The Visions Chapter 37
Eric awoke shortly before sunset to find Kara nestled further against his chest and Godric stroking her shoulder gently as he lay contently against the goose down pillow. Eric smiled at his maker and reached his hand out to entwine their fingers.
Kara stirred and sighed dreamily. "This feels like heaven" she whispered with her eyes still closed. "I feel so safe".
Eric kissed her forehead and squeeze Godric's hand. "I feel the same way".
"I wish we could stay here forever" Kara said as she finally opened her eyes.
"Unfortunately we must make preparations for New Orleans" Eric replied with a sad sigh. "The tailor will be here shortly for Godric and we need to pack".
"Is there anything I should know about proper etiquette?" Kara asked. "I've never been to any formal vampire event, let alone a coronation".
"I wish there would be time to turn you" Eric mused.
"Why?"
"It would be safer".
"Why are you taking me if you don't think I'll be safe?" Kara asked.
"You are not to be separated" Godric answered for Eric. Eric and Kara both turned to Godric questioning him with their eyes. "I do not know why this must be but with every fiber of my being I know that you should not be parted".
"I will protect you my beauty" Eric assured Kara.
"As will I" Godric added. "I believe I shall accompany you to the coronation".
"I thought you wanted to stay hidden?" Eric questioned.
"Originally I did feel that was the best course of action but now I am compelled to be by your sides".
"I admit that I feel better that we'll all be together" Kara added. "But, I don't want anything bad to happen to you if you come with us".
"Do you see anything ill fated happening?" Eric asked.
"No, I haven't had any visions of anything other than you and Nora laughing together in that room. I just don't want Godric to have to come out before he's ready".
"You do not need to worry after me" Godric said as he reached for Kara's hand. "I assure you that I can care for myself".
"We are going to make quite the entrance" Eric said.
"That we will my child" Godric said laughing.
"So, what about my question on etiquette?" Kara asked again.
"Basically you will need to stay silently at our sides at all times" Eric said. "Do not make eye contact with anyone, do not speak unless directly spoken to and you need to appear submissive".
"You're kidding, right?" Kara asked incredulously.
"Unfortunately he is not kidding" Godric answered. "In vampire society humans are seen as food sources and a lesser species. It would drawn unnecessary attention to ourselves if we treated you as an equal."
"So I basically need to be seen but not heard" Kara clarified.
"That is correct" Eric replied. "Vampires will be able to scent my blood in you, know that you are mine and will not question your attendance at the function. Many vampires will have humans with them".
"For food?"
"Yes, and sex" Eric said.
"Great" Kara said sarcastically with an eye roll.
"If need be, you will address Nora as 'your grace' or 'your majesty' but again do not speak unless spoken to. I will not allow us to be separated" Eric said again.
"We will need to alert Nora that I am joining your party" Godric added. "I do not want to create a scene at her coronation".
Eric whipped out his cell and shot a text at vampire speed to his sister.
"What did you tell her?" Kara inquired.
"That it was imperative that we see her before the installation ceremony and that I was bringing a mutual friend".
Nora promptly replied to be in her chambers before 3 am that night.
"Come we must get ready" Eric said as he climbed out of bed. Kara followed him out on his side and she retreated into her bathroom to shower and change.
Eric texted Pam to inform her that they would need to depart by 9 pm to make the 340 mile trip in time. He also added for her to contact the tailor to bring some ready made suits and a tuxedo that could be altered on the spot for Godric along with shoes in Godric's size.
Godric was first in the shower to be sure he was ready to meet the tailor who would have his work cut out for him if he was going to have them out the door so early.
When the tailor arrived, Eric had him set up his sewing machine and equipment in his office and whirled out of the room to get Godric. With Godric being measure, Eric rushed back into his room and packed his items with vampire speed before showering.
Eric did not linger and quickly showered and dried himself before donning a dark grey pin striped suit, white crisp shirt paired with an ocean blue tie. He pulled black dress shoes from his closet and walked to Kara's room. He knocked before entering but did not wait for a reply. Kara looked up when the door open and Eric smiled at her. She was seated on the bed in a beautiful dark teal slip brushing out her long hair. Her make up was already applied and she looked lovely.
"You look beautiful" Eric said sincerely.
"I'm not even dressed but look at you!" she said as she rose to meet him. She placed her hands flat on his chest and felt the silk fabric under her finger tips. "You really look amazing".
"As do you" Eric insisted.
"I was just going to get into my dress, will you help me zip up the back?"
"I would prefer to take you out of your clothes but I will assist" Eric said with a smirk.
He watched Kara carefully unzip one of the garment bags and pull out a dress the same color as her slip. She stepped into the elegant a-line dress and turned around for Eric to zip up the back. Eric noted that the modest v-neck in the front was mimicked in the back creating a sexy but appropriate silhouette. Kara's waist looked incredibly tiny and the cut of the dress made her curves appear more ample than they were.
"You look perfect" Eric cooed in her ear.
"Thanks" she said with a smile and then reached for a pair of dark silver shoes that paired perfectly with the dress.
"Pam said you would have a trunk to pack the dresses in?"
"Certainly" Eric said and vamped out of the room to fetch the large trunk. He was back before Kara registered he was gone and helped her carefully pack the dresses, undergarments, shoes and her personal items.
"We have one more thing we need to make you look perfect" Eric added as he reached for Kara's elbow and maneuvered her back into his bedroom.
Eric walked to his closet and moved back his shirts to reveal a safe. He always had an eye for jewelry and had acquired some beautiful pieces over the years. He pulled out a diamond choker necklace and matching multi strand bracelet and brought it to Kara.
"Oh my God!" Kara shouted. "Are these real?"
When Eric nodded she added "I can't wear these!"
"You can and you will. You will be the queen's niece after you are turned and you will look the part of royalty this night and always".