Accidental Surrogate

James

At first, James thought he misheard her.

Then he thought he had misunderstood.

But there was no doubt now—not the way Elizabeth was looking at him, with big eyes full of hope, anticipation and a little fear. Hearing the protected she-wolf profess her love made her heart race, until it was __slamming violently against his ribcage as he sped to a gallop . Elizabeth’s skin was bright pink, and she couldn’t really look him in the eye . Her gaze kept flying up and down, almost as if she thought James could reject it. Thisit was adorable and annoying at the same time. Didn’t she realize how crazy he was about her?

At the same time, he didn’t want to force her beyond her limits. It was one thing to think she was ready, and another to actually take such a step important. James wrapped a large hand in Elizabeth’s hair, pulling her face up.” You thought I’d refuse, honey? He asked, caressing her sharp jaw with the tip of his thumb. “Surely you realize how hopelessly in love I am with you, Elizabeth. ” _

harder now. “I don’t

the same. I’ve just been trying to be patient. “_ _ _ _ _ I don’t want you to be patient anymore. Elizabeth grumbled, all she-wolf as her eyes gleamed neon blue. James showed off his fangs and growled softly, until the animal ferocity disappeared from the Elizabeth’s countenance , ” I think I need to be pushed. “She added with a small pout. “My she-wolf has me begged to give in to you for weeks, and I have resisted her. I appreciate you trying to give me time, but I can’t do it alone. I… _ _ _ _ _ _I need help to take this final step. Elizabeth admitted, her knees

exactly what she meant. Loving Elizabeth had been an exercise in endurance, self-discipline and absolute masochism. “I appreciate it, baby. He purred, kissing her cheek. “And I’m so proudof you for acknowledging and asking for help, but no there’s a rush. ” He

corrected him in a sultry tone, peeking out at the underneath her eyelashes and watching as his words sank. ” I mean, I want you to actually claim me. She clarified, running her little

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to take her to bed in that instant, he couldn’t resist kissing her either- it again. He growled, dragging her mouth to his and Elizabeth immediately opened it to his tongue, his light body moving restless against his. They surrendered for a few long, panting minutes, before James finally gave

what would happen to her relationship with James once the war broke out.really started. She had also seen the way all the Alphas were muttering and talking today, making plans and whispering strategies . And now with James looking at her, his brow furrowed with regret… It wasn’t hard to guess what he was about to say. “You go with Dominic into battle, don’t you? ” She stated,

read Elizabeth’s closed features. “The refugees won’t need me to transport them every day, because we

eyes burning. ” He’d be a fool if he