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The air was thick with expectation, every word and gesture calculated for maximum impact. One of the women, her tone laced with condescension, asked Asa, “And what of your education? Have you been properly prepared to manage a household and support your future husband?”
Asa's response was quiet but clear, “I… I've studied the appropriate subjects. Etiquette, household management, the arts…” Her voice trailed off as if she were reciting from memory rather than speaking from passion.
As Dominic and his brothers approached, a hush fell upon the crowd. Whispers fluttered like moths drawn to flame as heads turned and eyes followed their every move. The air of anticipation grew palpable as they came to stand before the gathered group, Dominic positioning himself directly before Asa.
The girl looked up at him with wide eyes full of stunned surprise. Meredith rushed over, her eagerness barely contained as she sought to bridge the gap between their social standing and that of the Davenports.
“Mr. Davenport, Mr. Davenport, and Mr. Davenport,” she gushed, pulling Asa along with her. “Allow me to introduce my daughter, Asa.”
Dominic inhaled deeply as Asa's sweet omega scent reached him—a bouquet of vulnerability and strength mingling together into an intoxicating essence that beckoned him closer. His alpha stirred within him, an instinctual growl echoing through his head—Mine!
With a measured calmness that belied his inner turmoil, Dominic extended his hand toward Asa. “Would you care to dance?” he asked.
Asa hesitated. Then came Meredith's subtle nudge, a reminder of expectations, and Asa's hand slipped into his own.
Gently but firmly, he led her onto the dance floor, aware of every eye upon them. Her hand felt like the most precious thing he had ever held—fragile yet filled with an unexpected strength that resonated deep within him.
Dominic drew Asa close, her delicate form fitting perfectly against his broad chest as the waltz began. Her hand trembled ever so slightly in his grasp, a fluttering heartbeat he could feel echoing through her skin. With a reassuring smile, he guided her into the first steps of the dance.
As they moved across the floor, Asa's initial trepidation melted away, her body relaxing into the rhythm. Dominic marveled at how effortlessly she followed his lead, her movements graceful and fluid like the gentle lapping of waves against the shore.
Her pale hair fanned out behind her with each turn, a platinum halo shimmering under the ballroom's golden light. Up close, her scent enveloped him—an intoxicating blend of delicate florals and rich, earthy notes that stirred his alpha instincts into a dizzying frenzy.
Catching her gaze, Dominic found himself drowning in the ethereal depths of her eyes. They shone with an innocent wonder, a purity that both soothed and ignited a fierce protectiveness within him.
As the music swelled, he pulled her closer still, their bodies moving as one across the parquet floor. Then, in a daring move, he lifted her into the air, her skirts billowing around them like a cloud. Asa's delighted laughter rang out, bright and unrestrained, a sound that reverberated through Dominic's very soul.
In that moment, suspended between heaven and earth, her joy was contagious. Dominic felt his own lips curve into a rare, unguarded smile as the musical peals of her mirth washed over him. It was as if her happiness had the power to unlock something deep within him—a part of himself he had long kept buried beneath layers of responsibility and control.
As he lowered her back down, her feet once again finding the floor, Dominic found himself inexplicably reluctant to let her go. He yearned to hold on to this fleeting moment of lightness, to bask in the warmth of her unguarded delight for just a little while longer.
The sweet, heady aroma of her omega pheromones swirled around them, igniting a primal hunger within him. His alpha instincts roared to life, every fiber of his being aching to claim her, to pull her close and drink in her essence until it became a part of his very being.
Dominic's grip tightened fractionally, his body thrumming with a fierce need to possess this ethereal creature who had so thoroughly captivated him—mind, body, and soul.
Dominic's gaze held hers, his eyes intense yet filled with an unmistakable tenderness. He leaned in close, his hand nudging her chin up. “Asa, my sweet Asa…” Then he straightened and turned on his heel, his broad shoulders cutting a path through the stunned crowd. Lucian and Xavier fell into step behind him, their movements mirroring the assured confidence of their eldest brother.
As the Davenport brothers strode out of the ballroom, a hush fell over the gathered guests. All eyes followed their departure, a palpable aura of awe and curiosity rippling through the room. It was as if the very air had been charged by their presence, leaving a vacuum in their wake that begged to be filled.
Dominic did not look back, his focus unwavering as he led his brothers out into the cool night air. Yet with every step, he could still feel the phantom weight of Asa in his arms, the lingering scent of her omega essence clinging to him like a siren's call.
xavier
Xavier lounged on the plush leather sofa, the deep-burgundy hue echoing the rich ambiance of the penthouse living room. His gaze roamed the opulent space, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that framed the glittering city skyline to the meticulously curated art pieces adorning the walls. A low fire crackled in the hearth, casting a warm glow over the room's impeccable design.
Harris approached, his footsteps muffled by the thick Persian rug, a silver tray in hand. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air as the butler poured the fragrant liquid into delicate porcelain cups. Xavier accepted his with a nod of thanks, savoring the first sip.
Lucian's laughter sliced through Xavier's musings as he teased Dominic about his apparent infatuation. “I've never seen you so enchanted by anyone, Dom. It's like she cast a spell on you.”
Dominic's steely gaze flickered with a rare softness, his broad shoulders relaxing ever so slightly. “Asa is… different. Remarkable.”
A low chuckle rumbled from Xavier's chest. “Remarkable? High praise coming from you, brother.”
Lucian grinned, leaning forward conspiratorially. “I've never seen our esteemed leader so thoroughly captivated. One might even say smitten.”
Xavier's mind drifted, recalling the night of Evelyn Sinclair's birthday party only a week ago. The memory of Asa, bathed in moonlight, danced vividly before his eyes. Her lithe form had moved with ethereal grace, her voice a haunting melody that stirred something primal within him—a yearning for something he had never wanted before.
He had always looked upon young women of high society with disdain; they were often trained to be nothing more than trophies for powerful alphas. But Asa was different. Her innocence stirred something within him he couldn't quite understand. When she had walked past him to dance with Dominic, her proximity sent her sweet omega scent wafting through the air, a scent that beckoned to every fiber of his alpha being. It was a scent that spoke to parts of him he kept under meticulous control. Even now, Xavier could almost taste the delicate fragrance on the air, his body reacting with a surge of possessive hunger. He shifted, acutely aware of the heated gaze Dominic leveled his way.
