Chapter 35 

1 hacked her against the wall, caging her hetween my sim Her teall france fit perfectly against me 1 hinged at her beeram fy, geding her mouth pyed When she complied, my tongue slet aganist hers, exploring and daiming 

A son moan escaped her threat. The sound shattered my self control. My hands left the wall, running dosen er der to grip het wat in motion, i lifted her up. The legs wrapped around my hips instantly, her hands diving into my hair, pulling me ringer 

We broke apart, beth gasping for air. Her pupils were dilsted, her breath coming in quick pants. I breathed deeply, catching the went of Her arutad Phantom surged forward, nearly breaking through my restraint. 

I’ve wanted to do that since the moment I first saw you,‘ I murmured, pressing another quick kiss to her lips. 

Jace, we need to talk about what I saw, she whispered. 

Tve never touched Scarlett in any way beyond park business, I said firmly. She caught me off guard that day. The only reason she could was beratse I was distracted thinking about you. I looked directly into her eyes. ‘Since Aurora’s mother left, 1 haven’t been with anyone seriously. You’re not just another female to pass the time with, Aria. I genuinely care about you.” 

I watched emotions play across her face. Her eyes glistened with unshed tears that she blinked away stubbornly. 

“I don’t want you to cry, I said, stroking her cheek. “I want you to be happy. Here, With Aurora and me 

“It’s not that simple,” she said. “I’m just a human in a world of werewolves.” 

“You’re Aria Silverbrook,” I corrected. “And I’ve never met anyone like you.” 

She offered, “You barely know me.” 

“I want to change that.” 

She bit her lip, considering. “What happens if I find my soulmate someday?” 

If she only knew. The irony of her question made me want to laugh and growl at the same time. But telling her now would only overwhelm her. 

“Then you decide,” I said seriously. “I’d never stand in the way of that.” 

She studied me for a long moment before surprising me by leaning forward to initiate another kiss. This one was softer, exploring rather than desperate. 

Her legs tightened around my waist as I carried her down the hall to my bedroom. We fell onto the bed, her beneath me, her hands roaming across my chest and arms. I kissed along her jaw to her ear, nipping gently at the lobe before trailing down her neck. 

When I reached the spot where my mark would one day rest, I paused, breathing in her scent. Phantom rumbled with satisfaction. Soon, I promised him. When she’s ready. 

Her hands traced the lines of muscle on my back, her touch sending electricity through my skin. I could feel her heart racing against mine, her breathing quick and shallow. 

“We don’t have to do anything you’re not ready for,” I assured her, pulling back slightly to gauge her reaction. 

‘I know,” she whispered. “I trust you, Jace.” 

Those simple words hit me harder than any declaration of love could have. Trust from Aria didn’t come easily. She’d been raised by warriors, taught to question, to be cautious. Yet here she was, opening herself to me. 

I kissed her deeply, pouring my unspoken feelings into that kiss. Soon she would know what she meant to me, but tonight was about wanting her for herself. 

As night deepened, we explored each other boldly, discovering what brought pleasure. Her beauty left me speechless. Those soft sounds drove me wild- sweet and genuine. Every touch ignited something primal in me. 

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The Human Girl Who Tamed Alpha King