A/N: Jfc this took me so much longer than I wanted to write and get out. I hit a major writers block half way through. I've started this over so many times but I had to get something out after so many of you read this still. Hopefully can keep this creative brain going and get some chapters out quickly. I know this one is p short. Hope you enjoy -eden
Small puffs of condensation escape my mouth into the bitter morning air. Last night was the first sown fall of the season. Unfortunately do to being human- I slept throughout the whole thing. I never really was into snow, as it was cold and wet, but I feel so at peace sitting in this clearing. Letting out a deep sigh I roll my shoulders back and move to get up. However before I could even begin to move a rush of wind blows my hair back and Sulpicia is standing in front of me. Raising an eyebrow at her as she holds out her hand. In turn she lets out a small breath of air in amusement and moves a bit closer. Rolling my eyes I put my hand in hers and allow her to lead me away to wherever she had in mind.
"Do you not feel cold Isabella? You were out there for quiet a bit." Sulpicia asks as we walk through the long hallways.
"Not particularly, the jacket Athenodora let me borrow is doing wonders to help with the cold." I reply pulling the huge jacket closer to my body.
"Well of course it will keep you warm, Mammoths were known for being able to live in cold weather." She replies so casually.
My feet stopped moving as an ice cold feeling hit my veins. What? I mean it's totally possible- they ARE vampires. I don't even know how old they are. I was pulled out of my thoughts when I felt a hand on my jaw.
"Amore I understand that being around very old beings is a quiet terrifying thought, we try and keep our real age out anything, if you could try and think of us as the age we look," not really sure what that means "I know it's a strange thing to ask but it might help."
I let out a soft snort at the look on her face. As if she knows that what's she's asking is kinda of dumb. And it was but I nod anyways. Moving to take her hand we begin to walk again. Conversation seems to flow pretty well between us as we continue to wherever we are going. Sulpicia stops in front of a open archway that leads to the kitchen where a figure stands. Smiling I move away from her to the island in the middle of the kitchen.
"Hello Athenodora, what are you up to?" I ask while moving to stand next to her.
"I am planning our next event, I suppose you would call it a meeting." She replies while moving the papers to let me see.
"Is it wise to have such an event now? I mean someone's trying to overthrow you guys." Tilting my head I glance over at Sulpicia with a confused look.
"Normally yes however coming up is our annual world Council meeting. Unfortunately can't move the dates or it messes up everyone's schedule." She replies while opening the fridge.
I hum looking back at the papers. It appears that the event will be held next week. Honestly it feels weird that they are okay with having an event after such an "event". I look up giving them such a questioning look. Honestly I felt a little uncomfortable with them having so many different vampires around. As if sensing my discomfort Athenodora places a hand on my shoulder and gives it a squeeze. I, in turn, give her a small reassuring smile. Though it feels more forced than anything. She let out a soft snort at the way my face looked, patting my shoulder and moving to sign something.
"Do not worry your pretty little head Isabella. We would never leave you in such a situation. You'll have your own personal guard- Heidi, in fact." Sulpicia said placing a plate of food and a glass of water in front of me.
I blinked then looked up at her. When has she made food? Was I that in my head that I didn't even notice her cooking? Shaking my head I thank her and begin to eat. It was an old Italian dish, which the name of I could not pronounce for the life of me. Unfortunately as fast as it arrived it was gone and the plate was cleared from my sight. I watched as Sulpicia cleaned the plate and put it away to dry. Turning back to me she extended her hand out to me.
"Come let's go to the library."
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The walk to the library was done in silence, the only sound being my breath. I didn't mind it however it gave me time to relax and not have to use my brain. However there was one thing that just never left my brain. Just what was my relationship with these queens? Why were they so comfortable and open around me? And why was I so okay with it? I had given up trying to fight it weeks ago as it was getting tiring. But still it was weird and confusing. Sighing I let my mind wander as we approach the library door. Nodding my head at Sulpicia I move deeper into the room. Knowing exactly where I left my book the last time I was in here. I wasn't at all surprised that it was exactly how I left it. Smiling I pick it up again and get comfy on the couch, beginning to read. I feel Sulpicia move to sit next to me, also reading her own book. Looks like we'll be here for a bit.