All Chapters of No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

LilaLying there in Caden’s arms, his warmth enveloping me, I felt like the world outside didn’t exist. The way his fingers absentmindedly traced small patterns on my bare skin made me feel so alive, so connected to him in a way I hadn’t expected. I shifted slightly, pressing my cheek against his chest, listening to the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. We didn’t need to say anything; the silence between us was comfortable, peaceful even. Ringggg…. Not so peaceful after all. I rolled my eyes as Caden rolled out to pick his phone. I noticed his body tense up, and I felt him shift beneath me. I couldn’t help but watch his face, searching for some hint of what had changed in that moment. He let out a quiet sigh before dropping the phone back down. “I’ve got somewhere to be,” he murmured, his voice low and regretful.I frowned slightly, propping myself up on my elbow to look at him. “Where are you going?”He glanced at me but quickly looked away, a soft smile tugging at the corners of

CadenAs I left the Frost mansion, my phone vibrated in my pocket. I already knew who it was. Peru.I answered the call, and his voice was formal and straightforward as usual. "Caden, the ladies you requested are ready. They’ve been selected carefully—none of them want marriage or commitment. Some are in it for the money, others for the thrill. Twelve, in total."I sighed, running a hand through my hair. Twelve women, all chosen for one purpose—bearing my child. None of them had any emotional ties, none of them wanted love. It was a plan I’d set in motion to avoid falling into the complications of relationships. The irony wasn’t lost on me, considering where I’d just come from."I’m on my way," I muttered, ending the call.As I drove towards the designated meeting place, my thoughts wandered back to Lila. The warmth of her body still lingered in my memory, the way she fit perfectly against me. It was reckless, what we were doing. But it was also the best thing I’d felt in a long tim

CadenI returned to the Frost mansion just as the last rays of the sun were disappearing behind the treeline. The place was quiet, too quiet, but as I approached the front door, I could hear the faint sound of conversation inside. Pushing open the door, I stepped into the warm light of the entryway and was immediately greeted by Ronan, his voice booming across the room. He stood near the fireplace, talking to some guy I didn’t recognize. I narrowed my eyes at the stranger, instinctively assessing him. He was tall, well-dressed, but there was something about him that rubbed me the wrong way. I felt my wolf stir uneasily. He ordinarily was okay, I just did not feel okay with him.“Caden,” Ronan called out as I reached them. “Good timing. This is Ethan.”I gave a polite nod and shook the guy’s hand, feeling the tension between us immediately. My wolf growled low in the back of my mind, but I shoved the feeling down and focused on the exchange of pleasantries. Ethan’s handshake was firm

CadenSneaking out of Lila room wasn’t part of the plan, but then again, nothing with her ever seemed to go according to plan. I moved quickly, silently, using the shadows of the hallway to cover my retreat. My wolf instincts heightened my senses, making every footstep calculated and precise. The last thing I needed was to be caught sneaking out like some teenager after curfew.I made it to the second-floor landing and let out a small breath of relief. The door to my room was just a few steps away, and I could already imagine the solace of being alone for a moment to calm my racing heart. Just as my hand reached for the door, a voice broke through the quiet corridor.“Caden?”I froze, biting back a curse. Damn it.Turning slowly, I plastered a neutral expression onto my face as Lady Rose stepped into view, her gaze sharp and scrutinizing. She wasn’t a woman to be fooled easily. I quickly adjusted my posture, trying to appear as casual as possible, though my mind raced for an excuse.

CadenI was still buttoning up my shirt when the sun broke through the curtains, casting long streaks of golden light across the room. I had barely slept a wink all night, tossing and turning, unable to shake the images of Lila from my mind. Every time I closed my eyes, I saw Lila. Her body dripping with water, her skin glistening in the dim light of the bathroom. That damned towel barely covered her curves. The way I wanted to press her against the wall, claim every inch of her soft body, kiss her until we both couldn’t breathe and ram into her till she was screaming my name.I sighed heavily, running a hand through my hair. I needed to get a grip. The more I tried to suppress the thoughts, the harder they came rushing back. The feel of her against me, the taste of her lips still lingered on my tongue, and no matter how hard I tried to push it all away, I couldn’t stop thinking about her. A small, irritated growl escaped my throat as I buttoned the last of my shirt and slipped on m