Saving Sarah (19 page)

Trevor laughed, and nodded, addressing Gavin. “I told you, it’s nonstop. But Nicole, she wins every time. I love it. She gets away with things us guys only
wish
we could.”

“Hey, watch it,” Ayden said threateningly, looking over at Trevor. Sarah caught his wink and the beginnings of a smile. Nicole gave Trevor a frown but turned back to the DVD player.

“This happens all the time,” Trevor whispered back to Gavin. “You should see it, it’s hilarious. Ayden always thinks he’s winning, but Nicole, she doesn’t put up with his shit.”

“Trevor, if I thought for a minute you were airing our dirty laundry, so help me, you’d be sleeping in the guest room.”

He turned to Nicole, his face instantly serious. “Who me? No way. What would make you think that? Gavin over there has no idea what I’m talking about, do you?” Everyone turned toward their direction. Nicole especially interested, with her hand on her hip.

“Seriously, I have no idea what he’s talking about,” Gavin said lowly.

“Good, he better not be talking behind my back.” She turned back around, and Trevor leaned forward.

“Thanks for covering my ass.”

Gavin’s jaw dropped as he shook his head confused. Sarah knew Trevor was joking. She’d only met him on two occasions, but both times he seemed to be goofing around.

“I heard that,” Nicole said, walking back toward the couch. “Gavin, don’t listen to him. He’s so full of shit sometimes. You couldn’t believe the things he’s told me that I completely bought into before he admitted to it being a lie.”

“What? I’m easing the atmosphere. That seriously freaked me out. The way Channing just disappeared like that, geez. I have money on that guy. If Tom can hide from him, he’s got serious skills.”

Nicole glared at Trevor. “We’re not going to talk about this, are we, Ayden?”

“No we’re not, not in front of the ladies, anyway.”

Sarah caught Ayden’s glare in Trevor’s direction. The movie began, and everyone watched, but her mind wouldn’t focus on the large screen. Thoughts swirled around her mind, and she couldn’t fight the growing anxiety. Would Channing find him? What would happen once he did?

 
Regardless, she caught herself laughing throughout the movie even though she couldn’t completely focus on it. Once the movie ended, she couldn’t help but feel a bit of relief. Even though she enjoyed the time she spent with her new friends, she still wanted to go home and be in her own comforting environment, just her, Devon, and Gavin. The thought made her sigh happily.

“Well, well, someone seems to be in a more relaxed mood,” Brandon said from the floor. His head rested against the arm of the couch, but his hand sat upon Evelyn’s leg. Her limp body was sprawled across Stephen lap.

“I told you she sleeps a lot. She was out within the first thirty minutes.”

Sarah looked at him quizzically. “Does everyone here know?”

“Yes, but she doesn’t
know
they know. Wolves can tell even before a home pregnancy test can detect it. Trevor, big mouth, told Nicole, but she promised not to say anything. Evelyn wants to surprise everyone after the ceremony.”

“Oh, okay…Really, wolves know that soon?” Sarah couldn’t grasp how that was possible.

“Yes, I’m afraid so. I’m sure Devon can explain it to you. We really should be getting Evelyn home. We have a big day tomorrow. She gets to trade her beloved sports car in for an SUV. She wasn’t too happy about it at first, but she knows she gets to drive mine if she ever feels the need.”

“We should be going, too.” Devon lifted her in his arms and placed her on the floor. “Thank you for inviting us. The environment was refreshing, believe me. It reminds me of Waco.”

“We’re glad to have you all here. I know how hard this must be on you,” Ayden said, suddenly getting serious. “Really, I
do
understand. If you ever want to talk, call me.”

“I will, thank you.” Devon shook his hand while Sarah gave Nicole a hug.

“Thank you for inviting us over. I had a great time.”

“Thank you for coming over. You
are
coming to the ceremony, right?”

Sarah looked at her men who nodded. “Yes, I believe we are. Congratulations, by the way. Is it going to be here in Corpus?”

“Thank you.” she blushed. “No, we’re having it in Sandia We thought the ranch would be the perfect location. The place is huge, and with as many people that are coming, it’ll work out great. It was supposed to be this Saturday, but it seems my dress isn’t quite ready and we’re going to have to delay it for another three weeks. It sucks, but everything has to be perfect.”

“Oh, wow, well, I can’t wait to go.”

“Good.” Nicole smiled. “I’ll see you then. Call me.”

“Definitely. If you need any help or anything let me know.”

Sarah waved as the men led her out of the door. Now she knew why Ev liked Nicole so much. The woman was great. She would have fit in perfectly with them if Sarah had known her before her men came around.

The wind blew hard against her face, nearly taking her breath away. Lightning lit up the sky off in the distance, and she shuddered when she realized it rested in the direction of the island. She never liked the rain. Something about the energy in the air always made her nervous.

Climbing into the middle of the seat, she waited as Devon and Gavin got in. They headed down the road, and she remained quiet while the guys went back and forth over what parts of the movie they enjoyed. She couldn’t help but notice how their moods improved significantly being around people they could consider friends.

As they neared the island, the sky lit up at the approaching storm. Sprinkles of rain covered the windshield while Sarah stared at the white line of the road, glowing from the headlights. The chatter echoed around her, but she couldn’t help getting lost in her thoughts concerning Channing and Tom.

The handsome vampire scared the bejesus out of her. She couldn’t even begin to image the power he was capable of. God help anyone who crossed his path. She had a feeling Tom wouldn’t be making it very far. He’d definitely messed with the wrong guy. Remembering him disappearing made her shake her head back and forth.

“You’re awfully quiet. Are you okay?”

Sarah looked over at Devon and smiled. “Of course. I’m just tired, that’s all.”

“Come.” Gavin motioned, lifting his arm. “Rest your head on me and close your eyes.”

Sarah cuddled under his arm while he wrapped it around her. She felt safe, secure, with both of them next to her. Just smelling his distinct fragrance up close, she could feel herself calm and relax. For the first time, she didn’t feel plagued by any memories from her past. As she drifted off to sleep, she’d never felt more at peace.

Chapter 17

 
The three weeks had come faster than Sarah would have ever imagined. One of her men was always with her when she went to work, but that was okay with her. Spending time with them was wonderful. They’d gotten into a routine and pretty much had all moved into her apartment until Devon’s house was finished being built. Waking up beside her men was something new she was getting used to, but definitely something she enjoyed.

Sarah pulled herself from her thoughts and watched, charmed as Nicole walked down the white carpet that was placed between the rows of chairs lining the outdoor aisle. The sun was just beginning to set, casting glows of orange and pink all around the trees surrounding the ranch. The whole scene seemed to come from a movie that hadn’t been made or one she hadn’t seen.

Everything was perfect. The flow of white silk billowed out all around the dark-haired beauty. Curls sat nestled neatly, piled high on her head, a few escaping down her back. The strapless white gown hugged tightly to her curves, showing off her perfect hourglass figure. Sarah couldn’t get over how beautiful she looked. She absolutely radiated with happiness.

Ayden and Trevor waited at the end of the aisle, on each side. Sarah had never seen Ayden smile so big. He looked gorgeous in the black Armani suit. The darkness of his eyes seemed to positively glow with excitement while poor Trevor looked so happy he could cry. His suit matched Ayden’s, and together, they took her breath away.

Both Gavin and Devon gripped her hands tighter while Nicole approached the minister performing the service. She held in the tears while her new friend faced both of her mates. Evelyn sat in the row in front of them and her sobs made Sarah’s harder to hold in.

Looking around at the nearly two hundred pack and friends, she noticed a lot of them were crying. Almost every female held some type of tissue, but some of the men were wiping their eyes, too. While they were getting ready, Devon told her of Nicole’s pregnancy. Sarah had been so caught off guard, she fell while trying to put on her pantyhose. Gavin had caught her, but not before her ass hit the floor. Between Evelyn and Nicole, she’d been bombshelled. But Devon informed her of Nicole already being two months ahead of Evelyn’s seven weeks, putting her at around fifteen weeks pregnant.

Devon made it clear that she wasn’t to tell a soul, not even Evelyn, although Stephen had probably already told her. With Ayden being alpha, her pregnancy had to be kept a secret from those outside the pack. The men weren’t chancing any rival coming along and hurting her or the baby.

With all the news of babies, weddings, and pack rules, her head was spinning by the time they pulled into the ranch. She wasn’t sure what she expected, but it sure as hell wasn’t the large two story house, sitting on land for as far as the eyes could see, plus some.

 
The minister’s voice drew her attention, and she watched as they repeated their vows and slid the rings on each other’s finger. Her heart swelled, and she watched as Stephen let Evelyn bury her face in his chest. Her sobs were so hard, her whole body shook. Tears spilled down Sarah’s face while she tried to control her emotions. At least Ev could blame hers on hormones.

“Are you okay?”

She looked over at Gavin. His finger came up, brushing a tear off of her cheek. The tenderness in his touch quickly made more fall. How could things have turned out so perfect? She couldn’t believe how lucky she’d gotten to have both of her men in her life.

“I’m fine. Weddings just…”

Cheers echoed throughout the large expanse of open space, and Sarah turned just in time to see Ayden sweep Nicole in his arms and dip her down to where she rested a foot from the ground. Her arms clutched to his neck tightly as his lips locked to hers passionately. Sarah burst into tears at the romantic display of their love. It wasn’t every day you saw something like that.

“Oh, honey, come here.” Devon embraced Sarah tightly while she fell into some type of unexplainable breakdown.

 
Cheers went up again, and Sarah looked up to see Trevor eying Ayden with a mischievous smile. His arms gathered under Nicole’s bottom so fast she squealed as he gently lifted her. A giggle passed her lips as she leaned in and kissed him for what seemed like forever. Ayden burst out laughing, and everyone rushed up to start congratulating them.

Sarah wiped her eyes and looked up. Evelyn stood staring at her, her eyes swollen and red. When they made eye contact, both girls began laughing. They immediately walked away from their men and wrapped their arms around each other.

“So when do I get to come to yours?” Sarah asked jokingly.

“The guys and I were talking about that last night.” Evelyn lifted her hand to show off a large diamond. Sarah gasped, bringing Ev’s hand closer.

 
“Oh my God! Ev!”

 
She hugged her friend tightly while Evelyn tried to quiet her. “Sarah, shh, I don’t want to take away from Nicole’s big day.”

“Oh, no one can hear us. So when are you thinking about having yours?”

“Soon, before I can’t fit into a dress.”