Chapter 18: Chapter 18

Legaxy

I did not think that through.

I'm like, seriously?

Why did I even believe that I could outrun one tricky witch and two broad vampires?

Oh yeah, because I was freaking afraid!

It was like a life and death situation — I had to make a choice.

So could you blame me for choosing to run and flee at the first sign of danger, than to go brave and bold?

Regardless of the rationales, I know it was not the boys' intention to scare me — let alone inflict harm to me.

How do I know that?

Simple.

They never saw me wore clothes before that reveal my curves and show off my assets, or wear makeup for the sake of making myself pretty.

If I did, I was either at home or work — hotel and/or gigs, and should be wearing it at their very presence.

Yes, that strict…

I did try wearing it once, at a co-worker's birthday party and damn, that was the most horrifying experience I have ever witnessed because the three boys went nuts.

Full predatory stance and it was hell on earth.

I had to go home early that day just for them to calm down and not ruin the celebration…

I know, it was the worse overreaction I have ever encountered but I already have forgiven them for that.

Still, it was not easy to forget…

That's why when I saw that familiar hint of disturbance on their faces; the change of eye colors and the devilish smirks, I knew I had to run from them.

No questions.

Just run as fast as my long legs could carry me…

Though as human, as I was, I couldn't move fast enough. Even if I was the best runner from the Olympics or any athletic tournaments, I could not beat these supernatural beings.

Particularly, when you're wearing freaking four-inch heels!

Well, that was three hours ago…

Now, we're all at the ball.

As my parents have promised, the occasion was safe and free of threats — both from the mixed-race and hunting season. No injuries are yet to be reported, or any episode of getting eaten alive occurred, for the past few hours that we are here.

Actually, it was way better than expected because the human race was wholeheartedly accepted by the mixed race. While for the latter, they learned to truly tolerate the temptation, improving them to fully open their arms and embraced the mortal existence.

In short, everybody was getting along with each other.

Not to mention, some RED matches were already transpiring, making this event successful enough that Mum couldn't help but survey the room to make reports on the said accomplishment.

Just like what they needed…

However, as the circumstance was thriving, Dad was still on edge.

Typical of him.

In that few hours at the ball, he already made a lot of quick calls and jumped into short meetings after meeting with the high officials regarding the security of all the attendees. He even conducted and joined several rounds of those perimeter checks.

‘Just for extra precaution,’ he told me, two hours ago as he left me to do his work.

While for the boys, they were working on finding their REDs — yeah, DO NOT DISTURB them.

As for me, I was beginning to feel relaxed, considering the predicament I had earlier.

You see, aside from the boys' problems with me all dressed up, they also had issues with me on how many heads my evening look could turn.

Mum and Dad had to step up during this part of the trouble because the boys progressed on not just guarding me, but also acting extremely possessive over me, resulting in them putting their priority on me instead of searching for their REDs.

At first, I thought, it was okay knowing my attire was seriously attracting men and I hated the idea of getting a lot of attention from them. However, when one male species attempted to converse with me, the three men caused a big scene.

Like, a really big scene where they almost killed the man.

Thankfully, the dude was a Vampire.

Or else, authorities in the human world would not comprehend the sudden display of violence towards a fellow who just wanted to talk to a dame…

Anyway, discovering that their sense of domination over me was luring more attention than usual, and bringing them to forget all about their RED hunting, I asked them — GENTLY, if I may add — to stop and remind them of their goal of finding their respective matches.

And that was not easy…

It took us, both my parents and I, about half an hour; with a little bit of convincing and assurance that I would be okay for I have my kind here — roaming around the room — before thy men left me and started their journey on finding their pair.

I seriously let out a sigh of relief after that.

Currently, I'm just chatting around with other human beings. Checking if they were comfortable and happy with how the ball was going.

Sure, it was not my job to do that but these people are my kind. So, it's not that hard to understand why I wanted them to feel all welcome here.

As I said, it's just how I was; how I function as a human, and how thoughtful I was as a person.

It would be safe to say as well that I was greatly influenced by my work since I was working in an industry where hospitality was highly taught and spread.

Yeah, I know.

I'm such a goody-two-shoes so let those waves of laughter go and do that eye rolls…

“So Ms. Dyme, ” Zinnia, one of the humans I have befriended with for the last two hours at the ball, excitedly started, “is it really true that you are adopted by the mixed-race? How was it? How's life living in a house full of the most dangerous beings in the world?” she rapid fires me, her tone full of wonder and curiosity.

“Zin, don't be like that.” Yvette, another human, and friends with Zinnia, scolded.

Zin pouted and playfully sticks out her tongue at Yvette.

Yvette only rolled her eyes and with an apologetic smile, she faced me.

“Sorry about Zin's bluntness, Ms. Dyme. She's just too excited about the fact that we're standing on a real castle and meeting fictional creatures that we thought only exist in a book… well, not until now,” she explains.

I chuckled.

“Please, for the tenth time tonight, call me Legaxy and that's okay, Evee.” I offered a smile at the small brown-headed girl, “we all have different believes in the human world and not one of them includes the creatures of the dark.”

The two bobbed their head in agreement.

“So true…” Yvette said and took another sip of her wine.

“But Ms. Legaxy,” Zinnia whined, “could you please tell us what you think about them? About the Vampires and Witches… What will be our expectations as they become our partner or vice verse with us?”

I shook my head at the fiery redhead.

“There are no expectations from both parties, Zin. You just gonna listen to what your heart is saying.” I simply explained, earning a sigh of relief from her.

Hold up.

Was she really that bothered now?

“How about standards, Ms. Legaxy?” Yvette asked concern was evident in her tone, “Do they have one? Should we adjust ourselves for them or them to us?” she added.

She too?

Okay, now I have to clarify something here…

“Oh no, Evee. There are none.”

I instantly stared at the two who looks like they still have a million and one questions for me. Then, seeing that I need to ease them, I shortly flashed them my warm smile.

“Whatever negative thoughts you guys are distressing about, you should stop that now because it will not help you control your nerves.” I started gently while tucking my loose black strand around my ear, “Being in love with these creatures are very magical, ladies. It's unlike any other forces or sensations you will ever experience with a human relationship.

You see, with them mixed-race, you can be your true self without any second thoughts. With them, you don't need to adjust, just to please them. With them, you can breathe, you could live and could conquer whatever your heart desires… with them, you can guarantee that you will have a future full of unconditional love, unending care, and utmost respect.

That's how special it is, and to think that it will be you and only you who will feel the magical pull once you find your match, is something to be considered as a blessing already.

So don't think too much about their standards or preferences. Their likes and dislikes… Your RED will certainly accept you no matter what happens and will love you just the way you deserve. ” I enlightened, prompting the table to go silent.

Feeling that I said something wrong, stupid or hurtful, I instantly glanced up to glance at them.

Surprisingly, both of them were gaping at me with full of admiration and fondness that I felt my cheeks burn.

Thank you for the being who invented blush powder since it will cover the natural hue from my skin — saving me from embarrassment!

“It sounds so dreamy, Ms. Legaxy.” Zia finally commented with a dramatic sigh.

“Sure is,” Yvette conceded with a full-blown smile, “thank you for that, Ms. Legaxy. It really made me believe that somebody is really out there, patiently waiting for me.” She added and surprisingly, she hugged me.

Zinnia joined in after.

“You two are welcome,” I murmured after I freed myself from the group hug.

“Quick question though, Ms. Legaxy, have you been in love before?” Zinnia inquired, both looking and sounding interested in me.

That caught me off guard.

Me?

In love?

Oh, dear… How should I put this?

“Actually, I — ”

“Hailey?”

“Flower?”

Two deep husky voices, which I recognized as Howard and Axel's, interrupted me.

I turned from my chair and just in time to find the two standing behind my back.

Before I could even acknowledge their presence, I saw Howard eyeing Yvette while Axel on Zinnia.

Both men have blank expressions.

Then, their eyes' irises dilated and shockingly, a white mist appeared in their eyes, covering their original color and making it look like they had cataracts.

Woah…

I looked at the two girls, who were presently standing from their seats, and their eyes did the same.

Double Woah…

And then, with a blink, all their eyes turned normal again.

I was about to voice out my concerns at the guys when the two moved and pushed past by me.

Unexpectedly, and without any words, they hugged the girls; Howard engulfing Yvette in a tight hug while Axel embraced Zinnia more gently.

That's when I understood it, the boys found their match.

Holy mother of all grace!

Does this mean I have sisters then?

And to think that it's the girls from the ball…

I smiled.

Immediately, I excused myself and shortly conceded on searching for the family so I could tell them what happened.

Not knowing where the others are, I just decided to go to Dad first, remembering that he was the last person I have known the whereabouts with.

I ascended the stairs, shockingly with a haste even with the heels.

What?

I'm just excited.

When I was on the second floor, I was quick to recall that I have no idea where the meeting room was.

I facepalmed.

So, with a bit to my lower lip, I concluded that I will ask somebody for directions.

I know there are soldiers here, somewhere…

I was just walking mindlessly along the hallways when I finally found someone to question.

I tried to wave as I thought he saw me, but receiving no response from him, I run towards him.

Not the literal sense, but still my feet worked with urgency…

Up close, I noticed him wearing a blue-tailored suit with a black undershirt and a bow tie. His blonde hair was long on the top until down his neck, but short on the sides.

However, what really caught my attention was his posture; it was rigid, and that he's looking at me like he's seen a ghost.

Odd.

Nonetheless, with the excitement from what happened before running through my veins and sense of necessity to find Dad, I just bluntly asked him.

“Excuse me, Sir, but I was looking for the meeting room. Can you tell me where it is?”

The tall blonde man didn't respond to me at first, making me assume that he didn't hear me.

I was about to inquire again when I noticed his icy blue eyes looking over my features; starting from my face to the tip of my toes. Not in a lustful manner though, but much in surprise.

Like he somehow knew me, but couldn't wrap his finger around the idea as to where or when he saw me…

Then, his eyes shifted back to look at my face. He stared at me, and this time, his face softened.

I waved again at him, feeling awkward and nervous.

“Um, hi? Do I need to… repeat myself or… you just don't understand what I was saying?” I shyly questioned.

The handsome devil only smirked and with a clear of the throat, he mumbled, “It's on the fourth door to the left, Miss. Just walk straight from here.”

Oh God, that voice!

It was so deep and masculine, it almost reminded me of hot sex on a cold day.

What!

Why did I just think about that?

I felt myself blushed at the sudden naughty thought I just had and that's when I realized, I hadn't said anything to him.

Seriously?

Get a grip, Legaxy!

You're clearly humiliating yourself…

“Oh, thank you so much…?” I timidly eyed him, hoping he gets my point that I was asking for his name.

Surprisingly, he did and flashed me his perfectly aligned teeth.

I did catch a glimpse of fangs at the front though.

So that's why!

He's a vampire.

Yet, I'll be damn…

He's very handsome for an ordinary vampire that it completely enraptured me.

No!

Stop!

I should not feel like this.

But this man…

He made me blush for the first time in my life and got me shy away without even doing anything.

Is this how their charm works?

However, I should not be affected by this…

Yet, I was.

But… how?

Ugh, cursed Vampire men and their extraordinary beauty!

“Theo,” he finally declared, snapping me out of my internal conversation, “Theo Callix Gray.”