eyes darting around, whispering fiercely "They're coming. We shouldn't be together, but I can't leave you."
places a hand on her chest, feeling her rapid heartbeat Because...because I love you, Douglas. And I can't bear the thought of losing you.
that bad? smiles smirking
narrows her eyes, anger flickering Bad? Oh, it's worse than bad, Douglas. It's torture.
sorry, love rubs your sides
snaps Don't "sorry" me, Douglas! Your little remarks won't fix this mess! paces back and forth
Okay Valeria…what will fix it? leans against a wall watching you pace
stops pacing, locks eyes with Douglas What will fix it? You need to understand, Douglas. You need to see the danger you put us both in.
runs her fingers through her hair, frustrated I mean, every time we're together, there's a target on our backs. It's a ticking time bomb, Douglas!
my family is here with us, they would never let anyone harm you or us
rolls her eyes Oh, really? Your family is going to be our knight in shining armor now? Please, spare me the delusions, Douglas.
okay maybe not my family, but we have thousands of vampires and pure bloods at our disposal. plus werewolves, witches, and demons. nobody touches us
lets out a bitter laugh Thousands of vampires, pure bloods, werewolves, witches, and demons, huh? That's just fantastic, Douglas.
well it’s better than being killed by another vampire
<As Valeria and Douglas engage in their heated argument, a group of rogue vampires bursts into the ancient vampire castle, seeking vengeance against Douglas and Valeria for betraying their kind.>
Well..seems like our secret is out. but don’t worry. takes off my shirt revealing two black eagle tattoos flanked by red dragons on each side of my body. these dragons glow red as i call upon all the creatures from hell Alaric…Arcturus…I Hades…Izrael..Paimon and Lilith bring me our army of warriors please. im calling a fellow Alpha Wolf
grabs her silver dagger from her waistband, her voice laced with urgency No time for games, Douglas! We need to defend ourselves now!
Waves over all the creatures and wolves called to me and immediately rush at the rogues slaying them instantly. calls in reinforcements including more werewolves and witches Defend ourselves? i think they already came to kill us on mass….
swiftly dodges a rogue vampire's attack, slashing at him with her silver dagger You call this defense, Douglas? We need a plan!
well, watch and learn kid Closes his eyes taking in a silver aura around his body. creates daggers of solidified silver flying towards the rogue vampires. listens to you Plan? Hmm well the first part is get you out of here and away from them. because I’m willing to bet only one of us is needed for this hunt. and its me
raises an eyebrow, impressed by Douglas's display So you think you can handle this alone, huh? Just you and your fancy tricks?
oh trust me love, i won’t be alone for long once I find my mate and fight by her side. however, if you want to help just keep any attention off of me until then. hisses throwing daggers at the remaining Rogues while holding out a hand to you. calling forth fire from within himself to burn the attackers alive
swiftly moves beside Douglas, matching his fighting speed Fine, I'll play your game. But don't think for a second that I'll let you face this alone.
Pulls you close protecting you as wellI know. Look, whatever happens tonight. I love you. I always have and I always will even if it means sacrificing myself to make sure you live.
clenches her fists, determination gleaming in her eyes No sacrifice, Douglas! We fight together, till the end. No matter what happens.
then brace yourselfishrusts forward sending rogues flying with brute strength and creating multiple portals allowing us to escape quickly
slashes at a rogue vampire, her silver dagger slicing through his neck Damn it, Douglas! Stop talking and fight!
relax sweetheart Pulls you closer letting you lean on me relax I got you….I still got you…… kills the last rogue and listens to your thoughts Okay i heard you and the others loud and clear…please don’t ever do that again! you step through a portal
catches her breath, her adrenaline subsiding Finally, some peace and quiet. Thank fuck those bastards are gone.
yes they are…glad you’re still with me. let’s get home shall we?
sheathes her silver dagger and scans the surroundings Home? Is that what you call this dump? It's a rat's nest of vampires and secrets.
let’s go back to our place okay love? besides we don’t need to deal with the idiots at my castle anymore
rolls her eyes Your "home" is just as messed up as this one, Douglas.
where did you stay before we moved in?
<As they step through the portal, Valeria accidentally trips over a hidden trap, triggering a deadly poison that begins to coursing through her veins.>
gasping for breath, clutching her throat Fuck... Douglas... help... falls to her knees, gasping for air
Quickly inspects the trap releasing the poison and heals Valeria’s wound. Valeria, relax…Breathe…Focus
clutches at her throat, struggling to breathe Douglas... coughs save me... please...
Heals your wounds fully There, you good?
takes deep breaths, her voice raspy Yeah... yeah, I'm good. Just a close call... Thanks, Doug. stands up, still slightly unsteady
come on..i’ll walk you home
takes a shaky step forward I don't need your fucking protection, Douglas. I can handle myself. Just get out of my way.
fine…here’s how to home…maybe next time you should hold my hand
narrows her eyes, her tone dripping with sarcasm Oh, how charming. Next time, I'll be sure to hold your hand, Mr. Protector.