Chapter Eighteen – Nika
I stared at Rurik and Malachi, sitting side by side on my couch, both the picture of misery as they awaited my next words. Their faces were etched with concern, eyes fixed on me with an intensity that made my heart race. Invisible tension permeated everything.
As I studied them, the anger that had consumed me mere hours ago began to dissipate, replaced by a strange sense of relief. In the heat of the moment, fueled by rage and a thirst for vengeance, I had wanted nothing more than to make Levon suffer, to watch the life drain from his eyes as I exacted my revenge, but now, with the horror of the situation fading, I realized I didn’t truly want that stain on my soul.
A shudder ran through me as I contemplated the line I had teetered on the edge of crossing. Malachi and Rurik had stopped me from becoming a monster, from surrendering to the darkness, and for that I was grateful, despite the lingering resentment that still simmered beneath the surface. I didn”t appreciate them making the choice for me, but I understood now why they had done so. They had real, tangible experience with that darkness and didn”t want me to join them in its depths.
Rurik shifted in his seat, his gaze never leaving me. The muscles in his jaw twitched, a subtle sign of the turmoil raging within. Malachi, on the other hand, remained perfectly still, his expression a mask of stoic resolve, though I could see the storm brewing behind his eyes.
Drawing a deep breath, I broke the silence, my voice steadier than I had expected. “I didn’t want to kill him.” I paused to take a deep breath. “Not really.”
Malachi’s brow furrowed ever so slightly, but he remained silent, allowing me to continue.
“In that moment, consumed by rage and pain, I’d wanted nothing more than to make him suffer.” I paused, swallowing hard against the lump in my throat. “Now, with a clear head, I realize I couldn’t have gone through with it.”
Rurik nodded slowly, his gaze softening ever so slightly. “We knew that, dorogaya. That’s why we intervened.”
A flicker of annoyance stirred within me, but I tamped it down, recognizing they”d only wanted to protect me. “I know, and I’m grateful, truly, but you have to understand, I need to be a part of these decisions. You can’t just shut me out and expect me to blindly accept whatever you decide.”
A flash of vulnerability flickered across Malachi’s features. “We never meant to make you feel that way, Nika. We were only trying to protect you.”
“By taking the choice from me?” I countered, my voice rising slightly. “That’s not protection, Malachi. That’s control.”
Rurik held up a hand, a silent plea for calm. “You’re right,” he said, his tone measured. “We should have involved you more. It won’t happen again.”
I studied them both, searching for any hint of deception, but found only sincerity in their expressions. With a slow exhale, I nodded, the tension ebbing from my shoulders. “All right,” I said. “I trust you.”
I truly did. Despite the secrets, the danger, and the occasional missteps, my trust in these two men was unshakable. We had been through too much together to be broken by a single transgression.
As I settled back into the couch, I was far calmer than I”d been all evening. I was glad the argument was over, which led to thoughts of what happened next. I knew what I wanted for the immediate future, so I said, “I”d like you both to spend the night.”
I had barely finished the statement before they were standing up and shedding their jackets. I suppressed a giggle. It hadn”t been my intention to jump straight to bed, when they pulled me to my feet from the couch, each holding a hand and walking me back toward my bedroom, it didn”t seem worth protesting. This was inevitably how tonight would end, so why wait a moment longer?
Seconds later, I stood in the doorway of my bedroom, watching Malachi and Rurik. The tension between us had dissipated, replaced by a simmering desire. I needed their touch, their warmth, to chase away the shadows that lingered in the corners of my mind.
“Stay with me.” I wasn”t just asking for them to spend the night as I repeated their request. In my heart, I was asking for so much more. “Please.”
Malachi’s eyes darkened with a flicker of hunger. He crossed the room in two long strides, his powerful arms encircling me as he pulled me against his chest. Rurik followed suit, his fingers tracing a delicate path along the curve of my spine.
Together, they guided me to the bed, their hands roaming my body with familiarity. I reveled in the sensation of their touch, the heat of their skin seeping through the thin fabric of my clothes.
As we sank onto the mattress, Malachi kissed me with a heady mix of passion and tenderness. Rurik’s mouth trailed a scorching path along my neck, his teeth grazing my sensitive flesh as he nipped and sucked. I moaned, arching into their embrace as I surrendered to the pleasure that threatened to overwhelm me.
Rurik’s fingers were a blur of motion as he unbuttoned my shirt, his touch gentle yet insistent. With ease, he slipped the fabric off my shoulders, revealing the delicate skin that lay beneath before stripping it off and tossing the garment aside. His hot breath tickled my neck as he leaned in close, his gaze meeting mine.
He stiffened abruptly and cursed. “Did Terzien do this to you?” He trailed a light finger across a fading bruise on my collarbone.
I nodded. “It”s not the only one, so if you want to wait until I”m no longer marred...”
He scowled at me. “Do you think I”m so shallow, dorogaya? It has nothing to do with the physical marks and everything to do with my anger at the man who put them there. If I could, I”d kill him again.”
“At least you got to kill him,” said Malachi, sounding slightly resentful. “You”ll always have that pleasure to take with you, brat.”
I gazed at them before speaking again. “I understand, but I really don”t want him to ruin this moment, or any other in my life. Can we please put that behind us and continue with what we”re doing here?”
Rurik frowned. “At least for now, but I”m not sure how quickly I can forget this.”
“I feel the same way.” I licked my lips. “I don”t want to spend another minute thinking of him, but I”m sure there will be nightmares. The important thing for me is that you”re there to soothe them away. He can”t hurt me anymore, and I need your strength and support instead of your bitterness or anger. Don”t let him consume another second of our lives.”
Rurik sighed and nodded. “I’ll try.”
“You”re very wise.” As he spoke, Malachi trailed his fingers down my stomach. He unbuttoned my jeans, his fingers moving with gentle precision that belied his strength. His touch was a contradiction of warmth and coolness, the heat of his skin seeping through my clothing as he worked his way down. His gaze remained fixed on me, issuing a silent promise of the pleasure that awaited as he slid down the zipper.
The room was filled with the sound of fabric moving against fabric as Rurik disrobed. Malachi slipped his fingers inside my panties, making my breath come in ragged gasps now.
“Relax,” whispered Rurik, his voice a soft murmur in my ear. “Let us take care of you.”
I nodded, my lips parting to let out a shuddering sigh as he cupped my breast, thumbing over the aching nipple and sending sparks emanating outward from that epicenter. He’d touched me like this before, but tonight, the sensation was unlike anything I had ever experienced. It was as if every nerve in my body had come alive, responding to their touches with a fervor that was both electrifying and terrifying.
Malachi’s fingers continued their journey, slipping farther down to find my slick pussy. He stroked the cleft and purred in satisfaction. “Soaking.”
“That feels good,” I managed to say with a gasp as Malachi found my clit, his touch arousing and alluring. He stroked with single-minded dedication, like it was his only purpose in life. His touch was magical, making me burn and squirm. Rurik moved his hand to my other breast, gently teasing that ignored nipple, and I threw back my head.
Sensations were overwhelming me, coming from every nerve ending. I was compliant when Rurik guided me to lie backward and again when Malachi told me to lift my hips. In seconds, my jeans and panties were gone, and Malachi was back to stroking my clit, now completely unencumbered. I parted my legs in response before tightening my thighs around his hand.
“Just let go,” Malachi whispered, his velvety voice sending a thrill of excitement through me as I grew closer to climax.
I closed my eyes, letting out a soft sigh as Rurik continued massaging my breasts. His touch was a dance of fire and ice, a combination that was both intoxicating and addictive.
“I can’t wait to see you come undone again,” said Rurik, his voice a low growl.
“I think you’ve been waiting for this for a long time,” said Malachi, his voice a low purr as he slid a finger inside my channel and continued stroking my clit. I was mindlessly bucking against him now.
“I think you’re right,” I said in a shaky voice as pleasure made me quiver from head to toe. Malachi continued to touch, tease, and torment me with a skill that was both infuriating and intoxicating.
I started to whimper, and Malachi covered my mouth with his in a fiery kiss. Our tongues tangled, and I moaned as Rurik lightly pinched my nipples. There was so much pleasure from so many places that it was almost unbearable. I was either going to shatter or come with the force of a supernova.
Malachi’s lips parted from mine to drift lower as he traced a slow, deliberate line down my body, leaving a trail of fire in its wake. I cried out when his mouth replaced his fingers seconds later. His hot breath against my overstimulated clit made me come with a small cry. The orgasm was as intense as I’d expected, rocking me to the very core. As the aftermath slowly faded, I was once again aware of their continued ministrations. They hadn’t stopped touching me at all.
Rurik’s lips found mine, his kiss a sweet counterpoint to the relentless assault of Malachi’s mouth as he ravished my pussy, clearly wanting to make me come again. I moaned into his mouth, my body writhing beneath their combined touches as they drove me higher and higher.
As I teetered on the edge of another release, Malachi pulled away, his eyes gleaming with a wicked intent. He guided me onto my hands and knees, his fingers tracing a tantalizing path along my spine as he positioned himself behind me. Rurik knelt before me, his cock jutting proudly from his hips as he beckoned me closer.
I hesitated for a moment, my heart pounding in my chest as I considered the implications of my actions, but the need for their touch, for the connection that only they could provide, was too great to resist. I surrendered to their embrace. “Rurik, Malachi... Please...” I whispered, my voice barely a breath as their hands roamed over my skin. “I need you both.”
“We’re here,” said Rurik, his voice a promise of pleasure.
“Always.” Malachi’s voice was a mix of tenderness and promise.
I moaned again, my body arching into their touch as they continued their exploration. My skin tingled with each caress, the heat of their bodies mingling with the coolness of the night air.
“Yes...” I breathed out, the word a sigh of relief as they pulled me closer, their fingers exploring the softness of my curves.
Malachi’s fingers delicately traced the curve of my back, his touch a subtle invitation to deeper exploration. As his hands glided over my skin, the heat of his body radiated into mine. With each caress, my skin tingled, a sensation that seemed to pulse through me.
Suddenly, his fingers teased my rear entrance, each movement a promise of what was to come. Malachi dipped his fingers into my pussy, coating them with my slick arousal, a natural lubricant that seemed to make the moment even more intimate before withdrawing. With gentle yet insistent pressure, he pressed against my ass.
“Malachi,” I whispered, the word a breath of relief as I felt him opening me, his touch a mix of tenderness and desire. “Yes...” The word was a sigh of pleasure as his fingers explored my tight backside.
“So lovely...” he whispered, his voice a mix of encouragement and desire. “Relax, solnyshko.” The bed shifted as he knelt behind me. A second later, his cock pressed against my taut pucker. “Push back against me.”
I let his voice guide me, along with his hands on my hips. Rurik was still teasing my nipples, but he paused for a moment as Malachi gently entered my ass. I gasped as he filled me, eyes watering for a second.
“Are you okay?” asked Rurik.
I nodded, surprised to feel the pressure turning to exquisite sensations as Malachi’s balls touched my ass. “I’m fine. Better than...” I moaned, instinctively pressing back against Malachi.
“Can you take both of us?” Rurik caressed my hair as he asked.
I didn’t hesitate. “Yes.” I wasn’t as confident as I sounded, but I was determined to have them both inside me.
“Lean her back, Malachi.”
The world shifted as Malachi laid on his back, his cock still buried inside me. His legs were splayed, so mine were too, and Rurik knelt between them.
“Ready?”
I nodded, my body trembling with the need to release the tension that had built within me. The anticipation was almost unbearable, but it was all part of the dance, the rhythm of our lovemaking. I closed my eyes, savoring the moment and the sensation of being taken. I tensed, my breath catching in my throat as Rurik’s cock nudged against my pussy. The warmth of his flesh against my skin was a stark contrast to the cold sweat that had broken out on my forehead.
He was slow and gentle as he slipped his cock into my channel. At first, I was sure my body couldn’t accommodate both of them, but as he flexed and adjusted his angle, something shifted. I gasped when he was fully inside me. It was painful, and I whimpered.
“Relax, solnyshko,” said Malachi, his voice low and soothing. “We’ve got you.”
I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart as I adjusted to the feeling of them inside me. Rurik’s hands were on my shoulders, his touch gentle as he leaned in to kiss me.
“You’re doing great,” he whispered, his lips brushing against mine. “Just breathe.”
I nodded, my eyes fluttering closed as I focused on the sensation of them both inside me. Malachi’s fingers traced lazy circles on my hips, sending shivers down my spine as he began to thrust.
“Open your eyes, Nika,” Rurik said softly, his voice a command.
I opened my eyes, meeting his gaze as he began to move too. “Just relax and let us take care of you.”
I closed my eyes again, focusing on the sensation of their bodies moving in sync as they took me higher and higher. It was a dance, a rhythm that seemed to resonate. They controlled everything about my motions but seemed to be in perfect sync, and after the initial discomfort faded, pleasure liked I’d never known took over.
“You feel so good.” Rurik groaned, his voice tight with restraint. “So tight and warm.”
I moaned, my body responding to his words as I got closer to the edge. It was too much, the sensation of their cocks filling me completely as they moved inside me. How could I hold off my orgasm? At the same time, I didn’t want this to end.
“I’m going to come.” I gasped as the first waves of pleasure spiraled through me.
“Not yet,” said Malachi, his fingers digging into my hips as he increased his pace. “Hold on, solnyshko. Just a little longer, and we can go together.”
I nodded, trembling as I fought to stave off the incredible release. It was a battle to keep myself from falling over the edge as they drove me higher and higher.
“Now.” Rurik thrust inside me one final time. His cock twitched as he started to come.
Malachi’s cock was quivering now too, and he drove into me with one final, powerful thrust. It was too much, and I screamed, my body shaking as I came apart at the seams. It was an indescribable release and surrender to the pleasure that consumed me as their cocks pulsed inside me.
As the waves of pleasure subsided, my back collapsed onto Malachi’s chest, my body spent and exhausted. He wrapped his arms around me, holding me close as Rurik pressed a kiss to my forehead as he carefully slipped out of my pussy.
“You did so well, solnyshko,” whispered Malachi, his voice filled with pride. “I’m so proud of you.”
I smiled, heart swelling with love as I looked up at Rurik. He was smiling too, his eyes filled with a warmth that seemed to light up the room.
“Thank you,” I whispered, my voice hoarse with emotion. “Both of you.”
They nodded, their hands gentle as they stroked my hair and traced patterns on my skin. Malachi turned me onto my side, tucking me against him, and Rurik curled against my front. The moment encapsulated a connection that seemed to transcend the physical as we lay there, wrapped in each other’s arms.
As the night wore on, we talked and laughed, sharing stories and secrets as we lay tangled in the sheets. It was a night I would never forget, a memory that would stay with me forever. As I drifted off to sleep near dawn, surrounded by the warmth of their bodies, I decided this was something I could never give up. It was worth any risk or danger to be with them.
***
I jolted awake, heart pounding as the remnants of the nightmare lingered in my mind. The cold, damp concrete beneath me, the sound of Levon’s voice echoing in my ears, the searing pain of his blows... I gasped for air, trembling as I tried to shake off the memories.
“Shh, it’s okay, solnyshko,” said Malachi, his arms tightening around me as he pulled me closer. “You’re safe now.”
I buried my face in his chest, inhaling the familiar scent of his cologne as I tried to calm my racing heart. Rurik’s hand stroked my hair, his touch gentle and soothing as he whispered words of comfort in my ear.
“We’ve got you,” he said softly. “You’re safe with us.”
I nodded, gradually relaxing as I absorbed their soothing words. I was safe now, in their arms, and far away from the horrors of my kidnapping. As the images faded, I was left with the stark reality of my feelings for these two men. “I don’t want to be without you,” I whispered as I shyly lifted my head from Malachi’s chest. “I know it’s crazy, and we haven’t known each other for very long, but I can’t imagine my life without you.”
Rurik smiled, his eyes softening as he leaned in to press a gentle kiss to my forehead. “You’ve been ours for a long time, Nika,” he said softly. “We’ve just been waiting for you to realize it.”
Malachi’s hand trailed down my side, his fingers tracing a slow, deliberate path along my hip. “We’ll keep you safe, loved, and fully satisfied,” he said, his voice low and husky as he started to finger me again now that I was relaxing from the nightmare.
I moaned, my body responding to his touch as I arched into his hand. Rurik’s lips found mine, his kiss a gentle contrast to the relentless assault of Malachi’s insistent fingers. Heat was building within me as a slow burn that threatened to consume me whole.
“I need you, both of you.”
Malachi’s eyes darkened, a flicker of hunger igniting their depths. He guided me onto my back, his powerful body covering mine as he claimed my mouth in a searing kiss. Rurik’s hands roamed my body, his touch a delicate dance.
Together, they worshipped my body all over again, their hands and mouths exploring every inch of my skin as they drove me higher and higher. I moaned, my body writhing beneath their touch as I surrendered to the pleasure that threatened to overwhelm me.
“Please,” I begged, my voice barely a whisper as I arched into their touch. “I need more.”
Malachi’s gaze met mine, as he positioned himself at my entrance. Rurik’s fingers continued their relentless assault on my clit, his touch a sweet torment that sent shivers racing down my spine.
“Are you ready?” asked Malachi, his voice low and husky as he pressed against me.
I nodded, my body trembling with anticipation as he slid inside me, filling me completely, his cock stretching me in a way that was both painful and pleasurable after our earlier activities. I arched into him as I adjusted to the sensation.
Rurik kissed me with barely restrained control. He was trembling, and so was I. “I need you, too. Please.”
Rurik’s eyes darkened as he positioned himself behind me, his cock pressing against my rear entrance as he guided me onto all fours. Malachi slipped out but was soon back in, his fingers digging into my flesh as he held me in place while continuing to fuck my pussy.
Together, they filled me completely, their cocks stretching me in a way that was both painful and pleasurable. It was different from last time. I was used to this in some ways but still sore, so I felt the burn and stretch in different places. It was still amazing, and I moaned, writhing against them in search of relief.
Malachi growled like an animal as he thrust into me. The sound was sexy as hell. “Mine.” It was a simple one-word declarative, but it made me feel cherished and loved, especially when he practically growled it, as though it took every ounce of willpower he had to form the single word.
“Your pussy is so tight and welcoming, dorogaya,” Rurik hissed, his cock starting to get harder and twitch, indicating he was on the precipice of losing control.
I closed my eyes, as they continued their relentless assault. My body trembled with each thrust, the pleasure building within me like a storm that threatened to break at any moment. As that inevitably happened, I stiffened and cried out, still writhing between them. I didn”t know whether to push backward or forward, and I surrendered to the sensations sweeping over me.
The feeling of their cocks twitching and releasing inside me only increased my pleasure as I came, feeling an orgasm that would never end. It must have at some point, because the world around me started to become normal again.
As the waves of pleasure subsided, I collapsed onto the bed, spent and completely exhausted. They held me between them, and Malachi brushed his lips against my ear as he whispered, “I love you, Nika.”
I stared into Malachi’s eyes, my heart pounding in my chest as I tried to process his words. “I love you too,” I whispered as I leaned in to press my lips against his.
His pulled me closer as he deepened the kiss.
“Don’t forget about me,” said Rurik, voice laced with a faux pout.
I gently broke the kiss with Malachi and turned my head to look at Rurik. “I could never forget you.”
He looked deeply into my eyes without blinking. “Nika, I love you too.”
My heart skipped a beat at his words, and I nodded. “And I love you, Rurik.” I looked over at Malachi, who was watching us with a small smile on his face.
“We want you to move in with us,” said Malachi, his voice firm and confident. “We want to be with you, to protect you and take care of you.”
I hesitated for a moment, my mind racing with thoughts and doubts, but then I looked back at Rurik, at the sincerity in his eyes, and I knew that I couldn’t say no. Not that I wanted to. “Okay.” I beamed at them. “I’ll move in with you.”
Rurik grinned, and he pulled me tighter against him. His heart beat against my chest, and I snuggled closer.
Malachi wrapped his arms around me, encompassing me with a sense of safety and security that I had never known before. I closed my eyes and breathed in the scent of my lovers, savoring the moment.
“We’ll take care of you, solnyshko,” said Malachi against my ear. “You’ll never have to worry about anything again.”
I nodded, my heart swelling with love and gratitude. Moving in with them would be a risk, and there would be danger and uncertainty, but I couldn’t imagine my life without them. The risk was far more negligible than the reward.