A special kind of red wine //0X0// //CLOSED//

Sebastian tried to compose himself. Convincing this green-eyed wonder was going to be difficult. How was he going to break her? He wasn’t exactly like the others. He wouldn’t break her using their ways. He took in a deep breath. “Okay… okay.” He sat up. “Because I have not fed off another human quite like you. I need to get my strength up… I’m pretty thin, am I not? I am not supposed to be this thin, so yes, you were right the first time.” If only he had not fucked it up, but her choice made him realize a few things. That is why he needed to switch it up. “I do need you close to my side in case I become hungry. It will be easier for us, yes? I thought I would be able to switch between rooms, but thinking about recent things, I think not..” Sebastian hoped his change in the story didn’t discredit him.

Sebastian blinked but decided not to dilute his story further. He didn't want another disaster. After all, curiosity killed the cat… well, it wouldn't kill Scarlett. He would try hard not to do that. Very hard. "Er, yes, my health is on the line. Without a… Constant supply, I could die." Really? That is what you have got? She knows you are lying. It is obvious. He sighed. He had already fucked it up, and she decided to give in for— some reason he did not know. "That is what I wish you to do… yes." Despite all of his obnoxious advances, he tried not to sound happy or relieved.

Sebastian tilted his head. “Well, dear Scarlett, I was born this way. I cannot be dead if I have not died.” He patted the empty side of his bed. “You can lay here, my dear. I will lay on the floor to make it less awkward.” The vampire was slightly red in the face, and he tried to get rid of the color. “I do not want you to be uncomfortable. As I said, I can sleep anywhere.”

Sebastian hissed in annoyance. “Fine. I will sleep in my eternal grave, and you can sleep on the floor.” He got out of his bed, opened the door to his room, and left momentarily. He came back with a sheet, a blanket, and a pillow. He laid the sheet on the floor, laid the blanket on top, and placed the pillow at the foot of the sheet. “Tell me how comfortable that is.” He rolled his eyes. Peaking out of his black curtains, he saw the sky had started to brighten. “I was going to go find a person and kill them, but it is too late for that.” He walked closer to Scarlett, rounding the length of the bed, and tapped her on the side she occupied. He grabbed her to write and dragged a thumb against her jaw. “Shall I feed off of you? Or wait until the next ‘morning’?”

Sebastian's grip on her wrist tightened. "You annoy me. You know that, right? I could have made slept on the cold, hard floor, but no, I actually got bedding for you." He pulled her down closer to his face. "So get that amusement out of you goddamn voice. Any attitude you have shall leave your mouth." He let go of her and got into his bed. Sebastian curled up on himself, leaving Scarlett untouched. She could, perhaps sneak out if she wished. The door was open.

Sebastian curled under the blankets on his bed. His touch seemed unnervingly cold, and his behavior reflected that. His sides rose softly, and he was out like a light. Although, Sebastian was sensitive to sound. Any escape Scarlett made would be heard. And the vampire would be furious. But for now, the opportunity awaited the girl. However, Scarlett should account for locked doors and lurking guards.

Sebastian did not move a muscle. He was out cold and Scarlett could 'escape' if she wished. It most likely wouldn't go well for her, but it was worth a shot, right? What could go wrong? Sebastian wouldn't actually hurt her, would he? He claimed to be nicer than most.

That was her first mistake. The light of a lantern shined, illuminating the downstairs. The stairs were made out of old oak wood and creaked quite a bit. Sabastian, unfortunately, heard the creak of the stairs. His eyes opened wide, slitted like a cat's. He wasn't about to chase Scarlett down the stairs. He was going to let her think she got away with exploring. Exploring the mansion was dangerous at night. Scarlett hadn't accounted for other creatures. The bark of a dog echoed throughout the halls.

A huge dog rounded the corner, barking at Scarlett. It was a huge German Shepherd. Its bark could be felt in one’s chest. It had deep brown eyes and those were locked of Scarlett. Its body was long and it's tail stiff as a bored. Its muzzle was long with black markings. Around its mouth, blood stained its fur. The rest of the dog was light brown. It stood on guard, staring down Scarlett. Sebastian slipped out of his bed, scowling as the barks of his dog reached him. He left the room, making his way down the creaky, okay wood stairs. The dog lunged at Scarlett, its jaws open and ready to bite. Sebastian saw Scarlett. “SCARLETT!” He bellowed. “ARRÊTES PIP!” The dog stopped in its tracks, hitting its head against Scarlett. It looked up at its master and whined. Sebastian grabbed Scarlett and dragged her back to his room.

Sebastian dragged her up the stairs, grumbling to himself about Scarlett. Pip sat at the bottom of the stairwell, whining as his master left to drag the girl up the stairs. He panted, wagging his tail back and forth. Sebastian had gotten up to his room, throwing Scarlett upon the bed. "What do you think you are doing?!" He growled. "I told you it was dangerous. I TOLD YOU NOT TO LEAVE DURING THE DAY!" The daylight peaked through the curtains. The vampire seemed exhausted, but was not to sleep anytime soon. "Now you will stay here unless I say or you know what it will come to." Sebastian dragged his thumb across his neck. He huffed and shut the room door harshly. "Now, girl." He picked her up by the collar of her top (I forgot what she is wearing) and slammed her against the wall. "Do not ever go against my word again."

Sebastian let her go, sighing a heavy breath. “Glad you seem to have an understanding, Scarlett.” He brushed his finger against her neck, running his thumb against the marks. A stray ray of sun hit the side of his face, illuminating his amber eyes. He smiled, his sharp canines making themselves known before he bit into her soft skin. Sebastian drew some blood from her, then leaned up and kissed her.

Sebastian held Scarlett's jaw. It was a short kiss, but the blood from his mouth stained her lips. He pulled away for a moment and smiled. "My name is Sebastian, by the way. It is nice to meet you, dear Scarlett." He went back in for another kiss, pinning Scarlett against the wall. He had a firm grip on her jaw and pressed his body against the girl. Sebastian pulled away again, his face somewhat red. "Sorry, I do not have any self-control."

(Boop)

Sebastian let go of her jaw, looking into her eyes. He loved the shade of bright green. It reminded him of the tree outside of his estate. “I am sorry. You lip are just so appealing.” He backed away slowly, crawling into his own bed. He had not meant for this to happen. It was a visceral reaction.

Sebastian did it move to tell her she did not have lay on the blankets and sheets, but he felt that would have made the current situation worse. He pulled the sheets up over his shoulder, hiding the majority of his face. He did not want to sleep, but the sun was still up. It was his resting hour, and it was Scarlett’s resting hour. “Go to sleep, Scarlett. I do not want to see you down stairs again.”