A/N: As you have noticed I didn't update for weeks. That was because I was busy and had lot of difficulties writing this chapter. Special thanks to everyone who faved and/or alerted and/or reviewed. You guys are awesome! Also I'm sorry if I have grammar mistakes. A small part of the plot (New Orleans) is borrowed by the American tv show The Originals. Enjoy.

Warning(s): Might contain violence, curse/bad language and sexual content. Also Zero is a girl.

Rated: M.

Declaimer: Disclaimer: Vampire Knight © Matsuri Hino. I don't own the Vampire Knight. Matsuri Hino does. However I do own my OCs and story.

For the love of a Queen

Chapter 13

No one's POV

Ichiru was sitting in the back of the class, resting his head on his hand as the teacher droned on.

"Once the state of Virginia joined confederacy in 1861, it created a tremendous amount of tension within the state-"He suddenly stopped talking as the door open. "Miss Kyriuu, nice of you to join us." He said sarcastically.

Zero raised an eyebrow, for an unknown reason the history teacher- Mr. Washi - hated her- and of course the feeling was mutual. "Nice to see too." She answered back with the same tone.

"Why are you late?" The Day Class Students were now watching them with interest.

Zero's eyes widened, "I'm late?" She asked in a mockery tone.

"You almost missed an entire period ."

"Are you telling me I'm pregnant?" She asked with a serious face and the entire class burst laughing.

As she went towards to her seat Yori and a surprisingly not sleeping Yuuki smiled at her, probable enjoying the show.

She narrowed her eyes as she saw who was sitting beside her seat, "Any reason you sat here, brother?"

Ichiru ignored the question, "I think you're making angrier, nee-chan." He informed her with a smirk as he watched Mr. Washi's face becoming redder and redder in anger for being disrespected.

Zero rolled her eyes and sighed as she sat down, beside her brother. Unfortunately for her Mr. Washi didn't forget her. "So, Miss Kyriuu, did you do my homework?"

"Did you grade my test?"

clenched his fists, "I have other students' test to grade."

"Well…" She crossed her arms, "I have other teachers' homework to do."

The teacher turned around trying to be as patient as possible. Remember you'll get in jail if you hit a student. Taking the book from his desk he ignored the girl's comment and said, "Let's continue. People in Virginia's northwest region had different ideals than those from the traditional Deep South. Then Virginia divided in 1863 with the northwest region joining the union." He continued from where he stopped. He glanced at the disrespectful girl and he could swear he saw a faint smile on her face.

At lunch time, Zero grabbed a bottle of water and an apple before heading outside. She found a spot under a tree, away from the other students. Sitting down, she took out from her bag a notebook and an apple.

As she sat against the tree, she started drawing as she took some bites from her apple every now and then.

As fun as it had been to mess up with the teacher, it didn't make her thoughts disappear. Soon Cross Academy would get one more student, a Night Class student. Someone she was awfully familiar with. Why couldn't she just stay home? She shook her head, stupid girl.

"Hey Zero-chan."

Zero jumped a little and immediately stopped drawing; like every artist she had her insecurities about her drawings and didn't want show them to anyone. "Hello Sayori." She closed the notebook and put it back inside her bag.

"May I sit?" She asked kindly.

She moved aside letting space beside her, "Be my guest and just call me Zero."

"Then call me Yori, Zero." The girl sat beside her and there was only silence until Yori decided to break it, "You missed a lot of days from school, Zero." She paused, "Yuuki was worried."" She finally said.

"I'm aware of that." She took one bite from her apple.

"She missed you- a lot." The image of Yuuki crying wasn't easily erased from her mind.

Zero pursed her lip and nodded, "Yuuki is a very sensitive girl."

Yori looked at her surprised, after all Zero wasn't known for being sweet or open person but then again she remembered Yuuki's words "Zero isn't a bad person, she just doesn't really know how to react when someone is overly nice." "So you like drawing?" She changed the subject.

Zero looked little startled when Yori asked her about her hobby, "Emm yeah…" She said somewhat awkwardly, it wasn't like they were best friends or something. Zero frowned at her thoughts but quickly snapped out of them as Yori asked her whether she had thought about taking art class. "Not really." Suddenly the apple in her hand looked more interested, "I prefer if you didn't told anyone Wakaba."

"On one condition." The Day Class girl smiled as the idea popped in her head, "Call me Yori."

Zero nodded and they both stopped talking as they saw Yuuki and Ichiru coming towards them.

"Nee-chan wake up." A silver haired girl was being bothered in her sleep. "Please, come on Zero!" Finally waking up in frustration Zero sat up quickly only to come face to face with her brother.

Her room was dark but the light was seeping through the window enough for her to see Ichiru's amused smirk. "What?"

"Don't you wanna know what time is it?"

Zero frowned in confusion and look at the clock on the nightstand. Her eyes widened as she realized she was late- again. "Crap." Getting up quickly she put on her jacket after making sure it had Bloody Rose in it.

After she got ready, she turned around only to find Ichiru gone. He must have gone to Yuuki. That was her last thought before she opened the door and got out.

"Zero! You jerk you were late again!" Yuuki screamed at her sister as soon as she saw her.

"Oh come on Yuuki-chan." Ichiru laughed as he reached them, "It's not nee-chan's fault that you are useless at this." He messed her hair.

"Hey!" Yuuki complained and blushed. Ichiru-kun was a very kind person and unlike Zero he didn't bother trying to hide his emotions. Before she knew they have already been acting like friends, something that made Yuuki happy. Ichiru-kun is a kind person and a very handsome boy. Yuuki's cheeks turned red at the thought.

"Yuukiii" She blinked as she realized that Zero was weaving her hand in front of her face, "Hey Yuuki!"

"Huh? What?"

"You didn't hear anything I've told you did you?" Zero said with a scowl on her face.

"Oh don't blame her nee-chan." Ichiru leaned with head on Zero's shoulders, "Maybe she's in love." He suggested playfully and was pleased to see Yuuki blushing once again. God, it was so easy messing up with the short brunette.

Zero frowned. Memories of the previous night flushed through her mind. Yuuki was in love with the person who had kissed her last night! The thought made her furious, there was only one Pureblood she had kissed and that was because she hadn't known what he was. Kol's lies and his manipulation still hurt in her heart.

"I just wanted to tell you that I'll go out." Zero informed them. "Ichiru you can join me if you want to."

"Nah I'll keep Yuuki-chan company."

"Well…" Zero smiled, "I'm glad you two are getting along."

"Aido-Sempai!", "Senri!" Some Day Class girls started screaming as the Night Class was going for their lesson.

As soon as Zero saw the Pureblood she didn't know what came over her. It was his fault that she had been so angry at herself all night. If he hadn't bothered her when she was thirsty, if he hadn't offered his blood and if he hadn't kissed her, none of this would have happen. She wouldn't feel angry and more importantly she wouldn't feel so guilty, as she watched Yuuki trying to stop some students.

With her head up, she walked towards the Night Class with confidence and stopped in front of Kuran.

He didn't say anything to her; he just stared at her and waited for the words that were about to come out. He was sure the silverette wouldn't be ashamed to yell at him in front of the Day Class or Night Class students. However Kaname was proven wrong.

Zero didn't yell at him or pointed Bloody Rose at him –something which he considered a miracle. Instead she raised her hand and slapped him- hard.

She – Zero Kyriuu slapped him – Kaname Kuran

A Level D vampire slapped a Pureblood

Kyriuu slapped Kaname-Sama

Time froze

The fangirls and fanboys stopped screaming; Yuuki gasped in shock but didn't move while Ichiru was mostly watching amused.

"You bitch!" Ruka screamed furiously but was held back by Akasuki, "How dare you lay your hand on him?!"

While at the same time Aido started creating ice. "You'll regret it Level D." He said darkly only to be stopped by Ichijo.

Seiren appeared at her side and was probable going to raise her hand but Kaname's cold voice stopped. "It's alright Seiren. I'm sure Kyriuu-kun had her reasons.

Zero ignored both brats and didn't look away from the Pureblood who was now glaring at her. "Next time I will cut your hands, just to make sure you won't touch me." She said coolly, her glare matching his and turned away. She wasn't surprised that none of the other members of the Night Class attacked her. She had heard the Pureblood ordering with his voice low to go to class. Probable not to expose their secret.

Reaching the gates, Zero could help but feel satisfied for what she did, although she knew she would have Yuuki to get her on her nerves but it was so worth it.

"Wait Zero-chan!" Takuma yelled from behind her. "Why did you do that?" he asked with a disappointed look on his face.

"Whatever do you mean vampire?"

He shook his head, "You shouldn't have done that. I-"

"Look Takuma." She cut him off, "Because I don't hate you like the rest of them, it doesn't mean that you and I are going to be buddies. " Hurt was written all over to his face and for a single minute Zero felt guilty that she was the reason for it. "Now, you better go to class." Opening the gate, she left and the Vice-President could do nothing but stare.

She studied the man's face for a moment. He looked to be in his forties and very nervous. His eyes seemed to roam around the cabin as if he was expecting something to happen. A young boy who was probably his son sat next to him with wide eyes as he studied the skies. He looked to be the same age as his sister who was sleeping in her mother's arms. The man's hands trembled as he checked his seat belt.

"Are you alright sir?"

He looked at her surprised but he quickly smiled and said, "I just fine."

The short black haired nodded and was going back to listening music when he hastily added, "I just-" He pursed his lips, "It's the first time I'm in a plane and..."

The girl nodded, completely understanding the man's nervousness, "I completely understand. I remember the first time I got in a plane..." She shook her head and laughed. "Let's just say it was good think I was travelling with my best friend, otherwise the pilot would have kicked me out from the plane on his own." She chuckled

The man looked at her wide-eyed and asked, "Why?"

"I was freaking out!" She said as it should be obvious, "Just imagine, I pushed away the flight attendant and got into the Flight Deck!" She laughed, "My friend was so pissed and embarrassed."

The man laughed with the young girl and actually looked surprised when he heard the announcement;

"We will be making our decent into Japan International Airport in approximately three minutes. Please fasten your seat belts and make sure your trays are clear and in an upright position. Please do not leave your seats until we are safely in the boarding zone. Thank you for flying Dove Airlines."

"Looks like we're landing."

"See?" She winked at him and smiled playfully, "You only needed to distract yourself."

The man suddenly gasped, "Oh my God, I didn't even introduce myself!" He gave her his hand, "I'm Louis."

The short haired girl giggled and shook his hand, "I'm Anna."

The 292 tilted slightly to the left and began a slow and steady turn. Down below, the ground looked like square plots on a huge map of some kind. Gradually, everything began to come into view. As they neared the ground, small cars heading down long highways of black ribbon came into view, as well as having various colored homes of different sizes and shapes. A sudden bump told her the landing gear was released. The man jumped slightly at the sound.

Feeling his ears pop, he opened his mouth in an attempt to release the pressure. Trees and rooftops whizzed by as the aircraft made its final turn onto the waiting runway and ended with a mild rumbling as the tires kissed the tarmac.

A loud rush of air giving pressure to the brakes slowly brought the plane to an Indy 500 speed, culminating into the final act of taxiing slowly but surely into the arrival gate.

As she got out of the plane she said goodbye to Louis and his family and searched for her friend. She started walking as her eyes were scanning searching for a specific person.

Cat green eyes met lilac and Anna couldn't hold back.

Running to her while having a strong grip at the same time as she carried the luggage, she jumped into her best friend's arms and hugged her tightly. Anna suddenly felt the urge to make her feel that she was happy to see her once again. Zero however was a bit surprised.

"Wow okay okay" She hugged her back, "I get it, you love me."

As Zero said that, Anna could feel her stomach pulsating as she held back the tears, wanting to be brave in front of her friend. She was thinking of all ways possible to tell her how stupid she was for telling her to stay behind but none were too clever. In the end she just mutterer, "I missed you so much." It wasn't as if words were necessary for them.

Zero's eyes softened as she pulled back and she allowed a faint smile to appear on her face. "Come on." She took Anna's luggage from her hands, "I've called a cab."

Anna nodded, and followed.

10 minutes later

Music blasted their ears as the car sped down the deserted highway. The old man who owned the taxi was silent driving, occasionally pushing his wire glasses back on his nose. Zero had tried to speak to her, but the music was making difficult gather her thoughts. Headmaster had called her to his office as soon as she woke up, only to tell her they'd have a new Night Class Student.

Zero was a privet person, she didn't like sharing her thoughts, secrets or feeling so it was no surprise that headmaster had no idea that Anna is her friend like Dean is. So when she told him little about her friendship with Anna, he was over the moon because he thought that her friend would help her accept the Night Class. Yeah like that's gonna happen. Chairman of course realized after Zero had broken his desk once again that even with her friend here, she wouldn't let go of the anger so easily.

Getting tired of the silence between them, Zero finally spoke. "So, will you tell me how come you decided to come here?" She asked.

Anna who was gazing out the window looked at her, "Dean came!" She pointed. "And I've wanted to come here for a while." Anna never liked when it was time for Zero to go back to the Academy, it was like giving a gift to a child and then demand to give it back to you, and although Anna loved Eliza –not as much as Zero but close enough- the old woman was a human and one day she'd go away but Zero… Zero was always there. The silver haired girl was the only family Anna wants and needs.

"What about Eliza?" She asked, "You left her all alone?" Zero frowned at the thought. Eliza was a part of whatever family she has left and she didn't want to leave the poor woman on her own.

Anna's voice snapped her out from her thoughts, "Sheila and her left together for France." She informed her. "I thought you knew"

Zero looked down at her hands, "I didn't." She cleared her throat, "I haven't spoken to them for a while now."

"I see."

"…"

"So…" Anna started saying, "is there a reason why you didn't tell me about your aunt?"

"I just… I couldn't face it Anna." She raised an eyebrow, "If it makes you feel better, I didn't mourn with Dean either." She reassured her, knowing there was always a little competition between her friends. "I know Eliza and Sheila must have buried her by now but I just…-"

"Couldn't say goodbye?" Anna suggested and Zero nodded. She wasn't surprised; Zero had always been a strong person who didn't want people to see her sadness or any other bad emotion.

"It's okay Zero." She grabbed the silverette's hand. "I'm here." Her grip tightened as she spoke similar words Dean had told her when they were sitting on the bridge. "You've always been there for me so if you need anything; let me be there for you."

Zero released a melancholic sigh and nodded once again. There was no point trying to talk things over with her friend, both were stubborn and had temper and in this round Anna won.

In the Night Class

"Where is everyone?" Kaname asked Ichijo who was humming a song. Everyone was missing, everyone expect Takuma and Seiren who was at the moment reading a book.

Kaname had thought that with Kyriuu's return, everything would go back at how they were but he was wrong. With Kiryuu's return also came a lot of issues; first of all Yuuki was keeping herself away from him and was spending her time with Kiryuu's brother; Ichiru. Someone who wasn't in his plans like so many other things, also, he didn't trust the boy. He knew enough about him to understand that for a human Ichiru could be dangerous and even though he wasn't seeing Yuuki in a romantic way anymore it did not mean that he still didn't want his sister safe at his side.

Another issue was Rido. He had no idea where his dear uncle could be. He had sent so many people and nothing!

And last but not least, Zero Kiryuu was hunting his thoughts. The previous night he had another dream of the young girl and no matter how much he tried he could not find a logical explanation.

Feeding the girl his blood was his choice; he wanted her to be strong for Yuuki. "I'm not your puppet Kuran I never was!" He words still surprised him. True to her words the Level D wasn't a puppet. She could never play that role and in a way he didn't want her to. In his mind he had planned for the girl to be Yuuki's shield but in time –during her absence he had learnt to appreciate her presence therefore after she achieved what he wished her to, he wouldn't kill her as he had first thought he would.

Kaname could understand why he suddenly appreciated Zero and wanted her to be safe and strong but he couldn't understand what possessed him last night to kiss her. She just looked so beautiful when she didn't struggle anymore and with his blood on her lips she tasted so-

Wait! Kaname blinked. Since when was he referring Kiryuu as Zero? He blinked again. He wasn't even supposed to think about the kiss they had shared! Kiryuu had been so disrespectful today! To slap him-a Pureblood! If he hadn't ordered the Night Class to go to class, they would have probable ripped her apart.

Kaname was angry with the girl; angry that she slapped him, angry that she threatened him once again but most of all he was angry that she seemed so unaffected. After she left everyone had gone silent though he could sense the Night Class's fury and the Day Class's shock.

"Hm?" Ichijou stopped humming and looked at his friend. "Oh right." He looked around "No one else is here are they?" Resting his head on his hands he wondered, "I wonder where they went." He looked at Kaname whose eyes had darkened a little but he received no answer.

"And this is "Cross Academy." Zero announced with sarcasm as she opened the main gates while holding one of Anna's luggages.

Anna stepped in as soon as Zero opened the gate and looked around with a look of fascination on her face. "You know I actually expected to have to do something to get here." her expression changed from fascination to wonder and she glanced at her friend curious.

"Well it really depends on what class you are." Zero started explaining without looking at her as she started walking with Anna quickly following behind her. "If you want to go to the Day Class then you have to write a written exam and have the Headmaster to interview you, while if you want to go to the Night Class, Headmaster have to interview you first and then the Night Class dorm President." She finished.

"Kuran right?" Anna tried to remember the President's name Zero had always cursed his last name and Anna didn't really know or care about the Purebloods families in general.

Zero swallowed and made a face of disgust, as if she had drunk poison. "His name is Kaname." She answered her friend's silent question. At the mention of the bloodsucker's name Zero's hand still burned from the slap she had given him and she had yet to feel any regret. Not that she expected to, Zero was sure that the Pureblood deserved it. And she knew if her father was alive he would've ripped the Pureblood to pieces for touching her. After all, there was a reason why her father was known as "The Destroyer".

"And how come I didn't give interview to anyone?" Anna asked as the passed the main building.

Zero peeked out of the corner of her eye before they narrowed considerably on Anna's question, hesitating for a few seconds before she answered. "You were going to but after I told the Chairman you were my friend, he had no doubt about you."

Anna smiled a happy smile and for a second Zero thought that she and Takuma would get along, seeing they're both people who have the happy-attitude all the time. Soon enough she felt guilty for being cold towards the sweet Vice-President but she should always remember that the green eyed vampire was Kuran's right hand and friend, therefore there was absolutely no way for them to have a slightly bit of friendship between them. "Ha! I would love to see how Dean's interview gone." the black haired girl's smile turned into a smirk as he could imagine the bastard's interview. However, Zero's words wiped the smirk off her face. "Dean didn't give interview either, although he never told me whether his lessons were easy. You see Dean was in the Day Class." Zero said ignoring the look of astonishment she received from Anna and continued, "Plus, don't act so cold. I know in fact that you miss him."

Anna snorted and rolled her arms as she started walking little faster. "As if!" She took a breath and said in a polite and calm voice, "Can we please continue with you showing the school and stop discussing irrelevant things?"

Zero lazily shrugged and answered, "Why yes if you wish so." She said in a mockery tone her eyes shining with little amusement. "As I was going to say in the beginning, Cross Academy is attended by two groups of students: the Day Class and the Night Class. At twilight, when the students of the Day Class return to their dorm, they cross path with the Night Class on their way to school. The academy was founded by non other that Kaien Cross, also frequently called "Chairman" or "Headmaster because of his position of the school-"

Zero was interrupted by Anna waving her hand, "Yeah, yeah I already know this!" She looked around and noticed that they were in a forest? She frowned. "Where are we?" She voiced her thoughts.

"That's the gardens." Zero rolled her eyes seeing her friend's doubly expression. "The prefects of the school –Yuuki and I- usually patrol here and it's also one of the few parts of the school that I actually like."

Anna made a hummed and nodded in approval. "It is beautiful." She agreed

Zero was about to say something when she let go of the luggage, grabbed Anna's wrist and pulled her behind her as she pulled out "Bloody Rose". "Hello, Night Class." She greeted them with a scowl on her face and in a mockery tone before she slightly narrowed her eyes. "What do you want?"

"You know, you're little cocky Zero Kyriuu." Aido almost spat out her name as he glared at her, with him was Ruka Souen, Akatsuki Kain, Shiki Senri, and Rima Toya.

"You dared to disrespect Lord Kaname, today! You! An ex-human." Ruka sneered "And the way you treat him…." She shook her head. The ungrateful huntress instead of being glad that Kaname had given her a little attention she dared to raise her dirty hand on him. Although Ruka had no idea what Kaname had done, she was sure it wasn't something horrible and even if it was it still didn't give the Level D any right.

"We really don't like it." Rima said in an emotionless tone.

"Yeah but Takuma said we should leave her alone." Senri reminded them, as the others slowly came around the silverette, without taking a notice of the black haired girl that was hidden behind her.

"Shiki is right Hanabusa it is better to leave her alone." Akatsuki told to his cousin as he saw the huntress had already raised her weapon and by the look of it, it didn't looke like she would hesitate to shoot them. "If lord Kaname finds out he'll tear you apart." He tried in vain to warn his cousin.

No one moved

Seeing no reaction from anyone, Akatsuki tried to make the guardian to back off by saying calmly, "Zero come on." He touched her shoulder, "It's better to put that thing away." He pointed "Bloody Rose" only to have his arm taken by Zero who threw him down with strong force.

As the Night Class student lay down Anna let go of her luggage and took some steps backward before she ran. Zero needed help and if she remembered correctly the other guardian –Yuuki must be patrolling somewhere nearby.

Meanwhile as Anna left without the Night Class' notice both Senri and Rima commented with a blank face, "So uncool." Secretly Senri was actually little happy with the way things turned out; now he would have an excuse to hurt Zero without having to fight with Takuma.

Zero smirked, "So, go ahead vampires you destroyed any good mood I had anyway." She should have known better than to think the Night Class wouldn't want to get her back for slapping their leader. Their auras were murderous, she could tell. Though it was something she could use for her own benefit.

Aido glared the silverette once again, feeling irritated that instead of feeling threatened or at least worried the vampire hunter actually looked as if she was enjoying it. "It's that kind of attitude that makes me think of killing her." He stated darkly as he slowly created ice to her way.

Akatsuki who was laying on the ground slowly got up and pushed some of his hair back, "Well I did the best I could to play the good guy here" He shrugged, "I'm not to blame for what's next."

Zero tensed as she tried to calm herself down. There was nothing good in fighting while having negative emotions, Sheila had taught her that.

As Aido's ice almost reached her, the fight began.

"The Moon plays a very profound role when it comes to spell casting, as you make magic be aware that the subconscious mind is ruled by the Moon. Those interested in magic and spell casting, can enhance the power of their spells by becoming acquainted with all the phases of the Moon, and how to apply them, by tapping into the energy of the Moon you will be guided in your magic practice. Your life could be transformed by working with the different energies of the Moon. Before performing spells it is a good idea to meditate and help yourself to reach an altered state of consciousness. If you believe in higher powers and higher energies, you will naturally respond to the waxing and waning of the Moon's energies. When casting spells you are working with the subconscious mind, the elements, and with energy, the Moon is accessed and its transformational powers utilized. Spells require you to ignite the magic that you will be invoking, and then working with the universal life force, you become as one with energy flow of the unseen." Sheila stopped talking and looked the little girl who was writing all there to the old book that had passed on her by her Aunt.

As she finished writing Hope looked up and her eyes met Sheila's, "So, the moon is like our source…" It sounded more like a question.

Sheila nodded and smiled, proud that her young student understood, she knew that one day the girl in front of her would become a very talented witch. "Now, a witch is a human being born with magic inside, which enables them to manifest magical powers. Like mortals, witches can be either good or evil, as you very well know." She continued as Hope nodded, "I want to see if you've been studying as hard as you've said." Sheila sat on the desk while tapping her fingers on it as she thought of what questions she should ask the little princess. "Hmm tell me everything you know about the origin of witchcraft." That was a decent question which required to have studied a lot.

"The origin of witchcraft dates back to the beginning of the Earth itself. Since then, witches have existed for untold centuries, passing down their knowledge and skills through generations in family lines. Contrary to popular belief, witches do not receive their powers from demons, nor do they worship the Devil. Instead, witches use their powers to hunt and vanquish the bad supernatural creatures who are threatening to break the balance witched have created; in order to protect the innocent and to make the world a safer place. The term "witch" is not exclusive to females, as males can also be witches as well." the small silverette answered with no hesitation and felt relieved as her teacher's lips curled up in a smile.

"Very good!" She claps her hands. "Now, if the term "witch" is not exclusive to females, as males can also be witches as well, as you previously mentioned what is "warlock"?"

Hope frowned a little and tried to remember as some minutes passed Sheila smiled softly and shook her head, "My dear, it's okay if you can't rem-"

"Warlock is a witch who betrays magic, sells his or her soul to pure evil and sucks the energy out of witches while stealing his or her powers." Hope cut her teacher off as she suddenly remember and looked at her wide-eyes, " A warlock can be either male or female, just like a witch can be either gender. In the end their goal becomes a distant memory as they become more power hungry. Their selfishness is their downfall. "

"… Well done!" She almost cried out and Hope grinned. "Now, last question and we're done for today…"

Hope nodded fast, happy that she would get to play outside today. The sun was up and it made the weather so beautiful as if today was meant all the children to play outside or people to take a walk. Someone had to be really stupid to not want to outside.

"During the late 17th century in Salem, Massachusetts, several men and women were persecuted for practicing witchcraft. During this period in Colonial America, many of the Puritans who had settled in the Northeast believed that witches were servants for the Devil. These events became known the Salem Witch Trials, in which numerous people - witches and mortals - were hanged or otherwise killed." Hope answered quietly after her teacher asked the question. She had always felt pity for all the people who had lost their lives that day whether they were witches or not."

Sheila nodded once again saying that her student was correct, "See? Another example of trust, witches can't trust anyone but themselves, remember that." Both student and teacher started packing their books. "And always, always control your emotions."

Hope paused, "I don't get it." She stated, "You said that our emotions makes us stronger."

"Yes, but we must be careful of our emotions. After all, there are the negatives ones." Sheila knelt in front of the little silverette. "Not all humans know about witches and what people don't know; they fear." She stroked her student's hair, taking a liking at its softness. As Hope was giving her completely attention, it seemed that she wasn't being bothered at being touched as she usually was, probable because her and Hope were close. "Therefore you should always hide your magic because their fear will take over and they'll more against you." She explained, "And vampires – never forget the vampires, never tell or show them, for if you do, they'll take a hold of that knowledge and try to use it their own selfish desires."

Hope let out a huff and pouted, "I still don't get it. There's peace in New Orleans, all supernatural creatures live there, right?"

Sheila smiled, something which seems she did often when she's around the little princess, "Yes but out of town not many know that's why most of vampires from the pyramid do not believe in creature like us or anything else." She answered. As she mentioning the vampires from the pyramid, Hope remembered her Uncle Cross mentioning about making a school about them but she quickly dismissed her thoughts as she looked up. She suddenly came to a realization.

"That's the tragedy of them, they've lost faith and with that loss they have no idea what to be afraid of."

Sheila couldn't agree more.

A/N: So today I had a fever and I wasn't able to write anymore. I didn't want to make you guys waiting so I updated it.

Although this is a long chapter I had so much more to write like: Kol and the mysterious vampire you saw in the last chapter, Dean! *sighs* Also I thing I have left Yuuki out a little bit, what do you think? I had actually written a scene about Kaname/Zero for this chapter but wasn't able to post it due to my fever.

THANK YOU SO MUCH for waiting. I didn't abandon this story and I'll try not to. I don't like when writers abandon their stories, so I don't intend to do that.

Although, I don't think this chapter is much I would love if you review and tell me what you think.

PS: Sorry if you see some mistakes but I didn't have enough time to edit it more carefully.

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