Of Gods and Wolves by Amy Sumida Page B

large diamond. I inhaled and forgot to exhale for a second.
    “Breathe, darling,” Thor patted my back and I exhaled sharply.
    “ Thank you,” I said softly to Trevor as I put it on and admired the way the diamond sparkled. “It’s amazing, I love it.”
    “ I'm glad,” he flashed a look behind me and I felt Thor's hand tense on my back.
    “ I have something for you too,” I had to hit Thor to get his attention, he was focused so strongly on Trevor. “Thor, the gift for Trevor please.”
    He finally fished a box out of the bag and handed it to me. I handed it to Trevor, who smiled grandly and tore through the wrapping like a kid. Paper went flying, shreds of ribbon drifted to the ground. Did I say kid? I meant animal. Finally, the gift was revealed and Trevor made an exuberant whoop.
    “ Vibes and the complete season of Firefly ,” he held up the dvds. “How did you get Vibes? I've been looking for it forever.”
    “ I have my ways,” I smiled delightedly.
    “ Have you handled a machine gun before?” He asked with mock seriousness.
    “ Sure, lots of times in high school,” I smirked as I gave him the correct quote. “I was captain of the machine gun team.”
    “ Yes!” He laughed and punched the air. “And you can just call me Captain Tight Pants.”
    “ Now you're switching to Firefly , give a girl some warning,” I laughed. “He's my favorite you know. I love Mal. So sexy.”
    “ I'm more a fan of Inara myself,” he waggled his brows at me. “I love me a hot brunette.”
    “ If you don't lay off my hot brunette, you're gonna regret it,” Thor glowered.
    “ Oh but we can't die. You know why?” Trevor barely spared Thor a glance.
    “ Because we are so...” Trevor joined me and together we sang out, “very... pretty!”
    Thor groaned as I laughed. I finally had a partner in my annoying movie quoting.
    “These are the best gifts ever,” Trevor exclaimed. “I've never met anyone who's even heard of Vibes , much less could quote it.”
    “ Are you kidding me? I'd give you the finger but I'm too refined,” I said in my best Cyndi Lauper imitation.
    “ Oh man, I love you,” Trevor grabbed my face in both hands and planted a quick kiss on me.
    We pulled apart to find everyone staring at us in horrified fascination. Thor took my waist and pulled me into his side as I laughed nervously.
    “It's a movie from the 80s and an old TV series by Joss Whedon,” I shrugged. “I knew Trevor wanted them and they also happen to be favorites of mine, so...”
    “ How exactly did you know he wanted them?” Thor frowned down at me.
    “ I...” I started to frown as well. How had I known? He never actually mentioned it.
    “ It's a Froekn thing,” Fenrir said smugly. “Part of the bond. Trevor has become a part of her. She knows him as well as she knows herself.”
    Thor's entire body tensed next to mine.
    “The only way this can work,” I spoke softly but still had everyone's attention immediately, “is if all of you help me to make it work. I can't do it if I have to constantly mediate between you both. Now Thor has been very understanding, considering the circumstances, and I'd appreciate a little respect and consideration back. I didn't ask to be bonded with Trevor but it happened and I'm not sorry it did. You've all made me feel loved and accepted and I want the Froekn to be a part of my life but not at the expense of Thor's feelings. So please, no more passive aggressive attacks on my boyfriend... Fenrir,” I stared hard at him. “Or any of you,” I looked over at Trevor and his two brothers.
    “ Okay, little Frami,” Fenrir sighed, “I concede your point. My apologies, Thunderer.”
    “ Accepted,” Thor nodded. He'd begun to relax during my speech, his chest expanding, and a smile playing over his lips. “We all love her, Fenrir.”
    “ Yes,” Fenrir smiled resignedly, “we sure do.”
     
     

Chapter Nine
 
    When the music started, the wolves stood and immediately went to the