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Click here"Here you go..." his last word trailed in a whisper as he stared at the woman smiling at him. She didn't recognize him one bit.
"I'm awfully sorry... I've been clumsy these days. Must be coming down with a cold or something," she apologized with a sweet smile then continued walking. "I have to go now... I'm running late for class!" she called out, waving at him.
Draven stood dumbstruck at what just happened. She coloured her hair! All those lovely blonde curls... gone. But worst of all... she didn't even know him. Draven leaned against the wall and closed his eyes, trying to stop the ache that was slowly eating inside him.
If she didn't recognize him... then it wouldn't hurt to see her again right? Even from afar? He knew he was in denial but he chased after her nonetheless.
***
Natasha saw a tall red-haired woman enter the auditorium, carrying a load of books and files. This was Amber? She looked so... nerdy! What's with the huge black framed glasses and untidily tied bun? And that gaudy skirt! This woman was a fashion disaster and so unlike the type of female that Draven would normally go for- that is if this woman was even the one that's bothering Draven in the first place.
"Good morning class," she mumbled shyly into the mike, fumbling a little as she settled her books down.
"Good lord... she's dowdy and clumsy," muttered Natasha under her breath.
Out of the corner of her eyes, Natasha caught another movement at the door and to her surprise, Draven peeked in and sat in the front row, right in front of the podium. It wasn't so much as his presence but the way he looked at her that confirmed Natasha's hunch that this woman was the one.
"Tsk. So much for wanting to stay away from her," she hissed, rolling her eyes irritably. This human seemed mild and unthreatening so why was he kicking up such a big fuss over the matter?
Even so, Natasha sat back and listened to the gentle voice of the doctor droning on about some birthing procedure. It was interesting until she started speaking in medical jargon.
"Guess it's time to leave now," said Natasha, growing bored. She got up slowly and inched towards the backdoor when suddenly she heard someone calling her.
"You there, thank you for volunteering! Please come down here," called Amber. Natasha froze.
"Err..." she was just a few steps from the door but everyone had turned to look at her. Damn! "Uh, okay..." she stammered and walked down the stairs towards the front.
What the hell are you doing here Sasha!
Natasha caught Draven's eyes but pretended not to know him and instead walked up stage towards Amber.
I'm trying to understand what's wrong with this huma... oh my god!!!
Draven covered his face with his hands as Natasha stared mouth opened and wide-eyed at Amber.
"Uh... Miss? Are you feeling alright?"
I'm going to do it now Draven. Now or never.
"No!" he burst out and climbed up the stage, slapping Natasha's hand away from Amber.
The room fell silent.
This is such a non sequitur moment.
You think? Just say I'm your sister or something and get your butt off the stage now.
"Err, I'm sorry... My sister she's hypoglycemic. I better take her out before she faints," Draven grinned stupidly as he grabbed Natasha's hand and pulled her quickly out of the auditorium.
The moment the door closed behind them, she began to slap at his chest.
Just what the hell do you think you're doing? Werewolf?!
"I told you to wait didn't I?" Draven cursed as he grabbed Natasha and pulled her away from the door. "You are worst than my brother and niece combined!"
"Oh that's cute. I'm worth fifty years old altogether now."
"Natasha!" cried Draven in exasperation. "I told you to check her out not take her memories away! Why did you even threaten me like that... in front of her?"
"She did not hear a damn thing. She's an animal! They don't hear our thoughts!"
The instant those words came out of her mouth, Draven's hand was aimed for her throat but she was quick enough to stop him.
"Security cameras," she said dryly then released his hand with a spat.
"Fine. Don't ever... call her an animal again you hear me?" Natasha glared at him and watched as Draven's anger subsided to be replaced by a look of worry. "She can hear my thoughts Natasha..."
Natasha's glare turned into stunned horror. Is she a Vampire-Were?
No... she's not.
Then?
I'm her mate... like her wolf mate.
"Good Lord... Draven," muttered Natasha, shaking her head. "And this is why you want to join the Council?"
Yes... to prevent any hunts arranged explicitly for her head.
You mean memories right?
Or termination.
Natasha sucked in a deep breath. Who would want to terminate her?
My father.
- COMMENTS
shortydeeabout 13 years agoplease post again soon. I want more. I hope his father is not that much of a bastard. Draven need some life other then work....LOL
chelo2012about 13 years agoAs always, great turn for you characters. I cannot wait to read more of this exiting devepment in your characters.......;-)
SizzlinSisabout 13 years agoI'm titillated by the depth you're giving your characters! Until this sequel, Draven pretty much stayed in the shadows, coming to the fore whenever he was needed, but only just long enough to give input. Now we are given glimpses into his past, and events and situations that helped to make him the man he is today! I like that the focus has begun to center on the Vampires, and this is the perfect time for the introduction of new personalities!
INTERESTING twist in the 'death' of Amber! It's like Fiona made her a clean slate and sketched an entirely different person to take her place! It appears that she is also living and working in human society AS a human (?) which is quiet clever, since the farther away she is from people, places, events and things that could possibly tweak residual memories of her past life and Draven, the better! It also shows me that Draven wasn't attracted to just her intelligence, beauty, quick wit, and her status in the pack community - but that a deeper part of her called to him.
Loved the interaction between Alaron and Ericka! That young man is getting comfortable in his skin, it seems, and becoming more lovable with each page you write. I look forward to getting more insight into both he and Erika.
Though I love anything you write about Eian or Eian and Fiona, it seemed out of character, for BOTH of them, to launch into full heated sex play after having to make such a devastating decision and going through something so heart rending as 'killing off' Amber. :/
As usual, I'm anxiously awaiting the next chapter of your wonderful story! Thank you so much for your commitment to entertaining us!
Anonymousabout 13 years agoWhy would Draven's father want Amber killed? Just because Draven is a high eschelon vampire and she's a werewolf?
katgoddess1about 13 years agoLong live Amber! Brilliant! Give her a new personality and suppress the original. Wow! I thought Fiona might be pregnant. Great chapter, even though it is heart-wrenching.
lucianloverabout 13 years agoThat Amber is dead.
You know why this works for me.Cos now I have no clue what will happen!!!All the characters are acting quite strangely and very unpredictably which for me is very important right now.I am actually chomping at my bits to see what happens next!!
I have to say though that I agree with cannd that Fi having sex so soon after "killing" Amber was strange but i am very sure that there will be an explanation.
Kudos
Nightpleasureabout 13 years agoGreat story, though I will be really happy when AMber is back to herself. Gosh she is clumsy.
MizTabout 13 years agookay the red hair is good, but the nerdy, clumsy, and running late Amber. What did Fi do to her? She is now the complete opposite of the strong, confidante, intelligent Doctor that is Amber. Is this what happens when you ask someone to kill you as Amber did in the last chapter? Well so far I hate this new Amber. Of course I know the storyline calls for Draven to be strong and protect Amber, I just hope he comes to his senses fast and realizes he can better protect her if he's with her. Then the real Amber can come back and kick Draven ass for putting her in this situation to begin with.
You gave us a few new characters that might be fun to follow. Natasha is going to be a handful for Draven I think. And will Draven really be able to join Natasha and Patrick in the "DRU" or will his love for Amber prevent him from killing again. How will Natasha and Patrick help/hurt Draven with his "mate" issue?
You really are killing me with these cliff hangers, you truly have developed an "artform" for leaving me hanging. hehe he
canndabout 13 years agoYou know I'm a+ big fan, so I have to be honest. The beginning didn't work for me. First, you didn't explain the wierd comment Amber made at the end of last chapter to Fi when she said 'then convince me Amber's dead'. Then, I don't think Fiona would be able to just switch gears and have sex after finding out how much Amber is hurting and being forced to use her ability to do something she didn't believe in but knew she had to. I just don't think it's in her nature to watch Amber trudge home miserably and turn around and jump Eian's bones and be all happy. It just doesn't fit her personality. She'd be more likely to be upset and be disappointed with Eian, not wanting to accept that this is how it had to be or if she accepted it she'd not be happy about it. She'd dwell on it for a bit.
Overall I don't understand what shape Amber is in now. Why is she not looking like herself, acting like herself or remembering Draven? That's why I wish you would have explained what Fi did to her. Overall, I think this whole thing is cruel. I have to wonder from what we saw of Aramis, if his only reaction would be to terminate Amber. I mean, he clearly doesn't hate weres. I know Fi isn't the heir but she is pretty dear to Aramis and he didn't try to stop her from being with Eian. And ok, Eian is an alpha who is one of the original weres or something (can't remember exactly) and has a title, but I feel like Aramis does care about their happiness. Why would Alaron think he can be with a human?
I am intrigued by this whole other side of Draven. The way he was portrayed was as the scientific loner with no hint he'd not been like that his whole existance. I am happy there is someone who can see past his bull by being able to read him. I am also looking forward to getting a glimpse into this vampire world when we were so focussed on weres all this time. And I hope you tell us more about vamps being able to have kids which surprised me. Not sure if the heirarchy will tell us but how does being turned vs being a born vampire
I hope things work out for Draven and Amber as they both deserve it and they make such a great couple b/c of their differences in personallity. I hate what is being done to her. She is being forced to have her mind manipulated and to be miserable b/c she is his mate and loves him. It's really sad. You must fix it :)!!!
apollonaabout 13 years agoDamn, gotta find a way to fill in the time between instalments somehow! Tried playing the waiting game, but I keep losing... LOL
