Page 139 of Dark Awakening

Danica's ecstatic screams pierce the air as she finally crests, reaching her peak. Her slick arousal gushes freely down her quivering thighs.

That's the reaction I wanted, needed to see from her—my dirty girl, becoming unraveled and losing all control. I brought out her primal side, unleashing the filthy desires she's kept locked away.

"Such a good girl." I praise.

Now her true nature is revealed, inhibitions shattered. I've unlocked the carnal, cock-hungry beast within this innocent angel. I've pushed her to new depths of ecstasy tonight. She'll never be the same again after this.

I keep thrusting, intent on prolonging her pleasure for as long as possible. I'll push her through multiple orgasms before finding my own release.

I now revel in her trembling form beneath me, knowing I've taken her to new heights.

I tighten my hold, and I drive urgently into her. Chest flush to her back, I graze her neck with my teeth. Her ecstatic moans fill the room, piercing my soul. I chase my release until finally tipping over the edge with a primal scream. Waves of bliss crash through me.

I flip her over and scoop her limp, sated body into my arms. Her eyes are glazed, her face slack with satisfaction as I carry her into the bathroom.

I set her onto the slick marble, and she gazes up at me, still panting heavily.

“Jesus Christ, Rhyland! You have to be the dirtiest man alive." she jeers flirtatiously.

“Yeah?” I tease back with a grin. “But you love it.”

After another shower to cleanse the sweat of our passion, Danica and I join the others in the living room. We gather around the crown; admiration mingled with confusion. Six empty settings pockmark its golden surface, with only one central amber stone left.

What is the meaning of these missing pieces?

Adrian puzzles over the mystery, brow furrowed. Where have the other gems gone over time? Why has this sole stone remained? What is the significance? More questions than answers swirl in his mind.

Dani sinks onto the couch beside me, face scrunched in bewilderment. "Seraphina said she'd contact me once I retrieved this," she remarks. "Maybe she can explain?"

"Is there any way for you to contact her first?" I ask

Dani shakes her head, lips twisted in uncertainty.

"Why not call out for her?" Adrian suggests. "It's worth a try."

With nervous hands fidgeting on her lap, Dani shouts into the empty room. "Seraphina? Are you there?"

We wait with bated breath, but only silence answers. She tries again to no avail, finally throwing her hands up in defeat.

"Guess not," she sighs, shoulders slumping.

Night falls, and Adrian and Erik depart to feed, leaving Danica already curled asleep in bed. I remain awake, my mind racing, turning the crown over in my hands.

Adrian's knowledge hints at the answer—he'd spoken of the seven realms. Seven settings, seven stones...could each realm possibly hold a missing gem? My pulse quickens at the implication.

Does the amber stone represent Danica's light realm? Which jewel awaits discovery in the others? The possibilities send my thoughts spinning like a kaleidoscope. We've solved the first puzzle, but many more await.

For now, I tuck away the crown and lay down beside Danica. Tomorrow, we'll begin unraveling this mystery in earnest. But tonight, I focus only on her soft breaths and the comforting warmth of her body tucked against mine. The future can wait—this moment is all that matters.

Danica

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I'm startled awake by an ethereal glow filling my bedroom. Seraphina's celestial form materializes before me. As I stand, exhilaration fizzes through my veins.

Seraphina's smile is gracious and warm. "Well done recovering the ancient relic, Dani. You've taken a monumental step toward uniting the sundered realms."

I'm burning with questions after the cryptic crown's discovery. "Thank you. I've been desperately hoping for your return."

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