62. Scarlet and Azael

Third Person's POV:

After Astrid assured Azael that he couldn't resist the desire to taste her blood, he was determined to avoid it at all costs, but his body refused to cooperate with his mind. When Astrid exposed her neck to him, all doubts vanished, and he quickly found himself by her side, holding her shoulders.

"Think about it one more time, Little Mate; I won't be able to stop myself after this," Azael said, his black eyes now swirling with turquoise.

"Yeah, I'm sure about it," Astrid gulped, but not out of fear but of nervousness and intimidation brought on by Azael's proximity.

Azael bared...