The Lycan King and His Dark Temptation by Luna Nova

---- "I see you're already settling into the fortress," the woman said, giving me a head-to-toe scan Still, she quickly masked her disdain. Draco was right behind me. "Let's have a little ladies' chat later, but for now, let's enjoy the evening." Between protocol and fake smiles, we finally entered the grand hall Under the luxurious chandeliers, the atmosphere felt tense. Discreet eyes couldn't stop watching us. Mouths whispered across the small groups.

Servants moved around with wine and appetizers. Heavy dark curtains waved against the massive windows. No doubt by morning, everyone would know about the Lord's vampire lover. I moved away from Draco, giving space to the nobles eager to lick my boots. I stood by the window, looking out at the garden, but a sly smile ---- spread across my lips when I smelled him Hadn't even been five minutes since I left him. "Having fun with all this, huh?" a low grow! huffed into my ear.

prying eyes. "aren't I being so well-behaved?" I sipped my wine, wishing like hell it was his blood. "Victoria..." my name slipped from his lips with hunger. He brought his hand up, wrapping it possessively around my neck, tucking me

played dumb "You can bet I'll be dealing with that later. But right now... by the ---- Goddess, my woman, just put on my damn cloak,

hair. He was nearly on top of me, pinning me into this "secluded" corner. But anyone paying the slightest attention would still find us. "My love..." he whispered. "Thank you all for joining us for this wonderful evening!" -the voice of that old nobleman boomed out, cutting off Draco's plea. We both stepped back like kids caught making