FULL NOVELXO Chapter 139
Xaden’s pov
“Oh,” Kaylee utters when I put the hat on her head, looking over her shoulder at me shyly. “Sorry, but this is the only disguise I can think of on such short notice.” I cringed, closing the door behind me.
She fixes it on her head, pushing it lower and dropping her head to avoid anyone seeing her face properly. She nearly walks into a wall. I chuckle, reaching out to grab her. Tingles ablaze from our skin contact and her cheeks instantly flush.
You may need to hold me if you want to come back here without bruises.” I joked, leading her. What she doesn’t know is that inwardly my wolf is wagging his tail happily that I get to hold her.
Oh-al-right,” she stammers shyly, instinctively pushing closer to me, her cheeks flushing prettily. When we were outside, I led her to Xade’s car which I will be using for our journey. Settling in the seat, Kaylee looks at the seat belt confused.
I frowned, leaning across her which made me breathe in her alluring sweet scent. She smelt of wildflowers and vanilla. A sweet combination that made my mouth water. I lingered there a bit, breathing in her scent until my lungs were filled with her.
But then I noticed her stiff body and decided that perhaps I should slow down. ” Here you go,” I told her gently as I secured the seatbelt around her.” My voice betrayed the hint of desire in it and I hope she hadn’t caught the emotion.
“Thank you,” Kaylee breathe, her smile reaching her eyes. My wolf stirred restlessly and I quickly close the door, trying to compose myself. I see why it was so hard for Xade to stay away from Avery. It was near impossible.
I rush to the drivers side, settling in, striving to fight this restless wolf my had stirred. But it is difficult with Kaylee being so close. Her scent alone had my senses reeling. “Are you okay?” her soft voice fluttered inside the car and I glance at her briefly and nod.
She didn’t know the turmoil inside my head, she didn’t know being this close to her was maddening.
Poor Xade. Now I understand him to a great extent.
I started the car and as we drove off, Kaylee made a surprise sound at the back of her throat, her hand quickly clutching the door handle in fear. My brows furrowed as I frowned and I slowed down.
“Do you have a fear of cars?” I asked her softly, glancing at her slightly trembling body.
She peers at me, shame coating her face. “This is my first time in a car actually.”
My eyes widen in surprise and she looks away, leaning back awkwardly and slowly, reluctantly removing her hands from the door. I was tempted to ask her why hadn’t she ever been in a vehicle before, but hesitated, unsure if I should overstep those boundaries.
My father never let me out of the house,” She breaks the silence after a long pause, her words making my stomach feel heavy. “I was like a prisoner,” she whispered brokenly.
My heart broke for her and my rage toward the bastard of her dad grew even more. Henry had let Xade and I in on a bit of the backstory about her dad, and honestly if that man wasn’t already dead, I would have hunted him down myself.
“I’m sorry,” I murmured, glancing at her and a lump forms in my throat when I notice the pain etched in her pretty features. I want to reach out and rub those frown lines between her brows so badly.
She fiddled with her fingers on her lap. ” It’s okay,” she smiles sadly. He’s gone now and I’m free.”
“I looked at her, unable to stop myself from smiling at how pure she looked right now. You are,” I breathed and her eyes snap to mine. ” You’re free now.” And then I couldn’t resist, I reach out and place my hand on her thigh.
She had been stiff from the fear of the ride but as soon as my palm land on her thigh she relaxed under my touch, breathing out a sigh as though my touch comforted her. I smile happily, my heart warming.
” I am glad we met Kaylee,” I said truthfully.
She surprises me when her hand lands on top of mine, her touch sending tingles through me. ” Me too Xaden.”