Sookie's Pov
I woke up expecting for my entire body to be stiff and aching due to being shoved against the wall by the stubborn Viking, for my throat to ache heavily from where his grip clearly had left bruises. I found it hard to blame him for his reaction though, he was an emotional wreak and thought the vampire who he cared for the most had died alone after I had promised I would stay with him until the end. So no, I didn't blame him. It didn't mean I had forgiven him though; far from it since all of this mess could have been avoided if he had of just listened to me instead of jumping to conclusions. I may understand why he did it, but he was going to have to do some serious grovelling. I snorted at the thought, like Eric would grovel to me of all people.
Groaning slightly I was surprised but confused to why I felt perfectly fine considering the drama which had happened only yesterday; the fact I didn't feel at all sore or even stiff confusing the hell out of me. I shouldn't have recovered this quickly, hell I blacked out for goodness sake and yet I wake up feeling as if I had imagined it all.
Sighing, my eyes still closed I shifted only to find my movement was limited. I found myself swallowing hard as I felt a heavy but far from uncomfortable weight around my waist, my form stiff as I opened my eyes cautiously only to stifle a scream which I was greeted with a sight I did not expect. There in front of me was none other than the one vampire who I thought would never let a human lie with him while he was dead for the day; one Eric Northman.
I couldn't help but find myself panicking, the fact my body felt nothing more than relaxed in his arms only increasing my panicked emotions. Why did I feel so relaxed? I mean just hours ago this very vampire had tried to strangle the life out of me because he wouldn't listen, yet now he was trusting me enough to be around him while he was at his weakness? This vampire had me more than a little confused; couldn't he just pick a mood and stick to it? It would make my life so much easier.
Finally getting over the shock of waking up in the same bed as the Viking I started to make the effort of trying to wiggle out of his arms; while I found myself incredibly relaxed I couldn't deny the fact I was desperate for a human moment as Bill often called it. So with that I tried in vain to try and get free of his iron grip, how was it possible he weighed so much?
"Stupid vampire" I muttered, my wiggling finally having the desired effect as I managed to turn around only to jump, a startled yelp leaving my mouth when I realised Eric wasn't the only one who was in bed with me; an arm around my waist keeping me pinned to the bed. Godric.
This was the last thing I needed I thought as I frowned, what was it about vampires always have an interest in me? But even if with that thought I couldn't help the fact my eyes were immediately drawn to those gorgeous lips of his, feeling myself flush when I remembered my actions on the roof. I still couldn't believe I had been bold enough to act in such a manner, I was sure my Gran would be rolling in her grave if she saw how I had been acting lately.
Gently I managed to pull my arm free from their grip, my fingers running over his cheek as they barely touched his cool skin. He was such a handsome vampire I thought, they both were and while I had always found Bill attractive, I hated to admit it but he didn't hold a candle against either of these incredible specimens. As soon as that thought crossed my mind I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt, even if Bill was acting strangely lately he did not deserve me to be thinking like that!
Snapping out of my sudden haze I luckily managed to get my legs untangled, my blush only growing in color when I realized that all they were wearing was a pair of silk sleep pants each. I couldn't help but admire them both, it was incredibly clear that they both worked a lot in there human life to manage to get such impressive forms.
"Bad Sookie" I berated myself as I tried to snap out of it, my hands literally twitching with the want to run my fingers over their abs. Gosh, I was actually rather slutty lately I thought with a frown. This was not good; I did not feel attracted to them! Okay, that was a lie, but still…
Knowing that unless I wanted to embarrass myself I needed to get out of this position quickly I bit into my bottom lip as I tried to work out the quickest and easiest way to get out of this situation. It was clear when they both decided to make a Sookie sandwich that this had not passed their minds; then again it wasn't like they had human moments such as these anyway so I could hardly hold it against them. So with that I hesitantly threw my leg over Godric's waist, glad that he was out for the day, before using his still form as leverage to pull myself from both Godric's and Eric's arms.
I couldn't help but grin in triumph as I had to resist the urge to hoot out loud at my accomplishment, however small it may have seemed. But it wasn't every day I managed to get out of the grip of two of the oldest vampires in existence, many would be proud I thought smugly.
My smug mood didn't last long unfortunately, since it was only a few moments later I realized exactly what I was doing and where I was. I literally flushed bright red with embarrassment when I realized that I was effectively straddling Godric, my knees either side of his waist and the fact I could tell he was clearly aroused as I pressed against him. My eyes widened, my hand slapping over my mouth as I couldn't help but find myself incredibly relieved that he was still out for the day – even if I didn't realize it was possible for a vampire to get a hard-on when they weren't exactly conscious.
I shook my head, clearly not knowing as much about vampires as I first thought I did. Pushing those thoughts away I quickly hopped off him, frowning when I realized how reluctant I seemed when I did so. Even so I was instantly distracted when I took note of the fact my previous problem still stood, my bladder feeling as if it was ready to burst as I quickly moved my hooter and went in search of the bathroom in the room.
Once I had my needs taken care of I couldn't help but catch a glance of my refection in the large and exquisite mirror which seemed to actually be part of the wall. I couldn't help but find it beautiful, the floor length design clearly telling me that it must have been worth an incredible amount. It wasn't just that which caught my eye though, it was the fact that the bruises which I expected to see on my neck and back weren't visible. I frowned, while I was pleased that I wouldn't have to worry about any pain or discomfort I couldn't help but be confused. There should have been at least a bruise, and yet my skin was flawless.
Deciding on not to waste too much time on something which would only serve to confuse me more I decided to push it to the back of my mind where I would ponder on it later. Like my Gran used to say, there was no use crying over spilled milk. I quickly washed my hands before slowly walking back into the bedroom, knowing I looked presentable enough to leave. As I expected both vampires were still out for the day, neither of them having moved a muscle causing me to smile. I couldn't help but fell my heart glow with pride, the fact they had both put so much trust in me to allow me to rest with them was something I would never forget.
"Thank you" I breathed as I walked towards the bed, pressing my lips to the coolness of both of their cheeks. I could have sworn they both leaned into my touch, but knew I was being incredibly ridiculous. Shaking my head I couldn't help but giggle slightly at my own foolishness, of course they wouldn't….
Slipping back on my shoes, a smile on my lips as I realized that one of them had taken the time to take them off, aw it was kind of sweet. I took one last look at the two magnificent creatures before quietly making my way towards the door, making sure to close it behind me. Even though I knew a simple door shutting would not disturb them, I couldn't help but try and make as little noise as possible as I made my exit.
Carefully shutting it behind me I scanned the halls, thankful that it seemed to be on the same floor as mine and Bill's room meaning I could easily direct myself to the lobby. I was starving and due to knowing it was possible to open a tab here, I didn't need my purse on me at the moment to get something to eat. I had unfortunately missed eating last night, having far too much on my mind then for a simple human moment as eating food, but now I had the time I found myself suddenly ravenous. So with that thought on my mind I easily directed myself to the lobby, gaining a number of looks due to my state of dress. Due to having to wear the same clothes as last night I hadn't had the time to change, and considering most of the humans were vampire companions who weren't trusted to sleep with their vampires it was clear they thought extremely low of me.
"Excuse me, I'm Sookie Stackhouse I was wondering if I could open a tab and get something to eat?" I asked the elegantly dressed receptionist, the fact this was a high class hotel meaning that all of the staff were dressed as if they were going to a ball. I couldn't help but shake my head, though the thoughts of how cheap and trashy I looked flooded my head as I tried to strengthen my mental shield before it completely collapsed.
"I am sorry but I think we may be a little out of your price range" the snooty woman stated with an almost smug look, her thoughts telling me that she was going to be having a word with security as not to let such a low class person get into the hotel. I couldn't help but be offended, but looking around I took note that I was the most under-dressed.
"Look" I started, looking at her name tag before continuing "Nina, I am a guest here so why don't you do your job like you are paid to" I continued in a short tone, the fact I was most than a little peckish making me slightly snappy. Spending so much time around vampires sometimes meant you forgot to eat, but now I had the chance to fill my stomach I was not going to let this woman tell me what I should and shouldn't do.
Obviously taken aback I found myself frowning when I heard the train of her thoughts; clearly she had already called security to remove me from the premises. Did she really act this way with everyone who approached looking slightly out of place? If I wasn't as nice of a person as I was then I would have contacted a lawyer and sued her skinny little ass.
"Look lady, I have called security" she stated in a smug tone, her thoughts telling me just how much she was enjoying this. Closing my eyes I took a deep breath as not to snap at the woman in front of me, I was raised with manners and the last thing I wanted was to make a scene.
It didn't take long for the security to get there, the two large men eying me as if I was a piece of meat before one of them grabbed my wrist in an bruising manner causing me to yelp. Were they allowed to be so forceful? They were both of the same age I guessed, large men who had obviously not completely obeyed the law their whole lives. But they had nothing against vampires, seeing them as nothing more than someone who paid them more than a little handsomely.
"Look this is unnecessary, I am staying here-" I started only to wince when his grip tightened to an uncomfortable level. I could see and hear that they didn't believe me, but thankfully what looked to be the person in charge when the owner was out for the day came rushing in with an incredibly panicked look on his face, his thoughts bombarding into my mind as he did so.
Shit! Oh god, oh god. I am going to die, what the hell was Nina thinking…I knew she was a mistake to higher but the boss thought she would be good of business… his thoughts continued to filter into my head as I quickly tried to cut them off, but even when my shields were at their best a few stray ones always managed to find their way through.
"Nina, what in god's name do you think you're doing?" he managed to stutter out, before his eyes nearly bulged out of his head when he took note of how my fingers were trying to pry off the blokes hand as he continued to hold me in a bruising grip. All I wanted was something to eat, I did not sign up for all this drama as soon as I woke up.
"I am only doing my job sir" was her simple reply, though she was more than a little taken aback from his shaking form, his palms sweating and his thoughts of worry increasing as a few very vivid and explicit images of what he thought his boss was going to do when he found out how a vampires guest was manhandled in such a way, not to mention my master. I cringed at the term he used; I was no one's pet!
"Let he go now" he ordered the guard hastily, a breath of relief falling from my lips as I drew my hand back as I rubbed my wrist with the other. While I had been through a lot worse, I couldn't help but feel my previous good mood dissolve into something less bright as I frowned at the slight colour change of my wrist, knowing that it was going to bruise badly. Well it was clear why he was chosen as security; his strength was more than a little impressive…for a human.
"What's going on-" Nina began to ask only to be cut off rather hastily.
"Hush it Nina!" he snapped before turning towards me, fear in his gaze as he seemed to recognize me from somewhere "my sincerest apologies Ms Stackhouse, your bill is on us due to the unacceptable circumstances" he stuttered out causing my eyes to widen.
"That really isn't necessary-" I started, trying to sooth the poor blokes nerves as he fiddle with his hands in a nervous gesture. It was hardly his fault that one of his employees was both rude and disrespectful to me; but really I didn't think it was that much of a deal, and defiantly not something to get so worked up about.
"Nonsense, please follow me Ms and we will have you seated" he rushed out as he quickly moved towards the restaurant, his flustered state clearly stunning those around him as I found myself routed to the spot. What was going on?
Snapping out of it I quickly followed after him, trying to block out the thoughts which managed to slip past my mental shields. It was nothing I hadn't heard before, so low opinions of me really didn't have an effect on me anymore. How could it when I had been hearing it all through-out my life, though I guessed it was better than being called a 'freak' or for having a 'crazy Sookie smile' as most called it when all the thoughts got too much. I seemed to be taking a lot of small victories lately I thought, not knowing exactly how to think about that.
Continuing to follow the flustered man he soon stopped to a booth, a smile appearing on my lips as I took note of how gorgeous the table was decorated. I knew I could never in my life afford anything like this, the expensive cotton table cloth a pure white as a red strip of material was perfectly centered across the table. A unique but luxurious flower display was centered on the table making the whole display incredible, like I said it was gorgeous.
"Thank you, it looks wonderful" I smiled as I took a seat, his thoughts changing to relief but there was still an underlining of fear. Patting his hand softly, effectively stunning him, I couldn't help but want to sooth his nerves. "It was not your fault so you have nothing to worry about, this more than makes up for it" I smiled gently at him, hearing his sigh of relief before a genuine smile appeared on his boyish features.
"Thank you Ms, I will have a waitress take your order so enjoy the rest of your stay here" he smiled before hurrying off after I gave him a wide smile and a nod. Shaking my head I couldn't help but giggle slightly to myself as I grabbed my menu, my eyes widening as I took note of the prices and I was suddenly all too pleased that my bill would be taken care of for me.
There will definitely be changes made later, but for now I want to work on new chapters, yay! Of course as some of you may have heard I will be in Vietnam and Cambodia for a little under a month, so it won't be for a while... Still, I am now dedicated to this story and I hope to work on it in the future :)