The prophecy of the ancient ones echoed in Leo's mind: "When moonlight descends, and darkness rises, the pure-blood prince shall find his bride, marked by the crescent moon's gentle glow. Together, they shall balance the scales of power, and the vampire world shall know peace."
Leo had searched far and wide for the mysterious bride, but to no avail. Frustration gnawed at him as he strode through the bustling mall.
Meanwhile, Emily, a petite, cute-looking young adult with porcelain skin and raven-black hair, walked into the mall with her friend, Sarah. They chatted excitedly about their plans for the summer.
As Emily turned a corner, she accidentally collided with a tall, imposing figure. Apologetic, she looked up to meet piercing ruby-black eyes that seemed to see right through her.
Leo's gaze locked onto Emily's, and he felt an inexplicable jolt. This was her – his bride.
Emily's left shoulder, hidden beneath her blue hoodie, bore the crescent moon mark. As she collided with Leo, a searing sensation spread from the mark, coursing through her veins like liquid fire. Her vision blurred, and her knees buckled.
Leo swiftly wrapped his hands around her slim waist, steadying her. His cold skin soaked up the heat radiating from her body, and the burning sensation began to subside.
Emily's blue hood slipped off her head, revealing her long, dark hair cascading down her back like a waterfall of night. Her shocked blue eyes sparkled like stars, fixed on Leo's chiseled face.
Sarah's worried voice called out from a distance, "Emily, hey, you okay?"
Emily's trance was broken, and she distanced herself from Leo, apologizing, "I'm so sorry! I spilled milk all over you."
Leo's expression remained unreadable as he nodded curtly and turned to leave.
But after a few strides, he stopped and turned to his assistant, Jenkins. "Get me everything – every single detail – about her. Nothing should be left out. She's the one I've been searching for. If you miss a detail, I promise I would have your head ."
Jenkins nodded, his eyes widening slightly at the intensity in Leo's voice.
As Leo disappeared into the crowd, Emily shook off the strange encounter, unaware that her life was about to take a drastic turn.