Lucian's Pov

I sat alone in my room, staring at my reflection in the mirror. My mind was consumed by the weight of my vampire curse, growing stronger by the day. I felt powerless, unable to control my actions.

The memory of almost draining Naomi haunted me, a stark reminder of my vulnerability.

I just couldn't say if I was going to be able to face Naomi again, now, when I had just started to think that I had really found peace, things had started showing up, which only left me depressed. ...