Chapter 31
Gemini’s POV
I tossed restlessly in the bed, unable to find the slightest sleep. I threw my legs off the bed and headed out of the room. I needed something to drink, anything to get my mind off whatever was bothering me.
The sting still felt fresh in my heart and I couldn’t help but curse at the mate bond for making me so possessive of King Asher.
A bottle of whiskey should do. I said, weighing the bottle with my eyes.
The moonlight shone across the surface of the pool, its silvery glow casting soft and beautiful shadows on the water. I floated on my back, staring up at the endless night sky. The cool water and burning sensation from the whiskey was the only thing grounding me, keeping my chaotic thoughts at bay.
Becca’s smug smile and Asher’s ever–unexplainable expression replayed in my mind. I wanted to believe it didn’t matter. That I didn’t care. But the sharp pain in my chest told me otherwise.
I splashed water over my face, trying to drown the thoughts. “You don’t care, Gemini” I whispered to myself. “You’re not supposed to care!
The soft sound of footsteps broke through my thoughts. My body stiffened, and I sank back into the water slowly and gently, letting it shield me
“Gemini,” his deep voice called out, low but unmistakable.
I didn’t answer. I remained underneath the water for some more seconds, only letting my head out whenever I ran out of air.
“Why are you not asleep yer?” His question fell on deaf ears as I continued to enjoy the tranquil moment like he didn’t exist in it.
Nevertheless, I could still feel his heavy gaze on me and it felt like he was trying to drown me with his intense gaze. Finally, I shot my head our of the pool clearly disturbed by his monitoring eyes.
I swam to the edge grabbing the railing and pulling myself up, letting the water cascade down my body. His eyes followed the movement, though his face betrayed nothing
“You shouldn’t be out here alone.” Asher said, his voice a little softer than what I was used to.
I turned to him, grabbing a towel and wrapping it around my shoulders. “I couldn’t sleep. Not that it’s any of your business.” 1 said, trying to sound
unfazed
His eyes remained on me for more than a minute as I strolled around, picking up the glass and half–drunk whiskey.
“About earlier he started.
1 held up a hand, curting him off “Don’t. You don’t owe me an explanation, your majesty. You can do whatever you want with whoever you want.” My voice sounded steady, but my heart clenched with every word.
much as I was surprised by the fact that he was trying to explain to me, I didn’t want to hear it. I didn’t want to know how my mate was busy screwing some other girl while I remained unattended to. I didn’t want to be reminded of the fact that my mate found me unattractive.
1 sighed before turning to leave. But his hand unexpectedly shot out, grabbing my wrist. “Gemini,” he called his voice lower now, almost pleading.
Why the heck was he feeling guilty now!
1 glanced down at where his fingers wrapped around my wrist. “Your majesty please,” I said, trying to sound respectful despite the anger and jealousy brewing inside of me.
Before I could process his answer, he pulled me back, his lips crashing against mine as well as the bonde and glass against the floor. The kiss wasn’t gentle. It was raw, demanding, and full of an emotion I couldn’t quite explain.
3 suffered, my brain trying to interpret what had just happened Finally, I got a hold of myself. I pushed away from him, trying to walk away as fast
he stamoned me agatat the wall, his lips crashing onto mine once again. I struggled against las chest, trying to break the kiss. “What are you doing?” I mumbled against his lips, sull feeling the sting of my earlier hurt.
1
But Auber didn’t let go. He wrapped his arrun around me, lifting me effortlessly as if I weighed nathing: “Nop irishing” he said, his voice tough as
“Tur me down!” protested, my bats weakly pounding against his chest.
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Chapter 31
He didn’t answer, his jaw clenched, his body tense as he carried me to his room. Once inside, he kicked the door shut and set me down gently on the edge of his bed.
“Asher. I don’t need your paty,” I said, my voice trembling. “I don’t expect loyalty f
from
you. I know-
“Stay quiet,” he growled. his body leaning over mine, his hands braced on either side of me. His eyes burned into mine, dark and full of desire
Despite the fact that I was soaking his bed with my wet bikini, he didn’t show any sign of displeasure. Goosebumps filled my skin as he began to trace his hands all over my curves.
“King Asher,” 1 intended to call but moaned instead.
to
Everything was happening so fast and I had little to no time to process any of it
His proximity was intoxicating, my senses heightened as his body heat mingled with mine. He lifted my knee as he leaned further into the bed. making me lay flat in response.
My mind was fighting against his every move, but my body gave in with ease. His hips shifted slightly, and I felt his arousal hard against my thigh.
“Asher.” I whispered once again, my craving for him on the increase.
Lost in curiosity and desire, I found myself reaching for his pants to feel his erection even more
The need for him inside of me intensified as I felt him. My hands instinctively reached for his belt, my fingers trembling as I tried to unbuckle it.
He stood abruptly, releasing me and stepping back as if I had done something wrong.
I looked up at him, confused. “What is the matter?” I asked softly.
“Leave!” he said, his voice returning to its usual tone.
I stared at him, my heart pounding as I tried to think of the possibilities. “Did I do something wrong?”
“Tsaid leave, Gemini,” he said, his eyes avoiding mine as he adjusted his pants. “Now.”
The weight of his words settled over me, and I felt the sting of rejection burn hot in my chest. Without another, word, I grabbed my towel and walked out, refusing to let him see the tears threatening to spill..
As I stepped into the hallway, I could still feel the ghost of his touch, the heat of his kiss lingering on my lips. But his rejection had left an even deeper murk, one I wasn’t sure I could crate.
AD
