Author's Note: Happy Halloween! I was bored so I decided to update and try to get 2 reviews for this chapter! Reviews are greatly appreciated. On with the show!
As soon as Alexander entered his room he was overwhelmed with questions from all three brides. He didn't really pay attention, for all he could think about was Vela. Well, he thought her name was Vela, that's what everyone called her at least He was brought back to reality by his mother slightly hitting him on the back of his head. "Well!" Marishka asked, making it sound like a command more than a question. "Well what?" At this all three brides groaned and I received another slap on my head. "Have you decided on your bride?" Aleera asked her son.
Alexander bit his lip, for he knew it would sadden is mother if she found out about Vela. He then felt a presence in the back of his mind. 'Father' he thought. 'Yes, my son?" H heard him say. 'You must tell them of Vela. Your mother will find out anyway.' Alexander still couldn't help but feel sorry for his mother. Obviously Dracula sensed this and thought, 'She'll be fine. In the end she shall be happy for you. 'Tell her!' he commanded. "Her name is Vela. She has green eyes and long blond hair. She is strong, bright, and the most beautiful girl I have ever seen." He blurted out.
Alexander saw a single tear fall down his mother's face. He then hurried over to his mother and said, "I will always be your son." He embraced his mother trying to give her some comfort. "Alexander, we must begin your training for tonight." Dracula said, who was standing in the doorway. He then walked over to Aleera and kissed her, also trying to give comfort. But when he received no reply, he bellowed, "Alexander, NOW!" As they both left, Alexander caught a glimpse of Marishka comforting his mother as she held onto her and Verona wiping the tears that were now flowing like a river down her face.
"Once you find your maiden, you need to surprise her." Dracula instructed his son. "What do you mean by surprise?" Alexander questioned his father, who was very confused. "If you hadn't interrupted me you would know." Dracula replied, very annoyed. "Sorry." Alexander said ashamed. "As I was saying, surprise her with your charms and cunning moves. For example, when I comforted your mother, she was being bullied by boys about her age. When they weren't looking, I flew her up onto the roof of her house. That's where I planted my trap." Dracula explained. "And she became your bride? That easily?" "Yes, that easily."
Alexander was amazed. "Wow." "It wasn't me saving her, it was a cunningness and charm. Young girls love that as well." Dracula pointed out to his son. "I think I'm ready." Alexander announced. "Not yet." Aleera standing in the doorway surprised the two men. "You need a gift for Vela, don't you?" Aleera said as she walked over to Alexander holding a small box. She gave it to Alexander and watched as he opened it to reveal a diamond ring. "An engagement ring." She said. Alexander embraced his mother, in gratefulness. 'You shall make a wonderful groom." She said as she kissed his forehead. "Good luck, my son." Dracula said as he watched Alexander depart for Transylvania.
"Do you remember, when I first brought you to this castle?" Dracula asked his youngest bride. "Yes, I do. You practically shoved me into the coffin the second I set foot into this castle." Aleera laughed with her master. "Let's relive that, Tonight." He began to lead his bride to the coffin in the middle of the room.
Alexander soared over Transylvania, instantly spotting Vela by her usual spot this time of night, inside the barn. He looked through one of the windows and found her. She was grooming one of the horses looking very content. He then landed in front of the barn doors and made sure he looked presentable ad thought of what he was going to say.
Nervously, Alexander creaked open the door just enough for him to see inside to make sure she was in the same place. She looked so happy as she kissed the horses head and started to lead him back into his stable. Alexander took this as a perfect opportunity. Just as she closed the stable door he said, "Nice night." Vela turned her head towards the mesmerizing voice. She noticed it came from a strange boy standing in the barn door.
Unlike all of the other boys in the village, he has short, black hair and deep blue eyes. She found him very attractive, even though he was probably from the wealthy side of town, judging by his clothes. "Yes, it is." She replied, as she went to go hang the saddle on the wall. When she couldn't do it successfully, Alexander tried to assist her but she pulled back and commented, "I can do it." But after many attempts, he reached a hand over and hooked it over the hook. By doing so, he touched her hand slightly and she blushed, mostly from embarrassment.
Without her knowing, he placed in foot in front if her feet so that if she walked away, she would trip. It was a trick his father taught him. Sure enough, she tripped and he caught her in his arms, breaking her fall. At this she blushed even more, causing him to smirk with amusement. "Are you alright?" he asked, receiving a nod in reply. After setting Vela back on feet, he asked, "May I have the privilege to know your name?" "Yes, it's Vela Lugosi." She replied. "You have a beautiful name." At his comment, Vela blushed.
For an hour they talked and laughed. With each passing minute Vela became more and more fond of this stranger. "Are you from the higher part of town?" she asked him. "You don't know how high..." he answered her question. "It's very strange that I have gotten to know you so well, and yet I don't know your name." Vela asked him as she held is hand. "Alexander..." he replied. "Is there a last name that goes with that?" she asked, chuckling to herself. "Vela, I'm not who you think I am." He commented as he lifted her onto a tall bench, having himself leaning against it. "What do you mean?" she asked, very confused. "My last name is Dracula." He said, reciving a gasp from her. "Vela, I love you and if you love me, it wouldn't matter that I'm..." "A vampire." She finished his sentence. "Alexander, I love you... but how can we be together if your dead?" she asked him. Alexander didn't need to answer, for he knew the perfect solution.
He slowly leaned forward and cupped her chin, "It's very simple." He then passionately kissed her lips. She expected this, for she saw something in his eye that gave it all away. She lightly touched his cheek as he continued to kiss her. When he pulled out, he asked, "Vela, my darling..." She looked up into his icy blue eyes. "Will you be my bride?" he asked, even though he knew her answer. "Yes." She said before capturing his lips once again. H then began to kiss her neck just before sinking his fangs into it. She let out a yelp then went limp in his arms. Alexander then cradled her in his arms and kissed her one last time before starting the journey towards Castle Dracula.