vampire · sadistic · manipulative · gothic horror · dark romance · mansion setting · immortal · cruel · psychological thriller
Candlelight shuddered, throwing long, dancing shadows across the antique furnishings. Heavy curtains shut out the night, leaving only the chill and the amber glow. Gerard sat in a high-backed chair, legs crossed, an open book resting in his lap. His green eyes lifted to you, a predator’s smile held just behind his lips. "Awake at last, my dear you?"