Vice's Domination [Demon Twins 2] (Siren Publishing Menage and More) (9 page)

“When Neil and I met Vice, he was already in a dark place. He’d developed a special fondness for the most unattainable women.”

“Are you telling me you all fucked me because of some freak nature in Vice?”

“God, no.” Troy’s eyes rounded owlishly. “What I meant was that he always tried to get those ladies who were beyond his reach. At first Neil and I had fun, joining in the most entertaining fuck-fest of our lives, but Vice’s desires grew darker still. The beast within him was never satisfied.”

The beast?
Scotland certainly had a healthy trend for bizarre beliefs. “What did he or it or whatever want?”

“Anyone it couldn’t have. He began to prey on those who defied him at first. By forcing his will on a person he could force her submission even if she was happily married and unwilling to commit adultery.”

Claudia gasped. “You mean he could have broken up homes simply for the thrill of sex?”

Troy nodded. “Initially Vice was merciful and erased the shame of the act from the woman’s mind. She could go home and continue to live gaily without anyone, even her husband being none the wiser. But there came a time when that was not enough. The dark being within Vice began to purposefully leave her memory intact. If she chose to remain silent, it was a secret she would have to keep for life. If she chose to reveal everything to her spouse, they could either get past the incident or let it crush them. Whatever the outcome, there are some people out there who are aware that a man preyed on them sexually and he could return at any time.”

All this was simply too incredible for Claudia. “So if he had all these ladies eating out the palm of his hand, then why was he seeking one who could resist him?”

Troy shrugged. “He longed for a woman to come to him willingly. After having used his dark powers for so long, there was no telling where the true person he was fucking ended and the mindless puppet began. Plus, some part of his morality must have raged against his inhumane behavior. Vice became his own worst enemy as he battled the beast within himself. For a long time now, Vice has not been intimate with anyone.
He could not be.
”

“But me, we…” Oh Lord how they had fucked.

“Yes, Claudia. Both Neil and I suspected you may be the one Vice needed when his body responded to you. But we chose to err on the side of caution and wait. Little did we know you could be such a dragon when seeking answers.”

Claudia refused to believe she held any special hold on the man. His cock was simply selective. Though why it had chosen her she could not say. “What about this chain he carries? Maybe if he destroys it, it will cease to have power over him.”

“That amulet, Claudia, is not the problem. It was meant more as a cure. His mother fashioned it especially for her twins to safeguard them. But removing the talisman unleashed the sexual prowess within both of them.”

“You’re telling me his mother knew he was a nymphomaniac. So put the damn thing back around his neck.” Troy was speaking about things that made her uncomfortable—sorcery and witchcraft. Those things didn’t exist, did they?

“It would bind him. Vice would become half a person. This power that resides in him is a part of who he is. He simply needs someone who satisfies him fully and accepts him unconditionally—you. You can control his beast.”

Oh, wonderful.
Claudia snorted. “What exactly is this beast that you keep mentioning?”

“My demon blood.” The dark voice answered from the doorway.

Claudia spun around surprised. “Vice.” No man had the right to be so alluring and devastatingly gorgeous. It made her teeth ache from grinding just looking at him. His black eyes and hair certainly looked like he was the very spawn of the devil. Taut, flexing muscles beneath his dark clothes made her nails sink into her palms.

“My mother performed a dark ritual and called on the demon of lust to impregnate her.” He threw his hands open. “Here I am, son of a devil father with Sin as my twin.” Suddenly his eyes narrowed, and the air around him crackled like live electricity. “So run, little Claudia, and take cover. Because once this demon has finished devouring your flesh, it will suck out your soul and leave you as lifeless as a rag doll.”

Claudia shivered as she stared into his eyes. A violent whirlpool raged in the cold, cruel depths and was drawing her helplessly in. She swallowed thickly as he spun around dismissively and strode out. “Dear God, what have I gotten myself into?”

Troy touched her arm, making her jump. “Don’t be afraid, Claudia. You have been with him. Do you honestly believe he will ever harm you?”

Truth be told, she could not be sure.
A demon?
What ever was she going to do? Wild horses could not drag her away from this place where she’d found happiness for the first time in her life. Neil made her laugh like she’d never done before. Troy had found and reserved a niche in her heart with his deep, earnest honesty. She sighed heavily. And the one person who possessed her completely was no man but a demon.
Fuck. I’m royally screwed.

* * * *

It did not take long for Vice to race to his office. Escape had been all he could think of. He paced the large space like a caged beast. He hated seeing Claudia’s eyes flare up in fear.
Disgust?
Of course she had to have been horrified. But she deserved the truth. Once his body was satiated, he would have to release her into the arms of her husband. A possessive, selfish part of him didn’t want to let her go. The logical part of him told him he had no choice. He would eventually destroy her. Throwing himself into his chair, he sighed heavily.

Hadn’t he done just that to his own twin? The greed in him had been so great, he’d removed her protective amulet without her knowledge and literally sold her to a man he knew would become her master. And to what end? So he could be fully liberated once his twin was freed of her confinement. What would happen when she became consumed by the demonic impulses? Would her husband, Devon, cease to be enough for her?

As though thinking about his sister could conjure up something tangible, he spotted Sin’s name among the long list on his computer screen,
[email protected].
He clicked the mouse to open her e-mail.

Hey there, my evil half. I’ve been going crazy trying to reach you. You’re somehow between land lines, and what’s up with your cell?

Vice dug his iPhone out his pocket.
Black.
Damn, when had he last charged it?
Before Claudia came bursting into my life for sure.
He threw the useless device on the desk and continued to read.

I hope you like the “package” I referred to you. Quite a delight isn’t she?

God, Sin had no idea just how delightful a package Claudia truly was.

Sorry to be the harbinger of bad news, but I have to warn you. Mr. Slater has been snooping around and has discovered Claudia is with you. The thing is, he disappeared yesterday, and I thought you best be warned. Devon almost had to drive his fist through the man’s face because he’d become such a nuisance.

Vice was hardly surprised. It was only a matter of time before Claudia’s husband demanded the return of his property. But now that Vice was face-to-face with the possibility of losing Claudia, his body and mind raged against it vehemently. How would he live without her?

Speaking about Devon, I have some happy news. We’re pregnant! Can you believe it, future uncle Vice?

Vice whispered the words, stupefied.
Uncle Vice.
He liked the ring of that. At least from Sin’s tone he could safely say she was nowhere near tiring of her husband. One less thing he had to feel guilty about. Sin truly loved the man he had arrogantly forced upon her.

Okay, so we both know I’m a gadget hater, so I’ll say my good-byes with a warm hug and sloppy kiss. P.S. Please be careful and take care of Claudia. Her ex seems like an unstable man who isn’t handling the divorce well. Love, Sin.

“Ex! Divorce!” Vice shouted the words as he jumped up. Why, the sly little prankster had been lying to him from the beginning. And he was so glad she had. Now all he had to do was send the man who’d been foolish enough to lose her in the first place on his way so he could start something more meaningful with Claudia. And he sure wouldn’t be a fool and let her leave.
Damn.
Claudia had a way of inflaming his body beyond his wildest dreams. She was all soft sweetness that he could never tire of. The best part was that her innocent surrender was wholehearted. God it felt like he was taking his first breath of life. Claudia was so utterly fresh and beautiful, and she didn’t allow his demonic dominance to overpower and crush her. Her angelic blue eyes, wicked green when she was aroused, made him as vulnerable and dependent much as the Master in him wanted to stamp his ownership on her forever. She was mature and strong enough to withstand his beast. He’d make damn sure she’d never wanted for anything.
Except leave me.
He would never allow that.

Grabbing his coat as he raced out, he called to his wide-eyed secretary, “Call my estate. No enters or leaves without my consent.”

* * * *

Claudia froze as she rounded a bend in the garden path. What the hell was the ass-wipe doing here? She confronted him bravely. “How did you get in here, Reggie?”

His large bulldog face that Claudia had once mistaken for manliness creased into an unsightly grimace. “Not like you for sure.” He spat a huge gob of reddish tobacco on the ground. “I don’t spread my damn legs like a whore.”

“I’m not a whore. You better leave before you get yourself into trouble.”

“I ain’t goin’ anywheres, darlin’. Run along now and git your thangs packed. You’re comin’ home this here minute, you hear me.”

Claudia gaped at him, stunned. “Have you lost your mind, or your memory? We’re not married anymore, remember? Now get lost.”

“Stop this shenanigans, Claudia. You wanted my attention, and you got it. Now git. I ain’t here to shoot the breeze. Them beasts need tending back home.”

Of all the nerve.
“I don’t need nor want anything from you except for you to disappear and never come back.”

Claudia gasped as his beefy hand shot out and gripped her arm painfully. “What you think them boys gonna say when I tell them their ma’s some rich barbarian’s whore?”

“I’ll them I grew them up right and proper. Now it’s time for me to have a life of my own,” she added snidely. “Tell them I learnt a few tricks from their pa.”

“You dirty bitch.” His hand rose. “Let’s see if your filthy barbarian likes your face iffen ain’t so purdy anymore.”

Claudia balanced her feet carefully as one knee bent slightly. “Let’s see if your girlfriends like your mangled balls after I’m done with them.”

She would have kneed his nuts into nonexistence had a dark hand not shot out and suddenly grabbed Reggie’s upraised hand. The movement was so swift, Reggie emulated her stunned blink before sputtering. “I’s come for my wife.”

“She isn’t your wife anymore.”

Claudia inhaled sharply. “You know.”

“We’ll discuss the matter later.” Vice kept his gaze locked on his victim as he swung Reggie around. “If you so much as blink in Claudia’s direction again, I’ll make sure no one will recognize your body when they eventually find it.”

Reggie’s mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water. Claudia stared at Vice, awestruck by the feral power that surrounded him like a dark cloak. Hostile rage and raw masculinity fairly singed her as the air vibrated and lashed out hotly around him. She knew if she didn’t intervene, Vice might just put action to words. “Let him go, Vice. He won’t bother us again.” She tossed Reggie a meaningful look. “
Will
you, Reggie?”

His shaggy brown hair shook as Reggie silently conceded. Claudia touched Vice’s arm softly. “Please.”

Vice turned to her suddenly. His eyes swirled with barely banked anger before his fingers mercifully loosened. Reggie didn’t waste the chance. He took off like the hounds of hell were at his heels. But this was the demon himself. Claudia went into Vice’s arms willingly. The warmth of his embrace made her feel instantly safe. “I’m sorry I lied.”

Vice caught her chin in a fierce grip. “Another disobedience I will have to remedy.” His lips touched hers hotly. “Tonight.” And his kiss promised sinful ecstasy.

* * * *

Later that evening, after having fallen into a restful sleep, Claudia awoke to a sharp cracking sound. Her reflexes sent her shooting upright, but she was jerked back helplessly when her hands refused to follow the momentum. She tugged on her wrists frantically.
Tied.
Her anxious gaze flew from her restraints to her fully exposed body. Why was she naked? Slowly, she scanned her room. Neil, Troy, and Vice were all here.
Bound for their pleasure.
She spied the source of the cracking alarm in Vice’s tight grip and smirked internally. Just how were they going to flog her with her ass planted firmly against the bed?