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Big Betrayal

Penulis: Tionne Wiggett
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-12-10 16:23:44

The footsteps were heavy, deliberate. Sasha’s heart pounded in her chest as she pressed herself against the wall, trying to steady her breathing. Alex was already at the door, his body taut and ready for a fight, while Ethan flanked him, sword at the ready.

The door creaked open slowly, revealing a figure shrouded in darkness. For a moment, the tension in the room was suffocating, each second stretching into eternity.

“Who’s there?” Alex demanded, his voice sharp and commanding.

The figure stepped forward, and the flickering light revealed a familiar face.

“Marcus?” Sasha’s voice trembled with shock.

Alex stiffened, his golden eyes narrowing. “You shouldn’t be here.”

Marcus raised his hands in mock surrender, a sly smile curling his lips. “Is that any way to greet an old friend?”

“You’re no friend of mine,” Alex growled, his fists clenched.

Sasha’s eyes darted between them, confusion and unease growing. “What’s going on? How do you know him?”

Marcus’s gaze shifted to her, his smile wi
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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Meeting Lilith

    The storm outside mirrored the chaos in Sasha’s heart. Rain lashed against the windows of the estate as thunder roared across the sky, each strike rattling the glass. She sat on the edge of her bed, staring at her trembling hands. The fire Marcus had spoken of—it wasn’t just a metaphor. She could feel it coursing through her veins, a dangerous, volatile energy that threatened to consume her.Sasha wasn’t sure how long she’d been sitting there when the door opened, and Ethan walked in. His expression was softer than usual, the usual sharpness of his features dulled by something Sasha couldn’t place—was it regret? Guilt?“You shouldn’t be alone,” he said, his voice barely audible over the storm.“I’m always alone,” Sasha muttered, not looking up.Ethan crossed the room and knelt in front of her, his presence grounding her despite the turmoil within. “That’s not true,” he said. “You’ve got me. You’ve got Alex.”At the mention of Alex, Sasha’s throat tightened. The memory of his hesitatio

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Baptised by fire

    Sasha barely had time to register Marcus’s words before a wave of intruders stormed into the lodge. They were an odd mix—humans, wolves, and something darker. Their eyes glowed crimson in the dim light, their snarls feral, and their movements unnervingly fast.Ethan grabbed Sasha’s arm, yanking her behind him as Alex dove into action. He shifted mid-leap, his wolf form tearing into one of the attackers with lethal precision. Blood sprayed across the lodge’s wooden floors as Marcus stood calmly at the center of the chaos, watching like a predator biding his time.“Who are they?” Sasha yelled over the din.“Shadowborn,” Marcus said, his tone almost amused. “Lilith’s personal soldiers. Looks like she’s eager to make her next move.”Ethan cursed under his breath. “Sasha, stay behind me!”But Sasha wasn’t the same woman who had stumbled into the world of werewolves and dark magic weeks ago. Her instincts roared to life, and a surge of energy coursed through her veins. She grabbed a discard

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-13
  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Fractures and Flames

    The group moved swiftly through the labyrinth of tunnels, the silence between them broken only by the distant rumble of collapsing rock. Sasha’s legs felt heavy, her body trembling with exhaustion and fear. The glowing inscription and the ethereal figure were etched in her mind, but her questions remained unanswered. She glanced at Ethan, whose jaw was tight with barely contained rage, his hand gripping hers as though letting go would mean losing her entirely.Behind them, Marcus walked with calculated precision, his blade still gleaming faintly, while Alex’s gaze flickered from shadow to shadow, his wolf instincts on high alert. Though they had escaped the immediate threat, the air was charged with tension—there was no denying that Lilith would return, stronger and angrier than before.They emerged into a clearing just as the first rays of sunlight pierced the horizon. The forest felt alive, the wind carrying whispers of something ancient and foreboding. Sasha stumbled slightly, her

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Half man, Half beast

    The air around them grew cold, heavy with tension as Ronan emerged fully into view. His presence seemed to warp the world itself, the shadows bending and stretching toward him as though pulled by some magnetic force. Sasha’s breath hitched at the sheer size of him now—half-man, half-beast, with talons as sharp as daggers and glowing amber eyes that promised nothing but destruction.Ethan, Marcus, and Alex flanked her, their growls filling the forest with a sound that sent shivers down her spine. The trio stood ready to attack, their loyalty unwavering even in the face of such overwhelming power. But Sasha wasn’t fooled. Ronan wasn’t here for them—he wanted her.“You’ve made your choice, haven’t you, Sasha?” Ronan’s voice was a guttural growl, filled with equal parts triumph and menace. “Good. You’ll regret it, of course, but bravery is so very… admirable.”“Stay back,” Ethan snarled, stepping forward, his muscles coiled like a spring. His wolf form was bursting at the seams, his human

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    The Price of Choices

    The forest was eerily silent as Sasha followed the group, her mind spinning with doubt and determination. Every step she took felt heavier than the last, her mother’s face burned into her memory. Was it a vision, a trick, or a desperate plea for help? Whatever it was, Sasha couldn’t ignore it.Ethan walked closely behind her, his tension palpable. She could feel his eyes on her, protective yet conflicted. He hadn’t said a word since pulling her away from the fire, but his presence loomed like an anchor, keeping her from spiraling into despair.As the group stopped near a rocky outcrop, Marcus turned to face them. “We need to regroup and make a decision now. We can’t afford to keep wandering aimlessly.”Alex crossed his arms, leaning against a tree. “And what decision would that be? To perform your blood sacrifice ritual and hope it doesn’t kill someone? Or to sit here and wait for Ronan to find us?” His voice dripped with sarcasm, but the tension in his posture revealed his unease.“W

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    The Last Stand

    The forest seemed to stretch endlessly as Sasha followed the stranger, her heartbeat thundering in her chest. Moonlight slanted through the branches above, casting jagged shadows on the ground. The others trailed behind her, weapons ready, their trust in this mysterious man stretched thin.Ethan stayed close, his arm brushing hers every few steps, his protective instincts at war with his suspicion. “We shouldn’t be doing this,” he muttered under his breath, his voice low enough that only she could hear. “This guy stinks of trouble.”“I know,” Sasha whispered back, though she didn’t slow her pace. “But if there’s even a chance he’s telling the truth, we can’t ignore it. We don’t have time.”The stranger, walking ahead of them, shot a glance over his shoulder, as though he could hear them despite the distance. His scarred face looked carved from stone, but his sharp, yellow eyes glinted in the dark. “Hurry up. We’re close.”“To what?” Alex barked, his voice sharp with distrust.“You’ll

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    The Aftermath

    Sasha woke to the scent of damp earth and the faint crackle of a fire. Her body ached like she’d been dragged through the underworld and back. She blinked against the dim light, her vision clearing as she took in the cave walls around her. It wasn’t the cavern from before—this was smaller, cozier. A pile of blankets cushioned her beneath her body.“Sasha?” Ethan’s voice came softly from nearby.She turned her head to see him sitting at the fire, shirtless, with bruises and cuts painting his skin. His eyes were locked on her, a mixture of relief and concern softening his usually intense gaze.“How long was I out?” she croaked, her voice raw.“Two days.” Ethan shifted, moving to sit beside her. He reached out, brushing his fingers gently against her cheek. “You scared the hell out of me.”Two days. The weight of it hit her, along with the memories of what had happened. The cavern. The wolves. Ronan. She sat up abruptly, ignoring the screaming protest of her muscles. “Ronan—”“He’s gone,

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-18
  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    A Monster or Savior?

    The forest was eerily quiet as they moved through it, the shadows stretching long and menacing under the pale moonlight. Sasha’s mind churned, her heart still racing from the power that had erupted from her. She clutched Ethan’s hand tightly, the warmth of his touch grounding her as they pushed forward.Alex had finally stirred, groaning as Marcus helped him limp alongside the group. “I’ll live,” Alex muttered, though his wince betrayed the pain he was enduring.Ethan glanced back at him, his jaw tight. “We can’t stop. Ronan won’t wait long before making his next move.”Sasha nodded, though a wave of guilt crashed over her. Every step she took away from that cave felt like a betrayal—not of Ronan, but of herself. His words lingered in her mind, unshakable: You can’t fight who you are.But who was she? A monster? A savior? Or something far worse?The clearing ahead shimmered with the faint glow of the lake. Marcus motioned for them to stop. “We’ll rest here for a moment. We need to reg

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  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Roars

    Sasha’s head spun as she was dragged through the forest, Ronan’s iron grip unrelenting. The world blurred around her, trees and shadows melding into one as the cold air bit at her skin.“Let me go!” she yelled, clawing at his hand, but he didn’t even flinch.“Struggle all you want, little mate,” Ronan sneered, his voice dripping with cruelty. “It won’t change anything.”Sasha’s stomach churned at the word. Mate. The way he said it made her skin crawl. “I’m not your mate!”Ronan chuckled darkly. “Oh, but you could be. You’re more powerful than I imagined. That energy inside you—it’s rare. Precious. Kael doesn’t deserve it. He doesn’t deserve you.”Sasha’s eyes burned with fury, but deep down, fear gnawed at her. What was this energy he spoke of? And why did it make her a target?“You think taking me will make you stronger?” she spat. “Kael will come for me. He’ll never let you win.”Ronan stopped abruptly, spinning her around to face him. His red eyes glowed with malice, his grip tight

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Revenge

    The forest stretched out before them like an endless labyrinth of shadows and whispers. Sasha couldn’t shake the unease clinging to her, even as Kael’s hand rested protectively on the small of her back. They had emerged from the cavern victorious, but the weight of the ominous warning still hung in the air.Ethan walked ahead, his silence louder than any words he could have spoken. His jaw was tight, his shoulders tense, and Sasha knew he was wrestling with the same doubts that plagued her.Kael stopped abruptly, his golden eyes scanning the treeline. “We’re not alone,” he muttered, his voice low and sharp.Ethan whipped around, his hand instinctively reaching for the weapon strapped to his belt. “What is it?”Sasha’s heart leapt into her throat, and she pressed closer to Kael. The silence of the forest was almost suffocating, broken only by the faint rustle of leaves in the wind.“Stay close to me,” Kael said, his tone leaving no room for argument.They moved cautiously, their senses

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    The Nexus Beckons

    Sasha woke to an overwhelming stillness. The chaos of the forest was gone, replaced by an eerie calm that pressed down on her like a suffocating weight. Her eyes fluttered open, and she found herself lying on a smooth, glowing surface. It wasn’t earth, wood, or stone, but something otherworldly—almost alive.Ethan was sprawled beside her, his chest rising and falling in shallow breaths. Kael lay a few feet away, his wounds still seeping blood, but his glowing eyes were fixed on the strange expanse around them.The light from the ground illuminated a cavernous space that seemed to stretch infinitely in all directions. The walls were adorned with pulsating veins of golden light, and the air thrummed with an energy that was both alluring and terrifying.“Where… are we?” Sasha whispered, her voice echoing softly.“The nexus,” Kael rasped, pushing himself up with a wince. “We’ve crossed into its heart.”Ethan groaned, sitting up and running a hand through his disheveled hair. “So, what now

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    The End?

    The morning light broke over the horizon, casting long shadows across the forest as Ethan, Sasha, and Kael stood at the edge of the clearing. The air was heavy with tension, each of them lost in their own thoughts. Sasha hadn’t slept, her mind racing with questions about Kael’s motives. Ethan’s jaw was clenched, his body taut with the weight of his decision to trust the enigmatic stranger.Kael, however, seemed entirely at ease. He leaned against a tree, his glowing eyes scanning the forest as if he could see things they couldn’t. “The nexus is two days’ walk from here,” he said, breaking the silence. “But the forest won’t make it easy. The Hollow protects its secrets.”“What does that mean?” Sasha asked, her voice sharp.Kael’s smirk returned, irritatingly confident. “It means the forest is alive, sweetheart. It senses intruders, especially ones carrying the Hollow’s mark. We’ll be tested before we reach the nexus. You’d better hope you’re strong enough to survive.”Sasha bristled at

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Loyalty

    The fire crackled low in the hearth, casting dancing shadows across the dimly lit room. Sasha sat at the edge of the plush sofa, her hands trembling as she cradled the mug of tea Ethan had made for her. It had gone cold long ago, untouched. Across from her, Ethan leaned against the window, his silhouette outlined by the pale moonlight. His silence was deafening, each passing second amplifying the weight of his confession.“The Hollow… it’s inside me.”Those words reverberated in Sasha’s mind, an unrelenting drumbeat of dread. She had faced horrors before—Ethan’s enemies, the claws of the forest, and the blood-soaked trails they’d traversed—but this? This was something she didn’t know how to fight.“How long have you known?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Ethan’s broad shoulders tensed, his gaze fixed on the moon outside. “Longer than I care to admit,” he said finally, his voice low and raw. “It started after my father died. At first, it was… whispers. A feeling of someth

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Beast Within

    The growl reverberated through the air, low and menacing, sending chills racing down Sasha’s spine. Ethan was in front of her in an instant, his body tense and ready, his eyes gleaming with an almost feral light. Marcus moved to the side, positioning himself to flank whatever was lurking in the shadows.The whispers that had plagued them since entering the Hollow had grown silent, replaced by an oppressive stillness. Even the air seemed heavier, crackling with an unseen energy.“What is it?” Sasha whispered, her fingers tightening around the dagger. The weapon felt alive in her grip, pulsing faintly as if in warning.“I don’t know,” Ethan murmured, his voice a low growl. “But it’s not friendly.”A shadow moved at the edge of the clearing, too fast to track. Sasha’s breath hitched as her eyes darted to follow it. Whatever it was, it was big—larger than any wolf she’d ever seen—and it moved with a predatory grace that set her nerves on edge.Another growl sounded, this time from the opp

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Gathering Storm

    The morning dawned cold and gray, the air heavy with a sense of foreboding. Sasha barely slept, her dreams haunted by flashes of fire, blood, and the glowing dagger. She sat by the window, staring out at the misty forest, her fingers lightly brushing the weapon resting on her lap. Its faint hum was a constant reminder of its ominous purpose.Ethan entered the room quietly, his hair tousled from sleep. His gaze softened when he saw her, but there was an edge of worry in his eyes. “You didn’t sleep,” he said, his voice low.Sasha shook her head, her lips pressed into a thin line. “I couldn’t. Every time I closed my eyes… I kept hearing the Oracle. I kept seeing that word—‘Choose.’” She turned to face him, her eyes glistening. “How do I choose, Ethan? How can I pick who lives and who dies?”Ethan crossed the room and knelt beside her, his hands covering hers. “You don’t have to decide anything right now. We’ll figure it out. Together.”She wanted to believe him, but the weight of the pro

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    Unseen Threads

    The aftermath of Seraphina’s attack hung over them like a thick fog. The silence in the cabin was deafening as Sasha stared at the silver dagger resting on the table. Its blade shimmered faintly, almost as if it pulsed with life, yet no one dared touch it.Ethan paced back and forth, his hands clenching and unclenching at his sides. Marcus stood at the door, his stance alert, his eyes scanning the dark forest beyond. Alex leaned against the wall, his face pale, his injuries from earlier still taking their toll.“We need answers,” Ethan growled, his voice low and dangerous. “Seraphina isn’t going to stop. And now she’s made it clear Sasha is the center of this—” He turned to look at her, his piercing gaze softening for just a moment. “We can’t keep stumbling in the dark.”Sasha swallowed hard, her chest tight with a mixture of fear and guilt. She had drawn Seraphina’s attention, had brought danger crashing down on them again. But beneath that fear, something stronger stirred—a spark of

  • In the arms of the Mafia Billionaire    A Monster or Savior?

    The forest was eerily quiet as they moved through it, the shadows stretching long and menacing under the pale moonlight. Sasha’s mind churned, her heart still racing from the power that had erupted from her. She clutched Ethan’s hand tightly, the warmth of his touch grounding her as they pushed forward.Alex had finally stirred, groaning as Marcus helped him limp alongside the group. “I’ll live,” Alex muttered, though his wince betrayed the pain he was enduring.Ethan glanced back at him, his jaw tight. “We can’t stop. Ronan won’t wait long before making his next move.”Sasha nodded, though a wave of guilt crashed over her. Every step she took away from that cave felt like a betrayal—not of Ronan, but of herself. His words lingered in her mind, unshakable: You can’t fight who you are.But who was she? A monster? A savior? Or something far worse?The clearing ahead shimmered with the faint glow of the lake. Marcus motioned for them to stop. “We’ll rest here for a moment. We need to reg

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