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I roll my eyes, but I can’t help but laugh. “Whatever you say. Just don’t let it go to your head. We both know I’m the brains of this operation.”
Ren scoffs. “Please. You may be book smart, but I’ve got street smarts. And that’s what really counts in our line of work.”
“Yeah, yeah,” I say. “Let’s just focus on getting this assignment done so we can go and have some real fun with our princess.”
Ren’s eyes light up. “Now that’s a plan I can get behind.”
I try to focus and shake off the thoughts of Camila. But it’s like trying to ignore a siren’s call. Every few minutes, my mind wanders back to how she looked spread out beneath me last night.
It’s not just the physical attraction, though. There’s something about our princess that draws me in. I want to protect her and keep her safe from the darkness surrounding our world. But I know that’s impossible.
I run a hand through my hair, frustrated with myself. I can’t afford to let my guard down, not even for a second. I need to remember who I am and what my purpose is. I’m the heir to the Barone empire, and I have a job to do.
But even as I try to convince myself of that, I know it’s a losing battle. Camila has a hold on me, and I’m unsure I want to break free. The thought of losing her, of watching her walk away, makes my chest tighten with an unfamiliar ache.
I glance up at Ren, who’s still focused on his work. He seems unaffected by Camila’s charms, but I know better. He’s just better at hiding it than I am. We both want her, both need her in a way that goes beyond the physical.
And that’s what scares me the most. Because I know that in our world, love is a weakness. And I can’t afford to be weak, not when so much is at stake.
26
CAMILA
I’ve got to play this smart. Dante thinks I want him. Elio and Renzo think I’m hooked on them. They’re getting the idea that I’m willing to be here. Willing to be their little sex toy, but I’m not.
While I enjoyed it on a physical level, I’m not that desperate. It’s been five days since they stole me away from my room and locked me in their apartment—five days of them escorting me to my classes or lunch. Lucia, Maeve, and Emily just assume I’m loved up with Elio, so I’m hardly around. And since one of the boys is always with me when I’m with them, I’ve been unable to set them straight.
Instead, I’m biding my time, waiting for them to slip up before I make my escape. They think I’m going to give them intel on my family, but the problem is I’ve got nothing.
It’s been at least a year since I last saw my father. He tells me nothing, and Mom knows as much as me, which is zero. What will happen once they realize their entire plan is flawed?
Will they go after Sergio next?
I can’t let that happen. Escape is the only chance, and once I do escape, I will go to Sergio and warn him.
I glance up at Elio, his dark eyes boring into mine. The library, my sanctuary, feels tainted by his presence. The musty smell of books mingles with his cologne, a scent I once found intoxicating.
“What is it?” I ask, my voice barely above a whisper.
Elio leans in close, his breath hot against my ear. “You seem distracted, princess. Is there something on your mind?”
I force a smile, my cheeks aching with the effort. “Just thinking about our date tonight. I can’t wait to spend some alone time with you.”
The words taste bitter on my tongue, but I know I have to play along. If Elio suspects I’m not fully under his spell, he’ll never let his guard down long enough for me to escape.
Elio smirks, his hand sliding up my thigh beneath the table. “I can’t wait either, princess. We’re going to have so much fun together.”
I fight the urge to recoil from his touch, instead leaning into him and batting my eyelashes. “I’m all yours, Elio. Forever and always.”
The lie burns in my throat, but I force it out anyway. I have to make Elio believe I’m happy and want to be with him and his twisted brother. It’s the only way I’ll ever have a chance at freedom.
Elio’s eyes darken with desire, and he presses a kiss to my neck. “That’s my girl,” he murmurs, his voice low and possessive. “But you forgot to say you’re all ours. What about Ren? You love having him choke you with his dick, don’t you?”
I close my eyes, imagining myself far away from this place and from Elio and Ren and their cruel games. One day, I’ll be free. But for now, I’ll play my part and bide my time, waiting for the perfect moment to make my escape.
Renzo’s hand slides up my other thigh, his fingers brushing against the hem of my skirt. I inhale sharply, my body betraying me as heat pools between my legs. I hate myself for reacting this way, for allowing them to have this power over me. “Admit it, bookworm. Two cocks are better than one.”
I try to pull away, but Elio’s grip on my thigh tightens, holding me in place. “No moving, princess. Let Ren touch your tight little cunt. After all, he’s going to be the one to fuck it tonight after I take you out.”
