Although she had one of those pulley bags, the wheels had long since seized so she had to carry it instead of being able to drag it. This type of bag was not exactly designed for carrying.
“I can’t believe it’s an honest to god castle,” the woman next to her gushed.
“Crazy, I can’t believe we’re here.” Another bounced up and down. She at least had a tidy rucksack on her back, which made such a movement doable.
“This way ladies.” A tall, really beautiful woman motioned for them to continue following. She’d introduced herself as Allison. Her skin was porcelain and her lips were so red and lush that Cassidy struggled to take her eyes off of them. She wasn’t into women, but this woman almost had her second-guessing that decision. They walked for several minutes until they reached what looked like a back entrance to the castle. “Before we go any further, I just need to verbally confirm with each of you that you attended the training and signed off on your records.”
Everyone nodded, acknowledging that they had.
Allison’s mouth curved into a perfect smile. “Great stuff.” She made a note in a book that she was carrying. “Lastly, I need to confirm that you’ve all initialed every page and signed the contract.”
Again, all four of them nodded their heads.
“Are we really in that much danger?” One of the women asked, Cassidy couldn’t remember her or any of the other ladies’ names. She’d just been far too nervous when they had been introduced to one another not ten minutes ago. Crossing and uncrossing her arms, she realized that she still was.
“One of the clauses exempted the vampires from prosecution should one of us be injured.” She chewed her gum as she spoke. “Should we be afraid? Are there precautions we can take?”
Allison raised her eyebrows. “Did you pay attention at the training session?”
“Yes, I did. It just became a lot more real now that I’m actually here though.” She looked around them for a second or two before her eyes settled back on Allison. “Bloodlust, this whole drinking thing…quite frankly, I’m a little nervous now.” Her eyes were wide and her brows were raised, she even stopped chewing for a second.
Taking a deep breath, Allison put a reassuring hand on the woman’s arm. “You are right to be nervous. There is risk involved…”
Cassidy felt her heart rate increase and her mouth go dry. Two of the girls gasped loudly including the one asking all the questions.
Allison smiled warmly, looking at each one of them in turn. “We have taken every precaution. There are closed circuit televisions in every room and three guards posted just outside the door. If there is any doubt at all, even the smallest amount, they will be at your side in a second.”
This seemed to sufficiently reassure another of the women, she looked to be the youngest and she broke out into a wide grin. “Is it true that we might orgasm”—she giggled, running a hand through her shoulder length hair—“while the guys drink from us? Does it really feel that good? Surely it can’t be that good?”
Allison picked some lint off of her jacket, smoothing down the garment when she was done. “Yes, you will become highly aroused. All human females are greatly affected. If you are attracted to the male that is drinking from you, it heightens the experience.” Again, the woman turned her big doe like eyes on each of them. “It is nothing to be ashamed of. As you know, our males are not permitted to have sexual relations with you but they can ease you if you so wish.”
Ease. What the hell did that mean? Unfortunately, she could guess.
“They can ease us?” It was the blond woman chewing gum that spoke, she didn’t look too impressed. “As in put their hands on us?”
Allison nodded curtly. “It is entirely up to you. Whatever you do though, do not try and entice them into having sex. It will get them booted from the program, and both you and the male in a world of trouble. We have strict rules in place to protect you. Please remember this at all times. It was in the contract that you all have signed.”
“I’m not interested in having sex with anyone.” Blondie popped her gum. “I doubt I’ll become aroused. I mean really.” She huffed, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear.
The youngest woman sucked in a deep breath, her grin still firmly plastered on her face. “I think vampires are so hunky. My dad would kill me if I ever mated one…” She looked disappointed. “It’s why I’m here for the trials and not for the actual breeding program. At least I will get to experience sort of being with one. What my dad doesn’t know won’t kill him.” She looked to be in her early twenties. “I need enough money to leave home as well. I want my own place and waiting tables isn’t going to get me there.”