Lotus PovThe next morning, as I lay in bed next to Seth, I couldn't help but feel conflicted. On one hand, I was grateful for his protection and his willingness to provide for me and our unborn child. On the other hand, I despised him for his past behavior and his insistence on being in control of every aspect of my life.I watched him as he slept, taking in every detail of his appearance. His jet-black hair was tousled and falling across his forehead, and his chest rose and fell in a steady rhythm. Despite my mixed feelings, I couldn't deny the physical attraction I felt toward him. His sharp features and piercing blue eyes made my heart race every time he looked at me.As I continued to observe him, I noticed the way his muscles moved beneath his skin, even as he slept. It was as if his body was always tense and ready for action, a testament to his strength and power as a vampire. I couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to feel his arms around me, to be held in his embrace

Seth's PovI returned to the mansion after the tense meeting with the council of elders. My mind was still racing with thoughts about what they had said, and I knew Lotus would be worried about what was going on. I wanted to reassure her, to make her feel safe and protected, but every time I brought her a gift or tried to touch her, she pulled away from me like I was some sort of monster.As I walked through the halls of the mansion, I thought about how much I had given up for her. My family, my kind, everything. And yet, she still didn't trust me. I couldn't help feeling frustrated and angry.When I got to Lotus's chambers, I found one of the maids waiting outside. "Sir, Miss Lotus refuses to accept your gift," she said, looking nervous.I felt my anger boiling over. "What do you mean she refuses? Tell her I insist," I growled.The maid hesitated for a moment, then nodded and scurried off to deliver the message. I waited outside the door, trying to calm myself down. It wasn't long be

Lotus PovI had never felt so alone before. Ever since I found out I was pregnant with Seth's child, by Dr. Steven, I had been isolated from other slaves in the mansion. The only person I could count on was Seth, who came to see me every day with my medicine and to replenish the blood the child always drained from me.I was grateful for his help, but at the same time, I felt guilty for putting him in danger. I knew the council of elders would not hesitate to kill both me and Seth if they found out about our relationship and the child I was carrying. I couldn't bear the thought of losing him or our child. I guess I have gotten used to him.Today, I decided to visit my only friend Dalia in the mansion, hoping to catch up and have some human interaction. But when I arrived, Dalia was cold and distant towards me, refusing to speak to me. I was confused and hurt. Had i done something wrong?"Hey, Dalia. Is everything okay?" I asked, as I stepped into Dalia's room.Dalia didn't look up from

Lotus PovI didn't see him again after that night. I was left with the memories of the night he pinned me down and drank my blood. I couldn't forget the intensity of his grip on my neck, the sensation of his teeth on my skin, and the taste of my own blood in his mouth.I wondered what had happened to Seth and why he had acted that way. Had he been overcome by his thirst for blood? Or was there something more sinister at play? I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease whenever I thought of him.I woke up the following morning and prepared myself for breakfast hoping I would see him in the dining hall for breakfast, but to my disappointment, he wasn’t present at the table. I asked Damon who was his right hand man.“What’s wrong with Seth and why is he avoiding me?” I asked him curiously.“You know after that night, he hasn’t been able to sleep and he has locked himself up in his chamber and hasn’t spoken to anyone ever since that night.” Damon replied.“We can’t leave him like that

Lotus's PovI had never felt so vulnerable in my life. The thought that someone was trying to kill me was terrifying, and the fact that it could be someone I knew made it even worse. As my pregnancy progressed, the attacks on my life became more frequent and more violent. Each time, I was convinced that I was going to die. I could feel the baby growing inside me, a constant reminder that I had something to live for, someone who depended on me.At first, I couldn't believe that Dalia could be the one behind the attacks. We had been friends ever since Seth bought and brought me to this mansion for awhile now, and I had always thought that we were close. But as the attacks continued, I began to suspect that Dalia was the one responsible. It was as if she was trying to harm the baby, to hurt me in the worst way possible. What made me conclude that it could be Dalia was what happened two days ago.I was walking back to my room late at night after visiting I had spoken with Seth over the is