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Chapter Thirty
Trust

Sookies eyes glazed over at the sensation of surprisingly soft lips brushing against the vulnerable skin of her neck, her fingers naturally clenching against Eric's denim covered thigh as she fought back the urge to shudder. She should have felt vulnerable with his fangs so close to her throat, yet she didn't, in fact if anything she felt empowered that Eric was so desperate yet unwilling to harm her for her blood.

Instead of doing what a small part of her expected him to do which was to sink his fangs directly into her throat the moment she had told him she would willingly give him her blood, he was making sure she was comfortable.

It was a surprise.

Still she couldn't deny that it had her emotions running wild as she fought against the urge to glance towards Eric as his lips explored the base and column of her neck.

It was nice.

She couldn't say that it didn't feel good because it did. Similar to how Godric had ensured she had been comfortable before biting it relaxed her enough that she felt her entire body go lax, her breathing evening out as her eye lashes fluttered before they closed.

This side of him was strangely soothing.

"You have beautiful skin, Sookie."

Even though she knew it was meant as a compliment she couldn't help but laugh loudly at his comment.

"Really? You're complimenting my skin?" she giggled.

Feeling him smile against her throat she was disappointed to have missed seeing it. It was a rare occurrence that she saw such genuine emotion on his usually closed off features. Anger was an emotion she was familiar with, but something as positive as a smile she rarely got the opportunity to witness.

She squealed as he playfully nipped at her throat, shying away only for him to tug her closer. She laughed. Hearing Godric chuckle she tilted her head to the side only to grin when she caught sight of his amused expression as he stared at them with an expression that she could only describe as fond.

"Only a little, Eric," Godric reminded with an affectionate smile.

Eric grunted. Sookie could almost see him rolling his eyes in response to Godric's comment. "I have perfect control, Godric."

Feeling a large hand gently cup her chin Sookie sighed as she felt the light drag of familiar fangs against her neck. She hummed approvingly, closing her eyes at the feel of the pointed tips before she gasped loudly as she felt them cut smoothly into her skin.

Her answering groan would have had her flushing had she not been bombarded with such delight, so similar yet strangely different to what she had felt with Godric.

"Christ," she murmured, lips parting before she felt herself tense.

"Careful," it was Godric who was suddenly at her side, lips against the shell of her ear while Eric went still. "Relax."

Leaning towards the sound of his voice Eric went with the movement, fangs still deeply embedded into her neck. Godric felt his lips curve as he felt the pure bliss his childe was feeling through the bond. It wasn't a surprise, Sookies blood was intoxicating.

"Feels good," she murmured, drawing a deep breath as Eric took a particularly long mouth-full, "feels really good."

Godric chuckled, moving a hand to brush away a few blonde curls from her neck. Holding her as she shuddered Godric couldn't help but feel himself grow harder at the sight of such a beautiful woman flushed and panting under the actions of his childe, Eric's eyes closed in pure bliss as he drew slow mouthfuls, clearly wishing to savour the taste and experience of being so close to a willing Sookie.

Her arousal was so potent he could almost taste it in the air.

He listened to her heartbeat, taking care not to allow her to lose more blood than was healthy. It wasn't until he noticed the strange but familiar rosey tint to Eric's pale cheeks that he murmured lightly, just loud enough to grab his childes attention.

It was a relief when Eric pulled away so easily, his eyes black with hunger as he ran his tongue over the slightly raised puncher wounds, lazily circling them with the thick muscle. He took the time to savour the taste on his lips with an expression of lust and bewilderment.

Never before had he tasted something so…unique, and he had experienced his fair share of both men and women.

It only made the thought of another vampire either below or above his rank with the exception of Godric knowing just how truly delicious Sookie tasted that invoked the aggressive and possessive aspects of his nature. She was his, theirs. Her virgin neck had only been previous sampled by his maker.

As far as he was concerned that was how it was going to stay.

She was theirs.

That was never going to change.

It was Sookies soft "thank you" that had him glancing down at the flushed beauty, Sookie still pressed against his chest as she struggled to catch her breath while his maker gently ran his fingers through her now undone hair. He could not help but enjoy their proximity, this evening having gone far better than either he or Godric could have predicted.

"For what, lover?"

Sookie gave him an airy smile. "For keeping your word, you were gentler than I expected," she sighed.

Godric chuckled. "Was it your intention to balance her on the edge of pleasure, Eric?" he quirked a brow, amusement sinking into his tone at Eric's surprise. It may not have showed on his strong features but it was impossible for Eric to hide anything from him when it came to their shared bond.

It simply couldn't be done.`

The truth was that Eric was indeed surprised. It was common knowledge amongst fang-bangers that the vampire could control the humans pleasure through a bite, making it as pleasurable or as painful as they desired. It could be an extremely pleasurable bite if that was the vampires intention, but it could also being incredible excruciating.

When he had fed from Sookie he admittedly held no motive as to whether it would be pleasurable or not in his mind, just painless. It was clear it had reduced Sookie to an overly relaxed state, his lips quirking in a familiar signature smirk as he stared at the bubbly blonde in amusement.

He quirked a brow, "am I in trouble?" he grinned, flashing freshly cleaned fangs. He did not plan to allow a drop of her blood to go to waste.

Godric rolled his eyes fondly. It had been so long since he had seen his childe act so relaxed. Sookie would be good for the both of them it seemed. It wouldn't be a surprise if the telepath brought out Eric's more affectionate side. Eric may still feel the need to close himself off to the world but Godric didn't doubt that it wouldn't be long until Sookie had him comfortable enough to no longer feel the need to.

He had raised Eric to never show weakness. That had been a mistake.

"I don't think you're going to get your turn tonight, Godric."

They both watched fondly as Sookie curled closer towards Eric's chest, one of her hands resting against his stomach while the other didn't stray from where it had been resting against Godric's thigh. Her breathing had evened out enough so that it was clear she was out for the count unless one of them chose to wake her. Neither felt the urge to disturb her sleep.

"I can wait," he murmured in response. He had not been lying to Sookie when he had informed her he did not need to consume blood as often as younger vampires. His age allowed him that luxury. "How did you find her taste?"

Eric felt his erection twitch at the memory, "she tasted like nothing I have ever experienced before. How is that possible, you believe her to be of the Fae race and yet I have consumed their blood? There are differences."

"She is only partly Fae. The dilution in her blood allows us to fully savour the taste without being overcome with bloodlust. If I asked you, could you describe exactly how a fae tasted?"

Eric thought back, attempting to put his memories into words. "I can't," he admitted, surprised.

"And Sookie's?"

"Addicting, yet it has a sweet element I have not experienced before" he replied instantly.

Godric nodded expectantly. "She is a rarity, for a fae to fully conceive with a human is an occurrence I would not have believed possible even with the aid of magic. Her telepathy is clearly a side effect of her heritage."

Godric made a mental note to make some calls. He would need to be secretive yet subtle when it came to asking certain questions, not wishing to draw attention to Sookie's own ability, however, it would have to be an incredibly stupid vampire to make an attempt to take her from them. He may no longer see himself as a violent man, but when it came to his telepath he would not allow anyone to bring harm to the beautiful blonde.

He would protect her with his life, as would Eric.

"Pam has requested that she take Sookie shopping tomorrow night," Eric mentioned, his own fingers brushing against soft skin. He could feel the heat from her sun tan radiating through their physical connection. It was a pleasing sensation he rarely experienced with a human.

"And Sookie agreed?"

"She will." Eric didn't doubt that. It was not a secret that Sookie had a soft spot for his childe, however, it was very much a surprise to discover that the feeling went both ways. "Pam is known for getting what she wants."

"She is spoilt."

Eric couldn't deny that. "She makes up for it in loyalty."

"Have you heard anything more from Sophie-Ann?"

Eric's mood instantly soured at the mention of his so-called queen. "She is still attempting to tap my phones and computer, however, seems unaware that I have a separate device both for work and my personal affairs. Compton is currently staying at her residence for whatever reason; my spy has discovered nothing other than the fact Sophie-Ann is very displeased with him."

Godric pursed his lips, "and your spy is to be trusted?"

"I have an arrangement with him along with his maker. They would be incredibly foolish to betray me; especially since his maker is under the impression I will soon become king. It would be in his best interest to remain on my side rather than the Queens."

"If it comes down to her wishing to forcibly take Sookie you understand her being dethroned would be necessary."

"I am aware," Eric continued to stare at his lover with an intense expression. He hoped Sophie-Ann wouldn't be so foolish as to push him past the point where he could remain loyal to her. He may follow her orders with a respect he did not feel for her, yet when it came to Sookie he would draw the line to simply bowing down and allowing himself to hand her over to the spoilt bitch who had no right to sit upon a throne.

Sookie was more than a valuable asset to him now; had been for a while now.

It wasn't until it became apparent they would have to leave in order to seek shelter for the day that Eric scooped a still sleeping Sookie into his arms before taking her towards the master bedroom, his fingers tingling as he held her close all the while his mind raced with thoughts of how much trust she had placed in him just hours ago.

She had allowed him to feed from her willingly, without the involvement of sex because she trusted him to keep her safe.

Pulling her tighter against his chest he narrowed his eyes at the reminder of how carelessly Compton had treated her. Neither Godric nor he would make the same mistake. They would protect her, care for her, support her. She may be a valuable asset but it was clear even without her useful gift she proved to be important to him.

Godric had been right; he wouldn't be satisfied with just sex now.

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