Natasha's POVMy hand was left hanging when the door of my room opened before I could even touch the doorknob."Good morning," Valerian greeted me."Good morning," I greeted him back as I subtly took a step back because I realized that we were a little bit too close to each other and I was starting to get flustered.I want to scold myself for feeling this way around him lately but I literally can't do anything about it because my feelings are so stubborn.I guess I will just let myself feel what I feel instead of trying to make sense of it because I can't— I will just lose my mind."I have things to do in the office, you want to come?" Valerian asked.I nod. "I guess, I have nothing to do here except rot in your house all day."It's true, whenever Valerian works and I'm left alone at his house, I literally have nothing to do but wait for him to come home.I like the peacefulness and silence in his house but it gets boring and well... lonely.Unlike when I'm in his office, even if he h
Natasha's POVDays went by so fast that the next thing I knew, I was already packing for my and Valerian's trip to Greece.Actually, I don't know what to expect since it's Valerian's business trip, if you think about it, it's not really a vacation but I'm keeping my hopes up that I will still get to explore because Valerian told me that we are going to Santorini. I saw how beautiful Santorini is in the magazines and I can't deny that I've dreamed of going there-- and now, I can't believe it's going to happen. All because of the devil, Valerian Fenrir."Ooh, you should pack this pretty dress. It will be perfect for brunch in Santorini." Elyse handed me a white beautiful sundress. She's right, I feel like I'll be so beautiful walking around a pretty restaurant in the city.Elyse volunteered to help me pack the moment she learned that I was going with Valerian for a business trip.She was more than excited for me and Valerian.She's so so so excited that I asked her to come with us becau
Natasha's POVTime goes by so slowly when you're so excited about something but it didn't take long for Valerian to get ready and prepare everything.The next thing I know, we're already driving to the airport where his private jet is.I've never ridden or even seen an airplane personally in my whole life and I don't know what to expect except it will be luxurious since Valerian owns it and he just naturally screams luxury and old money.The moment we arrived at the airport, there were people who welcomed us. They attended to our luggage especially mine because I have two suitcases and travel bags with me.When Valerian saw my luggage, he didn't say anything. He knows that Elyse helped me pack and I'm assuming he already knew what to expect.We were escorted to a secluded area with a number of private jets around.I was in total awe when we entered the airport and I didn't think I could be more surprised."Valerian," I called. "Do you own all this?"I have no business asking Valerian'
Natasha's POV"Are we there yet?" I asked Valerian as I rested my back on the car seat.A couple of hours had passed and I think I was starting to get sick of sitting in the car doing nothing.I played games on my phone and busied myself with the views outside but I did it for too long that I eventually got bored and now I have nothing left to do."Almost," Valerian answered.My face lit up a little. "Really?""Yeah. . ." he trailed off.I creased my forehead in confusion. "You're not so sure?""Are you sure you want me to sprint this car?" Valerian asked which made the crease in my forehead grow wider.Oh goodness. He really thinks I'm scared of car rides just because I was scared in the airplane earlier."I swear to you I'm not scared," I told him."Okay." Valerian nodded. "But even if I do so, we still have a few hours left."I pursed my lips. "Really?"He nodded once again.Gosh. I should have just faced my fears and rode the plane earlier.I know that the town I lived in my whole
Natasha's POVIt was already night when we finally arrived at the hotel we were going to stay at in Greece.Me and Valerian are staying in a 5 star hotel and knowing Valerian, it is typical and normal for him to do that. I couldn't be a hypocrite though. I love the place and I'm so glad we stay here.The hotel is huge and so luxurious. Everything that I laid my eyes on is beautiful and elegant.The ambiance of the place is so nice.When we arrived in Athens, Greece, it was just like arriving at my fantasy world— entering a portal where I can be whoever I want without getting recognized by anyone; without having to worry about a single thing in the world right now.I'm here, finally.It feels kind of strange actually— the overwhelming emotions and feelings that I feel right now, but one thing is for sure and I know: I feel freedom.So this is what freedom tastes like. It tasted good.I can't help but smile to myself as I looked out the huge window in our hotel room.I want to thank Val
Natasha's POVValerian and I ended up not going out and just staying in the bathroom doing wonders the rest of the night.When it was already 8 in the morning, he told me to get ready because he needed to meet some investors and his business partner today and we're also going out after that.I made him swear that he was seriously going to take me out today and not plot another mischievous plan.He said yes and now we're at the restaurant of the hotel, having breakfast, like normal humans. He told me that we needed to do it to not come out as suspicious because we arrived here yesterday and didn't order any sort of food or hotel room service.We both don't really get hungry but we need to eat, in front of people-- humans."Does it taste good?" I asked Valerian as I watched him butter his bread."Not as good as a human heart," he whispered.I widened my eyes at him and he put up his hands in surrender."Just kidding."I asked Valerian if his food tasted good because as far as I remember
Natasha's POVWe arrived at the site Valerian was talking about and I was in complete awe seeing the beautiful and spacious landscape."What are you planning to build here?" I asked Valerian, my voice coated with admiration of the place.It's a bit windy and I love it.It feels so refreshing and peaceful."Another empire," Valerian answered.I can't help but smile now that I know what that means and why he's doing something like this.I admire how hardworking Valerian is. He really goes all out for his work. He meets with investors and business partners in a different country to build what he envisions.I admire his dedication."Gosh, it's so beautiful here," I muttered as I took a deep breath of air."You like it here?" Valerian asked.I nodded almost immediately. "Yes, I do. I like it here very much."I can't help but start wandering around the place.There's really nothing in the place yet except a huge field of grass and small trees but it is such a beauty to me. The whole place i
Natasha's POVValerian kissed me passionately as the sun slowly set.I opened my eyes and I saw how gorgeous Valerian was under the sun illuminating his face.I broke off our kiss and moved a little away from him to see his face properly and gosh, I think I'm going to melt seeing how handsome Valerian is. He is so beautiful."You look pretty," Valerian said.We are now staring into each other's faces intently, admiring each other's beauty."You handsome devil," I blurted out.Valerian chuckled upon hearing what I said.I wanted to apologize for calling him a devil but looks like he was not offended by it. Of course, he thought I was just teasing, he didn't know that that's my little nickname for him.I mentally chuckled."Natasha," Valerian called.I flashed a little smile. "What is it?""I have a question that might make you a little uncomfortable."My heart started beating fast inside my chest upon hearing what Valerian just said.Oh fuck.What is he going to ask and why is it going
Natasha's POV5 years later. . ."Don't be scared. There's nothing to be scared of riding an airplane. You wouldn't even know we're up in the sky.""But, that's scary, Daddy!"I frowned as I glared at Valerian.I remember him telling me those exact words 5 years ago and me getting even more scared of the plane ride."Come here, baby. Mommy will hold you so you will not be scared anymore," I said as I grabbed my daughter from her father.My daughter pursed her lips. "But, I'm really scared, Mommy.""I know, I know, baby. But I'm here, Daddy is here too, we will protect you," I reassured her as I hugged her small body, fragile body."Darling, I think we should not force her, I can drive us to the place," Valerian chimed in.I shook my head. "The car drive will take over 10 hours, she will have a hard time."But, we should not force her, love," Valerian reasoned out."We are not forcing her, we're teaching her to be brave." I turned to my daughter. "Right, baby? You want to be brave, rig
Third-Person Point of ViewAs the sun started to rise, more damage from the fight became visible.The fight may have already stopped but the damage it has left from the hearts of the ones that survived can never be forgotten."Valerian!" Victorio yelled at Valerian upon seeing him with Natasha on his arm.Victorio's heart hammered inside his chest as he quickly ran in their direction."Is she okay? What happened to her?" Victorio quickly asked as he kneeled down in front of Valerian who was sitting on the floor."She's fine, she just passed out," Valerian answered. "How about you? Are you alright?" he asked when he saw the blood scattered all around Victorio's clothes and face.Victorio nodded. "Ezra is fine too, I kept him safe.""Thank you," Valerian thanked Victorio.Valerian feels so bad for Ezra. He knows he's been hurting so much from losing Elyse as he is too. They share the same pain so he understands Ezra with all his heart."It's done," Victorio whispered upon seeing Acanthu
Third-Person Point of ViewAcanthus and his pack prepared everything— from weapons to their skills and strength— before they fled their town to go to war.Acanthus had prepared his whole pack for years and years, getting them ready to get his revenge on his mortal enemy, vampires— the Fenrir's specifically. And now he is ready.Acanthus firmly believes that he has the upper hand upon seeing how devastated Valerian Fenrir looked earlier staring at his daughter, Natasha.He believed that he could surely use that to win and kill Valerian Fenrir.When Acanthus sent his daughter to the city to kill Valerian Fenrir, he was overly confident that Natasha could kill Valerian because he trained her starting from the day that Natasha learned how to walk and he's also aware of Natasha's skills and strength but Acanthus was more than disappointed when instead of killing Valerian, Natasha fell in love with him. He thought that he had already done everything for them to stop being mates.And so he h
Valerian's POVI am known to be ruthless.I am known to be a devil.Both by humans and vampires.I am often labeled as cold.As stern.As hard.I've lived hundreds of years in this lifetime and I already came to terms with that, that even I, myself believed that I am. I had to.But, upon hearing my sister's voicemails to me, I felt weak. Upon hearing that Natasha was crying and that my sister is also in danger in the middle of nowhere, I once again hated being immortal because the pain and worry that I feel felt like it could kill me but I could not be killed and it's the fucking worst. It's hell."Drive faster, Ezra," I ordered Ezra and he did so.I could see him gripping the steering wheel tightly as he drove my car, almost wanting to make it fly."Tell me what happened to Elyse, Valerian." He gritted his teeth.I fell silent.I had outlived my parents years ago. I saw my friends die. But there's nothing like the pain of losing my sister.I breathed sharply as memories of me and Ely
Third-Person Point of ViewAll Elyse could do was stare at Natasha's back as she ran away.Elyse tried to call out for her but Natasha was dedicated to not turning her back to look at her. She just continued to run until she was out of the mansion's gate.Elyse's eyes followed her as she watched her get in the car and drive off.Realizing that Natasha was gone, Elyse suddenly came back to reality.She quickly got her keys and went inside her car, deciding to follow the old red Chevy without thinking about anything.Elyse was more than willing to help Natasha because she strongly felt like her friend was in trouble even though Natasha would not tell her anything.She wanted to give as much help as she could and she thought if Natasha would not tell her what was wrong, she will going to find out about it herself. She can't just sit around and stand by knowing that her friend, Natasha might be in great danger. She knew that she would be in danger because of what she saw in her vision whe
Natasha's POVWe have arrived at our town after hours of driving.It's been months since I've been here, it has been months since I last saw my parents, it has been months since the last time I was here, and in those times, Sayna was still alive.I thought it would be nostalgic being in here again but it does not feel like it. It feels different, it feels strange. And I know because my comfort is not here anymore.I thought of the city, of the people in there, of Elyse, of Valerian. . .Valerian. . .Hurt is an understatement to describe the pain that I'm feeling in my heart right now.I lost the most important person in my life and it feels like I'm going to lose someone that had become important to me, too.It hurts.It hurts so much I don't have any words to describe what I'm feeling.The heaviness that I felt in my heart was so hard to contain that my eyes would not stop tearing up.I lost Sayna.I lost Sayna and the reason for that loss is the man that I love.Is the man that I l
Natasha's POVThe sun was already rising when we got home.It was a long flight but Valerian and I were fully rested because of how comfortable the insides of his private jet were.I got scared again when we got on the plane but Valerian never let go of my hand and never stopped reassuring me that everything would be okay and that I had nothing to be scared of.I was scared for the first couple of minutes when the plane took off but I eventually got comfortable beside Valerian and the next thing I knew, I was not scared anymore. It was like, I was not even scared of the plane ever.I was able to face my fear of the plane and I'm hoping that the fear of being home again and going back to reality of my life with Valerian will go away.As soon as we were set at home, Valerian immediately told me that he had to go to his office. He asked me if I wanted to go with him but I refused because I knew he had a lot of work to do and I didn't want to get on his way."Drive safe," I told him as I
Natasha's POVI took a deep breath as I stared at the ceiling.Valerian is lying down beside me and he is quiet.We have both been quiet since we got back to our villa from the restaurant.He managed to calm me down and stopped me from crying earlier at the restaurant by promising me a lot of things like he would fix everything for me and I believe him. I genuinely believed that he would do that.I started to trust Valerian unknowingly and I'm glad that I do.We had a quiet and peaceful dinner and when we got to our villa, no one said anything.I was quiet so was Valerian.A lot of thoughts running through my head and Valerian seemed like he was thinking deeply about something too."How are you feeling?" he suddenly asked beside me."Good," I answered. My voice came out hoarse because of all the crying that I had done earlier.Embarrassment started to form in me upon realizing what I had done earlier.I refused to believe that I broke down in front of him and it was even in public but
Natasha's POVThe sail from Athens to Santorini was approximately 4 hours but it became 6 because of all the miracles that Valerian and I did in the middle of the ocean.I can't believe that we even did it outside on the deck!When Valerian finally told me that we were going to Santorini, I got so excited that I just gave in to him and did whatever he wanted us to do and now I'm rethinking my decision because I feel kind of uncomfortable right in the middle of my thighs."Are you okay, darling?" Valerian asked. "Does your feet hurt?""Yeah, I'm okay," I just answered as I did my best to walk properly without limping towards the bed.I sighed loudly when I finally reached the bed and finally laid down."What happened?" Valerian asked as he sat down beside me on the bed."You happened," I replied.We're at the Villa house that Valerian got for us here at a resort in Santorini. I wanted to explore the place even the whole villa but I really felt uncomfortable in between my thighs that I