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I woke up with a massive headache and a smile. My room smelt like Eric and freeshia. When then room stopped spinning I made my way over to the dresser which held a large red piece of stationary.

Lover,

It made my night watching you sleep. I hope you will consider doing it more often. I am taking you out for a date tonight. Please don't be angry about the gift, I want you to feel appreciated. I will be dreaming of you.

Always,

E

I was a little teary when Amelia knocked on the door. "Sookie, there's an idiot here that says he can't deliver anything unless you sigh for it." She huffed.

I laid the note down and went into the kitchen. Almost every flat surface was covered in flowers. Eric sure was over the top. The idiot in question was Eric's day man. "Hey Bobby. What's up?"

"Here." he shoved an over sized white box at me along with a small red box. "Mr. Northman will be here at seven. Don't be late."With that he sprinted out to his car thinking I was a small town hick the whole way.

"Wow, I think I missed something last night." Amelia muttered. "Was Eric here last night?"

"Yep, he planned a date. Said I was supposed to wear what evers in these.." I tore the paper off the little box first.

There was a diamond covered chocker with matching earrings. "Wow. Eric really is trying." Amelia muttered.

I just shook my head. I don't want to be a kept woman but I'd never seen anything so pretty. Maybe I could wear them tonight and then give them back. "What's in the big box?" Amelia was excited one of us was getting nice gifts.

I tore the lid off the second box and found a long blue gown, almost exactly like the one I'd lost at Rhodes. "That's gorgeous Sookie!" Amelia hollered.

When I didn't say anything she looked at me thinking I really should give Eric a second try. She pictured me letting her do my hair and make-up, Eric ringing the door bell, with flowers and a nervous smile. She would give him the 'what are your intentions' speech. "Amelia?" I cut her off before she picture me a long white dress.

"Would you mind maybe going over to Trey's house tonight?" I asked trying to sound as innocent as you can when you ask your roommate to spend the night elsewhere.

"As long as you tell me all the dirty details when you get back. "she laughed and went up to her room. I have to admit I rather like Amelia's fantasy's. Maybe not the marriage one, but just going out with Eric would be nice. I put my new gifts away and got ready for the lunch shift at Merlotte's.

Sam would never yell at me in front of other people but he snippy enough to cause Jason to notice. "What's up with you and Sam?" he asked as if nothing was going on between us. I may not be on the best terms with him but he was making an effort to be pleasant.

I shook my head and glared at Sam's retreating figure. "He's mad that I have someone decent giving me attention."

"Who's going after my sister now?" Jason asked sounding like the concerned older brother he knew he wasn't. I rolled my eyes. "Not that it's any of your business, but I have agreed to go on a date with Eric. The tall blonde guy that stayed with me for a few days."

Jason grabbed my hand, "I know I haven't been the best brother, but I do care about you Sook. Please be careful with the vampire."

"I will. Now I have to get back to work." I pulled my hand away and went to check on my other tables. Sam stayed out of my way and Arlene looked at with disgust, wondering how she was ever my friend. I rolled my eyes thinking the same thing.

Holly had to take her kids to the doctors so I had to work part of her shift. It meant I had less time to get ready for my date with Eric but it kept me busy. Holly came in at six apologizing profusely. I skedaddled on home hoping Eric would be late.

When I pulled up to my house I found Remy and Hunter sitting on the porch. Remy had his head in is hands thanking how sorry he was, while Hunter was playing in Gran's flower beds. Hi Aunt Sookie Hunter thought.

Hey Hunter. I thought back. "Hey Remy. What are you guys doing all the way out here?" I asked already knowing what happened.

Remy stood up and wiped a few stray tears away. "I ah, need someone to take care of Hunter for a little while. It's getting kind of hard to be around his, ability."

"I don't mind keeping Hunter for a while. Come on inside and we can work a few dates out." I tried to keep my voice calm, but I knew they were both hurting.

Remy wouldn't look at me. "I'm not sure when I can come back. It's just...I don't know what to do with him." I was shocked a father could talk about his son like that.

"I'd be more than happy to take care of him. I have a few relatives that would love to meet him." I wasn't sure if I was more angry or upset that Remy was just dumping his son. I understand it can be hard, but it's not his fault and it's certainly not something he can control.

"I appreciate it. But you should know, he doesn't just...hear things, he sees things. He's been going on and on about his dreams. I don't know if that's something you experienced..."

"It doesn't matter what he can do I can deal with it." I replied rather harshly. I could hear all of his conflicted thoughts but there was nothing in there that suggested he was going to come back for his son.

Remy looked ashamed. "I know I'm probably not being a good father, but I can't help him. Maybe you can. I'll get his bag out of my truck." he went to get a few bags and Hunter st down on the porch swing beside me. Don't feel bad Aunt Sookie. I've known I was gonna live with you for a while. II drew you that picture to show you.

Remy walked up wiping tears away. "There's some toys a few books and some crayons in his back pack. His clothes are in these two suitcases and important documents or in the smaller bag. I'm sorry to do this to you I just..."

"I understand it's hard. I'll take good care of him." I tried to smile but I too was crying. Hunter gave his father one last hug and watched him drive away in silence. Don't worry Aunt Sookie. I already seen were gonna be okay.

"As long as your sure." I smiled and gave him a hug. "Why don't you go color in the living room while I take a shower." he nodded and took his cartoon backpack and ran off into the house. I walked into my bathroom wondering how the hell I was supposed to take care of a four year old.

I took a relaxing shower lost in my thoughts. I'd never been around kids before. I babysat Arlene's kids every now and then, but that was only for a few hours at a time. Sure I'd always thought I'd have my own but since I couldn't date humans I didn't see that happening.

I shook my head trying to get rid of all the negative thoughts, when I felt a blank mind close to the house. I through on a pair of sweats and a tshirt and went to see who was there. Hopefully Hunter hadn't let any one in.

I heard Hunter's laugh from the Kitchen followed by "I think she'll like it." I turned the corner to see Eric sitting on the floor on the outside on the door jam and Hunter on the inside. I let out a laugh and they both turned to smile at me. "Hunter didn't know if I was allowed to come in so I waited outside." Eric chuckled.

"I wasn't sure you would want Uncle Eric in side while you was in the shower." Hunter explained. I smiled at the Uncle Eric part. Hunter seemed to be fairly mature for his age and extreamly easy going. Considering his mother left his father for a vampire I figured he would be kind of predjudice.

Hunter heard that thought and smiled wider. "Uncle Eric isn't like other vampires, neither is Aunt Pam. They like us and their funny." he said with confidence.

Eric looked amused. "I take it you've seen Pam and myself in a dream before." Hunter nodded his head and went to the refrigerator. "I saw all of us at a really fancy house with a pool." he pointed at the picture he sent last week.

"Eric come on inside. We have more to talk about than I thought." I went to the fridge and got Eric a blood and Hunter a glass of orange juice.

"Hunter can you tell us what you can do?" Eric asked inn a gentle voice.

"Sure. I can hear what people are thinking just like Aunt Sookie. And sometimes I dream about stuff that hasn't happened but that will. Like coming here. Eventually were gonna live at your house but Aunt Sookie is going to argue. But when she gets pregnant she agrees to live in the pretty house." Hunter said smiling. Eric looked blank and I could fell his jealousy. "Who gets Sookie pregnant?"

Hunter giggled. "You do silly."