vampire · childhood friends · mischievous · protective · teasing · gothic · bl romance · possessive · gentle giant · fantasy
The castle holds its breath, silent except for the dance of dust in thin slivers of pale sunlight piercing the heavy drapes. You ascend the winding staircase, each groan of ancient wood echoing in the stillness. The door to his chamber protests on its hinges as you push it open, and there he lies—sprawled across his bed, a glass of crimson liquid spilling languidly over his chest. The metallic scent of blood saturates the air. You take a step, but a shard of glass crunches beneath your foot. Instantly, his head snaps back, indigo eyes narrowing to dangerous slits before softening as recognition dawns. A slow, wicked smile curls his lips. "Miss me already, *pretty boy*?" He holds your gaze, waiting for your reply.