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Chapter 27

My body was sore. Before I opened my eyes, I knew I was lying in a large bed soft bed. I forced my eyes to open, and tried to sit up, only to fall flat on my back.

"Keep still. Your body will be worn out for a while."

My eyes jumped open again at the sound of the voice.

"Jaiden!"

He was sitting by her side on the bed, a small smile on his face. His hand was warm in mine. I never wanted to let him go.

With all the strength I had, I shot up and wrapped my arms around his neck. We both held each other for several moments.

A cough in the room drew our attention.

At the end of the bed were Christian, Curtis, and Andrew.

"Well, don't stop on our account." Christian muttered, clearly amused.

We separated but still held out hands.

"What happened?" I asked.

"What do you remember?" Curtis asked.

I thought for a moment.

"I… I remember everyone fighting. Then He grabbed me… and I remember this power coming out of me…"

I looked to Jaiden. "What happened to me?"

Jaiden smiled at me. "That was the power that has always been inside you. The one that was hiding until you finally let it out. That power is what makes you our true queen."

"It felt as if someone else took over my body."

"In a way, that is what happened." Curtis said. "Someday, that power may finally be released forever."

I shuddered at the thought.

"But… what about Vlad? The Dark King? Is he finally dead?"

They exchanged glances.

"No. We followed your orders." Jaiden said.

"Wait, what orders? I didn't tell you anything."

"Yes you did. Right before you blacked out."

"What did I tell you?"

Curtis looked angry for a moment.

"We couldn't kill him. So we did as you instructed. At this moment, the Dark King is now in a coffin laced with silver. It would never kill him but it will keep him weak. He will have no access to blood. We have a team burying him several feet into the earth."

"Where is he being buried?"

"I'm sorry, but the only ones who will know that are the small team who are taking care of it. We are positive several of his followers are still lurking around and will do anything to bring him back to power."

I felt anger fill me up instantly.

"But why not tell me? I was the one who told you to do it!"

"Yes you did. And it was also you in your power that told us where to bury him. Maybe someday when your power fully matures, you will remember. But for now, I am sorry. I will not tell. Not even you, my Queen."

I looked away from Curtis, not wanting to exactly tell him I never wanted that power to fully take over me.

Jaiden looked to the men.

"Will you please give us a moment alone? "

Curtis nodded and he and Christian made their way to the door.

Andrew stood there. "I'll follow you guys in a moment."

They gave him a glance but continued out the door.

Me and Jaiden both looked to Andrew, wondering what he would say. Especially since the last time we were all together like this, things didn't exactly end well.

"I wanted to talk to you two before, but I never got the chance to tell you before all hell broke loose."

I tensed but Jaiden's expression didn't change.

"I… I am happy for you. For both of you. I hope one day I can be as happy with someone of my own. But I don't hate either of you. Please know that."

I let out a breath and smiled at him.

"Thank you Andrew. I'm sure the right girl will come along someday."

He gave me a small smile back.

"Yeah, well I'm alright with being the bachelor of the group until then."

Jaiden stood and gave his brother a quick hug.

"Thank you brother."

Andrew nodded and left, leaving me and Jaiden alone.

I sighed.

"Now what Jaiden? I mean, we finally got rid of him. But… something just doesn't feel right."

Jaiden sat back beside me and took my hands in his.

"I know. And after some time, we will finally have the peace we have been waiting for. Just give it some time for everything to fall into place."

"I… I'm scared Jaiden."

He leaned forward and kissed my forehead.

"Get some rest for now. Let us take care of things for now."

I sighed and leaned back into my pillow. Wanting just a few hours of peace before I started my rule as a Queen.

….

I woke up a few hours later feeling much better than before. I didn't like looking around the room and seeing I was alone. I got up and walked over to the closet to see if full of all sorts of clothes. I settled with a pair of jeans and a t-shirt.

Was I really that fast asleep they brought all this in and I didn't hear them?

Looking around the room, I saw I was in the same room Vlad kept me in. But new furniture had been brought in, making the room look more bright and less depressing. Black curtains still hung from the windows. The large fireplace was still there but on the opposite wall was a large TV with a DVD player and surround sound.

Wow… I really did sleep like the dead.

The door to the room opened and I turned, hoping to see Jaiden.

Instead, it was a middle-age looking woman. She had dark eyes and hair and a very kind looking face. She wore a very simple maid uniform that looked like it was from the 1800's.

She gave me a very friendly smile.

"Did you rest well, your Majesty?"

"I did. May I ask who are you?"

She curtsied. "My name is Monica. I am the head maid of this house. I am glad to finally make your acquaintance, your Majesty."

I blushed. "Well… I'm glad to meet you too. But there's no need to call me 'Your Majesty'. You can call me Brianna."

She continued smiling as she shook her head.

"I could not do that. You are above my station and I will address you as you are, your Majesty."

I opened my mouth to speak but thru the door came rushing two familiar individuals.

"Brianna!"

"Mary! Kristin!"

We all hugged and laughed.

"I thought I would never see you guys again!" I practically cried.

"Neither did we!" Said Kristin "We were so glad to hear you were ok."

"Come on!" Mary said, grabbing my hand. "Everyone wants to meet you!"

"Who?"

"Everyone in your kingdom!" Mary said, smiling. "They all want to meet their queen!"

"But-"

Before I could say anything else, they both pulled me out of the room.

As we walked out of the room and into the hall, I noticed all the changes that were being made. The place suddenly didn't seem so dark and depressing. All of the maids and workers seemed happy and all smiled at me.

Finally, we entered the throne room and my breath caught in my throat.

The room was filled with vampires and their brides. As soon as the door closed behind me, all eyes were on me. Mary and Kristin pushed me further into the room as Jaiden walked over to me. Standing in front of the throne room was Jaiden, Andrew, Christian, Curtis, and Daniel.

Jaiden walked over too me and took my hand, leading me to the front of the people. I looked over and saw there was only one throne now. Instead of the large black chairs was a single large white throne. It was beautiful.

Jaiden stood beside me, facing everyone in the room.

"All hail the Queen!" jaiden said, his voice echoing thru the room.

Everyone raised their wine glasses. I noticed while some people looked overjoyed while others hardly looked pleased.

Jaiden continued speaking

"Today begins the rule of our true ruler and destined Queen. Anyone who wishes to live and peace is more than welcome to embrace her and follow her. But if there is anyone who would wish to do her harm, know I will personally make sure that the person responsible will suffer a fate worse than death. It is now time for peace to reign. Follow her, and live in peace."

They all raised their glasses further in the air.

"All hail the queen!" They shouted.

I gave them a small smile.

I hope I know what I'm doing…

….

Later, when everyone finally left, I was alone in the throne room, sitting in the chair with nothing but my thoughts.

I don't know if I can do this…

"Is my Queen finally enjoying the silence of the room?"

I looked up and smiled at Jaiden.

"Its nice after you throwing me to the wolves like that."

"That was not my intention and you know it. The people needed to know who is now ruling over them. And all of them have been warned that none of the dark Kings followers will harm you."

"Yeah, some of them didn't look pleased to see me."

"I'm sad to say that some vampires don't like change. They will be stubborn, but they will eventually give in."

I sighed. "I… I don't know if I can do this Jaiden."

Jaiden knelt in front of me and took my hands.

"You are not alone here. We are all here to help you. All of us will stay by your side and be here whenever you need us."

"But… what if I mess up? What is he comes back? Or what if I turn out to be a horrible queen?"

He smiled and places his hand against my cheek.

"You are too worried about the future. Just wait and see. Things will be just fine Brianna."

I smiled and leaned into his hand, feeling much better with him comforting me.

"You're a lot less stuck up than when I first met you." I teased.

He laughed. "Before you, I never thought I would finally smile or laugh again. You opened my eyes for the first time in several centuries."

I laughed.

After a moment, his hand slipped away from my face.

"Do you remember when we first met? What you threatened to do to me after this was all over?"

I was confused until I saw him drop to his hands and knees.

"I beg your forgiveness for ever thinking you could not do this. You are indeed worthy to be my Queen and I beg that you forgive me. What could I ever do to make it up to you?"

I started laughing as he looked up at me.

"How did I know you would do that?"

"Because you know me so well now."

She giggled and wrapped her arms around him.

"Well… there is one thing I've always wanted to do…"

"And what is that?"

I leaned in and whispered into his ear.

He laughed.

"Your wish is my command, my Queen."

….

Next chapter will be the last for this story. I hope you all have enjoyed it