Author Notes - This takes place the day after's Seras' night with Pip. She has to decide who she is going to pledge her loyalties to: Alucard or Integra/Fiona. Thanks to everyone who has reviewed! I appreciate any constructive criticism. After this chapter things will get much darker as Alucard will pay a visit.

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It was bliss – pure bliss waking up in his arms. Seras stretched and yawned and laid her head back down on the Captain's chest. If only she could remain in this position forever…then she would not have to face the inevitable – her showdown with Alucard. That one thought filled her heart with sheer terror. Never in million years would she had thought she would betray her Master. As the police girl lay there enjoying her last few moments of happiness before reality set in; she realized she had to make a choice. It was either loyalty to her Master or her humanity. Alucard was a monster. He didn't always do what was right. Seras was different. Morality still played a big part in her heart and her mind. She couldn't give that up – not for anyone.

The police girl decided she wanted to go for a walk alone to figure out what to do. It was daylight now so she would need to dress for it. Seras dressed for the occasion in all black: leather pants, jersey, leather trench coat, hat, and sunglasses. The vampire couldn't see her reflection in the mirror but knew she must look pretty damn cool. The police girl had always wanted to dress like this in high school but could never quite pull it off. Guess turning into a vampire upped your coolness factor. Seras kissed Pip on the cheek before she walked out the door.

The police girl walked deep into the forest in back of the castle. The trees were thick and provided a good shelter from the sun. She took off her hat – she was hot as hell. Seras listened to the peaceful sounds of the forest: birds chirping, animals scattering about, and a water fall. It was enough to make her not care about the rest of the world – at least for a moment. She walked deeper into the woods to find out where the sound of rushing water was coming from. Finally she saw it and was overwhelmed by it's beauty. The rocks seemed to go on forever with water rushing down over them. Seras sat down on the edge of a rock and closed her eyes, letting the sound of the water ease all of her worries away. She had to figure out what she was going to do.

Seras knew the answer was staring her right in the face – and it was. It just took her a few minutes to formulate it in her mind. She would tell Fiona everything. Seras owed her at least that much. But, one thing she could never do was tell Integra. That would be full out betrayal of her Master. Even if Alucard deserved it, and he did, the police girl could never bring herself be disloyal to him like that. No she would tell Fiona and when Alucard came, and he would, defend Fiona to her death. Seras hoped it wouldn't amount to that, but if it did, she would not hesitate. She did not know Fiona that well but Alucard had destroyed her life once. Seras would do everything in her power to make sure it didn't happen again. And besides, she had promised Pip before he died that she would protect those weaker then herself. It was a promise Seras intended on keeping everyday for as long as she could.

Seras had fallen asleep on some rocks but was awoken in the most pleasant manner – a kiss. Her 'Prince Charming', Pip Bernadette, kissed her softly on the lips pushing his tongue softly into her mouth. Seras reeled in surprise and almost punched him square in the jaw.

"Don't do that!" Seras yelled at him. She had enjoyed the kiss but it nearly scared her to death, well it had scared her at least. The girl was already technically dead.

"I couldn't help myself. The temptation was too great to resist – after last night." Pip grinned at Seras.

Seras blushed. i Why does he have to embarrass me like that?

"So what gives, Police Girl?"

"Well I've decided. I'm going to help Fiona."

Pip looked concerned. If she was going to help Fiona that could only mean…

"And betray my Master." Seras could not believe she said it. Somehow just saying it made all the more ominous.

"Tell me what I can do Seras."

"I don't know Pip but I think…Fiona might. Did you say she had some kind of powers?"

"Yeah, she told she could use witchcraft but wasn't quite a witch or that she was but didn't use them that much."

Seras looked confused. What did the Captain just say? "At any rate we need to talk to Fiona – come up with a plan. Alucard will be coming this evening. We have to be ready."

They all sat down in the living room – the mood was thick tension. No one wanted to speak first. Finally Pip broke the ice.

"Fiona, Seras wants to tell you something." Pip motioned for Seras to start talking.

"Yes I do. Umm it's just I'm not quite errr sure how to say it. Ok here it goes – Fiona, you are in danger. My Master, is coming. It has something to do with what went on between you two 20 years ago. I'm not sure what he has planned but I think it involves you becoming one of his servants, like me."

Fiona smiled. She had known this was coming the moment she laid eyes on Seras Victoria, from the moment Integra Hellsing had called her, and from the moment it had all ended 30 years ago. She had known there would be another battle. Actually, the Wiccan was pleased. Fiona wanted the chance to do battle with Alucard. But, why was his Servant telling her of this? "Seras, I'm kind of confused. Don't you serve Alucard?"

"Well yes in a way I do. But, no not really. He is my Master but since he turned me he's never really been much of one. Sir Integra acts more like a Master then him. I'm not a normal vampire. I don't attack humans. In fact I want to protect them. I'm not sure why. I just don't have it in me to be a predator. My loyalty to Hellsing, Sir Integra means more to me then loyalty to my Master."

"Is that so? I do believe you. I hope you don't betray my trust Seras."

Pip spoke for the vampire. "She won't I can tell you that. Seras tried to save me. She is as loyal as men I've known since they were babies. You can trust her with you life."

"All right Pip. I do. Now tell me Seras how do you know?"

"Well, Alucard asked me for my help. Well not asked, he told me to remove some sort of box that contains an object which prevents him from gaining entrance to the castle. I never told him I would but he thinks I will."

"Ok Seras. I'll tell you were the box is and you can remove it. Just don't destroy it."

"You-you-you're going to let him come?"

"Seras, Pip, it's been a long time. I want my revenge so I can get on with my life. Alucard destroyed everything I cared about in that one day. And why? So he could have me as one of his possessions? My weakness may have gotten me into the situation but my strength will get me out."

"Err ok. Well I will fight by your side Fiona. And Pip he's a ghost so I'm not sure what he can do."

"I can't exactly fight. But, I'll do whatever I can."

Fiona grinned slyly. She knew just the thing Pip could do. The Irish maiden would use him to deliver a message. But, Seras would have to be in the dark – it'd be too dangerous once Alucard arrived. "I have something you can do. Deliver a message. But, you can't tell anyone – not even Seras. This may save her life so it is very important you don't tell"

Pip nodded, "Anything for milady," he said with a bow.

Seras left the room. She needed to clean her guns, fill them with ammo, and prepare. Fiona briefed Pip on his mission. She gave him an address and a letter. All he had to do was deliver it. Fiona told Pip who he was to see and he didn't like it one bit.

"You want me to give this to HIM?"

"Yes. I know, I know, it sounds crazy. But, we used to be friends when we were little. He told me if I ever needed a knight to defend my honour, to give him a call. I'm simply taking him up on his offer."

Pip put the papers in his pocket and left the room. He wanted to say goodbye to Seras but didn't. With the information in his pocket the temptation would be too great to tell her. He yelled out to Fiona as he walked out the door, "Tell Seras I'll be back. And umm….that last night was great."

Fiona smiled. Pip was certainly an interesting character – and a ghost. She had sensed an aura around him but hadn't said anything to Seras or Pip. They probably thought she would've been freaked out by that little bit of news. That didn't matter to her - Fiona could tell by hisaura that he had a pure heart. She only hoped he could get a hold of her old friend.Fionawondered how her freind had made out over the years. She had not seen him in nearly 10 years. Fiona wanted his help, not so much for herself but for Seras. She didn't really care if she died because of Alucard's actions. She was so tired. Tired of being alone and living with the memories and guilt of her sins. Fiona was tired of the guilt she felt everyday for the deaths of her men. She was also sick of the fear. Fiona knew one day he would come again for her. But, she didn't want Seras to sacrifice her life. No if he could prevent Seras from perishing tonight - that is all she wanted. Fiona closed her eyes and prayed to God. She asked for her forgiveness, strength, and to protect Seras and her friend Pip.