The Vampire King's Possession

Chapter 613: 613. Curse the Sun

Chapter 613: 613. Curse the Sun

"You didn't have to wait for me," she said as she clung to him. "I can make my way to my room."

"Do you really think I would have left you? Curse the sun, it is the only reason I wasn't outside with you."

Mauve blushed at this, leaning her weight onto him. She heard Jean's footsteps and looked up the stairs to see him coming down. He seemed to be having a little trouble, but Mauve doubted it was any cause for concern.

"Jean," Jael called.

"Sire," Jean replied, halting his movements as he stiffly bent his head.

"Is there any news?" Jael asked.

"No, there isn't any," he said, his voice sounding unsteady.