6. Saturus

6

SATURUS

H er warmth envelops me as I thrust deeper, harder. The water splashes around us, echoing off the cavern walls. Claudia's legs tighten, pulling me closer. Her breath comes in ragged gasps, matching my own frenzied rhythm.

"Mine," I growl, nipping at her neck.

She whimpers, arching into me. The sound ignites something primal within. My fangs elongate, aching to sink into her flesh.

Power surges through me. It's time. With a final, forceful thrust, I roar my release. Magic pulses between us as I spill inside her, binding her to me for eternity.

Or so I thought.

Something's wrong. The energy rebounds, crackling against an invisible barrier. What the hell?

I pull back, staring into Claudia's dazed eyes. She blinks, confusion replacing the lust-filled haze.

"What... what's happening?" she murmurs.

I grip her shoulders, searching for answers. How is this possible? She shouldn't be able to resist my claim. Unless...

"You're already bound," I snarl, fury and frustration boiling beneath my skin. "Who? Which demon dares to interfere?"

Claudia shakes her head, fear creeping into her expression. "I don't understand. What do you mean, bound?"

I bare my fangs, barely containing my rage. Someone's marked her. Claimed her before I could. But who? And how did I not sense it earlier?

My mind races, cataloging every demon powerful enough to hide their mark from me. The list is depressingly short. And none of them would dare encroach on my territory.

I glare at Claudia, suspicion warring with desire. Is she playing me? Did she know about this other contract?

No. The shock in her eyes seems genuine. She's as clueless as I am.

Which makes this situation even more intriguing. And infuriating.

I release Claudia, stepping back in the warm water. My mind races, piecing together this puzzle. The contract binding her... it's ancient. So old it's barely detectable. No wonder I missed it at first.

"Fuck," I mutter, running a hand through my wet hair.

Claudia hugs herself, shivering despite the steam rising around us. "What's going on? You said something about being bound?"

I study her, searching for any hint of deception. Nothing. Just confusion and a lingering trace of desire. She really has no clue.

I can't help but chuckle as realization dawns. Another lust demon's prey, right under my nose. The thrill of chaos sends a delicious shiver down my spine. Fucking someone else's claim? Now that's my kind of entertainment.

"Well, well," I purr, eyeing Claudia's trembling form. "Looks like you're more interesting than I thought."

She blinks up at me, confusion etched across her features. "What do you mean?"

I ignore her question, savoring the excitement bubbling in my veins. This is going to be fun.

Stepping out of the water, I scoop Claudia into my arms. She feels so fragile, so human. Yet there's something else, a hint of power just beneath the surface. Intriguing.

She leans against me, weak from our intense coupling. I can feel her pulse racing, smell the lingering arousal on her skin. It takes all my self-control not to take her again right here.

As I reach for my garments, my mind races with possibilities. Whose claim did I just violate? And how can I use this to my advantage?

Claudia watches me warily as I dress myself, her eyes following every movement. "Are you going to tell me what's going on?"

I watch Claudia's face, savoring her confusion and desperation. She's like a lost lamb, unaware she's wandered into a wolf's den. Delicious.

"The contract," she presses, her voice quivering. "You said I was bound. What does that mean?"

I remain silent, letting her stew in her uncertainty. It's so much more fun this way. Finally, I flash her a predatory grin.

"It's done, sweetheart. You got what you wanted."

Her eyes widen, hope and disbelief warring in her expression. "Really? You mean... you'll help me save my sister?"

Oh, this is too good. I can't help but smirk, drinking in her naivety. She has no idea what she's stumbled into, does she? The thought of fucking someone else's property sends a thrill through me. It's been far too long since I've had this much fun.

"Sure, let's go with that," I purr, not bothering to hide my amusement.

Truth is, I couldn't care less about her sister or her desperate plea for help. That's not my problem. Whatever demon has already claimed her can deal with that mess. I'm just here for the chaos and pleasure.

Claudia's brow furrows, doubt creeping into her eyes. "But... how? When did we make the contract?"

I laugh, the sound echoing off the cavern walls. "Don't worry your pretty little head about the details. It's all taken care of."

She opens her mouth to protest, but I silence her with a finger to her lips. The contact sends a spark of desire through me. Maybe I'll keep her around a bit longer, see how much more fun I can squeeze out of this situation.

After all, I have no obligation to fulfill her request. Let her figure out the mess she's in on her own. I'm just along for the ride.

I can't resist one last taste. My hand connects with Claudia's ass, the sharp slap echoing through the chamber. She gasps, her body arching instinctively. I pinch her nipple, hard, and she lets out a delicious moan that goes straight to my groin.

"Time to start the party topside, sweetheart," I purr, already imagining the chaos we'll unleash in Protheka.

Her eyes widen, a mix of fear and excitement dancing in their depths. "What do you mean?"

I ignore her question, turning to my servants who hover nearby. "Dress her up. Something in black leather. Make it enticing."

The servants bow and scurry to obey. I watch as they lead Claudia away, her naked form disappearing around a corner. The memory of her warmth, her taste, lingers on my tongue.

But there's work to be done. Protheka awaits, ripe for the taking. And I have a mystery to unravel - who dared to claim what should be mine?

With a grin that would make lesser beings tremble, I stride out of the chamber. The fun is just beginning.