LanaWhen I step into the quiet sanctuary of my room, the echoes of my passionate moans resonate in my ears, and I sink onto the bed in utter shame. I exhale rapidly as the memory of Damon’s intimate touch intensifies, making each breath more challenging.I abruptly sit up, my cheeks burning as the realization dawns that I agreed to spend the night in his chamber. A groan escapes me in humiliation, recalling how I used my books as an excuse to escape his tempting and commanding presence. “Why did I say such a thing?!” I groan again, regretting letting out my feelings that he gave me an appetizer, and now that I feel too starved to sleep beside him.“What if he expects me to sleep beside him?”“How can I express that I desire more than just an appetizer, but I'm terrified to take the next step?”The fear of sleeping with him gnaws at me, conflicting with the undeniable desire my body harbors for him. I'm aware that many women would find it absurd to resist my desire since we’re mate
Tossing and turning in his bed, Alpha Damon wrestles with the forthcoming challenges of the next day. He's torn between isolating himself, acting as if everything is normal, or revealing his current state of blindness to the Pack. “No, I can't do that,” he rejects the idea of disclosing his condition. “It's just six days until the Full Moon. I can manage without my sight until then.” He attempts to bolster his spirits with reassuring words, but coping without his sight proves to be increasingly frustrating and challenging.It took a great effort to get to the woods earlier. He had stumbled repeatedly because the uneven terrain proved to be a tough obstacle. Until he eventually reaches the familiar fallen log, a point of reference from the previous day, where they begin to run laps.Lana's exhausted tone upon finding him triggers a sudden awareness in Damon and guilt washes over him as he acknowledges how frequently he has been cold to her throughout the day. After everything that h
Sera's heart pounds as the vampire suddenly enters the room while she's in the midst of changing. His gaze settles on her naked body and she consciously covers herself with her hands, before rushing to grab the towel.He smirks mischievously and tosses a wig at her. “Put this on. We need to leave for the Purple Pack immediately.”Fear clouds Sera’s eyes and she raises a suspicious brow at him. “Why? Why now? What’s happening? Why do I have to go back to Purple Pack?” The vampire’s gaze stiffens at her bunch of questions, and he grits his teeth as he closes the gap between them. His red eyes glint with frustration as he holds her smaller frame in his hands. Sera's legs weaken as he forcefully slams her against the door, and her eyes involuntarily shut in fear. Her hands become clammy, and she trembles as his elongated teeth lightly graze her neck.His hands slide from her shoulders to explore her waist, and a low groan escapes his throat. Sera gasps as the vampire's fangs penetrate he
Lana My eyes flutter open, and the surroundings come into focus. There, my brother's tall impressive figure stands before me, an unexpected presence in the soft sunlight. I blink, convinced it’s a fleeting dream. I smile believing he must have heard my cry to him, and that's why he's appearing in my dream. Closing my eyes, I mutter to myself, “If this is a dream, I don't want to wake up yet.” “Lana, it's not a dream.” Matthias’s deep voice breaks the silence.I snap awake, my eyes widening in astonishment. “Matthias, is it truly you?” I inquire, and he advances, taking hold of my hands.He squeezes them gently and draws me into his comfortable embrace. His familiar scent envelops my senses, and I fight back tears, savoring the reality of being in my brother's arms once again.In that moment, everything else fades away as I cling to him, his soothing touch running through my hair. Time seems to stand still, and I feel the steady rhythm of his heartbeat, a grounding reassurance that
“Do you want me to stay…”Damon’s tall overbearing figure stands in his quiet chambers, the aftermath of his decision, pressing down on him as his mind repeatedly replays Lana’s words. His blind eyes shift to the book in his hand, and irritation tightens his jaw as he realizes she must have left her books in his chamber while searching for him the previous night.The pages of the book feel unfamiliar beneath his fingertips, but Lana's scent lingers on it, creating an ironic reminder of her presence in his chambers. As Damon flips through the pages, his mind retraces the unexpected encounter with Alpha Matthias, reflecting on their conversation.“Anyway, Alpha Damon, I'm here for my sister, Lana. I don't give a fuck if she's your mate or not. She's leaving with me.”“Your sister chose to stay with me. She's my mate, and her choice is hers alone.” “I’m her guardian and I don't support this union. She's coming back home with me, even if I have to kill you.”In that moment, the impuls
LanaMy mind races with conflicting thoughts as I watch the little girl sleep soundly after drinking the potion I concoct to reduce her fever. A sigh of relief sweeps through me when I touch her head and notice it has ebbed drastically. Stepping outside, I catch sight of Ethan and Matthias engaged in conversation. My brows furrow and I can't help but wonder about the nature of their discussion, considering they only met for the first time today.As I make my way toward them, I perceive the fragrance of herbs from my hands, and a smile forms on my lips. A profound feeling of euphoria washes over me at the simple joy of treating someone after days of being incapable of utilizing my prowess. Approaching them, I catch a bit of Ethan and Matthias' conversation. “So,” Matthias says with a grin, “He appointed you as an Alpha for a day?” Ethan nods in agreement, and my frown deepens with confusion and curiosity. Matthias is the first to notice my presence. He shoots me a teasing look, s
Alpha Damon's chamber is filled with an unsettling silence as he and Alpha Matthias step inside. He seethes internally, unable to believe that Matthias accompanied Lana from his mansion, and didn't ensure her return. What's frustrating him even more is that he almost let it slip that he can't see, something he's been making a great effort to keep a secret.Matthias breaks the silence, his deep voice edged with irritation and unwavering. “Why are we here? I don't have the time to share a conversation with you.” Damon, suppressing his inner turmoil, meets Matthias's gaze with a steely resolve. “Lana's presence here was expected, but her absence now is not. Explain yourself,” he demands, his voice carrying a controlled intensity.Matthias, undeterred, responds with a dismissive tone, “She’s currently too drawn to you to make a good choice. As her older brother and guardian, I made the choice for her.”A dry chuckle escapes Damon's lips in response to those provoking words, his anger te
In the Purple Pack, Serafina is now part of one of the Pack's wealthiest families. The stories of their prosperity that she often heard during her time in the Pack have transformed into her present reality. Being a member of such an influential family feels like a significant elevation in her life.She thinks back to the warm welcome she received from Celestia, the matriarch, and her new sibling Xavier upon her arrival, and a gentle smile graces her face. She appreciates the kindness, but she knows she will never be able to loosen up since they are in the Purple Pack after all.“What’s on your mind?” The vampire asks, his gaze eyes fixating on Sera’s luscious body, as he studies her expression. Sera, aware of his intense gaze, turns to meet the vampire's eyes. As her hazel eyes lock with red ones, a mixture of intrigue and arousal swells up in her. “It's just... surreal,” she admits, a hint of disbelief evident in her voice. “I never fathomed that my new identity as Elena Foster woul