Elara’s Point of View
I remember the moment clearly. I knew it wasn't a mate bond, but we connected strongly. My feelings for Argus have been present since our first kiss after he fed on me years ago. It was an unforgettable moment and my first kiss. Despite the unusual circumstances, there was something special about it. He hesitated initially, but then the kiss deepened, becoming everything I had hoped for despite the unconventional setting.
Everyone in the Collective knew that Argus was a vampire-werewolf. He was one of the few allowed to openly embrace his true nature, a privilege granted to only a handful of individuals, including Seraphina, Taryn, myself, and a select few others. I had pretty much thrown myself at Argus, hoping to gain his interest and attention. Taryn did the sam
