LOGINRaina Cole
“This way, ma’am,” the hostess led me away from the public area. Cassie and Katrina were still waving and winking like idiots as I followed. She led me into a smaller room that was dimly lit with blue and red colors. It was quieter and more private. I took a seat on the only couch that was in the center of the room. It had a side table beside it with champagne chilling in an ice bucket “Your dancer will be with you shortly,” she said, then left me alone with the music humming low through hidden speakers. I looked around, my heart beating steadily. I would never have thought that I’d be in a place like this It was just a dare for ten minutes. I could handle it, what could possibly go wrong? He finally walked in and the air in the room changed. He took one look at me and smirked, and I could swear I felt my heart miss a beat. If I thought he looked good on the stage, I underrated his appearance because…damn. His facial features were perfectly arranged, making him look like he fell out of the sky. His shoulders were broader than I thought, and my gaze drifted lower, helplessly, counting the rigid abs on his stomach The hostess turned the music on and gave me a knowing smile before she left us alone together, my ten minutes starting immediately He started moving slowly, matching the low beat of the music. His hips rolled with every thump, steady and controlled, not rushed. The way his body moved was too smooth, too confident, like he knew exactly what he was doing to me. He ran a hand down his chest, past his abs, stopping just above his waistband. Then he turned around, giving me a full view of his back — all hard muscle and perfect motion as he swayed with the rhythm. I found myself wishing he could be on top of me while I drew lines on his well-toned back. When he faced me again, his eyes locked on mine. He didn’t look away, not even once, as his fingers went to the button of his pants. One pop, then a slow slide down. The fabric hit the floor, leaving him in black briefs that showed way too much. My throat went dry. I didn’t even recognize myself right now. I’d closed deals with men who could buy small countries, and never once did my pulse skip like this. One man with abs and a smirk, and suddenly my brain clocked out early. I shifted on the couch, crossing my legs as though I could squeeze my arousal and desire back in like that would make it less pathetic. I’d spent three years building walls so high no man could climb them. And now here I was, melting under dim lights because one decided to roll his hips in front of me. He walked closer to me, and I felt my pulse quicken, betraying me He walked around me, like I was prey and he was circling me. His hands touched my shoulder and I shivered. He dragged his fingers across my shoulders until he reached the nape of my neck. I closed my eyes, titling my head to give me better access. God…. his touch was…electric. He leaned closer until I felt his hot breath on my neck. His hands caressed my neck and shoulders, slowly descending to my chest till his hands were almost on my breast I wanted him to go lower and hold them, squeeze them or give them any sort of release, but he withdrew his hands instead and walked in front of me, pouring me a glass of champagne He handed it to me and I took it. I desperately needed something to lubricate my dry mouth and throat. A faint beep buzzed in his ear, almost inaudible, maybe a part of his choreography The glass was raised to my lips, and I was about to take a sip when he took the glass from me and poured the content on his chest I watched as the liquid glided smoothly down his chest and his ridged abs and I followed the motion, wishing I could lick it off of him as the droplets disappeared at the waistband of his briefs. At this point, my breathing was coming out in slow rasps. I needed to get out of here and find somewhere to relieve myself. The mere thought of spreading my legs wide and caressing my clit, dipping my fingers into my warm, wet pussy after three fucking years made every nerve in my body light up I had never been this horny I always found a way to manage it but this time I wished this man would hold me and aggressively fuck me until I couldn’t think about him anymore. Shit. I felt slick wet moisture drip down my vaginal walls, slow and sweet. My panties would be soaking wet. He crouched, looking up at me as he slid his hands in between my legs He didn’t even need to do much, just a single touch in between my closed legs and my legs fell open He smiled like he could smell my arousal Fuck, I wouldn’t mind letting this man take me right here, right now I closed my eyes reclining, his hot breath caressing my thighs Then I felt his fingers inching towards my inner thighs Yes, pleasee. Touch me where I needed you the most. His hands went higher, inching closer; suddenly he stopped. My eyes flung open, shooting him a questioning glance He looked over my needy body with a smirk. “Your ten minutes are up” He strode, and I watched his ass as he picked up his pants that he had taken off earlier and put them on. He glanced at me, that same infuriating smirk on his lips and for the first time I heard him speak. “You look like a woman who hasn’t been touched in a very long time. Call me, I’d be more than willing, Raina” I hadn’t recovered from the rich bass of his voice and how it made my body vibrate when he dropped the card on the side table and walked out, the door closing behind him. I sat there, still trembling, my skin buzzing where he’d touched me. For the first time since my almost wedding, I wasn’t in control of anything—not my pulse, not my thoughts, not even my body. Then it hit me. Wait…he said my name. I never told him my name. How the hell did he know who I was?Raina Cole. Give her a good show? Simple words but terrifying meaning Because if the “show” felt anything like what had just happened?I was one slip away from breaking every rule I ever created to protect myself.And I refuse food. Not again. Not over a man whose name I just learned forty eight hours ago. I didn’t survive heartbreak, and I rebuild my entire life just to melt in one stupid week.This week was supposed to prove something:That no man could touch me, sway me, or make me lose myself again.I straightened my spine. Ken was still so close I could feel his infuriating magnetic warmth, the warmth is the exact reason I betray my own rules in the first place. “Fine,” I said, steadying my breath as I stepped away from him. “We’ll give them a show. A good one. In public.”His mouth curved like he had been waiting for me to say that.“But,” I added sharply, lifting a finger between us, “we’re re-establishing the rules.”“Rules? Again?” he repeated, amused already. “Of cours
Aiden CrossI opened my eyes and got a face full of Raina’s hair. There were a lot of ways I planned to start my morning. Raina wrapped around me wasn’t one of them.She didn’t just cross the imaginary line SHE set, she was practically using my body as a pillow. I cleared her hair from my face, pushing it behind her. The strands slid easily between my fingers. Her cheek was pressed over my heart, her leg thrown across mine. Her mouth was slightly open, a streak of dried saliva plastered at the corner.I had wanted to share a room with her. Separate rooms would’ve made this mission harder.The same room meant I could watch her, learn her habits, see when she left, when she slept…watched her every moment and know when to strike. And have a little fun breaking her while she tried not to fall apart around me. But I wasn't prepared for the warmth and softness of her body.I should push her off. My hands moved to shove her away but somehow ended up on her waist instead.She stirred a li
Raina Cole “Separate rooms?! Why?” My mom looked physically alarmed when she saw us trying to pick different rooms. “Mom, I promise it’s fine. We both agree. Right Ken?” “Anything you decide, sweetheart.” He replied.What was wrong with him? Why was he replying like I was forcing my decision on him? This was not what we agreed to!Before I could say anything, he put his arm on the door frame, leaning slightly on the door. His movement caused the hem of his shirt to snag up just enough to see the outline of his abdominal muscles. My eyes involuntarily followed the strong v-cut line on his midsection till it disappeared into his pants. “Raina be serious. We’re not in the 1800s. You’re young, you’re in love and I definitely don’t expect both of you to sleep in separate rooms for a whole week.” Ken cleared his throat, lightly touching my mother on her shoulder. Good, he was about to make my mom understand. “Mrs. Cole, honestly, I was hoping you’d talk some sense into Raina. I wou
Aiden CrossRich people always cried pretty.At least that’s what years of watching them crumble or losing a loved one has taught me.Soft tears, controlled breaths, one hand delicately covering their faces so they could be “picture ready” even in tragedy.But Raina didn’t exactly fit the usual narrative. The moment her father hit the floor, she was already scrambling to him, kneeling on the floor beside him.The sound of her cries was raw, broken, stripped of every ounce of that icy composure she wore like armor.There was nothing graceful about it. No pretty tears. No poise.Just a daughter begging her father to breathe.I reached into my pocket and felt my chapstick. The thumb pressed the base, feeling the weight of the poison still intact— the poison I intended to use on Raina’s father.If I didn’t get to Robert Cole first, then who did? Did Silas assign someone else?As I stood there watching as the family doctor arrived, I felt nothing. No iota of pity for the old man.“Could so
Raina Cole Goddamn, he drove me crazy. He played the part well. Too well I wasn’t here for closure. I was here to smile so sweetly that it burned Shawn alive inside. But even now, I could still feel where his fingers had been, a phantom warmth that refused to fade. My parents adored him already. Shawn sat across from me, jaw tight, fork unmoving. I could feel the jealousy bleeding off him. Good. My sister just stared, disbelief flickering behind her fake smile like she couldn’t believe I’d actually brought someone… perfect. “Raina, oh my gosh, I love him,” my mom whispered as soon as he left. My dad joined in. “How long have you two been together?” My brain blanked. Shit. Ken and I hadn’t talked about that. “Uh… a year now,” I lied. I smiled, hoping they couldn’t tell. I made a mental note to get my story straight with Ken. “A year?” my mother gasped. “And you never told us!” I gave a shy laugh. “It happened fast.” Ken came back and took his seat b
Aiden Cross The Cole estate could feed a small country. Marble driveways. The mansion looked exactly like I expected, expensive, cold, and screaming for attention. Typical rich-people setup Raina was quiet beside me. I’d spent a few hours with her on the jet, and I’d already learned her tell. The way she bit her cheek when she was nervous. I caught myself. This wasn’t the kind of information I was supposed to be getting out of her but I couldn’t help but notice “You always bring fake boyfriends home, or am I special?” Her head snapped toward me. “Behave. That’s my mom.” She pointed to the entrance and I looked through the tinted windows of the car. I stepped out first, adjusted my shirt, and helped her down. Cameras flashed from somewhere in the distance. Not paparazzi — private security lenses. Her mom’s smile widened when she saw Raina, and she rushed to hug her. “Oh my baby, welcome. You have no idea how happy you’ve made your mothe







