My pups had fallen asleep within ten minutes of leaving the parking lot. Tonight had been surprisingly nice. Their were a couple of awkward moments, but all-in-all, it went better than expected. I could already feel the bond that Dane and Sariah were forming. I had watched him in awe as he interacted with her, he was firm but not mean.

"Do you think that you will ever trust me" Dane asks pulling me from my thoughts.

"I hope so. You have to understand that I lost my first mate when they were all so young. I nearly didn't survive and had to rely heavily on my in-laws for help. I missed out on almost a whole year of their lives. I was always sick and could hardly function. When I finally turned the corner, I promised that I would do everything I could to make their childhood a happy one. So for the last four years it's been completely about them. I'm sure that I have not been the greatest father, hell, half the time I'm just winging it. It will take me time Dane. It will take them time" I honestly answer him.

I quickly glance over to see his head turned towards the window. I have no idea what to say or do. Have I offended him or hurt his feelings? Ugh...so frustrating!

We ride in silence for several minutes before I felt his hand on my thigh.

"I won't lie. I am scared as shit. I have no idea what it is like to be a parent. All I know is that you don't have to do it alone anymore. I will be by your-side if you'll let me" he says still looking out the window. His voice was calming.

I placed my hand on his and intertwined our fingers. Warmth spread over my body feeling his touch. Neither one of said anything for the rest of the care ride home.

When we turned into the pack drive-way, I linked Jack and Felix.

Yeah. No problem. I'll signal the house to be quiet until we can get them to your suite.

Jack and Felix were waiting for us when we pulled up.

Jack opened the back and un-buckled Gideon from his seat. Before Felix made it half-way to the other side of the SUV, Dane had already unhooked Sariah and was cradling her in his arms.

I smiled when I saw Felix frown at the sight of Dane holding Sariah. "I'll guess I'll get snorasorous" Felix huffed. He was right, you would have thought Seth was a grown wolf by how loud he snored.

"Let me park the Expedition and I will catch up with you guys" I quietly say careful not to wake the kids as all three make their way towards the front door.

It didn't take long for me to catch up with them and I quickly made my past them and punch in the access code for the suite. Jack and Felix head straight towards the boys room. I approach Dane as soon as he came in the door. "I'll take Sariah. Why don't you wait for me out-side in the hall. I'll be right out" I tell him.

I felt my heart ache when I saw hurt and disappointment in his eyes. He silently nods and places Sariah in my arms.

He closes the front door behind him as he went into the hallway. I start to make my way to Sariah's room when Felix stops me. "Give my that child. That big oaf wouldn't let me carry her. You go say goodnight" he quietly says pouting the whole time.

"And remember...no getting naked in the hall. Children live here!" Felix quietly yells giving me a wink. Perv...

I open the door and see Dane leaning against the wall with his back towards me. I couldn't help but stare at the shape of his toned back. And his ass, shit, it looked good in those pants.

"Like what you see" Dane calls over his shoulder. Feeling myself blush, I tilt my head down slightly but am stopped by a finger on my chin. Slowly, Dane gently pushes up on it until our eyes meet.

"I had a good time tonight. Thank you again for helping Sariah" I quietly choke out.

"I had a good time too" he responds with his eyes intently exploring my lips. I nearly moaned when I saw his tongue slide over his lips.

Mate him! Kaden yells.

I pause at first, but then reach my hand up clasping the back of his neck and pull his lips to mine. Smooth and plump, his lips felt warm against mine. Pleasure shoots through me feeling our lips meeting over and over again. He nips at my lower lip before licking it asking for entrance. I smile against his lips denying him entrance gaining me a growl. I want control...at least for now. I slide my tongue over his lower lip and he quickly opens his mouth inviting me to thrust my tongue in. Moans escape my mouth tasting his tongue with my lips.

Tightening my grip on his hip, I pull him closer until I could feel his hard shaft against my leg. He groans turning us and pushing my body hard against the wall. Not willing to lose the feel of his body against mine, I keep my grip on his neck and hip. I gasp when he grabs my wrists in his one hand and holds them over my head. His mouth smashes against mine and his tongue wickedly plays with mine. He has complete control.

My whole body heats up when his free hand slowly exploring my stomach and chest. Without thought, my hips thrust forward when he squeezes one of my nipples. Teasing me more, his hand slowly trails back down my chest until his inches it into the front of my pants. I let myself moan at the feeling of his hand teasing the hair at the base of my shaft causing my pre-cum to drip into my pants. Warm fingers make their way down my hard shaft exploring every inch as they go. Dane's hand begin to expertly move up and down, slowly pumping me. I nearly scream at the pleasure of him squeezing my ball-sack.

"Dane...please" I whisper.

"Soon my love but not now" he quietly responds.

I whimper when he pulled his hands away.

"When can I see you again" he asks leaning his forehead against mine. "T..t..tomorrow. Lunch" I stutter out.

"Lunch tomorrow it is. Good-night love" he says giving me a quick kiss on the lips and walking away leaving me in the hall alone, horny, and very hard.

Shit...that was hot. My shaft continues to pulsate at the thought of him touching me. Not wanting to be seen or have to give a blow by blow to Felix, I quickly punch in the access code and run straight to the bathroom for a cold shower.