I do not know how I got my self bonded to a two thousand year old vampire and I am not sure I care. I don't know which is scarier either the act itself or my lack of concern. Just looking at him creates a tornado of emotions. I could weep over his beauty and strength. His touch and his voice can equally send shivers or flames through me. Yet I have not known him a whole 24 hours. It feels good, right; I feel complete, content. My intuition has never failed me and I will follow it for now; I can always 'pop' if there is danger. His arms tighten around me as if he heard my thought.

Godric decided it was unacceptable to stay at the hotel so we stayed in one of his homes in Dallas. I am wrapped in his arms now. We lay snuggled together but currently lost in our own thoughts. He wanted to question William but would not leave my side but neither would he have me near William, so he sent Eric to discover what he can. I slip into slumber as my mind tries to understand what my heart has already accepted.

My angel lay peacefully in my arms trying to understand what is happening. I am in awe of her self control. Many people, human or supernatural, tend to rage against what they do not understand or wish to accept, yet she calmly analyzes all that has happened, all she has felt, and all she has done. I can feel her turmoil lesson as she falls asleep.

My emotions are no less tumultuous. My feelings are like an exposed nerve; after going so long without use I am finding this to be an emotional exercise but I like it. The whole experience makes everything brand new to me and that is very hard to do when you are my age. I have experienced everything before yet never these emotions exactly or this intensely. I must keep her by me always and keep her safe. William Compton; I want to know how he keeps finding her. It is almost as if he has had her blood but that is impossible, she would remember and if that is the case then our bond should cut such a feeble thread. I want all the facts then I want him finally dead. Eric will return soon with the some information so I try not to get too lost in the presumed machinations of one Mr. Compton.

I am relieved when Eric finally returns near dawn. He enters my dark and secured lair. He sits in a chair near the bed and just looks at her. I am curious about his thoughts; his emotions have been cycling through our bond.

"Tell me, Eric" I did not need to elaborate.

"I am in awe, master. I am amazed at the differences in you and her both. She has always been very kind to every vampire she has met but it has been her greatest fear to be attacked and either killed, bonded, or turned by a vampire. There are stipulations upon stipulations in her contract master. I am also worried because there will be repercussions, I just do not know to what extent. However, seeing you two together and how you both seem somehow right together…..." my child fumbles through his thoughts.

"There will be no repercussions. It probably would have taken Sookie time to figure out what we are to each other but she would have figured it out. My angel is very clever; I just sped up the whole process. Have you never wondered at the connections we make throughout our existence? Some connections are deep and strong others are weak and frail. Some grow and some diminish. Some start out small and others start out big. A connection one has with their true mate starts out very big, it starts out deep and strong, and it only grows. Do you understand Eric? This is not something I could have fought. I have just been more appreciative of the situation since I have been searching for this, my anchor, my mate, my one perfect connection that keeps me grounded and secured to the now and always, for two millennia. I had nearly given up on this un-life my child and the FOTS episode only confirmed my belief that I was done. She made me again, with her tears and blood. I am hers and she is mine."

I could see recognition in his eyes as he recalled the importance of one's true mate and as he understood what my intentions had been before meeting my angel. I can feel he understands that her arrival at this time in my life was no accident; no, more like a brilliantly crafted, carefully planned, keenly executed, masterfully orchestrated plan designed by fate to put my mate in my path when I was most lost and most in need.

"We are getting off course though my child. What of Mr. Compton?"

My child lowers his gaze and I know I will not like what I am too hear. "He is a member of King Edgington's court, for the last 50 years he has been the king's personal procurer. Approximately two years ago he returned to the town of his human life, Bon Temps Louisiana, claiming to wish to mainstream. This is extremely disturbing to me because this is my area but he never checked in with me during his time there. He stayed approximately six months before returning to court in Mississippi. He is known in certain circles for being quite sadistic and no one believes his mainstreaming lies. More disturbing is the fact his ancestral residence is located next to Sookie's farm. Her entire property, which is just at 100 acres, is heavily warded keeping him from entering from what we could find and her comings and goings are concealed to him; could not have even been easily glammoured from the community; part of her charm. This is probably how he locates her when she leaves the state, by glammouring airport staff around the states to report to him when she goes anywhere since he is unable to connect specifically with her in Louisiana. He has been in contact recently with his maker, Lorena Baldwin. She is a very sick vampire, child to Russell Edgington King of Mississippi, though this is not widely known. From what I already knew of Mr. Compton combined with what we have learned, I would say he intended to procure Sookie. I have tasked Pamela with going through his Bon Temps residence, perhaps we may determine if the King knew of this mission and just how much. Pamela will report to me a few hours after sunset." Anger sparked through my blood. Of course he knew of it. No one leaves the court for that length of time without express permission. I have no doubt my child will find evidence suggesting so but it is not necessary. I cannot allow her to leave my side I will return with them to Louisiana since it is safer for her there.

"What of your queen Eric? Does she know of my angel? Did she have any part in Compton's pursuit?"

"She does know of Sookie, they have met a few times when we were able to help the queen. Sookie is under contract with the vampires of Louisiana but specifically with myself; she has assisted the queen on a few occasions. Only a few know that she is a telepath or fae princess and those few keep it to themselves because it was probably discovered when she saved their lives with her talents. She keeps her secrets close master; I do not believe even I know of all she is capable. We have never revealed the extent or magnitude of her nature or talents to the queen. In any situation that includes anyone from outside my area, Sookie plays my pet. We have gone to great lengths to make our charade convincing. It is somewhat entertaining actually. You should see her act sometime, equal parts brilliance and sarcasm, it is truly wonderful."

"Thank you Eric. I am glad that you protected my angel until she came to me. I realize we could have created another elaborate façade but I wish for all to know that I have found her. I am incapable of treating her as anything but absolutely precious, even for appearances. Not that I believe anyone foolish enough to make an attempt on my bonded, but I have made a few decisions. I will return with you two to Louisiana. I will go wherever she goes. It sounds as if Louisiana is safest for her. Also, I do not trust your queen to not interfere once word reaches her of last night's events. I am going to take her throne."

Vampires do not stutter or become dumbfounded, most believe, but that is most certainly what Eric did. "Master, the throne; I thought you did not desire such responsibilities."

"When you see the throne as an anchor tied to your being, drowning you in bullshit, and responsibilities as well as supe politics; well no it does not sound appealing. However, if I reason that my being on the throne will keep Sookie safest in Louisiana for as long as she wishes to be there then I must and it will not even feel burdensome if I have her to share it with. I am sure she is a vision in a gown. I am sure she would be a voice of fairness and reason by my side. All that owe me fealty will honor her. I will give her a kingdom since I have taken hers from her with our bonding; the fae would never allow her to rule with me as mate." I feel confident in my decisions and conviction. I can feel Eric's resolve and loyalty in our bond. He will stand by me. We must strategize.