Chapter 11 The Surprise After the Rejection

Aurora's POV The room was unbearably quiet. Other than the pounding of my heart, there was no sound at all. Silas didn't even sit up. Only a slight crease appeared between his brows. Was he doubtful? Or did I not appear to be sincere enough? If that was the case… I said softly, "Mr. Redthorn, I truly wish to form a pact with you." As my words fell, I sliced my forearm with the small knife I brought along. My movement was clean and decisive. Blood spilled from the cut at once. With the moonlight shining on me from behind, the bright red hue of my blood looked especially glaring. From what I knew, no vampire could resist such temptation. I looked at Silas with expectant eyes. After some time, he said in a solemn voice, "Are you certain you can bear the consequences of making a pact with me?" "Yes, of course!" I answered quickly. Silas looked at me insouciantly before rising from his coffin. His soft sleeping robe brushed his ankles, and his bare feet stepped onto the lush carpe