Monster, how should I feel?

Chapter Eight

Avery's eyes widened, the king kept his lips pressed against hers. An unknown sensation ran down her body, relaxing her muscles. She was confused, she did not know what to do. His lips were soft and thick. Her body was enjoying his closeness. The king leaned back breaking the contact, his eyes held a glint of need.

"Kiss me back." He ordered. His voice was huskier than usual. He leaned in again and kissed her. Avery gazed at him in silence.

"I will not repeat myself." He said wrapping his large hand around her neck, pulling her closer to him. Avery swallowed.

"I do not know how to kiss, I have never done this." She admitted looking down. She felt his grip around her neck loosen as he moved his hand slowly to lift her chin. She was forced to look into his deep pink eyes.

"I will teach you." He leaned closer. His breath brushing past her lips, tempting her. Avery could feel the heat coming from his body.

"Close your eyes." He demanded. She obeyed, her small heart was hammering inside her chest. He stared down at her lips as he licked his. "Move your lips slowly with mine."

Avery lost her breath when his lips pressed on to hers again. She started doing as she was told, her lips moved in sync with his. The kiss was slow but passionate. She shivered as he deepened the kiss, pressing himself closer to her. She was hypnotized by his skills. Instinctively, she brought her hands up to his hair pulling his head closer to hers. She wanted more of him, she needed more of him. He was addictive. The king groaned into her mouth as he wrapped his strong arms around her waist. She was not thinking anymore, her mind was clouded. The sensations of the kiss on her body were overwhelming her. His tongue caressed her lower lip, sending small waves of ecstasy through her body. Avery knew this was wrong but she could not bring herself to stop. His scent and taste were intoxicating. She had forgotten he was the king of the forbidden lands, she had forgotten he was a monster. She forgot everything he had done to her. She did not remember why she should hate him. She was lost in his kiss, she fell right into his trap.

She had never felt this before, everything was new to her. She was breathless, her entire body was throbbing. He held her face with one hand and used the other to caress her arm. Every place he touched was burning. His hand went down to her waist, squeezing it hard enough to make her notice his need. He wanted her, Avery knew that he did. His entire body was yearning in desire for her. His lips left hers and moved down to her neck.

"You are mine." His possessive words sent shivers down her spine. Somewhere deep down in her heart, she knew that she was his. But she did not want to accept it.

Avery snapped out if her trance and pushed him away from her. He took a step back and stared down at her, surprised by her sudden out burst. She saw the hunger in his eyes. She held her chest trying to calm her breathing. The king tried to grab her again but she stepped back.

"No." She said firmly.

"You want me." He stated arrogantly. "You can no longer deny it."

She shook her head, trying to deny his words even when she knew they were true. He took a step closer, Avery backed away from him until her back met the cold wall. Her chains produced noise as she dragged them along with her.

"Stay away from me." She commanded.

"You really think you can tell me what to do?" He said, getting closer. "You cannot escape from me."

His demanding figure was towering over her. His eyes seemed as if they were seeing right through her. He cupped her cheek but she moved her head away from his touch.

"Do not touch me." She stated in a shaking voice.

"You think you can stop me?" His eyes darkened as he pulled at her chains, pinning her hands above her head and against the wall. "I can do whatever I want to you and there is nothing you can do to stop me."

He glared at Avery, he searched her eyes as if looking for something in them. She was frightened of him, she swallowed nervously.

"You amuse me." He stated, letting go of her hande. He backed away from her, he had a little smirk.

"I'll keep you here. I have things to do." He said. And just like that, he left as he closed the door shut. Avery stared at the closed door confused, she thinks this is a game to him. Playing around with her feelings, he thinks it is funny. Avery was furious with what he is doing to her.

*~*~*~*~*

"Go home, Selena." Alex the sorcerer ordered with an annoyed expression. He was walking fast through one of the dark hallways. He rolled his eyes as he felt selena chasing after him. "Do not be stubborn."

"I am only asking you for one little favor, Alex." Selena pleaded.

"That little favor could get us both killed." Alex stated, opening his chambers door. He entered not bothering to close the door. He knew Selena would not be stopped by a chamber door.

"I can assure yo-"

"Do you think you can fool King Hageshadow?" Alex asked, glaring at Selena.

"Please, she is just a little girl."

"I will not help you." Alex said. "She is not as innocent as you think she is, Selena."

"What is wrong with you?" Selena wondered. "Why do you get so angry whenever I mention her?"

"I already told you." Alex stated coldly. "She took something from me."

"What could she have possibly tooken from you?" Selena asked as she frowned.

"It does not matter anymore, she is paying for what she did."

"What are you talking about?" She wondered in confusion.

"I am very tired, Selena." Alex said as he glanced at Selena. "You should go home, I do not want the king to catch you here."

"He will not notice me here. He is too busy with... her." Selena lowered her head. Alex felt pity towards her, her love for the king was hopeless.

"Selena-"

"I am well, Alex." She looked up at him, faking a smile. "You do not need to worry about me."

Alex stared at her in silence. He knew Selena was hurting inside, he also knew there was nothing he could do to ease her pain.

"You must get going, Selena." He insisted. He did not like to see Selena hurt.

"You are right." She whispered. She smiled at Alex as she turned around on her way out of the dark castle. "I will see you soon."