Chapter 14

Chapter 14
Even though I was forced to obey Markus' order, I still put on the clothes he pointed out on the sofa. It was a black dress. The length reached my feet, and it had a slit that didn't go up to my thigh. Just right to not see my legs when I walk. The style is off-shoulders; you can see my shoulders and neck in full view. I didn't even put make-up on my face. My natural appearance gave me an elegant look. The clothes are fancy, but my face is simple yet seductive with innocent vibes.

As I looked at myself in the reflection of the mirror, I remembered what my neighbors and co-workers told me: that I looked different from the typical countryside woman. My skin is white and has a porcelain complexion. My straight hair is brown, which suits my heart-shaped face. My eyes are like hazelnuts. They say that it is my best asset because when they look into my eyes they are attracted and hypnotized. Sometimes I just laugh at them. Their description of me is too exaggerated. I think I'm just a simple girl who grew up in the countryside with nothing special.

But what do I see now in the mirror? It's like my appearance is different from a simple girl before. This elegant dress emphasizes my facial assets even more.

After I got dressed, Markus and I left using his limousine. There was a driver in the front, so it was just the two of us in the back of the car. I was a little nervous because he was quiet by my side. I don't know what he was thinking at that time. While in the car, I came up with a plan. Escaping from Markus. I will not let him lock me up with his vampire family or relatives. I don't want to be their dinner!

When the car stopped in front of a mansion, my nervousness doubled. Is this really a mansion or a castle? It's so big! What are we going to do here?

My thoughts were answered when we went inside. It was a gathering. I was scared when they all looked at Markus and me when we entered the entrance of the mansion. Their ordinary eyes turned all red. And their fangs are out! I didn't realize that I was holding Markus's arm. I noticed that they were looking in my direction!

What bad things did I do, and they look angry at me?

"Why is she here?"

"I thought she was dead?"

"If the Supremo finds out about this he will be angry,"

That's what I heard around me. They were whispering around. Buzzing like a bee.

"Stop staring at her or else I will remove all your fangs out" Markus told them.

"Her blood is very fragrant..."

"If I can touch her, I will definitely not get tired of drinking her blood. I will drink it all; I won't leave even a single drop."

I held Markus's arm tightly. What I hear makes me even more afraid! Why did he bring me here? Does he want me to disappear from the world immediately? Do they want to make me their dinner?

"What commotion is this?"

We all looked at the person who spoke. I saw him at the top of the fancy stairs. His face is gentle, fair-skinned, with red eyes. His dimple on his right cheek is also noticeable. He looks nice. Looks like an angel.

"Supremo"

They all bowed to pay their respects to him. I'm the only one who didn't do that. Is he what they call a Supremo? Why does he look innocent? Markus looks like he won't do anything better than him.

"Hmm... Markus" he said when he saw Markus. Then he looked in my direction. He frowned. "…and Celestine?"

From Markus bowing, he went to me and blocked me as if the one they called Supremo would do something bad to me, and he needed to protect me from him.

"Don't hurt Celestine. I came here just to warn you. Otherwise, I will be forced to kill you." Markus threatened.

What is really going on? Why do they all know me? I just saw them all today. Yeah, except for Markus, who is unfortunately my boss.

"You haven't changed, Markus. You're still stubborn. Have you forgotten what her family did to us?"

"Celestine had nothing to do with that. Leave her alone"

"What are you talking about? I don't understand you. Please can at least one of you explain all this to me?" I interrupted their conversation. They have been talking about me and my family for a while now, but I don't remember any of them.

"I see…" Supremo said later. "Follow me, Markus. Leave Celestine here. What I'm going to tell you is important, and she doesn't need to know that."

"I won't leave her here."

"You want trouble tonight? I'll end the life you've been saving for good. Do you want that?" Supremo's gentle face changed. His expression became dark and evil. Earlier, I did not feel afraid of him. But now, horror and fear are slowly creeping through my body. There is something different about his aura that will really scare you. This is probably why he is the Supremo of the vampires.

A few moments passed. Markus looked straight at Supremo, challenging him, but he was the first to look away. Giving up. He left in front and looked at me with concern in his eyes.

Something in my heart fluttered when I saw the expression on his face. If I didn't know he was crazy, I might believe him.

"You stay here, Celestine. I will watch over you with my men. Don't be afraid. As long as I live, no one can hurt you. The Supremo and I will just talk, and then I'll come back."

"But…" I can't tell him not to leave me here among the hungry vampires. I might just notice for a second that something was already sucking my blood. They look thirsty in my blood.

"Just a moment. Don't worry. It's not going to go too long". I couldn't move when he touched both of my cheeks and kissed my forehead as a sign of leaving. Even though I didn't want my cheeks to blush, I couldn't stop it. I was shocked by his gesture to me. He was so different from the Markus or Marko I knew, whatever his real name was.

He left me dumbfounded by what he did. After he left, ten men approached me. I met them when Markus brought me here to this gathering. So I was reassured that they had no bad intentions. They were really Markus' men.

I went to the corner part of the banquet. It's better to be far away from their eyes than to stare at me all night, and want to bite my neck.

As I was thinking while waiting for Markus to arrive, something popped into my mind. It was my chance to escape from Markus. I don't want to be with vampires. Yes, Markus will protect me from other vampires, but how long will he be able to do that? Especially if Supremo does me harm. I think Supremo has a secret anger towards me because of the way he looked at me earlier.

Because of the thought of the plan to escape, I told them that I wanted to go to the comfort room. Even when I said I was okay alone, they didn't agree, they would watch me even outside the comfort room. They are very loyal to Markus. I can't trick them properly. They are too strict.

I went to the comfort room. There was no one inside, so I took a deep breath because of the relief I felt. I looked for a window that I could go through. I saw only one. It was at the far end of the cubicle. I have to step on the toilet bowl to reach the window. I went back to the comfort room door and locked it. I don't want to risk it.

Even though I was nervous, I had to do it. I took off my high heels, so I could climb out the window and not slip on the toilet bowl. My heart beat faster while climbing slowly. I made several attempts before I could finally climb the window. It's hard to move when you're wearing a gown. It slows me down.

When I successfully climbed up and reached the outside, I quickly ran away. Not paying attention even if I'm barefoot. The location of the comfort room is good; the back of it is dark. I think it's a garden of the mansion because of the many plants I see.

I ran quickly while holding the hem of my gown, so I could move properly. The sweat on my forehead started to drip down my cheeks. I hope Markus doesn't catch me. It would be a waste to run away if Markus catches me.

As I looked behind me while running, I bumped into something in my front. I threw myself hard. I plank on the grass.

"Ugh…" I held my hips. That's the part that hit the ground.

"Sorry, are you okay? I didn't notice you. You suddenly appeared out of nowhere" said a male voice. He sounds familiar.

"Ugh…" I moaned again. I felt like I was hit hard because of the strong impact.

"Hey, are you okay?"

"Do I look okay?" I sarcastically asked. He asked me if I was okay. What if he's the one who gets hit hard? Will he be okay? I doubt that.

"Celestine?"

"Huh?" I looked at him.