Eve's pov
It's amazing what one can accomplish in a single night, especially when one does not sleep. We had successfully raided a zoo where my grandfather, uncle and cousin – convenient that it had an aviary section - found the animals that best represented them. After taking a blood sample from each, we next broke into an aquarium to obtain the final blood sample for my aunt. The whole trip had taken us a little over four hours to complete. Now we were racing back to the coven quickly, David eager to get me home before my mother could freak out and hunt him down. I tried to assure him that she currently had, other, things on her mind, but he drove at a break speed all the same. And also I simply did not wish to be in the coven with my parents at this time. Don't get me wrong I love my parents, more than there are words to describe. But having this special connection to them was not always a good thing. I had already seen far more of my parents tonight than I would like to tonight. I truly did not wish to see anymore, at least not in that way. There was also one other reason. Yet another new emotion I was discovering for the first time. I was experiencing my first crush, and the object of it was the man currently next to me in the driver's seat. I don't know how to properly explain it. All I know is that I constantly think of him. I feel somewhat lightheaded and hot whenever I'm near him and always get nervous when he speaks to me. Plus I find myself constantly trying to fix my hair and clothes. It was weird, I haven't even known him for more than a week but my heart flutters at the mere sound of his voice. Maybe this was normal, like when a handsome knight rescues the damsel and she falls in l-love with him. Yes that must it, but even telling myself that. I still get all tingly inside when he looks at me.
I had been so lost in thought of him that I hadn't realized that we were already back. As we walked back into the coven I made a mental note to conceal my fast growing infatuation. The last thing I wanted was my parents finding out that I had more than 'friendship feelings' for someone so much older than me. My mother must have sense me coming because she was already waiting for me. Ever since meeting her I had always found her beautiful. But now she was radiant, almost glowing with a serenity that was breathtaking. I guess her alone time with father must be the cause of it. She smiled and not just me but everyone was taken aback as she welcomed me home. I wanted to run into her arms like a little girl but I held back. She was so, Majestic and beautiful, yet frighteningly strong to me. Like an angel of destruction. I wanted to be like her, to have her strength and her love. "I take it that everything went well." She said snapping me from mu reverie. "Hell yeah it did. I am so ready to do this," Blaire answer energetically. "I take it that everything went well on your end also?" asked Aunt Maria. A smile ghosted my mother's lips for but a fraction of a second before it was gone again. "More or less, come along then, we have much to discuss." With that mother turned and led us to what well soon become known as the council chamber. Father was waiting for us and smiled as we entered the room, although I think most of it was directed at mom. He hugged me tightly and his warmth was so soothing I didn't want to let him go. Never in my life did I ever think that I would get this lucky. That freeing my mother would lead to this moment, to this much happiness. Mom cleared her throat to get our attention, apparently me and my father had slipped into our own little world. The rest of my family just stood there smiling at us. My father straightened up and cleared his throat. "Right so um we should get this thing started now, right." He said looking at mom. She rolled her eyes at him then became serious. This was the side of her that I had first met, the cold and distant vampiress. After everyone was seated around a large circular mahogany table, the first council meeting began. It consisted of just the members of my family, my mother and father, my grandfather Jonathan, Uncle Andre, Aunt Maria and my cousin Blaire.
"So was everyone successful" my father was the first to speak. Everyone gave him a satisfied nod. "And what did you guys get then?"
"For me, I chose the creature that best exemplifies the characteristic I live by, family, loyalty and respect as you well know. So my choice was the Lion" said my grandfather. My dad looked shock and impress at the same time. My mom just looked amused like she had somehow guest it already and he just confirmed it. She was far more perceptive than I realized, this could be bad for me.
"Well I chose a lizard, an Iguana to be exact. Everyone – except mother – looked at him a little puzzled. Except Blaire how gave him a more 'get away from me you perverted stalker' kind of look. Uncle rolled his eyes dramatically, "C'mon is nobody seeing how awesome they are. Lizards are the top of the respective food chains. They smarter, stronger and possess healing abilities second to none. They're apex predator's people." He vented and if I knew alot about lizards I would've agreed, but I didn't.
"Come now brother, no one is objecting to your choice." Aunt Maria tried to soothe him, which worked and uncle began to relax. "And what was your choice?" mother asked her. She paused a moment then said. "Well I gave our overall goal some thought. We will be heading into war and wars are not always fought on land. The military is divided into three main groups, land, sea and air. Therefore I decided to cover the group I know best with what I know best." Uncle Andre rolled his eyes at her. "She's planning to create a race of Free Willie people." He snickered, receiving a resentful glare from her. "I did not criticize your choice now did I? And I'll have you know that since Orca's are mammals, my chances of a successful conversion are higher than yours. Furthermore Orca's are the apex predators of the seas. You would do well to respect them." She seethed; he raised his hands in surrender. "Anyway please leave the seas to me. I have always wanted to put an end to mankind's rampant pollution of our oceans. Now I will have the power to do so."
"OK my turn now." Blaire declared, to eager to wait any longer. The one thing I was sure about with my cousin is that she just wants to have fun. She didn't care about all this humanity and monsters stuff. To her mortals and immortals were like six and half-a-dozen, the same exact thing. Earlier tonight when I had asked her why she wanted to become immortal, she said. 'Because I wanna be hot forever, besides if you really think about it. Every good person has darkest within them. Just as every bad person is capable of good. So it really doesn't matter one shit what you are'. She had this weird way of making sense to me. "So, since we already got a whole ton of land monsters, and now that we got sea monsters too. That leaves only one territory unclaimed." Uncle Andre releases a loud sigh of exasperation. "Open that hole in your face that makes words and I'mma slap a brick in your balls the next time you're asleep Uncle." Aunt Maria chastised Blaire for her rudeness towards her uncle while trying and somewhat falling not to laugh. I really want her to teach me how she comes up with that stuff. How she could be so rude yet so funny at the same time. "Anyway, like I was saying. The sky would be totally undefended right. So I picked something that would cover that weak spot. And that awesome creature is a Peregrine falcon." My mother made a low humming sound in her throat. "Why that one, could you not have chosen a larger bird of prey, like an eagle." Blaire just chuckled in her throat then folded her legs under her as she sat. "Nah I love falcons. Peregrines can fly at up to two hundred miles an hour. Not to mention do a whole bunch of other cool shit. But then again, none of this is gonna mean crap if we can't activate this pure strain thing in us." Everyone then fell into murmured agreement.
"There's no need to worry about that. Selene and I managed to get in contact with her source. We've arranged a meeting with him for tomorrow at noon." Everyone was surprised but delighted at the news. Blaire did a fist pump while I kind of just stared at my parents. Who was this source, wait before that. I wasn't expecting them to actually do anything tonight. I thought they'd be otherwise, you know, occupied at the time. "So now that that's covered, let's move on. Selene and I discussed this at great lengths and this is what we have so far. Once we acquire the necessary information and you all have been turned into, well we'll work on a name for them later. We will enter stage two – divide and siege." Said my father, clearly they had given this a great deal of thought. "Um, isn't it divide and conquer?" I asked puzzled. My mother smiled at me, the warm tingle was back in my chest. "No sweetheart. Conquering would mean winning and we simply do not possess the resources to do so. So we will lay siege to theirs." She clarified, receiving an understanding nod from the others. "However there's another problem we must address before that." Father took the lead again. "This coven is far too small to support that massive influx of people we're about to get, both in ability to feed such numbers as well as to house them. The incoming vampires and lycans will already prove quite taxing, but we may have a solution, and a crazy one at that." He said. Grandfather cupped his chin in his hand, "Go on, let's hear it then." But the one who answered him was mom. "Humans have a tendency to band together when they face a collective threat. And this will certainly be counted as such. This is where the divide part of our plan comes into play. Once you all are made immortal – should you survive that is – you'll be sent into the other continents to establish your own races. Of course you will be aided in the beginning." Everyone was shocked to say the least. I couldn't quite wrap my head around what she was saying, and I wasn't the only one. "What exactly do you mean by that," Aunt Maria questioned. "Well, in order to prevent the humans from unifying – like the US and China – we'll attack each of them separately yet at the same time. For instance, we – being the vampires and lycans – will focus our attentions here in Asia. While each one of you will begin taking over another continent" she explained to us. "Wait you saying we get our own continent." Blaire exclaimed almost falling out of her chair. "Yes precisely. Now it's just a matter of which one you wish to invade." This just got a whole lot bigger than I could have imagined. Now they were heatedly discussing which landmass they wanted. In the end it was decided that my grandfather was to take the United States, which would later include Canada and Alaska. My Uncle took Africa, as he could fulfill his dream. My Aunt would take the free oceans but would also take Australia as her main base. She liked the reefs there. And my cousin took South and Central America, which she was already planning to rename. Once there arrived at their destinations. They would be aided in setting up there first base, then they would be on their own. They all wholeheartedly agreed to this plan. "And what do we do about food. I couldn't help but notice that we each chose a predator species. So it stands to reason that like other immortals, our survival will be dependent on blood would it not." Grandfather raised that point. But of course my mother already had a plan for such a contingency. "Actually we vampires were already working on a solution to that particular problem a decade ago. We were trying to create cloned blood. It would have been our biggest cash crop as well as rid us of our dependency on human blood. We plan on resuming that research now." My mother could handle anything, and then my father took over. "Once you're settled, we'll establish some form of safe communication with you. Then you can start building your own covens. Target essential people first, like people who know who to fight such as police, soldiers and martial artist. To help you build up the strength of your coven. Then gather people who can gather information, journalist, private investigators, learn as much as you can. Build up and train your warriors while learning the in layout of your territory," Father explained. "And how long is all this suppose to take. Cause it sounds like it'll take a while.' Uncle Andre said ruefully. "We plan for it to take about five years, which really won't feel all that long once you're immortal." Mom said nonchalantly. "After that w will hold another council to prepare for phase three." It made sense to end it here for now; this was alot to take in at once. But to think they had planned this far ahead in one night. My parents were simply incredible and I felt privileged to call them mine. "So to conclude this meeting, for now our main focus is to make you guy's immortal, for that we need to make contact with Selene's source tomorrow. Then it will be on to stage two. So any questions, if not then let's call it a night." No one seemed to have any so father brought the meeting to a close.
We headed to our respective quarters to rest for the day ahead. I had my own room beside my parent's room. I mean c'mon, I am not a child; I'm more than capable of sleeping on my own. Plus it would just be weird, what if I saw them naked or something, which would be so wrong on so many levels. The next morning was the most peaceful one I've ever had. No one disturbed me so I got to experience sleeping in, it was glorious. I showered and put on the new cloths – probable from my mother - that were left on my nightstand. There was also a bag of blood there which I drank, I had gotten quite use the taste. I then went in search of my parents, being greeted and bowed to by the vampires I passed. I found them in the main hall going over a group of vampires with David. There goes my heart doing that stupid pitter-patter thing again. I tried to address them normally but of course my voice went just an octave higher when I said David's name. And of course my mother noticed it, why did she have to be so perceptive. She smiled sweetly at me but said nothing, much to my relief. "So what's going on here?" I asked trying to get my mind off its current topic. "We evaluating the vampires that your mother will begin training." David said, and then leaned in close to whisper in my ear. "So far though she is not impressed." He said softly and I had to struggle not to hyperventilate at his closeness. "Eve, come over here please." Mother said with that same smile as before. Oh god she knew, she totally knew I had a crush. I went over to her, keeping my eyes on the floor. "Now listen to me carefully young lady." I waited with baited breath for her to out me on my immature feelings. But instead she said. "As my daughter I will train you harder than the others so you should prepare yourself of it. You are a descendant of Corvinus after all; great things will be expected of you. And as my daughter you will exceed those expectations." She said the words with such pride that I was left speechless. Then she placed her hands on my shoulders and lowered herself to my height. Clearly her next words were meant only for me. "Furthermore, I am fully aware and understand your feelings towards David." Dear god I hope I'm not blushing like an idiot right now. But mom made it so that her back was shielding me from view. "He is quite attractive and he has been very kind to you. So it's easy to see why you care for him. However you are simply too young for such things, so for now focus on your training for it will be gruelling. I will not be your mother while training you; I cannot afford be soft on you. Do you understand?" I nodded in understanding. "One day when you are much, much older, you will have my blessing to pursue such things. Although we will need to find a way to gently break it to your father when the times comes, men can be quite incentive to these things." she said smiling and I couldn't help but smile to. I hugged my mother fiercely. Almost ecstatic at my first motherly advice moment with her and I could tell she felt the same. Dad came over and placed a hand on each of our shoulders. "Can I get in on this, or is it girls only." He said smiling warmly and I giggled. "Sorry dad, girls only" I said and mom just shrugged while father put on a fake look of hurt. Then I hugged him too. Then David cleared his throat to get our attention and my mother's face was a cold mask once more. The rest of the morning I watched my mother - with the help of David – assess the vampires fighting ability and make plans on how to train them. My father went off with Olivia the woman who treated me to establish the coven's medical division. As they were fellow healers, they traded many methods and techniques and also started to train others. When noon drew near it was time for us to go meet this source mom was talking about. I had to change into a canary yellow summer dress with red sunflowers on it. Mother also wore a dress, something she says she hasn't done in three hundred years. Even my father was actually wearing a shirt under his jacket, which was a first for me. He said that since we were heading into the heart of the city it was best to dress casually. We were on the road a few minutes later and my body hummed with excitement. This was our first family trip and I couldn't stop bouncing in the back seat, which of course did not escape my parent's notice. But they said nothing, only smiling as we drove on. I asked questions about everything we passed and they answered each one. I waved at another child in the backseat of her parent's car and she waved back. Then we arrive at our destination, a small restaurant in a not very populated part of the city. My mother took my hand and led my inside and not one person looked at us. OK maybe they took glances at my mom because she was so beautiful. But that was it; no one could tell that we were not human. Not even when they place a piece of sliver in our hands or shone UV light on them. Once through we went to a window seat to wait for the source, which wasn't long. I gasped as he slid into our isolated booth, of course it was him. "Well I have say it was definitely a surprise to hear from you Selene. And it's good to see you doing well." He addressed me and I nodded "It's good to see you too, and thank you for helping us back then." I said. "So your detective Sebastian, It's good to finally meet you. I'm Michael Corvinus, Eve's father." Father held his hand out to shake his hand. The detective took it and they shook firmly. "So your Michael, forgive me but I read up on you from when you and Selene when captured, and you gave your daughter a name, which is good to hear. It's a very nice name." Sebastian said giving me a soft smile. "Anyway, about what we discussed last night, were you successful." Mother said getting straight to the point. "Yes I was, although it had its difficulties." He said as he pulled a large yellow envelop from his jacket and passed it to my mom. She took it and opened it. Inside were two hard drives and some documents."That list contains the names of some very important people and political figures that are all tied to antigen in some way. Plus all the other antigen branches around the country. The two drives contain a copy of all the information we took from antigen after you single-handedly destroyed it. Which I still can't believe by the way, even though I was there." mom just rolled her eyes at his compliment and dad kiss her on the cheek. "Thank you, for everything. But there is one more favour I'd like to ask of you." Said mom to which the detective looked surprise. "If it's something I can do then I'll give it a shot." He carefully replied. "I would like you to monitor your superiors and report back to me on their plans. Raids, locations of covens and dens they may know, any plans to do with non-humans in fact, I would like to know about them as soon as possible." The Detective looked greatly taken aback by this request, and he should. Even father looked a little shocked by it. "Are you asking me to become your spy? Do you realize what you're asking me to do here? I could be thrown in jail or worse if I'm discovered." He said leaning toward her to keep his voice low. "I know" my mom said calmly. "Then why would you ask me to do such a thing?" he said. "Because I know you will, for forcing your wife to kill herself during the purge. It's why you helped me then; it's why you're helping me now. And it's why you will continue to help me. Furthermore you will be rewarded for your deeds. I would not just ask this of you," She said with certainty. "And what would this reward of yours be huh." he asked a little harshly. But mom just smiled. "Revenge and immortality," was all she said. Sebastian looked stunned for a second then started laughing. "Well now, that's pretty damn hard to say no to. And when would you make me immortal" he jested. "Right now if you wanted to, plus if the bite comes from me then there's no fear of being discover. As you would be immune to sunlight as well, who knows, you may even find love again someday." She replied regally. It was clear from the look on his face that that last line really got to him. He looked at mother with resolute eyes. "You've got yourself a deal then." Mom smiled as he took the handshake she offered. "I'm actually surprised you didn't ask what she wanted this information for." Father addressed the detective. "Heh I figured she was planning to launch a full on war with the lycans." Sebastian said, shrugging as he took a drink of water. Mom and dad exchanged a look then nodded at each other. "Actually" they said in unison, making him look up from his glass. "It's going to be a war with the humans, not the lycans." Dad corrected him. He went wide eyed and started choking on his drink. "Wait what. But I thought-" my mom decided to cut in. "Actually, regarding the lycans. Michael has decided to make them work for him. To have them help us win this oncoming war. But we're still going to kill the ones responsible for our imprisonment. Make no mistake of that." She explained to him and he nodded. "So what now, it's not a good idea to stay any longer. The staff might get suspicious as to why you guys aren't eating anything, even if you passed the test at the front door." Sebastian advised and my parents agreed. "Let's go back to the coven then. We can discuss this in greater detail now that you're on broad. And see to your membership into our ranks." My father said and we all stood to leave. Sebastian paid for his meal, realizing that it was to be his last human meal. We left the restaurant and where once again on the road, Sebastian close behind us.
For now I simply forgot about everything and enjoyed a nice drive with my mother and Father. The two most incredible parent's in the world, well to me anyway.
TBC