I dashed across the corridor, desperate to reach my destination. The corridor appeared to be quite longer than it used to be, but I didn't let it deter me. I had to save the vampire's life.
I paused for a second when I approached my father's room. What if he discovered what I was up to? What if he became enraged? I didn't want to deal with his rage.
I took a deep breath and carefully turned the doorknob. As I opened the door, it made a creaking sound. I entered the room gently, looking for the medicine that my father had hidden.
I saw a little box on a high shelf. It was made of wood and locked with a silver key. I knew my dad kept the key in his desk drawer. I quickly went to the desk, feeling very anxious.
I felt my heart race as I looked through the drawer. I could hear someone coming towards the room. I started to panic as I searched for the key, my hands shaking nervously.
"Lily, what exactly are you doing in here?" My father's voice stunned me, and I hurriedly shut the drawer while pretending to be looking for something else.
"Oh, I was just looking for a pen, you know. I needed to jot something down," I muttered, my voice trembling.
For a brief while, my father looked at me suspiciously, as if he could see straight through my deception. To my relief, he then shrugged and went to exit the room.
"OK, just be careful. Dinner will be ready soon," he added, his voice tinged with worry.
I felt relieved when the door closed. I opened a drawer and found a silver key. Excitedly, I took it and hurried back to the bookcase.
With the key, I unlocked the small wooden box. Inside were vials of the antidote. I picked one carefully and closed the box, holding the precious vial tightly as I went back to my room.
As I walked down the hallway, I worried about what would happen if someone found out what I was doing. I couldn't tell anyone about the injured vampire. I was saving a life, but others might see it as a betrayal. My thoughts were racing as I tried to figure out what to do next.
My mother appeared in front of me, obstructing my path, just as I was about to enter my room. Her eyes narrowed as she glanced at me, a questioning expression on her face.
"Lily, where were you just now?" she said, her voice apprehensive.
My palms became moist as I swallowed hard. "I was just around the corridor. Why?"
Her attention was fixed on me, and I could sense her skepticism. "I swear I heard something...Are you sure you're all right?"
"I'm fine, Mom," I said, my voice slightly shaking. "I just needed some time alone."
She stared at me for a while, trying to understand what I said. Eventually, she nodded and moved aside, allowing me to go into my room.
I felt so relieved as I closed the door. I had lied to both my mom and dad, and it made me feel bad inside. I knew I had to lie to protect the hurt vampire, but it felt like I broke their trust. I felt guilty, but I couldn't let it bother me too much. I had a bigger worry: saving a life.
I hurried to where the vampire was still lying on the floor. He was barely breathing, and his skin looked pale compared to the red stains on his body.
Oh no...he is dying.
I felt so sad seeing him in pain, so I gently held his head.
I opened the bottle with the special medicine and gave it to him to drink. I poured it into his mouth carefully, hoping it would help him and make him better.
I waited and watched his face, hoping for a sign that he was getting better. Time felt like it was going very slowly, and I started to worry. Was it too late? Had I waited too long to save him?
I saw his fingers move gently, and it caught my attention when I was feeling sad and worried. I held my breath, hoping to see more signs that he was alive. His eyelids slowly opened, revealing his beautiful green eyes once again.
I felt a huge wave of relief wash over me, and a smile appeared on my face. He was still alive, and I had saved him.
He struggled to sit up, his gaze fixed on me with newfound strength. His eyes showed a connection between us, something unspoken but deep. We had a bond that went beyond just being in the same situation. It was a strong connection that didn't make sense, but it felt familiar and special.
"Thank you," he said quietly, his voice barely above a whisper, yet every syllable rang true within me.
My voice was laced with passion as I flashed him a hesitant smile. "You're welcome. I couldn't just let you die."
He looked at me, and we understood each other without words. We didn't need to explain or justify anything. We just knew. Our understanding went beyond our different worlds.
As time passed, he grew stronger. I watched as his wounds healed right in front of me. The antidote had worked, reversing the poison and saving his life. I was amazed at how powerful it was and grateful that it existed.
I turned to him, and his presence filled the room. He had a noticeable glow, and his wounds had disappeared, leaving only faint scars. He seemed more powerful now, like his true self had returned.
I gave him a glass of water from my table. He reached for it, and our hands touched. It made me feel a strange sensation, and my face turned red.
I watched him drink, amazed by how charming he was. He looked like a work of art, with sharp and elegant features. His hair was black and flowed around his face, and his eyes sparkled with a mysterious and happy look.
I couldn't help but imagine what it would be like to kiss him. His strong jawline and nicely shaped lips had a kind of allure. Even though he seemed weak, he had a confident and attractive presence that was hard to resist.
But, as I admired his good looks, doubt started to grow. Was it right to help him? I was taught to hate vampires, to see them as dangerous creatures that hurt innocent people. Yet, here I was, risking everything for one of them.
My inner struggle got stronger as I watched him, waiting for him to get better. I questioned my choices and the path I had taken. Was I making a big mistake? Was I going against everything I had learned?
Finally, I gathered the courage to ask the question that had been bothering me. "What is your name?" I inquired, feeling both scared and genuinely curious.
He looked at me with eyes that held a depth I couldn't quite grasp. He paused briefly before speaking, his voice filled with regret. "I'm Adrian. Adrian DuMont."Adrian DuMont. The name struck a chord with me, eliciting a flash of remembrance. It was a name with weight, one that triggered something deep within my memories. But I couldn't remember where I'd heard it previously.He responded the query before I could delve more into the mystery surrounding his name. "What about you? Can you tell me your name?"I paused for a moment, unsure whether to reveal my true identity. But there was something about him, something in the way he looked at me, that made me want to believe him. "Lily, Lily McGregor."Adrian's face lit up with surprise, as if my name meant something. His eyes widened slightly as a flash of recognition passed through them. "Lily McGregor," he said quietly again, as if testing the name on his tongue. "The daughter of the renowned pack hunter, Robert McGregor?"I nodded, s
I was really exhausted when I left my room because I wanted to get away from the chaos and commotion. But when I unintentionally ran into Audrey, the girl who had caused me the pain, things only became worse. Tyler choosing her rather than me shocked me. My feelings of pain and rage intensified as a result of how misled and played I felt."Oh, how are you doing, Lily?" Audrey asked, her voice dripping with disdain. "I imagine you're heartbroken?"I attempted to ignore the hurt of her words and push past her. I needed to concentrate on finding Adrian and assuring his safety. Tyler's decision and Audrey's presence were unnecessary distractions.I wandered the corridors, lost in my thoughts, my head still reeling from the incident. Audrey's unexpected appearance in front of me puzzled me. What exactly was she doing here? Why is she bothering me right now? To rub salt into my fresh wounds?Audrey's sarcastic voice cut through my thoughts once more, "Have you become deaf because of heartbr
"What's happening here?" I asked, my voice trembling with confusion. The air in the room choked me with tension, and I could feel the weight of their gazes on me.Tyler's grip on Adrian tightened, his voice dripping with triumph. "Look who I found snooping around your chambers, Lily. He could be a thief, or worse, an assassin."My mind raced, searching for a way to salvage the situation. I had to think fast, to find the right words that would divert their attention. I wandered why Tyler was suddenly acting like the hero in all this.Summoning every ounce of composure I had left, I straightened my posture, meeting Tyler's gaze head-on. "Tyler, let him go," I commanded, my voice firm and unwavering. "He is not a threat. He's here under my protection."Tyler's expression hardened, "What? Are you commanding me, the Alpha-to-be? And why is he here under your protection? Who the hell is he to you?"My father stepped forward, his expression stern and questioning. "Lily, why are you showing s
Without looking at him, I replied, "No."I tried to move through the door, but he blocked the way again, "I won't beg you.""And I don't want you to.""Why are you being difficult?'"Just let me pass!" I jerked his hand off the door rail but he banged the door behind us, making me flinch back.I glanced at him, my gaze piercing. "What do you think you're doing?""Is this how you want things to be from now on between us? Weird? Awkward? Toxic? Shitty?" The words came out of his mouth like garbage."You made it this way…" My voice broke with every syllable.He sighed and looked the other side. I walked back more and folded my arms, eager to get this over with and get away from him. "Speak."He hesitated, "Lily, I understand that our breakup was difficult for both of us…""Oh gee, look who's just finding out.""You won't even let me speak.""Look, I don't even want to hear anything. You've said all I needed to hear already. We just need to find a way to move forward..."He scoffed, his e
Don swung a punch first but it barely reached Adrian. He let out a corny laugh that made me roll my eyes. "Was just warming my reflexes…I'm gonna pulverise you..."As Don continued swinging his fists in the air, Adrian remained still, observing his movements with careful attention. I couldn't help but wonder what Adrian was planning. What was his strategy? The anticipation built within me slowly.Jaxon took a seat beside me, breaking my focus on the fight. He leaned closer and asked, "Why do you trust that guy so much, Lily?"I paused for a moment, gathering my thoughts. "He saved me, Jaxon. There's something about him, something I can't quite explain," I replied shakily.Jaxon tilted his head at me, "Lily, you know you can't keep things from me right?""I'm not trying to.""We'll get back to that… I talked to Tyler." His voice faded."You didn't have to. You really shouldn't have.""I can see that it's been bothering you. You don't have to carry it all on your own," he said, his voic
As nightfall descended, I carefully tiptoed through the house, leaving a note for my mom in my room, informing her that I would be out with Sarah for a party. I doubt she'd read it.I quickly got ready, choosing a flowing dress that shimmered under the moonlight, accentuating its vibrant colors. I added a touch of light makeup and let my hair cascade in loose waves around my shoulders. Satisfied with my appearance, I quietly made my way downstairs, cautious not to make any noise to attract attention.Following the plan Adrian and I had devised earlier that day, I waited in the corridor near his chambers. Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder, and my instincts kicked in. I quickly turned and pushed the person to the floor ready to stomp on his stomach, only for me to realize that it was Adrian. My cheek grew hot red in embarrassment, "Oh no, I'm so sorry…"I helped him get up slowly and he dusted his shirt."It's alright, you really have fast reflexes."You scared me." I exclaimed. "
My eyes were deceiving me. It was only Sandra standing there.Adrian and I exchanged knowing glances. We shared an understanding and with a tint of blush on my cheeks, I quickly pulled farther away from Adrian, feeling embarrassed and awkward.I glanced at Sarah, desperately hoping she wouldn't pry into our intimate moment. However, she did just that. "What's going on between you two?" she asked slyly, a mischievous spark in her eyes.I feigned ignorance, trying to play it cool. "Nothing. We were just enjoying the peacefulness by the stream."Adrian sensed what was going on and excused himself.Sarah wasn't convinced and persisted. "Come on, Lily. I can see it in your eyes. There's something more going on here, isn't there?"I stood up feeling uncomfortable, avoiding her gaze. "Sarah, really, it's nothing. Let's not make a big deal out of it."Sensing my discomfort, Sarah changed the topic, "I heard about Audrey being a bitch to you…"It almost came like a kick in my gut. Of course s
The riddle or prophecy or whatever it was I read the previous night couldn't leave my memory.I kept on saying it to myself, to me almost turning myself to a self-indulged lunatic.Was I making progress? Nope. I asked Sandra to help me search it up, but she gave no results. I also checked it online myself but there was no sensible result.It was on my call with Sandra she had told me something which would go on to disturb me throughout the day.I noticed Don was awfully quiet that day and less of a nuisance. That was definitely a bad sign. He was busy talking to a Beta beside the detached building and I decided to approach him. I wanted to ask him about what Sarah told me, of him telling her that he knows about the secret Adrian and I were hiding and why I was protecting Adrian. What exactly does he mean by that and what does he know?I walked towards Don, my heart pounding with anger and frustration. Whatever he was up to, I needed to find out. I couldn't let him get away with it. I