The music to which the two just danced to had ended. Dracula was still
embracing Astrid as they remained in the middle of the dance floor. Stay out of
my head Count and besides what you may have gathered is completely out of the
question. Dracula chuckled knowing completely well she was full of it. This isn't
funny, you ever hear of Stockholm syndrome? Asked Astrid. A new song began to
play over the loud speakers as the two continued to waltz among the rest of the
guests. If I recall that is where the hostage falls for the captor said Dracula.
Exactly! Interjected Astrid before he could say another word. I might be losing my
mind in a sense ,but not love . There is absolutely no way and the only way to
explain these turbulent emotions of mine towards you is insanity. Well Astrid l
guess we can agree to disagree on that one said Dracula. Instantly all the lights in
the club went out to where it was pitch back. Screams could be heard over the
loud music as people tried to make way for the exit. Astrid's eyes were still trying
to adjust to the dark to see where she was going. She couldn't see where Dracula
was but she could hear him calling out her name. Astrid continued to maneuver
among the crowds of people rushing to the front door when she felt someone
grab her arm , yanking her away the entrance. At first she thought it was Dracula
, until a rough callused hand reached over and covered her mouth. The lights
soon after came on and the music went silent. Astrid looked up to see it was
Hector who was grabbing her and holding her close to him. She could see
members of the Ventrue clan lock the doors to the main entrance as the other
vampires guests rushed out. Astrid's screams were muffled by his hand over her
mouth and the more she struggled to break free the harder is grip tightened.
She looked around ,but couldn't see the Count. Where was he and was he behind all of this?
There there Astrid , I thought you would be happy that I rescued you from
the dark lord. Astrid could see Hector reach into his pocket and she instantly look of
sheer terror on her face when she saw what he had in his pocket. Look familiar ?
teased Hector as he waived the syringe with sharp needle in front of her. Count if
I were you I wouldn't take a step closer said Hector as he saw Dracula walk from
behind a pillar next to the entrance. Hector rested the tip of the needle on
Astrid's neck while still restraining her. What is the meaning of this Hector?
Questioned Dracula. He remained still not wanting to provoke Hector. Hector
buried his face in Astrid's hair as he began to laugh hysterically. Did you really
think that we had an alliance ? Did you actually think you could just walk in and
take my place as king of the vampires without a fight? Hector put more pressure
on Astrid's neck with the needle and she winced as it was coming closing to
penetrating her skin. Hector I am more powerful than you'll ever be and if you
believe me to wrong then try me. Also leave Astrid out of this for this is between
you and me. Dracula walked slowly towards Hector taunting him with his icy blue
irises. I told you to stay back! One more step and you can kiss your legacy
goodbye. Hector enough of this let her go hissed Dracula as his fangs began to
elongate. Shut up! You are no position to make demands bellowed Hector. Two
Ventrue clans men appeared on either side of Hector waiting for Hector's
command. Now I'm going to take Astrid back to my Chambers with me and in the
mean time you can get acquainted with David and Chase. Within an instant
Hector vanished with Astrid with him. Dracula spun around looking around to see
where they could've teleported to. The two clans men began to advance upon
Dracula as they changed into their demonic forms.
Hector had taken Astrid back to his home in Milan from she gathered. Hector
ushered Astrid in the front door of his mansion and slammed the door shut
behind them. She never had been to Hector's mansion before and saw he spared
no expense in decorating his home. Just main hall that lead up the marble
staircase had antiques that must have been worth a fortune and almost
everything seemed to be decorated in gold and silver. Astrid could feel a sharp
prick on her back that snapped her back to the reality of why she was her. Follow
me and remember no funny business said Hector as he threatened her with the
needle. Astrid obeyed and followed Hector up the marble staircase. They walked
down a long hallway that was just as decorated or even more than the main
entrance when they came to Hector's Chambers. Hector with his hand motioned
her to go into the room. Before her was a king size bed nestled between two very
large oak side table draws. His room even had a fireplace that was already lite before
they had entered. Hector what is the meaning of this? I thought you wanted to
kill me? Hector opened his cabinet and pulled out of a crystal bottle and two
wine glasses. I'm not sure at this moment what I want to do with you, but I do
have a couple of ideas. Astrid still remained standing next to the door as Hector
handed her a glass filled with blood. Hector sat on the edge of the bed and
Patted to a spot next to him for Astrid to join him. Come Astrid, I'd like to have a
little chat with you. Astrid put the glass up to her nose and sniffed it make sure it
didn't smell funny before downing the glass of blood. I'd rather stand over here
if that is ok? Hector stood up from the edge of the bed making his way over to
Astrid. Astrid slowly began to back up as Hector approached her. She backed into
the door and had her one hand behind her back on the doorknob. Hector wrapped
his arms around her waist and buried his face again in her hair inhaling her sent. I
know you're pregnant with son of the devil's child and that is ok. We can raise it
together and I will love he or she as my own. You're out of your mind Hector!
Astrid saw Hector pushing her straps of her dress to the sides of her shoulders.
His hands were cupping her breasts ,while leaning towards her neck planting wet
kisses on her neck. You have no idea how long I've wanted you Astrid. Arnold was
always in the way and now that he is gone , we can be together forever.
Dracula pinned David against the bar as he furthered his assaults on David. The
remaining clans men tried prying off Dracula's hands from around his neck for
blood began oozing from his neck. Dracula had finished off Chase the other clans
men as he stabbed him in the heart with a spare silver stake that he had on his possession.
Though he was enraged enough to shred David into pieces he needed get the
whereabouts of Hector and Astrid. Now I'm only going to ask you this once,
where are they? David chocked under Dracula's grip on his neck and struggled to
speak. Blood continued to ooze from his neck and now was pouring the sides of
David's mouth. He .. he took her back to his mansion in Milan. Dracula lifted
David off the bar to only then slam him back against the bar causing the wood to
split underneath David. If you value your existence you will take me to his
mansion. David shook his head and Dracula released David. David landed on all
fours on the ground choking on the blood pouring from his mouth. Move !
bellowed Dracula as he walked past David to the entrance of the club. We must
be off to Milan at once.