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Thank you for all the amazing reviews and support. Here is chapter 21 like I promised and I will try to post this weekend but I can't promise so bare with me guys. I hope you all enjoy BATB tonight like I will. So let's get to the story...

Chapter 21

Vincent told Casey everything with the help of JT who explained the mutating DNA factors. Casey listened and asked questions when she didn't understand. When they were done Catherine looked to Casey.

"Do you understand why this is so important and even dangerous? You knowing puts you in danger Casey. I want to make sure you know that" Catherine told her honestly as she met her eyes.

"I understand completely Cat. I know the risks but honestly I know I can help if given the chance" Casey told her.

"I know you can too Casey" Cat smiled taking her hand and squeezing it.

"Well I guess we will have another room to get ready" JT grinned.

"Wait what?" Casey asked him.

"I mean if you want to. We have tons of room and I am setting up a lab here" JT quickly recovered.

Catherine laughed at JT's awkwardness.

"Really?" Casey asked looking to Catherine.

"If you want it, it's yours" Catherine smiled at her.

"Yes, I would" Casey's accent sent Catherine into laughter.

Casey spent the rest of the morning helping JT with setting up some of the lab. Catherine and Vincent spent the morning curled up on the sofa watching a baseball game. Before Catherine knew the time the day had drifted into late afternoon. Catherine enjoyed the lazy Sunday she was having with Vincent. Catherine climbed from the sofa and Vincent's arms against his protest to make lunch. Vincent laughed as Catherine made her way to the kitchen. Catherine had to admit that making lunch with Vincent was both entertaining and nice. As they finished up the subs Catherine set the table as Casey and JT came in.

"Hey man, when you have time I want to collect some of your blood" JT told Vincent as he sat down at the table Casey following him.

"Sure" Vincent agreed as Catherine took a seat next to him.

"How is the lab coming along?" Catherine asked as she picked up her sandwich.

"Good, we found some old equipment in one of the storage room which will help. Of course we need a few machines but we can actually get those from the lab. They are always getting newer models in and they sell the old ones for real cheap" JT told Catherine.

"Well that is good news" Catherine mumbled as she chewed.

"Oh Casey when were done, I'll show you the room" Catherine told her.

"That is awesome. I think I could be moved in by this week sometime" Casey smiled at her.

"I'll help" JT smiled.

"We all will" Vincent smiled at her.

"Thank you, I appreciate that" Casey tossed a chip in her mouth grinning.

After lunch while Vincent donated blood Catherine busied herself with some computer work before she decided to call her dad. Catherine picked up her phone and dialed.

"Hey Cat, how are you?" Her dad asked his voice cheerful.

"I am good, how are you and Heather?" She asked moving to her bed.

"We are doing well. I was just about to call you and see how the new place is working" Catherine could hear her dad was shuffling something around.

"It's amazing, thank you for the number for the contractors, they did an amazing job" Catherine told him her voice light.

"You sound really good Cat, I think you made the right choice" her dad suddenly said.

"I think so too. I love it here and I even made a new friend who is pretty amazing" Catherine laughed.

"I'm glad honey. I hate to run but I have a business dinner to get too. If you need anything no matter how small you call me" he told her softly.

"I will dad. I love you and Heather both" Catherine said softly.

"I love you too sweetheart" he answered and hung up.

Catherine closed her phone and curled up on her bed. Lucian jumped up and curled up beside her and began to purr.

"You know Lucian you're a lucky cat" Catherine smiled to him.

Catherine smiled as the cat rolled on to his back letting her rub his belly. Catherine let her thoughts run away with her until out of the corner of her eye she saw Vincent leaning against the door frame.

"Hey" he smiled to her stepping away and making his way over to her.

"Hey, you all done?" Catherine asked him as he climbed in the bed beside her.

"Yep, Casey is heading home to grab some clothes and then she will be back later. She wanted me to let you know" Vincent said as he brushed a piece of hair away from her face tucking it behind her ear.

"Oh" Catherine laughed.

"So I was thinking that Saturday we could have a special date" Vincent met her eyes.

Catherine knew exactly what he meant by date. She couldn't help the excitement that came to her stomach.

"I would love that" Catherine whispered to him.

"Great, but also I was wondering" he grinned as he reached behind his back and pulled out a DVD showing it to her.

"An afternoon movie date?" Catherine smiled.

"Yes, and popcorn too" he winked.

"What's the movie?" Catherine asked him.

"Well I know you're not a huge fan of Horror movies so I chose this" Vincent smiled handing it to her. Catherine opened it and smiled.

"Seriously?" Catherine laughed.

"Of course" Vincent chuckled.

"You realize this is a romantic movie right?" Catherine challenged.

"Yes I am aware it's a romantic movie, but I happen to like it, plus it's got action too" Vincent laughed.

"I suppose it does, I can't deny that Ben Affleck is cute" Catherine winked.

"Very funny" Vincent growled.

"You get the popcorn and I'll set the TV up" Catherine grinned.

"Deal" Vincent jumped from the bed and made his way to the kitchen.

Catherine busied herself setting the movie up as well as pulling the curtains closed darkening the room. She fluffed the pillows and grabbed the remotes before settling in and waiting for Vincent. About 5 minutes Vincent came in carrying a tray with popcorn, drinks, and candy. Catherine smiled as he placed everything down and climbed in beside her. Catherine handed him the remotes and curled herself close to him as he hit play. Catherine and Vincent had made it about ten minutes into the movie before Catherine's phone rang. She looked at Vincent and grabbed it. It was a strange number and Catherine debated answering it but thought it might be important. Catherine flipped it open and answered.

"Hello?" she said sweetly.

"Hello Catherine" the voice said.

Catherine knew that voice. Her face froze in fear as if she had heard the devil himself speaking to her. She didn't know how but she looked at Vincent.

"Catherine what's wrong" Vincent asked worried by her expression.

Catherine took a shaky breath trying to form her words until with one fearful breath she answered Vincent and the caller.

"Adam Stark"

So here is the second chapter I promised and I know it's a cliffhanger and its short but don't be too mad. Don't forget to review and tell me what you think. I will try to post this weekend, no promises but I will try. So until next time...