Bonds at War: The Untouched is Mine novel Chapter 261

“I love you too, Rowan.”

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Chapter 261 Grandma And Grandpa

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“Wake up, my love.”

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The voice brushed over my skin like velvet. Heavy–lidded, I blinked into the sunlight pouring through the curtains, only to find Rowan staring down at me. His eyes, soft yet carrying depth, made my stomach flip.

I saw the mark resting proudly on his neck where my teeth had sunk into him, and a smile tugged at my lips before I could stop it. He’s mine.

He slipped his arms beneath me, lifting me with ridiculous ease. I winced at the sudden stretch of sore muscles, and his mouth curled in a smirk.

I narrowed my eyes, glaring at him the best I could. “Proud bastard.”

He chuckled in response. He knew what he’d done. He knew exactly how thoroughly he had ruined me last night. Rowan Wrenmoor wasn’t just big in ego. My body still ached from him, every step reminding me that he had claimed me in every way possible—except knotting. Thank the goddess for small mercies. If he had knotted me last night, I didn’t know if I could face his pack members and our daughter. I wouldn’t even be able to walk properly this morning.

“You’re in a good mood,” I muttered, stretching carefully against his chest.

His hand slid to my lower back, thumb brushing in soothing circles, easing some of the ache. He hummed, still sounding proud.

“Of course,” he murmured, leaning down until his breath tickled my ear. “You told me you love me.”

I pursed my lips. I knew what I had said last night, but I was at the height of my pleasure then, so I said it without any shame. Now, it was all dawning on me.

When I turned my head, I was expecting his grin to be cocky. Instead, he had a boyish smile that softened my heart right at that moment.

For so long, I believed Rowan Wrenmoor was complicated. His past, his mistakes, his broken edges–they’d always felt larger than life. However, looking at him now, I see that he really did seem like a simple man.

Grateful. In love.

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I rolled my eyes, though my heart raced faster. “I didn’t say anything. You must have been hallucinating last night.”

He ignored the denial, brushing his lips against the tender skin of my mark, sending sparks racing through me. His voice was hoarse when he spoke again.

“Say it once more. Please.”

I looked at him, and I swore his eyes were glistening with need.

Goodness.

Now I understand Arden. She once said she felt like she had a giant puppy in her hands when Cade begged her for something. That was what Rowan looked like now. A deadly, dangerous wolf reduced to the vulnerability of a puppy asking for reassurance.

And how could I deny him?

For years, I’d kept my walls high. I’d guarded my heart, convinced that if I gave Rowan even a piece of it, he’d break me again. But last night shattered every hesitation. The bond sealed, and now the truth felt too heavy to keep hidden.

I lifted my hand, cupping his chin. He stilled under my touch for a second before leaning into my touch.

Then I pressed a kiss to his lips, lingering, tasting the warmth that was entirely him.

“I love you,” I whispered against his mouth.

The bond flared, filling every hollow space I’d once carried with light.

Rowan inhaled sharply before gazing into my eyes.

“Now, don’t fuck this up,” I whispered, because Rowan’s gaze was too piercing for me to hold for long.

His lips quirked. “I won’t.”

I raised a brow, but he only leaned closer, his hand still cupping my jaw.

Thank for

“I really won’t,” he murmured, his forehead pressing against mine. “Thank you… you giving me a chance every day.” His voice cracked on the last word, and before I could answer, his mouth was on mine,

“I love you,” he said between kisses. One. Then another. Then another. “I love you. I love you.”

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I giggled, my lips tingling from the onslaught. “That’s enough,” I scolded, pushing at his chest, though he barely moved. Instead, he buried his face against my neck, sniffing my scent while I swatted him half–heartedly.

Then-

Someone cleared their throat.

I froze. My head jerked toward the door.

Alpha Karl stood there.

My eyes widened in horror. Rowan stilled, and then slowly, reluctantly, stood, turning toward his father.

“What are you doing here?” he exclaimed in anger and surprise, but his ears turned pink in betrayal.

It was awkward. Painfully awkward. I looked away, trying not to combust on the spot.

“Calla says she wants to see you,” his father said. “So, we came here.”

Just then, foregoing the embarrassment I was feeling from getting caught like teenagers making out in the dark, I saw how Alpha Karl really looked.

Instead of his usual button–up, he was wearing pajamas with accessories adorning his neck, arms, and ankles. I had to blink several times to make sure I wasn’t hallucinating.

Rowan did too, his voice holding disbelief. “What are you wearing, Dad?”

His father’s ears went red. He looked away while clearing his throat. “Calla wanted me to wear them.”

I bit down on my lip to stifle a laugh. He had a beaded necklace around his neck, some scrunchies on his wrists, and some feathers in his hair.

Rowan’s lips twitched.

“Your mom made breakfast. Come eat,” his dad added, still trying to sound serious despite his appearance. With that, he left the room, leaving the two of us alone.

I moved, preparing to get out of bed, but the soreness in my back and thighs made me flinch. Rowan’s hand was instantly there, steadying me, guilt flashing in his eyes even as pride lingered.

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We both made our way downstairs, and I found myself holding onto his hand, needing the

comfort.

“Is this okay?” I whispered.

His brows furrowed. “Is what okay?”

“Your parents,” I clarified. “Are you comfortable… with this? With us? Together?”

He sighed, gaze dropping to where our hands were twined. “I don’t know. It still feels strange and surreal.” He paused, thumb brushing my knuckles. “But I feel like it’s good.”

I bit my lip.

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