I massaged my forehead with my fingers, one of the things I hate the most is deceit.
“Someone? From my side or?”
“Yes, Sire. I traced it, It’s from the company in Manchester “
“So, there is someone in Vesper holdings who dares do that? Interesting “ I drummed my fingers on my seat, a smirk curling up my lips.
A blood feast tonight should not be a bad idea.
*LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS*
It was Already sunset when we arrived in Louisiana, but the meeting was still held with all the board members already waiting.
I got down from the car, standing briefly outside looking up at the fading sun. Ever since I was cursed, the sun has no effect on me. It seemed like I became immune to it.
We walked into the private elevator to last floor of the building
The board room was filled with noise but it died down the moment they saw me
“Welcome sir” they all greeted. I walked to the head of the table and sat down.
“Sit” I ordered, they obeyed and took their seats.
“Now, what do you all have for me? Let’s start with you” I pointed at the lady in a red gown.
She explained.
“There is enough money for the completion of that project so why the delay?” I asked drumming my fingers lazily on the table.
“Well, sir. There’s indeed enough money but I made some changes to some of the materials because I want to make it to your taste” she said and showed me a folder of the new materials purchased and how much was spent.
She’s honest.
“Good. Next?” They all tabled their matters and I had it all sorted out. Saving the best for last.
“It’s your turn “ I smiled as I looked at the director of the company in Manchester.
“Uhm, yes sir”
“What happened to the funds deposited in the company’s account? And why did you slash the salary of the workers?” I asked him.
His eyes widened with sudden realization, “Sir, I did that so we could accumulate more funds for the upcoming event sir”
“No, no. I take records of how much is been made and how much goes out of the account of each company in every area, I know all of that”
I got up and walked over, standing beside him, “You dare steal from me, do you know what that means?” I asked and before he could respond, I grabbed his hand and placed it on the table, picked up his pen and stabbed it in,
“Arghhhh grrr! Please, please, I’m sorry “ he pleaded.
“Who asked you to do that? Hmm?” I muttered, twisting the pen in his flesh,I was already getting pissed but I had to control myself so the monster doesn’t awaken.
“No one, it was my greed. I’m so sorry “ I removed the pen and blood spilled on the table.
I looked at the others and they were all shaking really bad,
“That is all for today, I will be here for two days and I want to see how far you have gone these past years. leave “
“Yes sir,” they all stood up and walked out of the hall.
Peter walked over with a handkerchief and handed it to me, I took it and wiped the blood off my hands.
He is very lucky I am not in the mood to feed, he would have made a splendid dinner.
“Let us head to the villa, I have matters to attend to” I said and exited the room with Peter following behind me.
Amelia’s POV
My eyes fluttered open, the first thing I saw was the rays of the sun.
Am I dead?
I managed to get up from the bed, and looked around. I was in the same room.
But how?
I clearly recall being stabbed in my chest by a strange woman, how come I’m alive?
The door suddenly opened, my breath caught sharply in my throat.
A woman walked in, I blinked and released the breath that got hooked in my chest,
“Thank heavens, you are finally awake!, you were unconscious for two days ” She said
Two days?
“Who are you?” I asked. I was just stabbed by a strange woman, now another strange woman is in my room.
“Oh, my name is Kara. I am Helions relative “ she responded.
Relative? He has a relative?
“How do you feel? Any pain anywhere?” She asked,
“No, I’m fine “ I responded, looking closer at her. She doesn’t look like him one bit. So how is she his relative?
She suddenly came closer and said some words- in a language I’ve never heard before. A bright light appeared on her palms as she placed them on my hands,
I immediately knew what she was- a witch.
“I can’t believe we finally found you. Helions curse will finally be cured”
“Hold on, I never agreed to cure anyone’s curse , okay?“ I responded, almost rolling my eyes.
“He’s waited centuries for you, do you have any idea what he has been through? You are his salvation, Amelia. You have to help him “ I gave her a stern look.
“What makes you think i can do it? You are a witch, why haven’t you cured him?”
“I’ve tried, Amelia. But this is beyond me or any other witch in existence .” She said and I scoffed, shaking my head slightly in disbelief.
“I’ll advise you do it willingly, don’t let him use force, he is dangerous, you know that “
Everyone keeps saying the same thing.
“He will be back to Bulgaria tomorrow, he went on a business trip” she said, searching for my gaze.
“Oh, okay “ i nodded.
“I’ll leave now. Just let me know if you need anything” she said and walked out.
So he’s not around,
Isn’t this the perfect time to run?
But the last time I tried, I almost lost my life. This is so frustrating.
I lay down on the bed my mind filled with thoughts,
I was stabbed. Not only did I not die, the stab wound vanished totally like it never happened.
How is that even possible!
I am not a vampire, I am entirely human. So how??
I sighed and decided not to think about it anymore.
My worst nightmare will be back tomorrow, so I have to enjoy myself today till I’m finally able to escape this prison.
I have to plan properly.
I opened the door and looked around,
Guards!, everywhere. It seemed like they tightened security. I’ve only been here a few days but it felt like it’s been months.
Kara said I was unconscious for two days, that means I have just three days left,
Whatever.
My stomach rumbled. I am so hungry, how do I get food?
I bit my lower lip and walked towards the guard standing close to my door then tapped his shoulder,
He turned around immediately “Is there a problem, miss?” He asked
“No, not at all, it’s just that I’m really hungry so I wanted to ask if I can get something to eat” I said to him making a pitiful face.
“Alright, please go back to your room, I’ll get you something to eat “ he responded and walked away.
At least I’ll just eat for now.
I entered the room and sat down on the couch close to my bed, my stomach rumbled for the hundred and one times since I woke up.
I dropped my head back on the couch and closed my eyes.
A knock suddenly came on the door , i jumped up and opened it, the smell of food went straight into my nostrils,
He came in and dropped the tray on the table,
“Is this enough?” He asked.
“Yes, of course. Thank you “ i smiled at him.
He smiled back and walked away,
There’s a guard who’s actually this nice here? Wow.
I sat down and picked up my spoon and was about digging in when the door flung open and Kara walked in
“Don’t eat that!, it’s poisoned!” She exclaimed ,lunging towards me.