by Lylah James
One final push, and he stumbled into the bed, his back flat on the mattress. The look of surprise on his face made me smirk. I couldn’t let him overthink this, not right now. Not tonight. Maybe tomorrow. But tonight was ours.
The only way to keep Maddox from pulling away was to… use my body against him.
I quickly got rid of my panties before leaning over his wide frame. “My turn,” I croaked.
Maddox tensed as I pushed his black slacks to his knees. His hard cock jutted proudly toward his stomach. Long and thick, glistening with his cum and my wetness. My heart drummed wildly as I brought my head closer to his length.
My lips closed around him without warning, and his hips jerked up as he shouted, “Lila!”
I took as much of him as I could down my throat, and I hummed, loving the feel and the musky taste of him in my mouth. “Fuuucck, Lila.”
He fisted my hair, and I peered up at him. His head was thrown back in pleasure, and I pulsed between my legs. He thrust into my mouth, silently demanding for more. His breathing was shallow as I sucked him and it was the biggest turn on, to see him this affected by my touch. I licked the tip, following the thick veins coursing the length of him, before I deep-throated him again.
Maddox hissed and groaned. His thighs clenched, his stomach tensing as I repeated the process. Sucking and licking.
“Lila… stop… fuck!”
Maddox was close, and I pulled away. I straddled his hips, both of us still fully clothed. His hardness rested against my wet slit.
His blue eyes locked on mine. “Don’t fall for me,” he rasped darkly.
Too late, baby.
My lips curled with a smirk, hiding my true feelings. “I just sucked your dick. Who said anything about falling in love? I just want you to fuck me. Do you dare?”
Maddox glowered dangerously, and I moved my hips, slowly gliding down his length as I took him inside my body once again. His hands came to my waist, and he gripped me tightly.
His hips bucked against mine, impatiently. There was a warning in his gaze, so I started moving, bouncing up and down his cock.
He felt so good, inside me… against me.
I never wanted it to end.
Maddox sat up, and his hand wrapped around my neck. My eyes widened, and his fingers curled around my throat. His grip tightened, not bruising, but the pressure was there, and I gasped. Even though I was fucking him, he still stayed in control.
I moved up and down his length, finding my stride.
Until Maddox grew impatient.
He growled and flipped us over. Hands fumbling, teeth grazing each other, lips fighting for dominance, we tore at each other’s clothes until we were skin to skin, bared and vulnerable to each other’s desperate touch and hungry eyes.
Maddox flipped me over on my knees, and he spread my thighs apart. Without warning, he plunged inside–one smooth, merciless thrust inside my body as he forced his cock through my tight channel.
His lips grazed the back of my neck, one sweet gentle kiss, even though he fucked me raw and deep, ruthlessly and filled with so much passion. My eyes blurred with unshed tears.
Maddox Coulter was fucking me.
My best friend was making love to me.
My heart cracked and withered.
I was powerless as he continued to ram himself into me, animalistic grunts spilling from his throat.
“Maddox!” I cried out his name, over and over again.
I didn’t know where he ended and I began.
“Lila,” he groaned in my ear, his breathing ragged. “My Lila.”
Tears spilled down my cheeks, and my eyes closed.
Please don’t let this night end.
We found our release, moaning each other’s name. Breathless, heart pounding, pulse throbbing. We were utterly intoxicated by each other. I collapsed into the mattress, and Maddox slumped over me like a blanket. I teetered over the edge of consciousness, my body aching and sore, and my lips curled into a sleepy yet satisfied smile.
“Maddox,” I breathed his name.
His arm tightened around mine. “Lila.”
My eyes closed, and I slipped away… far, far away.
CHAPTER FORTY
Lila
I woke up, my body sore–deliciously sore. It was a good ache, and my lips twitched.
And then I remembered, the night before flashing before my eyes like black and white polaroid photos. Snap, snap, snap. Click, click, click.
My head turned and my eyes landed on a sleeping Maddox, next to me, both of us completely naked. We fucked multiple times during the night, over and over again. We passed out many times, woke up, fumbled for each other in the dark and did it over again.
I sat up, my heart hammering in my chest.
Last night had been filthy… beautiful… and everything I ever wanted and didn’t know I needed.
But we crossed a line, and there was no going back. My stomach churned with nausea, and I suddenly felt sick.
Last night, even though I had been tipsy and Maddox had been drinking, both of us were fully aware of what we were doing. Now that it was the morning after and my mind was clear from the frustration and need that had been coursing through my body last night, I didn’t know what to do with myself.
What happens now?
What if Maddox…
What if he didn’t want this to last, what if this was a one-time thing for him?
I didn’t even know what I wanted as my mind filled with confusion. My heart was heavy with mixed emotions. My body ached from last night, but my heart hurt.
Tears burned the back of my eyes, and I cupped my face, feeling stupid. For a moment last night, Maddox was mine, and I was his.
But that was it.
Just one night.
Maddox wasn’t the type to commit, and I needed more from him than just a one-time fuck session. There was no point in risking our hearts when the thin thread between us had already snapped.
We couldn’t undo what was done.
I had to walk away; I had to leave, though I would cherish last night for the rest of my life.
I eased off the bed and quickly wrapped my robe around me before walking toward the door. I turned the handle but never got a chance to walk out. The door was suddenly slammed shut, and I was torn away from it. The world spun, and my back slammed against the wall.
Maddox loomed over me, his eyes dark, his dirty blond hair disheveled, and he was still… naked. I peered up at him through my lashes, my heart racing. His lips curled, and he looked enraged.
At me?
Because I was leaving?
Because of last night?
“Where do you think you’re going?” he asked, his voice dripping with something akin to… possessiveness? His jaw tightened, and my stomach flipped. “Back to Lucien, so you can fuck him, too? Was last night not enough?” Maddox snarled.
What. The. Fuck?
I slammed my hands into his chest, pushing him back. But he was much stronger, and he crowded into my space with a low growl. Maddox kicked my legs apart and pushed his knee between my thighs, holding me captive.
His palm slid up my throat, and I felt the strength in his touch. I swallowed, my throat bobbing in his palm, and his hold tightened on my neck. The slightest pressure and my clit pulsed. His hand moved up, cupping my jaw.
His eyes were two dark pools, unhinged. “Is your sweet cunt that greedy, Lila?”
Holy shit. Again. What. The. Fuck?
“Let go of me! What is wrong with you?!” I spat; my hand raised to slap him. He clasped my wrist and jerked my hand down, pressing my palm over his chest.
My breath caught in my throat. His heart was pounding, so hard. Thud, thud, thud.
There was a moment, between our heated glance and our volatile kiss, where time stopped and then…
His lips slammed over mine, and he took my breath away. He didn’t just kiss me. Maddox possessed me, shoving his tongue in my mouth and licking every inch of me.
/> Punishing. Hard. Unforgiving.
My nails dug into the skin over his heart. He hissed against my lips, and to my utter surprise, his kiss gentled. Maddox pulled away, only slightly. His breath lingered over my lips, before Maddox pressed his mouth against mine again.
Sweet. Tender. Soft.
“I dare you to kiss me.” We were already kissing, but I knew what he meant. He wanted me to kiss him like he kissed me; he wanted me to kiss him like we kissed last night… and he wanted me to repeat the words I threw at him.
“I dare you to stay.” His lips touched mine again. Kiss.
My heart stuttered.
“I dare you to give us a chance.” Kiss.
I forgot how to breathe.
“I dare you, Lila.”
Then his lips found mine again, and he sealed his dare with a long searing kiss, kissing all the pain and doubt away.
EPILOGUE
Lila
Four months later
Maddox sat on the bed, his head in his hands and a choked sound came from him.
“You’re the best unplanned thing that has ever happened to me, Maddox. And I can’t lose you. But you’re doing everything to push… me away from you,” I whispered, my voice breaking at the end. “You’ve been telling lies. Since when have you started lying to me, Maddox?”
After all we had been through… he tainted everything that we were with his lies.
His head snapped up, and his eyes flared with torment. He was decadently handsome, a little bit broken and a mistake from the beginning.
“I’m sorry,” he choked out.
“Is that all you have to say?”
There was tears in his eyes. “I’m sorry.”
If it hurts you so much, what kind of love is this?
I knew Maddox would break my heart, but a part of me hoped he wouldn’t.
My heart wept, and a lone tear slid down my cheek. “They said you were trouble. I didn't listen. I took a chance on you. And now I regret it.”
“Don’t leave me.” His hoarse voice cracked. “Please.”
I took a step back. Maddox looked wounded, and my soul bled to see him hurt.
“Lila,” he breathed my name. “Please.”
I slowly shook my head. “Maddox.” It pained me to say his name. “You broke your promises.”
My feet took me another step back.
“No,” he pleaded. “Lila, no.”
I turned and walked away, leaving my broken heart at his feet.
THE CONCLUSION OF LILA’S AND MADDOX’S STORY WILL BE HERE SOON…
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I think first and foremost, I want to thank Oliver. Thank you for believing in me even when I didn’t believe myself. If it weren’t for you, I’m not sure this book would have existed. From helping me come up with the title – to characters’ names – and listening to my endless rants about the plot and helping me figure out this story, you helped me brought this story to life. I wouldn’t have done it without you and I hope you know that. For your constant support and all your love, thank you. Thank you for always making me smile every day.
Vivvi, how do I ever thank you? You’re my rock and a piece of my heart. Thank you for loving my characters, my babies, just as much as I do, if not more. You’re the moon of my life.
My wonderful editor Rebecca – your patience is admirable. Thank you for not hating me. You worked with me on such a tight schedule. It’s insane but you legit made this book possible. I thought you kicked me to the curb, but you didn’t. For that – I am forever grateful. Thank you for holding my hand.
My parents, thank you for your never-ending support and love.
To my girl, Cat…seriously, what would I do without you? Suse, you’ve been there, supporting my craziness and I love you even more. You made my book pretty – thank YOU!
Sarah Grim Sentz – I’m so glad I trusted you with these promo graphics.
Special thanks to my STREET TEAM! I’m so amazed by how dedicated you guys are.
Huge thanks to CANDI KANE PR – you’re a gem and I’m so glad I trusted you with my book baby because you did magic!
Maria at Steamy Designs: You killed this cover! So gorgeous and everything I wanted!
To the bloggers and everyone who took their time to promote this book, you are awesome! My big thanks to you. To my beautiful readers, a huge thank you to every single one of you. My lovelies. Your never ending support and love has taken us on this path. Thank you for standing with me through all my craziness.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lylah James uses all her spare time to write. If she is not studying, sleeping, writing or working—she can be found with her nose buried in a good romance book, preferably with a hot alpha male. Writing is her passion. The voices in her head won’t stop, and she believes they deserve to be heard and read. Lylah James writes about drool worthy and total alpha males, with strong and sweet heroines. She makes her readers cry—sob their eyes out, swoon, curse, rage, and fall in love. Mostly known as the Queen of cliffhanger and the #evilauthorwithablacksoul, she likes to break her readers’ hearts and then mend them again
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BOOKS BY LYLAH JAMES
Tainted Hearts Series
The Mafia and His Angel: Part One
The Mafia and His Angel: Part Two
The Mafia and His Angel: Part Three
Blood and Roses
The Mafia and His Obsession: Part One
The Mafia and His Obsession: Part Two
Truth and Dare Duet
DO YOU DARE? (Book one)
I DARE YOU (Book two, the conclusion)
EPILOGUE
Lila
Four months later
Maddox sat on the bed, his head in his hands and a choked sound came from him.
“You’re the best unplanned thing that has ever happened to me, Maddox. And I can’t lose you. But you’re doing everything to push… me away from you,” I whispered, my voice breaking at the end. “You’ve been telling lies. Since when have you started lying to me, Maddox?”
After all we had been through… he tainted everything that we were with his lies.
His head snapped up, and his eyes flared with torment. He was decadently handsome, a little bit broken and a mistake from the beginning.
“I’m sorry,” he choked out.
“Is that all you have to say?”
There was tears in his eyes. “I’m sorry.”
If it hurts you so much, what kind of love is this?
I knew Maddox would break my heart, but a part of me hoped he wouldn’t.
My heart wept, and a lone tear slid down my cheek. “They said you were trouble. I didn't listen. I took a chance on you. And now I regret it.”
“Don’t leave me.” His hoarse voice cracked. “Please.”
I took a step back. Maddox looked wounded, and my soul bled to see him hurt.
“Lila,” he breathed my name. “Please.”
I slowly shook my head. “Maddox.” It pained me to say his name. “You broke your promises.”
My feet took me another step back.
“No,” he pleaded. “Lila, no.”
I turned and walked away, leaving my broken heart at his feet.
THE CONCLUSION OF LILA’S AND MADDOX’S STORY WILL BE HERE SOON…
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I think first and foremost, I want to thank Oliver. Thank you for believing in me even when I didn’t believe myself. If it weren’t for you, I’m not sure this book would have existed. From helping me come up with the title – to characters’ names – and listening to my endless ra
nts about the plot and helping me figure out this story, you helped me brought this story to life. I wouldn’t have done it without you and I hope you know that. For your constant support and all your love, thank you. Thank you for always making me smile every day.
Vivvi, how do I ever thank you? You’re my rock and a piece of my heart. Thank you for loving my characters, my babies, just as much as I do, if not more. You’re the moon of my life.
My wonderful editor Rebecca – your patience is admirable. Thank you for not hating me. You worked with me on such a tight schedule. It’s insane but you legit made this book possible. I thought you kicked me to the curb, but you didn’t. For that – I am forever grateful. Thank you for holding my hand.
My parents, thank you for your never-ending support and love.
To my girl, Cat…seriously, what would I do without you? Suse, you’ve been there, supporting my craziness and I love you even more. You made my book pretty – thank YOU!
Sarah Grim Sentz – I’m so glad I trusted you with these promo graphics.
Special thanks to my STREET TEAM! I’m so amazed by how dedicated you guys are.
Huge thanks to CANDI KANE PR – you’re a gem and I’m so glad I trusted you with my book baby because you did magic!
Maria at Steamy Designs: You killed this cover! So gorgeous and everything I wanted!
To the bloggers and everyone who took their time to promote this book, you are awesome! My big thanks to you. To my beautiful readers, a huge thank you to every single one of you. My lovelies. Your never ending support and love has taken us on this path. Thank you for standing with me through all my craziness.