My eyes snapped open, my body jolting upright as we hit a bump in the road. I must've dozed off, as the road signs said Atlanta was a mere ten miles away. My nap had been dreamless, floating in the blissful darkness without a lingering thought. The knots in my stomach came back full force as I remembered what we were doing tonight.
Alpha Asher had talked to me in privat
The six of us wandered inside the club, the floor practically vibrating from the bass of the music. Red and white lights flashed in the air, dazzling me each time they crossed my vision. The entire club was coated in harsh red light, even the scattered furniture was red velvet.
If Alpha Asher was surprised by the Vampire's words, he didn't let it show. Alpha Asher's face remained an impassive mask, disinterest flashing in his eyes. I wondered how he managed to keep his cool, and how long it had taken him to perfect that technique. Alpha Asher raked his eyes over the Vampire lazily, a neutral expression on his face. I honed my features, hoping they would convey the same disinterest.
“I want to see Sean first.” I frowned, my eyes flickering to the mess in the fighting ring.“Of course.” Tristan’s velvety voice caressed my skin, but did nothing to erase the disgust burning in my stomach.
Breyona's P.o.vThe moment Lola asked Mason and I to come save her brother Sean, my heart dropped. An image of my mate--Giovanni popped into my mind. His soft curly hair, his deep and intoxicating eyes. The musky yet sweet scent that swirled around him, clinging to my nose and calling to my soul.
Lola’s P.o.vThe power of our deal rippled through the air, sending a chilling wave over my body. The wave rippled and cracked, as though it were made of ice. Instead of passing over me, it delved into my skin and sunk deep into my bones.
The shadows slithered from sight, maneuvering through the tall grass unseen. Alpha Asher's wide eyes met my own as he too could see them slithering. I was thankful he couldn't hear their seductive whispers, begging me to call on them again.'Mason...' Maya gasped, cringing against the icy torrent invading my body.
While I was desperate to succ*mb to the darkness, I would have to try again tomorrow night.For the second time, I stood outside my body and looked down at mine and Alpha Asher's sleeping forms. A scowl was etched onto my sleeping face, as though I were having a nightmare.
Staying connected to Tristan felt like a silver shard lodged in the bloodstream. Sure, a small part of me longed for him but the rest of me absolutely loathed the Vampire. I felt no animosity or distain towards Alpha Asher, as his touch and presence seemed to consume me entirely.Still, I couldn't deny that staying connected to Tristan didn't have its benefits. If I man