chapter 14

Victor's face twisted in a mixture of anxiety and malice as he gazed out the window, his thoughts consumed by Leo's bride.

"I need her far away from him," he muttered to himself. "I don't need anything threatening my rule in the vampire realm."

A shiver ran down Victor's spine as he recalled the look of hatred in Leo's eyes.

"He knows something," Victor's voice trembled. "I'm certain of it. The way he looks at me... it's as if he wants to devour me whole."

Victor's penthouse office, adorned with dark, luxurious furnishings, seemed to close in around him. The city skyline, normally a symbol of his power, now felt suffocating.

"Find out everything about Emily," Victor barked at his assistant. "I want to know her secrets, her weaknesses. Leave no stone unturned."

Meanwhile, in Leo's office, Emily entered, looking lovely in her light blue V-neck gown. The tension from the college confrontation still lingered on her face.

Leo's eyes locked onto hers, filled with concern.

"Darling, have you been meaning to ask... why you always wear gloves?" Leo inquired, his voice gentle.

Emily's cheeks flushed. "It's just a habit, I suppose."

Leo's gaze lingered, sensing there was more to the story.

Just then, his assistant interrupted, announcing an urgent meeting.

Leo gave Emily a light peck on the cheek. "I have to go, sweetie. Be right back."

He opened a door within his office, revealing a cozy room with an en-suite bathroom.

"This is my private quarters," Leo explained. "You're free to rest here until I return. Don't worry, I'll answer all your questions later. Feel free to ask me anything."

The room's warm ambiance enveloped Emily, easing her tension.

"Make yourself at home," Leo said, his smile reassuring.

As Leo departed, Emily explored the room, admiring the elegant furnishings.

The bathroom, adorned with marble and gold accents, felt like a sanctuary.

Emily freshened up, removing her gloves to wash her hands.

Her palms, usually cold to the touch, felt warm in the cozy room.

She wondered if Leo's presence had something to do with it.

Back in Victor's office, his assistant presented a dossier on Emily.

"Sir, we've found some interesting information," the assistant said, hesitation lacing his voice.

Victor's eyes narrowed. "What is it?"

"Emily's medical records indicate an unusual condition... one that makes her extremely sensitive to temperature changes."

Victor's face paled.

"This can't be a coincidence," he whispered. "She's the key to the prophecy. I must ensure she's kept away from Leo."

As Victor's schemes unfolded, Emily settled into Leo's private quarters, unaware of the danger lurking in the shadows.

Leo, meanwhile, navigated the complex web of vampire politics, his mind never far from Emily.

The boundless love he felt for her would soon be tested by the darkness closing in.

The city lights twinkled outside, casting a deceiving glow of tranquility.

Little did Emily know, her life was about to take a drastic turn, one that would forever alter the course of her destiny.

Just as Emily began to relax, a faint noise echoed from Leo's office.

The sound sent shivers down her spine.

Suddenly, the door creaked open.

"Emily?" a low voice called out.

Emily's heart skipped a beat.

"Who's there?" she asked, trying to hide the tremble in her voice.

The figure stepped forward, revealing a shocking truth. Unknow to emily shes dreaming but it looked so real few minutes ago Emily was wide awake

Emily's eyes drooped, her exhaustion finally catching up with her. But it wasn't just fatigue; it was as if someone had gently closed her eyes, lulling her into a deep sleep.

In her dream, a haunting voice whispered, "They are coming after you... They want you far away from him... They'll do anything to achieve that."

Emily's eyes snapped open, her heart racing. She found herself in Leo's arms, her face buried in his muscular chest.

"I had a bad dream," she whispered, her voice trembling. "They're coming for me."

Leo's expression turned serious, his eyes narrowing.

"We haven't even announced our engagement publicly," Emily continued. "Why would they want me far away from you?"

Leo's gaze intensified, his jaw clenched.

"Wait, do you think they can see us?" Emily asked, her voice laced with fear.

Leo raised her face, his fingers gentle on her chin.

"Sweetie, don't be scared," he whispered. "I know my world is dangerous, but I'll do whatever it takes to protect you. I promise."

His soft, feather-like kiss on her forehead sent shivers down her spine.

Emily's aunt, meanwhile, seethed with anger at home.

"Isn't that wench coming home?" she spat. "Where do you think the jinx is? Maybe she's done something bad. When she steps foot in this house today, she's leaving. I'll fling her dirty things out. A little fling like her can't spoil our name. And she'll pay us..."

Her aunt's face twisted in malice, her eyes blazing with hatred.

Back in Leo's arms, Emily felt an unprecedented sense of comfort.

Leo noticed, his heart swelling with joy.

"The bond is growing stronger," he thought, his eyes crinkling at the corners.

As Emily's fear began to dissipate, Leo's expression turned thoughtful.

"We need to announce our engagement soon," he said. "It'll provide you with some protection."

Emily's eyes widened.

It's early and it's dangerous also .

Leo's jaw clenched.

"I'll handle it. You're mine now, Emily. No one will harm you."

His possessiveness sent a thrill through Emily.

"Mine," Leo whispered in her ears , his voice low and husky.

Emily's cheeks flushed, her heart skipping a bit cold

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"Do you want some ice cream?" he asked, his voice gentle.

Emily's face lit up. "Yes, please!"

Leo chuckled softly, captivated by her blissful expression. Her sparkling eyes and joyful smile made his heart skip a beat.

He retrieved the ice cream from the freezer, his movements fluid.

As he handed it to Emily, his gaze turned possessive.

"You are mine, Emily. What's mine, no one dares touch."

His voice was low, husky, with a hint of warning.

"And don't look at the ice cream like it's cuter than your fiancé standing here."

Emily smiled, teasing.

"Don't be jealous, it's just an ice cream."

She stretched, giving him a quick peck on the cheek, before snatching the ice cream and spoon.

Leo's eyes crinkled as he caught her waist, pulling her toward his muscular chest.

"Where are you running to, little sweetie?"

Emily giggled.

"Let me go, I just want to quickly eat my ice cream, cute boo baby."

The nickname made Leo's hand loosen on her waist, and she escaped, laughing.

"Omg, the look on your face is priceless!"

She quickly snapped a photo, her eyes shining with mirth.

Leo's expression transformed from surprise to amusement.

"You're enjoying this, aren't you?"

Emily nodded, spooning ice cream into her mouth.

"Mhm, this is the best ice cream ever!"

Leo's eyes never left hers, his gaze filled with adoration fondness...

"You're the sweetest thing I've ever seen, Emily."

As they stood there, surrounded by the warmth of the room, their love seemed to grow stronger.

But outside, the shadows watched angrily , waiting for their chance to .

For now, Leo and Emily savored their sweet moment, lost in each other's eyes.

"I think I like you more than I have liked anyone else ," Leo whispered.

Emily's heart skipped a beat.

I think I like you also more than you can think about.she said barely above a whisper,leo heard her clearly..... smiling brightly 🔥

Their love was a flame, burning bright, but the darkness closing in threatened to extinguish