Chapter 10

Sookie's POV

I woke only an hour before Eric rose. I can't believe I slept that late, but then again I had never had sex before. I had never felt so completely owned, fulfilled, adored before. I was tender in places I did not know existed; his claims of ruining me for others were completely justified. It was a very good feeling and I was hoping to feel like that again very soon. Last night had been very eventful. I met Eric's child, I revealed some of his enemies, I gained in power; oh, yeah, I still needed to explore that. I think Eric may be a battery for me. I pop myself to his kitchen and get something to eat then I pop back into his room and head to the bathroom to shower. I love his bathroom. There are 8 shower heads in the shower that is big enough for four at least. After a steam filled shower my sore muscles, stretched joints, and scattered bruises felt much better. I snuggled back into Eric and must have drifted off.

Eric's POV

I wake to find my little princess snuggled into my side. I find I like her there. Her smell is delicious and her body is so warm and soft. I roll to my side and pull her close to me. She was wonderful in so many ways last night. I still cannot believe I find myself so blessed. Hopefully, it will take Niall a long time to return my inquiry. I have not spoken or seen him in four years. His failure to keep tabs on me or contact his heir leads me to believe that he is too busy to turn his attention to this world. I will use this to my advantage.

"Darling, wake. It is time to start the night." I hold her tightly and nuzzle my nose and lips to her neck.

"mmhmm"

"We must get ready princess. We have to go to my headquarters in New Orleans. That is where I live most of the time. You will go with me. Before we discuss this further, you need to drink from me princess. I can see that I was too rough with you. I must see you healed before I can continue our needed discussions. I simply cannot bear to think that you might be in pain." I think the last part saved me because she had begun to narrow her eyes. It is difficult to not just command her but she is to powerful for that. So, far flattery and jewelry have gotten me pretty far. I bite into my wrist and hold it to her mouth. She drinks deeply. The feel of her sweet lips sucking me, the moans, the smell of her arousal, the feel of her grinding against me; I know we are both close. I bite her shoulder and we both find release. Already feel her buzzing more strongly in my mind.

We manage to disentangle ourselves and dress. "Princess, your assistance last night was invaluable. I cannot thank you enough and I hope that the pieces you picked out reflect my appreciation. While your power is undeniable it would be best if everyone did not know all you were capable of or who your relatives are. I would like to exchange blood again and form a permanent bond with you. We would always be able to feel each other. We will want to feed from each other often and be near each other. If one dies the other may also. In my world it is the equivalent of a marriage. Would you do that Sookie? Would you be my wife in my world? Would you be my queen?" I pulled out the little blue box I had retrieved from my safe before dying for the day. I had purchased this ring about 5 years ago, on a whim, finding it to be prettier than any ring I had ever seen. I had been at the jewelry store with Pam picking out some pieces for her to wear to the Sheriff's Ball. I knew it was insane since I had just met her but I wanted her and I always get what I want.

Sookie's POV

He just asked me to marry him vampire style. I am speechless for a moment. Eric causes me feelings that I have never experienced, he owns my body, but his attentions increase my power. Even though I know this will displease my grandfather, I also know that even he would go to great lengths to create beneficial alliances and increase his personal power. I say the only thing that is logical for a princess in my position, not that it's a bad one. "YES!" I snatch the box from his hand but he pulls it back.

"Here lover, let me." He takes the ring from the box and slides it on to my left ring finger. It is beautiful. It is a medallion style diamond and platinum ring. In the center of the medallion is a five carat flawless round diamond, the border of the ring is a quarter size circle of diamonds. In between the center diamond and the diamond border is intricate diamond work that makes the medallion appear to be the sun with rays shining around it. It was truly astonishing. I stare mesmerized by the beauty and overcome with elation.

Eric POV

She said yes! Fantastic! I am not sure if she understands all the implications of being mine but that matters not for now. She sits entranced by the sparkle of her new treasure. She is a most interesting creature. She is even more beautiful in her enchanted state. There is an energy that hums around her vibrating from the force of her pleasure. It seems she was very honest when telling me about herself. I would be a fool not to listen to her.

I gather her in my lap and lay kisses all across her face. "You have made me so happy lover. We must complete our bond before we leave that way we will have a little time to adjust before we arrive at the royal residence this evening. We will begin planning our pledging ceremony and your induction as queen tomorrow night my princess." I bite into my wrist and present it to her sweet lips. She is on my lap with her back to my chest and I was holding her with my other arm. She sucked greedily and my arousal was very apparent. I could smell her arousal and hear her blood moving faster. When I knew she was close I bit into her delicate neck and drank deeply. We both climaxed at the same moment and screamed our pleasure to the night. "Lover, I can feel you. Can you feel me?"

"Eric, Eric Eric, I did not know it would feel this way. I can feel you so clearly." See, I can enter your mind and not just hear; I can sift through your memories. Can you feel my presence? Would you have known if I had not spoken?

Lover, I always want you to speak to me. Out loud or in my mind it makes no difference and I trust you not to invade my personal space without permission. I would never violate you and I am sure you would not do so to me.

"The point Eric is that you have been like some sort of battery for me the last few days. I have reached another level in power and my previous powers continue to increase in intensity. I wonder what else this bond has made possible."

My lover is very clever. She is powerful beyond imagining and I am pleased that I have claimed her. She is mine forever. I ponder her statement. I try to invade her mind not caring whether she senses me try. Not only does she sense but my attempts are met with an impenetrable wall. She looks at me pointedly. I push my thoughts to her. I was trying to see if I could do what you did. Sometimes bonded couples can share powers. It is very rare but possible. If we do share any powers I am sure it is due to our powerful magic and connection. I was not able to search your mind but I feel very close to you lover.

"Let us begin our journey my queen. Our kingdom awaits!"