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46. Meeting Again
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My Vampire’s Temptation 47. Purple Glow
DemetriusMy eyes fall to hers in disbelief as I stare expectantly waiting for a sign that her words are untrue. Please smile. Please laugh. Please do anything to tell me this is all a joke and that the woman who has changed my life for the better still knows who I am.But the confusion on her face is real. Her defensive body language and the need for her to back away from me is indicative of a stranger, telling me the exact opposite of what I want.Perhaps this is karma for when I tried to erase myself from her mind before, penance for playing with her emotions and bringing her into my world of the damned. It’s a punishment of the most dreadful kind. Because just now one of my worst fears has come true. Xenia has no idea who I am, and Andreas is here to fill the void of my absence.The bastard used his command to rip her memories of us away. How dare he take something so precious from her. How dare he force her in this way? The thought of him worming his way into a spot that
My Vampire’s Temptation 48. The Blood of a King
DemetriusMy eyes widen at the scene before me. What is this?Instinctually, I move toward her with the need to assist. Her gaze flicks up to mine and, again, I’m shocked at what I see -- glowing red orbs where her eyes should be, tainted with fear. Let’s recap. There’s a purple aura surrounding her body and her eyes are red like a vampire’s… but she’s not a vampire. She’s human. I know this. So then how? The words Andreas just spoke ring through my head.She’s more than a simple human.My heart thumps quickly. Is this his doing or something else? He matches my movements, wanting to get closer to her as well, to get there before me, to prevent me from touching her. But he doesn’t have to worry about that, because as soon as we’re within close range, we’re both thrown backwards by an invisible force.I jump to my feet, dusting myself off with irritation. The strength of that force was powerful. My eyes meet hers again and I see this worried look in them that makes my chest tighten.
My Vampire’s Temptation 49. Memories of the Past
XeniaMy head is thumping again when I wake suddenly. Looking around the room, my heart drums rapidly against my chest realizing I’m in a strange bed alone. No. I’m in Andreas’ castle. He said something about this being my new home and he’s put in a lot of effort to ensure I’m comfortable. That should make me happy, right? Who wouldn’t want to be a queen living in a castle… Only now I’m getting the feeling that something is very off.Like, why am I drinking blood? And why do I like it? Why was I surrounded by that powerful purple glow? All of those things are extremely disturbing, questions to which there are no answers. But the one that burns into my mind the most is who was that man?Demetrius. His name… there’s a familiarity to it and it stirs things inside. I’m certain this was our first meeting, because how would I not remember someone like him? He was more than attractive. Even his voice did something to me. Those thoughts aren’t right. I shouldn’t be thinking about another man
My Vampire’s Temptation 50. A Needed Reminder
DemetriusThe moment our lips collide something washes over me, but I’m too caught up in what’s happening to question it. The kiss we share is filled with so much emotion. Something like kissing the one you thought you’d never get the opportunity to again. Because that very well could have been the case.Where yesterday had been completely perfect, comprised of bliss and happiness, today was a complete disaster of roller coaster. Hours ago, when she first came into the room and brought my worst fears to light by telling me she didn’t even know me, I was devastated. Regret and fear consumed me, thinking there was a possibility I may never get her back.But I don’t need words to tell me what’s happening, because you don’t kiss a stranger like this. Her lips move against mine with need and familiarity. And when she pulls away breathlessly, the look in her eyes tells me whatever hold Andreas had over her has been broken.My fingers trace against her cheek lightly as she stares at me. The
My Vampire’s Temptation 51. ‘23 Bonnie and Clyde
XeniaWarnings sounded off in my head. From the daunting look in his eyes, the possessiveness in his tone, the way his fingers trail between my breasts and slide up to my neck to grip it slightly, it all reminds me exactly of who he is and what he’s capable of.Demetrius isn’t a regular man. He’s a vampire, powerful, strong, extremely fast. He has killed and done terrible things. He could easily overpower me before I even blinked, and that’s intimidating. Although I trust him completely and have no doubt in my mind that he would never hurt me. Still, I’m frozen in place under his touch watching helplessly as a lion is about to pounce on their prey. He wants to claim me, and something dark inside of me loves the idea.It’s obvious he’s feeling jealous and territorial over the Andreas situation. I don’t blame him. I’d feel the same way and it does bother me and those things happened between us even though he explained it wasn’t really my fault. Though I don’t remember all the details,
My Vampire’s Temptation 52. When it Hits the Fan
Xenia“Andreas will undoubtedly return soon. In fact, I find it odd he even left you behind in the first place. There must have been something important for him to do.”Demetrius seemed to be speaking more to himself than me as he continued to tug me along like a dog walker.“I need to get to a phone, call on some back up. At this moment, we are severely outnumbered.”“My phone is missing along with my purse and gun. And I use the term ‘missing’ loosely, because I’m pretty sure Andreas just took it from me.” I whisper to him, silently applauding myself for remembering that vampires have sensitive hearing. The thought reminds me it’s a wonder none of them have caught us by now. Just before we reach the top of the stairs, he halts suddenly, pressing his fingers to his lips. Everything’s extremely quiet. Eerily quiet, and I’m wondering how long it’s been since my fight with the other vampire. An hour or so? Where is everyone? It seems like forever ago at this point. Can he r
My Vampire’s Temptation 53. The Power of a Lioness
XeniaThe remaining vampires eye us warily after that display, spreading out to block our path. It’s weird they didn’t seem to bat an eye after their friend was just killed right in front of them. Friend is a strong word. Maybe they were just coworkers. Not all coworkers are treated equally. And if I’m being honest, there are a few in my past who I wouldn’t mind…I mentally slap myself for getting carried away. Now is not the time to get distracted by my thoughts or psychoanalyze the situation.Demetrius doesn’t waver. He remains in front of me like a shield and somehow, against the odds before us, I feel safe and protected. It’s telling they don’t just attack us on sight. That leads me to a few conclusions. Either they’ve been instructed not to. Or they know who they’re up against and are apprehensive to press us without a plan.Perhaps it is the time to psychoanalyze.Demetrius notices this too. I know, because it becomes obvious when his shoulders relax, and he rolls his neck from
My Vampire’s Temptation 54. Whatever It Takes
DemetriusTwo things happen simultaneously, both catch me off guard. But it’s the minutes prior that replay in my mind as I attempt to get a grasp of the reality ahead of me. Xenia knew something was off. Of course she did. She’s extremely intelligent and well-versed in reading situations. I should have caught on sooner, consulted her even. But in my overly confident stupidity, I ignored the warnings, instead allowing anger and the territorial side of my beast to overpower me. Now it’s obvious it had all been intentional. These vampires taunted me, and like a brainless fish, I took the bait. Since she regained her memory, there were a few things we could have handled differently.We probably should have skipped out on the mind-blowing quickie, but it was one for the books.We should have avoided conflict and looked for an exit. But knowing the one who attempted to unceremoniously take her blood was before me… well, I simply could not allow him to continue to breathe the same
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