Her Safe Place
Chapter 12

King Axel Pierce

Layla and I walked back to the house together. We had spent a few hours swimming before we got out. Layla’s clothing had been slpashed during our earlier battle and she was now wearing my t-shirt. I loved the way the fabric surrounded her, falling to her thighs. She carried her wet t-shirt and pants. I held her other hand that wasn’t holding the clothing.

We walked up the steps just as mom walked out. “There you two are! Georgia had told me you two had gone out. I was wondering if you two would like to have dinner with me and your father,” Mom said. She had a tendency to get everything out quickly, not really stopping for a breathe.

I looked at Layla. She nodded her agreement. “Sure, that sounds fun. Let Layla and I just get changed and showered first, then we can eat.”

“Perfect, I’ll get started on dinner right away.” Mom walked back inside, leaving Layla and I to follow behind her.

I turned to Layla, “are you sure you’re alright with this? We can hold it off.” I didn’t want to push her too much too soon.

“Axel,” She said, a slight scold in her tone, “I’ve already met your mother, and if your father is anyhting like you, I’ll be fine.” I smiled.

“Lets get you upstairs.” I swung her into my arms. She squealed and grabbed onto me. I felt relief that she was more light hearted and was becoming more confident in herself. She wasn’t so scared anymore.

I rushed up the stairs to our room before I deposited her in the bathroom. “I’ll take the guest bathroom,” I said. “Go ahead and get showered in here. Unless you want me to shower with you.” A smirk made its way onto my face at Layla's deep blush.

Layla scurried into the bathroom, leaving me alone. Quickly showering, I finished and walked back to my room. I stepped inside, noticing Layla was still in the shower. I walked into the closet and dropped my towel, grabbing some boxers. I quickly slipped them on before I heard the shower turn off. A moment later, I heard Layla's squeal as she entered the closet in nothing but a towel.

She was blushing a deep red. My eyes looked over her body. Water glistened on her skin and her hair stuck to her skin. She grabbed the towel tightly around her chest area, holding it to her. The towel reached just below her ass. She looked magnificent.

“Sorry, I didn’t know you were in here,” Layla said. She didn’t make eye contact and I didn’t like that.

I walked towards her and lifted her chin, “I like when you look at me.” I whispered out. I pulled her closer and into my arms, pulling her head towards mine.

I brushed my lips over her before a small whimper escaped her lips. My control snapped slightly. I kissed her hard. I pushed my tongue into her mouth and began to explore her perky little mouth. She moaned as she grabbed my hair, pulling me closer. She had let go of the towel. The only thing keeping it from falling, was our chests pressed together.

I groaned before I pulled back, “you’re killing me,” I said, leaning my forehead against hers. I breathed deeply but stopped. Her arousal flooded the air surrounding us. She was turned on? I groaned again. “Layla, I love you, but sometimes you make things so hard.”

Layla's blush had returned. “I-I’m sorry,” she whispered out. Though, she didn’t sound apologetic. I leaned in and gave her a gentle kiss.

“I better go before I lose my mind,” I said, grabbing my clothing. I moved out of the closet and quickly threw on the rest of my clothes. Layla would be out any moment.

I waited until she stepped from the closet. I had yet to buy her some clothes. Georgia had lent her some clothes,but she needed her own clothing.

“Hey, I was thinking,” I said, “maybe tomorrow I could take you shopping. You need some clothes and I want you to feel welcome and in your own clothes.”

“Thank you,” Layla replied. I smiled and grabbed her hand. I led her down the stairs and out the door. We would be having dinner at my parents house tonight. Layla stood close to me as we walked.

We arrived at my parents house a couple minutes later. “Welcome!” Mom said, hugging Layla. “I’m so glad you are here.”

We made our way into the kitchen where my father was sitting. Introductions were made and I pulled out Layla’s chair. I sat next to her and placed my hand on her thigh. Mom placed a pan on the table, followed by two more. “Lets eat,” dad said. Mom had made steak and mashed potatoes. I had no doubt that this would be s delicious meal. Mom’s meals were the best.

We covnersed easily as we ate. Layla answered any questions my parents had. I listened, making sure none of the questions would upset Layla. They asked about where Layla grew up and her plans for the future.

After we had finished eating, I helped dad clean up the kitchen while mom went into the living room with Layla. I could hear laughter coming from the doorway. “Shes good for you,” dad said, pulling my attention to him. I nodded in agreement.

“I know. She is too good for me,” I replied.

“Then be better for her.” My father wasn’t one to sugar coat anything. I thinks thats why my parents made such a good match. Dad didn’t beat around the bush, while mom tended to sugar coat somethings. “I know that Layla will be a terrific queen. She has fire for it.”

I had always known Layla would be a good queen, but dad’s insurance helped. After the kitchen was cleaned, I made my way into the living room. Mom was sitting on the couch next to Layla as they watched a movie. Layla was curled into a blanket, making her look even smaller. I sat next to her and shifted her into my arms. Layla didn’t fight as I put my arm around her. She snuggled into my chest and allowed me to rest my head on hers.

Dad entered and snuggled next to mom. We all sat in silence as we watched the movie. I knew it was one of my mother’s favoirte movies. I held Layla in my arms and I rested against the couch. I took a moment to soak in the moment, to breath in my mate.

A/N:

Hey guys,

I was looking through rhe book tiday and i realized that had changed Axel's mother's name. It was orginally Amelia, but it has since been changed fo Evangaline. Though, Layla calls her Eva. I will fix this mistake when I got back through and edit the book.

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