Aria I watch Lucas disappear through the arena doors, following Coach John like a goddamn soldier being called to duty. He doesn’t even glance back. Not once. “What the hell? Isn’t he supposed to come running to you first?” Mia sighs beside me, crossing her arms like she’s ready to march up ther
My stomach flips. “That’s bullshit.” “Well, maybe. But you did attack Vanessa, my mate. That’s a big no-no. But don’t worry, I’ll forgive you…if you beg.” “You’ve lost your damn mind.” I shove past him, but his next words freeze me mid-step. “Are you seriously dating the son of the man who kil
Aria I sprint to the deck of the ship like my life depends on it, legs trembling beneath me. The cold floor meets me hard when I collapse, and I let the tears come. The wind lashes against my skin, cutting deep, but it’s nothing compared to the ache clawing at my chest. My heart’s in pieces, shar
I shake my head. “No, it’s fine. I’ll be faster doing it myself.” Inside, the room is empty, thank fuck. But walking in hits me like a sucker punch to the gut. Memories flood my mind…the last time I did this, packing my things out of Ethan’s suite after finding him with Vanessa. Now here I am agai
Lucas The second I step into my suite, I feel like the walls are closing in. My hand scrapes down my face, and frustration claws at my chest. Goddamn it, that look in Aria’s eyes is gonna haunt me. Forever. “Alpha Lucas, are you alright?” Serena’s voice slithers behind me, her hand landing on my
Aria “Mia, I’m fine,” I lie, forcing the fakest smile I can manage while she wipes my face with her palm like I’m a goddamn toddler. “Let’s get you out of here. It’s fucking cold,” she says, looping her arm through mine like she’s rescuing me from certain death. I wipe my own face with my palm an
Aria Ethan plops onto his bed, arms crossed, watching me with that smug-ass grin. I glance around, taking in the room. The last time I was here, I was a mess…heartbroken and thinking the world was about to collapse. And then, that night... I met him. Lucas. Somehow, even Ethan’s suit is reminding
I’m walking fast, like I’ve got fire in my veins, when I smack right into Vanessa down the hallway. Perfect. Just what I need right now. "Watch where you're going!" she yells, clutching her head like I just ran over her with a car. I don’t even slow down. Don’t have time for her drama. She's proba
"And probably gunning for your heart too," Mia smirks. I snort. "Yeah, right." "Come on, Aria," she drags out my name like she’s personally offended by my denial. "You really think all those flowers were just friendly? The guy wants more. Lucas sees it. That’s why he stepped up and took you on a
Aria I manage to drag my ass to campus before noon, but damn, my body is wrecked. Yesterday was fucking great…I had the time of my life with Lucas…but holy hell, my bones feel like they got hit by a truck. I’m definitely walking funny, and I know people are staring. And, honestly? I don’t blame
Lucas The second I step into Sarita’s apartment, I don’t even make it past the couch…I just collapse onto it, completely fucking exhausted. She chuckles, settling into the chair across from me, her eyes practically dancing with amusement. "Damn, you look like you got run over by a truck." I g
"Lucas, please…" I whimper, already desperate. "No," he says. "This is perfect. I love how fucking desperate you are, how tight you get every time I slide in." I squeeze my eyes shut, biting my lip to keep from begging too soon. He’s got me right where he wants me…helpless, bound, at his mercy.
Aria It’s been over thirty fucking minutes. The vibrator is still buried deep inside me, buzzing mercilessly against my soaked pussy. My entire body is trembling, my breathing ragged. My thighs quiver, and I swear I can feel every nerve in my body screaming for relief. I’m losing my fucking m
I ache for him. I drip for him. And then he speaks. "If you really want my cock, Aria…" He peels off his jacket, his voice turning firm. "You’re gonna have to earn it." "What the fuck?" Lucas smirks, unbuttoning his shirt. "Get down on your knees." My pussy clenches so fucking hard I almost co
Aria We take the stairs, and Lucas stops in front of a door, punching in a code quickly. The lock beeps, the door swings open, and then he turns to me with that cocky-ass smirk. "After you, baby." He gestures inside. I inhale deeply, trying to keep my legs from giving out beneath me. I need him,
Aria Lucas doesn’t even acknowledge the man…just walks straight ahead, leading me to a table. He pulls out a chair for me. "Sit, baby." My heart flutters. He’s being such a fucking gentleman, and it’s wrecking me. "Thank you, baby." I sit, and he takes his seat across from me, picking up the
Aria Butterflies swim in my stomach as I pull a glistening silver gown from the bag. My mouth fucking drops open. "Holy shit." I run my fingers over the fabric, eyes wide. "This is so fucking beautiful." Lucas smirks, arms crossed, clearly pleased with himself. "Glad you love it, baby. Look i