Seras walked into the the deserted warehouse ahead of the soldiers. The Hellsing Organization suspected there was a vampire clan hiding in the building. Seras Victoria had lost enough soldiers in her life and didn't intend on losing any tonight. She was focusing on scanning the area when she felt an arm on her shoulder. It was the Captain. He nearly made the vampire jump out of her skin.

"Oh my God, Captain! You nearly scared me to death. I know I'm technically dead, but please don't scare me like that again!" Seras realized his hand was still on her shoulder and the Captain was staring into her eyes. "What do you think you are doing? Please remove your hand from my shoulder before I break it."

It must have been something in her eyes that told him she meant business, but Pip removed his hand immediately. He grinned nervously at the Police Girl. "Oh, I'm sorry, Seras."

The two didn't have a spare moment to continue their banter, because out of nowhere an army of ghouls launched an attack. A few grabbed Seras from behind, but she easily knocked them off and and shot their heads off with her gun. Pip called his men on his radio to warn them of the danger. He and Seras continued to kill the ghouls. Seras could tell Pip was disgusted by them. She wondered if he found her just as gross. Seras hoped not. Although she would never admit it, she kind of liked the Captain. If only he would stop staring at my chest.

"Okay, Seras we have this area cleared out. We should check out the rest of the building. My men havent' seen anyone but I have a feeling there's a stronger enemy."

"Yes, you're right Captain. Let's check the northern sector of the building." Seras and Pip headed down the hall to scout for freaks. As they walked down the long dark hallway, Seras sensed that something was nearby. She stopped dead in her tracks. The Captain, following close behind her, bumped into her arse, making her drop her Harconnen cannon. She was not happy. Pip's hand was still on her arse.

"Captain, will you please remove your hand from my arse? Are you trying to get me to hurt you?"

Pip removed his hand as he grinned. He hadn't really meant to put it there...or did her? "Awww...Seras. I couldn't help it. Honest, it was an accident."

"An accident? I'll show you what an accident is when I..." Seras raised her arm to smack Pip across the face. She wasn't going to hurt him – much.

Pip grabbed her arm inches from his face. He had a feeling Seras could break his arm, but she didn't fight back. Interesting girl, this Seras Victoria is. "What do you think you are doing, Seras?" Pip moved his body to within inches of the girl's. Damn, she is so cute. I wonder if she would mind if I kissed her. He still held her arm in his hand. Pip tightened his grip and pulled her close to his face. The two stared at each other for moments that seemed to last forever and he grabbed her shoulder with his other hand. Pip put his lips on her mouth and kissed her hard. At first she did nothing. But, after a few moments she started to kiss him back. The Captain was enjoying the kiss until Seras realized what she was doing and pulled away.

"What in the bloody hell do you think you are doing?"

"What I was doing? You were kissing me back, girl."

"I was not. You Captain, can just go to hell!" Seras was blushing now, embarassed by the kiss.

Their arguement was cut short by one of Pip's men calling him in the radio. The two hurried to his location. His men were under attack. Funny how life and death put things into perspective for you. Pip and Seras both forgot about their silly arguement and hurried towards the screams of the soldiers.
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As the two of them hurried down the hall, they failed to notice the black dog that watched them with six red eyes. As they turned a corner, the hell hound transformed into the vampire known as Alucard. He smirked at the sight of his fledgling and weak human soldier. Well maybe he isn't all that weak...he did make a pass at her. Alucard wasn't jealous as some might think. He had never been the monogomaous type and Seras was more like a daughter then bride to him. This was precisely the reason he would take her virginity from her. Alucard didn't mind sharing her with the soldier, but he would the one to claim her viginity.
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Alucard returned to the Hellsing Mansion with only one thought on his mind: Integral. Seeing Seras Victoria and the soldier's clumsy attempt at a kiss reminded him of his Master's impending marriage. If he was going to have Integral, it would have to be soon. Alucard was sure Integral would not let him touch her after the wedding. If he was going to bring Integral to bed, it would have to be now.

Integral was at her desk mulling over paperwork. Alucard grinned at the sight of her. Her work ethic was one of the things he liked best about his Master. She pushed her body to its limits, often working past the point of exhaustion. Integral was never lazy – unlike some of his other Masters. She was perfect in every way: beauty, strength, and although she tried to hide it – cruelty. to her enemies. His Master reminded him so much of the other woman he had desired. Mina had slipped through his fingers. That won't happen this time.

"Good evening, Master. The mission is completed. All targets were silenced."

"Hello, Alucard. Were there any casualties?"

"Five of the new soldiers were attacked by freaks and Seras had to destroy them. 103 freaks and 52 ghouls were found and destroyed." Alucard watched Integral closely for her reaction. How he loved her reaction at the news of the death of her enemy. Alucard could tell it excited her.

Integral smiled – the mission had gone well overall. The loss of even a few of her men saddened her. She wondered why the taste of victory was always so bittersweet. "Very good, Alucard. And how did Seras perform? Did she use any of her new powers?"

"Seras performed well. There wasn't any enemy strong enough at the warehouse to challenge her new abilities. She took out most of the freaks on her own. The soldiers killed the majority of the ghouls." Alucard walked over to the desk and sat in a seat facing his Master. She looked so very human right now – her fatigue made her look almost frail. It was a look he found alluring and yet it sickened him, as well. Alucard hated weakness. "Master, you should be asleep now. What are you doing up at this hour?"

"I couldn't sleep, Alucard. This new threat concerns me greatly. I thought Incognito had been the last of Millennium. As to what I'm doing? You wouldn't believe me if I told you." Integral chuckled as she looked up at her servant.

Alucard grinned. He enjoyed times like these – when his Master treated him like he something he was not – a human. "Oh please do entertain me, Master."

"Wedding plans, Alucard. I'm making plans for my wedding. It is something usually done by the bride's family. But, my family is gone so it is left to me. I can't believe I'm actually going through with it. I suppose William is a suitable husband and I'm not getting any younger. If I wait any longer I might not be able to produce an heir."

"I don't know why you insist on doing things this way, Master. I could give you my gift and you could control Hellsing for as long as you wished. Don't you worry that your heir may not be as capable of you? What if you and your soldier produce a weak and pathetic offspring? Wouldn't you rather remain and be sure of Hellsing's future? Is that not your duty, Master?"

Integral did not bother responding to Alucard's question. She glared at him and changed the subject. "The day will be here soon. I have to make decisions on the arrangements or I'll end up getting married in a Court Room and there won't be a reception."

Alucard got up from his chair and walked over to stand beside his Master. She eyed him suspiciously. "Master, don't they have professionals that take care of those things? Why do you trouble yourself with the details? There are so many other things that you could be doing." Alucard placed his hand on Integral's shoulder. He could feel her body's warmth through her silk blouse. Alucard longed to touch his Master's bare skin, feel her pulse just below the surface, and taste just a drop of her sweet noble blood. He expected her to push his hand away like always, but this time his Master did not.

"What kind of things would I be doing at this hour, Alucard?" Integral looked at him straight in his eyes. Her gaze was filled with strength, bravery, and chill. It was as if Integral was challenging him with her eyes.

"Oh I can think of many things that are more pleasurable then making plans for a wedding. You don't even desire the man you're going to marry.." The vampire moved behind Integral and began stroking her hair. He slid one of his hands under her long blonde hair and caressed her bare neck. Alucard felt his Master shiver in response to his touch.

"Alucard---I don't think you should…" Integral voice drifted off as Alucard started to massage her neck and shoulders, gently squeezing her flesh between his fingers. The vampire knew all too well what her weaknesses were. It was a very dangerous situation for the Master.

He whispered into her ear, "Time is running out, Integral. You are getting married soon. We need to have our fun now. I don't think your husband would appreciate you coming into my bed once he's made you his wife. I've seen your dreams Integra. I know who it is you desire - and it is not the soldier you are about to marry."

Integral sat motionless for a few minutes considering what her servant was offering. Alucard tempted her body so incredibly well. It took her mind a few minutes to come to its senses. She jumped out of her chair. "No, Alucard – I can not. I must do what is right. How would it look we were to become lovers? My church would persecute me for committing such a sin."

Alucard approached Integral and she walked towards the window. He stood by her side and whispered into her ear, "But Master, don't you know how much fun it is to sin?" He moved his hand lightly across Integral's back, moving it down slowly until he reached her arse. Alucard did not grab her but lightly stroked her bum. He looked into her eyes and could see her body and mind fighting each other. She wanted him too continue his seduction. "And no one would have to know that the very proper Integral Hellsing, acted so improperly with her servant." Alucard did not wait for her response and quickly pulled Integral against his chest. He moved his mouth onto hers as he possessed her lips with with a kiss. Integral tried in vain to stifle a moan from escaping as he continued his assault on her mouth. She had to fight her body from writhing as Alucard caressed every spot inside of her mouth with his long cool tongue. The Master of the vampire cursed under her breath as she felt her body responding to her Servant's assault. His long cool tongue ravaged every spot he touched. He was almost surprised as Integral responded by kissing him back. Alucard had wanted this for many years as he watched his Master become the woman she was now. The vampire was shocked only seconds later, however when he felt something cool and hard pressing onto his head. This was the last thing he expected. It could not end like this, could it? Alucard stopped his assault on his Master and moved a step away from her. She was aiming a gun at his head.

"I said NO, Alucard. Do you not know the meaning of that word? I'm sorry if this interferes for your plans. But, my answer is no. I'm getting married in a few months and you will never touch me like that again. Now please leave, before I pull this trigger and make a mess in the living room. I don't wish to explain to Walter why your blood is all over the carpet."

Alucard backed away – he had to obey his Master's wishes. He was mad as hell at himself for waiting so long, for allowing the human soldier to get so far with his Master, and for allowing himself to be captured so many years ago. There were times that he hated his servitude to the Hellsing family.

"Very well, Master. I only wanted to give you an engagement present. Since you do not want it, I will leave. You know where to find me - if you change your mind."

Integral looked like she was about to explode. "That is not going to happen, Alucard. Good night. I am going to have a cigar and then go to bed --- alone." Integral smirked as she watched Alucard phase through the wall. Damn, bastard.