Ethan
I paced in the study like someone who'd just drunk an entire pot of coffee and needed to work it out of his system.
All I tasted was her.
Her blood was still on my tongue — on my lips — and her memories, the ones that came with her blood — the ones that came at the price of me sharing my own — were so horrific I'd checked my watch at least five times to see if I'd make it across town and back without her knowing.
I wanted to murder her mother.
And the rest of the humans she'd been studying with.
Yes, secrecy was necessary, but to force the humans to think so little about themselves — especially Genesis — was criminal.
She was nearing. I could smell her.
Two footsteps and she'd be in the room.
And I'd probably lose my mind with the madness that always came with her scent.
"Nice study." Her voice was husky, dripping with seduction without even trying.
I broke the pencil in my hand and dropped it to the ground, tur
Genesis"I've been here before," I blurted when Ethan pulled up to a downtown book shop around fifteen minutes from his house. It was one of my favorites. It had the best scones in the world, and the coffee was well-known in the area. "It's called Wolf's.""Funny, right?" Ethan smirked.I rolled my eyes and got out of the car. Did that mean I'd met the owner before? The bookstore wasn't huge like a Barnes and Noble, but it was big enough that it had two levels and multiple employees.The bell on the door chimed as Ethan opened it and ushered me in. The smell of books was so familiar my knees almost gave way."Ethan." A man who looked like he was around my age smiled in our direction and made his way toward us. He seemed younger than Mason even; he had the same shaggy hair and really dark brown eyes — almost black. "So this is… Genesis.""Hi." I waved awkwardly, unsure of how I was supposed to address him since, technically, nobody knew what he was
EthanHer eyes were green.Just like mine.I felt her emotions like they were my own — relived the entire thing as if I was killing Ara all over again.She'd done the unthinkable. She'd not only lied to her mate but cheated on him and produced a child with that lie. I knew Genesis wouldn't understand. But I also knew trying to get her to understand while she was still trembling from shock wouldn't do any good."You didn't have to kill her." Genesis's voice was hollow, her eyes still blazing green."I did." I touched my forehead to hers. "Because if I didn't, Cassius would have.""She slept with Cassius?""He never said." I sighed. "He never admitted it. The child was — not normal.""Not normal?""She wasn't a vampire.""What was she?""I don't know," I whispered. "Perhaps I'll never know — maybe that was Cassius's way of protecting me, of protecting my bloodline, my reputation, though it hardly mattered once eve
EthanHer eyes were green.Just like mine.I felt her emotions like they were my own — relived the entire thing as if I was killing Ara all over again.She'd done the unthinkable. She'd not only lied to her mate but cheated on him and produced a child with that lie. I knew Genesis wouldn't understand. But I also knew trying to get her to understand while she was still trembling from shock wouldn't do any good."You didn't have to kill her." Genesis's voice was hollow, her eyes still blazing green."I did." I touched my forehead to hers. "Because if I didn't, Cassius would have.""She slept with Cassius?""He never said." I sighed. "He never admitted it. The child was — not normal.""Not normal?""She wasn't a vampire.""What was she?""I don't know," I whispered. "Perhaps I'll never know — maybe that was Cassius's way of protecting me, of protecting my bloodline, my reputation, though it hardly mattered once eve
GenesisHe slept for hours. I stayed. A part of me wanted to leave, but he was right. After ten minutes, I'd calmed down enough to think about the situation logically, not that I still wasn't terrified he'd end up killing me. I no longer felt safe, but I didn't feel like Ethan was a threat.I'd used his fangs to drop blood into his mouth, hoping it would have the same effect, since he was going to sleep. I wasn't sure if it would help him understand me better, but if it was a night for sharing, maybe he could at least pull information from my past.I wasn't confident it would be helpful. He'd probably be bored out of his mind, but it was worth a try.Two hours after giving him my blood, he jolted awake, nearly sending me off the bed in fear."Ara," he yelled.I flinched. "Ethan? You were dreaming. It's okay." Clearly, my blood hadn't worked.He turned, his eyes predatory. "Tell me you didn't know.""Know what?" I brought my knees to my
GenesisMy body was heavy — on fire — and the only way it felt better was when I was pressed against Ethan. I had no idea how long we'd slept. He woke me up three times in the middle of the night. Each time, he'd drunk from me, never a lot, but enough to make it so my world stopped.Each kiss was like a slow drug.Each touch of his fingertips, each caress, went on for an eternity until I lost complete track of time.I fell asleep with my face pressed against his solid chest and my legs wrapped halfway around his body."Genesis." His smooth voice was hypnotic. "Genesis, wake up.""No." I pressed my face harder against his chest.A warm chuckle erupted. "Yes, we have work to do. Well, you have work to do, and then after your so-called work, we're going to pay your mother a visit."I didn't open my eyes. "No
GenesisDrystan's eyebrows shot up to his hairline when I walked into the store. I wondered if all immortals could smell what I'd been doing — or where I'd been. Then again, Ethan had said he'd marked me.So maybe it was just like walking around with his scent all over me."Genesis." Drystan pointed to a stack of boxes. "We just received another shipment. Why don't you put the books away to start off with, and then I'll have you help customers.""Great." I reached for the boxes and was surprised when they didn't feel heavy at all, maybe it was compliments of the vampire blood which was currently making my veins feel like they were on fire.Ethan had said it would wear off throughout the day, but my body still felt hot. I wasn't sweating, but I felt like I should be.I carried the stack of boxes over to the corner and started pulling out books. Each one was in alphabetical order, mak
GenesisDrystan's eyebrows shot up to his hairline when I walked into the store. I wondered if all immortals could smell what I'd been doing — or where I'd been. Then again, Ethan had said he'd marked me.So maybe it was just like walking around with his scent all over me."Genesis." Drystan pointed to a stack of boxes. "We just received another shipment. Why don't you put the books away to start off with, and then I'll have you help customers.""Great." I reached for the boxes and was surprised when they didn't feel heavy at all, maybe it was compliments of the vampire blood which was currently making my veins feel like they were on fire.Ethan had said it would wear off throughout the day, but my body still felt hot. I wasn't sweating, but I felt like I should be.I carried the stack of boxes over to the corner and started pulling out books. Each one was in alphabetical order, mak
Genesis"It's snowing." I held my hand out and caught a few snowflakes. "No lake today?"Cassius shrugged. His mood was different, darker. "I wanted the comfort cold brings me.""Normally it's heat.""I'm the opposite of warmth." His eyes turned white. "Therefore, it's cold that comforts. It's my fire."I pulled the fur blanket around me. We were sitting outside a cabin in front of a roaring fire. It was beautiful; snow-blanketed the forest, making it seem enchanted."More questions…" Cassius sighed. "I sense them."I stared into the fire. "What was Ethan's daughter?""Different question," Cassius snapped."Can you mate?"Cassius let out a slew of curses. "Our punishment or maybe our prize? Women die at our hands. Human women." He shrugged. "Vampire blood and human blood co-exist. Angel blood and human blood are an abomination."My throat went completely dry. "So it can't mix.""It can… for a time, and then the
..****LilyThe moment Bobby walked out the door her heart dropped. She couldn't just let him walk away from her. Lily refused to believe all their secret kissing sessions meant nothing to him."Hey wait!" she shouted jogging down the dirt driveway after Bobby. He stopped and turned to face her. "That's it. You're just leaving?" she asked angrily."Yes I am. I'm not dying for this shit. If you are smart you'd leave too" He replied casually. Lily placed her hand on her hip."What about me? About us?" She questioned steeping closer."Get real, there is no us. I mean come on the making out was ok but I only did it because my options were limited and I knew you wanted me" He arrogantly gloated. Lily slapped him hard across the face. The
Pain Of Rejection.Cassius PovBeing locked in a dark cell for two days was not something Cassius was not used to. He is a prince and princes should never be treated this way. It made him angry! More than angry but furious.How could my father do this to me ? Cassius thought.It was bad enough Ferox killed Acacia but locking him up for defending his mate was beyond unnecessary. Cassius couldn't do anything to save his mother but he would do something to save Ana."Fuck! I need to get out of this cage!" he yelled pulling on the bars for the hundredth time. It was no use. These cells were built especially to keep vampires trapped inside."I see you've settled in nicely my prince" Raven said popping up outside his prison right before his eyes.
He Is The OneAna Pov"Seb?" I say again hesitantly.The wolf stops licking and slowly nods its massive head. I slap my hand to my mouth to keep the scream in. Oh my goodness! Seb's a wolf! How did this happen? As I continue to look into his eyes I realize he doesn't look upset. His silver tail is gently wagging as he continues to patiently watch me."Can you change back?" I ask. This is such a blow to my mind that Seb is actually a werewolf! I wonder how all this happened? And when? Seb's ears perked up and he tilted his head to the side curiously. The act was so adorable I couldn't help but smile.Maybe he can't change back and is stuck this way . The thought breaks my heart and I can't help but reach out and comfort him. My hand caresses the side of his jaw. The fur is so soft I could rub it forever.
Marie PovIn a matter of seconds, everything changed. The brother I grew up with was no more...Everyone watched speechless as Seb disappeared right before their eyes. The sound he was making was anything but human. Marie thought it reminded her of a lion but deeper. So deep in fact that she could feel it in her own chest."What do you mean roar of the wolf?" She questioned Helia"I mean that your brother is very special. Just watch" The crone replied.Marie turned her attention back to Seb and her heart dropped. Seb wasn't howling anymore but growling. His eyes were beaming a bright yellow and had doubled in size. His fingernails had changed into claws and he began using them to rip off large chucks of skin off his chest. Beneath the skin was black thick fur like hair. It was the color of the night sky and so
..Simon PovSimon was nervous but he didn't want to show it. Marie on the other hand looked fearless. She stared down Talon with a bravery he didn't expect. Still he worried for both their safety. With everyone else gone, they had next to no chance taking out the vampires alone."Why don't you just walk away Talon, while you still can. And take your pet too" Marie bit out. Talon folded his arms and a sly grin covered his face. The smile was unnerving.Kim however hadn't spoken a word. Since they popped up she didn't really even pay them any attention. Instead she continued to stare at the palm of her hand as if something were there…"I'll go little girl if I can take you with me" Talon replied with a wink. Marie balled her fist."Ove
.Catalina PovShe heard Cassandras screams of revenge even after the ebony skinned vampire took her away. The pain and fury of her voice alone left Cata on edge. This piece of unfinished business needed to be handled immediately.More guards had finally entered the destroyed execution room and rushed to her side."Find me Raven. Now!" She ordered losing her balance and falling to one knee. Cassandra did a great job of shoving the platinum star deep into her core. The poison was working its way through her body, killing her slowly. Lucky for her that it was only one star or she'd already be dead.A few guards flew off following her orders while another helped her to her feet. In less than a minute the Goth clothed witch came strolling into the room, assessing the scene"Hello
.Cassandra allowed her eyes to bled black and her fangs burst free as all her rage surfaced when she turned back to Catalina. It was time for the princess to die..."Your mine b**!" Cassandra roared and then she attacked...Ana PovThe guards were closing in on Seb and Jace. My instincts to protect them took over. I raised my fingers and four short blasts of lightening shot out and stuck all four vamps with excellent precision. Their bodies exploded into black dust causing Jace and Seb to duck and cover.Wow, that's new! I have no clue how I did that but it doesn't matter right now. Before they could even stand back up, I launched myself at them, hugging them both a little too hard."I'm so happy to see you guys!" I exclaimed"You too Ana" Jace said with much relief"Are you okay? Have you been hurt?" S
."She's using her ability! Stop her now!" Ferox ordered. Everyone turned their attention to Acacia who was still standing and starting at Marcos head. Only difference was she was shaking and her skin took on a blue tint. It was freaky. The thought didn't cross my mind that she had an ability, clearly she did and it was strong.The guards charged her. Acacia didn't move until they were almost on her and then she attacked.Long, jagged icicles sprang from her wrists. She back flipped and stabbed one into the eye of the first guard to close in and another into the heart of the second. The room was so cold now that her chains crumbled to pieces as soon as she yanked them."I WILL AVENGE MY LOVE!" Acacia roared viscously. The queen was nothing but pure rage now. A few vampires looked terrified and cautiously made their way to the door.
..Cassius PovThe execution feast was in full swing. Cassius stood in the grand ballroom watching hundreds of the oldest and most powerful vampires mingle and feed. The two blonde vampires that he uses for sexual fun, eyed him across the room. Cassius ignored them and downed another alcoholic drink. His mind was clouded by one blue eyed vampire, that has yet to make her entrance; Ana. Even as bad as he wanted her, the conversation he had with sister a couple of hours ago kept replaying over in his mind~~~Two hours earlier…~~~Cassius waited until he knew Gwyn had taken Ana upstairs before he questioned his sister."Catalina what do you really want" He snapped barely containing his anger. When Catalina was around it meant trouble for everyone else. Cassius knew there was more than just their mothers awakening