“I couldn’t care less how she would feel,” his tone was cold, empty of any tenderness she was used to.“We just need to get our hands on the fortune, she’s a tiny problem.” The words rammed into her chest like a physical blow. She staggered back a step, her hand flew to her mouth to stifle the gasp that threatened to escape.“No…No… noo” she whispered, as her heart shattered into a million pieces. This can’t be real. He doesn’t mean it, Eros wouldn’t say that about me. Her mind raced as the weight of Eros words crushed her completely. The man who had whispered promises to her, who had begged her to stay with him forever, was now plotting with his brother against her. History was repeating itself, her best friend Zora killed her, and now Eros was being two faced, what if things changed and he poisons her instead. Hiccups threatened to tear through her as she struggled to hold her tears, she clenched her heart painfully as air got trapped in her lungs.For a moment, she thought she
He crashed his lips on hers again, this time more needy, as his hands gripped her thighs, spreading them wider. She could feel the bulge in his trousers pressing against the entrance of her pussy, and an enthusiastic shiver ran through her.“Are you wet for me, my darling Rose?” he murmured against her neck, his teeth grazed the delicate skin there. She nodded, unable to form words as his fingers slipped beneath the lace of her panties, finding her dripping cunt. “goddd..” he groaned, his thumb rubbed circles around her clit as her two fingers plunged deep inside her. “Fuck, you’re so tight,” he growled, pumping his fingers faster, deeper. “E-Eros….” Nia cried out, her head fell back as pleasure swept over her. Her nails dug into his shoulders, drawing faint red lines in his skin.“Please,” she begged, her voice cracked with need. “I need you.” He didn’t hesitate, his bulge grew harder. In one swift action, he ripped her panties off, and tossed them aside before fumbling with
Nia’s eyes widened, her mouth opened to form words, but nothing came out. she had no idea how to respond. The room felt like it was closing in on her as her thoughts raced.What was he doing? Did he just rat her out? Unbelievable! The Duke stood motionless for a moment; his expression was unreadable, before he scoffed softly. A dark smirk curved his lips as his cold gaze landed on her trembling state. “Not sure what she was looking for,” Eros continued casually, glancing at her briefly before turning back to the Duke. “But I’m lucky I found her when I did.” Her head spunned, her knees still wobbled because of what he had put her through earlier, but she felt like her legs might give out beneath her out of fear. What was he doing? She couldn’t take her eyes off him, her disbelief was expressed through every fiber of her being. How could he?“Thank you, brother,” the Duke said curtly, his voice was sharp yet laced with amusement. “You’ve been very helpful.”Eros nodded, his gaze bri
The sharp point of the pen pressed deeper into her skin, blood trickled down her neck. The Duke’s breath was warm against her ear, his voice was a low growl.“You’re insane, Rosetta. You’ve completely lost your mind.” Her lips curled into a bitter smile, her voice trembled with heartbreak and anger.“And it’s still more than the Moon Goddess ever gave me.”He finally shoved her away, his face twisted in disgust. She stumbled back, as she clutched her throat where the blood seeped onto her fingers.“You’re not worth the trouble,” he spat, “But don’t think I’ll let you off easy.”In a swift, brutal motion, he grabbed her arm and yanked her towards the door, she laughed bitterly, her sobs mixed with it like the sound of a sad melody. “Where are you taking me?” she demanded, her voice husky “That’s for me to know, and for you to shut up,” he hissed, dragging her along the cold corridors. Her bare feet scraped against the stone, and she nearly stumbled trying to keep up with his face.E
“Zora?” Nia breathed, the name stumbled involuntarily from her lips.The sound of Vivianne’s mocking voice pierced the heavy silence of the dungeon. “Having memory troubles, your Grace?” she teased, a sharp smirk tugged at the corner of her lips.Nia staggered backward, her vision cleared as she studied the woman before her. Her stomach tied in knots. It’s not her. it’s not Zora.The Moon Goddess’s terrible sense of humor dawned on her like a slap. The woman that stood there—was her, rival, the Duke’s mistress, Vivianne—and she looked hauntingly like Zora, her former best former best friend who had killed her.Nia’s voice cracked, cold rage blended into her tone. “What do you want? Came to gloat?”Vivianne tilted her head, the torchlight casted shadows across her sharp features. “Oh, I came to see if the rumors were true” she said lightly, though her tone was anything but kind. “I’m here to warn you also…or should I say…offer advice”“Save your breath. I’m not interested in anything
The cold, stale air of the dungeon was still as Eros snuck inside, his footsteps light but hurried. The fading moonlight shined on the scene before him, and his heart stopped.“Rosetta,” he called softly and knelt next to Nia’s limp form sprawled on the damp floor. Her face was pale, and dried blood stained her palms.Panic gripped him. His hands trembled as he shook her shoulders gently, then more firmly. “Rosetta. Rosetta, open your eyes!”When she didn’t respond, his mind raced, horror clawed at his chest. His eyes darted to the blood on her hand, then back to her lifeless form. Did she hurt herself? Did the Duke do this?“No, no, no,” he muttered, his voice breaking as he slid to the floor. He gathered her in his arms, her head resting on his thigh as he stroked her face.“What have I done?” He whispered, guilt crashed over him like a wave. “I failed you again…” His vision blurred with tears as the weight of his betrayal clamoured down on him.A small cough broke the silence, weak
His words were a promise, forged in the heat of his guilt and desire. And then he moved, his hands slid down to her grip the hem of his shirt, pulling it over his head with one swift motion.He undressed quickly, without another word, he lifted her effortlessly, her legs wrapped around his torso as he carried her into the bathroom. It was steamy, filled with the scent of lavender and something more earthy.He set her gently into the bathtub, the water already warm and inviting, he had prepared it for her, and knelt beside her on the cool tile floor. His hands reached for the bottle of body gel, he poured a generous amount into his palm before smoothing it over her legs. The gel bubbled softly on her skin, as his hands worked their way down, massaging every inch of her with a tenderness that calmed the storm that raged inside him against his brother.He took the soft cloth, dipped it into water, and began to wash her feet, each stroke was deliberate,, reverent. Rosetta sighed soft
She didn’t hesitate. Her body was already moving before her mind could process it, desperate to feel his hardened cock inside her again. She straddled him, her knees sank into the mattress on either side of his hips. Her hands rested on his broad shoulders, her nails dug into his skin as she positioned herself over him, the tip of his cock pressed against her slick entrance. “Now, bury my cock inside you, Rosetta,” he growled, his hands gripped her hips tightly enough to leave marks. She sank down slowly, inch by excruciating inch, her breath seized as he filled her completely. “Oh good goddess,” Her head fell back,, as she felt him stretch her, claiming every part of her. she finally sank deep to his balls, “Fuckkkk…..” they both let out a groan, their bodies trembled,“Move,” he commanded, his voice rough with need. Nia obeyed, and lifted herself up slightly before she slammed back down onto him, her breasts bounced with motion. Her hands slid from his shoulders to his che
“The Elysian Art event” The moment Nia stepped into the grand, dimly lit venue, she felt the weight of every eye on her. The gallery echoed with soft conversations, champagne glasses clinking, and the quiet admiration of art. Paintings and sculptures were arranged elegantly , their creators stood proudly beside them, eager to secure a wealthy buyer when the event starts. Her gaze moved across the room, taking in the familiar environment . From Sera’s scattered memories, she could recall this was Julien’s guilty pleasure—an exclusive art pop-up event that only the elite had access to. It was held every three months, always in a big secretive location, a gathering where art was not just admired but treated like a weapon—bought, claimed, and manipulated. And Julien thrived in it. He didn’t just collect art. He consumed it. Bought pieces from struggling or promising artists only to repaint them, to reshape them, to strip them of their identity but not to make them his own
“The Elysian Art event” The moment Nia stepped into the grand, dimly lit venue, she felt the weight of every eye on her. The gallery echoed with soft conversations, champagne glasses clinking, and the quiet admiration of art. Paintings and sculptures were arranged elegantly , their creators stood proudly beside them, eager to secure a wealthy buyer when the event starts. Her gaze moved across the room, taking in the familiar environment . From Sera’s scattered memories, she could recall this was Julien’s guilty pleasure—an exclusive art pop-up event that only the elite had access to. It was held every three months, always in a big secretive location, a gathering where art was not just admired but treated like a weapon—bought, claimed, and manipulated. And Julien thrived in it. He didn’t just collect art. He consumed it. Bought pieces from struggling or promising artists only to repaint them, to reshape them, to strip them of their identity but not to make them his own
“The Elysian Art event” The moment Nia stepped into the grand, dimly lit venue, she felt the weight of every eye on her. The gallery echoed with soft conversations, champagne glasses clinking, and the quiet admiration of art. Paintings and sculptures were arranged elegantly , their creators stood proudly beside them, eager to secure a wealthy buyer when the event starts. Her gaze moved across the room, taking in the familiar environment . From Sera’s scattered memories, she could recall this was Julien’s guilty pleasure—an exclusive art pop-up event that only the elite had access to. It was held every three months, always in a big secretive location, a gathering where art was not just admired but treated like a weapon—bought, claimed, and manipulated. And Julien thrived in it. He didn’t just collect art. He consumed it. Bought pieces from struggling or promising artists only to repaint them, to reshape them, to strip them of their identity but not to make them his own He want
“Please, I can’t. it’s too much—” Julien’s response was a low, possessive growl, his pace quickened as if her plea only fueled him further. “You can take it,” he snarled, as he leaned over her, his lips brushed against her ear as he spoke. “You’ll take everything I give you, Sera. Because you’re mine. You belong to me.” His hips snapped forward, as he drove into her with a force that made her cry out, her nails dug into the edges of the counter. But it wasn’t enough for him. Not tonight. He needed to see her, to look into her eyes as he claimed her. With a swift, almost violent motion, he flipped her onto her back, her legs instinctively wrapped around his torso as he carried her with him, and pinned her against the wall. The impact knocked the breath from her lungs, but before she could even gasp, his cock buried inside her again, thrusting into her with an intensity that left her clawing at the wall for support. “Look at me,” Julien commanded, his voice dark and demandin
Nia’s breath seized as his fingers teased her, circling her clit with a slow, maddening control. She moaned, the sound escaping her lips in a low, desperate whimper. Her hands clung to his shoulders, her nails digging into his skin as if she were afraid he might pull away. “Please,” she begged, her voice trembling. “Don’t stop.” Julien’s eyes darkened, his gaze locked on hers as he continued to toy with her. “I won’t,” he murmured, his voice a low, possessive growl. I’ll never stop, Sera. You’re mine. His words sent a shiver down her spine, a mix of fear and excitement coursing through her veins. She knew she should be scared, should push him away, but her body betrayed her, arching into his touch, craving more. Julien’s other hand moved to her waist, his fingers tightening around her as he leaned in, his lips brushing against her neck. “You’re so beautiful, he whispered, his breath hot against her skin. “I can’t get enough of you. Nia’s heart raced as he began to kiss her
Julien took a slow step forward, his right hand up in front of the gun in surrender as his voice dropped to a low whisper, “What if I make you a deal?” Miguel’s brow arched, and his grip on the gun shook. Eventually the sleek barrel dipped slightly, no longer aimed at Julien’s head. “I’m listening.” Julien exhaled, and stole a quick glance at Nia. “Let someone else replace her at the pop-up. I’ll double whatever you make.” A low chuckle rumbled from Miguel’s chest. “It seems your man here has money to squander,.” His eyes slid to Nia, his lips curled into a smirk. “But I’m not cheap, Julien.” Julien heaved, trying to gather his composure before his gaze landed on Miguel again . “What more do you want?” Miguel tapped the barrel of the gun against his temple pretending to think , his lips twitched then, his smile widened. “She shows up for the next one.” Julien’s hands instinctively balled into fists, Nia fingers dig into her palm, she could sense that it was taking every
“J-julien” Nia’s breath came in ragged gasps as she rocked back and forth over the balcony railing, her spine bent at an unnatural angle. The pressure of Julien’s grip around her throat was unbearably, possessive, terrifyingly familiar.But she just got here, she couldn’t just die immediately? She knew she was failing her mission woefully, and if died right now then it makes things worse.She had only collected one energy so far, how would she bring Ares back if all she was doing is get carried away? Images flashed in her mind, Her head slammed against the stone —Seraphine’s laughter, her whispered confessions, her body pressed against Julien’s in love and war. She could see herself living all of Seraphine’s moments, And then the memory of falling—arms flailing, air rushing past her, the brutal snap of her skull against pavement.If she couldn’t get herself out of this mess, then it would happen again.But this time, she wasn’t Seraphine.She was Nia.And she was going to feel the
Her vision blurred, her body felt weightless, free. Distantly, she heard the sharp crack of another gunshot, the bullet lodge in her chest again. “No!!!” Massimo shouted, in anger he brought out his gun and started shooting towards where the shot came from randomly, impulsively, in pain. His front door busted open and his men rushed in, they froze instinctively at the sight in front of them. His gaze darted back to her, with shaky hands pressing against her wound, warm blood pooled between his fingers as he tried to hold her together. “Bambina,” Massimo rasped, his voice breaking. “Stay with me.” Her lips parted, but no sound came. Instead blood spluttered from her mouth, her chest heaved slowly, her pulse was getting weaker and weaker. So this was how their story ends? She had thought they’d be more of Bonnie and Clyde, but the Romeo and Juliet ending wasn’t something she quite expected. “Stay with me, bambina,” he pleaded, his gaze held hers, pressing his forehead to
Massimo’s voice was raw, His knees hit the floor with a dull thud, and for the first time, he looked… breakable. The predator, the monster, the man who ruled with an iron grip—he was kneeling before her like a sinner at the altar. “I owe you, bambina,” he rasped, his breath uneven. “I owe you for the life I stole, for the hatred you carry.” Nia’s hands trembled at her sides, she had never seen this side of him, wait why? Why all of a sudden, what did he owe? Was he actually feeling guilty for killing isabel’s parents. Her heart pounded like violent storm against her chest. This was the closest thing to remorse she had ever seen in his cold, ruthless eyes. But it confused her , one minute he wanted to blow her head off for her supposed betrayal, and now…. Her chest heaved as she took in his vulnerable state, tears hung at the corner of her eyes as she slowly knelt in front of him. She wanted to comfort him, but right now she had to be Isabel, Not Nia. “You didn’t just steal my