Running in Fear: Dragon's Den (9 page)

Dominic stepped up, and opened the door. “I can smell their scent on you.” Smoke came out of his nose as they made their way to the master bedroom. Blair lowered her feet to the ground, ripped her dress off her body, and threw it into the fireplace. Dominic roared, and flames shot out of his mouth, incinerating her dress instantly.

“Go take a shower, Suzanne, and wash that stench off you,” Dominic ordered, not looking at her. If he even glanced at her right now he would take her hard, and he wouldn't risk hurting her. He could feel her gaze on him, and her confusion.

He glanced at Blair, who stood next to him, his body tense, the dragon close to the surface. Before he knew what he was doing, he jumped on Blair and threw him to the floor. “No talk, Blair, need you.” He unzipped his pants and pulled Blair's pants off of his body. He used his own spit to wet his cock before he slammed his cock into Blair's ass.

Granger had Archer on the floor next to them and grunted as he pounded into Archer's ass.

His seed spilled into Blair's ass, but it still wasn't enough. It wouldn't be enough for any of them until they claimed Suzanne again. Dominic turned his gaze to the bathroom, and heard Suzanne crying in the shower. He gently opened the connection to her mind, and sank to the ground next to Blair.

Suzanne believed they didn't want her, because of what she had done, how she used her body. She felt dirty and cheap.

Dominic stood and walked into the bathroom, turning the water off. He swept Suzanne into his arms. “Hush, Suzanne, I'm here, and I'm not going anywhere.” He strolled into the bedroom and gently placed her onto the bed. “I'm very proud of what you did today, Suzanne, but I'm also furious that you had to do it. You shouldn't have been put in that kind of danger, but I'm afraid that with what's coming, we're going to see more and more of it.” He cleaned his cock with the rag Blair handed him.

“We all need you, Suzanne, now, before we leave. It's going too hard and fast, and our dragons are demanding we claim you again to erase all memories of those men.” He crawled up on the bed, and lay down next to her as he pulled her onto his body. “I see in your mind what you did, and I still can't believe how fast and powerful you are, my Little Red.”

Blair scooted behind them, and gently lubed her ass. “We're going to take you together. First Blair and I, then Granger and Archer. When we're done, there will be no questions as to who you belong to, Suzanne.” He spread her ass cheeks and watched the play of emotions as Blair slowly pushed his cock into her ass.

“Take him all the way. Squeeze him, show him how you belong to him, to all of us,” Dominic ordered, and worked his cock into her pussy. Suzanne was so tight. Her little cries of passion only encouraged him to move into her pussy faster.

Granger and Archer moved to each side of the bed, petting and encouraging her as he and Blair started to move inside her. His hands turned to claws, he held her hips, and he snarled, pushing in harder and faster. Blair's dragon responded, doing the same.

Suzanne moaned, her nails digging into his shoulders as she bit down on his neck feeding from him. Dominic snapped and his cock swelled larger inside her, as did Blair's. They loved their mate, claiming her as theirs. He brushed her hair aside from her neck and sank his fangs into her neck.

She screamed, releasing him. Her body shook, while her orgasm took over. He pumped once, twice more into her, and released his seed into her pussy. Blair grunted behind them, and he could feel his warm seed flow into her ass.

Her body fell onto his chest, and her breath came in small quick gasps. She slowly came down from her sexual high. Suzanne kissed his nipple, and peeked up at him. “Umm, amazing.”

He laughed and rolled her over to her side. Blair pulled out of her ass. “It's not over, baby. You have two other mates who need you. Blair and I are going to get cleaned up. We love you, Suzanne.” He softly kissed her lips and jumped off the bed.

Blair leaned down, capturing her face in between his hands. “You're ours, baby, and we'll never let you go.” He kissed her softly and strolled into the bathroom with him.

Dominic turned on the shower heads and stood underneath them. “My dragon is so calm now. Even before, he was worried about Suzanne, but after seeing her fight and how strong inside she is, he is at peace.” He glanced at Blair, who stood under the other shower head.

“Mine feels the same way, but I believe Suzanne still has doubts about being good enough for us. After not having anyone believing in you for so long, it's no wonder she's unsure about us, and herself.”

Dominic nodded. “I'm afraid you're right. We'll just have to make sure we show her every day, and I, for one, love showing her.” He grinned and Blair laughed.

“She is a treasure, and I love digging for it.” Blair's eyes glowed and he turned his head towards the bedroom. “But if one more male touches her, I swear, Dominic, I'll rip them apart. Did you see the Bloods’ bodies outside? I don't know how her friend could even handle them after all they did to them.” He turned to him. “I want to hunt for Lance before we leave. I have this strange feeling he's around here, watching.” He got out of the shower and dried off.

“I was feeling the same way. Your brothers and others are still searching the club. Someone had to let those men in here, and I want to know who,” Dominic said as he walked into the bedroom, and laughed as Suzanne tried to stand and fell back onto the bed.

“Having trouble, Little Red?” Dominic teased, only to see her face brighten, and she sighed.

“I hate to admit it, but you four—wow. Even my legs feel like spaghetti noodles.” She laughed and turned to Archer. “Did you find those two men that were missing earlier, Caser and what's-his-name?”

Archer shook his head. “It has me worried. We went to their rooms, and all was cleared out. There was no trace of them.”

Dominic glanced at Blair, who nodded. “It seems we now know how they got in. Did they access to all the security codes?”

Dominic slammed his fist into the wall. “Every one except mine, so they could be hiding anywhere, including the tunnels.”

Suzanne rushed to his side and cradled his hand in hers, checking it. “Dominic, you'll find them. There is no reason to beat yourself up. How could you have known?” She cupped his cheek and reached up, kissing his lips.

“Because of my trust, you could have been hurt, Suzanne.” He wrapped his arms around her and held her. “I never want to feel the terror I felt when I saw you walk into that kitchen. I almost fell to the ground. I couldn't concentrate, I was so furious.”

She leaned back and frowned. “But I thought I blocked all of you so I wouldn't distract you.”

Blair laughed and swatted her ass. “Sweetheart, you can't totally block us. We'll always be inside, watching you and protecting you in any way we can. We have company at the door, Dominic.” Blair slid on a clean pair of white leather pants and a vest while Suzanne stood there staring at him.

“If you keep staring at him like that, he's going to take you again, and right now we don't have time.” Dominic scraped his fangs along her neck.

“I'm sorry. I ruined the dress you got me, Dominic. I really like that one too, especially the way it made you look at me in it.” Suzanne turned, and opened the closet. “Son of a bitch!” she screamed, and jumped back.

Dominic pushed her behind him, and he roared. “How the hell did they get in here? And why kill their own spies?” He glanced back at Granger. “Let Anthony and his brother in. Also call down to Alex and have him come up with Blair's brothers. I want every inch of my quarters searched now.” Dominic stepped into the closet and grabbed the black dress and shoes for Suzanne.

“Come here, baby. Let's get you dressed before we have all these men in here.” Dominic slid the dress over her body and unbuttoned the top four buttons. “Have to be able to see a little of what is mine.” He tweaked her nipple.

Suzanne smiled but she still was nervous. “I'll be okay, Dominic. I know you're worried, but I can handle this.”

“I know you can, but I'm going to have Archer pack your things, Little Red. I don't want you in the closet for now. Come on, let's go down to the parlor and greet our guest.” He wrapped his arm around her waist, and nodded to Archer, who started packing their belongings for their trip.

Blair walked beside them as they entered the room. More than twenty men stood with Tonya, Della, and Lissa in the corner by the bar, talking. “Go join your friends, Little Red.” Dominic kissed her cheek.

He watched every warrior bow his head to her as she walked past them. Stephan stepped in front of her, and Dominic forced himself not to move. One wrong word and he would pound him into the wall.

“I would like to apologize to you for earlier. I was out of line, yelling at you. I now see the good it did in Lissa, and how you protected our people. Thank you, my queen.” Stephan bowed to her and Suzanne laughed.

“Stephan, stop it. I'm no queen, and you're welcome.” She went to hug him but stopped, staring back at him, and he grinned.

“But Suzanne, you are our queen now. You are not only bonded to the king, but you have proven your loyalty to our people. Why do you think every warrior in this room bowed to you?” Stephan smirked and raised an eyebrow at her.

Suzanne glanced around the room at the warriors, who all smiled and bowed their heads again. “No freaking way! I can't be a queen, Dominic.” Her gaze fell to his, and he moved to her side.

“It's okay, Suzanne. You'll get used to it, and you're a perfect queen. I wouldn't have anyone else.” He kissed her lips softly.

“But Dominic I can't…my past.” She grabbed onto his shirt and buried her face into his chest.

“I don't want to hear any more about you not being good enough, Suzanne. You're mine, and I couldn't have picked a more perfect mate. You care all about those around you, and you're fierce when you know someone needs help. Who could be better then you?” He lifted her face to stare down into her eyes. “I told you they would love you. They see what we see, that you are a special lady. Ours.” He kissed her mouth, hard and possessive.

“Now go. Your friends are about to burst with wanting to talk to you.” He laughed as he broke the kiss and swatted her ass as he turned her towards them. “Thank you, Stephan. May I have a word with you, please?” Dominic rejoined the group of warriors.

“I'm taking Anthony, his beta, and Blair's brothers, and I'd like you and Lissa to journey with us on our trip. I believe Lissa would enjoy the trip, and it would be good for her to be around Suzanne.”

Stephan stopped and turned to his sister. “You're right. It would be good. Sitting at home to only think about what happened would only set her back. We would be honored to escort you on your trip.”

“Good. I know Lissa has no clothes here, and either does Tonya, so I've called a few of the store owners and they are sending clothes, shoes. and coats to the plane so they both have clothes.” Dominic turned to Alex. “Alex, I know I'm asking a lot, but I'm leaving you in charge here, and I expect you'll take good care of Suzanne's friend while we're gone.” He grinned, knowing full well Suzanne had been right. Della was Alex's companion.

Alex bowed and smirked. “I believe our queen has another gift.” He shook his head. “How she knew Della would be my companion is beyond me, but I can promise nothing will happen to her. Even if I have to put her over my knee.” He snarled and glanced at Della, who ignored him.

Dominic laughed. “You have your hands full with that one. She is a powerhouse, and a skillful warrior in her own right, but tread lightly, my friend, as I have found out there are still deep wounds in all three of them that are going to take time to heal.”

“I'm afraid you're right about that. If I ever find that creep who took her from her home…Did you know it was her own brother? I don't know how someone could turn on their own family.” Alex shook his head.

“I don't know how a family member can be so cruel, but I'm sure you'll do fine. I'm leaving the rest of my guards in your care. I've also called the clans I trust and they are preparing.” He turned and glanced around the room. “I want five of you to go through our bedroom and leave nothing unturned. Find out how those men got into our room, but I'm warning you now, don't upset Suzanne's personal things. She's had enough taken from her.”

He turned to Blair. “Blair, what have you heard from your father?”

“Father believes it's Christopher's brother behind all the attacks and the uprising. Christopher hasn't been able to locate him or the group he has following him, but he is aware of what his brother has done.” Blair sighed. “He's issued a reward.”

Dominic shook his head. “This isn't good. One's own brother. Christopher will handle this, I'm glad it wasn't him.” He rubbed the back of his neck. “We have a club to search. I suggest we start now, because it's getting late and I want this place secure before we leave.”

Chapter Ten

 

Suzanne laughed at Della and shook her head. “I told you it would happen. Della, you'll do fine. Don't get me wrong—there will be some times you'll have doubts, even I have those, but Alex will be there to help you. Let him in, and you'll be amazed how good it feels.” She glanced around the room, empty now except for her and her friends.

Two guards stood at the doorway, but someone else was in the room. The aroma of Brut cologne hit her and she grabbed the bar. “He's here,” she whispered, but her friends had heard her. Della pulled out her blades, Lissa moved to place herself in front of her, but Suzanne stepped away and scanned the room.

“No, Lissa, this one is mine. Come out and play, Lucas.” Suzanne moved around the room. “Or are you really the chicken I know you to be? I mean, come on, who beats and rapes little girls? You always were a slim bucket.”

What the hell do you think you're doing?
Dominic yelled in her mind, but she ignored it.

She couldn't be distracted as her friends fanned out. The guards moved into the room, and stepped around her. “Damn it, Dominic, now he'll run and hide!” she yelled into the air, knowing he could hear her.

We will discuss this after I have taken care of this Lucas myself.
Dominic barked in her head, and she shook his head.

“I swear, you'd think I was a porcelain doll or something.” Suzanne grunted as Archer and Granger hurried into the room and headed straight towards her.

“What the hell were you thinking, egging him on?” Granger demanded and shook her. “We almost lost you earlier, and you go and do this again? I'm so furious at you right now.” He released her and paced back and forth.

Archer leaned against the couch, his arms crossed over his chest. Suzanne knew he was furious too, but he held it inside, quiet.

“I was trying to get him to expose himself, Granger. I want that man gone. I don't want to have to keep looking over my shoulder because if he gets away, I'll never feel safe, even with your protection.” Suzanne sank into the couch. “I'm older, but just smelling him, I felt as if I was that thirteen-year-old child again. I wanted it over with. Was that so wrong?”

Della stomped over to her and glared at Granger and Archer. “No, it wasn't. I would feel the same way if it was my brother. You know you associate your trauma with Lucas, as I do with my brother.” Della wrapped her arms around her. “Lissa will also have the same problem, until the man who betrayed her is also dead.” Della rested her head on her shoulder as Lissa sat down next to her on the other side.

“Della is right. Everything that happened to me—I only see Douglas's face. Knowing he's still out there will always have me looking over my shoulder. It's like part of us can't heal until they are gone.”

Tonya sat on the coffee table as tears slid down her face. “I don't know the three of you are so strong. Just the thought of something like that happening to me…I'd never survive.”

Suzanne laughed. “Don't even, Tonya. I've seen you in action and I know you're a fighter just like the three of us.” She reached over and squeezed her hand. “In a lot of ways, during the last two years, it's been your strength that has kept me going. You just didn't know it. Both you and Anthony gave me hope, when I would have just curled up and withered away, feeling sorry for myself.”

Dominic's voice like that of a gentle caress, but inside her head trying to comfort her,

“I have him Suzanne, he'll never hurt you again, my love.”
Suzanne jumped as her gaze flew to Granger, who smiled and nodded. “Dominic has him, Suzanne. Your nightmare is over.”

She sucked in her breath and her hands started to tremble. “Oh God, I'm going to be sick!” Suzanne ran out of the room and into the hallway, where she fell to the floor, her legs giving out. Her stomach heaved, losing all she had eaten in the last day, as giant sobs broke her body.

Granger lifted her and said, “Shh, I've got you. It's over, baby. He can't hurt you anymore.”

“It's been so long, and I've been so afraid.” Suzanne curled up onto Granger's lap, trying to get warm. She saw flashes of her past: the rapes, the beatings.

Della knelt next to Archer. “She's reliving everything, but she'll be okay. It's just going to take her time to believe he's really gone. Out of all us, Suzanne has had to live with this demon for the longest.” Della stood but Suzanne grabbed onto her hand.

“We'll get him, Della, just like we'll get the man who hurt Lissa. One day, all of us will sit down and celebrate together. Trust me, I'm never wrong.” She grinned, resting her head on Granger's chest.

“Smart ass. You always have to help us but never take time for yourself. Yes, I know we'll find them. Your men give me hope.” Della turned and smiled as Alex came in to stand beside her. He wrapped his arm around her, kissing her nose.

“We take care of those who mean the world to us. Suzanne is right—your brother can't hide forever. We'll find him, and when we do, your nightmare will be over, just as Lissa's will be.”

Dominic came into the room, followed by the rest of the warriors. He came straight to her, and picked her up, holding her tight. “No more demons, little one, no more demons. He's gone, and won't hurt another child again.”

“Thank you, Dominic. The four of you are my heroes. I don't know what I would do if anything happened to you now.” Suzanne kissed his neck, squeezing as tightly as she could.

“We have to leave now, Suzanne. It's time. The cars are downstairs, and we're already packed.” He slowly let her feet touch the ground, but held her around the waist, knowing she was still shaky.

Suzanne turned and hugged Della. “Be careful, Della, because if I hear one word about someone hurting you, I'll personally come back and kick someone's ass.” She glanced at Alex, who laughed.

“I could never hurt her. You have my promise that I will keep her safe.” Alex bowed his head and shook Dominic's hand. “I'll keep you informed of everything.”

Blair helped her into a long white leather coat, and he smiled at her. “Perfect size for you. Are you ready to begin our journey?” He kissed her lips and her cheeks.

“As ready as I'm going to be. Are we really going to a dude ranch? You know I've always had this fantasy about a man on a horse,” Suzanne teased Blair as he led her outside to the waiting limo.

Dominic pulled her into the limo and into his arms. “Tell us about your fantasy and maybe we can make it come true while we're there.”

Granger had his arm around Archer in the seat in front of her, and winked at her as Blair slid in next to them.

“Well, my man is sitting on a huge horse. I'm riding in front of him when he lifts my skirt and lifts me onto his cock. I ride him as he runs the horse, the open air on my breasts, his hands holding me safe, all the while the horse's movements driving us higher and higher.” Suzanne looked out at the window as the limo took them to the private airport. “So do you have any fantasies?” She smiled. “I told you one of mine.”

“You mean you have more than one?” Dominic teased.

“I have many fantasies. Some days I would slip into them when things got so bad. Now, tell me one of yours.” She laid her head down on his chest, listening to his heartbeat.

“To see my whole hand in your pussy, in front of my warriors, and letting them drink from you, knowing you're giving them a precious gift created by you and me.” Dominic slid his hand down to her mound and cupped it. “I think it's time to shave you down here. I want to see your pretty pussy bare.”

Blair groaned next to them. “I'm getting harder than a rock here.” He adjusted his pants.

“Okay, Blair, tell us one of your fantasies, since we're all sharing.” Suzanne nudged him with her foot.

He grabbed onto her foot and slipped her slipper off, rubbing her sole. He sat back on the seat, closing his eyes. “I can see us all at my family house for their Christmas party, and this party is big, formal, with all the elders there.”

Dominic laughed. “I can see where you are going with this one. Suzanne, wait till this year. It's the biggest event around. More than two thousand came last year, and it's a weeklong party.”

Suzanne slapped Dominic. “Hush, I want to hear Blair's fantasy. Go on, Blair.”

Blair grinned at her. “You do know we're going to do every fantasy we talk about, right?”

Her nipples hardened, her pussy dampened, and she squirmed in Dominic's hold. “Damn it, you just had to say that, didn't you? Now, continue. If you're going to make some of mine come true, the least I can do is try to make yours come true too.”

“Suzanne, I swear, if we had enough time, I'd take you right here.” Dominic groaned. “But we're here. Stay put till I make sure it's safe.” Dominic slipped her into Granger's arms as he got out of the limo.

“We're going to continue this on the plane. I want to hear about this Christmas party, and don't think I haven't forgotten about you two either.” Suzanne smiled up at Granger, who laughed.

“That should be really interesting on the plane. Are you forgetting there are others who will be there too?” Archer laughed and pulled her coat closed. Dominic stuck his head back into the limo.

“Let's go. All is clear, and I for one can't wait to see Suzanne turn all pink in front of everyone as we discuss our fantasies.” Dominic reached for her hand and helped her out of limo.

She blushed and pulled her coat down. “Hey, I have no problem sharing. Everyone should have some. Maybe we'll make the others tell us theirs too.” Suzanne laughed, then looked at the huge plane in front of her. “Shit, that thing is huge. Do you have bedrooms in it, too?” Suzanne glanced up at Dominic. He helped her up the ramp to the plane.

“Sure do. We have three bedrooms, a kitchen, even a huge tub that's bigger than the one in our bedroom. Its sole purpose is to host a nice-sized orgy tub.” Dominic stepped into the plane with his arm wrapped around her.

She stopped and gaped at him. “Orgy? Really?” She smiled, then frowned. “With the four of you I have my own little orgy every night, but as far as other men, I don't think I can. I mean, I always thought I'd like to try it once, but with…maybe you four could help me get past the fear?”

Dominic smiled down at his little mate. “In time. Right now we're still bonding, so it isn't going to happen. I'd rip someone's arm off if they touched you.” He playfully snarled at her and tickled her, just to take the frown off her face.

“Okay, okay, I give, but thanks, Dominic. The thought of others touching me just isn't there. With you four, yes, but I don't know if I could do others. I don't mind the public thing—matter of fact, I like it—but not the other.”

Blair laughed. “I'm glad you like the idea of the public thing. Wait till you hear my fantasy. Now come on, let's take our seats so we can delve into this further.” Blair pulled her out of Dominic's arms and he laughed, following them.

Everyone took a seat, and the plane took off. Dominic glanced around the plane. All the seats were formed into a circle, which was a great way to start this game that Suzanne had started. Dominic sat forward.

Blair nodded to him and slipped Suzanne's coat off her shoulders. “Suzanne has given me a great idea, and my mates agree it's a way to pass time. So we thought we would play a little since we have two hours before we land. On the way here, Suzanne was sharing one of her sexual fantasies with us, but she was also making we share ours too. It was Blair's turn, but since we're starting fresh, I thought it only fair we start all over. The couple or person who leaves this circle first to use one of the bedrooms loses, and he or they will have to perform a group sexual act that the winners decide. If we run out of time, we can continue this game at the dude ranch tonight.

“Of course, I know there are many more males here, so with that in mind, my stewardesses have agreed to help any man in distress. Beth, Marie, and Sarah are willing subs. Since my lovely Little Red inspired this game, I think it only fair she should go first, but she must come up with another fantasy that no one has heard yet. Wouldn't want to cheat here, would we, Suzanne?”

Dominic laughed when she snorted. “Suzanne, the floor is yours.”

Suzanne turned a bright pink and squirmed in her seat. Then she slowly grinned, and he knew they were in trouble. “Suzanne, let's make this a little more interesting. If by any chance you get your mates so hot they lose control, they get to decide a small punishment just for you.”

All the men laughed, when the ladies whined. “That is not fair,” Suzanne accused. “What if your fantasy does that to us? Do we get to punish you? I mean, turnabout is only fair.” Her eyes challenged him and he laughed.

“You have a deal, my lady.” Dominic called her bet as the men groaned, and the ladies laughed as she rubbed her hands together. “But ladies, you must be totally out of control, needing sex, and there will be no touching yourselves, or others.”

“Damn, this is so going to be hard. Okay…fantasy. I have the perfect one. We're at your club, or another one, where there is a big huge garden. It's night time, and the game is for the men to capture the women. The women are rubbed down in oil and are wearing nothing. We are released into the night. Mind you, it's pitch black. The men are, of course, also naked, but they don't have oil on them. They carry with them their choice of toys to use if they catch their mate. The women can work together if they choose. Who knows? Maybe they center their attention on one male, and tackle him down on the ground, taking turns sucking his cock or sitting on his face so he has to eat the chosen female. You see, the females can use things hidden in the garden to entice the man. Maybe a strap-on to fuck his ass? Who knows?

“But the really exciting part is that when her mate captures her and rolls her to the ground, they are both covered in oil. Their bodies slide back and forth on each other while each tries to overpower the other. Once that person is control, the action is moved to a well-lit area where onlookers can enjoy the show. They can strap her or him down and use any instrument to bring her to highest point, only to stop. The game goes on, and that person continues to slowly work her body, licking and sucking his fingers, fucking her in her ass and pussy, then stop again. They only have ten minutes, and upon the end of said time they both reach their climax.” Suzanne sat back and grinned, proud of herself, as Dominic cursed, unsnapping his pants.