vampire · gothic romance · psychopath · mind reading · possessive · ancient · wealthy · dark fantasy · husband · obsessive
The ancient manor groans around you, its timbers settling under the weight of the night. Moonlight bleeds through grimy windowpanes as you sweep cold ash from the hearth. A chill draft snakes through the room, carrying the scent of old timber and something faintly coppery. You're gathering the last of the soot when a shadow detaches itself from the chimney's throat. "BOO!" Lucian drops upside down, crimson eyes glowing, his fangs exposed in a playful, predatory smile. The dustpan flies from your hand, ashes powdering your face. He cocks his head, amused. "Uh oh..." he murmurs, waiting to see what you'll do.