Page 79 of The Alpha's Pretend Mate

I like this.

She relished the intensity of his hold on her. “I was just getting started,” she shot back playfully, her confidence bubbling up despite the overwhelming surge of his dominance.

Cassius chuckled darkly, the sound wrapping around her like a spell. “Let’s see how you handle it when I’m in charge.” The shift in his tone sent a thrill through her, igniting a fire that burned brighter with each passing second.

Cassius didn’t waste time. His hands were everywhere—gripping her hips, pulling her to the edge of the bed as he positioned himself between her legs.

Before she could fully comprehend the shift, he was inside her, filling her in one swift, powerful thrust.

Alysa gasped, her body arching off the bed as he set a punishing pace. The sensation of him so deep inside her sent shockwaves of pleasure radiating through her body.

“You’re incredible,” he murmured, brushing his fingers through her hair, and Alysa felt a warmth spread through her. She wanted to give in to the passion, to revel in the pleasure of their connection.

As he pressed against her, every inch of her body responded to his touch, igniting a desire that had been simmering beneath the surface. “Show me,” she urged, her voice barely above a whisper, filled with a mix of vulnerability and yearning.

She wrapped her legs around his waist, pulling him closer, needing more. Cassius obliged, his hips slamming into hers with brutal precision, each thrust harder than the last.

God, he feels incredible.

The room was filled with the sounds of their bodies slapping against each other, his guttural groans mixing with her breathless moans. Every inch of her skin felt alive, hypersensitive to his touch.

Cassius was relentless, driving into her with a raw intensity that left her gasping for air. Her vision blurred as the pressure built inside her, coiling tighter and tighter until she couldn’t hold back any longer.

Alysa shattered, her orgasm crashing over her in waves. She cried out, her entire body trembling as the pleasure consumed her.

But Cassius didn’t stop. He kept thrusting, chasing his own release as her inner muscles clenched around him, dragging him deeper into the abyss of sensation.

With one final, powerful thrust, Cassius came undone, his release filling her as his body tensed above her. He collapsed against her, their bodies slick with sweat, their breathing heavy and uneven.

Alysa’s mind was hazy, her body limp from the intensity of their lovemaking. She lifted a hand to rub his back slowly and then raked it through his blond hair. She could feel the steady rise and fall of Cassius’s chest against her own, his heartbeat gradually slowing.

That’s the best sex I have ever had in my life.

As the haze began to lift, Alysa’s thoughts drifted to what had just happened. For the first time, she had been in control,and the experience had been exhilarating. But it was the way Cassius had taken over, the way he had claimed her with such raw need, that left her breathless.

I love him.

There was no doubt in her mind.

Cassius brushed a strand of hair from her face, his blue eyes sparkling with affection. “I can’t believe how lucky I am,” he murmured, his voice thick with emotion.

Alysa smiled, her heart full. “Me too,” she replied softly. “I never thought I could have all I wanted.”

“Neither did I,” he admitted, his fingers tracing patterns on her skin. “But now that I have you, I can’t imagine my life any other way.”

The words settled around them, a promise that echoed in the stillness of the room. Alysa snuggled closer, feeling the warmth of his body enveloping her like a protective shield.

Chapter 21 - Cassius

Today's the day.

Cassius stirred, his eyes fluttering open as the realization dawned on him. His heart raced with a mixture of excitement and nervousness as he sat up, running a hand through his tousled blonde hair.

The sun peeked through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the bedroom. Cassius swung his legs over the side of the bed, his bare feet touching the cool wooden floor. He paused for a moment, taking a deep breath to calm his nerves.

This is really happening.

As he made his way to the bathroom, Cassius caught a glimpse of himself in the mirror. His blue eyes sparkled with anticipation, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips. He turned on the shower, letting the hot water cascade over his muscular frame, washing away the last vestiges of sleep.

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