“I cannot say I am sorry.” Constantine stroked my hair and touched my lips. “You are too tempting.” “I-I can’t. I’m sorry.” I tried to calm my breath. Of course, it was unfair to Constantine since I just used him. But then, it was the fastest way to make Ethan hate me. “No, it is alright. I shouldn’t move too fast.” He smiled and kissed my forehead, then lifted my body and returned me to my seat. We didn’t talk anymore until we arrived at a five-star hotel. I blinked. What would we do here? “Relax. We will enjoy great meals and music tonight. The hotel has a prestigious chef of the 5-culinary star. Tonight, they also have a live orchestra.” I gaped. Only for dinner, we went to a luxurious hotel. It should cost a fortune to eat here. I bit my lower lip, feeling guilty of involving Constantine in my situation with Ethan. “What are you thinking? You bit your lower lip again.” “Nothing.” I shook my head. “It must cost you a lot for us to have dinner here.” “Why not? High quality
Yes, it was the best thing we could do. I was glad Constantine didn’t fuss about my wicked plan to use him. Though I was confused. Considering his pride, he must be upset. I wanted to ask, but the server came with wine. So I held my question. When the server left, Constantine asked, “What are you thinking? You wrinkle your forehead.” “Uh, Stan, why weren’t you mad? I used you to deceive Ethan.” He grinned and lifted two fingers. “For two reasons. First, whatever can hurt Ethan, I will support it. Second, you chose me. It means something.” “What do you mean?” He grinned while lifting the wine glass to his lips. “Can’t you guess?” I didn’t know what Constantine thought, so I only shook my head. “I have no idea. What?” “Simple, my darling.” He put the glass on the table and then circled his arm on my waist. He repeatedly rubbed it. “Because I want you. When you chose me as your accomplice, it could only mean one thing. You have thought or considered me as your next lover.” I groan
~ Ethan ~ Then Constantine’s car arrived. He walked toward me. “So has she told you she wanted to end everything? She wants me.” “You lie! What potion did you give to her? Is it a stimulant like before?” “No, I didn’t give her any potion.” Constantine laughed out loud. “But Helena loves me if you want it to be called a potion. So maybe yes, it is a love potion.” I wanted to punch Constantine right now. “I know you drugged her again. Have you no honor? You have already had Victoria. So why must you want Helena too?” “Because I want both. Victoria is a mistress, while Helena will be my mate.” He smirked. “A mistress can’t bear my heir. So, Helena’s baby will be my heir.” “No! She’s mine!” I growled. “You haven’t talked with her yet. Otherwise, you will know she is unhappy with you. She wants to end your relationship. That is why she came to me.” “You lie!” “Really? Ask her!” I turned my head to look at Helena. That was when Constantine crashed his body upon me. He hit my face,
~ Helena ~ I hugged myself. I could understand Ethan’s fear, but why did he hide it from me? Was it because I decided to come to Constantine? “Why do you just tell me now? Because of Constantine?” “What are you talking about? It has nothing to do with Constantine.” “Really? Then why do you hide it for so long?” Ethan scratched his head. “Because I wished I could eliminate the curse after returning from Crescent Island. After that, I planned to tell you so you wouldn’t need to worry.” I squinted my eyes. “Is it true?” “Yes, my love.” “Is it nothing to do with the rivalry between you and Constantine? He told me you are half-brothers with him. He also told me you hated him.” Ethan let out a long sigh. “We are half-brothers. We had the same father but different mothers. I don’t hate him, but he does. He always wants anything I have.” He stared at me. “Maybe it’s why he goes after you.” Ethan closed his eyes. “He wanted Cathy, then Lynnette, and now you. While he already has a mis
~ Freya ~ It was night already, but Helena hadn’t arrived home yet. Immediately I called her. She didn’t pick up her phone. So, I texted her. ‘Sweetheart, where are you?’ Five minutes later, my phone rang—Helena. “Helena?” “Mom, sorry I forgot to call you.” “It’s okay, sweetie. Where are you?” “I’m with Ethan.” I frowned. “Didn’t you go with Constantine?” “It’s a long story, Mom. But I promise I’ll tell you tomorrow.” I took a deep breath. “Okay. Take care.” “Mom? I’m okay. Don’t worry.” “I’m glad you are okay, sweetheart, but a mother tends to be worried of her daughter.” “Oh, Mom ….” Then there was the sound of water. “Sorry, Mom, I’ll go to the bathroom first.” Then she said, “If I get married to Ethan, will it help you more so you won’t be worried about me?” “I think so. Why?” “Mom, we have been through a big thing today, and I realize I don’t want to live without him.” It was a scary moment in my life. I was happy for my daughter but also sad at the same time since I
I blinked my eyes to adjust to the sudden brightness. Lord Constantine stood in front of me. I disliked him because he was conceited. But hey, I couldn’t be picky with the one whose got a thick pocket. I bowed a little as the lord seemed to love it when I did it. “Good night, Lord Constantine. I brought your order.” “Excellent! Tie her hands and feet, then throw her into the bedroom.” Lord Constantine pointed to a room. “Yes, I’ll do it.” I walked back to my car and got the rope I needed. Later, I returned to the house, tying Freya’s hands and feet, then carrying her to the room as Lord Constantine said. I threw her on the bed and then I left the room. When I returned to the living room, Lord Constantine wasn’t there. I walked to the second room as the light was on. I eavesdropped there for a while. “Victoria, my dear, Freya, Helena’s mother, is in my hand already. I will lock her in the dungeon of my castle. Then it will be only a matter of time until Helena searches for her m
~ Victoria ~ Constantine said to me before after our lovemaking, “Victoria, I need you to finish the human who will enter your room in a few minutes from now.” I asked him, “Why?” “He was Helena’s ex, and he could be a threat to us in the future since he knew too much. In fact, he’s eavesdropping on our door right now.” Because of the pleasure of our lovemaking, my senses were numb. I didn’t even realize someone was eavesdropping on us. That fool deserved to die, indeed. “No problem. It is easy.” “But seduce him first. I am sure he will fall like fruit from the tree into your loving arms. Then you can finish him.” “Should I have sex with him too?” Constantine shrugged. “If it is needed. But if you only seduce him, it will be better. Yet I won’t be mad if you have sex with him.” “Won’t you be jealous?” I touched his cheek. He smiled. “I may want to wash your body from head to toe afterward. But since you have been generous, I won’t be jealous. He is nothing for you.” “Indeed,
~ Constantine ~ “Why do you suddenly ask about Helena?” I wrinkled my forehead. “Let’s get back to bed first. I want you again.” We talked no more. Victoria sparked my appetite for her tonight. I didn’t understand, but her confession of loving me moved my heart. That was why I poured my seeds into her womb. If she were pregnant, I would marry her. Though I told Ethan I wouldn’t marry Victoria because she was my mistress, it changed after tonight. Living as a bastard, I didn’t want my child to live as one. Besides, Victoria’s sacrifice had been a lot for me. For the first time, she was different in my eyes. I had never asked Victoria about her virginity, but I wanted to ask her tonight. So first, we made love three times, then when I hugged her, I asked her. “Victoria?” “Yes?” “Who was your first man?” Victoria opened her eyes and stared at me. “Why?” “I want to know.” “I don’t know his name.” “What?!” How could it be? “Should we continue this?” “Sure! I am curious.” Vict