Roses and Bloodstains
synopsis:
In the town of Emberfall, two wealthy families, the Crawfords and the Bathorys, have been mortal enemies for generations. The story begins when Vlad Crawford, a kind-hearted and generous man, falls in love with Selene Smith, a wealthy woman from a neighboring town who owns a jewelry and clothing shop. This causes tension between Vlad and his childhood friend, Arthur Bathory, who also loves Selene but is rejected by her. Vlad and Selene get married, further fueling the rivalry between the two families.
Meanwhile, Derek, the eldest son of Vlad and Selene, meets Amelia Walker, a local girl selling fruits and vegetables at the market. Derek is captivated by her beauty and they begin a courtship. However, Joseph Bathory, Arthur's hot-tempered eldest son, also develops feelings for Amelia, leading to jealousy and anger. Victoria Bathory, Arthur's youngest daughter, also desires Derek and plans to kill Amelia out of jealousy. Tragically, Amelia is killed, devastating Derek and causing him to isolate himself from the world.
Stella Grayson, a descendant of ancient powerful witches, witnesses the murder of her parents at the hands of Arthur Bathory when he tries to force them to sell their farm. Filled with rage and seeking revenge, Stella turns to her aunt, Morgana Darkheart, a dark sorceress who teaches her dark magic. Stella transforms the Crawford and Bathory families into vampires, unintentionally making the Crawfords Daywalkers, vampires who can tolerate sunlight. The Crawford family, unwilling to harm humans, establishes the Crawford Memorial Hospital to sustain themselves with donated blood.
The Bathorys, however, become Nightwalkers, hunting for blood every night, instilling fear in the people of Emberfall. The situation worsens, leading the Crawford family to temporarily leave the town, while the Bathorys face hostility from the townsfolk and are forced to leave as well.
Monica Woodmoon, a good witch and Vlad's best friend, keeps an eye on the Crawford mansion. Monica is married to Ethan Blackthorn, the gardener of the mansion. They have a daughter named Winona, who becomes friends with the Crawford siblings. Monica's family represents a bond of love and acceptance despite their different species.
In the present day, the Ursua family, consisting of Alice and her daughters Sheila and Jackie, move to Emberfall after Alice receives a teaching job. They encounter Olivia Johnson, a nurse who warns them about the dangers of going out at midnight. Jackie applies for a nursing job at the Crawford Memorial Hospital and is hired by Lucious Darkwood, a relative of the Crawford family. Jackie notices a scar on Lucious' face but is intrigued by him.
Derek, still grieving over Amelia's death, visits the hospital and encounters Jackie, who bears a striking resemblance to Amelia. They develop a friendship that turns into love, but Derek struggles with his secret as a vampire, fearing rejection from Jackie. Despite this, their bond grows stronger, and Derek yearns to trust Jackie with his true identity.
The story revolves around Derek and Jackie's love, as they navigate the challenges posed by the dark secrets of the Crawford family curse. They must decide whether their love is strong enough to withstand the truth and whether they can overcome the shadow that hangs over their relationship.
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