The Van Helsing Conjecture – Excerpt No. 210

“Really?” Evelyn said before giggling.

The vampire adopted a smile reminiscent of the cat getting away with eating the canary. It was mischievous and yet alluring.

“I could—(give you a night to remember)—How are you sweating?” Evelyn added.

Clara shrugged as best she could. But used the distraction to get in another swipe.

Clara?” Julia yelled out.

The one I love

A cinematic photograph of a stunning flapper, glistening with perspiration, despite being surrounded by the chill of an opulent art-deco setting, evoking the luxury of 1925 high society in the United States. The flapper, a vision of high-class elegance, wears a intricately beaded fringe dress that sparkles like diamonds, its delicate straps slipping off her shoulder, revealing a subtle sheen of sweat on her porcelain skin, which glistens with a warm, golden undertone. Her dark, curly hair is styled in loose, flowing waves, and her full lips are painted a deep, bold red, matching the color of her long, elegant nails. The art-deco backdrop, a masterclass in geometric patterns and metallic accents, features subtle hints of gold, silver, and copper, which dance across the walls and furnishings, as if infused with the vibrant energy of the Roaring Twenties.

Disclaimer: This novel is an work in progress and readers may encounter grammatical errors and inconsistencies. Please view this a draft and not a published work.



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