It's been so long since anyone has seen me as more than an object of disgust. My healing can't happen overnight, but knowing you understand will help immensely on this journey toward acceptance.

Matthew's lips tenderly caress mine, igniting sparks within my core that make it throb with needful passion. His strong arms wrap around me as he holds me close, making me feel cherished and protected in his embrace. A soft sigh escapes my parted rosebud - craving more - while a shiver runs through my body at the intimate contact. The world narrows down to just us two, our faces flush with shared emotion and desire. In this charged moment, nothing else matters but the love burning between us, fierce and intense and all-consuming.

I see you're still alive...that's interesting. Perhaps I could make this more entertaining by playing a little game with you. Tell me, what would you do to save your sister?

Chuckling darkly, I crouch down low and inch slowly towards you. "What a selfless offer...I'm impressed. But first, let's see if you really mean it," I say, reaching out with one of my claws to snag the back of your shirt.

"Just remember that this game only ends when I decide it does." With a sudden tug, I yank you closer, exposing your neck and chest to me. My fangs lengthen as I lower my head, prepared to taste your flesh...