He sinks his sharp teeth into my neck while sliding his hand under my sports bra to grasp my breast.
As he drinks my blood, his fingers come to my mouth, and I start to suck. The tangy taste of his blood overloads my senses as I ride out my orgasm.
Dax groans, making the sexiest sounds, “Uhhh. Fuuuuck,” and finishes inside of me. My feelings for him are overwhelming, surrounding my heart like burning flames. As I come down from my high, I rest the back of my head on his shoulder.
I can feel a delightful tingle spreading across my skin, a warm sensation dancing along my neck as his healing hands delicately skim over my body. Each gentle caress is infused with intensity—so much love, passion, and heat—transforming the air around us into an electric atmosphere. It’s as if he weaves an enchanting spell with every tender touch, every soulful interaction draws me deeper into his embrace.
“I love you… like, a lot, a lot.” I blurt out.
Dax freezes underneath me. A low chuckle escapes his lips and I can feel his chest vibrating against my back.
Crap, crap, crap!I blew it.
“Little dove...” He picks me up, turning me so I am facing him. Pressing his forehead to mine, he says, “The moment you summoned us and I placed my hand over your screaming mouth, I knew what this was.” He gestures between us. “That night, I was filled with unexpected magic. I expected fear and chaos from you, but instead, I was met with your wide-eyed wonder and a heart full of curiosity. When I first wrapped my arm around you, touching you, feeling you… I felt our bond immediately. I knew what you were to me then. Then, a little dove landed nearby, cooing softly as if acknowledging the bond that was forming between us.”
Little dove...my heart is melting.
He continues, “I found it enchanting—this idea of you, someone so brave, innocent, and pure, summoning three demons and binding them to yourself. I nicknamed you after that little dove to remind me of that magical night when you made me believe again. I want to cherish you forever because you bring light into my dark world. I love you ‘a lot,a lot,’ too, Dani. More than that… and I always will, no matter what choice you make.”
A tear rolls down my blood-stained face.
When did I become such a fucking baby?
Dax wipes it away. “Now, let’s get you home and cleaned up.” He tenderly kisses my lips once more, and then darkness washes over me.
Chapter 21
Killian
I can smell blood, and I know it’s Dax’s and Dani’s. I hurry out of my room and find an equally worried Adonis in the hallway.
“Dax’s room,” I say sharply, my pulse quickening.
The two of us barge in to find Dax holding our unconscious mate.
“What the fuck happened?!” Adonis shouts. I go running to them.
“Calm down, you two. She is fine. I healed her. Give her a second.”
Dani stirs gently in Dax’s embrace, her lashes fluttering as she wakes up. When her eyes finally open, they light up with a radiant smile that brightens the room. She reaches up, her fingertips softly brushing against his cheek, tracing the contours of his face.
Nearby, Adonis sinks to his knees, overwhelmed, his face buried in his hands as he wrestles with mixed emotions. Dani notices both of us in the room, the realization washing over her like a sudden chill. With a swift motion, she rises to her feet, her athletic frame accentuated by just a sports bra and sneakers.
Shit. She is so beautiful.Even covered in blood, she is perfect. I can’t help but get immediately stiffened seeing her practically naked.
I take in a deep breath, trying to calm down my rock-hard cock. My body’s reaction to Dani is palpable.
“Adonis, hey,” she falls to her knees in front of him. “Hey, it’s okay. I’m perfectly fine.”
“I smelled your blood… I was so fucking worried when I saw Dax holding you. I was… I can’t…” Dani gently places a finger over his lips, shushing him softly, before pulling him into a warm embrace. She wraps her arms around him, holding him close as if to shield him from the world, their hearts beating in sync as they share a moment of quiet solace.
“What the hell happened?” I ask whoever will answer me first.
“Dani got herself in a bit of trouble during her jog. Luckily, I was already on my way to her and was able to find her quickly because of our bond.” Dax assures me.
I approach Dax first, since Dani is crouched beside Adonis, offering him the comfort he desperately needs. She sits on her knees, displaying that perfect ass of hers.
“Here, let me help with that,” I say softly to Dax, my voice cutting through the tension in the room. Dax glances at me with his cocky smirk. I know he can smell my excitement.
