Chapter 4
The morning came faster than Laura had hoped. She awoke to the sounds of Carmilla packing her bag.
"Good morning beautiful." Carmilla said as she walked toward her girlfriend and place a kiss on her lips.
"Mmm, good morning." Laura replied before leaning in to deepen the kiss.
"You should have woken me up as soon as you got up." Laura pouted.
"No, it's okay. You needed to sleep." Carmilla told the girl.
"Are you ready for this? " Laura asked nervously as her heart beat quickened in fear.
"I am, this is something I have to do. The Moldark Clan is no match for me. I will stop them." Carmilla replied in a confident tone trying to reassure her girlfriend.
"What is this group anyway? I got to upset to even ask." the mortal asked.
"The Moldark Clan is run by the most powerful vampire in all of Europe. Dante has been around for 9 centuries. Through the years, he has recruited vampires to join him and become members of the Moldark "family". Mother was pulled into the cult when she was forced into a great battle beside her sister, Maeve. Mother was pulled into a fight at the beginning of her immortal life, when Maeve was killed, Mother had no other choice but to join the Moldark's. Dante took her under his wing and taught mother all that she knew. Dante's word was the way of the land. If you went against him, you would be slaughtered. Dante's wife, Velorina, will be the first to arrive here if I do not stop them. She too is quite powerful."
"Why can't we just tell them that she is dead and that be that?" Laura questioned.
"Dante and Velorina must be in control. If they lose a member of their cult, they want it to be caused by their own hands. It is important that every member of the family is present on the sacrificial day so that they can present a feast of mortals to Dante so that he can gain immense power. It is the law that if any member is not present, they will be exterminated. The Moldark's are coming here to kill, Laura. When they find out mother is dead, the desire to kill will be even greater." Carmilla explained as she watched the worry on her girlfriend's face intensify.
"How many are there...?" Laura asked even though she didn't want to know the answer.
"It's hard to tell, the clan spreads out across the world. I'm not sure how many Dante has demanded to seek out mother. It could be anywhere from five to fifty."
"Fifty vampires?! FIFTY?! Carm! You cannot fight fifty vampires off by yourself! It is just not possible!" Laura screamed in fear.
"I won't be alone my love, I made some calls. I know of a few other night dwellars that have been waiting for the right moment to put the Moldark's in their place. I promise you, my love, I can do this. We will defeat them. I will be back here before you know it."
"Okay.. That makes me feel slightly better." Laura replied trying to show Carmilla that she believed in her.
"I have to go, Laura..." Carmilla sadly replied.
"I know you do.." Laura said trying to hold back the tears.
"Laura Hollis, I love you. Forever, I will hold you in my heart. Forever, I will stand by your side. Forever, I will protect you. Forever, I am yours. I love you, sweetheart." Carmilla said before leaning in for a passionate kiss.
"I love you, you stupid vampire." Laura said giving Carmilla a smirk. "I'll be waiting here for you.. Don't take too long, I can't sleep without you by my side." Laura added in a more serious tone.
Carmilla grabbed the picture she had given Laura the night before off of the stand beside the bed.
"Hold this close to you, remember the moments we've had and look forward to the moments we will have. Wait for me to come home to you." the vampire looked down at the picture then back at the girl. Carmilla took Laura into her arms and held her tight.
"Farewell my love, until I return to you." Carmilla whispered before giving Laura one last kiss.
She grabbed her bag and headed toward the door. Before leaving she turned toward Laura, "I love you" she said then turned and walked out the door.
"I love you..." Laura cried as Carmilla was already gone.
Laura sank down into the bed and began to sob. She had tried to be tough, she tried to show Carmilla that she believed she could do it. But in all honesty, Laura wasn't sure she could. It helped to know that her girlfriend wasn't fighting the Moldark's alone. However, the way Carmilla spoke about Dante and Velorina was terrifying. Laura sat staring at a photograph in her hand. Less than 24 hours ago, the beautiful brunette in the photo was in her arms. Now, she was out fighting vampires and risking her life. How could Laura just let her go? Why didn't she stop her?
A/N: From here on out I will be uploading every Wednesday and Sunday pretty regularly so stay tuned! I hope you guys are enjoying it! There's much ahead!
