The Vampire Lord and the Siren

Chapter 2

Zatracení POV:

Shifting his weight on the bed Zatracení observed the young woman in front of him. Her magical potential was by far the strongest he’s come across as of yet. She was also very pleasing to the eye. Her looks lured him in like no others had. There was something about her that called to him, something he couldn’t resist or even wait any longer to possess. Breathing in her scent he basked in knowing she was so close. The idea of having her become just another thrall was unappealing. He wanted to see if she could enjoy being with him of her own freewill. He continued to watch her closely, noting her unease and stiffened posture when she heard him move. The candlelight glinted off of her honeyed hair as her full breasts rose and fell with each breath. Finally standing he walked over till he stood right in front of her. “Look at me,” he commanded softly. Her warm hazel eyes slowly met his. He noted her eyes looked red ringed like she had been crying. “Stand up” As she rose he reached one arm out and slowly, gently stroked her arm. He watched her shiver and flinch in disgust. Baring his teeth he let out a slow hiss. How dare she find him so distasteful when he desired her so. Couldn’t she find him the least bit attractive. If he didn’t know better that little act of rejection just broke his heart. Looking down on her beautiful face he saw resolve set in and determination in her eyes. Fine if she's determined to endure this I will make sure I enjoy it to the fullest. Grabbing her arms roughly he pulled her to him and kissed her deeply. Taking her by surprise he took full advantage of her gasp to thrust his tongue in to explore her mouth. Savoring her taste he suddenly pulled back with a yelp. Pain exploded in his mouth as he looked at her smirking, blood trickling down her chin. She had bitten his tongue hard.

The floor, though covered in plush carpets, was starting to hurt her knees. As Caroline watched his feet get closer she felt dread rise up in her. “Look at me” came the command and she had to obey. Raising her eyes up to meet his was the hardest thing she has had to do. Staring up at him she watched him observing her. Feeling a great unease and an unwelcome feeling of vulnerability she was almost relieved when he told her to stand. Her knees shook so hard with fear that she wasn’t sure how long she would be able to remain standing. When his hand gently caressed her arm she flinched at the sudden contact as fear rose up once more threatening to overwhelm her when she heard him hiss in retaliation to her reaction. Steeling herself so that she wouldn’t seem weak she met and held his gaze. His hands suddenly shot out grabbing her arms so hard she knew she would have bruises. Pulling her quickly to him he kissed her roughly, making her gasp in shock. Anger over took her fear and she bit his tongue quickly and as hard as she could drawing his blood. Looking at the shock and pain flash across his face she couldn’t help but smirk with satisfaction. This time there was no hiss of anger but a growl of rage that rose up from him. The sound was deep and primal and made her shiver. Looking at her feet once more she worried that her act of rebellion was gonna cost her dearly. She couldn’t die, she was Helen's only chance of getting out of here. Only she knew where the secret tunnel was that leads out of the castle. “LOOK AT ME!” His voice boomed out making her snap her eyes up at him. “You might want to spit that blood out, that is unless you want to become like us,” Zatracení said.“You couldn’t do this the nice way could you? Well that’s just fine you’ll be more agreeable soon enough.”

Spitting out the bitter blood that was in her mouth onto the floor. She jumped when he suddenly yelled out “Spálený!” The servant from before opened the doors and walked in bowing his head. “Yes my Lord?” “Take Caroline back to her room and keep her there until the ritual in two days? She is not to leave her room under any circumstances unless I come for her myself. “ Leaning closer he whispered in her ear “We don’t want you trying to run away now do we?”. She flinched at his hot breath as he breathed on to her neck and she stared up at him in horror. He could almost see her thinking in her panic. “Also confine Helen while you’re at it. Those two have had their heads together for over a week now so she’s probably been influenced by Caroline here.” He looked down at her to see her eyes grow even wider at those words. She must have thought he didn’t know what was going on in his own castle. ''Yes my Lord, at once.” The servant said while bowing his head in submission.

Smirking with satisfaction as he watched Caroline realize he knew all her plans. He gave the orders for her and Spálený to leave. Of course he knew that she was planning to escape via the servant’s tunnels the next night. It was partly why he tried to seduce her, to convince her to stay this night. For some reason he didn’t want to do the ritual with her unless he had to. Was being with him really that detestable. Well it looks like he will have to now. As the smile slowly slips from his face he realized he wasn’t happy. Replaying the look of defeat on Caroline’s face he realized he didn’t like it. He didn’t want her to be upset, he wanted to give her the world.

Wait, give her the world? What is wrong with me? She is nothing but someone to breed a strong heir with. What am I feeling right now? Feeling? I’m not supposed to feel at all. What is going on? What is she? Troubled at that thought he called for one of his most trusted advisor, Odporný. He ran his fingers through his hair and sighed. While waiting he decided to try and get some of his work done. First he called for a servant to come in and clean up the blood Caroline had spat out on his floor and then sat down behind his desk. Try as he might though, he just couldn’t seem to get her out of his thoughts. Knocking on the door broke him out of his brooding.

“Enter!”

“Zatracení? You called for me” Odporný said as he opened the doors and stepped in.

“I need you to do something for me.” Zatracení stated while rummaging for one of his stashes of cash out of the ornate desk. “I need you to look into Caroline and her past. I need to know what, who she really is.” He explained while handing over the money to Odporný.

“Ok, is there anything in particular that I should be looking for?” Odporný asked. He was used to strange requests from his lord although asking about the background of one of the prospective broodmares was strange. The girl was strange though but he didn’t think it warranted him to waste his precious time looking into a human. Sensing the slight reservation in his voice Zatracení looked up at him.

“This is serious. I don’t think she’s a normal human. I’m starting to feel things everytime i’m around her.” Now that shocked Odporný enough that all he could do was stare with his mouth open. Not knowing what to say he just nodded in agreement. A vampire let alone a vampire lord having feelings for a human was definitely cause to investigate. She couldn’t be fully human if Zatracení was developing feelings for her.

“What do you think she could be?” He asked unsure if he even wanted an answer.

“I’m not sure, for her powers to be that strong, definitely something ancient.” Zatracení mused.

“Her powers? You mean her potential?”Odporný asked in confusion. Breeders weren’t allowed to develop their powers because they could be a threat. That’s why they made sure each woman they brought in had undeveloped magical potential.

“No,” Zatracení said while shaking his head. “She taught herself magic in her first month here. She's been teaching Helen to harness her magic as well. They were preparing to leave tomorrow during the day while we all slept.”

“That little snake!” Odporný was pissed. The very idea that a lowly human would try and not only run away but also steal another woman as well was treasonous in his eyes. “Sir, let me eliminate this trouble maker. Please give me the command and we will just get rid of her.” Getting rid of a problem was what he did best and he would protect his Lord and friend at all costs.

“NO!” Zatracení was in a rage. The very thought of Caroline being hurt was more than he could bear. Grabbing his desk he regained stability from standing up so suddenly. Noticing that Odporný was staring at him in surprise he explained. “My apologies Odporný, but as you can see I don’t think I could control my reactions if something were to happen to her.” The grip he had on the desk was substantial enough to have damaged the corner he had grabbed onto. Shaking the splinters from his hand he rang for another servant to come in and clean the mess up. Odporný waited till the servant had finished cleaning up the shards before speaking again.

“Ok so we can’t harm her unless we want whoever did to die by your hand. If she has this much control over you I already have a few ideas of what she could be.”

“She doesn’t have any control over me. I just don’t want her harmed.” Zatracení huffed “I want answers before the ritual.” He ordered while looking exhausted. This was one of the most harrowing nights he's had in a long time.

“Do you still intend to go through with the ritual even if we confirm she is more than human?” Odporný inquired curiously. Usually Odporný wouldn’t question him like this but Zatracení guessed his behavior has put his friend on edge.

“Of course. In fact I will want to do it even more. Think of the heir she will bear. The strength of any child from a mixed human will always be more powerful. I just want to know exactly what we are dealing with so I can better defend myself from whatever she is doing.” The answer seemed to have mollified him since he nodded in understanding, Odporný bowed and left to complete his mission. Walking back around to his desk Zatracení leaned back in his chair with one arm draped over his eyes. Sighing at all the unrest this one human has caused he decided to finish at least a bit of work before the sun came up.