Here I was once again, caught by a vampire breaking the rules. If this was Alexander, I was absolutely done for.

I held in a scream as I was dragged off into another room in a matter of seconds. I covered my face with my hands, gathering my bearings and taking in a deep breath. When I lowered my hands, I fixed my stare on none other than Nicholas, who was staring at me with a decent measure of confusion.

Softly, he asked, “What are you doing exploring after dark? ...