Hey guys, here's Chapter 10! Cant believe we're that far in the story already. I would like to thank you for all the reviews and the love for the last chapter, we'r nearly on 40 reviews! I thought I'be lucky to get 10 for the whole story since its my first fanfic.

This chapter isn't something that I usually write, since it includes fluff and my first ever kissing scenes! And it also gets a bit..weird and dark, so just to warn you guys! Enjoy! Sorry for any grammar or spelling mistakes!x

Shanes POV

She's back. My little Claire is back. Joy rushed through me, a feeling I haven't felt in a while. Looking at her now, bruised and broken on the floor, I knew it was a long way from being okay, but it really was a miracle. I was the only one who was smiling; Michael and Myrnin were looking at her in shock, at her bruises and her damaged face. All I wanted to do was to cuddle her, to comfort her and make it all better.

I clawed at the cables around my wrists, noticing how the others were already out of them. They were of some sort of rubber material, and knowing Myrnin, I really didn't want to know.

"Mikey! Help me get these off!" I shouted as soon as he was out of his restraints. His blue eyes flashed up, his face paler than it usually is. I knew they gave more than me, but I didn't know it would affect them this much, I guess bringing someone back would have this affect. I was the first to come back from that world, whatever it was, and I've been waiting patiently for them to come back, watching Claire for any signs of life.

Mikey reached over and swiped at the cords, they were gone with a satisfying sound. As soon as they were gone, I jumped up and scrambled towards Claire, whose eyes were fluttering open. We were crouching over her, taking in her presence. Her cheek was raw, it looked like someone had scratched her violently, her neck looked odd and there was something else I couldn't place about her. I came closer, not to startle her, just holding her gaze with my eyes. Slowly, I let my fingers trace over her face, over her wound, lingering on her lips and travelling down to her neck. I could feel her steady pulse beneath my fingertips and bending down slowly, I kissed her forehead, the contact I have craved for so long. I didn't notice I was crying until a tear dropped down on her cheek, which I wiped away quickly. Claire's lips parted, taking in a very real breath, but a sound of pain escaped from her.

"Sorry to interrupt, but she clearly needs medical attention" Myrnin put in coldly, not liking the exchange that happened between us. I glanced over to him and nodded, I didn't want to get on his nerves, or to give him a reason to snack on me. I moved, but not too far away, just next to her, and took her hand and held it. Michael smiled at me, a weak smile and dashed to the kitchen. I get it; I already saw Myrnins eyes flash red.

Myrnin came closer, and without hesitation, felt her neck. I let out a sound of annoyance, taking precaution with the vampire. He just looked at me and rolled his eyes.

"I'm pretty sure it's fractured, an improvement from before. For the other wounds… I'm no expert, but I'll call Theo. Nice to have you back Claire" And with that, he turned on his heel and walked out, fishing his phone out in the process. I guess I expected more craziness from him, but it's hard to tell with McCrakula.

I turned my attention back to Claire, who was watching me with concern, taking shallow breaths and trying to sit up.

"No, honey, lay down, don't want you to bruise more." I lowered her gently down on the ground, grabbing a pillow behind me to place under her head. She just gave me a crooked smile and gently put her head on the pillow.

"Hey" she choked out. My smile grew bigger at her voice. I haven't heard it in so long, over the weeks I had to cope with the memories of her, but they soon began to fade…But being with her now, the all came back. Every single one of them. The way her soft lips would brush mine and the sound of her laughter. I missed her.

"Hey, sleepyhead" I tried to control my voice. I didn't want her to worry about me, that's my job. I wouldn't let my voice betray me as I kept up the conversation, marvelling at the sound of her voice.

"Great to see you…you really scared me back there" I whispered, leaning so close to her ear so only she could hear. She shivered under my breath, causing butterflies to explode in my stomach. As much as I loved her and wanted more time, she needed help. A quick look around told me no-one was here.

"I don't know…what that was" she sighed. I knew it was taking her a lot of effort to keep up the conversation, but I was scared if I let her fall asleep…she wouldn't come back. Like the last time. I couldn't take that chance.

"It doesn't matter…All that matters that we're here, together." I couldn't stop myself. I needed this and I could tell she needed this too. I slowly cupped her face, and ever so gently, pressed my lips on hers. Moving our lips together, against one another, a sudden fierce, fire erupted, a hunger awakened. I moved my hands to her hair, brushing the tangles with my fingers as her hot breath washed over me. I surrendered myself to her, deepening the kiss and letting her explore me all over again. Nothing existed outside of us, of our little bubble. Her lips responded to my fire, to our desire as she returned with the same need, nipping at my bottom lip, which just made me growl.

Of course, it had to be ruined, as Myrnin pranced in the room, clearing his throat.

"Do excuse me, but Dr Goldman will be along shortly." With that, he sat down on the couch and glanced at Claire. I couldn't tell what he was doing, but the interruption angered me. Couldn't he wait more? He just had to interrupt. Glowering at Myrnin, I didn't move away from Claire, just returned to holding her hand.

Michael walked in, his eyes dancing at the sight before him. He liked to see Myrnin annoyed, and sat down on the armchair closest to us. He was about to speak as a knock came at the door. Claire stiffened and one word escaped her lips that had Michael frozen.

"Magnus"

Eves POV

I waited as the puddle of water, and other things, came out of the vent and formed before me. He used to use the door, but I guess he knew this scared me more. I couldn't get over the way these things looked. All slimy and gross, like something that would live at the bottom of the ocean, surrounded by seaweed.

He always took his time to arrange himself. I bet he did it on purpose. As my brain screamed at me, to comprehend the sight before my eyes, all I could do was sit and tremble, pretending to be invisible.

"Don't be scared little girl" he came closer and flashed his rotting teeth at me. Ugh. I guess its time to see the dentist.

"Why do you keep me here! I'm clearly not as good as a vampire to you!" I shouted. I knew what he was up to. He was keeping a few of them in water, I was as they carried me in, and as the echoes of the draugs voices travelled down the vents.

"Merely insurance. But we do get so lonely" He advanced towards me. I pressed as much of myself as I could next to the wall, shrinking in the corner. He just crouched down next to me, if you could call it that. I didn't say anything as his colourless eyes stared at me.

"You remind me of someone I knew…back when I was a vampire" His voice filled the room with horrible images, but the statement shocked me more…vampire? What?

"You do remind me of her, she and her pale make-up, different than the others, always…peculiar" He carried on. I couldn't escape as some of him slithered over my legs, drawing blood as he went on.

"The draug were after us…and they took her and killed her" he said bluntly. "But I went to look for her…and found bones. I don't remember much, but I became this…this constant reminder.." I couldn't listen anymore. Why was he telling me this? To make me feel bad? To pat him on the head and tell him it's gonna be alright?

He kept staring at me…Until he grabbed me by the shoulders. So this is the end. He's gonna suck the life out of me, reduce me to nothing. I waited for something to happen and closed my eyes, praying silently, then felt something wet on my cheek. I opened my eyes and screamed. . .Cheek. I screamed and fought, thrashing, trying not to touch more of him. I felt dead things crawl over my skin, digging deeper and little pinches where he connected with my skin. I started to cry, but this didn't slow him down.

He drew back, only to attack my mouth. It was what I imagine to kiss a fish. Dead and slimy, but without the pincers. I couldn't stand this, to have him kissing me, so I started to fight. Of course, it didn't do much good apart from my arms to be consumed in that centre of his. I took the pain, helping me to keep awake, at least he kept it a peck, not a full kiss. I endured more of this, wiggling and kicking until I felt lightheaded. I didn't know what to do but fill my head with Michael.

Just as I began to imagine Michael, he drew back, his face bloody. God. He looked impressed and continued to stare as I put my hands over my lips and the side of my face. Wet. All of it warm and wet. I could feel the steady rush of my blood, the pressure helping a little. I couldn't speak, so I glared at him.

"Well…that was new. Don't worry; you're not dying on my watch. As long as you're useful" He returned towards the vent, and I didn't notice the bandages near the edge. Did he plan this?

"Use these. Use these and you will be fed" He turned to go, but I managed to shout at him first.

"Why? Michael will have you for this! Just leave me alone!" My words carried by the echoes, rebounding and repeating themselves.

"Why? There will be no Michael soon. A little surprise awaits your household" He left. Quickly dropping to the vent below and becoming a part of it.

I gathered the bandages, and applied to my face. It couldn't do much, but sit there, taking my head in my hands and cry.

Oh, Michael. Please be safe. Protect them.

Well then...see what I mean by weird and dark? I just had that idea and well...tell me what you thought! Did you hate it or love it? I have some sort of plans for THAT kiss, but we'l see in the next chapter soon, it all depends on your opinions :) Please review to tell me what you think, I really appreciate it!