The Demon's Plaything (Demonic Desires #3)

In the scorching desert sands, beneath a hot sun, I have spent centuries thirsting for a mate.I am Asmodeus, demon lord of ruin, my kingdom forged in fire and shadow. Until her—Lila, a mortal flame wrapped in the guise of an archaeologist. She dares to tread where legends whisper my name.Sensing she is my mate, I claim her with my fangs, binding her to my will. She resists, but her defiance is sweet nectar to my ancient soul. I see how she craves my darkness, taste her longing when our lips meet. She is the key to my lineage, the vessel for my heir. Only I will have her, body and soul.Her past emerges, clawing to reclaim her, but our bond is a force beyond mortal realms. With a whisper of power, she chooses my crown and accepts my seed. She will rise as my queen, her belly swelling with the legacy we create.She is mine—my plaything, my destiny. My mate.