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Caden's POV
--Six months later--
I looked over at Blake and smiled. She looked so peaceful sleeping. With my arm around her, resting on her already flat stomach, and our legs intertwined, I couldn't think of a more perfect morning. although tomorrow morning will have a better view outside.
"Why are you staring at me?"
"When you sleep beside the most beautiful woman on Earth you find you pick up the habit of staring."
She rolled over to face me better as her eyes did a 360 degree turn. I chuckled. "So what are our plans today?"
"Feed the little rugrats, then send them to your mother's so we have today to ourselves, my beautiful little fiancee." Well, some of it. And if all went well I wouldn't be able to call her that anymore, I thought, suppressing my smile.
"And what are we doing today sexy?"
I rolled her over so she laid down my stomach, and pecked her lips, "That's for me to know and you to find out." I hadn't told her anything about the wedding, it was all a surprise, including the fact that today we would go to sleep married. Hopefully.
She got quiet and I grew worried.
"Is everything alright babe?"
"Yeah, of course."
"Bee?"
She seemed to think about how to say it before talking, a long pause hovering over us, "You're secretive lately." She said quickly before ranting in one breath, "I trust you and I know you aren't doing anything I would disagree with or something like that but I'm worried about you thinking you can't talk to me because everyone needs someone to talk to and if I can't be that person for you than I have no idea how to be a mate and eventually you are going to-"
"Bee-"
"And I know that you don't like talking about-"
"Bee."
"Anything personal and you like to hold things inside and think them through but I-"
"Blake."
"Thought that I had given you enough time or space that you would come to terms with whatever this is-"
"Listen to me-"
"And eventually open up but it feels like you think you're alone and you are not alone Caden. I am hear for you-"
"Take a breath-"
"I love you and I want you to be able to open up to me. I thought we were past this. I don't want you to think you-"
"Blake. Please-"
"Can't talk to me because I can listen. I promise I will listen but I am so worried that there is something going on and that you are dealing with it by yourself when we should be sharing the load like mates do-"
I gave up on my attempt to get her to listen and grabbed her face before pressing my lips to hers. Soon our tongues collided and a moment later she was breathing heavily as I pulled away. She began to speak but I held a finger to her lips and rested her cheek against my forehead.
"There is nothing wrong beautiful." I felt guilty that she was so worried about me. I thought she had been worried about the pups all this time.
"But-"
"There is nothing wrong. My life could not get any more perfect. I have the two most incredible gifts from you, our pups, a true blessing. And I have the most breathtaking, loving, beautiful, honest woman on this Earth as my fiancee and mate. I could not dream of a better life. I would not change a thing. Nothing is wrong. Please believe me."
I could feel her tension fade as I talked, her tell-tale sign that she was believing me- or starting to.
"We are perfect. There is nothing wrong. In fact today is one of the best days ever. Please say you believe me."
"You would tell me if there was anything, right Cade?"
I smiled, "Of course beautiful. We're mates."
She looked up at me and soon tilted her head far enough for her lips to be about an inch from mine, "I love you Caden, with my whole being."
I know my eyes lit up, those three little words are what I live for, "I love you more." I closed the distance and put my lips on hers.
I heard Damien cry and then Riley started too. Bee pulled away with a chuckle, "Feeding time."
"And then we are alone for a while." And then the wedding, reception, and then a week and a half to ourselves.
"I thought you said all day. Aren't they spending the night with mom and Danes?"
"Well, I'm sure we'll run into some other people at some point."
"I didn't think you'd let me leave the bed today, so running into some people sounded out of the question."
As tempting as that sounds, I want a wedding ring on her finger. "Does my fiancee want to spend all day in bed?"
She giggled her adorable little laugh, as I ran my finger up her sides lightly, "Well sexy, I think we're pretty good at killing time within these walls."
"Well then we can spend all day tomorrow wrapped up in each other on a mattress." Just thousands of miles away in another room.
"We'll have to pick up Rye and Dames eventually though."
"I might be able to convince your mother to take them another night."
"It wouldn't be hard, she loves having them over."
"Wait until they're sixteen." I chuckled as Bee laughed. So gorgeous.
She went to get up but I gave her a lingering kiss first.
"Rye or Dames?"
"I'll let you take the one who needs a clean diaper." She said back in a playful tone and I opened the door to their room.
"Meanie."
She smiled, "You bet."
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I walked back into the kitchen after loading Riley and Damien's bags in the vehicle. I had packed them since Bee didn't know they would be gone for ten days rather than one night. And I wouldn't be able to find an excuse that would cover this one.
Bee was standing there smiling and talking happily to Riley, making silly faces and periodically saying "Boo!" to Damien who would then smile and squirm.
I don't know how long I stood there admiring my soon-to-be-wife make faces at our two pups. They truly were a miracle. Her eyes were always so bright when she was with them. I thought I had the world with just the two of us, but now I know we were missing this.
The long restless nights, dirty diapers, endless worry and everything else we put up with is more than worth it for these two rascals.
She sat them both down on the floor and they played together oddly, since they couldn't move much at their half-a-year-old stage they were in, and I instantly wrapped my arms around her waist.
"I love you, my beautiful fiancee."
"I love you too..." She said slowly, confused as to why I was smiling like I owned the world.
"I love you more. More than I ever knew possible." I squeezed her tighter before she tilted her head to look up at me. I pressed my lips to her forehead and she closed her eyes with a smile.
I sunk my teeth into her neck and wrapped my arms closer around her as she reeled in the pleasure. My mark. My mate. She was mine.
And nothing could top that feeling of euphoria.
"Caden...." She moaned lowly and I licked it sealed before kissing it gently, my lips resting on the sensitive skin.
"Are you ready to head out?"
She glanced down at our pups, "Yeah. Sleep tonight would be great."
And for the next week- that is, if we actually get any time for sleeping on our honeymoon. "I can't promise you that will happen."
She blushed and I chuckled, "Don't laugh at me."
"I don't get how you can't talk about se-"
"Not in front of the pups."
"Making love," I corrected myself, "When you've had twins. You've been pregnant and still can't talk about making the pup."
She smacked my chest lightly, "Don't start with me mister."
I growled and kissed her hungrily.
"Caden?"
"No, use the other word, then we definitely won't sleep tonight."
"Mister?" She laughed, "You're such a boy."
"You're boy."
"Nope," my wolf freaked before she turned in my arms, "My man. Damien is my boy."
I smiled, "He's our boy."
She nodded and we packed up the kids before buckling them in the car seats in the back. It was too much work in the sports cars so we got something "safer, and more appropriate" as Bee said, for when we're with them- so like always. I refused to drive a van, SUV, or some small slow car, so we agreed upon a truck. I walked around the tailgate to close the tonneau cover before opening Bee's door. She climbed in the passenger side and I walked around before we set out onto the road for her mother's place.
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Fifteen minutes later Riley and Damien were asleep in the backseat and I let go of Bee's hand to walk around the truck. I opened her door and lifted her out.
"Caden I can get out."
"Bee, I can lift you out." I mocked.
She rolled her eyes and I pecked her lips to keep her from arguing. Lifting her was just an excuse to have her in my arms in any way I could, which I think she knew, but that's okay.
We each grabbed a pup and met her mother by the front door.
"Bla-"
"Mom," Bee whispered, "They're asleep."
"Oh I'm so sorry." Her mother whispered before we walked inside.
We put them down in the cribs in the room she kept for them and met in the living room.
"Thank you for watching them." I said to her mom.
"Any time Caden. I love watching them, you know that."
"It is still appreciated." She nodded and I spoke to her through the mindlink, trying not to make it obvious, I packed what I thought was enough for a week but I could've been wrong. I also made sure to-
Don't worry Caden, I'll take care of them.
And Daniel is in charge but Zeke is always available. If anything goes wrong I am immediately told, let Bee have a week without worry, and if anything seems odd or off in any way, shape, or form, Zeke and Daniel are told immediately. He has a heads up.
Got it. Zeke is the body guard, Daniel is Alpha for the week.
Yes. Thank you for this.
She nodded with a smile and I focused on Bee's conversation with Dana.
They were talking about a shopping trip they went on. It soon ended and Bee hugged her mom, thanking her for watching them for the night, even though it was a lot longer.
Thank you for packing for her Dana. I would've messed up.
You wouldn't have packed her any clothes and she would've spent it mad.
I suppressed my laugh, True.
Don't worry, I packed lots of bathing suits and skimpy clothes. She winked and I chuckled.
Bee gave me a weird look and I smiled at her.
"Okay, we're going to head out."
Her mom nodded. Dana questioned me quickly, Wedding at seven pm? Five for hair and makeup?
I nodded. Bee gave me a questioning look but I simply smiled and took her hand, "Come on beautiful."
We left and I felt myself slowly getting more excited for this afternoon. I glanced at her ring finger to see the lonely ring, hopefully accompanied by another later today.
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"Okay, you can open your eyes." I said to Bee as I let go of er hand. Her jaw dropped as she looked around the bathroom. Rose petals scattered, a warm bath with bubbles, the novel she had been reading beside the tub, dimmed lights, vanilla scented candles around the room and soft music playing.
"I- You- Caden-"
I stopped her from rambling incoherent sentences with a chaste kiss on her lips. She smiled to me and I brought her in closer, turning her so she could see the bathroom, her back to my chest.
"Caden, you didn't have to-"
"I wanted to."
"No Caden-"
"Yes babe." I bent slightly so my lips left a trail of gentle kisses down her neck before my teeth marked her for the millionth time.
I licked the mark sealed a moment later and she slowly brought her breath back to normal. I ran my hands up her back and rested them on her shoulders, starting a slow massage.
She made a moaning sound before stopping herself when she noticed she had done it. I chuckled before slipping her shirt over her head and continuing the massage. Her head soon tilted forward as her whole body began to relax.
I dropped her bottoms, "Babe step forward."
"Hmm?" She picked her head up slightly.
"Step out of your pants beautiful."
She did so with confusion and I chuckled again. I could feel her whole body buzzing. She had no idea about anything except right here, right now. And she deserved it. The pack house had been built and I had been moving everyone and organizing security as Bee helped everyone in ways I could never do, while taking care of the two pups as I ran over the land with Zeke, Ben, Dan and our trained wolves. We've both been exhausted and worked endlessly so she deserves to not think for a while and just relax. And what better day than our wedding day?
I dropped her bra on the floor along with the rest of her clothes and guided her closer to the tub. Her eyes blinked open a couple times and I couldn't stop the smile. She looked so peaceful and relaxed. I picked her up and placed her in the water, "Too hot? Too cold?"
"Perfect sexy."
I smiled and made sure her feet were over the edge at the other end as she laid out.
"Just relax beautiful." I said as I knelt at her feet, slowly massaging one foot.
"You don't have to do this Caden."
"Does it feel good?"
She nodded with a smile, her eyes half-closed.
"Enough said."
Five minutes later I switched feet and she stirred slightly before relaxing completely again. Once I finished both feet I placed them in the water.
"Are you joining me sexy?"
"I'll be right back beautiful."
"Do you have to leave? We never get time alone." She said, still only half aware of her surroundings.
"I know. I'm sorry beautiful, I promise I'll make more time for us. This week will be all about us."
"What about the pack? I understand we're both busy-"
I kissed her to stop her thoughts, "I promise beautiful."
I walked out of the bathroom before jogging down the stairs.
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I carried the tray upstairs and seeing the time, cursed myself mentally. I took way longer than I thought I would. I had to talk to Dan about my suit for later today and then Ben had a couple questions and I didn't want to postpone them because that could cause problems I don't want. Especially today.
I tapped on the door lightly and heard her stir in the water, "Sexy?"
"Yeah beautiful. I didn't think that would take so long."
"Will you join me now? The water's pretty cold though."
"I can add warm water after draining some of the cold if you want to stay in. But I did make lunch."
"I'm not really hungry Caden we just had breakfast."
"Please? For me?" I said including my pouty lip, trailing a finger down my cheek to resemble crying.
She laughed with her bright smile and nodded. I brought the tray into her view and she rolled her eyes, "It's a good thing you don't cook for the pups."
"Ah! Are you insulting my cooking?"
"Me? No..." We both laughed and I handed her a bowl.
"I think you should join me in the tub for lunch." She said as she moved forward.
Her, naked, in the tub, completely relaxed, without the pups to interrupt us was something I could never miss out on.
I stripped and drained some of the water, before adding a bit more hot water, "Better beautiful?"
She nodded and grabbed my hand, urging me in the tub. I climbed in behind her and she leaned against my chest, "I've missed you."
"I'm sorry beautiful."
"It's not your fault. Life just gets hectic sometimes, I didn't make time either."
"You were taking care of the pups."
"Don't say it like you don't help. We'll just make more time next week. And today."
"We will. I promise."
She snuggled up to me and I sighed in content. This was life.
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"Where are we going?"
"I told you Bee, it's a surprise."
"Ugh." She groaned playfully.
Ten minutes later she sat up further, "Isn't this the beach parking?"
"Yes beautiful."
"I didn't bring my bathing suit Caden."
I looked over at her with a slight smirk and she shook her head immediately.
"Caden! This is a public beach, there's children-"
"Don't worry Bee, that's not my intention."
She gave me a disbelieving look but remained silent as I cut the engine, opened her door and helped her out of the car. "What are we doing if we're not swimming? I didn't think you were into tanning on the beach sexy."
"Aren't you funny today." I shook my head, "Just trust me babe. Please?"
She nodded, "Always."
I pressed my lips to hers and she immediately kissed me back. "I love you Blake."
She looked confused for a second, "I love you too Caden."
I kissed her again before leading her up the path beside the trees.
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Blake's POV
Caden seemed extremely quiet today, but yet incredibly happy. And a bit nervous but I had no idea why. It was driving me crazy but I was trying not to show him I was worried. I leaned my head on his shoulder as we walked and he put his arm around my waist, holding me close.
That was also like the fourth time he had randomly said he loved me, which happens, but usually only once in a while, not four times in a morning.
He slowed and looked both ways before leading me left, away from the beach.
"Caden?"
"One moment..." He trailed off as his mind jumped all over the place. He lead us further before turning me around to face him, "i love you Blake. I always will. You are the very breath I take and the one who makes everything worth living. You're who I want to see everyday from sun up to sun down, the person I could tackle anything with, and the one I would die for without hesitation. You are my life. And you have my entire heart. Always. Forever. your smile brightens my day, your laugh is like music, and your voice like a song I want to play on repeat. You're everything. You're my whole world. And I love you more than everything and everyone combined. Almost a year ago I proposed to you, and the fact that you're still wearing my ring makes my day, but Bee, will you marry me?"
"Of course Caden-"
"Today?"
Her eyes went wide and her jaw fell, "Today?"
"Yes Bee. Will you marry me today? Like this afternoon?"
"Caden I haven't thought about any of this-"
"It's all ready, I just need a yes." I have no idea what I would do if she did not say that three-letter word. I live for her, she is literally my world, my breath, my universe, my-
"Yes."
"Yes?"
"Yes! Of course Caden!"
I hugged her to me. I let out a huge breath of air and kissed her hungrily.
A moment later when we pulled apart she looked up at me, "You didn't have to do this alone. I would've helped."
"You told me when you said yes that you hated planning things like this."
"Yes and I do, but I didn't mean for you to do it all. Caden I'm sorry-"
"No beautiful. Don't apologise." I kissed her again and then chuckled, "But keep your expectations low."
"I'm sure it's perfect."
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"Dana what about shoes?"
"Are you going to wear heels in sand?"
"Good call. So barefoot is acceptable?"
"Anything is acceptable, you're the bride Blakey."
Dana had everything I needed ready. There was a pack stylist who did my hair and make-up (well three of them), she had the dress I had looked at briefly in the wedding shop a month ago in my size and ready to be worn, and she had things I would never have thought of ready to go. She handed me flowers and opened the door to the room I had been in.
Daniel stood there with a big smile, "Ready to be my sister-in-law Cupcake?"
I laughed and nodded, "Thank you Daniel."
He waved it off, "Don't mention it cupcake. The real question is, are you ready to live with my brother for the rest of your life?"
I chuckled, "We're already in it for the long run," I said as I motioned to my neck.
"Your loss." He joked and he lead me around the corner. I stopped and almost lost my breath asI absorbed the view.
Not too many, but enough flowers were scattered around the beach. Soft music played. Chairs were seated in rows with green ribbon across the back of each one. The theme seemed to be green and silver as those colours were scattered all over accenting the beach beautifully. There were green flowers in a row with silver decorative balls between them lining the aisle. Daniel took a step back and Ben and Danes each had one of our pups as they walked down the aisle tossing out flowers gently. I smiled at the sight. The sun had started to set and the water was glistening in the background of the small canopy that had been put up.
An the best, most handsome, attractive and extremely sexy of them all stood in his suit under the canopy.
Ben and Danes took their spot as Maid of Honour and Groomsmen after giving Mom Riley and Damien. Sam was also at the alter as Bridesmaid. The sight was absolutely perfect. I looked to Daniel with a smile and he lifted an eyebrow, "Ready Cupcake?"
I nodded with a smile. I had never smiled so much in my life, it felt like it was permanently placed there.
We slowly walked up and Daniel hugged me before standing beside Caden as Best Man, and I took my place in front of Caden.
"You look breathtakingly beautiful Bee."
I looked down, say it I scolded myself before looking up to Caden, "Thank you-"
Caden's eyes almost popped out of his head, "Did you just-"
I chuckled, "You look extremely handsome Caden."
He smiled and we turned as he started reading from his book. I felt Caden's eyes on me the whole time though.
Caden?
Remember when I said that those two words would be the best day of my life?
Yes, I remember...
It was true. You look beautiful, as always.
"You may now kiss the bride."
And he did. I smiled against his lips as Daniel gave a wolf whistle when Caden didn't pull away.
He took my hand, turned to the pack and smiled before leading me down the aisle. A limo had pulled up and we climbed in before it sped off down the road.
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