Their Secret Obsession by Pippa Moon

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Lottie POV

I stood in the heart of the demonic world, surrounded by the eerie beauty of the cathedral. It felt like time itself had paused within its gothic walls. My nerves pri ckled beneath my skin, but I couldn’t deny the strange allure of the place- or the demon who lurked in the realm.

Then, I heard his voice behind me, clenching my jaw, I fought the surge of hatred that coursed through me and turned to face him, Astaroth, the demon who had caused so much pain. The memory of leaving Chase behind on that hilltop to heal alone twisted my gut with guilt.

“What do you want?” I demanded, my voice tinged with. bitterness. I felt my gut twist with anxiety when he didn’t respond immediately, instead striding up to the altar with an unsettling grace. He hoisted himself onto it, his gaze fixed on me with an intensity that made my skin crawl.

Astaroth’s appearance shifted in front of my eyes, from a casual hoodie and jeans to an expensive suit that oozed

sophistication. His tie matched the deep red of the pinstripes, and for a moment, I almost forgot the darkness that lurked within him and mistook him for a gentleman.

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“I want to help you with your little Moon Goddess dilemma.” he finally replied, his voice smooth and unsettling.

“How?” I asked, my worry bubbling beneath the surface. I knew I shouldn’t entertain his offer, but desperation gnawed at me. Time was running out, and the looming decision hung heavy over my head. My hand rested on my flat stomach as I wondered if I could

give up the two lives that I held inside of me.

“There is always a loophole, I believe the terms of her deal where you give up your fated mate’s, or your children… correct?” he asked, his eyes searching mine.

“Two bonds of the heart!” he added with a wink when I didn’t

speak. Licking my dry lips I nodded.

“Well there we go, you give up your fated mate bond.” He expressed, resting his elbows on his knees as he looked at me with intrigue that made me uncomfortable; like I was standing before him naked and he could see my vulnerability.

“That. Is. Not. An. Option.” I barked, shaking my head slowly.

glared at him unable to fathom how he thought I would

don’t just abandon family and those that you love!” I insisted his lips twisting into a

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abandoned Chase?” He reminded me, my lips thinning into a hate-filled line while my eyes bored

He laughed with a shrug. “Who said anything about abandoning them? I just said you should sacrifice the fated mate bond. That is what you are right? Fasted

seething. I hadn’t wanted

words, confusion weighing heavy on me. When I

asked, growing irritated

don’t know if you have noticed but those baboons of yours are hardly going to be out there looking for another mate while you still draw breath. Even less so while you carry their pups.

I interjected to hide

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off at the fact he had come up with a way through all

the cold reminder he could read my thoughts. Pursing my lips

him to continue.

the idea of a fated mate bond is that it is in place until death or rejection… and once you have rejected them, a new mate will be generated. And I have a feeling after the way your mates insulted the

ucked if she thinks anyone will take my place.” I snapped, my lips curled over my teeth at

For always!

goddess, we use my powers to make her think that

would never do that!” I interrupted him, which earned me a sigh

have to be creative

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goddess will be satisfied with your sacrifice and the babies will be safe! Then and only then, will I lift the illusion

was considering his offer. “How am I meant to trust that you will keep your word?” I asked, tears

pay me.” He admitted with a shrug his eyes trailing over