CLAIMED ON ICE

THREE

Adrian stepped forward and swiftly caught Rowan in his arms before the other's head hit the floor.

Rowan's features were peaceful, lashes fanning over his slightly flushed cheeks as he laid motionless against him.

He clicked his tongue. “It seems the drugs worked faster than I expected.”

Behind him, his bodyguard spoke. “Are you sure this is what you want, sir?”

“If he finds out—”

Adrian shot him a look, cutting him off. “I don't need your input, James.”

He stood up, effortlessly gathering Rowan in his arms. “He has always belonged to me. I'm just taking what's mine.”

“Where's the car?”

James cleared his throat. “It's at the exit of the hotel. No one will see us leaving, sir.”

“The cameras have also been disabled,” he said, leading the way.

Adrian hummed and followed after him, occasionally glancing at the man in his arms.

Rowan hadn't stirred at all and the sight of him so relaxed made Adrian's lips curl slightly.

They reached the exit where a limousine was parked and James hurriedly ran forward to open the door.

Adrian calmly got in and adjusted, placing Rowan's head on his chest. The other made a small noise before settling again, making him chuckle.

“Aren't you adorable?”

He traced a finger over the curve of Rowan's cheeks, feeling the smooth skin. “Gorgeous.”

The car started driving away and Adrian lifted his head to look at the hotel. He clicked his tongue in disapproval. “Such a tacky location.”

His gaze focused back to Rowan and a slow smile spread on his lips. “The only good thing about tonight is that I have you.”

The ride to Adrian's penthouse took about fifteen minutes and apart from occasional sleepy sighs and murmurs, Rowan didn't wake up.

The limousine stopped in front of the lavish penthouse and without waiting a second longer, Adrian stepped out.

James was immediately by his side. “Sir, should I help you take him to—”

“No,” Adrian cut him off, barely sparing him a glance. “I can lift my alpha myself.”

The bodyguard wisely stepped back.

Without struggle, Adrian leaned and lifted Rowan into his arms. “Fire anyone who disturbs us.”

James bowed his head and watched as his boss walked inside. He glanced at the maids who were hovering nearby. “Don't you have anything better to do?”

They ran back and he rolled his eyes. “Gossips.”

The bedroom was large with monochrome walls and a king-sized bed in the center. It was spotless and looked barely lived in.

Adrian placed Rowan on the black satin sheets, before taking a step back to admire the alpha.

His body thrummed with anticipation as he trailed his gaze over Rowan's form. Raising a hand, he took off the scent patch at the back of his neck and soon enough, the scent of eucalyptus filled the room.

“That's better,” he murmured, eyes flashing purple. With precise movements, he took off his clothes, leaving him in only pants that did nothing to hide his hard-on.

At that moment, Rowan's eyes fluttered open. “What…” His eyes flashed blue, the scent of sandalwood filling the room and Adrian's eyes gleamed with satisfaction.

His plan had worked.

He leaned over the bed and kissed his forehead. “It's okay, sweetheart. I'm right here.”

Rowan didn't push him away. “A-Adrian? What are you…”

“Isn't it obvious?” Adrian murmured, straddling him. He softly kissed each of his eyelids, nose and cheeks before pulling back to stare into his eyes. “I'm going to help you with your rut.”

“M-My rut?” Rowan asked weakly, brows furrowed in confusion. “How…is that possible?”

“Just let me take care of you, sweetheart.”

Without waiting for a response, Adrian leaned in and kissed him.

It wasn't gentle, it was fierce and filled with passion that had grown from years of desire and want.

Adrian kissed Rowan like he wanted to devour him, licking into his mouth and tasting every corner with his tongue. The self-control that had for years crumbled like a pack of cards and he didn't care about that.

Rowan struggled at first, pushing at Adrian's chest but his hands were quickly pinned above his head.

The alpha's mouth tasted like wine and mint and Adrian kissed harder, thirsty for more while Rowan whimpered beneath him, finally surrendering.

The scent of eucalyptus and sandalwood intertwined, thick with rut and clinging the every corner of the room.

It was suffocating.

Finally, Adrian pulled back and his c**k hardened at the sight of the body beneath him.

Rowan's lips were swollen, cheeks flushed pink and brown eyes dilated with lust.

He looked utterly debauched and Adrian couldn't wait anymore.

“Fuck.” He began unbuttoning Rowan's shirt, exposing his muscular chest to the cold air.

“A… Adrian,” Rowan whimpered, throwing his head back. The scent of eucalyptus pressed against his senses, banishing any rational thought. “I…” He weakly tried to cover his chest.

Adrian didn't let him. “You don't get to hide from me, sweetheart.” He grabbed the alpha's hand and pinned it above his head.

Rowan stared up at him, eyes filled with lust and Adrian lost it again.

He leaned in and kissed the alpha once more, delivering a swift bite on his lower lip which he quickly soothed with his tongue when Rowan gasped.

Adrian pulled back, a satisfied gleam in his eyes. He grabbed Rowan's jaw, forcing their eyes to meet. “I've wanted you so badly,” he confessed.

“My award tonight is nothing compared to you,” he continued, tracing his thumb on Rowan's swollen lips.

Rowan gasped involuntarily, allowing Adrian's finger to slip into his mouth. He was past comprehending what he was doing and only wanted to quench the burning heat he was feeling.

“f**k,” Adrian cursed softly as Rowan's tongue swirled around his thumb. “I want to ruin you so badly.”

The alpha moaned in response, eyes falling close. “A… Adrian. I want…”

Adrian pulled his finger out, eyes tracing the saliva that clung to it. “What do you want?”

He pressed his knee between Rowan's legs, a flash of possessiveness crossing his features when the other arched to his touch with a gasp.

“Ahhh… I…”

Adrian rolled his knee once, keeping his gaze on Rowan's face. “Cat got your tongue, hm?”

He had a good mind to pin the weakened alpha to the mattress and f**k him till he couldn't walk but a sick part of him wanted to hear Rowan say he wanted it.

And he was patient about it.

Rowan's eyes shimmered with tears as he rolled against Adrian's knee, though the motion did nothing to ease the ache he was feeling.

Finally, he looked up and met Adrian's gaze. “Please, I… want you to touch me…”

Adrian's gaze darkened. “As you wish, sweetheart.”