Well, I certainly don't want you to suffer, Abbil, so here's a special update. Enjoy and have fun at camp! Fluff warning! Fluff Warning! (Not a lot though. Don't want to make anyone ill.)

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Chapter 12--New Feelings

Shandra took the first watch then woke Tarion for the second. She went to her bedroll then found for some reason she couldn't get comfortable. She glanced over at Drizzt then came to a decision. Gathering her bedding, she spread it out next to Drizzt's bedroll and laid down. She was asleep in minutes.

Tarion glanced over and couldn't keep from smiling at the sight. We are both insane. I am falling in love with a Drow and you have already fallen for one. Our clan would have a fit, he thought before returning his attention to his watch.

Drizzt took the final watch and watched the sunrise as usual. He heard a noise and didn't even flinch when arms wrapped around his waist. "Good morning, Shandra," he said amused.

"Mmmm, morning," Shandra said. "You're the most handsome thing here."

"Considering all that is here are four horses and Tarion I don't think I'm overly flattered. I'll fix a quick breakfast while you rouse, Tarion," Drizzt said.

Shandra mock-pouted. "You mean I don't get a good morning kiss?" she asked.

"Mind back on business, time for being sappy when we have freed Kylia," Drizzt said.

Reluctantly Shandra released him. "Damn it, you're right," she sighed. She went to get Tarion while Drizzt put together breakfast.

They both knew that right now their feelings would have to be put on hold, at least until they had rescued Kylia. An hour later they were mounted and continuing their journey.

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Kylia jolted awake and looked around wildly. A sigh of relief escaped her when she saw she was alone. A tray of food sat on a table, steam rising from it. Delicious smells assaulted her senses and her mouth watered. Suddenly she was ravenous. Pulling on a robe that laid on the bed, she got up and sat down at the table and began to devour the food. It was delicious and after she was finished she felt much better. She walked over to the window and tried to open the shutters. She was delighted to find they were unlocked and swung open at her touch.

Warm sunlight filled the room, chasing away the chill of the night and Kylia sighed blissfully. She glanced down thoughtfully then shook her head. The ground was to far away for her to jump and she was sure that there were guards posted. She could only wait and pray that Drizzt and the others would arrive soon. Dusk came all to soon. Kylia watched the sky with dread as it darkened. Two hours later there was a click as the door was unlocked. Kylia whirled as Altos entered the room, carrying another tray of food.

"Good evening, my lovely. I brought your evening meal," Altos said and set the tray on the table.

"I am not hungry," Kylia retorted.

"Really? I guess that means I can have my meal now then," Altos smirked. He walked slowly towards her, eyes glowing crimson.

Kylia glared and went to the table. She ate as slowly as she dared, trying to put off the inevitable as long as she could, but finally the food was gone.

Altos moved in and seized her wrist before Kylia could stop him. He dragged her to the bed and sat down, pulling her into his lap. Pulling her head back, he bit down on the hollow of her throat and drank eagerly. He was soon satisfied and pulled his head away. "You are intoxicating, my lovely one. I have changed my mind about the choice I offered. You will become my bride weather you wish it or not," he hissed. "I will not let you escape me into death." He laid her on the bed. "I will not wait much longer for your friends. I no longer care if they see me make you one of us. Soon, my beauty, soon." Altos left the room and locked the door behind him.

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There you go, Abbil, but I'm not sure this won't drive you crazy as well. R/R please!