Disclaimer: Here we go next chapter. In New York, news of the Salvatore Brother's rescuing of their brother Lucian has reached the Nighstalkers. To add to this, the traitor among the Bureau's top operatives comes to revelation. Kazuya breaks free of his captivity in a shocking maneuver and moves to silence this individual. While this transpires, Rosette finds herself facing a possible assassination plot.
In Egypt, tragedy has struck the Order of the Cross in the form of the death of Captain Reznov. Unfortunately our heroes have no time for grievances. Just as the pack makes a discovery, agents of LOD launch an all-out assault. Their target: The tomb allegedly containing Klaus' body. Michael leads his wolf pack as they fight in a massive melee where the winner determines who control's Klaus' next course of action.
At Hellsing, Alucard and Seras finally arrive with the Anima intact. Integra then begins to mobilize her forces as they prepare to strike back against Klaus and LOD.
And lastly, Klaus himself begins to move towards the final step in acquiring his former power and glory. He orders certain members of LOD to tie up some loose ends while he works hard to attain that which he lost over 2,000 years ago.
Get ready. Only a few more chapter before Klaus' identity is fully revealed! Enjoy!
Chapter Twenty Seven- The Tomb: Part III
"First the assassin and now this" Dexter said shaking his head and staring at the TV screen in the conference room. The evening news was live with full coverage of the burning down of the Pur pharmacy facility committed by the Salvatore Brothers. Dexter along with Seth and a few fellow agents viewed the news coverage. One of the agents beside Dexer folded his arms.
"Based on the reports we're getting, a system malfunction led to a complete meltdown of the facility. A massive fire broke out as a result" he said rolling his eyes. He wasn't buying it, neither were Dexter or Seth. "Bullshit, this wasn't just a random accident" Seth said narrowing his eyes and staring at the screen. Just then another agent entered the room. "Dex, Seth. Director McGrath wants you in his office"
Dexter and Seth turned to look at each other and then exited the conference room. Five minutes later they entered into the Bureau Director's office. Director McGrath sat at his desk and nodded as the two agents entered.
"Dexter, Seth. I am sure you are aware of the incident reporting on the news right now. Our forces have gathered intelligence and we know the true motive behind this mysterious incident. This was no accident, this was intentionally staged" he began to explain. Dexter raised his brow as Seth just listened intently. Director McGrath continued. "The Salvatore Brothers" he stated simply as both Dexter and Seth immediately widened their eyes.
"They launched a massive assault on the Pur facility. We now know the facility was controlled by Klaus and LOD where they held their brother Lucian captive. After freeing Lucian and burning down the facility, the brothers fled into the night" Director McGrath said sitting straight into his chair.
"Hhm, so they managed to track their brother down. This may become even more complicated. It's like I explained to Rosette; the Salvatore Brothers are the best of the best. No matter the threat, no matter the danger, they always complete their mission and always got good results. And with Lucian back, their power is further cemented. He's one of, if not the most powerful Werewolves alive." Seth said explaining the situation.
"I'm afraid there is more. Dexter, Chief Quinton is waiting in interrogation as we speak. I've sent Rosette home for the evening. I would like for you to take point on this one. Find out what he knows, and find out if he is the one Kazuya has been hunting" Director McGrath said. Dexter closed his eyes, slowly re-opening them. "Ok. I'll get that asshole to squeal if I need to" he said as he and Seth exited the Director's office. Walking down the hall, Dexter suddenly grabbed Seth and pulled him into the staircase.
"Uh…Dex?" Seth asked suddenly confused. Dexter then frantically looked up and down the stairs, checking to see if anyone was nearby. He turned back to Seth.
"Look man I gotta make this quick: If Klaus does indeed have a mole in the Bureau then it means no one is really safe. Seth, you got to keep your eyes open ok? I need you to be alert at all times. The only ones we can be sure of that Klaus hasn't gotten to are Rosette, Director McGrath, you, and me. Anyone else is fair game" Dexter said frantically.
Seth smirked. "I am all too aware." He said as Dexter nodded. Dexter then said, "Look, I got to go and get the goods from that jackass Quinton. You coming?" he asked as Seth nodded.
"As always, ride or die" Seth said smirking and patting Dexter on the shoulder.
As the two headed to the interrogation Dexter's thoughts immediately drifted to Rosette. "So much bullshit before our wedding. It'll be worth it though, when I take you into my arms and you become my bride" he thought to himself.
Meanwhile, Rosette was busy in her home attempting to relax and unwind from the tense and stressful week. She was taking a long, hot, steamy and relaxing shower. Rosette's eyes were closed, her long brown hair draping around her neck and covering her chest as she felt the water soak and drench her face and body. Taking her arms and rubbing herself all over, Rosette's thoughts were on different subjects.
The killings across the city, the coming war with Klaus and LOD, the capture of Kazuya, the fact she had put on weight due to the high stress, the mole in the Bureau and lastly, to Dexter. At the thought of Dexter, a smile formed on her lips. She loved him more dearly with each passing day. She remembered when they first met, after he joined the Bureau and she completed her training at the notorious and infamous Rockland Island Facility. He was strong, courageous, smart, loyal, talented, honest and not to mention incredibly handsome. And then came the day he asked her for a date, she initially refused. But he was persistent, albeit, in a playful and respectful manner. Finally Rosette agreed and she found herself becoming extremely attracted to him. After several more dates they became a couple.
Time passed and they fell deeply in love, leading Dexter to propose. Opening her eyes, Rosette shut the shower off and stepped out, grabbing her towel and drying herself off before wrapping it around her. Wiping steam off the mirror, she stared long into it before sighing. Rosette then froze; she swore she heard the faintest of noises coming from outside. It couldn't be Dexter. Sure he had a key to her apartment, but it was only for severe emergencies and he always notified her of when he'd stop by. And he was never sleazy about it; they had both agreed to reserve more 'intimate' times for their wedding night as Rosette comes from a traditional and old fashioned family line and Dexter swore on their first date he would honor that.
Opening the bathroom door and releasing the steam into the hall she called out.
"Dexter? Is that you?" she said. No answer so she made nothing of it, figuring she was hearing things. Rosette then walked down the hall when she heard another noise, this time coming from the kitchen area. Her kitchen overlooked the living room and den, so she quickly walked towards the sound. Nothing. No sound, no one around. Rosette narrowed her eyes and headed for the cabinet, pulling out a glass and reaching for the ice machine. Suddenly she froze, feeling the very cold and hard steel end of a gun placed against the back of her head.
"Good evening, Ms. Cristobel. I am ashamed we have to engage you in such…ravishing attire but orders are orders. Please come with me" the voice said, deep and heavy. Rosette did as instructed, slowly backing away as the intruder grabbed her by the shoulder and guided her to the living room, allowing her to turn around. Staring, her eyes narrowed.
There were four individuals standing before her, including the man who wielded the gun to her. Each was dressed in the same attire; black pants, black boots, a black shirt and black hooded sweater or jacket. Two of the intruders were men, the other two women. The women had their hairs tied in a large bun, one of the men was a black man with a balding head. The man pointing the gun to Rosette had a large scar over his right eye and narrow brown eyes. Each of the intruders wielded either a sub machine pistol or large caliber handgun.
"Let me guess, Klaus sent you all" Rosette said staring at each one. "Au contraire, we were actually sent by his agent working inside the Bureau. He knows you are closing in on him and so he went ahead of Klaus' orders to silence you. Consider us tying up a loose end" the man said with a mock smile, the others behind him chuckling. Rosette quickly began relaying the situation in her mind: Outnumbered and outgunned, she was virtually naked, only the towel wrapped tightly around her body providing any cover. Her eyes slowly shifted away towards the nearby black box sitting on the coffee table.
"I don't think so. Such a move would only be foolish" the man said cocking the gun. "Turn around, it's time to die Ms. Cristobel" he said. Rosette turned back around, eyes closed, jaw tightened. Despite the tense mood, she remained utterly calm and focused. Saying a quick prayer she began focusing. She could hear the other individuals remove their own weapons and began walking about, forming a circle. She felt the barrel of the gun on the back of her face. Rosette recalled her days at Rockland Island, particularly her vicious and brutal hand-to-hand combat training under the tutelage of her master. She remembered what she was instructed in regards to weapons retention, specifically with respect to a handgun.
Rosette slowly opened her eyes and stared at her attacker. Watching as his finger curled around the trigger as he began to squeeze it.
At Hellsing…
"You summoned us, my master?" Alucard asked entering Integra's office. Seras followed in soon as Integra stood from her desk and began pacing.
"Alucard, Seras, my faithful servants. The Anima device has been safely secured by British Special Forces in a top secret bunker. The only ones who know of it are the members of Special Forces who secured it." Integra explained placing her arms behind her back.
"What about the Queen?" Seras asked. Integra said, "Not even Her Majesty knows where it is kept. While you were away, a Vatican official tried to gain an audience before the Queen. We suspect that the enemy is trying to infiltrate the Queen's Administration. We can't be certain her people haven't been compromised" Integra explained. Alucard at that point removed his glasses as his crimson eyes narrowed. Integra sighed before continuing to speak.
"I have been in contact with the Order of the Cross. Vladimir's forces are preparing to secure the second device. However, there have been terrible casualties. One of Vladimir's top comrades, Captain Yuri Reznov has died while securing a tomb site. The tomb his men were securing contained a shocking revelation. Alucard, Seras, it was Klaus' tomb. From all the information that we have gathered, including what Dante has revealed in his own search, we believe Klaus is not seeking these devices to further his plans, but to restore his power and glory. To put it succinctly; Klaus is looking for his original body and form. We don't know how or even when but somewhere along the line, the real Klaus lost his body and has been desperately seeking to recover it." Integra explained.
At that point Seras folded her arms, contemplating this new information.
"Klaus is looking for his body? Wait that doesn't make sense. Who is the one leading LOD then? And what about the coffin in Carthage? It was empty, then does that mean….oh my God" she thought to herself.
"Care to share, Seras?' Alucard asked startling Seras out of her thoughts. She looked at Alucard, to Integra and then back again. "Master, Sir Integra there is something I'm afraid we overlooked" she said. Integra waited for her to continue.
"Back in Carthage, when we secured the Anima it was placed inside a gold chest inside of a stone coffin. The coffin itself was empty but there was a Punic inscription inside of the coffin reading 'Here lies Scipio'. Now if you'll recall; Scipio was the Roman General leading the armies during the Siege of Carthage at the end of the Third Punic Wars. He acquired the device and attempted to use it for the glory of Rome, as the legend goes. My question is: Why would he be buried in the very city his forces just sacked? Who placed his coffin there? Why was the Anima buried with him and more importantly, where is his body?" Seras stated.
Integra's eyes widened. "Seras…did you say the coffin was empty?" she asked again as Seras nodded her head in affirmation. Integra then placed both hands on her desk, spreading them apart as she sighed deeply. "The tomb was empty. Then that means one thing: Someone deliberately placed an empty coffin there. But for what purpose?" Integra asked. Seras frowned and shrugged her shoulders.
"No matter the reason, Klaus is surely going to be aware of what has transpired so I will say this" Integra again began as she took a seat at her desk. Integra then reached for her cigar case, pulling out a fresh cigar as she reached for her lighter. Lighting the cigar, Integra took a deep long puff as she exhaled the smoke in a steady stream. Satisfied, she then turned back to Alucard and Seras.
"We will destroy them. Klaus is absolutely foolish in his desire to see all of humanity prostrate before him. The Hellsing forces have been fighting against the forces of darkness for centuries, ever since the great Abraham Van Hellsing established our organization against the rising threat of the vampire menace. We have not backed down then, and we shall not back down now. Alucard, Seras from this point on I want you to eliminate any and all threats to our goal. Destroy any of Klaus' minions who dare obstruct you! Hellsing does not back down from our enemies and we never have. Do you understand me? I want you to search and destroy!" Integra shouted.
Alucard immediately began laughing wildly, his shrill and dark voice cackling as he held his sides tightly. "Ah, the final veil removed! By your orders my master" he said grinning and bowing. "We shall oblige" Alucard answered. Seras looked nervously from her master and to Integra.
"Er…right, what he said" she said nervously and scratched the back of her head.
Back in New York…
Rosette blinked twice and then immediately jumped into action. The man before her held the handgun to her head with his right arm. Rosette recalled her instruction in weapons retention. Her instructor consistently drilled the most basic concept; control the weapon hand. Rosette quickly grabbed the pistol with her left hand, securing him by the wrist as she took her free hand and grabbed the pistol, bending and twisting it backwards as she allowed her body to shift sideways, avoiding any possible misfires. The man's finger, locked securely in the trigger gripped was bent first sideways and then backwards as she shouted in pain only to find Rosette's foot buried deeply in his crotch before she again bent the gun away, stripping it free as she then shot him through his neck, a splatter of blood hitting her chest.
Immediately the other assassins jumped to action and Rosette found herself moving with shocking speed. She ran behind the couch just as the three assassins opened fire. Ducking her head she felt the bullets impact the sofa as some whizzed over. Reaching under the sofa she pulled out the PP901 she stored there. Cocking the sub machine gun, she waited, peered around the sofa and fired. The assassins immediately took cover at various spaces. A massive gun battle ensued with Rosette ducking and periodically returning fire. Her weapon eventually clicked twice; out of ammo.
"Shit" Rosette stated as she dropped the rifle to the floor. She had to think, and quickly. Rosette crawled backward until her back touched the wall behind the sofa. Kicking up her feet, she placed them flat against the sofa as she counted. After three seconds she paused, shouted and proceeded to shove the couch away, towards two of the hiding assassins as they rolled out the way as the massive furniture slid towards them and slammed into the wall. Rosette rolled to the adjacent side and sprinted for one of the gun wielding women. The woman turned to aim her weapon only to have Rosette cross block her weapon hand, taking the second hand as she struck the woman in the temple. Rosette grabbed the gun, twisting it as she and the woman struggled for control. She let go of the gun, reaching behind and pulling out a thin and razor sharp blade, slashing at Rosette's face. Rosette ignored the now fresh and bleeding cut to her cheek as she delivered four quick and powerful hammer strikes to the woman's torso before kicking her away. Wielding the gun she turned and fired at the second assassin, bucking her in the chest and delivering a killing shot to her face.
Rosette then felt as she was struck from behind by a powerful blow as she gasped and dropped, quickly rolling to her back just to see the third assassin plant a hard kick to her ribs as Rosette grunted. She definitely felt winded and she could already feel the bruising and swelling forming. The third assassin chuckled as went to deliver another kick, only this time Rosette was ready. She caught his leg, twisting and delivering a sweeping kick to his other foot knocking him down. Rosette rolled back, her hands placed on the ground as she sprang her legs upwards in a kip-up maneuver as she got to her feet just in time to see the second female assassin rush her, wielding a knife.
Immediately Rosette went on the defense, raising her hands up in a defensive posture. The woman slashed viciously three times, each movement precise and fluid. Rosette's eyes narrowed as she evaded each attack. The second man jumped in, working in synch with his partner as both now wielded knives and continued attacking, shouting as they did so. Rosette despite the extreme danger remained calm and focused; concentrating. She cross blocked the woman's attack, delivering a sharp and swift inside leg kick before raising her knee into the woman's gut. She turned, leaning to the right as the man slashed, kicking out the back of his leg before re-chambering and snap kicking his jaw, sending him skidding across the floor.
The woman grabbed Rosette from behind, holding the blade inches from her neck. With her other hand she delivered two quick blows to Rosette's ribs as Rosette cried out. Grabbing the wrist Rosette immediately began twisting out the grip. Chin tucked into the elbow, pulling down on the arm, twisting herself free, Rosette spun the woman around and then tossed her into the wall as she smacked with a sickening crunch.
The man charged forward, delivering a succession of rapid kicks, a few connecting to Rosette's hips and her thigh. Grunting Rosette raised her arms up, blocking and parrying two kicks before ducking under two hook punches. Rosette delivered a quick jab to his ribs as he spun and attempted a reverse back hand. Rosette blocked, grabbing his arm and punching the inside of his bicep before planting quick punches along his chest and solar plexus. The man shouted, raising his leg in a high roundhouse kick aimed for her face. Rosette blocked the kick, planting one of her own into his crotch before shoving him back as he cried and shouted from pain, dropping to his knees.
The woman attempted one last vein attack. Her hands raised, blood trickled from her lip as she quickly spat on the floor. She three four succinct jabs, Rosette parrying each attack. The woman threw two more followed by a right straight; Rosette evaded the jabs, countering the straight punch by parrying it with her left forearm. With the same arm Rosette grabbed the woman's wrist and secured it tight. She delivered two massive blows to her opponent's ribs, shattering them as the woman hollered. Rosette then bent the arm back in a gooseneck joint lock, snapping the wrist before shoving the woman back. She swung sloppily with her right arm as Rosette blocked and punched her twice in the face, delivered an elbow to her temple followed by an inside leg kick, hook punch to her to her jaw, backfist to the nose and ending by spinning and planting a savage back kick to her sternum as the woman crashed into the wall. Hunkering down she rolled and hollered in pain, reaching in one last vain attempt for the knife she dropped earlier. Rosette rolled, grabbing the knife, placing it to the woman's jugular as she let it rip. There was a sickening wet sound as blood pooled to the floor as Rosette cut deeply into the neck.
Rosette stood to her feet as the final assassin kicked her in the stomach, knocking the wind out as she fell to her back. He climbed on top, both hands gripping her neck and began squeezing. Rosette coughed as she felt herself getting dizzy. She had to act fast, or this creep would finish his task and do God only know what else to her.
Rosette wrapped both her legs around the man, pulling him closer. She took her right hand, raised it, curled her index and ring fingers and in one sharp motion, jammed them deep into his left eye socket, burying them deep as she flicked once.
"FUUUUUCK!" the man shouted and immediately moved to cover his now severely bleeding eye. Rosette took this distraction to secure him. She grabbed him by the throat, punched him twice before pulling him back down. She took her right leg and slid it up onto and over his back until it rested on his shoulder. With her left leg she planted it on his hip, pushed and slid her own hips out and to the right. Rosette grabbed his head, pushing it down as she swung her hips and body around to a half mount position, swinging his body and flipping it over as she secured his arm in a vicious arm bar position. To signify her victory, she stomp kicked his chest with her heel.
Panting, wounded, and sweating, Rosette cranked her grip as he hollered at feeling his arm begin to pop.
"Shut up and listen! Who ordered this attack! Who in the Bureau is working under Klaus? Speak!" Rosette roared as she again cranked the grip. The man stammered, half crying over his wounds and injuries.
"I can't, they'll kill me!" he answered.
Rosette twisted the grip, pulled and proceeded to pop his arm out of place as she stressed the arm bar to its max as the man cried out in sheer agony.
"Last chance. Give me his name! 1…" Rosette dropped her arm bar, reaching and securing a vice like grip around his neck in a rear naked choke. She pushed his head forward while simultaneously twisting his neck.
"Please…please…I beg you!"
"2.." she cranked harder, beginning the awful action of snapping his neck.
"It won't make a difference, he's going to succeed!"
"3"
"It's Chief Quinton!"
A gurgled grunt, a sickening crunch of bone and his head bent crudely to the right, his neck falling limp.
In Egypt…
Michael and the others exited the tomb, walking back out into the warm Egyptian afternoon temperature. He tapped his ear piece. "HQ come in. We've recovered the device. Radio in to Vladimir back at-" he began but was cut off. He held up his fist, signaling for his group to freeze.
"Boss what's wrong?" Raul asked adjusting his vest. Michael's eyes widened, sadness and sorrow beginning to creep to his expression. Kathy looked Michael with concern as he slowly turned back to the others, sighed deeply and dropped his head.
"Captain Reznov….he…he was killed." Michael said as everyone gasped, Kathy raising her hands to cover her mouth as she whimpered. Karl and Raul held their heads low, hands shaking as they tightened into fists.
"Michael come in over. Hiro you there?"
A moment later, a response.
"I am here. Boss, what's the situation?" Hiro asked.
"Captain Yuri has been killed, we need to regroup. Matter of fact, dude where the hell are you? I thought you'd be outside the tomb?" Michael asked growing concerned. Hiro responded by saying, "Boss, there was an ambush. I had to lead them away from the site. Do not worry, I am fine. But unfortunately…the members of the Bloodpack quickly fell. They stood no chance, they were slaughtered within moments" Hiro said.
Michael swore as he held his head. "Hiro, what's your location?"
"I lured them into the surrounding hills, about 2 miles north of the site entrance. There was about 20 vampires." Hiro replied.
"Hiro listen, we are going to re group at the other tomb site. I'm sending you the coordinates, meet us as soon as you can. Stay safe man"
"Copy, Hiro out"
Michael stomped his foot, running a hand through his black hair as he mumbled another obscenity. Kathy stroked his arm. "I know, I'm sad for Captain Reznov as well" she said..
"Boss, do we contact Vladimir?" Robert asked looking concerned. "He already knows. Come on, we gotta get to that tomb site and find out what the hell is going on. Something is happening and I don't like it" Michael said as they sprinted off in the direction of the other tomb site.
Meanwhile in Russia, news of Captain Reznov's death reached Vladimir. He along with Mariska and Master Sato were gathered in his office.
"DAMN IT!" Vladimir roared and delivered a savage punch to his desk in fury. His knuckles turned white from the force of the impact as he began breathing heavily. Mariska wrapped her arms around him, holding him from behind as she let her chin rest against the back of his head in a soothing gesture. "I know honey, it's…it's hard to really imagine he's gone" she said trying to console him.
"He will be missed, deeply, deeply missed. I have known Yuri from the time your father led the organization. A fine man and terrific soldier, loyal to his country until the very end." Master Sato stated.
Vladimir stifled back the tears as he folded his fingers in a tent and rested his elbows on his desk. Captain Reznov had been like family, and to lose him like this was just, sickening.
"How did it happen?" Mariska asked continuing to soothe her husband. "The Oboro. Klaus must have sent that monster to kill anyone that would disturb the tomb. But for what? Why didn't Klaus just have his forces remove his body if he knew we were closing in. Unless…" Vladimir said as everyone stared. Suddenly his eyes widened with a terrible realization.
"It's not over. Klaus knows we would secure the Anima device. He sent the Oboro not to guard his body, but to prepare for when he sends his forces to retrieve it. I have to contact Colonel Gruzinsky and-" but Mariska cut him off.
"Vladimir, relax. Listen, I'll contact Captain Reznov's family and our units in Egypt. Honey, you can't do everything on your own. More importantly, you don't need to. That's why you have me, remember?" Mariska said leaning and planting a sweet kiss on her husband. Vladimir sighed, staring at his desk before chuckling. "You're right babe." He said smiling. Master Sato chuckled and shook his head. "Your father had the same issue, trying to solve all of the world's problems. I see where you get it from" he said turning to exit Vladimir's office.
Mariska kissed Vladimir again. "Stay here, I won't be long" she said as she too exited his office.
Back in Egypt, the Order of the Cross' several units regrouped at the base camp of the tomb site where Captain Reznov had fallen. The remainder of his unit was deployed around the perimeter of the tomb site.
"This is…this is absolutely terrible" Colonel Gruzinsky said shaking his head as he sighed. Michael and the others were silent until he finally spoke. "Kathy, bring out the device" he said as she moved to grab the silver plated chest they recovered. Opening it, she set the chest down on the table as everyone stood back. The Anima glowed brightly as everyone stared. "I can feel it. It feels…alive. I can feel warmth from it, energy, life even" Raul stated lowly as Raven narrowed her eyes.
"Ok so we've secured it, now what?" Sergei and Alex asked. "Colonel, contact the Egyptian guard and let them know we will need immediate extraction for the device. Everyone else, gear up. We're going to go back into that tomb. Captain Reznov will not die in vain, we will make sure of that" Michael said as everyone nodded.
Inside the tomb, the smoke and dust finally settled from the detonation set off by Captain Reznov. Rock and debris littered the floor as the massive sarcophagus in the center remains unscathed. From the darkness of the interior cavern, a group of individuals approached the Sarcophagus.
"Man he sure did a number. Who'd thought one tiny detonator would do this much damage? Ugh, and the smell!"
"Quit complaining Victoria. We've got a job to do"
"Easy for you to say, Sage"
"Oh whatever Drake"
"All of you, shut it. We have work to do"
Mugetsu, Drake, Sage and Victoria stood in a semi-circle facing the sarcophagus. Mugetsu walked forward, his long black robes trailing behind him as he placed one hand on the front.
"This is him. It most definitely is. Come, let's surprise our guests" he said with a wicked chuckle as the others joined in.
Sage then moved and turned toward the exit to the cavern. Clapping both hands she grinned as her body glowed bright red. With a shout she slammed both palms to the floor. Immediately, scores of armed and ready vampires filled the cavern and began marching single file out of the entrance.
"While they keep our guests entertained we can prepare to secure his body. Come, let the games begin" Mugetsu said walking away. Victoria giggled as the rest turned back and began following the vampire horde marching out of the cavern.
Back outside, all hell broke loose as the Order of the Cross began resisting the sudden appearance of the vampires. Colonel Gruzinsky divided his unit between fighting the vampires and securing the extraction site which was located just within the perimeter of the tomb site. Michael and the wolf pack were scattered about the battlefield, defending the camp site and countering the vampires.
Michael sprinted forward, wielding his blade Fenrir as he cut and slashed through scores of the vampires, turning them to bloody paste. He looked up, seeing around the camp as soldier fired from their weapons, reloaded, took cover and radioed in for support. He then watched as four individuals jumped up to the top of the carven entrance and walked off. Michael prepared to step forward when he felt a hand on his shoulder.
"Boss, we got this." Raul said flashing him a grin. He reached behind, pulling out his twin blades as he sprinted forward and leapt to the top in one motion. Following behind him were Sergei and Alex as they jumped up. Michael narrowed his eyes but then turned his attention when two vampires charged as he pulled out his twin Desert Eagles and opened fire.
"Looks like we have company, and they are gorgeous" Victoria said with a toss of her silvery blonde hair and placed a hand on her hips. Mugetsu said nothing, just bobbed his head once while Sage and Drake began laughing.
Raul narrowed his eyes; not taking his eyes off these new opponents as he, Sergei and Alex began sizing them up.
They recognized Victoria from their battle in St. Petersburgh. She was dressed in tight fitting black pants with knee high black boots, a red short sleeved shirt and a small black vest. The woman beside her, Sage, had long dark brown hair tied into a long braid. She was dressed in dark gray camo fatigue style pants with a white tank top tucked in. She had on black boots and wore a knee length sleeveless black jacket. Strapped across her back were two curved swords resembling Chinese Dao blades. Each of the blades had a black handle and gold circular cross guard. The blade on her right, had gold etching and lettering sprawled across the sword while the one to her left had light blue lettering and etches.
Standing beside Sage was Drake, dressed in black pants, a dark blue t shirt, black and silver boots, and a long flowing black cape. He ran a hand through his spiky light brown hair and smirked.
"So, do we get to play around with these boys until the summoning is ready?" Sage asked pursing her lips. Drake chuckled. "If you ladies insist" he said.
"Summoning? And what exactly are you preparing to summon?" Raul asked, still not lowering his twin blades. Drake began to speak when Mugetsu clutched his shoulder, silencing him.
"We have five minutes before we can summon his body back. Just do as you please, and quickly" the robed figure said strongly as he backed away.
Victoria stepped forward, hands on her hips as she licked her lips and said. "So, who do I get to play with first? Don't be shy boys, there's plenty of me to go around"
Alex stepped past Raul, arms low, body tensed as he smirked and said "Sure baby, I'll play around with you" Immediately, Sergei stepped forward. "Dude hold on. There's something about these guys, especially this chick here. Might be smart to-"
"Don't sweat it bro. I'll be fine" Alex said giving him a reassuring grin. He turned back to Victoria as the two stood about seven feet apart.
"Last chance. Tell us what you're summoning" Alex said.
Victoria cocked her head. "Make me" she said seductively. Alex chuckled and dropped his assault rifle to the floor. "Such a shame. Know what? I'm not going to go easy just because you're a girl. I'll just pretend you're a man." Alex then trailed off as his eyes wandered, first to Victoria's generous breasts, then down to her supple hips, thighs and legs and then back to her breasts
"A very beautiful man. With fabulous skin, killer tits and a perfect smile, who I'd like to take to the movies" Alex said rotating his shoulders and sliding his right foot back. Victoria chuckled as Sage and Drake rolled their eyes. Victoria pulled back a few locks of her hair and tucked it behind her ear. "This is going to be fun. I imagine victory shall be mine before the five minutes is up. No…" Victoria said lowering her arms by her side.
"In 30 seconds" she said as her entire expression turned deathly cold. Alex narrowed his eyes. He raised both hands up, elbows locked in as he assumed a basic fighting stance. Sergei despite the tense situation had to smirk; the stance reminded him of Yoshito Ohara from the manga series Holyland he and Alex were so fond of.
Alex relaxed his body, preparing for an entertaining fight. Victoria took one step forward and immediately dashed forward with frightening speed causing Sergei and Raul to widen their eyes. Alex stepped back, blocking a vicious hook punch from Victoria as he raised his other hand and stopped a right hand straight. Grunting they then began a vicious exchange of brutally fast punches and kicks, bursting with speed as they moved in a deadly blur. Alex ducked under two kicks from Victoria and countered with his own as she raised her arm to block them. Victoria took her right arm, unleashing devastatingly swift jabs as Alex evaded each one before throwing out a low level shin kick. Victoria raised her leg to check the kick before snapping it out as Alex leaned back to evade the kick. Stepping back he threw a punch as Victoria caught it, bent his arm back and tossed him to the side as he rolled and got to his feet. Just in time to see Victoria charge forward head first as she head butt him, hard, square above his right eyebrow as Alex staggered back from the blow, wincing from the hot pain.
"Damn…" he grumbled as he shut his eye, staggering as he stood still facing her. A large welt formed as well as trace amounts of blood as it trickled down. Raul and Sergei growled and took a step forward but Alex held his hand to halt their movements. Looking up, Victoria chuckled and tossed her hair.
'Come now little wolf boy. One little head butt and the fun ends? Show me what's really between those legs" Victoria taunted and licked her lips. Alex smirked, raising his hands again.
"Ok hotstuff, play time is over" he said with a smirk and charged forward.
Lastly, in New York…
Dexter stepped into the interrogation room and then froze, Chief Quinton was not inside, nor was the two agents that were supposed to have transferred him. He waited, but when no one else entered he started to worry. Suddenly, Seth burst into the door, half panting and half stammering.
'Dex it's fucking bad! There was an APB put out not long ago. Someone reported to 911 about a violent confrontation coming from Midtown." He said. Dexter paused and just stared. "Dex…the address was Rosette's place!" Seth shouted. Dexter's eyes widened as his radio then squawked. "Dexter is that you? We got a situation. Chief Quinton has escaped captivity. We've shut down the entire agency until we can apprehend him" the command center reported.
"Oh fuck this. Seth!" Dexter shouted as he burst from the room. He sprinted down the hall as Seth called behind him. "I know! Sion already left two minutes ago I'll meet him there!" Seth shouted sprinting off in the other direction.
"Damn it where the fuck could he have gone?" Dexter shouted turning the corner and continuing running.
Meanwhile in Kazuya's interrogation room, he remained cuffed and chained to the chair, his head held low as his eyes were closed. Hearing the door open he slowly opened his eyes, blinked, raised his head and was shocked at who now stood across the room.
"We finally meet, Kazuya Hale. I've heard much about you" said a man, dressed in a standard Italian suit and with a charming, albeit, cheesy smirk. Kazuya narrowed his eyes; the man's thick and heavy Long Island accent was unpleasant.
"And I take it this is the next round of interrogation?" Kazuya said shifting in his chair.
"No but first let me introduce myself." The man said sitting on the table adjacent to Kazuya.
"My name is Chief Allan Quinton, and I was the one who ordered your mother's death"
Silence filled the room. Kazuya's expression was unreadable. Moments passed, Chief Quinton continuing to smirk, that God awful and shit eating smirk of his. And then, from deep within his being a powerful and all-consuming flash of rage began building in Kazuya as he began shaking.
"It was…you!" Kazuya roared as his voice began altering, becoming deeper, more monstrous as his anger continued building. Chief Quinton chuckled, beginning to pace about the room.
"A sad situation it was that day. Dearest Annabelle did not wish for Klaus to get his hands on that marvelous entity residing within you. So after the Hale Family fire, she took you and fled to the country side. But, Klaus was persistent. And eventually, he discovered where she was hiding. The task was appointed to me on how to handle it. And so I arranged for her death. Once that was accomplished it would be quite easy for Klaus to sway you to our side" Chief Quinton explained.
"Why?..." Kazuya said. Chief Quinton froze, his eyebrow raising. Kazuya again raised his head, tears flowing from his face. "Why did she have to be killed?" he again asked.
"Because she defied him. She defied the will of Klaus, and she defied the grand ideal of his majestic plan. A plan to elevate mankind to its true glory and status. All who oppose us, must die" Chief Quinton said.
Kazuya held his head low, remaining that way for some time. He slowly raised his head, his eyes shifting color; one black, the other red as a black flaming pattern began spreading across his face.
"FINALLY! Now your ass is mine! HAHAHAHAHAHA!"
Kazuya then immediately jumped up, ripping free of his restraints as he howled at the top of his lungs and began laughing psychotically. Chief Quinton was then tossed through the interrogation window, crashing to the floor and groaning in pain. The alarm began sounding off as Kazuya jumped through, laughing wickedly. He grabbed him by the throat, grunted and tossed him with such force he crashed straight through the wall sending Chief Quinton skidding across the hall. The alarm continued sounding as Kazuya slowly stomped toward his long desired foe.
"All these years and you were right here. I shall do it! I shall avenge her! My mother, my clansmen, the Hale family bloodline shall be purged of the terrible atrocities committed against them!" Kazuya said spreading his arms as he grinned, watching Chief Quinton struggle to his feet as he was covered in bruises and lacerations.
"And it begins with you!" Kazuya whispered and sprinted forward as he again howled wildly.
End Chapter
Coming up next: The journey to Egypt reaches its conclusion! Alex continues his duel with Victoria. But as the battle progresses it becomes clear she is far stronger than expect. Has our favorite foul mouthed trash talking Werewolf met his match? Klaus' forces secure his body and in a devastating show of power, Michael is forced to choose between protecting his pack and completing his mission.
Meanwhile, Dante is comes under attack himself by more minions of Klaus.
At the same time, Kazuya culminates his centuries long hunt with his greatest kill. But before the death blow can be delivered, Chief Quinton reveals a terrible truth. It seems Klaus has plans for yet another massive attack, this time against New York. With Rosette reeling from the assassination attempt, can the Nightstalkers figure out what Klaus' next objective is?
And lastly, Klaus has but one final piece before he can reclaim his power and glory. Get ready, the time to finally meet Klaus is now!
Thanks for reading!