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Kadir looked at me skeptically, but he nodded in agreement. “Good luck, Striker.”
He left, pausing at the door. “You’ll need to hang those or they’ll wrinkle.” He gestured to the pile of dresses left on the mussed bed. I hadn’t even paid attention to the outfit he’d dressed me in. It was black and made of a gauzy material that flowed around me almost lighter than air, with a plunging neckline. But it was the ornate silver lilies embroidered into the skirt that caught my attention. Each one featured a tiny skull, its mouth open in a morbid grin.
“I will,” I whispered, my throat tight with emotion. Kadir had risked so much to help me and now I was alone.
“I’ll hang those up for you, my lady.” Mirijana bustled in all smiles as she looked around, oblivious to the tension. “Aella set up the heated pool for you on the patio. We thought you may need a soak.” She didn’t hint about my night with Theron again, but it was there, left unsaid. Taking off my parting gift from Kadir, I hung it up before pulling on my robe and heading out onto the patio. The night sky was a deep navy blue, sprinkled with specks of stars like sugar on a cake.
The desert city was spread out below us; its labyrinth of narrow winding streets filled with shops, water forums, and markets illuminated by lanterns glowing golden against the darkness. Above them all loomed the mountains like an impenetrable fortress, standing tall against any would-be attackers. To think that once this was a place of peace; now all I saw was desperation, whether it be under a veneer of gold or sand.
The air was heavy but still comfortably warm; a gentle breeze carried scents of exotic spices, burning incense, and perfumed oils from far away.
The pool was waiting for me, a steaming cauldron of hot water with welcoming bubbles that made my skin tingle. I stepped into the pool, hissing as the heat began soothing all my most intimate aches. It had been years since I’d had a sexual partner, and none of them came close to Theron’s size. The water was delicious, sinking deep into all of my aching muscles. I lay back, letting myself float on the surface while watching the stars twinkle in the night sky.
Thoughts of Theron crept into my head unbidden, his broad shoulders and dark eyes that seemed to see beyond what I allowed people; but then I remembered how he had ordered the razing of Caurium, uncaring as he watched us suffer from above, his face unmoving as if he’d been carved from stone. He wasn’t a good man; he was my enemy and the only reason I felt this way was because of his magic. Who knew what intentions he put into the metal? He could increase it every time his eyes flooded black, and I’d never know. None of it was real. I had to focus on completing the mission. It was the only thing that mattered. I shook my head in frustration; it was all just too much for one night.
I closed my eyes and let out a sigh as I sank further down into the hot water until I was completely submerged.
I felt a gaze on me, heavy and intense. My eyes flew open to see Theron standing at the edge of the patio, watching me float in the water with an intensity that made my heart thump painfully fast. He began unbuttoning his shirt, looking like something out of a dream as he bared his muscular chest. His dark hair hung loose around his chiseled face, and he held my gaze as if daring me to look away first.
“Are you sore,Sihaya?“ He purred, and I glared at him.
“What does that matter?”
His dark eyes locked with mine and his expression said it all; he wanted me. He took his time stripping off his clothes before stepping into the pool, joining me in the warm embrace of the water.
“So I can decide if I’m going to fuck you with my cock or my mouth.” His erection bobbed in front of me and I swallowed hard, a mix of desire and rage rising within me. Theron had caused so much pain and destruction, yet I couldn’t deny the pull I felt toward him. It was his magic, I told myself, but deep down something whispered in me it was more than that. His muscular frame pressed against mine, his lips finding my neck as his hands roamed my curves. I moaned despite myself, my body betraying me with each touch.
“I’m fine,” I murmured. “It doesn’t hurt.”
Theron pulled back, locking eyes with me again. “Tell me you don’t want this, Sihaya,” he challenged, his voice low and dangerous.
I wanted to resist him, to push him away and remind myself of everything he had done, but I couldn’t. Instead, I leaned forward, capturing his lips in a fierce kiss. Our tongues met, intertwining in a whirlwind of need and desire.
Theron’s hands moved lower, cupping my ass as he lifted me, pressing me against the side of the pool. His fingers roamed over my body, tracing the curves of my breasts before sliding lower to squeeze my backside. I moaned against his lips, grinding my hips against his as our bodies melded together in perfect harmony.
He pulled away, his eyes burning bright with desire as he gazed down at me. “I want you, Kael. All of you,” he murmured, pressing his forehead against mine.
My eyes fluttered shut, a surge of longing sweeping through me as I nodded in agreement. Theron moved closer, his lips capturing mine in a passionate kiss as his cock pressed against my entrance. I opened for him, my body welcoming him as he filled me up with each thrust. His mouth found my neck, sending sparks of pleasure through my veins as I clung to him, our bodies merging in the water’s warmth. It sloshed around us as we moved together in a frenzy of desire, each touch igniting a fire inside of me. Theron’s thrusts were powerful and deep, each one sending ripples of bliss through my body. Our bodies moved in perfect unison, each touch and caress a symphony of passion. I wrapped my legs around his waist, pulling him even closer, wanting him to fill me completely. He groaned against my neck, his grip on my hips tightening as he increased his pace.
I dug my nails into his back, urging him on, my body screaming for release. It hit me, a tidal wave of ecstasy that consumed me whole and I cried out his name, my legs shaking with the intensity of my orgasm. Theron followed suit, his cock jerking as he spilled himself inside of me with a shout.
We clung to each other, panting heavily, our bodies entwined in the warm water. For a moment, we stayed there, lost in each other’s embrace, enjoying the quiet stillness of the night. I looked up and my breath caught in my throat as I saw a figure standing on the balcony of the palace, watching us silently. It was the empress. Her face twisted in anger and hatred, her eyes blazing with rage as she stared down at me. The surrounding air seemed to thicken, and a chill ran through me as our gaze met.
Theron didn’t seem to notice her presence, but I did. And for some reason, the sight of her made me fiercely possessive of him; wanting to prove that he belonged to me and no one else. So I stayed where I was, wrapping my arms around Theron’s neck and pressing myself against him possessively as I ground against him, encouraging his softening cock to harden once more.
“Again,Sihaya?“ He grinned, stirring his hips and making me gasp.
“Yes,” I moaned, looking up and meeting her gaze as he began to slowly thrust into me once more. She sneered, drawing away into the darkness and I let myself go, lost in the pleasure of Theron’s body once more.
Chapter 25
Theron
Ilayinbedwith Kael, the morning light creeping in through the cracked bedroom door. I gazed at her sleeping form, content and happier than I could remember being in years. She’d been incredible the night before, so passionate and demanding. I was finally getting to know the real her, beyond the hostile facade she presented to the world. I ran my fingers through her silvery hair and down her back, circling the dimples at the base of her spine.
A knock sounded, interrupting our peaceful moment. Irritation pricked me, and I rolled out of bed, pulling on a pair of loose sleeping pants. I opened the door to find the empress standing before me. I glared at her, ready to shut the door in her face, but she stopped me with an upraised hand.
“Wait. It’s important.”
