Tahira's vision snapped back into focus, and she found herself staring into the Vampire Lord's eyes. She knew that she had to get Ariana out of there, to escape the Vampire Lord's clutches before it was too late.
But as she turned to grab Ariana's arm, she felt a cold, clammy hand wrap around her wrist. The Vampire Lord's eyes seemed to gleam with triumph, and Tahira knew that she was trapped.
"You're not going anywhere," he hissed, his breath cold against her ear. "You're going to stay right here, with me."
Tahira struggled against his grip, but it was like trying to break free from a vice. The Vampire Lord's hold was unyielding, and she knew that she was at his mercy.
And then, just as all hope seemed lost, Tahira heard a faint noise coming from the shadows. It was a soft rustling sound, like the whisper of leaves in the wind.
The Vampire Lord's head snapped up, his eyes scanning the darkness. And Tahira knew that she had one last chance to escape.