*Daniel's p.o.v *
It was getting late, and I really should head back. I don't want Yukie worrying about me. It's late, and I don't want her coming out to look for me. I swear LA gets more dangerous each year. These days, there's more rapists and muggers on every corner than there are prostitutes. "Hey, it's getting late. I'll need to head back home," I said, getting up and straightening myself out.
"Going to go see your lady friend?" Nines asked, smirking.
I froze. "What are you talking about?" I asked, trying to change the subject.
"Oh, don't play dumb with me, kid. I smelled a mortal woman on you when I first walked up to ya. She smells nice too, and let me guess… Asian? yup definitely Asian and Japanese." Nines added. I cursed under my breath. "So when will I get to meet this lucky girl of yours?" Nines asked downing a cup of blood.
I cocked my head back. As if he had insulted my great ancestors. "Never and she's not my girlfriend yet, but we are planning on dating soon…" I replied back.
Nines chuckled. "Then she's your girlfriend, kid, and don't act so shy. I'm sure if you woo her enough you might get lucky."
I cut him off quick. "I prefer to not think about that sort of thing right now," I said frantically, ignoring his amused but annoyed look.
"Look, kid. You're a vampire, and always will be. Better to take it from me than just to act like you are still human. I say bed her and turn her into one of us. Why care for marriage with a human? She'll die, Daniel. They always do…." Nines trailed off.
He looked away from me, and I could see the pain and hurt forming in his eyes. I don't know what came over me but I blurted out like an idiot, "Nines, why do you feel the way you do? What happened to your family?" I asked.
I saw him wince. "They died, kid. They died. They were humans. They don't live long… Look. Just be careful, okay? I don't want you getting too attached to her, because if something bad happens to her, you'll… you'll.… Never mind. I'll see you later, kiddo. Goodnight," Nines said, getting up from his seat.
I muttered a goodnight and went out. I know that Yuki is going to die someday, that was just a part of life, but I won't let Nine's negative message get to me. Walking back down the street, I caught a cab back to Yuki's apartment.
Meanwhile
*Drake's p.o.v *
The ghoul I was carrying was badly injured, and she needed medical help ASAP! Hailing a cab, I had the driver drive us to the emergency room. Luckily, even though LA was still a dump, it had better medical care and brand new hospitals, all thanks to Prince William Lacroix himself. They quickly accepted the poor girl and treated her for serious injuries. Before they asked any questions, I hurried out and left. My home was only three blocks away, so I walked home. A few shady guys were watching me, but none of them had the balls to try to mess with him. They wouldn't have gotten anything for their trouble, unless they wanted a free trip to the afterlife. They didn't attack, so I guess they weren't interested.
*30 minutes later *
I arrived at my apartment, and my grumpy elderly neighbor's cat was on the stoop, licking itself. The vile little beast caught sight of me and hissed, arching it's back, and then ran off into the night. Ignoring the critter's reaction, I walked upstairs, ignoring the drunk slouched out on the steps. I advanced upstairs further. Taking a right, finding my apartment room, I took my keys out and unlocked the door. The place looked normal, but I could sense someone was here. To the far left, I heard my shower running, and I went to investigate. The shower was indeed running. On top of that, women's clothing was strewn across the floor, while a clean blouse and some slacks rested neatly folded on the sink. There were also a few perfume bottles and a makeup bag filled with God knows what and whatever women use to paint there face on these days.
The shower stopped, and my ghoul Christina popped out. She didn't notice me at first, but when she did, she shrieked. "Drake, you scared the shit out of me! She said.
She didn't even bother to put her towel around her body. You could see everything you wanted. Her breasts were beautiful and… (Wait, why am I looking at her like that?) I thought to myself.
I quickly looked away, trying to run out of the room, but she snatched her towel up and quickly grabbed my arm. "Master didn't you miss me?" She asked playfully.
I bit my lip. "Yes, I did, but I would appreciate if you put on clothes," I replied back. I swear, she dropped the towel on purpose and let it pool around her feet. She did a little twirl, and I caught the faint smell of alcohol on her breath. "Damn it, Christina. Are you drunk?" I asked.
She giggled. "Nope!" She replied, and I shook my head. Averting my eyes once more, I stooped down and picked up the towel, thrusting it into her arms. I retreated back to my room. Thankfully, Christina took the hint and left me alone to get dressed. Several minutes later, she came out of the bathroom and tiredly crawled in bed with me. She affectionately cuddled close to me, but with me being a vampire, I could offer her no body heat.
The only heat there was the one radiating from her living body. I cared for Christina a lot, but ever since my embrace, I walked around pretending to be a Toreador, even though I was a true Brujah. Showing emotions in any shape or form was a challenge for me. We just laid there for a minute awkwardly. I reached out and played with the strands of her on her head, twirling the rich black locks and twirling her hair with my fingers. She let out a happy content sigh, and I almost smiled. "Hey, I really like you. You know that, right?" She asked.
"All ghouls like their masters. Some even obsess over them to the point it becomes unhealthy," I replied back.
She shook her head. "No, not like that. It's not because of the blood bond. I like-like you," she said, hoping I'd get the hint. I sighed and gave her a pleading look. She frowned in response. "I'm serious, Drake," she responded. Sitting back, she looked at me. ''You know I'd do anything for you, right? I want us to take things seriously, you know, and start dating. I don't want to just be your ghoul for all eternity," she confessed.
It took me a while to register what she was saying, and don't get me wrong. I love her and all, but it was hard to show it. "I know you do, Christina. I know you do," I said softly.
"So, if you love me so much, why don't you take me right here, right now? I don't mind at all, and you'd be my first…" Hearing that, I quickly cut her off, feeling amused but a bit uncomfortable. "Whoa, there. At least take me out to dinner first, kid," I said jokingly, hoping to diffuse the awkward situation. Christina gave me the saddest puppy-dog look I have ever seen. I felt like I had wronged the last person in this world I have ever loved. "Awww, don't give me that face, Christina. It makes me feel bad… Look, I'll tell you what. Let's start dating, and maybe I'll let you … ugh … touch me, but in a deeper way," I said. I almost cringed saying that. Anything that had to do with showing emotions, especially love, made me almost physically sick.
Nothing in this world mattered to me anymore, except for Christina, blood, and my Sire. They were the only women in my life that I had left… Hearing that made Christina's eyes light up like fireworks on the fourth of July. "Awesome!" She said, excitedly hugging me.
I nearly snapped my neck trying to get her from pressing her breasts against me she isn't wearing a bra. "Hey, we can cuddle after you put a bra on," I told her gently. She looked at me appalled and folded her arms like a stubborn child that was unwilling to do something. Eventually, she gave in and went to make herself more proper. I sighed. Oh, the things you did for the woman you love.….
There was a knock at the door and I heard Christina call out, "Could you get that? It could be the pizza delivery guy."
"Sure," I yelled back, and went to open the door. I froze when i saw who it was. It was definitely not the pizza guy. Shit…
"Hello, Drake. I hope you are faring well. I know that this is sudden, but I've decided to drop by for a visit." My Sire, Alexandrea Patterson, just loved to drop by for visits unexpectedly. She never tells me when she wants to come over, and I absolutely hate it.
It was nice to see each other again, though. I haven't seen my Sire in 2 years. We both just have very busy schedules, but sometimes we either speak to each other over the phone. That, or we just skype each other. Still, nothing beats talking to the ones you love in the flesh.
Alexandrea was a pale British woman with a slight muscular frame that was still feminine, but not overbearing. She had bleach blonde hair, and one of her eyes were pupils and blank. She told me she lost that eye from a fight with a few nasty Baali vampires that decided to try and kidnap her. Unfortunately for them, Alexandrea is well trained in various fighting styles including martial arts, and those devil worshippers met their final deaths that night. Her good eye was a beautiful sea green, and she wore dark colors that leaned on the gothic side. She wore all black slacks with a black t-shirt and black sneakers while her hair was in a messy ponytail. "Sire, it's nice to finally meet you again in person. I missed you." I replied back, hugging her close.
Alexandrea almost smiled but caught herself. It looked like she was a bit shocked, but she still returned the gesture. Letting her in, I locked the door behind us, and she lovingly but hesitantly pulled me close, laying my head on her chest. "You are so beautiful, Drake, and mine forever. I've wanted you since you were a young boy, and I regret these two years of us being apart. I feel like a horrible sire." She confessed.
It was hard for the both of us to show our emotions, but I have never heard Alexandrea say anything like this before. "Sire, are you sure you are feeling alright?" I asked jokingly.
She kissed the top of my head and cracked a slight smile or at least attempted to. "Yes, love. I'm absolutely fine. Come go hunting with me. It won't be long, but it's been a while since we've fed together," she offered.
I was feeling a bit hungry… "Alright, fine with me. Just let me tell Christina where I'm going…l"
Before I could finish what I was saying, Christina came from the back, looking angrier then a bull. "Who is she?" She asked, pointing to Alexandrea, who was ignoring the ghoul and browsing her phone.
"Relax, Christina. This is my sire," I replied back. Hearing that, she calmed down and I heard her sigh in relief. "Look, just stay here, okay? I'm going out hunting," I told her. She said nothing, but nodded. I could tell she was irritated that I was leaving. I swear, it was like pulling teeth trying to please women. After I said goodbye to Christina, my Sire grabbed my hand and led me out.
(So much for today…) I thought to myself.
Meanwhile
*Prince Lacroix's p.o.v *
Getting into the hotel was easy, but now the hardest part was not killing an innocent and taking a better living space. As soon as I turned on the light switch, it seemed like six generations of cockroaches scattered, hiding in fear. I grimaced. The room was no better. There was mold growing on the walls, and the paint was peeling off. The bed had all sorts of disgusting stains on it, and I didn't even want to know what was on the mattress. The only identifiable stain I saw was a huge, person-sized blood stain. It looked like someone had been brutally murdered, execution style, on it. I wouldn't put it past myself to even doubt that they at least had the decency to clean the bathroom.
Now, I know longer had to relieve myself, but I did have to bathe and brush my teeth. I certainly was not going to sleep on that filthy bed. I would rather suffer a final death. Going into the bathroom, I saw it was also disgusting, but the tub was at least decent-ish. Standing up and leaning against the tile, I closed my eyes and fell into a deep sleep.
Meanwhile
*Yuki's p.o.v *
I was starting to get worried about Daniel. I know he could take care of himself, but what if another vampire hunter got him? I don't want to even think about what I'd do if something were to happen to him. I got up from the couch, and my cat Oscar cried and tried to follow me out the door. "No, no, Oscar. Mommy will be back. I'm going to go look for your new friend," I said gently my cat attempted to snag my shirt off the couch while I was getting dressed. "Oscar, stop that. I really need to go." I gently took the shirt from him and he made the saddest cry. I felt bad, but I really needed to leave. Petting him on the head, I finished getting dressed and grabbed my keys. Locking the door, I left the building. I felt someone roughly grab my arm and I knew it wasn't Daniel because he would never handle me roughly. That man held me like a fragile glass doll. But know this person was definitely male, and certainly not him. "Hey, Yuki. Long time, no see. I see you've got a new boyfriend. Who is he?" The male asked as I tried to snatch my arm from him. His grip only tightened.
''What do you want, Eric? I said we're through!" I snapped.
The Chinese man laughed. Eric was a douchebag in his 20s who thought he was God's gift to women. He wore baggy pants and the latest shirts, and he dyed his hair blonde. The regular douchebag beanie and timberlands was his main outfit as always. He never seemed to get rid of his childish womanizing ways, and he smelled like marijuana. "Aw, come on, baby. You know I still love you, right? I know I cheated on you, but I couldn't resist that other girl. She had a body like a model, and you never let me have sex with you. You brought that on yourself. Not every other girl does the whole 'waiting for marriage' thing these days. Times have changed, and besides, what man would want you more than me? Come on, get in the car, and let's go," he commanded. His words hurt, but I was not letting him just take me without a fight.
"I mean it, Eric! I'll scream!" I threatened.
He laughed, mocking me. "Scream all you want, babe. I think it's really unfair how I can't get a second chance with you. I'm sure that guy you're with probably got a taste of you already. You always were a cutie," he said vulgarly.
I tried to push him off, but he was stronger than me. ''LET ME GO NOW! I DON'T WANT TO HEAR ANY OF YOUR NONSENSE!" I yelled. "Cheating on people isn't a weakness, it's a sign of betrayal, and if you truly loved me you'd stop this and leave me alone! How did you even find my address?" I hissed.
Eric chuckled. "Shut up, you little whore. I'm taking what's rightfully mine, whether you like it or not!" He hissed.
At that, he forcefully kissed me. I broke the kiss by headbutting him hard enough to make his nose bleed and break the kiss. That didn't seem to stop him and his hands trailed down to the buttons on my jeans. I tried to kick him, but his grip only worsened and I yelped from the pain.
Eric laughed cruelly, but stopped to wipe the blood from his nose and he smirked, but then he saw Daniel looming over him. His eyes widened in surprise, but he straightened himself out. Daniel's golden eyes narrowed angrily. "Oh, here's your boyfriend, Yuki. I hope he doesn't mind sloppy seconds," Eric taunted, trying to make Daniel mad.
In a blink of an eye, Daniel seized him by his shirt collar and tossed him hard on the ground, knocking the air from his lungs. I did nothing but watch. "So, you think it's okay to hurt women huh? You can't be normal like the rest of us men? No, you got to force yourself on women…. Oh, young man. We are going to have a fine night together… I'll make sure you never hurt another woman again, especially mine," Daniel said darkly.
The tone of his voice scared me. I have never seen him get angry before, and honestly, I was horrified of what he might do. "Daniel?" I said trying to get his attention, but he either didn't hear me or ignored me entirely.
"Yukie, get inside the house. I don't want you to see this…" He commanded.
I didn't ask why, but I hurried into the house and closed the door. Watching from the window secretly, I watched what was going on. They were outside arguing, and I saw Eric take out a gun. I screamed when he shot Daniel in the chest, but the vampire was unfazed by the human's attack. Laughing, Daniel did something to the other man. I jumped when I saw Eric roll around screaming in agony, and then, he suddenly burst open. Daniel had used his Thaumaturgy on the younger man. Blood sprayed everywhere, coating everything, including the vampire in a wave of crimson. I gagged. Running to the toilet I threw up everything I had eaten.
Daniel wiped the blood from himself and looked around to make sure no one saw that. Taking off his bloody coat and clothes. unfazed by the winter cold, he entered the house. "Yuki?" He asked.
I said nothing, but straightened myself out and flushed the toilet. I think he knew I saw everything because he threw his stuff in the washer and frowned. "You saw, did you?" He asked. I nodded. "I'm sorry." He said.
I shook my head no. "It's okay. You saved me. If you weren't here he would have raped me." I replied back.
He just nodded. He went over and pulled me into a hug to comfort me. He smelled of blood, but I didn't care. I was just glad we were both going to be okay. "Hey. I love you. I don't feel bad for what I've done. I was going to eat the guy, but filth like him needed to be taken out. I don't ever want another man hurting you, and as long as I'm here, I promise to protect you," he assured me.
I nodded, starting to sob. He rubbed my back soothingly, and at first he leaned over to kiss me, but hesitated. "Don't worry. It's okay. You can kiss me, but first, let's get cleaned up. That bastard kissed me. I hope I didn't catch anything," I said chuckling.
He wiped the tears from my face. "Sounds good," he replied back. Smiling at me. I smiled back. Tonight was one hell of a night.
To be continued...
Edited by Darkest Nightmare's Dread
