Vicki decided that closing her eyes and resting would be best until they reached the storage unit. Her mind drifted to the events that had transpired over the past few days and wondered where things would take them, all of them. With Kate knowing the truth that changed the balance of things making her an equal of sorts or a threat, she wasn't sure which at this point. Vicki's pregnancy was something of an anomaly and she had no idea what would become of her relationship with Henry. They still had many hurdles to overcome and if they were to beat them, some kind of compromise would need to be made. Which one of them would compromise was the ultimate question. Henry was not to be bullied into submission, Vicki was not one for being controlled. Vicki was jogged from her thoughts when she felt Henry's hand move gently to her stomach as if he were feeling for the life within her. She was still unsure how she was supposed to feel or even how to handle all of this. She never intended, not ever, to have children. Her family life was less than wonderful and she certainly didn't want to thrust that upon an innocent child. She wasn't even sure she could be a good mother, hell, she barely took care of herself..how could she care for a child? As if to sense her thoughts, Henry spoke.

"Vicki, I will always be there for you, no matter what. I will be there for you both," his eyes told Vicki he was sincere but her heart, ever wanting to lock others out, just had to speak up.

"Really? Because I think you basically called me a whore," she reminded him with a raised eyebrow.

"I apologized for that, I will not apologize anymore. If you can't or won't accept it, I understand but Vicki, this IS my child too," he said firmly.

"Who says I'm keeping it Henry? I never planned on having kids, I'm not sure the world is ready for a mini-Vicki, besides," she sighed, "I don't really think I have that whole mother gene in me."

"You don't want to keep it?" Henry asked with a look of horror on his face.

"I didn't say that, exactly."

"Apparently you're entertaining the thought, I have a say so in this don't I?" Henry looked sad, hurt and angry all rolled into one, not a pretty sight on his beautiful face.

"Henry," Vicki leaned into him realizing that she was speaking harshly and without thinking,"I'm confused and I'll admit, maybe even scared but let's not talk about this tonight. Let's get this bastard and make damn sure Christina is dead, okay? I promise, tomorrow night, we'll talk."

Henry frowned but agreed. They were at the storage unit and as Vicki started to exit the vehicle, Henry stopped her.

"You agreed to stay here, remember?" he reminded her.

"Yes, but.." she started to protest.

"Vicki, please, just this once listen to me," Henry pleaded. Vicki looked at him intently and saw him in a different light. He wasn't trying to order her, control her or even tell her what to do. He was trying to protect her. Vicki was not used to being protected and never saw it as such when others did it but with Henry, it was painfully obvious.

"Okay, Henry, okay. I'll stay," she said softly. Henry inclined his head as a thank you to her then bent to give her a quick kiss. Grabbing him, she pulled him close, wrapped her arms around his waist and proceeded to kiss him properly. Her tongue was hot and wet as it tangled with his enjoying that familiar sweet taste that was soley Henry. She pulled away planting a closed-mouthed kiss before saying, "I hope you brushed your teeth after draining her," she teased in a breathy voice.

Henry smiled, "Yes and my fangs, my love." Vicki laughed and her heart lept with those two simple words. She hugged him once more and decided Henry's love was worth it all knowing she might have to give a little whether it fit her plan or not. She knew she wanted his baby and had said those things in haste as if wanting to purposefully hurt him to see how he reacted. She cursed herself for having such horrible thoughts and decided to ask for forgiveness just in case she'd pushed too far.

Mike and Kate had reached them just as Vicki pulled away. Kate glanced sideways at Vicki.

"Kate, are you okay?" Vicki was ready for anything.

"Yeah, I'm good. I think this freaky shit is neat," she smiled. Vicki's mouth fell open and Henry smiled thinking smugly to himself 'yet another believer'. Mike sighed loudly letting Henry know this less then thrilled the detective. The talked quietly deciding what the best course of action might be. The plan was to get into the unit as quietly as possible.

"I can sense the same presence, he's here," Henry told them with certainty.

"What about Coreen?" Vicki asked her voice filled with worry for the young goth.

"I can hear her as well, she's alive. Kate, stay here with Vicki, please do not let her come into the unit," Henry asked.

"I don't need a fucking babysitter," Vicki snorted.

"Actually, Vicki, I have lots of questions for you," Kate smiled wickedly at Mike. Mike shook his head, rolled his eyes and slapped his forehead.

"Kate..come on! Vicki, you don't have to answer any questions," Mike told her dramatically and with a wave of his hand. Vicki knew Mike was sensitive in the vampire area and decided it would be a good thing to talk with Kate. It would keep her mind off of what was going on.

"Fine, whatever," Vicki shrugged and winked at Kate knowing full well she'd tell her whatever she wanted to know even if it meant giving Kate a shock or two. The men made their way to the unit listed on the ticket. Henry knew he could get into it although by then, it would be rather noisy if he had to break into it. Their cover would be blown as soon as the vampire or whatever it was sensed them close so it wouldn't matter at that point. Once the men were gone, Kate turned to Vicki. Both women were leaning on Henry's jag and watched the men with interest knowing they'd both rather be in the mix of things.

"I have to ask, what's it like?" Kate wasn't sure that Vicki would answer any of her questions. It's not like the two women were BFF's.

"Which part?" Vicki laughed.

"Well..you know...the uh...well.." Kate was getting uncomfortable but her curiousity was killing her.

"The sex, feeding..what?" Vicki prompted.

"All of it." Kate sighed out.

"It's great, fanfuckingtastic actually. The whole thing.... the sex is beyond imagination and the feeding that goes along with it.." Vicki closed her eyes and groaned audibly, it had been far too long for her and Henry. Their little mind fucking had only teased her and her body wanted and craved more. Even if their relationship didn't work out, she could really see herself having Henry forever as a lover. Deep down, she knew that would never be enough but for now, she was dreaming about it.

"But, as with any relationship, I'm not the easiest person to deal with, that takes alot of work in itself," Vicki said with honesty. Kate didn't disagree and the two women chatted back and forth for a bit in the dark of the night.

And that's why when the man came around the side of the car with a knife, Vicki never saw it plunge deeply into Kate's neck....