Why My Mate Cries
Chapter 53

ALIYAH’S POV

I did my best to keep my attention fixed on Liana, Alice, and Charlotte, who were talking to me, congratulating me as, finally, I’d become Reid’s wife and Luna of the Jewel Pack, but my gaze always found its way to follow Reid on the other side of the aisle.

I couldn’t believe that we were, at last, married to each other. The unification was so unfeigned and surreal that I had to pinch myself just to ensure that this was not a dream; that I truly married the man who captivated my heart and soul.

My chest rose as I breathed in when Reid checked over his shoulder and glanced over at me. I could feel the searing desire building up within me, and I knew it was the same case for him. The mate bond pull seemed to have become stronger right after the ceremony. It was as if our marriage had awakened the beast side of me, and now I desired him in the most intense way. I had never felt it even before I got pregnant, and it was embarrassing to admit that I was feeling it despite the fact that I had a baby in my womb.

“Aliyah!” Liana snapped her fingers in front of me, ripping me out of my thoughts.

Blinking, I looked at her, and asked, “W—What did you… uhm, what did you say?”

Charlotte and Alice chuckled. They seemed to be amused by me. Shaking off the need going through me, I cleared my throat and paid attention to them.

“As I was saying, we prepared a place where you two can stay for your honeymoon!” Liana exclaimed and stared at me mischievously. “We know that you’re pregnant, but according to Charlotte, you can still enjoy mating for as long as you’re careful.”

“Liana!” I called for her. My cheeks were heating in shame over this matter.

The three of them just laughed. Alice wrapped her arm to mine. “We also prepared nice lingerie for you as a gift. Reid will surely drool once you wear it.”

“A—Alice!” I hissed.

However, a lot of dirty thoughts started to whirl around my head because of what she said. A big part of me was actually excited, though I must confess that I hate to be that obvious in front of them. For Pete’s sake, I am a pregnant woman!

When the feast started, the garden became even livelier. Couples were dancing on the center aisle while the other members of the pack were seated at their tables and having their dinner. I was clapping my hands while watching Liana, Klaus, Alice, and Sage dance gracefully while a romantic classic song was being played.

“Are you having fun, wife?” A familiar and soothing voice whispered in my ear.

My heart began pounding aggressively when I turned to Reid, noticing his eyes burning with desire. I nodded slowly, licked my bottom l*p, and cleared my throat. We were seated on the same white couch, and across from us was the crowd dancing happily.

His hand slid down my h**s, and I shivered instantly. The intense heat that was going through me was making me unable to think properly. Reid’s breath brushed against the skin of my neck. When I looked up at him, a ruthless smirk was gracing his face. It was as if he already knew what I was feeling all this time, and he chose to tease me further.

“Reid….”

“You look so tired,” he said, and leaned down so he could whisper something in my ear, “And horny. How about we escape and proceed with the most exciting part?”

His fingers traced small circles on my h**s, making the spark from his touch go through me. My mouth fell open. There was something in his words that completely bewitched me. Blushing, I nodded in response.

He then held my hand. We both stood up, and even before Liana and Alice could protest, we already escaped the event and proceeded to the place where we could spend the night.

***

My eyes surveyed the insides of this elegant cabin where we would stay. It was rustic; the walls were painted brown and black. It wasn’t that big but was already enough for two people. The smell of fresh yet seductive perfume laced the air, and I couldn’t stop inhaling it.

The cabin was set up romantically. There were red and white rose petals on the floor, scented candles in every corner, and the heat coming from the fireplace added to the place’s being so cozy.

I heard Reid’s footsteps behind me. He wrapped his arms around my waist and then planted soft yet hot k****s on my exposed shoulder. I chuckled as his lips went up to my neck, licking my skin. That ignited the heat I’ve been feeling this whole time.

“I’m glad it’s just the two of us,” he murmured, still licking my neck, and then he breathed out.

“I am, too…”

My lips parted and I shut my eyes as what he was doing brought a powerful sensation within me. I leaned my body on his hard chest, tilted my head to give him a better access and bit my lower l*p firmly.

“Shit,” he cursed under his breath. “You literally smell of l**t right now.”

I mustered the courage to stand properly and spun around to meet his eyes that screamed of his needs… hunger… and love.

“So, are you…” I said in a fainting voice.

In a flash, he scooped me up and carried me upstairs. There I saw the bedroom filled with candles and petals too. On the bed, there was the lingerie that Alice had talked about earlier. It was a red, see-through lingerie that made my cheeks blush instantly. I couldn’t help but tremble as I envisioned myself wearing it.

Then Reid put me down. He stood behind me, and I felt his finger brushing my skin at the back. That’s when I realized that he had started unzipping my dress, and I shuddered when the cold night breeze danced against my skin.

I swallowed hard. My heart rate picked up as soon as he was done unzipping my dress, and it slid down the floor in an instant. I inhaled heavily, then turned around to meet his gaze.

No one was speaking. Our eyes were just locked on each other, seemingly communicating and fascinated with the desire flashing through them.

His hand moved, curling under my chin, and then he said, “You’re officially mine now…”

My cheeks burned. I offered him a smile—a smile that told him that I wouldn’t resist such an idea, as it was the only thing that made me happy; that made me whole.

“I’m yours, now and until my last breath, Reid…” I cupped his face and tiptoed to k**s him on the lips. “Now, make love to me.”

His breathing was ragged as he claimed my lips. That night, I was immersed in a searing yet satisfying pleasure. Our bodies once again collided, and I knew that nothing could ever separate us now that we were officially bonded.