Chapter 8: Feelings

(Layla POV)

It began as a whispering in the air. The day had been beautiful and the sky was like a dome of plasma-blue. The clouds had looked like airy anvils drifting under the gleaming disc of the sun.

I looked out the window. The sky was tar-black and the large clouds were moving towards me. I heard a tapping on the window and then it became a pitter-patter.

I always loved it when the rainfall, it would always provide a sense of comfort for me. Just watching how millions of droplets would fall so gracefully brought satisfaction to my spirit. Especially at night when it rains while humming it's usually lullaby always put me at peace but today was different.

The excitement that once roamed around in my body slowly faded as the rain began to heavily fall. Why? Well, the only name I could think of right now is Drake. Today was supposed to be another fun and memorable day with him, but the rain had completely spoiled it, leaving me here all alone. 

The atmosphere around me was dark, miserable, and depressing like usual until Drake stepped into my life and as RJ. This life that I'm living here in Europe with these two unexpected men has been really confusing at times. It's like one of those movies on tv where the girl meets two attractive yet gentle and sweet guys who she falls in love with but doesn't know who to choose. But my story is a bit different, you see, I don't know if I fell in love with them or it's just my loneliness playing tricks on my mind. All I know is that I need both of them, or else I would fall back into the depressing ‘I hate my life’ state.

Ever since I've been spending time with Drake, RJ has been a no show, and it had me thinking, “Was he even real?” or “Have I been dreaming of a mysterious man sneaking into my bedroom to feed my sexual needs?” either way that situation was messing up my mental and emotional state and now I have a headache.

A mentally exhausted sigh left my lips as I set my coffee mug down on the nightstand beside my bed. The atmosphere around my room was cold and dark as the little light source from my open curtain shine through the still dark area. God, I wish Drake was here, so we could cuddle. His body was oddly warm all the time and I kind of need his warmth at the moment.

Staring back out the window, I suddenly thought of havinⁿg a warm bath, causing me to gently push the thick covers off my legs. Shivers instantly run down my spine as my feet touched the floor. Quickly slipping on my slippers, I walked towards the bathroom while hugging onto my body. 

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Author's Note)

After Layla entered the bathroom closing the door behind her, silence filled the room. Nothing but the sound of the heavy rainfall which only sounded clearer as the windows to her room suddenly opened.

Soon a pair of muscular hands gripped onto the edge of the window as the person quickly yet quietly climbed in. Closing the window behind him, he turned around to scan the empty room.

Layla's scent flooded the room causing the man to go insane. Taking a deep breath into the nostrils he continued to scan the room before his eyes settled on her underwear draw. A smirk immediately enlightened on his face.

"Maybe I should take something for a souvenir, " he mumbled before going through her underwear draw. Staring and sniffing the different types and textures of her underwear,  he slowly pulled out a red lace that he lowly growled at before shoving it in his pocket. "Who the hell allowed her to have such undergarments," he scoffed while lying comfortably on her bed waiting for her arrival. "She's definitely getting a punishment, just you wait my Luna," he said with an evil smirk on his face. 

Meanwhile, Layla had just stepped out of the tub feeling much better than before. Wrapping her body, she walked in front of the mirror examining her body that was clean and fresh before she sighed.

"Maybe I should wear those red lace undies I bought," she mumbled before exiting the bathroom. As she entered her room the place was dark with little light coming from the window. Not noticing a presence in her room, Layla went straight to her draw. “What the hell, I thought I left them here, " she mumbled before the sound of someone clearing throats startled her. 

“Looking for this?” the person said as she immediately recognized their voice. She quickly turned around clutching tightly onto her towel as she stared at the outline figure seated on her bed. “RJ!” She whispered sounding as if she didn't believe he was there. 

“Hello, Layla, you miss me?” His deep voice sent shivers down her spine as he slowly walked towards her. “W-hat are you d-doing here?” she stumbled as her back was now pressed against the draw. “I came to see my baby girl, I miss her, ” he replied, walking even closer to her. By now, his body was pressed up against hers which caused her breath to hitch.

“RJ, I-

Her words came out shaky as RJ caressed her hair that was slightly damped. “You know, Layla, having such undergarments really drives me crazy, ” he whispered in her ear causing her knees to almost go out on her. Ruby-red eyes that seemed so familiar to her stared back at her as the towel around her body slowly came off, leaving her completely naked in front of him. 

Immediately a growl ripped through RJ's throat startling Layla as he grips onto her naked waist pulling her even closer to him. “I think you need a punishment, Layla, don't you think? ” he asked nibbling on her left ear as her eyes widen and her body began to shake. RJ notices her fear and quickly pecks her lips.

“Oh, baby, don't be scared, I would never hurt you, I promise you'll love it, ” he said cupping her face instantly calming her down. “Promise?” She whispered as he deeply chuckled. “I promise, ” he replied before devouring her lips earning a muffled moan. The aroma of Layla's body caused RJ to slowly lose control. 

Pulling away from her now swollen lips, he trailed sloppy kisses across her jawline as her breath got heavier than before. Holding onto his shoulders for support, a moan left her mouth as she felt his lips on her neck. 

By now, RJ had lost all control and her scent was so much stronger near her neck. Before thinking twice his canines pierced right through her neck, earning unbearable scream from Layla. RJ's eyes widen the size of plates as he quickly backed away. 

Layla touched her neck before staring at her hand screaming in fear. RJ didn't know what to do, he just stood there in shock. 

“Lay-la, I'm so sorry, ” he mumbled before bolting through her window leaving Layla a sobbing mess.