Chapter Ten : Meanwhile,
A/N: Unfortunately we have to say goodbye to our beloved main characters, just for this chapter. I promise they'll be back soon.
For those of you who are interested, all dialogue in this chapter shall be 'conducted in Spanish' *cough* *cough*.
Disclaimer: For once, these characters are mine. On the other hand, their entire species and universe is the property of Stephenie Meyer, so I think she gets the credit.
Neutral POV
It was just after sunset in down town Mexico City. A cloaked figure emerged from the shadows of the construction site of what was soon to be the tallest building in Latin America.
The figure had come far, and did not feel secure in his current surroundings. Still, he was expected, and that surely offered some protection. He shook his head, as if to clear away the fear, and reminded himself that if death did await him here, it would be far more pleasant than what he would find at home should he leave without completing his mission.
He ran down an alley way, following his nose, searching for the others whom he knew were here. As he rounded the corner, he found himself surrounded almost instantly by five hostile looking vampires. Each was crouched, ready to spring. He struggled to keep his own posture relaxed and nonthreatening, he stood no chance in such a situation.
After a long moment, one of the vampires relaxed and stepped forward.
'Who are you? And what are you doing in our territory?' she asked coldly
The figure bowed. 'My name is Ilie. I come on behalf of my masters and creators. They had an arrangement with your predecessor. I was sent to see if that bargain still stands'
She narrowed her eyes, sizing him up, considering, 'It is true that our coven once had a bargain with yours.....I wonder though, if we would be remembered after the time of our usefulness had past. What assurances would we have that your promises would be kept?'
'It is true that we have no way to assure you of our good intentions, you have no truth teller and it is doubtful you would believe one were I able to supply it. I put this to you however, what can be done once can easily be done again. If we were to go back on our word we would live in constant fear of your coven allying to out enemies and seeking revenge. My masters might be willing to take risks, but they are not stupid'
She seemed to find this a satisfactory answer and extended her hand. The figure took it. Moments later, the street was empty of vampires and Ilie was racing home to inform his masters.
If you think you know whats going to happen, please tell me via a pm or review. To tell the truth, I'd prefer pm in case you get it right, but if a few people give different theories via review, it won't really matter - and I'm a sucker for reviews, so choose whatever. I won't tell you if you're right or not, but it will affect how I write chapter twenty, so please share your theories.
Tee Hee! I finally get to post this chapter. Seriously, I've been looking forward to this since I wrote it - about the time I posted chapter seven. I can't wait to find out what you think will happen.