I'm surprised that I'm getting two chapters up together basically, but I just couldn't wait to get the story going!

I hope you are enjoying it so far, the reviews are great! Thank you all so much, really. C:

Hope you enjoy chapter four!

"Retract your fangs now" Godric growled while holding a man by the throat and dangling him on the far right wall from Aislinn as she sat on the floor shaking from fear. With a click the vampire's fangs disappeared and was dropped to the floor but Godric still had him in his grasp. "You aren't my Sheriff anymore," the man spat in rage but Godric didn't even flinch. However he did grip the man tighter because he winced, however, before it could go any farther Isabel appeared. It was like magic or something.

"Godric release Stan," Her voice laced with authority but it seemed more forced than anything. Godric sighed as if regaining his senses before letting his hand drop and apologizing to Isabel. She smiled at him fully knowing what Stan was like and told him she would take care of this. Godric was then in front of Aislinn making her jump, not really helping cure her fright. "Aislinn…" Her name trailed from his lips making her eyes finally lift from the maroon carpet to his stormy orbs. Then she was scooped into his arm as if she weighed as much as a feather, "Did I not warn you?" He spoke while taking her away from her attacker and all she could do was nod because it was true.

Although, it really wasn't her fault! Aislinn didn't know that in only a week she'd almost be eaten while on her way to the bathroom. Five days ago Godric had taken her out and when they got back she was introduced to another vampire, Stan. He reminded her of one of those cow boys in that movie Blazing Saddles. And ever since then, Stan has eyed her like she was dessert even when Isabel warned him not to lay a finger or fang on her. The second time she ran into him he tried to glamour her and like most vampires was surprised. But he took it more as a challenge, and then the game of cat and mouse began between the two. It was easy when Godric was around due to the fact he was the oldest vampire in the nest and that meant he was the strongest. Plus a lot still respected him because he was the previous Sheriff.

Stan though, he thought it was even more fun thinking he could get Aislinn right under Godric's nose. That's one sick man, just saying. However, he wasn't very bright, Godric knew about this dance they were doing and made sure his presence was known at all times. Except this very night Isabel was asked to go to a council meeting of some sort and asked Godric to attend. He must have made her feel more secure about the whole thing. Isabel still went to him for advice which was sweet to be honest. Anyways, before Godric left he had told her to stay in her room for the few hours he would be out due to the dangers that lurked in the halls. Well he didn't word it like that, he sounded like a character out of one of Shakespeare's plays.

Stan to her though was like the monster that lurked in the halls and stole the life out of children, out of her! Aislinn was only human though, and sometimes nature calls. The bathroom wasn't far and she wasn't a boy. No bottles, that's gross. She thought she was scott free but on her way back she was yank by the back of her shirt into the nearest wall. The face she saw was his and he looked far to amused by her frightened face. She went to scream but he covered her mouth with ease and she knew a bruise would be left from his death hold. "Hello pet, so you've finally come to play," he drawled making her try to squirm out of his hold but no luck. Stan only grinned evilly loving that she refused to just give up. "I'm going to enjoy draining you… delicious," he whispered into her neck as he smelled her. It was as if her blood was calling to him.

Flinching from hearing his fangs pop out and tears started to form in her eyes. All she could think was it was over. Next thing she knew though was she was on the ground looking across the hall to the right. Godric was there and he had saved her.

Jumping out of her thoughts as she was sat on a comfy bed, her bed for the time being. Godric cupped her cheeks looking into her eyes, his eyes were usually warm or intrigued but today it was a mixture of anger and fear, maybe? "What did I tell you before departing?" His voice somewhat harsh but she couldn't find her voice. She could feel his anger and wasn't sure telling him she had to use the bathroom would help him calm down. Over the few days they had gotten pretty close, well as close as Godric would let them. He liked his privacy and had snapped at her a few times because of her power.

Minutes of silence passed until whimpers escaped Aislinn's lips. Godric's eyes instantly flash sorrow as he watched the usually witty and cheerful young woman in front of him break down. Sure, she wasn't a crybaby and she could take a lot. But almost dying from getting your neck chewed on was fucking terrifying! Pardon her French. Fresh hot tears streamed down her face as Godric let go of her cheeks and stood unsure at what to do. He might be a vampire, but he was also a man and they never knew what to do with a crying girl. However she was soon comforted by two strong arms wrapping around her tiny frame and she relished the feeling. Crying into his shoulder like she had never cried before, like really, she could have awoken a sleeping family but good thing she was in a nest full of vampires!

"Shh… Aislinn, you are alright child," he hushed gently, and awkwardly that only he could make work. After she wept for a few minutes she calmed down while Godric kept her wrapped up in his embrace. If Eric saw this, she was sure he would go all Viking and start breaking stuff because no one was allowed to have affections from his Maker but him, of course. He had called to check up and warned her no funny business, but that's a story for another time. "Godric?" Aislinn's voice slightly cracked as she wiggled in his arms trying to show he could loosen his grip a little. "We will talk about this later. You decompress a bit," he commanded, she didn't like being told what to do but she was far to worn out to care. "Yeah… th-" Aislinn was about to thank him but he hushed he and told her later before leaving the room. A bath sounded really good all of a sudden.

She grabbed pajamas and a towel that the maid gave her earlier this evening before peeking out the door. She was still on edge and would most likely by traumatized of hallways for the rest of her life. "Sweetie?" The Spanish accent filled the hall making her relax, Isabel. Asilinn stood straight now looking at the beautiful creature to the side of her, "H-hello…" Isabel frowned before apologizing for Stan and saying nothing would harm her ever again. Aislinn smiled but was still wary of what lurked a bout. Isabel said she would escort her to the bathroom which Aislinn couldn't be more ecstatic about.

Sinking into the warm water she couldn't help but feel at bliss for a few moments. Much had happened in so little time. But in a strange way she had never felt more alive. Being here felt right to her even if she was just a blood bag visiting for a while. Godric was such a mystery and had so much knowledge. When they were together she felt this spark as if she has known him forever. Yet, it's only been a week and a day or two since she first met him. Him and Eric though were both bipolar, son like father kind of thing she guessed. Her mind wandered on anything just trying to suppress the near death experience. Aislinn sank deeper into the water but shot up when a voice came from behind the door. It was Godric checking up on her. He was clearly worried about her emotional state.

"Yes?" She whispered knowing he could hear her just fine; they had played the hearing game once. It left him amused every time she freaked out about him hearing her loud and clear five rooms apart at times. "You have been in there for an hour is everything alright?" he questioned as if she were going to drown herself. "I'll be out soon," Aislinn responded getting out of the water when she heard footsteps slowly disappear from the door. An hour, she had really been thinking that long. She dried off her body and twisted the towel around her hair leaving it bundled on top of her head. Slipping on her black tights and over sized ENNS high school hoodie before leaving the bathroom towards her room.

Godric was sitting on her bed which surprised her yet she expected it all at the same time. He watched her go around the room in a hurry obviously wanting to finish up so he can start his lecture. Aislinn was just slipping on her slipper-booties when she heard Godric's voice fill the room, "Come here." A little hesitate at first she made her way in front of him, "Sit." He motioned to the floor making her raise a brow but she did what she was told. He was giving her a stern look plus she was exhausted. Crossing her legs and her back against the bed she could only imagine what happened next. Godric took the towel in his hands and started to dry her hair with it. It was so sweet and intimate. He was trying to take care of her and she wasn't going to complain. No girl should complain if Godric was pampering them in such a way.

"Can I… ask you something? You may refuse if you like," his voice was soft and low as he kept working on her hair; she hummed in response for him to go on. Godric was now the hesitant one, it was funny to see him like this. There were so many layers to him. "What if I were to claim you?" He asked making her go bright red, what the hell was that suppose to mean? He sensed her confusion like usual and explained, "If I were to do that no one would be able to attack you like tonight. In their eyes you will be mine." She relaxed a bit but the heat increased in her cheeks. Her mind wondered how many people he had claimed before but she mentally smacked herself upside the head. He was trying to protect her not declaring his love. "I… I wouldn't mind that," she finally said making the side of Godric's lips twitch upward. "Then you are mine, Aislinn Cole."