There was a sharp sting of pain as Renatus slapped her ass, making her muscles clench around the both of them. Vita cried out as the men groaned, the flood of pleasure overwhelming her.

Verian reached around and spanked her again, her cunt and ass clamping down on the hard cocks of her lovers, her eyes rolling to the back of her head. He slid his hand up Renatus’ firm stomach, the man pausing for a moment, like he was savoring the gentle caress.

Her breasts shook as they took turns setting the rhythm until they were thrusting in perfect harmony. The room was a mess of whimpers and moans, a tangle of limbs as they filled Vita to absolute capacity.

“Good. Fucking. Girl,” Renatus groaned, tangling his fingers in her hair and pulling so her back arched just right.

Verian was at her breasts, caressing, licking, biting in between his own moans of desire.

Too soon, Vita felt herself beginning to crumble, wishing this moment could last forever, perfectly connected with the two men.

Powerful thrusts plunged into her, unceasing, until a wave of energy washed over her, almost as if a surge of power was imminent. But the surge was her orgasm, more forceful than any she’d ever felt, her muscles clenching as they continued to fuck her. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she cried out, pure ecstasy enveloping her body, her entire being.

Groans sounded from both ends as Renatus and Verian filled her with their sticky seed. The warmth ran down her thighs and over her ass as they came apart inside her, each giving a final few thrusts before freeing her from their cocks.

The three slumped together in a tangle of limbs as heavy breathing filled the space.

Perfect was the only word that came to Vita’s mind, every other thought completely emptied after what had just occurred.

Perfect.

CHAPTER 46

Vita

VERIAN RAN A HAND along the dusty tomes in the library as Vita watched him from the couch.

Early autumn sun streamed in through the tall windows, basking them in its warm glow, the earthy smell of old books filtering through the space.

After their morning with Renatus, Vita had shown Verian around the palace—the parlors, the greenhouse, the astronomy tower, and the library. He couldn’t hide the awe on his face from the decadent extravagance infusing every room.

Livia had escorted them to another bedroom, one that he could take residence in, though she couldn’t imagine he’d be sleeping alone anytime soon. Still, she could sense his melancholy, his jaw tense as he inspected his new quarters.

Verian finished his exploration of the bookshelves, dropping onto the couch next to her and pulling her into a cuddle. “Quite a collection he has.”

“Oh, yes, Renatus is an avid reader,” Vita said with a chuckle, turning to face him. “So… was it as nice as you expected?”

“What?”

She bit her lip. “Being intimate with a man. With Renatus.”

Verian swallowed hard, though he couldn’t stop the grin from pulling at his lips. “It was… better than I expected. I thought I would be more nervous, but it helped that you were there.”

Vita’s smile beamed through the library, relief settling in her bones. She had hoped his first time was as euphoric as her first kiss with Aurora. He certainly seemed to enjoy himself as he was on his knees for Renatus. Something she still hadn’t gotten a chance to do.

“I’m glad.”

Silence filled the room, not exactly uncomfortable, but heavy with the weight of the past few days.

“Will you be going back to the guard?” she finally asked, unable to hide the anxiety in her voice.

He was silent for a long moment, his mouth a thin line. “I don’t think that’s a wise decision with all that has happened. Even if Renatus wiped the memories of those who saw me, it feelswrongto return.”

Her brows furrowed as she examined every inch of his face, creased with gloom. “I’m so sorry, Ver. I know how long you’ve dreamed of becoming a centurion and—”

He cut her off, turning to face her with a serious expression.

“Please, do not apologize. I was coming to find you before I realized you were missing. I wanted to tell you that I planned on quitting the guard. I allowed myself to serve a man who I knew to be vile for the sake of moving up in the ranks.” He gave her a tight squeeze and a kiss on the cheek. “My dedication was misguided.Youare the most important thing in my life, and you have been since the day we met. I love you, Vita, and I would do anything to keep you safe, to make you happy.”