Xander’s POV
I checked out her ex-boyfriend and I could tell her was nothing special. Not in comparison to me anyway.
Then I traveled back to Fort Worth to see Julia. I saw her go into a local bookstore, so I followed her and invited her out for lunch. Lunch went really well, I thought. I was eager to peer into her mind and see what makes her tick and I could tell books did that for her. Luckily, I’m a reader myself.
My phone rang and I looked at it. Ugh, mother.
“Yes, mom?” I answered.
“Darling, I heard someone caught your interest. When are you bringing her home?” I sighed, Wesley and his big mouth.
“Soon, mother. We’re taking things slow.” I told her.
“Is she human? Are you going to turn her?” She asked.
“Haven’t decided yet mom, I haven’t exactly told her what I am.” I answered her.
“Oh, darling, do it quickly. The longer you wait the harder it’ll be. Your father told me immediately what he was and changed me that same night.” She said.
“Yes, but times are different than when you were younger.” I told her.
She scoffed, “I guess, but do bring her home soon. I want to meet the woman that caught my eldest son’s attention.”
“I’ll try, mother. I’ll talk to you later.” I hung up before she had a chance to say anything else.
I guess I’m due back at the castle soon. I wonder what Julia would think? It’s funny how one night of fun has turned into a game of cat and mouse. I’ve never been so attracted to anyone. I wanted to consume her in every way and become her everything.
I was trying to decide where to run into her next. I still didn’t have her phone number, not from her anyway. I had it from the background report, but I didn’t want to scare her off.
I decided to head home for now and spend some time with Angel, I think she would really enjoy that. I was still playing hooky from my duties and work. I wouldn’t be surprised if Wesley showed up at my doorstep to drag me away soon. I laughed at the thought of that short, old man doing anything of the sort. He was relentless though.
I got home to find Angel laying in my bed instead of hers.
“Did you miss me, precious?” I asked the fluffy, white dog. She barked and jumped down, begging for me to pet her. I picked her up and stroked her soft fur.
“I missed you, too.” I told her, thankful for the company. Soon enough, Julia would be in my home and in my arms. I just knew it.
Julia’s POV
Everywhere I went, it seemed Xander was there with his big smile. I have to admit he was starting to wear on me. If I didn’t know better, I’d say he was stalking me.
After countless asks, I finally gave him my phone number and agreed to come to his house for dinner. I was getting ready in a red dress with red heels. Maybe it was a little fancy, but I hadn’t dressed up since that night I met him at the bar. When I was finished with my makeup, I left my house in a hurry and got in the car. I drove to the address he texted me and indeed found it was right by the park where we bumped into each other.
When I got to his front door I rang the doorbell. I could hear barking from inside.
Xander opened the front door, and I could smell his musky cologne immediately. He smelled so good.
“Hi, Angel.” I greeted the small dog. She ran around in a circle and jumped on my legs to get me to pet her. I laughed and picked up the small animal to pet her. Xander grinned happily, he looked pleased.
“Come in, beautiful. Sit on the couch and I’ll finish prepping the food.” I sat down while he went to the kitchen. I could smell the pasta from here and my stomach rumbled.
A few minutes later he guided me to the dining area and pulled out my chair for me. I sat down and we talked over dinner. I told him about my family, and he didn’t tell me much about his. Just that he had both parents and a brother, and they were all fairly close.
He poured me a cup of red wine and I began to sip on the beverage.
After I finished my cup, he stood from his chair and came to me. He helped me up from my seat and cupped my face. I’m no fool, I knew this night would lead to this.
He lowered his head and pressed his lips to mine. He opened his mouth hungrily and we tasted each other for a long time. He gripped my ass and picked me up before taking me to the bedroom and closing the door, leaving Angel outside.
He kissed and licked my shoulders and neck, biting here and there and soothing the bites with licks. I was a wet and moaning mess underneath him.
“I’ve got to have you, baby.” He groaned as he started to undress me. He pulled off my dress followed by my panties and bra.
“I hope you don’t work tomorrow because I want you all night.” He said as he made his way down to my weeping slit. He licked up and down, side to side, driving me nuts.
“Please, I need more.” I begged him, wanting to be filled.
“I’ve got you baby, hang tight. He stripped his clothes off and began pumping his cock, the angry head swollen.
“Please, let me take you without a condom. Are you on birth control? I’ve never had sex without a condom so I’m safe.” He begged.
I’ve had sex without a condom with Ray, but of course he was the only person I’ve ever had sex with before Xander. I thought it over and agreed. He gave me a huge smile and slid into me. He felt even larger than before, so thick and long.
“This is amazing,” he moaned as he moved in me. I was too lost in ecstasy to say anything. He thrust his hips, pounding into me, making my breasts bounce. I felt my climax quickly approaching and then I fell over the edge, cumming on his cock. I heard a strangled groan and felt him spurt his hot seed into me.
Without removing himself, he slowly moved back and forth until he was fully hard again and he continued his movements, faster and faster.
“Xander!” I cried out.
“Julia, your pussy is so good.” He grunted while fucking me.
“Your cock is too good. Fuck me harder.” I demanded in my sea of lust.
He moved faster still; I could hear the headboard banging against the wall.
“You’re mine!” He growled before biting down on my shoulder. I screamed out as I creamed all over him again.
I felt him lick my shoulder before he grunted and released himself in me again.
“Your turn,” he smiled down at me. He flipped us on the bed to where I was on top of him, and he was instantly hard again. He groped my breasts while groaning, making me moan loudly.
I started to move my hips up and down and in circles, trying to fuck myself on his dick. He began playing with my clit, rubbing small circles on it. When I couldn’t keep up my motions from being in too much pleasure, he grabbed my hips and fucked up into me.
“Your pussy is mine!” He grunted as he filled me with his hot cum again. We spent the whole night fucking until I finally passed out from exhaustion.
Xander’s POVShe was mine. I marked her. She wouldn’t be able to tell but other supernatural creatures would. I grinned to myself. Damn, that pussy is so good. I’ve never had sex without a condom, I was afraid to get someone pregnant, but I wouldn’t mind if she ended up pregnant. I was disappointed she was on birth control. I wondered if I could do something about that.She laid next to me sleeping, her chest moved up and down with her breathing. I wondered when is the right time to tell her what I am? What if she doesn’t accept me? I softly bit into her neck again, tasting her sweet blood. I loved her taste. I sucked for a minute before licking it closed. I reached down and felt her still wet pussy, dripping with my cum. I rubbed soft circles around her clit with one hand and put two fingers inside her with the other, pumping them in and out. I continued until I felt her tense up and her pussy contract around my fingers. She mumbled a moan in her sleep, and I smiled, pleased with mys
Ray’s POVAll I felt was maddening pain. Every pore in my body burned and I felt like I was being toasted alive. Eventually, the pain stopped. When I came to, I felt magnificent. There was no more pain however it was replaced by an inexplicable thirst. I grabbed at my throat, eager to drink something. I looked around my surroundings and I was in an alleyway. No one to be seen. I stumbled forward, my senses on high alert. Every sound, every color, everything was vibrant. I sniffed the air, and an appealing aroma floated my direction. I took off towards the smell and came across a young couple making out against an alley wall outside a bar. I was thoroughly confused.I could hear their heart beats, and my vision focused on the pulses in their necks. I licked my lips. I could smell the blood running through their veins. Like a thoughtless animal, I stalked forward and ripped the woman from the man.“Hey buddy, what the fuck do you think you’re doing?” I heard him say, but I paid no mind.
Ray’s POVWhen daybreak arrived, I hissed. The sun was so bright in the room that I could barely stand it. Great, am I going to die if I walk out in the sunlight? I slowly moved one hand into the stream of sunlight, and nothing happened. Thank God. I don’t know what I would’ve done if I couldn’t go out into daylight.I tried to fall asleep all night, however, I couldn’t. My body wasn’t tired so I’m certain this has to do with my newfound vampirism. My throat was uncomfortably dry. I knew I needed to feed, and I was afraid to leave the room and run across Henry and May. I needed to wait for them to leave for work before I come out.I paced the room, waiting for 3 hours before I heard the front door close and them leave. I sighed in relief. Time to hunt. I truly didn’t want to, but I had to survive. I was a selfish man, if I had to feed off people to survive, I would do it.I hopped in my car and went to the next town over, trying to figure out how to find my prey.I settled on a seclud
Ray’s POV That was a close call. I went to her school to catch a glimpse of her, and she almost saw me. I paced back and forth by my car. I didn’t want to leave so soon. I think I’ll stay around town for a bit longer and see how she’s doing. I waited outside until school let out and followed her. She went to an unfamiliar house and knocked on the door before going in. I waited in my car for her to come out. Thirty minutes later she ran out the door. What the fuck? She had tears in her eyes and was obviously distressed. Who the fuck made her cry? I went up to the house and knocked on the door. Knock, knock, knock I waited until finally some guy opened up. He looked familiar. “Can I help you, Ray?” He drawled. “Why the fuck was she crying?” I pushed a finger into his chest and demanded. “I don’t think that’s your concern anymore since you broke her heart. She’s with me now. You better forget her.” He said with a creepy smile. Something was off about this guy. I didn’t like him o
Xander’s POVI had an uneasy feeling in my gut. Something has happened, I just don’t know what. I wondered if it had to do with the appearance of her ex-boyfriend. How the hell did he turn into a vampire, anyway? I was certain he was human when I saw him at the coffee shop.Uneasy, I decided to go to Julia’s house. I needed to see her, to make sure she was okay. I approached her front door when I noticed noises coming from inside. I concentrated and heard it clear as day, her moans. That bastard was bedding my mate. Enraged I wanted to bust in there and kick his ass, but I restrained myself. I knew that would cause issues between Julia and me.I backed up from her front porch and went back to my car. I slammed my fists on the steering wheel wondering where I first went wrong.I took deep breaths to calm myself. I can’t go around killing everyone who gets in my way, though I really wanted to.I would win her back, fair and square. She would come to me willingly and we’d have our child
Ray’s POVI made a U-turn and sped back to Julia’s house. She needed me immediately; I could hear it in her voice. The speedometer read 60 mph, 70 mph, 80 mph, up to 100 mph. I was flying down the highway to her.Thunk!It sounded like something landed on top of my car. That should be impossible at the speed I was going.Tap, tap, tapI looked over at my passenger window just in time to see the glass shatter. I shielded my eyes and nearly swerved off the road.“What the fuck!?” I yelled out.“Hey, pookie. I missed you.” A female voice sang out. I couldn’t believe my eyes; it was the chick from the bar; the weird blonde who hypnotized me. If I’m correct, she’s a vampire.“Get the fuck out!” I screamed at her, but she simply laughed.“I’ve come to fetch you. Let’s go.” She grabbed my arm with unbelievable force and yanked me out through the window. I saw my car go out of control and crash into several neighboring vehicles while she pulled me away.“Let go of me you crazy bitch!” I screa
Xander’s POVIt’s been three days since I’ve seen Julia. She hasn’t been home or at work and I was nervous. Did she take off with her ex? Was she kidnapped? I didn’t know what was going on and I was in a bad mood.“Sire, I have news.” Wesley told me over the phone receiver.“What is it?” I asked him. I told him to investigate what happened to Julia.“I tracked her scent to an old mansion owned by the Browns. I believe she’s there.” He said.The Browns were a prestigious vampire family. Mable and Harold Brown with children Willow and Jasper Brown. I didn’t know they lived nearby.“Find out more. If she’s there, I want to know for sure. We can’t interfere in the Browns affairs on a maybe.” I told him before I hung up.What would she be doing with one of the Browns? How did she get there? I restrained myself from going and snooping around. If I was caught, it would be hell for our family. You didn’t mess with the Browns. I may be royalty, but I wasn’t stupid enough to anger them. I’ve he
Xander’s POVKnock, knock, knock, knockWho the hell is banging on my door at this hour?I opened it up and found Ray, his hair was disheveled, and his clothes looked hastily thrown on.“I need your help,” he said as soon as the door opened. “They have Julia.”“Where is she?” I asked immediately, not wanting to waste any time.“I can take you there. It’s some mansion out in the middle of nowhere.” He said.The Browns. They do have her.“Tell me everything,” I prompted him as I put on my coat and walked out the front door.“Some brown-haired guy with a lip piercing kidnapped her, his name is Jasper. I was kidnapped by his sister, Willow. She finally left and I was able to escape. You don’t understand, they have an addictive power to their blood. I’m afraid she’s not in her right frame of mind.” He said.They must be sucking each other’s blood. It can make a vampire go crazy in lust to suck another’s blood like that.“I see.” I told him.“Follow me.” He took off running and I followed h
ONE YEAR LATERJames’ POVToday was the day, I would finally marry the love of my life. My soulmate, Julia.All of our family and friends were there including the hunters some of the wolves.We chose to hold the wedding at the castle, and I waited by the altar for her to come out. Our sons were dressed up in little suits and were waiting eagerly to see their mother.Church music played and soon Julia came walking out with her stepfather escorting her.She had a brilliant smile on her face as she walked towards me. I was the happiest man on earth. She wore a long white dress and had a lacy veil covering her face that was thin enough to where I could still see her and that beautiful smile.When they approached, she stood in front of me and the reverend began to speak. I couldn’t focus on anything other than my soon to be wife in front of me.We said our I do’s and I removed her veil, revealing her perfect face. We leaned in to kiss each other deeply, causing the crowd to hoot and cheer.
Jack’s POVI never saw myself as a hero, but I knew in my heart that I had to do this for Julia. I knew she wasn’t going to choose me, but I had to help. If becoming a badass creature was what I needed to do, I would do it.Travis tried to talk me out of it, but I had made up my mind. James seemed eager to have my help.“There’s a full moon in a couple of days, we will turn you into a wolf first and after you change on the full moon, we’ll give you vampire blood and kill you. It’s easier to do it this way versus making you a vampire first.” James explained to me.We went to the alpha and asked him to bite me. I wasn’t looking forward to this part. He changed into a large brown wolf and bit at my arm, making it bleed a lot. Shit, that fucking hurts.“Now we wait. You’ll change on the full moon and then we can move on to the next step. That will also give us a coupe of weeks to train you to fight.” James told me.I nodded my agreement. I couldn’t help but feel I was in over my head, but
James’ POVWhen I reached the bayou where the wolves stayed, I searched for a wolf and asked for their alpha. It was a long shot, but I needed help to make the weapon.“James? What are you doing here?” A tall man asked me. I looked him up and down and didn’t recognize him, but Julia told me about him, said his name was Cody and he helped us out before.“Julia is in trouble.” I told him.“What can I do to help?” He asked quickly.I explained to him about my plan to kill the ancient ones who ruined our lives, Claudia and Eric. As long as they were alive, we wouldn’t be able to find happiness.I need help getting the materials and forging the sword.He took me to consult with the witch doctor about the materials and she informed us it would take one month to make.“Are you serious?” I asked her again.“Yes, they aren’t easy materials to find and the recipe that you gave me needs time to meld together properly. Then we can forge the sword out of it. It’ll take one month to complete the pr
James’ POVWe arrived at a large castle and little James was nearly jumping out of seat in excitement. My son. We had Trent in a car seat in the back with him and we were ready to see my parents.Julia went in through the gate and parked the car. I looked up at the place where I had spent most of my life and can’t remember.We entered the castle, and Julia went straight to an office down a long corridor and knocked.A tall man who looked like me answered and dropped his jaw.“James…son.” I watched as a few tears fell from his eyes before he quickly wiped them away.“Meredith, come here!” He shouted down the hall.I heard running and saw a woman with long blonde hair who gasped and ran to me. She hugged me tightly and started to cry.“How is this possible? You’ve come back!” She cried out.“We met by chance. Him and Claudia are going through a divorce.” Julia explained to my parents.“He still doesn’t have his memories though. They erased everything from him.” She told them solemnly.M
Jack’s POVI knew him the moment he walked into the classroom. He was James, the father of Julia’s son. He was an idiot if he didn’t realize there was an exact clone of him right next to him.I became moody. So, he’s back in her life. That must be why she seemed so distracted, and I haven’t seen her at the bar.I’ll admit I was having daydreams about having her all to myself. For the first time in my life, I wanted something, but I have been too much of a coward to do something about it. I braced myself; I knew it was wrong as her son’s teacher, but I would pursue her. She opened up to me the other night, that had to count for something. She told me things that I could tell she hadn’t told a lot of people.I knew I needed to go after her, otherwise I would regret it.I decided to send her a text to see if she wanted to come over later. Worst she can say is no.James’ POVI took a swab to James’ mouth and one to mine and sent off the test with my assistant.“What are we doing?” He aske
Julia’s POVI slept with James and oh my God it was electric. Every time we come together there’s a powerful connection.“Baby, don’t leave yet, I need you again.” James pleaded.I gave in one last time before I had to get ready to take little James to school. Thank God vampires don’t need sleep.His touch lit my nerves on fire, and I was panting from the heat. I wanted more. I didn’t want this night to end, afraid that he’ll change his mind.“Baby, after you drop your son off at school, let’s get to know each other a little better.” James smiled at me.“I’d like that.” I told him.I hurriedly showered off our love making and got dressed, running out the door with little James to get him to school on time.I said hi to Jack as I dropped him off and Jack stopped me for a minute.“Yes?” I asked, confused what he needed.“Julia, are you okay? You seem distracted.” He asked.“I’m alright.” I told him.He grabbed my arm gently, “you can talk to me if you need to. I know everything, remembe
James’ POVClaudia finally took her shit and her son and left. It was just me and Trent now. He was still a baby. Even though he was a vampire and grew faster than normal didn’t change the fact that he was just born.I needed a babysitter or someone to watch him.My mind drifted to that woman I saw at the park with the long brown hair and blue eyes. I didn’t know why I’d be thinking about her at a time like this.I shook those thoughts from my head and posted an anonymous ad online for a babysitter.I quickly received several requests from women of all ages, but one name stuck out to me. “Julia.” I said out loud.I don’t know why, but I felt like she was the one. I sent her a message asking her to meet at a park this afternoon so I could introduce her to Trent and interview her.She messaged back asking if she could bring her son and I told her that was fine.I looked at the clock, five o clock wasn’t too far off. I needed to get Trent ready to go out. I packed a couple bottles of blo
Julia’s POVJames had been in school for one month when I thought I saw a familiar figure at the park playing with two boys. But no, it couldn’t be.“James?” I called out.The man turned around and it was him.“I’m sorry, do we know each other?” He asked.I had a decision to make. To tell him the truth or let him go. I chose the latter, “no, we don’t I’m sorry.”He stared at me curiously before I quickly retreated with his son before he could see his father. Tears streamed down my face. I wasn’t an idiot; I knew those kids were probably his. He didn’t seem to have his memories either. Claudia succeeded in making James hers. I had to give up on him, I had no way to fight Claudia or the memory loss. Now that he has children, I knew he wouldn’t abandon them.When we got back to the house, Travis was waiting inside. He took one look at me and knew what happened.“I’m so sorry, Julia.” He said as I ran to him in tears.“Mom, are you okay?” James asked me.I nodded my head, “I’m fine baby,
James’ POV Claudia just gave birth to our second son, Trent. Our first son’s name was Julius. I was a happy man. I had Claudia and my sons. I had a feeling I was forgetting something but with time I learned to ignore it. We were planning on moving to Texas soon to get away from the rest of her family. She was tired of her brother Eric always nagging her. She said we lived too close to the plantation where he stayed. We had bought a large lake house a woman was selling for cheap and we were going to move in next week. “I love you, James.” Claudia cooed at me. “I love you, too Claudia.” I told her. When we first met, I had just been in a car accident, and I had amnesia, all I could remember was my name. She had found me wandering the streets of New Orleans and took me in. She was patient with me and at first, I was frustrated having no memories but with time, I learned to accept it. She was already pregnant when we first met but I was fine with it. I didn’t really like her very mu