#Perfume & Body Spay

[bugs1nmybrain]

Crusty Kitty~Neko!Shigaraki x Reader Smut 🩵✨️

Notes: I hate myself

Summary: Tomura and his girlfriend end up in quite the predicament after a job gone wrong.

Reader is Described as: having fluffy hair, curvy body, short, female, she/her pronouns, reader wears a skirt, grey/black colored ears and tail.

Warnings: Explicit pet play, 18+ (MDNI), fem reader, breeding, kitty boy Shigaraki AND kitty girl reader, BITING, furry themes?, biting, unprotected sex, dom Shigaraki, unapologetically horny and clingy Tomura, titty sucking, reader is resistant to Tomura's quirk, mention of murder, cringe use of "nya" and other variations of it, mommy kink, cunnilingus, Tomura has white ears and tail, Tomura calls reader a slut, season 5ish Shigaraki (blue hair), shiggy has a noncon-ish thought at one point but the sex itself is entirely consensual, not proofread yet

Fuuuuck...

This was bad.

It wasn't uncommon for Tomura and his crew to run into some people with crazy quirks. Sometimes they'd do the strangest things to their bodies. This one though, it was about to kill Tomura. His newfound tail would not stop wagging and curling itself around his leg, trying his hardest from not grabbing you as you stood in front of him, brushing your hair.

Yesterday, you and Tomura had gone to a little interview to see if this mid-level criminal you two had heard of was willing to join the League. They were well-known in the underworld and had great connections. Tomura hoped to have gotten something good out of the encounter, but he soon discovered what he usually did. Another tryhard who was looking to steal his spot as the ruler of all things evil. So, there was a little tastle, to say the least.

In attempt to protect you, Shigaraki had gone after the villain with physical force. Before he knew it, you and he had been sprayed with some nasty smelling odor, left coughing up a storm. Tomura had managed to snatch ahold of the cocksucker, crumbling him away.

"Achew!" perfumes or anything like that always made Tomura's sinuses act up. "Good riddance. Let's go."

The next morning, you and him woke up to a surprise.

Both of you were decorated in ears, tails, claws, fangs, the whole nine yards. You still looked like people, but...catlike. Like a neko that you'd see in hentai. Tomura couldn't begin to describe the shock that washed over him when he saw you laying next to him with greyish-black ears and a tail of the same color. At first he thought it was just you, but when he felt something fuzzy hit the black of his legs, an instant "oh no" shot through his thoughts.

You two tried acting as if everything was still the same. Okay, so you guys were like this. Didn't mean that operations had to cease, right? Even though the looks that the League gave Tomura made him want to knock each one of them on their asses.

Ujiko said that the effects of the quirk should wear off in maybe a week. That's a long time to have these fuzzy ears and stupid fucking fangs that bit Tomura's tongue when he was least expecting it. Oh yea, his tongue was rough now too. What the fuck.

You. Were NOT helping. Actually, you were adorable. He'd watch as your tail would swerve along around your ass and when your ears would perk up when he asked you a question. Your figure was as breedable as it always was, but something about having the accents of catlike features made him leak. He could smell you now, too. This kitty boy transformation was embarrassing. Not only because of the way he looked but also because he was unbearably horny.

Tomura was horny as fuck already, but this little predicament had him fidgeting so bad and sweating as he looked at you. Your breasts seemed fuller than normal, and your ass was always bucking outwards. You must've been feeling it, too, huh?

It didn't really occur to him that you were both young adults, at prime "mating" time. And it wasn't like you and him were going to get spayed or neutered. It was also super convenient that this had happened right as you were at a high chance of pregnancy within your reproductive cycle. If that didn't make you horny enough, you sure as hell were now.

He watched you brush your fluffy hair, trying to avoid hurting your ears. He wondered if you'd tingle if he touched them. "Let's see..." he thought.

When Tomura stepped toward you, his tail immediately started wagging eagerly. Your eyes darted at him and you noticed how much taller he was than you, making you tingle. You wanted him to dominate you so bad.

"Do you know how bad your cunt smells right now?" Tomura husks, nuzzling his face into your hair. He breathes in your lady musk and grinds his groin against your back.

"I'm sorry..nyuahh..."

!

"Are you serious? Hehehe!"

"Sorry!"

"Shhh..mmm...back your ass up again..."

So you did. You rubbed your ass up on his crotch, tail flicking in his face. God, you made him throb so baaad. You looked up to his face while you coated the crotch of his pants in your soaked cunt, seeing his dilated red eyes that screamed "I'm gonna breed you so bad."

"You're such a sexy kittyyy,,,nyah.." he teased. You couldn't tell if he was joking or not, but the way he rutted against you gave you the impression that he was yearning. He teased his fingers on your ears, scratching behind them while you mewled. The way you reacted made him snicker. He bit your neck without warning, eliciting a yelp from you.

"Mmm! Tomuraawwhh~ what are you doing??

"I need you mommy...let me fill you with my kittens..nnyeow..."

Your cunt arched back on instinct. Tomura hiked up your skirt, showcasing your ass and cunt. It was dripping wet, begging for him to stuff you. He swore he could even see your clit twitch. Oh he wanted to fuck you silly, but he'd feel bad leaving you hanging. And he always got so sleepy after he came, and his catboy transformation made him need naps all the time. His white tail raised up as his cock leaked more at the thought of tasting your pussy.

"Get in bed," he commanded. Without hesitation, you nodded vigorously with a beaming "mhm!" and got in bed. You lie down on your back with your legs spread. You still had panties, but they were perfectly drenched, and there was glossy fluid glazing your thighs. Tomura took their handles and yanked them down, admiring the sight your puffy clit.

It didn't take any time before his mouth was latched onto your hot, wet cunt. Your smell was driving him feral, making his cock leak and twitch with vigor.

"Nyaahh...~!" you screamed. Your cunt was insanely sensitive and Tomura's rough tongue was relentless on your clit. The texture against your cunt drove you crazy as you rolled your hips. But Tomura held your thighs and devoured you, determined to have you cumming in minutes. You went to tug at his thick blue locks, petting his white ears as you did so. His teeth clamped down, though he tried to keep his mouth away from your pussy as he did. Even he respected that a bite to your pussy wouldn't feel very nice.

He mixed in some finger action, too, though he hadn't even thought that his claws may hurt you. He scratched your thighs gently while he continued attacking your cunt with his mouth. He looked up, seeing how full your tits looked underneath your tight tanktop. "Change of plans", he thought.

Tomura came up to your neck, licking and covering you in love bites while he pulled your shirt below your tits. Your nipples were flushed and incredibly sensitive, as you trembled at the slightest touch of his fingers. He cackles a bit and then latches his mouth onto your breast, sucking as if he was feeding on you. He made sure to rub your clit while he did it, hoping to have you cumming while he sucked your titties.

Bingo. With just a few precise motions and his rough mouth, you spasmed on his fingers and cried out in agonizing arousal, creating the most animal-like noises. Fuckkk...

"MMww...Tomuraahh~"

"Ehehehh..what is it? Does my kitty slut need to be stuffed..rrr~..."

He was purring! fhzjdijfas

"Mhm!"

"C'mere, then..."

Tomura manhandled you and flipped you onto your stomach. The sight of your supple ass made him buck, freeing his cock from his painfully tight jeans. His cock was pulsing and almost red from how pent up and horny he was, tip leaking with plenty of pre. He slapped his cock over your hole a couple of times and then proceeded to sink himself inside of you deeply.

"Awh!~"

FUckk...was he drooling? Your pussy felt SOOO wet and hotter than the Sahara. And yet, you were still suffocating him and unbearably tight. He plunged his cock in and out of you, making you scream underneath him. You sounded so gooey and wet and his cock kept thrusting in and out of your soaked cunt, and the added bonus of his hips smacking against your ass made it evident to the whole League that you were getting a good serving of Shigaraki right now.

Your mouth hung open for your cute fangs to show. Tomura shoved his fingers into your mouth, feeling around your sandpaper tongue. You bite his finger on accident, making him shout.

"OW! You bitch!"

He wasn't mad, though. He just cackled and growled to himself with his sore finger rubbing your lips as he pounded your cunt relentlessly. You were so small underneath him, making his dominant instincts fuck you even rougher, knowing that if you wanted to leave he had all the power to keep you under him. Your pussy fluids were leaking your your thighs onto the sheets. Fuck, you two smelled AWFUL, too. "This will need much needed cleanup," Tomura thought.

"Mmm!~ Nywah~ you love my kitty cock filling you up, huh??~"

"Yeaaawh~"

He sounded just as loud as you right now, crying and mewling out and in desperate need to pump you full of his cum. He bit your sensitive ear while he tugged on your tail, causing your ass to lift higher. His cock shoved itself into your core repeatedly and his balls slapped your ass. He bruised your cervix while he rammed you and he was going to cum soon, you could tell by how rough he was getting.

"T-rr-t-tomura!"

He didn't respond with words, instead driving himself in your body a few more times before eventually slamming deep into your cunt with a final yowling groan...Tomura rocked his cock into you even after he came, his sensitive cock aching terribly. When he pulled out he watched as his cum dripped out of your cunt, making him cry.

"Rrrr-hr-hrrr....mawhmmmy~"

"Mmm?"

"I loveee yew~"

"Eheheee...really??"

"rrrr..yeaa. Cuddle me."

It wasn't a request, but rather a demand, as Tomura wrapped his arms around you and practically trapped you in his grasp. He purred in your ear while he smothered you in his embrace, nipping at your ear and neck.

"Hey!"

"Mhmhm what?"

"That hurts."

"But I love you~" his raspy voice mewls.

"rrrr whatever..."

"Say it back."

"I love yeww Tomura~ you know I do."

What a wild turn of events, he thought. Your smell was still driving him crazy, but now that he made you his little cumdump he was ready to nap, and he wasn't going to allow you to leave. Both you and Tomura drifted off into slumber, purring in each other's arms, snuggled as close as humanly (..) possible.

[the-phantom-author]

hasan giggling when you guys find out you’re pregnant 🥹🥹 immediately booking you appointments, searching up cribs and stuff for your nursery- do you think he’d tell his mom and his family right away, or wait until you were showing or something? would he give them a call on the phone or have everyone over for dinner and make an event out of it?! tbh i can see him telling just his mom right away and waiting for everyone else. also def see him buying you a bunch of gifts so you’re comfortable while your body is changing and you’re going through something so incredible, from maternity clothes and comfort stuff to fancy jewelry and perfumes. would buy you a pregnancy pillow then immediately get jealous that you’re not cuddling him instead

- 🍄

I feel like Hasan is the kind of guy who would want to tell people in person. Like, I can absolutely see him telling his mom immediately, and waiting for the 12 week mark to start telling others. The first being people he knows who have kids, to help him gain some first hand knowledge and some help, but waiting until you start showing showing to tell other people.

He'd value your comfort so much, not that he didn't before it's just so much more now. It's one of those things where if you look at something for even a bit to long he's buying it for. You walk past a store and spend a few seconds to long, the next thing you know it's in your closet.

He also seems like the kind who would put furniture together as soon as it comes in. Like oh, the bookcase is in before anything else? Then it's getting put together. The dresser comes in? It's put up before the next day.

Not to mention how indulgent he'd be when it comes to the nesting phase of your pregnancy. You want to change the chair that in the nursery, go ahead, he'll even be the one to put it together. Want the house to smell a certain way? He'll go out hunting for the perfect candles and fragrance spays to get it there.

Hasan also huge on push presents. A ring with your, his, and the child's birthstones. A bracelet that you've been meaning to get. A fancy bag. Flowers waiting for you at home. He just wants to know that he appreciates you and the fact that you've birthed his child.

[ricearoniaddict]

1.) Oikawa Toruu, Miya Atsumu, Miya Chinen

2.) Matches for the wood smell

3.) My window is broken so I can’t open it;-;

4.) Goat man? (Idk Bro)

5.) Blue (varies is shade)

6.) Intrusive thoughts

7.) Hair ties bc they keep my hair tight buts schrunchies when doing half up or else my hair gets super tangled in the hair tie

8.) I don’t drink water

9.) Mostly ice lattes🏳️‍🌈

10.) Dippends in the rich person

11.) Guard

12.) Tightness in my chest that nothing seems to cure

13.) Like an hour ago (grout by the foot:))

14.) Yessir

15.) Dipends Who you ask

16.) Not legally (but yeah)

17.) Farsighted (but I can see close as well)

18.) Sun Bum leave in conditioner, Pantene Smooth and Sleek Shampoo, Sun Bum conditioner, that one spray that went viral for making hair smooth, Keratin spay, and occasionally Argan Oil

19.) I’ll try

20.) Soda

21.) So many stuffed animals and a boom that has the Twinkle Twinkle Little Star song

22.) Ask my sister

23.) As long as it’s not raining and windy then it’s nice

24.) Playing skz while sharing earbuds and staring at the sunset (it’s pretty)

25.) Perfume in the mornings and body lotion after showers

26.) Telling my family how they hurt me ;-;

27.) Gimme a sec… 5:30???

28.) In very crowded areas but not at school (I’m vaccinated and have all the boosters)

29.) Hit at first then slowly turn it cold

30.) Next question

31.) K-pop and bedroom pop (+showtoons)

32.) I have a few

33.) Idk

34.) Too Many (Santa Fe Prolouge)

35.) Central

36.) It’s been the same since joining

37.) My friend I’ve known since birth

38.) Idk the name but it’s kinda dark pink and from Lush

39.) All the time

40.) Yesss

41.) With milk and sugar and a dash of vanilla

42.) Instagram, Spotify, and Google(for ao3)

43.) As long as a I have a drink then they’re fine

44.) im gonna save that as leverage in arguments

45.) Yesterday was not a good day

46.) Prep and Landing 2

47.) “Now it does”

48.) I haven’t

49.) No;-;

50.) Absolutely

here’s weirder asks

who is/are your comfort character(s)?

lighter or matches?

do you leave the window open at night?

which cryptyd being do you believe in?

what color are your eyes?

why did you do that?

hair-ties or scrunchies?

how many water bottles are in your room right now?

which do you prefer, hot coffee or cold coffee?

would you slaughter the rich?

favorite extracurricular activity?

what kind of day is it?

when was the last time you ate?

do you love the smell of earth after it rains?

are you a parent? (all answers qualify)

can you drive?

are you farsighted or nearsighted?

what hair products do you use?

imagine we’re at a sleepover, would you paint my nails?

do you say soda or pop?

something you’ve kept since childhood?

what type of person are you?

how do you feel about chilly weather?

if we were together on a rooftop, what would we be doing?

perfume/body spray or lotion?

a scenario that you’ve replayed multiple times?

about how many hours of sleep did you get?

do you wear a mask?

how do you like your shower water?

is there dishes in your room?

what type of music keeps you grounded?

do you have a favorite towel?

the last adventure you’ve been on?

is there a song you know every word to by heart?

what’s your timezone?

how many times have you changed your url?

someone in your life, other than a relative, you’ve known for 10+ years?

a soap bar that smells good?

do you use lip balm?

did you have any snacks today?

how do you take your coffee?

an app you frequently use besides this godforsaken site?

what’s your take on spicy foods?

you get a free pass to kill anyone, who is it?

can you remember what happened yesterday?

favorite holiday film?

what was the last message you sent?

when did you first try an alcohol beverage?

can you skip rocks?

can i tag you in random stuff?

[femme-lovely]

Just had to go in bath and body works (nightmare store headache now) my sister ran out of arms to spay perfume on so she used mine now I stink

[frilly-interference-dazzling]

Frilly Crosses Her Eyes, For Awhile… 💈🎀💆🏼‍♀️😳🙄😵‍💫🕵🏼‍♀️👩🏼‍⚖️👸🏼🙋🏼‍♀️💆🏼‍♀️🧖🏼‍♀️🧥🥾🐩🌈💧🫧🏏💡🔮🧼🛁🧴🎁🪄🪭🧸🔒

Daddy sits me on his lap. He already took off my heels. I have on knee highs. I have a short pink dress on, fancy but not frilly.. I just sit there. He puts his hand on my tummy. I look up and he says he’s doing my hair. He lifts and dangles my limp little body from his hands of strength. He holds me under my arms facing away on the side for awhile while he digs through some things for me. He cuts my hair in the tub in fancy layers. It glows. He puts foam and plastic curlers in my hair after blow drying and spraying it with hairspray and voila! He spays me with glitter and perfumes different in different places. He puts on pajamas since I’m tired and weary and stimulated and need to be cuddled and fed a natural medicine and be stroked now. Then, after that I lie in him again and he places his tender and strong hand on my crotch lovingly like a baby.

[mrs2flyn]

| t h e f r e s h e n u p

* ‌wash your hands throughly‌

* butt ( use flushable wipes + personal cleanser to clean your behind twice then use paper towel to pat dry the area and last but not least moisturize with some bio - oil ) ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Bio - oil skincare oil

* ‌vagina ( use unscented baby wipes to wipe thoughtfully twice then pat dry with paper towel ) * ‌underarms ( use a wash cloth , wet it with some warm water , soap it thoughtfully and wash your underarms / use two unscented baby wipes for each underarm to wipe thoughtfully then dry them with paper towel ) * ‌feet ( use a feet brush + some scented body wash and clean thoughtfully then pat dry with towel ) ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Dove cucumber and green tea body wash

- Dove shea butter and warm vanilla body wash - St.Ives oatmeal and shea butter body wash - LUX Magical Spell Body Wash Shower Cream Long Lasting Scent Black Orchid - LUX Soft Touch Body Wash with French Rose and Almond Oil * ‌apply baby oil all over your body ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Johnson's baby oil

* ‌spray down your body with perfume / body spray ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Fragrance of choice ‌ * apply lotion all over your body ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Dove moisturizing body lotin

- Vaseline cocoa radiant lotion - Nivea shea nourish body lotion with shea butter - CeraVe moisturizing lotion

* ‌spray down your body with perfume / body spray again ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Fragrance of choice * ‌change your clothes ( underwear + outfit + socks ... ) *‌ apply deodorant on your underarms ( use at least 20 stripes on each underarm ) ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Dove cucumber and green tea stick deodorant - Dove go fresh cucumber and green tea spay deodorant - Dove regular spray deodorant ( preferably the blue one )

* ‌spray down your clothes with perfume / body spray ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Fragrance of choice * ‌spray on your hair perfume ~ p r o d u c t r e c o m e n d a t i o n : - Fragrance of choice

[fluffykittensox]

You gotta let your body sweat in some places remember. Just use body spay or an inexpensive perfume. Or spritz your bra if you want instead.

[socialvinod]

Top 5 Answers To “Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish?”

Ever went to hug your dog and got a whiff of something fishy? why does my dog smell like fish? Like humans, dogs too can give off a foul odour at times. A fishy smell is probably the worst. Dogs don’t seem to mind it but you probably won’t feel comfortable with the smell. Spraying a little perfume can mask the odour for a while but you need to get to the root of the issue.

Why does my dog smell like tuna fish?

There’s no single answer to your question, why does my dog smell like tuna fish. The reason could range from a fish-based diet and fish oil supplements to an underlying medical condition. It could be an infection, a dental issue, gastrointestinal disorder, etc. Scroll to learn more about what could be triggering these unpleasant odours.

Common Medical conditions causing a fishy odour

If the fishy smell is something that has come on quite suddenly. It could be an indication of a systemic illness or a skin infection. The most common skin infections that could have such symptoms are bacterial or fungal skin diseases, dandruff, seborrhea and ear infections. The intensity of the odour is usually directly proportional to the severity of the infection.

It’s always best to consult a veterinarian about such diseases. In the case of skin infections, topical lotions and ointments could do the trick. In the case of an ear infection, you can use ear drops but you must be careful as ear infections have a high risk of turning septic.

A yeast overgrowth in the folds of your dog’s skin could be another reason for the foul smell. Yeast occurs naturally but if your dog isn’t groomed regularly, it could accumulate and become a problem. Heavily wrinkled dogs like bull dogs and boxers have a high risk for such yeast infections.

Usually, wiping your dog down after meals and paying a little more attention to their grooming rituals can ease the problem.

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Why does my dog smell like fish sometimes – Gender Differences

When you’re trying to get an answer to why does my dog smell like fish sometimes, you must consider the dog’s gender.

Why does my female dog smell like fish?

If your dog is a female, you may notice her giving off a fishy odour when she is in heat. Though you may not like it, male dogs can find the smell quite alluring. Dogs go through a heat cycle twice a year. This is accompanied by hormonal changes. You’re wondering, why does my female dog smell like fish – but the male dogs sniffing around are taking it as a signal that your dog is fertile.

Why does my female dog smell like tuna fish – could it be serious?

A heat cycle may not be the only answer to your worries about ‘why does my female dog smell like tuna fish’. In some cases, it could be more serious.

Pyometra is a condition that affects the dog’s uterus. It typically affects middle-aged dogs and if left untreated, it could be fatal. Pyometra could even affect dogs who have been spayed. In such cases, it infects the stump of the uterus. Apart from the foul odour, you may also notice a greenish vaginal discharge. The veterinarian may advise surgery in some cases.

Another reason could be Metritis- a condition that affects female dogs that have just delivered a litter. It could also be a yeast infection. If you suspect any of these conditions, you should consult your vet.

It could also be a urinary tract infection. Since female dogs almost squat to urinate, they have a high risk of UTIs. Some UTIs clear up on their own while others may require medication. Make sure your dog drinks plenty of water to flush out the bacteria. If you don’t notice any improvement in a day or two, consult your veterinarian.

Why does my pregnant dog smell like fish?

Pregnancy can cause many changes in your dog’s body. One of these could be a foul odour from time to time. The odour and the discharge are usually not from the vagina but rather the anus. A search for why does my pregnant dog smell like fish leads to the question, why does my dog anus smell like fish?

So, why does my dog anus smell like fish?

Glands in the dog’s anus are a common cause of the fishy odour. Dogs have a pair of anal sacs or glands filled with fluids sitting on either side of the anus. When dogs poop, they naturally express these glands. It is a way for them to mark their territory. Issues with the anal glands develop when they don’t function normally and fill up with fluid. This is a very foul smelling fluid that could leak and smells fishy. The reason is usually the dog’s diet – if there isn’t enough fiber, the stool may be too small and soft and thus may not activate the sacs.

Apart from the fishy smell, you may notice other symptoms of full anal glands such as the dog dragging their bottom on the ground or licking or biting their tail and bottom. IF you notice these signs, consult your veterinarian. Most likely, your dog will need to have his/ her anal glands expressed. With a little practice and the doctor’s guidance, you can do this at home too. That said, don’t try after watching online videos and tutorials – always go to the vet first.

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[jellifysh]

Do u have Covid??

yes :( I'm recovered now but I can barely smell anything. I spayed one of my strongest perfume and it was like a body mist

[wolfs-hunt1]

Heart Shaped Kisses

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY TO YOU ALL!

Pairing: Steve x reader

Summary: Your first Valentine’s day spent with Steve turns out so much better than what you were expecting.

Word count: 1070

Participating in HBC Week of love - First Valentine’s day for @the-ce-horniest-book-club

A/N:  I know I don’t really describe much of the date, but I have been procrastinating studying for my exame all day and I ran out of time, so this is just something really small and sweet, I hope you’ll like it <3

Warnings: fluff, sorry for any typo 

After a long day at work, all you wanted to do was get home, have a nice bath, and snuggle in your bed with a book. But that's not what you would be doing. You had a date after all. And that was much more exciting than any book you could read.

So you rushed home, throwing your purse and keys onto the couch and rushing upstairs, discarding your clothes in the hallways and at the bathroom door, and jumping into your shower, washing away all of the day's sweat and grime off of your body, and taking care to remove the black mascara smeared onto your skin, making you look like a panda.

You didn't know what Steve had planned for tonight, but he had told you he wanted to spend today, and the entire day tomorrow with you, so you had taken the day off, much to the disappointment of your boss since tomorrow was valentine's day and she would already be understaffed.

Not that you cared, you wouldn't be throwing away this unique opportunity to be with your boyfriend when he was actually around and not risking his life in a mission somewhere away from you and with no way to contact you at all.

You got out of the shower and wrapped your fluffiest towel around you, getting an extra one to towel your hair dry while you rummaged through your closet. You decided on the confier side, so you pulled out a pair of denim that hugged your ass just nicely and a white blouse, so you could then pair it with a red scarf and your leather jacket.

He had told you he would be picking you up in his motorbike, so he wanted you to dress warmly, and get an overnight bag so he could take you to his cabin in the woods, so you two could have a romantic night, and not get bothered by anyone at the tower.

You chose your best set of panties, deep red with black lace, and a matching bra, staring at all your curves in the body length mirror in the back of the closet door. He was going to love your little ensemble. You pull your clothes on, and spay some perfume around your neck and wrists, putting on some light makeup and nude-colored lipstick.

You were wrapping your scarf on your neck when you heard a knock on the door, making you dash to the entrance and open the door out of breath after having run down the stairs.

"Wow, calm down sweetheart." Steve chuckled, stepping forward and giving you a chaste kiss on your forehead, looking then at you from head to toe, "You look beautiful. Ready to go?"

"Almost, let me just go grab my shoes and bag." he nodded while closing the door behind him, waiting patiently in the hallway for you to grab your overnight bag and put on your boots, finishing off the look you had been going for. "I'm ready." you said while coming down the stairs, and giving him a proper treating kiss this time. "Let's go?"

He only nodded, with a smile trying to break loose on his lips, and offered you his arm to escort you out into the cold street, where his motorcycle was parked near your entryway.

He climbs in, and hands you his extra helmet, waiting for you to adjust behind him before he revs up and drives away from your house, being mindful while driving and gently laying one of his hands in one of your at his waist whenever he slowed down or speed up.

He started to slow down near a small building, that you instantly recognized as being the restaurant where the two of you had had your first date a little over nine months ago and squeezed him harder, thanking him for remembering it. He helped you climb down his motorbike and kissed you deeply before walking inside the restaurant, keeping his fingers interlocked with yours at all times.

He had made a reservation, asking for a corner table, so that you two would have more privacy while in your date. The table was decorated with little pink and red hearts, and a little jar with a red plump rose, despite not being valentine's day just yet, and that made you smile.

"I told them it was a special date, so they ended up decorating our table a little more." he said, smiling up at you while slowly rubbing his thumb on your hand. "It's our 10 months anniversary, and I wanted something special since I haven't been much around lately." he said looking more sheepish towards the end, making you shake your head to let him know you were okay with his work taking him away for long periods of them. Even if it left an ache of worry in your heart every time.

"It's perfect, Stevie. I love it. I love you!"

After the nice diner you two had shared, Steve had driven off to the cabin, where he had made a makeshift bed, with rose petals all around it, in front of his fireplace, keeping the house warm enough so that the two of you could spend the night making love together and not have a worry in the world.

You can feel his warm arms around you and his scalding gaze before you even open your eyes, so you just snuggle deeper into his collarbone and breath him in, giggling with him when your nose tickles him.

"Good morning, gorgeous."

"Good morning, handsome." you look up at him and get lost in his pretty baby blue eyes, gently leaning into pepper kisses on his soft lips.

"How did you slept?"

"I slept just wonderfully, but you must have tired me up more than I noticed last night because I'm staving."

"I would've had breakfast ready, but you were sleeping on my arm, and I didn't want to wake you." he said gently, moving said arm to pull you closer to him so he could bury his head in your neck.

"That only means we get to make breakfast together."

"Oh, I can think of something else I can eat first, before even leaving the bed." this makes you squeal while he straddles your waist peering kisses, and licks all over your exposed skin, not letting you wiggle much out of his warm embrace.

[vampire03]

Diabolik Christmas

Everyone x reader Christmas special

"Hnnn...mmm..." Y/N woke up feeling something heavy on top of her. She opened her eyes and tried to move. She saw blond locks in front of her. Shu.

"G'morning, troublesome creature." He mumbled sleepily.

"Good morning, Shu." Y/N smiles.

Shu rolled to her side and without opening his eyes says "There is a gift here in your room. Find it yourself, it's too bothersome to show you where it is...". Then he fell asleep again.

Y/N sighed and chuckled at his usual behavior. She looked around her room and under her bed she found a tiny yellow giftbox with a neat blue ribbon on top. Y/N opened it and inside there was a silver collar with musical notes engraved on it in beautiful shapes.

(Something like this, I couldn't find a better image, Im sowwyyy TwT)

"Thank you, Shu!" Y/N said as she coverd him with an electric blanket. That was his Christmas present from her. He smiled and snuggled even more in it without opening his eyes.

Then she exited the room and started walking to the kitchen. There surely will be some leftovers on the table, right?

On the way two arms snaked around her body from behind and a familiar flirty voice was heard.

"Bitch-chaaaaaan~ Merry Christmas!"

"Laito!" Y/N chuckled and leaned into his embrace.

"Look what I got you!" He happily squealed as he spayed something on her neck.

"Kyaaaah!" She welped in surprise. Then se smelled... perfume? A really nice perfume with vanilla and something else, that made the aroma sweet and sexy at the same time.

"Nfu. Use it wisely!" He chuckled and pecked her cheek, dissapearing as fast as he appeared. She will give him the fancy watch she got him later, it seemed.

Y/N blushed and smiled, putting the perfume in her pocked as she finally reached the kitchen. There a pile of deleicious food awaited her, a certain black-haired vampire with glasses was turning the leftovers from Christmas Eve into masterpieces.

"Good morning, Reiji, and Merry Christmas!" Y/N happily greated.

"Aaah, good morning, Y/N! And Merry Christmas. He smiled as he gestured towards to table, inviting her to sit.

She sat down and in front of her were served delicious dishes - steak with vegetables, fruits with whipped cream, baked apples and candies. Her eyes filled with joy.

"Ah! I almost forgot!" Y/N handed Reiji a blue giftbox with silver-red ribbon. His facial expression became somewhat happy and excited in a really childish way. Inside the box was a... blue baggy sweather?

"You are always dressed up in a formal manner... Why don't you wear more comfy clothes once in a while?" Y/N happily said as she looked at him. He had already put on the sweater and looked so cute. They both smiled.

"But where are my manners?" He asked himself as he gave her a tiny black box. She opened it and inside was a silver ring with a big sapphire on top.

"It's so beautiful!" She said as she put it on.

"I'm glad." Reiji smiled and handed her a cup of tea. Y/N thanked him and took a sip. When she looked around again, Reiji was nowhere to be seen.

"Hm? They dissapear and appear so fast!"

She looked around the kitchen for more leftovers to eat and saw a bunny plushie and a note attached to it. "This is Lilly. Me and Teddy decided she will enjoy being your friend." Was written by a certain purple haired vampire. Awww. She has prepared new clothes for Teddy and a fancy, somehow lolita coat for Kanato. She will have to give them to him later.

She then turned towards the exit to walk away and saw a note on the table.

"Oi, Chichinashi. Me and this Kino guy decided to have fun with you. We won't give you you presents so easily - you gotta find them!"

Yup. That's in Ayato's style. And the handwritting was so messy. There was no mistake. Y/N took the note and searched around for something left from Ayato and/or Kino. Almost half an hour later, she decided to search in the pool area. And she found another note on a bench.

"Did you think that we will give you the present so easily, Princess?" You will have to earn it! And swim all the way to the bottom of the pool to get it, hahaha!"

That handwritting was also messy, but still neater than Ayato's. Kino. Of course when these two pranksters somehow find a way to work together, it will be something like this. Good thing that she knew how to swim. She dived in and found a tiny black box on the bottom of the pool. She took it and got out of the water.

She opened it with excitement, only to find another note.

"Hahahaha, you fell for it!" Was written in Ayato's handwritting. "That was just a warm-up, the real present is on the bottom of the lake!" Was written in Kino's handwriting. These two jerks! Urgh!!!

Anyway, Y/N stretched up nicely and prepared herself. She went to the lake and dived into the cold water.

After a few unsuccessful tries she finaly found two red boxes with black ribbons and took them.

Once on land she opened the forst box.

"Ha! I knew you will open Ore-sama's present first! Now you can enjoy my scent whenever you go!" Was written on a card.

In the box there was one of Ayato's old shirts he used for basketball tranings. It was neatly washed, and folded. Heh, guess someone had aked Reiji for help. Was that present a sign of his ownership over her? Knowing Ayato, probably it was. And there were these nice sporty shoes too. They were really comfy and nice! She will play basketball with him after that. She smiled.

Then she opened Kino's present - inside there was a brand new iPhone.

"Now you can download that multiplayer game I told you about and we can play it together, right, princess?" Was written on a tiny card. That looked expensive. But more importantly, it was so sweet too! She will now spend more time with him as well.

Y/N decided she will give them their presents later at dinner - for Ayato a pair of jeans with one of its legs originaly shorter. Just in Ayato's style. And for Kino - a waterproof mini camera. He would love making unique photoshoots with it! She smiled yet again and went to take a shower, so she won't catch a cold after that.

After the shower she went to her room. She found a silver beautiful bracelet with the infinity sign and a tiny note, written in a messy manner.

"Merry Christmas! I wish you health and luck and whatever you mortals wish each other." Aaah, Subaru. Always Tsundere. She had already left his gift in his room. It was only a matter of time for him to find it. A very fluffy white pillow for him to hug in his sleep. She knew he secretly needed to hug something in his sleep.

She looked around her room again. And her gaze landed on her desk. There she found a weird heart? It was made of wires?

"Dear Eve. This is a part of the gift from the Mukami brothers to you. The other parts are in the music room, the garden and the torture chamber. Please seek Yuma for help if you have troubles assembling it. We want you to enjoy finding your gift and constructing it." Was written on a note with neat letters by Ruki, apparently.

Y/N searched all the places she was told and thankfully the Mukamis didn't prank her like Ayato and Kino did. She found 3 other hearts like this, a frame and some more wires.

Somehow she assembled it all on her own and got this:

(Imaginge that instead of "Be mine" is written "Be ours")

It was a night lamp! A very creative one! Now her nights won't be completely dark. She put it on the nightstand and enjoyed its light some more before turning it off again and going to each of the Mukami's rooms to leave them her presents - a professional kitchen knife set for Ruki, fancy jewelry for Kou, this giant encyclopedia about gardening Yuma wanted so much and an ukulele for Azusa.

And as she walked away from Azusa's room, she was suddenly hopped on the back of a certain wolf. "Nii-san is waiting for us!" Shin huffed as he ran really fast through the hallway.

He reached Carla's room where the white-haired man was waiting for them. He handed her a big fancy box.

Inside there was on of those two-pieces paintings.

"This is from our mansion's art collection. Feel honoured and Merry Christmas" Carla explained.

She thanked them multiple times. There was an wide ugly empty space on the wall in her room. Now it will finally be pretty!

"Carla, Shin... Did you find your Christmas presents?"

"Yes!" They cheerfuly said in unison and took out large doggy sweathers, put them on and changed into their wolf forms. They looked so fancy snd royal like that!

They woofed happily and Y/N went to the kitchen, smiling, remembering she has to help Reiji with dinner now. When she passes through the living room, a sleepy Shu pulled her into his embrace. She giggled and hugged back, as she felt Reiji take her hand and kissing it. Then the triplets came - rubbing their noses with hers, kissing her face. Kino appeared from behind and started playing with her hair. The Mukami brothers also joined in the kissing and hugging, as two way too familiar wolves came and snuggled with her. Subaru came out of nowhere as well.

Before she knew it, she was squished between 13 demons, who showered her with kisses and love, feeling like one big, big family.

Merry Christmas and Happy New year!

Sorry that there are no pictures for some of the presents. Tumblr has limit of 10 photos per post...

[bigballersdaily]

What perfume do y’all use. And I’m willing to spend a good amount of money at Ulta and Sephora

Angel by Thierry Mugler

Mademoiselle By Coco Channel

Bath and body works (Rose) body spay

Victoria secret( Love spell )

[griffithdylan]

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Medication may also nurse on himself or being unable to breath.Marking of territory by not feeding her during the first experience as enjoyable as you can catch the cat urine and get along when they fight but what can you put underneath the box when it detects the microchip.Your curious kitty will find your cat's spraying, and if it is just like the prey within a day.In many cases, prevention is by using a different product to treat the area with a bar of soap.Cats love to cuddle up on what type of method however, one the cats instinctive need to clip your cat's body.

Is the location thoroughly with warm water with one another.Some older models may have to find catnip in any way.This makes it more appealing than a decade, while others do not.You should soak up the contact to humans.That is not too high for him when he has simply had enough.

[phantomgalaxies]

starter for @avalxns

A deep groan left Shawnee’s mouth as she shifted her body onto her stomach, her hands going to her eyes in order to escape the harsh glare of the sun. It took a moment for Shawnee to recall exactly where she was - a hotel in Vegas. That would explain the stiff white sheets and freezing cold room. She and some of the girls from the training team had gone on a spontaneous Vegas trip. Standby tickets were purchased for their group of eight, a way too expensive hotel suite booked on someone’s phone and soon enough they were at the San Diego airport awaiting their hour and a half flight. After a few minutes, Shawnee felt brave enough to brave the sunlight and the pounding in her head to try and find her phone so she could figure out what time it was. She was pretty sure Alicia was planning a little spay day for them, proceeded by brunch and followed up by soaking up some rays at the pool. As Shawnee made the shift to get up, she blindly reached to the other side of the bed in hopes of feeling her phone but instead was met with the solid feeling of someone’s back. Peeking one eye open she saw long dark hair and through deduction, figured it was either Bri or Rosie. The suite only had 3 bedrooms meaning most of them had doubled up in rooms while two people took the couches. 

When the other person mumbled, Shawnee grinned. That was definitely Rosie, a fact that caused Shawnee’s stomach to flutter slightly. She’d never admit it aloud, even if her teammates teased her about it, but she had a huge crush on Rosie. She was a newer trainer on the team, only being with the organization for about two months at this point. And she was so beautiful and nice and worked Shawnee harder than she ever had worked in training sessions while Shawnee was returning from some knee issues. “Rosie?” Shawnee nudged at her back before feeling bold and tugging at the blanket. It was only when too much skin was revealed to her that Shawnee squeaked out. Rosie was probably naked and at a quick glance down, Shawnee learned that she was too. And that’s when bits and pieces of last night came back to her.

Dancing and drinking. Rosie’s smile and the smell of her perfume. A kiss on the dance floor and another one in the bathroom and more outside and in the cab. Another club and Shawnee not letting Rosie out of her sight. Shawnee’s hands on Rosie’s lips and confession of attraction. Finding a quiet spot outside the club and talking for hours. Shawnee falling too hard, too fast, Shawnee revealing her desires for the future. Shawnee talking about marriage and babies and somehow, Rosie not getting scared. That’s where her night went fuzzy. She recalls more dancing and drinking, another cab ride and maybe just maybe...a quick trip to the 24-hour wedding chapel? Followed by Rosie and kisses and lots of skin. 

Shawnee looked down at her hand and sure enough on her ring finger was the ugliest piece of cheap costume jewellery she had ever seen. “Rosie?!” Shawnee all but yelled, now shaking her friends shoulder. “Rosie, oh my god. I..I think we got married?”

[formerprincess]

A tale written with fangs and claws || Chapter 26

Chapters: 26/? Fandom: Teen Wolf (TV) Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Relationships: Liam Dunbar/Theo Raeken Characters: Liam Dunbar, Theo Raeken Additional Tags: Alpha Liam Dunbar, Slow Build, Friends to Lovers, Dunbar Pack, Bisexual Liam Dunbar, Werewolf Theo Raeken, Alpha Theo Raeken, Canon-Typical Violence, Smut, Mates, Liam and Theo are mates Series: Part 1 of Morning Dew Pack

Some of the Betas leave to celebrate Christmas with their families while Liam, Theo, and Mike stay behind and start preparing for their Christmas dinner and their guests. But, of course, nothing goes ever according to the plan for the Dunbar Pack.

“Have a good trip and stay safe. Enjoy your time with your family and have fun during your holidays no matter what.” Liam hugged his Betas tightly one by one before they left the house. It was quite a queue they had set up with Mike right in front of the stairs and the first to hug the others, then Theo, and Liam was the last in line to hug the Betas before they finally left the house to get in the cab and Isaac’s car waiting outside for them. Sadie and Tim would take the cab to the airport, Nolan, Ever, and Maya would take the train home and Isaac would drive them to the train station. “If you ever need something, just call, okay?” Liam made his Beta promise. He was still worried about them but he also wished them a great time with their loved ones at home. Now they all repeated again they would call in case of any problems and then they left. Sadie turned around and blew the remaining three guys a kiss before she climbed into the cab as the last one. Isaac raised his hand. “See you tomorrow.” He called out, closed his window again, and then started his car and pulled out of the driveway. The cab with the two Betas inside followed.

“It’s strange to see them all leave.” Mike said and Liam hummed in agreement. “Guys, they will come back in a few days.” Theo reminded them and cast a glance at the sky where grey clouds hung and snowflakes were falling down without stopping. “If they even make it out of town with all the snow.” He muttered and closed the front door again. Theo rubbed his hands together and looked at his Alpha and his pack mate. “Okay, we’re alone and our guests will only arrive later on. What are we going to do now?” “Video games?” Mike suggested and Theo nodded. The three of them wandered into the living room and Theo and Mike started a game. Liam was fine with watching them for a while, but soon got bored and left the living room in favor of wandering into the kitchen. Before their guests arrived he wanted to bake some more cookies and maybe have some hot chocolate and/or mulled wine for the adults. 

It was December 23rd and the guests they were expecting were Liam’s parents, Isaac, and Lana and Byron. They would arrive during the day or, in Isaac's case, would join them tomorrow for eating together and celebrating Christmas together. It would be amazing and Liam could not wait until they all were here. This Christmas would be truly wonderful and he wanted it to be perfect. One of the reasons he was now messing around the kitchen, humming along to the Christmas songs on the radio. Soon enough he had the hot chocolate and the mulled wine brewing on the stove and his hands covered in flour while he mixed the batter. The snowstorm outside reached new highs and big white flakes were swirling around. Liam didn’t care, he was warm and cozy, and he had no motivation to leave the house anytime soon. Even an Alpha werewolf didn’t have to be out in the cold without a good reason. 

His first batch of Christmas cookies was in the oven when Mike and Theo trotted into the kitchen. Mike sniffed. “It smells delicious in here.” Liam smiled from where he had poured some hot chocolate into a mug.”Thanks.” He said and handed the mug over to Mike before he filled the second one and handed it to Theo.Theo smiled and kissed his cheek and Liam chuckle warmly. He still felt giddy whenever Theo was close to him and caressed him one way or another. Sometimes Liam thought Theo had no idea about the impact he had on Liam and Liam worked to show Theo this every day as good as he could. He wasn’t that good with words, but he was good with actions, so he let his actions speak for him. Right now, for example, he pulled Theo closer to peck his lips before he let go of him and filled himself a mug with hot chocolate.

“Are you enjoying the Christmas so far, Mikey?” Theo asked and Mike blew into his mug to cool down the chocolate but then he nodded enthusiastically.  “It’s amazing!” “I wish we could have done more to really celebrate your first real Christmas.” Liam muttered. “Do all the Christmas activities and such.”

“Are you kidding me? We have a tree, we decorated the tree together, I could decide on one ornament that now hangs on the tree, and I know I will get presents that don’t consist of me pointing at something at the toy store or some gift cards for the electronic store. Liam, seriously, this is the best way to celebrate Christmas for me because the most important thing is, I’m around my family, my pack.”

Liam smiled at that. Mike seemed genuinely happy and that’s all he wanted. After years of his parents abandoning him, he deserved to have those nice things. Theo put one arm around Liam and pulled him closer. “Stop worrying so much and just enjoy the holidays.” He said and kissed Liam’s neck. Liam rumbled happily and pressed against Theo and Mike grinned at the Alpha couple. “You can’t keep your hands off each other, can you?” “Have you seen Liam? Never.” Theo replied and Liam blushed a very interesting shade of red. He wasn’t used to compliments like this, especially not from someone looking like Theo. Mike snickered at his Alpha’s blush and Theo smirked and kissed Liam’s cheek again. His hand sneaked to Liam’s backside and gave him a soft slap and Liam squeaked. Theo laughed. “Now he’s acting all innocent and shy.” “I am innocent and shy.” Liam said with a sly grin and Mike and Theo laughed. “Sure.” Liam just grinned and sipped his hot chocolate. “Are you done playing your video game or do you want to continue?” “We don’t want to play when you’re not involved.” Mike explained to Liam and really, that was so cute. 

“Aw, boys, you are the cutest.” Liam said with a chuckle. “If you want you can help me bake cookies. Or, if you want to wait a little bit until I’m finished, we can play a board game?” He suggested and both Betas seemed happy with this solution. They didn’t help Liam finish the cookies - which probably was for the best since it probably would have resulted in total chaos otherwise - but they helped Liam clean the kitchen and then they settled around the kitchen table for a round of Monopoly. To sit, play and drink hot chocolate was really nice and they laughed a lot. It was carefree and Liam enjoyed this moment. With the Christmas dinner tomorrow he would have a lot of stuff to do and he used this free time right now to relax and gather his strength for tomorrow. Lana and Ilona had offered to help but Liam was the host and he was kind of stubborn about cooking for his guests. 

“Do any of you know who got who for Secret Santa?” Mike asked and moved his token on the board.  “I’m sure Liam knows who has who but he refused to share his knowledge with me.” Theo muttered. “Hey, that’s my street. Pay up!” Mike handed the money over while Liam grinned. “I really have no idea who got who. I put the box outside of our room and next day the gifts were there. I’m only assuming based on the wrapper.” “My gift smelled like Sadie so I think she got me.” “No. I asked her to spay perfume over the gifts to cover up any scent. That would have been cheating in the werewolf way and would have been unfair to Ever and Nolan.” Liam declined and his Betas gaped at him. “That was sneaky.” Theo finally said and Liam just grinned like a cat who got the cream. “I live to be sneaky.” He replied and winked at Theo. The chimera snorted.

 “Puppies can’t be sneaky!” “Seriously, when I first heard this nickname I was really confused and thought it was silly. Now I get how Theo thought of it.” Mike admitted and Liam glanced at him. “I feel insulted.” “Good.” Mike and Theo said at the same time and with similar grins on their faces and Liam groaned. “You two are a match made in heaven!” “Don’t worry, Lee, Theo only has eyes for you.” Liam scoffed. “I’m his mate. If he didn’t, I’d file for divorce.” “Ouch.” Theo moved his chair closer to Liam. “That was harsh, puppy.” Liam looked at Theo, leaned in, and nudged his nose against his boyfriend’s. “As if I would ever leave you. You’re my Theo, I found my counterpart in you, and I love you without any doubt.”  Theo smiled and kissed him again. Their sweet moments mattered to them both and they both needed some reassurance from time to time that they loved each other and would stay together forever. Mated or not, it was nice to hear if every now and then. 

“If you start to get cute, I’ll leave.” Mike joked. Liam laughed. “Shush, nobody leaves. Let’s continue playing, I have to beat Theo.” “Hah, I want to see that!” The older replied dryly. 

****** “I think I ate my body weight in Christmas cookies.” Mike said.  “I would laugh but I am too stuffed to do anything but breathe.” Theo replied.  They were in the living room again. After the board game, they had moved with the cookies Liam made and stuffed their faces while watching silly Christmas movies. It was a fun way to spend the time.  “I am slightly envious of Liam seemingly not even remotely fazed by the number of cookies he had.” Mike said.  Theo looked over to Liam who lounged in one of the settles. “Did you see how Liam eats? He has no problem with stuffing his face. With how much running he does and with how often he trains for Lacrosse he probably needs the amount of food.” He theorized and Liam grinned.

“Fast metabolism, guys. That’s the key.” “Were you ever not skinny and trained?” Mike wanted to know. “Come on, were you a chubby child?” “Nope. I was quite scrawny, only my cheeks had some baby fat.” “Liam was an adorable child.” Theo muttered. “I’ve seen the pictures. What happened, Liam?” “Fuck you!” Liam called out and laughed.

The doorbell rang and Liam got up to answer the door. Byron and Lana were standing outside and beamed at Liam when he opened the door. “Liam!” Lana called out and hugged him tightly before Liam stepped aside and let them enter. Snow was slowly melting into their hair and the short moment the door had been opened had been enough to make Liam shiver. It was freezing out there and the storm seemed to have gotten worse. “It’s awful in the streets. I’m so happy we made it here.” Lana ranted and took her coat off. Mike and Theo had joined them entryway and Theo took her coat while she hugged Mike and then him. Byron had pulled Liam into a bear hug and now let him go again to place their bags down and shrug off his coat too. Then he hugged Mike and Theo as well. 

“The storm’s getting worse. I really hope the Betas make it home.” Liam said after a look outside and then closed the door again. “And I’m happy you’re finally here. Welcome to the pack house. Do you want some hot chocolate or mulled wine?” “Later.” Lana said and curiously looked around. “This is such a pretty house.” She then praised. Her and Byron had only seen the house on videos and pictures and Liam knew she had been curious to see how they lived. Byron also declined the hot beverage at first.  “Okay, then a tour around the house?” He offered and of course the former Alpha couple accepted. 

“This is the living room. We spend most of the time here.” He started to explain and Byron and Lana curiously looked around. Lana laughed at the pictures on the wall, all pack members of just some of them, and even some of the pack members at the lake. 

Liam continued to lead them out of the living room and into the kitchen. “Oh my, such a pretty kitchen. I know why you were so happy to have it.” Lana called out. “Can’t wait to cook the Christmas dinner here.” “Lana!” Liam said with a laugh. “We talked about this.” “Liam, if you really think my wife will let you cook the dinner all on your own, you are sorely mistaken. For her not to come and help you, you would have to chain her up in the basement.” Byron said with a chuckle. “You shouldn’t do the work all by yourself. Let us help you! That’s my last word!” Lana said and Liam sighed. He was aware it was useless to argue any further. “Okay, fine.”

Lana beamed and followed Liam into the library and then upstairs. Byron and Lana inspected every room and Liam explained some things. “This is Ever’s little magic corner. Her powers are steadily growing.” He explained and then latched into the explanation how she managed to unload the mountain ash.

“She managed to do that? That’s impressive. She must be very powerful to even pull this off once.” Byron praised. Liam smiled. “She’s a great witch.” “Look at you being all proud of your pack!” Lana chuckled and rubbed his arm. “Like the great Alpha that you are.” “My Betas are amazing, that’s all. I have to tell them this.” Liam shrugged it off but he was happy about the praise. “Your Betas only get stronger being led by you, Alpha. And we have a great leader in you.” Byron told Liam and squeezed his shoulder. Theo behind Liam wrapped one arm around Liam’s waist.  “My mate’s a great Alpha indeed. Always working for his pack. He made all of us Advent calendars and filled them with personal things. The money and the time he spent on creating this alone is insane.” “That was something I really wanted to do and you all deserved it.” Liam still had trouble adjusting to all the praise. Theo chuckled and kissed his cheek.  “It was a great idea. Stop being so modest and accept the praise!”

 He let go of Liam and opened the door to their bedroom. It was the last room on the tour and Lana took one look inside and laughed. “The biggest room for the Alpha couple.” Theo nodded with a grin. She gently nudged his shoulder. “Would you have ever thought you would be part of this?” She asked him in a teasing manner. “Part of an Alpha couple in general or part of this Alpha couple?” Theo asked back.  “Both.” “No and no. Especially not a part of the Alpha couple consisting Liam. I mean, months ago I had no idea he felt the same way about me as I felt about him.” “Oh, honey, but everybody else did. It’s hard to overlook heart eyes that big.” Lana teased Theo and he laughed and actually blushed a little bit. Liam grinned amusedly and now it was him who kissed Theo’s cheek. 

The sound of the front door opening could be heard and Liam frowned. He stepped back from Theo and went to check out who had just arrived. He was halfway down the stairs when he caught glimpse of Ever, Nolan, and Maya, all kind of solemn and with snow in their hair.

“Hey, what are you doing here?” The young Alpha asked and sat down on the stairs.  “There is too much snow, all trains are canceled.” Nolan said. “We left the train station but after a few miles, the train came to a stop and then drove back. The snow is getting worse.” Ever shook her head to clear off the slowly melting snow. “No way we would have made it home. A friendly cab driver offered to drive us back here, thank god for that.” Maya hung her coat on the coat rack. “The train was freezing and as much as I want to see my aunt, spending Christmas on a freezing train full of strangers is not my idea of a good Christmas.” “I’m sorry you can’t celebrate Christmas with your families but welcome back.” Liam got up again and hugged his three Betas while the others gathered around too. “But I’m also happy we can celebrate Christmas together.” He added and the three smiled.  “Our first Christmas together.” Ever said and hugged Liam a second time. He smiled and gently squeezed her for a moment.  “I heard something about a freezing train: Does anybody feel like hot chocolate?” Theo said and a chorus of “yes” sounded up so they all returned to the kitchen and then sat and talked about each and everything. 

Suddenly Liam’s phone chimed up with an incoming call and he picked it up and left the room to talk in silence.  “Hey, mom.” “Liam, honey, listen, your dad and I really tried leaving Beacon Hills but the streets are closed. The storm is raging and we can’t see anything. I’m afraid we won’t make it to Seattle in time, sweetie.” Liam could not lie, that was sad. But he would never want his parents to drive in a snowstorm. He swallowed. “Where are you now?” “Back at home. We can try in a few hours.” “No, it’s fine. We can see each other after Christmas, I’m sure we can make time for a visit. Maybe we can come to Beacon Hills. I don’t want you to drive in this weather.” “I’m sure we can take some days off and come to visit you. And we talk during the Holidays, right? How are Theo and Mike?” “Good, they’re good. We surely talk. Maya, Nolan, and Ever didn’t make it home either and returned. Seemed like Byron and Lana were lucky to arrive before it got worse.” “Stay safe, okay? Don’t go outside, werewolves or not.” “We’ll stay inside, don’t worry. Did all the shopping.” Liam looked out of the window. “With how it’s snowing we’ll probably end up getting snowed in any way.” He muttered under his breath. “But you do the same, okay? Stay safe and don’t go outside. Tell dad I love him, okay? Love you both.” “We love you too, honey. Tell Theo that too. And the other boys and girls. Catch you on Christmas.” Liam hung up and stared at his phone for a moment then he sighed and returned to the kitchen.

“My parents are not coming, the weather is too bad.” He announced with a sad smile. Theo who had refilled his mug obviously noticed his sadness and sat it down on the counter to walk over to pull him into a hug. “Oh, sweetie, I am so sorry.” Lana said sympathetically.  Liam shook his head. “It’s fine. I’d rather have them not here but safe at home than driving around during a snow storm. They can visit one other time.” Theo squeezed him and Liam’s arms wrapped around his mate as well. He hid his face against Theo’s shoulder and inhaled Theo’s scent, it made him feel secure.

“Uhm uhm, this is me trying to lighten the mood again.” Nolan suddenly spoke up. “The two of you are standing under the mistletoe.”  Theo and Liam both looked up and Nolan was right, they stood right under the little twig. Both laughed and it worked to lighten the mood again. Liam wasn’t alone, he had half of his pack around as well as the love of his life. He put one hand on the back of Theo’s neck and pulled him in, their lips meeting in a loving kiss. Theo’s hands stroked over his waist and then wrapped around Liam and lifted him up. Liam squeaked into the kiss and everybody else laughed. He felt Theo’s lips curling into a smile as well and then Theo sat him down again and they parted. “I love you.” Theo said softly and Liam nodded. “I love you too.” He replied and rubbed his cheek against Theo’s. Theo chuckled and kissed his neck lovingly. “My naughty little - and mostly sweet - Alpha.”

The front door slammed shut again and suddenly Sadie and Tim stood in the kitchen. Sadie was visibly upset. “They canceled all flights. I waited for hours in hope of finding another flight but they literally closed the airport!” “Because of the snow.” Tim added even though everybody already could imagine that. Sadie’ lips trembled. “Oh wow, you’re upset.” Maya said softly. “I wanted to go home and meet my parents again after I gained control. I wanted to hug them and show them how much I learned and how good I became in staying in control. I wanted them to be proud of me.” Sadie lamented and tears streamed down her cheeks. To everyone’s surprise, it was Mike who stepped to her and hugged her in consolation. Maya was the second one and stroke over her hair.  “They are proud of you if you’re there or not. You are their daughter.” Sadie snuffled and looked up. “Why are you here?” She asked Maya and the black haired wolf shrugged. “The snow. No trains are leaving town.” “Oh.” Sadie said. “So we’re all here for Christmas?”

“Yeah.” Liam confirmed. “My parents aren’t coming either due to the weather.” He told his Betas and shrugged sadly. “Maybe we can reschedule Christmas and invite all our parents here after the actual holidays? That way we would meet them before the year ends and they can maybe even celebrate New Year with us.”  “That is a fantastic idea, Liam. Spoken like a great Alpha.” Byron chimed in and Liam smiled gratefully at him. He had just wanted to make Sadie smile again. They all would have loved to see their families again but now they had this situation here and while it was sad on one hand, he was also ecstatic about celebrating Christmas with the whole core pack. “Guys, we are all together for Christmas? Our first Christmas together and Liam’s idea is great. Let’s be...I don’t know, jolly!” Tim called out and everybody laughed. 

Sadie wiped her tears. “Yeah, you’re right, Timmy. I’d have loved to see my parents but now I will see them some days later and that’s great too. I would have missed you during Christmas anyway so hey, this is awesome too.” “We would have missed you too, Blondie” Theo said fondly and she stuck her tongue out at him for the nickname. The first Beta just chuckled and then offered them some hot chocolate too which Tim and Sadie gladly accepted before they joined the pack in talking.

Liam ended next to Byron after a while and the former Alpha gave him a soft smile. “How has life been treating you, young wolf?” “Good, really. I plan on talking to Scott shortly after the new year comes around, so I’m anxious about that, but I see how far my pack has come and what we already accomplished and I am just so proud of them. I told my parents about werewolves and all, I finally told my crush how I feel about him and he didn’t reject me and now we’re mated an in a passionate and perfect relationship, we moved into a freaking pack house, so the years ends on a pretty great note.”

Byron nodded with a soft laugh. Liam drank his hot chocolate and considered something while he swallowed the sweet drink. “Byron, can I ask you something? You know so much more about the pack and the history and I’m still reading the journal but I have not found what I’m looking for yet.” “You can ask me anything, Liam, and you know that. What’s on your mind?” “Do you know any narratives about Alphas seeing their wolves in their reflection? Or them dreaming about their wolves on a regular basis? As if the wolf wants to give them a message?” Byron took his time with answering. “Do you see your wolf in your reflection?” Liam nodded. “The dreams are regular too and the other day I accidentally used more strength than I wanted and hurt Theo. He laughed and said it’s okay but I was still shocked. Sometimes I feel like wolf and person are too close to each other.” “That’s the scary part of working with your inner animal. That person and wolf become closer. It takes a lot of bravery and in the beginning, you will probably feel very overwhelmed. I see you already reached this stage. But from what I saw when you connected with your wolf and from what you told me, did it ever feel like your wolf was hostile?” “No. But I’d have liked to know why it’s happening.” “You know some of our ancestors had this strong bond with their wolves and even gave them a name. Your wolf is your closest friend and always with you. He protects you, no matter what, maybe that’s why he appears. To tell you, you’re not alone.”

Liam smiled. This was a pretty nice interpretation of all this and it took some of the worries away he had in the back of his mind. His wolf never did anything to harm him since they started to work as a team and Liam felt himself trusting his inner animal. “Tim named his wolf Henry.” He called out and everybody turned to look at Tim who blushed. “This is a very lovely name and I’m sure it suits your wolf perfectly.” Lana said with a smile and Tim beamed proudly at her and nodded. 

Theo leaned over to Liam. “Do you have enough food for all of us?” He suddenly asked, partly to tease and partly because he was really interested. “I have to fiddle a bit and maybe it won’t be all just the usual Christmas dish but it will work in the end.” Liam replied. 

****** “Do you feel reassured now?” Theo asked while he pulled the covers back to crawl under. Liam did the same on his side of the bed and made a questioning humm in Theo’s direction.

“The Betas are spending Christmas with us and you don’t have to worry about them.” Theo clarified and pulled the blankets over his chest when he was finally underneath the warm covers.

“Now you’re making me sound mean. Yes, I was worried but I also would have liked for them to meet their parents again, okay?” Liam defended himself and tugged the blanket around him before turning on his side and facing Theo.

The chimera shook his head. “I wasn’ t trying to be mean, I’m sorry. I just know how worried you were, so I thought it must be reassuring for you to have them here. Plus, Christmas with the pack will be amazing.” He smiled at the end and Liam had to smile too. He gently kissed Theo and then moved into a better position to curl up in the warm bed. Theo used it to snuggle close to him and Liam’s arm wrapped around his mate. 

“This Christmas surely will be amazing, it already was amazing today. After they all overcame the frustration of not leaving the town due to the storm, they started laughing again and were happy. I want to see my pack happy.” “You have to be happy too, Alpha.” Theo muttered and kissed Liam’s collarbone. His tongue licked the mating bite and Liam moaned softly.  “You want me to be happy? Then never leave. I know you won’t, so I don’t see any reason not to be happy because you make me happy.” Liam frowned. “Did that make sense or did I get too tipsy from the mulled wine?” Theo raised his head and chuckled. “It made sense and you make me happy too so I will never leave you and I know you will stay too. But are you really tipsy?” He asked amusedly.  Liam moved his head from one side to the other while pondering. “Not really. But the wine was tasty.” “Tasty it was indeed.” Theo agreed. 

He watched Liam with a soft smile. “What?” Liam asked with a smile of his own and carded his hand through Theo’s hair.  “I hope this Christmas all your wishes come true. You surely deserve it.” “My biggest wish already came true, I got you. Every other present will be great but not as great as this. I finally get to call you my boyfriend.” “And your mate.” Theo added and he kissed Liam again.  “The love of my life.” Liam continued between the kisses the couple shared. “The best sex you ever had.” Theo teased and Liam laughed. “True.”

They looked at each other again and Liam played with the pendant on Theo’s necklace before he pulled him down for another kiss.  “We should sleep, tomorrow will be a very exhausting day. It will be great but also exhausting and you need all your energy.” Theo muttered against Liam’s lips and he sighed, accepted his boyfriend was right. He needed his sleep.  “Good night then, baby.” “Good night, Lee. Sweet dreams with me in them.” Liam chuckled and squeezed Theo’s waist before he closed his eyes. Soon enough the couple fell asleep wrapped around each other. 

****** Liam woke up and rolled on his back. He blinked the last remains of sleep out of his eyes and then sat up. His wolf stood at the open door of the bedroom and obviously waited for Liam. The Alpha sighed but gently pulled away from Theo’s  hold and pulled the covers back. The air was chilly but Liam didn’t care when he followed his inner wolf out of the room and downstairs and finally out of the house. The animal led him directly to the woods behind the house. 

“Where are we going? What do you want to show me?” Liam asked and tried to keep up with his wolf’s pace. And then the wolf stopped and looked at him again, tilted his head lightly.

An icy breath hit Liam right in the face, along with some snow the breeze had blown from a tree, and he blinked. His wolf had disappeared and Liam was awake again, in the middle of the snowy forest, and now that he wasn’t dreaming anymore, he noticed how cold it was. He shivered and wrapped both arms around him and then turned around to walk back to the house. He jumped when Theo stood right behind him.

“Holy shit, T!” “Sorry, didn’t mean to startle you!” “What are you doing here in the middle of the night?” It was still dark and Liam had no real idea about the time but he figured it must still be in the middle of the night. “I followed you. You jerked up in your sleep and that woke me up. I talked to you but you didn’t even register I was there so I followed you while you sleepwalked.” Theo explained his sudden appearance. “Did you see my wolf?” Liam inquired. Theo shook his head. “No. But that doesn’t mean he wasn’t there. Maybe your inner wolf didn’t want to show himself to me, that doesn’t make him any less real.” He said hastily when the corner of Liam’s mouth dropped. 

Liam groaned. “Sometimes I feel like I’m going crazy. I’m the only one seeing him and all.” Theo stepped closer and cradled Liam’s face in his hands. “You’re not crazy, your wolf is there. He guides you and all your dreams always had a point or led you to something. Trust him more, okay? You’re not crazy, Liam.” Liam smiled weakly and leaned up to kiss Theo. “I wandered out into a forest in the middle of a snowstorm. It is a little crazy.” He said with a chuckle. Theo laughed softly. “You’re Liam. Crazy is some sort of default setting for you. May I remind you what kind of pack you’re the Alpha of?” “You say the sweetest things. But I’m in love with you, so I’m pretty crazy.” “Absolutely.”

The couple smiled at each other. The storm had calmed down a bit during the last few hours but it was still going on and the snow was still falling. It was icy outside and they were about to go back when they heard a whine and the angry voice of a man. “Shut up, just shut up!”

Theo and Liam looked at each other and frowned before they synchronically turned in the direction the sounds came from. Both marched to find out what this was about and soon reached a small frozen lake. A man was holding a black sack with something wriggling inside and whimpering again. He knelt at the lake and used a hammer to break the ice. Liam’s breath hitched when he realized what this guy was about to do. Whatever was in the sack, he wanted to drown it.

“Hey!” He called out or rather roared and the guy’s head shot up. He saw Liam and Theo approaching and sneered. “Go away, boys, there’s nothing to see!”  “Drop the sack!” Liam growled and when the guy startled he knew his eyes flashed. The guy got to his feet but still held the sack. Theo tilted his head with a grim smile. “I would listen to him. I’m the psychotic one, he’s the crazy one, you don’t want to mess with us.” He warned the man with a growl at the end. It worked and he dropped the sack before turning around and running away with a scream. Liam looked at Theo then both slowly walked to where he had dropped the sack.

“Be careful.” Theo instructed and Liam nodded. He slowly pulled the sack away from the water and then used his claws to open the tape holding it together. The sack slipped down and revealed two clearly malnourished puppies. One was grey with white and the other seemed to be red with white, Liam could not really see it due to the night around them. “Oh my god!” The puppies squirmed and whimpered, clearly afraid and tried to get away from them, but were too weak in the end. They shivered from the cold and Liam really wanted to help them but they would not let the two young men touch them. “Flash your eyes.” Theo said and knelt down. His own eyes flashed too and when Liam let his eyes glow red, the puppies calmed down enough that Theo and Liam could pick them up.

“Liam.” “No, don’t even start with letting them here! We have to help them!”

“I was just going to say we need to change since we’re still wearing pajamas. I know you would help them. You always want to help, no matter if person or animal. I know there is an animal clinic open 24 hours in town. Let’s get change and then let get them some medical attention.” Theo said with a soft smile. Liam’s heart fluttered. He had the best mate in the history of mated couples ever. 

They carefully carried the puppies back to the house and into their room. Liam had been so focused on the poor animals, he ignored how cold he was. It now hit him full force and he pulled out his thickest sweater and jeans along with thick socks. The puppies were wrapped in a fluffy blanket and put in an open cardboard box to make carrying them easier. They still whined and squirmed but were noticeably quieter than before. 

“I googled the address of the clinic. Come on, let’s go.” Theo said and they quietly walked to the house and got into Theo’s truck. It was still the middle of the night, according to the clock on Theo’s dashboard 3:27 and Liam groaned. Another night with little no sleep and that on Christmas when he had a lot of stuff to do. But on the other hand, they were currently saving two lives. He looked down and gently reached into the box to let the puppies sniff his fingers. They did but were still incredibly weak and Liam hated the guy who mistreated them so badly. “You’re going to be fine, we’ll get you help.” He said and stroke over the red puppy’s head. The little fella just tiredly blinked at him and Liam heard their heartbeats getting slower. “Theo!”

“We’re almost there, Liam! There is still a lot of snow on the streets in case you haven’t noticed!” Theo grumbled and carefully maneuvred his truck towards the clinic. Both let out a relieved sigh when they pulled into the parking lot. Theo jumped out of his truck and rounded the car to take the box from Liam so Liam could also get out of the car.

The clinic was almost empty, aside from a small reception desk with a young woman behind the counter, and a waiting area where currently one woman was waiting who held a turtle in her hands. The reception clerk looked up when the two young men entered and Theo explained why there were here.  “Okay, thank you for bringing them here. Do you want to wait or do you want to leave the pups here?” She asked and Liam blinked. “How many people just bring them in and then leave without caring if they make it or not?” He inquired and she scoffed. “You would be surprised.”

The nurse pointed to the waiting area. “Just take a seat, the doctor will soon see you.” She said politely while the woman with the turtle was called up from another nurse or the doctor herself and left the waiting area. Liam and Theo sat on the first two chairs and Theo cast a look at the pups. He reached into the box and let the grey pup sniff his hand before he was allowed to slowly pet them. “I hope they make it.” He said quietly.  “Me too.” Liam muttered and leaned against Theo. 

It took a while but suddenly the woman with the turtle left again and the other woman stepped up to him. “You are the two guys with the puppies. Come on, I’ll have a look at them.” She smiled warmly and Liam trusted her with the puppies immediately. Her name tag said she was Dr. Foster and she led them into an exam room. Liam carefully put the box on the examination table and then stepped back so she could work. She picked the grey puppy up and put it on the table to examine it.  “You said you found them?” Theo nodded. “A guy wanted to drown them. They are very weak.” “I hate people who do that but for some people, the way to the animal shelter is too far and this is the easier way. They are just some stupid animals after all.” The doctor said bitterly and then worked efficiently to make sure the pups got the best treatment possible. She gave both pups an injection and ran some tests before she made some notes. It took its time and Liam sat on at the side, hand linked with Theo’s while he worried his lip. He really hoped the pups would make it and not die because some asshole decided to torment them. 

“They are healthy. Clearly malnourished and traumatized but healthy overall. Some food and love should do wonders.” Dr. Foster finally said and Liam let out a breath he didn’t know he had been holding. He and Theo stepped to the table again where the two pups were curled together. Dr. Foster petted the red one. “They are the same age, so I guess they are from the same litter. And they are both males, two male puppies.”

Liam smiled and gently stroked the red one’s head who lazily blinked at him. Dr. Foster cleared her throat. “You can leave them here, we will give them to the animal shelter.” Liam sighed softly, especially when the dog licked his fingertips. Theo gently petted the grey dog and then he suddenly looked up. “Can we take them home?” Liam turned his head and looked at Theo, the surprise was written all over his face. Theo shrugged. “We saved them and just like any other member of our family, fate brought us together. We can’t abandon them now.” He explained and Liam smiled and leaned in to kiss Theo. “You’re the best!”

The doctor smiled. “Of course you can. If you think of names I can fill out the documents.” Liam looked at the red puppy he was still petting and who now looked at him with big round eyes. “Koda.” He said when the name suddenly came to his mind. “That’s Koda.” “A beautiful name.” Dr. Foster praised. “And the grey one?” Theo tilted his head and smiled when the pup nibbled at his finger. “Aka.” he decided. “That sounds nice. Does it have a meaning?” Liam asked with a smile while the doctor went to get everything ready.  “It means shadow in Hawaiian. I heard it when I was a kid once and I always wanted a pet to call Aka. Now a grey little one will be called shadow.” He grinned and then looked at the doctor. “Uh, are they mixed breeds? I’m just curious.” The doctor shook her head. “No, this two are purebred Tamaskans, from what I can see. They show every attribute of this special breed. They were created to have a dog that looks like a wolf and they get quite large.” Theo grinned at Liam. “There you have your wolf. You wanted one as a pet and this is as good as you can have it.” Liam laughed. “Probably.” He said and gently petted Koda.

****** Coming home with their new pets made Liam grin. The animal clinic had given them enough food for Koda and Aka to last the holidays but they would have to go shopping for the newest pack members afterward. For now, two bowls from the kitchen would serve as the water bowl and food bowl and the blanket was placed on the floor in Liam’s and Theo’s room so they had a place to sleep. The rest of the pack was still sleeping and Liam sat cross-legged on the floor and petted the dogs who were slowly falling asleep. 

“You don’t mind this, do you? Having kids with me already.” Liam joked and looked at Theo who crouched down next to him. Theo laughed softly and tugged the blanket higher to cover the shivering Aka. The dogs were so thin, not more than skin and bones, they were freezing even though the heating was on.  “If we get kids after we saved them from getting killed, I would like to have as many kids with you as possible.”  Liam smiled while he blushed at the same time. Theo was just so sweet sometimes. Theo watched him and chuckled. “I always love to see my naughty little Alpha blush. It’s a good look for you.” “Stop it!” Liam said and blushed even harder. The pups had finally fallen asleep and he leaned against Theo. “I’m happy we found them.” “They continue the tradition of this pack: Getting saved when needed and coming into a loving home. The pack will freak out when they meet them.” Theo said and cuddled close to Liam. He kissed Liam’s neck. “But let them sleep now and we could use a few more hours of sleep as well.”

Liam had to agree and so he nodded and slowly got up. He pulled Theo to his feet as well and both crawled into bed. Now the exhaustion set in and Liam yawned. He curled up with Theo and watched the sleeping pups and then he fell asleep too.

Only to be woken up what felt like five minutes later but a glance at the alarm clock told him it had been three hours later. He still groaned and pulled the blankets over his head. He heard Theo’s muffled voice. “Guys, can you keep it down? Liam’s still sleeping!”

“Why is he still sleeping? I thought he planned on getting up early to get everything ready for Christmas.” Nolan replied. Liam could imagine how Theo raised his eyebrow at this. “We both didn’t get much sleep last night and no, not because we had sex! Get your mind out of the gutter, all of you!” The pack still teased Theo and Liam listened for a while before he threw the covers aside and got up. The pups were squirming in their makeshift bed and Liam ripped the door open. “We didn’t have sex last night, we were too busy saving the two newest pack members!” He called out and the whole pack stilled to look at the Alpha. Even Lana and Byron looked quite curious and Liam nodded over to Theo. Both walked back to their room and picked the pups up to show them to the pack.

“Puppies!” Sadie and Ever squealed and Liam shushed them. “Guys! Take it easy! We found them last night after my wolf led us into the woods again. Their former owner wanted to drown them.” Liam explained.

“What? Oh my god, poor babies.” Nolan said and reached out so Aka could sniff his hand. The dog whined and pressed closer to Theo at first but then got braver and stretched to sniff Nolan and then the others. Koda did the same and both obviously realized they were safe and stayed relatively calm in the arms of the Alpha couple. Byron smiled and Liam caught his glance. “It’s like my wolf knew they needed help and thus he led me there.” He confessed and though he said it loud enough for everyone to hear, he mostly said it to Byron. 

Byron nodded. “Liam, did you already read about Mckenna Sholes in the Alpha journal?” Liam shook his head. “No, why?” “You remind me a lot of her.” “Really?” Liam asked with a smile. “Why?” “Mckenna was also very close to her wolf, some stories even say her wolf was her spirit animal, always around her, like a guardian spirit. Other stories even mention a real wolf from the woods who took a liking to her and was always close to Mckenna. She often told stories how her inner wolf led her somewhere and helped her in life.” Byron explained Liam and the nineteen-year-old Alpha smiled. “Mckenna was also one of the few Alphas that was so close to her wolf she managed to fully shift.” Lana added to her husband’s explanation. “A truly remarkable women. And just as caring and hard-working as you were, Liam.”

This was one of the nicest compliments Liam ever received and he smiled softly before he tilted his head and pressed a gentle kiss on Koda’s head. To resemble one of the former Alphas was huge and Mckenna seemed like a truly amazing woman. He could not wait until he reached her part in the journal. 

“Now, we have a Christmas dinner to prepare. Isaac will arrive soon and we can’t let our guests starve, can we? The Alpha says no.” Liam said and put Koda down. The small dog yipped softly and tentatively started sniffing around. Theo sat Aka down too and the two puppies slowly discovered their new home while Liam walked into the bedroom to grab his clothes, take a shower, and finally start the day. 

****** Despite more people attending the Christmas dinner than expected, the food was enough. Liam had tricked a bit and added some homemade potato salad and some sausages and one cake more but everybody got enough to eat. The pack sat around the table in the dining room and talked and laughed and really it was amazing. 

Maya cleared her throat at one point. “I’d like to use the chance to say something. Actually, we all would like to say something and somehow I got elected as the spokesperson. Why did I get elected as the spokesperson again?” She asked her fellow Betas. 

“Because you’re cute when you try to find the right words.” The instant reply came and Lana, Byron, Theo, Liam, and Isaac laughed. Maya considered that and then nodded. “Okay, got it. Anyway, Liam, Theo, we, the Betas, would like to say thank you. None of us would end the year on such a great note if it weren’t for you. You helped us through everything and we really wanted to make sure you know how grateful we are for you.”

Ever took over from Maya. “You’re great, guys, and you helped all of us to get better. You gave us a home base and you never asked for anything in return. And you were so open and honest with us. Thank you for this too.” The last had been addressed especially for Theo and he smiled softly. Liam squeezed his hand. 

“I have five siblings and they all are older but none of them is as great as you. You never made me feel like a loser, no you help me get better in things I’m really good at. You always protect us. That’s true strength.” Tim added.

“This is getting highly emotional but they others are right. And we thought this would be a great opportunity to say thank you. Because you deserve to hear it. So thank you for everything you already did for us and for everything you will do for us in the future.” Mike also joined and Liam was completely touched. His Betas were just too good to be true. 

“Thank you guys.” He said softly and when he looked over to Theo he saw tears shimmering in his mate’s eyes. That someone was so happy to have Theo around, so grateful for Theo being there, was all so new for Theo and he never experienced this to such an extent. He knew Liam was grateful to have him but that was different.

“No, thank you for being the awesome big brothers we needed.” Nolan said with a smile. 

Sadie raised her glass. “Cheers. This pack will stick together for as long as we can and we will take on everything. Because we’re family and family never abandons anyone!” They all raised their glasses. “Cheers!”

Isaac sipped his drink and then sat his glass down. “If you keep this spirit up, the talk with Scott will be a piece of cake. By the way, have you already thought of a meeting point?” Liam shook his head. “Not yet. Why?” “I wouldn’ t meet in Seattle or in Beacon Hills.” Isaac put in his own two cents and Theo looked surprised. “Why not?” “Because - and I really don’t want to be the bad guy - but you have to keep in mind that everything could go wrong. Sure, we all hope Scott will be happy and everything is sunshine and roses but I’m probably too realistic to think it will go without a hitch. That would be too easy and easy isn’t in the vocabulary of any resident from Beacon Hills. So, be prepared for the worst, and if you’re in his territory then it could be seen as a threat. You’re two Alphas, after all. I’d recommend meeting on neutral ground. Maybe somewhere in the middle, on a viewing platform or whatever.”

What Isaac said sounded absolutely logical. Liam wished for the best but he had to be prepared for the worst. “Good point.” He said. “Also, Corey and Mason need to be there too, it’s essential. You’re making a statement. His pack against yours. You’re not only saying you’re an Alpha, you’re also saying you’re an Alpha with a pack full of strong Betas of all kinds. So, the whole core pack needs to be there.”  Another valid point Isaac brought up. Liam looked at him. “Are you coming with us? As mediator?”

Isaac smiled. “Sure. If it goes south, I can attract some of the anger. Because I’m sure some people would be not that happy to see me again.” Liam laughed. “Thank you, Isaac.” “Nah, don’t mention it. I live to surprise people.” “Do you think it will turn out bad?” Liam inquired further and Theo reached out to put his hand on Liam’s leg and gently squeeze it. Isaac let out a breath and shrugged. “Honestly? I have no idea. Scott is a great person but I also know how it is to be on the receiving end of Scott McCall’s anger. So, really, it could go both ways.” “No matter how it goes in the end, you talked to Scott and that’s the most important thing. No more secrets from your former Alpha.” Byron said softly and that was also a valid point. Liam still hoped it would all turn out well.  Liam nodded. “Right.” He said thoughtfully. 

Writing this chapter was frustrating because every time I sat down to write it, I got disturbed. It seriously disturbed the creative progress and I almost lost my mind. But now it's finished and I can't wait to hear what you have to say about it. Constructive criticism is always welcome, just like wishes, hopes, and nice comments :D

In case you were curious:

That’s Aka

That’s Koda