Demon King's Mate novel Chapter 2

I spotted my best friend waiting for me as soon as I stepped out of the apartment. A tall guy was standing beside her with a frown on his face. "We are going to have so much fun!" Mira exclaimed, arms around my neck and pulling me closer in a hug. My nose scrunched at the way her nails were digging into me. Also, did I mention she was a hugger?

"Yeah sure," I forcefully smiled while pulling away from her.

"Hi, I'm Sean" The tall guy grinned, flashing his pearly whites. He was holding the door of the posh sleek car open for both of us. It made me want to roll my eyes because no wonder Mira was interested in going out with him.

"Hey I'm Talia"

He hummed, "Yeah I know. Mira told me all about you"

Mira patted my arm, "I'm so ready to let loose you know. It has been a stressful week"

My mouth slacked open, blinking my eyes, "You just got back from vacation on Wednesday"

Last week her father was invited to Italy for wine tasting so she tagged along with him. The only reason she might be stressful was that she did not get to attend enough parties. As she was in the circle it was compulsory for her to attend parties at least three times a week.

"So? My mother made me shop along with her and it's stressful you know"

"Oh I can imagine"

She smiled and before she could say something more her phone buzzed. Excusing herself she got busy texting someone else on the phone and I stared out of the window.

My eyes twinkled staring at the huge buildings. They intrigued me, the buildings in the city. Staying in the cosy apartment among the crowded city must be so fun. That was my only aim after getting a decent job.

"We are here" Sean's voice interrupted my chain of thoughts. He stumbled out of the car and held out the door for us again.

Sean laughed, "This is my friend's club. Let's go"

My cheeks reddened at that. I had almost forgotten about that. The people from the other side were glaring at us as we easily entered inside the club.

The harsh bright lighting followed by the loud noise immediately made me take a step back. Clubs were not my scene. I would rather sit back home and enjoy reading something or working on my thesis. Maybe I should have lead with that excuse.

"This is so loud!" I yelled over the music. Mira had a wide smile on her face as she moves her eyes around.

Sean was hugging someone and they were whispering something in each other's ears. He might be the friend who owns the club I thought. My eyes widened when I noticed people openly stripping in the corner but before it could get wild the bounces interrupted them. What was that about? Also, who does that in the crowd?

Mira giggled, throwing her head back and pulling me closer, "This is so fun. I am already loving this"

"Figured"

Sean pulled Mira towards him and I flushed turning around. That was not a sight I would like to see. He whispered something in her right ear and then placed a kiss.

"See you soon!"

"Let's go!" Mira yelled tugging me forward and cutting off my chain of thoughts. "Where are we going?"

Mira looked over her shoulder, "Free drinks!"

"You're the best. Will be back soon" She kissed my cheek and placed her Martini on the counter. It was boring to sit all by myself but I was trying to focus on my drink.

The guy who was sitting beside Mira moved a seat closer. It made me uncomfortable so I tried to look somewhere else. Somehow due to the dark light, I had lost the sight of Mira in the crowd.

"Are you here all alone pretty girl?"

His voice made me fist my hands by my side. Why was he talking to me of all people? The music was slow and quiet so I could hear his every breath clearly.

"Do you want me to buy you something?" He tried again but I scoffed, taking a sip of my martini. Suddenly I felt his arm tugging at my wrist.

"I don't like when people ignore me, darling"

"What the fuck is wrong with you?" I yelled, trying to break free as he towered over me.

The stinging in my neck got intense as a voice echoed, "Is there a problem?"

I blinked my eyes at the guy standing in front of me. His brown hair was falling over his forehead, his eyes grey and sharp. He was staring at my hands.

"Who are you?" The guy holding my hand sneered, glaring at the attractive stranger.

"I'm her boyfriend"