To recap (again), Mick and Beth are together. Beth wants to be turned and Mick wants her to. Beth and Josef are married for convenience. Josef and Adriana are in love, though there relationship is a little rocky because Josef is still mortal because of Adriana. (Also, there is no Sara, Josh or Coraline baggage to deal with.)

This chapter is going to bring up a lot of questions. Don't worry they will all be answered, but it is already 9 pages and the expiation will take up most of the next post.

This is 'NC-17.' It has very explicit sexual themes. Frankly, I am a little embarrassed to be writing this!

A great thanks goes out to nightcap. Who beta-ed this and could be removed from the plot enough to correct my spelling and grammar mistakes!!!! Thanks so much for your continued support!!!!

You might want to have some chocolate to eat while reading...

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Blood and Chocolate

Adriana found Rose easy enough. The freshie had been hanging around, trying to figure out what was going on. "Can I talk to you for a minute?" Adriana asked.

"Yes." Rose's voice betrayed her eagerness. She really hated being left out of the loop.

"I was wondering if you could do me another favor? See, we can't trust the Agency anymore, but I don't want to have to close the Clubhouse. With all the excitement the last few nights I don't think it will be too busy, but I am sure there will be some die-hards that show up tonight. I was wondering if you and the girls wouldn't mind looking after the place for me? I can understand if you never what to see the place again," Adriana admitted.

Rose was disappointed, but she didn't refuse. "But without the Agency there will be no guards or coordinator."

"I know, I have called in some of Josef's extra security to work as guards, but I was hoping you would be willing to take on the responsibility of the coordinator."

Rose beamed. A coordinator was a position of high authority and she was honored that Adriana felt her capable of handling the responsibility. "Of course ma'am. I would be honored."

"Great, I will have a limo here for you and the girls a half-hour before dusk. Please be ready by then, and if you need anything, don't hesitate to ask."

Rose smiled and nodded, she thanked Adriana and returned to the freshie wing to inform the girls of their task for the evening.

Josef held the car door for Beth. (Some habits die-hard.) Beth waited for Josef to get in.

"Where are we headed to now?" she asked.

"You mentioned wanting to get food. Then I am taking you to Mick's. I believe you are staying there tonight?" Josef replied.

Beth blushed. Josef grinned. "You really need to get over your inhibitions about sex. You humans are so self-conscious. Mick has the same problem."

"You humans? I believe you mean us humans." Beth was embarrassed by Josef assessment of her, but she wasn't about to let him have the last word.

Josef was silent, but Beth could see him clenching his jaw. Apparently he was refusing to accept his recently found humanity.

The rest of the ride to Mick's was silent. Beth had hit a nerve and Josef was not going to give her the satisfaction of admitting it.

When they pulled up to Mick's, Beth was a little surprised. "Weren't we going to get something to eat?"

"Get Mick to buy you something." Josef reached across her and opened her door. He was obviously annoyed with her. "Don't forget, you have to go pick up my blood result in 24 hours and take them to Dr. Shephard," he said as he motioned for her to get out. Beth exited the car and slammed the door shut. With that Josef revved the engine and pulled away.

Beth bristled. What am I, his courier service? Just because I called him human, doesn't mean he can treat me like that. It's like I called him a dirty name… Yeah, well, take that bastard human.

Beth walked into Mick's building, cursing Josef under her breath. She practically ran into Mick in his hallway.

"Hey," Mick said lovingly, then he looked at the anger in her face. He raised his hand to caress her cheek. "Did everything go okay?"

"No. They wouldn't take my blood because of the transfusion. Now I have to go pick up Josef's blood work and take it to the doctor tomorrow," Beth said. She added, "Bastard," under her breath.

Mick looked at her suspiciously, but didn't ask questions. Josef inspires that kind of reaction from people. It's odd it took this long for her to start cursing him. Mick pulled Beth into a quick hug, then said, "I'll be with you tomorrow."

Beth looked up at Mick and smiled. "Thanks. I didn't mean to be bitchy, but Josef and I didn't stop and pick up anything to eat, so I'm starving. Would you mind if I set my stuff down and slipped out to get a bite to eat?"

"I know how you feel," Mick said, remembering how all this had started. "But I would be offended if you just 'slipped out to get a bite.'"

"What? Why?" Beth asked, confused.

"Because, that would mean you are refusing my invitation to dinner," Mick added with a grin.

"But…" Mick cut Beth off with a kiss.

"Say you'll go out on a real date with me."

"But you don't eat food," Beth protested.

Mick's smile widened. "Thanks to Adriana, I can now enjoy the taste of food. So, I was thinking Prime Rib at Musso's."

Beth returned Mick's smile. Now that she thought of it, Rose had said something about Mick eating a sandwich earlier, too bad she hadn't noticed, but she had been in a rush. "That sounds great, but I'm not dressed for dinner." She doubted her jeans were acceptable attire for Musso's.

"Taken care of. I stopped by your place to see if the Agency had been there. I picked up some of your clothes while I was there. They're on the couch."

Beth smiled at Mick, then asked, "Was my apartment okay?"

Mick looked nervous. He shook his head 'No' and answered, "Sorry Beth, it was trashed. It looks like the Agency knows you survived and they are after you. That's why it's safest if you stay with me. They will expect 'Mrs. Konstan' to be at Josef's."

Beth's smile dropped at the mention of her newly acquired last name. Then she got a wicked grin and asked, "So, I'm your prisoner then? Can't leave your line of sight? What ever shall you do with me?" Beth sauntered towards him, swinging her hips in a very seductive manner. She grinned as Mick's eyes flashed between his normal blue and vampiric pale. She knew just how to bring out the beast within.

Mick grabbed her around the waist and pulled her to him. He allowed his fangs to extend and he grazed them up her neck, causing shivers to run down her spine. "First, we eat, then…" Mick growled within his chest, causing Beth to moan in anticipation.

As soon as he had started, he stopped. His fangs were gone and his face was back to normal. He pulled away from Beth, playfully swatting her on the butt. "Now, go get ready." Beth was disappointed, but they had a whole evening together, Might as well not rush it. Dessert is always sweeter with anticipation.

Josef pulled into his garage. He wasn't mad at Beth, he just didn't want to be reminded of his humanity today. Maybe I should dismiss the freshies? I don't need then right now and I don't want them asking questions.

Josef entered the house and made his way to the freshie wing. The place was deserted, except for the girl who they had rescued from the club. She was still passed out, but her heartbeat had slowed and she was looking healthier.

Josef made his way to the kitchen. He was starving. He now regretted not picking up something to eat. He couldn't have his freshies catch him munching on a sandwich, like they had Mick.

Josef stopped as he entered the kitchen. He was hit with a wave of fragrance. The room smelled of warm vanilla and another smell he could not quite put his finger on.

Adriana stood in the kitchen, watching him. She wore a pair of slacks and a low cut blouse that showed off all her curves. There were candles burning in the living room, making the room glow with warm light. The counter in front of Adriana was filled with an assortment of boxes.

"What's all this?" Josef asked, motioning to the room.

"Just setting the mood. Beth told me you wanted to try chocolate. I wanted the setting to fit the mood," Adriana explained. She picked up a large, dark, chunk of chocolate and beckoned Josef forward.

Josef's feet moved, against his better judgment. The room was inviting and he was hungry and a little intrigued.

Adriana waited for Josef to approach and then she slowly raised the chocolate to his mouth. "Close your eyes," she whispered. "Focus souly on the taste." Josef closed his eyes, and opened his mouth. He trusted her, for some odd reason he knew she would never hurt him.

His mouth exploded with sensations as the chocolate hit his tongue. This is better then blood! Josef greedily swallowed. The velvety smoothness lingering on his tongue only tempted him further.

He opened his eyes and stared at Adriana. She smiled knowingly, "Good isn't it?"

"Devine," was the only description he could think of and even that wasn't accurate.

"It's better if you let it melt on your tongue." She held up another piece.

Josef opened his mouth, but this time he kept his eyes open. Adriana set the chocolate on his tongue. The sensation spread through his body and he closed his eyes allowing the ecstasy to wash over him. He opened his eyes to see Adriana staring at him.

She could see desire smoldering in his eyes. She reached for another piece, but he caught her hand. He raised her fingers to his mouth and slowly, teasingly, sucked each of her fingers, cleaning the chocolate off them.

Adriana's eyes fluttered shut at the feeling of his warm mouth tugging at her fingers. She was lost in the sensation.

When he had finished with her fingers he lifted a piece of chocolate to her lips.

Adriana opened her eyes to meet Josef's smoldering glace. He held a chocolate ball to her lips, urging her to take it. She bit into it, allowing the gooey nugget to flow over her tongue. She closed her eyes and let the chocolate melt in her mouth.

Josef watched as the chocolaty inside gushed over Adriana's lips. She closed her eyes and moaned with pleasure. He couldn't take it anymore. The chocolate sauce on her lips invited him. He leaned in and licked it off her lips, sucking on her bottom lip.

Adriana's eyes flew open and met his. He paused for the briefest of seconds—discarding the half eaten chocolate ball—then he brought a smoldering kiss down to her lips. Adriana opened to him immediately and he could taste the chocolate still lingering in her mouth.

Josef pushed her backwards, till she was pinned against the island. She wrapped her legs around his hips, bringing him closer to her.

Josef could feel her desire, warm and wet, though all their layers of clothing. He growled and pressed against her harder. Adriana groaned and ground her hips into his. They had on far to many clothes, but they would have to break contact to remove them. Right now, that was not an option.

Josef slid his hand up Adriana's thigh, encouraging her to continue thrusting against him. He continued to devour her mouth. Adriana's hands snaked up around his neck and entwined in his hair, holding his mouth to hers.

They were forced to pull back to catch their breath, giving Adriana time to strip Josef of his shirt. She leaned forward and kissed his collarbone, placing wet kisses across his chest to his other shoulder.

Josef, shakily, worked the buttons on her blouse. He got to the last one as she bit down on his collarbone. He ripped the shirt off her, laying her back across the counter. He picked up another chocolate and ran it down her chest between her breasts. The heat of her skin and his hand melted the chocolate on contact, leaving a trail.

Josef smiled wickedly and bent over her. He started at the top and slowly, very slowly, worked his way down. He brought up his hand to massage her breast as he sucked and licked his way towards her stomach.

Adriana moaned, thrusting her hips into his and arching into mouth. He got to her stomach and he started to undo her pants with his free hand. She moaned again as he ran his hand over her panties and placed it on her hip, steadying her thrusts. Impatiently she pulled off her pants and panties, letting them fall to the floor. Josef started to chuckle at her desire, but stopped as the scent of her arousal engulfed him. He couldn't breath. All reasoning and sense left him. He was left only with his primal need. A low growl was caught in his throat and he stood, frozen, his mouth slightly open, his breathing ragged.

Adriana laced her fingers into his hair and guided him down to where she needed him. Josef didn't hesitate, plunging his tongue into her wet core. Adriana moaned and arched her body, fingers still grasping his hair. She threw her head back in pleasure. Josef removed his hand from her hip, thrusting his finger into her. He was rewarded with another moan from Adriana. She raised his hand from her breast and started sucking on his chocolate covered fingers. Josef reveled in the sensation her mouth was creating on him and he repaid her by increasing the rhythm of his fingers working into her. He could feel her heart rate increase. He knew she was close. He teased her clitoris with his tongue—drawing another long moan from her—then he bit down, softly, sucking.

Adriana's body erupted into the most intense climax she had ever felt. She screamed his name and went limp on the counter. Josef felt her inner muscles clamp down around his finger and then his desire to be inside her overpowered him. Josef picked her up off the counter, intending on taking her to the bedroom, but he only made it to the living room.

Adriana was roused from her pleasure when Josef picked her up. She was still shaking from the effects of her previous orgasm, but she slid her hand down and cupped Josef's erection through his pants.

Josef realized he couldn't make it to the bedroom and hurriedly laid her out on the couch. Adriana raised her hand and cupped him again, this time running her hand slowly over the bulge in his pants. Josef hissed in response. She quickly undid his fly and freed him from the confines of his pants and boxers.

Adriana grasped him, before he was able to pin her to the couch. She looked up at him, her eyes burning with desire again. Josef looked down at her as she slipped him into her mouth.

The sensation of her warm, wet mouth on him caused him to thrust forward. She was startled, by his sudden movement, but pleased, that she could affect him in such a way. He was a puppet and she, his master.

Adriana grabbed his hips to keep him from thrusting into her again. Josef laced his fingers into her hair and helped guide her movements. He could feel his stomach tightening and knew he was close. He didn't want it to end like this. He wanted to end inside her. He wanted her to scream and moan his name; he wanted her to surrender fully to him.

Josef was about to pull her away, when she surprised him by taking him fully into her mouth. Josef's body reacted without his consent. He could hear his blood pounding
in his ears as his very essence was sucked from his body by Adriana.

His knees collapsed and he sunk to the floor, panting for breath. He looked into Adriana's face. He eyes shone with lust, pride and love. Josef melted and his heart caught in his chest. He leaned into kiss her. He could taste himself on her lips as he was sure she could taste herself on his. There was smallest hint of chocolate there to.

Josef moaned. His body ached for her, but it was too soon. Adriana broke the kiss and stood up. She offered her hand to Josef, who stood, even though his knees were still weak. She lead him back to the kitchen.

Adriana picked up some more chocolate and Josef followed her lead. She held the chocolate to his mouth and waited for him to do the same. Then they both bit into the others offering. They slowly let it melt in their mouths and swallowed. Then Josef picked up another piece and fed it to Adriana. Again Adriana fed him and then she pulled him into a searing kiss before he had a chance to swallow.

The chocolate sweetened their kiss and deepened Josef desire. He felt himself harden, and was shocked by how fast he had recovered. Adriana seemed to read his mind, "Chocolate is an aphrodisiac." She grinned wickedly, smearing a piece of chocolate over his abs and leaning in to lick it off.

Josef threw his head back and let the sensations of her mouth work their magic on him. Adriana gripped his hardening member, bringing him back to reality. He scooped her up, intending on making it to the bedroom this time. But again he was stopped.

This time he made it to the hall. Adriana ran her own hand down her own body. Josef watched, fascinated, as she moaned under her own ministrations. The moan caused him to harden fully. He backed her into the wall and pressed against her, removing her hands and pinning them above her head. He grinned as she struggled to free herself. In frustration she raised her leg and wrapped it around his back, pulling him to her. Josef groaned as his erection made contact with her warm wetness.

He smashed his lips to hers in a bruising kiss, still holding her hands above her head; he braced himself against the wall with the other hand. Adriana accepted his kiss and ran her tongue along his lips. He opened to her and she matched her tongue with the motion of her hips.

The build-up of friction was taking it toll on both of them and Josef freed Adriana's hands. She wrapped them around his neck and lifted her other leg to wrap around his hip. Josef used all his will to make it to the bedroom, still kissing her. Half way up the stairs, Adriana slipped against Josef. The small amount of friction brought his desire to a rage. With an inhuman bound they were at the top of the stairs.

Not even bothering to close the door Josef laid Adriana on the bed. He climbed on top of her and placed a fleeting, yet urgent kiss to her swollen lips. Then he kissed his way down her neck. He pulled back to look down at her as he slid into her at long last.

He wanted this to go slow, wanted to drag out the pleasure, but their bodies were already so tightly wound, it took all his willpower not to pound into her. He watched the pleasure spread from Adriana's eyes to the rest of her body. She tightened her inner muscles around him, urging him to move.

Josef started a slow rhythm, determined to hold out as long as possible. Adriana closed her eyes and matched his thrusts driving him deeper into her, pushing him to increase his speed.

Their movements increased, Adriana arched upward and moaned. A growl rose from the pit of Josef's stomach. His eyes paled and he felt his impending climax. He wanted to hear Adriana scream his name. He slid his hand between them and ran his thumb over her nub. Adriana gasped and tightened around him. She screamed his name and he felt his fangs extend in male pride.

"I love you," Josef whispered into her ear. And without thinking, he plunged his fangs into her neck. The sweet, slightly metallic, taste of her blood mixed with the chocolate from earlier. His orgasm ripped through his body and he spilled himself into her then fell against her, unable to move.

Adriana reveled in the sensations flowing through her veins. He said it. He said it! then Adriana registered the pain in her neck. He bit me?! But, he's human…isn't he?

She moved slightly and felt his fangs shift in her neck, tearing the vein. He's still feeding! she began to panic and tried to pull away from him. But he grabbed her holding her in place. She felt her energy start to drain. Her body switched to survival mode and started to feed off his energy. She felt herself strengthen with his energy, his vibrance and his passion. Again she tried pulling away from him, not wanting to hurt him.

Josef felt a tugging at his shoulders, but he didn't want to move, he was so comfy, and she was so tasty, so…What the hell! He pulled away from Adriana in surprise. She looked at him, her eyes full of worry.

Josef brought his hand to his mouth and felt his fangs. Their real…it's real…I'm a vampire again. He took a deep breath. He was able to smell everything in the room, right down to Adriana's anxiety.

He looked at her and smiled, showing off his fangs. She returned the smile, weakly, still not sure what had happened. Josef kissed her neck where he had just fed—it had already healed—then he kissed her chin, her cheek, her shoulder…anywhere he could get to, he left kisses. He pulled back looked down again and kissed her gently on the mouth.

Adriana returned his kiss and relaxed. He smiled and pulled back. "I'm back," he said running his tongue over his fangs, grinning from ear to ear.

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