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THE NIGHTMARE Chapter 47
He didn't respond immediately, but when he did, he said coldly, "I'm fine."After that, he got behind the wheel and started driving.He shut me out right away after putting on his mask once more.Again.I was almost moved to tears by it.What happened recently?This time, what did I do?How did he manage to do this so easily?Talk to me for one minute as if I were the center of his entire world, and then completely lose interest in me the next?Due to our connection, I was also experiencing his pain, and I felt his emotional withdrawal from me strongly.I could tell that the most recent attack had left him with more serious injuries.Before Ivan and the others arrived, Valerian had been losing to the rogue vampires who had snuck up on us and appeared to be stronger.The bone-deep cut under his left arm was bleeding profusely, and I could feel it.I felt his breathing as if it were my own and could feel the pain in his lower back.However, he had just excluded me.I turned around in my chair to face
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As I analyzed his statement, my head spun in confusion.Over the years, I never heard of any murders.When Valerian came to visit me, the news never talked about dead people.Ivan thought I was too stupid to see that Ivan was full of lies.But was he incorrect?When he did show up outside of his usual visits, it was when I needed to be saved, and Valerian always said that he would protect me until he died.Whether it was caused by a significant threat or by my own actions.The discovery of these bodies was never mentioned in the media.I retaliated in the hope that my strange boost of confidence would disprove Ivan's lies. The only time the media talked about the discovery of a dead body was when Valerian was in town.My comment caused him to scowl and shake his head in dismay.The criminals were responsible for those dead bodies.Valerian was a trustworthy feeder.He only ate scum or criminals who deserved to die.He was also a sane eater.He never let his mess go unnoticed.He always cleaned up
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I paused once more at his door, debating whether to knock or not.As I was putting my right hand on the door, I thought about the possibility that he was already asleep.As I thought, I started pacing and lowered my hand.I thought that today had been even more difficult for Valerian than it had been for me.I was aware that he had suffered multiple injuries and absolutely required rest.I decided that as much as I needed to talk to him, I would let him sleep if he was already asleep.I might sneak in and sleep right next to him to see if his eyes light up when he wakes up.Where did that originate?I shook my head and moaned internally.Catelyn, get your act together, I told myself.I exhaled slowly after taking a deep breath."You are aware that I can hear everything, right?"Empty air nearly caused me to vomit.Through our bond, he had reached out to me, and I could hear his voice sounding slightly amused.That was all he was hearing?I sighed.I wanted to hide forever and just go into a hole and
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I "I didn't do any of that to enslave you or force you to repay a debt for the rest of your life.""Then why?"He just shrugged.Finding one's soulmate is a beautiful but uncommon experience.For my species, it's even rarer than it is for humans.Before shifting back, he lightly kissed my forehead with his lips.“I count myself lucky to have found you, Catelyn,” he said in a whisper.And regardless of whether you want me to, I'll do anything to ensure your safety.I muttered, "I’m so sorry for getting involved with Eden."I didn't mean to hurt you, so that must have hurt a lot.I'm so sorry; I had no idea how much you cared.I exhaled in relief as he nodded."Would you like me to share my memories with you to help you understand the past few years?""Can you do that?How?”Over the years, I've explained a lot of my powers to you.My ability to project my thoughts is one of my powers that I have yet to explain.This indicates that I am able to project my memories into your mind, allowing us both
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Ivan told me, "They are ready for you, sir," and I just nodded.Are you okay?”He shook his head and glared at me inquisitively.I'll be alright.Let's get this out of the way.Ivan led me to the throne room as I slung my holster around my waist.I was honored by the vampire king as the whole high court gathered around me.With my posture straight, my head held high, and my hands gently clasped behind my back, I knelt before him.As Dragos talked about my greatest accomplishments, which made me a loyal and honorable warrior, everyone looked at me with such pride.“Valerian has successfully destroyed the witch covens that hid the pieces of the Emerald Tablet, and now I can say with pride that he has killed the most powerful High Witch Priestess and gathered information about where the final piece is!Our kingdom will soon be the most powerful among vampire kingdoms, and soon, vampires will rule the world!Before he used his blade to tap each of my shoulders, Dragos declared to the viewers.That'
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He was now grunting and moaning loudly.He had completely lost track of the fact that I was there, as evidenced by his random breaths and intense stimulation."Your king,"I asked with respect, "What do you want?"He kept pushing hard into Ysanne's mouth despite his anger at the interruption."My King, we have recovered the last piece of the Emerald Tablets.It was located in a monastery in Greece that we now control.Additionally, we have eliminated every witch from that coven.Given what Ysanne's mouth was doing to Dragos' cock and his joy at hearing my news, Dragos' head dropped back.When he looked back at me, his cheeks flushed, and he grinned from ear to ear.Valerian: "You have done well.You have made me very happy because you are my most trusted soldier.“Did you hear that Witch?” he asked as he yanked Ysanne off of his cock and grabbed her by the neck.I have all of the Emerald Tablets, and you will soon carry out your most significant task for me.He then threw her onto his bed and
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She wanted to know, "What do you want?""I'm here to negotiate."She rubbed her eyes.Really, oh?What do they mean?”"You will give up your first child to me if I help you escape."She gave me a bewildered glare.Why would I give you my child?"Reward for my kindness"She awkwardly fidgeted with her fingernails, and I shrugged.As she considered my proposal, she sat in mocking silence.I begged her to say yes on the inside.We only had a short amount of time, so I needed her response right away.As she massaged her forehead with her fingers, she took a painful breath."You've got a deal."I accepted her handshake and she extended it to mine.After removing the chains from her wrists, I proceeded to the stone and brick wall with the barred window that led outside.A small hole was punched into the wall by me."The extent of my kindness is this."She laughed.You must be having fun.That gap is too small for me!”"Then, I suppose you ought to begin digging,"I left the dungeon with a malicious grin
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"The king believes that he picked up a magic trail from Ysanne.He wanted me to go investigate because he believes she may have regained her powers.As I put the car in drive and left the kingdom, I said robotically."You aren't telling me anything else."Ivan raised an eyebrow and leaned back against the passenger door."No, that is all.I promise."I said that proclamation like a third grader who got busted with his hand in the treat container however figured he could lie right in the clear.“Alright.For the time being, I'll act like I believe you.He laughed as he shook his head in dismay.As I channeled the tinge of magic, we drove the remainder of the way in silence.Although the pulsation became increasingly louder and clearer, I was aware that we were getting close. I had no idea where we were going.It seemed as though it wanted me to join it.I had never felt this way before with a trace.It captured my imagination.I wanted to keep it forever in my possession.My ears were muffled by th