Taming the Beast novel Chapter 61

(Caroline's POV)

It had been a while since I'd been with Keegan. Between Aiden moving in and the kidnapping business, and the whole 'being in a coma' thing, Keegan and I hadn't been intimate in a long time. After I found Keegan huddled in a corner in my room and we apologized to each other, we made out on the floor for a long time. He was gentle with me; like he was scared I might disappear. I straddled his lap and kissed down his jaw. He smirked and kissed my head as his arm went around me.

"Let's go take a shower," he said softly. I smiled and got off of him. I walked into the bathroom and turned on the shower. I felt Keegan's hands slip on to my sides. He pulled on my tank top, bringing it up and over my head. I smiled lightly as I turned to face him. I pulled down his shorts and he did the same to me until I was completely naked. I put my hair up in a messy bun before I stepped into the shower. Keegan followed suit. I sighed in content as the hot water massaged my body. I let my eyes close as I felt a pair of warm lips on my shoulder blade. I giggled and turned to face him. His hands went to my lower back as he pulled me closer to him. I kissed him gently I felt him poke against my stomach. I moaned as he bit my lip and pulled my knee up around his hip. He held me up so I was straddling his hips. His hands gripped my butt as my legs wrapped around his waist. He turned and pressed my back up against the cold shower wall. I sighed and closed my eyes as his lips went to my neck.

"Keegan, I want you," I breathed. He growled and nipped at my neck. I gasped and my eyes shot open as he impaled me on his shaft. I moaned and completely relaxed on him. It was the first time we made love in weeks and it was every bit as amazing. By the time we were done, the water was frigid. We stepped out of the shower and I dried off. I giggled when I felt Keegan's lips against my neck.

"Have I told you lately how much I love you?" he muttered. I smiled and wrapped the towel around my body. He growled before ripping the towel off of me.

"You, sir, have separation issues," I giggled. He spun me around to face him. My giggles halted immediately. His face held longing and hurt. His eyes were completely black, and I wasn't sure what emotion was causing it. I reached my hand up and cupped his cheek in my hand.

"Being without you for that long really messed with me," he practically whispered. I was about to kiss him, but made a beeline for the toilet instead. I hunched over and threw up. I heaved until I could breathe again. Practically panting, I made my way to my sink and rinsed my mouth out before brushing my teeth. Keegan rubbed soothing circles into my back.

"Are you sick babe?" he aside softly. I sighed and took extra time with the mouthwash as I shook my head. After spitting it out, I walked back into my room.

"I've just been throwing up lately," I answered. It was true. I just assumed it was coma related. I couldn't have been more wrong.

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(Keegan's POV)

"I've just been throwing up lately," Caroline shrugged it off. Something clicked in my brain. The throwing up, the softer and faster heartbeat; it all made since. A big goofy grin made its way on to my face. I laid Caroline down on her bed before I pressed my ear against her stomach and just listened. It was there, as clear as day. Tears pricked my eyes as I smiled at Caroline. She only watched me curiously.

"Listen," I said happily. She did and then her face went to one of shock as she sat up. I sat in front of her and kissed her hands repeatedly.

"We're having a baby," she whispered. I nodded like crazy before I pulled her into a bear hug. I let out a happy chuckle as Caroline just tried to come to grips with what was happening. I pulled away from her suddenly.

"We have to do the title swapping ceremony tonight. With everything over and a baby on the way, it just seems like a good idea. My mom already has a dress for you and accepting you into the pack as Luna also kind of doubles as our wedding," I smiled and hopped off the bed. Caroline pulled her hair out of the bun and ruffled her hair.

"W-What about the council?" she asked hesitantly. I shrugged.

"I don't care. If they have a problem with my Luna, I will personally kill every last one of them. I'm sure the whole pack will jump to defend you as well," I said quickly. I pulled her towards her drawers and pulled out some sweat pants and a tee shirt. "Hurry, put these on. We're going to have to have the girls start on you now if we want to be ready by nightfall," I said, pushing the clothes towards her. She shook her head and took a step back.

"Keegan, this is all so... sudden. I don't think we should do this now," she said nervously. I cupped her cheeks in my hands and kissed her head.

"You're going to be great," I said softly. There was a knock on her door. Caroline took the clothes from me and quickly changed as I opened her bedroom door.

"What's all the excitement?" Aiden asked, walking in. I smiled.

"Title swap ceremony tonight... and we're having a baby," I said excitedly. Aiden smiled and rushed over to hug Caroline.

"That's awesome!" Aiden smiled. I growled and yanked him back as I stood in between him and Caroline.

"Mine!" I growled at him, my wolf coming out. Caroline only laughed and ran her hand over my shoulder.

"We should get going," Caroline said softly before she kissed my cheek. I stopped growling and smiled at Caroline. I took her hand in mine and Aiden let the way down to the car. By the time we pulled up to the house, everyone was waiting on us. I'd already mind-linked everyone I needed to. My mom was the first to greet us. She smiled and wrapped Caroline up in a hug. I only told everyone about the ceremony. I would save the baby news for later. My mom ushered Caroline inside where a bunch of girls automatically took over. I walked with Aiden up to Gregg's room where I would be getting ready.

"Are you sure about this?" Gregg asked when I was done showering and changing. I only replied with a glare as I tried to fix the cuffs of my loose white button up shirt. Gregg chuckled and pat me on the back. "Okay then," he said with amusement. My khaki pants were rolled up to my mid-calf and my feet were bare and my hair was slicked back. I was ready. I hoped Caroline was ready too. After everything, it all boiled down to this.

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(Caroline's POV)