Chapter 4

4

Ruby

W as he being serious right now?

"I don't know, Jasper," I said slowly, my heart starting to beat hard at his request. "Are you asking me because you saw me talking to a pack?"

"I'm asking you to be with me because deep down, you know you're meant to be with me," he said. "If you have feelings for me, I can't allow you to go off with a pack you don't even care about."

"I do have feelings for you," I said, conflicted. My heart was torn between loyalty to my family and finding my happiness with Jasper. "But you don't have a pack. What if I go into heat?"

"I promise to take care of you," he said in a deep growl, conveying how serious he was. I bit my lip, thinking about the idea of running away with him.

My heart was beating faster with excitement at the thought. I loved spontaneous adventures like this, and this meant I wouldn't have to get mated to a pack against my will. The attraction between the pack and I was there, but I knew Jasper for much longer. And the thought of never seeing him again bothered me, and it nagged at my heart.

"I guess for a little while," I replied slowly. "I trust you, Jasper. "

"Good," he said, kissing my fingers one by one- his eyes dark with desire. My belly fluttered at the feeling of his searing lips on my hand. "Get packed and meet me at the car. We need to move quickly so we can get as far as possible before your intended pack comes back for you."

"Okay, this is crazy," I said, my heart pounding with excitement. He kissed me on the lips one more time, and I couldn't believe the sensation of his mouth over mine. My eyes fluttered closed, feeling his lips against mine until he broke the kiss.

"Get ready, honey," he murmured, and I nodded, biting my lip. As I walked away from him, my pussy trembled from arousal, but I was nervous about taking our friendship to a romantic level. I wanted to give Jasper a chance before committing my life to a pack I barely knew.

We were sitting in Jasper's car around ten p.m., and I packed as many clothes as possible into my little suitcase.

Jasper held my hand as he drove towards the security guards at the gate. Omegas were only able to leave the compound in the company of an alpha.

They let us go through it, and he turned on the radio while zooming down the roads.

"This is nuts," I said, smiling and leaning back in my chair as the wind whipped across my face from the open window. "We don't even have a plan."

"Your family would never approve of me," said Jasper gruffly.

"Well, maybe…"

"It's the truth, babe."

"My dad thinks you're the hardest worker he ever hired for the ranch," I protested.

"That's nice to hear," said Jasper, still not believing that my family would ever accept him as my mate. I wondered if I would ever be able to come back to my family after this. I would miss them, but it was time to work on myself and save myself from the fate my family determined for me.

"I can't wait to open a coffee shop in the human world," I said in thought. "I never thought about what I wanted to do since omegas are just supposed to have babies all the time."

"We're free from the constraints of pack life, baby," he said, grabbing my hand and kissing it. My entire body felt warm as I felt his nearness in the car while he held my hand protectively. I knew that my underwear was drenched by now since my pussy had been throbbing non-stop ever since we kissed. "Fuck, I can smell you baby."

"Oh, that's embarrassing," I said, immediately using my free hand to cover my lap while I clenched my thighs together discreetly.

"No matter what you do, I'll smell you a mile away," said Jasper, smirking. "I'm an alpha, and it's my job to make sure you are satisfied in every way. Your omega body will betray you."

"Oh," I said out loud, realizing I couldn't do anything about the ever-growing smell of candy emanating from between my legs even though I had a dress on. "Well fuck my life."

He laughed at that, "To make you feel better, my dick is hard as fuck. Why don't you see how eager I am for you?"

"What?" I said, my eyes wide. I've never done that sort of thing before.

"I'm kidding," he said quickly, and I could sense his embarrassment. At that moment, I reached down and aggressively unzipped his jeans. "Oh hell, babe."

He moved around, loosening his pants to help me free his length while he continued to drive. I bit my lip as I grasped his dick in my hand.

"You're definitely hard," I confirmed, squeezing his dick experimentally between my slim fingers. This was my first time officially touching an alpha's cock, and I stared at the pale bulbous tip already leaking. My pussy throbbed uncontrollably now at the thought of him ramming himself inside of me .

"You're going to get us into a car accident," he growled, clenching his jaw as I stroked him. I smiled to myself in the darkness as I gripped him tighter, rubbing up and down. "Fuck. Yes, just like that, honey."

Desire mixed with the thrill of making him come while driving spurred me to rub faster and harder. I knew he had perfect control of the car, and there was no way he would see me get hurt.

I unbuckled my seat belt and leaned over, licking the tip of his cock. He smelled like hay mixed with the sea. I started to breathe with excitement as I opened my mouth to take him in.

While we were at a red light, he reached over and stroked my ass over my silk dress. He squeezed my ass cheeks as I pulled him into my mouth.

"Keep going," he urged as he continued driving. Excited that he was getting into it, I sucked him harder, and he suddenly placed a hand on my forehead. "Stop. Ruby, I'm serious."

Feeling rejected, I released his cock and looked up at him while wiping my mouth with a napkin. He was quickly pulling his pants up and rolling down the window.

I realized with horror that more alphas on patrol were stopping us.

"What's your name, son?" asked one of the alphas.

I scrambled to right myself, feeling embarrassed that they might've caught me sucking off an alpha's dick while he drove. I was still horny, and I craved release as I watched Jasper pull out his identification card.

"Jasper, where are you going with this fine young omega?" asked the alpha cop.

"I just want to take her out on a vacation," said Jasper blithely. I bit my lower lip, trying to remain poker-faced as much as possible.

"Has she been claimed by a pack?"

"No."

"Ma'am, what is your name?" asked one of the officers.

My heart started to beat faster as I leaned past Jasper to answer them, "Ruby, sir."

He paused for a moment, looking at the screen in his hand. I wondered if he had a database of names in there and of omegas they were keeping captive forever in the compound. I started feeling like I might hyperventilate if I was stuck a minute here longer.

I closed my eyes, praying he would just let us leave.

"Alright, nothing seems out of place," said the officer slowly as he scanned our faces. I could smell Jasper's sweat from his nervousness. "You may leave, and here's your permit for a one-week vacation. Nothing more than that, or you'll be facing jail time."

Jasper nodded as he took the yellow slip from the officer. He quietly rolled the window up and started driving intently, looking straight ahead for the first ten minutes.

"Well, they let us go," I said, letting out a sigh of relief.

He turned and gave me a crooked smile, "For now, until they come after us. But I'll make sure we end up far away from here."

He turned on the music and held my hand as he drove. I leaned back, content but also nervous about our new lives. Suddenly feeling sleepy, I yawned and began drifting off into dreamland.

"Ruby, wake up," said Jasper. I felt him gently tap my arm, and I opened my eyes in the dark, not realizing I had fallen asleep in the car.

"Oh, where are we?" I asked groggily, looking around. We were in complete darkness except for the lights of the building before us. Looking at the time on the dashboard, I saw that it was four a.m. We had been on the road for hours.

"I made reservations at a motel so you can sleep properly," said Jasper. "I hope you don't mind. We're in the human world now. No packs."

"Oh shit," I exclaimed, rubbing the sleep from my eyes. Fleeting panic went through me. "What if my family finds out?"

"What's the worst they could do?"

"This is pretty much unforgivable to walk away from a pack meant to marry me."

"I'll protect you," said Jasper, holding my hand. His touch sent immediate flutters through my belly. "Why don't we go inside and get some sleep? By morning, you'll be able to think more clearly."

I yawned, "You're probably right."

While we walked toward the motel, I reached out to grab his hand. He smiled, kissing my hand.

"Can't wait until we get into bed together," he said, and another flutter of excitement made my middle throb with each step toward the building. "I want to feel your body against mine for the first time."

"I've dreamt of it for…years," I admitted, smiling shyly as I stared at the lobby after entering through the automatic sliding door.

"Good," he growled, squeezing my hand tighter, and I wished his hand was between my legs instead.

"Hi! How can I help you today?" asked the male receptionist, scrunching his nose when we got closer. I was mortified that the smell was coming from me. My omega scent was extra strong right now since I was reeking of arousal and dying to be with the alpha I've always craved from afar.

"I booked a room," said Jasper.

"Ah, one room with a king bed. Is the third floor alright with you?"

"Yes."

Oh moons . One room and one bed with Jasper. My thoughts were scrambled, and my breathing grew faster.

"That's some strong perfume," commented the receptionist, and my face instantly turned hot. Jasper turned to me and winked. He knew I was intensely horny for what would happen later between us. I hated the fact that alphas could sense an omega's emotions so easily.

"Oh, thanks," I said awkwardly, not sure what to say. I hurried away from the lobby to get to the elevator while the front desk person stared. As we rode the elevator together, Jasper noticed how quiet I had become.

"What's wrong, Ruby?" asked Jasper with concern etched all over his face.

"Nothing, I don't know what it is," I said, biting my lower lip. I was actually terrified of my first time being with an alpha in bed, but I didn't want to seem like I didn't like it- because I very much did like him.

He released the suitcases and turned to me, holding both my hands in his. "I'm not going to rush you. I've always cared for you, and I will continue to care for you. I will wait patiently, no matter how long it takes."