7

I get into the car thinking about how difficult it is to go to a place that will only remind me of my partner's absence. I agreed to go only out of consideration for Elizabeth and Christian, otherwise I would never even consider the possibility.

Annoyed sigh trying to control Klaus who appeared to be extremely restless today.

(I don't want you to try to control me. Besides, I have a different feeling, something seems to be happening)– he says and I can't help but agree, after all, I was feeling it myself.

(Probably because today is her birthday, not to mention the fact that we were supposed to mate)– I reply uncomfortably after feeling some electricity when uttering the last words.

(It's really hard to be away from her...)– We followed in silence the rest of the way. Each one trying to get Elisa out of their thoughts, something that is practically impossible.

I make a parking maneuver and realize that the place is full of cars, but everyone – with the exception of a few security guards – seems to be inside. Apparently I'm pretty late, but honestly I don't care a bit.

As soon as I got out of the car, I was hit by a different aroma that, even though it was weak, had a huge impact on me. I shake my head trying to get rid of these paranoia, but as I walk towards the entrance the smell becomes stronger, leaving me numb.

But what the fuck is happening to me?

I clench my fists at my sides and clench my teeth as I feel Klaus trying every way he can to take control. I know my eyes are probably sticking to the blood red hue and I wonder how much longer I can hold out.

As a way of answering my question, I feel the barrier that prevented the beast inside me from breaking and the instincts that were previously being repressed to surface.

I need to find that scent!

In moments I reach the entrance and barely see the security guards leave before breaking down the door without thinking twice. I see the frightened and even horrified looks on people's faces, but I don't care.

I need to find...

I take a deep breath and the scent that was faint before becomes sharp and strong, a delicious mixture of strawberries and mint. I look around desperately until I find her.

—MINE – I growl loudly and soon she turns around, presenting me with the vision of two beautiful clear spheres staring at me in a confused way while I can only feel mesmerized by the female. Beautiful, perfect and completely mine. Seconds, that was all it took me to get to her at superhuman speed.

I hug her body as tight as possible being careful not to hurt her. I look at every little detail of her, not resisting to move her hair away and approach my nose to her neck where I remain for a long time feeling the aroma. I notice that her body automatically shivers and I try to suppress my instinct to growl satisfied with her reaction.

I make my way until I find your ear where I say in a whisper:

—MINE – I say it again, making sure I'll never get tired of saying it, quite the contrary, I might even get used to it.

—MINE – his voice has an instant effect on my body. I shudder pulling her closer to me. I feel fascinated and hypnotized by this female. For my female.

Elisa was finally here.

I am snapped out of my trance when I feel her body being taken from my arms and I feel sorry for the unfortunate man who dared to do this. I growl loudly pulling her again – without hurting her – and I place myself in front of her, adopting an attack position. I wouldn't let them take her away from me again. She would die before then.

—Elisa? Deniel get out of my way - I hear Christian demanding, but at the moment I'm not thinking straight, everything in me asks to keep her protected and away from everyone.

—Get out of my way, you Christian or I won't answer for my actions – I get closer showing that I won't back down. I see that he would fight back, but Elizabeth puts herself in front of him, preventing him.

—The beast of him that's in charge now Christian. Deniel is being driven by his instincts and having Elisa close to him after so long away only makes him want to keep her as far away from anyone as possible, his protective side is stronger than ever now - I watch as Christian looks at me suspiciously, but in the end he pulls away even reluctantly.

Elisabeth stands beside her partner and smiles, letting a few tears fall as she looks at Elisa. On her face, the longing and relief at seeing her daughter was obvious.

For a brief moment I feel bad for depriving them of their reunion, but I can't let her leave me for even a minute. All I want right now is to take her somewhere where we can be alone.

—Then I'll give them enough time to talk, but now I need to keep you safe - I tell them and turn to Elisa who lets out a little cry of fright when I pick her up.

- Take good care of her Deniel - I still hear Elisabeth's voice before running outside with my female in my arms. I don't take the car because I want to have her as close to me, so I choose to run to my kingdom. It's not far and with my speed we'll be there soon.

I notice that her body, which was a little tense before, relax a little and I mentally smile when I feel her discreetly approaching, inhaling my scent.

It doesn't take long and we're in my castle. I take the keys and open the door with one hand while the other holds his weight. I go in and am grateful that it's late, so none of the staff would be present. Not that that changed anything, as he would make a point of kicking everyone out if they were here.

I go upstairs and walk to our bedroom – yes, ours – where I leave it on top of the bed. He looks around and, as if he's come out of his trance, he quickly gets up.

—Why did you bring me here? – she asks suspiciously moving away and when I move closer she puts her hands in front of her body – you can stop there, I don't even know you so keep the minimum distance at least – I reluctantly do what "asks" and sit down on the edge of the bed.

—Well, I'm Deniel Jackson Martin and as you've probably noticed, I'm your partner – he arches an eyebrow and I can't help but notice how sexy his expression is.

—I'm not going to make a fool of myself and say that I don't know how strong our bond is, but this is so unexpected and confusing – he sighs, shaking his head – finding out that I'm a supposed princess who was kidnapped, seeing the suffering of those I've now found to be mine parents and being carried by a complete stranger who is my partner – I can see the turmoil of feelings she is feeling and I want to beat myself up for not being able to help it.

—I know it all seems pointless now, but in time you will understand the situation better. I just want you to know that everything will be in its own time, we have eternity ahead of us – I'm sincere and I get a smile that makes all the hell I spent these years without her worth it.

—I really appreciate your understanding Deniel – he takes off the mask that was hiding part of his face and I can't disguise my happiness when I look at her – my name is Scarlet by the way and not Elisa – I hadn't even stopped to think that it would probably have another name.

Scarlet... It sounds great, and it's familiar to me.

—I'll try to get used to it – I approach and remove one of the locks of her hair that was in her face – are you hungry? I don't know how to cook very well, but I can call one of the employees... - I barely finish talking and I see her nodding.

—I'm not hungry. To tell you the truth, I'm more interested in getting to know him better since he's my partner – I try to hide the certain euphoria in knowing that she was even handling the situation well.

—What would you like to know?¬- I see his curious gaze directed at me.

—All since I don't know anything about you. I'll start with something simple, what's your favorite food? – takes off her huge heels, which could easily pierce someone's eye, and sits on the bed in the famous Indian legs position.

—Anything involving meat and preferably as rare as possible – surprisingly I find myself wanting to laugh when I see his face contort into a grimace, something that is strange since I've always been serious and laughing wasn't my nature – doesn't like meat ?¬– amusing question.

—But of course I like meat, just not rare. I much prefer a good stroganoff - she sighs placing her hand on her stomach and I can't contain my laughter at her expression.

What is this female doing to me?

—I will remember this. Now it's my turn, what do you think when you look at me? Her eyes widen, not expecting that question.

—Well, I can't deny that you're handsome, very handsome to be honest – he clears his throat, moving uncomfortably – at first he scared me with his exaggerated reaction, but from what I understand it's a common reaction when a man finds his partner and for the time being her company scares me sounds pretty nice – of course I was a little disappointed with the "for now", but I intend to change that - I have another question, how did you manage to wait so long for someone you didn't even know was alive? – His curiosity is clear.

—Our bond, as you said, is pretty strong Scarlet, so I would know if I weren't alive - I shake my head exasperated just imagining¬– the reason for not having found her was because of some very powerful black magic. I make sure whoever did this pays – I pull her hands away and wrap them around mine. My body asks for contact, even if it's a simple touch of the hands.

I see her tense up, but then she relaxes, leaning closer and laying her head on my shoulder as she stares at our still joined hands.

—Is it normal to feel this need to be close? - I stare at his eyes that are directed towards me and hold back the growl as I let my eyes fall under his lips in that red lipstick that are now a few centimeters away.

And to make matters worse she runs her tongue over them making it even more difficult for me. I growl softly in approval and am about to kiss her when she jumps up. I look at her, not understanding her reaction.

—I refuse to kiss you in less than a day of having met you Deniel – he points his finger in my direction, half closing his eyes – he won't seduce me with those mesmerizing eyes and much less with that fleshy mouth – he covers his mouth with his hand and widens the eyes. I laugh at his unique way and throw myself back on the bed giving him a malicious look.

—So you'll have to resist, dear – I put my hands behind my head – After all, we'll sleep together every night from now on – I blink and see his longing eyes wander over my body.

"Scarlet Force".

He says it softly, but I hear it clearly. I'll have to conquer her, even if I have to resort to seduction, I just hope I don't end up giving up.