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Chapter 46

Claude's POV

I needed to leave the room before I scared her. I can't say that I'm shocked that Pam had to kill the witch. I've had my suspicions from the beginning of this. I knew there had to be more to Amelia leaving and discarding her than she let on. I need to speak with Pam before the night gets too late. I want to know if there is the possibility of others being involved with this. I have a few other calls I need to make before the night is over. I grab my phone and walk out onto the deck.

"Pam, we need to talk. Do you have a minute?"

"I do Claude. I'm not surprised you called. I actually have some information you might be interested in. I spoke with my tech geek the other night."

"Good. I will be there in a moment"

I gather my energy and 'pop' to Fangtasia. She jumps at my sudden appearance. I warned her I was coming.

"Claude! That wasn't a moment! That was 10 seconds!"

"Next time I'll be more specific. What have you found out?"

She gathers up a bunch of phone records and financial paperwork. I quickly read through everything. I'm not one to swear so easily but this situation is getting out of control.

"MOTHER FUCKER! Compton tried to give her an alias using a middle initial? How the hell could we have missed this? Tell me what the tech guy found."

I listen as she tells me about how a million dollars sat in an account for 3 years before any activity takes place. It wasn't until a year ago Compton started buying properties all over the world in Sookie's name and then the money was replenished every time he made a big purchase? Who the hell is he working with?

I listen as she tells me everything this kid told her. I'll admit he's good and found every little trail Compton left but there is still the fact of where the money came from and who the mystery caller is. Fuck! He's working with someone but whom? Is it another greedy monarch? Perhaps Russell Edginton or is it someone worse? The latter is my worst fear. If Niall is behind this, I may have to speak with the Pythoness. Can I bring down my own Grandfather? I push that thought aside, if this should need to be done, I will need proof and lots of it. I can't go accusing a council member without just cause. I hope that the A.P. is looking into this as well.

"Pam, I'm going to take all of this with me. I have to call Mr. Cataliades and Doctor Ludwig tonight before the morning. Are you still planning on coming in two nights?"

"Claude do you want to know what happened with Amelia? Or do you want to check in on Compton?'

"No, if I go downstairs and get one look at that piece of shit, I'll kill him. I still need him alive. Compton being held captive may bring whoever it is that has helped him out of the woodwork. I will wait to hear about Amelia when you arrive to the island. I have a pretty good idea about what she was up to after talking to Sookie and Eric earlier. The way Sookie described her behavior I'm sure it was jealousy?"

I see Pam nod her approval on my thoughts before questioning me again.

"Why do you need Doctor Ludwig? Is Sookie well?"

"She is just fine. I'll let Eric and Sookie explain to you what is going on."

"Claude, I am still being punished?"

"No, Pam. It's something personal between the two of them and it's not my place to speak on their behalf. I will see you soon."

She inclines her head and I 'pop' back to the island. I stay clear of the house to give Eric and Sookie their privacy. Next on my list is to call the Demon in the hope that his Niece has found some valuable information on the properties in Sookie's name.

"Desmond, its Claude, has your Niece found any valuable information for us?"

"Hello Claude. Yes, she has. It appears that Compton set up all the homes with the possibility of the both of them living there. Each house has light tight rooms and is also fully equipped for human habitation as well. But, most importantly, the homes are all set up with some sort of bunker in them. They could both reside there for years secretly and securely. I found this very disturbing."

"This confirms to me that he would have removed her by force if necessary. I think I need to consult council on this. Is there anything else I need to be made aware of before we start selling off the properties?"

I can't help but wonder whose money is behind Compton. If it's Niall then how can he not know what Compton is up to? Could Niall really allow him to take her against her will?

"No, Claude. I will make sure to record all of my Niece's findings with paper and video records so that you could present our findings to the council should you need it."

"Thank you. Please forward me the information. Good night."

We end our call and I take a few minutes to gather my thoughts. This isn't good. I have a lot of work ahead of me before I can call the A.P. on this. At least things are going well for Sookie and the Viking. She has really come along way emotionally. As my thoughts drift towards my cousin, I'm reminded that I also need to call Doctor Ludwig to come and check on Sookie.

"This is Doctor Ludwig."

"Hello Doctor, this is Claude. I was wondering if you could come and check over Sookie tomorrow night."

"Yes Claude, I can do that is she well? I thought when I didn't hear from anyone that they took care of healing the bond themselves and I wasn't needed."

"Yes, they have taken care of healing their bond but, I chose to share a few gifts with her. I would like to have you check her over to confirm mine and Eric's thoughts on how she is doing. I'm sure Sookie will feel better if you confirm this information."

"Is there anything in particular I need to bring with me Claude?"

"Do you have a portable sonogram machine?"

"What are you up to Fairy?"

"All in good time Doctor. You will know all in good time. I'll see you tomorrow night."

"Fine Fairy, but you will need to fill me in on all of this if I'm going to medically treat her."

We say our goodbyes and I'm sure she's frustrated. She hates to be out of the loop. I wander about the beach as my mind races in thought about how I am going to get Sookie what she wants. I need to make sure Compton's life is ended and I need Niall's cooperation to get what I need from the Fairy realm. Niall…. What am I going to do if he's behind this? The A.P. said I would have his magic with or without his consent but did she really mean that. I reflect back on our conversation when she spoke of her new vision of Sookie. She said that if I was expecting others to assist in this matter that it could possibly affect the outcome. Compton was a factor as well. My mind becomes a whirl of endless thoughts of what I can do to get my family what they desire. Can I try and find a way to contact Thomas and beg him for help? The portals are all closed and it could take months before I'm even able to find someone with the ability to open a portal. That's if I can even find someone. Damn it! I have no other choice but to rely on Niall.

Doctor Ludwig's POV

I can't help but wonder what that damn Fairy is up to. He wouldn't have shared his fertility essence with Sookie would he? Niall will kill him for that! Their race is dying off and it sounds as if Claude could have given her this. I know that he cares for her very much but I wonder what is really going on here with all of this. I need to get some answers and quickly 'pop' myself outside of the Pythoness' chambers in hopes that she could meet with me. The last thing I want to do is to piss off the old gal. I patiently wait while her guards announce my presence. After a short while I am lead into her chambers. I bow deeply before she greets me.

"Doctor Ludwig this is pleasant surprise. How may I help you this evening?"

"Thank you for seeing me on such short notice. I apologize for not making an appointment but I have been requested to examine the Telepath. I'm concerned that she has been given a few gifts from her Fairy Cousin and it may raise some questions to the Council."

"I see Doctor. I am aware of the gifts the Telepath was to receive. Why do you feel that the Council would question this?"

"Your highness, Niall sits on the Supreme Council and if his kin gave his fertility essence to a Fairy hybrid would this not be a travesty against their race? It has become more and more difficult for the Fae to conceive. I was concerned that Niall would want retribution for this act."

"To hear this saddens me. Why would Niall deny Sookie such a gift if her Cousin would choose to offer her this? Claude has lived long enough to know if he would want to have children. Sharing of these gifts is a personal choice and does not need the approval of an older family member."

"If I make speak freely, your Grace?"

"Yes, please do Doctor Ludwig."

"Niall doesn't see things that way. In my observation of the situation, He has been withholding information from her. He has never told her about the magic her sparks holds nor has he taught her how to control what she can share with others. He allowed the Viking to bond with her and never explained that his blood held no danger to her. Sookie knew very little about her abilities and the options her magic holds. She was very ill when I met with her and I believe that Niall has neglected her once again."

"Please continue Ludwig."

"I was able to review Sookie's medical records and she had an operation that left her practically unable to conceive a child. If, Niall was aware of this, he could have helped her. He is either neglecting her or does not care if she is a broken woman. Her bond was tied and her spark was nearly drained. She could have died or even worse taken her own life due to her severe depression. Claude has enacted his 'Patriarchal Rights' and is now guiding her. Niall is not known for his compassion when it comes to his kin. He is only concerned with what he thinks is best for them. I know Niall holds a very high position in your Court but I want you to know what others have noticed for some time now."

"Thank you for your concern and I assure you that I have been checking into this as well. Contact me and let me know how the outcome of the Telepath's examination."

She quickly dismisses me and I return home. It will take me a few mere minutes to gather what I need to examine the young girl. I make my way to my desk and begin to jot down some notes before locking away my journal. I have a feeling I'm going to be part of a very magical event.