"It's time to go, get your stuff."
The next few minutes seemed to just fly by, every move I made just didn't seem real, I felt the cool metal stakes in my hands as I loaded them into my jacket, even the heavy machete Mathew gave me, but it just seemed like an illusion. Like perhaps this was all a dream, that I wasn't coming so close to finding him, finding Dimitri. That I would wake up soon and I would be completely lost away from even the slightest hope of finishing this mission.
My footsteps felt heavy as we headed out the door and down the stairs to the empty lobby. Everything around me just felt odd and I know it shouldn't, this is the best possible situation I could be in for this mission. He is here I know that, I feel it, but what else is it, cold feet? No I don't get cold feet; perhaps it's just the slightest fear. That dream was so real and even with Mathews comforting words, how can I be sure I can do it, actually drive the cold metal into his heart ending the life of the man I loved? What am I saying he's not the same, he's a cold blooded killer and he wanted to have this happen, it was his wish and I couldn't let him down I just couldn't.
My mind was still racing as we neared our separation point, everything just kept swimming, all the doubts that I had hidden away, it would be now that they choose to fight their way into my mind.
I tried to shake it off and focused on my surroundings. It was a cold night, soft snow flakes were beginning to fall to the already snow covered ground. Everything was silent nothing could be heard, not even an animal scurrying away.
We finally reached out destination I was to go to the north side, he the south. Our real search was beginning.
"Ok so you keep heading right, until you reach the end of this road then take a left and you will see the north side of the mountains. Head that way and start your search but keep a sharp eye, there are a lot of places strigoi could be lurking."
I took a deep breath "yeah I got it, if we don't find anything when should we meet up?"
"Sunrise would be the best time which shall be in about 7-8 hours so that should give each of us plenty of time to search for today."
"Ok well I'll see you in a few hours then." I began to walk off.
"Remember don't try to go after him if there are others"
I yelled over my shoulder "don't worry I'm not suicidal!"
And with that we each went our own ways. The street I was on was dark, every so often there would be some soft light coming from a building window or the occasional street light. I seemed to be the only one actually moving within this town. Everything else was just so still and silent it was like walking through a grave with nothing but corpses for company.
The road seemed to go on forever it took a few turns here or there passing by numerous shops and houses. Finally I came to the end and turned to my left. My body just stopped as soon as I seen the mountains. They were beautiful, their peaks snow covered piecing through the sky and there majestic high cliffs jagging out in every direction. The sky above was now clear showing off millions upon millions of stars that seems to reflect off the snow creating a luminous effect.
My breath was nearly taken away by this sight, but I couldn't stand and take in its beauty, perhaps when this whole thing is done I'll stay here for a little bit, visit Dimitri's family maybe.
I quickly put those thoughts away for later and continued down my path towards the mountains.
The closer I got the more I could see some small caves near the bottom that would be my first place to look. Although going into the cave wouldn't be the best idea, but if there are strigoi I should feel nauseous soon enough to make a run for it and call Mathew.
Reaching the first cave I took out my cell phone to check the time it was 10:45, so I have about 6 1/2 hours left. I looked in the cave and seen only darkness. That's great, wish I would have thought of a damn flash light, I slowly began to put away my phone. Oh geez I'm stupid.
I opened up my phone and shined the light into the cave, making at least a few feet ahead of me in light.
I began my slow way in examining every inch for any sign that life could be inside. There weren't any tracks outside, but with the fresh snow they could have been filled in.
Further and further I went, but there was nothing no sounds, no traces. Damn. I was beginning to turn around when a sound came from my right. I whirled around stake in hand, only to see nothing, just the walls of the cave. My guard still up I slowly put away my stake. It was probably some stupid mouse or something.
I headed out of this cave, slightly disappointed, but there were still tons of others to check.
Mathews POV
Everything was so silent. I guess I forgot that about this town. There was never much activity at night, most stayed in out of the cold. Probably a good thing I guess, they're less likely to become some strigoi's lunch.
I kept moving down the streets until I reached the base of the mountains, sometimes I forget how beautiful they can be, but right now was not the time to gawk at them.
There were some caves up ahead to the right and then some alleys across from them. If I were a strigoi that's probably where I would be.
I slowly crept up to the opening and shined the light of my flash light into the cave. There weren't any tracks, but that didn't matter. With no sign of anyone I slowly moved inside and began the search through the tunnels. There were bits and pieces of broken bottles sitting against the walls, but that was the only sign of life so far.
A soft sound came from ahead and I quickly turned off my light and slowly moved towards the corner of the turn in the tunnel.
The sound grew slightly louder as I got closer, I could swear it was breathing but I couldn't be sure. My hand already had a stake in it ready for any sort of attack.
I inched my way to the edge and peered around the corner only to be in front of a wolf. The sight of me made it back up and growl. I backed up slightly as it crouched ready for an attack. I began to walk back out of the cave. I wasn't really afraid of the wolf, but I didn't see the need in killing it or searching the rest of the tunnel. No wolf would ever be in the same tunnel as a strigoi.
Back outside I headed towards the alleys and other caves. This was going to be a long night.
Rose's POV
There were caves everywhere probably about 30 so far and I checked every one I came across, and every time I would exit empty handed. Hours passed and there was nothing no sign of any strigoi not one! Nor any word from Mathew so that must mean he hasn't found anything either.
My phone said 3:30, about a 1 ½ hours left. I gave a quick sigh and called Mathew.
"Hello"
"Hey you find anything?"
"No everything I've checked has been empty except for a couple of animals. There doesn't even seem to be traces of strigoi."
"Yeah I know what you mean it's the same here."
"Well I don't think we're going to find anything tonight I say we meet up and try again tomorrow."
"Yeah I think..." I gave a small gasp as nauseous hit me
"Rose what is it?"
"Shhhh!"
I slowly looked around the corner of the building I was by and froze.
There he was walking towards the mountains. The reflected light seemed to shine off his beautiful hair. He still wore his long duster looking coat, and his lean muscles could be seen through his shirt. He was exactly the way he always was except for his eyes. Those blood red eyes were bright even within the darkness. Those eyes showed nothing but death, a killer, who has taken who knows how many lives.
Angry suddenly erupted in me as the thoughts of him as a murderer became even more vivid. I was not going to let him live that life any longer. No way in hell.
"Mathew I've found him and he's alone I'm going after him!"
"What, no Rose wait..."
I shut the phone before he could say anything else. This was it our battle would soon begin. All I need to do is wait for him to have his back turned and sneak up on him.
My heart was pounding; I can't believe my mission will soon be finished.
Hey everyone, sorry again for taking so long to get a new chap posted. Whenever I think I have time to write something comes up, but today was a snow day so I actually had time to get a new chapter!!
Ok so the next chapter shall be the last in this story, which if not later today I shall write sometime this weekend. Once finished I am going to start thinking of how to start the sequel! =D. so anyway if you have any ideas for the sequel let me know, Thanks a lot!