So, I don't know where I got this but it's definitely something I don't usually do. Make of it what you will but keep in mind it's M for a reason.
Jade was convinced that humans were stupid. They really were. Years and years had gone by with many stories told about ghosts and goblins, the bogeyman, witches, and all manner of creatures. Halloween itself had spent years with humans dressing as those very creatures and more. She wondered what they would think should they find out that only one creature among the many that were thought up actually existed. Her kind, vampires to be exact, were in fact real and thriving. They weren't hiding out in some rural location nor were they running around the streets. They almost lived like people. They had a lifespan and died of old age, not at all living forever. They weren't indestructible but they did heal quickly. And of course, they survived on blood. With a good brand of sunscreen, a sense of control, and having a place among society, they were practically invisible. Jade took pride in being able to integrate herself into human lifestyle.
She was the best there was and excelled at feeding without any of her prey catching on. Other vampires looked up to her, worshiped her, and wanted her for their own. Well of course. Why wouldn't they? She was next in line to rule them, a princess among her clan. Her father, their current king, was remarrying after his own queen was killed and he had conquered an opposing clan. Well, not really a clan to humans, but a business. Vampires might not be able to handle their fights with wars and battles anymore, so they waged it in the workplace. Most were in higher class businesses and the few that weren't were effectively the lower class below them, townsfolk during the old times. They got by just as well with the exception that they still had to work under their more successful brethren. It was the same set-up from years ago and nothing had come close to changing it. Not even the sprawling new world with its advancement in technology.
Despite that, some things were always the same. Always. That was what Jade thought as she sat in her father's office, begrudgingly listening as he prattled on. His latest conquest over another clan was due to killing off their clan leader and stealing his queen in retaliation for his own queen being murdered at their hands. The now deceased king had foolishly tried to overthrow her father and instead the same was done to him, with success where he failed. That was just the way of the West clan. No one could stand in their way or stop them from gaining power. Currently, they were the biggest clan in the US. And with that power came her father's duty to spend a few years at the headquarters of the newly acquired clan in order to establish his rule. Not to mention bend their queen to his will. That left Jade to take up his station, to find a mate of her own to share power with. No female could rule on her own, although Jade differed in that she believed it was possible.
"You must take into account the widening of our reach. I have to leave for the year and when I come back I want to see that you have a king at your side and a human servant at your feet, answering to your every whim and need," her father demanded.
"The servant I look forward to. It's the husband I don't. I told you I would rather rule on my own. Who gives a fuck if I do? You said it yourself. We're the strongest clan here. I can do whatever the hell I want and no one would question me," she replied stubbornly.
"Jade," he warned, standing tall at six foot three. His broad shoulders were squared and his stance reminded her of her own when her patience was wearing thin. In fact, it was exactly the same. He had been trying for some time now to get her to choose a mate, yet she refused. He couldn't understand why, just that she was adamant to be independent. He blamed her age. She was only one hundred and twenty years old. She was just barely leaving her teen years behind.
"You weren't born to rule alone. It's tradition to be mated. Two rulers are far better than one," he persisted.
"Whatever. You're leaving soon and I'll be looking after the clan. Don't worry about me. I'll do things my way, and when you return, everything will be just as you left it. Then you can leave me to this small spit of land more often while you deal with more pressing matters," she responded. He sighed and ran a hand through his slightly graying hair, streaks running along the side of his head by his ears.
"Fine. I'll allow you to do things your way. But only if you try to make a connection with Ryder again. He comes from a strong clan. Now that we're expanding it would be better if we had the support of his clan too," her father stated. Jade stiffened at his words.
"I already tried that. He's a pompous pretty boy and I really think he would rather screw anything that moves. He wouldn't be a very reliable king if he's constantly led astray by other woman, now would he?" she pointed out with a smirk.
"Then find someone, Jade. He's obviously enamored with you. Maybe you will change his ways if you let him in," he remarked. 'Enamored'. Sure. More like greedy. Jade rolled her eyes and stood from the leather chair she had been sitting in.
"He doesn't deserve me and I'd rather not let him in, let alone touch me in any way more than platonic," she spat, her voice poisonous. The West clan's king scowled at the alluded meaning to her words. He wasn't fond or amused by the innuendos his daughter liked to toss his way for that very reason.
"Why do you have to make mating sound so below you?" he inquired.
"Because I don't need anyone. Especially him. If I'm going to have a mate I want someone who I actually yearn for, someone who I'll never regret giving myself to," she replied evenly.
"The downside to having a daughter instead of a son," her father growled under his breath. Jade growled in return, offended.
"I'm sorry I don't fuck everything I can get my hands on, father. Believe me, sometimes I feel that way, but to me, an emotional attachment far outstrips a purely physical one. I'll see you whenever. Maybe not even until you leave," she retorted, voice terse.
"Be gone then. I have a lot to look forward to without your complaints," he hissed. Jade snarled, fangs bared, before barging out of his office. She made her way through the grand house and out the door, heading straight for her car. She would have loved to run, but keeping up the charade of a normal girl going to school was a must to stay hidden. After all, she still had to fit in with the humans and pretend to be one of them. It was important not to let them know about the world that weaved within theirs. Their survival counted on it. She drove through the night and didn't stop until she found a spot in the semi-full parking lot of her college. Night classes were so much easier on her. She wasn't blinded by the sunlight and she didn't have to be slathered in sunscreen all the time. The scent of it always assaulted her nose in the worst way. She got out of her car and strode towards her class at a fast pace. Only when the delicious smell of Victoria Vega swarmed her senses did she slow down. She was passing the half Latina who was leaning against the wall a few doors down from the classroom they shared. She was a punctual person, so with only a few minutes to spare, Jade wondered why was she outside on her phone. There could only be one reason.
"Class cancelled, Vega?" she questioned, stopping a little closer to her then necessary.
"Jade? Oh, hi. Yeah, class is cancelled today," Tori replied, seeming distracted.
"Is there a problem?" Jade questioned once more. The human looked up from her phone with a heavy sigh.
"Trina doesn't have a class today so she won't come get me," she whined. Ew, Trina Vega. The older and far more annoying of the Vega siblings. Jade hated her and was given that hate back in return. She wished they never met. She avoided her at all costs and understood the youngest Vega's pain at having a sister like her. It made her actually feel sorry for her.
"I get it. Want a ride?" Jade offered, tilting her head toward her car and shooting her a charming smile. She received a shy one in return. Although Jade found her annoying at first, she quickly realized that she acted in a way that Jade should have disliked, but coming from her, was extremely attractive for some reason. She often entertained the thought that she would make a very good servant as she aimed to please all the time.
"Oh, um, well, you don't have to. I mean, I know you could be busy and I don't want to sidetrack you or anything. I could find a bus since I took one here or-" she ranted, but Jade pressed a finger to her lips to silence her. She bit lightly at her lower lip, relishing the cute stutter and rambling that happened every time Tori got nervous.
"Relax, Victoria. It's not a problem. Besides, getting sidetracked by you is a pleasure," she purred, taking a step closer into the human's personal space. Her hand dropped to drift lightly over her beautiful neck.
"Jade, I thought I told you. It's Tori," the young woman gasped, her body trembling at Jade's mere presence and tone of voice.
"I'll call you whatever the hell I want. Now hurry up," Jade commanded, turning away. Tori jumped into motion to follow her. She was slightly wary of Jade, her brain telling her to be careful, but her heart telling her to go with the flow. It was so confusing when it came to her. She was definitely intimidating, abrasive, and harsh but she could also be generous and more than accommodating when she wanted to.
"Earth to Vega. Get in the car," Jade stated, bringing Tori out of her thoughts. She became aware of Jade holding the passenger door open for her so she got in. Jade shut the door and then walked around to the driver's side. She got in and started up the car. The engine purred to life almost silently. Now that Tori was in a small space with Jade she felt like she was everywhere. Her smell, something floral yet not, filled the air and clouded her mind. She was attracted to Jade, but she also felt a hesitance that she didn't understand when it came to her.
"You're lucky I know where you live because it doesn't look like you're capable of telling me at the moment," Jade teased. Tori's brows creased and then she looked at the pale beauty.
"You knowing where I live is lucky?" she inquired incredulously. Jade chuckled, the sound sending a shiver down Tori's spine.
"I guess not. After all, you wouldn't want me spiriting you away in the middle of the night," she joked, glancing at Tori with a wicked grin. Tori could feel her heart skip a beat before racing. Jade cocked her head at the enticing sound, loving the effect she had on the human. Silence fell between them that wasn't wholly uncomfortable. Jade pulled up outside the Vega sisters' residence in record time, her driving close to speeding over the limit. She got out with Tori and walked her to the door. After Trina blew off her little sister so many times it wasn't exactly new to them. In fact, it was the fifth time Jade drove Tori home. Not that any of them were counting. Jade hoped deep down that Tori never gathered the money to get her own car. She wasn't in any rush to sever an excuse to see her.
"So, um, y-you can come in…if you want, of course! Oh geez, I mean, if you don't…" Tori began nervously. Jade just smirked in amusement and stepped closer.
"Sure. I'd like that," she answered. Tori nodded and busied herself with opening the door. She was trying not to focus too much on Jade's cool breath on her neck. Finally she got the door open and entered. Jade walked in behind her. Tori set aside her bag and slipped out of her jacket to throw it over the back of the couch she then sat on to take her shoes off. Meanwhile, Jade took in the house with all her senses. She inhaled the distinct smell while running her fingers over the couch as she wandered towards Tori, listening out for anyone else in the house. She could hear someone upstairs and figured it was Trina from the horrible singing. She rolled her eyes and took a seat by Tori, a little closer than necessary.
"So Vega, why invite me in? Are you trying to make a move or something?" Jade taunted, smoldering gaze locked on Tori who fidgeted and shook her head, a blush blooming on her cheeks.
"No. I, uh, I just thought we could talk," she muttered, avoiding Jade's eyes.
"Oh? Just talk? Are you sure? Because I can think of a few other things we could do with our mouths instead," Jade husked, her voice rumbling from deep in her chest as she leaned in to kiss her jaw softly. Tori let out a ragged breath and closed her eyes.
"Jade…" she whispered. The excitement that raced through Jade at the sound of her name on the human's lips was like a shock to her system. She groaned, feeling her fangs lengthen in arousal. She nuzzled Tori's neck, her tongue swiping across warm pulsing flesh before her lips kissed a trail up to Tori's mouth. Tori moaned at the sensations running through her. She was utterly lost in Jade. Their lips were inches from meeting when the sound of someone approaching made Tori pull away, startled.
"Tori! What is she doing here? Did you invite her in?" Trina screeched, eyes wide and brows pulled down over her nose. She bustled over to clamp a hand on Tori's shoulder and push her so that there was more space between them. Jade growled quietly and took the time to coax her fangs away.
"I see I've overstayed my welcome," she said evenly.
"Yeah, you did. I'll show you out," Trina spat, grabbing Jade by the sleeve of her leather jacket and all but dragging her to the door. Jade yanked away from her but followed her outside where Trina closed the door behind them.
"Don't do this," Trina whispered harshly under her breath, a bit of anxiety underneath her attempt at threatening the vampire. Jade could detect the fear under it all.
"Do what? Take what's rightfully mine?" Jade replied with a smirk.
"You don't own her," Trina denied.
"Not yet, but I will. Your family owes us and I've stated the payment," Jade responded.
"You can't do this! I'll-" Trina scrambled to say.
"You'll what? You're powerless," Jade growled, advancing on Trina to shove her back. She stumbled but gained balance with her hand pressed to the door behind her.
"You can have me," she offered, head bowed and body submissive. Jade couldn't deny the thrill that gave her. She smirked smugly and pushed Trina against the door, her cold hand at her stomach sending unpleasant chills down the human's spine. Jade's fangs returned and she hissed, making Trina flinch.
"As much as I'd love to take you up on that offer, I'm afraid I'll have to turn it down. I want Victoria and I won't hesitate to go through you to get her," Jade snarled, teeth bared and her hand suddenly shooting up to grip Trina by the neck. The frightened human stared into the glowing icy blue eyes of the vampire threatening her.
"Am I clear?" Jade continued. Trina nodded slowly, defeated. Jade released her, eyes and teeth settling into normality.
"Good, then we've come to an understanding. Maybe you should start picking up your dear baby sister from now on? You'll get some time to be with her before she's gone," Jade sneered, laughing at Trina's downtrodden appearance.
"See you around, Vega," Jade said in farewell while walking away. She raised a solitary hand in a vague wave then got in her car and drove away with a triumphant grin on her face. A week passed and Jade's father was getting ready to leave. Trina made it a point to spend all the time she had with her little sister. Tori was at a loss why Trina was suddenly acting so different but she wasn't complaining. She loved her sister and always wanted to have more time with her. That didn't mean that she wasn't suspicious though. She hadn't really seen Jade since that night she was driven home but the few times their eyes met in class Jade was ready with a pleased smirk that made Tori's knees weak. It was a good thing she was sitting during those times. Everything seemed relatively normal, but she didn't feel that it was. For Jade it was all a big tease. She just couldn't wait to make Tori hers. Which was why the day her father finally left she was waiting on pins and needles, sitting in her father's office, in his chair, boots kicked up on his immaculate mahogany desk, waiting impatiently.
"She's here," Beck, the family servant, spoke while opening the door.
"Send her in then," she replied, a smirk of anticipation curling her lips. He nodded and opened the door wider, gesturing for someone to enter. Tori came in, confusion written all over her face. The semester was over yesterday so she didn't think she would ever see Jade again, but there she was.
"Jade? Why am I here?" Tori asked, looking back at the door closing ominously. Jade dropped her feet, standing to walk around and sit on the edge of the desk instead.
"I felt that we should discuss the arrangements," she replied.
"Arrangements?" the confused human repeated.
"Mhm, you see, I own you now," Jade clarified.
"What?" Tori exclaimed, hands tightening into fists at her side.
"You remember that miracle job at the police station your daddy suddenly got when he lost his last position? Or maybe the generous offer for mommy dearest to go to school to become a lawyer?" Jade questioned. Tori only nodded, a sliver of dread making its way into her heart.
"And I'm sure you remember both of their passing?" the vampire went on, voice casual despite the subject at hand. Tori swallowed thickly and blinked away the tears in her eyes but she nodded again.
"Well, that was all for this grand purpose," Jade continued.
"G-grand purpose? What are you talking about?" Tori wondered, feeling lost.
"Your parents were struggling. They needed help. They were desperate to raise their daughters in a good home. They asked us for a few favors. We gave it but they tried to cheat us so we repaid them with our own brand of payment," Jade explained, leaning forward with both hands braced between her legs on the desk.
"You…you killed them?" Tori simplified.
"Oh, no, not me. My father was the one that made the accident possible. But now that they're out of the way they can't refuse the deal. That deal being that I get to choose who I want as my personal servant when it came time for me to take over for my father," Jade elucidated, hopping off the desk to stalk closer to Tori, a deceptive glint in her eyes. Tori backed away, at a loss for words. She bit back a sob and ran for the door but it was locked. Jade darted forward and grabbed her, shoving her to land haphazardly on the leather couch. Tori jumped to her feet but Jade was already blocking her from making a run for it again. She pushed her back on the couch and joined her, pinning Tori under her.
"I chose you, Victoria. Now that I have you, I won't let you slip through my fingers. You're mine," Jade growled possessively, her fangs lengthening. Tori caught sight of them and tried to fight free but Jade caught her by the wrists and held them above her head with one hand, stretching out her lithe body. She hummed pleasantly at the sight of the vulnerable human under her. Her thigh pressed in between Tori's legs as her body lowered. She yearned to feel her body flush against the intoxicating heat. Her lips brushed Tori's and the human whimpered, turning her head away. She struggled but she could barely move. Jade chuckled and shook her head.
"No more fighting. You know you want me. I've felt it. Just give in," she whispered, her hips pressing into Tori once, earning a muffled groan. She tried not to make a sound but it was too hard to resist.
"What's wrong with me?" Tori gasped, disgusted with herself for reacting.
"Nothing. It's normal for you to want me," Jade mumbled, her cold lips touching down on Tori's neck. Her hips rocked again and this time Tori's rose to meet her, whimpering. Jade growled her triumph and captured Tori's mouth with hers. The kiss was bruising and Jade's tongue slid into her mouth without warning, prying open her lips to tangle with her own. Her hands yanked at Jade's hold on them so she let her go. The human's hands quickly got lost in raven locks. Jade inhaled sharply when one of Tori's hands traveled over her back to dig her nails in. She pulled back from the kiss to groan deeply. She was rubbing against Tori constantly now, the heat seeming to pierce her skin and invade her cold body. Tori yanked on her hair and then surged forward to kiss her hard. Jade's hand firmly grasped Tori's jaw while the other palmed her sensitive breast through her shirt. Tori grunted and bucked, prompting Jade to grind into her again.
"Fuck, Victoria," she snarled, fangs sinking into the crook of her neck. Her jaws clamped down, sharp teeth drawing blood. Tori cried out and her grip tightened, the confusing mix of pain with building pleasure sending her body into shock. Jade's hand left her chest to slip behind her back, nails scratching heated skin. Her hips kept up a seductive rhythm that Tori was helpless against. Soon her body was shuddering as her climax hit her. The scent of Tori's arousal and the blood on her tongue eased Jade through her own release. She pulled away to moan her pleasure in Tori's ear.
While Tori tried to catch her breath Jade leisurely lapped at her torn flesh, reveling in the spilled blood. She eventually healed the puncture wounds, leaving them as scars, and the only sign of blood was a tinge of red at the collar of Tori's shirt. Jade licked up her neck and dipped her tongue tauntingly into Tori's mouth before slipping it back out. Tori quickly caught her before she could fully pull away, her hands on either side of her face, holding her in a passionate kiss. When she was sure Jade would stay, her right hand left to drag down Jade's body, sliding over her hip to grip at her backside. She raised her hips and pulled Jade down so that their lower halves met once more. Jade's back arched and she chuckled into Tori's mouth.
"You're just full of energy, aren't you? Good. I have many needs. You'll do well to satiate them," Jade mumbled, kissing Tori once more, however, she wasn't invested in it as much as she was the others. Now that she was coming down from the high she turned her head away from Jade and concentrated on holding back the revulsion she felt for giving in. A single tear escaped her closed eyes but Jade wiped it away.
"You'll get used to it," she told her, caressing Tori's cheek before getting up. Tori waited for the weight of her body to be gone and then sat up, running a hand through her tousled hair. Jade did the same, combing out the tangles Tori's fingers made. She licked at her lips before glancing at Tori.
"Beck will show you to your new room. Take a shower and be ready for dinner dressed in the uniform set out on your bed," she instructed, all business now. Tori's scowl strengthened and then she stood abruptly.
"No. I can't do this," she yelled at Jade's retreating back. She took a few steps towards her only for Jade to slam her back against the wall, movement lightning quick.
"You didn't seem to have a problem with it a few minutes ago. As I said, you'll get used to it. It helps that you're naturally attracted to me. You're not going anywhere so I suggest you just enjoy it," Jade replied, her body already molded to Tori's against the wall. Her hand teasingly slipped between Tori's legs, her index finger tracing the seam of her pants slowly. Tori's breath hitched and her eyes darkened.
"See? Just like that," the vampire whispered, stroking her face with her other hand. She then moved it up and around to her back, sliding under her shirt to draw patterns on her bare skin. Tori closed her eyes against the gorgeous face and enchanting blue-green eyes, as if not seeing her would be enough to refuse. Unfortunately she accomplished reluctant at best. Jade's deep chuckle sent Tori shuddering in pleasure again and she swore internally.
"You'll be fun to play with. I can tell," Jade stated with certainty. Her fingers dragged lazily across Tori's skin as they parted, leaving behind goose bumps.
"Go get dressed and meet me in the dining room," she ordered. Tori grit her teeth but nodded. She forced her wobbly legs to carry her to the door and stepped out to see Beck waiting for her. The family servant regarded her with a cross between apology and sympathy before leading her down the hall.
All Around Me - Flyleaf