Love in Dark Realm

By AngeL From Chaos

This is a plain story about a secret vampire clan, the Lamias, who were believed that they are just one of those myths. The folk tellers often describe them in three words: Immortal, brutal and lethal. Despite of these characteristics, there are capital laws that are strictly prohibited when dealing with humans: Limit their blood lust and don't dare to fall in love with humans. But what are the consequences for rule breakers like the princess of the dark realm, herself, Sakura Kinomoto?

However, there is this mystical book of the Legendary King Lacudra that possesses an ancient power to bring the dead to life… in exchange of someone's soul.

A/N: Love in dark realm is actually a comic strip of mine that's why I decided to publish it on the net, too. Yeah, right! I sketch this on my sketchpad! Anyway, this is just my 1st fanfiction to be submitted on this site so. Please pardon me for having some grammatical errors. I am not that expert in English grammar but I'll try my best not to have errors. It will be my pleasure if you'll review / post a comment.

PROLOGUE:

Meet the Princess of the Vamps!

"Don't! Please have mercy on me!" an old helpless guy pleaded the sphinxine girl with chilly, green eyes and white porcelain skin. She was incredibly attractive indeed, but timorous.

The young lass clothed with black suit resumed her pace towards the innocent as if she had not heard anything. Until he was cornered.

"Don't dare to come closer!" he cautioned as he yanked out his silver bullet gun from his pocket. He took aim on the forehead of the sauntering lass. "Just stop what you're planning to do!" But the cool girl ignored him.

"Nothing can stop me from this 'cos my passion with human blood is growing. I don't have leniency on humans when it comes to feeding." The auburn-haired girl started to grin.

"Son of a devil! Are you telling me that you are some kind of descendant of a demon!" he shuddered with horror as he saw her glinting sharp teeth. Not teeth but fangs! "Oh my god.". He was loosing self control and shot the silver bullet on her head. "Hmmph! Gotcha! You demonic creature!" the brunette man laughed boastfully. "Nice shot!"

There appeared a hole on her head and she stopped walking, eyes shut. She flinched. And so the man felt relieved and breathe easier. "Now, is that what you've got?" he simpered proudly. He turned 180 degrees and as he was about to return his gun, "Wait a minute…". He wondered. "Why didn't she fell on the ground?" he thought.

Finally, he took the courage to take a glimpse on his back. His knees went shivering of what he saw. The frigid girl's eyes flew open. " Oh shit!… You… you're a zombie! So you are really a descendant of a demon!" he gritted his teeth and tried to keep cool. "Haha! You should have visit the church very often, kid…" the crippled man tried to fool her.

But it did not work. He was even more surprised to see the penetrated zone on her forehead fading. "What the?.. Your wound… How could it be?" he asked puzzled.

The pale-looking girl gave him a stern look. "Don't you know that we, vampires, were sort of immortal?" she uttered as she seized his neck and effortlessly lifted the poor man above her head level. "And we are a lot stronger and quicker than humans do." She hurled him against the wall and whispered. "Well, no more playing, dude"

"No, no! Who are you really?" he screamed helplessly as he felt the warmth from her mouth to his neck. Before he could ever resist, a double sting surprised him.

"AaAaAHhH!" he shrieked and everything went black.

Remembering the prey's question a while ago, "Who am I? My name is Sakura Kinomoto, princess of the dark realm" came her whisper then fled quietly.

Chapter 1: An Encounter with the Princess of the Dark Realm

Somewhere at the city of Aegis, at the Emerald Bar to be exact, "A 35 year old man was found dead…". A guy with silky chestnut hair read the article on the newspaper. "This is weird. They found a double sting on his neck." He continued reading silently. "Whoah, I think this is an intriguing story.." his mind was suddenly interrupted by some cool guy looking mean but hot though.

"And what the heck do you think you're reading, Li Syaoran?! We were supposed to do our duty here" a black-haired guy patted Syaoran's shoulders. "Another pornographic article, huh?" he grabbed his tabloid and took a peak. He was a little bit amazed of the article and looked at him. "Hey, since when did you start reading obituary pages?" he asked curiously.

"I can't recall that time exactly, Yamazaki." was Syaoran's reply. "Now give me back that tabloid!" he growled and looked at Yamazaki rigorously.

Yamazaki was too obedient and returned it to Syaoran. "Anyway, who could be the suspect for that malevolent crime? Any idea?" he crossed his arms. "A vampire, maybe?" Yamazaki smiled evilly.

"Oh, c'mon Yamazaki! Give me a break!" Syaoran snapped. "Don't tell me that you belong to those freaks who believe on such things like that!" he stood, folded the tabloid and placed it on the bar table. "Okay, okay, let me remind you. Vampires don't exist! Period!" the brown-eyed lad uttered seriously. "They were just those freaky characters in the novels, movies and comics!" he continued with matching hand gestures as if he is lecturing some kid in a classroom.

Yamazaki jammed his hands inside his pocket. "But what if it's true?" he asked interested, trying to test his defensive pal

"It's not true!" Syaoran blurted. "We are living in a modern, industrialized and progressive city so it's impossible to have vampires lurking somewhere." He explained and turned back at Yamazaki.

Yamazaki was speechless for a while, waiting for more word to come out from Syaoran's mouth. "This guy was really tough when it comes to discussions like this. No wonder he's so smart. Every girl in the campus would admire his qualities, including his heart piercing charm." He thought and sighed. "I just wish I was like you." He added.

"Future detectives like me don't solve cases regarding vampires!" Syaoran joked and laughed a little. Yama-kun just shrugged.

And so the two bartenders continued their duties. "This is boring, dude! No pretty babes! No inspiration!" Yamazaki said doing some exhibitions with his bottle.

"You better stop thinking of girls. We're here to gain money, not gain hotties." Syaoran answered to his frustrated buddy. "Well, if you're really desperate for seeking one, why don't you check out that girl with braided hair?" he mumbled pointing at one table.

"Haha! You're such a good seeker, huh? You know my type!" Yamazaki grabbed a bottle of red wine and walked towards the lass. "She's pretty damn good!" he thought dreamily. The braided damsel was wearing a black school uniform with a logo of black cross inside a pentagram located at the left upper sleeve. "Hmm, I've never seen a school logo like that one…"

Li Syaoran watched his friend make his moves when a new customer came in that caught everybody's attention. "Hm?" his eyes seemed to lose its focus on Yamazaki. "Wow… that girl is something…" a sudden pang struck his heart as he gazed at the lass. "She's a pretty girl and looks mysterious." He thought dreamily.

The auburn-haired gal accidentally shifted her eyes to Syaoran that made him blush. She was wearing red turtleneck and black pants. She seemed to be finding something. "This place is cool… lot of customers!" she pondered.

Syaoran continued eyeing her until she took a step, two steps and then a series of steps. "Oh man, she's pacing towards me." He felt his cheeks getting warmer as she's getting nearer. "I never felt this feeling before… This feeling of uneasiness." she was a few meters away. And then, a few inches. She was already in front of him!

"W-Welcome to Emerald Bar, Ms. Anonymous!…" Syaoran said with stammering voice. "What variety of beverage can I offer to you?" he gulped. The weird-looking lass was expressionless and pale. She just stared at Syaoran for a while. "Excuse me, miss? Are you finding something? Had you lost some of your vulnerable property here?" he asked presumptuously.

It took seconds before the girl could answer. "I'm looking for a part-time job. Is there an available slot for me?" she questioned staring blankly.

"A slot for your job? Well, I'm just a bartender. If you like, I'll call my manager or you could just go to him." Syaoran answered.

The girl nodded. "Would you mind if you show me where his office is?"

"Oh, sure!" Syaoran smiled and they went to the manager's office.

Inside the manager's office… His office is not that huge. Syaoran greeted the manager who was sitting on his couch. "She wants a part-time job here. So she's asking if there's an available slot for her."

The manager stood and examined the pale girl with a scarce look. "What's your name?" he started to ask her.

"Sakura… Sakura Kinomoto." She replied. "..the princess of the vamps.." she thought slyly.

"So your name is Sakura," the manager walked around her to observe warily. "You have a nice and sexy figure. You can be a night club dancer here" was his compliment.

Syaoran raised his eyebrows, notably signaling of disapproval. "I think that would not be a nice job for Sakura…" he snapped with a condemned look.

The manager frowned. "What the heck do you think you're doing here, Mr. Li?! Get the hell out of here and get back to work! Darn it! You are not the manager to decide for her!" he yelled angrily. Sakura watched them stupidly.

"Uh, yes sir. Pardon me." Syaoran was a bit embarrassed and went out of the office. "I just hope Sakura won't accept that job."

Back to the office… "I can't accept it" Sakura said coldly.

But the manager tried to convince her. "Don't want? Okay, I'll pay you double per month! I'll offer you a permanent job for you! So.. what's your decision?" he asked. "Take your time, Sakura"

The cherry blossom's eyes narrowed making a sense that she's getting angry. Her emerald orbs seemed to darken. "What I said is what I said… I won't accept that! I am not up to nasty stuffs out here." Sakura glared fiercely.

Silence… Finally, the manager was stunned and gave up. "Sorry then.." The two were alone in the office. He walked toward Sakura who was somewhat out of this world or perhaps just in a deep thought. "Are you fine, Sakura?"

She nodded.

"Anyway, I'm Mr.Morton. Nice to meet you, Sakura. Please pardon me if I've been too persistent. Want a coffee?" he offered her and she said it's okay. Then he prepared a coffee and put a sleeping-effect capsule on it. "You'll be drowsy sooner than you expected. I never thought you're so easy to deceive! That capsule has a strong effect that whoever take it would have a heavy and sound sleep." He thought grinning.

"There you go. This might warm yourself from the cold breeze outside." He watched her drink the coffee. "Drink well, my lady… and get ready to fall to sleep" he murmured with a devilish grin.

A few seconds passed and there were no changes or effects happening. This made Mr. Morton slightly confused. There she stood awake and was looking at him. Mr. Morton felt his sweat slowly dropping from his forehead. "It can't be…"

Sakura thought differently. "Fool! Vampires can read one's mind! That's why I know you planned to make me sleep from the very start, jerk! But it won't work because you even didn't notice that I shifted your cup with mine" she thought calmly. "What are you waiting for, Mr. Morton? Why don't you drink your coffee? It's not fair for me if I'll be the only one to drink the coffee."

"Huh?! Oh! I forgot!" he said and quickly drank his coffee. All of a sudden, he dropped his cup and his eyelids went heavy that he couldn't help but fall asleep on the floor! Thud!

"Now sweet dreams, Mr. Morton." Sakura whispered behind his ear and caressed his neck. She waved goodbye and held the doorknob firmly.

As Sakura went out of the office and Syaoran saw her. "How's the part-time job? Did you accept his offer?" he asked.

She stared at him. "You never told me that your manager was some sort of maniac. I'm not interested with the job but… thanks for your help, anyway. I appreciate it." Sakura gave him a plain smile.

"Oh man! She appreciated me!" Syaoran thought blushing madly.

Sakura tried to read his mind but an unexplainable barrier blocked her readings. "Weird…Why I can't read his mind?" When she was about to leave the bar, Syaoran ran after her and asked.

"Can I… Have your number?" Syaoran, himself, doesn't have any idea what the heck he was just saying.

Sakura pulled out her calling card and hand it to Syaoran. "Here…" Their hands almost touched.

"Thank you!" Then Sakura left. "Damn! She makes me feel… Arrgh! I can't explain it!"

Yamazaki noticed it all. "Yo buddy! You're acting eerie! Hey! Don't tell me that girl…" his words were cut.

"That girl melted my heart, Yamazaki. I wonder if she has a boyfriend" Syaoran snapped. "I pray she doesn't have any.." he continued.

" You always do that stuff, Syaoran! Those pretty girls had a strong effect on you!.. including that pale-looking lass!" Yamazaki teased but Syaoran fought back as he expected.

"She's different from the other girls I've met or dated!" Syaoran said. "This mysterious lass isn't ordinary…"

"There are so many pretty hot girls out there! Don't just waste your time with that freaky witch! Remember her face? She has that pale skin! She looks like a vampire, 'ya know? She can play the role of a zombie on horror movies! Oh Syaoran!" Yamazaki interrupted. "If you like, I'll find you an appealing one!" He thought of girls in their campus. "I can give you a sexy, enticing or even erotic ladies!"

Syaoran was irritated even more. "Ah, shut up, Yamazaki! I don't need such girls! What I want is her… I mean, Sakura" he said softly.

"So Sakura's her name. You're really crazy, dude! If I were you, I'll stop dreaming of that not commendable girl!"

Syaoran's eyes narrowed and were about to strike him. " I don't wanna hear your crude voice, okay?… This is my business and I don't care if you distaste Sakura!"

"Oh, okay. That's your business then. You're free for her, anyway. No guy would even like her." Syaoran grabbed his collar. "Awww! Hey! Ease up, loverboy!"

Syaoran let go of his grip.

End of the first chapter

AngeLfromChaos

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