Dear Immortal Tyrant

Lina hoped he hadn't noticed how aroused she was by him. Her body was melting from the intensity of the heat rolling off his powerful body. Her skin was eager for his touch, her tongue curious of his taste, and her heart eager for his attention. She pressed her thighs together, hoping it wasn't obvious how vulnerable she felt around him. She felt a strange slickness and lowered her gaze to his lips.

"When shall we start?" Lina asked.

Kaden wondered if she knew the wicked thoughts running through his mind. He was careful not to hurt her, not to scare her away. Now that she was back in his trap, he refused to let her go. She was just one step closer to fully falling into his arms. 

"You're eager, dove." Kaden skimmed his fingers up her spine. She let out a soft cry, taken by surprise. At the sound, her face turned red as passion and she tried to turn her head.

Kaden had the urge to throw her on the table and savagely take her right then and there. The sound was far too sweet to be heard by anyone else. Even through her soft fabric, he could feel the twist of her spine as she squirmed in her chair.

"Did you want to learn that badly?" Kaden taunted, his gloved hand stopping right at the nape of her neck.

Lina let out a shaky breath, unable to speak. She had always thought she was a patient woman, but he spoke in circles. She wanted him to continue speaking. His tone was smokey and smoldering, rich like chocolate, and deep as oceans. She realized how possessive he was right now. One hand gripping her hand and the other tight around her nape.

If Lina didn't know better, she'd think they were lovers. In fact, the entire club must've thought so. She was suddenly aware of the eyes on her. Right on time, her head began to buzz. 

"Yes," Lina said without thinking straight.

Lina was unguarded. She was undone by his sensual words and seductive voice. Some would call her shameless, but she couldn't think clearly. He smelled delightful. She felt a scorching heat pool in her stomach, her mind going slack. His words were suggestive, but she didn't care.

"You shouldn't be so eager so easily, dove of mine. I might take advantage of you," Kaden murmured, stroking her baby hair near her neck. She let out a small noise that sent fire to his groin. He was so turned on that it began to hurt him physically.

"Aren't you already doing that, Commander?" Lina asked, restlessly shifting her thighs. She wished she wasn't wearing a dress, for she could feel the wetness of her legs pressing together. 

"Doing what?"

"W-whatever you're doing right now," Lina stated.

"What I'm doing right now?" he repeated, his tone lowered and became sensual like silk. He sounded so sincere in his dedication to teach her that she wondered if they were on the same topic.

Lina never felt so starved.

Kaden suddenly chuckled. The sound sent shocks to the spot between her thighs. She was going to drown in the heat that he coaxed her with. 

People were watching. Men were leering. Women were glaring. Lina could feel her pristine reputation at stake. She should push him away. She should stand up. She should do everything to ensure her public image wasn't stained. 

'I'd let him stain me anytime,' a voice said in the back of her mind.

'Shut up, you're delusional,' Lina thought to herself. 

"Relax, dove. You're stiff." Kaden dropped his hand. Only then did she let out a shaky breath. He could see her turning pale from holding in her breath for so long. He could practically smell her sweetness, the arousal thick in the air.

Instead of doing anything, Kaden's free hand adjusted the collar of her dress. The cold leather skimmed her skin, causing her to turn rigid. Her body was lithe and he could see her silhouette perfectly, no matter how modestly the white cloth covered her. He realized he preferred her in white. Not red like their wedding gone by, but white. It suited her nickname perfectly, a symbol of peace.

Without warning, Kaden harshly pulled away from her. Lina's face crumbled, but she quickly hid it.

"You should stay away from me, dove."

Lina nearly cried out in disbelief. What the hell did he mean by that? One minute he was soft with her, the next, he was cold again. What was she supposed to tell him? It was then she realized he must've cared for her reputation. Here she was, a fine young lady letting another man touch her this intimately in public.

"I—"

"Drink," Kaden instructed, pushing the cold glass back to her hand.

Lina frowned, suddenly no longer feeling parched. She was fervent from his touch, her body so hot it was feverish by now. She wanted him to touch her again. The desperation slapped her back into reality. 

What the hell were you thinking, Lina?

Lina was mortified once the addiction died down. She took a gulp of her drink, the alcohol only warming her from the inside. It did nothing to help her nerves.

"I don't want you to teach me anymore," Lina suddenly said, placing the glass back down and rising to her feet. "L-let this be the last time we meet, Commander."

"No."

Kaden took a step closer until he had her back to where he wanted her. He gazed down at his coat resting over her forearm. He didn't need to grab her to keep her in place. She was peering up at him helplessly, begging for him to leave, for she couldn't do it on her own will.

The thought devastated Kaden who knew he could do nothing, but ruin her. Yet, when Kaden realized Altan could have Lina first, bloodthirsty revenge clawed at his chest. Kaden needed her. He wanted her with every fiber in his body. He had waited long enough to see her. He must have her.

Lina Yang must belong to him.

"You will see me every day, dove. I will have you, body and soul."

"Kaden—"

"I meant what I said, dove."

And with that said, Kaden grabbed her by the chin, raising her head up. He was going to show everyone in this damn high society exactly who was his property. He made no move to kiss her, but only brought her closer to him.

"Remember my words well, dove of mine. I will teach you in any position you wish to know. Now, be a doll and sit back down.. We're just getting started."