chapter 18: Thank God for the Mockingbird

I locked myself in my room, making sure no one would disturb my depressive state. I was laying on my bed, staring into the blood red ceiling. I was sad, angry, betrayed...heartbroken. For one time or another, I have had many crushes on guys, but this was unlike it. I felt loved, for the first time in my life, and then he has the nerve to still have his brides. I was beginning to really...actually...love him. To love a vampire is insane, a pure death sentence. When I was in his arms I felt warm and that I actually belonged somewhere. I really am an accident, this proves it. I might as well kill myself before I cause any kind of harm, or whatever. But I won't do it. I'm not going to just stop fighting, that I can prove that I am actually worth something. I've been doing this for far too long...to have it right infront of me, then it all disappears...no I won't do that.

Lyssa and Laura were outside my door, talking to each other. I wasn't suprised if they were talking about Dracula from two nights ago. They seemed infatuated with him. Well, they can have him...he means nothing to me.

Lyssa: "Whatever happened to that Dracula guy?"

Laura : "I don't know, but he sure was hott."

Lyssa: "I'll say. Have you seen Arielle?"

Laura: "No, but I know she's in her room right now. Can you believe he actually liked her! What does she have?"

Lyssa: "How dare you talk about her that way! She deserves better! After all she's been through!"

After that it was silent. Now I really was angry, and I wanted to take it out on someone. That person being Laura. The revenge will be sweet and satisfing before I once again return to my room. I thought it over for a while. There was an empty room here...and just the thought of her being alone in it, made me evily grin. (Me: Sounds a lot like...we all know who) I came out of my room, all smiles, walking casually down the hallway to downstairs.

Me: "Laura, Lyssa...haven't been out here for a while."

Lyssa: "Where have you been? I've been worried sick."

Me: "Uh..you know...around."

Laura: "Have you seen that guy around anywhere?"

Me: "Yes, upstairs, room 310."

Laura: "Thanks Arielle."

Me: "This oughtta be good."

Lyssa:"What the hell are you talking about?"

Me : "You'll see."

We both heard a scream. Right on que, and I started laughing insanely. Lyssa stared at me like I was crazy, but I payed no mind to her confused daze. laughing was the best thing to make me forget about all that's happened, and I loved the sweet smell of victory and revenge.

Laura: "You think that was funny do you!"

Me:"Of course." I turned stern, and grabbed her by the arm.

Laura: "Ow let go of me!"

Me: "Next time you decide to talk behind my back, and say that I'm not worth anything, you should do it very far away from me or not do it at all!"

I threw her to the ground, her arm a light red. Lyssa and Laura both looked at me, and I could tell they were scared. I smirked and walked away. I could hear their converstation, once again. Maybe this time I'll get a little bit more respect.

Laura: "I didn't know she could get that angry."

Lyssa: "You should never had said that! I don't know why she's friends with you, but i can tell that she's rethinking about leaving you in the dust. You know nothing of her past, and I know she will not tell you anything what-so-ever. What did she do to you anyway?"

Laura: "I don't wanna talk about it."

Lyssa: "Com'on, tell me!"

Laura: "NO!"

Laura stormed to her room and locked it. I could hear her mumbling under her breath and I laughed. Pity, I would have liked to hear what happened, again. I opened the glass doors that led to my balcony. My room was the only one that had one of these, and I was greatful for one. The night was calm, beautiful as ever. The stars were shinning brightly, and I enjoyed the small voices from the nightingales and mockingbirds. They had such a beautiful tune. Everyday seemed to get colder, more winter seasony. As much as I liked it, it seemed very odd for it to suddenly just come. I went back inside my room, and I left the glass doors opened. It was quiet, as it always was. It was strange that Vince and Annabella just left so quickly. They hadn't returned yet.

I was bored now, and i went back to the balcony. Now it was just the Mockingbird singing. It alone was beautiful, peaceful. No wonder why it's a sin to kill one.(it's from To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee) As I stared into the midnight sky, I saw Vince and Annabella coming back to the hotel. Vince was holding something. A piece of pink and white cloth. It reminded me of Dracula's bride, the red headed one. Just the sheer thought of her made me angry, but the mockingbird took all my pain away.

Dracula: "Beautiful night isn't it?"

Me:"Yes it is. Hey! What are you doing here!"

Dracula: "I wanted to see you. I miss you so much."

me: "Liar!"

Dracula: "I haven't had that dream in such a long time...I miss you. I-I can't stand the thought of you not being here with me, or in my dreams."

Me:"You are incapable of love, my dear Count. I don't miss you at all."

Dracula: "You're lying through your teeth, my love. Don't under estimate me on love. I've been trying to tell you how I feel."

Me: "You can't just say it?"

Dracula looked at me, frustrated. The mockingbird interuppted our conversation, and I was happy once more, for now. Dracula stared at me, wondering what I was looking at.

Me: "It's a mockingbird. Isn't it beautiful ?"

Dracula: "It's very lovely. What's that saying again? I've read it somewhere."

Me: "It's a sin to kill a mockingbird."

Dracula: "They got that right, even if I oppose God and every fiber of his spiritual being. It is a wonderful creation."

I giggled, and I could tell Dracula was happy to see me that way. I let him wrap his arms around me, holding me tight. He kissed my forehead, and gently caressed my neck. We both stared into the night, forgetting all our past, our sorrows. It was just us with the mockingbird.

Dracula: "I love you, I know it's a little late, but I do. I would do anything to just have you in my arms."

Me: "I'm speechless."

Dracula: "You're so cute and lovely and..."

Me: "Can't you just say beautiful and worth while?"

Dracula: "Those too. Why are you forgiving me? I thought I hurt you in some way?"

Me: "I had my way of getting my anger out, then I saw those two with something of your brides. You did hurt me in a way..but I can't stay angry with you. I love you too."

Dracula: all stary eyed "I've been waiting for that so long. Who do I have the pleasure of thanking for your sudden lovely change?"

Me:"Just thank the mokingbird for putting me in a good mood."

Dracula:"Thank God for the mockingbird."

With that we kissed under the stary sky, under the silver moon. There was nothing that could seperate us. Only loving each other made us stronger and closer.