Their Secret Obsession (A Reverse Harem) by Pippa Moon novel Chapter 218

Lottie POV

Standing in the familiar surroundings of Astaroth's cathedral or church, whatever this place was, I turned to Knox and Kane, my mind racing with questions. This didn't feel right.

"We don't have a choice!" Sage reminded me that the Moon Goddess had really messed with Sage's head. I could feel how conflicted she was over the choice that had been unnecessarily laid at her feet.

"How exactly do you plan to trick Connie into thinking she's your mate?" I questioned, crossing my arms, feeling vulnerable and more than a little sceptical of this plan.

"She’s going to want to.." Swallowing the lump that formed in my throat, I nodded, knowing everyone understood.

"Have coitus? Fornicate? Bone? Go all the way? Have intercourse? Have relations? Do the deed?" Astaroth started to list off, his fingers twirling around the large beast's ear.

"Not helpful, asswipe." Knox moaned as I rolled my eyes.

"Oh, not clear enough? Ok, Sexual relations? Do the deed? Fuck? Make love? Mate? Screw?"

"Astaroth," Kane warned, his voice low and angry, which seemed to get the attention of Fluffy.

"Ah ok, oooh how about a good old game of hiding the sausage?" He grinned mischievously at me. And despite myself, I felt a smile slip across my lips.

"It's ok," I smiled, feeling somewhat lighter. Kane sighed, glancing at Knox before meeting my gaze.

"Charlotte, we've told you—we're not interested in that. Our bond with you is unbreakable." Knox nodded in agreement.

"Exactly. We're committed to you, Lottie. This is just a ruse to keep the old witch distracted and buy us some time." Knox winked as he stepped into me, his large arms cocooning me, his lips finding my neck to suck on my mate mark. "There is only one girl I want to play hide the sausage with." He added as he lifted to look into my wide eyes, a dirty smile licking the edges of his lips, that sent butterflies to my stomach instantly.

"I believe you both. I trust you, that isn't my question." I smiled, trying to brush off the feeling washing through me. The knot in my stomach wouldn't ease completely until I knew every detail.

Astaroth’s hellhound flickered into view as if summoned by my concern, it padded over its large head, forcing between a startled Knox and me to rub against me, its large body curling around me as its surprisingly soft fur tickled at my arms.

"Get your dog away from her." I heard Kane order, his voice laced with nervousness that was sweet but utterly unneeded.

"Shh, it's just saying hello." Astaroth grunted, a smile licking at my lips as I lowered my hand down to fuss behind its ears tenderly. I can't explain why, but its presence didn't scare me like it did Kane. I liked the beast. It reminded me of another large black creature I had recently tamed.

"That's because they come from the same litter." Astaroth announced, his words pulling a groan from my lips as I lifted my eyes to meet his red hues.

"What have I told you about delving into my thoughts?" I asked, arching a brow as the hellhound lay at my feet, his body so large that even when lying down his head rested comfortably on my stomach, those big dark eyes looking up at me.

"What is it doing?" I asked, running my fingers through its fluffy fur. "I see why you got your name, Fluffy." I offered with a soft chuckle.

"It recognises the pup you carry." Astaroth announced, without emotion.

"What?" I laughed, looking over at Astaroth, who had jumped down from the altar to come stand beside Knox, his arm resting on his shoulder.