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a way that made them seem almost otherworldly.
Lavender, roses, marigolds—a mirage of colors and scents surrounded me, momentanly soothing my restless heart.
As I knelt near a cluster of daisies, I felt it—a breath, cold and deliberate, against the nape of my neck.
My body tensed, but I didn’t turn around. Instead, I focused on the flowers, letting the faint breeze ruffle my hair.
“You shouldn’t sneak up on me every time like this. ” I whispered.
A deep chuckle followed, sending a shiver down my spine. Darius’s cold hand brushed my hair aside, his fingers grazing my neck as he leaned closer. “Have you gotten so used to my presence that you don’t even get surprised?” He murmured.
I swallowed hard, refusing to let him see how his presence made me feel on edge. He was so unpredictable that I couldn’t help but feel my blood running cold every time he came across me.
The marks have not healed yet.” He continued, his voice low and teasing. “Do you need help with that!
I had seen it in the morning, too. The marks of his canines were still fresh on my skin even after so much time had passed. It must be because my healing powers were fucked up because of the stupid magic band.
I stood to my height, tumed around, and stepped away from him. The distance between us cased the tension colling in my chest. Then, suddenly, a thought struck me. The witch’s contract
No one
one could c
come near me- -not without me facing the consequences of it. Yet Darius had done so repeatedly, without hesitation, without
punishment
Realization dawned, and with it came a flicker of hope. H sadness seeped in.
Had Maximus broken the contract?
My hear
fluttered at the possibility, only to falter as
Did it mean he realized I would get touched by other men and would die if it continued
Or did it mean he did not care about me anymore!
Darius’s voice pulled me from my thoughts. You look troubled, Litle wolf. I have given you everything you could want. Luxuries, safety. I haven’t hurt you have P Why the long face, then!‘
I crossed my arms, meeting his gaze with defiance.” You are a creep.
He smirked, stepping closer until the space between us disappeared. His hands found my waist, pulling me flush against him. I gasped, my heart skipping a beat at the sudden proximity.
Our noses nearly brushed as he leaned in, his voice dropping to a whisper,” If I were a creep, little wolf, you wouldn’t be standing here now. The first night you came here. I would have taken you to my bed and made you mine. Over and over. You wouldn’t have walked for days, but that wouldn’t have stopped me from doing it every night that followed.”
Heat flushed my cheeks as his words sank in. But anger was stronger than the initial embarrassment.
But I didn’t
are.
He continued, his grip tightening slightly. Because I am not a creep. I am simply treating you like the delicate little thing you
Iscoffed, though my
my heart betrayed me, beating erratically in my chest. A small part of me knew he was right. Anyone else in his position might not have shown the restraint he had. I would have been raped over and over by now without having any control or strength to fight back.
The picture of that possibility was horrible in my mind. I would have killed myself if that had happened to me.
But it didn’t. I told myself. It didn’t
My shoulders relaxed a fraction as I sighed and looked up at him. It was because this Vampire Lord didn’t want me. He wanted to go after Maximus
Danus-
* I begant softly, searching his face. “Why do you lute Maximus? He is your brother, is he not! Then why?”
Has smirk vanished instantly, replaced by a cold, hard glare. “You shouldn’t poke your nose where it doesn’t belong, little wolf. Or you might lose it
Fear twisted in my stomach, but I refused to back down
If you answer me. I will offer my blood to you willingly. You can take as much as you
as w
want. ” I whispered, my voice steady despite the tren
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Chapter 74
my hands.
Darius tilted his head, studying me with a predatory gaze. “And why do you think your blood has any value to me!”
I frowned. “You wanted it before. It must mean something to you
His eyes darkened as they flicked to my
o my lips.” Enticing? Yes. Necessary? No.
1 sighed, frustration building. Then what do you want in return for answers? I will do anything. Just tell me!‘
d his lips
Asly smile curved his lips.” Figure it out”
After he was done annoying me. Darius released me. He turned to leave, but I grabbed his arm, stopping him. “I want to answer the question you asked me before. I want to tell you what I think about Maximus.
His jaw tightened, his eyes flashing red as he turned back to me.” Be careful about
what w
you say.
I took a deep breath, summoning every ounce of courage I had. “I think Maximus is unfortunate. He has suffered because his mother didn’t love him and cursed him for his father’s sin. His father used him like a weapon, and he has grown up without knowing love. Now, when he finally has a chance to be with his mate, his mother has taken that from him, too. He is—
– Enough. “Darius’s voice cut through the air like a blade, his laughter dark and biting. “Did Maximus tell you that sob story? And you believed it?
The color drained from my face. My heartbeat sped up, but I refused to let the subtle shock show on my face.
– What do you meant “I whispered, dread pooling in my guix.
Darius leaned closer, his knuckles running down my cheek, making me shudder.” Everything he told you all those words—all lies. He led to you. And you fell for it, Litle wolf.”
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