Katarina 's POV:
I looked around my small room longingly as I am leaving my safe haven today. Though it hasn't been painted in a while, I love my room and I appreciate everything I have as I know how much hard my parents work to provide for me. That's why I didn't run away till now. I wore the beautiful peach color dress which my mom bought me. she helped me with my hair . The day I thought never come has arrived. I hate them with a passion all my life. Now I am have to live with them. Even if it will be for short time, I still couldn't fathom it. I have no right to reject it. Why did the Vampire Council even select me after knowing my hatred towards their kind? That too to that monster Alexander Ivanov. He literally is the uncrowned king of our world as people kiss the path he walks on. so what's so special about him? He's a pure blood vampire. There are many pure blood vampires but he and his brothers Are the first descendants of Vampires ever born in the world. They're more powerful and has special abilities. They can't be killed easily. Vampires. Blood suckers. Humans are well aware of Vampire's existence and they're fine with them as long as they treat everyone equally. Equal? Nah. The truth is that most humans longs for power and be immortal. when A pure blood vampire lets you drink their blood, then you will become a vampire like them. powerful and you won't age. You age every hundred years. so, one faction of humans are supportive of them including my parents while the other faction wants freedom that includes me. I sighed and carried on with my packing. " Kat, I can't wait to see you as bride. Do you know how proud we are of you? " My mom beaming with joy as she helps me pack my clothes. " yeah, honey. Even the president's daughter is not selected. " my father said as he returns from his night shift. my father works as a fireman. " it's not a big deal. you're not this happy when I won a full scholarship for Harvard. " I pouted as my mom zipped my suitcase. " it's good. but this is huge. Don't mess it up. I am serious, Kat. we can be powerful and wealthy if you're good. " my mom replied in a commanding tone. " behave, young lady. make us proud of becoming the bride. " my father said . " don't get your hopes up. he's been rejecting everyone since the council introduced this dumbest thing. " I told them. They got angry and about to bash me when doorbell ring. " Kathy, " saved by the bell. I ran to the door and opened it. Immediately I was engulfed with a hug from my bestie Ana. we're friends since playschool. " I am going to miss you. girly, you're one lucky girl. Alexander will be all over for you. " Ana said as she broke from the hug. she wipes her tears. " call me often and stay in touch . if he misbehaves, let me know. I will kick his ass. " " you do know it's not possible. " I replied smugly for which she pouted. " Miss. Katarina Hamilton, your ride is here. " a polite middle age man said as he opened the back door of the car. I waved my parents and Ana goodbye as the car speed off the driveway Driving through the countryside, I had a little time to marvel at the magnificent scenery, that Ivanov property had to offer. I saw a sign saying, " Ivanov palace- 20 miles" and had a tremor of fear go through me. I started to checking things out, as I got closer to the castle. Acres and acres of beautiful farmland covered in lush green. It's a treat to the eyes, I wondered how many acres of land were theirs in this place as it looks dense like a forest. But the view was so beautiful. yet scary. There was a shining lake that stretched out until it was no longer within my eyesight and trees which filled the banks of the lake and continued into an enormous forest, green grass filled with infinite flowers. The sky was clear with only the warm sun in sight that was setting into dusk and a gentle breeze blowing my hair softly in small wisps. The ride stopped and I looked up to see that we are already in front of Ivanov Palace". The huge black grilled gates opened and let us in. I gasped at the sight of the building. It was absolutely gorgeous and huge, with rolling hills, which are very majestic and almost regal. "We're here,miss." I climbed off the car and looks around. it has a big fountain of water and a huge garden. A woman around 40 came to greet me. "you must be Katarina. I am Gracy, head maid here. You must be tired and hungry after the day so far. We have a room for you ready. all your clothes will be put into the closet by now. . You can sleep this afternoon and meet the guys and other girls later on. He is currently busy with other affairs at the moment but you will meet him after dinner." I walked with her.I hadn't realized how quiet the palace was, it was silent. Only the sound of our heels pattering across the floor echoed in the halls. "And this is your room." I had accidentally bumped into her as she paused in front dark brown wooden door and pushed it open. She then said, "I hope it to your liking." My jaw dropped. She must be kidding! This is a room? It's the size of a house. The room was beautiful. Pastel purple walls, a white wooden bed with white canopy hanging all around it. There were two tables, one was against the wall in front of the bed and the other was just outside the windowed doors on the balcony. I walked over to the doors and pushed them open. The view was amazing! Blue, blue skies that went on forever, golden sun hitting the lake just right, the light breeze. "It's beautiful," was all I managed to whisper. On the wall across from where I stood were two more dark brown, large double doors. I opened the one on the right. There were several racks and hangers that were filled with clothes. It's a freaking walk in wardrobe. I moved on to the next set of doors. I pulled them open. It was a common room. There two enormous, ivory, elegantly designed couches facing each other and two more exactly the same that were meant for a single person to sit in. In the middle of the couches was a smooth, dark, round coffee table adorn with an ivory lace doily in the shape of a flower. Three black goblets with a candle in each one sat in the middle of the the table. A fireplace was on the right side of the room. At the very end of the room was one more set of dark brown, double doors. I opened it and found a restroom. It was large! Huge! It's walls were a pastel blue, ivory towels, gold sink, shower and tub faucets. The curtains for the shower were pastel blue embroidered with ivory flowers. I ran back out the room and smiled at her. "it's wonderful!" I exclaimed. though I don't want to live here, why not enjoy my stay here. I decided to enjoy the luxury it offers till I leave. it's not everyday I get this lifestyle. she walked away leaving me alone. I closed my door as soon as I could no longer hear her footsteps. I stared all around the room. I don't want to be here, I want to leave but I can't do anything, even if I wanted to. I don't want to be a bride or the keeper for that matter. I hate their very existence. I don't know the first thing about being a keeper. I'm scared...all of this at once. What if I don't have what takes to be a vampire keeper ? What if I mess up? Being taken away from usual life and being shoved into this new life. This will be my new home , my life if he chooses me..I suppose I could grow accustom to it sooner or later. I sighed. Even I can't fool myself. I'm scared. Third person's POV: Katarina slipped off her dress and changed into something comfortable. She's soon asleep on the bed dreaming of what the night would bring. She reclined on her bed, luxuriating in the warmth of the sun's rays at the end of the day. Her room looked out over fields planted with roses and tulips. She had no idea how far the city is but She realised that it could not have been that far away. with that she's fallen asleep. The sun was warm and relaxing and Katarina realised that she slept the entire day. She wondered she's is in trouble already. She shivered at the thought of what might happen. She might get kicked out today itself. just the thought of it is making her day happy which hardly begun. She heard a knock on her door and opened to see Gracy . " miss, the master is asking for your presence in his office. " she said. Katarina nodded and got ready at record speed after all he is going to let her go. That's what she thought. as she walked through the hallways, she see a group of girls talking to themselves and looks at her with so much hate. " don't mind them, miss. they're rejected yesterday night itself and master asked them to go. " Gracy answer her without any hesitation. I am also getting thrown out then, yay! I am attending Harvard then. Katarina smiled inwardly. ***The Vampire wished to see me? I quickly skipped to her side, "Um, excuse me," I began in a soft voice, "The vampire? What is he like?" She chuckled, "oh, he is mysterious, almost dark and ominous. he loves to play games." I gulped loudly, she chuckled again. "Don't be frighten, miss. I'm sure your meeting will go well." Don't be frightened.easy for her to say. She halted at the door and knocked twice. "Come in." an amused man's voice answered. The door flew open; " master, miss Katarina is here. " Gracy said but he just dismissed by waving his hand fom his back. she bowed and left. I stood there awkwardly for a while. He is busy with his phone and my stomach started to rumble. I am hungry. Can this better be over soon? I wonder if I still get something to eat before I leave this place. I walked inside his office . inside the room, there is a large wooden grey color desk and a black rolling chair . To one side are all the books, files neatly arranged in racks and the other
One week went without any issues as Alexander is away while his brothers parties almost all night. The girls other than me gave into the temptations of joey and James. The vampires use them freely as their blood bags. Elena and I got along well despite her decison of letting James feed of her. She didn't tell me why she changed her decision. Gracy called us early morning and told us that Alexander is holding a ceremony where he is going to announce his keeper. I gasped in horror and shock. The Alexander who didn't accept anyone aa his keeper before is going to finally his chosen bride. It maybe Kristen. They did spend the night. The three girls are beaming with joy while Elena looked gloomy and teary eyed. She excuses herself and left. I gave into my urge of following her and went behind her. " I can't do this anymore. But I have no choice. He threatened to kill my parents if I didn't oblige to his wishes. " She cried into my chest as I hugged her. " Did he, you know " I hesi
I looked at Alexander who is still fuming with anger and hide it well in front of the crowd. He leaned a little towards me while his arm wrapped around my waist and greeted them. I feel disgusted with him touching me even if it's only for a pretence. I sighed in relief only when he left me alone. The crowd applauded and cheered him on as he walked out. The girls Kristen, Hanna and Diana are all smiles as if they have won a lottery when they're staying as Joey is indecisive. Me and Elena are struck here until we die. I have to escape from here soon. Looking at the people crazily swooning over these vampires makes me think that I am the only one that doesn't want to get chosen. Yet I got chosen. Blame it on my stars. " Well, that's it for the day. Alexander is a man of a few words and he said it straight away. " Tommy chuckled as the crowd erupts into joy and cheer him on. Nobody said anything about his angry behavior. That's why Vampires do whatever they please with us, huma
After Alexander left, I looked through the clothes for at least 15 minutes or more before a frustrated sigh escaped through my lips. Although they are the trending fashion style, almost all these clothes were too revealing or short. Not that I mind wearing short clothes or anything but when you're living in a household full of blood-thirsty, horny vampires then yes, I do mind. With a soft grumble, I grabbed a white, ripped, high-waisted short with a blue tank top and white cardigan, finally giving in. I decided that the cardigan was just to conceal my bare arms. As soon as I was done, I rushed to the bathroom to take a shower. I was relieved to finally be able to get out of this tight and sweaty dress I am still wearing. I hated wearing this. As soon as I stepped into the bathtub , my body melted inside the water. I closed my eyes and took a few deep breaths before biting the inside of my cheeks to force myself from breaking down again. It's been such a long night so why can't it
“Why did you that for?!” he yelled, slamming his hands on the table and shooting up from his seat before I looked up at meet his glare. “You-you went too far.you dragged my parents.." I barely choked out, trying to defend my actions.everyone was silent, not even bothering to help me out. "You like getting on my nerves, aren't you, Barbie?" he asked, his eyes raging with anger as he held the empty bottle that I was holding as well. “Perhaps you're forgetting where you're!" he spat harshly . “Maybe I should remind you?" he asked, he said icily and I gasped when he suddenly ripped the glass from my grip before turning around and hurling it to the nearest wall. I watched in shock as it shattered into a million pieces. “I'm sorry-" I quickly choked out though I knew that a mere apology wasn't enough to calm down a arrogant ill-tempered monster. “Should I make you end your p
"What's going on?" Alexander's voice caused everyone to freeze and I look at him enter the room before appearing in front of us within seconds. “She's being difficult again. We can't even continue this meeting." Danny muttered, releasing his grip and I went silent when I realized Alexander is glaring at me. "What did she do now?" he asked, softly yet harshly and Kristen explained how I refused to sit with any guy. I just stared at her, finding it hard to believe that she'd rather take a vampires side rather than her own kind. "Sit. With anyone you want to." Alexander ordered, sitting down on the sofa and I glimpsed back at him before giving a quick glance across the room. I could see David pointing his index finger towards his face as he kept mouthing the words “pick me” but I ignored him and stared at each and every one of them. “I don't want to sit with anyone.” I stated my words carefully, hoping it wouldn't annoy or piss off Alexander but of course I was wrong. "Oh, f
He then disappeared into thin air. Vampires and their abilities.What is he doing to do? With every second passing through, my heartbeat keep on increasing. I am gonna have a panic attack. " He went to get your parents. " David said with a concern. As soon as he finished, Alexander arrived with my dad in his arms. My dad wasn't very pleased with this. " What the hell did you do that Alex himself has come to bring me here? " He angrily asked me. " Dad, I want to go home. you know that I don't even want to be here. You forced me. I don't like it here. " I replied sobbing . He wasn't even happy to see me after 3 weeks. " You're staying here. Even if you decide to run, don't ever come to my house. You don't have any home. " I stared at him in utter disbelief. He didn't mean it. Did he? “Are you..." I started to choke out when the infamous devil chuckled as me and my dad snapped our heads towards him. "The argument was pleasant to hear and all but you're forgetting why we're
The party is set to be hosted in the vast garden. The foods and wines are placed in one corner and the dance floor is set on other side. People started to arrive and soon enough the entire area is filled with people. "You should eat." Franklin's voice startled me. I turned to look up at him. Why does this guy keep following me around anyways? He's been like this ever since the whole "punishment" thing happened where Alexander almost killed my dad. What is he trying to prove? I wonder. Maybe feed on me. "I will." I said shortly then he left me. After another half an hour or so, I finally decided to give up . I sighed as I made my way towards the food. Everyone was now talking and laughing, enjoying their night while I simply stood gawking at the gate. As I stood near the table, my eyes caught a sight of a guy who's wearing hoodie, standing near the gate ,looking at the palace. Why doesn't he come in? What is he doing here? I wondered. I tried to focus on him to see his face clearly