The grand halls of the Titan Citadel

Aurelia's POV

The grand halls of the Titan Citadel were unlike anything in the mortal realm—colossal pillars of obsidian and gold stretched high into the heavens, their surfaces etched with the history of Titans long forgotten.

The air itself hummed with an ancient power, a reminder that I was seated in the presence of a being beyond mortal comprehension.

And yet, as I took a sip of my rose-infused tea, I couldn't help but smirk at the very mortal conversation unfolding between me and my host—the Titan Queen, Valeria the Eternal.

Valeria, the undisputed ruler of the Titans, leaned back in her throne-like chair, swirling her golden-hued tea with a long, delicate finger. Her piercing amber eyes, the same color as molten gold, watched me with amusement.

"So," she murmured, her voice a purr of raw dominance. "You believe this… Samuel Gebb… would be worth my time?"

I chuckled, setting my cup down with a soft clink. "Oh, not just your time, my dear Valeria—your body."

The Titan Queen let out a deep, rumbling laugh. "It has been eons since someone had the audacity to suggest who should warm my bed."

I smirked, resting my chin on my palm. "Well, someone had to say it. You've gone what… a million years without any real satisfaction?"

Her expression remained regal, but there was a flicker of something in those golden depths. Desire? Amusement? Longing?

I continued, my voice dripping with playful mischief. "No Titan has ever been able to make you climax. And that, my dear, is a damn shame."

Valeria arched a perfect brow. "And what makes you think this mortal—this Samuel—is any different?"

I leaned in, my gaze playful yet knowing. "Because he is not just any mortal. You and I both know his past. You know the kind of man he was before he was reborn. And you know what kind of man he is becoming again."

She was silent, considering my words as she tapped a single clawed nail against the rim of her cup.

I took another sip of tea before continuing, "He is raw, untamed power. He fights like a beast, thinks like a conqueror, and—most importantly—fucks like a demon."

Valeria let out a sharp "Hah!" before shaking her head. "A bold claim."

I grinned. "A fact."

Her lips curled into an interested smirk, but she remained thoughtful. "And yet, you do not desire him for yourself?"

I waved my hand dismissively. "Oh, please. I have Henry Hans to keep me very satisfied. That man…" I let out a small, pleased sigh. "…he knows exactly how to ruin me in the best ways."

Valeria watched me curiously. "Is he truly that skilled?"

I laughed softly, crossing my legs as I leaned back. "More than I ever imagined. And trust me, I have high standards."

She exhaled slowly, her fingers gripping her cup a bit tighter. "It is… intriguing. I have not entertained a lover in so long. And certainly not one who could truly match me."

I smirked, tilting my head. "And yet, you're thinking about it, aren't you?"

Valeria didn't answer right away. Instead, she lifted her cup and took a slow, thoughtful sip before setting it down.

"Perhaps," she finally murmured, a wicked gleam in her golden eyes. "Perhaps it is time I remind the world what it means to bed a Queen."

I grinned. "Now that is the Titan Queen I know."

I leaned forward, my smirk widening as I held Valeria's golden gaze. The Titan Queen—the eternal force of destruction and power—was actually considering my words.

I took another slow sip of my tea before speaking, my tone dripping with mischief.

"Well, every Queen has the right to be satisfied at least once, don't you think?" I let the question linger before adding, "And let's be honest, Valeria—neither Samuel nor Henry are going to stay in this world forever."

Valeria exhaled slowly, tapping her clawed fingers against the rim of her cup. "That much is true…"

I shrugged. "Then why not enjoy them while we still have time?"

She chuckled, a rich, velvety sound that sent a slight tremor through the very air around us. "Aurelia, you truly are a dangerous influence."

I grinned. "Oh, please. I'm simply a realist. You and I both know power like theirs is rare. And we are women of refined taste."

Valeria tilted her head, considering my words. "Henry has already proven himself… quite capable of pleasing a woman like you. But Samuel… he is still an enigma."

I smirked. "And aren't you curious to unravel that mystery?"

She let out a thoughtful hum, swirling the golden liquid in her cup. "I am… intrigued."

I leaned back, satisfied. "Then stop overthinking it. Indulge. You deserve it, my dear Queen."

Valeria's smirk turned wicked. "Perhaps you're right, Aurelia. Perhaps it is time I remind the world that even a Titan Queen… has desires."