Chapter 11: Home
All the guys from back home who were only supposed to be visiting for the weekend ended up staying for a week. They returned home the next weekend after the battle when all the excitement began to simmer and everything settled down going back to normal.
The only ones who remained in Spain with my family were Tristan, Luke Anya and myself.
Our remaining time in Spain was spent relaxing at the house, doing things with my brothers and dad, or fun activities with the pack. Last I heard Marco's been doing extremely well, it's like he's a changed man. Going home after recuperating from his injuries, he began running his pack the way an Alpha should. I've spoken to him on the phone a few times, but we haven't seen one another since he left.
Tristan gave me the 'ok' to speak to him on the phone and text one another. He thinks it'll be good for Marco to have someone to turn to in case he goes through a rough time again. Isn't Tristan just the sweetest thing since cherry pie? Wait, is cherry pie even sweet?
Summer was almost over and we're returning home in time for a big bash Tristan's parents are throwing in celebration for his twenty-first birthday. Not only will it be a party to celebrate his birthday, it's also to welcome us home as the new Alpha and Luna of the pack.
"Promise you'll come visit?" I mumbled with my face buried into Rico's chest as I fisted the back of his blue button up. I can't believe our time in Spain flew by that quickly. Where did the time go? It seems like yesterday when we first arrived, now it's time to go back home to Port Clyde.
The vibration from Rico's chest against my cheek told me that he was laughing at me! Narrowing my eyes I pulled my face away to glare up at my brother. There's nothing funny about this situation, I won't be able to go anywhere for a solid year once I become Luna.
We needed to stay put in order to adjust to all of our newfound responsibilities and duties. That meant no more vacations and goodbye to the mini getaways for the weekends. It's time to put on my big girl pants and become a responsible adult. Wah, I'm not ready for this.
"I promise we'll visit for all the major holidays." Rico said in his most reassuring voice as a smile tugged at his lips, trying to hold back his laughter. "We'll even bring Dad along." He said with a wiggle of his eyebrows. "You'll do just fine, you're going to make a spectacular Luna." Rico said giving me a kiss on the forehead.
"You really think?" I asked quirking my head a bit to the side as my face scrunched up in thought. Rico's a phenomenal Alpha, so a compliment in that caliber coming from him was mind boggling. Not unless he's just saying that because he has to since he's my big brother.
"I don't just think so Lise, I know so." Rico grinned giving me a wink. "You may not look like it, but you're one tough cookie. You truly are a Perez at heart and I have nothing but respect for you. Aside from you, there's only two other women in my entire life that I've known to be so strong and determined and that's mom and Mia."
Being the emotional train wreck that I am, I couldn't stop the tears that welled up in my eyes from falling down my cheeks. From all the things I've heard, my Mother and Mia seemed like some pretty amazing women and to be put in a category along side them was an honor.
"Aww no." Rico whined pulling me away from him by my shoulders. "Don't turn all soft on me now. You're ruining my favorite shirt." Rico joked trying to lighten up the situation, but I could see the emotions were getting the best of him too as he fought back tears.
I pulled away from the hug and pointed my index finger directly at Rico in a threatening manner. "You're to call me every day; no if's, and's, or but's." He just shook his head and chuckled at me. Next, I turned my attention to Lonso who stood there with the saddest expression, almost similiar to one of a small child who's pet hamster Spunky just died.
"And you Mister are to facetime or skype me daily." I sighed softly, wishing we either lived closer to each other or that I could take them along with me, but neither of those two things were bound to happen...so I had to settle for the next best thing. "I'm gonna miss you Lonso." I admitted stepping into his open arms.
"I'll miss you too short stuff." Lonso responded with the biggest bear hug ever. "You know, Rico may have responsibilities here, but I can always sneak over for a surprise visit here and there." He whispered getting me all excited. "Sounds like a plan." I murmured back turning my face to plant a kiss on my brother's cheek.
I had to admit I've gotten a lot closer to Lonso, maybe because it was less of an age gap between us or it could be his carefree personality, but I still loved them both equally. Closing my eyes I embraced my brother, god I'm gonna miss them so much! I'm so thankful they've become a permanent part of my life, I don't know what I'd do without them!
We already said our goodbye to my Dad yesterday night, he hated to see me go so he didn't want to be around to see me off. It made him way too sad, so instead he was out on the lake fishing with some friends.
He was more furious than hurt by Maria's actions, he took her death pretty well considering I was the one to kill her. Dad told me he never really loved Maria. He enjoyed her company and companionship, but my Mother was his true love and nothing could ever replace that.
Grabbing a hold of Tristan's hand to shake Rico apologized as pulled Tristan into a semi-hug. "I'm sorry we can't fly back to join you guys in festivities, but please know we'll be thinking about you both."
"Thank you so much for everything." Tristan smiled gratefully, "I know how busy you must be as Alpha so it's completely understandable, but we'll definitely celebrate again when you guys come to visit." I am so happy they all get along so well, it's nice to see the one you love getting along with your family. It spreads an unexplainable feeling of warmth throughout your body.
After all of our farewells to everyone in the pack the four of us climbed into the truck and a driver brought us to the airport. Staring out the window at the passing trees, I reflected on all the drama that occurred in the short time we spent here; talk about craziness.
The next time I come to visit my family in Spain, I will no longer be a member of the Manzanres Pack. I'm still royalty and will always be their Princess, but I'll officially be Luna of the Monhegan Moonlight Pack.
I woke up the next morning wrapped up in Tristan's strong arms, the steady rise and fall of Tristan's chest told me that he was still asleep. Not wanting to wake him up just yet, I laid as still as I possibly could. Trying my hardest to not get antsy and move around too much, I kept my face tucked away under his chin and my arm on top of his washboard abs.
Anya and I planned on going shopping today, I needed to get Tristan a gift and to be honest. I don't have the faintest idea what to get him. Tomorrow's his birthday and the celebration. What do you get someone who already has everything?
"What's wrong baby." Tristan's voice came out in barely a whisper causing me to stop breathing. How long has he been awake? How does he know there's something wrong with me? "I can sense your distress. You're body's all tense."
Tilting my head up to get a look at his handsome face, I led a trail of kisses starting on his neck, over the scruffy facial hair growing on his chin, then his cheek, until I reached his soft lips. "Morning, just here thinking of what to get you for your birthday." I admitted while shifting my body so that I could access his lips better.
"I don't want you wasting money on me baby, want to know what the best birthday present will be?" Tristan asked with a glow to his eyes. I couldn't help the perverted thoughts that crossed my mind, he's just so damn sexy.
"What?" I questioned curiously, playing along with him. "Me officially becoming Alpha and having you as my Luna...at my side forever." Tristan smiled crookedly. His hair was messy from sleep, but that didn't take away from his good looks.
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The cheesiest smile spread across my face as I bit down on my lip and stared at Tristan's perfect face. Taking the tip of my index finger I traced a line from his perfectly chiseled jaw all the way down his chest to the lines of his abs.
; Tristan's body shivered underneath the touch of my fingertip, his eyes stared at me hungrily causing my body to heat up instantly. There was a fire Tristan managed to ignite underneath my skin with something as simple as his stare.
It felt like he was searing my heart, branding it as his own. He should know it already belongs to him and him only. Tristan's jaw was clenched down tightly, like he was trying to maintain control over himself.
Using his hand, Tristan guided my face back towards his. Turning my attention away from tracing the outlines of his body with my fingertip. "You're so damn beautiful." Tristan stated with an adoring look in his eyes. "I love you so much, I wish I could somehow show you how much."
Of course being the pervert that I am, I got one thought in my mind and one thought only. "You can show me how much." I flirted playfully, but I'm pretty sure it came out as a failed attempt. I was never good at flirting or being any type of sex symbol.
"Mmm." Tristan groaned using his top teeth to bite down sexily on his bottom lip. Before I knew it Tristan rolled over so that he was on top of me, the bottom half of his body between my legs as he closed the distance between us.
We were in a heated make out session, getting ready to allow one thing to lead to another when what else but a knock sounds at the door. Pulling away and shooting a dirty look at the door, Tristan glanced at me with a raised brow. Basically asking if I was expecting anyone.
"I know you two are awake in there, I can hear your heavy breathing." Anya chirped in her sing song voice. "Now hurry up and get a move on Lise, we've got a lot to do today. We got to get an early start so save the lovey-dovey stuff for later." Her voice ordered through Tristan's bedroom door. Her and Luke slept on the pullout sofa in Tristan's living room area. Ah, what are best friends for, always interrupting me from getting my grove on