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Ok previously on Unexpected Beginnings

We reached the car that still safely held Eric's coffin but by this time Godric's skin started to redden. I immediately became worried as there was only one coffin. What was going to happen to Godric as I am sure that he wouldn't last until we get to the hotel. Before I could make any suggestions Godric using his vamp speed open Eric's coffin and squeezed in with him. I am not entirely sure how he fit but the lid closed back up and they were both safe.

Without any hesitation I closed the boot and jumped into the driver's seat to make my way back to the hotel.

And now onto Chapter 12 :)

Chapter 12

Driving back to the hotel I became increasingly worried. What is going to happen to us now that Godric left the fellowship? Everyone there saw me with him and now I am afraid that I am going to become a target as well. Continuing my drive to the hotel I found myself paranoid. Looking over my shoulder more often then I should to see if I was being followed or god forbid attacked. Luckily the drive didn't take too long and I was pulling up at the hotel before I knew it.

Stepping out of the car two employees came out to help me with the coffin. Little did they know, it was now filled with two vampires. I gave a chuckle at their thoughts, wondering how large this one might be as I followed them up to mine and Eric's room. I thanked the two men and gave them a tip each. It couldn't off been easy to cart those two around.

Surveying the room I find it quiet, which is a big change from how my life has been lately. With all the work I have been doing for Eric it seems as though I barely have a moment of clarity and/or peace before the next issue comes trotting along. Don't get me wrong Eric is a great boss and friend but I miss the times I could sit at a table and read a book or even reflect on my life. Seeing as I am still pumped with adrenaline it doesn't seem likely that I will be able to rest anytime soon I decided that I would grab one of my beloved novels and read. I have always enjoyed reading as it helps me escape to a different reality, a different time. I don't have to worry about being the freak who can hear people's thoughts, I don't have to worry about vampire politics, I can just be the character.

I sat on the armchair in the corner of the main room and opened my book to where I last left off, and I began reading about a heroine who is striving for her love and life.

The next thing I know I am waking up to the sounds of Eric and Godric talking. I can't believe I slept till nightfall. Looking over at Godric and Eric I noticed that whatever they are talking about Eric seems to have become distraught. In all the time I have known Eric he has never been anything more than cool and collected. So whatever they are discussing must be big. They are talking fast and low so I can barley comprehend what they are saying; I am just catching a few snippets here and there.

"Godric please.."

"Eric.. I.. live like… I'm sorry"

"You can't.. to me"

I find myself listening for any clue that can tell me what is going on. Eric seems to be pleading to Godric about something. Again this is very out of character for Eric. I sit up straighter on my chair, the movement I have made must have alerted them to the fact I am awake.

"Hey, is everything alright" I ask. I need to know everything will be alright. Eric has become such a big part in my life and Godric, well he is another story but not one I want to end just yet.

"Sookie, my dear, how are you?" Godric asks. His question shocks me. Shouldn't I be the one asking him that? He was the one that has willingly allowed himself to be captured by the fellowship and was the one who was going to die.

"How can you ask me that Godric? You were going to kill yourself for people who could care less about you. What about Eric, because as far as I can tell he is shocked that you even considered doing it" I don't know what possessed me to go out on a rant like this but Godric really needed to think of those around him before doing something like that.

"Sookie is right Godric; I don't know what I would do without you around. You are my maker and for that we will always have a connection. I don't know how I would continue to live without you around"

"Sookie, Eric, I know that you both don't approve of my decision but I have had enough. The pain and torment that vampires are bringing to this world is the same pain I have dealt out in the past. The longer I live, I realise that I shouldn't be continuing to. I have caused more harm than both of you know and to see this pain that still exists and is always going to exist just makes me want to give something back to hopefully end some of it". Godric said most of this speech with regret and sadness is his eyes.

I stepped towards Godric and placed my hand on his cheek. His eyes met mine and I could see them filling with bloody tears. "Godric, don't you see that in giving your life it won't change anything" saying this softly I continued "Humans are as blood thirsty as vampires, this is something that will not change. But if you stay and fight for your cause, for something you believe in then the world can change just as both vampires and humans can change to create a better world"

During my talk Godric's tears began to fall. I glanced over at Eric and noticed his were the same; he also had a thankful look in his eyes. I could tell he was grateful for my talk with Godric and talking him down from the metaphorical ledge.

I pulled Godric in for a hug leaving one arm out for Eric. They both needed this in this moment. After our hug I grabbed their hands and pulled them towards Eric's bed. Releasing their hands I crawled up the bed into the middle and patted each side for them to come lay down with me. Although I have only been away for a few hours I am emotionally exhausted. Eric and Godric jump on the bed and each embrace me, who might I say in now in the middle of a vampire sandwich. I peck each of them on the cheek and close my eyes hoping that all will be well when I wake.

I hope you all enjoyed this long awaited chapter.

And remember to R&R :)

Until next time x