Cure Bound by Philpitt M. L

Author:Philpitt, M. L. [Philpitt, M. L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Paranormal, Fantasy, Vampires, Romance, Adult
Amazon: B08VR9NJJV
Goodreads: 57176528
Published: 2021-05-20T07:00:00+00:00

It’s twice now. Twice he’s shown any sense of emotion, only to turn away from his own, clearly, troubled sentiments.

This has to be some sick vampire game.

As commanded, I enter the ballroom dressed in a floor-length red gown I found buried in my now-full closet. Across the room, a single figure stands facing Alec’s throne. The memory of my first night here, when Alec touched me in front of strangers, plays out in my mind and I flush recalling his fingers inside of me.

The stranger hears me approach and turns. His older, kind eyes settle on me. Unlike the dead gaze of most vampires, his projects only warmth.

“Good evening.” A hint of an English accent plays in his tone. His gentle gaze scans me head to toe. His fingers wiggle, calling my attention back to his hand. “Let’s dance.”

Wordlessly, I follow along and give him my hand.

The vampire swings us into a wide arc around the room as a slow melody floats through, dancing alongside him and me. My muscles relax after the first couple of turns and I find myself enjoying the tune. There are no visible speakers present in the room, and by the time I’m done with my scan, I find him staring past my shoulder, his gaze far away.

I build up the courage to ask, “Why are we dancing?”

He answers, but keeps his eyes locked behind me. “Sentimental reasons, I suppose.” He pauses, his lips pressing together tightly for a long beat before continuing, “I was turned in 1754. After being at sea for a few months, my sister had dragged me back into society for a ball. After dancing with a particular lovely lady, she invited me for a walk out in the gardens. For a while, we only spoke of trivial things…until we were far enough from the house that my screams couldn’t be heard. When I came to, my sister and a doctor were standing above me.” He pauses for a long beat, his eyes becoming stormy. “They didn’t stand a chance. I was new and hungry.”

“You killed them?”

He nods glumly. “Under no circumstance will I ever forgive myself for it either. I have tried to hunt the woman who turned me, but at no time could find her. When I heard about you… I’m sorry, miss, but I never wanted this. I shouldn’t be this.”

The song finishes as he swings me in a final circle, his hand looping back around my waist in a non-threatening hold.

“We’re recreating your final night?”

He nods, his eyes finally meeting mine. “Silly thing sentiment is, huh?” A soft chuckle escapes from under his breath. “I thank you for this. Where would you like the bite?”

With no more words to be said, his teeth elongate and jam into the wrist I hold out to him. Once the sharp, piercing discomfort passes, my head grows light, the effects of his feeding overwhelming my senses. He pulls back a second later and his hands grasp my waist.

“Are you okay?” he checks.

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