The Alpha's Regret: Return Of The Betrayed Luna

Chapter 364: Chapter 364 Focus On Me

He knew that if he confirmed her fears and admitted that he also suspected one of her other mates was in danger, Addison would take off without hesitation. That was exactly what he wanted to avoid.

Although he had told her about seeing Greg and overhearing parts of his schemes, he had deliberately withheld the full truth, specifically Greg’s plan to target the Golden Hue Pack and the night attack.

He knew Addison’s hatred for Greg ran just as deep as his own, as well as Levi’s and Maxwell’s. If she had known Greg would be making a move, she would never have agreed to leave with the first batch of evacuees. She would have stayed behind to lay an ambush for him herself.

Zion pursed his lips as he looked at Addison. He didn’t want to confirm her suspicion because he wasn’t sure what she might do afterward. He knew all too well how far a mate’s protectiveness could go, after all, he was the same when it came to Addison.

So, he could only assume that if she found out either Levi or Maxwell was in danger, she would rush off to save them, potentially falling into a trap. Without needing to speak to Maxwell or Levi, Zion knew they wouldn’t want her to come either, as he trusted their ability to handle the situation on their own.

All he could do now was stall Addison until her pain subsided. And if their suspicions were correct, if one of her other mates truly was in danger, then once the pain faded and nothing happened to her, it would mean the other two had already managed to resolve the situation safely.

Zion firmly believed that with Levi’s overprotectiveness toward Addison and Maxwell’s composed yet determined nature, the two would do everything in their power to protect themselves.

They both knew that if anything happened to them, it wouldn’t just affect Addison through the mate bond, it could endanger her life as well. So, even though Addison was writhing in pain, Zion couldn’t let her rush to where the other two were. He had to distract her and place his trust in Levi and Maxwell.

Though every part of him wanted to run after them, to confirm his suspicions and prevent any harm that could bring Addison more pain, his priority was clear. He needed to protect her from danger, especially from people like Greg, and only allow her to go to them once the situation had settled down.

Besides, right now, too many things were happening inside Addison’s body that no one could fully explain. Her wolf wouldn’t come out just because she willed it, it was still sealed deep within her.

So who could say what would happen if she faced Greg, that malicious bastard with a cunning, scheming mind? If he tried to harm her while her wolf remained dormant, and they were forced into a fight... Zion didn’t even want to imagine the worst that could happen.

”Addie, baby...” Zion murmured softly as he leaned down to capture Addison’s lips again, trying to divert her thoughts and ease her growing suspicion.

”The pain will fade soon. Just focus on me, yeah?” he whispered against her mouth. His left hand began to wander, tracing possessive paths until it cupped her right breast, giving it a firm squeeze and a teasing pinch that made Addison gasp sharply.

”Ah! Zion...” Addison gasped, biting her lower lip as a shiver ran through her. Heat pooled low in her core, her body responding instinctively to Zion’s touch, craving the closeness he offered, anything to push the pain away from her body and mind.

Yet, despite the ache of desire building inside her, part of her still worried about the other two.

Sensing her hesitation, Zion deepened the kiss, pouring both comfort and need into it. His hand continued to explore, sliding beneath her clothes until his fingers found her bare skin. When he reached her nipple, he gave it a teasing pinch that made Addison gasp again, the sensation a mix of pain and pleasure that sent waves of heat coursing through her.

Only then did she realize how much more sensitive she had become, the sharp pain she’d felt earlier slowly melting into a deep, consuming arousal.

Zion’s restless hand moved to the back of Addison’s head, his fingers tangling in her hair as he held her close, refusing to let her pull away. He deepened the kiss, swallowing her muffled moans, which was a tangled mix of pain and pleasure that made his control waver.

”Stop thinking about everything else,” he murmured against her lips, his voice low and rough. ”Focus on me... I’ll make you forget everything soon.”

With that, he guided her legs around his waist and rose from where they had been under the tree. Still kissing her hungrily, his hands roamed over her body, possessive yet careful, grounding her with every touch.

He began walking away from where the others could see them, heading toward the river where the sound of flowing water mingled with their heavy breaths.

There, at the rocky bend of the stream, a secluded spot perfect for bathing, Zion let his Alpha aura unfurl. It spread like a silent warning through the air, a powerful force that would drive away monsters and wolves alike, ensuring that no one dared come near while he was there.

And so, Zion carried her toward the other side of the river, their lips still locked in a heated kiss. Addison was completely consumed by his touch, his taste, the tingling waves of pleasure coursing through her body. Her thoughts scattered like leaves in the wind; she couldn’t think straight anymore.

Every time a flicker of thought tried to surface, Zion’s gentle yet deliberate touch drew her back, grounding her once more. Whenever her focus began to drift, he deepened the kiss, a silent reminder of where he wanted her attention to be: on him, and only him.

”Good girl...” Zion murmured, his voice low and velvety as he trailed soft kisses along her jaw before nuzzling the crook of her neck. Addison shuddered, a ripple of goosebumps rising across her skin as a shiver coursed through her body.

”Why don’t you slowly take off your clothes and show me... or do you want me to help you, hmm?” His teasing tone carried a magnetic pull, deep, sensual, and impossibly commanding.

The sound of his voice made Addison’s thoughts blur; all she could think about was his touch, the heat of his skin against hers. The warmth spread through her like fire, consuming her from within as arousal drowned out everything else.

The way Zion looked at Addison made her feel as if she were his entire world, the only thing that mattered. Then, with a swift and fluid motion, he stripped off his clothes and stepped into the water, making his way toward the rocky ledge.

Facing her, he sat on the edge of the rock, half of his body submerged in the cold river. His arms rested lazily along the stone behind him, a silent yet deliberate invitation for her to come closer. His gaze burned with heat and longing as he waited for Addison to join him.

Seeing him sit there so leisurely, her gaze couldn’t help but trace every inch of his naked, perfectly sculpted body, from the moment he took off his clothes until he settled at the edge of the water.

His toned physique stirred her arousal to a whole new level, making her knees grow weak beneath her.

”Are you coming in, or do you want me to escort you here?” Zion teased, one brow lifting in playful challenge as his gaze traveled slowly from Addison’s face down to the faint outline of her hardening nipple.

”Baby,” he murmured, his voice growing husky, ”won’t you come here and join me?” His Adam’s apple bobbed as he swallowed, and with her sharp eyes, Addison caught the unmistakable sight of his cock growing hard—just from watching her react to him.

Seeing his reaction made Addison feel wanted in a way that sent a delicious churn through her stomach. Zion, who hadn’t missed a single one of her subtle movements, watched her squirm slightly, which made her look alluring, hesitant, yet irresistibly beautiful.

When he noticed her gaze flicker toward his hardening cock, a surge of heat rushed through him; his body reacted instinctively, his heart itching with desire that clawed at his chest. He was utterly enamored with her.

To say that his teasing was only to help her forget about the other two and keep her from acting on impulse would be a lie. In truth, he was being selfish, wanting to savor more time with her, to make her grow accustomed to his presence.

Because once they returned to her other mates, he knew he’d have to fight harder so Maxwell and Levi wouldn’t easily claim her for themselves.

”Come here...” Zion murmured, his tone dripping with heat and invitation.