My heart pounded in my chest as the vampire’s eyes locked onto mine, the red glow in his gaze burning with malicious intent. His fanged grin stretched wider, a predator toying with his prey. The sense of safety that had briefly settled over the cabin evaporated instantly, leaving nothing but cold fear in its wake.
Kieran was on his feet in an instant, placing himself between me and the vampire. His body tensed, every muscle coiled like a spring, ready to strike. I could feel the surge of power radiating from him, his Alpha instincts taking over. But the vampire didn’t flinch; he took a step forward, his movements slow, almost mocking.
“Well, well,” the vampire drawled, his voice smooth and deadly. “Looks like I’ve stumbled upon the little princess and her knight in shining fur.”
Kieran
