Later that evening
Adrienne
I turned over in the massive bed; the new soft satin gliding against my skin. My mind fluttered back to earlier in the day. God! That was so embarrassing.
Delphine was my grand-maitresse, according to other vampires. She said she could not salvage the dressing robe I was wearing earlier. I felt a flush come upon my face at the notion. I had menstruated on several very expensive items belonging to King Erebus.
I had apologized profusely and offered to attempt to clean the items, but Erebus dismissed the idea. He had told me not to fret over it. That didn't stop me from feeling badly.
I had received two new dressing robes, one plain from the infirmary and another intriguing one. The one I was wearing now was silk, short sleeved, pale blue and had lace flowers. It was trimmed with satin ribbon. I couldn't begin to imagine how much it cost, and none of Erebus's protestations could stop the guilt bubbling inside me.
Running my hand over the trim, I lay back on the very comfortable pillows. The soft sound of a piano filtered its way into the room. Whoever was playing was excellent. The soft notes complimented a beautiful romantic melody. The music flowed gently and thoroughly; I closed my eyes and savored the sound.
Standing from the bed, I slid my feet into the blue silk slippers which matched the dressing robe.
Following the sound, I left my chambers and headed down the very intricate baroque hall. I had no idea the vampire kingdom had this kind of opulence; which would surpass any human kingdom.
I stopped to gaze at a painting near the sound. A young Erebus was painted; wearing full royal garb. A golden crown has perched atop his head.
He really was special.
I continued to follow the sound and stopped in front of another golden door. Cherubs holding harps and music notes decorated the door in a golden masterpiece. Everything in this beautiful castle was luxurious.
Leaning my ear against the door, I heard the piano sound inside. I turned the door handle slowly; not wishing to interrupt whoever was playing so beautifully.
The room was mostly dark. A figure sat hunched over a grand piano, playing. Several golden candelabras lit up the space. Walking closer, I noticed the figure was a man; as he shook silently.
I then realized how indecent the situation was. The man playing was shirtless and heavily muscled. I should have turned and left, but curiosity got the better of me. I stepped closer to the man to notice the keys of the grand piano were wet. He was crying.
The rich louder sound of the piano filled the room as I lay a small hand on the man's broad shoulder. The man whirled around; only for me to be met with a pair of glassy indigo eyes. Those eyes, they held all the sadness in the world.
Erebus.
I smiled at him, being so bold as to take a seat on the small piano bench. I huddled closer to him, wrapping my arms around his still trembling figure. I felt two odd bumps on his back but paid no mind to them.
"You play beautifully" I murmured. Erebus settled his head in the crook of my neck, his tears wetting the shoulder of my dressing gown. I said no more but held him tightly until his tears stopped.
I took a deep breath, gazing at the sheet music.
"Can you feel the love tonight?
The peace the evening brings
The world, for once, in perfect harmony
With all its living things" I sang softly.
Closing my eyes, I leaned against him. The soft notes of the piano began again.
"So many things to tell her
But how to make her see
The truth about my past? Impossible!
She'd turn away from me" Erebus continued, his rich deep voice accentuating the soft notes of the piano.
I smiled brighter as he continued to play, his hands gracing the piano keys with such ease and grace. Turning my focus to the sheet music...
"He's holding back, he's hiding
But what, I can't decide
Why won't he be the king I know he is
The king I see inside?" I sang, resting my head on his shoulder; snuggling into his embrace. We focused again on the sheet music.
"Can you feel the love tonight?
You needn't look too far
Stealing through the night's uncertainties,
Love is where they are" we sang in unison, Erebus's deep voice complimenting my lighter one.
Finishing the song, Erebus lifted his hands from the piano, smiling. I gazed into his eyes with admiration and... love. I cupped his face in my hands, brushing away any reminiscent of his tears. He smiled that raw devilishly handsome smile of his.
Without missing a moment I pressed my lips to his, kissing him.
Our lips molded together in perfect harmony as he began to kiss me back, tugging me closer. I felt him smile against my lips as I laughed, reaching a hand up to run through his beautiful hair. "Mon Lumiere" he purred, pulling me into his lap. I brushed a loose hair behind his ear, leaning my head against his chest.
"Did you just purr? " I muttered incoherently.
His chest rumbled as he laughed. "I did".
"I like it," I answered, leaning back up to kiss his cheek affectionately. He let out that purring sound again and pulled me closer. I boldly traced a finger over his pectorial, feeling the ribbed muscle underneath. He stilled.
I tensed, worried that I had made him uncomfortable. He said nothing but ran a hand through my hair. We sat there for minutes; just holding each other.
Placing a kiss on the top of my head, Erebus lifted me in his arms. "I can walk" I protested, tiredness getting the better of me.
"I know. I just like to hold you" he confessed, blowing out the candles surrounding the piano. Still holding me in his arms, he strode from the room; closing the door behind him.
I slumped against him as he walked down the long hallway. He looked down at me and smiled; a soft satisfied grin.
Carrying me into my room, he placed me gently on the bed; turning to leave."Wait!" I called after him as he paused then returned to my side.
I lay a soft kiss on his cheek. "Goodnight Erebus" I whispered. He smiled.
"Goodnight my Adrienne" he answered, winking at me before leaving the room.
"Goodnight my love" I said softly, before turning over; falling into a deep sleep.
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