ATTRACTION

CHAPTER EIGHT

Adrianna first heard the roars and rumbles of water then a deafening thunderous clap.

Her forehead creased. Her lashes fluttered. Then she slowly opened her eyes.

She squinted her eyes against the light and was greeted by Carribean blue skies and fluffy white clouds looking like a plump bunny head with one of its ears drooping in dismay.

Adrianna squeezed her eyes tight as she pressed it with the back of her hands.

Licking her dry lips, she moaned as she slowly pushed her self at the side with her elbow as support.

With half of her body raised, her jaw went slack!

A waterfall!

Adrianna caught her breath as she saw how the waterfall stood as majestic and beautiful as St. Paul's Cathedral in London! From where she is at, the waterfall looked like a curtain of emerald blue satin threaded with silver.

It roars and rumbles as it aggressively rushes down from its majestic heights and bounces off the rocks with excited giggles.

With eyes wide open in delight, she instantly sat down and turned her head around as she closely gazed at the beauty laid out before her.

There is a meadow with a carpet of myriad flowers of different colors. These flowers were nodding gently while the forest-green plants danced gaily with the soft breeze.

This place is so magical!

Then her smile froze on her face. Her body stiffened.

She just realized there is someone behind her!

With her heart racing wildly in her chest, she slowly turned around and then her eyes were flooded with tears.

Damien! Her mind instantly shouted in recognition!

Standing not far from her is a tall man with his caramel locks as long as his shoulders. The top third of his hair is pulled back into a tie and looped over into a knot.

He is wearing a simple white shirt emphasizing his wide shoulders and broad chest. Then jeans that showcased his lean waist and narrow hips.

His eyes, she knows is as deep as the Mediterranean Sea with its eagle like sharpness. A straight edged nose, a strong brow that portrays his natural self confidence and decisiveness. And a strong jaw that clearly shouts his dominance, power and authority.

This beautiful man was the one that she scorned from her past life. But was also the only man who held her at her worse.

She swallowed hard and pressed her lips together to keep her cries from escaping her lips.

Damien held her eyes as he walked towards her in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort.

Then he stopped in front of her with a stoic expression on his face.

But Adrianna knows him well. She can see him fighting back a smile. She can see the corners of his lips slightly raised and the faint outline of wrinkles around his eyes. Eyes that is filled with obvious affection and humor.

Did she conjure him in her dreams because she missed his warmth? Adrianna's toes curled unconsciously.

Her heart is beating so loudly that her ears are ringing in protests. Her hands were getting cold and clammy.

Something has changed.

Somehow, she can feel him now.

With her eyebrows furrowed in confusion, she looked up at Damien.

"Hello." A soft husky voice was quietly carried by the wind to Adrianna's ears.

Adrianna's face flushed as her ears turned red. Her toes curling even more.

W....what is this feeling?! Adrianna was flustered. This is Damien! Why is she shy all of a sudden?!

Adrianna's eyes frantically looked everywhere. Anywhere but at Damien.

"Hi." With a red face, Adrianna answered with a whisper. Her voice soft and breathy.

Damien is making her body malfunction. She is bombarded with emotions that is getting unstable and irrational.

To keep her sanity, she looked down as she nervously wiped her sweaty palms on her thighs. When suddenly, she saw a big hand in front of her.

Damien offered to help her up.

She instantly raised her head and directly met Damien's pretty blues.

As if mesmerized, Adrianna's face soften in fascination. Her eyes half closed with enticement as she just stared at Damien.

Damien's eyes flashed imperceptibly.

He can feel the air palpitating like a heartbeat with the growing magnetism between them.

As Adrianna took frequent small breaths, he automatically synchronized his breathing with hers.

Damien lifted an eyebrow.

Is she awakened? He was not sure anymore.

It seems like her blood is calling out to his. This would only happen if she is already awakened or is in the verge of awakening.

Damien cleared his throat.

Adrianna's face is now bleeding crimson! She wants to cry! Staring at him like that, she must have looked like a fool!

Mama! She wants to hide! Huhu!

Biting her lips, Adrianna leaned her shoulders slightly forward as she secretly patted her chest. Hoping to calm her wildly beating heart.

Stop pounding on my chest, idiot! I'm already struggling here! At least help me stay calm.. Please... Adrianna scolded harshly then begged pitifully at her heart.

She can feel her stomach starting to flip. The least thing her heart can do is cooperate with her! She is already anxious and nervous as it is!

She then sneaked a glance at Damien.

He won't hear the loud beating of her heart, would he?! Adrianna thought wildly. Her heart is really as loud as the beating of a war drum!

When Damien caught her eyes, her eyes slowly widen in alarm! She frantically took back her gaze in panic!

My God! She can even feel her cheeks burning in shame!

She was caught stealing glances at him!

Her first impulse is to run away! And run far!

Mama!! Huhu! What is this feeling!

Like a moth to a flame, she really can't help herself. She unconsciously glanced at Damien.

Checking if he was still looking at her?

Her toes curled again. Her breathing ragged. She can feel butterflies in her stomach.

Her face burned even hotter as she saw Damien's knowing smile and slight crinkles at the corner of his eyes.

Damn you, Damien! Adrianna silently cursed him a thousand times!

Despite her mixed feelings, she doesn't want to show her weakness!

No! No!

So she took a deep breath. With eyes full of defiance, she calmly met Damien's eyes. She would show to Damien that his presence is not affecting her at all. And that she is not interested.

Well, at least not that much. Adrianna compromised.

Then her mouth even managed to curl up a relaxed smile. When she was about to grab Damien's waiting hand, a sound surrounded her ears.

FLIP - FLOP!

FLIP - FLOP!

Her traitorous heart is now doing somersaults!

What....!

Adrianna's smile slipped from her lips. Her lips twitched then turned into an ugly grimace!

Adrianna looked up at Damien with red eyes and an aggrieved face.

Even her heart is bullying her! What is this feeling!

Her toes curled again in response.

She wants to cry!

With her lips quivering and her eyes swimming with tears, she only took Damien's index finger and almost instantly, both of their bodies drew back!

The moment they touched, they were both electrified!

Adrianna flung her hand away as if burned. Her eyes widen. Then her toes curled again.

Damien's body slightly jerked back. His eyes flashed with shock before it returned to its usual coldness.

Then they stared intensely at each other.

Sparks are already flying between them. A little light and both of them will burst like fireworks!

This attraction is more powerful than he thought. Damien looked at his mate with red eyes. His need already clawing at him. Wanting to be satisfied.

If Adrianna is awakened, her needs and hunger will be amplified. Her bloodlust will be great. Her sexual needs will be at its peak.

And it will be a long night for both of them.