I don't own SVM/TB. I am just taking the characters out to play.

Glamor Proof

Chapter 1

"Oh come on Sook, you need a night out. All you've done is work at the bar and come home to help Gran with Hunter. Gran said you can go out, so let's go." Jason was getting irritated with me now. "Hoyt is coming with us; we can get us a few others together for a group outing to Shreveport and have a good time." I look across the kitchen table at Jason, watching him eat his lunch and exhaled. I couldn't deny that a night out didn't sound very, very good. It's been more than a few months since I had any sort of a social life outside of work and home.

"Sookie darling, you go on with Jason tonight. I just got off the phone with Mrs. Fortenbury. She is going to help me make desserts for the DGD meeting on Sunday night. Between the two of us we'll have Hunter covered. You're young; you need to live life honey. I get worried about you staying home all the time." Jason looked from me to Gran and back again with a sad look on his face. It's not that I don't like going out, it's just a lot of work for me to block out all of the random thoughts most people have. Being telepathic isn't all fun and games; it has caused many people in Bon Temps to think I am crazy. Sometimes I slip and answer a comment that someone thinks but doesn't say out loud causing myself and those around me some embarrassment. I have heard some real interesting gossip, but I don't do anything with it because that would be wrong.

"Alright Jason, I'll go. I just need to pick up Hunter from school in a few hours, get him dinner, and then I'll get ready to go. I'll need to remind Hunter about being respectful of Mrs. Fortenbury's thoughts. He's getting to a rough age, last thing he needs is to end up like me, having everyone thinking he's crazy…" Gran and Jason both nodded with understanding. Hunter has been doing better lately. It was rough at first when Hunter arrived in Bon Temps. Hadley, my cousin and Hunter's mom, has been missing for a few years. Remy, Hunter's dad, died after an accident on a construction site he was working at. Gran and I were deemed the best and only real option for Hunter, rather than him going into the state's foster care system. Last month the lawyers settled the wrongful death suit and placed the award settlement in Trust, which Hunter could have access to when he turns twenty-five. He is now six years old. Gran and I do everything possible to ensure Hunter is a happy and healthy child. I remember how I felt when my parents died in that flash flood trying to cross a bridge. That's partly why I am so protective of Hunter, that and our shared telepathic abilities.

Having Hunter in my life has changed a lot of things and others have stayed the same. When Hunter arrived I had been dating a tall drink of water named Quinn. For some reason I only could ever read his emotions; it was nice and relaxing. After having custody of Hunter for a month, Quinn had gotten jealous that I was spending all of my spare time with a four year old. Not long after that, Quinn up and moved back to Nevada without a single word to me.

I have been working from the age of sixteen. I have been at Merlotte's since I was eighteen. After seven years, I continue to work full time waitressing at Merlotte's. Sam is a great boss to work for, but I need health insurance for Hunter and myself. I have been looking for a second job with benefits, if I can find one; I'll cut my hours at the bar. The problem is I never went to college. I only have a high school education. For any decent job with benefits I would need to have some sort of higher education, even if it was just a few classes.

After Gran and I clean up lunch I start figuring out my outfit for tonight. I settle on a sundress and matching heels. I figure it is the safest option, simple yet dressy enough for anywhere Jason would take us. Having gotten my yard and housework done, I put on a bikini and head outside to work on my tan.

Two hours later, I left to pick up Hunter a little early and stop by Merlotte's to see Tara on her late lunch break from the shop. I really want Tara to come out with me tonight. "Sorry Sookie, I already have plans with Eggs tonight; dinner and a movie. Any idea what Jason has planned?" Disappointed I pause and reply, "He's getting a group together, and taking us to Shreveport. Beyond that he has not mentioned anything." Sam came out of the stock room with a worried look on his face and joined us at the bar.

"Shreveport is a dangerous place after dark Sookie, please be careful tonight." Puzzled I ask, "What are you trying to tell me Sam?" He paused, perhaps he was hoping I would use my telepathy, but I try to never do that with my family and friends. "There are vampires in Shreveport, Sookie. You've never met one, so you have no idea how dangerous and deadly they are."

Surprised, I took a deep breathe in. I haven't ever seen a vampire other than on the television. The Great Revelation happened more than 6 months ago. I have been hoping that a vampire would come into Merlotte's, but it never happened. "I'll keep that in mind Sam, thanks. Have a great night Tara." After that I picked up Hunter from school and headed home.

Gran made dinner early tonight, probably to get me out of the house that much quicker. I took a shower; towel dried my hair and applied my makeup. I took care to accent my blue eyes without looking like my face would melt. I think less is more. I apply hair product to control frizz and style it leaving my natural blonde waves down; next, I lotion up my freshly shaved legs. I decide to go all out, wearing a new baby pink lace bra and panty set. My sundress went on easily enough, then my heels. I asked Gran to zip up the back of my dress.

"Oh sweetheart, you look just beautiful!" A moment later, Jason arrived. I entered the kitchen and found Hunter with Mrs. Fortenbury at the table rolling out pie dough. 'Be a good boy tonight, Hunter.' Hunter's blonde head and brown eyes turned to me, 'I will Aunt Sookie, I promise.' I looked at Gran and said, "I'll have my phone with me. Call if you need anything. Good night!" My body started to feel a nervous excitement about the evening. Would I meet a vampire? Would I be able to hear their thoughts too? I took a deep breathe and then went out the door with Jason and headed to Shreveport.

AN: This is my first story. I have no beta, all mistakes are my own. Thanks for reading!