The purpose part 24 The wedding

Chapter 69

It was beautifully written, no wonder he had won so many prizes. It was describing what vampires were, how they lived, where they lived, where they worked and what happened to them during the years. It mentioned their relationship with the goblins and the fortune they made, but also their relationship with the muggles, how so many of them knew of their existence without breaking the secrecy. A whole chapter was mentioning the vampire laws and the treaties between wizards and vampires. Another about the physical appearance, their powers, and attributes. He liked the part where he was mentioned, being born on the island but raised as a prince, revealing later he was a wizard but had been sired not long after he left Hogwarts. How tragic, for him to lose all his magic. He smirked as he read. He arrived at the last page where Newton was not sure it would be the part he would want modified, for it said the names of renowned vampires and he had mentioned Gellert Grindelwald.

*He is protected by our laws, on top of not been able to do magic. They can't do anything, so I would leave it whole like you wrote it. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that book. I take it you loved the one we lend you, which of course, I will have to take back now.*Said Seth and Danyck took the giant book in his hands.

*Your history is amazing, but what is even more is your story, Mr. Vulken. Your whole childhood is written in those pages, did you know? Even the vampire war with the Flamels, and the treason of the aurors. No wonder you hate them with a passion. I have something to show you…*Said Newton before going into his suitcase.

Sam was curious, holding his cell bars and listening to them. Since Seth had known Sam was imprisoned, he had asked the servants to take care of him too, which Newton had been grateful. Danyck stayed by the door as Seth followed Newton into his suitcase. Again, Seth never could help himself of being impressed by magic, let alone having a whole other world in a suitcase. Newton was by the adult Qilin, who apparently had given birth a few days ago. The baby Qilin went to Seth, looking at him curiously, then back at Newton. It shook it's head, then went back to its mother.

Newton looked at the interaction with fascination.

*Did you know Gellert killed one of these precious creatures, so many years ago? They enhance the sight, the visions… which Gellert used because he was… or is, a seer. Qilins see the very heart of your soul. I thought it would be interesting to see one beside a being such as you.*Said Newton.

The adult Qilin walked near a pond and drank some water, but images started showing in the water, or so Seth thought. He frowned and went to the pond, crouching beside it.

*Do you see something?*Asked Newton curiously.

Seth looked at Newton with confusion, before gazing at the water again.

*I do… I see myself with a crown, the… the crown from Gringotts's vault and I'm… I'm kissing a very young woman with ebony hair and a white dress. My wedding, I suppose.*Said Seth with a sad tone in his voice.

*Why would you not be happy with that prospect?*Asked Newton.

Seth made a growl and blurred the water with his fingers.

*Because that would mean the person I love right now would be dead.*Said Seth angrily.

The baby Qilin went again to Seth and rubbed his head against his hand, his little tail touched the water surface. Seth eyed the pond again and this time he could see himself with jet black hair, eyes, nails, and a leather armor. Blood poured out of his mouth and a wicked smile was on his lips. An older Lucius Malfoy and Gellert Grindelwald stood behind him with their eyes just as black. In the background was a throne and muggle slaves laid at their feet. Seth closed his eyes.

*I am not there either.*Thought Danyck in his mind.

*Do they show only realities, or possibilities?*Asked Seth as he stood up, the vision fading away.

The baby Qilin went again to its mother.

*Realities. That's why it makes them vulnerable to ill intentioned people.*Said Newton.

Seth stayed silent and looked at the Qilins moving around and making weird horse like sounds.

*Are you sure?*Said Seth quietly.

Newton looked at him worryingly.

*Why? Did you see something else? They gave you two visions?*Asked Newton.

Seth looked at Newton with sad eyes.

*I want you to make a magical oath. You tell nothing else than what is already in your book. Nothing about deatheaters, Voldemort, me or Gellert, even if the community might find out on their own. Nothing else… and you can go free. I will do the same with your friend. In that oath, you shall not write, nor use the pensieve or any secret writings to tell about what you saw.* Said Seth as he went close to Newton.

*I wouldn't need to do that. I would not tell Dumbledore. I see how the Qilins acted with you, that's enough for me, but, nevertheless, I understand... and I accept it.* Said Newton as his hand was now waiting for Seth to take.

Seth took his hand and a silver ribbon tightened Newton's wrist before disappearing. Seth removed a wand from his inner pocket and gave it to Newton.

*I authorize Newton Scamander to apparate out of this island for one hour.*Said Seth before he left the suitcase.

When he got out, he repeated again what he had asked for Newton to Sam and he accepted, albeit grudgingly.

*Don't come back in Britain, or I'll kill you if I see you again.*Said Seth in a serious tone as he was squeezing his hand hard.

Sam's heart skipped a beat and he stepped back, realizing he had forgotten who he was talking to. The silver ribbon had tightened around his wrist and faded, binding his words to his magical core. Should either of them talk, they would lose their magic forever. The shock itself could kill them. Their cell doors were left opened, and he left the prison, followed closely by Danyck. A house-elf apparated in front of Sam, startling him.

*Master thinks you should not go in the living room to apparate, and told me to ask you where you want to go?*Said Kodrey.

Newton was out of his suitcase and was taking his things from his cell before placing them in it.

*The… MACU… no, I want to go home. Central park, in New York. Please. Newton?*Said Sam, turning to Newton.

Newton nodded.

*That is fine by me… I'll have the hardest time to explain to my wife my two week absence without an owl.*Said Newton.

Kodrey then took their hands and apparated away.

Chapter 70

*Colpy.* Called Seth and his house-elf named Colpy apparated in a pop.

He bowed so low, he thought he would fall.

*Could you stop doing that? I want you to go to Yaxley's manor, and ask Corban if he feels well enough to attend Malfoy's wedding with me? If so, bring him here.*Said Seth.

*Yes, master, sorry, right away.*Squealed Colpy before disappearing.

Seth had black pants on, but nothing else. He wondered again what he should wear for a wedding. He chose a long-sleeved black shirt, with a dark blue sleeveless jacket without a tie. Merlin knows he hated ties. The jacket went longer than his hips. He stared in the mirror for the longest of time, knowing he should hide his tail, should put socks on and shoes on… Should he tie up his hair? Make a braid like Danyck had made him last time?

*You can't actually go there and look better than Lucius, can you?*Said Corban weakly behind him, appearing in the mirror.

Seth had a chuckle and turned around. Yaxley was wearing a bow tie. A freaking bow tie. He had braided his hair and thought he should do the same. Seth went to him and immediately started attacking his lips with his, burying his fingers in the hair behind his head to bring him the closest possible. Corban's hands went underneath Seth's jacket, touching the warm skin he had craved. Seth pushed his tongue in Corban's mouth who lovingly opened and tasted the whiskey flavor the dark blonde had ben savouring not too long ago. Seth broke the kiss and went to his jawline and nibbled at the ear. He went down his neck, passing his tongue on the skin of his lover, who shivered in pleasure at the touch. He stopped himself, knowing Corban's vulnerability. The deatheater seemed to know, for a resigned sigh parted his lips.

*This will never happen to you again, Corban. I want you to be one with me. I only need that you say yes.*Whispered Seth while caressing his cheek.

His voice had almost broken while he said it.

*Why do I hear a desperation in your voice? Did he… threatened you?*Said Corban.

Seth scoffed and shook his head but thought about the visions and if it meant that he loses him, he'd rather be linked the earliest possible for who knows how long they would have. He looked in Corban's eyes, who now only worry filled them. He let go of him and went to sit on his bed.

*What I did to Voldemort… was make him beg me, so that he would not lose me.*Said Seth.

Surprise hit Corban's face.

*What? Beg? He begged you?!*Said Corban, not believing any word.

*I practically choked and raped him, Corban, for what he did to you. By doing so, I said he could use me to conquer Britain, and made him beg for it.*Said Seth in a low voice.

The deatheater opened and closed his mouth several times, then the tip of his ears went red. Seth smiled, finding cute his embarrassment.

*How did you know?*Asked Corban.

*He actually went to see me… to apologize for the disrespect he had two weeks ago but I thought it was because he hurt or killed you. Perhaps he came for both. When I asked where you were, he said you were fine at your manor, I assumed the rest and he confirmed he had tortured you by asking if I loved you, which I did not deny.*Explained Seth.

*Where… where is he now?*Asked Corban.

*I believe he is sleeping in a comfortable bed, a few rooms away. You should avoid him as much as possible.*Chuckled Seth.

*Right.*Said Corban.

The dark blonde eyed Seth for a moment and went to get socks and black dress shoes as if they had never been worn from his dresser. He looked in several drawers and found the fabric Seth had used for his braid when he went out in Diagon alley. He walked back to Seth and caressed his left foot before placing his sock on. Seth looked at him weirdly as he was doing the same thing to his right foot.

*If you see the Lestrange brothers and Rosier before I do… they saved my life yesterday.*Said Corban as he placed the left shoe and tied the laces.

*Hmph, they probably did because they knew what I would have done.*Said Seth as Corban was lacing the right shoe.

Corban stood up then went over Seth who propped himself on the bed, backing away with his elbows and having Corban hovering over him.

*Tell me what you would have done.*Said Corban before kissing his jawline repetitively.

*His horcruxes would be gone, one after the other. Simple as that.*Said Seth, without thinking.

Corban blinked, moving Seth's face towards him softly with his left hand, his thumb on his bottom lip.

*What? A horcruxe? No, you said it plural… That mother f…(…)*Cursed the deatheater under his breath.

A fire erupted in his eyes, and he kissed Seth even harder than he ever did. His heart ached; his insides burned, and his eyes blurred from the emotions swelling in his stomach. How could he not deeply love that man? No, that vampire who could live eternally, and him by his side if he just… if he just…

*Seth… I want to live eternally with you.*Whispered Corban in a deep breath.

They stared at each other for a moment, taking in the words he had just said, then Seth moved to bring Yaxley underneath him and kissed him again. A tear fell down the man's eye, his heartbeat accelerating. Seth moved his left hand into Corban's hair while the dark blonde hands were pushing on Seth's back in a tight embrace, wanting to feel him the closest as possible. The vampire prince softly broke the kiss and began his descend towards the neck, bringing shivers down his spine. His right hand pulled on the bow tie, removing it from his neck and giving more access. He then passed his tongue on the sweet skin, the artery bulging underneath the flesh.

*Ni mel cin.* Said Seth in Venthyr before sinking his teeth in his neck.

That delightful red liquid of life. Corban tightened his embrace, moving up his hand in Seth's hair. He could feel his own heart pounding hard, his body flaring up as his blood was leaving his system. There was no pain, no fear, no doubt, only the blissful calling of death. Seth would not stop; this time, they both wanted this desperately. Corban closed his eyes as his vision blurred and then slipped into unconsciousness. Seth licked the wound clean and it healed instantly. He caressed the dark blonde's face, passing his thumb on the plump lips. He bit down hard on his tongue, feeling the blood pouring in his mouth, then parted Corban's lips with his, letting the blood flow down his throat. After a few moments, Corban moved his arms and embraced Seth again, tighter than he ever had.

The new childe's thoughts crept up Seth's mind who willingly took all what he was, connecting their very souls forever. The slow heartbeat of Corban resonated in Seth's ears, his magical core burning with power. It was as if their minds were always connected, there was no confusion, no questions and their feelings flowed in each other like rivers to oceans. Their kiss long continued after Seth's tongue had healed. Seth was somehow underneath his Childe now and their lips parted. Icy blue eyes were staring at each other.

*This… this thirst…*Said Corban, breathing harder than he should.

Why shouldn't he just take his blood again?

Reflecting his thoughts, Corban's eyes went black, and he went to Seth's neck, sinking his teeth in it. He couldn't help himself, Seth gasped at the bite, albeit knowing it would hurt a little. Nonetheless, he smiled of contentment, they were one and his very soul seem to finally relax as if it had been waiting for him. His father had told him, he had felt something between them. He didn't even have to tell Corban to stop, their minds were fused in perfect harmony. They kissed again, completely enthralled for each other.

*If we continue like this, we won't attend the wedding.*Said Seth after their lips parted a moment.

They got off the bed and Corban started braiding Seth's hair with a new smile on his face. He could always know how Seth felt now.

*Can you block Danyck, but not me? By curiosity.*Asked Corban.

*Interesting question. I guess I'll have to test that… he is sleeping right now, he had a long night with Vincent.*Said Seth with a small laugh.

Seth placed back the bow tie he hated on Corban and stared in those winterly eyes.

*If you charm the color of your eyes to what they were, a darker blue, no one would know you would be a vampire… not even the ministry, unless they noticed how perfect your skin is now.* Said Seth.

Without even saying a word, Corban's eyes went to a darker blue.

*Transfiguration was always my forte. How convenient.*Said Corban.

Seth frowned as he saw from the corner of his eyes his childe's left arm showing something white. His sleeve had unbuttoned from their earlier action. Seth grabbed his arm and lifted his sleeve up his elbow. The dark mark was white and almost faded. Corban raised his eyebrows in surprise, looking back and forth from his dark mark to Seth.

*Well, aren't you a real savior.*Said Corban as he replaced his sleeve down and buttoned it.

*I can think of a few that would love that idea. Anyway, let's leave.*Said Seth.

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They apparated in front of Malfoy's manor, where white flowers decorated the hedges and fences. The air itself seemed to sparkle and white ribbons were dancing around trees.

*If white represents purity, then I'll go burn my hands if Lucius is a virgin.*Mumbled Seth and Corban repressed a laugh, making a grunt sound.

The decorations made it so the guests would go around the manor and make their way to the immense backyard where no one could lie about magic in the air. An enormous marquee was placed with the names of Lucius and Narcissa on it. Underneath was a real feast, and a majestic cake was in the middle. Seth spotted the wine collection on a far table, and could not wait to taste every single bottle.

*You like wine that much?*Asked Yaxley.

*More recently.*Said Seth.

The yard was filled with dozens of wizards, where a third were from the ministry.

*Did he invite London?*Asked Seth.

Corban looked around and made a sound with his mouth.

*Purebloods. Even my brother is here. You will see quite a few children attending Hogwarts in a few days..*Said Corban.

*You have a brother?*Asked Seth.

*Yes, muggle-haters. Like 95% of people here. I should warn you… apart from the marked, no one knows about you. Vampires are considered lower than wizards, you already know that, you will see it worse here.*Said Yaxley.

They were greeted by Medusa Malfoy, Lucius's mother.

*Mr. Vulken! I am so happy to see you, welcome to Malfoy's manor, I really hope you enjoy your stay. Lord Yaxley, thank you for coming, you look amazing.*Said Medusa, beaming.

Seth took her hand and kissed it. She blushed and waved her free hand in front of her face like a fan.

*You know, I'm technically a muggle-born.*Thought Seth.

*I know that. Does that make you any less powerful?*Responded Corban in thoughts.

Seth made a mental snort.

Medusa introduced Seth to many. Even if they followed the pure-blood etiquette, being polite and all, Seth could feel their disgust behind their words. Only a few among the Blacks knew about him and it showed.

*Brother, able to stand up?*Said Simply Callum Yaxley, before making a sneer at Seth and turning away.

*His daughter, Rosanne, is starting Hogwarts. Same as Regulus over there.*Said Yaxley as he pointed to a black haired boy.

*So much brotherly love.*Said Seth and Corban shrugged.

He met the minister, Eugenia Jenkins, along with a few aurors, like Kingsley Shacklebot and recognizing Andromeda Tonks, Bellatrix's sister. There were two others beside them, looking rather fierce.

*Longbottoms, I'm sure they suspect some of us as deatheaters.*Thought Corban.

Danyck had woken up alone, Vincent had left, and his thoughts had trailed to Seth's surroundings.

*Someone is with you… wait, is that Yaxley?*Thought Danyck.

*It is.*Thought Seth.

*Well, this is weird as hell, I can hear your thoughts, and somehow Danyck, like a blur, through you.*Thought Corban.

Seth hummed and repeated the same with the minister, kissing her hand.

*I believe we have two vampires in the ministry, don't we? Vincent and Brian, yes? I also wanted to personally thank you for the generous donations for the department of mysteries and regulation of creatures and beasts.*Said Eugenia.

*It is my pleasure; you will find that vampires can contribute a lot for the wizarding community. I also would love to be in touch with the school board governors. Newton Scamander wants to publish a new book that would need their approval, ideally before school starts.*Said Seth with a most suave voice.

*A book? About?* Asked Eugenia with raised eyebrows.

*Vampires.*Said Seth with a courteous smile.

*Oh… Well, the one that approves school material is named Damocles Rowle, send him an owl and the book, he will look into it. I may not guarantee it will be ready for the start of school, but surely before winter.*Said the minister.

*Thank you, Minister.*Said Seth.

The vampire prince had had enough, after seeing what would be the entire guests, he made his way to the wine supply and promptly served himself a glass of wine, which he gulped entirely, and poured another glass. Corban had stayed with the minister, still making conversation.

*Emptying my supply, Mr. Vulken?*Said Lucius's voice behind him.

*A very good supply, Lucius.*Said Seth, almost emptying his second glass.

*Yaxley seems rather well enough to stand. I'm surprised to see him here today.*Said Lucius with a glint in his eyes.

*I was… tortured because he repeated everything between you, him and Gellert to the Dark lord. I remember I wanted to curse him if I got tortured.*Thought Yaxley.

Seth narrowed his eyes and went dangerously close to the blonde. From the Qilin's vision, he would likely make Lucius his childe, but not for many years and he understood why. He was a perfect loyal deatheater to the bone as of now. So young… but far from innocent.

*You have some nerves, Lucius. Let's just say you are very lucky it's your wedding day.*Whispered Seth in a menacing voice.

Before he had time to react, Medusa's voice resonated in the air inviting the guests to take place for the wedding ceremony. Seth drank again as he gazed at Lucius going to an arch of flowers. It was absolutely amazing. Each family made like a decorative light with their magic, representing their coat of arms. Even the music seemed magical. Narcissa joined Lucius to the arch of flowers and as the sun was going down and the colors of the sky illuminated the ambiance, they were wed.

It was time for the dance, so the guests parted from the dancing floor, letting Lucius and Narcissa dance for the first song. Then Narcissa danced with her father, and soon the other couples joined them. Seth went to the minister and asked her for a dance. She blushed as she took his arm.

*With pleasure, Mr. Vulken.*Said Eugenia.

They walked to the dance floor when the new song began. The singer had a very suave voice, and it was a waltz. Perfect. Seth led the movements with agility, making her twist and turn in perfect motions. Seth knew right away she could dance amazingly. They were in perfect sync and the guests began to be curious watching them go and soon enough, all eyes were on them, alone on the dance floor. They placed their palms together and turned several times, then Seth made her twist again. Their bodies collided, their legs following instinctive steps, all in rhythm of the music. He felt her heart beating in a steady fast rhythm, as if following the music. Her breaths were fast and sweat started showing on her brow. The song was coming to an end, and he made a move to bend her body backwards, sliding his hand down her leg. His mouth went close to her neck, and he could smell her flowery perfume. He caught a glimpse of fear in her, before he pulled her up, waving the emotion away. She smiled at him, out of breath and he kissed her hand again.

*You are a marvelous dancer.*Said the minister.

He could feel Corban's rising hunger. He may have forgotten this detail. His childe had gone inside the manor and went into an empty room. He thanked the minister and was about to join Corban when Walburga Black stopped him.

*You! Dance with me!*She barked in her rough voice.

*I'm sorry, Mrs. Black, I will come back in a few minutes.*Said Seth and the woman huffed, watching him go in the manor.

Seth did not take time to admire the manor as he went directly into the room upstairs, where Yaxley was. He barely had the time to cast a Muffliato that Corban gripped him and sank his teeth in his neck.

*I miss that already, isn't Rody at the wedding?*Asked Danyck in thoughts.

Seth tried it, he blocked his mind, focusing on him. Like placing a barrier in his mind towards Danyck's soul. He winced as Corban deepened his bite and heard the several gulps.

*Stop.*Said Seth, not knowing if he would hear his thoughts.

Corban removed his fangs and passed his tongue on the wound. He stayed like this for a moment, smelling Seth's aroma and moving his fingers through his hair. His mouth went to Seth's lips, and they kissed tenderly.

*I'm here. Never thought I'd really love blood, or rather your blood that much. I'm sorry I hurt you.*Thought Corban as they kissed passionately, tongues caressing and flicking them on the lips.

They stopped to take a breather. Communicating without the use of their mouths was a rather nice thing. Corban's eyes went to a darker blue before they went back outside. Walburga approached him again and he gladly went to dance with her. It ended the same way as the minister, but she whispered to him she wanted more.

*Go in a room in half an hour.*Whispered Seth in her ear.

Walburga made a small quiet laugh, then went back to join her husband. Seth went back to the wine supply. His ears twitched at the conversations he was hearing all around, mostly about him. He heard Yaxley speak with his niece. A smile covered his lips as he poured himself a glass of wine. Rodolphus went beside him and did the same.

*Oh man, I did not know who Bellatrix was. She's fucking crazy. Smart… that I have no doubt, but she's psychotic or something.*Said Rodolphus quietly before gulping entirely his glass of wine.

*Thank you, Rod.*Said Seth simply, knowing he would understand why.

Rodolphus said nothing as he was pouring wine a second time, filling his glass to the brim.

*Did that earn me a favor?*Asked Rodolphus with a serious face.

A moment of silence passed, and Seth looked at him curiously.

*What could you possibly want?*Asked Seth.

Rodolphus emptied his second glass, as if he was bringing up some hidden courage. He looked around to see if anyone was listening, then stared directly at the vampire prince.

*I want your blood. I had… Dan's… I remember clearly what it did, and now I realize what happened when… when the Dark lord lost a duel against you and ordered us to leave, we eventually came back, and suddenly he was able to go as fast as you, among other things.*Whispered Rodolphus.

Seth made a clicking sound with his mouth and passed a finger over Rodolphus's mouth, gently caressing his lips.

*And in what circumstances did you want it? Hmm?*Said Seth as he was now moving his hand to his neck, bringing shivers to the deatheater.

Bellatrix had been watching from afar and walked to them.

*Hey, he's mine, unless you fancy a threesome?*She cackled madly.

Rodolphus rolled his eyes and grabbed his wife by the hand before pulling her away. Seth observed the guests, and it was all the same things. A small laugh, here and there, bows, kisses, money talk. His blood… Rodolphus wanted his blood. He did not fancy the idea of starting something like this. He had burned and killed many in Sanguini's pub years ago.

He finished his glass, then went inside the manor for a certain Mrs. Black. He followed the cinnamon scent he had smelled from her earlier. He noticed it was exactly the same room where Corban had lured him. She cast a quick Muffliato, then eyed Seth from head to toe, biting on her bottom lip.

*Crazy how that nothing we learned at school about vampires looks true. Hell, I only remember doing a 20 centimetres essay on a ten pages informative book about them. It said nothing about the beauty you bear, or is it just you?*Said Walburga, rising her chin proudly.

*That would not be fair, would it? We have to have something to distinguish ourselves from normal humans, right? But, you don't have just any vampire in front of you, Walburga.*Purred Seth as he passed a finger in her neck, bringing her a small shiver.

*So, what Medusa said was true, then? You are the Vampire Prince?*She asked in a breath, her cheeks going red.

Seth smiled as he could feel her heartbeat accelerating. He knew she was letting her guard down, so he closed the gap between them and went for a kiss. She had a surprised moan but did not break it. Her hands slithered behind his back and head while his left went for her dark hair and his right was holding her shoulder. He pushed his tongue into her mouth and tasted that she, too, had been drinking. He removed his tongue, then nibbled at her bottom lip before kissing her jawline.

*I want to know… how that feels.*Said the Black Matriarch as she felt Seth hot breath on her neck.

Seth pulled on her hair, and her head tilted to his left. He flicked his tongue on her skin, numbing her before sinking his teeth in her neck. Her surprised gasp quickly turned into a loud moan. He took the opportunity to feed on her. His new childe had taken more out of him than he thought. She moaned again as he deepened his bite. He was sure she would have wanted him to touch her elsewhere, but he stopped feeding, passing his tongue again to heal the wound.

*Sweet Mother Merlin… I want… more.*She said with a hint of desperation.

*No. You were going to pass out, Mrs. Black.* Said Seth as he let go of her.

*Oh.*She answered, visibly flustered.

*Now you know.*Said Seth before kissing her hand.

Seth left the room, leaving her incomplete. He hoped for Orion Black to be in the mood to satisfy her, but Seth smiled cruelly, knowing perfectly nothing could equal a vampire's kiss. This wedding was just the beginning.

Venthyr meaning.

*Ni mel cin.*

*I love you.*

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