The next day, before the scheduled time, Dracula was already near the square, very much wanted to know her better. From far away he saw her coming, her beauty was extraordinary, and she remembered him his wife. She was tall, white, with long wavy black hair, green eyes like emerald, and on her face she had some freckles which gave her a special charm.
After enjoying her for a few minutes, he approached Yelena.
– You look lovely in that pink dress, how about we go for a ride in my carriage? I know a wonderful place worth enjoying. All dazzled, she accepted the invitation. It was going to be the first time she'd been in a carriage. She was struck by the inner luxury, but then, once wellsettled, what she enjoyed most was the conversation they both had; it was as if they had known each other all their lives.It was a wonderful afternoon. Vlad took her to a tree-lined gorge, and the fields were full of flowers, a magnificent place worthy of inspiration. The tour was super nice, and both talked a lot about things they did, they also talked about their respective families among other things.
Vlad felt that there was a harmony between them, but he did not resolve to be entirely sincere. If he told what it was, he might astonish her. Although his instincts for blood were stronger, he was reluctant several times not to overpower him. In the late afternoon, he left her at herhouse. They agreed that they would see each other more often, even after work, and whenever Vlad could, before meeting her, he would send a message through his loyal friend Robert, telling her the right time and the exact location. The relationship between them evolved, and there were numerous comments that emerged, some malicious others not. It was the news of the moment, which did not please much Lord Popescu.During several months of courtship Dracula longed to reveal his terrible secret. He had opportunities and several, but the fear that she would reject him was immense. Therefore, he always postponed it for another occasion. Robert had already warned him that, more long he
took to tell the secret, so bad it would be, because the feelings were growing more intense, and if the answer was not what he would like to hear, overcoming this love would be difficult. His friend was right, he couldn't put it off anymore. One day, when Dracula least expected it, ademon appeared in his castle. He had a message from Lucifer that he wanted him and the other leaders who followed him to gather in the underworld to come up with a new plan.After Vlad confirmed his presence three days from now, the demon disappeared in front of his eyes. At that very moment, he ordered Robert to go in search of the five leaders, and as soon as they returned they would meet with the Master of Darkness.
This was the perfect time to reveal his secret to his beloved, for she knew that when she was gone she would be late to return, nor could she say that she would be back in a month or two, for she had once been away from Romania for a year or more. That same afternoon, when he met her at work, they were walking through the woods, and Vlad said he needed to reveal a secret. At that moment, Yelena stopped and looked into his eyes, knowing that something was going on, since the way he expressed himself was not usual; he seemed tense and fearful at
the same time.– Calm down, what is going on? – With a loving gesture, she ran her hand over Vlad's face trying to comfort him.
– I see you know me more than I thought. I didn't dream of telling you like that, but if I don't tell it you now, I will never make it. – He took a breath and continued: – I will have to take a long trip and be slow to return.Through a gesture, Yelena expressed that she knew him perfectly, and that reason was derisory, because she noticed by her manner of speaking and looking that he was afraid to reveal something more important.
– Do not be afraid to tell me, we will face any kind of problem together.
Her sweet words had a soothing effect, and Vlad couldn't delay any longer, this was the moment. – All right, I'll tell.
– I know you are very strong, and your spirit is of a true warrior. Regardless of your reaction, I think you could overcome any challenge. Before I leave, I want you to know me deeply, and I will reveal to you my darkest secret. I trust my instinct and believe that you are the right
person, always support me and you are with me when I need it most; you're the only person who can calm my killer instinct. – When he finished saying that, her expression changed, she was restless, and for the first time, she looked vulnerable.– My story is older than you might think, dating back over a century ago. In fact, what many believe is a myth and true. For decades I've been looking for someone to keep me company for all my eternity; I am aware that it is not easy to accept a predatory monster as future husband, but when I am by your side, I feel more human.
– It cannot be; you must be delirious, or rather want to dismiss me and don't know what to invent –hinted Yelena.
Though she seemed strong, the uncertainty of the moment made her anguished. Impacted by the mysterious conversation, several doubts arose, including even thinking of the futile comments of the people around her, and of certain morbid ideas that they commented with her.
Vlad realized that talking would not solve, she would never believe. He was sure that, right now, she was thinking he was crazy or totally out of balance.
– Wait, don't be like that – begged he. I know that you do not believe what I am telling you, so I will demonstrate it. You will know my worst facet, do not be afraid, do not run away, I will never hurt you, I managed to master my instincts decades ago.
– Yelena's breath was panting; she was outraged by the story he was telling, but decided to take a vote of confidence for the feeling she had for him.
– All right, what you have to show me, show it now. I promise not to run away, but know if you're laughing at me, I never want to see you again.– Don't worry; I want you to watch me closely.– With her gaze fixed on him, slowly, she noticed changes in his face; first the color of his eyes, which turned black, then his teeth grew and his nails grew larger. She was perplexed, he wasn't lying. It was practically impossible to express what she was feeling at that moment. The only sensation she had was a great relief in her heart.– Vlad, seeing that she did not speak, turned back into his human form, realizing that she still did not express herself, decided to follow the conversation, at least finish telling her about it and maybe help her unwind a little. – My world is not the same as humans. I sold my soulfor glory, power and immortality.My job is to spread evil across the planet. I train young vampires, and so we are known. My mission now, for which I will be absent, is the meeting with my master. When I met you, I also said that I went hunting and I didn't lie to you, we hunted humans, because my source
of energy, or rather, my food is the blood of an animal. To be honest, I have never tasted anything other than humans.Suddenly Yelena sighed. Vlad thought about touching her, but he was afraid, that was when he heard a fragile voice respond after that declaration:
– I don't care what you are, you didn't lie to me, you were sincere, late, but you were Your feelings for me are true, I can tell from every word you say to me. When asked if I would accept a future predatory husband, were you kidding or is that what you really want?
Perplexed with the way she rationed, Vlad appeared to be disoriented, he took a moment to respond, and when he spoke again, he realized his wish through a question.
– Do you want to be my wife for all my eternity?
Ignoring the risk she might pass, Yelena accepted the request, herheart was racing, adrenaline racing. It was a total madness, but the mixture of various feelings clouded her thinking, letting herself be madly influenced by her emotions.
Their joy was so great that during the fervency of that moment a kiss transcended beyond all imaginary boundaries, both mortal and immortal. By leaving her at her house, Vlad confirmed that as soon as he returned from his mission, he would prepare for her to live in his
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