>>Amber

I changed my clothes

Obviously, because one can't give a lap dance in a dress, wearing it and taking it off is a whole sport. Still commoner dresses are way easier than the one I wore as a noble.

But what I changed into, it's specially for Hael.

Because I changed into his shirt. He had a black button up silk shirt that reached till the end of my thighs. I was standing in the closet plus bath room, staring at myself in the full length mirror.

Should I wear some pants or go out bare legged?

Hmm?

I folded my arms to think about it. Well, it will be more fun without any pants. I glanced at his leather pants that I took out from his closet. Wearing those won't do me any good, they'll keep falling off of me and I won't be able to dance right.

I turned around and walked towards the door.

Pantless it is then.

The room was dimly lit, the soft glow of candles casting flickering shadows across the walls. The moment I opened the door and stepped into the room, Hael raised his head and looked at me. The air was thick with anticipation, a charged silence hanging between us. I made my way towards him as he sat quietly on the chair, his eyes following my every movement as I slowly approached him.

His eyes traveled down to my bare legs and they stayed there till the point I reached him. His gaze was sharp and I could feel the heat behind them because he certainly wasn't doing anything to hide it.

I took a deep breath, summoning the confidence I needed.

As I stepped closer, I let the music guide my movements, my body swaying to the rhythm.

Hael's eyes darkened with a mix of curiosity as I began to move more sensuously, my hips rolling and my hands tracing the curves of my body. I could feel his gaze like a physical touch, igniting a fire within me. I took my time, letting the anticipation build, knowing that every second heightened the tension between us.

I moved closer, standing between his parted knees, my fingers trailing lightly along his shoulders and down his chest. He drew in a sharp breath, his hands clenching the arms of the chair as he resisted the urge to reach for me.

I smiled, his reaction showed he was feeling something and the fact he was feeling it because of me gave me the boost I needed.

With a slow, deliberate motion, I straddled his lap, my knees resting on either side of his hips. I could feel the heat radiating from his body, his breath quickening as I leaned in, my lips just inches from his. I felt his body jolt from my action but I didn't kiss him, not yet. Instead, I let my breath ghost over his skin, my movements slow and teasing.

I began to move against him, my hips grinding in slow, deliberate circles. The friction sent shivers through me, a tantalizing mix of pleasure and anticipation. I arched my back, moving my head back as I realized I was enjoying this more than I should be.

Oh Lord!

Instead of getting him to feel me, I was feeling him even more. Hael's hands finally moved to my waist. The moment he grabbed me, a sensual gasp escaped my body

God!

His grip was firm but controlled, as if he was struggling to hold back.

I looked at him, my fingers danced lightly along the nape of his neck, tracing patterns on his skin. I could feel the tension in his muscles, the way his body reacted to my touch but he didn't let out a sound yet his eyes looked like they were starved.

He looked full of hunger.

I leaned back slightly, my hands gliding down his chest, feeling the rapid beat of his heart beneath my fingertips. His eyes followed my every move, darkening with desire and restraint.

I know I'm paranoid when it comes to him, but the way he's looking at me, I can't be wrong.

I have to push further.

"Do you like this?" I whispered, my lips brushing against his ear. "Do you want more?"

Hael's response was a low growl, his eyes never leaving mine. He didn't say anything, but his expression said a lot. His jaw clenched, and his hands tightened on my waist, his eyes burning with intensity.

Encouraged by his reaction, I continued my dance, my movements becoming more confident and bolder. I arched my back, pressing closer to him, feeling every inch of his body against mine. The intensity in his eyes sent a thrill through me, a heady mix of power and vulnerability.

I shifted my weight, my body moving in a slow, hypnotic rhythm. My hands roamed over his chest, down his arms, and back up again, each touch eliciting a shiver from him. I could see the conflict in his eyes, the struggle to maintain control.

I pulled back slightly, my hands trailing down to rest on his thighs. I moved with a slow, deliberate movement, my body undulating against him, teasing him with what was to come. His breath hitched, and I could see the effort it took for him to keep his hands from roaming freely.

I leaned in, my breath hot against his neck as I whispered

"Are you enjoying this?" I asked, my voice a seductive purr.

His only response was a sharp intake of breath, his eyes locking onto mine with an intensity that made my heart race. I leaned in closer, my lips just a whisper away from his, my hands sliding up his thighs. I could feel the tension in his body,

"Having trouble?" I whispered, my lips brushing against his ear. I meant to tease him but his response made me gasp again.

His hands moved to my hips,

!!!

An alarm went off in my head. His grip was firm yet hesitant, as if he was still trying to maintain control. I shifted my body, pressing closer to him, my movements slow and tantalizing. I could feel the heat between us, the way our bodies reacted to each other.

Then I got up from him, and continued to dance, my body moving in perfect rhythm with the music, my hands exploring every inch of him from all directions as I went around him.

His eyes never left me. I wasn't wearing much yet it felt like he was baring me with that gaze.

I stopped behind him, and hugged him from there, letting him feel my body while I moved my hands on him, opening his shirt. Then I let them go down. My face was right next to his as I had leaned over.

I felt his abs

My God!

They are so nicely toned! I bit my lower lip in a seductive manner.

I'm going to risk it. I moved and went to the front again and put a knee between his open legs, letting it go as far as it can.

I put my other leg over his thigh as I sat down one way, going further to tease him.

I went further down, my hands reaching his pants. His eyes never left mine, dark and filled with a desire that matched my own. The air was thick with tension, each moment stretching into eternity as I teased and tempted him.

I ran my fingers over his zipper

"There is something I want from you," I whispered

"What?" He asked softly

This is it

Now or never

"I want to know something." My hands went up, going to unbutton his pants.

Finally, unable to resist any longer, Hael's hands moved up my back, pulling me closer. I could feel his breath against my skin, his lips just a heartbeat away from mine. The anticipation was almost unbearable, the tension between us a palpable force.

"Hael," I called his name,

"Yes?" He replied ever so sweetly, making my heart skip a beat. For some reason both of us were breathing louder than normal and it wasn't just because of the dance.

I felt a fire inside of me

"Tell me," I looked into his gray eyes, the ones that have always drawn me in, "What do you feel about me?" Our lips were so close I felt a subtle brush of his skin when either of us spoke, "I want to know your feelings, all of them, when it comes to me. I want you to tell me clearly." There was this tingling sensation in my body and I looked down at his lips.

It was hard to resist. I straddled Hael's lap, our breaths mingling, bodies pressed close in the dim light. I gazed into Hael's eyes, lost in the depth of our connection

I let out a soft breath.

If I kiss him, how will he respond? If he kisses me back, can I take this as some sort of approval?

He didn't reply to my question immediately and that should be fine. But I was so turned on because of the mood I wanted him on me. I wanted to smash our lips together and make out.

I moved towards his mouth.

Whether he responds to my kiss or not, there is only one way to find out.

And that is to kiss him.

Right before our lips met a sudden flash of light outside the window caught my attention. The light was a peculiar shade of yellow, arcing upward from the forest in a jagged bolt. It was so unusual, so out of place, that for a moment I wondered if I was imagining it.

But for a moment, it lit up the dark environment outside.

A booming sound shattered the silence, reverberating through the room with such force that it startled us both. I felt Hael's body tense beneath me, his eyes widening in alarm.

"What was that?" I whispered, my voice trembling as both of us stared out the window.

Hael's expression shifted from surprise to concern as he gently moved me aside and stood up from the chair.

Wait, what?

Why is he moving away? He strode quickly to the window, pulling back the net curtains aside to peer outside. I followed, my heart pounding with a mix of anxiety and curiosity.

From the window, we could see the forest in the distance, its dark silhouette now marred by a strange, fading glow that soon vanished. The source of the yellow lightning seemed to have caused some sort of damage; the middle part of the forest was smoking, trees splintered and fallen in chaotic patterns.

"What happened?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.

Hael's eyes scanned the scene, "Looks like the prince has no plans to die yet." He smirked and I looked at him confused

"You think that's Lyal?" I furrowed my brows at him, recalling that he had left Lyal in the forest.

"Who else would it be?" He stared at the far forest, right in the center where the lightning had burned a clearing.

"What did he do?" I asked

"Oh, we'll find out soon enough." He turned to look at me, "I'm sure the King is going to summon me at any second now."

My eyes went wide

Any second now? But what about our thing! We had something going on! I put all my courage into this dance and I put my soul on the line to ask you that question.

To hell with you Lyal! You're always ruining my life!!

I moved towards Hael and took his hand in mine, startling him.

"What about us?" I stared at him and he turned his body to look at me, "I want an answer." I was desperate, "I asked you something."

...

His gaze dropped and I could tell he was thinking something. Then after a few seconds, his eyes came up and met mine again.

What is he going to say?