Snowridge's Secret (Book 1)

68 - Two is Better than One

*unedited

Alexi - POV

"You ready?" I ask. My eyes watching as my curls into himself. His body still giving off waves of confusion and anxiety as he tucks the pillow under his head. "Devon?"

My calls continue to go unanswered as I shake my head. Looking at my phone again and realizing we're going to be late for dinner if we don't leave soon, but I decide he needs me more.

"Go away." He grumbles as I snuggle up behind him. Wrapping my arms around his waist. Grinning evilly before sinking my teeth into the back of his neck. "Alexi!"

I smile as he continues to screech. His hand reaching back and grabbing my hair as he tries to pull me away. I just bite down harder until he gives up. Pressing us closer together. The room filling with silence as his body relaxes.

"Why did he attack me?" He asks again. I sigh as I kiss his neck. Rubbing my scent into his skin as I hug him. Annoyed that this is happening.

"I can't answer that. But I'm sure you'll find out soon." I whisper. Smiling as he groans again. Annoyed at my unwillingness to give him a straight answer. "Come on. Dinner time."

He groans again as I lose my patience and lift him off the beg. Chuckling at his glaring face. Smiling when he slaps my hand away. "Fine. Let's go."

I nod as we both get our dinner jackets. Adjusting our suits in the mirror before walking out the door. We were told this would be a formal event with the leader of the vampires. So, we were forced to dress up. Luckily, Vivian and Callum were able to get us some clothes that were more appropriate.

It only took us a few minutes to make it to the massive dining area. It was full of vampires and other shifters. We followed the staff as they led us to the table at the front. Passing by many others as they all spoke among themselves.

"Alexi." My father called out as we approached. Pointing to two empty chairs. We quickly sat down at the long table. My eyes immediately catching the twins, who were sitting on the other side. I narrowed my eyes as Yanji smiled at me. Before shifting them to his asshole brother. His eyes lowered at the table as he scowled.

I just shook my head I turned my attention to Devon. Surprised when I found him glancing at the twins. Biting his lips before looking back down. I watched as he did this a few times before a loud sound filled the room. A moment later everyone started to stand up.

We immediately followed along as we looked around. My ear twitching as the sound of door opening caught my attention. Unfortunately, with my height, I couldn't seeing over the others. Not realizing that was happening until a group of people made their way towards our table.

I watched curiously as they made their way to the open chairs. I immediately reconginized Darrius. He nodded at us as he stood next to his chair. Remaining quiet as two tall women flanked each side of him. Then a boy walked over to the head chair. His presence overwhelming as he calmly pulled the chair back and sat down.

Setting a long cane with a large gem off to the side as he pulled off a pair of white gloves. Everyone sat down after him and we followed. My eyes never leaving his as I looked him over. I, of course, realized this young looking man was the vampire king or leader, Demarius.

His appearance was just like the portrait. That of a teenager. But his presence was something else. It reminded me of Sha, but more concentrated. So far, of all the people I've met, there have been maybe two or three that I wanted to test my powers against. I was sure the man sitting in front of me would be one hell of a challenge.

"Hello, little wolf." A soft voice pulled me from my thoughts. My eyes shifting as I realize it's Demarius talking to me. My body freezing as I realize he caught me staring. His smile bright and filled with amusement as he looks me over. "Do I interest you that much?"