vampire x human (boys love)

Title: “Crimson Between Us”

Eli was used to living in shadows — not because he was shy, but because he knew monsters were real. He just didn’t expect one to sit across from him at the 24-hour diner at 2 a.m., sipping black coffee he didn’t need.

The vampire's name was Lucien. Pale skin, dark coat, eyes like stormclouds. He wasn’t trying to be mysterious — he was mysterious.

“You shouldn’t be out so late,” Lucien said softly, voice smooth like velvet. “Not alone.”

Eli smirked. “You stalking me, bloodsucker?”

Lucien chuckled. “I’d call it… protecting.”

It started with late-night conversations, small touches, and an unspoken tension. Lucien hadn’t fed on a human in decades — not since he swore off hurting anyone again. But Eli made it hard. Not just because of his scent… but his heart.

Eli made Lucien feel alive again. And maybe, just maybe, Lucien made Eli feel safe in a way no human ever had.

But love between a vampire and a human always comes with a choice: blood… or goodbye.