Chapter 12
When I followed Mary and Kristin into the kitchen, I noticed Andrew and Jaiden weren't there.
"Where's Jaiden and Andrew?" I asked.
Kristin shrugged and sat next to Daniel. "No idea. They said they had something important to do and to just eat."
We ate. As everyone dug in, my thoughts became their own as I remembered the events of my dreams.
I can see inside his head… and he can invade my dreams… does he know I can see thru his eyes? Will he attempt to control me again?
I was so lost in thought I didn't notice everyone staring at me.
"Hellooo! Earth to Brianna!" Kristin said, snapping her fingers in front of me.
I blinked. "Huh?"
"Are you ok?"
I looked around and smiled in a lame way.
"Yeah, I'm good. Just lost in thought."
Everyone laughed and I couldn't help but laugh with them.
We continued eating and I finally pitched into the conversations. But I still couldn't help the nagging voice in the back of my head.
I can't be in their meetings anymore… not if he finds out he can use me!
I pushed the thought away and tried to focus on the current happiness.
…..
After dinner, we all left the room and saw Andrew and Jaiden walking down the hallway.
Andrew smiled at us.
"Hey! Any pizza left?"
"We left a whole box just for you two." Mary said, holding Christian's hand.
Jaiden walked into the other room after saying, "Everyone meets in here in fifteen minutes. We need to re-think some things."
Everyone grumbled but I felt the blood leave my face.
No! I can't take that chance!
Mary looked at me and looked concerned.
"Brie? Are you alright?"
I shook my head.
"I…I don't think that pizza settled well with me… I need to go lie down."
Mary nodded. "Ok. I'll fill you in later about the meeting, ok?"
I nodded and hurried to my room.
I felt bad for not being apart of the meetings, but until I knew what was going on, I wasn't going to take the chance. I don't believe the dark king knew about me being in his head, but maybe he could see in mine without me knowing. Until I knew, I wasn't taking any chances.
I went into my room and closed my eyes.
It was driving me crazy being stuck in here. I hated it. But to sneak out would put myself in danger as well as everyone else.
I need a vacation!
Then, without warning, my head seemed light and started to drift away…
My eyes went dark and I allowed darkness to take over…
When my sight came back, I was in a different room. It was ten times bigger than my room in the mansion. I was sitting in a large armchair. Across from me was a large couch that looks extremely comfy. In front of the couch was a large fireplace with a large fire heating the room. Behind the furniture was a large bed with silk black sheets and canopy.
I sat back in the chair with a glass of wine in one hand. I took a drink. Normally, I hated the taste of wine, but this time it was sweet and wonderful on my taste buds.
A knock sounded at the door.
"Come." I commanded in that deep, masculine voice.
The door opened and a man, tall and built entered and immediately came and knelt at my feet.
"My lord."
"That will do."
The man sat up but stayed on his knees, as he should.
"Your majesty, we have been scouting the area, but found no sign of any of them. Jaiden seems to have disappeared as well."
"I see… What about attempts to find their brides? We can use them to draw them out."
"Sir, we haven't seen signs of any of them. We believe they are being hidden along with our queen."
I laughed softly.
"That does not surprise me. Especially after the last time we found their base."
"My lord, is there any thing else we can do?"
"No. Keep scouting the area. Look for any large building that seem oddly out of place or uninhabited. More than likely they will be hiding there. And keep scouting for the members, but do not capture them! They will lead us to their base where we can destroy all of them and take my queen back from them. By then, my… present will be ready for her."
The man knelt down again. "Yes my lord. And your… meal is ready for you."
"Excellent. Send it in on your way out."
And the man left, I drained the wine and placed the glass down. A moment later, a young girl entered the room and the door was slammed shut behind her.
The girl was young and terrified. I took a deep breath and smelled her fear. I was excellent.
I raised my hand and gestured for her to come closer.
"Come, child."
She looked into my eyes and I watched as her eyes seemed distant. I knew she was under my glamour. It was extremely convenient at the best times.
She walked forward and sat on my lap. I stroked her hair to the side as my fangs slid from my mouth.
I growled as I latched myself onto her neck.
As soon as my teeth sank in, my glamour faded and reality came back to her. She started screaming and tried to push me away.
Her screams were like music to my ears.
"PLEASE HELP ME!" She screamed, but no one answered her cries.
After a moment, her fighting ceased, and she fell limp.
After another minute, I dropped her to the floor and licked the blood off my lips. She was drained dry and I loved the powerful feeling of life running thru my veins again.
I stood, brushed myself off and walked over to the mirror on the wall.
I was my reflection. My deep red eyes, dark combed hair, and aura of evil.
I looked, but something was off. It was my eyes. I leaned closed and a look of shock came over me.
"Brianna?"
A light burst thru the scenery, and darkness took over again.
I shot awake, sweating again.
I did it again! And I wasn't even tired! And… and he saw me!
I sat up and held my head, trying to calm down as the pounding in my head started to slowly disappear.
He saw me that time! He knows I can see in his head!
I walked into the bathroom and splashed cold water on my face, feeling slightly better.
I… I have to tell them…
I sighed and walked out of the room.
….
I walked thru the hose but saw no one. The kitchen, gym, and meeting rooms were completely deserted.
I was walking around the corner when I froze. Jaiden was only few steps away from me.
"Uhhh…" Was my lame reaction.
He raised an eyebrow.
"Something wrong?"
I shook myself out of my stupor.
"I… I need to talk to you."
"Yes. We do need to talk."
Without warning, he grabbed my arm and led to one of the rooms.
"Ow! Jaiden, I need to talk to everyone!"
"Were talking first."
Jaiden shoved me into the room and closed the door. I rubbed my arm where he grabbed me.
"Jaiden, please. I have to talk to everyone! It's important!"
He turned to me and I could tell he didn't hear a word I said.
"You've been avoiding me."
I blinked. "Huh?"
He walked to me until I realized I was backed against the wall.
The look in his eyes scared me.
"Jaiden… please… listen to me!"
"Why are you avoiding me?"
"I'm not! Please, just listen-"
He slammed his fist thru the wall above my head and I jumped, terrified.
"You are really something, you know that? First, you come here and turn everything upside down… then you flirt with Andrew, driving me nuts… and FINALLY I kiss you and you start avoiding me!"
I started shaking. "Jaiden, please listen! That's not why I'm avoiding-"
He lashed out and pressed his lips on mine.
This kiss was hard and demanding. But I felt more passion than I felt in a log time. His tongue entered my mouth and caressed my own. I couldn't stop myself from moaning and wrapping my arms around his neck. He grabbed my legs and lifted me up against the wall.
We stayed like that for what seemed like forever. He finally left my mouth and made his way down my neck, growling while I moaned.
"Brianna…" He whispered. I never remembered my name sounding so sweet.
I felt his fangs brush against my neck. I began to hope that he would bite and take what I could give him.
"Oh God, Jaiden…"
Suddenly, I heard a deep growl… and it wasn't from me or Jaiden…
The growl was deep and angry and echoed in my head.
"Jaiden?"
He didn't stop kissing my neck.
The growl suddenly rippled thru my head and I pushed Jaiden away, clutching my head.
"Brianna?"
I grabbed my head in pain as I felt raw, powerful, fury sweep thru me.
OH GOD HE'S HERE! HE FIGURED IT OUT!
"BRIANNA!" I could hear the confusion in Jaiden's voice.
Tears sprang to my eyes.
"I… I'm sorry Jaiden!"
I ran from the room and went straight to my room. As soon as I entered, I collapsed on the floor, tears flowing from my eyes. I didn't hear Jaiden follow and I couldn't blame him. He must hate me now.
The growling subsided, but quickly turned into cruel laughter.
Hello, sweet Brianna….
…
Hehe… I'm so mean! More with more reviews! ^_^
