Page 2 of Kraken (Hades Abyss MC #4: Mississippi Chapter)

His body went tight and I could practically feel the rage rolling through him.

Kraken cocked his head to the side as loud steps came down the hallway.

I heard the doorknob rattle. The big biker muttered a sorry just seconds before his lips closed over mine.

Heat engulfed me and I felt my nipples go tight.

Kraken thrust his tongue into my mouth, and I couldn’t hold back my moan as he kissed me hard and deep.

I reached up, placing my hands on his shoulders and held on.

Someone snickered and I tensed, but Kraken threaded his fingers into my hair, holding me still.

He ravaged my mouth, taking what he wanted.

In the past, someone taking control would have scared me.

After all I’d suffered at the hands of Deuce and the others, it should have made me want to run.

Instead, I leaned into him. He was big, strong…

in charge. But unlike Deuce and the other Sadistic Saints, his strength gave me comfort.

“Damn, guess the bitch does like getting fucked,” someone said.

Kraken growled and pulled away, casting a glare their way. “Get the fuck out. Deuce said she was mine, and I’m taking her.”

“Enjoy her while you can. She’ll be back under the rest of us by tomorrow.”

“Not if I decide to keep her,” Kraken said. My eyes widened, knowing he’d just crossed a dangerous line. I didn’t understand why he’d said it. I wasn’t anything special.

“No, Deuce said the little whore could show you a good time. He didn’t say a damn thing about you keeping her. That bitch isn’t going anywhere.”

Kraken stalked toward them. I tried to focus on something other than my raging hormones and racing heart, and I realized he was holding onto Deuce’s VP, Leviathan.

The man’s feet dangled off the floor. It was obvious Kraken was powerful, but he didn’t look big enough to manhandle someone like Leviathan.

“Kraken, he’s the VP,” I said. “And he’s right. I’m only here for your amusement, nothing more. I’m a place to put your dick. A toy.”

He slammed Leviathan into the doorframe before turning toward me. This time, his anger was directed at me, and I really wanted to bolt from the room. He gripped my arms and pinned me to the wall. “You’re not a fucking toy, or a place for someone to put their dick.”

“Kraken, please… you don’t understand.”

“If you’re not going to play with the little whore, she can go service someone else. Lots of someone elses.” Leviathan smirked. “It was more fun when she screamed and fought back, but breaking her was rather exciting.”

“Leave us,” Kraken said. “Deuce gave her to me for the night. I won’t be leaving this room until morning, and neither will she.”

“Enjoy your time, Phoebe. Tomorrow night, Deuce has special plans for you.”

Leviathan left and slammed the door behind him.

I couldn’t stop the tremors, making me shake in Kraken’s hold.

Tears slipped down my cheeks as I thought about what Deuce would do to me.

Since Kraken attacked Leviathan, they’d take it out on me.

A quick glance at Ember showed she still slept. I didn’t know how, but I was thankful.

“Baby girl, we need to talk, and I need you to tell me everything. I can help you, but only if you’re honest.”

“You can’t. No one can save me. What you did right now was dangerous. What if Deuce takes it out on your club? Or on you?”

He caressed my jaw and pressed his lips to mine in the softest kiss I’d ever had.

“I can, and I will save you. I can’t explain the way I’m feeling right now, or why I did what I did.

My club will back me up. I have no doubts when it comes to their loyalty or support, and they don’t doubt mine either. Now, start from the beginning.”

He led me to the bed and I sat on the edge.

My story tumbled out of me. His fists clenched tighter with every word.

“My father was a preacher in a small town. He never let me have any fun. I thought it was unfair, but I should have listened. The one time I snuck out at night, Deuce found me. I was seventeen and just trying to be a normal teenager. I’d never snuck out before, but it seemed easy.

I just walked right out the door without anyone noticing.

He grabbed me off the street and brought me to this clubhouse. ”

My fingers knotted in my lap, the words stuck in my throat. I struggled to get out the rest. I’d never voiced what happened. There’d been no one to tell. Even if the opportunity had presented itself, it never would have mattered. The moment Deuce knew I’d told, I’d have been punished.

“What happened when he brought you here?” Kraken asked.

“They ripped my clothes, held me down, and…” I swallowed hard.

“It lasted all night. I thought I was going to die. There was so much blood. I’d been a virgin, saving myself for the right guy.

The pain was unbearable. When they were finished, they threw me into this room and locked the door.

Deuce and Leviathan came to me throughout the day, every day for a week or more.

They took turns, breaking me. When I stopped fighting, they left me alone.

I was… broken. They had some guy come check me over, patch me up.

I’d barely healed before they made me start servicing the club and their guests. ”

“I’m going to fucking kill them,” Kraken said, his voice nearly a growl.

I glanced at the crib again. “Ember was the result of either my first night here or the days following. I have no idea who her father is.”

Kraken took a breath. I felt the coiled tension in his body. I’d never met anyone like him before. The only bikers I’d been around were cruel, like Deuce. But Kraken, despite the fact he was the Sergeant-at-Arms, seemed like he was a kind man.

“You said you were seventeen when they took you. How old are you now, Phoebe?”

“I’ll be nineteen in a few weeks.”

“Fuck me. I’m old enough to be your dad.” He winced. “I shouldn’t have kissed you.”

“It was nice,” I said, reaching up to touch my lips. “No one’s ever kissed me like that. I’d never enjoyed being with a man… until you.”

“Baby girl, you don’t know what you’re saying.”

“You can’t save me, Kraken. They’ll never let me go. At least I had one brief moment where I didn’t feel like the whore they’ve made me.” I gave him a sad smile. “I know they’ll kill me one night. It’s not a matter of if but when.”

“Breakin’ my heart, little girl.” He shook his head. “You’re not a whore. You’re a beautiful young woman who’s suffered at the hands of monsters. There’s a difference. You didn’t choose this life, and I can’t leave you here. I won’t.”

“Deuce said you came to make a deal with them. Whatever it is, he’ll back out if you try to keep me, Kraken.”

“You think I give a shit? My Pres would have my ass if I walked out of here, leaving you to this life. Those men out there are monsters, sweet girl. Pure fucking evil. Hades Abyss doesn’t like dealing with bastards like them, but this deal was too good to pass up.

At least, I’d thought so. When Titan hears about this, knows what they’ve done to you and probably countless others, he’s going to be pissed as hell. ”

I licked my lips and wondered if I had the courage to ask for what I wanted. If I let him leave without at least trying, I’d never forgive myself. This was it. My one and only chance. I knew it deep in my gut.

“Kraken, I’m property of the Sadistic Saints, and they’ll never let me leave. I have a favor to ask. You can say no, but… I liked it when you kissed me. Just once, I want to know what it’s like to be with a man like you.”

“Not a good idea, Phoebe.”

His rejection hurt, but I tried to hide it.

“You’re right. It was stupid. I don’t even know if I’m clean. These guys, they take what they want and they don’t care about anyone. It’s better if you don’t take things any further.”

“Fucking hell,” he muttered.

I sat patiently, waiting, unsure if his words translated to yes or no.