The Vampire Kings Protection

Chapter 19

"I'm going to be late," I hummed. "Again."

The king bit harshly on my neck and I hissed then my eyes fluttered closed as he soothed the area with his tongue. "I guarantee you won't get in trouble for it."

He was hovering over me, the sheets crumbles and torn around us as he started our morning like usual. To say it was an adjustment was an understatement. I went from fearing him to sleeping with him. He still scared me sometimes. I supposed I was more afraid of what he would do if he found out or changed his mindset. He could be so sweet sometimes and I didn't know vampires to behave this way. I was waiting for the switch to flip.

Our routine as of late was pretty simple. He let me sleep here on most occasions after our activities then woke up to start all over again. He was rough and aggressive with everything he did, no mercy on my part and I oddly liked it. When it was time for me to get out for the day I showed, dressed, and ate a late breakfast. Usually I would get everything I needed to do done in time for dinner which I spent with him. Lunch I had saved for my new friends, most days anyway.

We were able to talk more about it too, after the first night. He suggested some things he would like to try and I agreed with the condition he would immediately stop and let it go if I didn't like it. His answer was unquestionably full of truth and reassurance; I was completely in control of setting limits. When I said no he would listen. I was also free to make suggestions, though I had none at the moment.

His lips brushed against my throat and as usual my body caved to his suggestion, giving into the pleasure I knew he would bring. It was becoming an addiction. He didn't seem to be any better.

After close to an hour I was finally able to get up and shower. The girl I saw in the mirror was one I was starting to adjust to as well.

I wasn't as thin as I was when I arrived. I had filled out in a lot of places where my bones used to protrude. This morning there were bruises scattered all over my body. I had hickies covering my neck, shoulders, down my chest and a few on my inner thighs. The bruises were distinct fingerprints on my hips and thighs, a few on my upper arms. I remember the sight pain to cause some of these, no complaints ever left me. My eyes were brighter, the blue looking glossy and light. My cheeks were constantly pink and shiny.

I was happy with the decision I had made.

I had moments of doubt of course. I feared being so close to him physically. I wondered if he caught anything that might make him reconsider my species. I thought too that my inexperience would be a problem. It wasn't.

I worried about how quickly I agreed. I constantly thought over why I had changed my mind so quickly when he asked for more. I was supposed to be avoiding vampires and wolves. This was certainly not avoiding.

Every time I was away from him I would reconsider my decision, each time deciding I was happy with it. I didn't think I had made a terrible decision, or that I was in horrible danger but I did compare my previous notions to now. I was bewildered with myself at how fast I gave up my resolve. How quickly I fell for his charms and caved to his suggestions.

I wasn't anywhere near to actually liking him in that way though. I didn't think I would either. He could be nice and I enjoyed my nights with him but there was a line with those feelings. I hoped he wouldn't either. We could enjoy each other without getting attached then when I chose to leave I wouldn't have to deal with his attachment or mine.

By now breakfast had been served and there was hardly anyone left but the staff that was cleaning up. Luckily I was able to grab a few things before heading out to the greenhouse.

I paused to grab a basket from the laundry room, placing one towel on the inside then heading out the door.

Today the sun didn't hide behind the clouds and there was a light breeze that cold my skin from getting too hot. The area around the garden was flourishing as the true summer season kicked in and I was completely in love with it.