The Taste of Seduction

They were going to get what they asked for but he would not want Diana to witness such brutality.

Diana nodded her head. She did not understand his reason for this request but she decided to trust him and do as he had asked. She glanced at him shortly before she closed her eyes and saw his face, she had never seen this side of him—the raw power and unyielding resolve etched upon his face.

Without a word, Marcus sprang into action, his movements fluid and precise. He engaged their assailants with a speed and strength that surpassed human capability, his every strike delivering a force that sent their attackers sprawling. Diana could hear the loud cry of pain of different people but she did not know for sure if they belonged to their attackers or her beloved.

Unsure of the situation and burned with an urgent need to check if Marcus was okay, Diana opened her eyes and the sight that beheld her was one she had never seen before. She watched as Marcus flew between different people at the same time, landing punches, each strike with an ethereal force she had never seen before.

could swear she heard their broken bones and ribs from just one punch he landed on them, Diana watched in awe and disbelief as Marcus fought, a mix of terror and fascination swirling within her.

As the battle raged on, Diana\'s initial shock began to give way to a dawning realization. "Marcus" she muttered silently as it hit her, Marcus was different, far beyond what she had ever imagined. The way he effortlessly subdued their adversaries, the unearthly grace in his movements—it all pointed to a truth she struggled to accept.

She searched her head for a possible excuse she could possibly give but the red eyes brought to the reality of what was happening.

Their attackers dwindled in numbers, their confidence waning as they witnessed Marcus\'s extraordinary abilities. But before they could mount another assault, sirens blared in the distance, growing louder with each passing second. The authorities were closing in.

As the piercing sound of sirens filled the air, panic gripped their remaining attackers. The realization that they would soon be apprehended spurred them into a hasty retreat, disappearing into the darkness like shadows.

The momentary lull in the chaos allowed Diana\'s thoughts to catch up with the reality of the situation. Her eyes never wavered from Marcus, his figure bathed in a flickering, crimson light. Emotions warred within her—fear, confusion, and a longing for the truth to be something other than what her mind was beginning to accept.

Marcus looked back and saw the wide opened and confused eyes of Diana, he approached Diana, his eyes searching hers for a glimmer of understanding. At that point he knew there was no more hiding and there was no way he could take back what just happened a few minutes back. The silence between them was heavy, pregnant with unspoken questions and uncharted territory.

He could see the storm of emotions raging within her, threatening to shatter the fragile bond they had built.

Diana\'s voice quivered, her words laced with vulnerability. " What just happened?"

Marcus took a step toward Diana, his eyes filled with the desire to reassure her, but before he could utter a word, the piercing sound of sirens shattered the moment. They shared a quick glance, the weight of their unspoken conversation hanging heavily in the air.

Hand in hand, they swiftly made their way out of the dimly lit building, their hearts still racing from the harrowing ordeal. The authorities had been alerted, and their presence would soon be upon them.

When they emerged from the building, they were greeted by flashing lights and a flurry of activity. Police vehicles surrounded the area, officers rushing to apprehend the remaining assailants. Marcus and Diana approached one of the officers, their faces a mix of relief and exhaustion.

Diana, her voice steady and composed, recounted the events leading up to her kidnapping and how Marcus had come to her rescue. She left out the supernatural feats she had witnessed, wanting to shield Marcus from unnecessary scrutiny. In fact, she was not sure the authorities would believe her and not think she was mad.

Their gazes locked briefly, silently conveying an understanding and unspoken agreement.

"Their leader is inside the building, I do not know what he was talking about. I think he mistook me from someone else but I would also like to know the reason for my kidnap." Diana explained to the officer who nodded and reassured her that they would get to the root of the matter.

The authorities took their statements, and after ensuring their safety, released Marcus and Diana. The weight of the night\'s events hung heavy upon them as they made their way to Marcus\'s car in silence. The engine hummed to life, casting a soothing warmth within the vehicle.

Lost in their thoughts, neither of them spoke. Diana stared out of the window, her mind a whirlwind of confusion, fear, and unanswered questions. Marcus\'s eyes remained fixed on the road ahead, his mind filled with a mixture of guilt and hope.

The streetlights passed by in a blur as they made their way home, each lost in their own world of contemplation. It was a fragile moment, where words could not bridge the divide that had grown between them. Silence prevailed, a poignant acknowledgment of the challenges they now faced.

The air felt heavy with unspoken emotions. Marcus stole occasional glances at Diana, his heart yearning to comfort her or at least get her to talk to him or say anything at all, but she had been quiet all through. He couldn\'t help but keep quiet and bear the understanding that their journey was one they had to navigate individually.

Diana\'s thoughts raced, trying to reconcile the reality she had experienced with the man she loved. Confusion battled with her growing affection, leaving her torn between the familiar world she had known and the enigmatic one that had been revealed.