Chapter 1 Midnight whispers

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Valérie's thoughts wandered to her past, to the days when she was mortal, living in the sun-kissed fields of Provence. Her life had been a simple one, filled with laughter and love, until the fateful night she was transformed. The memories still lingered, a bittersweet reminder of what she had lost.

As she approached the masquerade ball, the sound of music and laughter grew louder. Valérie's heart raced with anticipation. She had heard rumors of a mysterious nobleman, one who was said to possess piercing eyes and a charming smile. Some whispered that he was a vampire, like herself, while others claimed he was a mere mortal, with a heart full of kindness.

Valérie's curiosity was piqued. She pushed open the doors, and a warm light spilled out, bathing her in its radiance. The ballroom was a sea of color and movement, with masks glinting like diamonds in the candlelight. She scanned the room, her eyes searching for the elusive nobleman.

And then, she saw him.

Alexander stood across the room, his eyes locked on hers, his smile dazzling. Valérie's breath caught in her throat as he began to move towards her, his steps graceful and fluid. The world around her melted away, leaving only the two of them, suspended in time.

Their dance was a whispered promise, a gentle caress of fingers, and a soft rustle of silk. Valérie felt the room spin around her, her senses overwhelmed by the proximity of this mysterious stranger. As the music swelled, their bodies swayed in perfect harmony, their hearts beating as one