Amber eyes were on me as the Vampire King made his way toward Darren. He looked as if he was in his thirties, but I knew this man was actually centuries old. He walked right past Darren and stopped behind my chair. I turned sideways in my seat to see him extend his hand to me.

“My name is Finn, and—” He raised his brows up expectantly.

“Allissa,” I answered, taking his hand politely. His thumb pressed against my fingers, as a smile spread over his lips.

“Well, talk about coming ...