the darkness within by FillolisiousxBabe

The Darkness Within Hearts

~Chapter 1~

|A Vampire Claiming me?|

"What was that?" I said to myself.

There was a constant banging down stairs that woke me from my sleep. I got out of bed and walked out of my room in my nighty. I had to walk quietly since the floor boards sometime make a creepy creaking sound. I didn't want to wake up dad since he'd get into a bad mood after being awaken in the middle of the night. I bet there's nothing that can compare to how scary he can be.

I went down stairs, cautious of where I stepped. My house wasn't really big, I'd say it was average. I stopped to hear out where the sound could be coming from. There it was again. This time I knew where it was, my basement.

Why did it have to be my basement? WHY?? I was always freaked out to go down there during the day. So how do you think I'm going to react to this? Well I'm dead scared to find out what's been making the noise. It was like some thing crawled in through the window there and landed with a thump. I took a breath in before twisting the golden door knob and swung it open. I glimpsed down into the darkness and didn't blink for a second.

My heart was racing for each second as I carefully stepped down stairs. I could have at least brought a torch or something. Well I can't go back now, I'm already at the bottom. I flickered my eyes around the room as I thought I saw some possible movements. What is this thing? I noticed the window was wide open and walked over to close it. I looked outside and saw the swaying trees in the wind. Maybe it was a cat or something.

As I closed it, something knocked over a box behind me and I jumped.

"Who's there?" I gasped as a reflex.

Of course, no one replies.

I found a base ball bat leaning against the wall and held it up. I wasn't much of playing baseball, but I know that I'm good at hitting something. I walked in the darkness, clueless of what was hiding down here. There were black figures of the things that were down here. Like that old chest of drawers, my old rocking horse and that funny looking palm tree lamp.

A shiver ran down my spine so I stopped in my steps. My heart was now pounding against my rib cage, frantically. There's something down here and I know I'm not going to like it. I spun around and felt something grab me.

"Ah!, who are y-" I almost screamed but was muffled.

Being startled, I dropped the bat. It fell with a *Clank* to the ground as I stood in fear.

I couldn't see who it was but it was someone. I looked in the reflection of an antique mirror which laid against the wall with the cloth hanging off. It revealed his figure. He was tall but that was all I could tell, besides the fact that he was ice cold. His hand removed my dark brown hair from my face. He ran a finger down my neck as I couldn't move. What does this pervert think he is, violating me like this! He tightened his grip with an arm around me. His head moved closer towards my neck as I could feel his cold breath. I shut my eyes, wishing that this is just a dream.

A nightmare.

There was a sharp pain at my neck as I tried to push him away. I felt a drop of my blood run down my neck and into my chest. A sudden flow of pleasure ran through my body. I almost couldn't handle the pulsing sensation escaping my lips from a moan. What the hell is he doing to me "Nngh." my arms dropped from pushing him and fell to my sides. I felt weak from the loss of blood and the over excitement. My face felt red, as if I blushed.

I blacked out into the numbness . . . .

A beam of light woke me up as it escaped past the crack in my curtains. I sat up abruptly and looked around. I was in my room. Hm, maybe that was only a dream. But it all felt real. . .

"Good morning. . ." said a voice.

I turned to who it was. My eyes widened in shock as I sat in my mess up bed. N-no, it couldn't be real. It can't be.

"From the reaction I gathered, you don't believe it. Sorry to break it to you but this is real alright" he grinned.

He was tall, black spiky hair, really blue eyes, strong build and wearing a black coat. I felt around my neck as I found a choker. It had a black cross on it. I looked to him.

"Wha-what is this!?" I pointed, angrily.

"This means I own you" he reached for my neck as I flinched away.

"Eh NO. I don't think so, besides, who do you think you are" I glared.

"I am Samael Erebos. You're Master" he gently smiled "And I'm sure after last night's events, you are well aware on what I am, a vampire"

"Master!? Are you serious!?" I laughed hysterically "A VAMPIRE!? You've got to be kidding me!"

"Well I'm Jody, the magical person of the magical world!" I burst into laughter.

He stood patiently for me to finish.

"Is this a joke to you?"

"It's obvious that you're not serious. NO ONE owns me like I'm some sort of thing. And you can't be, they don't exist!" I said firmly.

"Well deal with it. I can make you do what ever I want" he grinned.

"Hah! We'll see about that" I said smugly.

He gave me a stare as I stood with a smirk. There's no way in the world that I am doing his bidding. The look of confidence appeared on his face, followed by a deviously looking grin.

My body suddenly moved and I was no longer in control of my movements. I was walking towards him as he had a grin on his face. There was nothing I could do to stop myself. This is not possible, this can't seriously be happening to me. My hand touched his cheek and I was about to-

"No!!!" I jumped back in horror "You. . You bastard" I shouted despitefully.

"So miss Jodine Rosette, If you still don't believe me then I can give you another demonstration" he caressed my cheek.

I slapped it away in disgust as I kept my glance.

"How dare you know my full name . . .?"

"Well I'll collect you when this day is over. For now, I must take leave" he walked towards me.

I backed up against the wall with my brown eyes captured by his. He stretched his hand on the wall next to my head. He smiled as I grimaced. I hated this guys guts. If he thinks he can do what he wants, he's wrong.

"I find you somewhat. . . Interesting" he said as he stepped back and disappeared on the spot.

What the hell have I gotten myself into? I stood in front of my mirror and looked at the choker. It was black and the silver and black cross sat comfortably in the middle. I tried to take it off but it wouldn't budge. I opened my drawer and took out scissors and tried cutting it.

*Snap*

"Aaargh! This cannot be happening!!" I yelled.

My scissors broke by trying to cut it. I threw the two snapped pieces in the bin as I felt the choker for any rips. It has soft material but it totally broke it. There's not even a single thread torn! I can't be wearing this at school, what will people think? I'll even get told off since it's not the schools "Dress Code". I'm going to get scowled after this. I glimpsed at the time which read five past eight. "Ahh!" I'm going to be late! I ran into my walk in wardrobe and slid off my nighty and threw it on the bed.

"Stupid vampire, saying that he owns me. . . Making me late for school" I grumbled as I put on my uniform.

I ran in font of the mirror as I fixed myself up. Uh, I can't be bothered tying up my hair and I hope it can hide this thing around my neck. I don't think anyone will believing that a vampire almost killed me last night and says that he claims me. Such rubbish!!

WHY ME!?

I ran through the house as I left out the door. I was running late for school and it's that entire guy's fault, violating me last night as I find him in my basement. Who the hell does he seriously think he is and appearing in my room like that? Ugh, I'm absolutely disgusted and wish I have killed him on the spot.

I sped all the way to school, afraid I might get another detention from the other day. That time was my dad's fault, misplacing the font door's keys. He just had to lock it from the outside. Then I just wonder how he ends up getting inside. I spent my time looking for that key until I gave up and decided to go out the window. I just hate it when I do those stunts and always land on my face. But I really think he works too hard and I barely see him. It's why I fear disturbing his sleep during the day and night.

I finally made it at school and noticed that there wasn't anyone in sight. My eyes carefully watched for the principal who usually greets me during this time. It's not the friendly greeting that you would hope for. If I get caught again then I'm going to have to do some cleaning up around the school in front of everyone. He makes the punishment as humiliating as it gets so that next time, I'll remember not to be late.

A hand fell on my shoulder as I jolted off the ground. I kept my eyes down at my feet and dreaded that it was him. I can recognize his brown shoes, tapping in impatience. I took in a breath and slowly looked up.

He walked me to my class with me following him after. I really detest this guy. I was lucky that everyone was in their classes or else that would have seen me walking with HIM. Everyone knows that when you walk with any teacher like that, it's only known for trouble.

He opened the door to my classroom and watched me walk in first, sitting in my seat. The whole class was looking up from their work from when I opened the door.

"Well Jodine, I'll be seeing you in my office at lunch. I've already planned what you're going to do for me and the school" he said leaving.

"I'm very disappointed in you Jodine, that's the second time you had to be escorted by the principal this week. You were late again, I presume"

The class looked back at me as the teacher was finishing something on the board.

"Heh, again?" Serina giggled.

I nodded as I held my chin in my hand. Last time I was made to clean out the girls toilets' which was very disturbing. I swear he hates me or something. Well it could be because he caught me letting the air out of the wheels on his car. But I didn't think he'd notice me since I was wearing that hoodie at the time. Though, it does explain why Mia got into trouble. She has the same hoodie as I do.

I watched out the window as my eyes wandered away from Mr. Blabber mouth, my teacher. I felt a presence that made me look more closely outside. With the leaves falling gently, I saw him. That guy, who thinks he owns me in some way, put a choker with a black and silver cross on it and almost killed me. I could never forgive that bastard! Samael!!

I clutched my fist and narrowed my eyes viciously at him.

Change of plans, I'm taking you with me. Now.

I gasped as I heard his voice. Is it in my head? It's not possible!

"NO!" I shouted and pushed my chair back as I stood up.

The class fell into an awkward silence as they all stared like I was insane. Maybe I am hearing his voice in my head. But if he can control my movements then anything is possible at this stage. I slowly sat down in embarrassment.

"Jodine, do you have some thing to say?" Mr. Clark asked.

I looked down with a red face "No. . . It's nothing. ."

"Then let me teach my class without anymore disruptions" he said and continued with his teaching.

Now that wasn't very smart. I'll meet you around the building after your morning lessons and I'll find you.

I scowled out the window. He turned around and disappeared. Argh! He made me look like some kind of nut in font of my classmates. He's making my life hell. I'm going to kill him and I will find a way, no matter what. After the bell went for recess, I walked out into the yard and went around the building. I stopped as I saw some other guys I didn't know and turned around. Just don't look back, don't look back. I heard them following behind me and panicked.

"Hey where you off to babe?" one of them spoke

"Not so fast, we wana know you're name." a guy stopped in my path so I turned around

"Don't touch me!" I flinched away from them and bumped back into the wall

Those perverted assholes!

"Hey you, step away from her." said a voice.

Both of them turned around and I used this chance to make my escape. I stood behind the vampire as he had his arm out with his hand open.

"I don't think they'll be bothering anyone anymore." he grinned.

He some how made them knock their heads into each other. I watched them collapse to the ground with a thud. It was like he cast some kind of spell over them as he brought his hand back to his side. And I must say this again, this is not possible.

"What did you do?" I said still in astonishment.

"I only erased their memory. They won't remember this or the bad things they've done. I've refreshed them from all their sins so that they could start all over" he looked down to me.

I looked away from his blue eyes. I could have been raped if he wasn't there. So he saved my life.

"Why did you do that for me?" I asked without looking at him.

"Because, your mine and I'm not letting anyone lay a finger on you" he said nonchalantly.

"Why can't you get this through your thick head. NO ONE owns me and this can't be real!!" I yelled furiously "Besides I'm probably still dreaming in this nightmare, maybe I fell asleep in class. . . or maybe-"

He made me stop mumbling as he took my face crashed his lips into mine. I still hated him but what he has done doing is something I couldn't break away from. His cold lips parted and I looked up to him as his blue eyes captured mine. What has he done to me? Has he cast a spell, making me feel like this?

I hate you.

"Still think this is a dream, or wasn't that real for you?" he grinned.

~Chapter 2~

|Maiden of a Vampire|

". . . So why do we have to leave so sudden" I changed the subject "And where are we going?"

"We're going to London and I think it is best since I've already bumped into trouble." he looked around cautiously "It is where all the Masters are called upon after choosing their Maiden or Knight."

"And you choose me. . . "I looked into the distance.

"Yes, it seems you've finally accepted this fate."

"No, not really but I'm willing to deal with you until this is over." I crossed my arms.

"Hn, it will be a while till you can plan what's going to happen after this. The reason why us Masters need you humans, is because only pure hearts are able to be used to fight strongly. Well, maybe even stronger than the vampire race. There are secret wars happening in between clans and Masters and their Maidens or Knights are joined together to fight together." he explained.

"What are you saying? You mean that I'm going to fight? But I don't know how to." I looked up to him.

"You'll know how when the time comes." he smiled gently.

"Then tell me one thing, what are we fighting for?" I asked seriously.

"We're here to protect this world. There are kinds of evil that cannot be fought by weapons or ammunition. It must be fought by us, the Masters, Maidens and Knights."

Whatever.

It sounds too corny for me. Oh, the all mighty chosen one who can save the world. Whoopty doo. We're basically slowing the process of the end of the world. We're all going to die anyway and there's no such thing of saving this world. We can't prevent it but we can add on a few extra years.

All I'm here for is to do what ever he wants me to do. Well I don't exactly have a choice. Then I will be able to go on free to do what ever I want. The movement bell went for everyone to get into their lessons. I stayed with Samael as we watched the two guys get up and leave to their classes like nothing happened. It's amazing how he can do such things. Like appear out of no where, erase people memories, make some one to do their bidding. I'm not going to flatter him or whatever but he is what he is and I'm going to have to accept that.

He's a vampire and I am his Maiden servant.

To think this has to happen to me.

"Well, you should bid farewell to your father because we're not coming back." he looked down to me.

I gave out a sorrowful look as my eyes fell to the ground. So I'm not going to see him again. But he's the only family I've got. He's been through a lot, especially Fay's death who is my step mother. How can I leave him like that when he needs me the most. My real mother left me with dad when I was two and I've never seen her in my life.

I had a step brother but he left to London for some reason. Maybe I'll be lucky enough to bump into him.

So I've been cooking for dad every time he gets home from work and I want to be there. We've both lost our loved ones. Like my baby step sister and of course my step mum. They all died in the same car, unfortunately, while dad and I stayed at home watching tv all day.

It was another loss for us and it hit dad hard.

"Are you ready?" he held out his hand.

I thought for a second to what I was about to do. This is like signing your soul to the devil or never turning back, EVER. Well what ever we will face in the future is something I can't predict. I don't know what in the world we'll be facing or what isn't. If vampires exist then that means the tooth fairy too? Nah, that's just childish thoughts.

I reached out to him and took his hand. He made us some how appear in my room, like using teleportation. It was a weird feeling after going through that but I'm sure I'll get used to it. I staggered to the door as I was about to leave out my door, but decided to turn to him. Samael was standing at my dressing table where I had all my photos and trophies for doing ballet, tai kwon do and netball. Yeah, I did dance when I was two. But I gave up on that. Then I moved on to tai kwon do and gave up on that too. The last thing I did was netball. I only played it because my step mum insisted and she was and ex netball player.

I gave up on a lot of things, even hope.

I walked around the house in search of dad and heard his car parking up at the front. I peered though the curtains and heard laughter. It was his and another woman's. I clutched my fist and sat on the stairs.

Why is he with another woman? How could he possibly think. . .

What about Fay.

The door opened and dad stopped at the door.

"Jody. . . What are you doing here? Aren't you mean to be at sch-"

"Who's this?" I looked to the light brown haired woman.

"This is Linda, she's going to be taking care of us from now on. I'm sure if you two got to know each other-"

"How can you expect me to move on just like that! You can't just forget about Fay like she never existed!!" I hissed.

"Honey, I could never forget her and I think she would be want us to be happy." he spoke softly.

". . . I'm going away for a while" I said in a saddened tone.

"Where?", He asked plainly.

"London, it is where I need to go. . ." I looked down.

"For how long. . .?"

"For as long as it takes."

". . . I know you're old enough to make your own decisions since you're not a lil kid any more, Jody. And I want you to do what ever you think that will make you happy. I noticed that you're not happy around here and I know it's hard"

"No I am happy with you, but. . It's just not the same without . . ." I couldn't say any more. It was too much . .

"I understand and I won't stop you" he looked down as the woman rubbed his arm in reassurance.

I was about to run upstairs but went into him with a big hug. I wasn't going to see him for a while and when I come back, I want to see what's become of his new family. Tears fell down my cheek and I tightened my grip.

"I'm guna miss ya, love." he said as he rubbed my back.

"I'll be missing you too. . ." I sobbed into his chest.

After that, I went upstairs and packed my stuff for my leave. Samael appeared behind me making me jump.

"A little warning would be nice." I said folding the last bit of my clothes

"Well if I did that then my prey would be aware of my presence." he said into my ear.

I scowled and zipped up my suitcase angrily.

"So where are we heading after we arrive in London?" I sat on my bed.

"We're going to my place and we'll get things settled there."

"So you came all the way from London just to find a Maiden here?" I said skeptically.

"I own a lot of places where I can call upon "Home". It's not like I own just one house. I live for eternity so I don't usually stay in one place for very long"

"But still, you didn't answer my question. Why did you come here, it's not as simple as that." I crossed my arms.

"You're right, but I have no intentions on telling you." he turned his back.

"Oh don't worry, I wasn't expecting anything from you any ways." I spoke icily.

I heard him chuckle as I pulled out the handle for my suitcase. I just wish this to be over and soon. Spending another minute with him is torture.

"So when are you going to take this choker from my neck." I pulled at it.

"That marks you as my servant and it will remain for how long the contract stands."

"What contract. . . ." I raised a brow.

"The one we shared the other night, I take you're blood and in return I give you some of my power. So you can perform your duties as a Maiden servant."

"I never agreed to that!" I said in an out burst.

"Well you can only agree by letting me take your blood and sealing it off with a kiss." he grinned.

"What!! Were is this written!!" I shouted angrily.

"Right here," he took out a piece of paper "Oh and what's this, you're signature?"

"Give me that!" I snatched it off him.

I read it carefully and scrunched the paper in my hand. I felt like I wanted to scream and throw a chair. How the hell did I agree to this!!! My eye twitched and I took a breath in and out. Though it couldn't calm down the fury that was building up inside in me.

My rage was pilling up like I was about to explode. I never agreed to this! I never wanted to act as his servant or whatever! I never wanted to do HIS bidding!!

I fell to my knees as my anger caused me to tremble. I didn't know what I was feeling but I knew I couldn't control it.

"Urrgh!!. . W-what's this!!" I clutched my chest.

"You know, you need to control that temper of yours before you hurt yourself." he said nonchalantly.

"W-what have you done to me!!!" I shrieked in pain.

"It seems that you have the power to transform. But I am curious to see what." he grinned.

I can't give in to this. I need to control this before it gets out of hand. Just think happy thoughts Jody, think happy thoughts! I breathed evenly out and in. The pain I felt began to fade as I slowly got up onto my feet again. I never want to experience that ever again. It felt like there were seven or eight daggers going deeply into my back. Not what I would call acupuncture. I looked to him with a smirk.

"Heh, thought I'd give in to my anger?"

"Yes, I actually would. Too bad the show ended before it started." he looked away.

"Why did that just happen? Tell me!" I shouted in a not so angry tone.

"I did say that I gave you some of my power in return of your blood. I guess it some how changed into something more powerful with that purity in you. It differs with each person so you can't tell what will happen."

"Well I'm not letting that ever happen again!" I said defiantly.

"Oh, too bad, because in time you will have to use that transformation whether you like it or not."

"Then time will tell." I glared.

If he thinks that he's right, well he's wrong. I'm not going to let him get his way. I'm going to do whatever I can to avoid my temper rising and aggrivate him instead. He isn't going to get the better of me. Just because he knows my full name, doesn't mean he knows me. I'm going to show him the wrath of a really pissed off girl, that's me alright, whose seeking some revenge.

"When you're done, we can leave." he spoke.

"Then let's go already." I crossed my arms.

"We're driving there since I don't have the strength to teleport you and that pile of luggage over there." he said bluntly.

"What? Well I aint leaving one bit behind." I pouted.

He sighed and scratched his head "Well, just bring one that you'll need the most. I've got some things for you back in London that will come to your liking. But only if you behave on the way there."

". . . Fine" I grabbed the biggest suitcase and stood by him.

~Chapter 3~

|Unforgivable Trip|

His arm went around my waist as we appeared at the terminal. It was as if no one else noticed what had taken place. Maybe these people are obviously blind or this is just Samael's doing. As we walked down, I wheeled my suitcase as I realized he didn't have anything with him. I guess all of his stuff are in London with his fancy big mansion and other servants to do his work. I hate rich snobs.

I looked over to his ticket and took mine out.

"Hey, how come mine's different?" I said over to him.

"Since you're only my servant, I think it's fair that I get first class as you get middle."

". . . This wasn't in the contract." I mumbled.

"You know, I could make you hold on to the end of the plane in flight. So I'm being generous here" he grinned.

"Whatever." I scowled.

What a total jerk. I swear, when I ever get to chance to kill him, I will take it.

As we boarded, the flight attendants seem to notice him and gather around him.

"Ah, Master Samael. Nice to see you again," said the tall brunette.

"Oh, I just love what you're wearing," another fixed up his coat.

"You know, it's been a while since you're last visit. How about we . . . You know, for old times sake," one giggled.

Someone please give me a bag or something. I think I'm guna throw up. It's surprising, we're not even in the air and I'm starting to feel whoozy. I rolled my eyes and went in search of my seat. I wonder if they know what he is. A blood, craving, perverted, violating, cold, insensitive vampire. OH and also that I would crown him for the biggest jerk. So everyone, how about it? Bow down to the royal ass.

Tch! I hope we crash and die. For as long he lives, my life has already ended. I have no true meaning to live when there is nothing to live for. All I'm good for is to do his bidding. I looked out the window as the ground seemed the same size, as the people still look ants.

"Hi uh, I hope you don't mind me sitting here?" spoke a voice.

I turned to who it was and felt my face going red. He was a really hot guy with dark brown hair, green-grey eyes and fair skin. Of course I wouldn't mind him sitting there. Who wouldn't, you'd have to be an idiot to say no to him.

"Ah, it's fine," I smiled, "I'm Jodine, but please call me Jody."

"Well I'm Alex, at you're service." he gently smiled.

I think I died and went into heaven. There can't be anything better than this. There isn't anyone in the world that can take this moment away from me.

Are you sure about that?

Shit, it's him.

You better not ruin this for me. Or else, I swear I'll-

You'll what? You can't seriously believe that you can do anything.

Don't you dare.

Try me.

I hate how he can just pop into my head so randomly, reading my thoughts like I'm some kind of open book. There isn't one moment of peace on this world for me.

A flight attendant walked over to us as she tapped Alex on the shoulder.

"Are you sure you sit here sir?"

"Yes, I do believe I do."

"Can I see you're ticket please?"

He did what she asked and showed it to her.

"Oh, sorry. This is seat 35A, yours says 43B" she pointed out.

All blood left from my face. How can this be happening. He was something worth living for, now, I have nothing. As he left I felt like I wanted to cry. I watched him get up and leave but not before saying good bye.

"I hope to see you again." he smiled gently.

Then a few seconds later, an obese, sweaty guy sat his fat ass down. He of course scratched it before trying to fit both of his asses in the one seat. He farted as I tried not to react to it and clawed at the window.

I NEED AIR!!

SAMAEL YOU BASTARD!!!

There is no way I'm going to endure this whole trip. Is Samael trying to kill me!? That son of a bitch is going to pay! Making some fat guy sit next to me for whole trip. I'd rather die quickly than suffer in this way. When or if I get off this plane, there is no telling what I will do to him. But first, I need to calm down and relax. I can't let my anger control me and make whatever transformation that would have occurred before.

I bet that asshole is enjoying himself to the fullest with all those flight attendants as his side. Pampering him and feeding him bloody strawberries. To tell you the truth, I never liked strawberries or even cherries. They always seemed sour to me, which ever one I picked. I guess I could compare that with Samael. Everyone loves him, yet I think he's an insensitive jerk.

Later on the plane during flight, we got our food trays and was handed ours. The guy next to me didn't hesitate to use his "Table Manners" that made me lose my appetite. Though, I wasn't planning on giving it to him. I was going to save it for later of course when I feel the need to eat again.

Enjoying the flight.

He chuckled as I clutched my fist. I hope he knows what's coming to him.

And what would that be.

Oh you'll see. I'll open a can of whoop ass. I don't care who or what you are because the only time I'll die in peace, will be laughing on your grave.

Such strong words. But you'll have to keep me in my grave to do that because there's nothing in the world that will ever result in that.

I hope you burn in hell.

Can't wait. Oh yeah, I've been waiting for that for more than a hundred years. Still think it'll happen?

Oh just stay out of my head, pervert. I never gave you my permission to enter it. It was the only place where no one could read or speak into it, until you came along.

Good thing he stayed out of my head after that. But I think it was only because he was too busy smexing up the flight attendants. I heard a loud noise, like some kind of broken down truck. I looked over to my side and saw fatso snoring loudly. Did they install any ear muffs for a situation like this, or at least gave me ear plugs? I guess I won't be napping any time soon.

Great, this is only time and place where Samael isn't pestering me and I can't even sleep. But he'll probably turn it into some nightmare. He's such a sicko, getting his kicks from causing hell into my life. I might as well sleep in one of the toilet cubicles. But if only I could get past this guy since I'm the one sitting next to the window. Maybe I could crawl over him, but I'll probably get my foot stuck in him. Then I'll start sinking like quicksand. Not the way I wanted to die.

I heard him get up and watched him make his way to the toilets. I'd be way too scared to let him walk to one end of the plane because he might cause this plane to unbalance and spin out of control. I'm not really planning my death for when or where or anything. I'm just picky on how I die. Maybe I'd die trying to save someone and be remembered for that.

I got up and made my way to the toilets hoping that it's vacant. I brought my pillow with me and I tried to keep my eyes open. This has comes down to when I'm desperately in need of some sleep. I was relieved to see that the toilet cubicle was free and opened the door. I was suddenly pushed into the small room as I didn't know who it was. I hit against the wall and looked up.

"What the-!" my eyes widened in shock.

It was that jerk, Samael.

"What do you want?" I glared getting up.

"I'm in need of your blood and since you are my servant, you are to do what you must to insure my satisfaction."

"What?!" I yelled in a whisper.

"Whatever we'll be facing when we get off, I'll be needing the strength." he said pushing me against the wall.

"Ngh-no. . ." I tried pushing his hard chest.

It was no used trying to prevent him from doing what he wants. His arm went around my waist as his hand went through my hair, revealing my neck. He took off the choker with the black cross on it and let it fall to the ground. I shut my eyes tightly, knowing that I'm going to feel that sharp pain again. I clutched his coat as his fangs went deep into my skin. This time he didn't let one drop of blood escape his cold lips. This time there was no pulses of pleasure, only faintly. I endured the gulps of blood he took from my body but felt weak and let my arms drop to my side.

"N-no. . . S-stop . ." I breathed.

He's taking too much. If he lingers on my neck then I'll be drained at the point I can no longer stand. He just dug his fangs deeply into my neck, wanting more blood. But I couldn't let him. I need to keep my own strength up. I was able to break away and push him into the door. I fell to my knees as I leaned against the wall. His eyes were glowing crimson red, but were fading back to his normal blue. I can see the evidence of my blood around his lips as he licks it away. There were long, sharp fangs protruding from his upper lip.

So this is what a vampire looks like.

I was too weak to even keep my eyes open. Samael, you jerk!

My vision turned into a blur as I kept fluttering my lids open. I watched his figure stand up as he walks towards me. He better not be coming back for seconds. He pulled me up as I wobbled. This is all your fault, maybe if you restrained yourself. I wouldn't be in this condition!

I fell victim to the darkness as my eyes weren't strong enough.

I woke up feeling groggy but alive at least. I found myself in my seat, with fatso sleeping soundly. I remembered I saved my dinner and took it out to eat. For all I know, I must keep my energy up and pumping if I want to survive the next time he wants blood from me. I wonder if it's possible for vampires to get drunk from our blood? But I don't reckon so, sounds too stupid, even for him.

When we arrived at our destination, I waited for Samael as he was last off the plane. He's probably saying his farewells to his female flight attendants. They giggled as they waved good bye to him. I'm still pissed at him for biting me like that. It was like he had no control over himself. If I didn't push him back, then I wouldn't have survived. But I didn't know what he meant by needing the strength for whatever we'll be facing. It doesn't make sense.

He walked ahead of me as I followed wheeling my suitcase. I just glared daggers at his back while I followed ahead. At least now I feel much better from having something to eat. Since I was drained so much, I had a lot to eat that would fill me. Even fatso was surprised to watch me eat. Though, what am I to him? His blood supply? So I'm nothing more than that, I'd rather die than to act as his food.

My glare deepened as we walked out through the exit.

~Chapter 4~

|The Unpredictable Meeting|

It was raining outside but not too hard. It was the nice calming rain that would want you to stop and stare. It was my kind of rain, it was somewhat soothing. A fancy black sports car pulled up next to us and I could see my own reflection from it. It must be Samael's no doubt. The boot popped open as I tried to lift it inside myself, but failed. I saw that Samael wasn't going to give me a hand so I struggled a bit. Maybe if I hadn't had my blood drained then I would have been able to do this!!!

"A lady shouldn't strain herself." said a voice.

I turned around and saw a tall handsome guy. He was hot and I felt my face blushing up already. His hair was a dark grey-brown colour, eyes were blue-grey and his skin was slightly pale. I looked away in embarrassment as he lifted the suitcase so easily. If I wasn't in such a bad mood, I would have gone hysterical for that smile.

"Thank you." I smiled.

"Anything, for a Maiden."

". . . What?" I stopped.

"I can see that mark around you neck which shows you are of someone's Maiden"

". . . What . . Mark?" I said skeptically.

I looked into the reflection of the side view mirror. I was speechless and horrified to see the chokers pattern and cross on my neck. I felt around it and hoping it wasn't permanent. Arrrgh!! I hate that fuck head!! He made it appear on my skin!! I swear to god I'll kill him!!

The car door opened and Samael stepped out.

"Jodine, get into the car now," he ordered.

I of course had no choice and did what he asked. I watched out the back of the window as they stood in the rain. Good thing I could still hear or else I would have gone against his orders.

"What is it, Zack?" Samael spoke first.

"It's begun, the newborns have gone out of control and attacked the humans" Zack said

". . . Already, but how?"

"It seems one of the Masters have betrayed us. He and his Maiden now serve Enkil. His followers are growing in numbers and he is creating newly born vampires to raid London. It must be contained."

"Are the others notified?"

"We are having trouble finding Drake Hesperus and his Maiden, Logan Senka and his Maiden and Elenor Vespera and her Knight. You are to find them so that we can properly deal with this matter. We know that they're in London somewhere."

"We'll be on our way after getting settled." Samael said opening the car door

"Samael" Zack spoke as he turned to him "The Maiden you choose is a very fine girl. I'd be careful and keep a watch on her. You don't know who might want to steal her." Zack walked off.

Samael got into the car as he sat on one side of the car as I sat on the other. He gave me a look as I looked to him.

"What are you staring at." I hissed as he started to chuckle.

"I really don't see what's so good about you other than your attitude."

"If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't have to use it." I crossed my arms, looking out the window.

"You know, I'm beginning to think differently now that I see what you're like."

"You don't know me so don't even think for one second that you do." I said coldly

He's just a vampire and vampires don't feel anything but the warmth of their victims blood. So how could one say that they know a human when there's nothing to relate to. They even think their race is grater than ours when what great deeds have they done to show it. They only thing we see them is blood craving monsters that thirst for our blood. I bet without them, there would be no change, nothing would matter. It's like when you accidentally step on one little ant. What difference could that one ant make? Well I'll tell you.

It's nothing.

. . - Samael - . .

Hn, I think maybe she has forgotten that I can get into her head. But without me interrupting her thoughts, she wouldn't tell if I'm in there at all. This is a bond where Masters and servants share. This kind of communication is usually used when separated or during battle so that both can plan out the attack.

But Jodine is going to be difficult at this stage. We don't even know her battle form.

Maidens and Knights servants serve a purpose for their Masters. They are to do whatever they are asked of, no matter what it is or how they do it. They are to perform their duties until they are dismissed and the contract is broken from the Masters death, or he or she has chosen another Servant. Masters usually have one servant to serve them at a time.

It seems the only way for Jodine to succeed through her transformation is to trigger her temper. After that, she may transform when ever she pleases but whatever she will turn into will be useful in battle. It is the only way that a servant can be of use or help the Master in any way.

She and I won't be following the same path until we can become more understanding of each other.

. . ~ Jodine ~ . .

I couldn't help let my eyes rest during this drive. I didn't get once peaceful nap on that plane with him always there to make things worst. If he's not going to give me the proper respect, then I'm not showing any of mine. I felt something cold but ignored it and fell asleep.

I opened my eyes to see the ceiling. I quickly sat up and looked around. This room is huge and looks like the bedroom. Even the bed was huge and could fit five people. So this is one of the places Samael owns, how surprising. I stepped out of the bed and noticed I was in a blue nighty. I don't own this. .

I stood in front of the oversized mirror and peered into it. I stepped closer to see if that mark was still around my neck. It was the pattern of the choker with the cross in the middle of it. I just hope it's gone. I took my dark brown hair from around my neck and let it fall over to my back.

". . . Damn it!" I hissed.

It was still there, as thought. Well, it's going to remain on my skin for as long I'm a Maiden servant. I took a black robe and slid it on. The floors were cold but it didn't bother me much. The halls were huge and this was the second floor. I wandered around for a bit until I got sick of seeing the same scenes.

I hate to admit it but. . . .

I think I'm lost.

"Miss, you shouldn't wander alone in the mansion." said a voice.

I turned around to see a woman in a dress who looked like a maid.

"Sorry. . Uh, would you know where Samael is?" I asked.

"Yes, Master Samael is in his room. I advise you not to disturb him." she said.

"I won't. . . But do you know which room is that?" I asked, trying to hide my smirk.

"Yes, please follow me." she turned around and started to walk.

I didn't care if I was going to bother him or not. I need some straight answers from him like what am I suppose to do now? How long are we going to stay here? What is the reason he dragged me out from my home town to go into London?

I'm feeling home sick already and I want to ask if I could call home. I really miss dad and I want to know how he's doing. I'm sure he's happier with the woman he is with now, Linda. I guess she's a not so bad person from her first impression.

"This is Master Samael's room. He's busy at the moment so I would come back later."

"Yeah, I will," I said about to leave "Thank you" I smiled.

"Of course." she bowed and left.

I was about to turn the corner back to my room but walked back to his. I stood facing the wooden door, wondering what he could be up to. I stared at the golden handle for a moment to what I was about to do. We'll first off, I don't knock and I'm known to break an entry. It's really not my fault if my hand happens to "accidentally" twist the handle and open the door.

I grinned and let myself in.

What I saw wiped every bit of evidence of a smile from my face. Samael was talking to a man who had a guy standing next to him. My eyes widened as I couldn't believe who it was.

It was my step brother, Liam.

"Liam . . ." I spoke still in doubt.

He turned to me as his jaw dropped slightly.

"Jody. . . What are you doing here. . ." he spoke in disbelief.

I walked over towards them and stood at Samaels side as he was sitting down with the man.

"So your Maiden knows Liam, what a coincidence." said the man.

He was wearing a brown coat and had dirty blond hair. I could see the same look in his eyes that Samael would have. It's perfectly clear to see that he's a vampire.

"You're. . . A Maiden?" Liam continued in his tone.

"Yes" I looked away, "Are you a Knight?"

"Hah, no. I'm just a friend of Allan here. He's been helping me out. It's been years since I saw you, so how's dad" he asked.

"He's doing well, he's even found happiness in a woman named Linda. She's a good person so don't you worry." I smiled.

"Are you two siblings?" Samael asked.

"No, we're not blood related but he's my step brother." I looked to him.

Liam looks much older even though he's just a year older than me. His black hair is spikier than Samaels. But he has peculiar grey-blue eyes. Yep, he's the same I guess. Though, the way he's acting at the moment seems like it's only for show.

"Could I have a minute with her?" he asked Samael.

". . . Yes, go ahead" he agreed.

We walked out the room as I closed it behind us. We walked down the hall so that we could be out of the listening range. I stopped and turned to him with a punch in the arm.

"OW what the fuck!?" he yelled.

"That's for leaving us you jerk!!" I shouted.

"I had no choice-!!"

"You could have at least said something before you left like that!"

"You don't understand! So just clam down already!" he shouted.

I stared up at him for a second and narrowed my eyes at him. Hmph, I knew it was all for show. He was always a jerk. He always kept things from me and kept me in the dark for about almost everything. Even when we we're young, I would always have a bright uplifting personality, though his was more dark and depressing. He wasn't really talkative. It was always the same with him.

"Okay, say what ever you want to say already." I crossed my arms.

*Sigh*"The only reason I left is because your mother came to me. She wanted me to protect you no matter what and become strong enough to do that, she told me there was a friend in London who could help me. I've been with Allan for the last three years" he explained.

"My mother is DEAD, there's absolutely no way that she's still alive. . ." I said firmly "Even if it were true. .Why didn't she come see me, why didn't she tell us she was still alive!! I don't even know what she looks like!!" I said angrily.

I was beginning to feel those daggers when I was in my uncontrollable rage. I fell to my knees as he ran down to me. My breathing became heavy as I clutched my chest. This time, there was no telling to what was going to happen. "Ahhrrrgh!!" I winced as if another dagger stabbed my back.

~Chapter 5~

|Keep Running Back|

I couldn't speak, it was so painful to even move. A wave of pain flowed through my body, making it unbearable. I saw Samael and Allan a few feet away, just standing there.

God damn it!! Why aren't they helping me!?

I screamed at the top of my lungs as something sprouted from my back. Blood splattered on the walls around me as Liam held his grip onto me. The pain was over but I felt so weak. Hot tears ran down my cheek as I he held me up. I looked up at him with watery eyes I couldn't suppress. The agony I had just experienced was the most painful thing than anything. There was nothing able to compare to how much pain I was feeling. My breathing became stable as I calmed down.

"So, this is your Maiden's transformation. I'd say it's the most magnificent form I've seen. Samael, I'm impressed" I heard Allan say in the background.

"Jodine. . . ." Liam breathed faintly.

Moments later I blacked out. . . .

. . - Samael - . .

I walked with Liam who carried Jodine to her room. She's finally gone through her transformation. Now she is ready to fight. I think it's convenient that her black wings didn't go through her clothes. But she had to experience the birth of her wings through pain and her anger was the trigger. I've seen Maidens first experience their abilities or a transformation, but never in my life have I seen one such as this.

She's like an angel who possesses wings, yet black.

I stood at her bedroom door as I watched Liam lay her gently down. Her wings retracted back into her back and disappeared. He pulled over the covers and left her side, exiting the room.

"Liam." I spoke.

"What?" he turned around.

"What are you to her?" I asked.

"I am what I am. But to be more clearly, you should ask her" he continued to walk down the hall.

I think there's something that's shared among them. A bond that is stronger than anything. I want that bond so that her and I could work together, fight together. Maybe if I searched in her thoughts, I might be able to find something.

Liam doesn't seem like the positive person with all that negativity around him. But I don't have time to befriend him. He just needs to stay out of my way.

But I sense something from him. I know what it is but does Jodine know? I could tell her myself but I think it would be more interesting if I let things unfold themselves.

. . ~ Jodine ~ . .

I awoke in my room again. But I feel better at least. Though, who the hell carried me here? I noticed my suitcase leaning on the wall and got up. I took out my mobile to check what time it was and it read five twenty one in the morning. I groaned and threw my phone back into my suitcase. I took out some clothes to wear, like my skinny jeans, black long sleeve top, brown boots and my grey coat.

I stopped when I saw myself in the oversized mirror. I stood for a moment. I suddenly remembered what happened last night.

*Gasp*

I remember those black wings sprouting from my back, triggered by my rage. How could I not forget the pain and the blood that stained on the walls around me. I turned around to look at my back. It looks like it didn't tare my clothes in the process at least. Hm, what if I can control it this time?

I took a breath in and out. I concentrated very hard and shut my eyes. I jolted them open after a few seconds as I saw black wings coming from my back. I was a bit scared to see them and I wasn't sure if they we're real or not. I touched it and flinched my hand away.

Yeah, it's real alright. It's so soft . .

Oh, if I have wings then maybe I can fly. . But I don't know the first step of flying. Birds make it look so easy. But I guess it's like taking baby steps. So I must be patient in order to succeed my goal.

So how do I make these things disappear?

I thought for a second. .

My eyes widened as I watched them form back into my back. To make sure, I felt my back. I sighed in relief knowing they were only temporarily. Though, his mark on my neck still remains.

After fixing up my bed, I left the room to go out for a walk. I couldn't go back to sleep and I want to do something to keep my limbs moving. If I stop, I might freeze up. I walked around the mansion a few times and heard only my foot steps. Everyone must be asleep.

"I knew I heard a mouse." It was Liam behind me.

I turned around and saw him leaning on the wall.

"I thought you'd be asleep like the others?" I said.

"I can't sleep and. . I must apologize for upsetting you last night." he said in an apologetic tone.

"No, it's fine. . ." I looked down, "But. . Did she really come to you?"

"Yes. . . It was four years ago and she told me that she wanted me to protect you no matter what happens in the future. It was because she knows the evil that lurks during the night. Then she sent me here where I have remained for those years. I didn't want to come back for a reason, Jodine. . . ."

"What . . .?"

"Forget it." he began walking off.

I have no clue what that was about, though I'm starting to worry. He wasn't any happier even when he was with us. Still, he keeps that look upon his face. Like no one can understand but him, but that's because he won't let anyone. If I tried helping him, then he would push me away. Well I'm going to let him know that I'm not going to give up on him.

I ran towards him and embraced him from behind.

"You can push me as far away but you know, I'll be coming running right back"

" . . . You're still the same." he spoke faintly.

I wish I could say the same to you. It feels as if you're even farther away from me. But like I said to him, even if he pushes me away, then I'll run back to him. No matter how far the distance is. No matter what obstacle I come across, I will be there for him.

"Don't think you're the only one in this world. Don't think that what ever burden your carrying means you've got to do it alone."

"Jodine, I've got to get back to Allan . . ."

I let him go and he walked off without turning back to me.

Liam. . . What is on your mind?

I went off in my own direction as he went in his. There's something he's not telling me. I want to know so that some how, I might be able to be of help. It's been four years since I saw him, yet we're still drifting apart with these secrets. It seems as if the bigger the secrets, the longer the distance I'll have to run back to him.

I think I'll go and visit Samael to see what my orders are. I guess I've got to accept it and deal with the fact that I am his Maiden servant. But there is no way I am doing any ass kissing or bowing.

I stopped before I let myself in and couldn't help but knock.

*Knock knock*

"Come in." he answered.

I walked in as I saw him lying on his huge bed. His room was massive and had a large window bigger than me. The floor was shiny and smooth by the looks of it. I could see my figure in the dim light. I walked to his bed and sat on the side.

"What are my orders?" I looked to him.

"Heh, I've been longing to hear that," he chuckled and sat up.

"Just tell me what to do." I said impatiently.

"Well. . . We're going out to search for some Masters around London. Are you prepared to battle in that? You will be moving a lot, even in the rain" he said as I looked down at what I was wearing.

I guess he's right. If I get soaked my jeans will get tight and it'll be hard to move in. I stood next to his bed side and nodded. I left as I closed the door behind me. Maybe working with him wouldn't be as bad as I imagined. I walked down the halls, heading back to my room. I heard some one, like they were in pain of some sort. I should check this out myself. I twisted the handle of the door closest to me and let myself in. I cautiously looked around in the darkness. It was still before sunrise and there was barely any light.

I looked around and found some one cringing in pain against the wall.

"Liam!!!" I ran down to him, "What's happening to you" I held him.

He panted heavily and bared his teeth as he got up. He leaned against the wall as he held his head.

"L-leave me!! NOW!!" he yelled painfully.

"No! I want to help you, please tell me what's the matter?!" I tightened my grip onto him.

"Help me by leaving me!!!" he hissed.

"NO!!" I shouted stubbornly.

"I-I can't . . . I-"

"I want to help you." I whispered into his ear.

"Then let me . . . Love you" he said faintly but I couldn't hear.

"What. . . .?" I breathed.

He grabbed my arm and pushed me hard against the wall. What is he doing and why- "Ah. . ." the sharp pain stabbed deeply into my neck. This bite was vicious but I'll survive. Ow, it hurts. . But I . . I must do what I can to help him. Even this. To save my strength, I slid down to the floor as he held my neck.

"I'm not afraid of you. . . ." I breathed "I will do what I can. . For you."

My hand reached his back as I clutched on to his shirt. I could hear him gulping down my blood slowly as he calmed down. He parted his warm lips from my skin. He brought his face in front of mine as I caressed his cheek.

No matter what you do or become, I will give you my support. . .

His red bloodlust eyes faded back to his unusual grey-blue. I saw his long fangs protruding from his upper lip, followed by the evidence of my blood around his mouth.

"What. . ." I said weakly.

"How could you let a monster do that to you. . ." he narrowed his eyes.

"Monsters are hideous and heartless from the inside. I'll let you know when I see one." I tried to smile.

"I don't get you. . . How you can be willing to do that" he stood up "Wait, let me guess. It's because you are a vampire servant and you do what you can to serve to us" he said despitefully.

I didn't know what to say. How could I say that I really care for him. It will hurt me more if he knew how I felt. I'll just let this go for now. I stayed sitting against the wall as he left. I looked up at the ceiling as it caused me to cringe from the bite on my neck.

He must detest himself because of what he's become. I won't look at him like a monster. I will look up at him as Liam.

I got up slowly and making sure I don't hurt my self in the process. I went to my room and into my bathroom. I've got to get myself cleaned up so Samael doesn't suspect anything. I should take a quick shower to clean off the blood. After getting out of my clothes, I turned on the hot water and got into the shower.

I hate that I can't heal quick. I bet he's going to see the deep bite marks. I could imagine the scowling that I'm going to get from him. But I can just use a scarf and hide it or something. It doesn't sound too hard.

I turned off the tap and got out with a towel around me. I went towards the door to leave the bathroom and opened it.

*Gasp*

Samael was right in front of the door way. My eyes widened as I stepped back in surprise.

"Sorry to walk in, you we're taking too long and I was getting worried." he spoke.

"Uh-oh um yeah, I just had a shower" I said trying not to panic.

"I'll leave you to get dressed. I meet you at the front of the mansion" he said turning around. "And Jodine,"

"Yes?"

"I don't like other guys taking blood from my Maiden." he said without turning to me.

I froze as what he said. How does he know, maybe he went into my head as I was thinking it. He's angry at me and I feel really for it guilty. Ah! I'm actually feeling bad because of him! No! I can't let myself give into it. I watched him leave my room as I left the bathroom. I stood in front of the over sized mirror on the wall and leaned in for a closer look at my neck.

Liam definitely bit deep and I guess it's obviously showing. You wouldn't have to look at it twice to notice it. I was stupid to have thought I could get away with it.

I changed into my black dress with white outlines on the creases on the ends. It was s above knee length, with my gray coat over and black boots. They seemed like the suitable clothing and material to be moving around in. If I'm going to fight in battle, then I must wear something flexible. I walked out of my room and saw Liam down the hall. We exchanged glances as he stopped then walked off. Ugh, I can feel the guilt burning on my back. I tried ignoring it and continued down to the front. It was there where I had to meet Samael.

~Chapter 6~

|Lone Wolf|

I stepped out and I saw the sun just creeping up from the horizon. I saw Samael standing at the bottom of the stairs so I went down to him.

"How about we walk?" he spoke

"What happened to driving?" I raised a brow

"I think walking would be refreshing" he looked to me

Maybe this is my punishment for letting Liam take my blood. If he is then he's being too soft on me. I followed behind him as we walked towards the black gates that exited his property. This place could possibly fit two stadiums of some sort and how the hell does he get all this any ways. He even says that he owns a lot of places in many countries so I wouldn't have a clue on how he does it.

We walked down some streets that weren't very appealing. They were empty, like this part of the town was abandoned. The two story houses that were closed up together seemed vacant. The most disturbing fact was the blood spills and puddles on the ground. Even hand marks of dry blood coloured the walls. Now this will haunt me for a while.

This was where the newborns attacked. They left no survivors and it took only a week. If we let this spread, then we don't know what will happen next. Who ever who is doing this must be stopped so that's why we must gather up all the Masters, Maidens and Knights we can.

There you go again, invading my head.

But are you serious? This place was cleaned out in a week?

Yes, and through here is where we must go to find that Master and Maiden. Drake Hesperus and Petra Matrias. They are injured and are in need of protection. At this moment, they are hidden in one of those factories.

I heard something that made me more cautious. There is something or some one lurking around and I don't like it one bit.

Jodine, be careful. I sense we are not alone.

We stopped our walk and waited for that person to reveal themselves. The figure jumped down from something and landed in a crouch a few feet away. I couldn't believe I was seeing. Is this a . . .

Werewolf?

It slowly shaped into a person. I watched quietly as my curiosity rose.

"No way. . ALEX!?!?" I said in shock.

"It's nice to see you again, Jody." he smiled gently at me.

I remember him from the plane. The guy Samael moved. He was the really hot guy with dark brown hair, green-grey eyes and fair skin. How could I ever forget. I notice Samael's glance deepened. Ah, he must have been in my head again. Is there a lock I or security that will make my mind unreadable?

"What is your business, dog." he glared.

"I was looking for a hello but that will do. I'm just looking out for your Maiden. She's a very fine girl and I sense something more in her." he grinned.

I blushed, avoiding his eye contact.

"It's a shame that you've already marked her, but it won't stop me. I don't intend to make her a servant, unless possible."

What? Does he mean that even werewolves can have Maiden's and Knights?

Unfortunately, it's true. They can be Masters like us. But our race have always fought each other in war, we still can't co-operate without trying to kill each other. But I don't want to battle him, he is just an obstacle in this mission. So we get around this. But if he gets in our way, then we must destroy the obstacle so that we can continue on.

What!? You mean kill him?

I looked to Alex as he had that gentle smile of his. Any girl would die wanting to see that.

"I am not going to let you stand in our way." Samael said about to attack.

"Sorry but I'm not that easy to be removed." Alex said ready to right.

"Jodine, I want you to seek out the other Masters and their partners. I'm going to be held up for a bit." Samael turned to me.

"Yes, I'll be on my way." I said walking off.

"Jodine," he said as I turned to him. "Other way."

"Oh. . Uh yeah." I went in the other direction.

I left the two as I heard them fighting already. It sounds like one of them crashed into a house already. I think it was best of me to be the searcher.

You'll be able to sense them because of that mark around your neck. It has the ability to know when there are other Masters, Maidens or Knights around. Tread carefully and I'll catch up with you when I'm done.

Roger.

. . - Samael - . .

As I dismissed Jodine to go in search, I stood atop the roof top, looking down at the dog. He should have known better than to engage a battle with me. I didn't think he had the guts to show his face again after I warned him off on the plane. He was getting to close to Jodine and I didn't like it one bit.

I dodged an attack as he used his strength against me. I jumped on to another rooftop effortlessly and watched him shake off what was left of a wall. He transformed into his wolf form which could make this battle longer. I put my faith in Jodine so I believe she'll be able to find them before this is over.

"Foolish pup, you can't defeat me." I grinned.

"Shut it, parasite. Your race thinks you're so noble just because you own what we used to have." he growled.

I've already got that bastard, Liam after her. I don't need another jerk to fight off. Are they blind or something? The chokers seal tattooed her neck shows that she is mine. If any other vampire takes her blood, I will know who it is. By taking the choker off myself seals the contract completely.

"You are only but a savage, and yet your kind still rages on uncontrollably. Leaving us to handle the situations!" I used my ability to smash him into the houses without even touching him.

I jumped down onto the ground as I waited for him to get up.

"I will never give up and I will NEVER let you disgrace our kind!!"

I didn't see him but he sped towards me without me knowing. I was flung through many houses as I crashed through them. I only saw the dust settling. I've had worst, so this is just one little thing. I'll let him believe he has won because for now, I sense that My Maiden is in trouble.

. . ~ Jodine ~ . .

I panted heavily as I was thrown into a wall. Blood bled from my forehead as I staggered to the wall, getting up. My body hurts like I went through more than fifty walls. I don't know if I'm ready to fight. How could Samael expect that much of me right after finding out my Maiden transformation. I don't know to use these black wings and all I'm good for is a blood supply.

I'm pathetic.

A girl's dark laugh caught my attention as she stood atop a factory building. I scowled at the little bitch who was covered in blood as she giggled at my pain.

"You're weak for a Maiden. Who ever must have chosen you must be a total fool."

"Shut your face you little brat!" I hissed as I stood in the open.

I continued to pant and I held my arm around my side. I swear to god I'll kill that girl. She's like a shedevil! She comes out from no where and uses her witch power on me and flings me into a building. Well when I catch her, I won't show any mercy! She's going to pay! She may only look around twelve but she's no other than a vampire!

I rebounded off other buildings to get to the same level as her to face her off. I felt my neck burning around where the tattoo was. "Ack!!" I brought my hand around my neck. Ah! It's burning like hell! I bared my teeth as I clenched them. I felt my black wings sprout from my back, my hair turned black as it fell longer down to my back. I noticed in a dirty window my reflection. My eyes were raging a red, crimson colour as I felt long fangs hanging from my lip.

*Gasp*

I don't know this person. I don't know the girl in the reflection who imitates my movement. I don't know this . . .

Monster.

I glanced at the girl as fear was struck across her face. She stepped back into empty space and fell. I quickly jolted and dived down towards her as she fell. I reached out to her as she tried reaching out to me. I couldn't let her fall. She was only a child. I caught her and embraced her as she held tightly. I was only a fraction off the ground. If I didn't snatch her away from death, she would be long gone.

She cried in my arms as I held her.

I would be afraid if I saw myself in her eyes. My anger faded and the will to kill vanished. I looked into another window's reflection and saw myself back to normal, except for the wings. I think they're pretty cool. When the little girl looked up at me in my arms, she stopped crying.

"Wha. . What am I doing here?" she said in a sincere voice.

"What? You mean you don't know what happened?" I looked at her questionably.

"N-no. . All I remember is being with my mother and father. Do you know where they are?"

What the hell? She doesn't recall what happened a few moments ago. Was she possessed or something? I looked around and saw an arm behind the corner. This is bad, if that arm leads to one of her parents then this will be bad. Really bad. What will happen to her?

"What does your parents look like?" I placed her down on her feet.

She stood rubbing away her tears and took a breath in. I crouched down to her and smiled gently, trying not to scare her.

"Well, mother has long, brown hair and her eyes are green, like mine. She has the bracelet I made for her on her that has a love heart" she smiled sweetly "And father is very tall, brownish grey hair and he has dark brown eyes. Mother says he a very handsome man." and smiled contently.

I looked back to the arm on the ground, hoping that it wasn't her mum or dad. It would hurt her so much to see both her parents' dead.

"Okay, well you stay here. I'm only going over there," I patted her head as I looked around.

I gasped as I saw Samael standing over them. He had a very apologetic look on his face. I saw the bloody bodies that looked like they were slashed around the necks. I saw the man's dark brown eyes and the woman's green eyes wide open. Their faces were stained in blood as they lay dead.

"This is Master Drake Hesperus and his lover, Maiden Petra Matrias. . . ." he spoke

"The ones we were meant to search for. . No way. . But they're not married even when they have a child. ." I spoke softly.

"What child?" he looked to me.

"She's over there, she described her parents and they fit the description" I looked over to girl.

"It's not possible, it was never reported. . ." he said in disbelief.

I bent down to the woman and saw the bracelet what was made by the girl. This is definitely the girl's mother.

"Well I think something happened here, that girl attacked me like she was possessed. She's calmed down now, but I should stay with her." I said turning around.

"Possessed?" he questioned.

I stopped as the girl was standing right behind me.

Oh crap, she saw the bodies.

"M-mother. . Father. ." her bottom lip shook.

~Chapter 8~

|Tower of Time|

"A werewolf can't be a Master, can they. . ." I spoke speechlessly

"Believe it or not but they can, just like vampires" he leaned in about to kiss me

Argh, I can't deal with this right now. Suddenly the wall next to us was crashed through with Alex being speared into the next. I was in total shock and I never saw that one coming.

"You better stay the fuck away from her!!" Samael punched him angrily

"Fat chance" Alex fought back

I was picked up and carried on someone's back. Liam?

Those losers can fight all they want because I win.

It was bad enough that I hear Samael in my head, now you. I scowled.

He was making a run to the exit, speeding unbelievably fast. But he was stopped by both Alex and Liam. He quickly let me off as he faced them off alone. I am really getting sick and tired of playing keep away!! Liam doged Alex's kick but was hit by Samael's punch. Alex bounced off the wall and into Samael as he got him down.

This is going to take a while. . .

I rolled my eyes and I noticed Hanna poking her head out from her room. Probably wondering what all the commotion is about. Well since she can read my mind, I'll tell her.

Hey Hanna, you see these stupid idiots?

She nodded.

Well since they'll be destroying the mansion, how about me and you go to the London clock tower? I'm sure you'll want to spread the ashes of your parents now that it's almost at the end of the day. I'll get someone to drive us there but don't worry, it won't be any of them.

Hanna's about twelve and she was possessed by some kind of demon that tried to kill me too. Though, she's back to normal and I promised we'd go to where she and her parents would go, poor kid.

I got the fern from Samael's room and made our way out. I saw Allan, the man who came here with Liam. We walked down the stairs and met up with him.

"It's Jodine, right" he spoke

"Yeah that's me. Do you think you could take us to the clock tower?"

"You mean Big Ben? Sure, but I won't be able to take you back. I've got to go to some meeting some where in London" he looked at his watch

"Thank you very much" I said gratefully

We got into the car and left the mansion. Maybe the guys could catch up some how, but it doesn't matter. I'd want to get far away from them if they keep on fighting like that.

. . - Samael - . .

Those assholes are so full of themselves, thinking they can defeat me. How could that moron make himself the Master of Jodine!! It's not possible! I was meant to be the ONLY Master of her. She was meant to be MY Maiden. I could never share her amongst another!! And now that dog wants to get involved and is after her too! These guys are pissing me off!

I used my ability to stun only Liam as he stood helplessly. Unfortunately that dog turned into his werewolf form and punched me into at least four walls. I got up and brushed off what was left of the wall and got back up. My home is being ruined from the inside and it will take much of my power to reverse all this. I looked around as I couldn't sense Jodine around. I ignored the two who were fighting in the back ground and searched for her. I'll have to communicate in her head.

Jodine? Where are you?

I'm on my way to the clock tower. I wanted to get away from all that fighting. I couldn't stand it!

I apologize, I wished you didn't see that.

Well Hanna's with me and I've got the fern. I could do this without you.

I want to be with you when you empty out the ashes. But these dickheads are making it hard.

. . . Fighting won't solve anything, Master. You should know.

I chuckled.

You called my by Master. I'd never thought I'd hear it.

Well I'm accepting this fate. I can't run from it because this is my duty as a Maiden to serve my Master-s.

I'm going to kill Liam.

It's my fau-

Nothing is your fault. Don't ever blame yourself you couldn't prevent.

Master Samael, will you forgive me. .

Don't be sorry, I want you to be happy. Even if it means that I'm going to have another being served by my Maiden.

Thank you. . .

Just once, I will co-operate with the others. But only for you.

I caught up to the two who were still fighting and used my power to tare them apart.

"No fucking cheating!!" Liam yelled

"You got powers!!" Alex growled

"Just stop, Jodine is on her way to the clock tower. I'm going to meet her there and you can stay here and fight, or come with me" I gave them a choice

They stood in silence as I removed my binding. This wasn't going to be easy to work with them. But we can always pretend to. I walked out and stood by the door. Nothing had to be said when we all know what we are thinking. You don't even have to read each other's minds to know that this is screwed. I watched them walk out first as I was last to close the door. I took out my keys and used the remote key to open the doors.

"Nice" Liam said looking at the car

"You should get me one of these" Alex grinned

"I wouldn't bet on that" I stared

We got into the car as I took the wheel with the two in the back. Both of them sat away from each other on each sides of the car. This was going to be a quiet trip. Because if they even think for a second about giving me orders, I will crash this car and jump out before I do.

. . ~ Jodine ~ . .

Hanna's eyes lit up as we saw the clock tower of London in the distance. We're almost there. She had this desperate look of wanting to get to the top quickly. She held the fern where the ashes of her parents are. Maybe I could fly up there faster and it's dark so I don't think anyone will see me. It's actually easier to talk to her since all she needs to do is read my mind. But I don't get why Samael and Liam have to speak into my head.

Hanna if you want. I'll fly you up there.

"Really?" she spoke

"Yeah, it'll be easy and you can see the lights of the town" I smiled

"Thank you Jodine" she smiled back

I feel sorry for her, losing her parents at such a young age. Does she have any other family? I noticed Allen with a skeptical look, wondering what the hell we're talking about. Heh, he's so clueless.

Wana hop out now?

"Yeah, let's go" she replied

"What are you two up to?" Allen spoke from behind the wheel

"Oh, um could you let us out now. You can drop us here, it'll be fine"

"Are you sure? The clock tower is still a fair distance away and it's dangerous around these areas, especially at night" he said

"I'm sure we can take care of ourselves" I said confidently

"Well alright, hope you get to where you want" he said stopping the car

"Thank you" Hanna smiled

We got out and went onto the footpath as he continued to drive off. I saw a few people walking around but they didn't look dangerous. I wonder what Allan was talking about? Oh well, who cares. I looked down to Hanna who was looking around for any signs of danger and looked up to me.

You ready?

"Yep, but promise you won't let go"

I promise.

We walked between two buildings that were close together. I released my black wings and stretched them before flight. She held the fern tightly as I picked her up onto my back. Well, I've never had passengers on before so this would be a first. But I'll be able to carry her for as long as I'll need to. There are no worries in that at least. I wonder what the guys are doing now? Well I did mind talk to Samael a while ago and maybe they're on they way.

I flapped my wings and lifted of the ground. It wasn't easy but I managed to rebound off the two buildings that were close together to get onto the roof top. Hanna clutched onto my shoulders tightly as I ran towards the end of the building.

This better work.

I ran off the building as I dived down to catch the wind and fly up. I went up higher as the wind flew past my ears. It was freezing cold and I endured the numb feeling. I felt the adrenaline rushing through my veins as I looked down. I liked it. I glided towards the clock tower as we came closer. When my foot touched the top of the tower, I was relieved. I placed Hanna down as she stood and went over to a spot and sat down.

"This is where we watched the lights of London, it's nice isn't it" she smiled

"Yeah, not too shabby" I sat with her

"Are we going to wait for your boyfriend?"

I froze at what she said. BOYFRIEND!?

"He's not my boyfriend, I'm just his Maiden. I have to do what ever he says, even if I don't want to" I held my cheek in my palm

" . . . Oh, that's too bad. I really think you two are good for each other" she looked up to me

"Your only twelve and you know these kinds stuff" I raised my brow at her

"I'm older than you think. Besides, how old are you?"

"Sixteen, much older than you" I smiled

"Master Samael is probably over a hundred years old, so age shouldn't really matter. I'm mature but my body isn't"

She sounds mature. But what she said sounded not that right.

"So do you want to wait for Master Samael?" she asked

"Okay, so what do you want to do till they come?"

". . Fly me to that building and back" she smiled

". . . Alright, hop on" I bent down as I piggy backed her

I wonder how guys are doing. I might as well check up on them.

Hey Liam, how are things?

These fuck heads are twisting my nerves. But they're not as bad as you were.

How nice.

Well I can see the clock tower and I think I see you. Your the left gargoyle. Am I correct?

Totally.

. . - Samael - . .

"I said shut the fuck up! You're going to make me crash!" I yelled angrily

"You shut the fuck up! You're turning the wrong way!!" Alex yelled

"I'll show you wrong way!!" I turned back to him as I went to punch him in the face

"Keep your eyes on the road damn it!!!" Liam shouted

"What the-!" I turned back to the road and steered in the right direction

These a-holes are pissing me off. I'm going insane the longer I stay in the same car as them. Maybe I should contact Jodine to see how she's doing.

Jodine, How are things holding up?

Jodine: At the moment I'm giving Hanna a tour of the town from above.

Then I hope to see you soon, IF I can make this out alive.

Try and get along with them. I hate fighting.

I can try.

I got back to my driving as the two idiots settled down in the back. We finally made it to the clock tower and saw two figures at the top. I quickly got out as the others followed. Some thing is going on so I'll need to contact her again.

Jodine, what's happening?

Jodine: Some guys came out of now where, they're after Hanna but I'm trying to fight them off now. I can't hold them off, I ca-

JODINE!!! Talk to me!! What's wrong!!!

~Chapter 9~

|A Demonic Vampire|

I lost mind contact with Samael as I was slamed against the roof. Those bastards!! They're going to pay trying to take Hanna away! I won't let them! She stood behind me as I protected her. One of the guys injured my wing so I can't fly off. I retracted my black wings back into my back as it pained. I panted heavily, holding my damaged sides.

"Give her up and we'll leave quietly" said one of them

"Don't think I'll give up easily" I hissed under my breath

"Look, we don't want to hurt you. Just hand over the demon"

"Demon!? She's just a girl who lost her parents, what do you want!?!" I yelled

Hanna held the fern of her parents close to her as she stood. What do these men want!? I could never let them harm her. Can't they see that she's scared, she's been through enough? Suddenly, I heard a gun fire which came from none of the guys. It penetrated me as I stepped back "Ack. . ." I just need to breathe, breath. I must stand my ground. I must!

"A Maiden protecting a demon? Pathetic. They way she looks now is just her camouflage than what she really is. She's not a child, she's your age who is trying to fool you" said a woman's voice

I held my body up as I winced. The woman was wearing a short, red, tight leather dress. Who does this slut think she is? But I now understand what Hanna meant before when she said "I'm mature but my body isn't". She's really a demon using a twelve year old self. But I'm not giving up on her. Hanna isn't a bad person.

"S-stay away. . . From her. ." I spoke hoarsely

"You know what she is but you continue to protect her. What a stubborn girl you are" she said in a vampiric tone

"Jodine, I didn't kill those people. I found them like that and thought they'd regenerate. They were like family to me . ." Hanna spoke "I thought you were the people who killed them and I'm really sorry for attacking you like that. . . I deceived you with those fake tears. ." she looked down "And my name is really . . Tess"

She stood beside me as she looked much older. Like my age. Her light brown hair was much longer and her eyes were really blue, like Samael's. She stood just a bit shorter than me and has a good figure.

"How sweet, the demon has feelings. Well we're here to do our job and take her, nothing personal" said the woman

"Well you've got to get past me first" I narrowed my eyes at her

I know what she is, a demon, not a vampire. But she's my friend and I will protect her. Tess couldn't believe what I was saying.

"Ugh. . ." I winced as I held my wound

I can't believe that bitch shot me. She held up her gun as she aimed it at me. I was going to die, that's what it is. It's as if I feel death creeping up behind me, ready to pull me into the darkness. But it's got another thing coming.

I'm not afraid to die!!

*BANG*

"JODY!!" Tess yelled as she speared me over the edge of the top of the clock tower

My eyes watered at the fact she's going to die with me. I'd rather die alone than bringing someone with me. My vision faded as it blackened.

"Jody stay awake!!! Please stay awake!!!" I heard her yelling

Tess. . .

"I won't let you die!!!"

I saw only her figure. Then it was as if wings sprouted from her back. They didn't look feathery and soft, but demonic. Maybe this is just my angel.

Maybe I'm really dead. . . .

I opened my weak eyes and found myself looking at the ceiling of my room. I'd imagine heaven would be brighter but no, I'm just in my room. I sat up slowly as the stabbing pain from my wound throbbed "Ggh. ." I held it. I saw Tess asleep at my bedside which made me smile. I was happy to see that she was okay. But, what happened? All I remember is demonic wings appearing from the figure above me.

"Jodine, your awake" she looked up as she rubbed her eyes

"I'll live for another day"

". . . . Will you forgive me" she said in an apologetic tone

"You don't need to be sorry, I understand" I reassured her

"But I lied to you. . ." she said with a tear falling from her eye

"Please don't cry. . ." I got up and hugged her

"You shouldn't move too much, it'll hurt even more"

"I don't care"

It does hurt, but like that's going to stop me. I've been through walls, drained at the point I can't stand and fell from the Clock tower of London, yet I still breathe. I watched the door swing open as she stood up. All three of the guys walked in, Samael, Liam and Alex.

Samael's eyes narrowed as he looked at Tess.

". . You, you dare to go near her" he hissed

"Samael, she's not a bad per-"

"Jodine, it's fine. . ." Tess spoke "I'm his sister. . ."

"What. . . Your siblings?. ." I spoke in shock

"For all I know, I don't have a sister. Even if I had one, she would be known as dead" he said coldly as she took it

"Samael-"

"Just leave, Tess. You'll only be an nuisance, your not wanted here" he left

"Heh, I was expecting worst. . ." she tried to smile but failed

"Uh, we'll be in the next room. . ." Alex said leaving as I nodded

I patted her head as I tried to calm her. My hand ran through her light brown hair as it was silky. I wish I could help her some how.

"I know why my brother likes you so much. . . ." she spoke quietly

"Oh. . ."

"Because you're so kind and generous. But it seems your blood smells unusually . . .Sweet. . ."

"What?" I looked to her "You can smell my blood? But your a demon, arent you. . And Samael?"

"Yes, I am both demon and vampire. . . The most dangerous beings on this earth and I am one of kind. . ."

I stood speechless at what I was told. A demon vampire? How is that possible?

"Well I am called a "Noctis Angel", Angel of the night. But you will soon see why. . . But it seems when Samael gave you his power through blood, you seemed to have the transformation of black wings. It's similar to how we transform but our wings aren't feathery and light. They're demonic. . ."

That figure I saw before blacking out must have been Tess. Those demonic wings I saw were sprouting from her back. She must have saved me after falling off the clock tower together.

". . Thank you for saving me" I said as she looked to me

"Don't thank me" she smiled

"But I must, you saved me twice, if that woman shot me again. . I don't know what I would do. . By the way, what was that all about?" I asked

"Oh them, they kinda saw my real transformation and have been hunting me down since. They wanted to give me to some Enkil person"

"Enkil . . Ah, I remember Samael saying something about him. Apparently a Master and his Maiden serve him, do you know who this guy is?"

"Yeah, apparently he's been trying to gather up servants that he could use against the Empire, the Queen of all vampires"

"A Queen of Vampires?"

"Yes, she's lived for more than five hundred years and counting. She has kept the peace between us, humans and the werewolves. She is basically the reason why we co-exist together in peace. Though Enkil is a powerful vampire who seeks to throw her off the throne and begin a war between the races"

Sounds like this guy is a total jerk. I guess there's got to be a villain in everything between good and bad.

I left my room as I walked with Tess to the front door. I didn't want her to leave but she thinks it's for the best. She even saved my life, twice. I sadly opened the door as she stood.

"Thank you for looking after me and everything" she smiled

"You shouldn't have to leave . . ." I felt like crying

I hugged her tightly like I didn't want to let go. I never had a sister but she was like one. I loosened my hug as I glimpsed at her very blue eyes. They were definitely like Samaels. But to see them cry was totally heart breaking. It was raining outside and I watched her make her way towards the black gate. I stayed at the door as I watched her leave.

This was the same way she left Samael when they still lived together. Tess leaving her brother as the rain poured hard on her as a punishment. I hope she's not too far from me to read my mind but. . .

Tess, I hope to see you soon. . .

It's too bad she can't mind speak like Samael and Liam can. But it's only because I'm both their Maiden. I really don't know how that happened but it did. Everything that has happened is way too complicated. I went back inside as I shut the door as I lingered there a bit.

"Jodine" said a voice as I turned around

"Samael. ." I spoke

"Don't think you're at fault here" he lifted my chin to him "My Maiden" and about to kiss me

"Samael, where can you find good food around here?" Liam purposely interrupted

Samael looked to him as he glared.

"I'm kinda hungry too, shall we" I broke the silence

"We shall" he slid his arm around my waist and kept his glance at Liam

I feel so confused. Can my heart really be shared amongst two Masters? Liam and Samael. But if my bond grows stronger then so do I. If I attain that strength, then I'll be able to act like a real Maiden and protect those I think dearly. But both of them can be such jerks so it's going to be hard to tell the difference.

We all walked to the dinning hall in the mansion. I swear this place is huge and I guess Samael repaired it after the three of them had their carnage. As I walked in, I saw Alex sitting at the table.

"So where's the food?" he said with a fork and spoon in each hand

". . . Why are you still here?" Samael spoke

"I believe I can be of use" he grinned with his feet crossed on the table "I know were the Missing Master and Knight are"

"Elenor Vespera and Edgar Vespera . . ." Samael said

"Yes, so if I trade information on where they are, you will put food on the table for me" Alex's grin widened

"No deal, I can find them myself without your help" Samael scolded

"Well that's too bad, while Jodine was asleep, I let my self into her room. . ." he grinned

"You perverted son of a bitch!!!" I yelled holding my body

How dare him, sneaking into my room! God knows what he did!!

"Oh don't be like that, I would never so such things" he said seriously

Alex: I bet now you can hear me too, my Maiden. . .

"AHHHhhhh!!! YOU MADE ME YOUR MAIDEN!!" I screamed in anger

"You did WHAT!?!?" Samael said baring his teeth

"I guess now I'm part of the family now" he's grinned widened

How could that jerk make me his Maiden. I was so frustrated with how people go off doing what they want without my permission!! But the only way for some one to make you their Maiden of Knight is to seal the contract off with a kiss. So it means that both the Master and the servant must be the opposite sex or they might as well be same in some cases.

Life just gets better and better. . . . *Sigh*

~Chapter 10~

|Sealed Fate|

Liam sat himself down a few chairs away from Alex as Samael did the same. I stood confused, knowing no where to sit. If I sit with one of them they'll probably get angry and fight again. I do hate it when it gets that way. I'm usually the thing that gets tossed around playing keep away. They make me feel like a possession rather than an actual person.

"I think I'll eat in my room" I said about to walk off

"Wait, Jodine. Please don't go" Liam spoke

"We promise not to fight this time" Samael said

I looked to Alex who only had that wide grin on his face. Probably because he thinks he can demand anything of me. Ugh, I hate knowing that, to have no choice but do what you want, even if you hate it to the point of vomiting. I sighed as I walked to the table. I hesitated to find the right chair to sit at.

"You can sit next to me" Samael spoke

I looked to Liam and Alex who didn't seem to mind.

"We're only eating so it doesn't affect us. . Much" Liam said

I sat myself down next to Samael as the house servants came and placed the plates of food on the table. I inhaled the smell of the food deeply and let an "ahh" out. I was about to dig in when I noticed how everyone ate. It was quiet and somewhat awkward. But I just ignored it and continued to raid the table. I was more than hungry especially from last night.

Slow down, you might cause yourself to choke.

It was Alex speaking into my head. Don't you just hate it when three guys can read your mind and speak into it when ever they feel like it. I get absolutely no privacy where ever I am. I hate it. Once I was done stuffing myself silly I sunk into my chair with a satisfied stomach. Samael and the rest we're still eating since I was the hungriest and the fastest. After last nights events, it was pretty exhausting. Like getting shot in the chest and falling off the clock tower. Tess was the one who miraculously saved me but isn't here anymore. . .

I miss Tess. She was like a sister, as I keep telling myself. I wish Samael didn't kick her out so coldly. But I just can't believe that they're brother and sister. Though, the thing that shocks me the most is that . . . If Tess is half demon half vampire . . Then would that mean Samael is one too?

Liam: You always have to eat like that don't you?

Samael: I hope I didn't upset you when I spoke to Tess

Alex: Sorry for sneaking in your room and making you my Maiden. Did you think I'll let those idiots have you?

"You guys, could you not speak into my head so much? I'm beginning to get a head ache" I held my head with my elbows on the table

"Sorry. . ." they spoke at once

"I need to be excused. . ." I got up and left

Ugh, my head feels like its spinning. If they talk at once like that then I'll probably pass out and faint. I sat at my window as I pressed my hand up against it. It felt cold and leaves my hand print. But Samael is much colder than this. My eye caught something or some one in the distance walking towards the mansion. I got up and ran towards the door.

"I don't believe this" I said running out the door

My eyes widened as I watched her hold her bloody body as she walks.

"Tess!!!" I ran towards her and helped her as I put her arm over me

What happened to you. . . .

I never wanted to see you again like this. .

Even if it was only moments ago I watched you leave. . .

I brought her into my room as I called for help from the guys. For once, them able to read and speak into my mind was useful.

Please help me, Tess came back injured. She's still bleeding all over.

I laid her down on my bed. I didn't care if she stained the covers red. I only care about her well being. Something seriously bad happened to her and she needs help. I looked around where the blood was coming out the most and saw around her side. I held it down to put the pressure on so the bleeding can slow down. The Liam and Alex came running in as Samael only stood at the door.

Samael, do you detest her this much to not help her?

Yes, it's her own fault for not looking after herself.

I looked away from him and brought my full attention to Tess. Couldn't she just heal?

She can't heal because a weapon of silver has been used to attack her.

Can she be helped?

Yes, at the moment she is as fragile as a human. You'll have to stitch up that wound of hers, she'll need the extra help to heal. She can still regenerate but not as fast with what ever weapon was used against her.

Samael left and came back with what I would need for the job. She winced in pain after each stitch and sighed after I was done.

"I'll clean her up later on" I said looking down to her

"What happened?" Alex wondered

". . . I was. .Ambushed" she spoke hoarsely

"What!! By who!?" I yelled

"It was a group of Maidens and Knights. Servants who broke their bond with their Masters" she stared at the ceiling

"Is it even possible" I spoke shocked

"Yes, it is. Maidens and Knights grouping together are just as powerful as their Master, together. But not capable of defeating their own"

"Do you have a knight?" I wondered

"No, I don't need a servant, I'm quite fine on my own" she looked away "Besides, these days they are easily to betray their Masters, not that I'm implying that you will"

"It's fine" I reassured

"Well this group suddenly attacked me and since I wasn't in the mood to fight, I ran and got hit" she looked down at her stitched up wound

I can't believe it, Maidens and Knights going against their Masters? I never knew it was possible at first until now. I looked over to the guys who stood in the room. I could never think of betraying them, even if I wanted to. They're basically all I've got and to lose them all would be heart breaking. Those stupid Maidens and Knights! How could they just attack Tess like that. Well I'm not going to let them get away with it. I'll fight them until they come back to reason. I want to know what made them so badly abandon their Masters.

I want answers.

"Jodine? Are you serious?" Alex spoke

Argh!! For a second I forgot they could hear me, even Tess. I looked to her as she gave me a worrying face.

"Don't do it. If they can do this to me than what will they do to you?" Tess said sadly

"Maybe she's on to something. . . ." Liam said looking up

"What are you? An idiot!?" Samael hissed "There's not way I'm letting you even go near them"

"Then I'll let her, just remember. I'm her master too" Liam grinned

"I will kill you before you even dare!" Samael glared deeply

"I'll do it" I spoke

Everyone looked in horror as I spoke. Even though they can hear what I'm thinking and speak into my head. It doesn't mean I can talk to them back separately and I think it's good that they can't hear eachother in my head.

Samael, I want to do this.

No, I'm not going to allow this!

Please, if I find out the reason why they did this. Then maybe I could help some how.

Jodine. . . .

Please.

I can't . . I don't want to lose you. . .If I did, I'd-

You won't, I can promise you that. If you think that I'm going to let a bunch of bitchy Maidens and stubborn Knights sucker me in. Then your wrong.

"I'll leave tonight. . . ." I said leaving the room

"You know all servants can sense if others are bonded with their Master. They'll know and try to kill you" Samael stepped behind me

I turned around to him as I gave him a look. He should know what this must come to. I stared until he realized.

"NO ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!" he yelled in anger

"There's no other way. . ." I looked down "I'll ask Tess how if you won't tell me"

". . . . So be it" he spat in disgust ". . All your Masters must dismiss you from your duty-"

"Wait, let me ask you this first before you do anything. Is there a way to become your Maiden again?"

". . . . I wouldn't know Jodine" he looked away

I looked to the other guys who had the same look on their faces. Liam gave me daggers as Alex seemed upset.

Alex: I just became your Master and you're going to make me take it back . .

Liam: Psh, as if I ever wanted to become your Master anyways. . . .

They hate me, all of them. But this is what I must do, if these ex-servant gangs tries to kill others then. . I don't know what I would do. Tess could have been killed and I'm going to sort this out before it gets worst. We already have trouble with the newborn vampires roaming around. We don't need any more problems so I'm going to eliminate the easiest problem.

Finding the reason why these ex-servants formed a gang and are going after innocent vampires like Tess.

"Okay, I'm ready. Do what you need to break the bond" I said without hesitating

The guys looked like they didn't want to ever think about doing this kind of thing.

"Because each of us added different marks to show you are our Maiden. It will be painful when we lift them off of your skin" Samael said seriously

"I am willing to do whatever I must!" I said firmly

"Don't worry, I won't hesitate one bit" Liam said coldly as I endured his comment "Once I'm done, I'll be on my way"

"So will I, there is no reason to why I should stay here anymore" Alex said without looking at me

It pains me already and it hasn't even started. Just hold in the pain, Jodine. Just until they are gone. Liam stepped up first as I stood in the centre of the room. I was feeling nervous at what was going to happen, but I stood my ground. I gripped my hand tight at my side as he stared.

"I, Liam Blanic. Master of my Maiden, Jodine Rosette. Dismiss her of her duties as a servant" he finished as I felt a small wave of pain followed by a jolt of pain that got me down on my knees.

"Argh. . Ugh. ." I clutched my chest as I felt my neck burning like hell. I screamed in pain as I couldn't keep it all in. My chest thrusted forward as the last most, unimaginable pain stabbed me deeply into my chest.

"It's finished. I'll let myself out. . ." he began walking off

"L-Liam. . . ." I breathed as I sweated with my hands on the floor

I slowly got back on my feet as I breathed heavily. I looked over at Alex to stepped in next. Neither did he hesitated and began the extraction of the bond between us. I tried to endure it all but I failed to not show it. My legs gave up as I fell to my knees again. Tess got up from her bed and went down to me to help me up. She said I should take a break but I refused to, and got back up on my own.

My neck felt like a hot chain was choking me. My breathing was much heavier, my forehead was sweating, my chest hurt like my heart was being ripped out and it felt like I was being tortured.

But I deserve it.

"I, Samael Erebos. Master of my Maiden, Jodine Rosette. Dismiss her of her duties of a servant" his eyes blue broke away from mine and let his spiky hair fall in front of his face.

The pain was much worse as it surged through all parts of my body. I screamed in pain at the top of my lungs. Even my black wings were forced out as they opened out widely. I yelled once again and felt like they were growing longer. I glimpsed at him as I looked up. His eyes were in astonishment and Tess was as shocked. A black choker appeared around my neck with the cross which wasn't a mark on my skin. It was soft around my neck and I could actually take it off.

"W-wh-what's this?" I breathed

"This is just a farewell gift. You can take it off when you want. . . It won't affect you in any way since it's more like an accessory"

Once the pain was all over, I cried to get it all out. After this, I wasn't going to cry anymore. It's a promise I will make for myself.

"Jodine, I want you to know that you didn't betray me. . . You just betrayed my heart" he said leaving

Oh fuck that promise, I can't keep it in anyways. I cried sorrowfully in Tess's arms as she held me tightly.

"It's better this way. . . At least they won't have to die worrying about you and it won't hurt as much" she said

"I know. . It just hurts knowing I'm not going to see them again" I sobbed

Never again. . .

. . - Samael - . .

I hope we put up a good act on and made her believe it. I hope I didn't hurt her too much. I sat in the lounge with the other guys who were also feeling the guilt of how they acted towards her. But the pain I felt tore up what was left of my heart. I never wanted to give her so much pain and leave her even worse. But I am proud of how she has evolved into a much stronger Maiden. Though she isn't enough to defeat me if she wanted to. Her black wings seemed to have grown more out, looking twice the size it once was. Now it could slightly touch the ground if she stood up straight.

Alex, Liam and I have agreed to keep watch of her closely without her knowing. But they say they can't promise to not stay away from her too long. I would say the same thing but I'm not about to admit it. They will try to break the deal and go off trying to make them the only Master of her. But I'm not letting my guard down for a second. I still don't trust those assholes so I'll have to follow Jodine in a disguise she cannot recognize. We will be with her with every step of the way I guess.

Unfortunately those bastards probably have the same idea. Us vampires can camouflage ourselves and so can werewolves since their act more like shape shifters.

But I am much different. Half vampire, half demon. . . . So is my unworthy sister, Tess. No one has ever seen our true transformation. Our demonic wings show what kind of monsters we really are which is why I forbid Tess to tell Jodine of it.

Our love for her will stay as strong for whatever she must do.

All Maidens have to go through this experience and eventually break lose from the chain that keeps this bond. This will just be a test of her skill and confidence to show how strong she can be. The choker I gave her shows that she was a servant for a Master. It's black with a black and white cross which matched beautifully with her black angel wings.

She will be able to return to our side when her goal is complete.

We will wait for as long as it takes when she is ready to face the road ahead of us. The battles between life and death. Who knows what we will face in the future.

This dark future ahead of us has its obstacles and we will prevail. . . . .

~Chapter 11~

|Knowing Your Enemy|

It's been a few months after we left the mansion. Tess and I have made ourselves as students in a boarding school. Because I still have my Maiden ability to transform in to black winged angel, I'll be able to battle out those unbonded Maidens or Knights without them knowing. I've had to purposely get Samael, Liam and Alex to break out Master to servant bond. I've suffered enough but Tess was right to say that it was the right thing.

"Ugh, I hate going to school. . ." Tess whined

"Hey, stop complaining. Besides, I can sense them nearby" I said stopping at the corner

It's easy to tell them apart from the rest of other students. Shit, they're coming this way.

Tess, they'll know you're a vampire

"I know, I'll meet you back in our room" she left

I stood at the corner vacantly as they walked past. They stopped as I began walking off with an even pace. Heh, they know who I am now.

"Hey you. . . You're a Maiden, right?" said one of the girls

"Who wants to know" I said nonchalantly turning around

I've got them where I want them. I was about to attack as another spoke.

"So you're an unbonded Maiden, right?" said a guy

"Yeah, what's it to ya?" I said

"You wana join us, well we are recruiting servants like us. How about it?"

This isn't part of the plan Tess and I spoke about. But if I can get into their little group then maybe I'll be able to find the reason why they're ganging up on vampire and werewolf Masters. I hope Tess doesn't get too angry at me for doing this.

"Sure, I guess so" I walked towards them

"Good, another member. Now there's a chance we can fight against that Enkil guy" a girl said in determination

"You know about that?" I wondered

"Yeah, our Masters abandoned us so that they can be the ones to go after Enkil themselves, but they never returned"

"Wait, so none of you have gone after random vampires?" I asked

"What the hell? You think that we're are the ones who did that?" one of the girls said in shock

"There's another group whose been doing that but it's not us. We're the ones trying to help and gather as much unbonded servants as we can. There has been an outbreak in newborn vampires that have been causing trouble. We're just the ones doing the exterminating and keeping the population low" said the guy

"But it seems that the newborns have increased in numbers and are whiping out parts of London" said another

"So you with us?" the girl looked to me

"Sorry, I'm only after that group who attacked my friend. . . ." I said walking off

"Your friend? You mean that vampire?" the girl stepped up

"Yeah, why?" I stopped

"Well apparently she isn't JUST a vampire, she is also demon. We didn't attack any random vampire, we attacked a monster. . . ." said the guy

"YOU!? You bastards!!" I turned around sharply "You don't know anything about her, she's not the villain here!!!" I yelled in anger

"Well, by what we've sensed from her, she is the most powerful creature of all races. Half vampire, half demon is what we call monsters. They shouldn't even exist, especially when the vampires and werewolves have pushed them out to extinction" the guy said

"There were legends when angels and demons fought against each other, on earth. Though, the demons won that war and all the angels were killed without mercy. But only Enkil was the only known of the pure demon race. We've just heard there's been cross breeding. Vampire and a demon, how distasteful" said one of the girls

Demons are extinct? Then what about angels? I stood in shock at what information I've been acknowledged. But still, they will pay for attacking Tess.

"Yet you still side with the enemy here. Enkil is a demon whose been using vampires as his servants, quite pitiful actually. And I thought vampires were the top ranked in the races" said the guy

"If you side with them, then you are our enemy. . ." said the girl as she stood in a fighters position

"I'll fight you any day. . ." I looked over my shoulder as I was about to leave

"No, not now Daisy. . ." the guy put his hand on her shoulder as she dropped her stance

"If we ever bump into each other again. . . It won't be as friendly next time" Daisy and her group left

Well, she's right. Now that they know I'm siding with a demon/vampire, they won't show any mercy. I should have stayed as a servant but I guess there's no turning back now. I walked back to my room as Tess was probably waiting for me. I stood in front of my dorm door and heard loud noises behind it. I quickly swung it open and saw that group fighting Tess as she fought back in her form.

My eyes widened in fear. . .

My heart raced uncontrollably. . .

I wasn't scared. .

I was terrified.

Tess had large demonic wings just her size. I stepped back in fear as I saw fangs, longer than normal vampire fangs. Eyes were a glowing blood colour. Her hair wasn't light brown but a silvery white.

This isn't Tess anymore. .

This is a monster that ate her. . .

After she finished using her powers to knock out Daisy and her group, her eyes flickered at me. *Gasp* I hope she doesn't see me as her target, her victim, her enemy. Again, I took a step back. She lunged at me as her eyes narrowed. She doesn't recognize me. It's like she's a completely different person. I raced down the halls as she flew after me. What's wrong with her?! She's going spastic at me like a crazed raven. I looked back over my shoulder as I heavily panted. I'm a good runner but to ran from a half demon half vampire wouldn't be such a breeze.

"Tess!! Don't do this!!" I yelled back to her as she picked up speed "God damn it!" I hissed under my breath as I was about to fall on my face

I can continue running like this but there are other students in this school. If her crazed madness gets too out of control and she finds another target, it won't be pretty. I was still running past the point of the middle of the long hall. I saw a window up ahead. I know, I'm crazy to be thinking to use that as my exit. But I'm using desperate measures for this desperate time. I have no choice.

I sped faster as she tailed behind me. The large window was becoming closer. I whipped all thought from my head and leaped through. The glass shattered into thousand of pieces as I broke through. I winced as the largest shard stuck into my skin. Shit. This is a four story building and I took the window as my escape. Fuck it. I released my black wings and spread them out widely. Suddenly I was attacked in mid air and slammed down back to the ground.

"Ahh, owowo!!" I slowly got back on my feet

I held my back as I heard a crack. Ugh, that's no good. I looked to her as she hovered over the ground. She tilted her head as I looked down. It was the glass piece that stuck out. Blood was dripping down and I quickly yanked it out. I threw it behind me as she grinned widely. Her fangs stuck out even more.

Holy crap.

She's thinking of eating me.

Right?

This is soooo bad for me.

"Tess, please snap out of it!! Your REALLY scaring me" I said with my hands up at her

She continued to come closer as I stepped back. She's completely ignoring me and letting her fangs do all the talking. Her blood colour eyes thirst for my blood as they narrowed deeply at me. Her demonic wings expanded out widely and flapped lightly around a bit. She charged at me and slammed me up against the wall, holding me up with one hand at my neck.

"L-let go . . Tess" I spoke breathlessly

Only her tight gripped harder. Why isn't she coming back to reason. I'm not the enemy here. What's wrong with her?!

I felt my face going red the longer she keeps her hold on my neck. I gripped both hands on her arm as I tried to remove them. Her strength was unbelievably strong and she wouldn't move a budge. Was this really the way I was going to die? At the hand of my best friend? My eyes tear at the thought as there was little breath I could gasp. My vision faded to black and I felt the numbness creeping onto me.

". . . Samael, please forgi-"

"Don't talk to me, after what you did, you cannot be forgiven"

"I am sincerely sorry, I didn't mean to, it was an accident! I would never hurt Jodine intentionally!"

". . . I will deal with you properly next time I see you"

"Samael-"

"Don't speak of my name when it sounds like dirt from your mouth!"

"Don't hate me because of what I am, Samael. She and I are the same, yet opposite being demon and angel"

"How dare you compare the likes of you to her! You are nothing alike!"

"But we are, we both share the loneliness. . . But you know what. . My father seems to take interest in her as of use. Lord Enkil will rise from taking her blood and he will rise up to Purebloods like you, ranking to the dirt under his shoes. . . "

"Stay away from her. . . . She's mine"

Moments later I opened my eyes as I found myself in a familiar place. I sense that I've been here before, not in a dream but some how I feel it. Though, it's disturbing at the same time, like I've been here for a number of times. I scowled as I remembered. This is Samael's mansion with this room being mine. I sat up as I looked around in the dim light. My suitcase was leaning on the wall like it never moved as the over sized mirror in front of my bed glazed back at me. I seemed fine, but am I really. I gasped as I remembered what happened, Tess had totally lost it and was trying to kill me. But I remember hearing voices in the blackness. It sounded like she was talking to Samael maybe.

It's been a while since I saw him.

I stood out of bed as I walked in front of the mirror. I also look different from the last time I was with them. Because I've been continuously changing into that black winged angel form, my hair has turned from dark brown to totally black. It really makes my brown eyes stand out from my pale looking skin. The frequent transformations I've gone through has affected my body and changing it. From fair skin to pale, from dark brown hair to black, oh and I've also got a hair cut too. The length of my hair falls over my shoulders with some spikes of hair. My hair is so much layered and different than the plain style from before.

I looked down to the bracelet that was given to me by Tess. She said she made it herself. It had strange charms on it but she said they were meant to increase your happiness. But all I've been feeling is the opposite. The worst thing is it simply won't come off.

As I let out my black wings, they hung next to my back as I touched its soft black feathers. So much has changed since I was last here. I heard the door open as I turned to see who it was. My eyes froze as I couldn't believe who it was. I withdrew my wings as I stood.

"Liam. . ." I spoke as he smiled

But I looked away from him, feeling the shame of what I did to him, making him unbond with me. I held my wrist as I looked down, hoping he would leave.

"Jodine. . . It's been a while" he said as he walked towards me

"Don't" I said as he stopped a few feet away ". . It's been too long Liam and. . And what am I suppose to say? Especially after what had happened" I said with my eyes tearing up

"Let me expla-"

"NO!! I could never forgive myself! I should have stayed bonded but I went off on my own! I should have thought of what could happen afterwards but. . ." I trailed off as a tear left my eye "I've changed. . . ."

~Chapter 12~

|Return of the Choker|

He sighed as he looked down then back up at me. He continued to walk towards me as I backed away. I don't deserve his comfort, I don't deserve to be in his presence. I walked back into a wall which startled me. I avoided eye contact with his as I looked away. He embraced me tightly, as I tried to push away. But I am very weak in situations like this, those hugs that cannot be unbroken. A few more tears escaped my eyes without a sound.

We parted as I stood vacantly as the warmth inside of me regains its fire. Ever since I've been away from this mansion, all my emotions have vanished as it powers my angel transformation. It's like it's eating away every bit of me, of my happiness, hope and my faith. This is why I am so empty, like an empty soul that needs to be rekindled.

Maybe transforming isn't such a great idea with it using my bright emotions as fuel. I need to use that form on in emergency situations.

"Jody!!" Alex ran in as he hugged me

I was lifted off the ground with his bear hug and put me down as soon as he noticed me gasping for air. I guess he forgot that werewolf strength of his but I am content to see him.

"Er. . Is there something the matter?" he wondered as he inspected my expression

"No" I said plainly

Both Alex and Liam just looked at each other in disbelief.

I looked behind the two as I noticed Samael walking from the door like he was there all along. So I made my way out my room as the guys didn't follow me. Maybe they knew something. I looked down the hall as Samael was disappearing at every corner as I try to catch up to him.

. . Liam . .

Something is up with Jody, I don't know what but she doesn't seem like herself all of a sudden. Maybe parting with us did effect her, but I never expected it to be so deep. I can't really find that hidden smile she doesn't seem to show. Can't she forgive herself from leaving us and making us unbond?

I looked over to Alex as he had the same confused look.

It's unfortunate that we can no longer read her mind and talk into it since the link between Master and Servant has broken. This is going to be difficult to tell what's the matter with her now?

"You think something happened to her?" Alex looked to me

"Maybe. . ." I said as I sat on the bed

"It's only been like three months since the last time we saw her and she's like a completely different person" he said as he paced around

"She obviously looks different with the hair n'all"

I think she looks. . . Really nice. . .

I noticed Alex grinning at the thought and smacked him over the head.

"Dude!" he stumbled forward

"You're an idiot" I glanced

"Hah, whatever" he grinned, rubbing his head

Since she left, Alex and me have been getting along fine. Though Samael seems as distant as the first time we met. But he's been busy with finding some of the missing Maidens and Knights with their Masters which isn't going well. I can tell what he's thinking.

He also missed her.

. . ~ Jodine ~ . .

I finally caught up to Samael as he stopped a metre away with his back to me. I stood wishing to see his face, hoping he didn't hate me.

"Jodine, I don't hate you, I could never hate you" he spoke as I gasped quietly

"You can still read my mind!?" my eyes widened in shock

"The first Master always has the strongest bond" he turned around as I saw his perfect features

I was so captivated by those blue eyes, I didn't dare to look away. I felt something hot on my face and realized I was blushing. I held my cheeks as I looked away in embarrassment. It's been a while since I felt the feeling of a blush since I was away from the guys.

But I was still lacking something inside of me. The true fire which needs to burn fiercely, something that can't be put out by fire. The one thing that humans must not lack. But I don't feel human because of the thing I am living without.

The feeling of love. . .

It must have faded the last time I used that angel form.

How stupid of me to not notice it.

I sighed as I brought my hands to my side. I looked up and found him right in front of me. He caressed my cheek as I felt his cold but reassuring touch. He leaned his head next to my face as I stood.

"How long have I waited and longed for you" he spoke near my ear

I smiled at his words but was startled by the sharp stabbing pain at my neck. I breathed heavily at that pain followed by that flow of pleasure. I walked back into the wall as I stood against it. It then went away as all I could hear was the sound of him gulping my blood. I was happy that he missed me and found it somewhat funny.

I recovered a smile I thought that was lost as I held him close. Because I promised myself I wouldn't show a sign of weakness, I may have to break it.

Since I am stronger now, I was able to stand the major blood drain. His cold lips parted from my neck as his crimson, blood red eyes stared into mine. I can see his hunger being satisfied by my blood alone. I suddenly gasped as I felt a burning sensation around my neck. I stepped back as I felt around it while Samael wipes away the evidence of my blood.

"Am I really. . ." I said in astonishment

"Yes, I am your one and only Master" he said "And I will not let those two get a hold of you. You were mine from the start and I want it to stay that way"

He went on his way towards his room as I smiled to myself. I went back to my room to get myself cleaned up and patch up that wound. I stared in the mirror of my bathroom as I fixed up my black, layered hair. I took some away from my neck as I had a closer look at the pattern of the choker around my skin. It looks like the kind of pattern when I was first with him. Though, it burned more painfully this time.

I walked down the halls of the mansion and as I felt like going for a walk. I was looking around and didn't notice who I bumped into.

"Ah!"

"Hey!"

It was a maid who was carrying fresh towels as they laid on the floor. I helped her pick them up as I didn't recognize her.

"Oh, you new here?" I said as I looked up to her

She had really light brown hair which was in plats on her right side. She also wore thin glasses which made her look like a very timid person.

"Uh-yeah. . . M-my name is Lucy, miss" she said as she stood up with her towels

"You can just call me Jody" I smiled

I noticed her staring at my neck like she knew what it was. But when she saw that I caught her looking at it, she quickly looked away.

"Sorry. . . It's. .Nnh-nothing" she spoke quietly as she continued her way "It was nice meeting you"

. . . . She's definitely new around here, unlike those other maids. I wonder where Samael finds maids any ways?

I decided to go into the kitchen and fix myself a snack. Good thing it was empty so I can help myself, though I don't think Samael uses it much since eating food wouldn't effect his apatite. I found myself a packet of chips and sat in the entertainment room on a lounge. I heard some one walk in as I saw it was Alex.

"Hi" I smiled

"Looks like you're feeling better" he said as I sat up for him to sit

"Yeah, I wasn't really feeling myself that's all" I placed a cushion on my lap as I crossed my legs

"So, you up to go around London a bit?" he asked

"Where we going?" I wondered

"I don't know, just around than being stuck in here. Besides, I think you need to get some fresh air" he said pulling me up from my spot

"Do we have to?" I whined

"Yeah, so when was the last time you spread your wings?" I sat back down when he mentioned that

"Jody, what is it?" he looked to me

If I use my wings again, it will eat up all those bright emotions which keep me human. To think that the warmth inside of me is going to be powering my ability's strength. If I lose that side t hen I don't know what I would do. All those angry, hatred, sorrowful feelings with fill my soul with the coldness that cannot be rekindled. I don't want to be like that.

"Um. . . I'm really sorry but, I think I'm better of here" I said looking down

"Ah, alright then" he said getting up "I'll be out for a while, see ya around"

You want to talk?

Samael. . You've been listening on my thoughts again, haven't you.

I find it hard not to since it's the only thing that I can hear. It's important to get this out of your system.

Where are you? I can't sense you in the mansion.

Don't worry about me, I will be home sometime soon.

Even though we're only talking through minds, you sound in pain.

Jodine, you need to promise me to stay home.

. . .What's going on?

I mean it, stay home.

I can't, I'm you're Maiden and I must be there when you need me the most.

I quickly got up as I ran out to Alex who was about to leave.

"Wait!" I shouted as he stopped "We need to get to Samael, there's something wrong" I said seriously

"What? How can you tell?" he asked

". . I can feel it" I said removing the hair from my neck and revealing the choker pattern

Alex stood in shock as I pulled my hair back. I looked to him as he narrowed his eyes in hate. But he erased it from his face when he looked back to me.

"That sneaky bastard" he chuckled

"I hope this won't change our friendship" I spoke sincerely

". . Of course not" he said "Well, let's go we don't want to be too late" he said almost hurt

He got into one of Samael's cars as I hopped in at the front with him. The wheel's screeched loudly with a puff of smoke behind us. He floored it out the black gates of his property and got onto the road. I was feeling really worried for him, I could hear it in his voice even if it may be only in his head that he could be in trouble. I touched my neck as I can sense him close.

"Which way"

"That way" I pointed

As I directed him as he drove, I felt Samael's presence becoming stronger and stronger. He stopped the car when we heard some loud noises like part of a building was being destroyed. We both got out of the car and ran in the direction of the uproar. After running for a few minutes, we got to the scene.

Samael was standing opposite to part of a crumbling wall of a building. It looked like he smashed someone through it, but who? I was about to run to his side but Alex pulled me back between the buildings. As the dust settled, the figure behind it was walking out and brushing off the bits of the wall.

I stood in shock to see who it was.

"Liam. . .?" I breathed

"Something's going on" Alex said as we stood against the wall out of sight