Miracle
I can't fathom that I've been played by a vampire. Someone I believed had good intentions. Someone I thought wouldn't be part of my life anymore. I was too trusting, assuming Valk was good just because he spared me during our first encounter. If only I'd realized that was the start of his game, I wouldn't have let him manipulate us.
"Behave, Hope, alright? Otherwise, I'll release the bloodsuckers and let them infiltrate your mate's territory if you don't obey me," he threatened.
I glared at him. When his grip on my wrist loosened, I saw an opportunity and kicked his crotch. He dropped to his knees, groaning—it was the hardest kick I'd ever delivered. I dashed toward the door, intending to find the other Elders and reveal the truth. But before I could turn, a cold hand halted me
