Chapter 12

Hello lovelies! Alright so this chapter does have a cliffhanger but don't hate me. I am working on chapter 13 so that it comes out just right. As you are reading I must include that the 'sensual' song in the club is from the Underworld: Awakening soundtrack- Intruder (by Collide).

Pulling up in front of a closed chain-link gate, I looked at Quint questioningly. His eyes never left the front, his hand moved towards the switch for his lights and high beamed the guard who stood behind plate glass. Walking out, the mysterious guard waved his hand once he had opened the gate. Quint nodded and drove through easily.

Just where the hell were we going? I thought

My right hand gripped the rest as I looked through the window to look at boarded up windows and graffiti painted walls which looked to be deteriorating. Rubble littered the road and wild plants grew through the cracks. Driving at a much slower speed, I knew our destination had to be near.

"Quint…why here…they closed this place off after the purge…."

He chuckled. "They did", was all he said before parking across from what was once an apartment complex. Stepping out of the car, I looked up, tilting my head back to see that the building stretched high. Built with balconies it appeared to be vacant. No sounds could be heard and not a body in sight. Walking beside him, he stepped in front of a number pad located beside the main doors. Typing in a few digits the doors unlocked and we were able to enter. The lobby was small in space with only small lamps above that offered poor lighting. Ahead of us were a couple of elevators and rusty looking doors to access the stairs. My high heels made crunching sounds against the dirt filled marbled floors. Next to one of the elevators stood a tall and muscular man with black facial hair above and below his lips. Staring directly at us with a gun nestled in his arms Quint spoke up the closer we got.

"Evening Marco"

Leaning over to press the button, Marco resumed his soldier-like position while we waited for the doors to open.

Ding!

Scratched heavy metal doors opened for us to enter and as we moved I looked over at Marco who licked his lips at me. Disgusted and disturbed I walked all the way in with caution. Pressing the lowest button, the doors slid shut closing off the entrance.

"To the basement we go" he said looking over at me. My hands gripped my arms out of nervousness and I couldn't help but move my feet back and forth. He chuckled at my appearance wrapping an arm around me to pull my body close. "Nervous much?" he was enjoying every single bit of this. Clearing my throat I said, "Where are we going exactly?" I felt sharp nails graze my bare skin lightly.

"A party of course" he teased.

"In the basement? But…are any of the rooms in this place occupied?"

"You ask too many questions"

"I just want answers, there's just too much hidden"

"Well, let's just say you will find out soon enough"

I didn't even hear the small ring as the doors opened wide to introduce us to a large and wide open space filled with tons of people. The room was lit up in shades of blue and purple as music blared throughout the room.

"Julia…welcome to The Silver"

Grabbing my hand he forced me out of the elevator to join the crowd. Flashing beams of light kept me from seeing the details of people's faces as they danced. He led me through the wildness and into a seating area where leather covered sectionals lay. Peering over them I watched a man kissing a woman with sharp fingernails gripping her arms. Long, black nails almost identical to Quint's. Moving her head back, she was giving her lover access to her bare neck. Sharp teeth peeked from beneath his lips as he swiped his tongue up and down. I observed with shock as I noticed more men of the same kind groping, laughing, and moving around. I felt my hand being tugged and my head snapped over to look at Quint.

"Are they all…"

I could see the tips of his canines as his lips drew upwards. "Yes".

"But how?" I was most confused, believing that most of the lycans were nearly wiped out years ago.

"Come on", he tugged my hand again, pulling me to follow him to the bar. Exchanging knowing looks with the bartender he pushed me to sit down on the stool. Even as I sat down with my hands fidgeting I couldn't stop scanning. "So…every single one of them?" I asked, confused. Taking the two drinks from the man behind the counter he turned to set one down in front of me.

"Each and every one of them? No…no there are humans as well…most of the women as you can see" his eyes directed me towards two young human women touching and kissing a man while grinding.

"Of course…" I took the glass in my hand and brought it up to my nose.

"It's not blood and it's not poison…just a mixed cocktail" he reassured me with an amused expression. Taking a swing, the sweet taste lingered on my tongue as the rest traveled down.

"What do you think?"

"Not bad…although I shouldn't have too many"

"And why's that?" he teased, leaning in closer. With his body at this distance I could smell his spicy cologne. Something about it excited me, seducing me even more. Crossing a leg over I noticed his eyes looked down.

"Well, with all these wolves I think it's best if Red kept aware"

Chuckling, Quint took another gulp of his own beverage. "There's only one wolf little Red should be aware of and…seeing how she has come without any weapons he might just try something" his tone full of lust.

"Don't suppose this club has any silver does it?" playfully asking.

"No" taking one last swing of his glass he finished the drink. Setting it down he turned to face me once again.

"So I'm guessing they are the residents of this building" I motioned out.

"Some are and some…well let's just say they like to use the rooms for more personal reasons"

My eyebrows moved up in realization, "Ahh".

The music took on a more sensual beat as people began to sway seductively against their partners. I stared at one man who held onto the woman's hips resting his chin on her shoulder. Dark hair fell over his eyes as he began to kiss and nibble the skin. The woman moved one leg out at a time making her hips flex back and forth for pleasure.

A hand waved in front of my face brining back my attention.

"You seem to be in a trance with that couple over there" he said moving his face to make his point.

"Yes, I mean no…I um…"

"Let's go" he said taking my hand in his, forcing me off the stool.

"What are you doing?"

"Joining the crowd…c'mon" we walked through bumping into people as he searched for a spot on the floor. He stopped and stood straight to look down at me, colored lights passing over his face and body.

"Turn around", said in a commanding tone.

Turning myself so that my back was directed towards him he stepped closer to place both hands underneath my breasts. Pulling me, I slammed against him causing me to gasp at the feeling of the instant connection. With my back pressed against his chest, a hand traveled lower to my navel and then slid up to grasp my chin. Tilting my head back just as the other woman did, I relaxed and gave in.

Lips against my ear he whispered, "Easy…that's it…just like that". His hot breath against my ear, his words sent shivers down my body. As the song continued, I looked around to notice everyone else so involved in their 'courtship rituals'. Hands grasping and dragging, mouths open to exchange saliva; it was all the same every direction I chose to look. Making a bold move, I reached up with my right arm to pull his head down more. Mimicking their movement, it felt as though the passion and lust-filled atmosphere had swallowed me whole. Warm lips dragged across my neck, the sensation of his tongue trailing was enough to make me faint. Moving slowly to the rhythm, his hands smoothed over my hips and traveled lower. There were no limits when the entire room was engaging in similar activities.

I'm feeling weak

When will we learn

Hearing the lyrics to the song, I did indeed feel weak. The touches I received from Quint's hands were enough to make me fall over. Suddenly his lips took mine. One hand held my chin as he continued. It felt like it lasted for minutes until I was able to breathe freely. His eyes appeared to be filled with desire, a certain dangerous yet sexual stare. Spinning around to face him I lunged up to seize his lips with mine. He let out a low growl as my hands held onto his shoulders as the intensity of our kiss increased. Moving left to right my tongue brushed over one of his fangs eliciting another growl.

"We need to leave" he said huskily, breaking from my lips.

I looked up at him in worry. "What's wrong?"

"The longer we stay here I won't be able to control myself any longer"

Understanding the full meaning of his reason I couldn't help the shivers that ran down my body once again. "Oh…well then, let's go upstairs" I tempted him. I couldn't believe what I just said; it escaped my mouth before I could process it. His eyes looked darker, the pupil disappearing into depths of black. Pushing my way through people I rushed to the elevator looking back once I pressed the button to find Quint within an inch behind me. Time was going by slow as his sharp finger dragged up and down my spine. My heart began to hammer away and finally the doors opened wide for us to hurry in. I waited in one corner of the elevator, staring at him in silence. His tall frame came closer, casting a shadow on me.

"Your heart…I can hear it beating and your smell…it's getting much, much stronger…"

"Quint…" I spoke breathlessly. I placed a hand onto his chest to keep his control from slipping right here and now.

"It's enough to take you over and over again"

I swallowed and tried to gather my nerves as I battled to keep myself from lunging at him.

Ding!

The view in front was much different than before. It wasn't the lobby anymore but a long hallway. Scratched wood floors stretched down several doors as the wallpaper on the walls was peeling. I had no idea which room to go to but watching him walk ahead I followed. Passing the first door on the right, it was slightly opened with only a crack to peek through. Panting and moaning escaped the slit.

So…he was right after all, I thought amusingly

The second door on the left also seemed to be occupied. The sound of bed springs and rough words made it rather obvious. Passing a few more closed doors we turned a corner to discover another long stretching hall. An open room on the right caught his attention. Grabbing my wrist he flung me inside closing the door shut and locking it.