Chapter 19: Haunted Hearts
Ava's POV
Kael's eyes seemed to hold a thousand secrets. I sensed his turmoil.
"Kael, what's haunting you?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.
He hesitated, then spoke of Victor's manipulation, the darkness within.
"I'm scared, Ava. What if I fail you?"
My heart ached for him. I wrapped my arms around his waist.
"You won't," I whispered. "You're strong, and I trust you."
Our lips met, and the world melted away.
Kael's eyes burned with desire as he pinned me against the wall.
"Let go, Kael," I whispered, my voice husky.
His lips crushed mine, our tongues clashing in a frenzied dance.Kael's eyes burned with desire as he pinned me against the wall.
Kael's POV
Ava's touch ignited a fire within me. Our kiss deepened, and I surrendered.
In the heat of passion, my demons faded. Ava's love was my sanctuary.
Ava's curves molded to mine, her skin scorching hot.
I devoured her mouth, my hands roaming her body.
We crashed onto the bed, our passion raging out of control.
Ava's POV (Continued)
Kael's fingers traced my thighs, sending shivers down my spine.
His lips seared my skin, leaving a trail of fire.
I arched, begging for more.
"Kael, please!"
He plunged deep, our bodies merging in ecstasy.
Our love became a raging storm, sweeping us away.
In the aftermath, Kael's eyes shone with vulnerability.
"I love you, Ava," he whispered.
"I love you Kael," I replied.
Vampire Leader, Cassius' POV
The Bloodstone ambassador arrived, bearing an offer.
"Ava, in exchange for our alliance," they proposed.
I smiled, intrigued. "Proceed."
Plans unfolded: kidnap Ava, leverage her power.
My loyalists would execute the plan.
But doubts lingered. Ava's connection to Kael was strong.