Six
That was all the prompting I needed. As I closed the distance between us, I took off the remaining clothing I had on. Her eyes widened in surprise, and she instinctively took a few steps back.
“Get on your knees,” I ordered.
Her hesitation was evident as she stared up at me, trying to gauge my intentions. I walked up to her and wrapped my hand around her neck in a firm chokehold, not tight, but enough to command her attention.
I held her gaze, watching emotions flicker across her face. First, shock, then realization.
“Get on your knees, Carmen. You will do as I say, or I won’t fuck you.” My lips twisted into a faint smirk.
I saw the internal battle reflected on her face. I was a stranger, and this was humiliating for her. She’d probably expected a simple one-night stand with no complications, no power struggles.
While I wanted the same, my desire had taken on a peculiar edge. Something about her - her curvy, gorgeous body or maybe the way her defiance stirred me, made me want to leave an impression.
I leaned in, bringing my lips to her earlobe and then to her neck, tracing a slow, deliberate path down. “Do as I say…”
The tension broke the moment she gave in, sinking to her knees. My cock twitched in anticipation as I pulled it free from my pants, letting it hang in front of her. Her eyes widened as she stared at my length.
She blinked a few times, then tied her hair into a high ponytail, loose strands framing her face. Without breaking eye contact, she leaned forward and took me in her mouth.
Her warm lips wrapped around me, and her hands gripped the base of my cock as she worked her way up, trying to take all of me.
The sensation of her tongue and the sight of her - naked, on her knees, her plump pink lips sliding along my length, made my cock stiffen further. I threaded my fingers through her hair, gripping it as I set the pace, fucking her mouth.
Her eyes rolled back, lashes wet with unshed tears, as she struggled to keep up. Her gag reflex betrayed her, but she didn’t pull away. Just as I felt my orgasm building, I pulled back abruptly, leaving her gasping for air.
“Good girl.” I crouched close to her, lifting her chin with my fingers. “You took my cock in your mouth like a very good girl.”
Her eyes were glassy, tears at the corners, and pre-cum trickled down her lips. She averted her gaze, but I didn’t miss the red flush creeping up her cheeks.
Carmen struck me as an innocent girl at first glance, but I could see now that there was a side of her that craved this, maybe even loved it. And I had no intention of stopping.
“You’ve been a good girl, Carmen,” I whispered. “And now I’m going to fuck you.”
She blinked at me, wide-eyed, as though unsure she’d heard me right.
“Get on the bed,” I said firmly.
She scrambled to her feet and climbed onto the bed. Her movements were hurried, but I caught the nervous glances she stole at me when she thought I wasn’t looking.
I stroked my cock slowly, letting her see exactly what she was about to take.
I ripped open the condom wrapper with my teeth and rolled it on, her eyes darting away as she blushed.
“Look at me, Carmen.”
She didn’t.
“I said, look at me.”
She shuddered at my tone, and something told me no one had ever spoken to her like this before, let alone in a moment like this.
“Why do you want me to look at you?” she asked, her voice small but tinged with defiance. It was the first thing she’d said in a while.
Normally, I would’ve bent her over and smacked her ass until my handprints marked her skin for questioning me, but this was our first time.
Instead, I answered simply. “Because I want you to. And because you’ve been stealing glances at my cock since. Now, I’m giving you permission to stare.”
She pursed her lips and stuck her nose in the air, her pride refusing to break.
I chuckled. “Look at me, Carmen.”
When she finally did, I couldn’t help but laugh softly.
“I thought as much,” I said, reaching for my belt.
“What are you doing?” she asked, disbelief flickering in her gaze.
“Shh.” I pressed a finger against her lips, silencing her.
Grabbing her wrists, I pulled her hands above her head and tied them together with my belt.
Her cheeks flushed a deeper shade of red. “What’s your name? I don’t even know your name. And what’s my safe word?”
“Now, now, Carmen,” I said with a smirk. “What’s a safe word for? I’m going to ruin you in ways you approve of.”
Her eyes widened briefly, shock giving way to anticipation.
I pulled her legs toward me, spreading them open. Her glistening, wet pussy was a sight to behold.
Clean-shaven, pink, and inviting. When she instinctively tried to close her legs, I pried her thighs further apart.
Her chest rose and fell rapidly, her breathing uneven as a myriad of emotions - desire, lust, and nervous anticipation, played out on her face.
I leaned in and kissed her lips softly, savoring her taste. She tasted of wine - rich, intoxicating. I sucked her lower lip, biting down gently, committing her flavor to memory.
When I pulled away, her eyes were still closed.
Hooking her legs over my shoulders, I slid two fingers inside her, and she cried out, her back arching.
She was soaking wet, her tight walls gripping me as I moved my fingers in and out.
“Fuck,” she moaned softly, rolling her head back.
I pulled my fingers out and popped one into my mouth, groaning as her taste lingered on my tongue. “You taste so fucking good, Carmen.”
But I wasn’t done. Not even close.
I slid back inside her, this time with my cock. Her tight, wet warmth stretched around me as I buried myself deep.
“Fuck!” I groaned, gripping her thighs. “You’re so fucking tight.”
Her cries filled the room as I found my rhythm, fucking her hard and deep, until she screamed for me just as she’d asked.
SixMorning arrived too soon, sunlight streaming through curtains I didn’t remember closing. The sheets beside me were empty but still warm.The muffled sound of running water from the bathroom pulled me back into reality. Last night had been wild, too wild to forget.I closed my eyes, replaying flashes of Carmen’s face, her body, the way she screamed my name.My phone buzzed on the nightstand, cutting through the haze. I grabbed it.Flight Reminder. New York.The assignment.This was my ticket out. The last task Don Vincenzo had for me. Complete it, and I’d finally leave this life behind.I got dressed quickly, slipping into my usual black-on-black attire. I didn’t wait for her to finish her shower.No goodbyes, no promises, no attachments. Just another fleeting moment to lock away with the rest of my sins.I paused briefly at the bathroom door, almost willing her to step out. Instead, I turned and left, my footsteps echoing in the silence.Twenty-four hours later, I stood in Capo Ma
ArabellaI walked into the gala, each step measured, each movement draped in a practiced smile. Outside, I was elegance personified. Inside, I was unraveling.My palms were clammy, my heartbeat thrumming uncomfortably fast. But no one could know. I kept my posture impeccable, waving at a few familiar faces as I passed.Still, my thoughts kept spiraling back to that moment at the Capo’s mansion—the moment Marco’s hand landed on my waist, possessive and suffocating.His touch still lingered, a phantom weight on my skin. “Six,” Marco had declared, his voice carrying across the room like a spotlight. “Come meet my fiancée. She’s a beautiful woman, you’ll see.”I had glanced up then, the air in my lungs catching as my gaze collided with his. Six. The man I’d worked so hard to forget. The man whose penetrating eyes could strip me bare in a way that no one else ever had.The memories of that night came flooding back - sharp, vivid, relentless. The feel of his hands, his breath skimming my ea
SixKatherine’s eyes gleamed as she looked at me, a huge smile on her lips.Usually, I would have enjoyed the attention. She was a beautiful woman, probably the daughter of one of the powerful men in the room.I would have engaged with her, stared into those flirty eyes just for the fun of it, but I couldn’t.The thought wasn’t all that appealing anymore, not when she was right beside me, and I could feel her eyes traveling over me. I wondered what she was thinking, what was running through her mind.I turned to look at her, and she raised a brow at me. I frowned, feeling confused.Katherine cleared her throat, a sheepish smile on her face. I turned back to her. “What?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Arabella came to my rescue. “Katherine said something. She was expecting a reply...”I stole a quick glance at her, wondering if there was a hint of jealousy in her voice or if it was all in my head. I turned back to stare at Katherine and flashed her one of my rare full smiles
ArabellaSparks flew when our fingers touched. A jolt of electricity shot up my arm, leaving me breathless and confused. I couldn’t understand the tension between us.Why did staring into those midnight-black eyes make my heart race like a frightened rabbit?It was hard to explain what was happening. I pulled my hand away as if burned, and he did the same. The waiter was still staring at us with expectant eyes, his gaze making my skin prickle with discomfort.I dramatically cleared my throat, embarrassment warming my cheeks, and mouthed, “I’m sorry,” before taking a glass of wine and walking off, desperate to escape the suffocating tension.I could hear his footsteps following closely behind me, each one sending a wave of anxiety through my body. I took a large sip of my wine, the bitter liquid doing little to calm my frayed nerves.Six was a distraction I couldn’t afford, especially not tonight. I had an important task ahead, and fear of failure clawed at my insides.My grip on my pu
ArabellaSix followed me until I reached the restroom. I glared at him before walking in, hatred burning in my veins at the way he shadowed my every move.Just as I was about to shut the door, he put his foot between it. “I’ll be out here waiting for you,” he said, his voice cold and possessive.I didn’t reply. I tried to close the door again, but he didn’t move his foot.“Don’t lock it,” he instructed, eyes narrowing with suspicion that made my stomach clench.I huffed and nodded. He pulled away, and I shut the door. My heart was thumping so hard in my chest that I was sure everyone in the building could hear it.I carefully tiptoed around, my eyes scanning the dimly lit space for something, anything, that could aid my escape. I wasn’t just searching for a temporary outlet; I was searching for a way out of the life that threatened to trap me.Near the far corner, half-hidden by a streak of moonlight, I spotted a large, unguarded window. My pulse quickened. Without a second thought, I
SixI waited patiently by the door, the ticking of my watch echoing in my ears as I counted each passing second.Arabella was supposed to be out here by now. I mean, how long did it take to go to the restroom?I did mental mathematics, five minutes? Ten? There was no telling what women were up to inside the restroom, but she had taken unusually long.I drew closer, my eyes flickering to the ladies’ sign on the door, the only thing preventing me from barging in.“Arabella,” I called softly.When I didn’t get an answer, my voice became louder. “Arabella!” But there was no response. My heart, normally steady, began to drum anxiously, beads of sweat forming on my forehead.I shifted my weight from one foot to the other, wondering how long I should wait before taking action. I counted down in my head, one, two, three, four…After what felt like an eternity, I couldn’t stand the silence any longer. I pushed open the door with a frustrated grunt. “Son of a…” slipped out before I could catch
ArabellaI let out an audible sigh of relief as I sauntered away. It was the same sigh of relief I let out when I realized Six didn’t hear my prior conversation with Don Corleone.If he had, my whole plan would have been completely ruined. When he called out to me at first, I was terrified that he had listened in on our conversation, but then, when he didn’t say anything, I relaxed.I could hear his footsteps trailing close behind as I walked through the small crowd of guests and outside the hall.I had enough partying for the night. All I wanted was to quietly retire. I wanted time alone, away from the man who was not that far behind.I bit my lower lip as a small blush crept up on my face, thinking about moments ago. His arm locked around my waist, his deep voice dark with warning, “Never do that again, Arabella...”The way my name rolled off his tongue made it sound exotic. The flash of anger in those midnight-black eyes left butterflies in my stomach.Why was I suddenly excited abo
ArabellaI woke up to the sound of movement—soft footsteps padded across the floor. My eyelids fluttered open as I struggled to adjust to the lighting in the room.My body was still heavy with sleep, my mind sluggish as I blinked against the morning light filtering through the sheer curtains.Before I could fully register what was happening around me, maids began pouring into the room. They moved in perfect sync, led by an older woman with sharp eyes and a no-nonsense demeanor.Carts were pushed in, one overflowing with luxurious new clothes, another carrying a silver tray piled high with breakfast, and a third stocked with delicate glass bottles of scented oils, soaps, and other cosmetics I couldn’t recognize at first glance.A whole production unfolded around me as the maids swiftly laid out everything on the bed.I sat up slowly, still groggy, trying to grasp what was happening when a shadow fell over the doorway.Capo Marco.The sight of him sent a cold wave of disgust washing ove
ArabellaMarco’s arms were warm around me, but I couldn’t relax. My whole body was rigid. My heart hammered loudly in my chest.I tried not to think about it. I really did. But my mind wouldn’t stop playing that moment on loop—Six’s hand brushing my thigh, his mouth kissing me all over, and later… the way he’d slipped my underwear into his pocket like it belonged to him. Like I did. He said I was his.Heat rushed to my cheeks.Marco chuckled above me. “You don’t have to be shy around me, mi amore,” he said, lifting my chin with his finger. “You’re going to be my wife.”Wife.The word hit hard.I blinked up at him, confused. “What?”He just smiled like he hadn’t noticed the way my breath hitched. “You heard me, Arabella.”I didn’t know what to say. My throat felt tight. So I just nodded. It was easier that way. Pretend like I agreed. Pretend like everything was okay.Marco opened the door to my bedroom and carried me in. He dropped me gently to my feet when we got inside.I heard soft
SixI asked her to stop. She was wearing white lacy underwear with a bow in front. I was gawking at her.There was something about her in those lacy panties that did my head in. I stared at her flat belly, then at her full, long legs.I exhaled. This woman would be the death of me. I touched her crotch area, tracing a path down to the wet spot between her legs.“Nice choice of undies,” I remarked.She smiled, but I didn’t miss the look that crossed her face.“Let me guess, Marco’s choice?” I asked in a strained voice.She nodded, looking at me with wide eyes, like a deer caught in headlights. “Do you ever think of him?” I asked.She shook her head vigorously. “No. His touch repulses me…”I touched her again down there, gently. “And mine?”Of course I was jealous. It was torture to watch them together. I needed to be sure. I needed reassurance.She sucked in a deep breath and shook her head. “I like it when you touch me,” she whispered.I crouched in front of her and pulled down her pa
ArabellaHe ended the kiss abruptly and pulled away from me. I glanced at him—his head was bowed. My chest was heaving, but I wanted this. I wanted him. There was a throbbing between my legs that I knew only he could satisfy.“Six,” I called out to him in a soft whisper.He looked up at me, his eyes darkened with desire, and his lips were red from kissing.I averted my eyes, suddenly feeling self-conscious under the intensity of his stare. “I... I...”“I want to fuck you, Arabella,” he blurted out.My breath caught in my throat. “What?” My voice was hoarse and barely audible.“You heard me, Arabella. I want to fuck you,” he said with a small smirk, looking at me. “Of course, you know that. You see it in the way I look at you, you feel it when I touch you...”“Six...”“We are alone, Arabella. If I continue to kiss you, I’m not going to stop at kissing you. As much as I want you, I don’t want to take advantage of you, especially in your vulnerable state.”“I want you to fuck me.” I didn
SixI stood by the double doors, back straight, eyes fixed on the far wall. My hands were clasped behind me, fingers twitching with controlled tension. I tried not to look—God knows I tried.But she was in the mirror.Arabella.How could I not steal a look?In beautiful silk and lace, she stood in the middle of the room. The dress clung to her like it was carved on her body, half-zipped and half-exposed, her skin glowing softly under the golden light.Marco lounged in a velvet chair a few feet away, legs spread, watching her as if she were a prized possession meant for display. He licked his lower lip, a crooked smile on his face.“She’ll make a beautiful bride, won’t she, Six?” he said, his voice low and smug.I didn’t look at him. I didn’t even blink. I kept my gaze fixed on the wall, determined to stay detached.“Yes,” I answered, my jaw set tight. I stole a quick glance at her again.My voice came out flat. It was hard to stay in control when all I wanted to do was charge at him a
ArabellaThe night was too quiet.Not peaceful - just still. Exactly how I felt on the inside. I was tired of crying; I had cried all day until my eyes were swollen and red.I felt like a weight was crushing me down, and I was too tired to react.I stepped out onto the balcony, my bare feet touching the cold stone. The silk robe I wore clung to my skin— soft and light— but it didn’t make me warm.I wrapped my arms around myself and walked to the railing. The moon was bright tonight. Too bright. Like it was watching me.I stared at the stars for a moment, lost in the beauty of the night sky.I didn’t know if I was alone, but I didn’t care.Not at first.I just stood there, staring out at the trees and the garden, breathing in the cool air like I needed it to stay sane, because I did.Nothing had prepared me for the encounter with my father today. I thought the last time I saw him, when he dropped me off at the mansion, would be the last I’d see of him for a long time. I had almost forg
SixThe room smelled of smoke and alcohol. The men around the table were smoking huge cigars and drinking whiskey. I sat on the edge of the dark leather sofa, one leg crossed over the other.Across from me, Arabella’s father sat stiffly in a bright purple plaid suit. The man had questionable style. His hair was silver-white and styled to perfection.The expensive Richard Mille wristwatch on his hand, paired with the gold bracelet and chunky gold rings, oozed wealth.It was probably new, dirty money he had received from selling off his own daughter to a vile man like Marco.Marco leaned back with a smug smile. “So tell me again, Enzo Rodriguez. Why couldn’t you make it to your own daughter’s engagement party?”Arabella’s father cleared his throat, adjusting the collar of his shirt like it might help his excuse land better. “I had a prior engagement,” he said, his voice cool and clipped. “Business. It couldn’t be postponed.”Business. That’s what she was to him too, I guessed. A busines
ArabellaThe ghost of Six’s lips still burned on mine, and I hadn’t even opened my eyes yet.My body was suspended in the moment, somewhere between disbelief and a dizzying warmth that made my head spin.I was barely aware of the space between us now, barely registering that he had pulled away.And then—“Bella.”My eyes snapped open at the sound of Marco’s voice.Panic slammed into me at full force. A small gasp escaped my lips.He was standing in the doorway, his eyes bouncing between me and Six. His expression was unreadable. It was hard to tell what he was thinking.Six was doing a good job of pretending, standing at my bedside with his hands behind his back, a natural at this, but me?I was frozen still, my lips still plump, and my neck? I pulled the neckline of my dress closer, wondering if my neck was red at this point.My heart was hammering so hard I thought it might leap out of my chest. Not just because of what had almost happened— what had happened— Six’s soft lips moving
ArabellaMy eyelids slowly fluttered open as I struggled to adjust to the bright lights in the room. A dull ache throbbed at the back of my head, and my limbs felt heavy.As my vision cleared, I found myself staring into a familiar pair of midnight-black eyes. It was the same set of eyes I had been looking into when I...I sat up with a start, only to be hit with an immediate wave of dizziness.“Hey, take it easy,” he said in his deep baritone voice, placing an arm around me and gently tucking me back into bed. “You need a lot of rest. Your body needs time to recover. You were poisoned.” He glanced at me. “I poisoned you, but don’t worry. Just another night’s rest, and you’ll be o—”“Wait, what did you say?” I blurted out, my eyes wide with shock.“I said you have to rest up, so you’ll feel be—”“No, no, before that,” I interjected.He furrowed his brows. “Oh, the part where I said I poisoned you.”“Ho... How could...”Before I could finish my sentence, Maria and two other women strol
ArabellaThe folded slip of paper burned in my palm, my fingers curling tightly around it as I forced myself to keep moving.The waiter who had slipped it to me walked ahead, pausing only briefly to glance back before disappearing into the crowd.My heart thundered in my chest, but I couldn’t stop, couldn’t react. Not here. Not now.Marco groaned against my side, his full weight pressing into me as I struggled to support him up the stairs. He was drunk; more than drunk.His breath was hot against my neck as he leaned closer to whisper, “Arabella, my love.” He chuckled, his words slurred, the amused look in his eyes making me uneasy.“God, you’re so hot,” he muttered, his grip tightening around my waist. “You have no idea how much I want you right now.”I forced out a laugh, light and teasing, hoping he wouldn’t notice the tension in my body. “You’re drunk, Marco. I’ll just get you to your room.”“And you’re beautiful,” he stated, giving me a long look as if seeing me for the first tim