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“What if someone else wants to control that power? Someone here already? I don’t mean at the estate, but in Scotland, if the vampires here learn of it?” Fiona wouldn’t be surprised if there were rogue vampires here who would crave additional power.

“That too. So where would you like to sleep? I’m staying with Levka, of course. Jasmine is with Stasio. Arman and Ruric have their own rooms. We have plenty more for you to choose from. They’re all beautiful, but…”

“You want to make sure I’m being watched,” Fiona said.

“Protected.”

“Tomorrow, first thing I want to start sword fighting training.”

“I don’t blame you. I’m going to do it with you,” Caitlin said, all smiles.

“Oh, that would be great.” Fiona was really glad she wasn’t the only one who needed training. Doing it with Caitlin would make it a lot more fun.

“So, uhm, anyway, if you don’t want to stay with one of the guys, I can stay with you, or Jasmine can, though I probably shouldn’t speak for her. I’m sure she would be fine with it.”

“Can I look at the unoccupied rooms?”

“Sure.” Caitlin showed her one of the rooms. “This one is right next door to Arman’s room. Justin’s is across the hall from your room.”

“I’ll take it. The guys can protect me if I scream.”

Caitlin shook her head. “Vampires can appear places, you know.”

“Aren’t there any safeguards?”

“Well, Levka and the others will make sure everyone on the staff—they’re human—and the vampires here know what Regina and Tobias look like, if they should show up.”

“But humans can be convinced to let them in.”

“True. But some vampires will remain on guard until they’re not needed any longer,” Caitlin assured her.

“Okay, well, I’m going to get some sleep.”

“All right. Me too. Jetlag isn’t any fun.” Then Caitlin gave her a hug. “I’m glad we saved you in time.”

“Thanks. I am too.” Fiona went into the bedroom and shut the door. She wondered if she would dream of Arman or maybe even her father. But for now, she just wanted to sleep.

As soon as she climbed into bed, she closed her eyes, but then there was a rapping at her door. “Yes?”

The door opened a crack. Arman peeked in. “Caitlin said you took the room next to mine.”

“Yes. I’ll just scream if anyone comes for me.”

“If someone can reach you, you won’t have time to call out.”

“So, what? Do you think you should join me on this big king size bed…to protect me?”

“Yeah, that’s exactly what I am thinking.”

She laughed and pulled aside the covers. “For this afternoon. But tonight? We’ll play it by ear.”

“Alright.” Arman looked relieved, took off his shoes, and climbed onto the bed.

“Okay, no more talking. I have to sleep.”

Arman said, “Yeah, me too.”

Both of them closed their eyes, but before she fell sleep, she felt Arman move closer to her and then pull her into his embrace.