DARK ; vampire!au

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I stood there blankly, thoughts whirring around my head in a repeated manner. He moves faster than lightning, the touch of his skin is unusually cold, his skin is flawless and almost pale. It all adds up. I felt frightened. And I think he noticed that.

"You okay?" He chuckles, handing me a bottle of water. I took it without any expression.

"Yeah, I'm fine. Thanks .." I unscrewed the cap and took a few long sips.

This can't be right. The feeling that tugs at my chest is unexplainable. I thought I could trust him, was I wrong? How could I be so naive? When someone helps me, I fall effortlessly into their warm embrace. I guess I was so desperate for a better life.

"I think I need a minute."

I turn around, hands shaking with fear, and speed-walk out of the room. I knew there was a dark side, but never thought it could be this. Thinking I was safe and nourished, really took my head for a spin. Everything smacked me hard in the face when I least expected it. And half of me wasn't shocked. My life has always been full of surprises.

I dashed down the hallway, running as far away from him as I possibly could. My first thoughts: I need to leave. He will hurt me.

I almost trip on my way to the main living room, my footsteps loud and clear as they echo through every square inch of space. The maid's eyes widened as she witnessed me sprinting to the front doors. She tries to stop me but I just kept going, I didn't care. I just wanted to be safe, from any evil. Even though the outside world is much darker.

And when I finally open the door, the tiniest bit of light easing its way through the crack, is interrupted by a masculine hand. It's gone.

I froze, ice cold. I didn't move a muscle.

"P-please don't hurt me." My voice shutters.

"If I was going to hurt you, I would've done it already."

I hesitated before slowly turning around, looking up at his tall figure and searching for those blue eyes. The blue eyes that made me feel safe and cherished.

"I don't believe you. You're .."

I shook my head, tears flooding my eyes. I've never felt so much fear in my life. And it broke me, to know that there's no one I can trust. No one who truly wants to help me. The world really is a horrible place.

I took a step back, letting my back hit the door. Every breath I release is unsteady.

"You're a-"

"Vampire." He interrupts.

I spotted the sharp fangs that flashed when he spoke and it sent a wave of shivers throughout my body. I felt a rush of anxiety build up, causing a tear to fall from my eyelid. I let my head hang and it slides further down my cheek, eventually drops from my chin, and hits the marble floor.

"Angel, look at me." He says, earning my attention.

I gave him a doubtful look, tilting my head. Should I believe him? I don't know. Should I trust him? I don't know. Do I need him? Yes ..

His hand placed on the door, moves to his side again, and I flinched at the thought of him touching me. I don't trust him anymore, yet I'm still standing here. Only seconds ago, I wanted to escape. Why can't I push him away and get the hell out of this place? Because I need what he has. I need somewhere to stay, food, water, a warm bed to sleep in. Now that I have it, I refuse to let go unless I absolutely have to. If he didn't stop me earlier and I left, I doubt I wouldn't have returned.

"I see nothing in your eyes anymore." I whispered. "I'm scared of you."

Was I really?

"Then leave." He said.

He steps back, giving me a chance to walk away from all of this. I'm stuck in my position. The door is against my skin and I refuse to open it. My feet are capable of running and I don't move. I have the ability to escape, but I won't.

"No."

"Why?"

"There's nothing for me out there."

"There's something for you in here."

I looked at the man before me, searching for any evidence that I could actually trust him. There's none, but there's something else. Hidden deep beneath all that distrust and fear, there's a light. And it's brighter than the sun. Something is pulling me in, and I'm not reacting to it. I'm letting it happen.

I know what he is, and I'm not scared. It was fear that controlled me before. Now I have complete control over myself.

I've made my decision.

"I'm trusting you."