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KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA
Standing in a room filled with criminals had rattled me, I wonโt lie, but when I likened them to the wizened old farts I have to deal with constantly at the office, the tension eased. Well, except Mrs. Harper. I love Mrs. Harper; sheโs a sweet old woman.As the familiar feeling of authority covered me like a warm blanket, I hate to admit it, but I actually enjoyed discussing our plans. And now, Iโm weirdly giddy about seeing them come to fruition, almost like when Penny and I used to steal sweets from my motherโs room when we were younger. Weโd run and hide, our little hearts racing with excitement, not because weโd succeeded, but because doing something naughty and not getting caught felt exhilarating.The crippling fear of being caught is still there, of course, but itโs balanced by the thrill bubbling up inside me. Not that Iโd ever tell Andronikos. His ego is big enough already and doesnโt need more inflation.We drove in silence to Andronikosโ penthouse. It was already evening an
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-03-06KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ANDRONIKOS
โNรณnos, the plan is coming out well. I have placed my men at strategic points in the port. Customs shouldnโt be a problem.โ Georgios informed me.โGood. Now focus on getting men to intercept the initial location of the goods before shipment. Some of them would be shipped primarily from Europe, so send messages to our men to get to those cars and ensure our goods are hidden properly.โ If they manage not to fuck this up, Adiraโs plan would be a huge success.โYes, Nรณnos. Iโll make sureโโMy goodness!The voice of my underboss droned into the background as I was struck dumb by the vision that was Adira. She looked magnificent. I had chosen the dress thinking of how itโll fit her beautiful curves, but my thoughts of her in it didnโt do justice to the woman walking down the stairs. My little flame looked absolutely ravishing.She finally reached the bottom of stairs, a coy smile aimed my way. She wore the necklace I got her, and it sat beautifully between her collarbones.โYou have a littl
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After I was done talking to my parents, I excused myself and went to look for the ladiesโ room. It seemed Andronikos had left while I was speaking to them, and now, I couldnโt find him anywhere. After asking around, I finally found the bathroom.When I was done with my business, I came out of the toilet stall to freshen up. My makeup was still surprisingly intact and I couldnโt help but admire once again the work Eric had done on me, including the necklace Andronikos gave me. I touched it, remembering the look on his face as I descended the stairs. I might be a virgin, but I know when a man wants something. And Andronikos wanted me.I smirked at my reflection before I started washing my hands. As I was doing so, someone entered the bathroom. The person joined me at the sink and began washing her hands.โDo you think he really cares about you?โ the woman suddenly asked.Is she talking to me? Ignoring her, I dried my hands under the automatic hand dryer and began to walk out.She blocke
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In all the times thoughts of devouring her had crossed my mind, I never imagined it would happen like this. My little flame tasted better than I had dreamed. Every suck and flick of my tongue pushed her closer to the edgeโan edge I planned to deny her for not trusting me.โNikos, Iโโ she gasped, teetering on the precipice of her release.I pulled back, licking my lips clean as I stepped away from her enticing core.Nรณstimi(Delicious) I smirked down at her disheveled state, waiting for the familiar ire to ignite in her eyesโand she didn't disappoint.โDid. You. Just. Leave. Me. ON EDGE!?โ The fire blazing in her gaze almost outshone the lust still simmering there. Adira was pissed, rightfully so, but I wasn't going to let her finish until she apologized for associating me with that poor excuse for a woman. Was that cruel of me? Maybe. But when have I ever been kind?โBe a good girl and apologize, and I'll give you what you desire.โ She looked at me, dumbstruck. For once, Iโd rende
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Those two words sent a rush of fire and satisfaction through my veins. As he pushed into me, inch by agonizing inch, all I could feel was him. The sensation was mind-blowingโboth too much and not enough at the same time. The sting of pain from losing my virginity made my breath hitch. It flared, sharp and raw, but surprisingly, Nikos grounded me with his touch.He moved in and out of me with deep but slow strokes, his lips finding mine in a rough kiss that was in stark contrast to how he was fucking me. He kissed me like he was trying to put a mark on my lips, the warmth of his mouth against mine, easing the sharp edges of my discomfort.The pain began to ebb as his hand slid to my breast, his thumb brushing over my sensitive nipple. The action sent jolts of pleasure through me.โBreathe Flogรญtsa mou,โ he murmured against my lips, his voice a soothing balm to my frazzled nerves.I obeyed him, exhaling shakily as his other hand found its way to my clit, his fingers moving in slow, deli
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During the ride to my apartment, sans the usual bickering between me and Iason, I couldnโt help but admit that things, had, in fact, changed between me and Andronikos. The thought that heโd definitely go back to his aloof self around me scared me a little, but I decided not to dwell on it too much.As I walked into my apartment, I heard music coming from my roomโa sure sign that Pen had already made herself at home. Iason, under orders from Andronikos, trailed behind me like a pesky fly. I told him he didnโt need to come, but getting rid of him was like trying to take a bone from a dogโs mouth. Impossible.โPen, Iโm here,โ I called out.I heard commotion from my room before she emerged in her favorite comfort outfitโcut-off jeans and a tank topโsquealing loudly.โAddy!โ she screamed, jumping on me in excitement. I laughed, realizing how much I missed her boisterous nature. My life had felt moody without her.โI missed you, Pen,โ I said, hugging her for a little longer than usual. Sens
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Adiraโs nails dug into my chest, her moans echoing in the dim room, the light streaming through the windows the only source of illumination. Her body moved against mine in a perfect rhythm, each motion sending shivers down my spine.Somehow, sheโd found her way on top of me, riding me as though I were her personal steedโand in this moment, I guess I was. She looked wild and unrestrained, her curls tumbling down her shoulders in a beautiful, chaotic mess. I gripped her hips, guiding her movements as my breathing grew ragged.โNikos,โ she whimpered, her voice trembling. โYou feel so good.โ She leaned down to kiss me, her lips soft and intoxicating.I could only groan in response, overwhelmed by the feel of her walls clenching around me. The way she moved, the fire in her eyesโshe was everything Iโd ever wanted.But suddenly, her face began to blur, her whimpers turning distorted and faint. A chill ran through me as I tried to hold onto her, but she slipped away, dissolving like mist bet
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โA warning Nรณnos. This person isnโt playing games anymore,โ Iason said, his gaze steady as he looked at me from beneath the glasses perched on his nose. We were seated amidst a mess of documents, desperately trying to piece together which enemy might be targeting usโtargeting my little flame. Shortly after the attack, we managed to reach my mansion at Sagaponackโmy current hideaway from Adira as I was obviously avoiding her. Adira! ShitโIason, triple the guards tailing Adira. I donโt care about her complaintsโthey donโt leave her side unless sheโs sleeping or shitting. Katanoito?โ(Understood?)He nodded sharply. โWill do boss. But we need to figure out who this person is, and why weโre handling it alone?โI looked up at that, surprised and annoyed at his naivety. โBecause the possibility of a mole is very high, Iason.โ I resumed combing through the papers spread out in front of me. โNow, tell me, how many people knew about the meeting today?โ His expression shifted as the realiza
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KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ANDRONIKOS
When Iason and I got back, one of the headguards called to inform me about custom issues. I assumed it was just a matter of slipping some money into their hands and having the problem disappear, but that wasnโt the case.They were adamant that the cars wouldnโt be released until they were thoroughly checkedโan issue I really didnโt have the patience to fucking deal with right now.Adira and I finally arrived at the port, and as I had been since we got into the car, I continued to ignore herโjust as it always should have been.I seemed to have forgotten that she was the enemy. That she probably knew about the vault all along and had been secretly laughing at my ignorance. Not again. Iโd do well to keep my promise to protect her, but nothing more.First, we had to settle this nuisance of an issue, and then I will start looking into the vault my uncle mentioned. He was an enigma, but when he was lucid, he was never wrong.At the dock, I spotted Iason talking to one of the officersโthe he
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA
As Baba had benevolently given me back my position, I was at the firm today still trying to investigate this debilitating fraud issue the company was currently facing. Despite our relentless efforts, we still hadnโt managed to track down the perpetrator. However, one silver lining was that since we had been closely monitoring the financial records, there have been no obvious traces of embezzlement.And it better remain that way.While I was still poring over the account books on my desktop, a sharp knock on my office door pulled me out of my thoughts. I immediately assumed it was Thea. I had sent her to fetch me a cup of coffee a while ago.โCome in, Thea,โ I called out absentmindedly, my eyes still skimming through the endless rows of numbers on my screen.But instead of Thea, an entirely different person stepped into the room.Andronikos.I hadnโt seen him in two days.The moment I registered his presence, I instinctively stood from my chair, my body moving before my mind could full
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA/ANDRONIKOS
ADIRAWhen I arrived at the firm, I half-expected to see a lot of changes, especially since Dean had been made the COO. But weirdly enough, everything still looked the same.Kace and I stepped into the elevator that will take us to Babaโs office. As we rode up, I turned to him and said, โJust stay outside the room, please. I know you were ordered to protect me, but I donโt want my father more worked up than he already is.โI didnโt get a response from him right away. There was a brief silence before he finally spoke.โAs much as my will to obey your command as the bossโs lady is there, Adira, my will to Nรณnos is stronger. So, noโIโll be going with you. Your father will just have to deal with it.โI swallowed, already dreading the confrontation that was about to unfold in his office.Once we were granted entry, Kace and I strode into his office. Baba stood in front of his book shelf, reading a book in his hand. He turned toward us the moment we arrived.โAnd that is?โ He gestured towar
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA
I was finally going to see Mama today. I doubted Baba had been telling her everything happening back at home, and for good reason too. Mama needed to be away from stress as much as possible, but still, I believed she need to know.I picked up the note Andronikos left me, blushing as I looked at it.At least this time, you saw the note.After taking a well-needed shower following yesterdayโs crying marathon, I felt refreshed and ready to take on the day. As I was heading to my dresser, I got a text from Pen.PENโฃ๏ธโผ๏ธ๐: Hi, dear cousin of mine.Me: What do you want?PENโฃ๏ธโผ๏ธ๐: So, itโs a crime for your cousin to check up on you now?Yup. She definitely wanted something.I dropped the phone on the bedside table and went ahead to look for what to wear. A difficult task considering that all Iโm seeing in this walk-in closet are just colors upon colors.My goodness! When did this man get me all these?I was still in the process of choosing an outfit when my phone started ringing. The loud t
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ANDRONIKOS
Contrary to what Adira thought, I wasnโt actually going to do anything to her father.But her cousin, Dean?Yeah, he was definitely going to be harmed.I knew that slimy bastard had a hand in the fraud at her company, but whoever he was working withโor forโhad to be powerful, because nothing traced back to him.It didnโt make sense that I was willing to help Adiraโs family when they had a hand in destroying mine, but it seemed even I donโt know the lengths Iโd go for her.โIโm not going to do anything to your father, flogรญtsa mou,โ I said, dropping the phone on the other side of the bed and pulling her onto my lap. โOkay? The only person something will be happening to is that cousin of yours. Iโll just a break a few bones of his for good measure.โ I finished with a nonchalant shrug.She blinked.โSome bones?! Thatโs all you can manage?โHuh? Is she angry or pleased? I usually canโt tell with her. Women.โUmmโฆ yes?โ I replied hesitantly. As much as I am in control when it comes to her,
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA
I lay on my bed, surrounded by used tissues, a pint of Ben & Jerryโs Chocolate Chip Cookie Doughโmy favoriteโand my iPad which was currently playing How to get away with murder.Yes. I was feeling particularly murderous today.How could baba do this to me? Why? After everything I had put into that company? After sacrificing my life?He says itโs because I let a criminal into his company. But is he even aware that said criminal was five minutes away from blowing his and Mamaโs head off if I hadnโt cooperated?Endless nights of insomnia. Waking up to the sound of gunshots ringing in my mind, convinced that my parents and close family members had been taken away from me. And for what? To be called ungrateful?I just couldnโt deal anymore. Honestly, I just wanted to melt into this bed and remain here for the rest of my miserable life.I was currently on Season 1, Episode 9โwatching the gruesome murder and body disposal of Samโwhen a soft knock echoed through my room.โGo away,โ I called o
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ANDRONIKOS
โWhat the fuck, Andronikos?โ Iason stormed in after me, slamming the door to my office shut behind him. His face was twisted in a mix of disbelief and frustration. โYou didnโt think it important to tell meโyour second-in-commandโabout a person as pivotal as a Yakuza princess?โโOnna Oyabun,โ I corrected, settling into the leather chair behind my mahogany desk.โWhat?โ he asked, more confusion flashing across his face.โSheโs no longer a Yakuza princess. Sheโs the lady boss, which means she holds more power than a princess ever would.โโAnd that helps usโฆ how?โI shrugged, letting the weight of his question hang between us.Iason pinched the bridge of his nose, muttering something in Greek about women and danger.โNรณnos, I donโt know if youโve forgotten, but the Yakuza known for their trustworthiness in our world. Their alliances are built on profit, not loyalty. And second, theyโre literal rats in our line of business.โโEnough Iason,โ I barked, my voice sharp enough to slice through
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ADIRA
Walking briskly to my office door, the CFO followed closely behind me. โGood morning, maโam,โ he greeted.โMorning,โ I replied absentmindedly as I pushed open the door and made my way toward my seat.โWhatโs the update?โ I asked, settling in.He shifted uncomfortably from foot to foot, a nervous tic of his that Iโd noticed before. But today, I had no patience for hesitation. Time was slipping through my fingers and I needed answers.โNow, please. I don't have time for this,โ I pressed.He swallowed, his Adamโs apple bobbing. โThereโs no lead.โโWhat?โ My voice came out sharper than I intended. I must have misheard him.โAll the leads trace back to no one, maโam. The offshore accounts, irregular withdrawalsโeverything. It's like a ghost defrauded the company. There are no footprints, digital or whatsoever.โ My fingers curled into fists so tightly that my nails bit into my palm. โSo what? We don't have hackers anymore?โ โIโve reached out to all the ones in my network. No results.โ โ
KNIVES AND HEARTSTRINGSย ย ย ANDRONIKOS
I had come to the realization that I couldn't do this alone, so I called on the assistance of an old friend. We hadn't spoken since our fathers had tried to indoctrinate us into our dark world-a lifetime ago-but hopefully, there's no bad blood between us.Yuna Komori.That was her name the last time we met. As the only child of the Kumicho, the head of the Yakuza, she was set to inherit the crime syndicate-something her people resented.But now, she goes by the name Shizugai.A moniker earned through sheer ruthlessness. The silent killer. She leaves only corpses in her wake after dealing with her victims.My men stood behind me, armed to the teeth, their hands resting on their holsters, eyes scanning for the first signs of trouble. The gated loomed before us, a towering emblem of power, emblazoned with the insignia of a wyrm devouring a dragon-her mark.Moments later, the gates creaked opened.A group of guards stepped forward, weapons drawn, their gazes cold and unyielding."What's y
