She stepped out of the lukewarm shower feeling clean. Her body had relaxed from the symphony of sensations. Pulling the soft towel around herself she padded out into the bedroom. The temperature in the room has suddenly dropped several degrees and she felt a shiver pass down her spine. She walked to the thermostat as goosebumps began to prickle along her skin. Discarding her towel she pulled on a shirt night dress that was a soft pink.She reached for her brush and suddenly thought she heard a whisper."Anna..."Turning quickly behind her, her eyes roamed the dimly lit room. Nothing there just the furniture and darkness. Jesus, you really do know how to psych yourself out. She scolded herself. She sat Infront of the vanity mirror and started to untangle her wet locks. She felt a soft touch to her shoulder. She startled, dropping her brush."Anna...""Alright who ever you are show yourself," she squeezed out.She was met with silence, only rustling of the curtains from the heat blowing
What about meeting a stranger in a garden at a castle is serendipitous? Frankly she was more concerned that the man of her dreams actually existed in real life. When in the universe would this even be considered possible? She stared at this man trying to keep her jaw from hitting the ground."Would you care to see where the next path goes with me? " he asked taking a step forward."Well I don't think wandering into an unknown garden with a stranger is the brightest idea I've ever had" she answered honestly."That is true" he chuckled, "but why not live for today?"She was hesitant, but she felt a pull to him. She felt almost safe with him. She told herself it was likely because she had an entire fantasy life with this man, and that was not a reason to trust the flesh. Still, she found herself giving in."Alright, but let us stick to the paths" she firmly stated." Of course" he gestured for her to follow him.They found the set on another shell like pathway. It curves around the trees
Anna emerged out of the shower with her hair plastered to her back. She was certain she had removed every stray unwanted hair from her body. She had washed in her favorite bath scent. Now it was time oil up her skin so it would be soft. She looked at the clock, two hours reaming. Alright time to go from a pumpkin to a princess she muttered to herself.Once the oil was applied she began to dry her hair. She wasn't going to straighten it so a little dampness underneath would be fine, she could still put this into a bun. Teeth bobby pins later she was wondering why she kept her hair so long. "Ok now to ice the cake, where the hell is that bag?" she cursed out loud.She didn't often wear makeup so if he was expect a spectra show in that department he was going to be sorely disappointed. Then she slid into her dress. It was a clingy satin in a deep green hue. She added silver heels to set off. When she had determined there was nothing further she could do to improve herself she exited the
Anna stirred in the bed. The sheet lay barely covering her bottom, her breasts pushed tight against a hard wall. Her arms strewn across something large. Then she realized it was not a wall at all, it was him. He was holding her in a comforting yet fortified embrace. She didn't want to look to see if he was awake, she knew she must look like a train wreck. She wondered how she could get herself out of his arms to tidy up and pee. She slowly started to slide down the bed, his arms giving slightly when she thought she was free she tried to put her feet on the floor. She miscalculated though and ended up hitting her ass on the cold wood.She didn't move, hoping he was not awake from the large thud she'd made. When she heard nothing she got up and went to the bathroom, her hair was everywhere, like she had teased it for an emo event. Brushing it down she spotted a soft bruise in her neck. Shit, is that a hickey? She decided to brush her hair over it. She peed and then found a spare toothbru
The room felt incredibly small at this moment. Suffocated. She felt suffocated. How was this even possible? She had to be in a dream, that is it! She isn't awake at all. She grabbed her wrist and pinched as hard as she could to wake herself up."Shit!" She cried the burning pain from her nails hitting her flesh."It is not a dream. I am real, so are you, so is this" he said allowing his vampire features to come forward. Long sharp fangs, claw like nails, black eyes almost soulless, and danger. She felt like he was danger. She started to shift and tremor."My darling please don't be afraid" he whispered.It felt confusing and yet familiar. She was sure she had never dreamt any of this. What is happening?"How...how....why" she stuttered unable to compose her thoughts."We have been this way before. You were my soulmate, my love in a past life...at least for you. I have existed for centuries waiting for you again" Ian said, the sadness in his voice palpable.Then like lighting a flash o
It had been four days and Anna was still not awake. Ian had been close to her side the entire time. He was becoming desolate with each passing day. What if she did not wake? What would become of him then? He paced the room praying, to what he was not even sure, immortal beings don't have traditional gods. He turned to face Anna. He had made sure to bathe her and brush her hair everyday. She lay there still as a statue in her pink silk night gown. Were it not for her breathing one would almost think she was dead."Oh my darling, I cannot survive much longer with you in this state" he pleaded.Anna's eyes fluttered and her heart began to pick up pace.Ian took notice."Please Anna come back to me!" he cried out.He was a proud man but for her he would grovel across glass if it would bring her back."Not so loud" Anna whispered, so hoarse from being silent for days."Thank the gods" he cried pulling her to him."You scared me" he said his face in her neck " I thought I had lost you.""Wel
"You seek an answer for whom is the original?" the old woman said."Yes, we are told you have received the papers" Council member Greyson said."I have and the blood" the old wan turned, her scarred eye blind eye facing the men "You may not like the answers I provide...but payment is still due."Greyson tossed a bag of gold coins on the table. The woman picked up a coin and smirked."Old blood money, something's never change" she said "Alright sit and touch nothing."The five gentleman sat down and waited for the Seer to begin her show."I call upon the spirits to answer our need" the Seer said " I call upon the spirits to answer our need".The room became very dark, the candles dimmed. The temperature became cold. The men became uncomfortable realizing that they were no longer 'alone'."Ask your question," the Seer said to the men."We wish to know if Ian Night is an original?" Council member Greyson stated.The wind blew through the room, the candles flickered, and the table started
"In a moment the doors will open" the lady said.Deep breath, Anna. She was talking the nerves out of herself. Ian had meant it when he said he was going to finish the claiming process. Now, here she is in a soft lavender gown with her hair in curls. She blew out her held breath."It's time." the lady said, ushering her through the doors. The room was lit dimly with candles, music playing in the background, and Ian was there. He look unbelievable in his dark suit with gold accents. He turned to face her and smiled.'Gorgeous as always' he said in her mind.The blush on her cheeks was visible. She avoided looking anywhere but him as she may lose her nerve. Once she reached the end of aisle she briefly glimpsed the room. There were fifty people here for this. She didn't know a single person, all family of Ian she assumed. She looked at Ian, and she could sense his excitement."We have gathered to formalize the union between Lord Ian Night and Miss Anna Redglass" the woman said."A bond
Helga rounded the corner from the office and began to walk towards the back of the mansion. Her face was a perfect blank slate, but inside her stomach churned with unease. The master's appetite for slaves was increasing weekly. She had thought that perhaps this girl would be the last. He kept her for almost three months. However, now looking back he had been distracted with this one. Now he had that same crazed look. As if he was a man possessed.She quickly approached the heavy wooden door to the cellar. She pushed the door open and began the slow decent down the stone spiral case. Her heels clicking across the stone echoed off the walls. Once at the bottom she saw the long row of doors. To the left those that were not ready yet to be fed to the master. To the right those that were viable. As she looked down the rows more doors were empty on the right. Each room held two girls. There were 12 rooms in all here in the cellar. She shook off her guilt and walked down the hall.Faint sobs
"How much more time could you possibly need" the man shouted."Well father, since you offer no services of your own it does require me to stop my current engagements to entertain your destruction plans." Desmond stated flatly."You arrogant bastard. I made you! You are nothing without me." the man yelled."Yes the great Councilman Grey is indeed nothing without his bastard son to play to the others." Desmond smirked.He was in no mood for his "father's" commotions. In fact, he had decided last night that the councilman had served all his purpose."You would have nothing without my name boy" Grey said. His face was red with anger. Quite a feet for the disgustingly pale vampire.Just then Desmond moved and pinned Grey to the wall. His claws extended digging into the flesh of his neck."That is where you are mistaken. I only needed you to turn this forsaken human I was reborn into. I need none of your power I have my own!" Desmond Seether. His eyes began to swirl a deep red."Wha...What..
Anna sat up in the bed gasping for air and grabbing her neck. A tear was rolling down her cheek."Ian" she whispered, "Ian please save me."With that the door slammed open and Ian was in her sight within a second. She collapsed into his arms, sobbing."My love what is wrong?" Ian asked his brows furrowed."He is coming Ian, he is coming" she sobbed."Who my love?" Ian questioned."Akenos....he is coming" she broke down in his shoulder.Akenos....Akenos. Ian couldn't place it. It felt like he should know this but it didn't seem to mean anything. He held her closer and rubbed circles on her back. "No one will harm you" he said firmly.Anna grabbed his wrist and placed her thumb on his pulse."See" she cried and then lighting went through Ian's skin. His mind became jumbled with thoughts and memories. Then he felt it. A wall coming down between his souls. A surge a raw energy crawling through his skin. And then he could smell him."Akenos!!!" he roared his eyes obsidian."I will slaught
He saw her there. Her long brown hair blowing in the wind and her skirt dancing across the breeze. She was an undeniable beauty. Akenos had never felt his heart stop beating in his chest at the sight of a woman. She was the one. He never intended on taking a mate, there was no need. He had many women to warm his bed. However now it seems there maybe one worth breaking his rules."I don't believe I have ever seen you at the eternity pools?" Akenos said out loud in his baritone voice."Perhaps that is because I have chosen for you not to see" the woman answered."Unlikely no one can hide from me. I am a God. And not just any God I am the god of destruction and desire." Akenos said the cockiness oozing from his voice."Destruction and desire? Such an odd pairing. Must make you very ineffective at your duties" the woman quipped.Akenos was incensed. Who was this woman to insult him."I am quite well at my job. Destruction can be desired and desire can be powerful enough to lead to destruc
"Tell me you will accomplish what I ask of you this time Desmond?" the man said."Yes father. I have a spy giving me the inner workings. In a few days Ian will soon be out of your hair." Desmond said rolling his eyes. This conversation had gotten. old twenty minutes ago when his father wanted the specific details of how he would rid him of Ian."Don't fuck up this time." the man said and stormed out of the office.Desmond leaned back in his chair. He had solid information that Ian had taken a bride. He knew this was the moment to strike. It would have the sweetest taste of revenge. Revenge he had been seething for. The door suddenly opened and on walked his slave."You did not knock slave!" Desmond shouted."Sorry M-m-master I was distracted by the man yelling in the hall" the girl said lowering her eyes to the floor.Yelling. Then he heard it, his father berating one of his servants over not bowing. Such a selfish prick he thought. So full of glory he never had."See that it does not
"Are you coming my pet?"I heard the voice to the left of me. I looked down at myself and saw golden silk skirts and a gold and ruby encrusted bralette. I looked up to an amazing view of white flowered trees and clear waters. Where was I?"Darling?"I turned my head to the left a d there he stood. It looked like Ian, but he felt different. He was more ethereal, more powerful, more raw energy. He took my hand and lead me across the hall. The large door opened a d I heard a soft coo."Yes Ethos, she's home. Your mother has returned." the man said.Mother? Me?I looked down at the small boy with his dark hair and green eyes just like the man. I felt my heart fluttering inside. A recognition of some kind. The boys small fingers grasped my hand and just like a lock clicking into place all of my lives snapped together in that moment. My son, my child lost to me....my love."Kha..." I said turning to the man."Yes my darling" he smiled at me."I have missed you so" I whispered.He chuckled so
"Please....more" Anna was begging. She wasn't even sure if it was her voice. She felt her body starting to burn."Alright my love" Ian breathed into her bosom.He reached around and pulled the zipper down from the back of her dress. He slowly pulled her dress down from her shoulder and exposed her breasts. He slowly kissed his way down to her erect nipples. He took one in his mouth and began to suck. Anna felt her insides clench. She began to feel an itch in her mouth, like something was missing."Ian....I need..."Anna whispered.In one smooth motion he pulled the rest of her dress to the floor and her legs around his waist. He firmly gripped her ass and growled."Don't be afraid. Go with your instinct" Ian breathed.Anna put her hands in his long dark hair. She began to massage his scalp and squeeze her legs. He reached down and ripped her panties off."Oh" she squealed out.He smirked. He began to shuck off his jacket as one hand kept her firmly in the air. Anna reached down and und
"In a moment the doors will open" the lady said.Deep breath, Anna. She was talking the nerves out of herself. Ian had meant it when he said he was going to finish the claiming process. Now, here she is in a soft lavender gown with her hair in curls. She blew out her held breath."It's time." the lady said, ushering her through the doors. The room was lit dimly with candles, music playing in the background, and Ian was there. He look unbelievable in his dark suit with gold accents. He turned to face her and smiled.'Gorgeous as always' he said in her mind.The blush on her cheeks was visible. She avoided looking anywhere but him as she may lose her nerve. Once she reached the end of aisle she briefly glimpsed the room. There were fifty people here for this. She didn't know a single person, all family of Ian she assumed. She looked at Ian, and she could sense his excitement."We have gathered to formalize the union between Lord Ian Night and Miss Anna Redglass" the woman said."A bond
"You seek an answer for whom is the original?" the old woman said."Yes, we are told you have received the papers" Council member Greyson said."I have and the blood" the old wan turned, her scarred eye blind eye facing the men "You may not like the answers I provide...but payment is still due."Greyson tossed a bag of gold coins on the table. The woman picked up a coin and smirked."Old blood money, something's never change" she said "Alright sit and touch nothing."The five gentleman sat down and waited for the Seer to begin her show."I call upon the spirits to answer our need" the Seer said " I call upon the spirits to answer our need".The room became very dark, the candles dimmed. The temperature became cold. The men became uncomfortable realizing that they were no longer 'alone'."Ask your question," the Seer said to the men."We wish to know if Ian Night is an original?" Council member Greyson stated.The wind blew through the room, the candles flickered, and the table started