Kaeson was cleaning up the kitchen when she heard a noise outside the window. She laid down the rag she was cleaning with and walked out to see what had made the sound. The night air was chilly and wrapped around her as she stepped out onto the back porch. She looked around in what little moon light there was and saw nothing. She walked back inside thinking it was the wind or the house settling. She was walking into the living room and gasped when she walked into Eric. He laughed and looked down at her.
"What are you doing here? You could let me know when want to drop by so I can finish cleaning things up." She said backing away and returning to cleaning the counter.
"That would take the fun out of it." Eric laughed as he walked behind her.
"Heaven forbid Eric not have his daily laugh at Kaeson." She retorted.
"You know it is only because I care about you." He cooed as he wrapped his arms around her. "How about you just finish cleaning during the day, hmm?" He said as he kissed her neck and pulled her away from the counter.
"I work during the day." Kaeson countered as she tried to move away from Eric.
"Do you not want to spend time with me anymore, is that it?" He hissed under his breath.
"Eric, you know that isn't the reason. I wish you would stop assuming things." She said exasperated and turning toward him.
Eric scooped her up quickly in his strong arms and pressed his lips to hers. The next thing she knew she was being placed on her bed and Eric was leaning over her smiling mischievously. She smiled back as he leaned down to kiss her. Eric was a bit rougher with his kiss, a sense of wanting and urgency behind it. He deepened the kiss, sweeping his tongue into Kaeson's mouth and then pulling away. Kaeson looked up at Eric breathlessly and then laughed when he elongated his fangs and smiled. She turned her head in order for him to have full access to her neck. He did not need any more motivation, he moved toward her neck with a smile.
Kaeson was startled from her sleep and sat straight up in her bed breathless. She then realized that her phone was going off.
"Hello?" Kaeson answered with a cracking voice.
"Kae, are you okay?" Sookie asked concerned.
"Yeah, I just woke up. That's all."
"Oh, sorry I didn't mean to wake you. I was wondering if you could do Jason and me a favor since we both have to work."
"Sure. What is it?" Kaeson asked genuinely curious. Jason never really had much to do with the supernatural world, so it would be something somewhat normal.
"We just need a few things from Alexandria for the houses, if you don't mind driving that far." Sookie said with a twinge of guilt in her voice.
"It won't be a problem, it's not that far and I need something to do on my free day."
"Thanks so much, Kaeson. I owe you one."
"Think nothing of it. Give me enough time to shower and then I'll drop my Merlotte's pick up the list." Kaeson said getting out of bed and stretching.
"Alright, thanks again!" Sookie exclaimed relieved.
"No, problem. See you in a bit."
Kaeson hung up with Sookie and tossed her phone on her bed as she gathered her clean clothes for a shower. After she got out of the shower and got dressed she began to think about the dream. It had seemed so real and she was shaken by it. She had never had a dream like that before and the fact that Eric Northman was the other main character scared her. She tried to shake of the feeling and finished getting ready. She grabbed her purse and keys before exiting the house and locked the door before she left.
The drive to Merlotte's went fairly quickly, but by the time she pulled into the parking lot she had a hard time finding a parking place. She winded up parking off to the side and using the front entrance.
Sam was in the process of wiping down the bar, but stopped when Kaeson walked in. She was wearing light stone washed boot cut jeans, boots, and a black tank top covered with a green and tan striped three-fourths sleeved shirt. Her hair was down and scrunched so loose curls fell around her shoulders and framed her face. Her green eyes stood out more than normal because she was actually wearing make-up and her cross necklace glinted in the light. She flashed Sam a smile as she walked up to the bar.
"Hey, Sam." She said cheerfully.
"Uh… hi, Kae." He said recovering and smiling.
"Do you know where Sook is?"
"Somewhere in the back. Why are you dressed up, if you don't mind me asking." Sam said looking Kaeson over again.
"This?", she asked gesturing to her attire, "This is normal. You just haven't seen me out of work clothes."
"Kae, Sookie is in back." Arlene said as she walked by the bar.
"Thanks, Arlene. See you later, Sam."
"Bye, Kae." Sam said as he watched her walk to the back.
Kaeson walked to the back, waving at Lafayette in the kitchen who gave a wolf whistle as she walked by. Sookie was in the back room putting away her purse and getting her apron.
"Where did you go last night?" She asked when she noticed Kaeson.
"Sam told me I could have the rest of the night off." Kaeson replied timidly, "I hated leaving you alone, but-"
"Eric- Wow you look nice." Sookie said as she turned to Kaeson.
"Thanks. How did you know it was Eric?" Kaeson asked blushing.
"I saw you leave with him. What happened? You seem different." Sookie said looking at her.
"Different how?" Kaeson asked
"You seem more vibrant…" Sookie trailed off.
"We just talked some." Kaeson said smiling and trying to keep her thoughts blank, but failed when the nights' happenings and her dream flashed through her mind.
Sookie's eyes widened as she read Kaeson's thoughts. "You didn't drink his blood did you?"
"No." Kaeson said shaking her head.
"Think really hard, Kae. You might have not have drank his knowingly." Sookie replied seriously.
"Why do you assume the worst of him Sook? What would it matter if I did?"
"Eric is very smart and determined, he gets what he wants. Blood bonds are serious things; they aren't to be toyed with."
"Sookie, thanks for being concerned, I know it's because you care about me and all. And I appreciate it, I really do Sook, but I can handle myself. As for Eric, you should give him the benefit doubt sometimes."
A look of defeat came across Sookie's face and she nodded.
"What about that list of things I need to get?" Kaeson asked smiling trying to lighten the mood.
"Oh, I almost forgot!" She exclaimed as she turned to get a list and money from her purse. "This should cover it and if it doesn't I'll pay you back." Sookie said as she handed Kaeson the list and money.
"Any special place I need to go?" Kaeson asked as she scanned the list.
"Harrison Hardware should have most of it, but if not anywhere you can find it would be awesome. If you could drop them off at Jason's that would be great too. I will still be here, but he should be off."
"Alright, I'm off. I'll see you when I get back." Kaeson said as she turned to leave.
"Kaeson, I'm sorry for trying to tell you what to do." Sookie said guiltily.
"It's fine, I know you are just looking out for me like any good friend would do." Kaeson replied smiling as hugged Sookie.
"Well, I better get out there. Thanks again for driving to Alexandria." Sookie said letting go of Kaeson and walking out the door.
"No problem." Kaeson called after her.
Kaeson left shortly after she talked to Sookie, going out the back way so no one would make a fuss over her again.