The next few weeks were chaotic. All because of these twelve guests, or was it thirteen now? Nobody knew for sure. Drake was a nervous wreck. He just had to make a good impression. I took the chance to roll my eyes at him whenever he wasn't looking.
"Would you relax already? For goodness sake! You're driving everyone up the wall. Get a grip on yourself." I commanded Drake, flustered and utterly irritated.
"This has to be perfect. I hear they have some serious talents. They could be very advantageous as members. I really don't think you fully understand, Isabella."
"Oh Drake! You're such a drama queen sometimes. They're probably just a bunch of old hippies who want peace, love, etc. etc. There's no reason to stress. Besides, you know how grouchy you get when you're frustrated. We don't want any outbursts when they're here. Understand?" I knew that he needed me now. Drake was never very good at handling these kinds of situations and he needed me to calm him.
"They're here!" I heard Dominic's musical voice ringing through the house.
"Are you ready?" I asked Drake who was fussing in front of the mirror, fixing the collar of his burgundy shirt. I joined him and looked myself over. Yes, becoming a vampire definitely had its advantages. I was sleek and slender, graceful and sophisticated, my features defined and beautiful, hair voluminous and shiny, skin white and perfect, and eyes grey and piercing. The deep burgundy floor length dress that matched Drake was also very becoming.
"We look great. Let's go, dear." He finally announced and offered me his arm. As usual I took it and we made our way down the corridor and down the grand staircase. The whole coven sat around either on chairs or sofas in the massive living room where our guests were being led.
I glanced at Drake from the corner of my eye. He was so composed now, so calm, carrying an air of authority and pure confidence. He always managed to compose himself minutes before whatever was happening. I turned back to see the guests as we entered the living room. My dead heart almost flipped.