Chapter 2: Samuel
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I continued to work on the fresh new armor that one of my regulars asked for. I focused on every little precise detail. It was almost perfect, just needed one last touch and it would be finished and I would have my 10 gold pieces. " Good day Samuel, I trust you have the sword I asked for “, Mr. Darlington asked. " I do sir, right back here, I shall retrieve it for you. ", I answered quickly. Samuel rushed to the back and grabbed a sword make from some of the finest iron and silver. Towards the end of the sword there was a golden crest. " Some of my best work " He thought to himself. " Here it is Mr. Darlington, as you wished. " Samuel smiled. " You never cease to amaze me " Mr. Darlington said holding the sword astonished. Samuel watched as his work was admired. " Here you go for your hard work and effort ", Samuel watched as Mr. Darlington tossed a small bag of silver coins. Surely, he thought the sword was worth more, but beggars cannot be choosers. " You have a blessed day sir ", Samuel spoke. " You as well Mr. Carter “, Darlington spoke as he walked out of the shop.
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Be still your highness we must do your make up and fix your gown for your dinner tonight with young lord Nathaniel. Haven internally rolled her eyes. " You poor women are suffocating me " Haven scoffed. " We just want you to look your best " Patricia spoke. " Where is Emily? “, Haven asked now realizing she hadn't seen her since that morning. " I believe she had some business in town with her family “, Patricia spoke. " I heard she has been seeing a secret lover ", Maid Olivia gossiped. " Oh really, do tell " Haven smile now interested in conversation. " I'm afraid I've said to much ", Olivia shook. " Then perhaps you shouldn't have said anything at all." Haven responded darkly. " Now as your future queen where is Emily?" Haven asked with more venom in her throat. " Your majesty forgive me. She did not disclose her location, but she has met her mate and he is human. ", Olivia now shaking. " Interesting “, Haven smiled. " I think that's enough makeup Patricia " " yes your highness " Patricia agreed. " Now may we, you don't want to be late " She smiled. " We shall " Haven smiled back.
My maids escorted me quickly to the dining hall, I could smell the aromas coming off our mortal guest. The smell of their sweet blood mixed with whatever the chef prepared tonight for dinner was almost intoxicating. I was hungry, and I could not wait to sink my fangs into some warm flesh. My skin felt as if it were on fire the closer, we got to the door. I could feel the burning in my throat I had not fed since last night. I normally could go day's without eating. But they say once you come of age and are close to finding your true mate your craving's may become more insatiable. I walked into the dining hall. Maybe fifty or so guests were mortal. Poor fools I thought, they did not know they were sitting in a room full of demons which craved their bodies, Flesh and soul. " Your Grace “, Nathaniel spoke bowing to me as I curtseyed in return. " My lord " I responded. Nathaniel guided me to my chair helping me sit. He sure was acting like the perfect gentlemen, but the more I observed him I could not help but think maybe it was all a facade. Some sort of trickery, If I did not want this marriage, I highly doubt he wanted it either. I internally signed as my stomach burned with hunger. I looked over at the young man next to me, watching as his veins pulsated throughout his neck. I reached and touched him, " Oh I'm sorry your highness you startled me " he spoke in a whisper. " Your hands are really cold. " he spoke again. " Shhh, be still " I whispered looking him in his eyes. " Don't move, this won’t hurt a bit “, I smiled as my charms completely bewitched him. Everyone's eyes were on me, but my eyes were on one thing I was a hungry lioness ready to pounce my prey and put the fire that was coursing throughout my body to rest.
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" So, this ball, do you know who is hosting it? " Samuel asks his friend while they walk through the market. " All I know is Emily is a servant to the host and she invited me so I could only assume they are very rich ", Nik responded with a smile. " But you do not find it suspicious at all, I mean you hardly know the girl and you just seem so? " He paused unsure of what to say next. " I really care for her Samuel, I don't know how to describe it, it's like the moment I laid my eyes on her she drew me in I am completely captivated by her eyes and smile. " Nicklaus chimed sounding like a boy head over heels in love. " You know I worry for you; you are after all one of my only and dearest friends I just don't want you hurt " Samuel expressed his concern. They continued through the market buying whatever his silver pieces could. " Tonight, we shall feast like kings “, Nik bellowed. Samuel only stared at his friend as if he had gone mad. But all he could do was chuckle all the same. " One bottle please for my friend here ", Samuel smiled. " Shall we make a toast to your newly beloved? " He continued. " To you slowly reaching your goals ", Nik chimed " And to you for finally finding love instead of continuing your useless whoring " Samuel chuckled as they both walked down the cobble stone market drinking.
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