The Dark Side of Fate

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~Sylvester~

I did not waste any time asking Erik why the people had come to see me.

‘Did they tell you why they are here?" I linked him back.

'Based on what we discussed. They have ordered their families to move and occupy the West. They are here to pay their respects and swear their allegiance," He linked back, and I did not know what to make of the sudden visit.

Somehow I was uncomfortable about it, but I had agreed to let them join us during the battle. My fear was that there was no guarantee that they were not working for Yuri.

'Can they be trusted, Erik?" I asked him, and there was silence.

‘Like you said, I could not make out Ighor's allegiance to Yuri. At this point, I would not vouch for anyone, but I know that they reject Yuri's methods and ideology. If that is good enough to convince you, then I would tell you Yes, but if not, that is the best I got," He replied honestly, and I sighed.

'Tell Alexei and Clay about it. I will convey this to the people on my side and get back to you on the matter," I told Erik and closed the connection.

Leo's idea that everyone should be connected to me was productive because it made communication easier and saved us time.

I linked Marcel, Theodore, David, Vino, Devin, Leo, Alexei, Clay and Andrew to join me in my office while I headed there, walking briskly. Although Erik was going to tell Alexei and Clay, I needed multiple opinions to decide on what to do.

I might be the king, but they all had stakes in the matter.

Everyone had something dear to lose. No one’s loss was more significant than the other giving us equal stakes in the matter. A unanimous agreement was required for us to proceed.

They arrived at my office individually. Twenty minutes after I had linked them.

David was the first to arrive, followed by a very tired Dominic, then Marcel. Vino came in thirty minutes, followed by Leo and then Theodore. Alexei, Clay and Andrew were the last to arrive. Seeing the Stepanovs, I knew they figured out the reason for the meeting, but the rest didn't.

"Some Family heads of members of the Stepanov clan are here to see me. I do not know if I should give them an audience, and if I should, I do not know where will be safest," I said, and everyone was silent.

I looked at Marcel and Theodore, who seemed to be processing my words; they all were, and I remained on my chair, patiently awaiting their response.

‘I would lie if I said I'm not worried. What if it is a trap by Yuri to lure you out?" Marcel said, voicing his fears, and the rest shared this opinion.

"They can't work with Yuri. They loathe him," Andrew said, and I did not know if his opinion would be enough.

"That was how Erik said Ighor was a neutral party, only to find out that he single handed came to shoot at us just to help Yuri's cause," Devin said, sounding slightly annoyed. He had a point, but Andrew disagreed.

indeed a neutral party. I still find it hard to believe that he shifted allegiance. The people in question aren't Neutral. They are in Erik's camp. They have a falling out with Yuri

exposing how Yuri used

is with you. They need to know the truth. The AgK32 is good, but Yuri's inner caucus consists of true Stepanovs. Not half-breeds but

and fast, and resilient. We will need all the help we can get. The number Ighor gave us was an estimation, and knowing he was the source; it might be misleading too,"

Sylvester endangers his life by seeing them?’

he can control. They won't be able to pump silver in the air, and people will not be able to attack from the outside. Somewhere isolated where Sylvester has ultimate power. Where enemies would think twice before attacking. His interactions with them would determine if he can

you propose?"

estate," Andrew said, and

and succeed in the estate. We are all here, and you have a very strong guard here. We also have AgK32 here, just in case.

how the Stepanov family heads' minds worked and their plans. Andrew was right about meeting them. It would be wise to see them, especially if I would rely on them to help me attack Yuri and his people in Gad. We have to have

is in favour of me seeing them here, I will tell Erik to set it up for this evening because Leo will be leaving in the

stephanotis to Join me in the estate. Then I told Leo to inform Gezel to get ready. I also linked Bryce and Levi to

strength pending when My guest arrived. I needed some shut-eye and plan to get it. I got to the room, took off my clothes, leaving only my

It was subtle, but I did not need to guess who it was because her scent filled my

eyes," I groaned, managing to open my eyes. I sat in bed, and she joined me

didn't want to wake you," She

opened my eyes and looked at

rest, but it was good that she was occupied. That way, she wouldn't

and she smiled and kissed me. She looked gorgeous, and

and she got onto the

I caressed her body, tracing her curves with my

groaned, speechless, and I felt my

wondered if we had the time for this, but then I figured the guests could wait if they arrived

wet. I could

dipped my hand in her panties

she adjusted herself and took

bra in front and released

and her nipples were hard. My mind was blank. The moment gave me the silence I needed for

my boxers, leaving me

caressed my chest, and I felt electricity

knew exactly what to do. She understood my body, and I let

relaxed so she could take control. I could see the need in her eyes. She wanted this; she

and caressed her nipples while she moaned and guided my

warm, wet,

between us as