The Summer Moon
Chapter 73 -

Tyrese

I closed the gap between us in an instant, ravishing her lips with my own. She leaned into me, tangling her hands into my hair and pulling herself up against my lips. Her hands ran up under the bottom of my shirt, and I eagerly took it off. I needed her more than I'd ever needed anyone or anything. The electricity pulsed between us as I pulled our clothes off and tossed them on the floor, needing to feel every inch of her skin against mine.

She jumped into my arms and I carried her over to my bed, feeling desperate for her touch as she lay beneath me, Her finger tips explored my skin while my lips met hers. I slid my hand down to her clit and groaned noticing how ready she already was. Then as I ran my hand up her leg ready to thrust in she spread his finger tips out across my chest as a barrier, looking up at me with those big green eyes.

"Nuh uh, my turn," she whispered, rolling us over in a sudden motion so that she straddled me. My wolf howled out as she lowered herself onto me, pleasure rushing through me. Fuck, she was perfect.

The next few hours were pure heaven spent cuddling and screwing some more in my bed. We could hardly keep our hands off of each other. Malia was driving my wolf crazy, every time she moved, or spoke, or even just looked at me all I could think about was how much I love her.

"Ty, could we talk?" Malia asked as she came out of my closet wear one of my t shirts. She leaned against the door frame and I noticed her biting her lip, that nervous habit of hers.

"Of course, is everything okay?" I walked over to her, reaching out to run my hand through her hair. Panic rushed through me when she looked down towards the floor without meeting my eyes. Fuck, what had I done now? This evening had been so perfect. I squinted my eyes shut, feeling a rush of emotion come over me.

"I just, I-" she began then suddenly her hands were on my face and my eyes flashed open to meet hers. Her eyes searched mine, then suddenly narrowed as if she were angry. "You better not be doubting me again," she said slowly, "I love you."

My eyes softened and I smiled at her, pulling her body against mine. "Then why are you so nervous right now?" I raised my eyebrow at her, disappointed when she stepped back again and looked down to the ground. "And why won't you look at me?"

Her eyes shot back up to mine, sparkling as she said, "because you're naked and it's distracting me and I'm trying to talk to you," she stomped her foot dramatically and I burst out laughing. Goddess, that was so cute. But I totally understood how she felt, so I walked into my closet and pulled on some clothes.

As I pulled a t shirt from my dresser drawer, I knew Malia was watching me. "I want to talk about the future," she finally said and my breath caught in my throat. I turned towards her, my eyes widened. "I want to be with you always, but I feel like we haven't actually really had a chance to talk about it," she crossed her arms across her body hugging herself, leaning against the door frame once more. My heart raced in my chest, she wants to talk about the future. She's ready. She wants more.

I don't really know what I had been expecting from her, but it had taken so long for us to just get here. I didn't want to push her, but then there my mother talking about moving in and babies and weddings and it might totally be freaking Malia out. I had been planning on bringing the conversation up in a few days after giving her some time to think about it, just to see what she saw in the future for us. But here she was, smiling at me, bringing the conversation up all on her

own.

"I'm sorry about my mom, she's a little over excited," I blurted out, hoping this wasn't Malia's way of saying she was freaking out again.

"It was cute," she smiled back and I felt myself relax. That was a good sign. "I guess I just want us to actually talk about it because we haven't actually had the chance yet. Like where are we going to live? Do you even want kids? What about my schooling?" She began listing off questions and I was quick to reach her side, happy to answer anything she wants to ask me. I lifted her off her feet and she squealed then settled quickly as I carried her over to the couch. Sitting down with her in my lap I pulled a blanket over us and she cuddled into me.

"Let's start with one thing at a time then. Schooling?" I offered her the first topic, waiting for her to explain more.

"Well in New York I was supposed to be starting my studies in animal medicine this fall, but I have no idea how I'm going to do that considering I couldn't even spend 2 days away from you when I went to visit my grandma. I want to apply to schools here, but it's too late I already missed the deadlines," she mumbled the last part, her eyes now gazing down again as she fiddled with her hands.

"Send me your application stuff, my family has some connections and I can make some phone calls. Let me help you," I pleaded with her, I needed her to stay more than she knew. Her eyes lifted to mine, lighting up, then her hands were on my cheeks and her lips crashing against mine.

"Are you serious?" She said pulling back, the brightest smile crossing her face and I nodded back. I would do anything to make her happy here.

"Okay topic two, Yes of course I want kids, maybe like 3 or 4? I really liked growing up with siblings so i really want my kids to have that. But I'm not ready to share you yet, so I don't want to start trying anytime soon," I said and she smiled at this too.

"I really want a big family," she giggled. Malia's phone suddenly buzzed on the other side of the room so I went to grab it for her. "Who is it?" She asked as I walked back. I flipped on the screen and read the unread text from Alana then began laughing uncontrollably.

"Alana says that weirdo Liam is stalking her, apparently he's creeping outside her hotel," I said clutching my stomach and Malia joined in. This whole situation was just too funny, Liam was being so pathetic. Although I probably would have been the same way if Malia and I were in the same situation.

"How is it already 2am?" Malia groaned realizing the time. "I feel so awake, I'm never going to get to bed tonight," she smiled at me and I winked back. I liked the sounds of that, I was more than happy to keep her busy all night. Then I had the best idea.

"Want to go for a run?" I asked and her eyes lit up instantly. She grinned and eagerly nodded her head then jumped up from the couch and pulled on a pair of leggings under my t shirt. Taking her hand I led her out to the balcony of my bedroom, the moon in the sky already calling my wolf forwards.

I leapt over the balcony dropping to the ground below then turned up to her. "Okay jump down!" I called up and she slowly climbed over the balcony sitting on the edge of it. "Promise you'll catch me?" She said, biting her lip nervously. Her eyes were locked on the ground below and I could feel her nerves building.

"Baby I would never let you fall," I called back up, reassuring her. Her eyes shifted to meet mine and her nerves instantly settled making my heart beat faster. I loved the effect I had on her. I watched as she took a deep breath then pushed herself off the balcony edge and jumped into the air. I held my arms out, cradling her into my chest as she collapsed into me. Her arms shot up, wrapping around my neck and she let out the sweetest giggle. Pulling herself up her lips brushed against my neck kissing up to my jaw.

"Come on," I whispered, setting her feel gently on the ground. Taking her hand in mine I led us towards the border of the woods, the moon shon bright above us lighting our path. As we reached the border I slipped my shirt over my head and hung it up on a tree branch then did the same with my pair of shorts.

"Sooo hot," Malia whispered, her eyes drifting over me and I winked at her.

"I can show you hot," I mumbled, scooping her up in my arms and pushing her up against the tree. I kissed down her neck and she moaned beneath me. I just couldn't control myself around her any longer, this girl was making me crazy. "Ty!" She giggled as my hands lifted up under her shirt.

"Mm?" I asked her, gently brushing my fingers over her mark making her lean into me more.

"We're supposed to be going for a run?" She responded making it sound more like a question than a statement which made me laugh. She clearly was feeling totally distracted as I was.

"I guess this can wait," I pressed one more kiss against her lips then gently set her down on the ground. Pulling my boxers off now, I met her eyes one more time and noticed she was practically salivating. Goddess I love this girl, and now that she carried my mark I wanted to show her off to the whole world. I pulled my wolf forwards, her eyes never leaving mine even as they turned dark and my canines began extended. I leapt into the air, shifting into my wolf, and landing just a couple steps in front of her. I brushed my nose up against her stomach, immediately replaceing her mark and licking it.

"Ty," She giggled knotting her hands in my fur. So I bent down, letting her climb on my back. I felt so much pride as I stood back up and she settled so easily. She was born for this life and I cursed myself for ever doubting that. "Ready baby?" I linked to ask her as she readjusted her hands in my fur.

"More than ready," She giggled back and I could feel the excitement rushing through her. Then I launched off the ground, pouncing across the forest floor. I dashed through the woods, weaving between the trees and listening to the beautiful laughter coming from Malia. "I love you so fucking much Lia," I said to her and she settled further into my fur, lying down and snuggling into me.

"I love you Ty,” she whispered in my ear and I focused on her with all I had, I wanted to remember this moment forever. In less than 24 hours she would replace her wolf and I couldn't wait for her to feel the mate bond at full strength. Suddenly, an unfamiliar scent hit my nose and I skidded to a halt. Malia's grip tightened in my fur to stop herself from skidding forwards and off my back. I panicked searching the area around us, someone was here that wasn't supposed to be. Someone who didn't belong to my pack, a rogue. And then the howling began.