Loving Ethan

Loving Ethan

Chapters: 29
Updated: 19 Dec 2024
Author: Gopikais
4.6

Synopsis

Starts from where the first book ends. Ethan De Russe is a lone wolf. He left his pack following betrayal from his own family. He never wanted to return but he still had his ties. Now, he was a vigilante. They called him dark death, known for his inclination to kill rogues and violent hunters. He was the leader of lone wolfs. They were not a pack, for they were sure they would never belong. Ethan never thought he would meet his mate. When he did meet him, he couldn't care less for those innocent eyes and hopeful face. Atrey saw his brothers build their lives and wished that he too would find his mate. Hoping for a fairy tale bonding and prince charming, Atrey was not ready for the reality that came stomping into his life. They say the devil who bedded him doesn't have a heart. He made the heart beats his lullaby. Come hell or high water, he was determined to make the devil his. He will not give up and will make the man smile even if it killed him. He was going to make a fairy tale out of the darkness that has become his life.

Werewolf Romance LGBTQ+ Mate Alpha Bad Boy

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chapter 1 – Life in Manovar | Loving Ethan

Atrey woke up and dragged himself down to the hall. He smiled seeing Viraat feeding Vir as Zal sat near them a smile on his face. He was so happy for them. Seeing Zal's sadness and missing Viraat was eating away at him. He beamed as he saw Viraat turn and feed Zal. Zal blushed a bit but opened his mouth as Vir clapped curled up on his father's chest.

He looked at the screech coming from upstairs. Hale was running behind Ira. She was wreaking havoc as she went and hid behind Iker and then Avadh before running off to find her bodyguard and father all in one. Vansh smiled as he caught her in his arms and lifted her up.

Hale was glaring at Ira.

"Go on, your calcium levels a really bad. Teeth and bones are very important for wolves, now come on," said Hale as he got to them.

"The big wolf also needs calcium. We will share," smiled Vansh and looked at Ira who nodded bobbing her head eagerly.

Hale held back a smile as his husband took the milk and fed their kid. Vansh will have to leave for his club's most glorious tournament in a couple of days. He can see the man soaking in his family's love.

Atrey was startled when he felt two people hit his legs with force. He looked down and smiled at his nephews, Jana and Carles. He picked them both up as they roared with laughter having surprised their uncle.

Avadh shook his head as he placed his arm around Iker who leaned on his shoulder. Jeev was running around with Tara as Kanwar sat on Riya's lap as Arav made him have food.

Ma sat on the sofa, smiling as she looked at her happy family. Atrey carried his nephews and then played with them for some time. He wished that he too had his mate with him.

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Hale was packing Vansh's bags. Hale and Ira always travel with him, but now Hale was pregnant. He was in his 8th month and Vansh did not want to risk their safety.

Ira was jumping on the bed.

"Two months and I will be back. It's not like I wouldn't be visiting. I will, after each match, Okay. I wish I didn't have to go at this time, but I - you know I have to do it," said Vansh.

Hale smiled fondly as he kissed on Vansh's cheek.

"You idiot, we will be fine. You are going to win this," said Hale.

This was important or Vansh wouldn't leave at such a critical point. This was the same tournament which he lost years back. This was the same where he was injured. The most prestigious cup in the football world after world cup and he even has the world cup under his sleeve, but the Champion's title was yet to grace him. His team, Kale Varrios (KV's ) has never won the title. They have always lost out in the semi-finals and the one time they did reach the final, Vansh was injured that he could do practically nothing for his team.

Vansh looked at Hale and Ira and hugged them tightly and dropped a kiss on their head and left.

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Viraat saw Zal packing their bags and sat down on the bed with Vir in his arms. He was yet to put down his son and his son was yet to leave his arms. Zal never left his side either. Viraat loved it. He was also sad that he made both of them insecure. So, he had planned a vacation with just the three of them, away from the wolf lands. He was taking them to a faraway land where he purchased a house for them. They will stay there for 60 days and Viraat intended to take more vacations with his family if Zal and Vir liked the place.

"Come on, let me help you," said Viraat as he dropped a kiss on Zal's hair and handed Vir to him. Zal took their son and his face was flushed as he did so. Even though it has been a month after Viraat returned, they were yet to consummate their reunion.

Viraat looked at Zal whose cheeks were red even as he got their son dressed.

"Zaleno"

"Alpha" he looked at Viraat.

"I have got you something, would you like to- ehm-" Viraat extended a box to Zal. He had bought it when he was travelling. He just felt the need to buy it for his Zal. And he would have given it to his beautiful mate even if things did not work out well for them.

"You don't have to say anything. I- I would totally understand. We can go very slow. I- " Viraat broke off when Zal took the ring from the box.

"I am sure we can wait to get married. There is nothing wrong with being engaged," said Zal.

Viraat smiled.

"Whenever you want," said Viraat as he took the ring from Zal's hand and wore him the ring.

Zal looked at Viraat and kissed on his cheek.

"Kissy- Kissy" mumbled Vir bringing them both out of the trance. Both blushed and the redness on their cheeks remained even as they did the rest of the packing and went down to leave for the vacation.

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Avadh was looking at Iker as he had Jeev in his arms as he made him have food. Jeev was notorious for not eating and Iker always takes him around the garden to make him eat. Avadh was dreading the day his sons would be grown up and will have to leave for their mates' place. For one, he can't imagine not seeing his kids and two Iker wouldn't survive a day without them in his eyesight either.

Maybe it was the fact that Iker was an Alpha who gave birth, his attachment to their kids was beyond what he has seen. Iker looked up and saw Avadh looking at him.

"That's creepy King," smiled Iker.

"Yeah, well, not my fault you get sexier and cuter in the father mode," said Avadh.

Iker's cheeks flushed a dark red color as he tried to glare at his husband but gave in and just looked away blushing.

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Atrey was happy, really. He was happy for everyone. he just wished his mate would come for him.

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chapter 2 – Vansh’s Ambition | Loving Ethan

Hale rubbed his belly. Things were well really. Vansh has been doing well in the league and he looked happy which was all Hale needed to see. Ira was asleep on his side. She is her father's girl and missed Vansh. The man is yet to visit though he promised he would be here after every match. He said they are practicing harder this time.

Vansh didn't have much time to talk either. He was practicing with all his might. He wanted to win this. He did miss Hale and Ira. But he will be going home soon. There is only a month more to go on and he will be fine.

Vansh looked up as the owner came in. He had his daughter with him. He has heard that she had rejected her mate. He felt pity because the mate's financial status played a role in her rejection. He thought of his Hale. His Hale, who did not care that he was a drunken mess and a no-good wasted man. He wished Hale was here. Lost in his thoughts he did not notice the woman coming closer to him.

"Hi, I am Selena," she purred.

Vansh's wolf growled in anger. Vansh tried not to laugh but nodded.

"Hello"

"It is not always that we have a prince among us," smiled the owner Karema Vancleve.

"I am player like any other sir," said Vansh.

"You are so humble for the person who is the King's first in command and blood brother," said Selena coming uncomfortably close to him as her father looked on indulgently.

Vansh groaned furiously, managing to not show his anger outwardly. She was a slut. It was written on her body language. He can't believe her father is encouraging her.

"Excuse me, I was just leaving," he said as he walked out.

He saw a small girl run after her father and thought of Hale. Hale's second pregnancy was unexpected. Vansh was scared shitless as they had the age factor against them. He has asked the healers to keep him updated. The only thing assuring him of Hale's safety was that he was with their family.

Deep in thoughts, he did not see a hand coming to rest on his shoulder. The smell was enticing but it was nowhere near his Hale's. Selena was smiling at him and he heard the camera's going off.

"Paparazzi" the fuckers. Vansh just shook her hand away.

"How can I help you madam?" he asked making sure that his displeasure was known.

"I will let you know," she purred again as she took off.

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Hale tried not to pay attention to the gossip rags. There were pictures of Vansh and Selena the boss's daughter. One was of her looking at him enticingly outside the practice area and the other was of them exiting a coffee shop. Hale was trying not to let it affect him. Vansh calls every day. They never spoke of the gossip rags. 

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Vansh was fuming. The bitch and her father had the audacity to get him papped with her again. He was not sure what their intention was. Karema had asked him to meet at the coffee shop and the bastard had excused himself halfway through leaving his drooling daughter with him. he was going nuts. He just wished the finals would come soon. But no, he still has the quarter final, semi and final. He was sure, they were going to get into the finals.

Vansh was growing tensed as Hale's delivery date approached.

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"Hey Hale"

"hey"

"What is wrong?"

"Nothing"

"Your healer said you are not having much food. He said you are- you are showing signs of withdrawal, baby what is wrong?" asked Vansh holding the phone close to his ears as he sat in his single bedroom, alone looking at a picture of Hale and Ira.

"Do you like her?" asked Hale finally.

Vansh froze. They have never spoken about the gossip. He did not want to stress out Hale and was sure that Hale would know it was all just gossip. Apparently, Hale thought otherwise. He was shocked that Hale felt the need to ask that question.

"Baby, she is the boss' daughter and an utter bitch. I have no clue as to how to shake them off my back. You should know by now that nothing in this world is important to me than you and Ira," said Vansh, wishing he was near Hale to hold him and tell him that Hale was like his own breath.

"Do you like her?" asked Hale again and Vansh was shocked that Hale was not believing his words.

"What's wrong with you hale. yeah, I like that bitch. Are you mad? Of course, I don't. Do I have to spell it out for you?" asked Vansh losing his cool.

Hale ended the call. Vansh regretted shouting. He was just so stressed out. Being away from them was hurting him and above that the doubt he heard in Hale's voice now, that hurt. They lost the match before the quarter final. Thankfully they had already qualified. Vansh did not perform well at all. He was too wound up.

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Hale felt bad for hurting Vansh with his words. He knew the words that left his mouth had not done Vansh any good. He decided to go and see Vansh. 

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Selena was running after Vansh. "You played well," she said grabbing his hand and raising it to her lips. He shook her hand away. "Come on, let you calm you down a bit," she said kissing him. He was too shocked for a moment and gaped when she tried to slide in her tongue and he wanted to puke. He pushed her away and was too furious to utter a word.

"Another time then when you are in a good mood," she smirked and ran off.

Vansh turned furious to see Hale standing there. Hale looked too shocked to say anything.

"What are you doing here?" asked Vansh. All he wanted to do was hug Hale but he was still furious. Hale's words were ringing in his ears throughout the match today and he was still angry.

"Did you see me loose. Are you happy now?" asked Vansh furiously.

Hale took a step back.

"I think I deserve an explanation for that," said Hale.

Vansh realised what Hale was talking about.

"Did you see me kiss her back? What is wrong with you all of a sudden? Did you come here to see if I am cheating on you? I am sure you will know if I had," said Vansh, still angry.

"Alpha- I "

"Maybe I should just have slept with her you know and there will be a point to all this shit I am going through now," snapped Vansh and he walked off to the team when Karema called. Once Karema had his usual rubbish talk Vansh came out regretting his words to Hale and looking for him. Hale has a key to his room so, he must be in there. But the room was empty. Vansh felt a teardrop slide down his eyes.

He had not even asked Hale how he is. His anger had ruled him and Hale has left.

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Hale cried himself to sleep that night. Ira was looking at him sadly. 

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Vansh went to his coach's room and asked him for permission to leave. In a few hours, Vansh was back in the palace. He spoke to the rest of the family as his eyes looked for Hale.

"We believe you Vansh. The healer was saying Hale is struggling because of the stress of the pregnancy," said Ma.

Vansh nodded and he went up. Ira jumped on him. He smiled and hugged his daughter. He had missed her like anything. He then looked at Hale who was asleep. Vansh smiled as Hale was wearing his shirt. He felt his eyes well up as he sat there looking at Hale. His fully pregnant tummy was rising and falling.

He dropped a kiss on Hale's forehead and slid into bed next to him.

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