Chapter 7

IPOV

The General was getting the upper hand and fighting for her life and the life she wanted with the vampire tearing across the field toward her. As he grew closer she saw an opportunity and stuck. One jump and twist later the head of Mistress Maria was gripped in her hands as the body slumped to the ground. The only leader left was Julio and he stood no chance against her. She turned to take the head to her "Master" to show the victory that was sure to happen.

I searched for my "Master" to give the news. The only glimpse I got was of his head in the hand of an angry Vampire on his way toward me. I knew that he would not hurt me. This was the infamous Major I had heard so much about. My new power told me he would do anything in his power to keep anything from hurting me for as long as I lived.

"You must be the infamous Major of the South." My southern drawl slipped out as I spoke to him. He glanced from my face to my hands and saw his Mistresses head. His face gave nothing away though his power slipped a little. I could feel the awe he felt for me coming off him in waves. "Do you have a problem with my new toy?" I questioned.

Now that his power had been used on me I could return the favor. I felt the emotions around me and was getting slightly overwhelmed before my shield clamped down to protect me from being vulnerable in this war zone.

"No Mam' I am simply impressed." He responded cordially. As I listened to his musical drawl I noticed the fighting around us had stopped. With their leader's dead and the next two in command staring at each other the troops were a little confused. Garrett had made his way to my side to be back up along with my other second in command Charlotte or the Commander, depending on who you are. I could also see the Major's Captain in the back

"I was wondering if you could introduce me to the man behind you. I am not interested in anymore killing if he is willing to let the death of his Master go with the death of mine. I really would just like to leave and perhaps spend some time with you Madam." As he spoke he nodded to Garrett which I thought was strange. Garrett was under my command.

"I will happy to introduce you, this is Garrett, but I am confused as to why you would like to meet him." I spoke quickly to see where this would go.

"General, I would like to call a truce. I have heard of your abilities and am not interested in taking a great warrior from our world. I would simply like to go out on my own." The Major was looking at Garrett as he said this sentence. I looked at Garrett too. He was trying not to chuckle and looked to me as a guide. I shrugged my shoulders slightly and waited to see what he would come up with. As I looked back at the Major, I noticed the Captain shaking with barely controlled glee.

On my other side Charlotte was frozen still in fear of what would happen in lieu of that comment. I generally did not take kindly for others assuming men were the only strong fighters.

"Major you done messed up sir" Peter chuckled aloud from behind him.

"Captain please do not interfere right now. I am trying to let us walk out of here alive." The Major hissed at him.

At this point I was entertained so I just let it go on. I sent a slight wave of calm toward Charlotte and watched her relax a little in her stance. I think she had gotten used to me just acquiring powers by now. I had changed her about 30 years ago. Well after I had learned about my powers. She was a strong fighter, but I really kept her safe because I could feel a light in her. I don't know if it was a power that I picked up or if she just shines it out herself. I knew that this was someone who needed to be in the world, so I kept her close and taught her as much as I could to keep her alive. My new power of knowing told me that it was the right choice. She would meet her soulmate soon and it would be the best thing for her.

"Well Major, I would like to walk out of here alive as well, however it is not for me to decide if you are allowed to leave unpunished for killing Julio. I am not the General that you have heard of. I am the Colonel though I do not enjoy going by that name very often. It is rare that it is talked about at all." Garrett was speaking to the Major. I refocused on the conversation as I felt a strong wave of confusion come from in front of me.

The lower soldiers were getting into ranks as we talked. Not really wanting to fight anymore. There were only a few of his left. I did a mental headcount and noticed we had lost about 10 as they had lost around 70.

Now while the loss of life is never a victory I am proud that my warriors were well trained enough to keep their lives.

"Well could you please point me to the General. I see no more men fitting the description that has been told in stories around the South. Or is the General simply a myth. I want to leave and I can take the whole army myself if need be." The Major was getting pissed now. I could tell, but I think the next sentence threw him for a loop.

"Well Major, you might want to reconsider who you think of as the General. While there are no men here who could take you on, there is one woman and she will kick your ass if you continue to look at her as a lesser being than a man." Garrett was trying to warn him. You see, even if this Major is my mate he will have to understand that I have been taking care of myself for decades and will not be railroaded once again. "Major I would like you to meet Lady Isa, General of the South…" Garrett trailed off as he gestured to me. I watched as the Major's eyes grew wide and teh shock was palpable throughout the field.

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