The party preparations were in full and Bella was supported by the party planner and her friend Lily.Bella flipped through the list, scanning the names with a raised brow. "Look, Lily, your 'charming prince' is on the list." She pointed at Kade's name with a smirk.Lily chuckled, rolling her eyes. "Please, Bella, stop teasing me."They continued sorting through the names until Lily's expression turned serious. "Hey, what about your parents? Are you inviting them?"Bella hesitated, her features reflecting a mix of conflicted emotions. "I wasn't planning to, but... their absence might stir up gossip in our circle."Lily understood the dilemma. "Yeah, it could become a topic for the press. Besides, your dad and Reid were close."Bella sighed, typing her parents' names onto the list reluctantly. "It's complicated. I don't want to see them, but it's still a social convention. They're my parents in the eyes of society."Lily nodded in understanding. "I get it. It's tricky."They shared a l
Kade reached out, running his fingers along Lily’s arm, sending a jolt of sensation coursing through her veins, while kissing her softly.She felt an intoxicating blend of excitement and apprehension, the magnetic pull resonating between them undeniable. The tension in the air grew thicker, palpable, wrapping around them like a silken cocoon.The scent of lust filled the air, and their bodies swayed like trees in a tempestuous windstorm. A potent cocktail of anticipation and arousal bubbled within them, threatening to burst forth like lava from a dormant volcano.He gazed at her, his heart hammering in his chest. "I want you, Lily," he growled, his voice rough with desire. "I want you now."She sighed, her body arching toward him, her breasts pressing against his chest. "Then take me, Kade," she gasped, her fingers tangling in his hair. "Fuck me hard."His breath hitched, his heart pounding wildly in his chest. "God, yes," he groaned, his voice rumbling with raw hunger. "I want to fuc
The clock in Kade's opulent mansion seemed to tick louder in the deafening silence of his thoughts. He walked through the dimly lit corridors, his steps echoing off the marbled floors. The house, usually a haven of solitude, felt unsettling tonight.He had just returned to his home from Miami and, as he entered the expansive living room, he poured himself a glass of whiskey, the amber liquid swirling in the crystal tumbler. He took a sip, the fiery liquid doing little to quench the burning turmoil within him. Kade's mind was a battleground of conflicting emotions.He walked to the floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a panoramic view of the city lights below. Leaning against the cold glass, he stared into the night, replaying the events of the evening in his mind like an incessant loop.Kade couldn't shake off the feeling of longing that gripped him when he saw Lily. The playful banter, the shared laughter—it was like a resurgence of something he'd thought he'd buried deep within. An
Instead of deciding, Kade remained in the shadows, wrestling with the complexities of his feelings. He watched as the lights in Lily's apartment flickered to life, a mere glimpse of warmth in the sea of darkness surrounding him.The city hummed with the residual energy of the New Year's celebration, but at that moment, Kade felt an unsettling stillness. The conflict within him mirrored the quietude of the night.As the tension reached its peak, Kade made an impulsive choice—he entered his car and told his driver to drive back, blending into the rhythm of the city's nocturnal symphony. The car glided away from Lily's apartment building, leaving the unresolved tension lingering in the air.The night held its secrets, and Kade found himself navigating the maze of emotions, unsure of where the path would lead. The unresolved chapter with Lily lingered like a specter, an enigma he couldn't escape.With the echo of fireworks still fading in the distance, Kade’s care drove into the city's la
Lily found herself caught in the relentless rhythm of her routine. Her days had seamlessly stitched themselves into a tapestry of predictability, a stark contrast to the once spontaneous soul she'd been. Everything had changed after the upheaval with Tony. That tumultuous chapter had etched an unexpected appreciation for stability within her, like a turbulent storm giving way to a serene calm.Bella’s Christmas party had been a whirlwind of laughter and warmth, yet within that festive chaos, Lily had experienced an unexpected twist. Kade, with his enigmatic charm and magnetic presence, had crossed her path and she surrendered again to their passion. She was blushing even now when she remembered how he lifted her dress and took her from behind against that couch, fucking her into submission. His touch, the electricity in the air between them, ignited a fire that flickered in her thoughts long after the party's end. It was a passionate encounter that left her feeling disoriented and con
In a whirlwind of urgency, Lily found herself darting alongside Bella, hastily jumping into the car. Aaron, the bodyguard, navigated through the city streets with precision, racing toward the hospital.As they arrived, Lily was ushered into the waiting room, a mix of anxiety and anticipation swirling within her. Minutes felt like hours as she paced back and forth, her thoughts consumed by Bella's well-being and the impending arrival of the newest member of their circle.Reid's arrival was marked by a sense of frantic urgency. His face bore the weight of worry, his eyes scanning the room until they locked onto Lily. Without a word, he hurried toward her, his demeanor a blend of nervousness and determination.In a whirlwind of motion, medical staff rushed past them toward the delivery room. Reid was quickly ushered into the inner sanctum, leaving Lily with bated breath and a heart heavy with concern.Time became an abstract concept as the seconds stretched into hours. Lily clung to the
Kade took off his shirt, revealing a muscular chest and abs.He grabbed Lily's hands and took them above her head, pushing her in the closest wall. His touch is gentle but firm, sending shivers down her spine. Lily gasps softly as Kade kisses her neck, moving lower. His lips lingered on her collarbone, tracing a pattern with his tongue. Lily moans quietly, her heart pounding against her chest.She can feel his erection pressing her abdomen and her body betraying her; her legs tremble slightly, her breathing heavy. She knows she should resist, but something inside her craves Kade's touch."Please," she whispers weakly, "please don't do this."Kade smirks, his eyes locked onto hers. "You know you want me," he says confidently, his voice deep and husky. He leans in closer, his lips brushing against her ear."I promise it will be worth it," he whispered seductively.Lily stares at him, unsure if she can trust him. She hesitates before finally giving in. "Okay," she whispers, her voice bar
The morning light filtered through the curtains, painting the room with a soft, melancholic glow. Lily stirred, her eyelids fluttering open, only to find the empty space beside her in the bed. A sense of longing washed over her, the reality of the dawn breaking through the haze of last night's memories.As she turned, her heart sank at the sight of the vacant side of the bed. A deep sigh escaped her lips, mingling with a wave of conflicting emotions. Memories of the night before flooded her mind, tinged with a blush that spread across her cheeks as she recalled the intensity of their encounter, the magnetic pull that had drawn them together until time seemed to blur into oblivion. She lost count on how many times she found her release.But with the morning light, the harsh reality descended upon her. Kade was gone.The realization hit her with a pang of heartache, the weight of disappointment settling heavily in her chest. The hollowness of the room echoed the ache in her soul, leavin