Immortal Love

5

As Engfa's fangs retracted from Charlotte's neck, a mix of emotions flooded through both women. Charlotte's cheeks flushed with a combination of embarrassment and a newfound sense of intimacy, while Engfa felt a surge of relief mingled with a hint of guilt.

"I'm sorry," Engfa whispered, pulling away slightly as she met Charlotte's gaze, her eyes filled with unbearable remorse.

But Charlotte shook her head, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips. "Don't be," she replied softly, reaching out to gently touch Engfa's cheek. "You needed it, and I wanted to help."

Engfa's heart swelled with gratitude at Charlotte's understanding. "Thank you," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper.

With a gentle touch, Charlotte guided Engfa to the nearby couch, the weight of their shared moment hanging in the air between them. As they sat in silence, Engfa couldn't help but feel a sense of belonging she hadn't felt in centuries.

"Charlotte," Engfa began, her voice hesitant as she searched for the right words. "I... I don't want to bring you into my world. It's dangerous, and I can't guarantee your safety."

But Charlotte met Engfa's gaze with unwavering determination. "I'm not afraid," she said firmly. "And I don't want to be apart from you."

Engfa's heart skipped a beat at Charlotte's words, a warmth spreading through her chest at the realization that she wasn't alone. "But you don't understand," she insisted, her voice tinged with desperation. "I'm not like you. I'm a creature of the night."

Charlotte reached out, gently taking Engfa's hand in hers. "And I'm not afraid of the dark," she replied softly. "I see you, Engfa. The person you are, not just what you are."

Tears welled in Engfa's eyes at Charlotte's unwavering acceptance, a weight lifting from her shoulders as she realized she didn't have to hide anymore. "I don't deserve you," she whispered, her voice choked with emotion.

A smile was playing at Charlotte's lips. "You deserve love, Engfa," she said firmly. "And I'm here to give it to you."

With those words, Engfa felt a sense of peace wash over her, a newfound hope blooming in her chest. In Charlotte, she had found not only acceptance but love. And for the first time in centuries, she dared to believe that she could find happiness in the darkness.