Chapter 115

Alyssa POV

The rumble of engines fades, leaving behind an almost deafening silence. The second everyone else is gone, Niko steps forward and pulls me into his arms. His grip is tight, almost crushing, as though he’s afraid I might slip away.

“What the fuck were you thinking, sweet girl?” His voice cracks, low and raw with emotion. His fingers tremble as they comb through my hair. “He would’ve killed you.”

He plants a kiss on my forehead, as if he’s trying to anchor himself, though his next words are steel-sharp. “I swear, If I ever call you and you don’t answer again, I’ll spank your ass raw. Right in front of your brother.”

Before I can answer, King’s deep hum slices through the air. “Maybe I should’ve done that. Is that what you wanted, kitten? For me to humiliate you in front of your brother?” His large hand suddenly grips the back of my hair, snapping my head back. His eyes are amber flames that burn me from the inside out. “Answer me.”

“No,