Vampire Hunter Diet

The creature stood so the top of his head nearly reached the ceiling.

He opened his eyes. They were the same color as the flower petals. "Who dares awaken me from my slumber?"

Strapped to his back were two swords. He was covered from head to toe in a uniform that reminded me of a ninja. The only part of him showing was his eyes. Even his head was covered in a thick black hood.

Remembering my upbringing, I cleared my throat. "Good sir, my name is Jasmine." I gave him a small curtsey.

If my mom could see me now, I thought.

"I've come to claim the piece of crown you guard," I went on.

His eyes started to glow. "That is not possible, Jasmine. If you try to take it, I'll be forced to destroy you."

Crap! I glanced back at Laeddin. He shook his head, took hold of my hand, and we were suddenly back at my house.

"Why?" I pulled out of his grasp. "What if he moves it? Or worse, actually destroys it?"

"He won't. He can't," Laeddin said, shaking his head.

"Are you sure?" I was so angry I wa