The Claiming by Cooper novel Chapter 197

The Claiming by Cooper Book 3

Layan’s Return by Cooper (Jara & Mason)

Chapter 41

Mason

I’m still flying high on the information that Jara and I are going to have another baby when Elijah and Layan emerge the next day.

Jara is still at the other house with the kids when they come downstairs.

“Good morning, Alpha.” Elijah says, his arm wrapped around Layan.

“Good morning to both of you. Layan, how are you feeling?”

“Good, Alpha Mason, thank you. Jara left food and Elijah made sure I ate.”

Layan looks good. Her eyes are bright, she has a little color in her cheeks, and she doesn’t look scared or fearful at all.

“Well, Jara hasn’t arrived yet. She is feeding the twins and will probably be here within the hour. Do you want me to find someone to make you breakfast?”

She tilts her head to the side, giving me a funny look. “Don’t you remember my time in your pack, Alpha? I cooked every day.”

“My apologies, Layan. That wasn’t a good time for me. There’s a lot about that time that I try to block out.”

“I’m sorry, you’re right. I shouldn’t have mentioned it.” She says looking down, and Elijah pulls her closer, kissing the top of her head.

“It’s fine, love. Alpha just meant that he didn’t remember that you cook, that’s all.” Elijah looks at me over her head and I know that look. Even if that’s not what I meant, he wants me to ease his mate’s mind that she hasn’t upset me.

“Yep, that’s it exactly, Layan.”

“Well, do you want me to make you some breakfast too, Alpha? Jog your memory?” She asks.

“I’d love that. Are you taking my Beta with you, or can I borrow him for a bit?” I ask. I know how it is when you’re newly mated. You don’t want to be separated, even for a moment.

“You stay. I’ll make us some food.” She tells him.

He takes her face in his hands and kisses her more passionately than I would have expected so soon

She’s blushing when she finally pulls away. She glances at me quickly before ducking out of the room.

Elijah watches her go before turning to me. I raise my eyebrow at him.

“That was unexpected.” I say.

“She’s amazing. What can I say.”

“Take some credit for your role in that. You’re obviously giving her everything she needs to feel good, to feel safe.”

“My part is easy. I get to love her. She’s the one that has had to be strong.” He says.

“So, are you ready to go home and get back to work? And, you know you still have to answer to Jara, right?” I ask.

“Answer to Jara for what?” Layan asks, walking in.

Elijah is up in an instant. “Is everything okay?” He asks.

“Yes, I wanted to know what you like in your omelets.” She says.

“Surprise me.” Elijah tells her.

“I’ll take a surprise omelet too.” I say.