“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 pathetic life here and now?" he asked, roughly clutching my wrist and bringing himself closer. My eyes widened as I bit my quivering bottom lip to stop myself from shaking before I shook my head as I tried to fight back my tears. Something flashed in his eyes but it left as soon as it appeared . when I am about to open my mouth ,David's voice echoed through the silent room. “Let's not do anything hasty. It's just her first day, Alex. She apologized, I'm sure it won't happen again, right Katarina?" David asked and for the first time ever since I entered this palace,I smiled as I mouthed “thank you" at him before Alexander's intense gaze returned from David and back to me. “Yes!" I said quickly . Alexander gave me a very cold look before releasing my trembling hands and move back. 4He disappeared out of the room and I took in a shaky breath, brushing away a few tears that had fallen down on my cheeks. Why is this happening to me? What did I do to deserve this? I understand that there are consequences to every bad deed but what have I done so wrong in my past life to deserve any of this? "You should go have some rest." David suggested and without further questions, I turned around and bolted out of the room. I didn't exactly know where I was going but I passed the hallway before meeting up the spiral staircase. Normally, I would I have used this chance to make a run for it but I've already caused enough trouble for the night. I jogged my way up the stairs, turned to my left and straddled along the long hallway before I noticed a familiar door. My room. I found myself bursting inside as I rushed towards the bed before plopping on it, tears rolling down my cheeks as soon as I rested my head on the soft pillow. "I hate this, I fucking hate this!" I cried, bringing a pillow to cover my face before muffling out a scream. "I'll escape, no matter what. There is no way I'm staying here!" I assured myself, brushing away my tears and swallowing down another sob. "I just have to come up with a good plan." The next day, I opened my eyes and sat up straight, darting my eyes around the room as I tried to remember everything that happened last night. "That's right, I was chosen." I murmured to myself before clutching the pillow close to my lips. "Did I fall asleep ?" I wondered, getting out of bed and into the bathroom. After washing my face and taking a quick shower, I headed up to the wardrobe, opening it and picking out a casual summer dress. As soon as I wore them, someone knocked on the door and before I could give them permission to come in, the door flew open and in came the girls, each one of them wearing a stunning outfit with matching heels. "Come downstairs to eat." Kristen said, and I slowly nodded before grabbing the black slippers, quickly slipping them on. “hanna, go tell them we'd be down there soon.” she instructed and one of the girls nodded obediently before rushing out of the room. Normally, I would have at least said something back but I figured that although they can't see it yet, we're all in this together and at the end of the day, we need each other to survive here. "You missed the event last night." Diana sneered as I tied my hair into a ponytail and I looked at her in confusion. "Did something happen later? Because-" I paused when I noticed the bandage on the girl's neck as they rolled their eyes. My eyes widened and I stared at them in disbelief. "You let them...?" I trailed away when Hanna came to me, flipping her hair to a side as she cleared her throat. “You didn't even showed up. They were all expecting us last night. " She said but her words seemed unclear to me as I reached to touch her neck. She scowled, making a disgust look as she took a step back and I couldn't help but feel sorry for this poor soul. “Does it hurt? It must have hurt" I stated softly, and I heard the three of them scoff before Kristen walked up to me. "Not everyone is a cry baby like you. Stop pitying us and worry about yourself!" she stated, raising her voice and I stared at her in surprise. "I don't know why Alex even bothered to give you a chance." she finished, giving my shoulders a hard push as I stumbled backwards. "Is there something wrong?" a voice interrupted us and we all turned to look at a vampire. "David!" The three girls said together and I looked up to meet his gaze as he smiled at me and then at the girls. “We were just inviting her for breakfast.” Kristen lied and I didn't bother to fight back. I don't want to cause any trouble. I watched David nod before averting my gaze back on the floor, hoping he would leave us alone. “Am I the only one who didn't let them drink my blood yet? What if I'm next?" my thoughts started to bubble up and I was about to turn around when Diana grabbed my hand. "Let's go,” she said in a sickly sweet voice as I faked a smile before shaking my head. “Oh, don't be so difficult, you'll get used to it.” she said clutching my wrist roughly as it hurt and I was about to swat them away when she started dragging me out of the room. “How come you didn't show up last night?" I heard David ask before Diana and me came to a halt in the hallway. We both turned to face him and I fidgeted nervously. "I-I fell asleep." I stammered a little and he simply nodded with a warm smile, which made me feel a little better. Maybe this guy wasn't so bad? “Now go eat.” he smiled and I was about to say something when Diana started dragging me again. As the girls guided me into living room, I noticed Franklin and Joey sitting on a sofa, next to David as they all talked and joked around. " Eat." I hear David say before pointing to a small coffee table full of muffins and pastries. I didn't even bother to smile or utter a word. I stood still in my position before a hand grabbed my wrist and started dragging me towards the sofa. “No, I'm not hungry.” I said, jerking my hand away and Joey turned to look at me before sighing. “I get that you're uncomfortable but at least eat something.” he said softly .I shook my head, glancing at the girls and then the guys, who were now staring at me. I noticed that Alexander is missing and it relieved me beyond words. but A lot more vampires are present here. "Just have something." he insisted and I gave him a quick look before rushing towards the table and grabbing a chocolate muffin. As soon as I took a bite, took a few steps back, making sure to keep a safe distance between me and the vampires which didn't seem to please some of them. Kristen walked up to a random guy and sitting on his lap while the other girls followed her lead, doing the exact same thing. Usually, I would have gagged in disgust but I was worried for them. What if they decide to feed on them again? "Come sit.” David called but I shook my head. “You don't have a choice." I heard another guy say before he bolted up to me, grabbing my hands and jerking me towards him. I immediately tried to brush him away when he glared at me, causing a shiver down my spine. "Danny, go easy on her. She's just shy." I heard Joey say and I quickly used this chance to jerk myself away from him. "For how long? ” he snapped, rolling his eyes. “Just leave her be for now.” another guy muttered as I stood before them biting the inside of my cheeks. “She's going to let us taste her sooner or later," I heard Danny say, causing goosebumps all over my body. “Maybe it's about time ." I hear someone say before Danny grabbed my hands again. I gasped before shaking my head. "Stop! Let me go!" I yelled, trying to jerk his hands away but he was a lot stronger. A whimper escaped through my lips as I struggled to free myself."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
It has been a month since I started to live here. I am desperate to get out of here but my plan isn't working at all. For my plan to work out, I need Alexander to atleast acknowledge my presence but instead, he hate it. I haven't really had an actual conversation with any of the Vampires till now. At the same time, I didn't ignore them too. They might be thinking that I was “finally" getting used to my new home. I looked through my luggage and smiled when I noticed the little wooden box, tucked under some of my clothes. I picked it out gently and placed it on the dressing table before opening it to reveal a bracelet that I had received from my mom. I quickly shut the suitcase, blinking away my tears as I straightened my posture. Relax Kat, it's not like you're not going to see them again. “I should be getting ready." I mumbled to myself, staring up at the alarm clock near my bed. It was 7:30 pm,time for dinner and I can't afford to be late. It was always my usual routine to eat
I can't believe all of this was really taking place right now! Some of them went ahead and occupied the rooms. The moans and their ecstatic screams are heard all around me. I couldn't bear it anymore. “Can I leave to my room?" I asked softly, looking away from the girls and vampires as I look at Alexander . He takes a sip of blood from his glass and I held back the urge to puke on him. “No. If you're not going to join us, then you're going to stay here and get used to it." He said, leaning back in his chair . I just stood there not knowing how to leave from here. " Danny appear out of nowhere and tried to drag me. “For god's sake Katarina," David whined across the room and I kept silent, tears threatening to fall. Was tonight finally the night they were going to feed on me? "Come here.” David called me but I shook my head. He seem not to take “no” for an answer because the next thing I knew, he cupped my cheeks, causing me to look at him . "I can't, please.." I choked o
After Alexander approved the idea of going out , everyone are excited about it . Even me. I am stepping out of the palace without any intention of escaping. I myself surprised by my behavior. “Let me carry that for you.” David said, bolting up to me and grabbing a bag packed with food. His light platinum hair shone brightly in the sunlight. “David, I'm fine. It's just a bag." I mumbled, snatching it away from him. “You're extra nice to her today. Trying to make up for last night?" Franklin snickered as he ran his hand on his black hair. David scratched the back of his hair nervously as the events of last night flashed through my mind. I distanced myself. “The jeep is here, get in!" Joey shouted excitingly, Every one took a seat and David sat next to me, which made me feel very uncomfortable and slightly annoyed. I glanced out of the window and noticed another Jeep driving next to us, side by side. It wasn't long before we arrived near a huge amusement park setup with thrilling
*Next day* I opened my eyes with great difficulty,looking up at the ceiling . My head felt like someone was banging on it with a stick. God, I am not going to drink again. “shit." I groaned with my hands on my head, sitting up from the bed as I looked around. I was confused as I was in my room. “Awake, I see.” Alexander's voice made me gasp . I turned to look at him. He was looking at me with his signature cold glare. “What happened? How come I am here? " I asked him. He gave me a long look as if analysing me. "You don't remember anything?" he asked before walking towards me. “You don't remember what you did last night?" he detailed himself on what he implying here, I was about to say something when memories from last night came crashing in my mind, causing my jaws to hung open. I-I got drunk?! "About that." I covered my face with my hands trying to remember clearly. “Don't you remember throwing up all over my shirt?" he asked angrily . I froze as fear engulf me . I st
David hesitated for a while probably contemplating what to say. "Ok. Ask me. ” He said shortly and I smiled a little. He's friendly and quite trustworthy excluding that night. “it's about Alexander, why everyone fear him?" I asked him . He chuckled softly before reaching into his pockets to pick something from it. It's a small glass bottle with red liquid. I gag as I thought it's human blood. " It's goat's blood. When my urge gets out of control, I drink this. I fed on it. " David replied as if he heard what I thought. " Then about your question,He's not as dangerous or ruthless as people presume him to be," he responded, I stared at him in surprise. “But that's the kind of image he prefers to have. He wants people to get scared of him so that they won't get near him. " David said while rolling up his sleeves. “Right, okay." I mumbled, rubbing my hands together nervously. “does Alexander killed anyone before.?"