Henry's POV
I still wondered how I hadn't broken my phone. I had barely restrained myself, and didn't throw it against the wall. My inner wolf wanted to break free, wanted death, and I barely kept on leash. And angry werewolf was a very powerful and scary thing. My father taught me how to control my anger and not let it take control of me, because people would die. I felt the rage rushing through my veins, literally burning me up inside. I wanted to change into my wolf form and kill Ryan Blake, but I couldn't do that without hurting Jessie too. And she was the most important thing to me.
When that vampire told me my mate was abducted and he was responsible, I wanted to rip his heart out from his chest. But unleashing my rage would mean pain for my lovely mate, and I would rather die myself than cause her pain. Blake got lucky he was bonded too to Jessica; otherwise he wouldn't be able to end the talk. All the time I had spent worrying for her, calling her, and to learn she was abducted! And by someone from Blake's past! I knew that vampire was bad for her! I knew she should be with me!
I rushed out from my apartment, still consumed with anger. I wanted to see Blake in person, look into his eyes, and ask how he could endanger his mate like this. I knew there was something about him!
I changed into a wolf, and ran to his place, it was faster this way. My human thoughts began to mix with the wolf's, and he wanted blood. The beast wanted blood from the one, responsible for endangering his mate. Jessica was my soul, and I, the beast, wanted revenge. I fought so hard to quench my killing impulses, reminding the wolf inside of me that Ryan Blake was also connected to Jessica, and he has to be fine. But it was so difficult not to slip into a murdering spree when I changed into my human form, and rang the vampire's doorbell. I would rather rip the door from its hinges, but I reminded myself to be calm.
'' Come in.''- Blake opened the door and let me in. Soon after he closed and locked the door behind me, I tried to punch him. The vampire managed to avoid my fist in the last moment, and my fist punched a hole in the wall. –'' I know I deserve that, but I doubt it will help us.''- The vampire avoided my next blow, but I kept on trying.
'' Us?! There is no us, Blake!''- My fist was bloody, but it would heal soon. I was panting hard. How could that vampire stand in front of me while my mate was abducted?-'' Tell me where Jessica is.''- I got him by surprise and my blow landed on his jaw. Ryan's eyes flashed in red, and he blocked my next punch.
'' You need me to find her.''- He twisted my arm, but I broke free and knocked him on the ground. –'' I want to save Jessica. We don't have to fight on this.''- He got up using his vampire speed, but he didn't attack me. I balled my fists, willing my inner beast to stay calm, but it was so hard.
'' You are the reason she is in this mess, Blake!''- I yelled and I saw regret and shame in his eyes.
'' I never knew this would happen!''- The vampire ran desperately a hand through his dark hair.-'' I thought I left my past behind me.''- His voice broke and he sat down on the floor. –'' I know you hate me, Williams, but believe me, I would never hurt Jessica!''- I saw tears in his green eyes. I sighed and sat down too.-'' I regret what I had done, but I never even dreamed that he would look for me. And use my mate to get what he wants.''- Ryan eyed me.-''I want her back as much as you do. Are you ready to leave our differences aside, even just for now, so we can save our girl?''- The dark-haired vampire offered me his hand.
'' Yes.''- I reached and we shook hands.-'' We can go back to hating each other later.''
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Jessica's POV
I groaned and opened my eyes. I felt so dizzy, and I had to blink a couple of times to see clear. Moving my eyes hurt and I tried to sit down. The surrounding certainly didn't seem familiar. I was on some bed, and as I tried to get up, I hissed from the pain. My left hand was shackled to the bedpost and seeing the chain made my everything freeze. What had happened to me? Where exactly was I? I pulled the chain, but it looked very strong. I sobbed and I rested my head on the pillow. Ok, breathe and try to remember. I was in the bathroom, when someone came behind me. A vampire, who seemed to know me. Ryan's girl, he had called me. My vampire mate knew this man somehow, but form where? And what boss? Everything was a big mess in my head.
'' The princess is awake.''- I jumped when the door opened and two men entered. The one that had abducted me and another one. I had yanked the chain, and I had to clench my teeth, because it hurt. –'' I am sorry about the shackle but it's necessary, Jessica.''- The other one spoke. He was tall, muscular and I immediately felt like a sudden cold wind had gone through me. There was something in his brown eyes that scared me. The stranger had a long, tied on a ponytail hair, and was dressed in all black.
'' You know my name, but I don't yours.''- I said, and was surprised how brave I had been. That guy was a vampire too, but if he wanted me dead, I would be.
'' I am Dominic, my dear.''- The vampire bowed, and he smiled at me, probably hoping that would make me feel more relax. But his smile only reminded me of a shark's one. The look in his eyes was like a predator.-'' And this is Steve.''- He pointed at my abductor.
'' I know what you are.''- My voice trembled, but I did my best to sound more confident that I had felt. I felt some small presence of my mates in my mind, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't contact them.
'' And I know what you are.''- Dominic smiled and he walked to me.-'' And this will mean he will want you back.''- He caressed my cheek, but I turned my head, and he chuckled. I shot a scared look at the other vampire, wondering if they would drink from me.-'' I know what a mate is to a vampire, my dear, and you won't be harm. For now.''- The dark-haired vampire added with a smirk and I tried to get up and hit him.-'' Don't be a fool, Jessica.''- Dominic grabbed me by the throat, but he didn't squeezed. And yet his grip served as a warning.-'' The fact you are Ryan's mate is the only thing stopping me from tasting your blood, or letting my boys have fun with you.''- He let me go, and I pressed my back against the bedpost.
'' What do you want?''- My voice broke. Dominic smiled and lifted my chin with his finger.
'' I want Ryan back in my gang.''
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Ryan's POV
Luckily Williams followed me into the club without trying to hit me. Not that I didn't deserve his rage. I deserved it, and so much more.
'' You can't come in here.''- We had taken the stairs down to the basement, in which I knew Dominic held most of his meetings. One of his most preferable offices in this town. But we were stopped by one of his bodyguards, a vampire, which I hadn't seen before.
'' My name is Ryan Blake, and Dominic expects me.''- I balled my fists as I waited the bodyguard to call his boss. The vampire eyed Williams behind me after he ended the call.
'' You may come, but the wolf stays here.''- Henry growled behind me, and I managed to stop him from attacking the poor vampire.
'' There is no way I will remain here!''- His eyes were yellow, and I feared he would change.-'' Call your boss and tell him that Jessica is my mate too!''- The bodyguard called again, and after he handed the phone to me, I assured Dominic it was the truth.
Being here after so many years was strange. I wasn't the same person , and I was ashamed. But I had been young and foolish.
'' So nice to see you, Ryan!''- Dominic rose up from his chair and walked to us. The human girls at his feet eyed us, and I winced seeing the blood marks. Some vampires were doing drugs, others paying cards.-'' You have grown!''- My once mentor tried to hug me, but I backed away.
'' Where is she?''- I said through clenched teeth. If even a hair had fallen off her head, I would kill everyone around me.
'' What, no asking how I am?''- Dominic smiled.-'' I am hurt, Ryan, my boy.''- I regret ever meeting Dominic and his band of criminals. But I had been younger and I wanted adventures. It all started when I was in high school, and I wanted to be bad, to do something wrong. I had been to this club then, it had been the most popular in the town. One of my friends was doing drugs, and he knew Dominic, a powerful vampire, who had chosen this business to make money. My friend introduced me to Dominic, and the older vampire took me under his wing, promising me power and wealth. And for some time it had been great. I had become his protégé, he seemed to like me. Dominic didn't have kids, and he accepted me as his son. I had participated in most of his deals; I had blackmailed people, beaten some. I had robbed for Dominic. I had money, I felt powerful.
'' I am not your boy.''- I hissed. Yes, it had been good to feel on top of the world. But my parents found out and I began to argue with them about that. And one day I nearly died, when one deal went wrong. So I decided to end this before it got too late. I told Dominic I was out, and I left the town with my parents. I began to study Law, and managed to fix my life. I got out of this world of crime.
'' You are different now.''- Dominic smiled.-'' Do you know you put in jail one of my most loyal men? That made me so angry.''
'' If you want someone to hurt, let it be me. Release Jessica.''- Williams put a hand on my shoulder to prevent me from attacking my once mentor. Dominic looked at Henry.
'' Well, well, the little girl is more special than I had hoped. So you both will want her back.''- He chuckled.
'' I am one step from tearing your throat.''- Henry's eyes were yellow, and I could see his claws enlarging.
'' Then you won't see sweet Jessica again. Follow my rules, do what I ask, and she will be in your arms again.''