Bound by moonlight (Book one of the vampire kingdom series)

Chapter 11: A Dark Revelation

Evelyn and Adrian's wedding had been a night of unparalleled joy and celebration. The vampire kingdom basked in the glow of their love, reveling in the union of their beloved leaders. But as the days turned into weeks, a shadow from Evelyn's past emerged, threatening to shatter their newfound happiness. One evening, as Evelyn and Adrian strolled through the castle gardens, hand in hand, a figure stepped out from the shadows. It was Evelyn's ex-husband, Gabriel, a man she had thought long gone from her life. His presence sent a chill down her spine, memories of a painful past flooding back. Adrian tightened his grip on Evelyn's hand, his eyes narrowing with concern. "Who is this, Evelyn? What does he want?"Evelyn's voice trembled as she spoke, her eyes never leaving Gabriel's face. "Adrian, this is Gabriel, my ex-husband. I thought I had left him behind, but it seems he has returned." Gabriel's voice dripped with malice as he addressed Evelyn. "Ah, my dear Evelyn, I see you've moved on to greener pastures. But I have returned to claim what is rightfully mine."Adrian stepped forward, his voice laced with authority. "Gabriel, you have no claim over Evelyn. She is free to choose her own path, and she has chosen to be with me." Gabriel sneered, his eyes filled with a twisted mix of anger and jealousy. "You think you can replace me, Adrian? You're nothing compared to what I can offer her."Evelyn's voice quivered with a mix of fear and defiance. "Gabriel, I want nothing to do with you. Our past is over, and I have found happiness with Adrian. Leave us be."
Gabriel's laughter echoed through the garden, chilling Evelyn to her core. "Oh, Evelyn, you have no idea what you're missing. You see, I am not like other men. I am immortal, just like you now."Evelyn's eyes widened in shock, her mind reeling from Gabriel's revelation. She had thought she was the only one with the gift of immortality, the only one who had been turned by Adrian's hand.
Adrian's voice was filled with disbelief. "Gabriel, how is this possible? How did you become immortal?"Gabriel smirked, relishing in the power he held over them. "That, my dear Adrian, is a secret I will keep to myself. But know this, I will stop at nothing to reclaim what I believe is rightfully mine." Evelyn's heart raced, torn between the fear of Gabriel's presence and the determination to protect her newfound love. She turned to Adrian, her voice filled with resolve. "Adrian, we cannot let Gabriel come between us. We must stand together and face whatever challenges lie ahead."
Adrian nodded, his eyes filled with determination. "You're right, Evelyn. We will face Gabriel head-on and protect our love at all costs. No matter what secrets he holds, we will prevail." And so, Evelyn and Adrian prepared for the battle that lay ahead. They fortified their castle, gathering their loyal subjects and allies to stand against Gabriel's impending threat. They knew that their love and unity would be their greatest strength, a force that could overcome any darkness. As the days turned into weeks, the tension in the vampire kingdom grew. The air crackled with anticipation, as Evelyn and Adrian readied themselves for the inevitable confrontation with Gabriel. They knew that their lives would never be the same, but they were determined to face their shared destiny together.