Aviana (Anna)“So, she is an interesting pick,” Sabrina said. She was sitting next to Duncan, touching and caressing his hands.The tension in the air was palpable, almost suffocating. It was clear that Sabrina and Duncan had a thing going on.“Indeed,” Duncan replied, his eyes meeting mine for a second. I quickly looked away. He had a way of unnerving a person with just one look, and I didn't like it.I didn't like the way he was looking at me either.“Not your usual type,” she remarked as she sipped her glass of wine, looking me up and down with disdain.Duncan gave Sabrina a dangerous look, and she immediately clamped her mouth shut like a toddler who'd been caught saying a bad word.I felt the urge to laugh at her but didn't.“Sorry, boss,” she cleared her throat awkwardly.Duncan didn't respond, simply swirling his wine glass in his hand. His expression was unreadable, but the change in his demeanour made one thing clear—Sabrina had overstepped.The air remained thick with tensio
Anna“Ever used a gun before, Anna?”Duncan asked, his gaze fixed on me, pinning me down in place.Clearing my throat, I straightened, looking him straight in the eyes with the faintest hint of disgust, ignoring the way my body betrayed me.“Yes. When I was with Rob. He taught me how to use one.”“Have you ever shot someone?”Why was he asking so many questions? Did he find out something about my past?No, Chief Donovan had scrubbed every inch of my identity.The only thing left was my criminal records and my new plant identity. Nothing more.“Once.” I lied, remembering the many times I had to kill.Duncan nodded.“You'll carry a gun around for protection and other important missions.”“Missions like what?”“You'll see, but in the meantime, you still have one more trial to prove you are worthy of being here.”Duncan pushed off his desk and walked towards me, every step cold and deliberate. He reached over my skirt, and I inhaled sharply his dark chocolate cologne his proximity brought
Duncan As soon as I got off the phone with Lucas, the door to my office opened with a loud bang, and Sabrina stormed in, her olive face sullen.She was wearing a white tank top and blue jeans that had the word Daddy's favourite on it and a black jean.I groaned internally. I already knew what this was about.“Is there a problem, Sabrina?” I asked, bringing my glass of Coke to my lips and taking a sip…“You want to fuck her, don't you?”She scowled, storming towards me and only stopping in front of my desk, her face contorting into a snarl.I knew exactly who she was talking about, but I wasn't about to make it easy for her.“Who are we talking about?”I asked, my eyes levelled.“The little accountant bitch, who the fuck else?” She snapped, her tone dripping with frustration.“You might want to watch your tone, Sabrina; remember who you are talking to,” I said calmly.“No, this is ridiculous. You have a hum…” She suddenly stopped talking as I I rose abruptly from my chair and walked
AnnaMy heart pounded as I swung my fist at the man that had grabbed me.“It's me, Aviana, relax.”I heard a familiar voice, and before I knew it, the enclosed desk space I had been dragged into lit up, revealing the face of my handler, Sly.“What the hell? What did you do that for?” I glared.“Only way to talk to you without putting you in trouble.”He said, his breathing laboured, mirroring mine.“How is it going?” He asked with a severe expression on his face.“How do you think?” I glared, still trying to catch my breath.I felt like I had run a marathon of twenty thousand miles.“You look dishevelled.”“Yes, the fuckers tried to fucking kill me and sent me to my death. I would be dead now if I wasn't skilled in the art of…” I trailed off.“I'm sorry about that; it's part of the job,” he said with zero emotion on his face as always.Sometimes I wanted to shove my foot in his face. How he was able to get married to a beautiful woman like Velma still confused me. I wondered briefly i
Anna (Aviana)The cold metal of the pistol pressed against my head.I held my breath, my heart surprisingly steady as Duncan stared into my soul, waiting for an answer.“I don't like to wait , Anna.” He said, his voice l disturbingly calm.“I don't know what you want me to say; maybe ask Roberto about my past,” I shot back, meeting his gaze head-on without flinching. “I was an orphan who spent my teen years selling and pushing drugs. Picked up a few tricks from the trade.” I spat, clenching my fists, glaring at him. He was lucky I was under the law now. He'd be dead by now. Duncan smirked, amusement dancing in my eyes.“Interesting…”Without another word, he stoód, tucking his gun in his holste. Turning away, be strode to his desk, stopping a few feet from the window as he poured himself a drink..“Welcome to the family, Anna. You did good.” His tone was almost approving. “Go to your room and clean up. We have some work to attend to later this evening,”“That's it?” I managed to pull
AnnaMy smile faded at the sound of that.“Everyone's been talking about me?” I asked, and she nodded.Just as I had suspected. There were people watching me.“Well, yes. You are very beautiful, and we heard what happened. You yelled at the boss; that's never happened before. He's strict.”“Oh?”I blushed. For some reason I felt a little giddy inside that I was the talk of the mansion among the maids.“You are really so pretty,” she said in awe as she came to stand in front of me.”My lips thinned into a straight line as the air grew awkward. I knew I was pretty but there were definitely prettier women than me. Ones I had seen around the mansion too. And why was she staring at me like that?“Uh, thanks.” I said, clearing my throat.“I'm sorry for staring,”she shook her head as if just now realizing herself.“It's okay,” I smiled awkwardly. I was also trying to figure out what was in her mind anyway.“Would you like something to eat or drink? I'm making lunch,” she asked.“Whatever yo
Duncan “You wanted to speak with me?” Lucas asked as soon as he entered.“Yes. What have you found on Reed?”I asked, trying to pretend my mate's name did not elicit the most primal reaction out of my wolf.“Not much out of the ordinary. She seems legit, Dun.”“Has she said anything that suggests she isn't?” I asked.Lucas rolls his eyes.“No, I called Roberto too, like you asked. He says she's legit.”I let out a slow breath, stroking my chin.“Maybe I'm just a little paranoid.” I stroked my chin, but my instinct was never wrong.‘Maybe you should stop worrying and bed her instead.’Clark, my wolf growled.Ever since I met Anna, I couldn't stop thinking about her, about whst the nectar between her legs would taste. It was an intense craving that bothered on spell work and it was driving me absolutely mad.I had hoped she would fail her last mission so I could rid myself of this intense need but the bitch was stronger than I thought and more skilled which made me even more suspiciou
AnnaI froze, staring at Duncan. He looked angry, or at least I thought he did. It was hard to tell; he barely ever showed any expression except for disapproval and his occasional smirk.The tension in the room thickened, pressing down on my chest like a tangible weight. I felt like I had done something wrong.My cheeks burnt as I wondered how long he'd been watching me. Suddenly, the shorts I had felt comfortable in just a minute ago felt like a thong cutting across my ass.I felt exposed.I swallowed as I opened my mouth.“Did you want something?” I broke the silence.He took a step closer, then, as if reconsidering, stopped.“Where did you learn those moves?” He asked, curiosity evident in his otherwise impassive face.Gah, he was so hard to read. We couldn't he be more like Lucas or Sabrina?With them, I knew what they thought of me.I could tell he was trying not to stare at my boobs but they were very prominent and had been my selling point for years. Avoiding them was difficul
DuncanI watched Anna as she slept. She looked peaceful in her sleep but I could tell something was bothering her.Not just that, I knew she was hiding something from me.I had grown to trust her, fighting my feelings for her as much as I could.Being with a human girl made no sense to me, but Clark, my wolf, didn't care. When I had told her that I loved her, I hadn't even thought about it. It had flown out on its own, but it was true.I took out my phone and snapped a picture of her sleeping.A grin spread across my lips.God, she was gorgeous. I had thought sex with her for a month would have gotten her out of my system by now but the opposite was the case.It was like she was weaving these invisible webs around my heart , pulling me closer and closer like some love demon.I wondered why she was dreaming. Was she dreaming about me?She was an orphan.She had no family, no ties, at least bone that she had told me about or I had found out about. Yet, there was a deep sadness that clun
AnnaVenice was unlike anything I had ever seen before.The moment we stepped onto the water taxi, the world around me shifted into something out of a dream. The air smelt different, being yet crisp, tinged with the scent of aged stone and the faintest hint of something sweet, like pastries cooling on windowsills.The city itself unfolded before me like a painting in motion, Buildings weathered by countries, leaned toward the canals, their faded facades kissed by the golden afternoon light. Balconies draped in the ivy and flower boxes spilled over with bursts of color. Gondolas moved gracefully through the narrow waterways, the gondoliers dressed in traditional striped shirts, pushing along with an effortless elegance.I couldn't tear my eyes away."It's... breathtaking," I murmured, barely aware I had spoken aloud.Beside me, Duncan leaned back against the seat, watching me instead of the scenery. "Venice has that effect."I turned to him, finding his gaze steady, knowing. The way he
AnnaIt wasn't long after the phone call when Duncan stepped out of our hotel room.He was showering me with so much love. I wasn't particularly sure how a monster like him could be so gentle and awkward.I dialed Tim once again hoping the fifth time was the charm but no answer.Was he okay??It was unlike him to not answer immediately.I had asked him to follow Lily but what if he'd been compromised and had been captured.I shuddered.No,I was overthinking.He was definitely fine.I shook my head and decided to send him a text. Telling him to call me as soon as possible.I waited a couple of minutes and decided to call Sly.He picked up on the first ring.“Sly, hey. Have you heard from Tim?”I asked not to give him the chance for pleasantries. Not that it mattered. Sly didn't care for pleasantries. Only results.“No, I have not heard from him."“He's not at the precinct?”“It's his day off. Is everything okay?”“No. I sent him on a mission yesterday. He isn't picking up his call.”Sl
AnnaLove? I couldn't believe this. I couldn't believe anything.My heart was beating in my chest and my mind was a complete mess.Duncan was in the living room talking to his men while I laid in the room, unable to sleep.I fiddled with rmthe ring in my hand. I had managed to snatch it despite my fear and what I had seen.Hallucination?There was no way that was the truth. I couldn't have hallucinated that but then again, Jean hadn't taken his drink. In fact, he'd made an effort not to.I wasn't sure what to think anymore.My head was spinning. At this point, I was going insane.Maybe Tim was right. Maybe I was playing a dangerous game and didn't know it.The door to the bedroom suite opened and Dun walked towards me.I pretended to be asleep. The last thing I wanted to do was have sex.I was too cofused, too stressed.I felt the bed dip and seconds later Duncan's hands around my waist. He pulled me closer to him and held me right. I held my breath expecting him to start caressing
Duncan‘What were you thinking?’ I yelled at Anna, my hands shaking on the steering wheel.“I'm sorry. I didn't think ““No, you didn't. Do you have any idea who Jean is? He is dangerous. He could have ripped you apart.”I snapped, remembering who he was.Back when my father still had his pack, Jean was one of his loyal friends and he was ruthless with humans especially the female. He hated them, hell, he was one of the reasons my father had been exiled.The shock in my eyes when I had seen Anna in the cage had sent me into temporary psychosis.I had practically rode here when I realized Jean had won her.“I'm sorry.”“No, that's not enough. What were you thinking?” He asked.“Nothing.”She said, her voice shaking.“There has to be something. It's unlike you to make such a rash decision. Tell me now,”“I can't,” she admitted and began to cry, her body shaking.She looked genuinely distressed and it made my chest ache. I could feel her pain just like she could feel mine earlier and sh
Anna“Such a beautiful woman,” the French man that had gotten the ring said as his chauffeur opened the car door of the sleek black SUV.The ring was with him. He'd transferred about three million dollars for the ring, and by the looks in his eyes, I was absolutely sure he planned on doing whatever he wanted to my body.“Thank you,” I said with a fake sultry smile as I pulled my trench coat tighter around me and slipped into the car.Now, that I was with him, all I could think about was how stupid I had reacted. This was going to raise a lot of questions.I wondered what Duncan was thinking now.He'd probably be as confused as I was.My phone vibrated as the car moved.It was Duncan calling. I silenced the call.I had to focus on stealing that ring back, but how?How was I supposed to do that without him suspecting?I felt Jean-Luc’s hand on my shoulders, and when I turned, he was grinning at me.I almost puked into my mouth. He was well into his 60s with the look of an 80-year-old.I
AnnaA sigh escaped my lips. I was exhausted. We had gone through a total of sixteen rose velvet girls and sixteen items, and there was still more. I just wanted to rest a little bit. The crowd was having too much fun.I plucked a bottle of champagne from the collar and drank a generous amount. My mind is filled with so many questions.I had a feeling something was about to happen, but I couldn't put my finger on it yet.I was thoroughly exhausted, and the worst part? I missed Duncan and not just the sex. I was slowly getting used to having him as some kind of comfort, which weirded me out.I wanted to believe it was simply sex.Would you be able to kill him when the time comes?That tiny voice in the back of my head asked.Absolutely!I answered with confidence, but why did my heart feel anything but confident?“And for the next item…” The announcer started, and I gestured for the men to pick up the huge vase that was essentially a wolf's head, golden and made of pure gold. I wonder
AnnaI called Tim as soon as Estonia went back to Duncan's dressing room.“Tim, I need your help.” I said as soon as he picked up.“What's wrong? Are you okay?” he asked, his voice frantic. I heard a honk from his phone and concluded he was probably outside the precinct.“No. I have a kind of friend here; her name is Lily, and, well, she was acting erratic. I'm not sure what's wrong with her, but I need you to look into her tonight. She is one of the escorts. You've seen her before, but I'll send you a picture, but before that, I need you to do something for me. I need you to follow them. I have no idea where they are going, but follow her.” I told him the name of the van and the licence plate they'd taken.“Alright, I'm on it. I'll inform some of my PIs and some patrol cops.”“Thank you, Tim!” I said.“Tim?” I heard Levi's voice behind my back, and I froze.I slowly turned around to find him staring at me, his eyes hard, his nostrils flared.The door was supposed to be closed. How mu
Duncan“What is it?”I questioned Estonia, annoyed by her interrupting me and Anna's time.Me and Anna's time?I couldn't believe I was calling it that now.“Not sure how to say this, Dun, but Lily is here again.”“What? I thought she was with Dr Kane?”“She was.” Estonia shrugged. “She escaped.”I sighed.“Take her back there and make sure he sedates her.”Estonia's lips thinned.“What is it?” I asked when she didn't move to leave.“Well, it seems she left a trail of bodies on her way here.”“Fucking hell. What have you done with the bodies now?” I asked.“Don't worry, it's been taken care of, but we might need to put Lily down soon. She's getting worse, more erratic, and the authorities will tie this back to us. We don't want that; it's too dangerous. The last time this happened, it took us asking the vampires to cover this shit up. We can't risk it. We need to put her down.”“Absolutely not. She can get better. Kale said so.”I stood. I was not going to put Lily down like some ani