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.

kill him.’ Zerachiel snarls. ‘And all

‘We need to think before acting! Some may be acting in fear or he’s holding

think that you, a tainted blooded Vampire, can lead us?! After everything! Kill him or you will face my wrath! ”

each one lunging at me, trying

with the butt of my sword.

I’m not here to fight.” I

you are the heir! ” One of them growls. “Can you not sense it?” I hear one of them mutter. I can see some are fighting

can’t be free, what chance

but some do

metal, as he pulls out a weapon, but I block him kicking him

meet and everyone backs off. Power radiates off both of us, but no matter how

just

let’s duel for the throne.”

EVANGELINE.

through me, and my eyes blaze,

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

“Shit…” She curses.

needed to get to Zedkiel immediately. (She needs a good slap.’ Evelyn

“What are

her curiously as I help her

alone. Zedkiel is with Vadam right now. We need to find

the snips that Evelyn has shared with me, I know I can trust her. “Yes, we do, wait… why are you here? When did Zedkiel return with you…” She asks, looking me over. “Well, I didn’t think he’d come.” She says quietly. I reach over, placing my hand on her arm. “He promised you he will. The rest is not important.” I

eyes soften

snickers. “Thank God you’re back then… I hope Zedkiel got the

we did.” I reply,

Whatever was keeping her in that state in that room, the effects were now

something Zedkiel doesn’t know yet and we can’t tell him.” I whisper as

it?” ‘She won’t believe it, especially since I told you.’ Evelyn

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

I can feel

recedes to the back of my

it all.” Saying the words out loud crushes

it harder

blame him without getting

who motions down a hallway, but my words don’t

can ask her, I see two vampires,

“Hey!”

let go of her as I rush at the guards, knocking them out in

to scratch me, and I kick him in the

hits the wall

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

left, I initially thought Evelyn was the one to watch out for, but Zerachiel gave me more negative vibes, but I put it down

nod as we hurry down the