Free Web NovelChapter 153: Chapter 153 Want to Go Again
Sylvia’s POV
As our car pulled away from the gala, I found myself studying Caesar’s striking profile—the sharp jawline, those pronounced cheekbones, and the intensity in his midnight eyes as he focused on the road ahead. The memory of his commanding presence at the gala still lingered in my mind, sending an unexpected thrill through me.
"How did you know to come to the gala tonight?" I finally asked, breaking the comfortable silence between us. "Did someone tell you what was happening?"
Caesar’s hands tightened slightly on the steering wheel, his expression darkening. "If I hadn’t come, would you have just stood there and let them treat you that way?"
The frustration in his voice was unmistakable. I could practically feel his wolf bristling beneath the surface.
"I wasn’t just standing there," I defended myself, though my voice lacked conviction. "I simply didn’t want to get into a lengthy explanation with my mother."
I lowered my gaze, the memory of Alpha Astra’s cold dismissal at the gala still fresh and painful. My mother’s words had cut deeper than I cared to admit, even to myself.
"Not explaining to your mother is one thing," Caesar said, his deep voice softening as he glanced at me. "But what about everyone else? What about standing up for yourself?"
He pulled the car to a stop at a red light and turned to face me fully.
"Sivi," he said, using my nickname with unexpected tenderness, "I want you to put yourself first in everything you do. Can you promise me that?"
There was something almost pleading in his eyes—a vulnerability I hadn’t expected to see in the powerful Alpha beside me. It caught me off guard, this hint that beneath his dominant exterior was someone who genuinely cared about my wellbeing.
I hesitated, weighing his words carefully before finally nodding. "I promise. I do have boundaries, you know. I’ve always taken care of myself."
But even as I said it, I realized how foreign the concept truly was. In all my years, no one had ever encouraged me to prioritize myself—not my family, not Zane, not anyone. Having someone actually care about my feelings was such a novel experience that I found myself treasuring it.
The tension from earlier had noticeably dissipated by the time we arrived home. As we entered the living room, I spotted Helena sprawled across our couch, mindlessly munching on chips while scrolling through her phone. Crumbs littered the expensive leather upholstery, and several empty soda cans were scattered across the coffee table.
The moment she saw us, her entire demeanor changed. She straightened up, her lips curving into a saccharine smile as she practically purred, "Cae! You’re finally home. I’ve been waiting for ages."
She made no effort to acknowledge my presence, her eyes fixed solely on Caesar as though I were invisible.
Caesar’s expression hardened immediately, his voice dropping to that commanding Alpha tone that brooked no argument. "Clean up your mess and return to your quarters, Helena. Now."
Her smile faltered, confusion and hurt flashing across her features. "But I thought we could—"
"That wasn’t a suggestion," Caesar cut her off coldly. "Clean up and leave."
Helena’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment and anger. She gathered her things with jerky movements, shooting me a venomous glare as if I were personally responsible for her humiliation. Without another word, she stormed off, but not before deliberately bumping my shoulder as she passed.
Once she was gone, Caesar turned to me with an apologetic expression. "I’m sorry about that. William asked me to accommodate her temporarily as a favor. I can’t send her away immediately without causing diplomatic issues with the Northwestern territories, but I’ve made it clear she’s to keep her distance from us."
"It’s fine," I assured him, surprised by how genuinely unbothered I felt. "I’ve dealt with far worse than Helena’s little power plays. She’s transparent—I can see right through her games."
Caesar’s lips quirked up in the hint of a smile. "You’re stronger than you give yourself credit for, Sivi."
There was something in his gaze that made my heartbeat quicken—a heat, an intensity that called to something primal within me. Without another word, he took my hand and led me upstairs to the master bedroom.
The moment the door closed behind us, the atmosphere shifted. Caesar’s eyes darkened as he closed the distance between us, his hands settling possessively on my hips.
"I’ve been wanting to do this all night," he murmured, his voice a deep rumble that sent shivers down my spine.
His lips found mine in a kiss that started gentle but quickly blazed into something fierce and hungry. My back hit the wall as his body pressed against mine, hard muscle against soft curves. I gasped as his teeth grazed my lower lip, my fingers threading through his dark hair to pull him closer.
"Shower first," I managed to whisper against his mouth, though my body screamed in protest at the suggestion of any delay.
Caesar growled low in his throat but conceded, leading me toward the massive en-suite bathroom. Steam soon filled the space as hot water cascaded over us, washing away the stress of the evening. His hands were everywhere—soaping my back, tracing the curve of my waist, cupping my breasts with reverent appreciation. I explored him in return, marveling at the defined muscles of his chest and abdomen, evidence of the raw power contained within his magnificent form.
When his fingers slipped between my thighs, finding me already slick and ready, I couldn’t suppress a moan that echoed off the tiled walls. Caesar’s eyes flashed with primal satisfaction at the sound.
"Mine," he growled, the word sending a thrill through my core. "Say it, Sivi." freeweɓnovel.cøm
"Yours," I whispered, surprised by how right it felt to admit it. "And you’re mine."
We barely dried off before stumbling to the bed, a tangle of limbs and desperate touches. Caesar laid me down with unexpected gentleness, his powerful body covering mine as he kissed a burning trail down my neck, my collarbone, my breast. When his mouth closed around my nipple, I arched beneath him, my nails digging into the hard muscles of his shoulders.
"Caesar," I gasped, "please—"
He growled against my skin, the vibration sending jolts of pleasure straight to my core. His hand slid down my stomach, fingers teasing where I needed him most.
"What do you want, Sivi?" His voice was rough with desire, his eyes glowing with Alpha dominance.
"You," I breathed, past the point of pride or pretense. "Inside me. Now."
He needed no further encouragement. With one powerful thrust, he filled me completely, drawing a cry of pleasure from my lips. The sensation was overwhelming—not just physically, but something deeper, more profound. Our wolves recognized each other, howling in harmony as our bodies joined.
Caesar set a relentless pace, each thrust driving me higher toward the edge. His lips found my mate mark, teeth grazing the sensitive skin there, and the dual sensation was nearly my undoing.
"Let go," he commanded, his voice thick with desire. "Let go for me, Sivi."
And I did, shattering around him with a cry that he captured with his lips. Moments later, his rhythm faltered as he followed me over the edge, my name a reverent prayer on his lips as he pulsed inside me.
We lay tangled together afterward, my head resting on his chest, listening to his heartbeat gradually slow. His fingers traced idle patterns on my bare back, sending pleasant shivers across my skin. The connection I felt with him was unlike anything I’d experienced before—as though something broken within me was slowly beginning to heal.
The mate bond that I’d once believed forever damaged seemed to pulse with renewed life between us. I could feel it strengthening, weaving us together in ways I hadn’t thought possible.
I pressed my lips to his chest, tasting the salt on his skin, and lifted my head to meet his gaze. His eyes were dark with satisfaction, but I could see the embers of desire still burning there.
Feeling bold and empowered in a way I never had before, I leaned close to his ear, my voice a breathless whisper against his skin.
"Want to go again?"
