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Chapter 20: No Brother Of Mine

Alana POV

It all happened so fast. One minute Leila was mouthing off to her mother and the next she was gasping, falling from the wooden chair beneath her. Sweat poured from her body as she continued to gasp for air.

Veronica Voda stood up and threw her cloth napkin on her chair.

"Jesse, I'm so sorry for this. I don't know what has gotten into her. She's usually not so rude."

I will never know what made me do what I did. Maybe it was instinct or maybe it was because I hated the way Leila's mother had been treating her. I finally saw my moment to prove the point I had been trying to do that night Eric had stopped me. Leila deserved so much more than this and the fact that her mother seemed to not care that her only daughter was on the floor having a spirit induced vision.

No I will never know what made me lash out the way I did. In a matter of seconds I had whipped around and stood face to face with Leila's mother. She seemed taken aback and slightly scared. Good...she deserved it.

"You are an awful woman who cares more about her dawn non existent fucking political career then your only daughter! You are a sanctimonious bitch! I'd really like to know why you find it necessary to be the way you are. I'd like to see things from your point of view, but I can't get my head that far up my ass."

Veronica Voda actually looked stunned. The whole room had gone silent. The only noise was the deep breathing coming from Leila as she began to whimper. I bent down to her once more.

"Leila?" I asked. My panic was beginging to show. I was worried.

Her eyes fluttered open as she sat up as much as she could and gazed around the room, finally meeting the eyes of Dimitri, " Guardian Belikov. There's been another attack." And then she passed out into my open arms. I gazed at my father who was already dialing away on his cell phone and pacing. He began talking fast as he walked into the Zecklos's foyer. I gazed about the room. Avery Zecklos and her daughter had already vanished from the room. Stefan had followed after his mother soon after and their departure had been unnoticed. Accept by me. James stood staring at Leila. His eyes were wide and If I hadn't hated the damn boy I would have comforted him. But I didn't. Veronica Voda and Alexander Voda both seemed very appalled as they sat there. The only person who was still eating was Jesse Zecklos. Eric knelt down next to me with Leila.

"Is she breathing?" He asked checking her wrist for a pulse.

"Yes," I said, " It was only a vision. This was a big one. She should make up soon."

Dimitri walked back into the room in a rush, " Alana. Go back to Leila's room and gather her belongings as well as your own. We are heading back to the Academy within the hour."

And with that he exited the room leaving us all speechless. My heart pounded as Eric lifted Leila from my arms. And i didn't stop to ask questions as I did as I was told. Because I was scared. Something I was not accustomed to. I was scared. And it was not a good feeling.

Rose POV

I didn't have time to contemplate what was really going on before my phone was ringing. I didn't bother to glance at the screen as I lifted it to my ear and answered rudely. I was irritated I had been interrupted in my channel of thoughts, " What!" I nearly yelled and I felt a little pity for whoever was on the other line. That pity sort of diminished a tiny bit when the Russian accent gave away who the caller was, " Rose. Leila Voda has had a vision I believe. She said there's been another attack."

I quickly was in guardian mode as I spoke, my irritation long gone forgotten, " Where and who?"

The other line was silent and I heard Dimitri sigh, " She's passed out. All she said was that there was an attack."

My irritation returned. Dimitri was just a barrel full of answers wasn't he? I sighed and finally put it all together, " I'll have Lissa assign a jet. Be ready to leave in an hour. The human man is awake. I have feeling that there's something really wrong going on. I'd rather have us all in the same place and have my daughter close by."

Dimitri seemed to stay quiet once more before he answered, " I agree." And with that he hung up I turned to head towards Lissa's office. I got there just as she sat down at her desk, a phone in her hand. Fro my face she paused before putting the receiver down, " What now?" She asked.

So I told her the story of Dimitri's phone call. Within seconds her hands were flying across the phone as she dialed numbers and made arrangements for a jet. She also called the security on Court and made them aware of the situation we were facing. They seemed slightly ticked off that she hadn't called when it first happened but they allowed Lissa to take care of the situation until it become more threatening. Lissa finally set down the receiver and took a deep breath that was quickly interrupted by Viktoria's appearance. She seemed frenzied and panicked.

"I can't find Ivan. He's not in our room and no where I've looked." She said shutting the door.

Lissa shrugged, " He's a teen. He will come up. Don't worry Viktoria. Right now we have more pressing matters." And with that the tale was once again retold to Viktoria. She too sat in thought before speaking, " It all just seems so odd. I still do not understand had humans could be a part of this. If they are then..then it means our existence is jeopardized."

Lissa waved her hands, " Don't get ahead of yourself. Humans are nothing to worry about when we have highly trained dhampirs and Moroi magic to protect us."

Viktoria seemed to shiver, " But strigoi are dangerous Lissa."

And with that I stepped in, " She's right Lissa. It could get out of hand. We need to wait for Dimitri to get back and to hear what Leila's vision was about. For now though we just need to stay calm. There's no reason to start a frenzy here on campus without knowing information."

So we sat...and we waited.

Dimitri POV

It seemed so long ago when I had traveled all the way from Russia and back to the academy. So long since I had laid eyes on Rose once more. And in that short time so much had happened. The world had not slowed down. There was no savoring anything anymore. It was always something. So even though I loved Rose and wanted her back...I knew it wasn't the right time to pressure her when there so much going on. This situation was hectic. I had never witnessed Leila Voda have a vision before but all I knew was that it had every instinct in my body jumping. I watched as she laid across the lap of my daughter and as the jet took off. Luckily for us, Veronica Voda had decided to stay on campus for the rest of the weekend. So the flight was very nerve wracking as we all sat waiting for Leila to rise. I watched as Alana looked over her freind. She reminded me so much of Rose within those moments. The way she was so protective of Leila. It was so similar to the relationship between Rose and Lissa. About thirty minutes into the flight, Leila began to stir. I watched as she opened her eyes. Alana seemed to sigh in relief and I watched as she questioned her about how she was feeling.

Leila sat up and I found myself creeping over to where they sat. I seated myself next to Eric and across from my daughter. Leila yawned, " I feel like I've just been running a hundred mile race." Alana laughed as Leila sat up all the way and blinked her eyes a bit. Her violet eyes were rimmed in red, probably due to her vision.

Leila opened her eyes wide eyed, " The attack." She said and her voice squeaked.

Alana patted Leila's arm as she began to breath slightly harder than usual.

Leila continued, " It was Ivan and Nora. They left campus and two strigoi attacked them. They were kissing and..."

Alana paused her, " Wait what? Are you sure you saw right Leila? Kissing?" A look of speculation crossed her features. Leila sighed, " They went on a date last night. Nora hadn't had time to tell you."

Alana huffed, again reminding me of Rose, " Obviously." She said sarcastically with a dry tone.

Leila shook her head, " Anyways they were attacked. And I know it already happened because Nora was wearing the clothes I had set out for her before we left yesterday."

I whipped out my phone, a new concern filling me for my nephew.

It rang once before she answered," Hello?" Rose said firmly.

"Rose. Leila's awake. She says the attack happened already. Ivan and Nora Castille snuck off campus and were attacked by two strigoi."

Rose's voice became shaky, " Do I tell her?" She asked and she was whispering. Did I really want her to hide this from Viktoria? Hide the fact that her son was in danger? I thought about if I were in her shoes and it was Alana. The answer was no, but the truth was that I knew how my sister was. I would be the only one to help her recover. So I did something that I hated.

"Don't tell her. Tell Lissa but not her. I'll handle when we get there. Until then don't send anyone out to the scene yet. Not without me."

Rose snickered, " Since when did you become the boss? Do I have to remind you that I am the Head guardian here on campus?"

I sighed, "Roza," I rethought the nickname, "Rose...do this for me."

She seemed to pause for a few seconds before she finally answered, " Only this once Dimitri. This doesn't change us." She said and I could hear her voice quiver. I felt a lump in my throat, " Understood." I said and I stayed with the phone plastered to my ear long after she had hung up. When I removed the phone I was left staring right into Alana's eyes. I had forgotten about my little audience.

Alana tilted her head to the side, " Roza huh?" She said and she smirked, " So that's what you used to call her?"

A tiny smile appeared on my lips, " Yes Alana. That's what I used to call her." And the topic was not brought up again as the plane ride was painfully long to the Academy. I couldn't help but feel regret for having kept my sister out of the shadows. I couldn't help but feel remorse for her. I spent the plane ride contemplating the situation. A situation I did not want to face.

Nora POV

My head was spinning. I had no idea where I was but all I knew was that my body ached and the room was pitch black. Not even my dhampir eyesight was enough to be able to see through the sheer darkness. I could hear my breath echo on the walls. I didn't remember much. I remembered kissing Ivan and being pulled hard. Then blackness. I had failed. I had not even reacted. I was in training to be a damn guardian and look at me! I was firmly tied in god knows where to a chair. I didn't get to ponder too hard before the lights were turned on. They were super bright and it was painful to the eyes as my eyes adjusted to the change. I soon recovered and was surprised to see a short dhampir girl with ice blue eyes and straight black hair that was somewhat long. She was carrying a tray of what looked like a sandwich and a bottle of water. She seemed surprised I was awake as she shut the door behind her.

"I was hoping you would be asleep." She said walking over to me. She set the tray in front of me and her hair seemed to fall away from her neck, revealing scars of puncture marks most likely created by fangs. There were even two pinkish marks that indicated a recent bite. She was a blood whore.

She must have caught my staring because she straightened up fast, " I'm not really supposed to interact with you and your friend. I'm not even really supposed to be bringing you food." She made it sound like she was allowed to bring food to others but not me.

She glanced at the handcuffs that were preventing me from moving and frowned, " I didn't know they had you handcuffed. They must really not want to keep you around then." She glanced at the tray of food, " You won't be able to eat then." Then her icy blue eyes met mine and she frowned. And it looked like I saw pity in her eyes, " That's a nasty cut there." She said nodding towards me. I didn't know what cut she was talking about but I was on defense as I finally spoke up, " Who are you? Where am I?"

A sound behind the closed door made her turn quickly and breath harder. Her voice became a whisper, " You can call me Carly. But whatever you do...don't let them know I spoke to you. I have to go. It's not safe for me to be down here." And she turned fast to leave.

"Wait!" I called out and she turned slightly, " When will you be back?" She didn't answer as she smiled and walked outside, turning the light off as she went. Then it was dark...and once more...it was silent. I felt my stomach drop. Where was I? And what about Ivan?

Melissa POV

It was always a good thing when Master was pleased. I sat in the small kitchen of the safe house. Everything was covered in dust and cobwebs but I personally did not care. I watched as Heidi sat watching the fire and Master and Sera talked away. It was easy to hear their conversation due to my enhanced hearing.

Sera's voice was whiny, " Master when are you going to let Carly go? She's too soft. She worries me."

Master's laughed, " A bit jealous Sera?"

And it was true. Sera hated Carly. All because Sera wanted to be the apple of Master's eye. And Carly wa sin the way.

I personally had no problems with Carly. She was sweet yes and a little soft of course but she was loyal. That's what counted the most.

Sera laughed, " Of Carly? Of course not. It's just Carly is..."

But Sera was cut off as Carly herself stepped into the room. She smiled.

"Oh please continue Sera." Carly said walking and sitting next to the fire place. Sera seemed to blanch. Probably because Carly was a trained guardian and Sera was a whimpy Moroi.

Sera shrugged her shoulders playing it off, " Oh nothing darling. Just saying how much of a help you were in getting the subject and his little friend."

Carly stayed quiet but it was very apparent that she knew Sera a lot more than Sera thought. Jon and Ramona took that time to walk in. They were a married human couple who had joined forces with us not too long ago. I was still skeptical about them considered all I wanted to do was rip them to shreds. Ramona was carrying a heavy bag of groceries, " We just picked up food for Sera, Carly, and Jon and I." She said addressing Master.

Master nodded, " And of course for our guest." Master smiled.

Ramona returned the smile, " Yes of course." I watched as Carly shifted slightly at the exchange between Master and Ramona. It was no secret that Master flirted with all of his female staff. Carly turned back to the fire just as Master stood, " Come on Sugar. Let's go see if he's awake yet." Master turned to me, " Mel go ahead and have Sera give you a bite. You deserve it today."

Sera blanched slightly. Probably because she had never been offered as a snack before. My eyes shined with desire and Master chuckled, " And Mel...please don't go overboard. We need her don't forget." And with that Master left and I was ready to enjoy my treat as I lunged towards Sera and sunk my teeth into her neck.

Carly POV

I hated that the poor dhampir girl in the basement had been left to die. Master however only cared about the young boy who lay upstairs in bed fast asleep. He wasn't awake and I took that opportunity to talk some sense into Master.

"The dhampir girl could be useful in getting the boy to cooperate." I said watching as Master touched the boy's forehead.

He sighed, " Maybe. Maybe not." he said just as the boy stirred. The dhampir boy opened his eyes wide and seemed to shrink back into the bed from Master's hand. Master smiled as he sat on the bed next to Ivan, who I now realized was handcuffed by one arm to the bed.

"Welcome home Ivan." Master said smiling, his fangs over his teeth.

The boy shrunk back even further and a look of fury crossed his face, " Who are you? What do you want?" Ivan asked in a loud tone.

Master tsked his tongue, " Now now Ivan. Watch your tone. Tell me boy...how is your dear mother?" Ivan reached out with the hand that was not handcuffed and slapped Master.

"Leave my mother out of this!" Ivan yelled. Master seemed to vibrate with anger as he loomed over the boy. We had come to far for him to kill Ivan. I screamed.

"Stop! Think of all the work we have put into this mission. You can't kill him. He's important."

I watched as the killer I loved straightened up and lunged towards me. I didn't even have reaction time before I was blown into a world I was all too familiar with. I felt his teeth rip easily into the crook of my neck and I felt my mouth open into a small sigh. And after that...well...the world disappeared as I rode the train of ecstasy away. Away from everything.

Lissa POV

An hour later Rose, Viktoria and I watched at the jet was landing onto the track. The information Rose had told me was burning inside my head and I felt guilt. I was a mother. I couldn't imagine how it would feel. I was burning to tell Mia, Eddie and Viktoria what had happened. I watched as the stairs to the plane were lowered and as Alana helped Leila down the few stairs. I hugged Leila hard, " I hope you are okay darling." I said and gave her cheek a kiss. She was like my own daughter. Alana gave Rose a quick hug as well. Dimitri and Eric were the last to exit the jet. Dimitri's eyes were sad as he came to stand in front of his sister. I had done as I was asked, and had requested that Mia and Eddie meet us in my office. The walk was long. I sent Alana and Leila to freshen up. I didn't want them around for this. The walk to my office was short. Too short. I was disappointed to see that Mia and Eddie were already there. Baby Fiona was strapped to Mia's chest and Mia looked tired.

"What's going on Lissa? Did the twins do something?" I watched as they huddled into my office. I sat at my desk and was relieved to feel Rose pat my shoulder. Eric leaned against the wall and Viktoria was pacing. Dimitri spoke and I was relieved. I did not want to deliver this news.

"Lissa called you here because Leila Voda had a vision tonight that involved your daughter Nora and my nephew Ivan."

Viktoria stopped pacing, " What?" She asked rather stunned.

Dimitri continued, " Nora and Ivan decided to sneak off campus. They were attacked by two strigoi."

Mia erupted into tears and Eddie patted her shoulder being strong for them both. I too was close to tears but I held them in. I had no right to cry. Viktoria blew up, " You didn't think to call me?" She yelled at her older brother. Dimitri ignored her, " Rose, I'm requesting that Viktoria and Eddie be off the investigation."

Viktoria and Eddie both answered in unison, "No." They yelled.

Rose sighed, " I have to agree. You both are too close to the situation. I'm sending Dimitri, Eric, My mother, Guardian Ochoa and myself to investigate the scene."

Viktoria erupted into anger, " No! You can't do this! That's my son!"

Dimitri jumped in, " Exactly Vika. You're too close to this."

Viktoria sneered, " You are no brother of mine." Then she spit at Dimitri's feet before rushing out of the room and slamming the door. Eddie was next to blow up, " That's my daughter. You can't tell me I have no right to be involved. I'll stay here. I'll help here. If you want me off the field fine...but I refuse to do nothing."

Mia continued her sobbing and I couldn't take it. I rushed away from my office. I didn't stop when Rose called after me. I rushed all the way to my house and through the door, straight up the stairs and into Christian's arms. He was surprised by my sudden tears. But he didn't ask. He hugged me tight as I cried for my friends and their children.