Disclaimer: Disclaimer: I don't own YuYu Hakusho. I do own Toshiro, Kris, Erin, Kode(pronounced 'Cody'), Sam, and any other vampires in this fanfic. Well, except for one of them. There is one vampire who I do not own.

Notes: Thank you for you guys who are reviewing! You guys are awesome! gives plushies to Rose Whip Lash, KaraKurama, crazy-punk-gurl, Danie, and Lintered And thanks to crazy-punk-girl for the well-wishing. I do feel a lot better now. Oh, and Danie, she won't necessarily be bitten. Thanks for reviewing, you guys!

Well, anyways, there's been a little bit of a change in the story line. For those of you who've read the summary since the second chapter was posted, I've made this fanfic a crossover with Van Helsing. I've been watching that movie recently, and I love it! I have one more thing to say before you continue the fic. Dracula's a bishie!

3. Meet the Folks

"Who are you?" Kris asked. Erin snapped back to reality, and the lady smirked.

"My name is Lady Sarah Carrigan," she said. "Or, it was, until 120 years ago."

"What happened?" Kris asked, curiosity taking over.

"I was a normal girl, living in England. It was 1892. I was a lady of nobility. Then I found an abandoned castle. I moved in, ignoring the warnings of the villagers. They warned of vampires. I thought it was just a silly superstition. But then I found him in my castle. He was extremely handsome, though a little over the top. I loved him. Even after I found out what he really was. I wanted to be with him. So much so that I became like him. Our children thrive in this castle. They have for a hundred years, at least."

"Lady Sarah," Kris asked, "Who are your children?"

"All who live in this castle. And Erin is the eldest."

"You're… you're Erin's mother?"

"Yes. And I fear that my lord would not approve of his eldest son falling in love with someone who is to remain alive. But I like you, Kris. I will not tell him." Kris and Sarah shared a smile. Erin wasn't quite so pleased.

"Mother," he said, "With the subject of my argument with Kode only a few minutes ago, I would say that father knows there's a human here."

"Trust me, big brother. Daddy knows." The voice was female, and sounded young. She sounded about 15, though she was probably a lot older. She was blond, with deep crimson eyes. The girl was sitting in a corner of the room.

"Sam," Erin asked, "How do you know this?" The girl smiled.

"Because, he's on his way to meet this human who's captured your heart. I flew here, because I thought you might like a warning."

"Thank you," Erin said quietly. He turned to Kris. "If you like, I can take you home now." Kris smiled.

"Erin, you're really sweet," she said. "But your father is a vampire. I want to see him. Please, don't take me home just yet." Erin smiled.

"All right. And I'll protect you."

"I don't need you to protect me all the time, Erin." Kris was smiling. "I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself." Everyone heard the door open. "This is it," Kris said, taking a deep breath.

The man in the doorway was very handsome. He had long black hair, which was held back by a black clip. His eyes were dark. He wore all black, like a stereotypical vampire. He had a cloak on, so Kris couldn't see most of his outfit. All she knew was that it was black. Like Sarah had said, he was very handsome. He looked like he was in his mid- to late-twenties. Kris held onto Erin's shoulder. His father was quite intimidating, and there was something all too familiar about him.

"Erin, who is this girl?" he asked. His accent was thick, and Kris couldn't quite place it. Erin stepped forward.

"Her name is Kris," he said. His father smiled.

"She is beautiful. It is a shame she will not join us here." Erin was about to say something, but Kris stopped him. Erin's eyes were filled with terror as Kris stepped in front of him.

"Sir," she said, "it is an honor to meet you." Kris bowed. "You seem very familiar, though I am quite sure I have never met you before. Might I ask what your name is?" Erin's father smirked. Erin had his face hidden by one hand, as though he were embarrassed.

"Very well. I will tell you." Erin's father seemed pleased. "My name is Count Vladimir Dracula." With his accent, it sounded like he had said 'Draculia'. Kris could not find her voice. Her mouth hung slightly open as she stared at the man before her. She was slightly pale. She could place the accent, and she knew who this man was. Finally, she found her voice.

"You're Dracula?" He bowed, quite elegantly. Kris turned to Erin.

"Why didn't you tell me that your father was a legend?" Erin looked at her sadly.

"I thought you would be afraid. Even the bravest Hunters fear the slightest mention of the name 'Dracula'." Kris frowned.

"I don't know anything about these 'Hunters' you keep talking about," she said, "But don't compare me to them. I have a love for the supernatural that is unrivaled, as far as I know. I've studied the legends of Count Dracula since I was ten years old. Vampires are my favorite creatures. Do you really think that I'd be afraid of meeting Dracula in person?" Erin blinked in surprise.

"If I had known all of that, I would have told you," he said. "But there's one thing that you lied about." He smirked. "You are afraid. Not much, but I can see it in your eyes." Kris smirked.

"The fear of embarrassing oneself is quite common, Erin. And it doesn't count as a fear. Not in today's society. I fear nothing."

"Is that so?" Dracula's voice was right behind her. Kris jumped.

"Not fair!" she cried. "You snuck up on me! That's cheating!" Dracula and Erin smirked. Sam was all-out laughing. Kris couldn't help but laugh with them.

"You have no intention of making her your bride?" Dracula asked. Erin blushed slightly.

"I never said that," he told his father. "I have no intention of biting her, but that doesn't mean that I have no intention of making her mine."

"It's not possible," said Sarah. "Not unless you were to become a human."

"There is a way," said Sam. "It's just that no one's ever cared to turn back before. No one knows where it is." Erin looked down at Kris, who was asleep in his arms. She had a contented smile on her face. Erin couldn't help but smile back.

"No matter how long it takes," he said, "I'll find it. I want to be with her."

"I wish you the best of luck, Erin," Sam said.

"Be careful," said Sarah.

"You will need all the luck you can get, if you're going to become human," Dracula said. Erin grinned.

"I don't need luck. I have Kris."

Kris opened her eyes. She was in her room. It was nearly sun-up, and Erin was standing by the window.

"Erin?" she asked. "What are you doing here? Why am I back in my room?"

"Because," Erin said, "There's something I need to find, and I don't want you getting hurt. Besides, I don't know how long I'll be gone."

"Erin, you actually expect me to stay behind?"

"Yes."

"What do you need to find?"

"I can't tell you."

"Why not?"

"It's a surprise."

"I'm coming with you."

"What? You can't come with me!" Erin sighed. "I don't want you getting hurt. And your family would be worried."

"I'll leave them a note."

"No, Kris. That's final." Kris pouted as Erin jumped out the window.

AN: Yeah, yeah, I know it's short. But I've gotta go, and at least you guys get another chapter. Usually, I don't update this quickly. I hope you all enjoy it! Ja ne! Portal-girl