Chapter 4

The school day ended quickly just as Steven had dreaded. The four met at the back of the school and discussed their plans. Troy was the first to speak up.

"I found that Dracula's castle resides in Transylvania. I just called and booked a flight for the four of us to fly there. Our plane will be here at four fifteen p.m. So let's get going."

"Wait a moment Troy, I'd like to say if anyone wants to back out now is the time."

"Well, preacher boy and I are staying. So that leaves stupid ass Ethan."

"Troy I've about had it with you and your mouth! Shut up!"

Troy dropped his bag to ground and held up his hands.

"I'm right here Belmont. Come and make me."

Ethan quickly spoke, fearing that their so-called mission would end right on the school premises.

"It's okay Steve, let it go!"

"No its not okay Ethan," Steve said with his face a few inches from Troy's. "he's been talking trash to us for the past year, now I'm going to end it here!"

"If you two fight, then this fake ass Dracula wins. Please just bare with each other until all is settled."

Troy looked at Ethan angrily. Then turned away from Steve and walked to his car, breathing slowly.

"Fine then nerd boy, you win."

"As for me I'm going to keep you two apart. So Steve, what's the plan? I mean, I don't think you believe Dracula's real."

"He is Ethan, you'll see soon. Anyway we need to get some weapons."

"Taken care of for me Belmont."

"Fine Troy, then let's go back to my house. I have to get my stuff."

"Fine Belmont, gas money."

"Troy! Honestly!"

"My car, my rules! Or do you wanna settle it with fists?"

"I got it Steve," Donald said giving Troy the money.

"Troy you're such an ass!"

"Back at ya Belmont."

The four hopped into the car. As Troy crunk the engine, Rebecca came out running to the car. Troy got out the car and faced her with a surprised look.

"Rebecca baby, what are you doing out here? You're supposed to be at cheerleading practice."

"I'm skipping today. Troy, I need to know what is going on with you! Tell me why your so upset, did I do something wrong! You've been very distant and hadn't said a word to me or anyone else!"

Troy turned away, not wanting to see her in her state.

"Troy?"

"No baby," he said softly "I just have some business to take care of is all."

"What kind of business! Is there someone else! Are you in trouble! Talk to me! You just flat out ignored me all day!"

"I can't tell you Rebecca, I can't get you involved in my affair. I have to go away for awhile, that's all."

"Then I'm coming with you then! I'm standing by you no matter what Troy! I love you!"

"That's why you're not going," he said as he got in the car and shut the door. "I won't risk losing you to where I have to go. See you when I get back."

"Troy please! Where are you going?"

Troy never said a word back, only sped off and drove down the street. Rebecca pulled out her cell phone and dialed a number. The phone rang three times before someone answered.

"Hi Mr. Atkins, this is Rebecca, I need to talk to you, it's about Troy," she said franticly.

It was three fifteen p.m. when Troy looked at the clock. He wore a sad look on his face as he drove down the street.

"That's definitely someone who loves her man," Ethan said as he looked on the side of the road.

"You got that right," Troy said defiantly. "that's my baby."

"Turn here Troy," Steve said pointing left.

Troy turned left and drove several feet down. A minute later they reached his home. Steve got out the car and ran inside. He was out thirty seconds later and he hopped back inside. Troy backed out and drove off. They got on the freeway to the airport about two minutes later and Troy drove ten miles over the speed limit there.

"Hey you're going to get pulled over Troy," Donald said as he watched the speedometer go up another five miles.

"Hey preacher boy, I can watch for cops you know."

"Erm, sorry."

"Besides, the airport is only forty five minutes away from here, relax."

The group didn't say another word the whole trip. Troy's mind was fixated on getting to Castlevania and ending whatever cursed his family. He thought about the dream he had last night. He remembered the gray haired man before him, pointing at him as he sat down on his chair drinking blood from a wineglass. He smiled devilishly as he said to him,

"You belong to me Troy Atkins, as did everyone else before you. You shan't escape me. I'll find you over land or sea, and you'll forever be my hound to do my bidding and fulfill my every desire."

"NO!" Troy screamed aloud, shocking the rest of the group. Steve looked at Troy in bewilderment, Troy looked as if he'd seen a ghost.

"Troy what is wrong with you?"

"Nothing," he said breathing heavily. "just ride."

Steve shook his head and sat back. He breathed in the fresh air, the last breath he or anyone else may ever take.

They reached the airport at three fifty five and Troy pulled into the parking garage. The four stepped out of the car, locked it up and walked inside. They walked up to the service desk where the receptionist proceeded to check them out.

"Your flight is in A-11 Mr. Atkins," she said with a smile.

"Thank you."

They walked down the lane after Steve put his baggage in the cargo shoot. They walked inside the plane and were escorted to the first class floor of the plane.

"Wow Troy, you bought us some big tickets," Ethan said as he looked in amazement around the plane.

"I only fly what is best, I come from a rich family you know."

"That explains why you act like hard shit all the time," Steven said with a low angry tone. Troy walked up to him slowly and gently placed a hand on his shoulder.

"If we weren't in public, I'd kick your ass right now," he whispered in his ear. He then walked to his seat, leaving Steve red with anger. Donald sat beside Steve as he sat next to the window.

"So Steve, enjoy the trip, I know I will. Ha, ha."

"How often do you go to church Donald?"

"Every chance I get. I love Jesus with all my heart and want to tell everyone," he said as he adjusted his glasses.

"So do I Donald."

"That's great!"

"Okay no need to yell."

"Erm, sorry. Let me get my bible for you to read."

"No thanks, I got one already. So why do you take it from Troy, you didn't have to let him force you to come."

"Oh, he said he needed my help with something so I agreed. God says help out those in need."

"Yeah but he didn't say help those who threaten you."

"Doesn't matter, I love helping out."

"As you stated before in school," Steve said annoyed.

The door closed and the speakers came on. A female voice was heard within the speakers.

"This is your flight attendant speaking, my name is Andrea. If you need anything I will be happy to serve you today. As you know we'll be flying from the US to Romania today. Please fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ride."

The plane began to turn slowly to the left. After it has made its turn, began to speed down the runway.

"This is it, the day I never hoped would come," Steve thought to himself.

"I'm coming for you Dracula. I'll make you pay for all the suffering you put my family through!" Troy thought as the plane ascended in the sky.