LOGINI wiped my hands slowly with a napkin, not even bothering to lift my eyes.
"Does the young master rule the heavens and earth, or does he rule where people throw their trash?""Besides, digging through the trash is a habit for dogs."My fingers went slack, and the napkin fluttered down onto the dessert box, covering it entirely.He strode quickly into the room, his gaze locked on the mess in the trash can."What the hell are you trying to say?!"I finally lifted mElena Voss didn't know how she had made it through the night.The contract was signed, but the ink was a blurry mess in front of her eyes.The clients had finally been escorted away by their assistants, and she had managed to maintain a polite, professional smile until the last shadow vanished down the hallway.The moment she was alone, the strength left her spine.She slumped against the cold wall to keep from falling.The world was spinning.Her head felt like it was filled with lead."Mmm...""Go home..."She mumbled, stumbling toward the exit.Her footsteps felt like she was walking on clouds.Her heel caught on a piece of carpet, making her stumble.She frowned, pulled the shoes off her feet, and continued barefoot.The cold carpet grounded her slightly as she wobbled toward the parking garage.The night air hit her, and the alcohol hit her even harder.She leaned against a concrete pillar, squinting at
Alexander's voice dropped to a low, hungry growl as he buried his face in the crook of my neck, inhaling deeply.He needed more.The lingering powerlessness from that plot control needed to be burned away, replaced by the raw, undeniable reality of me.His arms tightened around me like iron bands, his voice thick with a raspy ache."Lisa, I'm hurting."Before I could ask where, he swept me off my feet and strode toward the penthouse terrace.There, a massive, custom built stone tub was already filled with steaming water, perched right at the edge of the glass railing, overlooking the entire city."Lisa, do you remember this tub?"I looked at the swirling steam rising into the night air, high above the glowing Manhattan skyline, and my heart skipped a violent beat.Memories flooded back. I couldn't help but let out a soft, wicked laugh."How could I forget?"I poked a finger against the hard, rhythmic muscle of his chest, my eyes
Alexander hiked me higher against him, his nose grazing the sensitive curve of my neck. His breath was a scorching brand against my skin."Yeah. I did it on purpose."He admitted it with a raw, unapologetic honesty. His voice was so raspy it was barely a whisper."I needed to bring you back here. I needed you to remember..."He nipped at my earlobe, his voice dropping into a low, predatory vibration."The first time you came here... how recklessly you tried to seduce me."A jolt of heat shot straight down my spine. I braced myself against his shoulders, forcing a playful glare."Mr. Knight, I didn't realize you were into this kind of thing."I let out a shaky breath."Is the office play not enough anymore? Now you're doing role-play reenactments?"Alexander's lips brushed the corner of my mouth, teasingly close but not quite landing."It's a significant anniversary, don't you think? It deserves a revisit."My heart skipped
Lila stood frozen in the doorway of the Azure Lounge. Wine still dripped from her hair. Her dress was a wrinkled, stained mess.She looked up.And saw Alexander holding me tight against his chest.His profile was hard. Cold. But his arms wrapped around me like a fortress.Nothing like the icy indifference he'd shown her inside.I looked over Alexander's shoulder. My eyes found the girl in the shadowed corridor.Young. A mess. Wet hair. Pale dress stained dark with wine. Tracks of tears on her cheeks. Eyes red-rimmed.Fragile. Pitiful. The kind of helpless that made men want to save her.Our eyes met.Something flickered in my chest.The face was delicate. Pale. A teardrop mole at the corner of her eye. The picture of innocence battered by storms.I'd never seen this girl before. But something felt wrong.Not memory. Instinct. A warning from somewhere deep.Like I'd seen her before. Or should have.The vibe...
Slade froze, intimidated by the look in Alexander's eyes. His grip on Lila loosened instinctively.Lila scrambled backward. Relief and fear warred in her chest.The system backlash was crushing. But it worked. He'd stopped them.Alexander drew a sharp breath. Fighting to suppress the force tearing at his mind.He tugged at his tie. The movement was rough. Agitated."Mr. Knight. What's this about?""You said to enjoy myself.""Can't handle it?"Slade's face darkened. Having his prey snatched away stung.Alexander's palm stung. Blood dripped, mixing with the spilled liquor.The moment he'd spoken, the pull eased.So. Giving in to it lessened the pain.No.If he pushed harder, he couldn't guarantee he'd make it to Lisa in one piece.He might lose control. Do something unforgivable. To Lila.Tonight was over."It's about knowing when to stop.""You're a smart man, Mr. Slade. Push further, and this stops
Elena squinted. Her heart dropped.That back. That presence. It couldn't be anyone but Alexander."Lisa, don't jump to conclusions. It's probably just a business thing..."Elena rushed to soothe her.But I just smiled. My fingertip tapped lightly against my chin."Jump? Why would I jump?""I'm just curious. What kind of 'business thing' requires bringing a pretty girl along?""Haven't seen her before.""New assistant? Interesting taste."My voice was light. No anger. Like I was commenting on a stranger.Elena frowned. Lowered her voice."Want me to go with you? Check it out?""Check what?"I laughed softly. Hooked my arm through Elena's. Kept walking."Come on. Client first.""Business before pleasure.""What?"Elena blinked.I curved my lips into a bright smile."Men have their pride. Women have their dignity.""Don't worry."---Inside the Azure Lounge, the lighting was di
The sun dipped toward the horizon, bathing the small courtyard in a warm, amber glow.With our flight scheduled for eight that evening, Alexander and I were getting ready to head to the airport.Sir Arthur stood at the gate, his rough, calloused palm landing on Alexander's shoulder with
I tossed my words out lightly, slicing through the thin, delicate tension between the two Knight men.Alexander Knight turned slowly.A cold, mocking smile tugged at his lips."Always finding ways to put me to work, Miss White.""What’s your advice? Go on.""It&rsqu
Alexander's palm closed around hers, steadying the fishing rod firmly between her fingers."Mermaid?""Not in this sea."His voice brushed her ear, laced with quiet amusement."But there's a disobedient one on this boat."I opened my mouth to reply.The warm pad of h
The white yacht sliced through the azure sea, its engines humming a steady, low purr. A briny wind, sharp with the tang of the open sea, swept into the cabin.I leaned against the porthole, watching the pier shrink into a cluster of colorful blocks in the distance.Alexander sat opposit







