Page 23 of The Coven’s Sacrifice

My garden beds had yet to be built and I wanted them close to the chickens. My area was huge, so I could do plenty with it, but for now my coop and six garden beds were enough.

The sky rumbled above me, and I knew the rain would fall soon. It came at the perfect time, though, as I'd just put my tools away inside the coop. I should order a small shed next for everything. The rain fell hard around me, drenching me in seconds. I ran inside, panting by the time I’d made it up the stone staircase to my room. I winced as I realized I might’ve brought mud with me inside. Sienna would not be pleased.

I hurried into the shower, groaning as the warm spray soothed my muscles and warmed me from the cold. Strong arms came around my waist, startling me. I knew by the height it had to be Jacob. And he was obviously naked. His hard cock pressed into my upper thigh, his bare skin slicked against mine under the spray. I’d never seen him naked before, and even though I was torn on whether to be mad at him or myself, I still turned around, taking him in.

His blonde hair was all wet, his blue eyes shining with need as he blinked away the water that had gathered on his lashes. “I missed you,” he whispered, then rose on his toes and kissed me. It was the most tender kiss he’d ever given me, full of longing and apology.

I returned his kiss, conveying my own guilt and need for him. He growled low in his throat, pushing me back against the tiles. I allowed it, needing it.

“My Colin,” he whispered, kissing down my neck. My hands explored his body, surprised by the softness of it. I slid my hands down to his butt, squeezing the globes, pressing him closer to me. We moaned in unison, his dick rubbing against my thigh as mine slid against his firm stomach.

We grew frantic, his hand grabbing my neck before his fangs sank into me, my body shaking with the onslaught of pleasure. I ran one finger down his crease, teasing his hole. He groaned as he continued to feed. My finger slid into his hole, exploring that part of him as well. He thrust his dick harder against me, seeking his own pleasure.

“Jacob,” I whispered, taking his cock in hand, pumping him fast. My other hand, now two fingers deep inside of him, twisting and seeking. I had never done this before, so I tried to make it good for him. He then sucked harder on my neck, making my vision white out. I came, shouting in surprise. He joined me soon after, his dick back to rubbing against me, his cum running down my thigh.

I wanted to bask in the afterglow, but we really needed to talk. So, I removed my fingers from his ass, turned around under the spray, and continued to wash myself. If Jacob noticed my change of mood, he didn’t comment, just washed himself silently next to me.

“Come to my bed once you’re done,” I said over my shoulder as I left the shower.

Chapter Sixteen

Colin

I’d gotten partially dressed, mostly because it felt fitting for this sort of conversation. Jacob’s actions were confusing, as were my feelings in all of this. I couldn’t tell him that my inexperience was the reason for me wanting them both, but it felt like the truth. Maybe I’d been so resigned to fulfilling my duty, producing the next sacrifice, that now being with two men seemed like a reward. I was starting to fall for Jacob, a foreign feeling, but I believed that was exactly what was happening to me. Harland was a surprise, and now I desperately wanted to get to know him better, too. If I had to choose, though, I’d choose Jacob.

Now I just needed to clear the air with the vampire, because I was tired of second-guessing everything and I didn’t want to end up hurt like yesterday. I also didn’t want to come between him and his lovers, even if that meant I wouldn’t have any of them.

Jacob entered my bedroom in only a towel. His eyes weren’t meeting mine and there was something so vulnerable about the way he held himself. “You wanted to talk?” he said, finally meeting my gaze. I nodded and thought that perhaps I wasn’t the only one who’s heart was at risk.

“I want to apologize for kissing Harland yesterday,” I started, making him growl. I rolled my eyes and tugged him down on the end of my bed, making us sit right next to one another. I took his cold hand in mine, loving the feel of it. I hadn’t known how much I needed his touch to ground myself.

I continued, “I had no idea Harland was even interested in me, and my feelings were hurt after seeing you enter the dining room yesterday.”

Jacob scowled at that. “You were the one who insisted I stayed with my lovers.”

Sighing, I nodded. “I know, which is why I’m apologizing. The thing that upset me was Alexander’s clear intent on doing whatever it was you did before showing up. He looked at me like he owned you, like I had no claim on you at all.”

“But you do!” he protested.

“It didn’t feel like it, Jacob,” I countered. “You just sat there, blissed out and smiling while I fought back tears.”

“You were not crying,” he stated, like it was a fact.

“No,” I agreed. “But it was damn close, and Alexander noticed, he even mentioned it.”

He frowned at that.

“I was hurting because your lover was intent on hurting my feelings and you just sat there with a smile on your face. That was why I ran outside where Harland found me.” I laughed brokenly. “He even apologized on your behalf. But it was your comfort I wanted. You I wished had chased me outside.”

“So instead of waiting for me, you seduced my lover.”

“No!” I snapped. “I was crying and he comforted me, then he kissed me and I didn’t stop it.”

Another low, threatening growl. “I do not enjoy talking about Harland’s lips on yours.”

I stood, too angry to sit still. “Well, I don’t like being made fun of and ignored by my vampire!”

“I did not make fun of you!” he snapped, standing as well.