Love Bites:Guide to Dating a vampire and werewolf

Into The Shadows.

Lila woke up with a dull headache, results of her restless night. Her body felt like wood,but her mind raced with images of Adrian Ravencroft. 

He wasn't just another handsome face. There was something about him—something that felt dangerous and She knew she had to push him out of her head.

With a heavy sigh, she dragged herself out of bed and headed to the kitchen. The morning sunlight seemed harsh against her inner turmoil. As she boiled water for tea, she checked her phone. No messages. Not even from Caleb.

She told herself it didn't matter. Caleb had always prioritized work over her, and she was used to it. But after last night, his absence felt more pronounced, like a weight on her chest.

The silence in her apartment became unbearable, so she decided to go out. Maybe a coffee at her favorite café would help clear her mind—or at least drown her thoughts in caffeine.

The café, nestled between a bookstore and a florist, was a short walk away. Its familiar warmth greeted her as she walked in. The scent of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the soft chatter and clinking cups. She ordered her usual oat milk latte and sank into her favorite corner booth.

Lila pulled out her notebook, hoping to write and sort through her feelings. But her mind refused to focus. Her pen hovered aimlessly over the paper.

Then she felt it again—that strange sensation of being watched.

She looked up, and Adrian was right there.

He entered the café with an air of ownership, his dark coat and sharp features making him seem almost unreal. The light glinted off a chain at his neck as he scanned the room, locking eyes with her.

Lila's breath caught in her throat. She didn't know whether to hide or confront him.

Before she could decide, Adrian approached her, his movements unhurried and confident. He slid into the seat across from her, leaning back with a casual ease.

"Good morning," he said, his voice smooth with a hint of amusement.

Lila gripped her pen tighter. "What are you doing here?"

"Getting coffee," he replied, a small smile playing on his lips.

She raised an eyebrow. "You expect me to believe you just happened to show up here? Again?"

"Believe what you like," Adrian shrugged. "I'd call it fate."

"Fate?" she echoed, Confused.

He leaned in, resting his elbows on the table. "You don't believe in it?"

"I don't believe in coincidences this big," she retorted.

His smirk deepened, and he studied her as if trying to unravel her secrets. "Maybe it's not a coincidence, then."

Her pulse quickened. "What is it, then?"

"Something worth exploring," he said softly.

Lila swallowed, feeling exposed under his gaze. There was something about him that made her feel vulnerable, as if he could see through her defenses. She hated it, yet she couldn't deny the curiosity stirring within her.

"What do you want from me?" she asked quietly.

Adrian tilted his head, thoughtful. "Maybe I just want to get to know you."

Lila almost laughed, but his serious tone stopped her. "Why me?"

"Why not you?" he countered, his gaze steady.

She had no answer. Deep down, she knew she couldn't explain it either.

Adrian reached into his coat pocket and slid a small card across the table.

"What's this?" she asked, picking it up hesitantly.

"An invitation," he said with a teasing edge. "If you're curious."

The card had only an address written in elegant script. No name, no instructions. Just an address.

Lila stared at it, her stomach twisting. "This is insane," she muttered.

"Insane?" Adrian echoed, standing up. "Or intriguing?"

Before she could argue, he was already at the door. He glanced back once, his gray eyes meeting hers, and then he was gone.

Lila sat there, staring at the card. Everything about him screamed trouble. She knew she should walk away.

But something about him—about the way he drew her in without trying—made it impossible to leave.Lila's thoughts swirled as she held the card. She took a deep breath and slipped it into her pocket, resolving to focus on her day. As she left the café, she couldn't shake the feeling of being watched, her senses on high alert.

The rest of her day was a blur. At her new job, her colleagues noticed she was distracted, but she dismissed their concerns with forced smiles. Her mind kept drifting back to Adrian and the invitation. By the time she returned home, the card felt like it was burning a hole in her pocket.

She sat at her desk, staring at the address. Her curiosity battled with her sense of caution. Finally, she made up her mind. She would go, just to see what Adrian was upto.

The next evening, Lila found herself standing in front of an old, ivy-covered mansion. The address on the card matched, but there were no signs or lights indicating what lay within. She hesitated, taking in the eerie stillness of the place before pushing open the heavy wooden door.Inside, the mansion was dimly lit, the air thick with the scent of aged wood and something floral. The hallway led to a grand staircase, and she could hear faint voices echoing from somewhere deep within.

Gathering her courage, Lila followed the sound, her footsteps barely making a noise on the plush carpet. The voices grew louder, and she found herself in a large room filled with people. They mingled and chatted, their clothes a blend of modern and vintage styles. It felt like stepping into another era.

A familiar voice called her name. She turned to see Adrian, standing near a fireplace, a glass of wine in hand. He approached her with that same unsettling confidence.

"You made it," he said, a satisfied smile on his lips.

Lila folded her arms, trying to appear more confident than she felt. "What is this place?"

Adrian's smile widened. "A sanctuary for those who seek more than the ordinary."

"More than the ordinary?" she repeated, her skepticism clear.

He nodded, looking around the room. "Everyone here has a story, a unique talent or gift. This is a place where they can explore and harness that potential."

Lila glanced around, taking in the faces of the guests. There was a woman with a shock of white hair, her eyes unnervingly bright. A man in the corner seemed to disappear into the shadows, only to reappear a moment later.

"What makes you think I belong here?" Lila asked, turning her gaze back to Adrian.

"I see something in you," he said simply. "A spark. You may not realize it yet, but you have the potential to do extraordinary things."

Lila felt a strange mixture of flattery and suspicion. "And what if I don't want to be extraordinary?"

Adrian laughed softly. "That's a choice you'll have to make. But I have a feeling your curiosity won't let you walk away so easily."

She had no idea what she was getting into, but the pull of the unknown was too strong to ignore.She knew she had to leave so she Feigned feeling ill and excused herself.

As she left the mansion, her thoughts were a whirlwind of possibilities and fears. She knew her life was about to change, but she couldn't predict how or why.

The mystery only deepened her curiosity.She Remembered Mia's Advice to avoid Adrian as he was very dangerous but as she stood on the brink of a new adventure, Lila realized that sometimes the most terrifying paths led to the most incredible destinations. And maybe, just maybe, this was her path to find.She also knew she had to Confide in someone,Not just anyone but her friend Mia but she was scared of Mia scolding her or judging her for not heeding her warnings.She struggled and could barely function as her head wasn't clear but would she tell Mia?