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Hunter's Choice Chapter 4 (This chapter contains graphic content. 18 plus only)

Chapter 4: Eyes Closed

-----Julian's Perspective------

Everything happened so quickly. Cass just took off running as if the hounds of hell were chasing her. I don't understand. I don't understand any of this. I thought Cass would be happy about us getting married. We've known each other forever, we're a team. But, the way she looked at me. God, the way she looked at me. Her grey green eyes as cold as ice. As if she was looking at a stranger. Ever since yesterday, she hasn't called me Jules. She always calls me that. I don't know what to do. 

"Cassandra is just being dramatic, Julian. You know how she is. She'll run away, but she will come back and marry you. I know it." 

"I don't know. I thought she would be happy with me. I'm beginning to think this was a mistake." I feel Cass's Mom grip my shoulder. Her cold blue eyes pierce me. 

"She will come home. You and Cassandra are destined for each other. I know it. Everything will be fine. I promise." Before I can respond, the men return from their hunt. 

"She escaped, Head Huntress." 

"What do you mean, she escaped?" 

"We followed her into the city and we believed she was cornered. But, she simply vanished. I'm sorry, Head Huntress." 

"I don't want your apologies. I want my daughter. Look all over the city. Hunt her down. For God's sake, she's only one woman." 

"Yes, Head Huntress." 

"All due respect, Madam. But, Cass is more than just one woman. She's your daughter and one of the best hunters I've ever seen. If she doesn't want to be found, then she won't be." 

"We will find her. Have no doubt about that. She's my daughter. I know her." 

"Right. How about I help with the hunt? I probably know where she might be hiding." 

"No, I don't think so. She might be more amenable if your not the one who finds her." 

"Fair enough." I walk towards my room. Dammit. I feel so f*****g useless. I don't know what to do. I feel like I keep f*****g things up. I should've just proposed to Cass. She would've said yes, I know she would've. But, instead, I had to go behind her back. She was right to be pissed at me. But...running away. That's not like her. She's never run from anything. She faces her problems head on. Dammit, what have I done? 

-----Time passes------

Evening. 

"There is no sign of her anywhere, Head Mistress. We have scoured the city, but she has vanished completely." 

Damn, Cass. Where did you go? 

"Thank you for your report. You may leave." The hunters go back to their posts. 

"Maybe she'll come back on her own. Maybe she just needs time." Maybe, just maybe, she doesn't hate me. 

"Perhaps. Only time will tell. For now, any hunter who sees her is to capture her and bring her to HQ." 

"Isn't that a bit harsh?" 

"Julian, she ran from us. Cassandra took her gear and went into hiding. Not to mention, she abandoned you on your wedding day. She has much to answer for. So, no, it isn't harsh at all." 

"Alright. But, I want to be here when she's brought to HQ." 

"Done." Good. Maybe I can talk her Mom into a lighter sentence for her actions. Maybe everything can go back to normal. Just maybe. 

-------End of Julian's Perspective-------

-------Cassie's Perspective--------

Wow. This room is enormous. There's a big bed with curtains that looks incredibly soft and inviting. 

"Much better than sleeping in the forest, right love?" 

"Yes, much better. Thank you. I, um, don't know how to repay you for taking me in." 

He grips my chin yet again. 

"It is simple, love. Look me in the eyes." Wait, what the hell?! 

"What do you mean?" I can see the smirk begin to play on his lips. Damn, his lips look good. Wait, Cassie, get a handle on yourself. This is just more vampire tricks. 

"You know exactly. Look at my eyes, and I will consider your debt paid. Unless, you wish to repay me in other ways." Dammit, he has me cornered. Alright, just one look. You can do this. Just breathe. I look up into his eyes. 

His eyes are a deep dark blue, like the night sky with no moon. They're vast in their depth and darkness. I could drown in them. 

"Thank you, love. Sleep well." Just like that he's gone. Yet, I can still feel his hand on my chin and his eyes staring into mine. Dammit! Who knows how long I was staring into his eyes. This isn't good. I need to be on my guard around him. He's a vampire, an extremely powerful vampire. It doesn't matter that he spared my life or that he took me in. He's a vampire. Vampires are evil and manipulative. For now, I need to sleep. 

How the hell I'll sleep in this place is a mystery to me. I take off my go coat and put it on one of the bedposts. Hmm, should I unhook my bra? It'll be more comfortable that way. But, what if I need to make a run for it? Best to keep it on. I take off my boots. I can always run in my socks if need be. Of course, that vampire is way too fast to run from. Still, doesn't hurt to be cautious. 

I turn off the light. I search in the darkness for the bed and lie down. Ah! This is heavenly. So soft. So warm. Hmm, I'll close my eyes for just a moment. Just a little rest. That's all. 

---------End of Cassie's Perspective--------

---------Lord Malchior's Perspective-------

"Do you think it is wise, Master? Inviting a hunter into our home?" 

"Charles, I am very sure. For she is my mate." Charles is flummoxed.

"This cannot be! Are you sure?" 

"Oh yes, I am sure. I knew from the moment I rescued her from those rogues. I could feel it in my veins." 

"Alright then, Master. I will make sure she is taken care of with the utmost care." 

"Of course you will. Thank you, Charles. You may go." He bows low and walks out. 

This is going to be complicated. I can tell she is attracted to me. There are little moments where she seems to want me. But then, her hunter nature takes over. She will not be easy to convince. I will make her mine. In the meantime, I will have to make do. 

I undress and climb into my bed. The way she looked into my eyes. Hmm, she looked completely enraptured. And her eyes. The most beautiful eyes I have ever seen in all of my existence. Forest green wrapped in clouds of grey. I need her. I want her. 

I slide my hand down to my member. Hmm, this will have to do for now. I picture my mate, on her knees, taking my member inside of her sweet mouth. I grip myself, sliding up and down. Massaging my head and I can feel myself increase. How sweet it will be, to have her mouth around me. Entering her mouth and coming inside her. And then, I will taste her sweetness. I go faster. I can feel it coming soon. I will lick the cream from between her legs. I will bite into her thigh, drinking her blood. Feel it course down my throat just as her nectar did before. And finally, I will enter her nexus with my member. There, I will f**k her endlessly. I will bring her such rapturous pleasure, she will be marked as forever mine. I come on the thought. I shoot out and relax. 

That went well. It will be even better when I have her in my presence. I shower myself and towel myself clean. I turn out the light and climb into bed. I wonder how my mate is sleeping? I wager she is unaccustomed to sleeping in a castle with a vampire. Little does she know, that there are more vampires she is unaware of surrounding her. I will not let any of them touch her. She is mine. My dear Cassandra. Even her name is joyous. My lovely mate. I will have you. No matter how long it takes, you will be mine. 

End of Chapter 4