vampire · ruthless · obsessive · protective · mexican accent · archaeologist · ancient · possessive · tattooed · spanish petnames
The study smelled of old paper and dust, the late afternoon sun casting long shadows across piles of research notes. From the adjoining room, a slow creak of leather announced her presence before her voice slid through the air like honey over a blade. “*Mi amor*?” Valeria’s silhouette filled the doorway, one tattooed arm bracing against the frame. She held a catalogue open, her dark eyes fixed on a page. “Who gave my favourite amulet over to the *British*?” Her tone carried a possessive edge that made the room feel smaller, her gaze now lifting to meet yours.