Asher’s Sweet Destiny

8

Freya

Finding my mate at my age was a blessing, not only is he very handsome but he’s also very kind, sweet, and makes me happy. My mom was ecstatic when she heard both me and Stella found our mates at the same time. Moving my head until I was staring up at Natsu’s handsome face. His black hair was covering his eyes, which I knew was closed. He always falls asleep when we cuddle. Which just makes me happy, it lets me know he feels comfortable being with me to the point where he lets his guard down. Sliding my hand across his already toned chest, I slipped it around his waist until I was holding him close. Loving how he began purring.

I get this feeling that we’ll be going very slow in our relationship. He doesn’t press me for anything, matter of fact he’s been very gentle with me. Yes, he touches me. My hair, arms, hands, and face. But nothing else, which I’m grateful for. It shows he has full control over his jagaur and he’s willing to wait until it's the right time. Which if I’m honest, will be when I’m in my twenties. I can see us waiting about eight to nine years.

His arm pulls me closer, letting me know he’s in his deeper sleep mode. I carefully pull the earbud out and put my phone on my nightstand, before hitting the lights. Encasing the room into utter darkness. Yes, it's in the morning. But I have special curtains just for this purpose of morning cuddle naps. Sighing in relief, I close my eyes and listen to his heartbeat until I’m fast asleep.

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Stella

Holding Benji’s hand, while my other hand ran through his short black hair. I felt completely happy, smiling probably like a cashmere cat while his head rests on my lap. Frozen finished, so Nik went through the huge movie collection and asked “What do you wanna watch next, Star?” His nickname for me was so cute, I’m his little star while Freya is his little moon.

“I think it’s time you watch Twilight.” I teased.

“Is that the movie with the sparkling vampires?” Nik groaned, while picking the dvd case up and staring at the cover of it. “Why does this pale guy look so constipated?” He asked, talking about Edward.

Benji lost it, rolling onto his back he laughed at Nik’s face as well about his comment. “Who looks constipated?” Liam asked while walking towards him with literally carrying all his little ones. He had his dad's shirt on that let him put three in the front, in like a kangaroo pouch. Then he had one of those little two holders on his back that carried two. While he himself carried two in his arms. It was funny and adorable all at once, as he slowly rocked his body back and forth while walking to Nik. “Oooh, you're talking about Mr. Sparkles. Yeah, I think he’s the reason I didn’t want to meet a vampire in real life. Sorry, luv.” Liam said while looking down at the cover Nik was holding.

“Hmm, now what do you think, mutt?” Nik asked with his black eyebrow arched, letting him know he's about to get smacked.

“I’m glad you don’t sparkle, luv.” Liam teased as he kissed Nik on the nose before swaying towards the kitchen, until he looked around the living room. “Where’s Natsu and Freya?”

“Up stairs, definitely having their morning cuddle nap.” I told him while grinning down at Benji, I think we need to start doing those.

“Wait, their..cuddling?” He sounded like he didn’t believe someone could just cuddle, without making babies.

“Yep, they do it every morning.” I told him..then I realized the words that came out of my mouth, “I mean they cuddle every morning.” I rushed out but Liam was already going back up the stairs.

“Mutt, get back down here.” Nik called as he followed him. “Liam Alexander Dawson, you get back down here.” Nik called after Liam didn’t respond the first time.

Man, that makes me think of mom when he’d get in trouble. “Nikolas Grey Orpheus, I told you before not to call me that.” I heard Liam walking back down the stairs, with a shocked looking Nik waiting for him.

“Who told you my middle name?” Nik asked while giving Liam a glare.

“I have my ways and I’m not telling you a thing.” Liam grinned, before turning to me. Asking “Stella, tell me the truth. Are they keeping it clean?”

“Well yeah, Freya wants to save herself until she turns twenty.” I told him, but Benji looked at me with a curious look. “I’ll tell you later.” I whispered to him.

“Ok, but can Natsu?” Liam asked, looking more at Benji how sat up trying to look less touchy.

“He told me a few days ago that he’d wait a century if that’s what she wanted.” Benji told him, which made Liam sigh before he walked into the kitchen with Nik following closely behind.

“So, twenty, huh?” Benji said while coming back to me now that my older overprotective brother was gone.

“Yep, she said twenty is the perfect age seeing as our mom was in her early twenties when she met our dads.” I told him while pulling him closer so I could play with his soft black hair again. I think what I loved most about his black hair is that it makes his forest green eyes pop.

“What about you?” He asked softly as he sounded so relaxed by the mere touch of my fingers in his hair.

“Hmm, I don’t know about that long. I think whenever it feels right, I’ll be ready.” I told him, while lightly scratching his scalp. Groaning from the feel he began purring with delight.

“Stella, could you go wake your sister. Food’s ready.” Violet asked while popping her head into the living room.

“On it!” I told her while Benji lifted up so I could move. Giving some good stretches, I walked towards the stairs. I loved walking up the stairs slowly as mom put tons of pictures of all of us as little ones on the walls. Smiling at all the pictures, I finally made it to Freya’s room that was across from mine.

Softly knocking, three times, I walk in. The sight before me was adorable, as they cuddled so closely with the hallway light giving them a soft glow. Walking over, I turned the lamp away from them before switching it on. “Sis, time to come get breakfast.” I told her while gently rocking her shoulder back and forth.

Natsu’s bright green eyes flew up, the moment he saw it was me touching my sister, the intensity dimmed. Giving me a smile, he turned his head to whisper something in Freya’s ear. So softly I couldn’t hear a thing.

Seconds later Freya gave a big stretch, smiling widely before saying “I have to go to the restroom, then we’ll be down shortly. How was the movie?” She asked sweetly, while she sat up and pulled the covers off her legs before placing her feet on the floor.

“Ooh, you know I love watching Frozen. Every time I rewatch it, it’s like the first time over again.” I tell her as I give her room to get up. Natsu was already up, running his hand through his longer black hair. It was as long as Sam Wintesters off of Supernatural while my Benji had hair more like Superman’s, he usually has it all slicked back as well.

“True, this would be your tenth time watching it.” Freya said while digging through her drawer, she picked out light blue leggings and a white tank top. Since Natsu’s in the bathroom she quickly pulled her clothes off.

“When did you start not wearing a bra to bed?” I asked, worried she might start sagging.

“Since they grew to C’s. It's so uncomfortable.” She said while pulling on a light blue sports bra that matched her undies. Slipping on the rest of her clothes, she goes to the bathroom. Opening it up she says, “I’m finished, boo.”

Natsu walked out and caressed her cheek. It’s plain as day he’s in love with her, throats why I know he’ll never pressure her. When I found out they came up here to cuddle, with Freya always being so bold and crazy..I thought she was just going to throw caution to the wind. I even got mad at her, until she told me she’s waiting until she’s twenty or older. Freya never lies, even if it helps her. A wonderful trait passed down by our mom.

I hope she’s doing well, we haven’t heard from her in a month. Liam said it might just be because she’s enjoying their vacation, not to worry. So I haven’t..too much.

“Ready to eat?” Natsu asked her, while he boops her on the nose.

“Starving.” She groaned.

It was like I blinked then we were at the dining table filling our plates. Benji right next to me, filling mine. “Thank you, Benben.” I nuzzled his shoulder before lifting up my fork and began eating.

One thing I love about eating is getting to see all my family. Liam and his mates were at the head of the table feeding babies while trying to feed themselves. My triplet, Isaac, was deep in conversation with his mates

about something to do with space. He’s working to be a science or history teacher. Already reading senior books on the subjects, and a few college ones.

Lovey and Lulu were feeding their little ones while Sebastian fed them. It’s crazy how they both had twins, on the same day at the same time. But Lulu had girls while Lovey had boys. Kent always joined us and his mates, who were feeding their little ones. Eat holding one, eating and feeding between bites. They were talking with Sebastian about something to do with Kent’s truck starting to mess up.

Even though they own a castle, Em and her mates join us. Said it’s not the same with half of us living at the pack house. Like almost everyone else they’re feeding their little ones, talking, laughing and eating. Gravos was making silly faces at little Eleanor, which caused a burst of chuckles in the room. While Elisa rubs her swollen belly, holding Jamie and eating while her and Daniel talk in hushed voices as Jessie was fast asleep in his arms.

Mila’s mates each had a little guy in their arms while she rubs her swollen belly, all the while she eats and talks with Briella who’s also pregnant as of a month ago. She was doing what Sebastian did, feeding her mates while they held the little ones. This house is getting overrun by little ones, I thought mom was bad.

Looking around, I noticed Asher and Aurora’s seats were empty. “Where’s Asher?” Benji stiffened as dropping his fork. He grabbed it up again though.

“Umm, he’s at the base.” Benji said while looking at his food like it’s the most interesting thing in the room as his cheeks were now a soft pink.

“I’ll go get him, he’s probably secretly working out again.” Liam said while getting up out of his chair.

“I don’t think that’s the best action right now. Seeing as Aurora’s in heat and all.” Natsu said while raising his black eyebrow in an arch, holding Liam’s gaze.

I have no clue how he can even do that, he does the same thing with Zeke and he’s the king of the shifters!! Wait, did he say Aurora’s in heat!

“Now that does seem like a good reason for Asher to be away from the dining table.” Liam said while chuckling, he sat down and began eating now that the little ones looked asleep.

It’s true though, Asher loves food. You never see him not eating unless he’s training. So this was so strange, maybe one of us girls can go bring them something to eat and drink.