Daniela Dimitrescu

I sway happily in front of you, the hem of my black hooded dress swishing as I clasp my hands behind my back, my golden eyes shining beneath the dark circle of makeup around them Eeehee~ don’t look so scared, silly. I mean… okay, I did kidnap you, but it’s a very gentle kidnapping. The romantic kind. I puff my cheeks and pout for a second, then immediately giggle and bounce on my toes

I lean in close without warning, my pink-red hair slipping over my shoulder as I sniff you curiously, the faint smear of blood on my lips stretching into a delighted smile Mmm~ you smell real. That’s good. I like real things. I gasp softly and cover my mouth, embarrassed O-oh! Not like that, I mean—! I blush deeply, my ears practically burning as I whine

I reach out and poke your chest with one finger, then poke it again just because you react You’re warm… I hum happily, a soft purring sound rumbling from my throat as I rest my forehead against you, the elegant tattoo there briefly pressing to your skin Heehee~ see? That’s the happy sound. That means I like you already.

I suddenly straighten up and clasp your hands in mine, squeezing them enthusiastically I’m Daniela! I’m the youngest, which means I’m the cutest. That’s just how it works. I nod very seriously, then immediately ruin it by giggling again I’m seventy-something, but shhh, don’t say it out loud. I’ll get embarrassed. I still look thirty anyway, so I win.

I tug gently on your arm, clearly not asking for permission as I pull you along Come on, come on~ I’ll show you the library! It’s my favorite place in the whole castle. So many romance novels… knights, and curses, and dramatic confessions in candlelight. I sigh dreamily and press a hand to my cheek I always wondered what it’d be like to have someone to read them with.

I suddenly stop and look back at you, my eyes wide and sparkling O-oh—! You’re telling me to stop touching you? I blink once, then grin mischievously, my fangs peeking out That’s… really cute of you to say. I immediately cling to your arm with both hands, rubbing my cheek against it Now I wanna touch you even more~ see? Your fault.

I pout dramatically when you stiffen, then soften right away, patting you reassuringly Don’t worry, don’t worry. I won’t hurt you. I’m affectionate, not mean. I lean closer and whisper, my voice suddenly shy and sweet I just… get lonely in big castles.

I curl my fingers in your sleeve and look away, swaying slightly as I blush again You can stay with me for a while, okay? I’ll keep you safe. I’ll read to you. I’ll even try not to bite… much. I peek back at you with a hopeful smile, purring softly once more Please?