The Blood Nexus
Chapter 8: Sick
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It's been a week since Ace fed from me, and next week, I'm supposed to do it all over again. I figured that Ace took so much blood from me the last time was because it was too long of a wait. So to be safe, I told him I'd come three days before the second week was over. So, technically, I've got four days until my next offering.
Unfortunately, I felt my throat getting scratchy and my sinuses swelling. I was going to have a full-blown cold by then.
"Oh no, you think you're getting a cold?" Piper said, putting her hand on my forehead. "I hope a fever won't come with that."
"Your immune system was lowered when the Dark Ace sucked your blood." Stork said darkly. "If he takes more, a simple cold could turn into the flu! Or pneumonia!"
"Okay, okay, Stork." I put my hands up defensively. "Listen, I'll be fine. It's just a little cold. I'm still gonna go to him in four days and talk to him about it, and we'll see what happens."
"But, your cold's going to get worse." Junko said. "And it's a long walk from our dorm to his. Why don't you just call him from our room?"
"I… uh…" Actually, that was a good idea, but… "I want to see him." Was all I said. I turned and got into bed, but instead of Piper giving me the ol' stink eye; it was Finn's turn to get suspicious.
Wait a minute… suspicious of what?
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Going to see Ace wasn't that great of an idea after all.
It was terribly windy and cold outside, the weather aggravating my sickness further. Usually, I wouldn't mind the long walk to the Moon dorms; it was good exercise, but in my crappy condition, exercise wasn't what I needed. At least the weekend started tomorrow so I could rest up a little.
I finally arrived at the big entrance and knocked, and the butler immediately opened the giant door. He could already sense something was wrong with me, but I waved my hand, silently telling him not to worry about anything. It was tons of effort for me to climb up the stairs and walk through the hallways, too. I took a deep breath and knocked on his door. I heard Ace beckon me, allowing me to come inside.
"You don't have to knock, you know." I heard him say from his bedroom. "I already know it's you."
"Oh… alright." I said breathlessly, leaning my back against the door. Ace came out of his room, realizing I wasn't quite myself.
"What's the matter, Aerrow?" He stood in front of me, his red eyes showing concern.
"I, uh… have a cold." I told him, running my fingers through my hair.
"Is that all?" Ace put his cold hand on my cheek, gently rubbing it. "You feel much warmer than usual. Please sit down." I nodded and followed him to the couch, plopping myself down on it and letting out a groan. He sat next to me. "Why did you come if you're so ill?"
"Well, I uh…" I stuttered. "I… wanted to let you know."
"You could have just called." He smirked.
"Uh… personally." I added on to my last sentence.
"Hm…" He gave me a funny look. "You certainly are an oddity." He sighed. "I will not drink your blood tonight. You need it, and, if you don't mind my saying, sick blood doesn't taste very good."
"Oh, okay." I simply said. "I'll go home, then." I tried standing, but my head started spinning and my body was too weak to move properly. "Ugh…" I fell back on the couch.
"All the way back to your dorm?" Ace took my head in his hands again. "I don't think so. You could spend the night here."
"Oh, I don't want to bother you." I told him, trying to think of other options. I couldn't have someone carry me back to the dorms; that'd be way too embarrassing. I could call Piper or one of the guys and they could walk me back, but I don't want to bother them, or get them sick. I looked up at Ace, who was still holding my face. For some reason, I really did want to stay here with this man… this vampire. I didn't want to leave him. "Are you sure it's okay for me to stay?"
"I'm positive." He smiled. "You may sleep in my bed, if you wish. I'll get you a cold compress." He helped me stand and escorted me to his bedroom, turning on the light.
"Wow!" I said, getting an eyeful of his amazing bedroom. The high walls were a rosy red, with a 17th century wallpaper border on top. The dresser and desks were made of black wood. There were two doors; one was for the closet and the other probably for his bathroom. His bed was huge; it looked like it could fit four people, and it had a canopy of black satin. The sheets were also satin, but white, and the top blanket was made of black fur. There were also some paintings, and a portrait across from the bed. "Who are these people?" I asked him.
"Those are my dear parents." Ace said, his eyes fixed on the painting.
"Oh…" I went to get a closer look, standing in front of the portrait. There was a regal background as his father stood in front of it proudly, his mother in his father's arm. "They're very lovely." I smiled to Ace. "You look just like them."
"Thank you." He said after a long pause. "All right now, please get in bed."
"Okay." I crawled onto the bed, feeling a little guilty about taking his bed (even though he's not using it right now) and getting germs all over it (even though he doesn't catch colds). It was comfortable, almost too comfortable. I thought I would've fallen asleep if I didn't feel a cold towel on my forehead just then. "Mmm…" I purred, the compress feeling really good. I looked up at Ace who was smiling down at me contently. I gave him a guilty smile. "You're… so kind… thank you so much for this, really…"
"It's my pleasure to help you, Aerrow." He took my hand in his. "If you feel better later, you may take a shower. I will notify your friends as I leave for class. I'll be back as soon as possible." He bent down to kiss my hand. I shivered. "Good night, Aerrow."
"G-Good night, Ace." I said. He nodded, and then turned and left the bedroom. I heard the door in the den close. I lied there in his bed, wondering why I couldn't get to sleep, even though I was so tired.
That man… he's so kind, so gentle… and yet he is a vampire.
This man was gnawing his way into my heart.
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