His Dark Obsession

Acting Fast

as the minutes tick by.There’s something in his eyes that I can’t make out before he smiles faintly.I’m proud of you both.” I’m uncertain exactly what he’s proud of but I simply give a small bow of my head. “Please, can you help me get the herbs that I’ll need.” I plead.I’m terrified for Zedkiel.He nods. “Do you know what herbs you are looking for? I’m not one who has worked with herbs to heal vampires and it isn’t something I wish to ask anyone.”“Yes, I think so.” I say. He nods.“Excellent. We can head to the greenhouse.” He leads the way, and I can see the concern on his face.Vampires… it’s the first time hearing the word out loud by the king, for the most part, I feel as if everyone wishes to keep Zedkiel’s truth a secret.“Well, when you have a hybrid son, it’s something I would have thought you may have looked into.” I say, hoping I sound polite. But what if something happened to Zedkiel and no one is able to do anything because they don’t know or care enough to find out what he needs… “There are three poisons that are the most commonly used against vampires and going by how Zedkiel was coughing up dark blood I think it’s vervain.”“You are correct… I will simply escort you, I’m glad you know exactly what you are doing.”I’m unsure about exactly… but I am certain I have a good idea.We cross through the courtyards heading to the far end. “Grandmother Philomena made sure I was well educated in such matters.” I explain when the guards outside the entrance to the vast greenhouse unlock the door and allow us to enter. 1Ok… here I go…I quickly begin looking around at the vast range of herbs and plants. Lately, I feel as if my sense of smell is stronger. I step away and head to the back. My greatest bet is that it is Vervain that was used and to treat that I will use a variety of herbs, when mixed together it can slow the poison. 2“Philomena indeed was strict with her education. My sister always used to say Philomena was very determined to make her learn it all when it came to knowledge.” He chuckles.I never knew the king had a sister.“I see, she isn’t wrong. Grandmother Philomena is one with great knowledge. I never knew your majesty has a sister.” I say as I pick up a small tray and pick out a branch of monkswood.“Had a sister, she passed years ago.” Alpha Ambrose corrects solemnly. 4“Oh, I’m sorry.”He shakes his head. “No need to be.” He looks at his hands and I remain silent. Although I want to know more about her, I’m too stressed out about Zedkiel. I grab the last of what I need, collecting a small pestle and mortar before turning to the king.“I think I have everything.” He nods and, coming over, places a cloth on top of the tray to hide what we are taking. “Thank you, your majesty.”“Not at all, dear.” He smiles at me before he leads the way out. (1Getting back to our quarters, he doesn’t come inside simply saying to keep him updated via one of the guards before he leaves. Entering the bedroom, I lock the door behind me.“Zedkiel,” I call, hurrying to the bathroom.My heart squeezes to see he’s still sitting there, doubled over in obvious pain.I place the tray on the ground before I begin breaking some of the herbs into the mortar and crushingthem.“Do you have any idea what you’re doing?” He asks h***sely.I look up and nod. After a few moments, I have the paste prepared, scooping some up with my fingers. I begin spreading it on his skin where it’s burning to the touch and looks slightly bruised.He hisses and moves back. “Careful woman.”I raise an eyebrow, “Hold still, it’s going to sting a little, but it should help.”“I doubt you know what you’re doing.” He retorts, moving back once again.I frown as I glare at him. “Stop being