Hey there, everyone hehe... I know that this is WAY overdue, but before I stop writing this for good, I decided to make this my final chapter of the Secrets to Keep story.
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Thanks for holding out for this far, but for now, this will be the FINAL CHAPTER! I apologize in advance if this chapter sounds too quick or may be OOC hehe...
Well, you all know the disclaimer! ONWARDS :D
~Ch.8 Erase~
A few weeks after the battle that I faced against Jo and Diablo, I tried returning to my 'so-called' normal life. During that time period, my wound has already healed completely. If it weren't for Mason giving me his blood, I probably would've recovered much longer than anticipated. I actually hoped that Em, the eldest vampire in the council, removed Jo and Diablo's ability to become a vampire.
Even now, none of us have heard word on what Em has done to the two bastards. All that I know is that Jo is no longer at my school, but that could've been a temporary leave. At least they haven't been causing me any trouble; otherwise I'd be really screwed. Besides, I know that Selexa and Mason would be there for me if I needed them.
A few days later, I was heading home from school with Selexa. When we both reached my place, I saw none other than Jo and Diablo sitting on our couch. I glared at the two and before I could do anything, Henry ran up to me. He brought me and Selexa into the kitchen and tried to calm me down. Well, for one that wasn't going to happen because of one question. Why the hell are these two sons of bitches at our house?
"Zara, I know you're upset that these two are here. Now, could you please let me explain on why they're here?" Henry pleaded.
"…it had better be a good reason," I growled.
"You see, they just got here, all under orders of Em. She has plans of having their memories erased by the work of her and someone else."
"Why someone else and who might this person be? I thought she could do all of this herself."
"In certain cases, she can do this herself. But apparently, not this time. That someone else would be either you or Vlad. I don't have the full experience of erasing one's memory yet."
"…is Em or Vlad here now to do this?" Selexa asked my next question.
"I'm not sure, but Em should be here soon. Vlad, however…he's in his room with Snow."
I chuckled under my breath and soon heard a female's voice in the living room. I left the kitchen and immediately saw Em. She noticed me burst in what looks like a conversation between the three. When I looked back at Jo and Diablo, I noticed that they were knocked out. I assumed that Em knocked them out, but then again, I didn't notice them that much earlier. I walked over to Em, wanting to know what was going on.
"Em, I heard from Henry on what you have to do. I just don't see why you couldn't do this on your own, however," I said to her bluntly.
"The reason why I need someone else to help me erase their memories is because they need to be erased of whoever's had more contact with them. That would basically mark out Vladimir for helping me on this," Em explained.
"So…that means I have to help you do this, correct?"
"Yes, you do. How much do know how to erase people's memories?"
"…not well, I'm afraid. Henry told me that he's still learning in erasing people's memories, so I didn't get a chance to learn how."
Em nodded at me and looked back to the unconscious bastards. She walked over to Jo and placed a hand over his face. I saw something glow from the palm of her hand and go all over Jo's body. Em soon backed away and walked over to me. She motioned me over to Diablo, who looked like he was about to wake up. I walked with haste over to him, and looked over at Em for further instruction.
However, Em didn't say anything to me; in fact, she didn't even look at me. I wanted to know how I could erase Diablo's memory, but I guess I have to learn on my own. I placed my hand over Diablo's face and wondered what I should do. I didn't want Diablo to remember about me or the fact that he was a vampire. When I thought about that, I saw my hand glow and reach throughout Diablo's body. I was shocked on what I've done, and when I looked back at Em, she gives me a nod.
"Zara, is it? I think this might be a bad time to ask this, but I would like for you to learn the ways of being a vampire," Em offered me.
"Are you serious?" I asked her.
"Indeed, and I would like to know your decision either now or sometime tonight. If you agree now, then you will go with me to Siberia. You might recognize the name of the place because that's where Vladimir was taught under Vikas, who has long passed."
"I see…do I get to say goodbye to the others?"
"That's out of the question. No one must know that you've left with me. I will give them a message on where you are and what your progress is. Do you want to know what you can do with training in Siberia?"
Before I could answer, I heard someone burst out of the kitchen. I looked over and it turns out to be Selexa and Henry, who overheard the entire conversation by my guessing. Em motioned me to go into a different room while they talk to the two eavesdroppers. I walked into the kitchen and soon saw Mason coming in through the backdoor. Mason walked over to hug me and I hugged back. I told him about Em's offer, and he gave me a quick kiss.
"What was that for?" I asked him.
"…I think that you should go. Although, as much as I want you to stay with me…you should probably do what's best for yourself," Mason said.
"…you probably won't see me for a while, so I wouldn't blame you if you broke up with me right here and now. I'm going to take Em's offer…so get it over with."
"Don't be an idiot, Zara! I'll wait for you, no matter how long you'll be away! I won't break up with you as long as you don't break up with me, okay? You're too important for me to lose…"
I felt a tear stroll down my cheek and Mason wiped it off by caressing my cheek. Mason gave me a deeper kiss, and I kissed back. I felt him petting the back of my head and I pulled back with a chuckle. I took Mason's hand in mine and headed back into the living room with Em, Selexa, and Henry. I told Em that I would take her offer in going to Siberia. Before I left with her, though, I gave my final goodbyes to Selexa, Henry, and Mason. I walked over to Em and I followed her out of my house, and soon, out of state.
Many months have passed since I have last seen my friends and family. I've been training under Vlad's uncle, Otis, and he's told me that I've done a superb job. I've taken quite a liking to Otis, and when I asked him about his relationship with Vikas, he didn't respond. I think it was something I shouldn't have asked. I don't think that the two departed on good terms either, from what I've heard around here.
One day, Em decided to come see on how I was doing. After Otis explained my progress, she nodded in approval and motioned me towards her. I had walked over to her and she told me that I was ready to head home and face among the human race with ease. I was overjoyed, and she took me away from the country of Siberia. When we both reappeared back where I lived, the place hadn't changed at all. Em told me to head home and before I could thank her, she disappeared.
I started to walk over to my house, and when I did, it was for sale. My heart was broken on why they had sold the house. I walked inside my old house and tried to find anyone still inside. I headed upstairs to find that all of my stuff was gone, as well as others. I raced out of my house and then remembered Yukki. She might know where the others might be, I bet. I headed into the forest and called for her, but I heard no response.
I headed out of the forest and tried to find where my friends and family might be. So far, I had no luck on my pointless search. I was walking along the sidewalk when I saw what appeared to be a wolf along my path. I saw the wolf's eyes and they were a pure golden-yellow. I could only think of one wolf with that type of eyes. Before I could call out Yukki's name, she ran off into the direction opposite from me. I ran after her, only to find myself being led at my school's entrance.
I noticed Yukki walking inside and started to get curious. I know that today's Saturday, so why would Yukki bring me to school today? Whatever the reason, I continued to follow her. Maybe she has a clue on where the others might be. When I find them, they're gonna explain why they're selling the house. I noticed Yukki finally stopping at the back entrance of the school. I got confused as to why she did that, but when I opened the doors, I knew why.
"What the hell are you guys doing back here?" I shouted at everyone, who gathered a little surprise party for my return.
"Sorry, Zara, but we had to have Yukki lead you to where we are since you've noticed on the house…" October apologized.
"…Henry…why are you selling the house?" I said in an angry tone.
"I'm selling the house to get a better one that's close by! Don't let your emotions get the best of you!" Henry complained.
"Eh, don't mind Henry. He just got bitch-slapped by October because of hormones she has," Snow explained.
"I'm surprised it hasn't happened to you yet, Snow," Vlad said to her.
"What the hell's that supposed to mean…?"
"Uh…f-forget I said anything!"
I laughed at their argument and noticed Selexa over by the school walls. I ran up and hugged her tight. Selexa hugged back, but pushed me away slightly. I was confused by her actions, until she mentioned Mason's name. She pointed to the right of her, which led to the corner of the school building. I smiled and ran in that direction. When I was on the other side of the school building, I soon saw Mason looking at the sky.
"Mason…I'm back," I simply said.
"Zara…nothing's been the same without ya, you know," Mason admitted while embracing me tightly.
"I'm sorry; I'll try to change that, okay?"
"Just promise not to go to Siberia anytime soon, okay?"
"No promises on what Em told me, but I'll try my best not to."
"…wanna head back to the others?"
I shook my head and kissed him after many months of being away from him. Mason held me close and kissed me back. We pulled away and Mason knelt down in front of me, with his back facing me. I was confused, but I soon got on his back and he carried me to where the others are. Even though things have changed while I was gone, I know no one has changed much. I didn't want to announce it, since everyone already knew, but I'm officially a vampire. Only one that's much more skilled and complexed.