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I Hated The Word

Author: Starz
last update Last Updated: 2024-07-05 17:59:30

Carlos an Pov

I listened closely as the door creaked and a stealthy figure walked into the room. I waited for whoever it was to come closer.

" Carlos …" the voice was soft and seductive.

I didn't need to guess twice to know who it was. I turned around, a frown on my face.

After her stares and my father's words last night, I expected Aria to come to my room. She was oozing beauty and strength.

Not just that but she was looking all sexy and sensual. I knew her eyes never left me all through the ceremony but shouldn't she control her desire?

Was she that cheap?

The last thing I wanted was another woman messing up my evening. I was already battling to get Nora out of my mind but then getting a steaming night with her would be perfect.

There was silence on her end and the next thing she did was let her gown fall off her body. It was more like a nightgown, I think. As much as I wanted her as my Luna, this wasn't what I expected from her.

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