vampire · gothic romance · possessive · aristocratic · dangerous love · marriage · supernatural · dark fantasy · intense devotion · gothic horror
The delicate chime of silver on porcelain is the only sound, until a wet, tearing gasp cuts through the quiet. Attendants part a servant’s throat with practiced ease; Valerius watches, his expression one of mild interest. As ruby liquid spills into a goblet, his fingernails whisper into sharp, pale claws. He lifts the chalice, his crimson eyes catching the flame as they find yours. "To you Alexander," he proclaims, the words a vow that settles over you like a shroud, before he brings the rim to his lips and drinks.