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Chapter 9

I spent the following day having lots of blood drawn. Boy, I felt like there wasn’t a drop left in me. But I rather feel that way and have all tests come back negative, which they did. There will be no spawn of Nick Sanders. But now I have another problem to solve.

I need to talk to Drake. I have to know for sure if he is a vampire or if he is pulling my leg. But I don’t think he is. Thinking about everything that has happened with him, thing add up now. I have so many questions to ask him, which I hope he will answer. Like, why didn’t he bit me? Is he playing some sort of sick game? Does he have a girlfriend? Wow! Where did that question come from?

While I was in the hospital, Nana had delayed her surgery so she could spend time with me. God, I love that woman. She rescheduled it for next week, which just thinking about makes my stomach twist. But I will take care of that later.

Mary took me to her house after we got the results back. When I walked in the house I was sandwiched. Jet and Snow ran up to me and hugged me at the same time. But Jet added a little extra. He gave me a kiss on my check, making me turn red in the face.

“OMG! Luna, I am so happy your okay! When I heard what Nick did to you…” Snow broke down right there. I turned so that I could wrap my arms around her and just let her cry.

“It’s okay Snow. I’m here. I’m fine. Nothing to worry about,” I assured her.

“What about the tests? What were the results?” Jet adjusted his arms so that he was holding both Snow and I.

“All clear. I’m as healthy as a horse,” I replied.

“What about…… Are you……” Jet put a hand on my stomach, making me flinch. He removed his hand quickly. “Sorry”

“It’s okay. I…I just…don’t……” I looked up at him with pleading eyes. Praying that he understood I didn’t want anyone’s hand too close to a certain area.

“It’s okay. No need to explain.”

“But no. I don’t have anything growing inside of me.”

“Good.”

We stayed in our hug for one more minute. Snow now had the hiccups, which made Jet and me laugh.

“Stop,” hiccup, “laughing.” Snow was trying not to laugh but in the end she gave in and laughed with us. I tightened our embrace and laid my head on her shoulder. It was then that I realized I was tired and I still haven’t called Drake.
I brought my head up and told them I wanted to take a nap but we could hang out after I wake up. They both nodded and released me. Before I headed to the stairs, Jet gave me a kiss on my forehead that lasted a bit longer than the kiss on the check. Then he leaned down and gave me a sweet and gentle kiss n the lips. “Sleep well,” he whispered to me. I gave him a shy smile and headed upstairs. As I made me way to my room, I realized that I felt safe in that house with Jet, Snow and Mary. They really did care about me. Maybe I should talk to them about what has been going on inside me head, especially since Nana was put in the hospital?

I entered my room smiling and closed the door. I picked up my phone and dug through piles of papers and books on my desk to find the napkin with Drake’s number on it. I sat on my bed. With shaking hands I dialed his number before I could wimp out. I was so nervous. I wanted him to pick up but at the same time I didn’t want him to pick up.

The phone rang and on the third one his voice mail picked up. I let my breath out, not realizing I was holding it.

“Hi Drake….It’s Luna……I…I was wondering…if we…could meet tomorrow? And talk? So…yeah, call me…when you get a chance……Bye.”

I put my phone on the table next to my bed and crawled under the covers. I prayed, as I drifted off, that I wouldn’t have any bad dreams about Nick and his goons.

* * * * * * * *

I was jolted awake by Evanescence playing on my phone. I clumsily grabbed my phone and looked to see who was calling. I sprang up into a sitting position when I realized it was Drake calling me. I took a few claiming breathes before I answered the phone.

“Hello.” I noticed I sounded like I just woke up and shook my head.

“Did I wake you, my dark angel?” He sounded amused by catching me asleep.

“No you didn’t,” I said sarcastically, giving an eye roll.

He chuckled. “I’m sorry I did wake you up but you told me to call. So I called.”

“Well……I’m…glad you did. I thought we could get together tomorrow and talk?” it came out as a question, when it wasn’t supposed to be. “Oh and by the way thank you again for saving me. I don’t think I would have been able to get away from them.”

“It was my pleasure, dark angel.”

“Why do you keep calling me that? Never mind. Do you want to meet up or not?

“I would love to Luna. I’m sure you have many questions for me and I will answer them the best I can. I will pick you up at 8 tomorrow night.”

“Okay. Um? Where are we gonna go? Just so no one worries about me.”

“I was thinking we could go to the park. We won’t get interrupted there.”

“Sounds good. I’ll see you tomorrow then.” I was trying to sound like I didn’t care but I did. I would be alone in the park with a vampire, a hot vampire. But I was a bit scared but excited too. I mean Drake is like…… I can’t really describe Drake but he is so much better than your favorite food.

“Sweet dreams, my dark angel.”

“Good night hero.”

I heard him laugh just a little before he hung up. That laugh is intoxicating. I have to think of some jokes so I can hear it again.

I sighed and got out of bead. I looked at my clock and realized that it was actually night time. I had slept for like five hours. I brushed my hair quickly because I wanted to hang out with Jet and Snow and I was really hungry.

“Well good evening, sleepyhead,” Mary said, about to enter the kitchen. “Are you hungry?” I nodded my head and followed her. I sat on a stool by the breakfast table in silence. Mary was getting all the fixings for a ham sub. My favorite.

“I…just talked to Drake,” I told her slowly.

“Who? Oh, that young man who helped you. Well, what did he say?” Mary inquired.

“He wants to – meet up tomorrow – and talk.”

“Mary turned around from the counter and caught my gaze. “There is no way I am letting you out of this house alone. Not all of those boys were caught and I don’t want this to happen to you again.

Nick and two of the other goons were arrested the night of the attack. The cops are having a hard time finding the other two.

“Well, Drake was going to pick me up. So I wouldn’t be alone,” I assured her.

“What time is he picking you up?”

“Eight o’clock.”

“Where are you going?”

“To the park. To talk.”

She was really studying me. Please say okay. Please say okay. I really have to talk to him.

“I …” she hesitated, “guess it’s okay. As long as your home by ten, you have school the following day and you need your rest.” Mary finished making my sub and handed it to me. “I just want you to get hurt again.” She whispered to me.

“I’ll be careful Nana.” Whoops!

“What did you call me?”

“Sorry. You just sound like Nana right now. I’m sorry Mary.”

“Oh Luna. You have been through a lot. A few mistakes are bound to happen.” She came around the table and gave me a hug. “Don’t stay up too late and I’ll be in my office if you need anything.” Mary kissed my forehead and left the room.

I slide off the stool and took my sub into the living room. I found Jet sprawled out on the couch and Snow curled up in the chair. I sat on the floor next to Jet.

“How you feeling?” Jet greeted me.

“Tired but good.”

“No nightmares?” Snow asked.

“None at all. What are we watching?”

“Cartoons,” the twins said in unison. They looked at each other but decided not to bicker like they usually do. It must be too much work right now. I shook my head and took a bit of my sub.

We watched TV for a few hours and then decided to go to bed. I took my plate to the kitchen before I went upstairs. After I washed it, I looked out the window and saw a human figure standing in the back yard. I looked to see if Jet or Snow were by the stairs. They weren’t. I turned my attention back outside but the figure was gone. Did I just imagine it? I must have. I have been through a lot lately. A good night’s sleep will help. I headed out the kitchen, turning the light off as I went, and went to bed.




Chapter 10

I woke up the next morning feeling nervous. Why you ask? Well, first, it was my first day back to school after the attack and second, I was going to meet Drake tonight.

I was nervous about school because I didn’t know how people would treat me. I mean Boresville is a small place, so everyone knew what happened. So I wondered if I would be knocked down the popularity pole because I was the reason our school’s star football player was behind bars. I’m already pretty low on the pole but I don’t want to hit rock bottom.

A knock at my door brought me out of my thoughts. “Luna? Are you awake?” It was Snow.

“No! I’m not!” I yelled.

“Do I have to come in there and wake you up?”

“I don’t know? Do we have school?”

“Yes. It’s Tuesday.”

“Well then no. I’m not going.”

“If you’re not getting up then I will have to go to my next plan. Plan M.” I heard her walk away from my door. What is Plan M? Oh well. I pulled the covers over my head and started to drift off to sleep. But it didn’t last.

“Holy sausages!” I screamed, scrabbling out of bed. “What the…” Then I heard the laughter. I turned and found Mary with a pot in her hands and an evil smile on her face. Behind her, Jet and Snow were rolling on the floor laughing.

“Those who don’t get up get an ice water bath,” Mary explained. I noticed that I was shivering and that there were ice cubes on my bed.

“I groaned, “Can’t I have one more day?”

“If you feel well enough to meet Drake tonight, then you are well enough to go to school.”

“But…”

“No ‘buts.’ Get in gear or next step is a whole bath tub full of ice water.” Mary left the room followed by Snow, who was still laughing. Jet was like frozen in place. I looked at him, wondering why he was staying when I realized what got his attention.

“Jet not now, please. I have to get ready.”

“You’re going to see him tonight. When were you going to tell me?” Oh great. He’s mad at me. I guess to him, our somewhat dating relationship means more to him than me.

“I was going to tell you. Last night was supposed to be a night that the three of us just hang out and not discuss what’s happened.” I explained.

“So you were going to tell me right before you left?” Jet’s eyes were showing a lot of anger. I had to figure out a way to calm him down and explain what was going on with Drake without revealing Drake’s secret.

“No,” I said in a calm tone. “I was going to tell you and Snow on the way to school. Listen I feel like I owe Drake. He saved me. Things could’ve gotten a lot worse if he hadn’t shown up.”

“I know that. I just feel like…”

“Are you jealous Jet?”

“Maybe. I just …I…wish that it had been me who had saved you. Then maybe our relationship would…I don’t know. Maybe we would grow closer.”

“Jet, I’m just want to tell Drake how much I appreciate what he did. There is like no relationship between him and I. And maybe you and I could grow closer if we went out together more. Let’s say Friday night?”

“Really? Um…yeah. Friday would be great. How about we go to them movies?” He looked so relieved that I gave him a small flirting smile.

“Sounds good, but could you please leave now? I need to get dressed.”

“Oh right. Okay. See you downstairs.”

So I rushed to get dress and grasped my book bag. I ran down the stairs and into the kitchen. I grabbed a cereal bar and met Jet and Snow at the door.

* * * * * * * * *

The school day dragged on and on and on. Everyone was staring at me while I walked down the halls. Some girls actually smiled and nodded at me. Why were they doing that? Then there was the football team, who glared at me. I walked with my head down so that I couldn’t see all the stares. Man, do I wish I was looking where I was going.

I bumped in to someone. Geesh, I’m clumsy. “Oh, sorry…Mrs. Johnson.”

“It’s quit alright Laura. I was actually looking for you,” she explained. Mrs. Johnson had a pitting look in her eyes. IS that pity for me? Well if it is she better lose it because I’m not going to take it. I’m fine. I know a lot has happened to me but there is no reason for anyone to give me that look.

“Did I do something wrong?” I asked.
“No, you didn’t. I just wanted to know how you were doing and to tell you and I know you know this, that my door is open. You can come and talk to me at any time.” Trying not to roll my eyes, I gave her a smile and a nod. Then I hurried to gym. It was my last class and the only one I had with both Jet and Snow.

I quickly got changed and joined them on the bleachers. The floor of the gym was cover with 6 mats. They looked like the ones used for wrestling.

“What are we doing?? I asked, confused.

“No idea,” Jet shrugged. “But I think it’s got to be better than tennis.”

Snow and I nodded our heads in agreement when a whistle was blown so loudly that it made everyone jump. Coach Corning came to a quick stop in front of the class. Coach, as we all call him, is very tall and very, very muscular. He’s as tall as Jet if not taller with very alert blue eyes and no hair. I think he might have been in the army or something because he treats use like we are in boot camp.

“As you may have noticed,” he began in a low booming voice, “we are not playing tennis. Due to recent events the school feels like it is best for all students to learn how to defend themselves.” Cool! This is going to be great! Now just so you know, I’m not a gym person. But after Nick’s attack, I think this will really help me. “Now I want you to break up into six groups of three or four. Do this now.” He blew the whistle again, making us all move at once. I bet you can’t guess who my group included. Aw man! You’re right, Jet and Snow. We really are like the Three Musketeers.

We walked to the last mat that was open which happens to be were Coach does all the demonstrations. That’s alright. I can get a better look on how to do the moves, right? Well, all of a sudden it didn’t seem alright any more.

“Laura! Front and center. You’re going to help me demonstrate.” Sugar Beans! “The first thing you all are going to learn is how to hit the sensitive areas when your attacker grabs you from the back. The four areas are the stomach, foot, nose, and groin. When your attacker grabs you, elbow him in the stomach first. Then right away bring the heel of your foot down hard on the attacker’s foot. Next, make a fist and slam it backwards into the nose. Finally bring that fist down quick and hard to the groin area. These four steps will make it so you can get away and get help.” Boy, do I wish I could have used this on Nick. “Alright Laura, show them how it’s done and don’t hold back. I can take anything you can dish out.”

“But Coach…won’t I…get in trouble?” I was excited to perform these moves but not on him.

“Don’t worry about it. The principal knows what I’m doing. Now get ready. Or are you going to let someone take advantage of you like Nick did?” That just pissed me off. I tried my hardest to get away. And why did he have to bring that up in front of the whole class? Who does he think he is? Who does Nick think he is? What right does he have to attack someone? If he ever confronts me again, I'm going to…
“Humph……Ow……Ah……Oh!” I turned around and found Coach rolling on the mat.

“Coach!” I bent down next to him. “Coach, I’m so sorry. What can I do to help you?”

“Well,” he said in a raspy voice,” one, don’t apologize. You did exactly what you were supposed to do. Second, could you be a doll and go get me a couple bags of ice, please?”

“Um…sure? Or I could bring the nurse?”

“No, no. I just need the ice.” He looked my right in the eyes. “You did great. No one better mess with you. Now go.” He started to get up, while I started to leave. AS I did leave my classmates started to clap…for me! I ran out of there embarrassed. No one had ever acknowledged me like that. It felt good but at the same time it didn’t.

When I got to the nurse’s office, I told her what happened and asked for the ice. To my amazement, Nurse Brown burst out laughing and congratulating me in taking Coach down. Once I had the ice, I walked to the gym.

As I entered, I noticed everyone was practicing and Coach was sitting on the bleachers. I walked over and gave him the ice. He gave me a smile, which he doesn’t do too often, said thank you and set me to practice with Snow and Jet. They really didn’t give me that much time practicing with them but I wouldn’t either if I saw a sixteen-year old girl just beat up a forty-year old ex-army gym teacher.

Eventually, Coach blew the whistle for us to hit the showers and leave. Snow and I rushed to get changed and meet Jet in the hall.

One the way to the hospital, we were going to see Nana, they couldn’t stop talking about what I did. They even told Nana, which made her laugh. I told her that I would like to join a karate class so I could stand up for myself more and guess what? She said that was a great idea.

We only stayed at the hospital for an hour because 1) Nana was getting tired and 2) I had to get ready to meet Drake. God, what am I going to wear?

I'm so glad you wrote more this soon
Great chapters. I like the triangle that's starting to develop between Drake, Luna and Jet. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens when Drake and Luna go out

Chapter 11

When we got to Mary’s house, we discovered that she wasn’t there. She left a note saying there was an emergency at her office and that she wouldn’t be home until late. So we were on our own for dinner. Good thing we already ate with Nana. After that I ran to my room to pick out an outfit for my date – I mean meeting – with Drake. I went through all of my clothing and found nothing to wear. I would go and ask Snow to barrow something but I don’t want Jet to get upset.

I looked at the clock to check the time. I only had fifteen minutes until Drake picked me up. “Sweet Syrup!” I finally decided to wear my black skinny jeans with my black corset that had purple lace on it with purple ribbon the tie behind me neck. I also decided to wear my knee high boots. Once I was dressed, I ran into the bathroom and quickly did a touch to my makeup. As I was finishing there was a knock on the front door.

“I got it!”Jet yelled as he walked to the door. Banana bread! I hope it wasn’t Drake.”Luna, there someone at the door for you!” Oh no. Jett did not sound happy. That could mean one thing. It was Drake at the door.

“Coming!” I shouted as I did one last check. “Okay Luna. You can do this. You are just going to ask some questions. If things get out of control – well you hit him where it hurts and run like hell.” I step out of the bathroom and started down the stairs. When I was about half way down I found Snow talking to Drake. Jet was leaning against the wall, glaring at Drake. I cleared my throat.

“Oh, there she is. We were just talking. Did you know Drake likes to hang out at Night Shadow? He’s like there all the time,”

“I didn’t know that, Snow, but thanks for telling me.” I grabbed my bag and went towards Drake. “Hi.”

“Good evening,” he greeted me. A moment of awkwardness occurred right then. I took the time to check Drake out. He was wearing black leather pants and a red silk shirt with the first two buttons undone. His hair was pulled back and there was black eyeliner around those already intents emerald eyes. He took my breath away. “Shall we go?” He asked breaking the silence. All I could do was nod and he led me out the door.

The ride to the park was quiet. I wanted to start asking questions but I felt a bit shy for some reason. I felt like he was watching me every single minute of the time we were in the car.

Drake parked the car by the gate of the park. I was about to open my door but Drake was there opening it for me already. I slowly got out of the car, staring at him in shock. The look on my face must have been funny because there was an amused look on Drake’s face.

“How…did you…” I looked over to his now vacated seat and back to where he was standing holding the door. I knew what I wanted to ask but I couldn’t form the words.

He chuckled, “It is one of many things my people can do. We have some of the same abilities but there are others are…more talented.” He took my elbow and guided me away from the car and into the park.

“Are…you one that is more talented?” I asked.

“Actually, I am extremely rare. I have many abilities.”

“Like what?”

“Well all vampires have great hearing, super strength, immortality, excellent sight, and healing. Those who are talented are able to perform a special ability, like telekinesis, premonition, shape-shifter, mind-control, etc. Me? I can shape-shift into any animal I want to, where others can only shift into one. I am telepathic, which also allows me to control their minds or enter their dreams.” He gave me a sly look.

“Wow! So you are like what, a prince or something?”

“I’m too young to be a royal. See the way things work is, you have to be a thousand years old in order to become royal. Our king, Thorne has been ruling our kind for about a hundred years. When he learned about my talents, he wanted to keep me close so he made me general of his army.” He gestured for me to sit on the bench. “Right now, I am on a special assignment.”

“What’s your assignment?” God, I was sitting with the hottest and most talented vampire ever.

“I can’t tell you. I’m afraid that I have told you too much about vampires. If anyone in the kingdom learns about this – your life will be in grave danger. For some reason, I don’t want you to get hurt; I don’t understand where this is coming from.” He shook his head like he is confused.

“Why are you so confused?” I asked nervously.

“Because you are just food! All humans are food. We don’t have feelings for humans. All of my life as a vampire, I was taught that humans are scum,” he explained, getting angry.

“You think I’m scum?”

“I used to think that,” he confessed,”but now I just want to get closer to you and learn more about you. You are sitting next to a vampire and you’re not scared one bit, where others would be terrified. It’s…it’s…mind blowing. I also feel like there is something special about you” He looked me right in the eyes with such curiosity and – love? – or something in them.

“You think I’m special?” Oh jeez. I so want to kiss him right now.

“I think you can help my people but I don’t know how. I feel…”

I felt a strong pull to Drake. It was flattering that he cared so much for me and he barely knew me. I noticed that we were both leaning towards each other and he had stopped talking. We were so close. I wanted to kiss him, see what it’s like to kiss a vampire. Our lips were about to meet and hopefully send me into complete bliss but…

“Drake,” a strong voice called from behind us. Drake jumped up at the sound of his name. I thought that vampires weren’t afraid of anything but Drake looked terrified. It at all possible, he was paler then he normally was.

“I am sorry to interrupt your meeting, but I must talk to you,” this mysterious man said.

“Tis not a problem sire.” Drake looked extremely nervous. “Sire, may I introduce to you Luna?”

“Yes, you may.” He took my hand and kissed it. “My name is Thorne, m’lady.” OMFG! I am meeting the king! “Please forgive me but I must speak with Drake. It cannot wait.”

“Oh, please, take your time. I don’t mind.” I was trying to sound civilized like him and Drake. I don’t think it worked to well because Thorne chuckled as he led Drake away.

I sat there wishing I had hearing like Drake. It looked like their conversation was intense. Thorne looked a bit mad at Drake. I wish I knew why. I don’t think he did anything wrong, except for telling me what he is. The conversation ended and both vampires came back to where I was sitting.

“Luna it was a pleasure meeting you,” Thorne said taking my hand and kissing it again.

“The pleasure is all mine, sir. I feel honored to meet you.” Okay I admit it. I was like in awe of Thorne. He is so hot. Thorne was about Drake’s height with pearl white hair and gray, almost silver, eyes. He was wearing a stunning blue silk shirt paired with black trousers.

“I wish I could stay and chat but I must attend to some business. I hope we will meet again in the near future.” He gave me a sly smile before turning to Drake.

“Take care of what we discussed or you know the consequences.”

“Yes sire. It will be taken care of immediately.” Drake sounded super serious and super afraid.

Thorne walked away and Drake sagged on to the bench. He didn’t say anything for a while. He just sat there looking at nothing.

“That did not go very well,” he finally said. “I’m afraid I must cut our time short. I have something I must do.”

“Okay.” I said it was okay but I was a little disappointed. I had more questions I wanted to ask. “It’s probably close to curfew anyways.”Drake took my hand and led me to his car.

Again the ride was quite. When we arrived at Mary’s I felt like I should say something but didn’t know what.

“I am sorry for what happened. I hope it didn’t ruin things for you.”

“Don’t worry about it.” I was trying to act like I didn’t care but truth be told I did care. “You have to follow orders. I understand completely.”

“Really?” Drake seemed surprised, relieved and amused all at the same time.

“Yeah. Maybe we can continue our talk another time.” Did I just ask him out again? I did, didn’t I? Oh, please say ‘yes’.

“I would like that but…,” BUT? Did he just say ‘but’? “let’s not plan it right now. I will call you wit in the next couple of nights and then we can plan our next meeting.”

“Sounds good. Just so you know. If you don’t call, I am going to call you and I won’t stop until I actually talk to you.”

“Drake chuckled, “That is fine by me, Luna. I like a persistent woman. He leaned towards me and the most amazing thing happened.

Our lips finally met. And I don’t mean a just a peck but a full blown kiss. He entangled his fingers in my hair to keep me where I was but there was no way I was pulling away. I mean I felt electricity and heat. I wanted to jump him right there. His lips were soft but hard as they pressed against mine. Drake moved his mouth against mine and my lips had no choice but to follow. I was in heaven.

Sadly, this amazing kiss ended when Drake slowly and painfully pulled away. “Sweet dreams, dark angel,” he whispered, his lips mere inches away.

“Good night, Drake.” I said, breathlessly, as I opened the car door. I gave him a shy smile as I got out and he let my hair run between his fingers.

As I walked up the steps to the house, I felt like I was floating. I wanted more. I wanted those lips back. I wanted to hold Drake and give him everything.

Drake didn’t pull out of the driveway until I was in the house with the doors locked. I watched his tail lights until they had disappeared, then I floated to the kitchen.

I went to the sink to get a drink and looked out the window. There standing by the trees was that figure from the other night but this time I saw red eyes. Is Drake watching my house? The figure started to advance on the house but was stopped by another figure. It looked like whoever they were, were having a conversation. I looked away to see if anyone was around, which is ridiculous because Mary is at her office and the twins were in bed. When I looked out the window again both figures were gone. Am I imagining things? I shook my head and went to bed, praying to have sweet dreams about that kiss.

Man, would I ever have my prayers answered?

Chapter 12

I realized I was standing at the mouth of the alley. I was looking around the street. No one seemed to notice me. I was about to walk away, when I heard a crash coming from the alley. I turned to the alley and tried to look done it, but I couldn’t see anything.

Tentatively I whispered, “Hello?” The answer I received was another crash with a grunt. It sounded like a guy. Is there a fight? Maybe I should go get help. But curiosity won out. I slowly entered the alley, not sure of what or who I was going to find.

As I made my way down, the grunts and crashes got louder and louder. Then I found them. Two men were fighting. Well, one was being thrown around by the other. Keeping to the shadows, I kept moving closer.

When I got close enough, I noticed that the man that was doing all of the throwing wasn’t a man. He was a vampire and not just any vampire. It was Thorne.

I jumped behind the dumpster so he couldn’t see me. And let me tell you! It was a good thing I moved when I did because when right after I moved the man had landed right where I was standing. The man slowly got to his hands and knees. He had really taken a beating. He turned his head towards me. Our eyes met and … OMG! DRAKE!

I started to go towards him but he shook his head. Thorne came up behind him right then. He grabbed Drake and slammed him into the wall. Then Throne wrapped his hand around Drake’s neck and started to squeeze.

“Now get this through your head,” Thorne said in an inhuman voice, like an animal growling, “I want that half-breed destroyed.” He dropped Drake, who began coughing uncontrollable. “I will not let that abomination continue to walk this earth. If any one finds out what she is capable of, especially her, we are all in trouble.”

“Sire,” Drake croaked as he got to his feet,”may I ask why she is a threat?”

Thorne thought about it for about a minute. Just when I thought he wasn’t going to answer, in a calm voice he said, “She will change everything we know. She could expose us to the humans. Think about it,” he started to pace, “we will no longer be able to drink from anyone we want. There will be some stupid system put in place so that we have to order our blood. The humans could walk around unharmed and with all that delicious blood following through their veins.”

“Why would that be so bad, my lord?” Oh Drake, don’t ask those kinds of questions. Thorne was in front of Drake and throwing him into the dumpster with in a blink of an eye.

“We won’t have our freedom, you idiot,” yelled Thorne. Drake fell to the ground moaning in pain. Then Thorne was on top of him again. “Now you listen to me! I ordered you to kill the girl but what do I find? You about to kiss her! How dare you defy me! You owe me! If it wasn’t for me, you would not be walking this earth! I am your sire and you are to obey my every command!” Thorne backed away from Drake. “Now if you can’t complete your task let me know now so that I can assign someone else to kill Luna.”
WHAT? ME? I’m not half-vampire! I mean I don’t know who my parents are but how can I be a vampire? I eat and sleep like any human. I don’t drink blood, but I do like my steaks a bit on the rare side. There is absolutely no way I am a vampire.

“My king,” Drake said bringing back to reality, “I do not mean to offend you but how do you know Luna is the half-breed?”

Thorne had an amused look on his face as he answer Drake’s question. “Do remember Opal?”

“I do, sire. She has been assumed dead for the past seventeen years.”

“Correct. Do you remember the human she fell in love with?

“I do remember him but not his name.”

“His name was Adam. Opal allowed him to touch her in ways no other respectable vampire would allow any human. She became pregnant and hid so that no one would destroy her or the child. I thought she went to Adam, so that’s where I first looked. She was not there and neither was he. The apartment was empty of everything.”

“I remember you telling me that, my lord.”

“I continued my search but never found either one. Then about nine months later, late November, I found a pile of dust by that orphanage. Within that dust I found Opal’s favorite necklace. An opal set in the middle of a gold heart. The only way for Opal to give birth to the child was to kill herself. Adam must have been with her. He took the child and placed it on the steps of the orphanage. He left before I could catch him and the baby was taken into the safety of the orphanage. I watched for years and finally saw the child. She looked like Opal, with her blond hair and those blue eyes. I knew what had to be done but I had to wait until she would leave the orphanage by herself and for you to master your ever growing talents.”

“Sire, Luna has black hair.”

“The fool dyed it. In actuality it is blond. You must destroy her Drake. Get rid of this abomination or you know the consequences.”

“I will do my best, my lord.”

“Good.” And with that Thorne left and I woke up back in my bed.

“I got to leave,” was the first thing I realized. I got out of bed and quickly got dressed. I then grabbed my duffel bag and packed it with lighting speed. What a second?? Did I just move that fast? There is no way. I can’t be the one Thorne was talking about. I shook my head and grabbed the little amount of money I had earned from doing chores around the house.

I quietly and quickly went downstairs. I didn’t want to wake anyone up and I didn’t want to leave but I had to. So I wrote a quick note saying I needed to get away and that I might return.

I opened the door and nearly screamed. There on the porch was Drake. His hand was raised, ready to knock on the door.

“You scared me,” I whispered, trying to get my heart to calm down.

“I didn’t mean too. I just wanted to make sure you were okay,” he said, sheepishly. I really took a good look at him know, remembering everything he went through.

“I’m fine, a little freaked, but fine. What about you? You took a good beating there.” Most of his injuries have healed but he still had some scratches and bruises.

“I will be alright.” He looked nervous. Was he here to kill me now? Oh, please, no. Not here where Mary and the twins can find me.

“What do you really want? Are you going to explain why Thorne wants me dead? Why I keep having these real dreams? Why you saw me and not Thorne? Or are you going to kill me, like you were ordered to do?” I was getting upset. And you know what? I have every reason to be upset. I just learned that I’m half-vampire. And that my mom killed herself in order to give birth to me. And my father is out in the world somewhere and doesn’t want anything to do with.

“I know you have a lot on your mind. I can’t make out your thoughts, because there is so many. I thought I could come by and say that I want to help you. I don’t want to kill you. I think what you can bring my people will help us tremendously. Thorne can be a good king but some of his ideas are barbaric.”

“So you think that I’m going to just accept your help and forget that you were going to kill me. I don’t think so. And just so you know, you are not welcomed in this house.”

Drake had an amused smile on his face and shook his head. “That has not effect on us, not when a vampire resides in a house.” To make his point clear, he stepped into the house and closed the door. “Now as I was saying…”

While he was distracted, I ran and grabbed an umbrella. When I came back I took a swing at Drake but he caught it no problem. “Nice swing, but if you embrace what you are it will have more force to it,” he said taking the umbrella away from me. I turned and ran towards to back door. “Luna,” Drake was already blocking the door. “I can help you master you skills and I swear on my honor, I will not kill you.”

“Why should that have any meaning to me? Your honor means nothing.”

“I was a soldier during the American Revolutionary War. There I learned that my honor is my word. It is a promise that I must abide by. If I don’t, I will be punished for the rest of my life.”

“So you would be punished for eternity if you killed me?”

“Yes.”

“Well, then…I accept your help.” I was sure if I made the right choice but my gut told me to trust Drake. That he would protect me and help me. “Can we start with why Thorne wants me dead?”

“I believe that is a good place to start,” Drake said nodding his head. We went into the living room where he told me of a time of peace between all covens. That peace was created by a half breed, and Thorne didn’t want this. He wanted to go and conquer all covens by force. He wanted all vampires to fear him and his mate, Scarlett.

Drake explained that from the first day he saw me, which was when he broke into the orphanage, he knew I was different. He, also, explained that he had found Nana lying on the floor and was going to call for help once he had left. Drake was even kind enough to give me my hundred bucks back. He was trying to make it look like someone was stealing money. Then he explained that he was going to kill me until he got to know me and how I could help the vampires.

“Alright, I guess I understand but I want to know more about my parents. What was my mom like? Why did my father abandon me if he knew my life was endangered?” I asked.

“The second question I cannot answer. But I can tell you what I know of your mother. As you are aware of, her name was Opal. A lot of vampires looked up to her. She was wise but that wisdom came from a long life. If memory serves me right, she was 987 years old. If anything happened to Thorne, she would take his place. She lived a peaceful life. Opal helped me learn to master my talents. We were friends. Even though at the time I did not approve of it, she would tell me wonderful things about your father. How he treated her like a normal person, even when he knew she was a vampire. He would bring her small gifts to show his love. He was willing to defend her even though she could defend herself. Adam helped her to remember what it was like to be human and she love it.” Drake continued on telling me everything he knew about my mother. How my eyes look exactly like hers and if I let the dye out, my hair would also look like hers.

When he was done, I felt drained. I just wanted to go to bed but I was afraid that Thorne or Scarlett, yes he explained that Scarlett was just as mean as Thorne if not more, would come into the house and hurt Mary, Jet and Snow. I was also afraid they would kill me!

“Am I and my family safe here? Or should I like wake them up and tell them we have to leave because a vampire wants to kill me?” I asked Drake.

“You are all safe,” he replied.

How are we safe? You said vampires can enter the house of another vampire? Thorne or Scarlett can come in here at any time,” I explained.

“I called in a favor and the house is protected against all vampires. The only ones who can enter is you or I, and I won’t enter unless I am invited. So,” Drake got up from the couch and head towards the front door, I scrambled to follow him, “lock the door when I leave. I will come back tomorrow night and start your training. Good night, dark angel.”

Drake was about to leave when I thought of a question I had to ask. “How were you able to be out when the sun was up?”

Drake turned around, “As a vampire ages, he or she grows immunity to the sun. Te sun can still weaken me. If I stayed out for too long I would start to burn. But if a vampire is as old as Thorne, Scarlett, or Opal the sun does not affect you. Once we reach 500 years, the sun is not a threat. But you do not need to worry because your father’s human genes protect you.”

Then he came over to where I stood and looked deep within my eyes. He bent down, moving even closer to me. I knew what he was doing and I couldn’t wait so I closed the distance and made our lips meet. This kiss was just as intense as the earlier kiss. It made me want more but I wasn’t ready. So before I made a stupid choice, I slowly pulled away.

“Good night, Drake,” I whispered.

Stunned, he smile and said, “Sweet dreams, my dark angel.”

After he left, I did as he told me. I locked the door. Then I grabbed my duffel bag and went back to bed. I don’t know why or how but after that kiss I felt safe. I knew Drake would protect me and that we would figure away to prevent Thorne from harming anyone I love or me.

I went to bed with a smile and had the greatest dreams ever.

I love it how you often put up two chapters at once
These were pretty good. Things are getting interesting.
I like the way you're portraying Drake - especially when he talked about how he used to think of humans as scum. You're making him real by not making him perfect and it's great. He was wearing eyeliner? I must say I rather like that. You did a great job with them being interrupted when they were just about to kiss - prolonging the anticipation. And the actual kiss was great. The talents vampires have are a bit Twilight-like, but it's not over the top. So she's half-vampire? That's a nice twist. I'd like to hear more about her powers. I suppose having those dreams is one of them? I wonder why Drake was able to see her, though. I only think that she switched too suddenly from not trusting Drake to trusting him, after having that dream and learning that she's half-vampire. I would add a sentence or two there, nothing else.

Please tell me you've written more? I read all you have posted in one shot just now and when i got to the end i kept trying to scroll to read more :-(. This is a really good story!

Chapter 13

“Luna?” a voice yelled in my dreams. “Luna!”

“Mm” I pulled the covers over my head and tried to block the voice.

BANG! I bolt straight up in bed to see Mary standing in the doorway, her breath rapid.

“Oh thank God!” She cried as she ran over to me. Mary wrapped her arms around me in a tight embrace. “Don’t you ever scare me like that again!”

Confused, I asked, “What are you talking about?” Mary pulled away and held up the note I had written last night. “Oh Mary, I am so sorry. I forgot I had written it. I was going to leave but at the last minute I decided against it.”

Mary pulled back even more and I noticed she had tears in her eyes. “Why did you want to leave? What would I have told Nana? What about the twins? Do you realize what running away would have done to them?”

“I’m sorry. There’s just been so much going on and I felt like I was losing control.”

“Luna, you should have come to me. We could have talked about everything.”

“I know. It’s just that…I didn’t feel like I should burden you with my thoughts. I thought I could handle it on my own. I was wrong.”

“Luna,” she sighed. “I haven’t been a very good guardian, have I? You are supposed to feel comfortable talking to me and living in my home but you don’t. Maybe I should talk to Nana and we can find a new home for you.”

“What? No! Mary please, don’t send me away!” I felt tears in the back of my eyes. When was I going to get a break? Just when I see the light at the end of the tunnel, it gets blocked by another obstacle gets in the way.

“Honey, I don’t want to but you leave me no choice. I don’t know how I can help you.”

“Mary, please, just give me another chance. I can do better. Just please, don’t send me away.”

“If I give you another chance, you have to talk to me. Jet and Snow aren’t afraid to talk to me and I need to feel that way as well. If you want to be here, you have to act like this is your home.” I could tell Mary wanted me here and that it pained her to think about sending me away but she was right. I don’t feel like this is my real home and I don’t feel comfortable talking to her but I’m going to change that.

“Maybe we could talk now?” I suggested. “There are some things I wanted to talk to you about last night but you weren’t here.”

Mary smiled at me. “What’s on your mind?” I told her about gym class and how I felt that by learning self-defense would help me stand up for myself. I told her I wanted to go to the local martial arts center and sign up for some classes. She thought that was a great idea. Then I went into a problem I just realized was about to explode.

“Mary? Is it possible to love to guys at the same time?”

“What do you mean? I know you have feelings for Jet and vice versa. Are you saying you like someone else?” I nodded my head. “Is…is it Drake?” Another nod. “Well then I have to say you have to follow your heart. You have to decide who you love more, Drake or Jet? Then you are going to have to tell that person. And just a warning, whoever it is you decide you don’t want to be with might get mad at you but in the end they will be happy you told them instead of playing with their heart. It will work out as long as you are honest to yourself and to Jet and Drake.”

“Thanks Mary but that really doesn’t help. How am I supposed to know who to choose? I love them both and I don’t want to hurt either one of them.” Especially since Drake is putting his life on the line for me.

“Luna, I can’t tell you who to pick. But no matter who you do pick, someone will get hurt but they will get over it. Just listen to mind and to your heart. Now is there anything else you want to talk about right now.”

I thought about it and remembered that Drake was going to come over and start my training. “Actually yes, Drake was wondering if he could come over. He wanted to show me some defense moves. He said he would come by around eight if it was okay with you.”

“Why not? This will give me a chance to thank him for helping you. If he wants to come at seven that will be fine as well but I don’t want him staying any later than nine, okay?”

“Okay, Mary. And thank you. I’ll do better, I promise.” I then gave her a huge hug and we sat there for a bit, just hanging on to each other.

“Alright you time to get up and ready for school or do you want another ice bath?” She pulled away and gave me a bit of an evil smile which I loved. I also realized that our relationship as gone to the next level. She was my friend now and I wanted more.

“I’m up. I’ll be ready in about thirty minutes.” I slid off the bed after she got off.

“Sounds good breakfast will be waiting for you.” With that she left my room. I headed towards the bathroom with a smile on my face, feeling like nothing could happen to ruin my mood. Mary’s house was actually starting to feel like home. She probably would throw me out if she knew I was half-vampire.

* * * * * * * *

So Snow, Jet and I walked to school like we always do. And it felt great just hanging out with my friends. Snow was chatting about what color she was going to dye her hair next. “I’m thinking purple or maybe green. What do you think, Luna?”

I studied her for a few seconds trying to imagine the colors on her. “I think you should go with purple. Green is just not your color.”

“I agree,” Jet said putting his arm around my shoulders. “Besides green would make it look like you had mold growing in your hair.”

“Oh thank you brother of mine. I always cherish your wonderful comments.” Snow said sarcastically.

“Hey that’s what I’m here for,” Jet said with a smile. That smile reminded me that I had to decide who I loved more, Drake or Jet. But I couldn’t choose. They, both, are great guys, well one guy, and one vampire. They’re both hot and they care about me. Why did I have to choose? But Mary was right. It isn’t fair to play with either of their hearts. Then I thought of something.

When I kissed Drake, I felt alive. It was amazing and it made me feel like the luckiest girl in the whole world. It had been a while since I kissed Jet so I decided to see how I felt after kissing him. Wait you idiot. If you kiss him then dump him, he is going to feel as if you were using him. As much as I hate to admit it my inner voice was right. I guess Jet’s kisses aren’t as great as I thought. I loved Jet but not as much as I loved Drake. I thought of Drake as a brother, not a boyfriend. Oh sweet nuts, I am going to break his heart.

“Luna? Are you okay?” Jet asked. I then realized that I had stopped. “Are you crying?”

I wiped at my eyes. “I guess I am but that’s just because I am going to do something I don’t want to do.”

“What is it?” Snow asked. They both looked concerned and it made it that much harder to do what I had to do.

“Jet, you know I care about you, right?”

“Yeah, of course I do. Who helped us settle in at the orphanage? It was you and I knew I had a great friend.” He had one of his sweet smiles on, which made my heart ache.

“Well, I hope you still consider me a friend after this.”

“What’s going on, Luna? Tell me.” The smile was gone and I think he knew what was going to happen.

“Jet, I don’t think us dating is going to work out. I love you but I think of you as a brother, not a boyfriend. And I have strong feelings for Drake and I didn’t want to lead you on when I didn’t feel that share the same feelings,” I said in a rush.

Jet and Snow looked at me in shock, like they both couldn’t believe I was doing this. I could see that I had hurt Jet and that Snow was mad at me. The tears were still coming but part of me knew I did the right thing.

Jet abruptly turned away and walked to the school, his hands clutched into fists. Snow came towards me and – SLAP! – she slapped me! Then she ran after he brother. I stood there in shock that I was just slapped but I did deserve it. I just broke her brother’s heart.

I sighed and wiped the rest of the tears away. I started walking to school again, wondering how things could get any worse. I pulled out my phone and called Drake. I got his voicemail.

“Hey. It’s Luna. I talked to Mary and she said you can come between seven and eight tonight. O and I want to warn you, although he really can’t hurt you, but I just dumped my best friend Jet because of how I feel for you and he is really upset. So, please, don’t be surprised if he is mean to you. I’ll see you later. Bye.” I hung up and looked at the school, preparing for a day or two of not having the twins talk to me.

“There goes my home,” I muttered to myself as I walked through the front doors.




Chapter 14


So the whole day was gray. Snow and Jet weren’t talking to me, they wouldn’t even acknowledge me. I thought the day couldn’t get any worse but I was wrong.

I entered my history class and got the surprise of a lifetime. I thought I would never see him again. I was told he was forbidden from entering school grounds but there he was. Nick. Standing with a bunch of jocks laughing their heads off at something Nick just said.

I couldn’t move, couldn’t breathe. The person who raped me was standing in my class, by my seat.

“Laura?” A gentle hand was on my shoulder. I looked into the eyes of Miss Locke. She’s the youngest, sweetest teacher in the entire school but she was also the toughest. Her eyes had concern in them.

“What is he doing here?” I whispered.

“He came to get his school work,” she explained. “Don’t worry. He’ll be gone in a couple of minutes. Why don’t you stay by my desk until he leaves?”

All I could do is nod. I didn’t want to look at him, didn’t want to think about him. But I had this feeling he was watching me. Waiting to make his move.

Miss Locke led me to her desk. “Now you had some questions about last night’s homework?”

I looked at her in shock. Then she gave me a wink. Oh! She was giving me an excuse for being at her desk.

“Actually no, I don’t but I have a question about something else,” I replied.

“What’s your question?” she asked while sitting in her chair.

“I want to learn more about the American Revolution. Could you recommend a book that I could read?”

“You’re interested in the American Revolution?” Miss Locke looked skeptical. “Why the interest, Laura?”

“Well, it’s how we got our freedom from the British. I thought I should learn more about what was sacrificed in order to achieve that freedom.” What sacrifices Drake had to make. I thought to myself.

“Hmm.” Miss Locke thought about it for a minute then looked at a piece of paper on her desk. “I will recommend a book as long as you write a paper about what you learned.”

“What?!” I nearly shouted.

“Your grades aren’t the greatest, Laura. They have slipped since Nana was put in the hospital. I’m giving you a chance to improve them, which you know I don’t do this.”

“So you’re giving me extra credit? Why?”

“You’ve been through a lot and I think you just need a helping hand. So I’m giving you one. You’re a smart girl, Laura. I’m hoping you will take the helping hand. It’s your choice but know this. I will not offer anything like this again.” Her eyes were firm but there was a bit of pleading behind them, like she wanted me to trust her.

I could use the extra boost in my grades. With a sigh, I said, “When is it do and what is the title of the book?”

Miss Locke gave me a smile and wrote the title and author of the book, along with the due date and how long the paper should be on a post-it note. “Remember this is between you and me. No other student needs to know I’m doing this.”

I gave her a nod and took the post-it. Just then, Mrs. Johnson and two police officers came into the room. They approached Nick and started to lead him out of the room.

I was hoping he wouldn’t notice me on his way out, but he stopped in front of Miss Locke’s desk and looked right at me. “Hi, Luna! Thanks for that special night.” The officer behind him pushed him gently towards the door but not before Nick gave me the evilest smile I have ever seen. It sent shivers down my spine.

“Are you okay?” Miss Locke asked after Nick left the room.

“Yeah – I’m okay. Thanks for the helping hand,” I said to her with a smile before heading to my desk. But truth be told, I wasn’t okay. I felt sick and disgusting. I could feel Nick’s eyes on me. I could see his evil grin.

I had to talk to someone, but who? It had to be the person I felt safe with. I just hope she feels up to it.

* * * * * * * * * *

I called Mary after school and told her about Jet and Snow. I also asked if I could visit Nana. She thought it was a great idea.

When I got to the hospital I felt excited and nervous. I didn’t want to burden Nana but I wanted to see her before her operation. I wanted to tell her about Jet, how I’ve been feeling lately, my encounter with Nick, and about Drake. Well – not that he’s a vampire and how I’m a half – vampire, but how I feel for him.

I was about to enter Nana’s room, when the doctor came up to me.

“Are you related to Nana?” he asked.

“I’m the closest thing to a family she has. She’s was me guardian before everything happened,” I explained.

“Okay. Can I talk to you before you see her?”

“Is something wrong?” I asked in a small, shaky voice.

“I’m afraid Nana isn’t doing too well,” he said.

“What does that mean?” I demanded.

“The cancer has spread,” he told me. What?! I stood there in shock, unable to breathe, unable to think. “I’m afraid there is nothing we can do for her. Even if we treat the cancer, I’m afraid she won’t live much longer. I know this is a lot to take in…” His voice faded away as darkness consumed me.


“Luna? Luna, honey? Please wake up?” came the sweetest, softest voice ever. Slowly, the darkness vanished from my vision and I found an angel looking at me with a lot of love. Not an angel, it was Nana. Nana was looking at me with so much love; it hurt my hurt for not visiting her more. Then the doctor’s words came crashing back.

“Oh sweet honey, Nana! Nana, you can’t leave me! You can’t! Not now! I need you!” I practically yell as I embrace her tightly, tears streaming down my face.

“Oh sweet heart, I’m so sorry you had to find out this way. I wish he would have told you with me next to you.” She holds me as tight as she can, rubbing my back like she use to do.

“But you can’t be worse! You were so much better the last time I saw you!”

“Oh honey, I know. But things can change quickly,” she explained.

“When did you find out?” I mumbled into her shoulder.

“Just this morning. I didn’t want to take you away from school. I know you’ve missed plenty of school lately. I didn’t want to ruin your day.”

“But it was already ruined,” I cried.

She pulled away and looked me in the eyes, “What do you mean, Laura?”

So I told her everything. How I fell for Drake and told Jet this morning. How he and Snow are so mad at me that won’t even look at me. How I feel for Drake and how he makes me feel. About my extra credit assignment in history. About Nick being in school and what he said, how he made me feel. Everything that I dare tell her.

“Oh Luna,” she held me tighter, rocking me back and forth. “You have had a really bad day and I just made it worst. I’m so sorry. I wish there was something I could do to help you.”

“You are helping me by just listening. I have needed to talk to you for a while.”

“Why don’t you talk to Mary? She’s your guardian now. I know she cares about you.”

“I didn’t feel like she would understand. I didn’t feel like her house was my home but that’s changing. I feel better about living with her. I just need to get Jet and Snow to talk to me.”

“Well I’m glad things are getting better there. Now, I think we should call Mary and let her know what’s going on and why you aren’t home.” She started to reach for the phone.

“What time is it?” I asked.

“It’s eight thirty,” she responded.

“OMG! I was supposed to be hanging out with Drake. He was going to teach me how to defend myself. He was supposed to be there at eight.”

“I bet when he finds out what happen he won’t be upset with you. I’m sure he will understand.” I nod my head and snuggle up to her as she calls Mary.


Mary arrived half an hour later with Jet, Snow, and…Drake! He came too and he had concern and love in his eyes. When he saw me, he rushed over at a human pace and pulled me into a huge embrace, laying a gentle kiss on my forehead.

“Are you okay?” he asks, voice full of concern.

“Yeas and no,” I tell him leaning my head into his shoulder, feeling safe like nothing can go wrong as long as he’s here. I’m sorry I didn’t call you but I sort of fainted.”

“Don’t apologize. I understand.”

We stay like that as Nana tells everyone what is going on. Snow broke down crying and Jet was holding Snow but his face stayed expressionless. Mary was hugging Nana.

Once everyone was settled, we sat and discussed everything. Drake never left my side, which was great, but Jet and Snow never even looked in my direction. I sighed and snuggled closer to Drake, wondering what I could do to get Jet and Snow to talk to me, but nothing came to mind.

“Laura?” said Nana.
“Mm?” I hummed looking at her. She looks so tired, maybe it’s time to leave. I thought.

“Why don’t you and Drake go get everyone something to drink?” she suggested.

“Oh! Okay. Sure.”

Mary handed me some money and Drake and I went off to find the vending machines.

“So,” Drake starts as we walk away, “how are you really feeling?”

I look at my feet, not completely sure how I feel. I mean I lost my best friends, saw the guy who raped me, and now Nana. How can I explain how I feel? “I guess – the word – to describe – how I feel is – lost.” I look up into those amazing eyes, the ones I drown in. I mean here I am a tough girl and my world is coming apart.

“Lost how?” he asks gently.

“Well, first thing this morning I lost my two best friends because I was honest and told one of them I didn’t care for him the way he cares for me. Second, the guy who raped me was in school for a short period of time and within that time he made me feel sick. Now, Nana is – dying.” Tears start streaming down my cheeks. Admitting that Nana isn’t going to be around much longer is the worst thing to come to terms with. “How can she do this to me?” I yell at Drake. “How can she not get well? How can she leave me behind? She’s the closest thing to a mother I have and she’s going to leave me? Why – Oh God!” I collapse into Drake’s arms, crying hysterically. Having no idea what to do. Not knowing how to help her. Feeling betrayed but also knowing it’s not her fault. “Please tell me it’s not true,” I beg. “Tell me I’m in a horrible nightmare and that Nana is going to be fine. Please! Please!”

“Oh my sweet dark angel, I wish I could. But hiding the truth is never the right thing to do. All I can tell you is that use the time you have left with Nana wisely. Love her like you never have, talk to her about everything. Just be there for her. And I’ll make you a promise,” I look up into his emerald green eyes and see sadness and love. “I promise I will be by your side the whole time. I will do anything to help you get through this. I promise.” He then leans down and kisses me so sweetly that I just melt into him. I’m so into this kiss that I forget everything and everyone. I know that I’m meant to be with him and him with me. This is my destiny.

“Don’t mind me,” comes a hoarse, cold voice. Drake and I break the kiss and find Jet standing thee trembling. There’s anger in his eyes and tears running down his cheeks.

“Jet…please don’t. Not now. I know you’re upset.” I start to approach him but he only backs away. “I know you’re mad at me and then the whole thing with Nana but please don’t doing anything you’ll regret, not here, not now.” My voice is a whisper of what it normally is.

“All I have to say is…” Jet swallows hard, trying to calm himself. “If you hurt her, I will come after you and hurt you ten times worse, you got me.” He looks at Drake, no fear in his eyes but openly showing how much he loves me.

“I swear I will not hurt her and if I do I will accept the pain that you bring me.” Drake said not breaking the gaze between them. The air is so tense you could cut it with a knife. I start to really worry when neither of them back down when Drake says, “Why don’t I go get those drinks and let you two talk?” He looks at me and smiles. “I’ll meet you back at the room.” He kisses my forehead and nods to Jet before leaving.

Once he’s gone, I turn to Jet who is still stiff but relaxed a little. Things feel awkward between us and they never had before or not this badly. I don’t know what to say or how to act. I want things between us to be better but I have no clue how to do that.

“So,” Jet starts, “how are you?”

I give a half – smile, “I’m actually getting tired of people asking me that but to answer your question, I’m okay but I’m not at the same time.

He nods in understanding. “I know how that feels. I’m kind of feeling that right now too.” Jet looks at me for real and continues, “I feel like I lost my best friend today and now someone I care about is dying. It hurts and I just want it to stop but I don’t know how to make it stop.”

“I know,” is all I can say.

“Then on the way out of school I heard that Nick was in school for a bit and that he talked to you. I was so worried that he might’ve tried something, like try to hurt you again or something, that I wished I wasn’t such a jerk.”

“All Nick did was remind me of the awful night. He didn’t get the chance to do anything else,” I explain to him. “And you have every right to be a jerk.”

“First off, I’m glad he didn’t make a move at you. Second, I had no right to be a jerk. We were giving it a shoot and you said if it didn’t work out we would go back to being friends. I guess I thought things were fine between us but then Drake came into the picture. And…I just wish I was the one to help you feel at peace, like he does.” Jet looks down at his shoes and studies them. He’s embarrassed I realize. Embarrassed by the way he reacted and how he’s treated me.

“Jet,” I move towards him and instead of explaining things…I just hug him. I feel him relax even more and put his arms around my waist, comforting each other. “I’m sorry it didn’t work out between us,” I whispered in his ear, “But I think of you as a brother. I love you but I’m not in love with you.”

“I know,” he whispers back, “And I’m sorry for the way I treated you.” We stay there for another minute or two, before pulling apart. Looking at him, I now see a small light of hope. Some things will stay the same, even when Nana dies.”Shall we head back? Your boyfriend is probably wondering where you are.”

“You’re still not okay with me dating him, are you?”

“Nope,” he says more upbeat, “And I never will be. But know that I am here for you if it doesn’t work out. If he hurts you let me know and then I’ll kick his ass. Until then I’ll be polite but nothing else.”

“Sounds good to me.” I say wrapping an arm around his waist as we make our way back to Nana’s room. I feel better already. I have one friend back, now I just have to figure out a way to get Snow back.

We make it to the room and almost crash into Mary. “Oh good your back. Now if I could only find Snow.”

“What do you mean? Where did she go?” Jet asked, panicked.

“Luna,” its Drake, “we need to talk, in private.”

Oh no what happened to snow?!! The king I bet. Argh. Can't wait to read more. Ur story has got me hookeddddd.

LOL. You're going to have to wait. I have writer's block

:pouts: I was hoping you had some chapters typed up already and was just pacing yourself in posting them. lol. darn it. I'll wait

:sits in chair:

LOL I'll see what I can do.