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I was worried about Hunter. I knew Arlene just wanted the dramabut her crazy friends just might try and pull something. "Will you stay until she leaves? I'm afraid of what she might do." I asked Eric. He didn't like the idea of anything happening to me or Hunter but I was worried I might cause him problems with the King.
"Of course. Looks like I'll have help too." he glanced down at Hunter was smiling from ear to ear. He hopped down off if his seat an ran toward Pam. "Auntie Pam!"
Hunter wrapped his arms around Pam's leg and she froze. "You certainly are interesting." She said after a moment and actually cracked a smile.
Eric and I both busted out laughing. Pam smirked and sat across from Eric. "You two seem happy." She commented. I blushed like a schoolgirl and mumbled something about getting there drinks. Eric gave me a chaste kiss and a goofy grin.
I'd never seen Eric so light hearted and happy before. Pam was laughing more than usual, which was a pleasant surprise. I spent most off the night helping Terry at the bar, but every time I looked over at their table Eric would blow me kiss and my heart would melt. Pam would roll her eyes but I knew she was happy for Eric.
By the time I got off, Pam had promised Hunter a puppy and a trip to the zoo. Eric had decided we absolutely had to have a family vacation on an island and that my car simply wasn't safe enough for Hunter to be in. I wasn't sure how well these plans were going to be executed but I was glad the three of them were getting along. I walked out of the bar holding Eric and Hunter's hand with Pam on Hunters other side. Of course nothing in my world is ever this easy going. .
Victor was leaning against the side of Eric's corvette, smirking. "Isn't this odd." he commented. I pulled Hunter up into my arms and let Eric push me behind Pam.
"I do not remember having anything scheduled for tonight Madden." Eric said in a cool voice.
Victor smiled. "Just worried about your safety. You haven't called myself or the King in a couple of days. Thought something might have happened to you."
"As you can see I am fine. Is there anything else?" Eric asked deadpan. He looked unaffected, but his emotions were everywhere. Pam seemed to feel just as agitated. She rolled her weight from one leg then to other.
"I am curious about the company you keep but I will let the King ask you about that." Victor smiled and like that, he was gone.
I looked down at a confused Hunter. "He shouldn't be here. He's not suppose to do anything unless Ms. Sandy says he can."
I looked at Eric and Pam. I had no idea who Sandy was. Eric spoke first. "Hunter, have you dreamed about any of these vampires?" he asked gently.
Hunter nodded."Yep. Victor works for Ms. Sandy in the hotel you and Aunt Sookie get married at. But he's not suppose to leave there. Ms. Sandy doesn't trust him." I was momentarily side tracked by the thought of my wedding. I had the same vision Amelia had the other day. Me in a white dress Eric at the end of the isle in a perfect black tux.
Hunter giggled, "I can show you if you want." Eric smiled at me. "That is a talk for a later time Lover. Hunter, did you see a Felipe De Castro? He would be in charge of Ms. Sandy and Victor."
"Nope. Ms. Sandy is in charge of everything. She got rid of Mr. Felipe, but that's a secret." he put his tiny hand over his lips and I couldn't help but smile.
Eric looked at Pam. "Call Sandy when you get back to Shreveport. If she's killing the King I want to be part of it." Pam nodded and looked at me. "Take care Sookie, Hunter." She gave Hunter a kiss on the forehead and went to find her car.
Eric let out a chuckle. "I have never seen her so happy." He wrapped his arms around the me and Hunter. "I have never been so happy." I sighed in contentment, wishing I could save this memory. "Sookie? Would you be opposed to staying with me for the night?" he asked quietly.
I thought about it for half second before agreeing. "Sure. I have to get some things from my house first." I turned toward my car but was stopped by Eric's guilty feeling. "I've already taken care of that." he said evenly.
I let out a deep breath. "How much." I asked in the same even tone. Already knowing Eric would've gone over board. "Well I'm not sure. I told the maid what I needed, and have not had the chance to look through everything." he said trying to sound innocent.
"Fine. That sound like fun Hunter?" I asked the smiling boy, still in my arms. "Yep! Aunt Pam is having our present dropped of there tomorrow!"
"i don't want to know." I muttered. I could see Pam would be spoiling all of my children. "Will you drive. I'm exhausted."
Eric glanced at my car in disgust but nodded. "Of course." he helped Hunter buckle his booster seat and we were off.
It took us longer than usual to get to Shreveport. Eric was actually driving the speed limit. When I asked why he glanced in the review mirror at a sleeping Hunter and mumbled 'precious cargo'. I couldn't help but smile and reach over to kiss his cheek. He could be so sweet sometimes.
We drove through the city, past all the residential area and into an upscale gated community. I'm not sure why I expected anything less. He went past various estates catching a glimpse of a lake every now and then.
Eric pulled into a curving driveway about 15 minuets away from any other houses. When I saw Eric's house I gasped. It was a large stone house with a large front lawn and a brick walkway. I caught a glimpse of a flower bed and a hot tub in the back.
Eric opened my door for me and took a still sleeping Hunter out of his car seat. He took my hand and kept a hold of Hunter as we walked up a gorgeous flower lined path. Pam must have an input there. The entry way to his house was unbelievable. He had beautiful artwork hung on almost every wall. "Your home is amazing." I muttered. Eric chuckled and led the way upstairs. "For tonight Hunter can stay with us. But tomorrow he can pick which ever room he would like. I'm sure Pam would love to decorate another room."
I smiled. Eric was being the sweet caring man that had stayed with me. I couldn't help but be happy. I watched as he carefully tucked hunter into a large red bed. He even left the bathroom light on. For what seemed like the millionth time, I thought he would be a great Dad.
"Come on Lover. You have worked hard, let me make dinner." he lifted me into his arms and carried me down the stairs smiling the whole way. His kitchen was absolutely huge. It had black and white tiles, and stainless steal appliances. The counters were a beautiful slate color.
EPOV
Sookie looked around the kitchen in awe. I could feel her hope and love swelling around us. I could easily picture her chasing after two small blonde children while making dinner. I knew she would be a good mother, but could I be a good father. I thought I was doing an okay job with Hunter. I'm not sure what it is about him but he just makes people open up to him. I felt Sookie's heart speed up and her breathing hitch. "What is it?" I asked urgently.
Her eyes widened. "I saw...you saw...you're going to be great father." she whispered. It took me a moment to figure out she was in my head. Are you still in there? I tried to think at her. Her eyes widened and she let out a gasp.
"How long have you know?" she asked a bit shocked. I chuckled at her expression. "Eric! This not funny." that only caused me to laugh harder.
"It's not a big deal Lover. It is not uncommon for people in a bond to ear each other. I am not surprised." I said indifferently. I'd like to know what goes on inside Sookie's head sometimes.
"Then can you tell me why I'd caught glimpses ever since we met?" She smirked. That, I was not prepared for. "I am not sure. That however does not matter. What matters is that you are here." I stated. I was thrilled to have her in my home. My whole night had been unbelievable. I never thought I could be so happy, of course I never thought I would be in any sort of relationship let alone a blood bond and wanting to be married. I shook those thoughts away and focused on the beautiful creature in my arms.
"I'm afraid I don't have much to eat. But I can make a PB&J." I said rather proudly. I never tried to cook before and was happy Hunter liked my sandwich from the previous night. Sookie let out a giggle. "That would be perfect." I sat her down in one of the barstools and rummaged through the pantry. "I am not sure if I have jelly." I said absently Sookie just let out a giggle.
I took out a plate from the china cabinet Pam insist I have. I sat the plate down and watched Sookie eat. She had amused expression the whole time. "The best peanut butter sandwich ever." She smiled and kissed my cheek. I had been the best gentlemen I could the past two nights now I wanted to ravish my Lover.
I pulled her from her seat so she straddled my waist. I attacked her eager mouth with my own and let out a moan. I'd gone without sex for too long. But I had the rest of the night to make up for lost time.
I have to find a beta before I can post the lemon, So the faster someone volunteers the faster the next chapter comes out. And Niall has family dinner with everyone in the next chapter.
