!” She shouted at me.

“They… They left me..” I whispered.

Another wave of pain shot through me. I screamed out as my spine bent back in a weird angle. My breathing stopped altogether, and then everything went black.