Author Note: Whew, not much is going to be happening in this chapter. Well, maybe not much to me. xD I'm glad you all loved the last chapter. I was wondering how it would be taken.

Shadow: Hehe, you're welcome. 3 Well, a lot is going on in Yuri's mind. You have to remember, he was a criminal at one time. He's been with an insane organization and had to be hard in order to survive. Then to top it off, he has that "dragon" mentality of withholding your emotions from the general public. All in all, it's starting to take it's toll on him. He wants to show he cares, but he can't. It's frustrating him more than anything if you haven't noticed. xD

Kasumita: LoL. I'm glad you like the information. It's fun to write it. I guess it's a way of forcing me to not get bored with what I'm writing. Between doing this fanfic and writing my novel, I've been crazy busy.
Yes, Yuri is basically good and evil. He's good because we all know he's not a horrible person from his thoughts, but he's evil by the way he acts and the things he says. All in all, Yuri is the most interesting OC I've ever done (ignoring the swarm of Mary-Sues I used to do when I was younger). Writing about him has proven to be a challenge as well as fun.
At first, I was going to have Abel take all the verbal abuse from Yuri without saying anything, but then I was like, "it doesn't matter how nice someone is, they're going to snap eventually." Which Abel did in fact do. I wanted it to be a realistic as possible.
Whew, now I'm done with all my long replies. Onwards to the story!

Mel: LoL. Abel losing his temper took a lot of people by surprise. xD What are dragons exactly? Well, they don't breath fire that's for sure. I might do a poll on who wants me to add an info page on dragons in the next chapter since everyone is so interested in what they are. Oh and I'm glad you're happy that I reply back. I think it's good for me to interact with the people reviewing. It makes me see them as more than just well...people reviewing.

Chapter Eight: An Unwanted Discovery

"You did what?!" Caterina barked.

Abel winced. He knew this was coming. "I lost my temper…" he repeated.

"Unbelievable," Caterina sighed, putting her index finger to her forehead in aggravation. She could believe Abel, of all people, would lose his temper with anyone. It was unheard of.

"Sorry, Miss Caterina…"

"I don't want to hear your apologies, Abel. I want to know what brought this about. What did he do to make you lose your temper?"

Abel was silent. He made no effort to even speak.

"Abel," Caterina warned. However, the man completely ignored her. "You never tell me anything…"

"I'm sorry, Miss Caterina..."

His words sounded so hollow to Caterina. Almost as if he was programmed to say those four words.

Sighing, Caterina walked over to her window, peering down at the garden below. "Well, at least Yuri does not seem to be too affected by your lapse in demeanor. That is a good thing…"

Abel nodded numbly.

"Abel, while you were in Albion…did you hear about the murder that took place?"

"A…murder? No. There was no word of it. Yuri and I left two days later, but no one said anything to us about it." Abel frowned, as if remembering something. "At the airport security was higher, but I just thought it was because someone special was going to be flying on one of the planes."

Caterina turned, peering at Abel seriously from behind her monocle. "No, Abel. Apparently a young girl was drained dry by two male vampires who were members of Fleur du Mal…or at least, what was left of them."

Abel paled. "What do you mean 'what was left of them?'"

"The two were torn to shreds. It was nearly impossible to tell what they looked like. Don't you find it odd...that there was a triple murder in the same location?"

"Y-You…you don't think Yuri did it do you?"

"Heavens no, Abel. The bites inflicted on the vampires were werewolf. There was no way Yuri could have been involved."

"So…do you think that the vampires had killed the girl, but had wandered into the direction of someone who had changed during the full moon?"

"Yes, that's what I'm thinking. However, that seems too simple. We did tests on the vampire's dead bodies, so we know who they are. Apparently they were known for doing dirty work for their organization. Things like killing traitors, ect. Your hit men, I suppose you could say."

Abel frowned. "So…you think that perhaps they were killed by someone who was unhappy with what they were doing?"

"That could be it."

"Miss Caterina…don't you think the bodies would have burned up in the sun? Or…were they killed somewhere dark?"

"Of course they were killed somewhere dark, Abel. Apparently whoever killed the two wanted them to be found. Odd don't you think?"

"That is odd. What do you think is going on?"

Caterina turned back towards the window, but did not answer Abel's question. How was she supposed to answer? She did not have all the answers. However…maybe a certain someone could figure out why this murder had happened? Caterina herself could do it, but it would take time. Yuri knew the organization's ways better than she did. All she knew was from pieces of information gathered by her agents. "Abel, I want you to give some files to Yuri concerning this case. Prehaps he can figure it out."

"B-But…Miss Caterina, would it not be better to bring him here, so you both can go over this?"

"No, not yet. I don't want to shock him. When he's done with the files, then we will talk. All of us."

"Ah. So the whole Agency is to be involved?"

"This is a serious matter, Abel. Something is going on. Something big. I don't like being kept in the dark."

Abel sighed. "Understood." He looked towards her desk, looking at a small manila folder. "Is that it, Miss Caterina?"

Caterina turned. "Yes. That's it."

"Ah…I see." Tentively, Abel picked up the files and looked through them. "Does Francesco know about this?"

Caterina grimaced. "No, but he'll find out eventually."

"So now we'll have to race against the Inquisitorial Department, eh?"

"It would seem so. If God is kind to us, prehaps my brother will never find out."

Abel sighed again, making Caterina's heartbreak each time she heard him. She was placing so much responsibility on the poor priest. Prehaps she should give him a much deserved break.

"Abel, once you have given that folder to Yuri, take some time off. You look like you need it."

"Really? B-But Miss Caterina…"

"I insist. Tres will keep an eye on Yuri so you don't have to." Her words were not open to debate.

"All right…" Abel replied, downtrodden.

It'll do you some good. I promise, Abel.

William was insane. That was the only thing Yuri could think of as he watched the man try to explain some new invention of his. Apparently, it was supposed to be a new type of communication device…but Yuri could not see it.

The new 'invention' was a small blue sphere the size of a marble. At first, that's what Yuri thought it was. However, after being corrected six times, he decided to just leave William be and pretend to be interested.

"Isn't my idea, genius, Father Havel?!"

Vaclav Havel, a member of the Agency Yuri had met as soon as he returned from his trip two days ago, nodded slowly. "Ah, yes. Very nice, William. Uh…I can't help but wonder why you came to get me for this…"

"Because it's genius, that's why. If only Sister Kate could be here, this would be even better…"

Havel looked over at Yuri, shrugging. Apparently the professor was always this way. This was not too much of a shock to Yuri though. He had a feeling the man was eccentric.

"You see, Yuri, you just think of who you want to talk to, and poof! You can communicate with them mentally."

"Sort of like telepathy in other words?"

William beamed. "Yes! Exactly like that."

"But has it worked so far?"

"Uh…well, no. So far, all it has done is disrupt the Iron Maiden's signals…HOWEVER!" William pointed towards the ceiling, "I can assure you that I am, in fact, on my way to a new brilliant experiment! I bet even your people would be amazed."

"Is that why you called me here? To ask for my input?"

"That's right. You see, you're the only dragon I know…the only one I have ever met really. So, that makes you an excellent source of information."

Yuri glanced over his shoulder at the still silhouette that was Tres. He had hoped that the android would save him from the crazed professor. However, Tres just stood there. Some help you are.

Sighing, Yuri turned his attention back to the professor. "I…erm…this would be an interesting invention I suppose. If, and only if, it was humanly possible to do."

William gasped in horror. "Are you saying it's impossible?"

"N-No. I was just saying---."

"I knew this was a horrible idea, I just knew it! This is just as terrible as my last invention. All that seemed to do was hurt people's ears."

"Uh…professor, honestly, with a little more work---."

"Don't try and make me feel better, Yuri. It's far too late. My dream has been shattered by your harsh words."

Yuri looked at Tres. "I was harsh?"

"I did not find any severity in your words," Tres replied monotonously.

"Don't side with him, Tres," William hissed.

Tres frowned. "I do not understand how I could side with anyone."

"Oh, forget it! Leave me alone to cry a thousand tears!" William slung himself across his desk, his face hidden by his arms.

Havel sighed. "How melodramatic. Yuri, run along now. I'll deal with Father Wordsworth."

Yuri stared at the professor, a weak smile on his face. These people were truly insane. It was no wonder they were an off branch of the Holy Army under Francesco. "If that is what you want. Come on, Tres. I feel like taking a trip to the library today."

"Affirmative."

Yuri walked out the room, Tres closing the door behind him.

The two priests were about to disappear down the hallway, but stopped when they saw Abel walking along with a manila folder under his arms. Yuri instantly knew that folder was bad news.

"Ah…hello, Tres…Yuri." Abel waved, looking at him nervously as if he was about to attack.

"Hello, Father…" Yuri said neutrally. He was still wary of Abel after their little 'episode' a few days ago. It had shocked him, and honestly, shook him up a bit. He had not expected Abel to voice such thoughts about him. And to tell the truth…his words had severely wounded him.

"I thought I was going to have to run around the whole city trying to find you today, but apparently not. I guess God is looking out for me today." Abel smiled, but Yuri could tell it was forced. Even Tres could tell something was off.

"Status report, Father Nightroad."

"Ah, I'm quite fine, Tres. Thank you for asking. Anyway, Yuri, I have some files for you from the Cardinal." Abel gently handed the folder to Yuri, making sure his hands did not accidently touch his.

"Oh…so I have to work today…"

Abel nodded slowly. "Yes…sorry…"

"Stop apol---," Yuri bit his lip. Keep your temper under control, Yuri. "It's no problem, Abel. I was getting bored not having anything to do anyway." He was not bored really. However, that seemed to be the best answer for this situation. Saying otherwise might result in him upsetting the priest even more.

"I see. Well then!" Abel clasped his hands together. "You may want to read those files in the privacy of your room. They're top secret."

In private? That…did not sound good. So his assumption about the files had been correct. "Is it that bad?"

"Uh…no…well, it depends on what you define as bad. I mean, you could say it was bad, but then again, maybe it's not. Maybe---h-hey, where are you going?"

"Back to my room. You said this file was classified. Therefore, I am going to read it in private." Duh. What did Abel expect him to say?

"I…well…can I come too?" Abel watched him expectantly. T he pleading look on his face made Yuri's heart twist. Was he feeling regret? He…honestly was not sure…and that scared him more than anything.

Yuri hesitated. He did not want to be alone with Abel. After what happened at Father Winslow's Church, he did not want to be anywhere near the priest. "No thank you, Abel. I need to be alone."

Abel looked hurt for a second before quickly covering it up with his useful goofy expression. "Yes, I understand. Well then, when you're done…uh…if you want, we could head off to that library you're so keen to."

"Maybe. Good bye, Father." He did not look back, though he could still feel a heavy weight on his heart.

An hour later, Yuri closed the manila file, not wanting to see, or read anymore. What had happened to Cezar and Bernhardt? It was obvious a werewolf was the culprit. Only a beast as large and fast as that could kill two full grown vampires in such a violent manner. If it had been a dragon, charred remains would have been all that was left, and if it was another Methuselah…well, that was just impossible.

Yuri refused to read the part about the two foolish vampire's innocent victim. If he did, he would only end up hating himself for ever letting them get away. Because of his stupidity, a human girl had been killed.

"I'm such a coward," he said sadly, inwardly glad that Tres had decided to stay outside his room while he searched through the files. Yuri's pride would be forever shattered if anyone were to see him like this.

If Yuri had just stayed and fought Cezar and Bernhardt, that young girl would still be alive…

He laid his head on his small desk by the window, closing his eyes as he felt the wind stroke his cheek. Why did Abel give him these accursed files? What the hell was he supposed to do with it? Learn? Well, he sure was not having fun learning from this.

Reluctantly, he began pondering the files. Wait a minute…the murder added up now! Obviously, Cezar and Bernhardt had been discovered as failures of their mission to do…well whatever it was they were planning on doing, as well as allowing a traitor to run free. The penalty for such an action was death unless the two were able to procure some way of redeeming themselves. Apparently, that ended in disaster.

"UGH! But that can't be it!" he yelled, slamming his hands on the table. That was too simple! Besides, if that was the case then the bodies would have been done away with. There was no way the organization would leave them behind to be discovered by the Vatican or the Church of Albion...that was unless they were going to let their bodies desintigrate in the sun. However, the two had been killed in a dark alley…a sign that whoever killed them, wanted them to be found.

What the hell is going on?

Yuri heard his door open. He knew it was Tres. His outburst probably made the android believe that something was bothering him…which something was, but it was none of his concern right now.

"Status report, Father Kostka."

"I'm fine. Ignore me, Tres. I was just thinking."

There was silence before the door closed. Yuri waited a few minutes, and then dived back into his thoughts. Did the Orden have something to do with this? That would make sense…would it not? After all, it was no secret that Fleur du Mal had joined it. However, what did not make sense was WHY a member of the Orden would kill the two vampires. Prehaps they had known something that was important? Something that could be used as a weapon against them? Or maybe they were being troublesome to the group? No…that was not it. Cezar was never important, though he believed he was.

Yuri grabbed his cup of cold tea, sipping it. No, that made no sense either. The Orden needs Fleur du Mal as scapegoats. They kept the Vatican running around in circles while they go on doing what they do best; causing trouble. So what caused the murder?

"An outside force then?" Yuri mumbled to himself. Would Lucyna...?

He sighed. She would. Why had he not thought of this before? Lucyna had someone looking out for him. It had to be a werewolf. But where had she gotten a werewolf for employment? Sure there were mecenaries running about….but still, it was a rarity to find a werewolf. Maybe she got one for the Spy Network. That made sense…a lot of sense really.

"I've been thinking way too much today." Yuri rubbed his temples. The werewolf was probably hired to kill him if he did anything…odd. That would make sense. Lucyna may have been trusting, but she was not stupid. That was one thing she and Caterina had in common.

"Crafty, crafty, Elder…" Yuri chuckled, feeling pleased with his leader rather than angry. She had outsmarted him.

Author note: I love you guys so much that I added a chapter sooner than I was supposed to. xD (Managed to sneak away from her cousins long enough to add it). I'll try to add the next chapter by Wednesday, but I won't make promises. Sneaking away from my family is proving difficult. Dx

Well, be sure to tell me what you think! Btw, I just graduated from High School! –cheers- Hurray!