The Claiming By Cooper

The Claiming by Cooper (Jara & Mason)

Chapter 22

Jara

Is this what it’s supposed to be like? What it used to be like? Meeting someone, getting to know them, and starting to really like them? I’m finding that the more time I spend with Mason the more time I want to spend with him.

I also find that I really enjoy kissing Mason. I was embarra*s*sed when I blurted out that 1 wanted kisses. But there’s something intimate about it that doesn’t feel like it’s moving toward s*e*x. I’m sure it could and does sometimes, but it’s also its own intimate interaction, and I really like it. Apparently, he likes kissing me too, since he gave me free reign to kiss him anytime.

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The more I speak to him, the more he seems like Seth, and that is a good thing. I could easily see myself falling for Mason. We have easy conversation the rest of the walk. I enjoy talking to him. He doesn’t come across as pompous or arrogant.

“I saw you speaking to one of my pack members earlier this evening.” He says, and I’m not sure if he’s happy about that or upset that I was speaking to one of his pack members.

“Yes, Callum. He asked to speak to me.”

He nods, before speaking. “He’s a good warrior, a good man. He would make a good mate and he would treat you well.” He says. I’m guessing he thinks I’m interested in his pack member because I spoke to him.

“Interesting. He said the same thing about you.” I say and get an instant reaction. Mason stops and turns to look at me.

“He did?” “Are you surprised by this?”

this for a moment. “Well, yes, actually. You’re an Alpha female, the biggest ‘prize’,’’ he uses air quotes, “of the year. I’m surprised he would be willing to tell you anything positive about any

then to know that when I asked him, he said that if it came down to you or

the emotions play out over his face. Disbelief, awe, sadness then finally appreciation. “My pack members know this is my last chance, Jara. They worry about me, about the future of the

my hand. “Then tell me why, Alpha Mason, you are removing yourself from every other lottery. Why, if this is your last chance, are you only giving

part of it. But I’m attracted to you for more than your rank. You are intelligent, protective, and fierce. Do I think you would be a great Luna for my pack? Absolutely. But I also think you would be a great partner for me, someone that I could enjoy talking to, spending time with,” he smiles

his warm, soft lips

“Kissing is good,” I say and even to

open my eyes. “As I said, Jara. You are welcome to kiss me any time the urge strikes

true that the time you are spending with me is causing other Alphas to

shrugs. “Does it look like I’m

“I wouldn’t want you to get injured or…or worse because

Jara, or are you equally concerned about everyone in your claiming?” “Well,

not what I asked, and you know

you want

“Always.

sure if this will change Mason’s mind about me

other off before my claiming, keeping me from being forced into this freak show because I’m

me curiously. “And

attacked last night