Lazarus narrowed his eyes, his jaw tensed and he cocked his head to the side. “Did you not hear me when I told you how frustrated I am? You want me to bring back a human female to my suite so that you can have her? Where will I be when all of this is taking place?”
“The ten victorious elite’s were given larger suites in preparation for them mating and starting a family. I know you have two bedrooms.” When Lazarus’ eyes clouded in anger, Gideon quickly added. “I know I’m asking a lot.”
“Damn fucking straight you are.” Lazarus gnashed his teeth together.
“Let’s make a deal…” Gideon sucked in a deep breath. “If you find a female, then I’ll completely understand. You carry on, get to know the female, take her back to your suite. If not, spend some time with Jenna and bring her back for me.” He paused. “I’ll make time for you tomorrow and fill you in on human females. Their likes, dislikes… I’m no expert but I know more than most. Maybe it will be enough to turn things around for you, if not in this round, then in the next one.”
Lazarus raised his brows, while keeping his eyes narrowed. The result was pretty terrifying. “You said that if I find a female then the deal is off but I need to spend the whole evening pretending to like your female. How’s that gonna get me anywhere with the other females?”
Gideon shrugged. “I know I’m asking for a lot. Please…”
“It’s fine.” Lazarus said on a loud sigh. “I haven’t managed to get even one of those females to speak to me for longer than ten seconds. I doubt I’m going to turn any of them around at this late stage of the game. You’re on. At least one of us will get some. I’ll just have to pump iron for an extra hour tomorrow to get rid of some of the extra testosterone built up. You will fucking owe me. Big fucking time”
“Yes, I will.” He couldn’t help but to smile.
“We will have that talk tomorrow. Maybe you can shed some light on the enigma that is the human female.” Lazarus shook his head.
“Thank you. I really appreciate it.” He slapped Lazarus on the back. “We will get you ready in time for the next round.”
“I’m not fucking changing for a female,” Lazarus growled.
Gideon shook his head. “Okay.” He couldn’t wait to see this big male brought to his knees by a small human. Then he remembered his own predicament and wiped the grin right off of his face.
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Lazarus’ jaw dropped. His eyes pretty much bugged out of his skull before his gaze dropped to the four inch heels on her feet and then slowly moved back up. Jenna noted that he paused, as his gaze landed on her cleavage. She had to fight the urge to pull on the low cut gown.
It was one of Julie’s dresses, since Jenna didn’t have anything suitable. Her friend had insisted that she wear it and had told her how stunningly beautiful she looked in it. That red was her color. It was an a-line cut with a halter neck top that dipped at her breasts. With an open back, she couldn’t wear a bra and was feeling pretty exposed.
Jenna blushed as several of the vampire males visibly checked her out. Although the dress came to about mid calf and only showed an inch or two of cleavage, she felt practically naked.
Trying to ignore the urge to go back to her room and change, Jenna looked about her. Every effort had been taken to decorate the large space. Delicate music played in the background. Vampire men and women walked around carrying trays with high flute champagne glasses and delicious looking snacks. The glasses looked like real crystal. Which wouldn’t surprise her. The appetizers were made up of canapés, prawns and other tasty looking bite sized treats.
“I’ve changed my mind,” Lazarus growled. “I’m taking you back with me later but I’m not handing you over.”
“Shhh…someone might hear you,” she whispered.
“They would have no idea what we’re talking about.” His eyes glinted with humor. “So…you do like us vampires after all.” He grinned. “I was beginning to think that your being here was a mistake.”
“I like vampires just fine. Let’s stop talking about this.” She looked about the room but no one seemed to be paying any attention to them.
Lazarus put his arm loosely around her shoulders. “I’m about to hear you cry out in ecstasy. No need to be embarrassed.”
“Shhhh…” She elbowed him in the ribs. “Stop your shit.”
The big guy chuckled while snagging a glass of champagne from one of the passing waiters. “Here, drink this. Loosen up a bit.”