Thank you so much for the reviews and I hope you are enjoying the ride so far. Eric doesn't appear in this chapter but will in the next!
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Sookie learns some surprising things about herself
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Another pop sounded and The old man and Sookie landed into what appeared to be a drawing room. She staggered slightly on landing and took another look at the man claiming to be her great grandfather. He was old but extremely handsome still. Quite tall with long golden hair, impeccably dressed and was carrying an ornate cane, which had some strange carvings on it.
Sookie looked round, not knowing where to begin asking all the questions flooding her mind.
He ushered her to a chair, indicating she should sit and said "let me answer some of the things that must be crowding your mind, child. My name is Niall Brigant and my dead son Fintan was your grandfather." He raised his hand to stop her saying anything. "I will explain that later." then suddenly peering at her intently "Do you love your Viking vampire Eric Northman?"
Flushing she stammered "Well I havent known him long but I am happy to be with him" then looked miserable "Well, at least I was until I found out he was in the process of being married to a Queen"
Niall shouted a laugh "Ha! You swallowed that yarn Queen Sophie told you. She was baiting you, he rejected that proposal months ago, outright"
"How do you know? What is this place? Why didn't you rescue Eric too? You have made a mistake Fintan was NOT my grandfather. She felt very vulnerable but also angry.
"I have known Eric for aeons my dear and a plan is in place for his rescue. As vampires go he is an honourable one, ruthless, of course, and yes he was a Viking King when human and it seems he has fallen hard for you. This is my house, totally protected as no one can see it." he chuckled ignoring the Fintan jibe.
"Now as to you." he looked at her eyes twinkling, "You are now 22, part Fae and no longer a virgin."
She gaped and blushed fiercely at the same time "What … How"? but then went silent. She just couldn't begin to imagine how he knew she had given her virginity to Erik. So she chose the less embarrassing questions. "Part Fae ? Is that why I am a telepath? Is Jason Fae too? What is the plan then for Eric?"
"Jason a Fae - I think not" Niall laughed a bit cruelly "I guess he has a very tiny amount which makes women flock to him. He is such a tom-cat. We will get to your telepathy later.
You are of fairy age now my dear and need to release your powers and learn how to use them." he touched her head with his hand and she felt, what seemed like, a cool liquid flow through her body.
"Let us eat now. Claudine, your cousin, will show you to your room after."
"No!" She stamped her foot "I want to know how Erik is going to be rescued."
"Enough!" Niall roared." DO NOT, child, make demands to me. You are far too impetuous and are a grown fairy now. Your behaviour is not becoming for one of our kind." He softened. "your grandmother has done a good job in that your manners are good but that isn't enough.
You cannot go barging around with no plan in mind just because you think something isn't right. You will have to learn some self control and not expect others to risk their lives for you."
Tears slid down her face. Was she really like that, she wondered then acknowledged in her heart that he had a point.
Niall patted her head. "Now dry your tears and let us have some dinner. I promise you my plan is sound and your Viking will be saved, you just have to trust me."
A beautiful, tall woman glided into the room and smiled at Sookie, who was wondering if this was some mad dream. Niall she noticed kept cherry picking answers to her. All in all very frustrating, but she was hungry and for now would go along with him.
The meal was delicious and throughout Niall tried to let her know more about her background. "So firstly let me tell you that you are royal. I am the only King of the fairies left and because you are of my blood that makes you a Princess and also an heiress."
"Fintan bestowed a large sum of money on you, in his will. It was to be released on your coming of age, which now makes you an extremely wealthy woman."
She was stunned "What about Jason, Is he a Prince and has he been left any monies?
"No and neither was your father the fairy gene passed them by. You are the only one showing the Fae spark Sookie and therefore that entitles you to a share in his fortune and also have the title of Princess."
That seemed a little unfair to Sookie so she made a mental note to share some of her inheritance with her brother. "Tell me how can Fintan be my grandfather? I know my Grandmother loved Grandfather dearly and was devastated when he died."
"Yes that was true but Fintan was obsessed with your Grandmother, she was very beautiful in her youth. He disguised himself as your Grandfather and slept with her on many occasions, not very noble of him I agree. He used his fairy magic for that deception."
He saw a look of disgust come over her face. "Fintan I am afraid was used to getting his own way, Sookie and there are no excuses for what he did. I see you also have inherited that trait, and should be aware that sometimes it leads to bad decisions affecting people you care about.
The one good thing that came out of it was your Grandmother conceived, something her husband would not have been able to do as he had an extremely low sperm count. They thought it was a miracle when she became pregnant twice, and having children made them very happy."
A tear trickled down her cheek. Her poor grandparents being so deceived. She was horrified that she could do something that hurt others just to get her own way and resolved to be less selfish in future.
Still better the truth was out now and at least her Grandparents had the comfort of children. Maybe not knowing was the best thing, as it could have destroyed their marriage. What Niall said hit home hard and she resolved to try and think before acting in future.
Neill let her digest that information and said no more, whilst they ate. After dinner finished he looked kindly at her saying "Let Claudine show you to your room. No more questions for now. Tomorrow I will explain what your powers mean and how your came to be a telepath, and also the plan for Eric's release. Goodnight child." and kissed her lightly on her forehead.
Claudine glided upstairs and showed Sookie into a large room. The bedroom looked elegant and attractive with a welcoming fire which was flanked by two cosy looking armchairs. The centrepiece of the room was the large bed. It was adorned with a beautifully woven counterpane. Everything looked opulent and tasteful from the carpets to curtains, but the bedroom also had a warm feel to it.
Sookie was shown the en-suite bathroom which had a lovely sunken bath, but apart from a sink and cupboard there was not much else. "I'll get you some towels." Claudine said. "Tomorrow after Grandfather has explained your powers, perhaps we can get you know one another, cousin." She then left her alone.
Sookie sat down in one of the armchairs and put her head in her hands. So much had happened in the last couple of weeks and learning she was a damned fairy and Princess to boot was a bit too much to take in. Her thoughts went to Eric and she hoped desperately he was OK and also hoped Niall rescued him soon. It seemed strange they were both Royalty, although he looked far more the part than her she mused. She was sure she wouldn't be able to sleep but as soon as her head touched the pillow, sleep washed over her.