Vampire's Love

Katarina 's POV:

I looked around my small room longingly as I am leaving my safe haven today. Though it hasn't been painted in a while, I love my room and I appreciate everything I have as I know how much hard my parents work to provide for me. That's why I didn't run away till now. I wore the beautiful peach color dress which my mom bought me. she helped me with my hair.

The day I thought never come has arrived. I hate them with a passion all my life. Now I am have to live with them. Even if it will be for short time, I still couldn't fathom it. I have no right to reject it.

Why did the Vampire Council even select me after knowing my hatred towards their kind? That too to that monster Alexander Ivanov. He literally is the uncrowned king of our world as people kiss the path he walks on. so what's so special about him?

He's a pure blood vampire. There are many pure blood vampires but he and his brothers Are the first descendants of Vampires ever born in the world. They're more powerful and has special abilities. They can't be killed easily.

Vampires. Blood suckers. Humans are well aware of Vampire's existence and they're fine with them as long as they treat everyone equally. Equal? Nah.

The truth is that most humans longs for power and be immortal. when A pure blood vampire lets you drink their blood, then you will become a vampire like them. powerful and you won't age. You age every hundred years. so, one faction of humans are supportive of them including my parents while the other faction wants freedom that includes me.

I sighed and carried on with my packing.

" Kat, I can't wait to see you as bride. Do you know how proud we are of you? " My mom beaming with joy as she helps me pack my clothes.

" yeah, honey. Even the president's daughter is not selected. " my father said as he returns from his night shift. my father works as a fireman.

" it's not a big deal. you're not this happy when I won a full scholarship for Harvard. " I pouted as my mom zipped my suitcase.

" it's good. but this is huge. Don't mess it up. I am serious, Kat. we can be powerful and wealthy if you're good. " my mom replied in a commanding tone.

" behave, young lady. make us proud of becoming the bride. " my father said.

" don't get your hopes up. he's been rejecting everyone since the council introduced this dumbest thing. " I told them. They got angry and about to bash me when doorbell ring.

" Kathy, "

saved by the bell. I ran to the door and opened it. Immediately I was engulfed with a hug from my bestie Ana. we're friends since playschool.

" I am going to miss you. girly, you're one lucky girl. Alexander will be all over for you. " Ana said as she broke from the hug. she wipes her tears. " call me often and stay in touch. if he misbehaves, let me know. I will kick his ass. "

" you do know it's not possible. " I replied smugly for which she pouted.

" Miss. Katarina Hamilton, your ride is here. " a polite middle age man said as he opened the back door of the car.

I waved my parents and Ana goodbye as the car speed off the driveway

Driving through the countryside, I had a little time to marvel at the magnificent scenery, that Ivanov property had to offer.

I saw a sign saying, " Ivanov palace- 20 miles" and had a tremor of fear go through me. I started to checking things out, as I got closer to the castle. Acres and acres of beautiful farmland covered in lush green. It's a treat to the eyes, I wondered how many acres of land were theirs in this place as it looks dense like a forest. But the view was so beautiful. yet scary.

There was a shining lake that stretched out until it was no longer within my eyesight and trees which filled the banks of the lake and continued into an enormous forest, green grass filled with infinite flowers. The sky was clear with only the warm sun in sight that was setting into dusk and a gentle breeze blowing my hair softly in small wisps.

The ride stopped and I looked up to see that we are already in front of Ivanov Palace". The huge black grilled gates opened and let us in. I gasped at the sight of the building. It was absolutely gorgeous and huge, with rolling hills, which are very majestic and almost regal.

"We're here, miss."

I climbed off the car and looks around. it has a big fountain of water and a huge garden. A woman around 40 came to greet me.

"you must be Katarina. I am Gracy, head maid here. You must be tired and hungry after the day so far. We have a room for you ready. all your clothes will be put into the closet by now. . You can sleep this afternoon and meet the guys and other girls later on. He is currently busy with other affairs at the moment but you will meet him after dinner."

I walked with her.I hadn't realized how quiet the palace was, it was silent. Only the sound of our heels pattering across the floor echoed in the halls.

"And this is your room."

I had accidentally bumped into her as she paused in front dark brown wooden door and pushed it open. She then said, "I hope it to your liking."

My jaw dropped. She must be kidding! This is a room? It's the size of a house. The room was beautiful. Pastel purple walls, a white wooden bed with white canopy hanging all around it. There were two tables, one was against the wall in front of the bed and the other was just outside the windowed doors on the balcony. I walked over to the doors and pushed them open. The view was amazing! Blue, blue skies that went on forever, golden sun hitting the lake just right, the light breeze.

"It's beautiful," was all I managed to whisper.

On the wall across from where I stood were two more dark brown, large double doors. I opened the one on the right. There were several racks and hangers that were filled with clothes. It's a freaking walk in wardrobe.

I moved on to the next set of doors. I pulled them open. It was a common room. There two enormous, ivory, elegantly designed couches facing each other and two more exactly the same that were meant for a single person to sit in. In the middle of the couches was a smooth, dark, round coffee table adorn with an ivory lace doily in the shape of a flower. Three black goblets with a candle in each one sat in the middle of the the table. A fireplace was on the right side of the room. At the very end of the room was one more set of dark brown, double doors. I opened it and found a restroom. It was large! Huge! It's walls were a pastel blue, ivory towels, gold sink, shower and tub faucets. The curtains for the shower were pastel blue embroidered with ivory flowers.

I ran back out the room and smiled at her. "it's wonderful!" I exclaimed. though I don't want to live here, why not enjoy my stay here. I decided to enjoy the luxury it offers till I leave. it's not everyday I get this lifestyle. she walked away leaving me alone.

I closed my door as soon as I could no longer hear her footsteps. I stared all around the room.

I don't want to be here, I want to leave but I can't do anything, even if I wanted to. I don't want to be a bride or the keeper for that matter. I hate their very existence. I don't know the first thing about being a keeper. I'm scared...all of this at once. What if I don't have what takes to be a vampire keeper? What if I mess up? Being taken away from usual life and being shoved into this new life. This will be my new home, my life if he chooses me..I suppose I could grow accustom to it sooner or later. I sighed. Even I can't fool myself. I'm scared.

Third person's POV:

Katarina slipped off her dress and changed into something comfortable. She's soon asleep on the bed dreaming of what the night would bring.

She reclined on her bed, luxuriating in the warmth of the sun's rays at the end of the day. Her room looked out over fields planted with roses and tulips. She had no idea how far the city is but She realised that it could not have been that far away. with that she's fallen asleep.

The sun was warm and relaxing and Katarina realised that she slept the entire day. She wondered she's is in trouble already. She shivered at the thought of what might happen. She might get kicked out today itself. just the thought of it is making her day happy which hardly begun.

She heard a knock on her door and opened to see Gracy.

" miss, the master is asking for your presence in his office. " she said.

Katarina nodded and got ready at record speed after all he is going to let her go. That's what she thought.

as she walked through the hallways, she see a group of girls talking to themselves and looks at her with so much hate.

" don't mind them, miss. they're rejected yesterday night itself and master asked them to go. " Gracy answer her without any hesitation.

I am also getting thrown out then, yay! I am attending Harvard then. Katarina smiled inwardly.

***

The Vampire wished to see me? I quickly skipped to her side, "Um, excuse me," I began in a soft voice, "The vampire? What is he like?"

She chuckled, "oh, he is mysterious, almost dark and ominous. he loves to play games." I gulped loudly, she chuckled again. "Don't be frighten, miss. I'm sure your meeting will go well."

Don't be frightened.easy for her to say.

She halted at the door and knocked twice.

"Come in." an amused man's voice answered.

The door flew open;

" master, miss Katarina is here. " Gracy said but he just dismissed by waving his hand fom his back. she bowed and left.

I stood there awkwardly for a while. He is busy with his phone and my stomach started to rumble. I am hungry. Can this better be over soon? I wonder if I still get something to eat before I leave this place.

I walked inside his office . inside the room, there is a large wooden grey color desk and a black rolling chair . To one side are all the books, files neatly arranged in racks and the other side is the lounge . There lays a sofa and a small coffee table.

Almost everything is in grey . He has his back to me as he is talking to someone over the phone.

I couldn't control myself any longer . So, I walked towards him. I tapped his shoulders and turned him .

" what the hell? can't you see I am on phone? " he shouts at me.

" listen Mr. vampire. don't you think you're doing too much? all you are going to do is reject me as well as you did with other girls. so, why waste my time? Just get it done. " I yelled back causing him to smirk.

" if I were you, I would watch my mouth. " He said as he sat in his chair. I sat opposite to him fuming.

" pretty eyes. you're beautiful but your mouth will get you in trouble. who said I am rejecting you? " he asked me causing me to stand up in shock.

is he in delusion?

" I saw your profile. very interesting. you hate my kind. aren't you? " He stood up and walked towards me.

He stood very close to me as I took a moment to look at his face

his face is flawless, his sharp chin, piercing eyes and perfect nose, not too long or too short.

He had tousled dark brown hair, which was thick and lustrous. His eyes were a mesmerising deep ocean blue, flecks of silvery light performed ballets throughout. His face was strong and defined, his features molded from granite. He had dark eye brows, which sloped downwards in a serious expression.

His lips are now twitching to a side.

" done checking me out? " he asked as I blushed at the embarrassment of getting caught.

I am not the one to accept defeat.

" have seen many handsome face than you. if you're not rejecting me, why you called me here? " I huffed.

" well, you don't get it. do you? anyways we have to get to know each other. so, I expect you to join me and my brothers for dinner sharp at 7. " He walked back to his seat.

" what? this is not fair" I blurted out thinking about the girls outside.

" why is that? " he asked me amused.

" the girls you rejected are still outside. don't you think you have to get to know them before rejecting them? " I said as I scrunched my face in disgust when he took a sip of red liquid from the glass.

" it's my decision. none of your business. " he stated simply.

" well, if they're not staying then I am also not living here . I can't be alone with the group of blood suckers. " I said harshly.

" you're here a full day, even knocked out. but still you're not harmed at any way . Then why are you jumping into conclusions? " He angrily spat back.

" you know what. I am letting them stay for the time being. I will give them a chance just to show you . " he said and pressed the bell.

Apparently, he let the other girls to stay as well. The four girls Kristen, Hanna, Diana and Elena came to me . While Elena gives me a smile , the other three glared and shooting daggers with their eyes. Now what did I do wrong? If anything, I am the one who extended their stay. They should be thankful. Maybe they too hate Vampires and was happy to leave . But I spoiled it. So, that's why they're angry.

" Umm, I am sor-" Kristen stopped me midway " Save it. Don't you dare to go near Alexander, he's mine. The other two brothers are for them. So, stay away " With that she walked away along with Hanna and Diana. As if I am longing to be with him, I thought bitterly.

" Don't mind them. How about we hang out together in my room tonight? "She asked me. She looks genuine and no harm in hanging out. Besides I need s distraction. I agreed with her. She swatted my hand away and hugged me.

We both then went together looking around the palace. While walking around the corridor of the three floor, our feet got struck on the floor no matter how hard we try, we couldn't move. We both scared and screamed for help.

" Don't worry , pretty ladies. Your knight is here to save you" A guy came forward from the room that was locked from outside. With the powerful aura emitting from him, I guess it's Alexander brother.

" You're right. I am Alex's young brother Joey. " He said as if he could read my mind.

" Yes, I can invade people's mind. " There he goes again. I mentally sighed at these vampire's abilities.

" You know we are not that bad. Come on, I will show you around. " Seeing my hesitation, " I won't bite unless you ask me to " He said casually.

He is a cool guy to hang out with. Though he is good to us, I can't let my guard down as he is a vampire.

Sitting for the dinner with Alexander , Joey , James, David , Kristen, Hanna, Diana and Elena is the most disgusting thing ever. Alexander is first born, James is second and Joey is the last. David is their step brother. Elena hasn't done anything. She simply had her dinner while stealing glances with James. But the other girls were all over the guys and shamelessly flirting with them. They're let Joey and Alexander to drink blood from them willingly. Alexander looked at me as he bite on the neck of Kristen.It made me gag and puke. I tried to control but I puked all over that David guy. Embarrassed, I ran away from there and straight to Elena with her trailing behind me.

My face is still flushed in red and I covered my face in embarrassment. I am in big trouble. I puked on a vampire.

Elena consoled me and helped me change. I already kept my night dressing her room.

After a while, we got settled in the bed and watched Netflix. A knock on the door made me fear the worst. Elena opened the door and in came David. He looks amused at my appearance.

I hadn't thought that I'd be with anyone other than Lucy today so I was dressed in my old Batman themed pyjama pants and a plain white T-shirt. My blonde hair was simply a mess held together with a hair clip. I did not look my best and as little as I cared about the guy's opinion about me I still didn't want to look like a slob because I was raised better than that.

As much as I hate them, it's my mistake. So, I did what's right. I apologized.

" It's fine. You're not used to this and I can totally understand. I heard you hate my kind . But can we at least be friends? " He asked with pleading eyes.

Never seen such a humble vampire before, I agreed instantly and gave him my hand. He held my hand and kissed at the back of it.

" Look at what we have here. It's Ihatevampire Katarina being lovey dovey with David" Alexander said angrily while glaring at our hands. David pulled his hand away and walked towards him. Alexander then pulled me closer to him. I shivered at the close proximity between us. He whispered " You know you're correct. I am going to get to know the girls. Enjoy your night while I am going to have fun with Kristen. "

I gritted my teeth. The guy had only just came in and I was already getting sick of him. I grew even more annoyed when Elena went on and on about the guy during our "girls' night". I shoved popcorn down my throat still a little annoyed about what Alexander said and forced myself to not tell Elena to shut her mouth, that it was just one hot guy and that she should get over it. But I didn't because I didn't want to ruin our relationship.

"Oh my gosh, was he not like the hottest guy you've ever seen?" Elena asked me for the tenth time and this time I decided to answer just to shut her up but not with the answer she was looking for.

Yes, a million times yes. "No. Too much of a pretty boy", I said disparagingly.

"Are you kidding me? I nearly fainted when I first laid eyes on him", she exclaimed. Her words made me feel both better and worse. Better because I knew then that I wasn't the only one deeply impacted by the guy's looks. But also worse because I was not exactly the kind of person to like someone for their looks. Also him spending the night with Kristen didn't settle well with me. It bothers me some how. I hate it. So ,for us both to be this amazed by some guy did not look good on me.

One week went without any issues as Alexander is away while his brothers parties almost all night. The girls other than me gave into the temptations of joey and James. The vampires use them freely as their blood bags. Elena and I got along well despite her decison of letting James feed of her. She didn't tell me why she changed her decision.

Gracy called us early morning and told us that Alexander is holding a ceremony where he is going to announce his keeper. I gasped in horror and shock. The Alexander who didn't accept anyone aa his keeper before is going to finally his chosen bride. It maybe Kristen. They did spend the night. The three girls are beaming with joy while Elena looked gloomy and teary eyed.

She excuses herself and left. I gave into my urge of following her and went behind her.

" I can't do this anymore. But I have no choice. He threatened to kill my parents if I didn't oblige to his wishes. " She cried into my chest as I hugged her.

" Did he, you know " I hesitated. She immediately shook her head " No, he just feed of me and he said he's going to keep me with him "

I consoled her and asked her to be brave. we got ready for the event Uninterested. The ceremony started a while ago but still no sight of that devil Alexander.

"All You have to do is get rejected by him." I kept telling myself as I followed behind Elena. Upon entering the room, I realized that I had just entered the ball room and I watched the meangirls Kristen, Hanna and Diana flaunt their dresses, dancing to the music while others kept talking to each other. These girls are unbelievable.

I fidgeted with my fingers and noticed some guys eyeing at me as I passed by but decided to ignore their intimate stares. I even got a few compliments and whistles but strangely enough, I didn't feel that uncomfortable. I knew that I wasn't the only one who was dressed up for this ceremony as there were so much prettier girls than me in this room.

"Do you want anything to eat?" an unfamiliar voice made me gasp and turn around to face a butler who was now holding out a tray of foods. I quickly shook my head and he smiled before nodding.

"Can I ask you something?" I asked politely and the butler nodded, his hazel eyes boring into my brown ones.

"I want to know who are these guys?" I questioned softly, my voice barely above a whisper and the butler chuckled.

" Oh, these men are close to the pure bloods. They are our special guests. Don't worry, there's only around 30 unmated males, you'll hardly notice them once the ceremony starts" he said and walked away to tend other guests. I continue to search around for a good hiding spot.

"Ladies and gentleman, welcome!" a voice made me freeze in my position before I looked up to face around five guys coming out off a lift. My stomach tied itself into a knot when I instantly realized that they were not normal people. Vampires.

"We're so happy that you could all make it for this special ceremony at such a short notice." the guy with the light blond hair said out loud and I heard a few giggles behind me.

"It's Tommy, everyone's favorite presenter. he's so cute." I heard girls whispering to each other and my heart raced at her words.

"Alexander Ivanov will be accompanying us in a few minutes." Tommy continued, licking his lips before darting his eyes around the room. A cold shiver crawled down my spine as I tried to keep a straight posture.

"Enjoy." was all I heard before I bumped against a random girl, earning a scowl from her.

"Sorry." I murmured before rushing past her, heading near the restroom where people were least hanging and took a few deep breaths, calming myself down.

" Oh there you are, Hello everyone, this is Katarina Hamilton. She's the one I choose to be my keeper and soulmate. " Alexander said straight away without beating around the bush. My worst nightmare just come true.

But why? ? How did I get chosen?

"Of all the girls, why me...?" a voice repeatedly asked in my head as I took a few steps towards him, fighting back the tears that were now threatening to fall. I felt Alexander glare at me as I walked past him but I kept my gaze on the ground before standing in front of the crowd, next to Elena. We're both unhappy. Apparently James announced Elena as his keeper while joey didn't pick any but chose to keep Kristen, Hanna and Diana until he decides otherwise.

"Miss Katarina " an unfamiliar voice called and I looked up to face a man in his mid-20's, who was now giving me the look of concern. "Why are you crying?" With these words, half the room grew silent and I stared at him in disbelief and confusion before realization hit me like waves. I reached up my fingers to touch my cheeks and sure enough, my fingertips felt the sensation of flowing tears.

"This-this is not what it looks like..." I trailed away, quickly brushing away my tears and I could hear whisperings surfacing around the room as the intense atmosphere clouded around us even more.

"Girl, are you not happy to be his bride?" a lady asked and everyone was now either scowling or staring at me in disgust, undoubtedly not pleased with the fact that I was being selfish, as they like to put it.

"It's-it's not that, I'm-I'm happy but I-" I started stumbling on my words as I watch them shaking their heads in disgust, including the girls standing next to me. I couldn't tell them the truth as my parents pride is at stake.

"I'm just-" before I could finish, someone grabbed my wrist so hard, I winced in pain before he started dragging me outside and I stumbled myself forward as I walked along. I could feel my hands trembling when I realized that it was none other than Alexander himself, as he dragged me along but judging by the force he had on my wrist, he's very pissed.

"Wa-wait..." I choked out, trying to keep up with his fast pace as he walked out of the ballroom, not even bothering to turn around or slow down. Before I could open my mouth to apologize, he turned around and slammed my shoulders to the nearest wall. I winced in pain as I look up to face him who was now glaring down at me, his eyes completely filled with hatred and anger.

"Why the hell are you crying for?!" he snapped, raising his voice and I shrunk back as I pressed my back even further against the wall, trying to come up with a response that wouldn't anger him.

"I'm-I'm sorry, I got scared." I stammered, and on cue, tears started rolling down my cheeks as I tried to swallow in the sob but it was no use. I was almost on the verge of breaking down and he was definitely pushing me to my limits.

"What the hell makes you think I fucking care?!" he retorted, slamming his hands on either side of my neck on the wall, causing me to gasp and jolt up in my position before I pressed my lips together into a thin line. "I chose you because I wanted to. But don't you fucking dare yo oppose. Don't test my patience!" he snapped and I nodded before an uncontrollable sob escaped through my lips which didn't seem to please him at all because his eyes turned a shade darker, if that was even possible.

" stop crying" he started, grabbing my cheeks so roughly, I held his wrist, hoping he would loosen his grip but instead, he held them firmly before holding my face up to meet his eyes.

"Before I make you!" he spat with no remorse in his words and I fought back the tears before nodding, my heart screaming for me to break down while my brain fought to keep myself together.

"o- ok" I choked out and he loosened his grip painfully slow, still keeping his gaze on my eyes as I brushed away my tears before taking a long breath, trying to even my heartbeats.

"Now go in there and tell them they were misunderstood, that the tears weren't tears of fear but tears of joy." he stated, standing up straight and I nodded again, clutching my hands together to stop myself from trembling any further. An arm slipped around my shoulder before he guided us back to the room where everyone was waiting for us and I took one final breath before clearing my throat, looking around the ladies and men, who were now peering at us with suspicion.

"I'm sorry to have gotten you all worried," I barely managed to keep a straight face as I clutched my hands even more tightly. "I-I was just happy and relieved that I was chosen." I lied, looking up at Alexander who was now staring down at me, his eyes not ripping away from my face for even a second.

Never have I felt so sick to make up a lie. After a moment of silence, everyone chuckled and nodded, falling for my lie or pretending to be.