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A Dangerous Game

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last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-12-09 12:46:22

Mia stared at the rain outside her window, droplets trickling down the glass as her thoughts swirled. Liam's earlier touch still lingered on her skin, as if his hands had left an imprint on her soul. She could still feel the intensity of his gaze, the magnetic pull that left her shaken and yearning all at once. It was dangerous to let herself feel anything for him or for any of her stepbrothers. They were bound by circumstances she didn’t fully understand.

She sighed and pulled her towel tighter around her body, stepping away from the window. Her shower had done little to calm her nerves, and the solitude of her room only heightened the storm raging within her. Just as she was about to settle onto her bed, the door creaked open.

Aiden stood there, leaning against the frame like he owned the world. His eyes roamed over her with a deliberateness that made her pulse quicken.

"Enjoying your evening, Mia?" His voice was low, smooth, and utterly disarming.

Her fingers tightened aroun
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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Strong Enough

    Strong Enough The weekend arrived, and the mansion was as lively as ever. Aiden, Zander, Liam, and Matthew stood in the living room, pretending to listen as their father spoke. His voice was stern, cutting through the cheerful atmosphere that usually filled the house."This weekend, there will be no wild parties," their father said firmly, his arms crossed. “You have a little sister now, and it’s time to act responsibly.”The boys exchanged quick glances, nodding obediently. "Yes, Dad. We understand," Aiden replied with a convincing smile, though mischief sparkled in his eyes.Their father sighed, clearly skeptical but too tired to argue. “Good. I don’t want any trouble.”As soon as he walked out, the brothers dropped the act. Zander turned to the group with a smirk. “We’re still throwing the party.”Aiden grinned. “Obviously. What’s one party going to hurt?”Later that evening, Zander sought out Mia in her room. He knocked once before pushing the door open, not waiting for a respon

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Pancakes

    The morning light seeped through the curtains, bathing Mia's room in a soft glow. She stretched out in bed, her body still tense from the events of the previous night. Tarlose’s sudden declaration, Zander’s cryptic warning it all swirled in her mind, leaving her more restless than she cared to admit.A soft knock startled her from her thoughts. She tensed, unsure of who it might be.“Mia,” Matthew’s voice called through the door. “Breakfast is ready.”She exhaled in relief. Matthew was the only one who showed her even the smallest bit of kindness in this house. “I’ll be down in a minute,” she replied.After quickly getting dressed, Mia hesitated at the door. Her stomach twisted at the thought of facing Zander or Tarlose again. But she couldn’t hide forever. Steeling herself, she opened the door and headed downstairs.The dining room was alive with chatter. Aiden and Liam sat at the table, already halfway through their plates, while Zander leaned against the counter, a mug of coffee in

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-12
  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Unwanted Guests

    Aiden turned sharply on his heel, heading back into the house, his thoughts a tangled mess. He couldn’t stand there any longer, staring at Mia like some lovesick fool. He needed to clear his head, to remind himself that Mia was untouchable. She wasn’t just the girl his father had brought into their lives; she was also trouble waiting to happen.Yet, no matter how many times he told himself to stay away, his feet carried him to the kitchen where he knew she had gone.The sound of clinking dishes greeted him as he entered. Mia was alone, tidying up the plates left behind from breakfast. Her back was to him, her ponytail swaying slightly as she worked. The sunlight streaming through the window caught on her dress, highlighting the delicate material as it fluttered with her movements.Aiden swallowed hard, his heart pounding against his ribs.“You don’t have to do that,” he said, his voice startlingly gruff.Mia turned to him, her brows lifting in surprise. “I don’t mind,” she replied sof

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Target

    The pounding on Mia’s door grew louder, shaking her nerves as she stood frozen in place. She gripped the edge of her bed tightly, her breaths coming out uneven. The voice outside wasn’t one she recognized, and it only added to the sense of fear crawling up her spine.“Open up,” the voice demanded again, rough and impatient. “I know you’re in there.”Mia’s heart raced. Who could it be? Everyone was supposed to be downstairs, lost in the chaos of the party. She glanced at the door, unsure of what to do. Her instincts told her to stay put, but the pounding was relentless. Whoever it was, they weren’t planning to leave anytime soon.Her feet felt like they were glued to the floor as she whispered to herself, “Should I call someone? Should I scream?”Before she could decide, a faint noise from down the hall caught her attention. The pounding stopped abruptly, replaced by a tense silence. Mia didn’t dare move, her ears straining to catch any sound.The silence broke with a firm knock, diffe

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Protect her

    The knock on the door seemed to echo in the silence of Mia’s room, louder than it had any right to be. Aiden stood between her and the door, his jaw tight, his shoulders squared. He glanced back at her, his eyes dark with warning.“Stay back,” he said firmly, his voice low but commanding.Mia nodded, her heart pounding in her chest. She pressed herself against the wall, wishing she could melt into it and disappear. She watched as Aiden slowly reached for the doorknob, his hand steady despite the tension rolling off him.When he opened the door, a tall, shadowy figure stood on the other side. The man’s face was partially obscured by the dim lighting in the hallway, but his smirk was sharp and unsettling.“We’re here for the girl,” the man said, his voice smooth but laced with menace.Aiden didn’t flinch. His stance remained firm, his expression unreadable. “You’ve got the wrong room,” he said coolly.The man chuckled, a sound that sent chills down Mia’s spine. “Don’t play games with me

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Treasure of Step-Brothers

    Mia’s pulse raced as the cold air of the hallway pressed against her skin. She struggled in the woman’s grasp, her nails scratching at the iron-like hand over her mouth. Panic and fury coursed through her veins, her body twisting and fighting. “Stay still, little girl,” the woman hissed, her tone cold and biting. “You don’t know who you’re dealing with.” Mia’s muffled cries grew louder, her survival instincts kicking in. She stomped hard on the woman’s foot, hoping to break free. The woman growled in pain but didn’t loosen her hold. Instead, she yanked Mia closer, her voice now a venomous whisper. “If you want to live, stop fighting.” Tears burned Mia’s eyes, but her anger flared hot and untamed. She refused to be a victim. Summoning every ounce of strength she had, she threw her head back, striking the woman square in the face. A sharp curse escaped the woman as she released Mia momentarily. Mia stumbled forward, her heart pounding, but before she could scream, the woman gr

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    secret powers

    The woman stood in the dim light of the clearing, her expression sharp with frustration. She ran a hand through her hair, brushing away stray strands. “She’s not what I expected,” she repeated, her voice quieter this time. “Her powers are sealed, but if they unlock… it’ll be chaos. She’s a wolf, and there’s more to her than even she knows.”The man in the car leaned forward, his sharp features partially lit by the faint glow of his phone. “Sealed powers or not, we need to act now. If her wolf awakens, along with the rest, we’ll have more than a problem on our hands.”The woman crossed her arms, shifting her weight. “The boys won’t make this easy. Aiden especially he’s not just protective; he’s dangerous. Zander too. They know what she is, and they’re keeping her close.”The man smirked faintly, leaning back. “Aiden and Zander can’t protect her forever. Wolves may be strong, but they’re still vulnerable. Find their weaknesses. And the girl she has no control over her wolf, does she?”“

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-23
  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Matthew thoughts

    Matthew leaned against the railing of the balcony, his sharp eyes fixed on the dark woods surrounding the estate. The night air was cold, biting into his skin, but it didn’t bother him. His mind was far too busy to notice. Mia’s scent still lingered in the hallways, an intoxicating mix of sweetness and warmth that he couldn’t ignore. He hated how it affected him, how it pulled at the part of him he tried to bury.She didn’t belong here. She was too soft, too fragile for the chaos that surrounded their lives. Yet, she was here, and his wolf stirred every time she was close. His grip tightened on the railing until his knuckles turned white.The door to the balcony creaked open, and he didn’t have to look to know who it was. Her scent reached him before her soft steps did.“What do you want, Mia?” His voice was cold, clipped. He didn’t turn around.Mia hesitated, her hand resting on the doorframe. “I just wanted to talk to you,” she said quietly, her tone a mix of uncertainty and determi

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  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Aiden pov

    It was past midnight, and the mansion was eerily quiet. Mia lay awake in her room, staring at the ceiling, unable to shake off the turmoil in her mind. The events of the past days played over and over in her head the tension, the warnings, and the undeniable pull she felt toward her stepbrothers, especially Aiden. She felt trapped, both by the bond and her emotions. Her wolf stirred restlessly, craving something she couldn’t quite put into words.Meanwhile, in his room down the hall, Aiden paced back and forth. His wolf was relentless tonight, its voice loud in his head. Aiden leaned against the wall of his room, his arms crossed as he stared at the empty space in front of him. His mind was a pool of emotions, and his wolf prowled restlessly within him, urging him to claim what was his. The pull toward Mia was relentless, a tether that grew tighter every second she was away from him.He had spent the past days suppressing his instincts, trying to maintain control, but it was getting

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Mia's Wolf

    Mia woke up with a start, her breathing shallow and uneven. The room was silent, except for the distant hum of the house, but her mind was anything but calm. Her skin felt too tight, and the strange, throbbing sensation deep inside her was more intense than ever before. It had been growing over the past few days, this feeling. The pull of her wolf side, the primal force she could no longer ignore. It was there, in her blood, in the way her senses heightened and her heart raced at the slightest hint of danger or... desire.She dragged herself out of bed, trying to calm her nerves. The mirror reflected the same face she’d known all her life: pale skin, dark hair, soft, fragile features but her eyes. Her eyes were different now. Glowing. Not just the typical gleam, but an unmistakable intensity, like something wild was waking inside her."Mia," she whispered to herself, shaking her head. "Get it together."She didn’t want to accept it. Her wolf side, seductive and dangerous, had always b

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Knock

    The mysterious knock at the door echoed in the large, silent house. Everyone in the room froze. Mia’s heart raced as she glanced at her brothers, who were already on edge. Aiden stood first, his eyes narrowing as he moved cautiously toward the door. The tension in the air was suffocating.“Stay behind me,” he instructed, his voice low and firm.Mia clutched her chair, feeling the unease spreading through her. The door creaked open, and a woman stepped inside, her presence commanding attention. She was tall, with sharp, elegant features, and her piercing blue eyes scanned the room as though she could see through them all.“Who are you?” Aiden demanded, his tone sharp.The woman smiled faintly. “I’m Celeste. I come with a message, one that concerns all of you—especially Mia.”The mention of Mia’s name sent a ripple of tension through the brothers. Liam moved closer to her, his protective instincts taking over. “What do you want with her?” he asked coldly.Celeste raised her hands in a g

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Tension in the house

    The tension in the house was seen, hanging in the air like a thick fog. The brothers, who had been acting strangely distant and cold for the past few days, were now even more so. Their usual playful banter had turned into icy silence, and Mia couldn’t help but feel the weight of their coldness pressing on her. She tried to ignore it, but it was impossible not to notice. Every time she walked into a room, they seemed to freeze, like they were all hiding something, and no one was willing to talk about it.Mia had never felt more out of place in her life. She tried to find solace in the little things, but nothing seemed to help. The house, once full of warmth and comfort, now felt like a stranger’s home. The brothers, her stepbrothers, seemed more like distant relatives than family. They barely spoke to her, and when they did, it was only when necessary. Their eyes, once warm and welcoming, were now cold and distant. Mia wanted to ask them what was wrong, but every time she tried, they s

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Lord Victor coming back

    The news came early in the morning like a cold gust of wind through the tense halls of the mansion. The brothers and Mia sat around the dining table, the air heavy with unspoken words. Aiden, the eldest, read the message aloud with a voice strained by suppressed emotions: “Father and Sarah are returning in two days.” The words lingered in the room, thick and suffocating.Mia’s heart dropped. She glanced at the brothers, their expressions a mix of frustration and anxiety. Liam slammed his hand on the table, his jaw tightening. “Two days? That’s too soon,” he muttered, pushing back his chair with force. The sound of it scraping against the floor made Mia flinch. “We need more time."“There is no time,” Zander said, his tone clipped. He rubbed his temples, trying to focus. “We have to fix everything before they arrive. The house is a disaster, and Father cannot find out about what happened.”Matthew leaned back in his chair, his arms crossed tightly over his chest. “He’ll know,” he said

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Blood Stained Envelope

    After the attack villa is in ruined. Shattered glass crunched under Mia’s bare feet as she slowly moved across the living room. Blood smeared the floor, torn furniture lay scattered, and the metallic scent of blood lingered in the air. The sight of her brothers, battered and bruised, pulled at her heart. She bit back a sob, her chest tightening.Aiden was the first to notice her standing frozen. His shirt was torn, blood seeping through the material on his shoulder, but he still managed to force out a reassuring smirk. “Don’t look at me like that, Mia. I’m fine,” he said, his voice strained but steady.“You’re not fine!” Mia’s voice broke as tears slid down her cheeks. She ran to him, her hands trembling as she touched his arm gently. “You’re hurt, Aiden. All of you are. This…this is all my fault.”Aiden cupped her face with his good hand, his thumb brushing away her tears. “It’s not your fault,” he said firmly. “None of this is your fault, Mia.”Zander stood nearby, his expression ha

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Get out of here

    The air in the room was heavy after the stranger’s ominous departure. No one moved for a moment, the silence broken only by the faint sound of the door clicking shut behind him. Mia’s heart raced as the reality of his words settled into her mind.Ryker wasn’t going to stop. He would come for her, no matter the cost, no matter who got in his way. And now, her family was in danger because of her.Aiden was the first to break the silence, his voice sharp as a blade. “We need to fortify the perimeter immediately. No one gets in or out without us knowing.”Zander nodded, already heading toward the phone to call their guards. “I’ll double the patrols. We’re not taking any chances.”Liam turned toward Mia, his jaw clenched. “You should go upstairs. Stay in your room until we figure this out.”Mia stared at him, her frustration bubbling to the surface. “I’m not hiding again, Liam! This is my fight too.”Liam stepped closer, his eyes blazing. “It’s not your fight! It’s our fight to protect you

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    Fragile

    The alarm had barely faded when Aiden and Zander stormed outside, their faces hard with focus. The tension in the air was thick, and the growls of wolves in the distance sent a shiver down Mia's spine. Liam stayed behind, pacing the living room like a caged animal, while Matthew pulled Mia by the wrist toward a safer part of the house."Stay here," Matthew said firmly, his voice leaving no room for argument as he led her into the secure room on the far side of the mansion. The heavy door shut with a loud click, and he turned to face her, his expression serious."No, I can't stay here!" Mia snapped, her hands balled into fists. "I’m not some fragile doll you can lock away while everyone else fights. I can help!""You don’t understand," Matthew said, his voice softening but his eyes still stern. "This isn’t just about protecting you. It’s about keeping you alive. Ryker’s after you, Mia, and we can’t risk anything happening to you."Mia’s chest heaved with frustration. Her wolf was restl

  • Caged with Four Step Brothers    The Unwanted Visitor

    Mia slammed her door shut and leaned her back against it, sliding down until she sat on the floor. Her heart was racing, her lips still tingling from Liam’s kiss. She touched them with trembling fingers, replaying the moment in her mind. The way he had grabbed her, his intensity, the heat of his breath it was too much. She buried her face in her hands, her emotions a tangled mess.“What is happening to me?” she whispered to the empty room, her voice breaking.Her wolf stirred, urging her to embrace the connection she had been denying. But Mia shook her head firmly. "No," she muttered. "Mom’s happiness comes first. I can't ruin it for her."Her mother’s laughter echoed faintly in her memory, a reminder of how rare those moments of joy were for Sarah. How could she, Mia, take that away from her by giving in to the chaos her stepbrothers stirred inside her?She stood up, pacing the room like a caged animal. “I just need to breathe,” she whispered to herself, but the air felt too heavy, l

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