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A Hunt For His Queen Only for his eyes?
Biting on the almond cookies Chad's Mom sent for me, I kept my eyes set on the television screen. A shiver ran down my arms as the cold wind blew past me. Pulling at my old oversized sweater, I cuddled Romeo who slept soundly on my lap.At the end of November, it was freezing outside. The heater of my apartment wasn't working and I was saving money to fix that. But I will have to do that soon, otherwise the cold will bite me in the ass in winter.My gaze went to the clock for the umpteenth time. Five minutes left for it to be eight.The flutters in my tummy were going crazy. Heart thumped.Nothing was gonna happen. He wasn't going to be here. He had received my message. He knew very well I wasn't going to go anywhere with him or receive any punishment.After his short phone call last night, I sent him a message with a big 'no' in bold words. I didn't deserve any punishment. I didn't know about his rules, nor did I intentionally overheard his phone conversation. So he could take his
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen Creep!
Even though he was being ridiculous, it somehow managed to touch something deep inside me."So do as I say. Go and change, Sandra. Something that's modest."That snapped me out of the haze he created. "Modest? Do you think it's not a modest dress? I see no problem in it. I can wear whatever I want. And don't forget you were the one who brought it for me. So I'm not changing it."It was another thing that I cut half of it to irritate him. The buzzing of his phone took his attention. With him still so close to me, he saw the person's name on display. He hissed some Italian words under his breath. More like curses.Glancing up at me, he pinned me with his deadliest glare. "Go and change, Sandra. I won't ask twice."My instincts told me to step back from him, but I held my ground. Odd, but I somehow believed that he wouldn't hurt me. If he did, I had my fists too."No."A muscle of his jaw clenched. His phone buzzed again. Letting out another curse, he pressed his forehead against mine,
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen Time to return the devil's favor?
I frowned. I knew her.The redhead who bumped into me yesterday in the restaurant. How could I forget the look she gave me?But what was she doing here?With a blinding smile plastered on her face, she wrapped her arms around Duncan's neck, pressing herself completely against him. "Finally found you! I have been trying to meet you but you're always busy! But I'm glad you're here!"My eyes were glued on them, the way their bodies were pressed. My fingers tightened on my purse as I pulled my gaze away. And all of a sudden, I felt cold even if it was warm there.See, it wasn't possible that there wasn't any girl in his life."Arianna," Duncan said. Grabbing her arms, he made some distance between them. His voice held displeasure as if warning her.Her lips formed into a pout. "It's Anna! How many times do I have to tell you? Your calling me with my full name makes you sound like a stranger!""Is she bothering you again?" A smooth voice made me turn to the man walking towards us. With
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen I want you...
"We are here to dance. People are not gonna attack you here!" The place between my brows creased, eyeing the two black clothed men standing each side of me. They were not for him. They were there so that they could keep away the other people from me who were dancing under the dimmed lights, especially men. And it was ridiculous! "Not attack, but they're surely starting to pick a war against me by wanting something that's mine," he spoke through gritted teeth. Those hard eyes were set over my shoulder. I looked back. Indeed, some of the men's gaze was lingering on me.I rolled my eyes. "Placing men behind me won't stop their eyes.""Then I will just pull their eyes off their sockets!" he sneered, pulling me flush against him.My lips parted in bewilderment. This man was insane!"Just because they're ogling me, you can't pull their eyes off. You wear a cross, but your mind is full of aggression, Mr. De Sylvano."A smirk tugged at his lips. The dark possessiveness and rage flared in
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen Hungry and rough
I froze.My eyes widened like saucers.My heart stopped beating for a moment.But the way he devoured my lips with his hands wrapped around me like a cage, made my heart soon pound down my chest. Duncan De Sylvano was kissing me… the man I wanted and admired from afar for years.With our hot breaths tangling with each other, his hungry mouth sought for entrance while his calloused hands roaming over my curves. And I gave in, letting him devour my mouth.A grunt vibrated through his hard chest that sent a delicious shiver down my core. "Fucking mine!" Clutching at his collar, I sucked on his lower lip. A moan left me at his intoxicating taste. While my fingers got lost into his dark locks, he suddenly sucked on my tongue, sending jolts of pleasure through my veins like a hot boiling lava. I tried to match up with him, but his dominance and roughness in the kiss made me sag against him. Clutching my hair in a firm grip, he continued to devour every inch of my mouth like a man hungry
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen Animalistic fury
His dark eyes slowly filled with lust as he gave me a slow once over. "But I'm not at all. I have been watching you all evening. But when you ignored me outside, I thought it wouldn't be easy to woo you. But seeing your state, I guess I was wrong."Anger flared up in my veins. The smell of alcohol and cigarettes from him made me cringe. I hated the stench of cigarettes."What the fuck are you doing? Are you out of your mind! Let go!" I pushed at his chest, but his tall form didn't budge much. And when I tried to move away from the wall, grabbing my hands, he pinned them on both sides of my head."I'm out of my mind. Those sexy legs just aren't leaving my head. Now don't play so hard to get, beautiful. Someone had their chance, now I want mine."When he pressed himself against mine and started palming my inner thigh, something snapped inside me. Panic burst through my veins. A familiar dread filled my mind.I tried my best to push him away, but he was too powerful for me. "I said let g
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen The taste of her...
Duncan's POV "Harder!" Trying his best, he landed a punch on my jaw. It hurt, but not enough to make me even flinch. My lips curled up into a sneer. "I said harder!" Grabbing his neck, I aimed for his nose. A faint crack was heard. With a curse, he stumbled back, holding his nose. A fear flashed across his brown orbs as he glanced up at me. Drops of blood rolled down his nose that joined the sweat of his well built body. But not strong enough. Not enough to dissipate the volcano inside me. "Fight!" With my jaw clenched, nostrils flaring, I spit out. But he only took a step back. Fucking coward! Advancing him, I grabbed his arm before kicking in his gut. He tried to move away, but my blow was faster. One after another, my fist kept meeting his bloodied face. His grunts of pain and pleadings were music to my ears. His blood reminded me of that bastard back at the party. The bastard who dared to touch my Sandra. MY Sandra! My form shook with rage as I continued to make h
Huling Na-update : 2024-10-29A Hunt For His Queen His Highness?
Cassandra's POV The girl struggled in his grip, letting out choked coughs. Leaning in, he hissed out, "Next time, my hand won't be just around your throat. It will tear it off!" With that, he threw the girl on the ground, snatching a whimper out of her. "Uscire!" His deep voice boomed across the room. I flinched. That bulky man rushed to the girl who was in a coughing fit before he dragged her out of the door. I was frozen in my place. Due to the distance and darkness, I couldn't see the girl's face properly. Who was she? "You're snooping again, cuore mio?" My heart lurched in my chest. Turning around, he took slow steps towards me. Slow and predatory. Gulping, I took one back. Once the amber glow of the fireplace fell on his sinful features, a tiny fear flickered in me. Those dark icy blue eyes were aflame. The rage swirling in them demanded death. This man was dangerous. I licked my lips, snatching his attention to my mouth. Blue eyes darkened more. "I wasn
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A Hunt For His Queen Epilogue - part two
I took a deep breath before opening my eyes. Butterflies stormed in my stomach furiously while my heart raced down my chest. The music from the church and the chatters of people flowing to my ears made my palms clammy. "Are you nervous, Cassie?" Em asked. While my other best friend smirked at me. "I thought you were the most excited bride of the century. But it seems like, you're just like an ordinary girl like us too, soft and emotional." "Shut up, Beth!" I shot her a glare. "I'm not nervous!" I denied. Liar! Syl suggested we hold our wedding after the delivery, but I couldn't wait. I already waited for months before finally convincing Syl that I was healthy enough to go through all the arrangements. Growing up, I never believed in love and marriages. But now, after having him in my life, I didn't want anything else more than I wanted to marry that brute of mine. Somehow…it became my dream. To have him as my husband and tie us together for the rest of our lives. But now that t
A Hunt For His Queen Epilogue - part one
My intense glare didn't bring any changes to the man's stoic features at all. I tried with my puppy eyes earlier, but I failed. Now my glare was in vain too. The loud music blasted across the nightclub, colorful lights moved around. The beat compelled into moving the body. But there was no smell of sweat, perfume and alcohol like a typical nightclub should.Why? Because there was not a single person in this whole place other than the bartenders, the bodyguards outside and my freaking Italian royal prince, who stood before me! After being away from parties and drinks, being seven months pregnant, I had an intense craving to go and enjoy the night in a nightclub. But this brute wouldn't allow it! I knew alcohol wasn't good for pregnancy, but a few sips wouldn't hurt! My hormones wanted it. I knew how to avoid being careless. And he complied to my eager request, only to vacant an entire nightclub and remove all the alcohol from the place. Only music and juices were available. "How da
A Hunt For His Queen I love you...
His grip on my waist tightened. I felt him taking a deep breath against my neck, his entire form was tense. "Those guards you saw weren't our men, they were his. As we shifted to the villa, De Sylvano Mansion wasn't guarded by many guards. So it was easy for him to take them down and replace his men. And he did all of that the moment you sent me the message." The message? I remembered Vincenzo mentioning it. He had hacked my mobile and somehow stopped my communication with everyone. If not for Ron and the guards following me, they wouldn't have known where I was heading to. A chill ran down my spine thinking what could have happened if Syl hadn't arrived there on time. "That bastard had his men set among the guests in the wedding," Syl continued. "He was planning to attack while distracting us with his fake location. He knew I would send Ron and some of my men there to grab him and it would make it easier for him to attack. But when…" Dark icy blue eyes met mine. "When I left
A Hunt For His Queen Dead?
Blinding flashes sparked from down the stage from the darkness. Cheers and whistles made the night awake while the slow music urged me to move further. The spotlight moved with me as I walked down the ramp with the red princess gown flowing around me, my hair swayed gently with the whoosh of air. I walked with utmost confidence and a bright smile, while my heart palpitated at the dark gaze that devoured me from somewhere in the audience. Goosebumps spread across my skin with a pair of flaming eyes set on me like a predator. And then I found myself falling from the stage and wrapped into a pair of strong arms. Intoxicating masculine crisp cologne surrounded my senses. Dark icy blue eyes stared down at my amber ones with a look that made my heart skip. Suddenly I found myself in a nightclub, pressed against the wall by a furious Italian billionaire. His lips were inches away from me. "A kiss?" I heard myself whispering. The location again changed and I stood in the middle of a hall
A Hunt For His Queen Letting her go...
Blood ran cold in my veins. With a drop of tear rolling down my cheek, I stood there frozen. My heart slowed down for a moment before it started pounding against my ribcage. My hands shook at my sides realizing who was standing before me. Vincenzo Zolvesky.The man I was running from was waiting in my own house. My legs stumbled back, the cold doors hit my back, leaving me no escape. "You…" Words stuck in my throat. "W-what are you doing here? How dare you come to our house!" The side of his lips tugged upwards into a smirk. "Is that how you greet your guests, Miss. Brooks? Or should I say…Mrs. De Sylvano? That's the title Duncan De Sylvano used in that hospital after all." Something dropped inside me. H-how did he know what happened in the hospital? Did he…have someone to keep an eye on us? They were following us from the hospital? That's how they knew we went to the wedding. It explained why his men roamed among the guests hiding their identities. They were waiting for the ri
A Hunt For His Queen A trap of the enemy
Turning around swiftly, we found the two men who passed us earlier standing behind us, along with the tall man in the middle. Their guns were pointed at us. And the eyes of the tall man were set on me. A cold smirk tugged at his lips. My heart stopped. They were here for…me?Vincenzo's men. A panic started to rise inside me. My heart started racing. I thought they were guests…That meant…they were waiting for the right moment to attack, hiding themselves among the guests. How did they know we were going to attend the wedding? "Give her to us and we will let you go. Don't make it hard," said the tall man in a calm tone. "Step away or the consequences will be bloody," Ron hissed, one of his arms shielding me. "Carter! Call for backup!" he shouted to one of the guards. But before Carter could take his phone out, one of the men beside the tall one tackled him on the ground. And instantly, Ron shot him on the shoulder. A muffled scream left me as they advanced Ron. Gunshots star
A Hunt For His Queen Vincenzo's location?
Now? What happened all of a sudden?Ron suddenly rushed inside the church, nodding at Syl. His stance was tense, the guards behind him stood stiff. My heart started to race. Gripping my hand in his firmly, Syl took me away from the bride and groom. They gave us concerned looks but couldn't ask anything as guests surrounded them to congratulate the newly wedded couple. The stormy rage across Syl's features scared me more. "Syl, what happened? Why are we leaving so soon?" Before I could get an answer, Ron interrupted us. With his face hardened with determination and urgency, he had a grip on his gun. "Boss, my men just confirmed it. Vincenzo is there. They got together in that old motel for some meeting." My eyes widened. Vincenzo? They found his location? Syl's lips curled into a sneer. "It shall be the last meeting of his life. Did you instruct our men to take their positions?" Ron nodded. "Yes. As soon as they confirmed Vincenzo's presence there, they took action. They spr
A Hunt For His Queen A wedding or a disaster?
My heart stopped. I was…pregnant?A slight panic rolled in my stomach. I knew these pills weren't safe enough! My fear turned out to be true!W-what should I do now? I wasn't ready to be a mother. I didn't know if I could take the responsibility. What if I couldn't be a good mother…"Hey! It's fine!" Em grasped my hand. "Don't be nervous. Calm down and think about it. It's not as horrifying as you think it is. Plus, you will have to tell Duncan about it too." I licked my dry lips. "I…I don't know, Em. I…" "It's alright. I know it's overwhelming, but trust me, being a mother is the most beautiful feeling in this world," she said softly. "We're here for you, especially Duncan. You don't need to worry as long as he is with you." She hesitated before continuing. "But if you have other plans, then he will understand, I'm sure." A shaky sigh left me. Syl's words from the morning echoed in my mind. I knew he would be there with me no matter what. But I didn't know what decision I needed
A Hunt For His Queen Pregnant?
Morning arrived and I couldn't be more anxious and excited at the same time. I had stayed in our room the entire night talking to Beth and Em on video call, planning things for the wedding. Only at two in the morning did they say goodbye and left to rest. And my Italian stayed out of the room the whole night. Though I felt him wandering before the door a few times to check if I was alright until I fell asleep. My cold shoulder was taking a toll on him. A knock on the door resounded softly in the room. "Sandra? Baby? Are you awake? I've brought breakfast for you." I huffed. I wouldn't have opened the door if not for carrying on with our plan. Rising to my feet, as I walked to the door, a sudden dizziness hit me. Clutching the knob of the door, I held myself still and took a deep breath. Once the door opened, tired yet soft icy blue eyes greeted me. And my treacherous heart skipped a beat. "Good morning, mia regina." Placing the tray of breakfast on the small table beside t
