His Dark Obsession by Moonlight Muse

It’s almost as if he’s bored or tired and doesn’t want to have to deal with me. He’s not even surprised or pretending not to be, anyway.

“You wanted me, right? I’m here.” I state coldly, my eyes burning red.

His gaze dips to the swords in my hands, but he says nothing.

“Yes, but I did think you were already dead… that is what Ziahra declared. Lies are punishable by death.” He sneers.

“Oh yeah? Well, you don’t seem surprised to see me … you knew I wasn’t dead, as for who will be punished. I’ll be the one deciding that.” I remark coldly.

I keep my eyes on him, but I’m aware of how many vampires are surrounding me. He may not give a signal openly to them as he has the link to them, and that’s even more reason to keep an eye on them and him. I can’t take any risks…

“Of course, it was a fool’s mistake on my behalf to allow her to be the one to lead this mission… Yet, if you were the real heir… I would welcome you open- armed, but we know you are not.” His eyes blaze red as he stares at me.

I hold his gaze and I think I see a glint of emotion in his eyes, but I’m not certain.

“Oh? Think what you want, Vadam Exodus, but I am the rightful king. If I wasn’t… would I be able to defeat you in battle? Let’s duel and get the answer to that.” I say.

Evangeline is out there, and every minute wasted here is risking her safety. I know she’s powerful, heck she’s a goddess, but she’s still my responsibility to protect.

Vadam smiles humourlessly. “A duel? You are a no one, not the true king, not the true heir, so why would I duel you?” He says icily.

I c*oc*k my brow. “Oh yeah? Then killing me should be an easy feat for you, should it not?” I say coldly. “ Fight me.” “Take him away!” Vadam commands, raising his hand.

“Stand down.” I growl, pouring everything I have into my command. The Alpha command did not work on Vampires, yet surely there was some authority in me as a vampire.

I’ve seen Ziahra command her men. She held power over them.

The men hesitate, some don’t move, a few step forward at Vadam’s command, and others hesitate when they realise their comrades did not move.

“Kill him!” Vadam thunders, and several men jump into action.

“I’m not here to kill my people nor to cause a scene. You are my only target. Step down from your position or I will not hold back.” I snarl.

My people…

They are my people.

‘And

may be acting in fear or he’s holding something against them!

Vampire, can lead us?! After

each one lunging at me, trying to tear me apart,

the neck with the butt of my sword. It’s harder not to kill someone… But this is not my kingdom, not

not here to

I hear one of them mutter. I can see some are fighting half-heartedly

side, because under his reign, if even your queen can’t be free, what chance do the rest of you have, aside from living in fear?” I

hesitate, but some do back

and I see the glint of metal, as he pulls out a weapon, but I block him kicking him back

backs off. Power radiates off both of us,

is now just

so be it… let’s duel for the throne.” I

EVANGELINE.

eyes blaze, pushing Ziahra away

only using a speck of it, and I make sure it’s not too

“Shit…” She curses.

is blown. I know they have alerted the castle. We needed to get to Zedkiel immediately. (She needs a good slap.’ Evelyn says, as

groans, hissing as she tries to stand. “What are you doing here, Evelyn? Is Kash…” ‘Lovers.’ Evelyn

at her curiously as

Evangeline, and I’m not alone. Zedkiel is with Vadam right now. We need to find your

do, wait… why are you here? When did Zedkiel return

eyes soften

picked a good girl.” She adds, making me blush as Evelyn snickers. “Thank God you’re back then… I hope Zedkiel got the answers he

did.” I reply, remembering what Evelyn

see she’s slowly healing. Whatever was keeping her in that state in that room, the effects were

tell him.”

won’t believe it, especially since I told you.’

people we can trust, know.’ I explain to her gently. ‘Evelyn, we are your friends and family. I promised you, this time, I will

silent, but I can feel her

she recedes to the

the one behind it all.” Saying the words out loud crushes

makes it harder to

him without

down a hallway, but my words don’t seem

can ask her, I see two vampires, and they’ve

“Hey!”

I rush at the guards, knocking them

turn just in time to see another vampire rush at me, he manages to scratch me, and I kick him in

hits the wall before falling

surprised.” I ask Ziahra, brushing my hair back, as she holds the wall for

I was more worried about him. After Zedkiel left, I initially thought Evelyn was the one to watch out for, but Zerachiel gave me more negative vibes, but I put it

as we