A/N - I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am this has taken as long as it has. I have been so busy and I couldn't figure out how to word this chapter. We are getting closer to Godric reappearing and I know many of you are looking forward to it. I also want to say a big thank you to everyone who has reviewed my story. Each review fills me with such happiness and makes me want to write faster for all of you. Enjoy the chapter x


Chapter 9

Dallas has changed over the years. The buildings have become taller, there are also many more than there were before and the streets are busier especially for the middle of the night. I found myself fascinated with the changes that have occurred. I couldn't even begin to imagine the changed Eric has seen over the years. He really should write his own version of history from his eyes. We arrived at the Hotel Carmilla, the only vampire friendly hotel in Dallas even though more are now being made to accommodate all the vampires in the area. Eric, Pam and I checked in at the service desk and we were given the keys to our rooms. Pam had her own room and I had an adjoining one with Eric.

I'm not sure he only did this to protect me, but knowing Eric he probably had other plans he has not yet shared with me. We made our way up to our rooms after we were told that our bags would be delivered shortly. Entering the room I found that it was quite beautiful, especially for a vampire hotel, I wasn't sure what I expected but this was not it. The room was so big and open, light colouring on the walls make it look even more open. Even my adjoining room was beautifully decorated and the light coloured theme continued into here. I reached the bathroom and it was massive. I swear it was the size of my bedroom in my house in Bon Temps. Huge shower and separate bath on each wall, warming towel rack (I really need to get one of them for my house) and a toilet that reminded me of Eric's throne.

Walking out of the bathroom I found Eric sitting on his bed. "Eric" I said pulling him out of any thoughts that I'm sure was rushing through his head. "What are we doing tonight? Do we start to look for him? Is there a plan?" I really had no clue what we were doing, on the plane trip over we didn't talk I just let him think about, well whatever he was thinking about. I am sure it was something to do with his maker though as I often saw pain and concern flash over his masculine features.

"My Sookie, there are no plans for tonight. Tomorrow we will meet with my makers second in command and ask them everything they know. Tomorrow we will start our search." He looked defeated even though the search hasn't even begun, I sat down next to him on his larger than king size bed. "Lay down" I told him, but he resisted "Please" I asked and he complied. I sensed that he just needed someone to hold him tonight. He needed someone to take care of him even though he wouldn't admit it. Tonight wasn't about gratification; it was about taking care of someone who needed it. And that is all we did, we lay down on the bed and I held him through the night.

I was awoken at 4pm by my stomach growling and Eric wouldn't be up for another two hours at least. I didn't have a chance to eat anything last night because of the impromptu trip to Dallas. Looking around the room I noticed they didn't have any human food. I removed myself from Eric's tight grasp and made my way to the bathroom to take care of my morning needs. After I finished I decided to call for room service as I didn't really want to leave the room if I didn't have to and I was starving. I ordered a large breakfast that consisted of eggs, bacon, pancakes and assorted fruits. I knew I couldn't possibly eat it all but I would put some away for later so I didn't need to order again.

The food was delivered quickly, I thanked the man who dropped it off and tipped him. Staring at all the food on the trolley I found myself ravenous and before I knew it all the eggs, bacon and pancakes was demolished. I placed the fruit in the fridge for a snack later of but I was sure that I wouldn't be hungry for a while. Seeing as Eric wouldn't be up for another hour I went for a shower as I didn't get the change to last night, showers always leave me feeling refreshed and ready to face the day. Stepping under the stream my mind began thinking of all the possibilities of finding Eric's maker. Would he even still be alive? And if he was held captive in the Fellowship, how are we supposed to rescue him?

After I thoroughly cleaned myself I shut off the water and grabbed one of the fluffiest towels on the rack. I walked into the bedroom looking for my suitcase; thankfully I found it at the end of the bed in my room. Hesitantly I opened it as I was not sure what I expected to see in there, opening the bag I found some of the most beautiful clothes I have ever seen. I know that this amount of clothing with these brands would cost more than I could have ever afforded.

I picked out a simple but elegant woman's suit as I was sure we were meeting some important people tonight and by important people I mean important vampires. I dressed in the safety and privacy of my own bedroom; once I was sure I was presentable enough I left my room only to find Eric sitting up on his bed with a pensive look on his face.

"Eric, is everything alright?"Well that sure snapped him out of it. His eyes locked with mine and he shook his head "I was trying to sense for my maker but as it is as I thought, he has kept the bond blocked. It has been like this for about 6 years now. I really hope my maker is not suffering where ever he is" I didn't know how to reply. I just gave him a soft smile. He is struggling badly with whatever his maker is going through. I don't know what it is like to be bonded with someone but I imagine when this bond becomes closed off in the manner Eric is being subjected too I'm sure it is not a good feeling.

"Eric, let's both finish getting ready so we can be on our way to get some information. It will give us a place to start which hopefully will make this situation a little less daunting" He agreed and dressed in a matter of seconds and before I knew it we were out the door.


A/N - Thanks for reading, I hope it wasn't too bad. I was a little stuck about half way through but fixed it up and now I am back on track. Please Review and enjoy your day/night :)