Chapter 90: Chapter 90: Master of the Illusion

Alexander smoothly turned to face Serena trapping her between his imposing frame and the edge of the marble counter.

The lingering nervousness in her eyes was a delicious sight a clear sign that he had completely shattered her high-society composure "Is there anything else my princess would like?" asked Alexander his voice dropping to a smooth velvety whisper "Do you want a kiss?"

He leaned in slowly closing the small distance between them and captured her lips in a deep lingering kiss that left her tasting his warmth.

He pulled back just a fraction his dark eyes locking onto hers "Or do you want something a bit more intense?" asked Alexander.

Without warning his strong hands moved with practiced precision.

One hand gripped her firm butt cheek squeezing the flesh tightly through her dress while his other hand slid up to cup her heavy breast pinning her body against his "Or perhaps you prefer it to be softer?" murmured Alexander loosening his grip slightly his fingers tracing the curve of her hip with a gentle teasing touch "Or do you just want everything tonight to be a complete surprise?"

Serena’s lower lip trembled her chest heaving violently against his torso "I... I don’t know" stammered Serena her voice barely a whisper.

She was shaking slightly in his arms her usual dominant rich-girl aura entirely buried under the overwhelming weight of his presence.

She had absolutely no idea how to react to a man who could switch from a sweet attentive boyfriend to a relentless predator in the blink of an eye.

Alexander watched her trembling under his touch a wave of relief washing over him.

A truly unyielding dominant high-society woman could have easily created complications with his evaluation at TMC but this sudden display of vulnerability changed everything.

This small crack in her armor was more than enough proof that devouring her would be far too easy.

He let go of her hip and gently took her hand his expression softening into a warm reassuring smile "Let’s go my love" said Alexander "They are waiting for us outside."

"Okay" whispered Serena nodding as she allowed him to lead her away from the counter.

They stepped out of the bathroom and walked toward the grand staircase.

Alexander offered his arm guiding her down the marble steps with the absolute grace of a perfect gentleman.

Every movement was calculated playing his role to absolute perfection.

As they reached the rear exit he stepped ahead to open the glass doors for her stepping back into the warm night air of the garden.

He followed her closely through the crowd acting as the ultimate attentive partner.

When a waiter passed by Alexander smoothly intercepted the tray handing Serena a fresh glass of champagne and offering a polite nod to a pair of wealthy guests who paused to admire them "Your new boyfriend is quite a catch Serena" remarked an older woman in a diamond necklace smiling at Alexander’s posture.

"Thank you Mrs. Vance" said Serena her confidence quickly returning as she proudly leaned against Alexander’s shoulder "He is taking very good care of me tonight."

While Alexander continued to charm the guests around the patio Aria remained upstairs watching the entire scene from the dark glass of the second-story window.

She kept her body hidden behind the heavy velvet curtain her eyes locked onto the back of Alexander’s suit jacket.

A sharp unfamiliar pang of jealousy tightened in her chest as she watched him whisper something into Serena’s ear making the young girl laugh.

Yet as she continued to spy on him from the shadows a strange creeping wave of arousal began to mix with her caution her breath catching as she remembered the heavy weight of his hands just moments before.

Aria finally stepped away from the window pulling the heavy curtains closed before walking out of the study.

She glided down the grand staircase her posture radiating absolute authority as she made her way toward the terrace.

Alexander spotted her approaching out of the corner of his eye.

He didn’t break character for a single second keeping his arm securely wrapped around Serena’s waist acting like the most attentive loving boyfriend "Godmother Aria!" exclaimed Serena her face lighting up as Aria joined their circle "I am so incredibly happy you decided to come downstairs.

Are you enjoying the party?"

"It is a lovely event Serena" said Aria her voice completely smooth though her eyes locked directly onto Alexander "You look beautiful tonight."

"Thank you!" said Serena leaning closer to Alexander "Alex has been taking such amazing care of me."

Aria offered a tight polite smile keeping her gaze fixed on the young man "He certainly seems attentive.

Actually Serena do you mind if I borrow your boyfriend for just a brief moment?

I require a small favor regarding the security arrangements at the front gate."

"Of course Aunt Aria it is my absolute honor" said Serena instantly releasing her grip on his arm "Take all the time you need.

Alex go help her."

"Right away darling" said Alexander kissing Serena gently on the cheek before turning to follow Aria.

Aria led him away from the main crowd walking past the rows of manicured hedges until they reached a dimly lit secluded path near the side garden.

The chatter of the party faded into the background.

The moment they were out of view she spun around to face him "What exactly are you trying to pull here Alex?" asked Aria her voice dropping to a sharp whisper.

"I have no idea what you’re referring to" said Alexander keeping his hands casually tucked in his pockets.

"You know exactly what I mean" stated Aria her eyes flashing "Flirting with Serena like that.

Acting like her devoted little boyfriend right in front of me."

"It’s my job tonight" said Alexander his expression turning cold and completely direct "I explicitly told you earlier I can fuck you as much as you want but I am not going to change my life or my assignments for you.

You can accept being my toy whenever I want you or we can stop this right now.

But I am not changing."

Aria’s jaw tightened but instead of yelling a strange wave of submission washed over her features "I’m not trying to keep you all to myself" murmured Aria her voice trembling slightly "It’s just...

I honestly thought you were trying to make me jealous by using her."

Alexander took a step forward completely invading her space "Does it make you feel insecure?" asked Alexander a dangerous smirk cutting across his face "Should I perhaps taste my dessert before our date tomorrow?"

Before she could answer Alexander dropped to his knees.

He reached out grabbed the silky fabric of her purple gown and bunched it up to her waist.

Beneath the fabric his fingers instantly found a thin black lace thong.

He hooked his fingers into the strap pulling it sharply to the side to completely expose her wet heavy folds.

Without a single word of warning Alexander buried his face between her thighs his tongue explicitly striking her clitoris in a brutal ravenous rhythm.

Aria let out a sharp strangled gasp her hands instantly flying to his shoulders to anchor herself.

They were standing out in the open air just a few yards away from the main path.

If any guest or bodyguard decided to turn their head or take a short walk around the hedge they would be completely exposed.

The sheer terror of being caught combined with the raw merciless power of his tongue devouring her sent a wave of inexplicable overwhelming ecstasy crashing straight through her body.