A/N: In my story, the current magister is not the short bald man we all knew him to be. In my story, the magister doesn't die and I picture him as Michael Fassbender ;) I'm also thinking that he will be Isabel's love interest, but of course if you guys have an objection to that, I might change it. One of my readers asked me if Pam and Eric would be in the same danger as Godric with the Russell/Roderick situation and the answer is no. Russell hasn't the slightest clue that Eric is Godric's child, which is why when Eric kills Talbot he has his own vendetta against him. Now, the song for this chapter is one I recently discovered and it is freaking awesome. It seems like something out of the 60's or 70's which is what I love about it and I think it fits this chapter perfectly :) Now, on to the story.
Chapter Song: Moneygrabber by Fitz and the Tantrums
Chapter 16: But Now You've Got To Make It On Your Own
They arrived at the magister's home in New York City just an hour after the Austin incident. Galen found herself in awe of the vampire's home. It was unlike anything she'd ever witnessed before.
The magister's home looked similar to the New york Public Library but it was obviously a home instead. The magister had Weres and some other creatures guarding his home. As they walked up the marble stairs to the front door, a Were stepped forward eying them curiously.
"State your names and purpose." he said, his voice deep and steely.
"Isabel Romero de Valdez, Godric Ascelinus, and Galen Frost. We are here to see Magister Leonidas Palamara." Godric said rather officially.
Galen tugged at her lip. Her name had sounded so plain in comparison to Isabel, Godric, and the magister's name. She wished her name could roll off the tongue as the others' had.
The Were guard, who they later found out was named Andreas, pressed two fingetrs to the small machine and relayed what Godric had just said to an unknown source. Seconds later Andreas nodded and told them they could go through.
If Galen was awed by the outside of Magister Palamara's house, she was even more awed byt he inside of it. It was absolutely beautiful. From the inside of his home, one could deduce that he was rich but not awfully showy. It was rich looking in the most simplistic of ways.
A tall man who might have been just as tall as Eric stood at the center of the two winding staircases. He had dark brown hair that was slightly wavy and styled away from his face. His eyes were the most beautiful dark blue Galen had ever seen. Dark thick eyelashes covered his eyes and his lips were what every girl dreamed lips could be: slightly pink and almost pouty.
His skin was tanned in a way only being outside could give someone and vampirism had not taken that away. He wore a rich black suit with a white dress shirt underneath and dark black Armani shoes to go with it. Through his suit, Galen could see that this man had muscles to die for and she could only imagine what was going through Isabel's mind at the moment.
"Godric! Isabel! It has been too long! This is your progeny, Galen, I assume?" he announced, his voice echoing off the walls in the home.
"Yes, this is, magister. And I agree. It has been too long." Godric replied with a genuine smile. Through their bond, Galen could feel that Godric genuinely like the magister and that chased away any worries she might have had about the man.
Whilst Galen was lost in her thoughts, the magister had found his way in front of them, kissing each of them on the cheek in greeting. "Well, Godric, you didn't tell me Galen was so beautiful! Naughty boy." The magister said jovialy.
Galen blushed and smiled back at him. Godric laughed to himself. "Of course, magister."
"This is no place for formalities, Godric, my boy! You and I are equals! There is no hierarchy here!" he replied.
"It is wonderful to see you again, Leo, though I do wish it was under more pleasant circumstances." Isabel said sombrely.
"Of course! As do I, most beautiful Isabel. Now, why don't we take this somewhere a more private?" Leo replied.
They followed him through his lovely home until they got to something that resembled a rather simple parlor. Leon indicated that they should sit.
"Now, I did issue an edict that restricted anyone from harming you three, Godric. I will extend that edict to your other progeny, Sheriff Eric Northman and his progeny Pamela Swynford. I know of his mission to seek revenge for him human family, and whilst I don't condone the killing of another vampire, I understand his reasons wholeheartedly." Leon explained.
So, he knew that Eric Northman had killed Russell Edgington's consort, Talbot Malakis. Godric remembered the voicemail he'd received from Eric when they'd arrived in New York City.
"Russell Edgington and Roderick Delgado wish to overthrow you, Leo. I'm sure by now you've heard that the centralized Authority may offer Godric the position as new magister here in North America and a position on the High Council." Isabel replied.
"I, of course, do not wish to take either offer. I would rather not have the responsibility." Godric said.
Galen sat observing the three. It was as if they had known each other for ages. She made up her mind then that she liked the magister. He was a nice guy thus far. Then, an idea struck her.
"Godric, what if you and Magister Palamara ruled as magisters together? You two could share the responsibility and the position on this High Council. I'm sure Russell Edgington and Roderick Delgado wouldn't with two magisters." she said softly but firmly.
Godric looked at her thoughtfully, as did Leonidas Palamara. Isabel looked slightly stunend that she hadn't thought of this idea in the first place. Seeing their expressions, Galen started to speak again.
"Magister Palamara-"
"Leo, my dear." he interjected.
"Leo," she said. "You could alert the Authority of this plot to overthrow you and them and they could punish Edgington and Delgado for high treason. Isn't there a punishment for that?"
Isabel sighed. "There is. The punishment is five hundred years imprisoned in a silver coffin with no blood and beheading upon release."
"Such a smart progeny you have created, Godric. I am glad to have met her." Leo said.
For the rest of the night, they talked of what could be done against the King of Mississippi and the King of Texas and by the end of the night, Galen felt safer than she had in a long time.
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He had gone mad.
Positively, stark raving mad.
Russell Edgington had murdered Nan Flanagan and newsreporter Adam Gates on national television by way of ripping out their spines simultaneously. Neither had saw it coming or had a chance to defend themselves.
He then proceeded to make a rather lengthy speech on how humans could never be equal to vampires and that vampires would destory all of humanity.
All Galen, Leo, Isabel, and Godric could do was look on in shock at the flat screen they'd been watching the news on. Just then, Andreas came into the room.
"Magister Palamara, I have just recieved news that the King of Texas, Roderick Delgado, is dead. Russel Edgington murdered him just before he showed up on the news here." he announced.
Galen felt like she might fall over. Russell Edgington had killed Roderick moments before killing Nan Flanagan and Adam Gates.
"He's a fucking lunatic." Galen whispered numbly.
"He must be punished." Leo said seriously, his voice positively cold.
"That no longer is an option," Isabel replied. "He wants a war with the Authority. Well, dammit, we'll give him one."
A/N: WELL! What do you guys think about that? And the plot thickens :) What do you guys think of Leo? This chapter sort of took on a mind of its own and I am downright loving it! Still short, I know, but I'm working on it :) Reviews make me write !