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It was two weeks before Eric saw Sookie again and although he missed her he knew she was safe with Niall. In the meantime he called his child, Pam, out of hiding and she returned together with Alcide.

Bloody tears of relief ran down her face and she ran into his arms, where he comforted her. Pam was normally cold and quite sarcastic but when it came to her maker it seemed any warmth she held was reserved for him and him only. When Eric turned her they became lovers for many years until her preference for woman had been established, then they became close in a different way and Eric trusted and loved her as his child, beyond all others and showed it by bestowing 45% of the night club Fangtasia to her.

He also welcomed Alcide back as head of security and gave him 50,000 dollars as a thank you for keeping Pam safe. Then together they set about restoring some kind of order to the remaining businesses he held.
All employees that kept faith to him received a bonus, with the one who risked his life by giving him the blood transfusion bag having his bonus tripled. Although he wasn't too pleased to lose two of the businesses and monies to the corrupt Queen Sophie, freedom from harm to Sookie was worth the price.

Eric inspired loyalty because, although he could be ruthless in business, he looked after his staff well and treated them fairly - unlike a lot of vampires. As a human he was a Viking King of a village and had to maintain peace and order as well as being a great warrior. These skills, instilled from a young age, had passed from his human life to the vampire one and helped him when establishing his businesses and also being a sheriff.

He was intelligent, well read and strikingly handsome, with his blond hair and icy blue eyes set within chiselled features. He stood just over 6' 4" and looked every inch the Viking marauder.
Over hundred of years many females, both human and two natured sought to claim the place of being by his side through vampire marriage. Although his sex drive was very high and he had many, many lovers, he had never found anyone he want to stay with for any length of time until he met Sookie.
Now for the first time in his 1000 year life he found he was actually agonizing at her absence and the emotion she raised in him went far beyond his sexual desire for her. He knew then he wanted her as his wedded mate and would do everything he could to achieve that.
At last he got the call that Sookie had returned to her home and as soon as dusk settled he set off to see her.

Sookie learned she was only one eighth Fairy and therefore she wouldn't have all the powers that other fairies had, but she did have the power of creating an orb of light which could stun, push back or even kill another. She spent time developing that power with Claudine until she didn't have to concentrate too hard to produce one.

Claudine was half fairy and grand daughter of Niall together with her twin brother Claude, she was also Fairy Godmother to Sookie. The twins were both gorgeous looking, like so many fairies were, and they ran a successful strip club. Sookie was surprised and also fascinated, glad to hear things about the twins lives chatting well into the night. When she finally went to bed her mind drifted to Eric and she wondered what he was doing and whether he was OK.

The next day Niall called Sookie into his office and asking her to sit then said.
" I have news. First let me tell you that Eric has been released and Bill is now dead. Queen Sophie has was bribed with 750,000 dollars and two of Eric's properties but has signed a document agreeing to ensure you both stay free. Not that I trust her one little bit. Still with someone so corrupt she has made a lot of enemies and my spies inform me that they are gathering momentum.

"She has a black heart that one, and I am not sorry Bill Compton died either. I am so glad Eric's is alive and well." she replied a look of relief showing on her face.

Niall smiled "As for your gift of telepathy, it was bestowed on you as a christening gift by the demon lawyer Mr Cataliades. This was a great honour and as far as I know only a few fairies were ever given that."

"Who is Mr Cataliades and why would he give me this gift Niall?"

"He is the best lawyer that the supernatural world use, including your Eric Northman. You, child, are royalty and your Grandfather Prince Fintan was offered this gift for you, by Mr Cataliades, as befitting your title. The lawyer let me know that he will be contacting you soon to transfer the inheritance to you .
Now child, tomorrow I think it will be time for you to go home. Your Viking is pining for you and the connection between you is strong. He will also need your support in regards to his businesses. We have taught you as much we can regarding your power, use it wisely. I shall be watching over you and if you need me just call out."

The last two weeks had been a bit overwhelming for Sookie but she was glad she now knew what she was and how to use her power. She was also glad though to be getting back home and couldn't wait to see Erik once more.
After arriving home, the next day, she looked round and It felt so good to be back there. She starting unpacking the few groceries she bought on the way, when she got a call from Mr Cataliades asking for a meeting. When he told her the amount of her inheritance she was astounded but wasn't ready to deal with that for now so she agreed to contact him soon.

After preparing and eating supper Sookie had a shower then went downstairs to read a book, when there was a tap on the door. She opened it and there Eric stood.

"Sookie" he said reaching forward, his large hand cupping her chin. He stepped into the house and she held out her arms to him
"I have missed you so much älslking" then started kissing her. He kicked the door shut and picking her up, whilst deepening the kiss, he vamped upstairs and placed her on the bed gently. They both undressed quickly and caressed each other's body until they were ready and made love with a frenzied passion.

As they lay in each others arms Eric stroked her hair and said
"Älslking would you come and stay at my house tonight. It has light-proofed windows, so then we could be together when I sleep."

She had never seen his place and was quite curious so agreed. They got dressed and she packed an overnight bag and set off in his car.