---- Her arms trembled, the lantern shaking as much as her lithe frame.

Her chest rose and fell, each breath offering him an unguarded feast of her beauty.

Thrust.

A playful swat to her bottom sent a shocked gasp from her lips.

Before she could react, he flipped her effortlessly, her body landing on its side with a soft thud against the thick carpet.

Her arm grazed the rough threads, and the subtle jiggle of her hips drew his darkened gaze.

One hand found her neck, gripping it gently but firmly as he tugged her head upward, his lips brushing her ear in a low, commanding murmur.

Eyes on the lantern, little one, he warned, his voice sharp yet seductive.

Remember, it shouldn't fall.

She moaneda sound caught between a wail and a pleaas she nodded obediently, lifling her head to fix her gaze on the lantern now resting just inches away.

Vince moved behind her, his heat pressing against her back.

---- Chapter 478 I could have taken you, he growled, his voice rough and laced with desire, with that pretty face squirming against the floor, your bottom high in the air.

He leaned closer, his breath hot against her ear as his arm wrapped protectively around her belly.

But I won't.

Not like this.

His teeth nipped at her earlobe, sending shivers down her spine.

T can't risk harming our child.

Thrust.

Her moan tore through the air as he entered her again, her body molding to his rhythm.

His arms stayed locked around her belly, cradling her as though she might shatter.

There, he whispered darkly, his lips brushing her shoulder.

I can feel our little offspring right there.

A sharp cry escaped her lips.

Vince...

---- That's right, little one, he said, his voice dripping with approval.

Louder.

" Vince! Perfect.

Let our baby hear his fathers name.

Beautiful.

He drove into her again and again, his movements relentless, her body quaking with each thrust.

Her strength waned, her arms trembling under the weight of her body and the lantern.

Master...

she whimpered, her voice frail.

I cant Thrust.

Please...

slower...

And then, with one final surge, her arms gave out The lantern toppled from her hands, its dim light flickering before extinguishing in the darkness.

A victorious smirk curved Vinces lips as he stared at the fallen lantern.

Oops.

he drawled, his tone dripping with mockery.

Did you just lose, little one? ---- Her crimson eyes, wide and dazed, fixated on the broken lantern.noveldrama

Vinces fingers threaded through her hair, his touch almost tender as he began braiding the long strands, the gesture surprisingly delicate.

When finished, he pushed back the damp hair clinging to her flushed face, his icy fingers brushing her forehead Satisfied, he pulled her into his arms effortlessly, carrying her to the bed and laying her down with care.

Crawling over her, he hovered, forcing her crimson gaze to lock with his.

The only light you should search for...

His voice carried an edge, dark and possessive.

Should be in my eyes, little one.

She swallowed hard, her lips parting in a silent gasp His thumb traced her lips gently, the tenderness.

fleeting as his eyes darkened.

Without warning, he plunged his thumb into her mouth, his movements deliberate and commanding.

Her saliva coated his finger as he slid it in and out, her tongue moving skillfully against the intrusion.

A smirk curved his lips, amusement and satisfaction