(Warning: Minor Mature Content)

Hinata's P.O.V

With a quick flash, I vanished inside of the gates of the vampire kingdom in no time. I was fast, super fast. The blood I had consumed from the mysterious but highly gracious werewolf just a while back has given me fantastic strength and agility. Abilities I have never been able to acquire before. I was certainly happy, my mind only filled with the memories of my involvement with the said mysterious werewolf male. Mmm, and what a sensual encounter that was. I never experienced anything like it ever in all of my one hundred years of living.

I hummed in delight to myself, all the while zooming through the inside of the kingdom to make it straight to my room to at least try to make it seem as if I was there all along. I don't want anyone to find out that I stayed out in the forest past curfew. I especially do not want my mother to know. She'll totally freak out. She'll want to know why I was late arriving back to the palace. She'll want to know why I deserted my friends and I cannot possibly tell her. I cannot tell her that I was doing erroneous things with the enemy. If my mother found out the awful deed I have done, she'll...

I stopped my thoughts dead in their tracks and instead focused more on my surroundings. So in lightning speed, I barged into my room in a hurry, throwing the door open so I could rush in. But when I entered and looked onward, deeper into the large room, I was met with an unpleasant sight. Instead of entering into a darkened room, I was welcomed to a room with light and... guests. My lavender eyes widened when I spotted a group of skilled vampires standing in my room, crowded together. The men's huge bodies were positioned just before the door which blocked me from taking another step forward. My mouth hung opened to see some of the strongest vampires standing within my room at this hour. And of course...

My mother stood in front of all of them, her arms crossed over her chest. A face of disappointment and dissatisfaction was directed at me from my parent which made my entire body stiffen, my blood running cold. Oh, kami. My mother glared daggers at me, her beautiful lavender eyes now holding a coldness in them. My mother was angry, and I knew exactly why. She knows.

Pressing her lips tightly together, she finally expressed her anger, "Hinata... We need to talk, now." Instantly, as she said those words I knew, I was in major trouble...

-Later-

Minutes passed and I now sat in my room, on my bed with my angry mother by my side. My friends, Ino and Sakura, were present along with me, the skilled vampires from before now guarding my bedroom door which was closed shut from all prying eyes. Nervously, I sat on the edge of my bed, my mind infested by regretful thoughts. My mother was angry. My friends were worried. They know the terrible deed that I've done. I've stayed out past curfew.

When a vampire breaks the rule of staying out past curfew, Lady Hitomi bestows a consequence. Obedient as I always were, I never knew the consequence my mother gives to the vampires that break her rule but... I now will know the dreadful consequence she gives, just like all the rest of the disobedient vampires that pushed her hand. They know and now I will too.

Every vampire is supposed to be back inside the palace by 4:30. A.M, because of the werewolves who usually creep out to hunt for the animals who have slowly awaken from their slumber during that time. The curfew protects us from the werewolves and of course, the sun. The sun is a vampire's worst enemy. Our skin, our body is too weak against its harmful rays. So if a vampire ever enters outside where the sun rules the day, the blood-sucking being would surely go up in flames and turn into dust. The curfew is meant to keep all of us safe but I broke the rule. I came back to the palace at sunrise.

I bit my lip to contain the emotions I was feeling. I was scared. I've never been in this situation before. What will my mother do? What's the consequence? I sat on my bed before the three people I love the most. But all three of them stared down at me with a look of worry and of course, disbelief.

My mother stared down at me with hardened eyes from where she stood by my bed, nothing but anger spotted on her gorgeous face. Her features were tight, her lips pressed together. She was pissed. An emotion I hardly ever see her show. Especially directed at me.

My mother scoffed, shaking her head, "Hinata, please explain to me why you were out and about after curfew? Do you know how worried I was? What if a werewolf harmed you? Or better yet, what if the sun had gotten to you? What were you thinking, Hinata?" She screeched out, wet tears forming in her eyes, "Anything could have happened out there. What if you could have been hurt? O-Or worst. What if you.." She trailed off following with a harsh sniff, my eyes widening up at the sight of her, truly disliking the fact I was putting her through so much pain. Oh, Mother. She sobbed, pulling her hands up to wrap them around herself so she was now hugging her womanly physique, "d-died..." As soon as she finished her statement, my friends both let out a shocking gasp, revealing they were completely horrified by such a thing. Even I was.

I let out a whimper at the many questions and dejected looks I received. I didn't know what to do or say. I couldn't tell the ones I love the truth. I cannot tell them I ran into a werewolf, let alone that the same one preceded on giving me special treatment. Teasing the area between my legs. I blushed by the memory but the concerned looks of my friends and mother instantly wiped the faint red hue that sprouted along my cheeks away. I lowered my head, twiddling with my fingers, "I-I'm sorry, okay? It wasn't my fault, I just, g-g-got lost. I thought a werewolf was on my trial, I had to get away." I whimpered out. Frankly, my words weren't an entire lie. At the beginning of my hunt, I indeed spotted the very same werewolf that I encountered preying upon me the entire time. He did this. He's the cause of this.

I looked up at my mother after responding to her questions from earlier, my eyes now teary. The situation was one that only gave me discomfort. I didn't want to lie to my dear mother and friends. But I have to. They would hate me if they knew the truth. And so by my words, the three vampires that stood before me gasped in horror. They all couldn't believe their ears.

"Werewolf? There really was one?"

"You ran away? Oh no?"

Both of my friends commented quietly in disbelief to my earlier response to my mother's desperate questions, ones that I tried so hard to answer; without actually speaking the truth. But at the sound at the low chatter between the two vampires, it granted my mother's attention.

She turned to them, raising one dark eyebrow, "Oh? So you two knew about this?" She retorted angrily, clearly pissed still. Her lips were set into a scowl as both of her darkened eyes landed on my two friends beside her who stood in the same clothes as the ones they went out to hunt in. The two girls sighed, sparing me a glance.

But Sakura, was the braver one in the situation so she went to speak first, "Uh well, no, my queen. Hinata was with us the entire time we fed. But as we did, Ino and I noticed that she was acting strange-"

"Paranoid rather." Ino butted in.

Sakura nodded, agreeing, "Yes, very paranoid. She was really worried about a werewolf being around. But I never smelt or heard one near, so I thought she was only suffering from starvation and her mind was playing tricks on her. But her behavior remained the same even after she fed."

"Actually even worse. Like, so much worse." Ino butted in once more. Sakura nodded again, both of their attention rooted on my mother who was listening intently all the while. Her arms were wrapped around her curvy body, her short dress fitting it perfectly causing her to look elegant as usual. But I didn't notice a thing. I remain quiet as my friends told their side of the story, right before I left them.

"We were getting so worried by Hinata's behavior, we ended up leaving the area we were in. She was with us all the while throughout the forest, Ino made sure of it." Sakura pointed over to the blonde vampire to her left with one finger, "But as soon as we stepped in the palace, she was gone. Once we noticed her absence, I notified the guards right away and they went to search for her, right then and there. But in the end, they couldn't find her." She explained with a distressed undertone, her voice quite croaky. After Sakura explained the entire situation from her standpoint, I was left extremely guilty. I pouted in response, turning my gaze completely away from them. Oh no, I made everyone scared. I made my friends, my mom, scared. But it wasn't my fault.

The one that needs to be blamed for this is that werewolf. He, pulled me away from my friends. He stopped me from going home. And that isn't even the worse part of it. He made me do intimate things, to him, ones that shouldn't have happened. Things I must not let pass my lips. And in return, the blonde wolf did naughty things to me too. He made me feel sensations I have never felt before. Awakened urges inside of me that have always been silent. Just, who is he? I was so lost in my thoughts regarding the mysterious werewolf from before, I didn't take note of my surroundings and, the people that stood in them.

My mother let out a hum after everything was said and done, her body whipping back around to face me instead of my friends. A stern look formed on her face at the sight of me, "Well then. I see you've had an adventurous night, darling. But what you did was dangerous and reckless. You should never stray away from your comrades. You should never, stay out after curfew. If that happens again, Hinata, I don't care what the case, I'll see to it that you'll remain put in this castle. Your privilege to go out into the forest to hunt will be taken away. You'll be under supervision for a very long time. 10 years, the most." She snapped harshly, putting her foot down on the matter. But I found her punishment quite outrageous. My lavender eyes widened in shock. T-Ten years, stuck inside the palace? Locked away? Mother cannot be serious. There is no way I will possibly survive surrounded by these walls for 10 years straight. I will literally die.

So, to show obedience, I reverted right back to the virtuous, innocent vampire I was before all of this and I nodded quickly to my mother's ridiculous retribution, revealing I understood completely, "Yes, mother. I won't do this again." My reply was solemn, deeply serious. I didn't want such a punishment forced upon me. I don't want to suffer such conditions. So I obeyed and I will do so from now on. No matter who gets in my way. No matter who provokes me.

My mother nodded back, satisfied. And from there, she allowed herself to calm down, a gust of air shooting from her mouth as she breathed in and out. By doing such an action, her lavender eyes began to lighten up, no longer taking on a monstrous color as they once did. She was angry before but now, she was not so much. That alone put me at ease. But her words from before haunted my mind which kept me silent.

Mother let out a quiet scoff underneath her breath before she gave her porcelain fingers a snap. Following her action, the highly trained vampires that were once guarding my bedroom door instead entered inside, stepping into the room like two bodybuilders. Large and strong, two men moved to take their positions right behind my mother who held a thin smile on her face. A suspicious smile. My eyes narrowed a bit from where I sat, the lavender orbs of mine gazing up at the two newcomers. What's mother planning?

"Don, Zan. You, are now hereby granted the job to guard my daughter as she hunts. She will no longer hunt beside her friends. To better aid and protect her, I want you two to be there by her side, starting tonight. Understand?" She ordered with hardened eyes, her head turned ever so slightly to spare the two strong men behind her a look to better project her command. Obediently, they complied. Both nodded in sync, like two robots. Both men were calm and quite laid back. They looked to have no problem with the new assignment that their queen gave them but... I hated it. Not only am I going to hunt with two vampires breathing down my neck, but I also won't be able to hang out with my friends. I could always hang with them during the day in the kingdom. But that isn't the same. Usually, we would have so much fun hunting, chatting, being silly. I loved that. But now, it's gone. All because of that risque werewolf. I remained quiet from where I sat, both of my hands rooted on either side of me; set down on the bed, lying flat.

The two men from before bowed, accepting their new job, "Yes, my queen." Don, a tan male with curly brown hair replied dutifully. His body was large, wide, and broad but I happened to like the werewolf that I encountered from before body type. It was so hot. So masculine. So ripped- I shook my head wildly to myself. Gahh, why am I thinking that?

I shook it off and only gave the people that stood before me my attention. Zan, a paler male nodded, also accepting his new role. But said nothing to my mother, only sparing me a look. He gave me a pleasant smile, to lighten up my spirits. But, he unfortunately failed. He bowed down quickly, showing his respects, "Princess, it will be an honor to walk beside you as you hunt each night of every day. We both, Don and I, will ensure your safety. You do not have to worry about a thing, your highness."

Zan's deep but charming voice echoed throughout the entire room as he expressed his joy, his excitement. He certainly revealed that he was dedicated to keeping me safe but because I didn't approve of my mother's decision, I only gave him a shrug and nothing more. Mother sent a glare down at me at that; My friends stand silently behind her, dejectedly taking in the awful situation.

"Hinata, what do you suppose to say to your new bodyguards? To me?" She barked out, forcing me to accept the choice she's made for me. And because I knew I definitely wasn't going to win this battle, I reluctantly complied. Sadly, you cannot win every battle. Picking them beforehand is much safer.I let out a disconsolate sigh, "F-Fine. I accept your decision and I deeply appreciate it." I announced dully. The tone of my voice lack any positive emotion and I only agreed in a mopey way, revealing that I didn't like the change of things at all. But my mother ignored it all, only accepting that I, accepted it.

She nodded, "Good. Now that's over, get some rest. Breakfast will be served in a little and when you hunt tonight, just remember." My mother paused as she began to make her way towards the door, following her two stoic puppy dogs. She passed my friends who silently stood to the side, her lavender eyes peering over her shoulder at me. I furrowed my brows.

I watched as my mother, Lady Hitomi, pressed her lips firmly together, "You won't be alone." And with those words, she and my new bodyguards vanished away, leaving nothing behind, granting the room peace and quiet. Along with my mind.

I finally could breathe and think as I sat in a room that only held my friends inside who quickly rushed up, to come to my aid. But I was lost in my thoughts, I hadn't even noticed their change in position. Never before have I ever gotten in trouble as I had. It's so scary. Now I will have guards watching my every move as I hunt each night. I groaned, sulking in my spot. Oh, what a doozy that's going to be.

I let out a sigh.

"Hinata?"

"Princess? Are you okay?"

I looked up slowly to only find both of my friends standing before me now with worried looks on their faces. Ino pouted, "Oh Hinata. What happened back there? When we didn't see you behind us, we grew so, so scared. I remembered you stating that someone was there, a werewolf, so I thought one managed to get to you a-a-and..." She pushed her hands on her face, covering it. "Oh gosh." She breathed out shakily, her chest heaving. Sakura whimpered and only moved down to sit beside me on my bed, moving to sweep me up into a hug. Her arms held me so tightly, so protectively, I felt safe. I felt better.

I breathed deeply, whimpering softly, "I know. I-I'm sorry. I'm sorry." Only apologies were the only thing I could say as my two friends sought to comfort me and of course, their selves. The whole entire situation scared everyone, even me. And right then and there, I once again thought back to the blonde werewolf from before, who started all of this. Who really is he and why, did he do this?

Naruto's P.O.V

After a long time sprinting through leaves and trees, I finally made it back to the werewolf palace, the palace that holds every creature that grows stronger on a night of a full moon. The werewolf palace is my home. From head to toe, the mighty building was covered in gold which shone across the entire forest. The palace entered the clouds above, its domain rooted on the far left side of the forest. The dark kingdom on the right side belonged to the vampires. I let out a smirk but vanished in quick speeds into the palace before me. And with my impressive speed and agility, I made it inside my room in no time.

But unfortunately, I was not granted peace and quiet as I wanted. As soon as I stepped foot into my own personal space, my blue eyes spotted two guards waiting on the far side of my room in silence, lined up against the wall like pillars. But at the sight of me, they broke their robotic stance to acknowledge my return, "Welcome back, my prince. I take it, your hunt was wonderful, yes?" One of them asked politely. But his question made me chuckle, my eyes shifting away from the two men behind me.

I gave my lips a swift lick with my tongue, a low moan slipping out of my lips upon thinking back to my glorious hunt, "Oh yes. My hunt was quite, fulfilling." I stated slyly, my body swaying slightly in my spot. At that particular question, I was brought right back to what just transpired a few moments ago. I remembered, the beautiful, breath-taking women I romanced with. Oh, and she was absolutely divine. Damn, just thinking about her makes me excited. Very excited... Instantly, upon feeling such intense excitement, my facial features began to turn feral. From where my body was turned, the two guards could clearly see my nails growing longer and sharper. My eyes turned bloodshot red, the circular pupil in both morphing into one black slit. I was growing deadly just from the excitement, the lust I felt for one girl. One vampire girl.

But I couldn't stay in such a beasty state for long because the two werewolves in front of me cleared their throats rather loudly which successfully brought me back. Quickly, I reverted back to my sane self again. My eyes changed back to their normal blue color. The slit pupil that resided in both of my eyes grew larger, wider until it regained its circular shape again. And as I reverted, I blew in and out, quickly reigning myself back in. Damn, that was a close one.

I let out a heavy sigh before turning my attention to the two armored wolves in the room, my body still a bit tensed, "Ahh, thanks for the check-up; Sika, Ki. But I'm fine." I announced discreetly. Secretly, I was conveying that I wanted time alone but the two nimrods in front of me didn't receive the memo for they just kinda, stood there. I resisted the urge to shoot a glare at them. I need to behave. If I step out of line, if I caused a disturbance, my parents will raise all hell. They'll both skin me alive. So, I kept my composure and only put on a rather serene look on my tan, whiskered face, my body standing tall in nothing but heavy armor.

Intently, I watched as Sika, the long-haired werewolf male rooted on my left, furrowed his eyebrows. His black hair was pulled back into a low ponytail, only a few loose strands framing his tan face, "Prince Naruto. We're sorry to overstay our welcome, but we have been notified to tell you from King Minato and Queen Kushina that at noon, they will be hosting a meeting over brunch. They yearn for your presence." Sika acknowledged informatively which definitely pulled at my interest strings. Oh? Now, what do they want?

I raised an eyebrow, my head tilting a bit. But even still, my blonde hair shifted a little due to my movement, "Hm, interesting. Do you gentlemen perhaps know why?" I asked curiously while simultaneously making my way to my closet in order to change into something more, comfortable. My eyes were elsewhere now but the two werewolves from afar kept their own eyes on me, their constant gaze never straying.

Ki, a dirty blonde-haired male with green eyes rooted on my right, shrugged to my earlier response, "Afraid not, my prince. But I'm pretty sure, it's not anything execrable. You needn't worry." He informed in a way to reassure me but I only found his reply amusing. Not bad, huh? That's highly doubtful. But I said nothing about it. I only rolled my eyes, "I'm sure that's what my parents wanted you two to think." I retorted, but turned to give both of them a nod, my hands gripping the double doors to my walk-in closet, "Inform my parents that I'll be there, will ya? And for now, I am all peachy. Thank you for your services." I added, dismissing them before I officially entered my closet. But with my keen ears, I managed to make out the two men's last responses before they left.

"Yes sir."

"Yes, my prince."

And just like that, they were gone, leaving me in peace, just as I wanted. I let out a deep breath of satisfaction, just taking in this fantastic moment fully. Mmm, yes. Now I can finally think. Silence took over the entire area as I stood in a gigantic room that had nothing but clothes hung up. The finest clothes yet. Elegant attire that was handwoven; that was made to be worn specifically for me as the werewolf prince was hung up by black hangers. Nothing but clothes and shoes took up the entire closet, all positioned in a neat fashion. But I made no move to change from my hunting gear just yet. My mind was instead elsewhere. I gave my lip a nip with my sharp teeth, groaning underneath my breath, "Mmm, princess."

Lustfully, I moaned for the woman I encountered just a moment ago. Ever since the midnight blue-haired goddess fed from my neck, moaned from my ministrations, and came by my fingers, I couldn't seem to get her out of my head. I thought only of her. She was perfect. She was a princess. She was the princess of all the vampires. Her status was highly identical to mine and yet, I have never seen her with my own two eyes before; only heard of her from my loquacious parents. They talk about everyone, after all. But from what I heard from my parent's gossip and what I've seen with my eyes, I have noticed that the princess, was quite innocent. So pure.

I licked my lips, slowly but surely, my thoughts growing wild. Such a look was peculiar to see on a vampire, a being that consumes blood from anything that walks and breaths. But I have seen it in her eyes. There was a light within those adorable lavender orbs of hers, a positivity I have never felt or seen before. Now that, excites me more than ever.

But I wouldn't say the same for me. Within me, there is only darkness. All the light that I once had was wiped out, gone. Killing, hunting, slaughtering would do that to you. Would strip you of your humanity. Of your virtue. I am not so innocent. I killed hundreds of vampires, struck each one dead with my bare hands. My parents instructed it, and I made it my mission to do as they pleased. I killed who they wanted and didn't hesitate one bit. It's in my nature. But now, that I've met her, something in me has changed. Holy fuck, I can't resist. I have to see her again. I have to, damn it.

As my thoughts begin to grow more snappy and irritable, a want inside of me growing and growing, I gave my head a slap by my hand. And because of such an action, I was able to quiet my thoughts a bit. I was now calmer. I groaned, turning towards my closet to busy myself. All of this thinking will only drive me to do something reckless. I have to focus on changing my clothes and then, I have to meet back up with Shion.

So with that, I turned and began to rummage in my closet for something more suitable to wear around the kingdom. And all the while, I steadily blocked out the beautiful princess I fancied dearly, trying my best to regain control over my emotions and of course, my thoughts...

-A Few Minutes Later-

Minutes later, I emerged from my closet dressed in attire that was more comfortable to roam about in. Covering my torso was an unbuttoned blue jacket that hung over a grey long-sleeved shirt, black jeans to match for my legs. I felt better, looser. My mind was somewhat clear. So now, I was ready to speak to dear Shion. So on that note, I made my way into my room only to call out for her. Usually, that's all it takes to have her running to my side.

"Shion!"

Instantly, she flew past my door and entered my room to stand before me. I turned to her, sending the blonde-haired woman a smile. From where she stood, I saw she wore something different. Now, she wore a long dress that fell down to the floor, covering everything she had. The color of the dress shone an aesthetic gold which brought out her purple eyes and her flowing hair. She looked beautiful, elegant.

My blue irises connected with hers and I gave her a pleasant smile upon her presence. And by such a gesture, she returned it with a smile of her own, "Why hello again, my prince. I take it that your hunt went well. You arrived a little late." She acknowledged while taking a few steps towards my form, a clipboard held tightly within her arms, pushed against her bosom. As she closed the distance between us, her golden silhouettes clicked and clacked against the hardened floor underneath us. In the center of the floor, a large but fluffy rug was found covering it. Shion didn't stop advancing forward, not until she made it in front of me, her eyes meeting mine directly. Because of her shoes, she appeared a little taller but without them, I won in that department. I, was taller.

My smile widened, "Well hello to you too, Shion. And yes, my hunt was rather, mmm..." A moan cut my words short, "delicious... I didn't want the moment to end." I finished with a seductive wink, such words rolling off of my tongue in an informal type of way. But it was something Shion seemed to enjoy for the older vampire blushed, her cheeks brightening up. But as soon as she showed such flusteredness, she quickly concealed it by clearing her throat, turning her gaze away from me for a brief second. I smirked but the next thing she said wiped the smirk clean off.

"You were so late that, you didn't do what you promised, Prince Naruto." She warned with a head tilt, referring to earlier when I promised to find a mate amongst the werewolf women. I sighed, throwing one hand up to rub my tan, whiskered face in dread. Kami, that again, eh? Shion is very helpful, she's my assistant and has been ever since I was very young. A werewolf pup. She has been the one by my side through it all. Instead of my parents showering me with familial love, Shion was there. My parents were truly neglectful when it comes to loving their own son. They are just so caught up in enslaving and reenacting revenge on the vampires that they leave me all behind. But now that I am more than capable of finding a mate, Shion has been nagging me about it. All, the fucking time. I guess in a way she's doing me a favor. I'm all alone and as a loved one of mine, she felt obliged to once again, help me; helping me feel the emptiness in my heart.

I rolled my eyes upon that though, pulling my large hands up to run them both through my blonde, shaggy hair, moving it away from my eyes a bit which, didn't help. My bangs only resisted, "Fine. What do you have in mind? Or who, for the matter?" I asked curiously but all the blonde vampire did was grin, her facial features lighting up by my response. I know just at the sound of me finally obeying her wishes, it made her nothing but happy.

She nodded, moving to turn around, "Just follow me, my prince. I know exactly where to go." She informed and with that, she vanished away. I couldn't help but growl at the ridiculous situation I've found myself in. Once again, I was growing reluctant. But I had no choice. Even though my body yearns for the vampire princess, I...

I shook my head, conflicted, "Damn it all." I whispered. And those words were the last thing I said before I vanished to follow Shion, disappearing completely from my quiet room...

Hinata's P.O.V

Hours passed since I was scolded and punished by my mother which ruined my morning, by the way. But now, it was time for all vampires to share a meal together. Each morning, we all would usually meet up for breakfast and it was only so the older vampires could sit around and chat about werewolves. I, certainly found breakfast gatherings rather boring.

So silently, I sat at a table in a grand room in the vampire kingdom which was filled with other tables, each of the chairs loaded with people who were steadily sinking their teeth into their meal that the skilled vampire team managed to go out and hunt for. Rabbit meat and the said animal's blood were what was available for us to eat. I let out a sigh from where I sat, close to the end of the main table where my dear mother sat. In front of me, my friends sat and ate. The other seats where the royalty sat were occupied by the older vampires who have lived more than five hundred years. Occasionally, they would share a conversation or two with the queen but today, no one was really talkative and that was because of my mother. After this morning, her mood has been very, concerning.

I glanced over at her from where she sat beside me in a tall chair, located at the very end of the table I sat by. Steadily, she ate her food with her head lowered, her eyes downcasted from everyone. She was much quieter now; A distressing look was found on her flawless face. Her newfound behavior made me so guilty. I have never seen my mother act in such a way. I whimpered, also keeping my head low. I didn't even bother to talk to my friends or do anything. I didn't want to attract any attention to myself. The other vampires of the kingdom do not know what I did and for that, I would like it to stay that way.

So I decided to keep quiet and just eat to contain my hunger and bloodlust, my hand working forward to quickly grab a hold of the glass cup that resided beside my silver plate where one piece of rabbit meat was lying on it. Inside the glass, contained blood from a rabbit which would help diminish the bloodlust I felt so quickly, I took a sip. I've grown rather famished again, already. So with the glass tilted towards my lips, I allowed the rabbit blood to fall into my gaping mouth, passing my lips and teeth. But as soon as the metallic liquid crept on my taste buds, I could have sworn I almost hurled. The taste was absolutely horrendous. Massively disgusting. It almost seemed like I was consuming garbage, or better yet. Sewer water. Such a taste came as a shock to me so my reaction was one I could not control. So, I spit the blood out, coughing and choking within my seat which alerted almost everyone. My earlier wish to stay out of the limelight was not granted. All eyes snapped towards me in horror and of course surprise as they watched as I continuously spat out the rabbit blood, getting it everywhere. The dark red liquid managed to get on my new clothing which was a long-sleeved peach shirt along with another skirt. But this time, the skirt was a plaid one, colored grey. But now the blood I previously spat out spilled on my clothes, on my mouth and arms, and also on the table, damaging everything near me.

I coughed loudly, whimpering like an abused, weeping dog. I looked around, taking in how many vampires were looking, fixated on me and the blood that slipped down my arms and chin. I slumped within my seat in shame, wanting nothing more than to crawl into a hole and hide. Kami, this is so, embarrassing.

"I-I'm s-s-so sorry. I'll cl-clean this up." I whispered out the best that I could. My mouth was still filled with that disgusting blood so it was hard to talk, to function, to do anything. Just at the mere taste of it, my entire body cringed. I was surely unsatisfied which was quite new to me. What, is happening? My body began to squirm as it senses the many eyes, as well as my mother's and friends' eyes, held on me. I was the center of attention right now and I hated every second of it.

So I ignored everyone for my sake and instead scrambled to clean up the mess I made. Shakily, I grabbed the folded cloth beside my utensils, positioned slightly underneath my plate, and with it, I used it to rub the blood from my mouth and chin, cleaning that area first. I patted the fabric delicately on my face to get rid of the blood. In return, the blood began to taint the cloth causing it to appear red, no longer white. It was also beginning to become drenched with liquid as well. But nothing else mattered. I only sought to clean the area I soiled.

But my mother had other plans for me. Her lips were set into a mean scowl as she directed her displeased-filled eyes over to my direction who hadn't even noticed her all. She let out a groan of utter frustration and threw down the cloth that she held and her fork and knife, pushing her body out of the seat to stand.

But before she tended to me, she turned her gaze upon the shocked vampires that sat at our table, just taking in the situation with widened eyes. Mother smiled politely at them, "I-I'm sorry for this. Just give us a moment." After excusing herself and of course, me, she stormed her way over to where I sat who was viciously wiping the blood off of my bare arms now. I didn't take note of my surroundings at all. I only cared about my appearance. I wanted to clean myself, to be presentable again. But the harsh hand that grabbed my arm stopped me from doing so.

I could only gasp before I was pulled out of my seat to stand, my mother, taking me away from the diner table we sat by, leaving the mess I made. I stumbled along within my dazed state, many thoughts rushing at me in my head. Why did that happen? Usually, I could take in animal blood, that's all I feed on after all. Animal blood is rather yummy, other than the hairy pellets found inside the liquid. But I am rather used to that. So other than that, it was pretty decent. Not so gross to the point it cannot be consumed. I was so confused. I didn't know what was going on or why for the matter. Am I sick? Am I d-dying?! But just as I thought such horrendous things, the answer hit me. My eyes widened. This is because of that blonde werewolf.

Ever since I met him things have been so strange. I think about him a lot. I crave him. I lust for him and now, because I fed on him, I cannot seem to keep any other blood down. Animal blood mainly. But as I do recall, the taste of his blood was so delicious. Just thinking about it has gotten me salivating. The taste was addicting. So divine, so crisp. So sweet. Kami, I want more. Not only did the blonde werewolf male's blood taste delectable, but it also made me feel good. As I drunk it last night, I remember that my body felt stimulated, a pleasure taking over my entire being. That moment was so, wonderful-

Sadly, my thoughts were cut off when I was suddenly whipped around to stand still by two hands, my body now facing an individual who loomed over me, its presence truly unwelcoming. I blinked, moving my lavender eyes up to be met with an angry woman. Or better yet. An angry mother.

She glared down at me, hard and long before pointing at my ruined attire. Nothing but blood stains and blood prints could be seen painted everywhere on my shirt and skirt. There were even remnants on my pale face. My mother recoiled, truly in disbelief, "Hinata, you need to explain to me what is going on with you. Why are you causing a scene? Haven't you done enough already?" She whispered out in an aggressive tone, our bodies standing far away from the dining room where all the vampires were occupied. But even though we were away, they could still hear our conversation so that is why mother chose to whisper.

I frowned, my eyes downcasting in shame, "I-I'm sorry, mother. I'm sorry for embarrassing you; embarrassing your name. I never meant to get you so angry. I-It has to be the rabbit blood, it's contaminated, or something. It tastes h-horrible, mom. "I whispered out as well, my eyes watering up as I explained myself. Getting in trouble a second time was just too much. It brought on a lot of stress.

But at the sound of my explanation, it managed to wipe off the anger from her face. Mother's facial features softened as she heard the hurt in my voice, her lips forming a pout, "Oh Hinata, dear. I'm so sorry." She whispered before moving her arms over to pull me into her body, embracing me which made me feel a lot better. I hated my mother being so angry with me. I felt like I was letting her down. I felt like, a burden.

I sighed shakily once I felt the woman I love began to stroke my midnight blue hair comfortingly with one delicate hand of hers, soothing me in response, "Oh, my little princess. I know I've been so hard on you lately but it's because, I just, don't wanna lose you. I'm afraid, that's all and that's only because I love you. I love you with all of my heart."

I sniffed, "And I love you, mother. I-I hope I-I'm not being a burden."

But as soon as I said those words, my mother gave her head a furious shake, denying my claim, "Oh no, no, my child. You are far from that. You are a blessing, to me, to this kingdom, to your people. I just want you safe and sound and I will do anything to ensure that. So that is why you will be protected by vampires tonight. I don't want you to have to fear anything, okay." She whispered softly, pulling back so her lavender eyes could meet my own. I smiled brightly in response to her beautiful words. They were ones I deeply needed to hear. They reassured me.

I smiled happily, launching back to hug her once again, showering her with love, "Mother, thank you. I accept your decision and I will happily hunt alongside the vampires you assigned to protect me. You do not have to fear. Because I am protected and most of all, I won't disobey you. Ever again, I promise." I whispered against her bosoms which were covered with a sparkly blue off-the-shoulder dress, draping down her entire figure. She looked so adorable with it on her and now that she was no longer angry but smiling, she looked even more breathtaking.

Mother hummed, patting my head once more, "That's so delightful to hear. I'm so glad we've finally come to an understanding." She stated joyously but pulled away to instead grab my hands. Now, she was beginning to guide me away from the dining room altogether and towards the main hall where the stairs were located.

"Now come, my daughter. You need to change out of those clothes."

I smiled, following behind the woman I loved willingly and of course happily, "Yes, mother."

Naruto's P.O.V

Now in a different location, in a room where the lights were all dimmed down low, only purple neon nightlights hung on the four walls that surrounded me. A purple tinge color took over the entire room, reflecting off of my tan face. My eyebrow twitched in annoyance as I sat in one of the red loveseats in the room I was occupied in, one of the werewolf women now taking her seat on my lap. Teasingly, she ground her hips against my covered crotch, her legs rooted on either side of me.

The mating room, was where I resided in now which is a room I absolutely hate. I dread this. The room was supposed to be a special, sacred place since it was where werewolf men mate and interact sexually with other women in order to find, the one. Usually, for a male werewolf, it only takes a few touches with a handful of female wolves to find a connection, their mate, but I haven't had any luck. Just, like, now.

A woman that went by the name, Silvia, held both of my broad shoulders as she steadily rolled her hips against my covered member, my keen ears picking up the faint moans that spilled from her lips. She groaned, her long red hair pulled up into a high bun. But by her naughty action, loose strands fell from where they previously were held up. She hummed, her bright green eyes staring down at me in glee, "You like that, my prince? Do you feel anything? A spark? A connection? An urge to throw me down and fuck me senseless?" She moaned out, clearly enjoying herself. Her body began to rock back and forth more vigorously, the couch we sat on creaking upon her constant movement. Her lap dance was erotic but, boring. It failed to awaken the beast within me.

I let out a frustrating growl, my arms lying along the top of the couch, extended. My face held little to no emotion on it. I was flattered, yes. But I felt no connection. So I went to let Silvia know just that. I shook my head, "No, darling. I don't feel anything from this." I groaned out, even adding in a yawn. Such an action lowered the girl's spirits, adding a frown to her once smiling face. She gave me a nod, my response only signaling for her to work harder. It was certainly a blessing to the women that Shion picks to make a move on me, seeing I was their prince. Each of the women was highly delighted to see if I was their mate. Their behavior always used to overwhelm me. A bunch of fangirls just waiting to see what I have to offer.

A surprised gasp shot from my lips when I felt the red-haired woman above me suddenly move her body forward so she was now closer to my face, her hips grinding on my core at a different angle, right against the front of my jeans. Inside my pants, my dick only twitched and nothing more. Not once did I feel myself harden. Guess she definitely isn't the one. And now that she was closer, I was able to pick up her scent. But in response to breathing in a minty fragrance from her, I recoiled, scrunching my nose up. The woman's scent before me didn't smell pleasant at all. Also, the way she's trying so hard to arouse me didn't faze me either. Actually, it was starting to piss me off. This, is annoying.

Nothing Silvia did seem to work. I didn't feel anything. No arousement. No excitement. No lust. Nothing. The only time that I was brought to my knees and was really driven wild was when I encountered the beautiful vampire princess last night. I threw my head back in response, absolutely melting at the thought of such a memory. Oh, I will kill to see you again, darling.

No werewolf could ever arouse me as she did. No one could rival the smell of her scent. Fresh vanilla, was her scent. So cute and yet, so yummy. Her scent was so delicious and mouthwatering, it actually made my cock erect in seconds upon smelling it. Everything about the vampire princess made me want to devour her whole. Her appearance. Her touch. Her smell. Her moans when she released by my fingers. She, is who I want. She, is who I need.

Instantly upon thinking such thoughts, my eyes suddenly switched to their usual monstrous crimson, my teeth sharpened to a fine point. Where my hands laid rooted on either side of the couch, my nails could be seen extracting, growing longer than normal. I was growing excited. Very excited. But the female wolf that sat on top of me took my transformation a completely different way. She thought she was succeeding in her advancement on me.

She grinned, throwing her hips down harder against me, "There huh?" She teased, now humping me harder than before which began to take the air out of my lungs. And for that, my excitement vanished leaving me pissed as hell. I let out a deep, menacing growl, finally putting a stop to this madness. I snapped my slitted red orbs up at her and sneered, "Get, off!" I yelled out in pure irritation and with immense speed, I flung my hand forward to push the woman off of my lap, my anger fueling my shove. My hand impacted her torso and from there, I watched as she flew away from my slouching body and onto the floor, sliding across it pathetically. Nothing but yelps and whimpers could be heard from the red-haired woman, her hair longtime falling from its bun. Now, it fell down her back. Shion watched the entire encounter from start to finish by the entrance of the room, her purple eyes taking in as Silvia rolled towards her, only to stop by her feet.

Shion gasped, sparing a glance down at the weeping girl before her and back to me who was heaving, deeply bothered. I was glad this nonsense was over. Shion let out a gulp before turning to peer down at the clipboard she held, her eyes scanning over the checklist that was there. With a pen in hand, she crossed out the red-haired girl's name, instead, moving on to the next name on the list. Shion frowned, turning to look back at my heated form, "Prince Naruto, you went through nine women today. Thirty in total for this entire week. What's going on? You're telling me you feel no connection to anyone?" She asked worriedly, her body moving over to Silvia to help her up, her golden dress swaying as she moved. With one hand, she offered it towards the female werewolf who gladly accepted it, using it to regain her footing. I watched the two female wolves with narrowed eyes. I no longer wanted to indulge in this madness. I have somewhere I have to be anyway.

Silvia whimpered, pulling one hand up to rub her bruised head tenderly. She even moved to rub her shoulder also which was most likely harmed as well due to my powerful push. But after she tended to her wounds, she looked back up at me with a plea in her eyes, an entirely different look from before. She sobbed, tears threatening to spill down her cheeks from where she now stood. I snarled upon seeing such a look directed at me. Seems she can't take rejection well.

"A-Ahh, p-prince Naruto. You don't, want, me? You feel nothing when it comes, to me?" She asked desperately, trying to make me reconsider with her sobbing and whining but the display only made me even more bothered, another irritating growl shooting from my lips.

"Damnit." I scoffed before taking a stand, emerging from the couch I've sat on and have been sitting on for hours. My eyes were still a blazing red and with them, I used to glare down at the weeping red-haired woman across from me. I even bared my teeth at her, honestly disgusted by her presence, "This entire thing was a complete and utter waste. To be truly honest, I find it all bullshit. Forcing yourself on me isn't attractive or appealing. It only pisses me off." I snapped, putting my foot down and expressing what really bothered me. Shion's eyes widened but she said nothing, only looked as I began to walk away, showing them my back.

But I didn't leave without saying one more thing. I glanced over my shoulder, giving them a glimpse of the abhorrence in my red eyes, "Innocence is much more beautiful, Silvia, which is a quality, a divine trait that you lack. And for that, you only disgust me. You could never be my mate." Those words were the last words I said to Silvia before I discarded her for good. Then, I turned to Shion who looked back at me in disbelief, her hands gripping her precious clipboard tightly.

I growled, "No more of this, Shion. I have to meet my parents anyway and after, I want time alone." And with those words, I took my leave, vanishing away from the horrendous room where mating is done, and instead make my way to the brunch meeting my parents wanted me to attend. It was now noon so I was right on time.

Nothing but whooshes were heard as I zoomed across the entire kingdom only to make it to my destination which was a large dining room, filled with chandeliers. Gold. Lights. Tables. Lots of furniture was placed about neatly, decorations hung up on the white walls that surrounded me. But I discarded everything else and only paid attention to the two people that occupied such a big space, both individuals sitting at a table positioned in the middle of the room. My parents, father, and mother were here, eating what appears to be a piece of animal meat for brunch.

My mother, who went by the name, Kushina, looked up at me upon hearing my arrival, a wide smile appearing on her pink, plump lips. Her smile was gorgeous, bringing out her inner beauty. Mother rarely smiles so to see her do such a thing now certainly lowered my guard. Everything that happened before regarding Shion and the werewolf women, was long gone from my brain. Now, my attention was solely on my parents.

My mother looked over at me from where she sat in a tall, exquisite chair, her long red hair falling past her red shoulders and down her back. On her impressive body, a short black dress could be seen spotted covering everything she had, only stopping at her lower legs which showed off black heels; rooted underneath the rose gold table she sat by.

The red-haired queen beckoned me over, nodding, "Oh, my son. We've been waiting for you. Come, sit." She greeted cheerfully, delighted to see me which, was surprising. I watched by the entrance of the large dining room as the red-haired woman guided her hand over to a lone chair across from her and the other individual that sat root beside her. There, was where my seat was located, the table already made specifically for me. A huge smile slowly pulled at my lips upon the positive gestures I received from my mother and with that, I zoomed over there, pulling the chair outward to sit down.

Now sitting amongst my parents, I looked down at the meal that was before me, my eyes widening upon seeing it. Brunch today was, deer meat. My body froze. Deer. Princess. Feed. Scrumptious. Just at the sight of the meal before me, I was brought right back to the vampire princess and I sat in a daze because of it.

My father, the king of all werewolves, gave me a weird look at my behavior. He, went by the name Minato. His appearance was a little identical to mine. He had blue eyes and blonde hair, though his hair was a bit longer than my own, his bangs dropping down lower which touched both sides of his cheeks delicately. A blue cape draped down his back, armor of blue and white covered his torso and arms, black pants sheltering his legs to match with his attire. Now, seeing the two dressed up so formally, I felt a little underdressed.

The blonde-haired alpha male folded his hands on the table, his gaze held on me intently, "So, son. I heard you've not been successful when it comes to finding a mate. I find that rather strange given your impressive abilities and keen senses which bests any other werewolf here. Struggling to find a mate shouldn't be a problem for you and yet, it is. I would think you would've already found your special flower by now." My father tilted his head, So, care to inform me why you haven't?" He asked suspiciously, trying to figure out the dilemma I was unfortunately facing and why it was something I was battling with in the first place. His voice was serious, holding no room for amusement or quip which snapped me out of my daze, causing me to gasp. I looked up at the male that stared back at me attentively, my blue eyes identifying the raised brow on his face. I gulped, one single sweat droplet falling down my face. Uh oh. Father's using his cold-heartened voice again. He senses something is up and with his intelligence and as well as his persistence, he won't just leave me alone without a suitable answer.

So, I tried to give him one, the best that I could. I shrugged, keeping my eyes on his, "Honestly father, I don't know why I haven't found my mate yet. I've been trying for months and yet, I have felt no connection with any of the women here. I read books. I studied. I did everything in my power to try to figure out my dilemma. But my guess is that my other half, my mate has to be someone rare. Someone of high importance that holds a strength, a passion inside her that no one else possesses. My mate, has to be unique and such a quality is hard to find in standard werewolves. Maybe, that is why I am failing to find her. I have to search deeper." I explained earnestly, nodding my blonde head while I was at it. Particularly, I already had my suspicions on who my mate was but, of course, the one I have chosen is forbidden to speak about so my lips remain sealed on the matter. However, most of what I told my parents as of now was not all drivel. I had to search in a way place that was under the surface; a place I would never know to look. The vampire princess was certainly unique, driven by strength and nobility. Her actions were done with care which revealed her innocence. That much I could see from her when I did last night. And for some odd reason, I just know. I smiled faintly upon my thoughts but a delightful hum from my mother cut them short.

Impressed, my mother nodded her head, one hand of hers working forward to scoop up her glass cup which was filled with purified water, cold and crisp. She held the beverage drink carefully in her hands and with it, she pulled it up to her lips to take a sip, damping her dry mouth. Once she did, she gave me her opinion on the matter, "Sweetheart, it's okay if you feel yourself falling behind. You'll find her eventually. Just like you said, she's a tough code to crack but, you're a smart boy, I know you'll sniff her out eventually. And only then we will all be unstoppable. Our power would run through family and those wretched vampires wouldn't stand a chance against us."

Minato chuckled, glancing over at his mate. He let out a soft moan, "Ah yes, Kushina. And once we're gone, you'll be king and then, you'll have your queen and from there, you can carry on our teachings and make the werewolf kingdom dominant again, son. As always, we count on you." Excitedly as always, my parents talked about their plans for the future, ones that involved me where their minds have already makeshift. They have already conjured a path for me and I know I will have no choice but to take it. I let out a low cough, deeply disliking their so-called "plans." No... I d-don't want it. But like always, I never voice my real wishes and so from there, I put up a false smile and decided to nod, to simply push this conversation behind me, "Sounds glorious. But um.." I paused once I saw my mother and father began to draw their attention towards their food. Mother was steadily drinking her cup of water and father had grabbed his fork to dig into the delicious deer meat in front of him.

I only stared down at them as they began to eat, my mind overwhelmed by incessant thoughts, "So that's, what you wanted to talk to me about? My debacle in finding a mate?" I asked, spitting the question out. I was rather curious after all. That can't be all, can it? My eyes switched onto the two beings before me who were steadily chomping away at their meal, their hands occupied by their forks and knives which let off clinging noises in the air as it impacted their plates. Slowly, I began to eat too, picking up my fork and knife to dig it into the red meat in front of me.

Suddenly, my mother shot a snappy glare at me before leaning over the table, an odd look held in her eye, "Naruto dear, we have some news for you that may come in handy on your next hunt." She said slyly, completely ignoring my question. But in her own little way, she kinda answered it. I blinked, chucking a piece of deer meat into my mouth and practically melting from the taste. Oh kami, this doesn't sound good? I watched as the red-haired werewolf queen sent a wink over at her lover. She also bit her lip as if she was holding in some type of secret. I, was confused by such a gesture but Minato, my father, knew exactly what Kushina was hinting at.

He let off an amused chuckle, shaking his head, "No, you tell him, hun." He bribed with a toothy grin and threw a piece of the deer meat in his mouth, chewing it slowly right afterward. Kushina giggled upon the order and quickly went to happily comply. She turned back to me, nothing but glee found on her pale face. But I only sat, stunned. I even stopped eating.

"Wh-What-"

"Shush, son. You will not believe what we heard. Word spreads and we have found out that the princess of the vampires is under lockdown." She announced excitedly, practically jumping in her seat after getting the news off of her chest. But to me, I did not feel excitement upon hearing such a thing. V-Vampire princess? The girl I met last night? My body was frozen, but my mind was not so much. Nothing but thoughts raced back and forth, consuming me and leaving me stuck. Lockdown? But why?

I blinked rapidly before looking up at the two cheery werewolves with a gaping mouth, nothing but perplexity expressed on my face. I laughed nervously to cover it up, "S-Sorry. But I do not understand why that particular information is valuable. What does that have to do with me?" I simply asked with a shrug, trying to let on that I was uninterested and unconcerned when it came to the vampire princess. But deep down... I was interested. I wanted to know more. I was itching, to know all I could.

My father cleared his throat before swallowing his food down, he was now free to talk and fix my confusion, "Heh, turns out that the vampire princess has broken Lady Hitomi's rule."

"Her own mother's rule. What a terrible thing she is." Kushina butted in, stomping all over the young vampire in question which made my body tremble. My jaw clenched and to keep from lashing out on behalf of the princess, I chomped down on my jaw, keeping quiet.

My mother and father shared laughter with each other as if the situation was humorous or amusing. I clenched my fork tightly. It most certainly is not. But I remained quiet, not peaking a single word regarding my parent's ignorance. I only went to clear my throat, regaining my parents' attention. Their laughter quiet down and once again, my father began to talk, finally spilling out everything I needed to know and from there, I went back to eating. The faster I eat, the faster I can get to go back to my own room, away from these laughing hyenas.

Minato smirked, tilting his head, "The princess has stayed in the forest after the curfew. Hitomi has set strict rules for her people and one was a curfew. Vampires are not to roam the forest at a particular time."

"Too bad we don't know what time." Kushina butted in once more.

Minato shrugged, "It doesn't matter really. The princess was punished for her deeds but was only received a security boost. Seems she's gotten off pretty easy. So she's just under lockdown. This means she will be out early in the night and vampires will be guarding her now. Those vampires are a nuisance but now, we know when she hunts, so.." He paused to chuckle darkly, his eyes briefly flickering to a dark red. But such a monstrous transformation went as soon as it came. But I caught it and Kushina felt it.

She hummed, her hands folded on top of each other on the table, her violent orbs staring back at me who was steadily chugging my mouth with deer meat. I was almost done. Just a few more bites. But before I could finish, father finished his sentence from earlier and when he did, I nearly choked on my food.

"Son, you think you can take the vampire princess down on your next hunt?" He asked quite wickedly, nothing but malice lacing his tongue as he said such terrific words. I groaned, hacking just a bit in response. But to quickly cover up my shocked reaction, I chewed my food slower. I even moved to take a sip of my water. But right after I regained my composure, I answered them back, totally in disbelief. I shook my head, "Now why would I go and kill the vampire queen's daughter? Firstly, she clearly isn't trained for the likes of us. And secondly, it will start a fucking war. I can't kill her." I shook my head, pulling one hand up to rub the front of my face, "Are you even aware of what you're asking me, mother? Father?" I groaned out with narrowed eyes, secretly defending my love interest. Holy shit, my parents are insane. As soon as I meet the woman of my dreams, here they are demanding me to kill her. I adverted my dejected blue eyes, horrified at such a thought. I can't, do that. I won't.

But I should've known my parents weren't gonna take no for an answer. They're just too damn relentless. My mother growled, baring her teeth by my rejection, "Oh save me that, Naruto. You've killed many of Hitomi's people, many vampires before, and never have a war surfaced. This task has gotta be the easiest one yet. The princess is defenseless and weak. She's an easy target, Naruto." She convinced slyly, trying her best to manipulate me to reconsider. But nothing she says will make me do so. I have made up my mind. So with a narrowing of my eyes, I shook my head once more, keeping my decision, "Oh, father and mother, you've just listed another reason why I will not pursue this task. It's no fun to kill someone so easy as she. The whole purpose is, the hunt. The chase. The rush. Killing her would-be child's play and for that, I just won't." I remarked with a serious undertone, silencing them both. I was unshaken and two saw that right away.

My Father sighed and shook his head at my response, deciding to just give up on the matter. But the look on their faces only made me angrier. It seemed they were, disappointed, "Fine. Then don't." Minato finished and with that he started to devour his food, eating as if he hadn't eaten in days. My mother went to do the same, remaining quiet. But unlike Minato, she ate her food in a more appropriate manner. No longer were they looking at me because instead, their eyes laid downcasted, solely on their food. They were silent, discarding not only the conversation but me as well. Now, it seemed they paid no mind to me, as if I wasn't there at all.

I shook my head in disbelief at that, turning my gaze away from my highly annoying parents and instead down to the leftover meat in my plate, only pieces remaining. Fuck, why do they have to be so damn aggravating? But it didn't matter if they were disappointed in me. They backed off and that's all I wanted. I allowed myself to breathe in relief. The vampire princess is now safe.

And with that wonderful thought in mind, I went back to eating the rest of my food, using my fork to do so. Each delectable piece of deer meet met my mouth and I chewed and swallowed it down, also using the water beside me to help soothe my throat. The entire room was now quiet which actually worked in my favor. I can now think. And I couldn't help but think more about what transpired. My parents wanted me to kill, the princess of all vampires?

But why? Why so sudden? Why now? Did they, see our love scene from yesterday? Did a werewolf see what I did to her and then passed on the news to my parents? After all, they knew that the vampire princess was under supervision due to her skipping curfew. I shook my head to myself, immersed in my thoughts. No, that can't be. I didn't hear anyone in the area, nor sense anything near. So why?

My shoulders slumped or I couldn't find the answer. I only was hit with a dead end and nothing more. I don't know. But, I do, know one thing. I have to protect her. I have to protect the princess. For her sake as well, as mine. And, I do not care what it takes.