Pairings: 2x1/1x2, 4x3, 6x13

Warnings: biting, blood, gore, vampires, dead body parts, monsters, citrus, AU

Comments: Just a bit of musing turned story

Author's comments:

Helpful Notes: "talking and crap" intercom thingy

Jajajunkcrapstuff mind speech stuff (doesn't feel like finding the technical word )

:muhahahaha: what someone's thinking

EDIT: Just letting you guys know this story's gonna be going through a revamp...eventually...with a different title. This one's gonna get scrapped just don't know when I'll get around to working on it. It'll be after Operation BC though.

Crimson Targets Bloodred Nights 8

"The time for the dark age has come!" Zechs said, speaking to those around, these other dark beast. They weren't as powerful as him, not even close; but they were masters and they followed him as others would. All of them were in the chamber below the castle. Up until then, the only one who had been allowed inside was Zechs himself and his pet. The door had been blocked by a powerful voice that, at a single touch by any other vampire, would turn them to dust instantly. But now, it was open to them, though they appeared to be uncomfortable with the knowledge of entering a room where just the door alone could have killed them.

The glowing red symbol was at the center of the room, shining more brightly than it had before. There wasn't much else in this room, aside from the vampires that lined the walls around the symbol to watch the ceremony. If this worked out, then the world would be put into an eternal darkness.

"The time has come," Zechs repeated, looking around again at those that had gathered for this event. "The world shall know fear. Those who have ever marked me behind my back...shall know to watch theirs in return forever." He noticed a few vampires shifting their feet, knew that there were those that didn't believe his power. He would show them though. "Once the last virgin has been slain and her blood spilled onto the sacred markings, that is when he will appear, our great master. He is closer to the fallen angel Lucifer than anyone else, because he is his son...and he will opens the gates to never-ending darkness!" He heard a few words of approval and smirked before he turned around looking at Treize. "Bring her."

The doors were opened, and a girl was pushed in from the antechambers. She stumbled slightly, her hands tied behind her back and her eyes blindfolded. Yes she was a lovely girl...probably 16, maybe younger, maybe older. It was hard to tell these days by the use of makeup. Zechs could tell she was scared, he could smell it on her. He liked it. "Bring her to me." At his words, Treize grabbed hold of one of the girl's arms and pulled her towards his master. The girl was struggling now, panicking and screaming out. When they were close enough, Zechs lifted a hand and smacked it across the girl's face sending her falling to the ground, her screams ceasing.

"I must say, for a virgin, she has a powerful lung and strong blood. This should work well." He kneeled down and grabbed the girl by her neck using it to pull her to her feet. "Have you ever wondered what the meaning of your life was? Have you ever asked yourself, why am I here?" Zechs could feel her trembling under his gripped and his tightened his hand, gaining bliss from the sound of her struggling breath.

Give her more fear, more pain!

Quickly, Zechs reached up removing the blindfold from the girl's eyes. Instantly he was stared at by frightened green eyes, wide with terror, tears already spilling free. A beautiful girl, she would have made an interesting vampire with her flowing light brown hair and her lovely red lips the color of blood. "You are going to die for a good cause. Being that you are so pure, I will at least give you a quick dead." Then just as quickly as he had said the words, he squeezed hard and the sound of something snapping was heard. There wasn't another sound to it; the light in the girl's eyes quickly dying out. He hadn't given as much fear as he could have...what did it matter if she was going to die anyway?

Gently he laid her down then untied her arms from the bonds they had been in. Honestly it wasn't necessary considering, but who knew what his pet had been playing with. He grabbed hold of her arm and used his fang like a knife, cutting a slit across one wrist than the other. With that done, he rolled her over onto her stomach and at last rested her hands across the symbol. Instantly it started to absorb the blood from her, making the body whither away and be drained. It was like time sped up for it, this dead virgin.

Zechs stood to his feet, and closed his eyes, listening to the voice in his head. Slowly his hands lifted to the sky, palms facing towards the symbol as he started to speak, repeating the words said to him, though they were not understood. "Tor kladande mia amora. Silcne con tor Dratila! Nei Etentra kladande mia amora. Endestra mon tor Nai sef Destreston." The candles on the walls flickered for a moment before they went out completely. A strong wind passed them by, though from where was unknown. As the darkness around them deepened, Zechs spoke again. "The darkness comes for us. The Dracula's night or night of the Dracula. Let eternal darkness come for us. Eternity among the Living and Dead.' That is what the words translate out to. For Lucifer's son, is out now...and the darkness has come."


Duo glanced up at the ceiling of the building they had been trapped inside of. There was a taste to the air of something forbidden. He liked it…but he also didn't trust it. Something was wrong. He glanced over at Quatre and Trowa and noticed they had sensed it too. A threat was looming over the Earth. It worried Duo though he didn't know if it was for him to be concerned over.

"He's been called to Earth," Quatre said glancing over at Duo.

He? Duo had no idea who he was supposed to be but apparently 'he' was someone that even gave Quatre a sense of anxiety. Trowa, of course, said nothing. He was lucky that his master hadn't cut his tongue out or worse for his disobedience. Duo glanced at the door and saw the light of the sun fading away from the crack under the door. It would have been normal if not for the fact that it was supposed to be mid day now, not nighttime.

"And who exactly is he?" Duo asked relenting now to his curiosity.

"He is the dark master of all beings evil. I had read about it in the library back at the castle long ago. But I didn't think it could possibly be true." Quatre stared at Duo and there was actually a slight bit of fear shining in his eyes as he petted Trowa's head.

"And…he is?" Duo wanted to know whom it was that could even spark fear in this present day Quatre.


"The son of Lucifer, Dredmon."

"What!" Wufei stared at Heero in confusion, for a brief second forgetting about the dark beast that were surrounding them or the fact that the sun had suddenly disappeared, the sky being covered over by a dark haze that seemed to be sucking the light away.

Heero, or the being that possessed him, looked over at Wufei with cool, calm eyes, not even giving thought to the beast himself. "Dredmon. His coming into the world can only bring darkness. The time for the Earth to defend itself is now…or else it will be destroyed." He turned just as a shadow dog jumped at him and lifted his hand, resting it on the beast's snout. Just like that, the beast exploded in a light, vaporized. It left Wufei staring before he cursed and moved to stand closer to Heero. Somehow, Heero seemed to have a different type a power, something that gave Wufei the feeling that it'd saved them back when everyone had been kidnapped and taken to the palace. He hated to admit it, but this was his only defense now. Friend turned enemy turned friend temporarily it seemed. He wondered what Heero's feelings for Duo were now.

"Remember how you said light causes shadows?" At Wufei's nod, Heero continued on with what he was saying, his hands coming up again to once more take out another of the shadow beast. "Well when you have enough light, it will completely make all shadow disappear, no matter what." Another monster was shot down and he looked over at Wufei as if waiting for the words to finally click into place.

"You're saying…just drown the suckers in light." Wufei frowned but nodded his head. It was logical reasoning yet how the hell were they supposed to find that much light? Even the sunlight didn't do anything to help them which was already strange enough. If light was supposed to hurt the beast, then why didn't daylight do anything at all? Maybe the lack of sunlight was causing these strange beasts to appear now. After all, the whole city was dark now.

The streetlights were the only things casting any form of light, and they didn't look like they were going to last very much longer considering how they were flashing in and out like there was some kind of short in the wiring. Could this Dredmon guy be causing all of this! What were they getting themselves into! One thing was for sure, they needed to destroy this devil and fast. "

And just how do you suggest we go about killing them then?" Wufei asked. "Even when we did have sunlight, it still didn't help us at all! And I sure as hell doubt you're going to be able to keep up with your little touch game for long. Hell, I won't even ask how it is you're able to do that at all."

Heero didn't say anything, but as soon as Wufei was about to pester him again for answers, he saw a light starting to surround Heero's body. At first Wufei started to shy away from the light, but seeing the shadow dogs hesitating and not coming closer, he found himself moving to stand right beside Heero. Despite his current hatred over the other, right now he was depending on him to be his savior. And maybe that stung him a little too much, to know he needed the help of a vampire or whatever the hell he was to survive.

As a shot of light flew from the glow around Heero's body, the shadow dogs hesitantly backed away and growled, their tongue lolling around dripping wet with that dark drool. Whatever this power was Heero possessed, the shadow dogs didn't seem to be absorbing it like the others. It was almost like they noticed it as well as they backed away just as another of their kind was shot down by the light, instantly disappearing into nothing. That seemed to be enough for them to turn and run away, each sending their own form of a glare back at the two males before running off down the street.

"It worked!" Wufei yelled out, temporarily forgetful of his anger towards Heero or his anger at the loss of his friend Sally Po. Moving forward slightly, he seemed to get his confidence back quickly as he started yelling things after the retreating bastards. "You cowards! Are you running away now! You want to kill everyone so bad but now you're just running away!" He laughed at that, watching until the beasts were gone from his sight before turning around. "Well we showed those beast." He was grinning like a fool before the grin fell from his face, his eye twitching slightly in irritation. "Heero?" The other finally seemed to look up at him, the glow that was still formed around his body finally disappearing before he stepped back as if he'd been released from a hold on him.

"We have to get going," Heero said, though he was holding at his chest and breathing heavily. Whatever it was he did, it definitely took a lot of him.

"Where are we headed to now?" Wufei asked of him though he was still watching him suspiciously. Something was up with the other one…the last thing he needed was for Heero to turn against him suddenly and kill him.

I'm not going to die until those bastards pay for what they did to Sally!

"I don't know yet," Heero replied. Obviously, he'd come back to himself now. Yes it was definitely the same one now, the clueless, 'I don't have a clue what 's going on but we should probably run' Heero that Wufei had one day befriend and later on grew to hate. But then again he had every right to hate Heero! No one told him to run off and become a slave to those damn vampires nor did they tell him to become a vampire himself! He was just asking for trouble!

"Whatever, I don't care what the hell you do but I'm not sticking around here!" Yet saying those words he didn't move. He knew that if he were to see this through to the end not to mention survive, he'd do better by staying beside Heero. The other had things he himself couldn't have, such as that weird glowing light he used to scare off the shadow beast. Wufei doubted those shadow beast were slow to decide who to kill and who not to kill. Even if he did have a vampire's bite on his neck, he was still human in some ways or else those beasts wouldn't have chased him down…or would they have?

Heero nodded his head slightly. "Then let's head back to the mansion." Wufei was glaring heatedly at Heero but he nodded his head going along with the suggestion. The last thing he needed was to be torn to shreds by the beast. But this was also giving him something else to think about besides Sally's death. Though he might not have been that close to her, it was still sad when someone you knew just suddenly died. Especially when they were being killed by a giant unknown monster that shouldn't even exist.

I should have stayed away…if she had never met me she'd still be alive right now. Curse this blood lust!

"Why are we heading back to the mansion?" He was curious. What reason was there to go back to that dreadful place?

"Because Zechs is there," Heero said easily, though his hand seemed to twitch slightly. Zechs didn't seem to be on his good side either…good. Still, just mentioning that name gave Wufei horrible thoughts, the mark on his neck almost feeling like it was burning as he shivered. This was all Zechs's fault…and Treize too. But he didn't want to completely blame Treize, blaming it on the fact that Zechs had pretty much brainwashed him and confused him into thinking he was a vampire slave born to follow orders and suck blood. "And I have a feeling that whatever's going was caused by Zechs."

"Yeah…sounds like a good place to start to me." Not to mention, it'd give him a chance to kill the bastard. He still had some bullets in his gun, so he'd be able to put them to good use.

"We better get moving. I get the feeling things are going to get worst." Heero glanced back at him as he said those words before he turned and started off at a rapid run heading in the direction of the mansion. Wufei wanted to give a snide remark, but when the other ran away quickly he scowled giving chase.

They were zooming down the street, looking like nothing but a quick blur to any that happened to be paying attention, though most people were taking shelter within their homes, having seen the beast and ran. He couldn't explain why running was giving him such a thrill. Maybe it was the feeling of the wind blowing in his ears that made him so excited. Whatever it was, he wasn't ready to give it up yet. Part of his mind wondered if maybe Heero was just leading him back to the mansion as a feeding prey. But, something was telling Wufei that this was like the old Heero. The old Heero wouldn't do something like that. If he wanted you dead he'd just kill you, simple as that.

"You better not be trying anything!" Wufei yelled up ahead of him, somewhat put down by the fact that Heero was moving much faster than he was. In fact, he seemed to move a lot faster than most vampires Wufei had killed off during his time in the force. And yet he'd been able to stand in front of the sun without a single problem. What kind of beast was he? He wasn't human and he wasn't a vampire…almost like Wufei was. Except, he was completely different. He had all the strength and speed of a full vampire, but he could stand in the sun not to mention create his own light. That was how Wufei described it anyway. But…what could have caused him to pass out in the street like that? Could it have been shock? Could vampires really pass out? That seemed more like a human thing to do.

Why the hell am I thinking about this now! I have to focus on that Dredmon guy! I don't care if he's the devil's spawn or a guy in a devil costume! I'm going to kill him!


"He's heading back to the mansion," Duo said, perking up slightly as he stood in front of the shack. Quatre had complained about the wait, content with having his pet back and now wanting to return home. Yet, with only a bit of argument, he got quiet quickly. Something about the way Duo's eyes shined with anger and a look of death had pushed his protesting to the side. Duo was determined to find his pet and wouldn't let anything get into his way. He'd been devastated to feel how weak his link to Heero had grown. But feeling that sudden pull that was heading in the direction of his home made his heart jump for joy. Was Heero realizing that everything he'd done was wrong and now he wanted to return to his master? Maybe he'd even wait in bed naked with a glass of blood for him. That'd definitely make him very happy though he'd still have to punish him for what he did, making Duo worry like that.

"It's about time," Quatre said resting his hand on his hips. Trowa stood silently at his side, currently more worried about why the sky was so dark suddenly than whether or not his master would punish him worst when they got him. Chances are, Quatre would probably tie him up and starve him to the point of him wanting to die before he got off for this. But Duo wasn't worrying over Trowa right now…right now his concerns were focused on Heero. He seemed to be moving pretty fast…like he was in a panic. It was starting to make Duo worry again. Either Heero really missed him or something was up. He still wanted answers.

"Let's get moving!" Duo yelled as he turned running off down the street. Jumping up onto the top of an old bicycle shop, Duo took off, running and jumping from rooftop to rooftop. He was trying to ignore the ache he felt as he remembered a time in the past where he used to do this with Heero. It'd definitely been fun…though Heero always refused to drink from the innocent. He definitely wore on Duo and as time passed he'd started bringing in people that didn't deserve to live. It made Duo wonder if Heero had drunken any blood lately? He never was big on doing the killing himself, always excepting the blood from Duo instead. A frowned lifted to his lips as he let his thoughts take over. Why was Heero still alive? He was grateful, of course, but how could Heero have lived when the sunlight had no doubt fallen on him? There was no way he should have survived that! And yet, Duo could feel his vibes, though faint, throbbing as if he were still alive.

There was a sudden bad feeling in the pit of Duo's stomach as he frowned, almost stopping on the rooftop at the feeling. He felt like something had just tugged at his connection with Heero. It hadn't hurt but it hadn't been comfortable either. It was way too weak now, meaning it might not last much longer. He was hoping he'd make it to the mansion in time, maybe even reawaken the link anew. Duo didn't like not being able to feel Heero there with him, felt bare without that special feeling that he'd always have Heero beside him. Yet now, something was trying to break them apart, something he didn't like. That feeling tugged at him again and he tugged in return, refusing to let it go. He was not about to lose to this!

Heero, you bastard! You better not break it!

Duo stopped where he was, clenching his eyes shut as he concentrated. He couldn't let this thing win, no matter what! He was not going to lose Heero! And he was not about to let him win in this! Heero should not be allowed to live without him, ever! If he felt otherwise, then maybe he needed to be punished!

As if completely disagreeing, the connection was tugged on again and Duo growled out, doing his best to hold on. What happened next reminded him of a piece of thread snapping after too much strain on it. He felt the connection break…and then he felt nothing. His mind was blank for a moment, eyes shooting open in shock at the emptiness he felt. That feeling of the other was lacking, completely gone now. There was nothing left to hold on to, not a trace. It was as though Heero hadn't ever been close to him…and it actually hurt. For being a nonliving creature, this knowledge…actually hurt. He felt Quatre stopping beside him, heard his taunting words but he ignored them, clenching hand to his chest trying to still the shaking in his body.

His pet was gone! His pet, his lover, his special one and only! He was gone! But he was still alive, right! He could still find him at the mansion!

"Heero!" Duo called out to the night, his teeth baring and his hands clenching at his sides. He was mad, he didn't know why he was so angry! He wanted to find his vampire, and hurt him for making him feel this way! He was determined to get to him! "Heero!" He called the name out again, shaking his head rapidly before he started off again, running with renewed determination! He wasn't even sure if Heero was still heading to the mansion, but if he was then he'd be ready and he'd take care of him by any means necessary. He'd make him suffer for the pains and hardships he was making his master endure!

I'll kill him!


Heero had just come into sight of the palace before his whole body went taunt, a quick and sudden pain appearing before it disappeared just as quickly. He'd felt that his master was coming for him through the connection but now…now there was nothing. Wufei stopped beside him, a frown on his face at he looked at the shocked look on Heero's face. He'd never seen Heero look so shocked before, and it was actually surprising to Heero as well.

"What's wrong?" Wufei asked, almost sounding sincere…or maybe he was. Heero couldn't really tell anymore with his former friend.

"The connection's broken," Heero said glancing over at Wufei, not noticing the slight wetness on his cheek as a tear slid from his eyes. He had…tears. He had tears like a human. He'd also felt the pumping of his heart in his chest…like he was alive. What was going on with his body? And why was he feeling like his heart was being squeezed?

Wufei frowned at him, giving him a look like 'are you serious' before he sighed looking away. "Look, we just have to take care of this guy. Then you can go back to your boyfriend or whatever. All I need you to do is focus on the task at hand, got it?" When Heero didn't say anything he folded his arms over his chest, snorting slightly from their small hiding place in an alleyway across the street from the mansion. "We're in the middle of a war right now. If you let your feelings get in the way, you'll only get yourself, and me, killed. I prefer to live so can you hold off on your feminine moments until later?"

Heero glared at him, narrowing his eyes slightly and looking like he wanted to say something in return. Instead he just nodded his head, turning his eyes away from Wufei as he looked at back at the mansion. Chances are, Duo was still heading towards the mansion. If that was true, than they only had a limited amount of time to take care of this problem before his master got pulled into it. Frankly, he wanted to keep Duo out of harm's way. He didn't want a repeat of what happened when they were up against Dermail. "Whatever happens, just stay close to me," Heero said quietly, only glancing over to see Wufei nodded before he stood up. "Good. Let's go."

"So you're planning on just barging right in?"

"Zechs probably knows we're already here," Heero said quietly. "If nothing else he's probably got guard dogs and minions out on patrol. They could have smelled us from a mile away."

"Good point…I guess." Wufei shook his head, probably debating if Heero was just making this all up just to get him to go inside and cause a big fuss. "But whatever, let's get this over with." Heero nodded his head.

Zechs…if you're really the one causing this…I'll make sure you die….

TBC….

Hehehe after um…several…year? I've finally updated! Go me! Sorry for a loooong delay but I really just got out of this story for a while. But now I think I'm getting back into it. And I don't want to just let it end with um… no ending…besides the ideas are starting to boil up again. So just think of the long pause as um…writer's block, yeah! Yeah, that's what it was! Anyways, sorry for the lack of updates on this story! But I just realized how much I really do love this story…Despite some problems with it.