Took a while, but here's chapter three. Hopefully I'll get through this creative rut…

NOTE: I do not own Hellsing. My name is not Kouhta Hirano. And besides, I wouldn't want to own my dear Sir Integra.

Never Trust a Well-Dressed Vampire

The pet was planning.

Deep under the mansion, in his room which contained only his coffin and a few empty blood packets that he had found while looking around the Hellsing manor, the No-Life King was planning.

In fact, he had been planning ever since his master awoke.

Alucard sat on the lid of his coffin, elbows propped up on his knees, leaning forward, with his fingers intertwined in front of him.

The same pose that his master would often use in the years to come.

His plan was simple--shape his master the way that he wants her to become, and make her trust him enough to get what he wants from her--at least sometimes.

First thing I'll have to ask for is a chair. A throne, perhaps. Yes, that would fit nice--

Alucard's thoughts were interrupted when Integra suddenly showed up, a mischievous smile on her face, and the first thing that he thought was Step one--let Integra know who she's dealing with is now complete.

The first thing Integra thought was Why does he look so relaxed? This would be expected, as Alucard's hat, glasses, coat, and suit-coat were missing. The sleeves of his shirt were rolled up, and it definitely made him lose that "I'm awesomer than you" look. Instead, it was more...casual.

"What is it, Integra?"

"I have orders for you. One, I don't want you calling me 'Integra'. I can't stand the thought of a vampire saying my name. You will refer to me as 'master' and only that until I specifically tell you that you are allowed to say 'Integra'. Secondly, I don't want you to act like a child, like you did yesterday in my father's--I mean, MY office. Thirdly, any time that I wish to get information from you, I don't want any smart remarks, just answer my question. Alright, vampire?"

He smirked. The girl that had shown no fear towards him had returned again. Hopefully she'd stay this time.

"Of course, my master."

"Good. Now come on. I'm going to put you to work somehow."

The count merely smiled. Perfect.

Alucard's regular attire had returned to its usual place, and as Integra strode through the halls, the vampire glided behind her as if he wasn't even touching the floor. She had no real destination--she just wanted to find something that she could make Alucard do so he wouldn't be useless.

And it was then that Walter appeared, with a worried look on his face.

"Ah, Miss Integra. We just got a call. There's a vampire attack, and we must deal with it right away. Shall I send the troops?"

Integra thought for a moment. Maybe she had finally found something for her pet to do.

"Walter, how many vampires are there?"

"Three, but according to the report, there are maybe 20 seen Ghouls."

"Alucard, would you be able to handle that?"

"Easily."

"Good. Would it be alright if I went with him, Walter? He should be able to keep me safe, if he's as strong as he likes to say he is."

This surprised the butler. The first vampire attack since she became the head of Hellsing a few days ago and she wants to go?

"I-I'm not sure if you should, Integra, because--"

"It's like I said, Walter, Alucard can protect me. It'd be great if you could come along as well. I want to see a real vampire. This one just isn't normal."

"Don't worry, Walter, she'll be fine with me. I can't harm her, you know," there was a tinge of anger in his voice, mainly because of Integra saying that her pet wasn't normal and that she needed to see a real vampire. Integra assumed it was because he couldn't harm her, but Walter knew that she had hurt his pride a little.

"All right. I'll handle the paperwork. Alucard, don't let anything happen to her."

"Think about it, Walter. I've handle far worse situations."

The vampire spoke the truth. Back in '44, the pair had handled a greater enemy than just a few vampires. Alucard could handle himself.

The pet led his master to her room, saying that he would prefer that she change into something more fitting for a vampire hunter. Integra had no idea what he had meant--what did a vampire hunter wear, anyways?

The problem was solved when she saw a suit--just her size--laid out on her bed. Complete with a blue tie similar to the pet's.

"Alucard, what's this?"

"Walter and I decided that it wouldn't be very official for you to go around dressed like a schoolgirl. A suit fits a knight far better, and you won't seem even slightly weak dressed like this."

He had a point. A knight running around in a schoolgirl's outfit giving orders wasn't a very threatening idea, and now she had to turn all of her attention to the organization. There was no room for unprofessionalism, she decided, and ordered her vampire out so that the young Hellsing would have some privacy.

"Of course, master," was all he had said, leaving without much resistance.

Besides, he needed to add onto his plan. Alucard had known a vampire attack would happen eventually, and that she'd want to go, but it had only been a few days since he had woken up.

It was time for the No-Life King's presence to become known once again.

Chapter Three://END

It's shorter than usual, yes, but I've had writer's block ever since I started the chapter. It makes me sad. BAAHT now that we're getting into more action-filled parts, mehbeh everything will get easier to write? We'll see.