All Chapters of Short stories (like in haven): Chapter 81 - Chapter 90

Maya’s pulse pounded in her ears as she stared at Kael and Orion. Both men watched her, their eyes fierce, each waiting for her answer. She felt the weight of their gazes, like she was standing at the edge of a cliff.Finally, she whispered, “Why do you both want me?”Kael’s jaw tightened, a flash of something dark and unreadable in his eyes. He stepped closer, his presence overpowering. “You belong with me, Maya. You felt it the moment we met.”Orion scoffed, his icy gaze locked on Kael. “Don’t let him fool you, Maya. Kael wants power, control. He’s only interested in you because you’re… different.”Maya’s eyes darted between them. “Different? What does that mean?”Kael’s expression softened, just a hint. “You wouldn’t understand yet. But I do.” His voice was almost gentle, and for a moment, she felt drawn to him.But Orion shook his head, a sad smile on his face. “He’ll trap you, Maya. Trust me—he’s done it before.”A sudden coldness settled over her. “What do you mean?” she asked,

Maya’s mind was in chaos. Standing between Kael and Orion, she felt her heart pounding as if it wanted to break free from her chest. The cold night air bit into her skin, making her shiver. But it was more than just the cold. It was the weight of the choice she was about to make. Her life would never be the same after tonight.Orion looked at her with soft, kind eyes. He had always been there for her, a friend she could count on, someone who made her feel safe. If she chose him, she could have a life of peace. She could walk away from all the strange, dark things that Kael had pulled her into. With Orion, life would be simple.But then there was Kael, standing in the shadows, his intense gaze fixed on her. His presence was powerful, almost overwhelming. Every time she looked at him, her heart raced in a way she couldn’t control. He was dangerous, yes, but he was also magnetic, and she couldn’t deny the strange pull she felt toward him. It was as if something inside her was drawn to hi

Maya's heart thudded in her chest as they left the room, the weight of the meeting pressing down on her. The threat of the rival vampire coven still hung in the air like a storm waiting to break. But there was something else-something far more immediate-that seemed to cling to her every step.Kael had been quiet since they left the others, but Maya could feel his presence beside her like a fire, constant and intense. His every movement, every breath, felt charged, as if there was an electricity in the air whenever he was near.The further they walked down the narrow corridor, the more Maya noticed how tense his shoulders were, how his eyes kept darting to every shadow, every corner, as if expecting danger to emerge at any moment. But even more noticeable was how tightly his hand gripped hers. It wasn't just protective anymore; it was possessive. They reached the door to a small room at the end of the hall, and Kael stopped, pulling Maya closer to him. He pressed his body against hers

The morning light filtered through the heavy curtains, casting soft patterns across the room. Maya sat up in bed, the warmth of the sun contrasting with the cold thoughts that lingered in her mind. She had spent the night turning over everything Kael had said and done. His words, his touch, they felt too real to ignore, but at the same time, they were too overwhelming to fully accept.She glanced around the room, noting the silence that filled the space. No servants had come in yet, and Kael was nowhere to be found. The quietness felt strange, as if the mansion itself was holding its breath, waiting for something to happen.Maya sighed and swung her legs over the side of the bed, her feet touching the cool floor. She stood up, her body stiff from the stillness of the night. Her mind raced as she made her way to the window, pulling back the heavy curtains to reveal the world outside. The gardens below were bathed in soft sunlight, peaceful and calm, but her heart couldn’t mirror the se

Maya walked beside Kael, her mind still racing after the encounter with his mistresses. The tension from the meeting still hung in the air, making her feel uncomfortable and small. She wasn’t sure what had just happened, but she knew one thing—things were changing, and she wasn’t sure if she was ready for it.Kael had been silent since they left the room, his face hard and unreadable. Maya tried to make sense of everything, but the weight of his mistresses’ stares still pressed against her. What was she supposed to think? They had made her feel like she didn’t belong, like she was just another woman in Kael’s long line of lovers.She wanted to ask him what that all meant, but she was too afraid. Afraid of what he might say, afraid of how he might look at her. But the silence between them was worse than any answer he could give.Kael led her into a smaller, more private room—one that seemed far more welcoming than the cold, distant hallway. He closed the door behind them, and for a mom