Xander's POV

    "Yes. Mark me as yours." I knew mates got jealous, but it seems mine was such earlier. He must be touchy about what's his I thought, kissing his neck, hands on his waist. I bite down, sucking and nibbling for a few minutes until I pull away, pleased to see the flushed face before me. I bring him closer, inhaling his scent and smile at the suddenly shy male as his breath hitches.

    "I never thought you'd be my mate bad boy and that you're shy." I pull back to look into his stormy grey eyes, watching as he blushes more, mumbling something under his breath. Pulling him towards me, I teasingly nip his ear, a moan escaping his lips as he grinds his body on mine. "Ah ah ah. I'm still recovering from earlier, unless you wish to mate here for everyone to hear?" Hands grip my shirt as I sit down with him on lap, purring at the light kisses pressed to my neck and face.

    "You're such a tease, mate. I'm only shy when it comes to you." The sentence makes me tighten my grip on him, burying my head in his shoulder. A chuckle leaves my lips as I kiss the area I marked, hands going underneath my chest and exploring. They go up towards my hair after some struggle to get out from underneath my shirt, running through my hair. Biting back a moan at the pulling on my ponytail, I mark him in the same spot for payback.

    "Do that in the bedroom only love or else I won't be able to stop myself." I check my watch and sigh, about to move Blake, only to stop at the gyrating on my privates. "Tonight. We are mating tonight, my apartment. I suggest you to be ready to not walk for a few days once I'm done with you." The pressure stops as well as the pleasure and I give my mate a deep kiss, happiness swelling up inside me as my wolf practically howls along with. Forcing him to stop me from going, I persuade him with more marks on his collarbone, leaving a blushing and flustered mess.

    "You my friend, are too happy for words. You marked him didn't you?" I nod to Iris who gives me a knowing smirk. "You forgave him for earlier, since he was jealous of our relationship." Looking down to her I smile sheepishly, scowling at the swat landing on my right arm.

   "Hey! I am going to have a bruise from where you've hit me multiple times today. I hope you're happy about that!" Sarcastically exclaiming this, she grins widely in approval. "Of course you are. Why wouldn't you be?" I groan in response, walking to my apartment, arms looped with Iris's.

    "I wouldn't be your friend otherwise." She teases as I glare at her mockingly, admiring her ruby eyes and simple outfit consisting of short light grey jean shorts, a black shirt with Normal People Scare Me on it, black and white converse shoes, and a red hoodie like shawl with black skulls. "I forgot to tell you, I'm getting a new tattoo tomorrow. Do you want to join me? It's going to be our pack's symbol with the saying, 'Who said anything about having a normal family?' What do you think?" I laugh yet smile at the quote, suiting the pack quite nicely. I have been wanting to get another anyway, musing to myself as we ignore the strange looks from people passing by. Turning on the straight path north, we head east to the nice apartments, the scenery the same as the schools with more bustling people and noise.

     "I would love to. After last period I'm guessing?" Recieving a nod, I grin in anticaption. The black and white apartment buildings appear in our visual, the owner standing outside for a reason. "I didn't forget Molly. Here it is for the next full year." I dig in my pockets for the envelope, handing it to the red haired and emerald eyed beauty, nodding to her before heading inside.

    "The shop is Pierce's Pain. On the townsquare, three minute walk from school and ten minutes from your apartment." Bowing, I take her hand as she goes up the stairs, laughing as I follow behind like a butler and or guard. Fishing my key out of my right side pocket, I open the door with a flourish, bowing dramatically for her to enter. "You're such a dork X. What's the plan? Movies, anime, or music?"

    "Music this time around. I wanted to do a video with you and upload it." She looks to me, thinking, and nods. I close the door, looking over the dark red, black, and white furniture over a plush black carpet with a sharp black tv on the wall, gaming consoles and games stored neatly into black cabinets beneath the tv. The center of the room contains the tv with a red comfy plush couch, gold large bean bag, and matching white chairs with rose shaped floor lamps, pictures hanging up of family and friends. "It hasn't changed much expect the kitchen is more organized than last time and posters or artwork invaded my room along with a few pictures." I chuckle at her approving glance, watching her jump into the bean bag with excitement.

    "Have you finished your recording room then? It seems you're pretty serious about staying here for awhile until you find a bigger place that's affordable I mean." In the kitchen, I grab two waters and bottles of sour and salty condiments, heading into the living room. Putting the items down, I remove my bag and set it on the couch, getting out my recording equipment with ease to set up.

    "Not yet, but I will soon though this weekend. I have looked into some colleges and places near them, haven't found the one for me yet though. Oh and we are doing a challenge for BurningRoses, consider it payback for teasing me earlier." I side step her hit, finishing the set up with a smile and an enthuasatic "Let's get started!"

    "Before we start may you grab two spoons and plates, I will do my intro in the meantime." She gets up as an answer, flipping me off jokingly. Turning to face the camera, I sit on the couch, a bundle of energy as I grin wide at the challenge in mind. I press the record button quickly, double checking the software and placing the plates and spoons on the black coffee table, golden swirls and silver dots making star designs. "Good evening New York or wherever the hell you are! It's time for another challenge and song with my closest and best friend, Iris Belle! Please give her a warm welcoming!" I pull her into view as she smacks my arm again, making me wince. "Again?! Seriously? What did I ever do to you?" She scoffs and looks to the camera with a deadpan expression.

    "Never trust this guy, he's way too mischievous for his own good." I whine in the background, sticking my tongue out at her as I speak up from behind, exasperated. "I am not! Before we debate any longer, it is time for the song we will be singing. Drum roll pleaaaaase!" I look to Iris, eyes wide as she shakes her head no, smirking. "Tough crowd! Continuing on, this Youtuber performed this song before us and put time and effort into it. Go support him down below in the description! The Real Me is the song that was chosen to be performed." I give Iris a look as I exit the camera's view, going into my room for a brief moment, grabbing my dark brown guitar.

    "It will take a few times, but here are the lyrics. The time signature is four four time with a steady beat. Want to practice a few times? This will be extra bloopers for after both videos." I watch her mouth the lyrics, nodding absentmindedly to my suggestion. "Alright people, I'm left to entertain you for a bit till we get our shit together. The guitar part starts the song and the singers join in." I strum quietly, closing my eyes as I sing with Iris joining in at the exact same time. We share a look as we concentrate, the message positive yet solemn. The song is finished in four minutes as we catch our breath, a bright look in her eyes mirrored in mine. Nothing beats a music, artist, or writer high. We give a soft laugh, turning to the camera with a gentle smile.

   "We hope you enjoyed the song and remember to give a shout out to the original owner down in the description below! See you in the next video! Bye darlings!" Iris blows a kiss with me to the camera as I stop recording the video. Without a word we set up for the next one, grimacing as we taste hot sauce and mustard mixed together. The next hour is recorded as we joke and tease each other, food splattering against the uncovered skin which was very ironic.

    "How's it going everyone? Covered in food? Need help? We can help!" Jumping into view with food condiments and juices on us, we smile widely, arms at an awkward angle. Bursting out laughing a second later we put on our most serious face as the challenge begins. "And last but not least is the ultimate combo of all the horrible foods before us!" The fluids inside the bag forces me to not gag at the greenish yellow color with chucnks of food miraclously floating in and out of view. Iris gives me an evil look and smirks at the camera, putting a whole cup in the bag and sloshing the...food in it. She puts it in front of me as I get her a cup, making a face at the moist sounds as it's sloshed around.

    "Whoever backs out first has to get covered in the rest of the bag. The first who finishes drinking and or eating this wins and the loser gets the punishment. Begin." We each grab the cups, heasitating. Fuck it I think, taking a big swig of the horrible concoction. The slimy substance slides down my throat as I fight the urge to gag or worse, puke. I swallow the rest of it down begrudgingly, doing another portion of ghastly stuff. I look to Iris, almost laughing at her disgusted expression.

    "I am...not getting covered in this shit. Ugh." I state blandly, finishing another swallow. Three fourths to go, almost a half. The overpowering stench is the apple cider vinegar with the spiciest hot sauce and bad cheese. Taking a deep breath after sending a help me look to the camera, I hold my nose and drink/eat through the horrid chunks and slimy concoction. Before I lose my nerve, I force it all down and try not to throw it up finishing the last of it with a grimace.

   "Damn. I lost. I could barely get halfway done when I threw up. If you can hold it in for a few minutes, consider it an extra win for impressing me." Nodding at her, I close my eyes, almost bringing back what I had eaten as she passes the bag underneath my nose. I glare at her, lips quivering as five minutes tick by slowly. I gasp for air, thankful for Iris getting cold bottles of Jack Daniels. The taste breaks through whatever is left over as I sigh in relief.

    "Time for the punishment before you leave my dear. Hehe." I give a sly grin, leading her to the mess hall of my apartment. "Change into those and we'll be done. I'm meeting Blake here for the mating process."

    "Changed your mind real fast about him. It normally takes a few months before you like someone. Though, your mate is the exception this time." A red hue paints my cheeks as I nod, already excited. I position the camera carefully, retrieving the food from earlier with a wicked grin. "Three...Two...ONE!" I throw it on her before rushing out of the room, shutting it behind me.

    "DAMN IT X. LET ME OUT NOW." I nervously chuckle at her real threat, locking the door to be safe.

   "No. There's a shower up ahead to wash yourself off, I'll clean it up before Blake comes over." More cursing can be heard as the sound of water runs soon. I throw away the bag, cleaning up the food splotches, freezing as the door opens with a pissed Iris.

    "You owe me and I cleaned it up for you, the clothes are ready to be washed whenever." She hugs me, smirking as I squirm out of her grasp, wet from the dripping water.

    "Anything you want Iris. I owe you another day, go back home to dry off and be free of hell for now." I tease her, watching her scowl appear in an instant as she grabs her stuff and leaves. "See you tomorrow friend, I love you despite the shit we go through together." I gently smile sending a wink her way as she shuts the door with a similiar smile. Without a moment to waste, I sign in relief at the cleaned up mess room, grabbing my camera and the clothes. The laundry room was a secret area that I had found a few years ago when exploring. I imrpoved it and when I moved in, started using it. Going to my room, I move the wall after finding the hatch, revealing a pure white and gold color schemed laundry room. I put the clothes and necessities needed  before closing the hidden room, putting away the equipment and set up. I plug in the camera to my laptop, indulged already on editting the two videos as my phone goes off. Glancing at my food free skin, my heart beats at the message, instant desire plunging into my body as I text him my address and apartment number.

    Lover Boy: Hey love, I can't wait to see you soon. You turned me on so much from earlier, I had to take care of it myself. My 'friend' needs assistance and fast. ;)