2#Unlikely Mates: BBW Shifter/Vampire Romance by Charlene Hartnady Page A

“One very quick conversation but we’ll do it naked.”
    “We
can’t talk while we’re naked.”
    “Want
to bet? We could even talk while I’m rutting you. I like that idea even more.
That way we could talk for hours…all night if you want.”
    Her
hands flew to her ample hips and her large breasts thrust forward. He could see
how her nipples had pebbled against the fabric. His female wanted him even if
she wouldn’t admit it. “No freaking way. We will first set the ground rules and
then I’ll decide whether or not you get to stay.”
    “I’m
staying.” He smiled at her. “Of that you can be certain.”
    “We’ll
see.” She huffed.
    When
he looked back at Griffin, the male had an amused look on his face. Ross made
for the kitchen area, ensuring that he brushed past Becky. As their bodies made
contact, her breathing hitched and her heart rate picked up speed.
    She
was afraid and he planned on finding out why. It would be difficult, but he
would rein in the need to rut her until she screamed with pleasure. It was
important that she be happy. That way she would be able to relax. He planned on
making her scream, long and hard.
    As
soon as the door closed behind them, and before Griffin had turned to face him,
he blurted, “You are not to rut that female.”
    Griffin
swung around looking at first crestfallen and then angry. “Why the hell not? I
am highly attracted to her and she feels the same about me. I can scent her
arousal. If I were to slip my hand into her panties, I’m sure she would be—”
    He
held up a hand. “Enough. I have received special permission to rut this human
on the condition that you are ready to save her should the need arise.”
    “You
said you don’t plan on drinking from her.”
    “Plans
have changed.” He narrowed his eyes.
    “You
are not permitted to take from her.” Griffin narrowed his eyes back.
    “Mistakes
happen.”
    “Bull
fucking shit. You plan on taking from her. Mistake my ass.” Griffin
chuckled. “It would be the perfect way to ensure that you receive a ten next
time round.”
    Ross
snorted. “A ten…when I sink my fangs into her she won’t remember how to fucking
count.”
    “You’re
serious? I don’t think you should—”
    “Enough!”
Ross snapped. More harshly than he intended. “You do not have permission to rut
the human. The only reason you are here is to ensure my human’s safety. Do your
duty with the knowledge that I plan on taking from her. Am I clear?”
    Griffin
folded his arms across his chest, a grin on his face. “You just called her your
human. There is no way in hell Zane and Brant will let you mate her.”
    “Make
no mistake…” The sense of urgency increased. “The female is mine, I will find a
way to convince the kings of that.”
    “You
may have to first convince her.” Griffin chuckled. “It sounds like some wolf
beat you to it.” His grin was impossibly wide and his eyes had narrowed in
humor. “It sounds like the beast left quite the impression.”
    Ross
hadn’t meant to do it, but rage hot and thick coursed through his veins making
him punch Griffin in the face. He managed to pull back at the last second so no
bones broke.
    Griffin’s
eyes widened in shock and he brought a hand up to cradle his jaw.
    Ross
knew that he should probably apologize but to hell with it. The male should not
have goaded him like that.
    “Sheesh…”
Griffin shook his head. “You really must care for her.”
    Ross
nodded once. “I do.”
    “Good
luck then. I won’t tease you again.”
    Ross
started to walk away but Griffin cleared his throat so he turned back. “Is
there something else that you want to discuss?”
    Griffin
nodded, looking uncertain.
    “I’m
listening.” He had to work to keep his voice even.
    “You
said I can’t rut the female.”
    Ross
narrowed his eyes and he nodded.
    The
male stuffed his hands into his pockets. “I would like to ask permission to
give her pleasure.”
    Ross
locked his jaw. What harm