All Chapters of The Devil Who Claimed Me (M x M): Chapter 121 - Chapter 130

NIKOLAIHis face twists. “And yet you still broke my heart.”I shrug. “People get hurt. I made things clear before we slept together.”His eyes burn. “You made me feel like I mattered.”“No. You decided that all on your own. You chose to live in your fantasies rather than reality.”Theo goes silent after that as his face contorts in pain.I’d pity him if I had a heart. Spoiler alert, I don’t.Even if I have two fucks to give, it won’t be for him, of all people.“You know what bothers me the most?” I ask. “It isn’t even what you did to me. It’s what you did to Julian.”His expression closes off. “Leave him out of this.”“Why? He’s the reason we’re standing here. He wanted to help you. He loved you and would do anything for you. And you weaponized that.”“I didn’t—”“You did.” I push off the wall and step closer until we’re barely an arm’s length apart. “You took advantage of the one person who’d do anything for you because you couldn’t move on.”Theo looks furious now. “I didn’t make h

JULIANBefore I can utter a word of protest, he starts dragging me along.I don’t want to cause a scene so I follow him. Or at least, that’s what I choose to think.He leads me to an empty lecture room and locks the door behind us.His eyes scan my face as he turns to me, leaning against the closed door.“How are you doing?”I glare at him. “How the fuck do you think? Everything that I thought I knew turned out to be a lie. All thanks to you.”He shrugs. “You’re welcome.”I roll my eyes. Typical Nikolai.Somehow, the fact that he’s the same as he usually is feels weirdly familiar. Comforting, even.I hate that I feel that way.He takes a few steps toward me. “How did your conversation with Theo go?”My expression immediately hardens. “I’m sure you have an idea.”His mouth curves slightly. “So he admitted he lied.”“He admitted he exaggerated what happened between you two.”He doesn’t look surprised. “Of course he did.”“He also admitted he used me.”Something flickers across Nikolai's

JULIANHe makes a point of adjusting himself in his jeans.I smack him instantly. “Seriously? We’re surrounded by children, you idiot.”He looks around. “I knew about things like this when I was their age.”“You’re so embarrassing.”I shake my head as I insert a coin and grab the steering wheel..Nikolai takes the space beside me.“I bet you don’t even know how to play,” I say.“I’ll figure it out.”“For the record, I spent most of my time playing these as a kid. Good luck beating me.”He grins as the race begins.As expected, I take the lead but it only takes him moments to catch up.Before I know it, he overtakes me and takes the lead.“How…”“Natural talent.”I glance at him briefly. “You’ve played this before, haven’t you?”“Maybe.”“You liar.”He laughs. “I never said I didn’t know how to play. You assumed that.”I feel something in me loosen at the sound of his laughter.I’m trying so hard to cling to my anger, because I’m still mad at him, but it’s difficult.This is the most f

JULIAN I hear Nikolai sigh. “Julian…” “What I’m trying to say is…” “Do you hate me or not?” he cuts me off coldly. “That’s all I care about. Does my presence bother you? Do you want me to leave and never come back? To never speak to you again?” I think about that for a moment. I used to think that was what I wanted. And maybe, a week ago, I’d have said yes to all of that. But now, the thought doesn’t sound too appealing. “I don’t,” I say finally. “I don’t want that. I don’t hate you. Initially I did, yes. Especially when I thought you hurt Theo. But the more time I spent with you… even when I was supposed to be carrying out the plan… Let’s just say, you grew on me.” I shake my head. “You’re like an itch I can’t get rid of. No matter how hard I try.” His eyebrows furrow. “Is that supposed to be a compliment?” “Yeah. Kind of. My point is, I don’t hate you as much as I should. And sometimes, I resent that. But it doesn’t change how I feel.” I look up at him. His face is still imp

JULIAN I stare at him, breathless. “What?” His pupils are dilated, his lips swollen and wet as he shakes his head. “As tempting as this is, I’m not doing it.” “Why?” I cast a glance down at his groin. “You clearly want to.” “I don’t want to take advantage of you. You’re obviously still distressed.” I stare at him in surprise. “I didn’t think you’d be one to care about things like that.” “Well I do.” I blink. “Since when are you a gentleman?” A smirk slowly appears on his face. “Only when it comes to you.” He reaches up to brush his thumb gently across my cheek. “You’re special.” I roll my eyes even as my heart flutters slightly. “For once, I agree with you.” I move off him to sit on the edge of the bed, suddenly embarrassed. “I don’t know what I’m doing having sex with a murderer anyway.” I shake my head. “I must be out of my mind.” Nikolai’s smile fades slightly. “I guess I’m rubbing off on you.” I glare at him. “How nice.” “But…” He rises into a sitting position, sh