45. Epilogue

KALI

One year later…

I sit on the porch, gazing out at the tranquil Alaskan landscape. The trees sway gently in the summer breeze, their leaves rustling like a whispered lullaby. My skin tingles pleasantly in the sun's warmth, and I relish the freedom of being outdoors, unencumbered by clothes.

It's been a year since I graduated, and much has changed. The state-side operations of the Navarro Cartel are a thriving enterprise under the leadership of Matias and Thiago. Their ruthless ambition has earned them respect, and Taren is keeping everything running in Mexico with Alice by his side.

I've pursued my passion for architecture at a firm that allows me to channel my creativity in fulfilling ways. The work is challenging, but it brings me a sense of purpose .

And all the while, Matias has been there with me. Our relationship has evolved beyond the initial darkness and violence, becoming more complex and profound. The man who once terrified me now fills me with love and an undeniable longing.

As I sit here, I can't help but wonder about the future. Matias has brought me to this secluded cabin for a vacation, away from the cartel's demands for him and the architect firm for me.

I shiver, not from the cold, but from the electricity that hums whenever Matias is near. I know he could walk out here at any moment, and the thought thrills me. Our bond, forged in the crucible of captivity and violence, has become a lifeline. This connection defies logic and reason.

As I sit, lost in contemplation, I hear the creak of the cabin door behind me. My heart quickens, and I turn, knowing that Matias is awake.

The warm morning sunlight casts his muscular body in a golden hue. His dark eyes smolder with desire, and I feel my own body respond, a familiar heat pooling between my thighs.

His gaze is intense as he takes in my naked form, and I feel a tingle of excitement mixed with apprehension. We've explored this countless times before, but there's always an added layer of excitement when we embark on these "Nature holidays." Matias will push me to my limits and beyond, and I crave it.

"You look ready to run," he rumbles.

I stand there, feeling the rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins.

Matias's eyes glow with a mixture of challenge and desire, and I know what he wants. He wants me to try to escape. "So run."

I take off, my feet padding softly against the forest floor. The morning dew wets my toes as I dash through the trees, feeling the wind in my hair. I laugh, glancing back to see Matias pursuing me, his powerful strides easily keeping pace.

My breath comes in quick gasps as I near my favorite spot, a little pool with a small waterfall. I come to an abrupt stop when I see what awaits me: a blanket spread out on the grass near the pool at the waterfall's base. Rose petals and candles create a romantic ambiance, softening the rugged beauty of the wilderness. It's like stepping into a dream, a fantasy come to life.

Matias easily catches up, his strong arms encircling my waist from behind. "Happy anniversary, baby," he whispers, his voice thick with emotion. "I know we haven't been counting the days, but I wanted to mark this occasion—a year since you moved to Boston with me."

I turn in his embrace, looking up into his dark eyes, which always seem to see right through me. "It's beautiful," I murmur. "But why all this?"

He chuckles, his fingers tangling in my hair. "Because, Kali, you deserve so much more than I've been able to give you. You've endured my darkness, and I want to show you the light, too. I want to remind you that this world has beauty and tenderness and explore it with you forever."

My eyes fill with unexpected tears as his words sink in. It's been a whirlwind year filled with passionate highs. But in that moment, surrounded by nature's serenity and Matias's unwavering gaze, I feel a sense of peace.

It all happens so fast. One moment, I'm standing there, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the warmth of Matias's embrace. The next, he's dropping to his knees, a gleam of determination in his dark eyes.

"Kali," he begins, his voice steady but laced with an undercurrent of emotion. "Since I first saw you, you've consumed my every thought. You've brought light into the darkest corners of my soul, and I can't imagine a day without you by my side."

He reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small black box. My heart is pounding so loudly that I can barely hear him speak. This moment feels surreal, like a dream I never thought could be a reality.

"You've shown me a world beyond the darkness, and I want to spend the rest of my life exploring that world with you." He opens the box to reveal a sparkling diamond ring. "Kali, will you marry me?"

The tears that had threatened before now spill over, blurring my vision as I stare at the man before me. The man who had once been my captor, tormentor, holds my heart in his hands.

"Yes," I whisper, my voice breaking with emotion. "Yes, of course I'll marry you. "

Matias stands and slips the ring onto my finger. It's a perfect fit, as if it had been made just for me. I stare down at it, feeling a sense of wonder. This is real. I'm going to be Mrs. Acosta.

Matias cups my face in his hands, his thumbs brushing away the tears on my cheeks. "My beautiful Kali." He kisses me gently. "I promise to love and protect you for the rest of our lives. You're mine, and I'm yours, forever."

I pull Matias toward me, my hands tangling in his hair as I deepen the kiss. I can taste the coffee on his breath, and the sunlight dances in his dark eyes, but I know the wolf lurks beneath the surface. My wolf. The one who fuels my darkest desires and understands my primal needs. I crave that side of him, the part that goes feral and makes me feel truly alive.

"Be the wolf, Matias," I whisper against his lips, my fingers digging into his shoulders. "I want you to fuck me rough. I want to feel your teeth and claws. I want all of you."

His eyes darken, and I see the flicker of something wild and untamed. It sends a thrill through me, and I know I've unleashed the beast. His kiss becomes hungrier and more demanding as he backs me toward the blanket on the floor.

He pushes me down, and I feel the weight of his body on top of mine. His hands are everywhere, leaving scratch marks on my skin that only heighten my arousal. I cry out, part pleasure, part pain, as he bites down on my neck, marking me .

Then, he's inside me, thrusting hard and deep. The force of his movements sends shockwaves through my body, and I cry out again, this time from the delicious friction as he stretches and fills me. He sets a brutal pace, slamming into me with animalistic urgency.

"That's it," he growls, his voice hoarse. "Such a good girl taking every inch of my cock."

His hands grip my hips as he pounds into me relentlessly. The blanket does little to soften the hard ground beneath as he fucks me into it. I can feel my climax building already, an irresistible tide of pleasure surging through my veins.

Matias leans down, his mouth close to my ear. "You like it rough, don't you?" he asks. "You want me to breed your cunt and fill you up until you're overflowing with cum."

His words drive me to the brink, and I scream out his name as my body spasms around him. But he doesn't stop. He continues to thrust, drawing out my pleasure and pushing me toward another peak.

"That's only the beginning," he growls, his voice thick with desire. "I'm going to fuck you so many times today that you'll be spilling cum from every hole for the rest of our trip. You're mine, and I'll mark you as mine countless times until you're well and truly bred."

His pace becomes even more frantic as he chases his release. I meet his thrusts, our bodies moving in perfect synch, driven by our shared hunger. The world narrows to the feel of his skin against mine, the sound of our harsh breathing, and the heady scent of our passion .

Before I've even come down from my first orgasm, I feel another building. Our joint climax crashes over us like a wave, and he spills himself inside me with a savage growl, his teeth sinking into my shoulder.

At that moment, as our hearts pound in unison and our sweat-dampened bodies tangle together, I know that this is where I belong—in the arms of my wolf, in the heart of the wilderness, in a passion so intense and feral that it leaves us both forever changed.

Thank you so much for reading Wolf. I hope you enjoyed following Kali & Matias's story.