6 Brother

The next night I just wanted to sleep, but how to spite, I couldn't. Although I was very tired, I rolled over on the bed from side to side unable to sleep. At three o'clock I was sick of it. With a grimace of dissatisfaction on my face, I stood up, throwing back the covers.

If I can't sleep, maybe I'll go out and look for someone for the night? Good sex is pleasantly tiring, throws unnecessary thoughts out of your head, and can help with insomnia. And even if not, at least I'll have a little fun.

- Yes, it's a good idea. I'll find someone for quick sex, and not only will I relax but also get Vein out of my mind – I mumbled under my breath, simultaneously sighing deeply. I should have thought about it right away and done it. I only hope to find someone who would meet my expectations. Vein made my requirements soar upwards, and now I have legitimate concerns that I will already not find anyone else who would satisfy me and my fox so much.

Well, whoever does not try does not gain. And I will just try to stick to my old guidelines, which said that it is enough for the other person to look good and have some skills.

Eh, I regret having sex with Vein face to face. I've never indulged in anything like this before. I preferred not to look in the face or the eyes of my one-night adventures when they fucked me. But at that one moment when Vein was giving me such great pleasure, I couldn't think about it, what's more, the sight of his face full of delight and desire with sparkling, hungry eyes made me even more excited. And now that it was over, the sight haunted me like a jealous delusional psychopath...

I shook my head and my hair danced around me. Stupid thoughts wander to the wrong places.

Throwing memories out of my head, I took a quick shower.

With a slender hand with white skin that covers bones, I wiped the fogged mirror and smiled at my reflection. Even if I don't find anyone for tonight, at least I will have fun drinking and dancing with strangers, specifically fueling their desires and lusts to leave them with nothing but a longing stare at the end.

My eyes shined, and my smile turned infamous and delicately cunning. I ran my hand through my hair and went to get dressed.

Today, I chose the outfit with particular care to emphasize my slim and simultaneously agile figure. It consisted of tight and fitting, like a second skin, leather pants hanging low over the hips, and a tight, but not exaggerated, T-shirt made of semi-transparent material. It was perfect to stimulate the imagination of the viewers, giving them the opportunity, to see my body simultaneously sensually covering it and allowing the imagination to run wild.

Being ready, I put on my shoes and only took my wallet and phone with me before leaving my house.

This time, after thinking about it, I decided to choose a different club for my search than the one I was in recently and which was my permanent spot. After a while, I walked freely to the chosen place, relishing the delicate night coolness.

Fortunately, as a shapeshifter, I didn't feel cold, at least not until the temperature dropped to freezing or it wasn't negative. Although sometimes, when a particularly cold wind blew, I also felt it and had to dress better. It was the same in the case of winter, especially when there was snow on the ground.

After less than half an hour, I was in place. My apartment was located in the entertainment part of the city, so I had relatively close to most of the night spots. That's why I chose them.

When I entered the club, I was greeted by a dense atmosphere, a crowd of mostly sweaty bodies, and loud music. Right away, I headed toward the bar.

- Lian! What can I get you, Honey?

Alan cheerfully asked me, sending me a suggestive smile, saying that he was also on the menu. In response, I gave him a sensual look and then leaned towards him and stroked his cheek with my fingertips, whispering my order in his ear in a quiet and delicate voice.

- Gin and tonic, Darling – Having said that, I bit down on his earlobe, after which I pulled away.

I was pleased to notice that a slight flush appeared on the bartender's face overlapping his ears, and his scent was full of desire.

Ah, sometimes it's really good, and pleasant to tease with someone. It is very rewarding.

I didn't have to wait long when a tall frosted glass appeared in front of me with an alcoholic drink on top of which a lime slice was floating. With a smile on my face, I picked it up and took a sip. It was exceptionally well prepared with a perfect balance of flavors, the way I liked the most.

I narrowed my eyes and muttered quietly in approval, after which I licked my lips and looked through the eyelash curtain at Alan, who was staring at my mouth with sparkling eyes, and gulped down.

Good, the old tricks still work, it's reassuring. I don't know if it is because I'm a fox or because this is just my character, but I took great pleasure and joy from teasing others. I felt then like a child which got a great new toy. Moreover, I liked it as much as sex, if not more.

I drank my drink quickly and headed for the dance floor.

When I got there, I closed my eyes and started dancing to the rhythm of the music pulsating in my veins.

I swirled in the world of smells and sensations. Different hands reached for me, stroking my body. Unfortunately, I was completely unfazed against these men, neither of them suited me. There was something wrong with everyone, whether it was their smell, which irritated me strangely, or their figures, in which always something didn't suit me. It made my mood go downhill all the time, and I was overcome with dissatisfaction.

Stupid Vein! It's all his fault...

With a firm resolve to catch the first man who will not be so much irritating me with his scent, I walked over to the bar and ordered a glass of vodka. I drank it in one gulp, gracefully tilting my head and neck back, then returned to the dance floor.

At last, after a few more songs, I finally found someone who was reasonably bearable for me and my fox.

Our bodies danced close together, and our hands wandered, exploring unknown areas, checking them. From time to time, we rubbed together, suggestively teasing each other and stimulating our senses.

We didn't exchange too many words among ourselves, they were redundant. We both knew what we wanted, and we didn't need much time to find ourselves in the darkened corner of the club where an unknown man pressed me against the wall kissing my neck, which I arched to give him better access.

I closed my eyes, focusing on the sensations. I braided my hands into the man's short-cut brown hair. They were a bit rough, which does not entirely a suited me.

A quiet voice in my mind opposed my actions. He was dissatisfied that I was touching a stranger and that he was touching me. Efficiently and relatively quickly, I silenced this unbearable and stupid voice, cutting myself off from it.

When, together with the man I just met, we were about to move on to more specific activities, the mood destroyed my phone ringer. The slowly rising volume of the Tungevaag & Raaban ''Wolf'' song made my face grimace with dissatisfaction. With an angry grunt, I took my phone out of my pocket. I was not quite a supporter of this song, I preferred a bit harsher sounds, but its lyrics got to me, and the song itself suited my brother perfectly, that's why I set it as his ringtone.

I pushed away a man whose name I forgot, and I don't think I even knew it. There are important and more important things, and the family always comes first. With this thought, I walked away a bit further and picked up the phone.

- Lian... Is it true that you broke into Julius's company?

I sighed deeply, after which I spoke up.

- I'm glad to hear you too, brother. Maybe some hello, how are you at the beginning?

- Lian! This is a serious matter! He is looking for you now, or more specifically a person who hacked into his company's systems and stole confidential data, and then sent it to him demanding money for pointing out bugs and vulnerabilities in the firewall. I know it's your doing. No one else would be so reckless to do so.

- Hm... Firstly, there were no money demands, I only politely presented him with a business proposal supported by appropriate arguments, and secondly, as usual, you panic unnecessarily – I said nonchalantly, after which I frowned thoughtfully – How do you even know about this? You are not even here, and even if you were here, why would you know where to break in?

In response to my questions, I heard Calvin's grunt, which was his specific habit when he was confused or which he made when he preferred to avoid answering even when he knew he couldn't. After a while of silence, Calvin spoke in a soft voice wherein sounded feeling guilty.

- I asked my old pack to keep an eye on you... It's not that I want to control you, but I'm just worried. You're not as carefree as you want to pretend to be, but you still hold on to that image, and that's not healthy...

I rolled my eyes at his words.

- Calvin! I'm not a kid! I can take care of myself, and I know what is good for me and what is not! – I growled at him in irritation. I would never admit there was any truth in his words. Or that recently I was actually tired of my life and not enjoying it much. Even to myself, I didn't want to admit that recently I felt lonely and a bit exhausted by the life I was leading.

I sighed softly, combing my hand through my hair.

- I know, but... Lian, you have an unhealthy habit of being self-destructive. You always had it, and the older you got, the more it manifested and increased. Therefore, it's normal for me to worry about you, after all, I'm your brother.

And once again, Calvin is trying to make me feeling of guilty. He is the only person I have a soft spot for, but it's no wonder. After all, he's a family. Maybe not from blood bonds but by choice. And that makes his even more important.

During the conversation, I directed my steps to the exit, and after a while, I was in front of the club, where I was greeted by cool air. The sudden temperature change made a shiver run through my body, but it disappeared, after a while, as my body got used to the new surroundings.

Sighing deeply, I shook my head and rubbed my eyelids with my fingers for a moment, staring at the impenetrable darkness of the night and the barely visible stars whose light could not penetrate the artificial glow of the city. Then, I directed my steps back toward my apartment. The chance for quick and casual fun was gone, so I didn't see the point in staying in the club any longer. Especially since it was difficult enough for me to find the one person who met my minimum requirements, and I was in no mood to look for another one.

Calvin's voice snapped me out of my thoughts.

- Maybe you will come to me and Aliy for a while? You haven't met her yet, and we are all one family. By the way, you will rest and change the climate, and who knows, maybe you will like it with us, and you will want to stay longer or even permanently? I know you don't want to admit it, but I know you, and even though I can't see you, I feel you are tired of the life you lead...

Calvin paused for a moment, and when he heard no words from me, he resumed his monologue.

- Alia bakes really delicious cakes and cookies, and there is also a great bakery nearby that has an exceptionally interesting assortment and is inexpensive. I'm sure you would be delighted with the baked goods sold there. My mate also can't wait to meet you. She already recognizes you as her little brother and will be happy to pamper you. She can even bake your favorite sweets.

Ah, there's nothing like a big bad wolf tempting a poor little fox. And how is there to resist this sweet persuasion here? Especially when the other side is your stepbrother and knows your weaknesses. Really, who could resist it?

I chuckled softly, shaking my head. I entered the apartment, and after taking my shoes off, I sat down in my large and soft armchair in which I was drowning.

I ran my fingers through my hair, tilting my head back. For a moment I sat there in the dark, analyzing all the pros and cons of my brother's proposition, then shrugged at my mental conclusions, and I spoke up.

- Okay, I'll arrive. But only for a few days – I underlined the last sentences with a stronger voice so that my brother would not be under any illusions. Although, he will probably have them anyway. Most of the time, he was an incorrigible dreamer, sometimes even trying to make his loved ones happy by force. However, despite this sometimes annoying drawback, I could not be angry with him for long. Nobody could, that was his charm - everyone quickly forgave him.

For some time, we planned everything, agreeing on various details, and then we had free discussions about everything and nothing for a while longer and hang up after a half-hour of conversation.

At first, I wanted to wait at least one day before visiting Calvin and his mate, but I quickly succumbed to my brother's persuasion to make it happen tomorrow. We agreed to meet in the afternoon on the outskirts of the city from where I will be taken to the gate that was the transition to the Fae world, through which Calvin will guide me.

Fae was an interesting, diverse species of magical beings. They had many different races, each with its own characteristics which were not always apparent at first glance. Some Fae even had wings, not feathery or butterflies, but such in the style of a dragonfly. Although, of course, even in this case, their wings were different and individual for each individual.

Apart from that, although the Fae lived among other beings, they also had their own space, which was like a different world, to which you could go just through special passages. The Fae themselves also had other ways to travel between spaces that most only they and their mates knew. As far as I knew, even if you knew the location of the passage, it was most convenient to just have someone to guide you through it. At least the first time.

And that is why, despite the fact, that I could easily go to the Fae world by myself, simply by taking the bearing to the so-called gate and meeting Calvin on the spot, we decided that it will be more convenient when he leads me through it.

I got up from my armchair, stretched myself, and next plugged the phone into charging and started packing. I had already given up the idea of sleep tonight, especially since dawn was slowly approaching.

With a slight grimace of dissatisfaction, I tied my hair so that it would not bother me and took out two suitcases and a bag. I've always had a problem with packing. Not only have I never been able to choose what to take and what to leave in, including how much, so as not to take too much or too little, but also in addition to the basic things, I also had to pack my electronics. Or at least the most important things about it, including my specially modified laptop. For this, I will surely add a few books. Although I had a lot of them downloaded on my phone, laptop, and tablet, I loved their paper versions.

Eh, it promises to be not a very pleasant morning.

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