Chapter 6

(Sightings)

Katie's point of view

It was raining as the count and I arrived at the airport. I was surprised when I'd learned we'd be taking a plane to London. I don't know how I thought we'd get there but I didn't expect him to travel in the open with humans. I guess I expected a private plane or a yaght or something like that.

Dracula walked through the crowds and was even polite to humans we passed. I admit it was somewhat strange to watch. Here I am a prisoner being walked through the open public. The thought of running crossed my mind but the count's firm hand remained around my waiste. The few instances it left my waist he still managed to have some form of contact.

He led me through security and before I knew it we were boarding the plane. We didn't sit in coach however. No we were seated in first class. I'd never been in first class before. I have to admit it was nice.

I looked out the window at workers who were busy loading the luggage onto the plane. They each had raincoats on and were moving about quickly. I felt bad for them having to be outside in such dreary conditions. Though part of me envied them. They were free.

As I watched one of the men looked up at me. Even from where I sat high above I could tell his eyes were blue. He frowned at me and nodded. I smiled at him a bare smile. Something about the way he looked at me gave me a sense of hope. I don't know why. It was silly really. I was Dracula's prisoner. I would never know freedom again.

Dracula's point of view

Sitting quietly on the plane I couldn't help but feel pleased. Katie had not caused any problems and had been obedient during our trip to and through the airport. She'd even smiled at the congratulations we were given at the gate. I knew it was a fake smile but was still pleased she was openly cooperating. Soon enough her smiles would be genuine.

I glanced over at her and thought I caught a glimpse of a smile. "What are you looking at?" I inquired.

"The worker's loading the luggage." Her blue eyes looked at me. "I feel bad for them having to be out in the rain like this."

"Yes it can't be very pleasant to be constantly wet," I replied. "Did you bring a bood as I suggested?"

"Yes," She replied. "Sedrick also picked me up a crossword puzzle," My beautiful brown haired bride told me.

"Good. I have a few things to work on during the trip. Sedrick is behind us should you need something and I am occupied," I told her. Katie nodded and glanced back to see my servant was indeed where I said he'd be.

A few minutes later everything was secure and the plane headed for the taxi way. Twenty minutes later I pulled out my laptop and began to work.

Katie's point of view

By hour four I was beyond bored. I had read my book and done several crosswords. I looked at Dracula. Since I was on a plane I figured he'd allow me to walk away. There was nowhere I could actually go.

"I need to stretch my legs," I said hopeful he'd allow it. Dark brown eyes turned my direction and they didn't look approving. "Please? I can't go anywhere," I reminded him with a whisper.

"Very well. Ten minutes." I nodded and thankfully the count allowed me out of my seat. Barely up I realized I needed to use the facilities. I was somewhat afraid he'd make Sedrick escort me but thankfully he didn't.

I walked to the restroom and headed inside the tiny cramped space. Two minutes later I walked out. I moved my legs around letting the blood circulate. I looked down at my legs. Four hours of sitting was not good.

"Help is coming."

I looked up but no one was there. Looking to my left I saw a man with a cart. He glanced back at me and nodded. 'Was he speaking to me?' I thought to myself. I hoped so but I knew not to get my hopes up. He might just be acknowledging me. I walked around a few minutes later and returned to my seat.

Dracula's point of view

I'm not human but even I was glad to get off the plane. I led my bride through Heathrow international airport. I used my magic on the customs agents and quickly passed them by. We walked outside to the front of the airport; a limo awaited us.

I put Katie into the Limo first and slipped in after her. Sedrick closed the door and moments later the car pulled away from the curb. As I looked out my window I watched as a familiar face walked outside. I frowned knowing not his name but what he was. 'A slayer,' I internally sneered. I looked to my left to see an oblivious Katie looking out the window. I looked back out my window with narrowed eyes. The window was dark but we glared at each other with narrowed eyes. 'Katie is mine!' I thought bitterly toward the light haired human. The limo turned and we drove out of view.

I looked over at my young bride. My eyes traveled over her outfit. Her lavender blouse covered her but gave just a hint of cleavage. I liked the way it looked on her. It teased me but I didn't mind. Soon enough I'd have her and her resistance to me would weaken.

As we drove I periodically looked around to see if we were being followed but there was no one. At least for now my bride and I were safe from the nuecant pests. I lived for the day my kind irradicated them. They were always trying to get in my way and those of other vampires. It was quite annoying really. They interrupted more than one feast. It isn't like there aren't plenty of humans to replace the ones we kill.

Kill, death, I closed my eyes relishing the thoughts. I glanced over and looked at the quiet dark haired girl. 'Katie would make a beautiful vampire.' I gave a small pleased smile as I let my eyes drink her in. Her brown hair was lovely and those blue eyes of hers would leave victims feeling secure up until the moment she killed them. I longed to see my Katie take her first human life. I could visualize how beautiful she'd look with her prey's blood dripping down her chin.

Katie's point of view.

I was surprised to see familiar blue eyes as the Limo pulled away. This time they were much closer and the man seemed to be walking towards the limo. A look of concern crossed his face as the limo pulled away from the curb. I couldn't help but wonder if I was imagining things or if he was following me. I didn't know this man. 'Why would he be following me?' I thought to myself. Dismissing the idea I allowed myself to look at the scenery as the car drove through London's roadways.

We'd been driving for a while when I realized the count was very quiet. I glanced over and wasn't sure I liked what I saw. He was staring at me but not in a good way. His eyes were calculating as if he were forming a plan that involved me. A shiver went down my spine. Whatever he was thinking I didn't want to know. I tore my eyes away and looked back out the window.

Minutes passed and the Count's Limo came to a stop before a set of wine colored iron gates. The gates opened and the limo drove up to a large Brown brick two story mansion. There was an oning over part of the driveway that allowed people to get in and out of a vehicle during bad weather conditions without getting wet.

"Come Katie," Dracula said slipping out of the Limo. I didn't argue and followed the immortal creature out into the night. Slipping my arms through his he led me to the door.

I watched as the large dark brown doors opened and a woman with black hair in a bun immediately curtsied. "Master," She said seeing him. "Mistress," She said seeing me.

"Not quire Yana but soon," Count Dracula told his servant. He patted my hand and looked at me. "Very soon."

I swallowed but didn't argue. The last thing I wanted was to face another of the counts harsh punishments. My rear was still a tad sore from the branding he'd done.

"Come my dear allow me to show you to our room," The creature I would be forced to wed said. As much as I didn't want to I allowed the evil creature that had taken me away from loved ones to lead me up a large grand wooden staircase up to the second floor.

We walked down a wide hallway deeper into the mansion. Finally we came to two large doors. He moved his index finger and the doors opened. He led me inside and lights immediately came on.

The room was enormous. Black plush carpet greeted us. Curtains of crimson red covered the windows and a matching silk comforter hung on the bed. Black roses in vases decorated both endtables.

"Beautiful isn't it?" Dracula said coming up to stand behind me. He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me back against him.

"I prefer more color," I said carefully.

I felt him smile as he nuzzled my neck and placed a gentle kiss on the middle of the right side of my neck. "Perhaps I will allow you to make some changes," he told me. "After all I'll be making some changes." He moved against me and I gasped. He had become aroused and was letting me know. "It's time to move forward darling," He said huskily and began moving forward to the bed. Pushing me in front of him as he did.

"I'm not ready," I said as fear gripped me.

"I am," He replied. "It's been long enough."

"I really don't…" Hearing a firm knock on the door we both stopped.

"What?" Dracula snarled at the closed door. The door opened and an apologetic looking Sedrick appeared. "Sedrick…"

"Master I believe you should see this," He said and glanced at me. "It's important."

"You stay here!" He said firmly. Turning around he left; the doors closing angrily behind him.

"I'm in trouble," I said knowingly.

"Not as much as you think." I world around and was more than shocked to see the flight attendant I'd seen on the plane. "Quickly there isn't much time."

"Who are you?"

"If you want to live ask questions later." I didn't argue with the dark haired man I followed him to the balcony he'd entered from. Looking out I saw another familiar face. I smiled and without hesitation I went with them. I didn't know who they were but at the moment I didn't care. They were my only hope at freedom.

Dracula's Point of view

"No!" I yelled finding my room empty. I knew who had taken my bride. 'I'll find you Katie,' I thought bitterly. 'When I do they will die and you will fear not being at my side.'