A Vampire Story
Chapter 16
So It Begins
A/N: OK, I knew this chapter took forever to be posted and I am very sorry I took so long. You see, there are these evil things called the PSSAs in Pennsylvania, and it means that teachers will overload you with work before really hard tests so I have been a little over swamped. But here you go guys just for you!
Damian brought the children to Ron's house after he gave the okay. They were all huddled in one room and looked scared to death. "What's going on Damian?" one of the boys asked. He was about thirteen years old, Damian concluded, and was holding on to a girl fiercely.
He smirked grimly. "Draven found us out. While I was in my wizard guise he touched me. We shared a look into the future I believe, it showed the whereabouts of The Caves. You children will be safe here with my mother, once I bring her here."
"How long will it be? We can't stay here forever, we need to feed." The same boy asked, not even fazed in the slightest that a war was breaking out.
"Young man, you will stay here until it is safe. Sometimes, during the darkest hours, you will need to suffice in not feeding every month as I know all of you children do. You only need to feed every three months yet you seem to take advantage of the humans at The Caves once or twice a month. Things will be tight but you will manage I assure you."
The boy did not say anything about the subject after that. "Sir, will my parents be alright?" he asked gently.
"That of which you speak, I do not know. Your parents are fine fighters though, I do hope that they will be alright." The boy gulped a little. "I am going to have my mother, your queen, stay here with you. I will be back when it is over ok?" Damian said.
They all nodded or voiced their understanding. After Damian had his mother go there, he left.
He materialized into the main hall where everyone was preparing for battle. Damian found his father in the mass number of vampires. "Hey pup- I mean buddy." James said, reminding himself that his son hates being called pup. "What's up, how are the children?"
"They're alright I guess, mum is with them so I think they're safe. Any attacks so far?"
"No, but I'm sure they will be coming soon. We have the humans getting ready too, just so you know." James said quietly.
"Any of the young humans?"
"A few, maybe ten. The others I believe, went with you to Nikolas's house."
Damian nodded and looked around. Indeed, there were some humans. He walked over to one who was known to be Christopher. "Are you ready to battle Chris?" Damian asked gently.
"I suppose, since the king informed me to."
"Do you want to fight for this? As you know after this battle you will probably be turned into a vampire immediately after, or you would have been taken from us by the vampire hunters."
"I'm not really sure if I want to fight. I mean, not to offend the vampires, but I am only twelve Prince."
"I understand. Would you like to be taken to Nikolas's house with my mother, or are you going to fight?"
"I believe I am willing to fight, if it means being turned into a vampire sooner."
Damian smiled grimly. "Good luck in battle then. You really are like your father in many ways you know. He's a great man, it's a good thing he didn't pass that gene of his isn't it?"
Chris smiled. "Yes, it is a rather good thing isn't it? But still, if he had passed the gene I wouldn't be here right now..."
"Your dad recognizes the rules here, you must abide by them and he knows you're in good hands. I am, after all, his best friend's son. He will be coming to help us in battle."
Chris nodded gently. "So I'll get to see him?"
"Yes, and you must avoid Draven at all costs, is that clear child?" Damian said, adopting Dumbledore's tone of voice and dialect.
"Yes, thank you Prince." Chris said finally.
Damian nodded and walked away back over to his father. "When are the wizards supposed to be coming? I can't wait to see Remus!" he exclaimed. He hasn't seen Remus for quite awhile and the only thing he was looking forward to in this battle was seeing his second 'godfather.'
"They should be here any minute now. It's the Order of the Pheonix right?" James said. He was excited as well, he just contained himself a little better than Damian did.
"Yes. I hope I'm not going to be too worn out for this battle. I haven't fought in awhile you know."
James nodded. "I am aware." He wrapped his arms around his son, enveloping his in a hug. "I haven't done this much, I'm sorry for it."
"Don't be, we have all been very busy. What with the potion and all. Oh look, here they come." Damian ran over to Remus and flung his arms around him.
"Remus! I haven't seen you in ages!" he exclaimed.
Remus kissed the top of Damian's head. "I know, I missed you too bud, but we're not here for reconciliation are we?" he said.
"True, but nonetheless, I believe you should see your son."
Remus nodded. "Of course. Where is Christopher?"
Damian pointed out Christopher and after nodding his thanks, Remus headed over to him. He hugged him. "How are you bud?" he murmured in his son's ear.
Chris smiled and hugged him as well. "Better now. I missed you so much dad!" Christopher exclaimed.
"I know, I missed you too, but you need to abide by these rules, even if I do want you home."
Christopher sighed and looked down. "Aren't you like the Prince's godfather?" he asked.
"Yes, but I won't be able to sway his decision of these rules. Anybody who is caught sneaking around must be turned, especially if they have seen something. It's just how it is. I can ask him if I can hang around for your sake if you would like."
Christopher nodded. Remus hugged him a little harder before he let go. "I have to go get ready for battle okay?" he said.
"Okay dad. I'll see you later."
Christopher then turned back to his armor. He was nervous, yes, but now with his dad here, he was able to get past that and fight.
A/N: Alright, very short, I know. But this seemed like a good spot to end it at. Next chapter will be maybe a little bit of battle scene... Maybe well, probably Viktor's side! Until next time! Please hit the review button folks, I'd really appreciate it!
-Dracozchick