“Indeed.” I concur. I contemplate my potential reaction if another man were to be excessively persistent with Celine in my presence. I would eliminate him regardless. I am interrupted from my lethal thoughts by arms encircling my waist. This time, it is my exquisite partner.
I pivot and observe her. Her hair lacks its customary curl. It is entirely straight and asymmetrically parted to one side. She is wearing more makeup than usual, yet she remains beautiful. She consistently appears exquisite. I observe her adorned in a black sequined skirt and a white tank top.
The skirt reaches approximately mid-thigh, and the tank top lacks cleavage. I experience relief. She appears both alluring and sophisticated. I am pleased that she is not revealing excessive information. “You appear alluring,” I murmur into her ear, then gently bite it. She smiles while leaning towards me, and I feel an overwhelming sense of exhilaration.
“I adore you,” I murmur as we separate.
“I love you as well,” she beams at me with radiant joy. I observe that she experiences it as well.
We arrived at the club with a group of approximately 25 individuals. The majority accompanied us. We discover an extensive area of chairs, which our group occupies. I ordered several bottles of Patron and ten bottles of champagne, and we are all partaking in a drink.
“Celine, join me in dancing,” Serena states as she takes her hand and pulls her along.
“Elaine, you as well.” “Single ladies,” Serena proclaims emphatically.
Celine informs her, “I am no longer a single lady.”
“We may feign for a single dance.” Kindly?”
Celine gazes at me, and I respond with a smile, “Proceed, enjoy yourself, darling!”
She proceeds to the dance floor with her companions, and I observe them dancing. I am pleased because I wish to monitor her and ensure her well-being. I am conversing with Gavin, Marcus, Nylah, and Norah while periodically observing Celine.
“She will be fine,” Norah asserts with a smile.
I reciprocate the smile, stating, “I am aware; I simply adore her.”
“Do you love her?”A male voice enquires from behind me. I glance at Ryker. I furrow my brows, perplexed by his inquiry.
Affirmative!I reply.
“How can you genuinely love her after merely a few days?” L**t occurs rapidly, whereas love? “That requires time,” he informs me.
“You clearly do not comprehend the strength and intensity of the mate bond,” I counter, and he shakes his head in irritation.
“The mate bond engenders affection for her physique, aroma, and tactile presence, yet it requires time to cultivate an appreciation for her intellect and spirit,” he informs me. I am fully aware of the source and intent of his message.
“May I presume that you do?”“I enquire, arching an eyebrow and smirking.”
“Is it significant?”“He insists.”
I pause to contemplate momentarily, “Negative!” “It does not, as she belongs to me,” I remark with a chuckle, turning my back to him once more.
“I am certain she would appreciate being referred to as your possession in that manner,” he states, with palpable anger evident in each word. I glance back at Ryker momentarily.
“She adores it,” I smirk. “It appears you do not comprehend her thoughts and essence as thoroughly as you presumed,” I remark, turning my back once more, and I am exultantly radiant.
I perceive a drink being forcefully placed on the table, leading me to infer that Ryker is experiencing a minor outburst. Norah smiles, and I discern her effort to suppress laughter. I glance at the women dancing, and they have vanished. What is happening? The dispute with Ryker diverted my attention. My heart begins to race, and suddenly I observe her and her companions approaching us, manoeuvring through the crowd.
She approaches me and encircles my waist with her arms.
Celine, we were attempting to resolve a debate earlier. May I solicit your opinion?Ryker enquires.
“Certainly,” she replies. Is he genuinely going to enquire whether she consents to my asserting ownership over her?
“What is your perspective on a man asserting that a woman is his possession?”“I observe his slight smirk, indicating he believes he will ensnare me in a falsehood.” He articulated it less effectively than I did.
“That is contingent upon various factors.” If he is also hers, then it is desirable; however, if it is unreciprocated, then it is unacceptable.“She elucidates.”
“I informed Ryker that you belonged to me, and he presumed you would disapprove of my manner of speaking,” I elucidated to her with a slight smile.
