The Alpha King's Reluctant Bride (Ava and Grayson) novel Chapter 89

-Ava’s POV-

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A moan escaped my lips as my eyes fluttered open. It took me a moment to realize where I was–

and who I was with. A blush rushed to my cheeks as I registered Grayson’s head between my legs. My body was still humming, oversensitiv Grayson noticed I was awake and pulled back, his lips curving into a satisfied, almost smug smile. His eyes locked with mine, and the inter my stomach twist in ways I couldn’t quite describe. I followed his gaze as it dipped to my neck-

where his mark now sat over the fading remnants of Dylan’s. A spark of possession glimmered in his eyes, and I swallowed hard, my breath

“Hi” I whispered, my voice hoarse from the night before.

His lips quirked into a tiny smile. “Hi,” he replied, his voice low, gravelly, and far too seductive for my sanity.

Before I could say anything more, he moved again, sliding his leg between mine, reigniting sensations that I wasn’t sure I could handle anyr I let out a shaky laugh, pushing at his chest weakly. “That’s enough, Grayson. I don’t think I can take anymore.”

He chuckled, the sound rich and warm, and then he did something I never expected—

he threw his head back and laughed. A real. genuine laugh.

The sound caught me off guard, stealing my breath. For a moment, it was just us, bathed in this strange new lightness that poured from him bridges to cross, things left unsaid this moment felt right.

Smiling to myself, I slid off the bed and padded into the

bathroom. My reflection greeted me, and my gaze immediately went to my neck. My fingers traced the fresh mark, a symbol so vivid it almo a swirl of intricate patterns in deep break, interspersed with streaks of silver. It was beautiful, primal and undeniably his.

A thought crossed my mind as I stared. My eyes. They were gold a color I had never seen them turn before and they looked the same as th

Stepping into the shower, the hot water cascaded down my sore muscles, soothing the ache. Memories from last night hit me in waves, mal it was all too vivid. The shower did little to ease the tension thrumming through me as

the events of last night replayed in my mind, each moment sending shivers down my spine.

I didn’t know how long I stood there, letting the water pour over me, but by the time I stepped out, the bathroom was filled with steam, and m

The bloodstained sheets

I’d noticed last night were gone, along with any trace of the passion we’d shared My stomach tightened with unease. Did Grayson-? Before Grayson stepped inside, now dressed casually in a fitted black t-

shirt and jeans that accentuated his broad shoulders and lean frame. His tousled

hair made him look effortlessly handsome, and the sight of him sent heat rushing through me all over again.

His gaze did over me, lingering for a moment longer than necessary, and I felt my neck and cheeks flush. The tension in the room thickene

He nodded, though his eyes held a teasing glint. “I thought you’d be done by now. Meet me downstairs when you’re ready. We’re going out.

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As he turned to leave, I hesitated, my eyes flickering to the bed. “Wait”

He paused, looking over his shoulder.

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“Did you…” I trailed off, gesturing toward the bed. My cheeks burned hotter as I realized how ridiculous I sounded.

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Grayson’s lips twitched into a smirk as he understood instantly removed the sheets before asking one of the omegas to come in.” He leane

I wanted to sink into the floor. Stop being weird. Ava. You’re married. Married people have sex all the time. That’s how children are born. Yo know this.

His gaze dropped to the mark on my neck, and his expression softened before he turned and closed the door behind him. I let out a shaky

I dressed quickly, slipping into a pair of jeans and a simple blouse. As I clipped on my earrings, the door burst open, and Isabella stormed in

Her eyes widened dramatically as she pointed at me. “You had sex, Ava Lilian Pierce!”noveldrama

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