“Is it true that I’m so addicting that you need to come to the washroom and masturbate?” Scarlet questioned. I stared at her luscious lips – the red tint made me want to devour them – my mouth craved to taste her, while my ears yearned for her moans.

She didn’t understand what she did to me, to any of us for that matter. The way her body turned me on the moment she walked into the room. From those luscious curves, perfect set of plump breasts and striking orange hair that caught your attention from miles away, Scarlet was beyond perfect. I especially loved her eyes – the blue-green mixture with a hint of grey and gold. When her magic influenced her eyes appearance, it was fascinating to watch them flicker and change, especially when she used them.

Even in her current disguise, Irina Locksworth, she was still perfect. I remembered the number of time I’d caught the males checking her out, while she focused only on me. She didn’t understand what she did to any male – both humans and shifters.

Right now, with her body pressed against me and her hand on my crotch, I became hard instantly. I knew I couldn’t lie to her, but I’d never admitted the fact that I masturbated. It wasn’t as if I was ashamed of it. Everyone masturbated. It was simply the acknowledgment of those actions and revealing it to another individual that made me nervous.

I looked away for a moment, trying to decide on what to do. I wouldn’t lie to her. She’d know, and my words were indeed, true.

I returned her gaze, looking down into those mesmerizing eyes – swallowing the lump in my throat. She watched me intently; her eyes drifted to my neck momentarily before returning to meet my gaze.

“Yes,” I replied; my voice so low, I debated if she even heard my admission.

I’d meant every word when I’d come to the washroom. My body told me Scarlet was in danger, and I needed something that would be believable, just in case this Daichi guy was an angel shifter.

I was already pissed that his hands even touched my Scar. It pissed me off even more, when he still continued to flirt with her after he knew she had a boyfriend, AKA me. He was lucky we were undercover or that situation would have been a lot different. Not to mention, he’d have to deal with four other jealous shifters.

We stood in silence - Scar’s smile widened.

“Interesting.” She hummed; the seductive look in her eyes made my body tingle with desire. My heart beat fast with immense anticipation, while my cock twitched, an image of Scar’s lips sucking me flickered in my mind. Damn, I’d love for that to become reality.

“Scar...we should—” I began but trailed off; Scar’s hand unzipped my shorts.

“Hmm?” She leaned up to kiss me, biting my lip lightly. Fuck, I love it when she does that.

I groaned, unable to stop the sound from leaving me as I kissed her back. I lifted my hand to tangle in her hair as we continued – our mouths had minds of their own as they fought for dominance.

I felt her other hand slide down my chest to my waist – unbuttoning my shorts. Two seconds later and the material was on the floor. We broke apart, our breathing ragged while we stared wildly at each other. Her hand was already on my hard length, sliding up and down in a slow movement.

She lowered her lips to my neck. I moaned, enjoying the sensation of her hand sliding along my erect cock, and her lips sucked on my flesh.

“Babe, we...should leave soon.” I tried to think clearly, knowing we couldn’t stay long in this washroom before someone interrupted us. Someone could walk in at any moment. Instead of making me anxious, the thought of being caught exhilarated me.

“You wouldn’t leave midway if you were masturbating alone, now would you?” She replied; her mouth lowered to one of my nipples. Her tongue flicked it – circling around it before sucking it. I moaned; my head fell back. How can I think straight when she’s doing so well at pleasing me?

She smirked against my flesh, enjoying my reaction. I looked down to see her lower herself to her knees; Her hand was still sliding up and down; the slow sensual movement made me want to beg her to move faster.

I watched her open those addictive lips, taking my cock into her mouth. Within seconds, she was sucking, bobbing her head up and down my long length.

“Yes, Scar. I like that. Fuck, keep at it.” I encouraged; my hand tangled in her hair, stabilizing her head as I began to move my hips. She continued to suck, taking as much of my length as she could without starting to gag.

I lifted my head; my rapid exhales, moans and the sound of Scar’s mouth sucking me filled the hollow washroom.

“Scar. I can’t hold back.” I groaned, gritting my teeth while I continued my rapid thrusts.

She tightened her hold around my cock, encouraging me to finish.

“Fuck.” I cursed; my body went rigid – releasing my load into her mouth. She took everything, swallowing it and giving a final suck before she lifted her head – kissing my tip. I attempted to catch my breath, while I watched her rise to her feet.

“Did you enjoy that?” She purred.

“Yes.”

“Good.” She replied; her hands wrapped around my neck. She pulled me down for another kiss; her tongue slipped into my mouth. She knew how much I loved her dominant nature – the way she took charge when she wanted to. I also loved how it could reverse, allowing me to be the dominant and herself, the submissive.

I broke our kiss, sensing someone approaching. Fuck.

“Scar, stall,” I commanded. She looked confused for a second, but she darted to the last stall, shutting it closed with the lock. I retrieved my pants, buttoning them before walking over to the sink – opening the tap. I knew we weren’t the first to have some fun in a public washroom, but I didn’t want to be caught in the act.

A beeping followed by the door opening, caused me to lift my head to the sight of Ethan. I sighed.

“Jeez, couldn’t you text me you were coming instead of creeping up in here?” I complained. He shrugged his shoulders with a smirk, closing the door behind him – locking it with a spell.

“Stop complaining. It’s your fault for not texting us back. Where’s Scar? Scar baby, Daddy’s home.” He sang. I heard a giggle from the corner stall – Ethan smiled as he approached it. I closed the tap, shaking my head.

“Not my fault,” I mumbled.

Ethan stopped at Scar’s stall, turning to give me a look.

“Totally mate. You’re fucking our sexy girlfriend, and you’re saying it’s not your fault.”

The door unlocked; Scarlet grinned as she pulled Ethan into a hug and kissing him. He groaned; his hand hooked around her waist.

I smirked. Only Scar could bring such a genuine smile to Ethan’s face. She’d been able to make him lower the walls he’d put up with everyone except for our group. I didn’t blame him after his troubled past, but with Scar in his life, he didn’t linger on those years anymore.

“Actually, he wasn’t fucking me. I was giving him a blowjob. Does that still count?” She questioned. Ethan was quiet for a moment.

“I guess that’s fine. But it’s only because you initiated it.” He replied, kissing her lightly. She giggled in response; her hand slipped into his.

“Is this a good time to ditch? Or are we having more fun?” She questioned. I exchanged a glance with Ethan. He grinned.

“If it wasn’t for the fact the cleaning lady is going to be down here in three minutes, I’d accept your generous offer, Scar,” Ethan replied.

“I’m Irina to you, Mister,” She combatted.

“You’re holding my hand when your boyfriend is right there. That’s not good.” Ethan tsked, using his finger to wave side to side. She laughed.

“OR! I can say Christian likes having an open relationship and is interested in a green-eyed, blue hair male.” She winked. I felt my cheeks burn, remembering my words from before.

“I don’t go that way,” I argued.

“You said gay porn was hot.” She combatted.

“It was a figure of speech.”

“Liar.” She smirked; her eyes glowed a light gold. I froze. Dammit.

“Scar,” I warned.

She walked up to me, tugging Ethan with her who looked both confused and intrigued.

“Alright, if you had a chance to kiss a male, would you?”

“No,” I replied, immediately. She tilted her head, narrowing her eyes. She let go of Ethan’s hand – her arms wrapped around my waist, pressing herself against me and leaning up on her tiptoes to whisper in my ear.

“If I told you to kiss a guy, would you?”

I opened my mouth to answer but hesitated. Shit...

I couldn’t answer truthfully. The others and I loved to please Scar, the same way she did us. If she wanted me to kiss a guy like she did with Jaxson and Michael, I would potentially do it. I’d need a whole lot of alcohol, but I’d do it.

“One minute guys, we gotta ditch,” Ethan announced.

I glanced at his amused smirk as he winked, making his way out of the washroom.

“Saved by the cleaning lady.” Scar whispered; her teeth tugged gently at my ear. I groaned; my hands landed on her hips before I moved swiftly, pressing her against the wall.

She looked up at me, wide-eyed.

“I’ll get payback for that,” I vowed. She grinned.

“For what?” She replied.

“Putting me on the spot.” I replied. She knew I hated that.

“Serenity or me? Hmmmm.” She hummed.

I sighed, smashing my lips against her in one feverish kiss before pulling away, tugging her hand as we made our way out the washroom.

We walked back out to the open patio – right when the cleaning lady passed by us with her large, yellow cart. Fuck, that was close.

“Fine, I’ll just get drunk Christian to do my request,” Scarlet announced. My eyes widened as I looked down at her innocent smile. I could already see the glint of mischief in her eyes.

“I’m not drinking tonight.”

“If you say so.” She winked, kissing me on the cheek before making her way back to our seat. My eyes lingered on her ass, moving up and down as she walked, while her hips worked their charm. I noticed three guys passing by turn back to stare.

“Damn, that ass.” The blonde announced.

“I heard she’s a writer. Her body is banging.” Black haired dude announced.

“She’s off limits dude. Didn’t you hear? Daichi has his eyes on her.” The red-haired dude replied.

I turned my back on the three – my ears yearned to listen to the remainder of their conversation.

“Dude, he’s a dog. He has to follow orders. He doesn’t get time to check out butt cheeks.”

“More like, he’s lucky to even attempt to claim dibs on her.”

“I heard his leader has eyes on her.”

“Well then, he might as well give up. That’s gonna be a lost cause, hahaha.”

“Right. Can’t go against the leader of the pack. Sucks to be in a clan like that. He should be thankful that there’s no one from the Aoitori clan around.”

“I know! I heard they have a new leader, some chick. She’s strong as fuck.”

“Well he better pray it’s not who I think you’re talking about, or his time is coming. She’s fierce and I bet, she will kill anyone apart of Daichi’s clan. C’mon, let’s bail. Don’t want him catching us shit talking. Don’t wanna get involved with that succubus of his.”

I glanced over my shoulder, glaring at the three males backs as they walked away.

Daichi...Ethan needs to research whatever clan he’s from. Maybe that will give us a clue as to who he works for. He’s not the leader we thought he was.

“Keep standing there, and Scar’s gonna get hit on by every male out there in two minutes.”

I jumped, turning my head to see Cece behind me. Vinzent had his hand around her waist.

“Starlight sake. Don’t scare me like that. And shit, Cece, you look possessed. Why are you out of bed?” I questioned, noticing her dark circles, pale skin and running nose.

“Fuck you. And if you didn’t spend so much time here instead of with your girlfriend, I wouldn’t have to fulfill my rightful duties. Now get your ass back or don’t come complaining to me when that Akane girl tries to make a move on Scar,” She snapped, before sneezing.

I didn’t delay; my body moved to where our seat was. I frowned when my eyes landed on the purple haired chick; the surrounding guys practically drooled over her and Scarlet.

I rolled my eyes, trying to not show my sour expression as I approached. Scarlet was in full conversation, making me wonder what they were talking about.

“I can’t believe I found someone with the same book interest as me!” Scar finished; her gleeful expression made me confused. She sounded as if she was actually enjoying their interaction.

“Hahaha. I agree. It’s hard to find people who enjoy reverse harem, or better yet, polyamorous fiction. Very curious to know your take on it.”

Scar opened her mouth to answer but I interrupted.

“There you are, Irina,” I announced. Her gaze turned to me. She looked confused for a split second – maybe a hint of disappointment before she blinked; a wide smile formed on her lips.

“Alex! Where did you go? I was waiting for you. I got us drinks.” She announced, pointing to the two cocktails on the table next to our chair.

“Sorry baby, I met a colleague.” I apologized; my hand slipped around her waist as I pulled her into a passionate kiss, allowing my lips to linger for a few seconds before releasing her. She tightened her hands around my waist; my hand rested on her shoulder.

“It’s okay. I was just talking with Akane. We like the same books.” Scarlet disclosed.

“Ah, the genre you write in?” I questioned, nodding at Akane who frowned. I could already feel the anger that leaked off her.

“Yes. Anyways, did you wanna go down to the pool? Let’s go for a swim.” She encouraged.

“Yes, let’s. Akane was it? Are you coming?” I asked.

I knew she wouldn’t follow, but my jealous side kicked in. There was no way she was attempting to steal Scarlet away from me. I knew Scar didn’t mind the idea of dating a girl, but she’d already voiced that she personally wouldn’t and if by chance her drunk-self did, she’d only ever considered Cece.

“No. I have somewhere to be. It was a pleasure seeing you, Irina.” She replied, saying her goodbye and walking away.

I heard Scarlet sigh. I tightened my arm around her waist, worried she’d faint.

“Hey, you okay?” I questioned; worry leaked off my voice.

“Uh, ya. Sorry, maybe a bit tense from that conversation.” She replied. I maneuvered myself to sit down; my hands urged her to sit on my lap. I laid back, letting her rest in my arms with her head on my chest.

“Give yourself a few moments. I wouldn’t be surprised if you’re still a little winded from the cloaking. When did Akane get here?” I whispered.

“She was at the bar. I thought you were right behind me until I looked back. Something’s fishy about her. But, I can’t put my finger on it. I know you guys ruled her out as the succubus, but whenever she’s around I can’t think straight.” Scar whispered.

I rubbed her back, hoping it would relax her. I could sense how tense she was.

“I’ll look into it. I agree with you; I think she’s hiding something. I’m not sensing her magic, but she could be strong enough to have a cloak continuously or at least when she’s outdoors. We’ll figure it out. For now, just rest. This is our vacation time remember?”

As much as I wanted to dive right into this case and get it done, Scar needed a break. Christmas break had been a good kick off to her holidays and this was only supposed to make her time off more enjoyable, but this case ruined it. I didn’t know if we’d get time to even enjoy New Year’s Eve, so I wanted Scar to have a moment to relax today. Too bad all these people are getting in the fucking way.

“Okay. I still wanna go to the pool...just give me ten minutes to nap.”

“Fifteen?”

“Thirty.”

“Babe, you totally doubled it.”

“Hmm.”

“Scar,” I whispered, knowing no one would hear me.

“Yes, Christian?” Scar mumbled.

“I love you,” I whispered. It wasn’t something I said often, not because I didn’t love every second with Scarlet, but for the sheer fact I hadn’t said those three words to anyone in a long time.

She lifted her head to stare up at me. I could see the sleep in her eyes as she fought to keep them open. She leaned up to kiss me – her soft, tender lips pressed against mine.

“I love you more.” She replied. I kissed her lightly on the forehead. She laid her head back on my chest, falling asleep in seconds in my embrace.

I felt my phone vibrate. I allowed my free hand to take the device out of my pocket.

I smirked, putting my phone away before setting my head against the chair. Akane, Daichi...who the fuck are these people?

“C’mon Alex baby, five more minutes of dancing.”

I grinned at Scarlet who was completely drunk, shaking her hips to the beat of the music. We were partying it up on the dance floor, having taken a longer nap than expected. I’d fallen asleep, only waking to Cece’s text – Get your ass up unless you wanna sleep the night away. Even when sick, she still tried to butt in. I was thankful that she did wake me up, because not only did I get to enjoy dinner alone with Scarlet, followed by a long swim and steamy shower together, I had her all to myself as we danced.

I wasn’t like Jaxson who loved to dance with or without a girl to wine and grind with. I was the usual, stand by and sip on my drink type of guy. But drunk Scar wasn’t going to have any standing happening on the dance floor that her hips had claimed.

The crowd practically made room for her to work those hips and dance; the males struggled to keep their eyes on their mates rather than on Scarlet. I honestly couldn’t blame them, but it still pissed me off. Which resulted in me dancing along with her.

“You’re not tired?” I replied, my hand slipped around her waist – the song changed into a slow one. She wrapped her arms around my waist, smiling.

“Nope, not even a litttllleeeee, I had my nappy nap and my booze; I’m on Cloud 99 and a half with my sexy, handsome, Mr. Grey.” She slurred.

“You’re so drunk.”

“And I love you to bits.” She replied. I shook my head but kissed her.

“Let’s go home.”

“Are we going to do smexy things if I obey, Mr. Grey?” Her hand played with my hair.

“Anything you want, babe,” I replied.

“Tempting, tempting.” She mused, kissing my neck.

“Irina.”

“Hmm?” She continued kissing my neck; a smirk formed on my lips while I attempted to ignore my hardness. I lowered my head to her ear.

“If you’re a good girl, I’ll kiss Ethan. One peck.” She looked up; her mouth opened in astonishment.

“Swear it.” She declared. I sighed.

“I swear.”

“You’re not pulling my leg?”

“Does it feel like I am?”

“Nope. Eep, my Alex is going to do lovely male things hehe.” She rejoiced, turning and heading straight off the dance floor. I cursed at how fast she walked, using my ability of speed to catch up to her. How the fuck does she do that?

I watched her crash right into someone – a familiar purple head. For fuck’s sakes.

“AKANE? Hehehe, hello gorgeous! You look sexy tonight.” Scarlet wrapped her arms around a wide-eyed Akane, who steadied Scarlet from falling.

“Irina? Are you drunk?” She questioned.

“Maybe yes, maybe no. But you have to tell me how you look so gorgeous. I wonder how you taste.” She seduced, licking her lips. Akane looked in shock, blinking in confusion.

I reached out for Scar, hooking my hand around her waist and pulling her to me.

“Irina. What did I say about randomly hugging people and wondering how they taste?”

Scarlet looked at up at me in confusion, attempting to play along with my scowl.

“But...Akane’s so hot and attractive.” She whined.

“Yes, she is, but you have me, remember?” I proposed.

“I can’t have both?”

“No.” Akane and I said at the same time. I locked eyes with her, noticing her intense gaze as she glared at me.

“Why not? I don’t want to choose. I should be allowed to have both, hehe.”

“Babe, that’s not how it works. Now, let’s get you to bed.”

“Wait, let me hug Akane.” She wiggled out of my embrace, returning to Akane’s side.

“Akane. Why don’t we go on a date? A girl date. You and me. No Alex, Not a lovey date, just a girl date. Wait, does that make sense? Hehehe.”

Akane smiled – the pleasurable look on her face at the mention of her getting a date with Scar made my red signals begin to flash in my mind.

“That would be nice, Irina. Maybe when Alexander is busy, you and I can relax.” Akane soothed.

“I won’t be busy.” I combatted.

“Oh really? How’s your blonde friend doing? The colleague of yours. You were talking with her in the hall, right? My bodyguards saw when I was talking with Irina.” She questioned, smirking.

Scar turned to look at me with a confused look.

“My colleague is fine. That’s all she is.”

“Okay,” Akane replied, before turning her attention to Scarlet.

“Irina, I’ll see you around, and ah, your lip.” She pointed out; her finger slid across the bottom of Scar’s lip, I noticed Scarlet flinch at the touch.

“Did you bite your lip Irina?  You’re bleeding,” Akane stated innocently. You’ve got to be fucking kidding me! I quickly separated the two, looking at Scar’s lip, which was intact, but beginning to bleed at the edge of her left side.

“I didn’t bite...” She said softly, confused. I didn’t hesitate, kissing her quickly.

I cast the spell, healing Scar’s lip in seconds. I pulled away; her dazed and confused look was greeted by my panicked appearance.

“Alex, is my lip still bleeding?” She questioned.

“I guess not? Maybe Akane was seeing things.” I proposed.

“Oh.” She replied; her eyes looked heavy.

“We should get back.” I encouraged.

“Yes! Bye Akane!” Scarlet called out; her body moved quickly out of my embrace and down the hall. Mother fucker, how does she move so fast?

I was ready to chase her when I noticed, Michael appear in the doorway; Scar already hugging the daylights out of him. Thank you, Starlight. From the looks of it, he was still sober – meaning the others were drunk as fuck or Cece gave them that weird concoction of hers and sent Michael here.

Regardless, I was hella thankful that he showed up. He nodded at Scar who was most likely was talking gibberish. He looked up to me, giving me a nod before, he guided Scar out of my sight. I turned to glare at Akane.

“Who the fuck are you and do you know how many vampires are here?” I snarled.

“I’m well aware. You shouldn’t be talking.” She mumbled.

I took a step forward, facing her.

“You should be careful, Akane. Especially, when it comes to my girlfriend.” I warned.

“Or what? She seems pretty confused as to who she likes more.” She retorted; her icy voice was like venom.

“She doesn’t fucking know you!” I snarled back.

“What’s going on Akane?” A familiar voice announced. I glanced to the side to see Daichi, who frowned while staring daggers at me.

“Look who it is. Two people who are interested in my girlfriend.” I announced.

Akane looked confused, eyeing Daichi.

“Who said I was interested in your girlfriend? He argued.

“I don’t know. You looked pretty interested when you accidentally bumped into her and your arm was around her waist. I wonder, if I hadn’t been passing by, what would have happened?” I wondered, already feeling the growing tension between the two. I get it now.

“She bumped into me,” Daichi argued. Akane was quiet, eyeing him.

“Whatever you say, buddy.” I reached out, tapping his shoulder. He flinched, backing away.

“Don’t touch me, asshole.”

“I’m not touching you, I’m consoling you. I know it’s hard to come to terms with your own feelings in time. Just stop crushing on my girlfriend, or I’ll fucking crush you.” I threatened; my spirit’s power leaked out enough to cause him to shiver. I noticed a flicker of fear in Akane’s eyes but in a second it was gone.

“Well, if you two will excuse me, I’ll be having a very pleasurable evening with my girlfriend and her dildo, Jimmy. Try and enjoy the party.” I slipped my hands into my pockets, turned around and headed towards the suite.

I pulled out my phone, noticing the tracker and voice recorder had successfully attached to Daichi’s shirt.

I didn’t know how long he’d wear it, but hopefully long enough to get us the information we needed.

Please, Starlight gods. Reveal the truth. In stars, we trust.