Arthur Salacosa has always been passive. He lets the flow decide where he would end up. So when they needed to move due to his father's job, he readily agreed without any qualms. He thought it would be just another city, with new people to observe, and a new place to pass by. However, it wasn't just any city—it was Delta. The city known to have the highest vampire population rate and the only city led by a vampire. Would Art continue living his life riding the tides? Or will there be something at Delta that will turn his life upside down? Maybe a few crimes, some strange friends, and a vampire love interest?
Lihat lebih banyakA wine that tastes sweet is rare, but the bitterness kind of wine is common. The temporary burning sensation in your throat down to your senses brings you an ecstatic feeling.
But those are just temporary emotions. As the daughter of a winery owner and the CEO for almost 10 years, I'm too eager to make a wine that tastes sweet, something that will let you feel that life isn't that bitter anyway. But how can I make it if my life itself is not that vibrant? My feelings are the reflection of every formula I make…that's why sometimes it becomes bland, tasteless. I heaved a sigh as I slammed the door shut and lazily sat on the swivel chair. Confused at everything, I almost smacked the keyboard with my sweaty hand. “I only used you, Lushiane.” My head is spinning, remembering those words is like a deep slash of pain by a thousand knives. Leaving me back to my darkest days when no one is there to light up my mood and mend my broken heart. Do you know how it feels when you are unable to let out your frustrations? It feels heavy, and the pain of it drowns you deeply in the ocean where you can't call for help. It feels like your heart has been twisted by someone until you drew your last breath—and that someone might be the love of your life. The one who you thought would protect you, always care for you, and love you for the rest of his life is the person who will make your heart scattered in the forest and leave it uncollected with pain. My heart is lost, maybe because I’m expecting too much…I loved him as much as he loved me. But all he cares about is money. Trusting him was my biggest mistake. I glanced at my reflection in the glass walls. My puffy eyes show me how emotionally and physically stressed I am. I only hope that I can go back in time and choose to avoid him rather than fall in love with him. Because loving him is my greatest regret. "Believe what you want to think! But one thing is for sure—" his cold eyes met mine. "—you're a fool! You fell for my trick and now, what?! I want to get back the money that your dad stole from us. F*ck everything! F*ck this love! F*ck your feelings! My family shouldn't be treated like that. But because of you, our life becomes sh*t. Do you think I will love you after all the hardships we have been through, Lushiane?” All he thinks is revenge…money. I got played, he won, I lost, and now, fate wants to play again. A knock on the door interrupted my thoughts. I instantly wiped off my tears and cleared my throat before the door swung open. “Ms. Meradeltas, the meeting is about to start. Everyone is waiting for you in the conference room.” The feelings that have been buried a long time ago…get back on track to remind me of what has been done. “Is he there?” “Mr. Xalent? Yes, the head engineer is already there, Miss.”Things happened too fast for the shocked Art. Lyle helped him get back in the car while he was calling someone on his phone. They waited for only a few minutes until the twins and the authorities arrived to deal with the crime scene. Art watched them talk outside with serious expressions.A while later, Lyle walked to his car and opened the door to the driver's seat where he was. Art looked up to him as the vampire studied his pale face."You okay? Can you drive home?" he asked.Art nodded but when he raised his hands to hold the steering wheel, Lyle noticed his fingers still trembling. Gritting his teeth, he pushed him slightly, pointing at the passenger's seat."Move. I'll drive you home." Art did not budge and only stared at him. "Hurry up.""I can drive. I just need a moment," Art said, still stubbornly holding onto his seat.Lyle clicked his tongue, feeling impatient. "You don't have a moment. This place is not safe until we catch whoever did that t
"Eyes on the road."Face heating up in embarrassment, Art focused his eyes on the road and clumsily changed the topic."Where are we going?" His tone was unnatural, and he scolded himself inside upon hearing it.Lyle did not seem to mind much, though, as he indifferently answered his question, "No specific destination. Just follow the main road. It will lead us back to the city.""Are you lowkey sabotaging my assignment?" Art asked suspiciously. Having no specific destination means leaving it to fate whether he could stumble upon an interesting story that is useful enough, or something insignificant that no one was going to waste time reading. Afterwards, another matter came to mind. "How did you know I was going out at this time and day, anyway?"It was Lyle's turn to feel a rush of embarrassment, but the guy beside him did not seem to feel any of it. So he quickly got over it and extinguished his internal turmoil, matching it with the p
Art decided to "stroll around the city" during his free day like what Kelly had said. He hasn't gone back to the club yet for the past few days, and he hasn't seen any of his soon-to-be co-members as well. They did not give him a deadline, so he assumed maybe that meant finishing the task as soon as he could.It was also kind of beneficial to him since he was yet to explore the city ever since they arrived. He sent a message to his father about him going out that day, and even though he might not read it till much later, he wanted him to feel relieved that he wasn't holing himself up in his room again.He got in his father's car which he left for him to use. But once he was comfortably seated, he looked out when he realized he had not thought of anywhere to go yet.A breath got hitched in his throat in surprise when he saw someone standing beside the car door. The person's white polo was blocking the window. The first thing Art thought of after his initial shock
Completely weirded out and perplexed at the new side of Lyle that Rey was seeing for the first time, he decided to just shrug it off and get to business. He was climbing up the stairs and heard the group still talking.The engrossed people upstairs were not aware that the little club's leader had already left through the balcony, especially Art who didn't even know there was someone else with them. Maria was first to get over how fast this new member they were recruiting at picking up things. She felt that it would not be long till one of the dusty lockers was used again. She said, with a rare grin on her face, "That's also why even though our club only does records and— like how others would call it—menial tasks, we are still one of the most strict when it comes to welcoming new members.""Do I have a tryout?" Art asked plainly, not intrigued at all."Yes. It's actually really easy," Kelly replied. "Got to be a piece of cake for you. We'll only have trouble wi
From very early on, when events were still not recorded in any way and only stories were passed on, it was said that humans and vampires have already coexisted for a long time. It was due to greed that the war started, almost wiping out both species. When the alliance and the vampire aristocrats signed the treaty, it was only then that peace began to reign over the world again. However, because of the hostility and grievances that grew over the course of the war, it was inevitable that there will still be those who harbor ill intentions and desire revenge. The government alliance and the aristocrats needed a way to assure their people. This was when a clause was added to the treaty. Double plus vampires are the aristocrats. They just wanted to idly enjoy their lives in the dark. They play a game to know which vampire will be on duty for a hundred years to ensure that the vampires are doing their part and not doing what isn't their part. Single plus vampires are t
Art's first day at his new university went smoother than expected, considering his chaotic experience the other night. He could successfully navigate his way in the university, knowing where to turn and when not to show up in specific places, unlike one of the few humans who was with him during the orientation. That guy just moved into the dorms. Art already heard some gossip about him being specifically targeted by the athletic vampires in the field that morning while he was doing his morning jog. He apparently foolishly agreed to race and obviously lost. The price was nothing harmful, and it was just like any consequence with your group of friends. He only had to do an embarrassing dance for the vampires' entertainment. Art initially thought it was childish, but maybe the ages of those vampires could still be considered young for their species. When he ventured into this train of thought, he was suddenly filled with questions and curiosity. His father worked fo
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