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ounce of rage until you came along. Your caring and nurturing ways impacted me. I want to save you,
though it means becoming something you may not want.
But you said you wouldn t turn me&
If he knew of any other way, he wouldn t. It s what needs to be done or I ll lose you forever. I just
hope you won t regret immortality.
A tear slid down her cheek. He brushed it away, surprised by the lack of warmth from her skin.
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Do you trust me?
Yes, she whispered. I want to love you forever.
Rook removed the moonstone from her hand and put it in his pocket. He bent over her and rested his
teeth against her neck. Eyes closed, he bit down and pierced her skin. The rush of liquid warmed his insides
like fine brandy.
It had been ages since he last fed from a human, but even then it had never satisfied him. Ember s
blood affected him differently. Its sweet, rich taste awakened his taste buds and stirred a bevy of emotions
deep inside. The more he drank, the more he craved.
Careful to not get caught up in her decadence, he withdrew his fangs and licked up the remaining
droplets of blood from around her neck.
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Ember woke with a start surrounded by sheer drapes bathed in red. Beneath her were sheets that
caressed her nakedness. Colors appeared more vivid. Her body charged. New blood pumped through her
veins. Gone was the mind fog she d been under. As if awakened from some deep slumber that she couldn t
shake before.
She sat up and looked around the lavish room. It was a far cry from the Amazon rainforest, though
she d always remember her time there.
A moment later, Rook entered wearing a robe and a sexy smile.
My love, you re awake. He set a goblet down on the nightstand and sat on the edge of the bed.
Yes, though I thought I was dreaming. I take it this is home?
Just wait until you see the rest of the manor. When you feel up to it, you re welcome to roam to your
heart s content.
She almost feared to ask but had to know. How s Faolan?
Like you, he s on the mend. He s preparing to meet with other clan leaders. For now, war has been
avoided. But much needs to be done to put things right again. We need to seek those who left their clans to
join the rogues. They ll need to be kept track of. Some of the rogue spies will be punished.
Sounds like overall good news.
Things could definitely have been worse. How about you? You look radiant. How do you feel?
That was a little harder to pinpoint. Better. Different. Restless. Truth be told, I feel like too much
woman in too small a skin.
He rested his hand on hers and gave it a gentle squeeze. To be expected. You ve been through many
changes. It will take some time before your body fully adjusts.
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Ember hoped it would be sooner rather than later. A craving of extreme measures screamed from
inside her. She didn t know for what, but it was ravenous. Like a starved animal inside her was trying to
claw its way out.
I need something, she hissed. I don t know what but my insides are burning.
She gripped Rook s wrist and pulled it toward her lips.
Easy, love, he soothed.
Ember wanted to taste him. Drink from him. Savor his essence.
He reached for the goblet with his other hand and offered it to her. Drink this. It will help quell your
appetite. I promise.
She clasped her shaky hands around the base of the goblet and looked into the deep red liquid.
Her stomach knotted. What is it?
Drink first, and then I ll tell you.
She did as he suggested. At first the thick liquid made her gag. Her second try went down better. It
tasted metallic and turned sweet. When she finished the final drop the craving ceased. A sense of normalcy
returned. She met Rook s gaze. Was that blood?
He took the goblet from her and set it back on the nightstand. Yes, but it s not from a human, and is
packed with nutrients.
Can t say I ever expected to drink blood before, human or otherwise. She d have to find a way to
get over that. For a moment there I was worried I d bite you.
He gestured to the goblet. That s why I came prepared. You ll learn how to control the cravings over
time. I ll look after you.
She wasn t used to hearing those words from anyone. I m used to taking care of everyone else.
I m the lucky one who gets to take care of you for a lifetime.
Ember took his hand in hers. Thank you.
His brows arched. For what?
You gave me a second chance at life. And you helped me to find myself.
You mean the moonstone helped you.
She shook her head. It s more than that. By the time I arrived in the Amazon, I d already turned my
back on my gift, and on life. I didn t know who I was, and didn t care. The moonstone recognized my
witch blood, but I didn t believe it. The more I resisted, the stronger it made me. I know who I am now.
Rook unrobed and crawled beneath the covers beside her. Who would that be?
I m me. With a little bit of witch, empath, healer and vampire thrown in.
Don t forget coy and combative, he teased. Oh, and stubborn.
You re walking a thin line, she cautioned playfully.
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Propped on his side, he leaned in and kissed her breast. You re also the woman I fell in love with.
That will never change.
Ember wrapped her hand around his cock and stroked him to a fierce erection. I sense another
craving coming on.
His hand moved to the juncture between her thighs and dipped a finger into her wetness.
So soon? he asked and sealed his mouth around her nipple.
Yes. She sighed in pleasure at his expert touch. A craving for you.
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About the Author
To learn more about Ann Cory, please www.anncory.com. Send an email to Ann Cory at
anncory_erotica@yahoo.com.
Look for these titles by Ann Cory
Now Available:
Under a Warlock's Spell
Melting Iron
Blame the Rain
The Howl and the Pussycat
Uncovering Egypt
Desire hot enough to reach through the ages and melt the sands of time.
Uncovering Egypt
© 2008 Ann Cory
Jasmine Devi is eager to start digging up artifacts on a field expedition to Giza. But finding a hidden
chamber and an ancient bracelet could change this Egyptologist s life forever.
King Okpara is called through time to stop what he believes is someone stealing his former queen s
sacred jewel. When he finds the bracelet firmly attached to the wrist of a woman of impeccable beauty, his
plans change. Believing Jasmine is destined to be his new queen, Okpara needs to use all of his skill to
convince her to step back in time with him.
In the face of Okpara s campaign to gain her trust and cater to her innermost desires, how can Jasmine
refuse?
Warning: Explicit sex, hot Egyptian men and a unique body chamber.
Enjoy the following excerpt for Uncovering Egypt:
All her years of study hadn t prepared her for how remarkable it felt to be standing in an actual piece
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