Seth's POV:I opened my eyes and saw Lotus standing next to me, worry etched on her face. I knew she was concerned about me, but I couldn't help but feel a little annoyed by it. I'm a vampire, after all. I'm practically indestructible."You don't have to worry about me, Lotus. I'm stronger than you think," I said, trying to reassure her.She chuckled softly. "Of course I know you're strong, Seth. But that doesn't mean I can't worry about you."I reached out and took her hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "I appreciate your concern, Lotus. But I promise you, I'm going to be okay. Vampires heal fast, remember?"As I spoke, I couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt wash over me. I knew that Lotus had been through a lot lately, what with The Mastermind and everything else that had been going on. The last thing she needed was to worry about me.I made a mental note to be more careful in the future. I didn't want to put any unnecessary stress on Lotus or the baby. They were the most importan
Lotus PovAs we drove through the winding roads surrounded by thick trees, I couldn't help but marvel at the beauty of nature around us. The leaves rustled gently, and the sunlight filtered through the branches, creating a dappled effect on the ground. It was as though we were entering a magical forest, far away from the mundane and supernatural world.Finally, we arrived at the mansion, and I was speechless at the sight before me. The house was enormous, with a vast garden surrounding it. The driveway was long and winding, lined with perfectly trimmed hedges and flower beds. It was like something out of a fairytale, a castle in the middle of a magical forest.As we entered the house, I was struck by how grand everything was. The high ceilings, the chandeliers, the marble floors – it was all so opulent. I could hardly believe that Seth owned all of this.Damon gave me a tour of the house, showing us the many rooms, each one more luxurious than the last. The bedrooms were particularly
Seth's Pov:As we drove through the winding roads surrounded by thick trees, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and ownership. This estate had been in my family for generations, and I had worked hard to maintain and expand upon it.Finally, we arrived at the mansion, and I watched as my guests marveled at the sight before them. The house was enormous, with a vast garden surrounding it. The driveway was long and winding, lined with perfectly trimmed hedges and flower beds. It was like something out of a fairytale, a castle in the middle of a magical forest.Entering the house, I could tell that they were impressed by its grandeur. The high ceilings, the chandeliers, the marble floors – it was all so opulent. It was moments like these that made me grateful for my immortality and the time I had to accumulate wealth and knowledge.Damon gave Lotus a tour of the house, showing them the many rooms, each one more luxurious than the last. The bedrooms were particularly impressive, wit
Lotus PovAs the days went by, a sense of unease started to settle over me. It was like a dark cloud hanging over the mansion, suffocating the light and joy that once filled every corner. Strange noises echoed through the halls at night, and I often woke up to find myself drenched in sweat, as if I had just escaped from a nightmare.One evening, I was sitting in the library, lost in my thoughts, when I heard footsteps coming from the hallway. I looked up, expecting to see Seth or Damon, but there was no one there. The footsteps grew louder, and I could feel my heart pounding in my chest. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the shadows, their eyes glowing red in the darkness. It was the mastermind, and he had finally found us.I stood up, ready to fight, but the figure disappeared just as quickly as it had appeared. I was left standing there, alone in the library, with a sense of dread creeping over me. It was clear that the battle ahead was going to be much harder than I had ever imagined
Seth's PovAs I walked towards the garden, I couldn't help but feel nervous. I knew that Lotus had been on edge lately, and I wanted to do something to take her mind off the mastermind. She had been through so much already, and I didn't want her to live in fear any longer. I wanted her to know that she was safe, and that I would do anything to protect her and our unborn child.When I returned to my room, I paced back and forth, wracking my brain for ideas. I thought about taking her on a trip, but I knew that wouldn't solve anything. we couldn't run from our problems forever. I needed something more concrete, something that would show Lotus that I was there for her no matter what.That's when I remembered Damon. Damon had always been my closest confidant, my right-hand man in everything. If anyone knew how to make Lotus feel better, it was him.As I waited in my room, the weight of the situation heavy on my mind, I sent a maid to summon Damon to come and see me. I knew I needed his he
Lotus PovAs we sat in the garden, the moon shining brightly above us, I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease despite the beautiful setting that Seth had created. I knew that he was trying to take my mind off the mastermind and the danger that still lingered, but it was hard to completely let go of the fear.But the scent of flowers filled the air as a gentle breeze swept through the garden, rustling the leaves of the trees and making the candles flicker. The sound of crickets chirping in the distance was the only noise that could be heard, making the moment even more intimate. Seth's presence beside me was comforting, and I leaned into him, resting my head on his shoulder.It was then that he spoke, his voice breaking the silence. "Do you remember the day I bought you at the auction?" he asked softly. I tensed at the memory, my heart racing as I remembered the fear I had felt when I had been sold as property.I nodded, remembering that day vividly. So many other vampires had been
SETH'S POV The next morning, I woke up to the soft sound of Lotus breathing beside me. Her peaceful face was a sight to behold, and I couldn't help but feel grateful for her presence in my life. I watched her for a few moments, admiring her beauty and the way the sunlight filtered through the curtains, illuminating her features. Finally, I got up, being careful not to wake her up, and headed to my study room to figure out a plan to keep us safe from the dangers that still lurked around us.As I settled into my chair, I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease wash over me. The mastermind was still out there, and they were still targeting us. I needed to come up with a way to protect Lotus, but I was at a loss as to how to do it. I took a deep breath and tried to focus on the task at hand.My study room was filled with books and papers, but I ignored them for now. Instead, I pulled out my notebook and started jotting down ideas. Maybe we could go into hiding somewhere far away, but th
Lotus PovAs I sat on the edge of my bed, my mind raced with questions about Seth and the mastermind. I couldn't believe that he had kept such a big secret from me. How could he have lied to me for so long? My mind was filled with worry about what would happen next. Would they come after us? Would they harm our child?Suddenly, I heard a loud noise outside of my window. It sounded like something had crashed into the glass. I hesitated for a moment before mustering the courage to investigate. I slowly made my way to the window, my heart pounding in my chest. I cautiously peered out into the darkness, but I couldn't see anything. The night was eerily quiet, and the moon was obscured by a thick layer of clouds.Just as I was about to turn away, I caught a glimpse of movement out of the corner of my eye. I quickly spun around to face it, but all I could see was a pair of glowing red eyes. They seemed to be floating in mid-air, unattached to any sort of body. I could feel the hairs on the