"Can't I watch?"
"You were going to get the champagne."
"I can do that after getting a glimpse of that body of yours."
"Ugh," I rolled my eyes but pulled out the hair ornaments that held my hair up in a flashy ponytail. Once my silver and turquoise strands fell to my lower back, I pulled down the thin strands of my dress, before slowly moving it down my curvy body, until I was wearing nothing.
Dimitri eyed me slowly, a tug of his lips leaving my heart a skipping mess.
"No underwear tonight, Mrs. Solange?"
"Didn't see much of a need to," I mumbled, my cheeks scorching hot. "B-besides, when did I become an M.R.S? I'm not married," I huffed.
His low, sexy chuckle caught my attention and I was lost in how vivid his eyes glowed in pure lust. "I thought I was clear that I'd marry you one day, Silver Solange. That vow still stands, which means you're taken by our group and no one else."
"Damn you and your sex appeal," I muttered, unable to think straight and come up with a comeback.
Dimitri smirked, and after leaving me breathless with a deep, sensual kiss, he slapped my ass and whispered, "I'll get the alcohol. Just relax those muscles of yours.”
Leaving my stumped, naked ass in the middle of the washroom, it took a splashing sound to draw me out of my daze. Glancing to the bath, I noticed Star paddling around, her excited eyes chasing after the rosy pink bath bomb that was half fizzled out.
"Mewr! Mewr! Mewrrrr!'
I shook my head but giggled, walking over to the bath and scooping Star right out. "Aren't you supposed to hate water or something?"
She took that moment to flutter her fur, spreading water everywhere before she sat down and looked happily at me.
"Mewr?"
"At least you're cute." I planted a kiss on her forehead. She purred and shook her body again, glitter raining down and into the bath. She then yawned and stretched before she went poof.
"Guess she's tired," I commented and looked at the now glittering bubble bath. "At least it’s fun looking. Hope it isn't bad to get glitter up your vajayjay. Would be a little fun to see Dimitri's cock with a bunch of glittering sparkles."
The outspoken thought had me giggling and after checking the temperature once again, I made my way inside the bath and shut off the water.
Relaxing deeper into the bath, I sighed and tried to let go of any tension in my body.
I'd woken up this morning nestled against Wolfgang's wolf form in Yuriel's bed. He'd brought me back to the coffee shop, saying I'd fallen asleep. It's not like it wasn't the truth; he’d just left out how we fucked two more times and I couldn't make words.
We'd spent breakfast together with the others for the first time in a full week, and it simply felt good to be in everyone's company again. I knew the others were a little upset that Wolfgang couldn't follow the rule of staying away from me, but given the mate situation, no one could really do much about that.
I also mentioned it felt weird being away from him for too long, and Ryuu explained the depths of the wolf bond and how the full moon enhanced the desire to be close with your mate.
Wolfgang's stalker behavior was excused, but after my appointment and Dimitri's suggestion for us to go out on a date, he'd gone a little ballistic with his growling fit.
That was when they drugged him, but I guess I couldn't blame them.
If they left Wolfgang alone and awake at Yuriel's place, I had a suspicion that it wouldn't be salvageable by the time everyone returned in the morning.
We'd have to talk about it tomorrow because I didn't want them to fight. We needed to work on making our bonds even stronger and that wouldn't happen with Wolfgang being a dick.
Pushing my worries to the side regarding that, I sunk deeper into the bath, my head just above the water while I closed my eyes.
It was a difficult challenge to not fall asleep in such a warm, comforting environment, but at the same time, my mind was finally in a lulled state, where I wasn't trying to figure out so many things at once.
The water was the perfect level of heat so that I couldn’t feel the burning sensation of the ring on my finger.
"Finally, you're calm enough for me to talk to you."
I opened my eyes to find myself sitting on a throne. It was decorated with various colors of roses, and at my feet lay rose petals in different shapes and colors.
Lifting my hands up from the arms of the golden throne, I took in the clusters jewels that were on my fingers and wrists, before looking at the beautiful white gown that hugged my body.
If that weren’t eye-catching enough, the magic incantations on my arms were glowing brightly, and I noticed my hair was now shorter, in loose curls, and was glowing white with turquoise highlights.
"Who...what?" I whispered and looked to the ring, the gold band having glowing while the five jewels remained intact. "Lia?"
"Yes, child."
The voice came from my left, and there she was, in a dress similar to the one that cloaked my body. She seemed calm, and though her dressing was exquisite, she still had a sword fastened to her left side.
"Where...am I?" I questioned and looked around the throne room.
"You're unconscious at the moment," Lia replied calmly, walking over to where I remained seated on the throne. "I figured this would be the best time to interrupt — before you made love with your hellhound."
"W-we weren't...I mean...ugh." I gave up trying to deny it. I did in the back of my mind have every intention of making love with Dimitri. Heck, I was ready to have fun with him and then Hellsin as well.
It wasn't like I was a sex addict or anything. Their intimacy simply helped to keep me calm and not in an anxious bundle of worries and wishful thinking. I assumed it was basically the same as what feeding a common addiction like alcohol or cigarettes could accomplish, but many articles did suggest sex as being a good therapeutic activity when dealing with PTSD.
At least that's what the online search results stated.
"Where is this place? I mean the actual throne and room?" I elaborated.
"This was once my throne room, long ago. It still stands strong today, but it's hidden by the general public in S.S.S protection. I'm sure once you've graduated, you'd be able to visit this place."
"Graduate," I whispered. "Lia?"
"Yes?"
"You're a shapeshifting hybrid. You have the same gene as I?"
"You're correct." She nodded and walked further in front of me.
Her wings sprouted from her back and a second later they shifted from angel wings to burning phoenix ones.
With another blink, they were now raven wings, and the next they were succubus ones. She turned around to face me, her wings returning back to their angelic form and retracting into her back until she looked like nothing but a human.
"Amazing," I whispered.
"Your amazement intrigues me when you are capable of much more," she replied.
"Me?" I almost laughed. "I'm not capable of that."
"You would be if you remembered the past that had been hidden from you."
"Hidden from me?"
"Do you recall your dreams?" She changed to subject completely.
"Um...no. I mean, they're dreams. You're not expected to remember them," I voiced.
"It would be handy if you tried to. Or at least obtained a crystal that can aid you in allowing your dreams to linger within your consciousness for an extended period of time."
"A crystal..." I trailed off to think about it. "Why would my dreams be of value? They aren't real."
"This is not of reality and yet you're gaining information from someone who died many years ago." She smirked at my dumbfounded expression, and I decided she did have a point.
"Lia?" I looked to my hands as I whispered, "Do you think I'm worthy enough to be a spy? That I have the potential to figure all this out while keeping my team safe?"
She was quiet, and I looked up to see her turn around and look forward.
"If I were to look you in the eyes, I would say no," she admitted.
My heart sank at her admission, and I felt like crying in defeat .
"However," she continued, "I can't answer that accurately because you are nowhere near knowledgeable enough. Not in terms of your skills or intelligence, Silver. But you don't have enough information about who you really are."
I looked back up at her, my tears pooling as I met her wise eyes.
"One doesn't truly discover their spy potential until they've graduated and are thrust into the world as a professional themselves. One can say they want to be a nurse, a warrior, a king, but it’s when they put that uniform on, carry that sword into battle, or wear the crown of royalty are they thrust into the world in which they wish to belong. I cannot say whether you'll be right for this role in life because you've barely gotten a glimpse of it. You will get the opportunity in the coming months, but that is not enough to give you a confident reply based on my judgment."
Deciding to reword my question, I whispered, "Then, will S.S.S. give me enough opportunities to discover who I am with my team?"
A smile formed on her lips and she slowly nodded.
"You've been bonded with your men for a reason. It's just like how I was led to the men of my life. They were strong warriors and leaders of their own kingdoms, and together we brought change to many avenues of our world and time. Not everyone was pleased with our movement, and with your current predicament, the ancestors of those individuals are out to try and change the future."
"For better or for worse?"
"Worse, child. A future I'd never wish on my most unfavorable enemy. You are a rarity, Silver, and once you realize how lethal your powers and gifts can be with the combination of your men at your side, you'll understand why the enemy will do everything to either get rid of your or sway you to their side."
"Isn't there a way for me to find the answers I need?"
"There are ways, but you aren't ready to face them. Not in the mental and physical state you are in," She walked up to the throne, placing a hand to my cheek. "Silver. You rush to gain knowledge that you and your team are both too young and inexperienced to face. Though you are in the center of this battle, you are but children in this war brewing around you."
"How do we fight back then?" I was at a complete loss and I wished she saw it in my vulnerable eyes. "I hate feeling helpless, Lia. I feel like I'm completely useless and I'm losing the battle over and over again. This is our second year and we simply passed by default. We'll be entering Year Three and I feel like things are just going to get harder for us. I'm trying...to be positive or encourage myself in some way, but every thought I have about a way out of this leads to a dead end. We're stuck, and I think leaving S.S.S. will only put us in more danger. What do I do? How can we stay on the winning side when it feels like we're losing?"
I really was at my wits’ end and from the way Lia's eyes softened, she must have finally understood.
"What is ahead of you won't end when you complete the initial four years of this school, Silver. However, I can aid you enough to ensure you live to graduate. I can confidently promise you that much," she whispered and took a deep breath, "We're out of time."
"No..." I trailed off in defeat, but Lia smiled.
"Trust me, Silver. You need to remain calm and positive to be able to get the upper hand. The enemy is waiting for you to be at your weakest. To be at your most vulnerable state so that no one can interfere when they finally strike. Don't let them."
She lifted my chin up and continued peering down at me.
"No matter what is coming your way, the enemies’ role is to frighten you. They want to ensure you give up and that's when they'll take everything away from you. The things that are important to you, the men you love, and the family you cherish. Their purpose is to try and destroy you until you have nothing left inside of you but rage. They want you to end up like a fool...like I did."
My eyes widened at her words, leaving me in confusion as a sad smile morphed on her pink lips.
"I'm meant to be in your life for a reason, but I can't do my duty when you're freaking out. Your doubts and fears are your worst enemy in times of chaos, and I need you to remember that when you need me the most, or I won't be able to aid you in dire times like with Wolfgang."
"You...heard me?"
"I did and was only able to aid you by communicating with your familiar. A smart one, that. She will be of good aid to you when you've grown even stronger and widened her capabilities."
I stared into her eyes for a long moment. "Lia, can I ask one more thing?"
"Yes," she replied.
"No matter how crazy life gets this year...and even the next, you'll never abandon me, right?" I gave her a sad smile. "Even if things get chaotic? I...my deepest fear is to end up alone. To be left without anyone and to never be able to reach the potential my father envisioned for me. Would I, at least, have you?"
She stared into my eyes, and to my surprise, she lowered her head to press a comforting kiss to my forehead.
"Silver. You are like me from my past." She sounded amused and sighed. "When you removed me from my boxed safe haven, I felt the connection between us. I knew a day like this would come and I had promised myself many years before that when the rightful owner found me, I'd be by their side till the very end. When you discover who you truly are, my presence in your life will make more sense. Until then, rest assured that I will never forsake you. The master who pulled me from the endless darkness and desolation, I will be on your finger until my very metal wears down from many battles to come. All I ask is you start believing in who you want to be and strive for such."
She smiled widely, and her body began to glow along with the rest of my surroundings, becoming brighter and brighter until the entire world was nothing but light.
"Be confident in your search for justice, Silver. Those who seek the gifts and knowledge within your mind are afraid of how far you can reach with enough motive. Don't let them walk over you. Use the power and the support of those around you to fight fire with fire, and any who think they can righteously walk over you, prove them wrong. Keep your head high and follow your destiny laid out for you. Until next time, Silver."
My consciousness faded once again...
4
Sizzling Love
The slight movement of a hand slipping between my legs left me moaning quietly as I shifted slightly against whatever held me.
"Silver." The husky voice was as rich as chocolate fondue.
"Say my name like that again," I mumbled, as if the voice was nothing but a whisper in my mind. The hand between my legs brushed my entrance and I shivered and opened my eyes slightly, only to hear the deep voice answer me.
"Silver?" he whispered. "Is our Blossom having a wet dream now?"
I lifted my head off the chest I'd been resting on, and realized I was in Dimitri's arms — or technically, Hellsin's.
He was looking down at me with seductive eyes as his hand continued the teasing down under. I took in the realization that I was still in the bath, and I was left wondering how long I'd been unconscious for.
"You've been asleep for about thirty minutes," he revealed. "I kept the glasses of champagne chilled for you."
"Sorry," I immediately apologized, feeling a little bad for falling asleep on him.
"The night is still young. No need to apologize," he replied and kissed me. "I missed you, Silver."
"Me too, Hellsin. I apologize for not being around."
"Not your fault," he assured me. "I'll find a way to get back at the glasses Professor."
"You mean Daichi?"
"Sure."
"I'm sure he only meant well for us," I reasoned.
"He barely knows the depth of our relationship with one another. Separating us was an act of torture, a secret declaration of war. I'll get payback someday."
"I won't even bother trying to convince you not to," I smirked, knowing well that I'd be wasting my oxygen.
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br /> "Good." He smiled right back. "We could be spending our time doing other things." He kissed me again. "But first, I'll let Dimitri take over. His worry is nothing but bothersome. Valid, but a pain in my ass when I want nothing but to fuck you."
I giggled at his honesty. "Even if that meant me being unconscious?" I reminded, his hand still exactly where it was.
"When our love is moaning both our names in her sleep, I think it's only valid for me to please you in unconsciousness until you wake and enjoy the real thing."
My whole face went flush as my jaw dropped at his words.
"I-I....I wasn't having a wet dream! I....uh...was talking to Lia! Yeah...and then...wait, I was dreaming about something...uh..." The thought only triggered the memories of me riding Dimitri and moaning loudly before we switched positions and Hellsin pinned me against the sheets and began fucking me ruthlessly.
"Ugh!" I groaned and placed my forehead back against his chest. "Leave me alone."
"I love when you try to push us away when you're embarrassed. It turns me on." Hellsin chuckled and kissed the top of my head. "Be back later."
He said it as if he knew he'd be back when we could get busy making my dream a reality. I lifted my head to see Dimitri was back, his eyes blinking a few times, which was normal for him as he recalled what happened when Hellsin was in control.
"You're awake." He grinned in greeting and kissed me. "Why is my hand between...oh. Isn't Hellsin sneaky?" He groaned the last part out and I smiled and kissed him. "It's okay. I think I kinda promoted that unintentionally."
"Still." Dimitri shook his head. "I'm glad you're all right. I walked in and your body was glowing. Your hair was actually white with your highlights gleaming and all your markings on your body were glowing strongly. I know you're not supposed to use magic, but it felt like it was more a bodily response. I was going to call the others, but Star kept nudging the phone out of my hand. Well, until it fell into the bath."
"It fell into the bath?!" I exclaimed.
"It's okay. It's waterproof to a certain extent. If it hadn't fallen into the bath, I wouldn't have seen your ring glowing the way it was. I figured you were talking to Lia, correct?"
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