The book detailed vampires' vulnerabilities too—sunlight, holy relics, and certain herbs—but it also hinted at untapped powers they could awaken if pushed to their limits.
Salviana paused at this part, her fingers grazing the parchment as her mind wandered.
Alaric had always seemed invincible to her, his pale skin flawless, his hands strong yet gentle. She had never seen a scar on him, even though he was a seasoned warrior.
Could he be hiding more about his true nature?
Or was he simply as perfect as he appeared?
He also didn't know his kinda physically, she couldn't imagine how lonely he'd be feeling.
Her curiosity burned brighter with every page, and though her eyelids grew heavy, she couldn't bring herself to stop reading.
The flickering candlelight danced over the words, pulling her deeper into the world of vampyric mysteries.