The Van Helsing Conjecture – Excerpt No. 96

Closest to Evelyn was Artemis who adopted the demeanour of an impudent teen… including crossed arms and a scowl

“Lastly we have Artemis,” Clara said and left it at that.

“I love what you’ve done with your hair,” Evelyn said. “What’s your secret?”

“The blood of my enemies,” Artemis replied bluntly.

Until that moment, Clara had been getting the silent treatment exclusively. Even Silver confessed that their newest addition had yet to utter a word.

Evelyn giggled, while maintaining her impeccable composure.

“Is that all?” Evelyn said. “I have a long list myself, especially men.”

a cinematic, high-contrast photograph of the Greek goddess Artemis, illuminated by soft, warm light, standing in a lavish, mist-filled marble shower, surrounded by intricate golden accents and ornate tiles, her long, curly brown hair cascading down her back, her skin a radiant, sun-kissed olive tone, as she reaches out with her slender, elegant hand to grasp a large, ornate glass bottle, adorned with delicate etchings, filled with a viscous, crimson liquid that seems to coagulate and swirl, the bottle featuring a worn, vintage label in a elegant, serif font that reads "Blood of Thine Enemies" in bold, golden lettering, the overall mood evoking a sense of dark, mystical beauty and ancient mysticism.

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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