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I lose the next game, my hand unable to compete with Cassius’s full house. As per the rules, I stand up and slowly remove my bra, ensuring that my movements are deliberate and seductive. The brothers watch me with hungry eyes, their desire for me intensifying.
“Ready for another round?” I ask, my voice steady despite the swirling emotions within me.
Cassius nods, his eyes never leaving mine. The cards slide from his fingertips like silk, each one landing precisely in front of me. As I collect them, I devise a plan to distract him, using whatever means necessary to secure my victory.
“Alright, let’s see what fate has in store for us this time,” I say, allowing my fingers to linger on the edge of the table, drawing his gaze to my exposed skin.
Cassius swallows hard, his eyes flickering between my hand and the cards in front of him. Sensing his vulnerability, I lean forward, letting my hair cascade over my shoulder and brush against my bare chest. His breath hitches, and I know I have him right where I want him.
The game progresses quickly, each of us making calculated moves, but I can tell Cassius is struggling to concentrate. Finally, my moment arrives—with a triumphant grin, I lay down my winning hand.
“Looks like I’ve won,” I declare, the satisfaction evident in my voice. Cassius clenches his jaw, clearly frustrated by his loss.
“Choose your next question carefully, Annalise,” Nikhil warns, crossing his arms over his chest. “Time is running out.”
My mind races through all the possible questions I could ask, but ultimately, my priority lies with my children. “When can I see my daughters again?” I ask, desperation seeping into my voice.
Cassius looks at me intently, his blue eyes softening. “You’ll be able to see them soon,” he promises. “We won’t keep them from you any longer.”
A wave of relief washes over me, and I can’t help but smile. The thought of seeing my precious girls again fills my heart with joy, strengthening my resolve to uncover the truth and protect them at all costs.
“Thank you,” I whisper, emotion thick in my words. But as grateful as I am for this small victory, I know there’s still so much more to learn—and I won’t stop until I’ve uncovered every last secret hidden within the shadows of the Volkov family.
I pick up my cards for the next round, feeling a newfound determination coursing through me. I’ve proven that I can hold my own against Cassius and Nikhil, and now it’s time to use this momentum to uncover the secrets they’re hiding.
“Seems like you’re catching on quickly,” Cassius observes, his eyes narrowing as he scans his own hand. “But don’t get too comfortable.”
“Comfort has nothing to do with it,” I reply, studying my cards intently. The weight of their gaze on my exposed body only fuels my desire to win. As the game progresses, I can tell that I’m getting better at reading their expressions and anticipating their moves.
I lose the game.
“Seems like luck isn’t on your side this time,” Nikhil taunts, a wicked smile playing on his lips.
I swallow hard, my cheeks flushing with embarrassment as I slowly remove my panties, leaving myself completely exposed before the two men. Despite my vulnerability, I refuse to let it weaken my resolve. Desperate for answers, I plead with them for one more chance. “Please, just one more game. I need to know the truth.”
Cassius studies my face, his expression unreadable, while Nikhil’s eyes dance with a mixture of amusement and desire. The weight of their gazes feels heavy, but I hold my head high.
I have nothing to be ashamed of. It’s nothing they haven’t seen before.
After all, one of them is the father of my twins.
My heart skips a beat as Cassius shakes his head, denying my request. “You have nothing left to wager, Annalise,” he says coldly, his eyes never leaving mine. “The game is over.”
I refuse to accept defeat so easily, and my mind races through various alternatives. “Fine,” I say, my voice steady despite my pounding heart. “If I have nothing else to wager, then I’ll put myself on the line. My body, in exchange for one final answer.”
Cassius’s eyes widen at my offer, but it’s Nikhil who steps closer, unable to resist the temptation I’ve laid out before him. He stands behind me, his warm breath teasing my sensitive neck as he whispers, “We don’t need you to bid your body. It’s already ours.”
His lips press against the curve of my neck, sending a shiver down my spine. I can feel the heat radiating from his body, the desire between us intensifying with each passing second.
I close my eyes, trying to focus on the information I need rather than the sensations coursing through me.
Nikhil chuckles darkly, his fingers tracing a path along my exposed collarbone. I register the sound of footsteps approaching, and before I realize what’s happening, a strong hand grips my chin, turning my face. Cassius’s piercing blue eyes lock onto mine, stealing my breath away.
His lips descend upon mine, swallowing any protest I might have made. He kisses me passionately, fiercely, as if trying to reclaim what he sees as his. And though a part of me rebels at the possessiveness in his touch, another part finds comfort in the intensity of his desire for me.
There’s not a feeling like being wanted by the Volkov brothers.
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