"This is it?" the driver asked Xyrus as they arrived at his estate. Turning to face the guard in the small tower in front of his property, he made eye contact and a simple nod before the iron gate opened. He'd been in such a passionate embrace with Lana that he didn't even notice when they got close, let alone when they pulled into his home."Nice place," the driver grunted under his breath as they pulled down the driveway. Watching closely, he could sense Lana's confusion when they finally reached the front door. His home was grand, so over the top in fact that he often took women to hotels, just to manage expectations. He didn't want to display such wealth unless he knew the woman could be trusted. Lana had passed all of those tests, and he wanted to invite her into a different part of his life. Xyrus's home was his sanctuary, where he was able to be himself without judgment or ridicule. Only a handful of women had received an invitation, and now he was going to show his p

The sun peeking through the curtains woke Xyrus as he wondered how long he'd overslept. It wasn't like him to sleep in, and when he glanced down to see Lana's small body curled against his own, it all came rushing back. He still couldn't believe their night together, and feeling Lana beside him caused him to relive it all again. She was everything he imagined and now, sleeping beside him, she was even more beautiful than before. Her makeup was smudged, and he felt himself lengthen remembering the tears in her eyes as he pumped her to ecstasy. Rolling out of the bed, he was careful not to wake Lana. He didn't want to be overzealous, already feeling the addiction grow deep in his bones. He wanted her. Again and again. He needed her, and knew that if he didn't put some space between them, they may never get out of bed. After watching her sleep for longer than expected, Xyrus tiptoed out of the room, making his way to the kitchen as she slept alone in his room. It was a

“This is beautiful,” Lana Reign gasped, as we entered the dining area. “I just can’t believe I'm here. Not to mention that I’m on your arm,” she shook her head in disbelief, and Xy pulled her in close, smiling at her modesty. She had no idea that she was the star of the night and it tickled Xy to no avail. “Mr. Ashington, you’re over here,” a young brunette pointed to a table where he saw Akira nd Wind chatting away.Although they were only a few feet away, neither of Xyrus’s good friends took notice of him, lost instead in their own conversation. He smiled watching them, knowing how much each of his friends deserved someone special.With Lana on his arm, it felt like everyone had gotten the partner they needed, and he led Lana to the table, excited to introduce her to his friends. When they arrived, Akira finally looked up, jumping to her feet as she rushed to meet Lana. “I cannot tell you how excited I am to meet you. I have been pestering Xy all day to make sure you were com

Hearing her name belted out in such an elegant setting stopped Lana in her tracks. Danny's voice bellowed so loudly that everyone turned around, curious as to who could be so absurd. Dressed in the world’s most expensive designer labels, the who’s who of Taguig City were not used to the behavior they were being forced to witness. Humiliated, Lana stopped, feeling as though everyone in the conference hall knew it was her the crazy man was after. She could feel herself shrinking as Dan stormed across the room. He seemed larger than she remembered, his broad shoulders pushed back with the arrogant confidence that comes with power. After leaving Xyrus to go to the bathroom, she was almost certain she had made up the sighting, thinking her paranoia was getting the best of her again. It wasn’t uncommon for her to think she saw Danny when she was out, but it had rarely actually been him. Mostly, he sent his security staff to do his dirty work, and Lana would run before the

With the left side of her body pressed against the car door, Lana fought for as much space as she could find in the backseat of the taxi. Thankfully, Danny had been able to hail a driver pretty quickly, adding a quick ending to the worst night of her life.It was surreal, watching the city she had grown to love fading by as Danny hurled profanities in her direction. In the darkness, B.G.C looked gloomier than usual, and Lana wondered to herself if it was a sign. Could she have been wrong in thinking this city was for her?Just when she began to doubt herself, the concern in Xyrus's green eyes burned into the forefront of her memory. When Danny led her out of the charity event, squeezing her arm in a way that was sure to leave a bruise, she glanced back to see Xy standing like a statue, watching with a fiery gaze.It was a new emotion she hadn’t seen him wear, but it was enough to help her remember that something strong was growing between them. Leaving with Dan was the best way f