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  CRAVINGS

  Alpha City, Book #2

  Bryce Evans

  Copyright © August 2014 Bryce Evans

  Art and Logo Copyright © Bryce Evans

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  Edited by: Red Quill Editing LLC

  Artwork by: Jess Buffett

  Published by: Bryce Evans

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  This work is fictional. Any resemblance to real persons, places, or events is purely coincidental.

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  Table of Contents

  Blurb

  Dedication

  Chapter 1

  Chapter 2

  Chapter 3

  Chapter 4

  Chapter 5

  Chapter 6

  Chapter 7

  Chapter 8

  Chapter 9

  Chapter 10

  Chapter 11

  Chapter 12

  Chapter 13

  Chapter 14

  Chapter 15

  Chapter 16

  Chapter 17

  Chapter 18

  Chapter 19

  Chapter 20

  Chapter 21

  Chapter 22

  Chapter 23

  Chapter 24

  Chapter 25

  Chapter 26

  Chapter 27

  Chapter 28

  Chapter 29

  Chapter 30

  Chapter 31

  Chapter 32

  Chapter 33

  Chapter 34

  Chapter 35

  Chapter 36

  Chapter 37

  Chapter 38

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  About the Author

  Blurb

  Zoey Malone has it all. Her best friend is now her sister in law, and her partner in a new and thriving business, she’s treated like a princess by the members of her pack, and she’s found the man she wants to give her heart to in Kayden Lynn, Alpha of the Panther Pride. When business takes her to sunny Las Vegas and puts her in the path of Alpha wolf Johnny Ringo; she has to make a decision between the guaranteed security Johnny offers, and a deep soul-stealing love with Kayden.

  Forced back to her hometown, and hurt by the man who’s held her heart for years, she and the rest of the Malone Pack are threatened by outside forces. Will Kayden be the man she knows he can be, and come to her rescue, or will his pride put an end to their future before it starts?

  Dedication

  I would also like to acknowledge my mom who passed away a few years ago, she told me to follow my dreams and never allow anyone to tell me I couldn’t achieve it.

  Thanks to the love of my life, John, for making me a place to write and even took up the slack when I was typing away in my own world. You helped to make my dream come true. It may be a small table in the corner, but it’s my corner of make believe, where dreams do come true.

  Thanks to my beautiful kids who keep me grounded and drive me crazy at the same time. I love you all.

  A huge thank you to Bobbi Kinion who keeps me together and tells me to take deep breaths and it’s all going to work out.

  Also, Thank You to all of my Nite Stalkers who have stood behind me through out the good and bad times. Thank you, Bobbi Kinion, Kent Kinion, Kristina Galbert, Janka Dustan, Jerri Mooring, Amy Bowens, Lori Backfire Twardokus, Ronda Reed, Debbie Raddatz, Lori Engelbrektso, and Penny DeLoche.

  Thanks to the Bryce Evans Paranormal Society who have helped me spread the word of my books and keeps driving me.

  I would like to thank Red Quill Editing LLC for a great job. I can’t think you enough for helping me with all of my silly questions. Jess Buffett you did it again on another great cover.

  A SPECIAL THANKS to the REBELS. You know who you are.

  It’s a long road but it’s worth it!

  Chapter 1

  Zoey Malone sat at her desk looking out the window. The longer she watched, the angrier she got. Kayden Lynn, the Alpha of the Panthers Pride, stood outside her window and flirted with the one person who disgusted her the most, that bitch Jena Carnes. She could feel her heart breaking when Jena put her hand on Kayden’s arm, laughing about something he said. She gritted her teeth as she continued to watch the interaction between the two.

  He knows how much I hate her, and he knows this is my office window. So then…why is he doing this to me?

  She wanted to hate him now more than ever, but she couldn’t. Now Jena was a different story; Zoey just plain hated her. Her hatred went back to her childhood. The days she tried to forget.

  It wouldn’t have been so bad if only it wasn’t Jena Carnes standing outside her window flirting with the love of her life. This was the woman that had made her life hell growing up. During high school, Jena had long brown hair with big breasts, a great figure, and long legs. She was everything the boys wanted.

  Unfortunately, Zoey was the complete opposite. Her mother wouldn’t allow her to grow her hair out like the other pack girls. Her hair was cut into a bob style, and her mother refused to let her grow it out. Most of the pack had either black or brown hair with olive skin. Zoey had blonde hair and fair skin. Jena always teased her saying that she was adopted because she looked nothing like most of the children in the pack.

  On one occasion, Jena had stopped by her house to drop off a cake for her brother Ryder, and while waiting, she overheard Zoey arguing with her mother about her hair. Every chance she got, she used that information against Zoey and pointed out everything Zoey hated about herself. Whenever Jena saw Zoey walking up the hall, she would point out, in front of a crowd, her hair and undeveloped body. By the time Jena was finished, nobody wanted to go out with her in high school.

  On prom night, she went to the library so she didn’t have to see all the sympathetic looks her pack would give her. To make matters worse, Zoey was in love with her brother’s best friend and could never act on it.

  It wasn’t until she started her sophomore year that her mom allowed her to grow her hair long. That was the same year that her dad died from a rare form of cancer. After her mate died, her mom lost the will to live and died six months later leaving Zoey in the care of her older brother, Ryder. They loved each other, but the problem was that Ryder became overprotective and wouldn’t allow men to get close to her, thinking that someone might try and kidnap her in order to use her as a bargaining chip. She was already struggling with her self-esteem, but now the struggle was even worse than before.

  Zoey leaned her chair back and continued to watch Jena and Kayden. The blinds were open, but she knew she couldn’t be seen because no one could see in the window from outside. She was so wrapped up in her thoughts and the scene outside the window, she never heard her sister-in-law, London, come in.

  “Oh my God, what the fuck is that skank doing in front of your window? And what the hell is Kayden doing talking to her?” Before Zoey could say anything, London was banging on the window.

  “Go talk to the slut in front of your own damn window, Kayden.”

  Zoey sat in the chair, dumbfounded, until she realized that London continued to knock on the window and yell at them. She jumped up and grabbed London, dragging her back behind her desk.

  “London what…what are you doing?” Zoey could barely get the words out of her mouth. Her best friend in the whole world just banged on her window and yelled at the only man she had ever loved.

  “Oh my god! Do you think he knows that was you? I bet
he thinks it’s me. He...” Zoey sputtered with her hand over her mouth. They both pulled back toward the wall when Jena held her hands up to the window and tried to look in. Zoey and London looked at each other, then turned around and gave Jena the middle finger salute and laughed hysterically. Zoey knew that Jena couldn’t actually see through the window, but watching her try was funny, and they both hated Jena Carnes for numerous reasons.

  “What is he doing talking with Jena Carnes of all people?” London asked as she slumped into the chair.

  “Don’t know. I saw him get out of his vehicle, and then Jena ran over to him. Who knows what the hag wants. Well, I know what she wants; it’s what every girl in town wants.” Zoey whispered the last part not wanting London to say anything more about Kayden or Jena. She could hear the longing in her own voice, and it made her sick.

  London got up and went to Zoey’s side pulling her chair with her. “He isn’t worth it, Zoey. So many men have asked you out, and you continue to say no. Why?” London quizzed.

  “I don’t know.” Zoey hated the way she felt when it came to Kayden. She couldn’t shake the feelings that she was never good enough for him. She had huge self-esteem issues, and over the past five years, London had helped her with it, but it always flared up when he came around. Plus, she was a wolf, and he was the Alpha of the Lynn Panther Pride. She couldn’t imagine what would happen if they mated, and their kids turned out to be some kind of freak of nature. What was she thinking? She needed to leave the fantasy alone. Kiss it good-bye, Zoey, and go on with your life.

  “You know, you’re right, London. I’m going to start dating and have some fun. I deserve that. We just signed our first contract with the Landon Computer Company, and our company is finally on the playing field with the big boys. I want to let loose and have some fun.” Zoey smiled stiffly trying to believe what she said.

  “You’re right, Zoey. Kayden Lynn isn’t the only shifter in town who can warm your bed at night.” London teased.

  “London! You’re crazy, girl.” Then in a low voice, she said, “I’ve never had sex with anyone.” Zoey could feel her cheeks getting warm. “I’m kinda scared, you know. I don’t even know what to do. I mean, I feel stupid even saying this to you. You’re my best friend and all, but you probably think I’m a dried up prune or something. I’ve watched porn and stuff, but I’ve never been with anyone.” Zoey laughed aloud at herself. “I know, right? It’s stupid being this old and still a virgin.”

  London leaned forward with a scowl on her face. “Zoey Malone. You stop that right now, and no, I don’t think that. It’s wonderful and refreshing that you’ve waited to find the right man to make love with.”

  “Hell London, who said anything about making love? I want the deep down, raunchy sex. Love can come later. I want my first time to be with someone who knows what the hell they’re doing and wants to drive it deep.” London laughed so hard she fell out of the chair.

  “What? You know what I mean. I’ve heard you and my brother getting the dirty on, and you sounded like you enjoyed it. That’s what I want. I want someone who isn’t afraid to teach me...you know...dirty sex!”

  London gazed up at Zoey and shook her head. “Holy shit, Zoey. I’ve never heard you talk like that before, but I do understand it more than you know. In fact, I need to go see my mate next door. I think it’s time we christen his office.”

  London jumped up and ran out of the office. Zoey giggled as she watched London run past her window heading to Ryder’s office next door, knowing London would always have her back.

  “That’s what I want.” Zoey whispered as she stared down at her desk. She knew she needed help if she was going to make tonight a memorable night. “Donnie!” Zoey yelled out.

  Chapter 2

  Zoey pulled her dress down for the hundredth time. She loved the dress, but it showed more leg than she wanted it to. Damn Donnie! He had talked her into buying the dress saying that all the men would be looking at her, and she would have plenty of dates after tonight. Still, uncertainty crept up inside her. She lacked the most important skill a woman could have when it came to men, and that’s self-esteem.

  Tonight was the night. She had promised London that she would flirt and have some fun by putting herself out there and allowing everyone to know she is on the market.

  Zoey slowly opened the door to the Rusty Nail Pub. She had been here hundreds of times, but tonight was different. Tonight she was a new woman with a new dress and a new attitude. Only thirty seconds in the door, and she wanted to throw up. Everyone seemed to turn and gawk at her when she finally entered.

  Donnie ran up to her grabbing her hand. “Now, don’t you look slutty?” Stopping mid stride, Zoey looked up at Donnie panicked.

  “What? You told me to wear it. You said it looked good on me.” Zoey couldn’t help the hysteria coming out of her mouth. Her eyes widened, and her body went into flight mode, but before she could run out, Donnie got into her face whispering. Even over the music, she could hear what he was saying to her.

  “You look great, Zoey. That dress is fantastic and makes your legs look like they could wrap around a man’s body for days. So stop and listen to what I’m saying. Yes, people are looking at you. They are checking you out and liking what they see. If I weren’t gay, I would take you outside and fuck you on the hood of my car. That is what I’m trying to say.” Zoey stared up at her friend and couldn’t stop the giggles as Donnie’s comment sunk in. Then Donnie started laughing with her.

  “You whore.” Zoey snorted out.

  “You slut.” Donnie responded, as he broke out in a fit of giggles with Zoey.

  “What are you two laughing about?” London asked as she walked up to her two best friends.

  “Nothing. Just getting our little girl here in the right frame of mind.” Donnie looked down at Zoey. “Now, think like a wolf looking for their prey, and walk like you own this damn place. Let’s head for the table and get this evening started. Capiche, my little wolf?”

  Zoey nodded and pushed her shoulders back with confidence. As she walked toward the Alpha’s table, she swayed her hips provocatively. She could see people had stopped talking and watched her walk past, especially the men. The only attention she wanted tonight was not even at the table. He wasn’t even here tonight.

  She hated that about herself. She heaved a sigh and scanned the pub a little more looking for Kayden.

  “He isn’t here yet,” London whispered in her ear. Zoey shrugged trying to act as if it didn’t bother her as Nolan Banks pulled a chair out for her.

  “Now, now, what do we have here?” Nolan teased. “I don’t believe we have met yet, Miss?” Zoey smiled as Nolan acted as though she was a stranger.

  “My name is Zoey Malone, and what is yours, big boy?” Zoey teased, and then winked at him. Nolan was the best, and he made a tense situation into a bearable one.

  “Well Ms. Malone, how about we dance? With a dress like that, I think you need to be center of attention tonight. Well?”

  “Shut up, Nolan. That is my sister you’re talking to. I know you are going to say something, and it’s only going to piss me off.” Ryder interjected.

  Ignoring her brother, Zoey extended her hand to Nolan. “Well, kind sir, I would love to dance with you.” She did feel special as Nolan escorted her out to the dance floor when a fast song came on. The stars must have been in line because Kayden walked through the door with none other than Jena Carnes. He hadn’t seen her yet, but she saw him. Putting on a show, Zoey did things with her body that she didn’t know she had in her. Dancing at home in front of the mirror doesn’t count. Tonight was her night to shine, and make Kayden Lynn jealous as hell.

  ****

  Zoey watched as Kayden and Jena sat at the Alpha’s table. She could see Kayden look at everyone, but nobody was talking. All eyes were watching Nolan and her on the dance floor, except her brother, that is. He had his face in his hands. Kayden’s eyes followed their gaze, and she knew the moment he saw her. His eyes tur
ned bright green, and she could actually see steam come out of the man’s head. She laughed to herself because this was exactly what she wanted. His expression was worth every damn dime she spent on her dress.

  She continued to watch Kayden, even though he didn’t know she was watching him. He stood up mad as hell and thundered over to Ryder’s side. She couldn’t hear what he was saying, but he was pointing a lot at her and Nolan.

  Giggling to herself, Zoey felt powerful for the second time in her life. The first time was when she beat the shit out of Penny Sanders. This was the second best.

  Slowing down, the song turned into a slow one. Nolan pulled her body into him holding her close. “Did he notice?” Nolan whispered in her ear.

  Zoey acted as if she didn’t know whom he was talking about. “Who?”

  “Come on, Zoey. I have known you your whole life, and as soon as Kayden Lynn saw you grow your hair out in the tenth grade, he was smitten with you. He doesn’t talk about it, but we all know. Did he see your dance moves?”

  She was hesitant to answer him, but the look on Nolan’s face told her he wouldn’t let it go until she did. “Yes.” Zoey answered. “Is he pissed off?”

  Nolan twirled her around and glanced back at the table.

  “Oh yeah, he is good and pissed off now. Let’s see what we can do to make him even more pissed.” Nolan replied, and then flipped her backwards kissing up her neck.

  The growl could be heard over the music as Kayden stomped over to her and jerked her away from Nolan. “What in hell do you have on?” Kayden’s expression was angry, but instead of yelling at him, she just smiled and looked down at her dress.

  “You mean this old thing?” Zoey’s hands stroked down the short dress then looked around at all the men in the room. “I think it is doing exactly what I want it to do.” Zoey winked at the table of bears that were eagerly watching her.