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Temptation's Gambit

Temptation's Gambit

Chapter 1: The Seductive Ploy

The flickering lanterns of Ylisstol cast a warm, deceptive glow over the cobblestone streets as Inigo leaned against a tavern wall, his signature charming grin plastered across his face. He’d been in this timeline for months, playing the part of the carefree flirt while keeping a hawk’s eye on Robin, the Grandmaster Tactician whose very presence twisted his gut with a cocktail of loathing and lust. Tonight, though, was the night he’d set his plan into motion—a plan to seduce her, to keep her away from his father, Chrom, and maybe, just maybe, to sate the burning need that clawed at him every time she laughed or tossed him a sharp-witted quip.

Robin approached, her oversized tactician robe doing little to hide the sway of her wide hips. She arched a brow, her dark eyes glinting with amusement. 'So, Inigo, what’s this grand dinner you’ve been hyping up? Better not be another one of your half-baked attempts to woo me.'

He chuckled, pushing off the wall with a practiced ease. 'Oh, come now, Robin. I’ve got something special planned. A little private affair at my... apartment. You’ll see, I’m full of surprises.'

Her lips quirked into a smirk. 'Surprises, huh? I hope it’s not just another bouquet of wilted flowers. I’ve had enough of your theatrics.'

'Wilted flowers? You wound me,' Inigo shot back, clutching his chest dramatically. 'Tonight, I’ll show you I’m more than just a pretty face and a silver tongue.'

She rolled her eyes but followed him through the winding streets, her curiosity piqued. As they neared the building, her steps faltered. The neon sign above the door screamed 'Love Haven,' and the sultry music drifting from within left little to the imagination. A love hotel. Her gaze snapped to him, sharp and accusing. 'Inigo, what the hell is this?'

He turned, his grin unfaltering, though a bead of sweat trickled down his temple—part nerves, part the cocktail of aphrodisiacs he’d taken earlier starting to kick in, making his blood run hot. 'Just a little ambiance, darling. Trust me, the food upstairs is divine. Top suite, deluxe package. Only the best for you.'

Robin crossed her arms, her tone icy. 'You’ve got ten seconds to explain before I turn around and leave you to dine with your own ego.'

'Fair enough,' he said, stepping closer, his voice dropping to a husky whisper. 'I wanted somewhere... intimate. Somewhere we could drop the pretenses. I see the way you look at me, Robin. Don’t deny there’s something here.'

Her cheeks flushed, but she didn’t back down. 'You’re delusional if you think I’m falling for this. But fine, I’ll humor you—just to see how spectacularly you crash and burn.'

They ascended the stairs, the air growing thicker with tension. When they reached the suite, Inigo pushed the door open, revealing a dimly lit room with a massive king-sized bed draped in crimson silk. He’d already shed his clothes, standing there in all his glory, his cock hard and unapologetically on display, the drugs amplifying every pulse of desire. Robin froze, her eyes widening, a flicker of raw hunger betraying her composure as a trickle of drool escaped her lips.

'Inigo...' Her voice was a mix of shock and something darker, something needy. 'What the fuck are you playing at?'

He stepped forward, closing the distance, his gaze locked on hers. 'I’m done playing, Robin. I want you. Right here, right now. Tell me you don’t feel it too.'

Her breath hitched, but she didn’t retreat. Instead, she tilted her chin up, defiant. 'You think you can just strip down and I’ll melt? You’ve got a lot to learn, pretty boy.'

'Then teach me,' he growled, his hand reaching for her waist, pulling her against him. Their lips crashed together, hot and fierce, a battle of wills as much as passion. Her hands fumbled with her robe, frustration mounting as his kisses assaulted her senses, trailing down her neck. 'Damn it, Inigo, help me get this off before I rip it to shreds.'

He obliged, his fingers deft despite the haze of lust clouding his mind, peeling the fabric away to reveal her curves—those wide hips, that perfect ass, breasts that begged to be touched. The sight made him harder, aching, as they stumbled toward the bed, her body pressed against his, already wet with anticipation. Tonight, he’d have her, claim her, and maybe—just maybe—rewrite the pain of his past with every thrust.

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