Victoria had no words. She was just so grateful to be alive and here with Vail. She feared she would never see him again when she woke up in the afterlife or even be reborn into the future without him in her life. She could sense Vail’s excitement of watching her progress, she could hear his heartbeat faster with her stronger hearing capability. Was he impressed by her? Was he a little turned on by her newfound power when she gripped him? She hoped that she did. His smile also displayed his pleasure of seeing her do well. 

She liked having him pull her into his side, to become as close as possible. It showed the strength of their bond already. That this was not just a fling or short-lived passionate affair. That they really cared about each other. She leaned against his body and he no longer felt that cold compared to her own body. She was now the same temperature and felt no difference between them. It would make things easier when touching. She was very prone to the cold as a human. She enjoyed being close to Vail without being caught or having to hide their affair from anyone.

She agreed with him to take a break. She would recuperate quickly though, fortunately. As he turned to look at her face, she looked up at him with bright violet eyes that sparkled gently. She smiled softly as he cupped her face with his hand ever so gently. She closed her eyes when their lips touched, savouring the moment. She had the opportunity to take her time with her relationship with Vail right now and so he was all she focused on. She let her breath sweep across his face delicately as they broke their chaste kiss. Just as sensual and as meaningful as their earlier passion fuelled smooches.

She stared into his eyes with awe. He still managed to give her butterflies from when they first touched. She was still amazed by him and his gallant actions during the battle that she recalled in her mind. “I’m so grateful the transformation worked.” She revealed her relief as she stroked his cheek with the back of her delicate hand. “I’m so relieved to be here with you. I love you Vail.” She reminded him of her loyalty and devotion to the vampire who stole her heart and gave her life.