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PART 2: FOOL ME ONCE
Marshelle KnipeHello my lovely explorers. After much consideration we have decided to add book 3 to this book as it only made sense to add Gabriel and Scarlette’s as a second half to book one to bring our readers some closure, instead of having book 3 as a stand alone. Please note that book 2: It’s All Connected will be the story of the Goddess who had inhabited Scarlette’s body, you definitely want to read that one too. Thank you for your votes and your loyalty to seeing the story through to the end.
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Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 1:
A week after the team returned to Scotland, the country Scarlette called home for so long, her grandfather had mutliple organ failure and sadly passed on. Alpha Jackson had flown his mate Sasha over since they would be staying longer and dear Lydia helped Scarlette plan the sudden funeral. Scarlette stood in front of her grandfather's grave, feeling the weight of loss and grief upon her shoulders. The funeral was a simple affair, nothing like the lavish and extravagant events that the Vampire King was used to. But it was everything that Scarlette's grandfather would have wanted - a quiet and dignified send-off, with only family and close friends in attendance.Not that seanair had any friends and the only family he had was her, so if it wasn’t for her friend group it would have been Scarlette and the priest in attendance to her grandfather’s funeral, not that he would have cared. Alpha Jackson and his mate Sasha stood beside Scarlette, offering their silent support. Lydia was there
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PRESENT DAY: Scarlette stood atop the ancient stone tower, her eyes fixed on the breathtaking view of the vampire kingdom sprawling beneath her. It had been months since she last set foot in this realm, and everything had changed. No longer a goddess, she had traded immortality for a new gift – that of a seer.The world around Scarlette had become a dangerous place. As a powerful seer, she possessed the ability to see the past, present, and future. It was a gift that had brought both wonder and despair into her life. Scarlette's heart raced in her chest as a foreboding shadow washed over her.She closed her eyes and focused on her connection with Gabriel, the vampire king. Their bond was both a blessing and a curse, an unbreakable tie that offered solace and vulnerability in equal measure. Scarlette's mind wandered back to the day they became mated, sealing their destinies together. It was a union that defied the laws of the vampire clan.However, not everyone within Gabriel's kingdo
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1 year ago———————-Scarlette took a deep breath as she stepped off the plane and entered the bustling streets of New Orleans. The city was alive with music, food, and the energy of its people. She couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as she looked around and took it all in.Alpha Jackson and Sasha were waiting for her at the airport. The three of them embraced in a warm hug before Sasha took Scarlette's bags and led her to a waiting car. As they drove through the city, Sasha pointed out various landmarks and gave Scarlette a brief history of each one.After a while, they pulled up to a beautiful old mansion in the French Quarter. Alpha Jackson explained that it was their home and welcomed Scarlette to stay with them for as long as she needed.Scarlette was overwhelmed with gratitude and felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew she was in good hands and that she could start building a new life in this vibrant city. She thanked Alpha Jackson and Sasha and s
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While Scarlette ate her berries and Yogurt there was a knock at the door “I’ve got it, you carry on eating” he said to her sterny as he went to open the door. She giggled thinking he had picked up a few tricks from seanair in the brief time they had spent together, she had the strange feeling that Gabriel rather enjoyed her grandfather’s company someone who could speak to him like an adult, someone with life experience unlike herself, Lydia,Jackson and Sasha who she thought someone Gabriel viewed them as infants.Thinking of the three they started pilling into her apartment with the smell if carbs pouring out of their goody bags “you shouldn’t have” Sasha said looking over at the table “I didn’t” Gabriel said pointedly. “The table is only set for two Sash” Lydia pointed out, causing Jackson to nod his head “Good thing we stopped for food, he would have staved us.” The childishness hurt evident in his voice, Gabriel just shook his head and walked back to the table with the rest of the
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Gabriel swept Scarlette up in his arms and carried her away from her attacker. She was in shock and felt cold to the bone despite the warm, humid air of New Orleans. Gabriel set her down gently on her feet and held her close. She buried her face in his chest and breathed in his familiar scent of sandalwood and leather."Are you hurt?" he asked, his voice soothing.Scarlette shook her head. "No, I'm okay. Just shaken up."Gabriel lifted her chin and looked into her eyes. "I will not let anyone harm you, my love. I will protect you at all costs."Scarlette felt a shiver run down her spine at the intensity of his gaze. She knew he meant every word. She also knew that his presence in New Orleans meant trouble."Why did you follow me here?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady.Gabriel's expression softened. "I cannot stay away from you, Scarlette. I love you too much."Scarlette felt a lump form in her throat. She loved him too, but she knew they couldn't stay together forever. His
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Gabriel drove Scarlette to a secluded cabin in the mountains that he had prepared for them. It was the perfect place to hide from their problems and spend some time alone together. The cabin was surrounded by trees and had a breathtaking view of the valley below. Scarlette was touched by the effort Gabriel had put into making the cabin cozy and comfortable. She couldn't resist hugging him tightly.Gabriel smiled and kissed the top of her head. "Anything for you, my love."They spent their days exploring the woods, cooking delicious meals, and talking about their lives. Scarlette learned more about Gabriel's past and how he became the Vampire King. Gabriel was fascinated by Scarlette's ability to see the future and how she coped with it.One evening, as they sat in front of the fireplace, Scarlette asked Gabriel, "What if they never accept us? What if we can never be together?"Gabriel took her hand and held it tightly. "I will always choose you, Scarlette. No matter what happens, I wil
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Scarlette woke up the next morning feeling refreshed. Gabriel was already gone, but a note on the nightstand caught her eye. "Morning sunshine, went out to grab some breakfast. Be back soon. Love you, G."Scarlette smiled and took a deep breath, feeling grateful for their peaceful life in the cabin. She got ready for the day and went outside, enjoying the fresh air and the sound of nature. As she was picking some wildflowers, she heard rustling in the bushes behind her. She turned around, expecting to see Gabriel, but instead found herself face to face with a figure she didn't recognize."Who are you? What do you want?" Scarlette demanded, backing away.The figure stepped out of the shadows, revealing themselves to be a woman with long blonde hair and piercing blue eyes."I'm Isabella, Gabriel's ex," she said, a hint of bitterness in her voice. "I see he's moved on to another mortal. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me."Scarlette's heart raced as she realized what w
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“What do you feel like eating?” Gabriel asked as he took their empty breakfast dishes to the sink, they had something light, yogurt, fruit, granola and espresso. “I have no idea, my palet is inexperienced, you could introduce me to anything and I would most likely fall inlove with it.” Scarlette stated, while getting up to look for an outfit for their date, it’s usually ice cold in a cinema. Over the knee black 3 inch boots with a plether skirt and obviously leggings under that to keep warm. She wore a long sleeved white crop top that met the skirt to close her stomach completely, a black coat and a white purse to complete the look. Gabriel vamped in and out of the room dressed to match her. “I was thinking italian?” He asked her clipping his cufflinks. “Pizza?” Whe asked frowning, thinking to herself that isn’t really date food. “Not necessarily but it would be on the menu at the restaurant we are going to.” She noded her head as he opened the door to her apartment. “Can we watch
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