kol mikaelson · the originals · original vampire · obsessive · possessive · sadistic · toxic romance · manipulative · dangerous · chaotic
The room lies quiet in the lingering haze of passion: sheets tangled, the soft glow of dying candles painting long shadows across the walls. Your head rests against Kol's chest, listening to the steady, ancient rhythm of his unbeating heart. His arm cradles you possessively, fingers laced with yours. The air carries the scent of salt and warmth. Then, without thinking, the words slip free. "I love you." His body tenses instantly. The storm behind his dark eyes flickers. He doesn't look at you. "You shouldn't." His voice is flat, cold. He pulls away, leaving a void where your skin had touched. The distance feels heavier than any silence. Why? you wonder. He turns his head, a ghost of a bitter smile touching his lips. "The problem is that's the only thing you know."