Penthurst Manor had not been occupied for a very long time. Stories about the previous Baron circulated all around. Some say he sold his soul to the devil, while others said he became the devil himself and still walked the earth.

Archeologist Patrick Neville had been drawn to the said stories. For almost 9 years he dedicated himself to solve the Baron's disappearance. Following a torn journal, he unearthed the Baron's residence.

Kristania 'Krista' Vinna Neville was jumping between her Mom's place in Ovido Heights and back to her Dad's mansion in Richmond. Ever since the divorce she had been constantly patronizing her mom's hysterics while her Dad travelled the world. She'd heard of the story about the Baron Lucian and had actually grown a tendré towards the man. No one knew that the man visited her in her dreams. She had contented herself meeting Lucian at night, however, the Baron had grown bolder and seductive. Can she resist his charm and solve his mystery?

The Baron and his Lady

He didn't respond. His shoulders had stopped shaking but his head was still bent down, staring at Patrick's face. Tears stained his face and it breaks my heart seeing him like this. 


"Help me get Patrick on the bed so he can recover." I told him. 


His eyes faltered, not seeing anything. Was he hoping that his brother would come back? I stared at his face as well. It was peaceful and unmoving. Gone was the pained look Claus had when he was being taken. I clenched my fists. If I had been strong enough this would never have to happen. The demon was a hungry being that fed on blood and souls. When Claus offered himself, there was no negotitating. It just took him. 


But then again, even if I managed to tame the demon Claus would still have to leave Patrick's body. We were all hoping that there would be a much simpler way. But no, he had to go so soon. It's done. 


Forty-two: All cards laid down