"Like you didn't want to fuck her? I saw the way you looked at her back then. Your expression was filled with irritation and desire. I'm sure that you'd stare at her the same way if she stepped foot into this estate right now." Felix laughed and a pained wince preceded." I have nothing for her. I am not attracted to her. Get out of the gutter."Felix raised his hands slightly in surrender and shrugged. "I hope she visits, so we get to see how unattracted you are to her, pimp."Lucian pressed his feet, causing his friend to yelp and cuss at him before he left the room, laughing.Nora had been in a coma for the past three days and Augustus was with her all through, working and trying everything possible to bring her back. He hadn't shut his eyes since the night he brought her here, neither had he stepped his foot outside of his mini laboratory. The only times he'd managed to sleep would be when he took a seat while waiting for results from one of his numerous experiments. He was stro
Her top got hooked around the door jamb and she closed the door. She muttered a curse under her breath and reopened the door before retracting the seam of her shirt. The hallway was dark, void of light and it gave Anna this sense of feeling; danger. Everywhere was still and she was sure that the only people in this building were her, Alma, Lucian and maybe Wendy. She reprimanded herself for being such a scaredy cat. Lucian's room was located two doors away from the room she shared with her friend. It was hard to see in the dark and she utilized her blind instincts to search for his door. Her hands felt the walls on either side of her as she moved. "You can't see in the dark, I turned off the lights on purpose."Lucian. Her heart raced at the sound of his thick baritone. The darkness seemed to heighten every of her senses apart from her sense of sight. She could feel her skin tingle with excitement, feel the butterflies at the pit of her belly, feel the way goosebumps rose on her sk
Lucian gave her a long kiss and she held onto him, returning the energy. When he freed her, she was panting. He stared at her, her lips. His eyes were filled with desire. "Goodnight, Anna."Lucian opened the door and they both went out. She walked to her room and he watched her enter before leaving the hallway."Lucian, Yesho arrived tonight. What do we do with the ladies crashing at your home?"Petl was the first person to recover. The bullet had been extracted from her body and she'd gone into her healing rites. Within a day, she could stand and walk around like she was wound-free. Now, she stood beside him, along with his cabinet members, exempting Felix who was still in the process of recovery. The head of the estate guards, Casey had felt the shift in energy around the portal leading to their estate and had alerted the whole estate through the use of The Bang. The Bang was a system of warning. Public warning. Mostly used in times of danger or when a water was about to break out
"You summoned me." A voice came and a small body materialized from the dark. Lucian groaned in exasperation and turned to glare at the Lamia floating before him. "I didn't. I said I was going to. I didn't!" The Lamia shrugged its tiny shoulders. "Well, I made things easier for you. You should thank me." " You wish." The Lamia cackled. Lucian was used to it, so he didn't really care. "What do you want me to do, master?"How long are we going to stay here?" Anna turned away from the floor to ceiling mirror she stood in front of. She'd been checking out one of the dresses Wendy had provided her. Alma's face was drawn, obviously stressed out from staying indoors for almost four days and her hair needed the attention of a stylist. "I don't know, Alma. We need to speak in whispers. I heard that Werewolves from another jurisdiction visited and they despise humans. We need to do as Lucian says for our own safety." Alma sighed and donned the duvet covering he
"Let's go back to the room, Alma. I don't think they'd be able to open this door. I think Lucian took the keys to this room and we're the only ones who can open it." " I'm leaving as soon as these people are gone. I'll go straight home with Felix and pick up all the things I have left in our apartment and take a straight flight to my home town."" At least, you have a place to go." Anna muttered under her breath. ★ Lucian's study had a tense atmosphere around it. Yesho sat relaxed on one of the cushions, a mug of brandy in his hand. Lucian sat cross legged on one of the chairs facing his desk. He'd turned the chair to face his cabinet members and Yesho. Aliyah, Alex and the rest of his cabinet members sat on every of the seats present in the room. One of Yesho's most trusted men stood behind the seat Yesho occupied. "We have no time, with the Omicron's impending visit. We would have cooperated with the government of America, but they don't seem to see the brevity of
Yes, I am. Leave." "Can you be fucking rational for once in your life, boy?!" Lucian ignored Alex and glared at Ahmad who was trying to pacify Yesho. "Uncle, let him leave. We can do this on our own.""What?! You're nuts, Lucian." Petl was fuming, raging mad. Lucian didn't care. "Do you know what I saw last night? Do you know why I've been warning you about that lady? You don't care, you're so clouded by your emotions and by the fact that you think I'm helplessly in love with you." " Petl…" Casey tried to pull her away from the room as everyone left, but she violently pushed him off. Casey raised his hands in surrender and walked out of the room, followed by Ahmad who shook his head at his nephew. "This estate will burn. It will burn because of Anna and you will regret ever taking her under your wings, you fool!""This estate will burn. It will burn because of Anna and you will regret ever taking her under your wings, you fool!" These words had been ringing in h
Felix was behind the door and Lucian welcomed him with a glare. "How are you here? I thought you still had a few weeks left before being discharged?" Felix frowned at the mess before him before replying to Lucian. "I'd prefer being locked up in a cell for three years over that place that reeks of disinfectant and old ladies hitting on me."Lucian barked out a laugh and fist bumped with his friend. It felt good to have Felix back by his side. Everything had been chaotic in his absence. It was a relief, really. "Why's this place messy? What have you done?" Lucian surveyed his study again along with Felix who stood by his side looking confused. "I found something. A book. I think it's going to help a great deal. Can you read and understand Greek properly? Koine to be precise." Felix rolled his eyes. "Crocodiles are herbivores." Lucian left him where he stood and went to his table, feeling suddenly energized. Maybe seeing his friend was the trigger. He w
"Petl, I made a grave mistake that night and I never want to repeat it. We had sex and I take the blame for using your feelings to take advantage of you." She hit his chest. Lucian leaned forward and pulled the door shut. He didn't want the walls hearing what they had to say. "You didn't take advantage of me! I wanted it the same way you did. It was mutual."Lucian shook his head. "It wasn't, Petl. It wasn't mutual. I didn't feel anything. I only wanted to satisfy myself and I made a wrong decision by preying on you. Please, can we not talk about this?" Petl sniffed and wiped her face with the back of her sleeve. "Is this what it is? Is this what it is? Are you going to pick that lady over me? She's human, remember? She's a filthy human. From a race you despise, remember?" Lucian nodded. His eyes were distant. "I am aware of that. It's not my fault that my wolf cries for her all the time. I didn't choose this.""Nora's awake. Oh my God, she's awake!" Petl, Lucian,
Lucian pulled off the white duvet that had been stained in blood and carried it off to the bathroom. The smell of blood filled his senses and he would have killed her right there I'd his father had not taught him the art of controlling his desire and need for blood. He could still hear her son's from the room and honestly, he wanted to laugh so hard at how petty she was being right now. By the time he returned to the room, Anna had already put on her panties and was standing before her wardrobe, searching for a dress to wear. He walked towards her and put his arms around her, pulling her back so she could lean back against his chest. "I honestly don't know why you're crying like this happened before a whole lot of people. It's just me and you and there's nothing you should be embarrassed over." "Okay." Was all she gave in reply. She pulled away from him and returned to searching for what to wear. "Oh, come on. Is that all you have to say in reply? I know y
"What are you doing here this late, Kevin?" A sleepy lady in an ivory night dress asked, rubbing her eyes. "Didn't you hear the explosion, Maya." Kevin asked weakly. "I felt the vibration. Wasn't that from the presidio of San Francisco?" Kevin shook his head. "It was from my condo." Maya gasped and immediately let him in, hurrying towards her bar to get him a drink. Kevin was so tired from the events of today. He flopped down on the sofa close to the bar so it was easy for Maya to get him a drink and pass it to him. He took the bourbon from her hands and gulped its content, squeezing his face as it burned his throat. "Thank you." Maya sat down on the sofa facing him. She pulled her night dress down her knees and when Kevin noticed what she just did, he raised a brow. "What happened? Tell me everything." Maya inquired. Kevin leaned back on the seat and raised his head to watch the ceiling. "A lot has happened. It's a really long story."
A Tesla model car cruised into a large condo gate that opened automatically. When the car came to a halt, Kevin stepped out, aware of the fact that the house was eerily quiet. He didn't hear the noise from his kids coming from inside the house. He sighed and took out his phone, stepping into the porch and using a voice key to open his door. It beeped but didn't open. Kevin frowned. He used his card instead. It still beeps, showing that it had accepted his card, but still didn't open. That was when he got a notification on his phone. Kevin stepped backwards and turned swiftly. The door to his Tesla opened, sensing his body heat and adrenaline rush. It cruised out of the gate and it had gone no further than the next two buildings before a blasting explosion was heard. He didn't feel the impact bodily, but in his heart, he felt it. He lowered his head and gave thanks to whoever was up there. He needed to get a very large and expensive gift for Maya for going agai
Anna was sick and worried now. She couldn't stop pacing about the living room. Casey and Augustus were worried too, but they were very good at composing themselves. Anna had woken up as early as six and had taken a trip downstairs when she didn't find Lucian in bed or anywhere in the room. Augustus and Casey were fast asleep on the couch, but she hadn't hesitated to wake them both up. They reassured her that he would soon return. Six was a bit early if they decided to book a morning flight. She wasn't satisfied with their answers, but then. Wendy came in an hour later, asking if both of the men had returned. Replies were negative, but she still had hope that they would return before afternoon. Anna had refused to eat breakfast. Any time she got really worried about something, her appetite always flew away into the thin air. Now, it was nearing evening and the whole estate was already aware of the absence of the Alpha and his Beta. Nobody was to leave the estat
"Hello, this is Georgina from Element 14 speaking. Mr Kevin has scheduled a date with you this evening by six pm. He expects you to wear a red velvet dress coupled with silver pumps." Maya was abashed. "Thank you very much, Gina. Relay this message back to him. Tell him that I will be absent. I have important things to do." Georgina, who was staring directly at her boss, bit her lip nervously, but nodded nonetheless."Alright, ma'am. I will return this message to him." Georgina dropped the receiver and cleared her throat. "She says she will be absent. She has important things to do. " Kevin sighed and rubbed his temple. He nodded and walked back to his office. When he got to his office, he kicked a glass vase standing beside the entrance to his office. His boot took the impact and cushioned whatever pain he was to have later. He was really frustrated. Maya was not picking his calls. He had called her several times today (though, it was just five times, it coul
There was a loud bang. Lucian jerked awake. The room was dark and the only light seeping through was from a 2x2 window situated above his head. He was disoriented for just a few seconds before he took note of his surroundings. Immediately, he whipped his head around in search of his friend. Felix was at the other end of the room snoring like he was a human who had drunk a barrel of rum. He was tied to a chair with a really thick jute rope and was unable to move. Even his feet were bound to the iron feet of the chair. Lucian bent forward. "Hey! Felix!" He whispered a scream. Felix didn't budge. He was still unconscious. Lucian decided to wake him using telepathy. He closed his eyes and tried to connect with Felix's mind. It turned out that he couldn't even connect with Felix's mind train. It felt like there was a barrier stopping him from connecting with his friend and when he looked around to find the source of the problem, there was none. Suddenly
Walter could walk on his own without the aid of a wheelchair or crutches. Though there was a limp in his movements, he could do just fine and the regular exercises he participated in helped a great deal. Walter was plotting. As he took power walks down the aisle that had been mounted in his node, his mind worked mach 5. He had never been this determined to bring something down his whole life. Nora would regret leaving him for another man; an enemy that he had sworn to kill. His doctor had left after taking record of his vitals and here he was, exercising his body and getting ready for whatever was to come. "I can see that you're in good shape, Walter. " Walter slowed down to a halt and turned his body towards the entrance of the node where Kevin stood. "Yes, I am." Walter replied, breathing heavily. "Can we talk for a few minutes?" Walter nodded and went over to the railing where his towel hung. He removed it from the hanger, wiped his face and pick
“Yes! I felt it. Look at your skin, olive. Not something Hollywood uses to artificially tan their skin. It's so natural. Your hair tells another story. Not American at all. You're mixed?" Lucian nodded and just as she was about to ask another question, Felix was standing behind her chair, one hand on her head rest and the other, on the arm rest of the seat. He gave the stunned lady a beautiful smile, took her hands and placed a soft kiss on it. "Name's Chase. What's yours, beautiful?" The lady swallowed. Her heart was beating real fast and she was having issues with breathing. "Nao— Naomi Sparks!" She stuck out her hand awkwardly. Felix, still with the seductive expression, smiled at her. "Nice to meet you, Naomi. You're really beautiful, I must say." The lady blushed beetroot red. "Thank you. You're not bad looking either." Felix placed a hand on his chest and closed his eyes in heartfelt gratitude. "Can we switch seats?" Naomi nodded i
Anna woke up feeling energized. Lucian was not on the bed beside her and she guessed that he had already left the estate for whatever meeting he had with the council. The curtains were drawn to let light in and when Anna checked the digital clock sitting on the wooden bedside table beside her, it read twelve twelve. She sat up and threw back the covers, gasping in surprise at how long she had slept. Wendy would have knocked on the door with breakfast in hand and that would have been two or three hours ago. Anna rubbed her forehead and sighed. Self conscious about her appearance, she walked to the mirror standing before Lucian's dress stand. Noticing that she was close to being naked in her bikini from last night, she squealed in horror and threw open his wardrobe in search of something to cover up her body. She did not want Wendy to find her looking like she had been savored last night. Lucian's wardrobe was filled with clothes and she pushed really hard before