Chapter Six
Standing near the entrance of the church was two knights. They were watching all the people go into the church. Then Gabriel noticed that Vladislaus was watching one young woman. He watched her closely. "Is that your angel?" Gabriel said with a sarcastic tone.
Vladislaus didn't move. "That's her. She was the one who cared for me. Isn't she beautiful?"
When she was around, Gabriel could tell that there was something a little different about Vladislaus. "Don't get any ideas my friend, it's forbidden. You know that."
Vladislaus looked at his friend. "Yes I know the laws. My father was the one who made them. Had you forgotten?"
At the same moment Adrieanna noticed the two knight were looking over at them. She grabbed Salean's arm. "I think you have an admirer Salean."
Salean looked over at the two knights. She was shocked to see him. "I thought he would have been gone by now."
"Well, I think they are cute." She paused for a second. "You should invite them to the masquerade! I'm sure the Lord wouldn't mind two more guests."
Salean looked at Adrieanna. "You really think I should?" She looked back at the knight.
Adrieanna smiled. "I'll save you a seat inside." She started to walk up the stairs.
"What, you're not coming with me?" Salean was confused.
"Good luck." Adrieanna walked into the church.
Salean looked over at the knights. The one of who had been teasing her in her dreams. She gracefully walked over to them.
Vladislaus was surprised she came over to them. He stood up quickly. "My lady!" He said with a surprised tone.
She gave him a smile. "My lord. I was surprised to see you were still here. You left in such a hurry before, I didn't get your name." She said looking into his eyes.
"Oh I am sorry my lady." He took her hand. "My name is Vladislaus Dracula." Then kissed it. "I left to find my friend here. This is Lord Gabriel Van Helsing." He stepped back to introduce him.
Gabriel took her hand and kissed it. "It is a pleasure my lady." Gabriel said. "My friend spoke fondly of you."
Both men could see that she was flushed. She looked up and smiled at Vladislaus. "In a week there is going to a masquerade party." The church bells started to chime to start the mass. "I had hope to see you there."
Vladislaus took her soft hand and gently kissed it. His touch to hers was so gentle and sincere. She gave him a smile and walked into the church.
