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The Darkest Temptation 15
~ToveA week eventually passes, and once Keo returns, he takes me away to another territory for training immediately.“Seven. Really?” I question, turning around in place.He did tell me to put on a thick coat and boots. It's the only real thing he's said to me since returning. And now, we are in the icy tundra that is Territory Seven.At this point I'm convinced Keo is trying to find the most creative way to kill me.“The cold may help you concentrate," he notes, shuffling through the snow as he looks over the bleak environment.I want to ask him about the other week. He acted so strangely, but by the distant look in his eyes, he isn't in the mood to explain himself.I've spent the entire week simmering in my own thoughts and theories about that night.“This is ridiculous," I mutter, feeling the bitter chill of the icy air sting my cheeks.“No one shall bother us here. No Noble’s, especially," Keo explains.I laugh breathily. There is no form of life for miles - just an endless expan
The Darkest Temptation 16
~ToveA couple of days have passed and Keo has bothered me once about training.It's gotten on my nerves for multiple reasons.Firstly, Mary is awaiting a cure, and the sooner I get it to her by completing Keo's task, the less she has to suffer.And secondly...well, I'm bored.Keo doesn't show at breakfast, so, once afternoon rolls around, I amble down to where I know he will be working on whatever business a Demon must attend to.Sure enough, he's leaning over his desk, one hand delved into his dark hair, the other scribbling something I would assume is important onto the paper in front of him."So, what are we doing today?" I ask, leaning against the doorframe.He doesn't look up."I'm working."I sigh irritably, expecting this response. "I thought we could do some more training.""That won't be happening." He starts to drum his fingers on the surface of his desk, conveying his unspoken irritation at my unannounced presence."Why not?"He looks up through dark, thick lashes. "You ne
The Darkest Temptation 17
~ToveThis isn't good.I stare at the ceiling, employing as many ways of distracting myself as possible.I've tried pacing, although that failed to tire me out. Reading was thwarted by my aching eyes from spending all day doing it, and writing down my concerns proved to be impossible considering my lack of paper and a pen...And the thought of Keo ever uncovering my wretched thoughts.Groaning, I toss the covers off my legs and lurch back up to standing.The wood floor is cold underfoot as I stride to the balcony door, pushing it open. The sheer curtains brush against my skin as I step out, letting the sharp sea-scented breeze sweep my hair back off my shoulders.I'm thinking about Keo.Being near him is intoxicating. But it's more than that...I know who he is, what he has done. And yet I find him deeply fascinating, and considering I'm one of the few Angel-bloods he isn't willing to kill right now, my urge to uncover more about him is burning with untamed fire.His parting words to
The Darkest Temptation 18
~ToveKeo hasn't returned. It's been days.I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling. I'm cold, but I don't want to get out of bed to close the balcony doors.Keo is my mate. This isn't a nightmare, it's real...Rolling over, I stuff my pillow over my head. What am I going to do?The past few days have been me mindlessly wandering between the bedroom and the kitchen. I can't tell if I'm awaiting Keo's return, or dreading it.Either way, I haven't been able to bring myself to leave and return to Territory One.The slanted rainfall drenches part of the wood floor of the room, the curtains billowing around wildly. I'm miserable...I can't be mated to Keo. I just can't.It's not like we can sit down and talk like a normal couple. We can't go out on dates, or sweet walks, or anything else that's average for mates.He's a murderer. He's shady, he lies and he keeps secrets. He manipulates, and he hurts people, and was likely planning on killing me.He may still. Or he may never return.It's clear
The Darkest Temptation 19
~ToveRubbing my eyes, I wander from my bedroom, trying not to yawn.It's been six weeks. I'm home, in my apartment, trying to get back to my normal life.When I left, I didn't expect for there to be a looming shadow over my life. Everything is so peaceful, but it's a dark kind of quiet that is unnerving.I haven't heard from Keo. I knew I wouldn't, but it still hurts.It was me, who made the decision to leave. Each night I'm kept up with that thought, wondering if I made the right decision. Giving up a mate, regardless of who they are, is not easy.But seeing Mary, perfectly healthy and healed of her horrific disease makes this all worth it.“How are you feeling this morning?” she asks me as I walk into the kitchenMary has been sleeping in my apartment over the last few weeks. I don't want to be alone, or to be away from her. All is forgiven between us...All she knows is that Keo was the one who saved her. She doesn't know why, or how, but she trusts me. That's what matters.“I’m o
The Darkest Temptation 20
~ToveI gasp, stumbling back.“Dax...What are you doing here?"“I’m glad to have bumped into you, Tove.” He smiles down at me, triumphant. My stomach turns, because this is no accident, and there is only one reason why he has appeared in front of me.I draw in a breath, glancing at Mary. She doesn't look scared, although I get the sense that she would rather return home than be back in that manor with the Noble's.“I’m sorry, I need to get into my apartment," I mutter, shouldering past him.He grabs my arm, stopping me short. He doesn't care that we are in the middle of the street, that people pass us by. He's a Noble, he can get away with whatever he wants...No one is going to save me.“I’m afraid I’m going to need you to come with me," he murmurs lowly, tilting his head down so he is speaking right into my ear.“Why?”He frowns. “You know why.”“Keo will not be a threat to me any longer. He has promised to leave me alone," I insist.I've only had freedom for a few weeks. I thought D
The Darkest Temptation 21
~ToveMy feet touch the ground, my eyes blinking open.I expected the Territory Two manor, but I quickly realise Keo has taken me elsewhere. We are in some kind of large cabin that looks like it has just been built recently.The scent of treated wood fills my nose as I turn in circles. "We are somewhere new.""Correct."I should have known. Keo moves around often, and we were overdue for a change.Approaching the window, I note that we are on the edge of a forest. The leaves are all shades of brown and gold, many seated in piles on the forest floor. Toward the front of the house, there is a small stream nearly overgrown with long, thick grass."I'm assuming Territory Eight?" From what I know, it's perpetual autumn here."It will work for now," Keo muses, staring out at what the moonlight illuminates. There is something seated deep in his eyes - maybe a memory from long ago that occurred here."Thank you...for coming to get me," I murmur softly.He casts his gaze over to me, my heart f
The Darkest Temptation 22
~ToveI sit on the steps of the porch, looking between the thick boughs of the sprawling trees.It's nice here. Peaceful.Keo affirmed that there is no one for quite a distance in either direction. Only a couple weeks ago that notion would have terrified me, but now that I know I'm his mate, and he won't kill me, I like it.I hear Keo's footsteps before I hear his voice."This is where things start getting interesting," he exclaims from behind me, the recently built porch creaking under his weight.I look back over my shoulder. "Interesting? What does that mean?""I have something that should enhance your power," he tells me, reaching his hand into his pocket.Scrambling up to my feet, curious about what this could be. I always figured I was meant to find my magic myself, so knowing I may have additional help is quite exciting."Really?"He pulls a necklace from his pocket. It had a gold chain connecting to a simple setting for a beautiful emerald."Woah, it's beautiful," I breathe in
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