rafayel is such an unexpected treat for the parentified daughters it's actually a little insane.
he has no expectations when it comes to you, no standards to live up to in his mind. in front of him there's no need to perform (and even if you did try to do that, he'd see right through your act). rafayel hates to see you being forced to pretend in front of anybody, but him especially â because how could he ever demand anything from you?
it's scary sometimes how observant he is. so deeply attuned to your emotions, he can sense the slightest of shifts in your mood, sometimes even before you spot them yourself. and yet, he is never obvious about it, never accusing. no "you're always complaining about something" or "god, here we go again". instead, adjusts his own words and actions accordingly to help you ease the discomfort, creating the perfect safe space to just simply feel, experience your emotions right through.
his masculinity is so soft, so gentle. it's nowhere near that "man of the house" mindset, there's not even a single display of weaponised incompetence from him. he cooks, he does chores, always goes just a little bit out for you to make every day special, all of it without you even considering to ask him. he enjoys the beauty of the mundane when you're right by his side, planning out meals together and making time on the weekend for the annual spring cleaning. there are always fresh cut flowers in each room and they're never the same type twice in a row. he has a skilled eye for beauty, you know that, but it seems to shine particularly bright whenever interior design is involved â regularly scrolls through your shared pinterest board to see what else you two can do to make it a little more you.
he never makes you feel like you're too much. to rafayel, you could never possibly be a burden of any kind â he views you as the most precious part of his day and he's always elated to see you, talk to you, touch you. in fact, he encourages you to "bother" him even more, making sure you become more and more comfortable with saying anything that could come to your mind, no matter how upsetting, bittersweet or silly. you need a solution? he's already pulling up a powerpoint presentation on how to solve the problem at hand. need someone to listen? he's sitting you down at the kitchen counter, bringing out pots and pans to cook your favorite dinner while you sip on the drink he prepared for you in the meantime.Â
he absolutely adores it when you tell him what you need and want. his heart would break in two if he ever saw you hesitate before asking him for something, anything at all. with him there's no "wrong moment" to blurt out that you can't find one of your earrings or accidentally broke a vase propped up on his bathroom sink or that it's been half an hour already and he promised he'd go on a walk with you after that time. Â
rafayel basks in the feeling of you caring for him but he doesn't need you to take care of him. with rafayel, you just sort of co-manage, in both cases. part of you stays within, another part goes to him and vice versa. it's an energy exchange. it's almost as if he's saying "on your own, you're whole, but that doesn't mean that together we're not whole too". rafayel knows you can take care of yourself just fine. he's just joining you in this effort.
with him, you are never invisible. your words are always heard, always processed and remembered. every little change in your appearance, new hobbies and passions, noted dutifully. not a single part of your existence is ever taken for granted. he is always thankful for your presence. you feel as though he compliments you perfectly, admiring your toughness and rationality one day, then sharing his own words of wisdom the next day, as he cradles your face in his hands, fingertips brushing over your cheeks.
rafayel loves learning new things with you, loves to fail alongside you and then try again. in his mind, there's no such thing as perfection and everything fluctuates in time. he's grateful for what is now and excited about what's to come. he helps you realise that ideal harmony is barely a figment of someone's twisted imagination and that anything can be harmonious if you put your mind to it.
the way he speaks directly to your inner child makes your soul do cartwheels. around rafayel you don't need to be serious or practical, constantly watching over someone else's responsibilities. he helps you treasure yourself more, give yourself credit, appreciation, love.
he will die before he ever lets you believe that you love him any more than he loves you. in fact, he will go out of his way to make you see how deep and unwavering the devotion that's nestled deep inside his heart is. there is never any action of his that could make you question his feelings toward you. he will never fail to choose you first. his girl, his beloved, so relentless it makes your breath hitch.Â
rafayel sees you, all of you, all the previous versions and the ones that will come. he does so with ease, like it's the most natural thing in the world to him. and maybe it is, because with just how steadily he cares for you, you feel as though it could've never been any other way.
Elysium pretty much confirms what a lot of us have suspected about Sylus' official age â it's just a random number he picked out for himself. Not his true age.
Just think about it and you'll see what I mean about it not making sense.
So according to his profile, Sylus is 28 years old in 2048.
The N109 Zone gang wars took place in 2036, ie 12 years earlier. Which would make him 16 years old at the time.
Do you guys see what I'm getting at?
Are we supposed to believe that Sylus was 16 or younger in his anecdote?
Are you deadass telling me to buy for even a second that Sylus was hunting down intergalactic overlords for sport, conquering entire planets, and cementing his reputation as the most feared and wanted man in the history of an entire civilisation before legal drinking age? Before he'd be eligible to get a driver's license?
Are you expecting me to buy that this
or this
is basically a high-schooler??? A literal child???
Nah. I'm willing to suspend my disbelief on a lot of stuff but this?
Absolutely not.
Sylus is not 28.
Tbh though I never believed he was. I thought it was just a number he picked for the sake of creating an identity. Someone pointed out in a comment to one of my posts that it might actually be a reference to how old he'd be in dragon years rather than in human years, and I like that theory. Honestly, I've always figured that Sylus was not reincarnated or reborn, but rather resurrected/reassembledâthe scar on his chest, as well as the fact that he retains all his memories of the past unlike MC or Zayne, strongly hint towards that being the case imo. So I think he's most likely been a fully grown adult for decades, at least, depending on when exactly his resurrection/reassembling took place.
Man, I need more Sylus lore... I need more info on his planet conquering days, his prison escape, the timeline of his first stay in the Oasis etc.
Another huge piece of supporting evidence here is actually Xavier's timeline and the fact that Sylus is Xavier's foil (knight/dragon, light/dark, police/outlaw, etc). The foils tend to have similar timelines to each other. Like Xavier, Sylus traveled back to Earth from a future Philos and has maintained one continuous lifespan and set of memories. Imo there's really no other way to interpret what we've been presented with.
Likewise, Zayne and Caleb are foils and both had regular human childhoods since MC met them during that time.
With Raf it's still unclear--he seems to reincarnate, since MC meets him when he's a boy in two different lives, but maintains awareness of his Lemurian identity. I'm hoping the 6th LI will shed some light there too.
Imo, the ages listed for Xavier, Sylus, and Rafayel are just "vibes" for the meta romance tropes, like, "how old do you want your boyfriend to be" for the main target audience. Even for Zayne and Caleb, it's not clear what year/month their age is referring to, and there's evidence that Caleb's exact age isn't even known since his experiment record lists him as 9-10 just like MC was listed as 7-8.
For Sylus specifically, given the way that Infold likes to twist the knife, I think the most likely explanation for after Beyond Cloudfall is that it took time for Sylus's energy to re-collect (since we see him dissolve into and out of mist in his current form) and by the time he could manifest in Philos again, Sorceress MC was already dead/gone.
Which is, in fact, what I went with for my Sylus POV prequel fic đ because I also needed more space pirating and cosmic pining. It's not canon, ofc, but it's as canon-compatible as I can make it based on what we have access to now, and I tried to pull on the same tropes and relationship beats that Infold tends to reach for. So if you're hungry for more, you'll probably enjoy it.
Thank you for adding onto this! These are all great points, and I think you're absolutely correct!
Ouuugh I can see your theory about Sylus' being true ;-: our poor dragon </3 I swear this game will put me in an early grave my heart can't take much more emotional damage
I'll be sure to check out your fic!! I'm always eager to devour more Sylus content â¸(ď˝ĄË áľ Ë )â¸âĄ
Sylus, who doesn't just call you kitten from the start, but also treats you like one. He can't help it. Not when you remind him exactly of a fierce, scraggly stray kitten, hissing and arching its back at him whenever he comes close.
After coming to understand how uncomfortable you felt around him, he decided to adopt a different approach to getting close with you. A less forceful approach- a plan you didn't realise was implemented even when you were finally pliant and comfortable around him like a relaxed fat cat.
He had to coax you, silently and gently encourage you to put away your claws and start trusting him.
When you were at the base and basically sticking to the opposite side of the room as him as if you were glued there, sometimes he'd pretend to be deeply curious about something in front of him, such as a book or artefact, and pretend to pour over it as he clicked his tongue softly.
As expected, and just like a cat, the sound would catch your attention, and when you realised he wasn't making the sound to gain your attention but just casually clicking his tongue because he was interested in something else, you would slowly approach with a little furrow in your brow. He tried not to laugh as you took slow steps around the edge of the room to come closer, you yourself pretending to be interested in other books and things to seem as if you just casually ended up near him, meanwhile you had been eyeing him from the corner of your eye the whole time, little interest in anything else.
Treats. You hadn't though deeply about why Sylus' pantries were stocked with your favourite snacks. After a few visits to his home, you would naturally make your way to the kitchen to grab your favourite treats without a care in the world, happily munching them like a stray cat that had been lured over by temptation.
At the base, you would also be able to find your favourite toys (the cool guns in his armoury) and your favourite games, such as kitty cards. The blankets and pillows in the guest room you stayed in were all made of your favourite soft material, so expensive it felt like sleeping on a cloud. Sylus even tried spraying his cologne in certain areas of the house so you would become accustomed to his scent.
When in his home, Sylus would make sure to give you plenty of alone time while still ensuring you were aware of his presence, so as not to intimidate you but also to make sure you knew he was around if you wanted to approach him.
And you did, sometimes peeping over his shoulder like a curious cat to see what he was doing. Or sitting on the kitchen counter watching him as he cooked. The distance slowly closed before you even realised it. But he knew, and he was torn between smugness and the happy trilling in his heart.
You remained blissfully ignorant as the comforts around you grew. You naturally relaxed into your surroundings and his presence, not even noticing Sylus had planned it this way from the start.
Even now, he watches you- in your own small home this time- lounging on a fluffy, pink bean bag situated in a spot of the living area that catches the sun's soft glows through the window, and can't help but liken you to a cat. Especially when the sun moves through the sky and your eyes crack open, an unhappy frown creasing the top of your nose because you are now in a shady spot and even with a blanket covering you, that will just not do.
He watches you stretch languidly, yawning, before dragging the bean bag to a new patch of sun and once again settling on it, falling into a comfortable nap once more.
He's come from the kitchen, and he approaches you to place a warm cup of tea beside you quietly. One of your eyes peek open to take him in.
"Sylussss," you whine sleepily, rolling onto your back. He squats in front of you and rubs the top of your head.
"Mm?"
You don't say anything else, just falling back into slumber, but he smiles and continues to pat your head. It's something he does often, and he wonders if you even realise that you've come to always expect these head pats, bouncing up to him when you're proud of something you've done and want his praise, waiting for his warm hand to tell you you did well.
Or when the two of you are just relaxing together, sometimes he'll scratch beneath your chin and you'll preen, lips twisting up in contentment and enjoyment, eyes falling shut as you lean toward him for more. You may as well have purred and rubbed against him in silent askance for more.
Of course, if you became aware of the fact he was treating you like a cat, you would start pretending to not like these small affections, so Sylus keeps quiet with his teasing.
Although, he thinks of how cute you'd be, turning away with a pout after discovering he had been treating you like a pet. He could almost see an imaginary tail flicking irritably. Maybe you'd even growl unhappily.
Sylus looks like the type to fuck roughâhis sharp red eyes, the way he carries himself, the way his hands are always firm, always in control. Anyone would think heâd bend you over and take what he wants without a second thought. And maybe he could. Maybe he wants to. But when he finally gets you under him, spread out and aching for his cock, heâs slow.
Careful. His hands trace over your body like heâs memorizing you, like youâre something precious. He doesnât slam into your pussy like you expected. He sinks in inch by inch, watching your face, feeling the way you tighten around him.
He presses his lips to your neck, whispering soft things, his fingers sliding down to rub your clit in slow, teasing circles. Even when you beg him to go harder, to fuck you like you know he can, he just chuckles, shakes his head, and kisses you deeper. Because itâs never just about getting off for himâitâs about feeling you, having you, making you come apart under him until thereâs nothing left but his name on your lips.
Tags: yandere!sylus, sylus x fem!reader, noncon, dubcon, drugging, kidnapping, tw vomit, sharp objects, forced breeding, forced pregnancy, drugged reader, stalking, pet names like kitten, sweetie, ownership, Xavier appears for a bit
AN: Hi all! Im SOO excited to be writing this. Its refreshing to add to the lack of yandere fics for the boys! Iâm unsure if I will make this multi chaptered but if thereâs enough demand I wonât want to disappoint! PLEASE read the tags. This is not for everyone, and if your sensitive to the topics that show up then I would advise skipping this story because I did not hold back and it only gets worse from here! (*^ âż <*)âĄ
Edit: If you're coming back to reread this and notice chapter one is different, no you aren't crazy! Its been completely rewritten with more dialogue and more scenes. Its also longer! Enjoy :)
"Good girl, keep chewing. Don't bite your tongue"
All you could mutter was a moan, unable to think straight in your drug hazed state. You managed to swallow. All you felt was warm heat radiating off of slightly pale flesh. You blushed and planted your face in his neck. Sylus put the spoon down, amused by your affection. Getting up from the sofa in the room, he laid you down on his bed.
He began unbuckling his belt.
Read part 2, pt 3
You press your finger to the scanner outside your apartment door, the faint blue glow lighting up your fingerprint as it recognizes you. With a soft click, the lock disengages. A wide grin spreads across your face as you step inside, the day replaying in your head. Xavier. Xavier, of all people. You can hardly believe it. His sudden confession still rings in your ears, sending an excited shiver down your spine.
You hadnât expected it at all. The night had started so normally. Xavier had asked you to accompany him on a late night food run, the air between you light and filled with that easy camaraderie youâd always shared. And then, without warning, heâd looked at you, really looked at you, and the words had tumbled out, almost like he couldnât hold them back anymore.
âI like you,â heâd said, his voice steady but his eyes betraying a hint of nervousness. âIâŚI think I have for a while now. And I justâŚI thought you should know. I don't want to pretend to be just your friend anymore.â
For a moment, youâd been too stunned to respond, your brain short-circuiting as you tried to process what heâd just said. Xavier, the man whoâd haunted your thoughts ever since you had joined UNICORNS, who youâd convinced yourself could never see you as more than a friend, had just confessed he liked you. It had felt surreal, like something out of a dream.
When youâd finally found your voice, youâd stammered out some kind of nervous response, your cheeks burning as you tried to keep your composure. But heâd just smiled, that small grin that always made your heart skip a beat, and youâd known he understood. The rest of the night had passed in a blur, his confession playing over and over in your mind.
His ash-blond hair, always well maintained, and those piercing blue eyes that always seemed to look straight through youâtheyâd haunted your thoughts for so long. And now, finally, after so much time agonizing over whether he felt the same, heâd just come out and said it. He likes me too.
You close the door behind you, leaning against it for a moment as your heart does a little flip. You want to scream, to laugh, to dance around your apartment. But first things first. You untie your shoes, fumbling slightly as youâre distracted by the memory of his smile, that faint blush on his cheeks when he spoke. But just as youâre about to pull the second shoe off, a sound stops you cold. A creak, faint but unmistakable, comes from somewhere in the corner of your apartment.
Your breath catches. You straighten up slowly, heart already starting to pound. Itâs nothing. Probably just the building settling, you tell yourself. Donât be paranoid. You take a deep breath and focus on your shoes again, setting them neatly by the door. But the moment you step into the kitchen, the unease creeps back in. The silence feels too heavy, pressing against your ears.
You grab a glass from the cabinet, pouring juice into it with trembling hands. The cool liquid against your lips does little to soothe your nerves. You take another sip, trying to shake off the tension, but then you hear it. Shuffling. Faint, deliberate, coming from your bedroom. This time, thereâs no mistaking it.
The glass nearly slips from your hand as your body goes rigid. Your mind races. Someoneâs in the apartment. Someoneâs in the apartment. The thought hits you like ice water. Adrenaline surges through your veins, and you feel every beat of your heart like a drum against your ribs.
You glance around, eyes darting to the couch. You know whatâs there. Your hand dips under the cushions, fingers wrapping around the cold, solid grip of your pistol. Itâs not the first time youâve been on edge living alone, but itâs the first time itâs felt like more than paranoia.
Gun in hand, you move silently toward the bedroom, each step deliberate, your breaths shallow. Donât panic, you tell yourself. If thereâs someone there, youâre ready. But no amount of mental preparation can stop the trembling in your legs as you approach the slightly ajar bedroom door. You push it open slowly, every nerve screaming, every muscle taut. With one swift movement, you dart into the room, gun raised, finger hovering over the trigger.
Nothing.
The room is empty. The bed, the corners, the shadowsâall unoccupied. Only your large collection of plushies stare back at you. You lower the gun slightly, a nervous laugh bubbling up in your throat. God, youâre such an idiot. Scaring yourself over nothing.
Still, you canât shake the feeling of being watched. You check the closet, under the bed. Nothing. Your shoulders relax a fraction. Okay. Fine. False alarm. You reach for your phone, instinctively wanting to text Xavier. But your hand comes up empty. Right. Left it in the kitchen.
You sigh and head back toward the kitchen, rolling your eyes at yourself. Paranoid. Just paranoid. But before you make it two steps out of the bedroom, arms wrap around you from behind, pulling you off your feet.
You scream, thrashing wildly, but the grip on you is unyielding. Panic floods every corner of your mind as you manage to kick backward, your heel connecting with a solid shin. A grunt of pain follows, and the arms loosen just enough for you to twist partially around, only to see another figureâa second assailantâmoving toward you.
âIdiot! Boss said gently! Gently!â one of them hisses, his voice muffled and harsh.
âSheâs fighting too much for gentle!â the other snaps. Youâre screaming now, kicking and clawing, desperate to get free. But theyâre too strong, their weight pressing down on you as youâre forced to the ground. You can barely breathe, the pressure on your chest crushing.
Your vision blurs as tears sting your eyes. Desperation claws at your throat. No. This canât be happening. Fight. Keep fighting. But the second figure pulls something from his pocket, a white cloth, and your stomach drops. You know whatâs coming.
âNow, now, miss,â he says, his voice mockingly soothing. âNo need to make this harder than it has to be. This will all be over soon.â
You twist your head, trying to bite, to scream, anything to stop him. But the cloth is pressed over your mouth and nose. A sickly-sweet smell fills your senses, burning your throat and nose as you try to hold your breath. Your body bucks and writhes, every instinct screaming for oxygen, but the fight is draining out of you.
Your limbs grow heavy, your vision darkening around the edges. No. Not like this. Not like this. Xavier⌠His name flashes through your mind, a beacon of warmth in the suffocating cold. You try to hold onto it, to him, but itâs slipping away, drowning in the black void swallowing you whole.
The last thing you see is the gleaming black beaks of two bird-like masks staring down at you, swirling together in your vision until your ultimately consumed into darkness.
Sylus was not a man who entertained the idea of relationships. Such luxuries were foreign to him, out of reach for someone whose life was dictated by danger and unrelenting speed. Relationships required trust and timeâtwo things Sylus had no room for. More importantly, they required vulnerability. And vulnerability in his world was a weakness that could and would be exploited.
Even if he allowed himself to care for someone, he knew the inevitable result. Theyâd become a target, a pawn in the high-stakes game he played daily. Snatched, ransomed, used, discarded. It was a cruel, predictable pattern. So, Sylus lived without attachments, surrounded by layers of calculated isolation.
The closest things he had to "trust" were Luke and Kieran, his most loyal henchmen. Their loyalty was borne of utility and mutually assured survival. And then there was Mephisto. The crow was his creation, a mechanical marvel with sharp instincts and unwavering obedience. Mephisto wasnât just a toolâhe was an extension of Sylus himself, flawless in execution and incapable of deceit. The birdâs artificial intelligence made him a reliable companion, though Mephistoâs disdain for being called a âpetâ often brought a faint smirk to Sylusâs lips.
But even surrounded by this curated circle of functionality, there were moments when the solitude gnawed at Sylus. A faint, unspoken yearning that he buried deep. He didnât have the luxury to dwell on itâŚuntil the day Mephistoâs surveillance captured something that unexpectedly caught his eye.
A man that had sold him a subpar protocore was hiding from him. Sylus had known from the start but sometimes he liked to play little games with his prey. He wanted to see if the man actually had the guts to lie to the leader of Onychinus. And lo and behold. Sylus could barely hold back a grin when shaking the man's hand to seal the deal, who was wistfully unaware of the torment to come his way in the next few days.
Sometimes, watching prey squirm before the inevitable reckoning brought a kind of satisfaction. This man would learn, as all his enemies did, that Sylus always collected his debtsâŚand always in blood.
Mephisto tracked the target effortlessly, his mechanical eyes capturing every movement, every desperate attempt to evade Sylusâs reach. The feed was sharp, clinical, until something unexpected happened. The dealer collided with someone in the crowded streets of Linkon, sending their belongings scattering. She was extremely apologetic, helping pick up the scattered belongings he had dropped.
Sylusâs attention was immediately drawn to the woman the dealer had bumped into. She crouched swiftly, apologizing as she helped gather the scattered items. Her gestures were quick but deliberate, her expression earnest as she returned the belongings. The dealer sneered at her, grumbling something vulgar before storming off, but Sylus didnât care about him anymore.
His eyes were locked on her.
This feeling.
Someone like her wouldn't have caught his attention normally. Simple clothes...a uniform? But there was somethingâŚsomething in the way she carried herself, in the way her lips quirked in a self-conscious smile after the encounter. Sylus couldnât place the feeling that stirred within him, but it was foreign and intrusive, like a fragment of a dream he couldnât quite recall.
But what he did know how to do, was gather information. He quickly directed Mephisto to follow his new "target".
âMephisto,â he said softly, his voice cutting through the still air of his office. âFollow her.â
He would deal with that man later. This girl, this random, insignificant girl had caught his attention. And he would figure out why. He was very good at problem solving. This issue would be over soon. She was just another average Linkon citizen after all, she couldn't be that interesting. He would get bored soon.
The bird shifted focus immediately, trailing the woman with silent precision. Sylus leaned forward, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized her every move. She walked with purpose, her steps quick but not hurried. There was an air of quiet determination about her that intrigued him.
He noted the uniform she was wearing once again, the puzzle pieces clicking in his head she approached a tall window filled building.
âZoom in,â he murmured, his gaze locked on the insignia that gleamed faintly on her chest. The image sharpened, revealing the badge she had on her chest. Of course. She's apart of the infamous Hunter's Association.
With a few deft commands, Sylus accessed the Associationâs data streams, pulling her name from the badge and cross-referencing it with everything he could find. The information flowed like water: her name, her division, her recent assignments. She was relatively new but already distinguished, working with one of the Associationâs top teams. Impressive. Too impressive to be ordinary.
He couldnât send Mephisto into the building, but it didnât matter. He entertained himself by combing through her digital footprint, piecing together the puzzle of her life. Medical records, former addresses, archived conversationsâŚhe devoured it all. And yet, the more he learned, the more questions arose.
Mephisto signaled to him that she had left the building and he promptly turned his attention to his camera again. She walked out with a slightly bubbly, shorter haired girl. The pair were deeply engrossed in conversation before an ashy blonde fellow joined them and touched the girls arm.
âAnd this is...?â he muttered, his tone sharper than before. Mephisto, as if sensing the shift in his creator's mood, zoomed in on the man. Sylus studied the new arrivalâs features: lean build, soft blue eyes, a demeanor that radiated comfort. It made Sylusâs skin crawl.
The trio parted ways with the shorter woman, and Sylusâs unease deepened as the man and the girl continued walking together. Their interactions were light, naturalâŚintimate in a way that Sylus found intolerable. She laughed at something the man said, her hand brushing his shoulder briefly, and Sylus felt his stomach churn.
Were they going in the same direction?
This was once confirmed once they both got off at the same stop, walking the same path towards a set of shiny apartment buildings.
Sylus felt his jaw tighten. He wasn't sure why but seeing her this close to this soft gazed man was eliciting dangerous urges in him. The pair both went up the stairs, and out of his view.
It didn't matter. He would find your apartment number with ease. Even if it meant having Mephisto perched on the same tree branch for days. Sylus questioned his sanity for just a bit. Was he really getting this worked up over a woman he had simply happened to glance at? He closed his eyes before chuckling.
Yeah. This wasn't normal, no. But nothing about Sylus was ever normal anyways. Why would this be any different?
And so the following weeks were spent on nothing but you. He'd eventually mustered the courage to see you in person (at a distance of course) and watch you a few feet away. Your voice was even more beautiful in person. And the sounds you would make when trying new sweets elicited very...intense reactions in his lower groin. He watched you and your female coworker eating sweets at a bakery. You moaned in delight as you chewed a frosting covered pastry, a bit of the white frosting dribbling down your chin. You and your friend giggled as you wiped it up, all the while Sylus felt like he was about to burst in public.
How could a scene so innocent get him going so much?
"Oh! I have to go! I have a hair appointment! Bye Tara!"
You hurriedly hugged the girl before licking your fingers and sprinting off. Sylus quickly and quietly followed behind.
Eventually, Sylus found his way into your apartment during the hours he knew you were away on missions. It wasnât to do anything overtly invasiveâat least, thatâs what he told himself. He simply wanted to get a more personal look into your life, to see the pieces of you that werenât on display in the digital world. Yet, that resolve didnât stop him from letting his fingers graze over your clothes as he rummaged through your wardrobe.
Your taste was exactly as heâd imagined from the fragments heâd seen on your socials: practical, yet tinged with understated personality. It spoke of someone who balanced strength and beauty effortlessly. Sylus made mental notes of everything before meticulously putting it all back, ensuring not a single trace of his presence remained. Still, he wasnât blind to the toll it was taking on him. The more he thought about you, the more he allowed himself these stolen glimpses, the deeper his longing grew.
But reality loomed over him like a dark cloud. Courting you in any traditional sense was an impossibility. It was far too dangerous. The moment word spread that Sylus, leader of Onychinus, had someone he cared aboutâand someone with an Aether Core, no lessâit would spell doom. Youâd be taken, tortured, used against him, perhaps even killed. He couldnât let that happen. The thought alone was enough to send a shiver of fury and fear down his spine.
And yet, your Aether Core only deepened his fascination. It felt like destiny, a sign that you were meant to be intertwined. Two halves, separated only by circumstance, waiting to be connected. Was it fate, or mere delusion? Sylus didnât care anymore. He would have you. He had to. Even if it took drastic measures.
You would remain oblivious to his plans until the time was right. That was the strategy. Yet, fate had a way of undermining even the most meticulous schemes.
It happened at a grocery store. Heâd let himself get too close, drawn by the magnetic pull of your presence. Standing among the frozen foods, his gaze lingered a moment too long. When you turned, catching sight of him, his heart leapt into his throat. He quickly averted his eyes, feigning interest in the nearest shelf. But it was too late.
âAre you following me?â you asked, your tone sharp, yet your eyes betraying curiosity as they flicked over him.
Sylus laughed, a calculated, disarming sound. âIâm merely going in the same direction,â he said, his voice calm and smooth. âI suppose thatâs all it takes to catch a stalking charge these days?â
You blinked, caught off guard by his tone, and then a sheepish smile broke across your face. âAh, sorry⌠I guess Iâm just a little jumpy lately.â You laughed lightly and extended your hand. âIâmâŚâ
I already know your name, he thought, but he swallowed the urge to say it. Instead, he grasped your hand briefly, his composure betraying none of the fire that sparked at your touch.
âSylus,â he said simply, the word leaving his lips like a prayer. Your touch felt electric, almost painfully vivid against the chill of the freezer aisle.
âWell, Mr. Stalker, Iâll let you off the hook this time,â you joked lightly, bowing your head apologetically. âHave a good day.â
And just like that, you were gone, your cart rattling as you pushed it down the aisle. Sylusâs hand hovered for a moment, half-reaching toward you before he clenched it into a fist. He didnât want you to leave. Not yet. Not ever.
But this wasnât the time. He reminded himself of the preparations still unfinished. Soundproofing, enhanced security measures, tools. Every piece of the plan needed to be perfect before he could make his move.
Unfortunately, time seemed intent on working against him.
One night, while keeping Mephisto stationed at a distance to monitor your apartment, Sylus saw something that sent a fresh wave of rage through him. You descended the stairs with the ash-blond man from beforeâXavier. The pair stopped to chat, their body language familiar, intimate. Immediately, Sylusâs jaw tightened, and he barked an order to Mephisto.
âZoom in.â
The feed tightened, the grainy image sharpening. He could see the faint smile on Xavierâs face as he spoke to you.
âShouldnât you be asleep at this time? Why are we getting food now?â you asked, tilting your head slightly.
Xavier shrugged, his expression casual. âDidnât get to eat today. Besides, I know you didnât either. Makes sense to go together, right?â
Sylusâs stomach churned as he watched you laugh softly and adjust the zipper on your jacket. He could practically feel his pupils dilating as he watched the metal of the zipper run over the soft tissue of your breasts, covering them completely out of view.
âYes, butâŚwhat did you want to tell me? Surely you donât need to drag me all the way to a convenience store just for that,â you teased lightly.
âTwo stops,â Xavier replied. âFood, and then the park. Then Iâll tell you. Deal?â
You sighed, a small smile tugging at your lips. âAlways so mysterious,â you said.
Sylusâs mind raced. He wasnât a fool; he knew what this was. A ploy. A ploy to get you alone, to plant some foolish idea of romance in your head. The thought of Xavier touching you, of drawing you closer, ignited something feral inside Sylus.
He clenched his fist, his gaze hardening. Enough.
âLuke. Kieran,â he called, his voice cold and commanding as he stood and reached for his coat. âPrepare the items I requested. Itâs time.â
Your heart pounds violently in your chest, the sound roaring in your ears as you jolt awake. Your head feels like itâs been split in two, the throbbing pain making it impossible to think clearly. Colors and shapes swirl chaotically behind your eyelids, the remnants of a dream that slips further away the harder you try to grasp it. Groaning in pain, you turn your head slightly, every movement sending shockwaves through your stiff muscles.
âTylenol,â you mutter weakly, your voice barely audible and raw. Your tongue feels heavy in your mouth, and your throat is dry. The thought of the medicineânormally stashed in your bathroomâpulls you into action. You push yourself to sit up, the sheets tangled around you. Your limbs feel sluggish, your coordination off, but you manage to shuffle toward the edge of the bed. As you stretch out a hand to steady yourself, your fingers collide with somethingâŚcold. And fleshy.
âWasnât expecting you to be so handsy so soon, sweetie,â a deep voice says, smooth and laced with teasing amusement.
Your breath catches in your throat. A scream bursts from you as you jerk away instinctively, the adrenaline coursing through your veins propelling you off the bed. You crash to the floor, the sharp pain of the impact radiating through your hip and shoulder. Dazed, you try to crawl backward, your hands scrabbling against the smooth, cold surface of the floor.
Before you can get far, strong hands wrap around your arms, lifting you effortlessly as if you weigh nothing. You thrash against the grip, your instincts screaming at you to fight, to escape.
âHey, calm down, honey. Youâre going to hurt yourself,â the voice says again, calm and steady, but thereâs an edge of command beneath the surface that makes your skin crawl.
âNo! Stop! Let me go! Get out of my apartment!â you cry out, your voice breaking as your vision blurs with tears. You blink furiously, desperate to clear your eyes, desperate to see whoâs holding you. Slowly, your surroundings begin to come into focus, and what you see makes your stomach twist with dread.
This isnât your apartment.
The walls are black, their sleek surface reflecting the faint glow of the dim lights overhead. Heavy drapes hang from tall windows, blocking out any view of the outside world. Modern and sleek decor adorns the room: dark, ornate furniture with intricate carvings, sharp angles, and cold surfaces. The air smells faintly of something rich and unfamiliar, like expensive leather and faint traces of cologne. Everything about the space radiates power, wealth, and menace, a stark difference to your cozy and simple decor at home.
The arms around you loosen, and youâre placed carefully back on your feet. You stumble, pressing yourself instinctively against the nearest wall as you turn to face the man whoâd spoken.
Heâs very tall, his figure casting an imposing shadow in the low light. His sharp features are striking, almost too perfect, giving him an air of something inhuman. White hair with grey undertones falls just above his ears, framing a face thatâs both elegant and cruel in its beauty. His eyesâŚtheyâre the worst part. Piercing and a crimson red, they seem to see through you, like a predator sizing up its prey.
âW-who the hell are you?â you demand, your voice trembling despite your best efforts to sound strong. Fear claws at your chest, making your breathing shallow and quick.
He tilts his head slightly, his gaze never leaving yours. âSylus,â he says simply, as if that single word answers everything. His voice is low, smooth, and unhurried, each syllable dripping with confidence.
âWhere am I?! Where am I??â
Sylus takes a measured step closer, and you press harder against the wall, your palms flat against its cool surface. He notices your reaction but doesnât stop. If anything, his smirk widens slightly, his amusement barely concealed.
âYouâve had a rough night,â he says, his tone almost soothing. âYou should sit down before you hurt yourself again.â
You shake your head frantically, your heart hammering against your ribs. âNo. Iâm not sitting down. I donât even know where I am or why youâreâŚâ You trail off, your eyes darting around the room, desperately trying to piece together some explanation. The ornate furniture, the oppressive darkness, the sheer opulence of the space⌠none of it makes sense. Finally, you force the words out: âThis is your place, isnât it?â
Sylus nods, his expression unreadable. âYou catch on quickly.â
âWhy am I here?â you repeat, your voice rising as panic floods your senses. The weight of your fear feels suffocating, pressing down on you with every passing second.
His smirk grows sharper, a glint of something dangerous flickering in his eyes. âBecause you belong here sweetie.â
His words hit you like a blow, the weight of them sending another wave of terror through you. Your mind races, searching desperately for a way out, for some chance to escape. But Sylus doesnât move, his dark gaze fixed on you like a predator savoring the moment before the kill.
Youâre trapped, and every instinct in your body screams for you to run, even as you realize thereâs nowhere to go.
Then it all comes flooding back. The grocery store. The sharp, piercing eyes that seemed to linger too long. The white hair framing a face you couldnât have possibly forgot. Your heart sinks as you connect the dots.
âItâs you,â you whisper, your voice trembling. âYou were there, at the grocery store.â
Sylus tilts his head, the faintest flicker of amusement playing across his features. âYouâre sharper than I thought,â he says. âYes, weâve metâŚthough Iâm sure youâll agree this setting is far moreâŚintimate.â
You feel your stomach twist in disgust, more tears beginning to pour from your face as you tremble,
âSoâŚyou were following me,â you whisper, the words trembling as they spill out. Then, louder, you scream, âI knew it! I fucking knew it⌠you sick fuck!â
In a desperate bid for escape, you lunge toward the bedroom door. But before you can reach it, a cold, red mist envelops your body. Your momentum is halted midair as the mist tightens around you like an unbreakable grip. A startled yelp escapes your lips as youâre lifted effortlessly and set gently back onto the bed. You twist and thrash against the invisible force, but itâs no use.
Sylus moves with unhurried precision, climbing onto the bed and pinning you down with his weight. His hands grip your wrists, pressing them firmly against the mattress and above your head. His face hovers close, a small smile playing on his lips as he watches you struggle beneath him.
âNo need for such vulgarities, sweetie,â he says softly, his voice calm but with an undeniable edge of control. His hand moves to your face, brushing away the tears streaming down your cheeks. âIâm not here to hurt you.â
His words feel like a mockery, their gentleness only amplifying the terror gripping you. You try to twist away, your heart racing as his red eyes bore into yours, unyielding and unrelenting.
This powerâŚyouâve never seen an Evol quite like it. The mist that held you, the way heâs able to keep you restrained without even breaking a sweatâitâs terrifying. The strength in his grip feels unmovable, like youâre struggling against solid rock. Your voice cracks as you demand, âWhat do you want from me?!â
You thrash harder, pouring every ounce of strength into breaking free, but itâs futile. Sylus doesnât even flinch. If anything, he seems amused by your attempts.
âYouâve always been meant to be with me,â he says, his voice low and steady, as if explaining a universal truth. âBy circumstance, we were kept apart. But none of that truly matters now.â
His grip tightens slightly, grounding you to the bed as he leans in closer. âWeâre together now. Donât fret. Iâll take care of you.â
Your mind races, a torrent of thoughts crashing together in chaotic waves. Always meant to be? The absurdity of his words claws at your sanity. How could someone youâve never knownânever even spoken toâbelieve something so delusional? Panic flares again as his words settle deeper, the full weight of their meaning pressing against your chest like a suffocating fog.
âYouâre insane,â you hiss through gritted teeth, your voice trembling with fear and defiance. âWeâre not meant to be anything! I don't even know you! Let me go!â
Sylus shakes his head, a low chuckle rumbling in his chest. âI know change is hard. In time, youâll understand.â His gaze softens, but itâs not comforting. Itâs the gaze of a predator, satisfied with its catch. âThis is overwhelming for you, but just trust me."
Before you can voice another protest, Sylus leans down suddenly, his lips crashing against yours in an abrupt and unwelcome kiss. The sensation is overwhelming, his grip unyielding as he presses you into the mattress. Your body stiffens instinctively, and a wave of revulsion washes over you. The intimacy feels like an invasion, every fiber of your being recoiling at the unwelcome touch.
His lips are warm, firm, tender with a possessive force that makes your skin crawl. Your mind screams in protest, a cacophony of fear, anger, and disgust that drowns out all rational thought. The coppery tang of blood fills your mouth as you bite down hard, desperate to sever the connection.
Sylus pulls back slightly, and for a moment you see itâa flicker of darkness in his expression, an almost imperceptible crack in his composure. The bloodied mark on his lip stands stark against his pale skin, but he doesnât flinch. Instead, his eyes meet yours, sharp and cold, with a faint glimmer of something unspoken.
He raises a hand slowly, brushing his fingers over the mark as though testing its reality. Then, his gaze darkens, amusement fading into something more dangerous. The corners of his mouth curl into a faint smirk, though it no longer holds even a trace of warmth.
âYouâre feisty, kittenâ he murmurs, his voice low and controlled, but with an edge that sends a fresh wave of terror through you. âBut I wouldnât keep testing me. ThisâŚresistance?â He leans in closer, his breath hot against your ear. âIt wonât get you anywhere.â
Tears sting your eyes as you glare up at him, trembling with equal parts fear and fury. âJust let me go,â you spit through gritted teeth, your voice shaking but defiant. âIâll neverââ
His finger presses gently against your lips, silencing you with unnerving ease. âHush, honeyâ he says, his tone soft but carrying the weight of unspoken command. âJust lay still and behave."
Confusion grips you as his words hang in the air, their meaning slowly dawning with horrifying clarity. His hand moves to the hem of your shirt, lifting it slightly. A wave of dread crashes over you, threatening to drown you. NoâŚno, heâs not going toâŚhe canât be serious. No!
âStop!â you scream, your voice cracking as panic surges through you. âNo! No! Please, stop!â You thrash violently, every muscle in your body straining as you kick and twist in his unyielding grip. âPlease, Iâll do whatever you wantâjust donâtââ
Your pleas are met with silence, his focus unbroken, his grip like iron. His eyes focused, yet amused, as though your outburst is just a silly tantrum. He continues, undeterred, his hands steady as he unbuckles the buttons of your pants. âThis is what I want,â he says, his tone as calm as if he were discussing the weather.
Your heart pounds erratically, terror clouding your thoughts. The room feels suffocating, the air too thick to breathe. Think. Think! Your mind races, desperate for somethingâanythingâto stop him. Then, an idea strikes, reckless and impulsive, but itâs all you have.
You gather all the spit you can muster, clenching your jaw, and hurl it directly at his face. The saliva splatters across his cheek, glistening in the dim light. Time seems to freeze as you watch for his reaction, your breath caught in your throat.
His hand stills, his entire body going unnervingly still. Slowly, deliberately, he raises a hand to his face, wiping the saliva away with a measured swipe. His movements are unnervingly calm, controlled, as though he isnât furiousâbut you know better. His lips curl slightly, and then he chuckles. Itâs a low, rumbling sound, one that vibrates through the air like distant thunder.
The chuckle deepens, growing into a full, genuine laugh that echoes through the room. Itâs unsettlingâwrong. You stare at him, confused, your heart pounding as fear knots your stomach. Why is he laughing? The sound is too real, too unguarded, like heâs genuinely amused.
Finally, the laughter subsides. He straightens, towering over you with that same unsettling smirk tugging at his lips. His eyes are sharp, glinting with something you canât place. Slowly, he leans down, his face inches from yours. You freeze, unsure whether to lash out again or flee. Before you can decide, his lips meet yours again.
The kiss is deliberate and slow, a mockery of tenderness that sends a shudder of revulsion through you. His breath is warm against your skin, his movements calculated, like heâs savoring the act. You remain stiff beneath him, your mind screaming in protest as your body betrays you, locked in place by terror.
When he finally pulls back, his smirk remains, though his eyes darken slightly. âIâll let it go,â he murmurs, his voice smooth and calm, but with an edge that sends chills down your spine. âThis time.â
He straightens, his presence still looming as he towers above you. âFood will be ready soon,â he says, almost casually, before turning away, leaving you trembling, breathless, and more terrified than before.
Sylus watched you from across the room, the faint smile on his lips betraying none of the thoughts swirling in his mind. He realized, with a hint of satisfaction, that you werenât weak. It pleased him in a way. Breaking down someone strong was far more satisfying than toying with the feeble. He had learned that much throughout the years. But breaking you down was necessary, bit by bit, until he could mold you into something entirely his.
It wasnât really control he wanted. No, there was something deeper, something that he buried beneath layers of cynicism and cruelty. Sylus wanted a family. The idea of a child, a creation of him and someone he loved, had lingered in the back of his mind for years. Heâd resigned himself to the impossibility of itâhis life, his enemies, his choices made it a foolâs dream.
But then he had seen you.
Following you, studying you, uncovering every detail of your life had planted the seed. You were everything he could want: resilient, intelligent, beautiful. The more he watched, the more his desire solidified into something almost obsessive. A childâŚwith you. The mere image of you with a swollen belly, pregnant with his baby, panting in whining underneath him as he thrusted deep into you was enough to make him excited. The thought gnawed at him, sweet and insistent, until he couldnât ignore it anymore. But he knew it wouldnât be easy. Nothing worth having ever was.
The first real challenge came when you refused to eat or drink. Sylus had ordered his chefs to prepare the finest meals: delicacies from every corner of the world, plated and presented with meticulous care. Yet, you rejected it all. You sat in the corner of his room, sobbing and shivering, your defiance evident in every tremble of your body.
At first, he tried to force it. He held the food to your lips, his patience fraying as you turned away, your sobs breaking the silence. And when he did manage to get you to swallow, you vomited it back up almost immediately, your body rejecting his attempts as violently as your will.
âAlright,â he sighed, his voice cold, masking the frustration and the faint pang of something elseâguilt, perhaps. âHave it your way.â
He stopped pushing, but he didnât stop providing. Every meal, a plate was prepared and set in the room alongside his own. He would sit at his chair, eating with deliberate ease, his gaze occasionally flickering to where you huddled. He said nothing, made no effort to coax you. But he knew. He was patient. The long game was his specialty.
And slowly, it worked. Day by day, he saw the toll it took on you. Your movements grew slower, your defiance quieter. The strength that had burned in your eyes began to dim, replaced by the hollow shadows of exhaustion. It was only a matter of time. It worried him, your worsening state. He even begun to question whether you would be determined enough to actually starve to death. Not that he would ever actually let you.
That moment came when you finally crawled to him. It was agonizing to watchâyour frail form dragging itself across the floor, every inch a struggle. Sylusâs chest tightened, a pang of something raw and painful blooming within him. He wanted to rush to you, to lift you up and hold you, to soothe the trembling wreck you had become. But he didnât. Instead, he remained seated, feigning indifference, his eyes never leaving you.
When you finally reached him, your voice was a fragile whisper. âOkayâŚyou win. Please. Food. Water.â
Inwardly, he smiled. Outwardly, he remained composed, but instead of motioning to the untouched plate, he lifted it himself and placed it on his lap. He carefully cut a small piece of the salmon and held the fork out toward you. âGo ahead, kitten,â he said softly, his voice calm but laced with a tender insistence, as if coaxing a skittish animal.
For a bit you didnât move, just staring blankly at him. He chuckled before motioning the food towards your mouth again.
His movements were slow and deliberate, almost gentle. âYou look worse for wear,â he murmured, his tone softening further as his gaze locked onto yours. âYou need your strength. Let me take care of you.â
You blinked, confused, before you weakly whispered, âIâŚI can do itâŚâ But your arms barely moved, your body trembling from exhaustion.
âClearly, you canât,â he replied smoothly, brushing a lock of your disheveled hair aside. âNow, open.â
Hesitating, you finally relented, your lips parting slowly as you allowed him to guide the fork to your mouth. The taste of the salmon was exquisite, perfectly seasoned, but it was overshadowed by the surreal intimacy of the moment. His hand lingered near your chin as you chewed, his gaze steady but strangely warm, as though he truly believed youâd shatter at any second.
âThatâs it,â he murmured encouragingly. âSee? Itâs not so bad.â
Sylus watched you intently, cutting another piece with meticulous care before offering it to you. âNow swallow,â he said softly, his voice filled with an unnerving tenderness.
You obliged in weak silence, each bite fed to you with deliberate care. Your body, too weak to resist, obeyed out of necessity, and yet his lingering touchesâhis hand brushing your cheek, the way his eyes softened with each biteâleft you unsettled.
Little did you know, the food had been altered.. Rohypnol, a common date rape drug, slipped into the delicate glaze on the salmon. He saw the moment it began to take effectâyour movements slowed, your blinking grew heavy, and your body swayed slightly. Your chewing began to falter. You didnât even realize what was happening as the sleepiness crept over you like a warm, suffocating blanket.
Sylus leaned forward, his gaze softening as he whispered, "Good girl, keep chewing. Don't bite your tongue"
All you could mutter was a moan, unable to think straight in your drug hazed state. You managed to swallow. All you felt was warm heat radiating off of slightly pale flesh. You blushed and planted your face in his neck.
Sylus put the fork down, amused by your affection. Getting up from the sofa in the room, he laid you down on his bed.
He began unbuckling his belt.
You were rendered completely helpless to his advances now. You didn't protest when he removed your shirt, didn't squirm when your pants and underwear came off. He felt almost breathless as the sight of your pristine cunt came into view, already beginning to glisten with your slickness. You whined as he began to circle your hardening nipples, and practically squealed when he put one his mouth, swirling around it with his tongue.
You were just divine. In every way. Your body, the sounds you made. Even despite the weight loss, you were beautiful. You looked up at him with beady and glazed over eyes as he finished removing his own pants, his hardened cock coming to your view.
"I..don...feel well.." you muttered, closing your eyes and weakly moaning to yourself as he lined up against you.
"I know sweetie, this won't take long I promise. Just lay there okay?" he said, pulling a nearby pillow over to better support your head.
He rubbed his tip against your entrance a few times but Sylus's control snapped, his need for you overwhelming any restraint. With a low growl, he pushed into you, his body claiming yours in swift act of possession. The sensation of being filled, of his hardness stretching you, caused your body to shiver, and you arched to meet him, your hands gripping the sheets as you welcomed him.
His senses flooded with pleasure as he sank deep within you, your wetness enveloping him, your body accommodating his size with a tightness that drove him wild. It was almost like you were made for him. He paused, his breath ragged, savoring the moment before he began to move, his thrusts slow and deliberate, each one eliciting a sleepy moan from your lips. By the way you seemed to be tightening and untightening around him, you were clearly already close.
"You feel so good," he groaned, his voice strained. "Fuck...even better than I imagined."
His words were a plea, a surrender to the pleasure you both were experiencing. As he moved within you, his pace quickening, your bodies became a symphony of skin on skin, your moans and his grunts filling the room in a primal chorus. The morality of the situation seemed to fade into insignificance as you both succumbed to the raw, unadulterated pleasure of the moment, your bodies moving as one.
He wanted a baby in your womb.
His baby.
As Sylus's thrusts quickened, his control began to unravel even further, his body moving with an urgency that matched the escalating pleasure. Your body responded in kind, your hips rising to meet his, your legs weakly wrapping around his waist, pulling him deeper into the cradle of your thighs. The room echoed with the sounds of your pleasureâyour breathy moans, his guttural grunts, the wet, slick sounds of flesh meeting flesh.
"Mghn...ah..." you whined out, your voice hoarse, your body on the precipice of climax. It wasn't too long before you began to shake and pulse around his length, coming undone with a symphony of even loader moans and whines. It was like music to Sylus's ears, and enough to begin his own undoing. He gripped you firmly, shoving himself as deep as he would go as waves of hot semen began to shoot into your womb, only releasing you when he felt he had no more to give.
He sat up a little more, staring down at your sweat stricken body. You hadn't opened your eyes at all, now clearly dosing off into slumber. He smiled, eyes turning down to see that some of his semen was beginning to slip out of you. He was quick to catch what he could, and gently scoop it back inside.
Soon. Just a few more times of this tonight, and he would repeat the process tomorrow. And the next day. And however long it took. He wasn't a monster. He was doing this with purpose. Even if things had to be a little hard right now, it would all be worth it in the end.
You were starting to catch on. The food, the waterâŚsomething wasnât right. Each time you ate or drank, the same unsettling pattern unfolded. Your eyelids grew heavy, your thoughts muddled, and thenâŚnothing. Youâd wake up hours later with a pounding headache and a vague, gnawing ache between your legs. The lack of concrete evidence was maddening, but the suspicion burned at the edges of your mind, refusing to be silenced. You couldn't find any traces of...that. Were you just going crazy?
With time, you regained some of your strength. The helplessness that had once consumed you began to ebb, replaced by a simmering defiance. You were no longer the trembling figure huddled in the corner. You spoke less, but your gaze carried fire again. Sylus noticed, of course. He always did. It was impossible to hide anything from him for long.
One evening, he brought you dinner and a glass of water, just as he always did. The spread was exquisiteâpan-seared duck, roasted vegetables, and a fine wine reduction drizzled over the plate. He set it down in front of you and waited, his piercing eyes fixed on you.
You hesitated, the now-familiar unease creeping into your chest. Then, you decided to test the waters. âIs thereâŚbottled water?â you asked, your voice steady but your pulse racing.
Sylusâs brow arched slightly, his lips twitching into a faint smirk. âBottled?â he repeated, amusement lacing his tone. âWhy?â
You shrugged, trying to appear casual. âThe tap water tastesâŚoff. Weird.â
He chuckled softly, shaking his head. âThe tap water here is the purest youâll find. It shouldnât taste weird.â His tone shifted, growing firmer. âNow eat.â
The command stung, his dismissal of your concern fueling the anger bubbling inside you. You glared at the plate, but you didn't comply. The taste of the food, once a source of faint comfort, now made your stomach queasy anyways.
Before he could start eating, Sylusâs phone buzzed. He stood, glancing at the screen before answering with a clipped, âYes?â His voice, usually measured and calm, held a note of irritation. âAnd you need me to come down why? You two can handle him.â There was a pause, followed by an exasperated sigh. âFine. Be there soon.â
Sylus hung up and turned back to you, his expression unreadable. âIâll be back shortly,â he said, his voice void of warmth as he left the room. He was clearly irritated.
The second he was gone, your heart raced. This is it. You glanced at his plate, untouched and pristine. Your suspicions flared. If he was drugging you, this was the chance to prove it. Quickly, you switched the plates, swapping yours with his. If he ate it and succumbed, youâd finally have the upper hand. Freedom dangled tantalizingly before you, so close you could almost taste it.
Moments later, Sylus returned, his dark coat trailing behind him as he resumed his seat. His gaze flicked briefly to the plate before he picked up his utensils, cutting into the meat with precision. You watched him, your nerves a live wire as he lifted the fork to his lips.
But then he stopped.
Setting the fork down slowly, Sylus tilted his head, his eyes locking onto yours. His expression remained calm, but there was a faint edge of mockery in his smirk. âIâm honestly impressed,â he said, his voice low and smooth, each word deliberate. âBut Iâm a bit offended you think Iâd fall for such a simple trick.â
Your stomach dropped, dread flooding your veins.
He leaned back slightly, his fingers steepled as his gaze bore into you. âYou know how many times someoneâs attempted to drug or poison me, sweetie?â His smirk widened, the darkness in his eyes deepening. âYouâre going to have to try harder than that.â
You break into a nervous sweat, the panic bubbling over. How could he have possibly known? But it did confirm one thing. Your voice wavers with a mix of rage and fear as you growl, âSoâŚyou have been drugging me! I knew it!â
Slamming your fist on the table, your whole body shakes with the weight of your anger. The thought of what heâs been doing to you sends your mind spiraling, but you shove it down, refusing to let yourself break in front of him.
Sylus, however, remains completely unaffected. His expression doesnât shift as he simply switches the plates back and cuts another bite of his food.
âEat, kitten,â he says, his tone firm, commanding. âI wonât ask again.â
That nicknameâit ignites a fire of fury in your chest. Youâve tolerated so much, but this, this is too much. The rage surges, hot and unrelenting.
âDonâtâŚcall me that!â you scream, the words tearing from your throat as you shove the plate off the table with a sharp motion. The food tumbles to the floor, the glass of water follows, shattering into countless jagged pieces that scatter across the room.
The sound echoes, loud and jarring, slicing through the tension like a blade. You freeze, staring at the mess youâve created, your breath caught in your throat as the reality of your actions sinks in. The anger begins to fade, replaced by a creeping wave of fear as Sylusâs eyes narrow, his expression unreadable. The room grows oppressively silent, the sound of your rapid breathing the only thing filling the void.
âMaybe Iâve been too nice to you,â Sylus says plainly, his voice calm but bleeding with anger. The subtle shift in his tone sends a chill down your spine. You freeze, the realization hitting you like a freight trainâthere was no getting away with an outburst today.
âWaitâŚIâm sorry,â you say shakily, your voice trembling as you crouch down, reaching for the shattered glass. âIâll clean it up. Iâm so, soââ
Before you can finish, his hand snaps out, grabbing your arm in a vice-like grip and yanking you roughly back to your feet. A sharp cry escapes your lips as pain shoots through your arm. You struggle, his grip unwavering, and then you notice itâthe birth control implant bulging against your skin where his fingers dig in.
âDonât bother,â he growls, his tone as cold as his touch.
âOw! My birth control!â you scream, tears springing to your eyes as you try to pry his hand away. His movements falter for the briefest moment, his grip loosening slightly as confusion flickers across his face. He lets go, his crimson eyes narrowing as they focus on your arm. Carefully, he turns it over, his fingers probing the area until the faint, hard line of the implant becomes apparent beneath your skin.
A dark realization dawns on him, and his expression hardens. âYou didnât tell me about this,â he mutters, more to himself than to you. His voice carries a hint of accusation. âNo wonder it wasnât working.â
âWhat? What wasnât working?â you exclaim, your voice rising as panic grips you. You try to yank your arm away, but his hold tightens again, his gaze never leaving the implant. The intensity in his eyes makes your stomach twist into knots.
âThis needs to come out,â he states flatly, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.
âNo! No, no, no,â you stammer, your voice breaking as you shiver violently. âItâs fine! Itâs probably expiring soon anyway, I think! Please, just leave it!â
The weight of his words sinks in, barely giving you time to process what he means. He wants you to carry his child. The thought sends your mind reeling, a sickening blend of fear and disbelief twisting through you. Your breaths come quicker, your chest tight as the reality of your situation settles heavily over you.
Sylus doesnât respond immediately. Instead, he looks up, meeting your panicked gaze. His eyes soften slightly, though not with kindnessâitâs more like exasperation, as though this little implant was a major obstacle. He sighs, his grip easing but not releasing.
âYouâre making this very difficult for me,â he says, his voice low and measured. The subtle edge of irritation only makes his words more chilling. You canât tell whatâs running through his mind, but the uncertainty is enough to make your knees tremble.
âAll you have to do is sit around looking pretty, have my children, and youâd have everything you could ever wish for,â he says, his voice calm and almost conversational. âIs that truly so hard?â He doesnât even look at you directly, his gaze distant, as if the answer were obvious.
You can't even speak. Have his what? You don't even know this man. You don't even want to be here. He sounds absolutely insane.
He calmly glances down at the floor, his eyes settling on the largest shard of glass among the shattered remains. Your heart drops as dread floods your senses. When his hand reaches out for the shard, you thrash violently, using every ounce of strength you can muster to pull away from his grip.
âSylus! Please!â you cry, your voice breaking. âI can get it removed! Donât-!â
But your protests are cut short as he produces a cloth from his pocket and presses it firmly over your mouth. The fabric muffles your screams, your muffled cries reverberating against the walls as he backs you against the bed. Your knees buckle, and you collapse backward onto the plush mattress. Before you can scramble to your feet, he is on top of you, his weight pressing you down. His Evol snakes out, an ominous red mist that coils around you, pinning your arms and keeping your struggling body firmly in place.
Panic consumes you as he leans in, his shadow looming over your trembling form. He holds the shard of glass delicately, almost reverently, examining its sharp tip as though weighing its utility.
His gaze flickers to your terrified expression for a moment, and then he does something that makes your stomach turn. He presses a quick, chillingly gentle kiss to your forehead.
âBe still, sweetie,â he says, his voice deceptively soft. âIâm doing this for us.â
Before you can even react, he lowers the shard of glass to your arm, pressing its tip lightly but firmly against your skin, right over the implant. The pressure sends a bolt of pain through you, tears streaming down your face as the room spins around you.
tags: suggestive (mdni), sylus sits you on his lap while you drain his bank account, it's for a cute reason though, dry humping, size difference, teasing, sylus is a scoundrel, use of "kitten" and "sweetie" cause we stick to the canon over here
pairing: sylus x reader, reader is mc
word count: 640
a/n: i don't really have anything to saâomg this is my first non-caleb post! but yeah i've been thinking of this for a while. this is the most explicitly sexual thing i've written with worse to come
âWhy donât you get that one, too?â Sylus rumbles into your neck, pointing to a luxurious dress on your screen.
Youâre seated on his lap in the bed you share, his legs caging your smaller frame while he peeks over your shoulder at the laptop in front of you. For the last 40 minutes, youâd been browsing the website of the most exclusive boutique in Linkon. Itâd been Sylusâs ideaâTo get you something nice for being such a good hunter, heâd saidâbut as he urges you to keep adding opulent pieces to your cartâdresses, skirts, shoes, you name itâyou start to suspect an ulterior motive.Â
Restless, you turn around to face him. But before you can speak, he steals your lips in a lewd, wet kiss, his thumb holding your chin in place while he swipes his tongue through your mouth.Â
âHmm?â he hums when he releases you, expectantly peering into your eyes.Â
Dumbfounded, you stare up at him before his slow smirk jolts you back into your right state of mind. âSylus! Stop distracting me. Youâre enjoying this, aren't you?â you accuse with a glare.Â
âI donât particularly enjoy being your distraction, kitten. Iâd rather have all your attention in the first place,â he replies, wearing an infuriating look of triumph.Â
âYou know what I mean,â you whine, thwacking his shoulder in exasperation. âYou have me in your lap while I spend enough to buy a house on things I donât need. I donât get itâare you enjoying this?âÂ
Sylus blinks lazily. Slowly, he chuckles before rolling his hips into the plush of your backside. âYouâre well aware of how much I'm enjoying it, sweetie.âÂ
Startled, you jerk your hands to his thighs, the laptop landing onto the bed with a soft thud. âSylus,â you breathe, a whimper escaping you as he grinds upwards again. âI-Is this really okay? Youâve been so tired lately, you canât hide it from me. What if I spend too much and you have to work harder?â
Sighing, Sylus snakes one thick arm around your waist, pulling you further back into his chest. As he splays his large hand across your belly, you feel his body warming yours, making your core clench with need.
âKitten,â he drawls, nuzzling your shoulder. âWhen Iâm out there making Onychinus deals, putting my life on the line just to come home coated in someone elseâs bloodâit getsâŚtedious, sometimes. Sometimes I wonder if I should give it all up so we can start fresh somewhere new,â he confesses, pressing an open-mouthed kiss to your neck. âBut having you here with me, knowing I'm putting my life on the line for you? So you can spend what I earn for you, so I can give you all the pretty little things you could possibly ask for? It makes it worth it, kitten. It brings meâŚpeace. Satisfaction.âÂ
Throughout his musings, heâs been rubbing you harder and harder against his rigid length. Feeling it pulse beneath you, you moan softly and reach your arm back, threading your fingers in his hair. âAs long asâŚas long as you like it,â you pant. âWant you to be happy.â Â
His deep chuckle hits your neck, sending shockwaves down your spine. âWonât you help me relax, then? After all, I've been so tired lately,â he mocks, nipping your ear.Â
âNow,â he starts again. âHow about you look at the accessories page next, hmm? Letâs see the handbags.â
Itâs an hour later when Sylus is finally satisfied with the subtotal of your shopping cart.Â
He holds his card out in front of you while you type in the information, and once the order goes through, he captures your lips in a kiss, tender but claiming.Â
âWhatâs your schedule for tomorrow look like, sweetie?â he rumbles, pressing you close. âI think Iâd like to look at some jewelry.â