Daniel Martin
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The next morning, Lina was hesitant to sit down at the breakfast table, but had no choice. She was hungry and the chefs here only listened to her mother. They wouldn't cook later if her mother said no. Reluctantly, Lina went downstairs where her family was already waiting for her. ?? Lina paused at the sight of her father, merrily drinking his coffee and reading his newspaper even though most people watched the news nowadays. She saw her mother's thinned lips and narrowed eyes. "Come come, I've…-
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Silence consumed the three of them. The rustling of the wind was louder than the garden. Lina peered at Kaden like he had lost his mind and Everett looked like he was going to lose his mind any minute now. "Mr. DeHaven, you must be mistaken," Everett said, placing a chaste hand upon his chest and revealing a cunning smile. "I am not the one following after a couple on their date in hopes you'll pick up the crumbs." ?? Kaden simply turned to Everett, a warning stare upon his face. Everett's lips…
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The flowers were in full bloom, despite the brittle wind of winter tugging at the petals. The sun was high on the horizon, adding a soft hue to the scenic atmosphere. Butterflies fluttered against the flowers that gently swayed against the breeze, a quiet ambiance in the air. The scent of the freshly bloomed garden quelled even the most frantic heartbeats. The sun was beginning to fall behind the clouds, painting the sky magnificently. Despite how picturesque this place was, the innocent victims…
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Fate was a fickle thing. They twist and spin their strings of destiny, tying and tangling red lines to pinkies, until it is a ball of mess. Lina had tried to run from destiny far too many times to count, but that was in her first life where she thought she could defy a love fated in her stars. Now, she was forced to pay back the consequences of her actions. ?? "Right away, Mr. DeHaven," the hostess slowly said, lowering her gaze, careful to not turn her back to him, as it was a sign of disrespect.…
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Lina stared out the window. Well-dressed guests strutted in and out of the lavish hotel where water fountains greeted the cars and a golden carpet was laid out. "Young Miss," The driver said, opening the doors for her to come out. ?? Lina placed one foot out, then the other, and climbed out of the car. At this point, it had become muscle memory for her to elegantly exit. The minute she exited the car, Lina was forced to remember her roots. No matter how far she ran, no matter how much she's…
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Lina shakily approached the phone. The caller was the last person in the world she hoped to call her. "Aren't you going to pick it up? You look like you've seen a ghost," Isabelle snorted, glancing outside the window to see the sun was high in the sky and it wasn't time to sleep. ?? Lina wordlessly picked up a phone. No greeting or anything, but her mother was already speaking. "We haven't seen your photo in ages and the first thing I see is that you've gained weight. Look, your belly is…
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Lina shot out of bed, her forehead moist, her hair clinging tightly to it. She woke up in cold-sweat, her initial thought chilled her blood. An immortal… Her eyes trembled, as she tried to think the possibility of this happening. When the modern world was rampant with vampires, anything can happen. Nearly two centuries ago, species that existed only in fairytales had came out of the shadows. They ravaged the modern world with horrific strength but mesmerizing beauty. ?? War between humans and…
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Lina woke up in pitch-darkness, but she knew it wasn't her dorm room. She could tell by the familiar scent of the forest mixed with fresh charcoal, and the vibrant colors that sprang to life. Then, she felt something wet drip onto her nose, then another, and soon, rain was pouring down on her. The rain went through her body, making it known that she was a spirit lingering the past. It was always like this. ?? The scene before her reminded her of the ancient east. There were spiraling red pillars…
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Lina and Isabelle walked into their dorms, but Isabelle had to take a phone call. Lina thought nothing of it and walked into the dorm room, closing the door behind her to give privacy. A second later, the door bursted open. ?? "You!" Isabelle gasped, pointing an accusing finger at Lina. "Me?" Lina repeated. "Who else?" Isabelle groaned. She hung up the phone call and threw it on the table. "The man you met at the museum, what did he look like?!" Lina blinked, midway folding her clothes…
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"I've been kidnapped before…" Lina slowly said. Kaden didn't appear to believe her. ?? "Have we met before?" He asked. His indifferent voice caressed her burning skin, sending a thrill down her spin. Lina wanted to distract him. If he probed further, it'd be dangerous. "That pick-up line is old." Lina ignored his hardened stare. Kaden rubbed his thumb across his bottom lip, his lips slightly curling upwards. He looked slightly humored by her, but also slgihtly annoyed as if he didn't…
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