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
Seth's PovAs I sipped on my cup of blood, I couldn't help but notice that something seemed off about Lotus. Normally she would be chatty, but she was playing with her food and barely touching it. I couldn't shake the feeling that something was bothering her. I wanted to ask her what was going on, but I hesitated, unsure of how to approach the topic. Maybe she was still angry with me for not telling her about my past with the mastermind. It had been a touchy subject between us, and I didn't want to make things worse by bringing it up. Nevertheless, her silence was unsettling, and I knew I needed to find out what was wrong.Just then, Lotus suddenly spoke up, interrupting my thoughts. "Seth, I saw something outside my window last night," she said, her voice low and uneasy. "It was a dark figure, and then it disappeared."I immediately felt a knot form in my stomach. I tried to hide my concern so as not to alarm her. "Are you sure you saw something?" I asked, trying to sound calm. "Mayb
Lotus PovSeth sat down beside me, his face grave. "We're still investigating," he said. "We don't know who they were or what they wanted. But we won't rest until we find out."I nodded, grateful for Seth's reassurance. But I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that was settling in my stomach. What if those intruders were just the tip of the iceberg? What if there were more of them out there, waiting to strike?Seth must have noticed the worry on my face because he placed a hand on my shoulder. "Don't worry," he said. "We'll keep you safe."I nodded, knowing that I could trust Seth and Damon to protect me. But I also knew that I had to do my part. I couldn't just sit around and wait for someone to save me. I had to be vigilant and cautious, and always be on the lookout for danger.As Seth got up to leave, I asked him one more question. "Do you think the intruders were after me?"Seth frowned, his brows furrowed in thought. "It's possible," he said. "But we can't jump to conclusio
Seth's PovI quickly issued instructions to Damon, my most trusted subordinate, as we stood in the grand hallway of the castle. The atmosphere crackled with tension as we dealt with the intrusion that had disrupted the tranquility of our domain. With a commanding tone, I conveyed my orders to Damon, ensuring that the intruders would be taken to the secure confines of the dungeon, where we could extract the truth from them."Damon," I said firmly, my voice laced with authority, "take those trespassers to the dungeon. Spare no precautions in securing them. We need answers, and we need them swiftly." My gaze locked with his, a silent understanding passing between us.Damon, a loyal and capable warrior, nodded in acknowledgement, his eyes reflecting his unwavering commitment to carry out my commands. He swiftly signaled to the guards flanking the intruders, their expressions steely and resolute. With the intruders now in custody, they were escorted away under the vigilant watch of my trus
Lotus PovAs Seth and I stepped out of the room, a swirl of questions and uncertainties whirled within me, entangling my thoughts like a thick fog. Seth, my enigmatic companion, had always carried an air of secrecy, a shroud that concealed his true intentions. I couldn't help but wonder what hidden truths lay behind his actions, what secrets he guarded so fiercely.The weight of unanswered questions bore heavily upon me, threatening to unravel the delicate threads that held our relationship together. Why were the council of elders after my life? What motivated Seth to invest such a substantial sum to acquire me? And perhaps most perplexing of all, what made me so unique, so significant, that he had gone to great lengths to possess me, unlike his treatment of Dalia and the other slaves?A surge of suspicion coursed through my veins, intertwining with a growing sense of unease. Was there a reason for Dalia's animosity towards me? Did she harbor resentment towards the fact that I, a mere
Seth PovThe weight of uncertainty settled heavily upon my shoulders as I pondered Lotus's relentless pursuit of the truth. Her insatiable curiosity had always been a defining characteristic, and it was no surprise that she yearned to understand the intricacies of her own existence. But her inquiries had ventured into dangerous territory, probing into the motives of the council of elders and the enigma surrounding our unborn child.As I reclined in the study, surrounded by the comforting embrace of leather-bound tomes and the faint scent of aged parchment, my mind wrestled with the challenge before me. How could I dissuade Lotus from her relentless pursuit of knowledge without betraying the trust we had built? How could I shield her from the harsh realities that lurked in the shadows, threatening to shatter our carefully constructed world?Lost in my thoughts, I failed to notice Damon's piercing gaze fixated upon me. His voice broke through the fog of contemplation, jolting me back to