The room exploded into an uproar as the king finished his announcement, a wave of disbelief crashing over everyone. Faces went pale , mouths gaping in shock as they struggled to process the devastating news.Noticing that the king wasn’t done with his announcement, the room became still and waited for the king to continue.”And unfortunately, it was the people who fell victims . The words hit like a dagger to the heart, sending a shockwave through the crowd.The silence that followed was short lived within seconds, the room erupted once again, louder and more chaotic than before.They few people who attended the ball from the village stood frozen in horror. As they were having the time of their lives, their families were being butchered and spluttered. “And not many people made it out from the attack,”the king continued, his voice rising. “ So if you have families there, I suggest you go and check on them immediately “. He paused, letting the weight of his words sink in ,his eyes
Sophia made sure that everyone was asleep before she made her way out of the door.She wasn’t going to spend another moment in hell, She had been planning to make an escape for a long time now ,and this night seemed like the best time to initiate her plan .She opened the door as careful as she could,she couldn’t risk being heard by her Aunt and Uncle or else she would be buried in her grave first thing the night morning.When she made it out of the door successfully, she hissed a sigh of relief . She checked her surroundings to check if any of their neighbors were in sight ,those people loved to gossip.One word from them and her uncle will have people searching for her , or so She thought .Thats why she decided that the forest was her best option.She knew the risk ,hell she was even scared but it was now or never . She was the only one walking on the streets, her street was one of the loneliest in the village . The forest was so quite far from the place she lived but she was determin
As she slowly emerged from the darkness, Sophia's head throbbed with a dull ache, her muscles heavy with a numbness that seemed to seep into her very bones. She forced her eyes open, blinking away the haze as she struggled to adjust to the dimly lit room. The space around her was shrouded in shadows, the absence of light seeming to heighten her other senses. The air was thick with the scent of old wood and leather, and Sophia's nostrils flared as she breathed it in. As she sat up, a wave of dizziness washed over her, forcing her to pause. Her gaze darted around the room, taking in the simple yet elegant decor. The bed she lay on was massive, with intricately carved posters that seemed to reach up to the ceiling. But it was the memories that came flooding back that made Sophia's heart skip a beat. The forest, the beast, the stranger... His piercing eyes, his chiseled features, his low, husky voice. Sophia's skin prickled with goosebumps as she recalled the stranger's touch, his
Madam Grace's eyes blazed with resentment as she gazed at Sophia. What secrets had this girl uncovered to warrant the lord's favor? He was notorious for his indifference, yet he'd brought this human into the palace, shielding her from the harsh realities of their world.A spark of jealousy ignited within Madam Grace. Why had the lord shown this girl such mercy? And what was the meaning behind his explicit orders to handle her with care?"Sophia!" Madam Grace's voice cut through the air, her tone dripping with malice.Sophia's eyes snapped towards Madam Grace, her heart skipping a beat. She hastened to obey, her senses on high alert."Follow Margret to the dining hall," Madam Grace instructed, her voice laced with disdain. She thrust a tray of steaming food into Sophia's hands, her fingers brushing against Sophia's skin.Sophia's gaze flicked towards Margret, a slender girl with a tray of food balanced on her hip. Their eyes met, and Sophia sensed a flicker of curiosity, perhaps even f
Azriel lounged in the carriage, his eyes fixed on the palace looming ahead. He loathed the palace, a gilded cage where his every move was scrutinized. His parents, the king and queen, were ruthless power-hungry monsters, their son's happiness mere collateral damage in their pursuit of dominance.As the carriage rolled to a stop, Azriel's thoughts drifted to the mysterious girl he'd rescued in the forest. Why had he saved her? He could have left her to rot, but something about her had stirred a long-dormant spark within him."Your Majesty, we've arrived," Elliot announced, opening the carriage door.Azriel stepped out, his piercing gaze sweeping the palace façade. The castle's ancient stones seemed to whisper secrets, its grandeur a testament to the ruthless ambition of his family.As he entered the dining hall, his parents' voices grated on his nerves. He ignored them, his eyes scanning the room for a glimpse of the girl. His parents' presence was a mere annoyance, a reminder of the t
As the sun dipped below the horizon in the rural village, Sophia's uncle, Patrick, and aunt, Diane, seethed with a mix of shock, anger, and desperation. They just figured out that Sophia had escaped Patrick, a rugged man in his late forties, paced outside his humble abode, his weathered face etched with worry. "Where could she have gone?" he muttered to himself, his mind racing with the possibilities. He knew Sophia had no acquaintances, no friends to speak of, and no money to her name. The thought of his niece, alone and vulnerable, sent a shiver down his spine.Diane, on the other hand, was a cauldron of rage. "This is the girl you raised with so much love, and this is how she repays you?" she spat, her voice venomous. "She's thrown away her future, and for what?"Patrick shot her a stern glance. "You're more concerned about the marriage you arranged than Sophia's safety, aren't you?" His tone was laced with accusation.Diane's face twisted in a scowl. "What a convenient time for h
Azriel spent most of his day inside his study, overseeing the construction of the new magistrate office. Papers requiring his signature piled high, but his mind wandered to the enchanting encounter with the mysterious girl in the dining hall. A sly smile spread across his face, knowing he had left a lasting impression.A knock at the door broke the spell. "Come in.""Your Highness, tea," Grace announced, entering with a steaming tray."I didn't request any," Azriel said, his gaze remaining on the papers."You usually have tea by this time, Your Highness," Grace replied, her voice laced with a hint of seduction.Azriel's eyes flickered, acknowledging her thoughtfulness. "Very...considerate of you, Grace."Grace's eyes locked onto his, her pupils dilating with a mix of desire and expectation. She stood there, awaiting his next move, but Azriel's attention returned to the papers.Disappointed, Grace turned to leave. "Your welcome, Your Highness," she whispered, her voice barely audible.
The encounter with the prince in the garden still lingered on her mind as she sat down outside watching the birds as they flew . She had always loved watching birds even when she was younger with her Father. “Father …she breathed out. She hadn’t thought about him in a long while . She missed him everyday . She never thought she would survive without her dad but look at her, ten years plus and she was proud of how far she had come.Meanwhile in the garden, the royal family sat together with Lord James. Anyone who looked at them from far would think the atmosphere was nice and they were just acquaintances having a good time. But the tension surrounding them was insane, each person occupied with their own thoughts.“Charlotte how are your study sessions going ?” The Queen asked breaking the silence . “ Very well , Your Majesty “Charlotte answered It was a custom in the land for every young amiable girl or woman to learn the traditions of the kingdom which Charlotte was doing . And also
The room exploded into an uproar as the king finished his announcement, a wave of disbelief crashing over everyone. Faces went pale , mouths gaping in shock as they struggled to process the devastating news.Noticing that the king wasn’t done with his announcement, the room became still and waited for the king to continue.”And unfortunately, it was the people who fell victims . The words hit like a dagger to the heart, sending a shockwave through the crowd.The silence that followed was short lived within seconds, the room erupted once again, louder and more chaotic than before.They few people who attended the ball from the village stood frozen in horror. As they were having the time of their lives, their families were being butchered and spluttered. “And not many people made it out from the attack,”the king continued, his voice rising. “ So if you have families there, I suggest you go and check on them immediately “. He paused, letting the weight of his words sink in ,his eyes
Charlotte still sat glued to the chair, she wasn’t going to leave her mother alone, and besides she didn’t know where to hide. “ Charlotte “ her mother called out again, her voice rising to an extent “ Find a place to hide “ “But mother…….Charlotte trailed off, her voice trembling as she met her mother’s piercing gaze.Without another word, Charlotte rose from the chair, her heart racing . She scanned the room, her mind searching for a place to hide—-somewhere safe, where she could remain unseen.Her mothers eyes followed her every move . Charlottes gaze locked onto the old wardrobe in the corner of the kitchen. It was small, but it would have to do. She darted toward it , slipping inside, the space was cramped , but she didn’t care. She pressed herself against the cold wood , her breath shallow trying to quiet her racing pulse . Through the tiny crack in the wardrobe door, she could just make out what was happening in the sitting room. “ Don’t come out ,” no matter what,Ch
“ Enough “ The man commanded again, when the Dhampir still went ahead to sink his fangs . “ Enough, you creatures “ His voice echoing in the building.” How do you expect us to eliminate the royal family when you people can’t bear each others presence “ “ Forgive our insolence master “ they all chorused , their head bowed to the floor . “ For us to succeed in this mission of ours , all of you need to put your differences aside ,” Is that clear ?” “ Okay master “ “ You may leave , remember , stay low and out of sight of anyone “ The gates were opened , and they luparis began to leave , after them the Dhampirs followed. The man signalled to one of the men in the building “ What’s the status in the royal family “ “ Everything is normal , there hasn’t been any recent happenings “ “ Good , keep me posted. That Son of a bitch Azriel has no idea of what is coming his way “ “Sure I will “ The man, cloaked in his black coat , stepped out through the back exit of the
A week had passed since the council members had assembled in the mansion for their meeting, and yet they hadn’t heard any news concerning the luparis again. Every where was heavily protected, soldiers stood at every corner of the kingdom , each bearing weapons , for now the kingdom was in peace , with everyone living their daily life’s but the didn’t know that their peace was only for a short period of time. In a far abandoned area in the kingdom, some creatures were seen assembling themselves together as if they were waiting for their leader . “ They have all arrived sir “ One man announced to man who was clad in black . His face was carefully hidden behind layers of clothing , the only thing visible were his very red eyes that shown in the dark .“ Hmmm “ he replied , I will be there soon, keep them in check “. “ Alright master “ the man replied, bowing his head, he exited the room. The man who was clad in all black stood where he was for a while , with a cigarette in his hands.
Meanwhile, in the dimly lit room of Sophias uncles modest home, Raven’s fury simmered beneath the surface as her hands trembled with rage. Her eyes burned with an intensity that could scorch anything in its path. “How could she have escaped when she doesn’t know anywhere?” Raven demanded, her voice rising like a crescendo of a Thunder. “How?” Sophia’s uncle, a man hardened by years of grief, shifted uncomfortably, his face drawn and pale. “I can’t answer that, Raven.” The anger in Raven’s eyes only deepened. “What have you done to look for her?” she snapped. Patrick sighed heavily, rubbing his temples as if trying to stave off a headache. “She’s nowhere to be found. That’s just it, Raven.” “No, that’s not it,” Raven hissed, her voice dripping with venom. “That girl can’t just vanish into thin air! Not Sophia.” The silence that followed was thick and oppressive, until Sophia’s uncle spoke again, his voice low, almost reluctant. “One of the villagers came to me some time a
Azriel strode back to his study , his mind reeling from the interruption. “ What could the councilman possibly want ?he wondered , a hint of irritation creeping into his voice.” And of all the times to choose, it had to be when I was… having fun”.He pushed open the door to his study , his eyes narrowing as he spotted the councilman waiting for him. “ What brings you here, councilman Enoch?” Azriel demanded, his to d firm but courteous. Enoch bowed his head in respect “ Good day , Your Highness.I have come to discuss the Lupari situation.” Azriel’s eyes flashed with interest as he took his seat . “ What have you discovered?”he asked , his voice crisp. Enoch hesitated before speaking .” It appears the Luparis that have come back to kingdom are not just the rogue ones, but the sane ones also and the have been promised a place in the kingdom by an anonymous vampire…. If they help eliminate the royal family. Azriel’s expression turned glacial.”It seems vampires are becoming increas
Sophia returned to clear the plates from the dining room, only to find them still untouched.”Hasn’t she woken up?” She wondered, debating whether to remove the food or leave it on the table . Meanwhile, Azriel’s concentration had been shattered by Charlotte’s sudden interruption.Seeking a distraction, he decided to take a stroll. As he passed by the dinning room, he caught a glimpse of Sophia , his muse . It had been a while since he’d had any fun, and Azriel’s curiosity got the better of him . He entered the dining room, closing the door behind him.At the sound of the door closing, Sophia looked up, surprised to see standing by the door. But why had he closed the door ?” “ Good day Your Majesty “. She said , bowing her head .Azriel’s eyes narrowed.” What are you doing here all alone ?” He asked, his voice low and husky . Sophia’s heart skipped a beat as she replied,” I came to retrieve Lady Charlotte’s plate , Your highness “. Azriel’s gaze lingered on Sophia’s face, his eyes spa
Charlotte stormed out of Azriel’s study angry . The boy sure had guts and he knew how to get on her nerves but she wasn’t going to let it slide. She couldn’t fathom why he wasn’t all over her , when he needed her, she was the key , his only chance to curing his bloodlust for ever . Yet he treated her how he wished too. A servant was passing through the hallway and she beckoned on her “ What’s the way to the Queens Chambers ? “ “ To your right my lady” the servant answered . The Quéen was the one who brought her to marry her son in the first place , and if anyone needed to keep him in check it was going to be her.Her footsteps echoed as she walked on the floor , the dress she wore kept getting on her way even as she held it on her hands . “ Damn you Azriel “she cursed silently.She only tolerated the amount of disrespect he threw at her because she was in love with him . The queens chambers was dark except the lit candle nights that showed a bit of light. Even when the butler had
The glass of drink on Azriel’s hand paused in the middle of the air . He already knew who was behind the door . Perhaps she wasn’t warned that he was not to be disturbed . But he let her in nevertheless” Come in “ . It took at least up to a minute before Charlotte opened the door and stepped inside .With his glass still on his hands, Azriel observed her as she entered. She was dressed in a sophisticated red dress , that clung on her cleavage tightly “ Was she even breathing ?”Azriel wondered. The dress was red in colour. This was the first time red looked that bad on a person he thought.As she walked towards him silently, he couldn’t help but part his lips in disgust . “ What are you doing here ?” He asked stopping her from moving another inch.Azriel noticed the flash of anger on her face before it disappeared “Were to be weeded Azriel , you don’t think we should spend time together?” She asked, her voice steady.” Who says we are to be weeded?Azriel asked . “ Don’t play this game with