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Rated M for Adult Content
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Aftermath
Chapter 32
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EPOV
I watched as Andre sank my blade into Victor's gut. If it was to be my last night of my existence I wanted to spend it with her. I closed my eyes and thought of my Sookie. I believe that no matter where she is, in the end we will always be together. Thinking back on all we have been through and what she has been to me… my Lover, my Wife, my Mate, and tonight unwittingly to me she will become my Savior.
Being brought back from my near final death… my instincts took over as I came to feeling my Everything inside me, giving me her life force and healing me. Like a starving man I took deep pulls of the delicious tonic that was Sookie. Another part of me was fighting that natural instinct which has been ingrained in all living things since the beginning of time and in me for over 1,000 years; feed to survive. Then her sweet voice sounded in my head. My eyes shot open at the reality of what I was doing. I quickly pulled away, she then pleaded with me to take more. She was right I needed more.
After I was well enough to stop I pulled away I kissed her with gratitude then stood to take in the scene before me. The Shifter's and Felipe's bodies near death were lying haphazardly about. Andre's remains were the most surprising to see. Sookie did that when 3 very strong and old Vampires couldn't. When she asked me to get blood to the Shifter, my selfish nature wanted to heal her first even if meant feeding another Vampire's blood to her to do it. I wasn't at all surprised when she refused and insisted that the Shifter be first. She has proven to me yet again that she is the most caring and selfless creature I've come across in my entire existence.
Once everything was all well and done I flew her back to the old farmhouse. Upon entering she was nearly tackled by the Witch, who was leaking profusely. I looked at her in confusion. She was smiling, laughing, and yet she was leaking. Humans are so strange. I will never get used to the roller coaster that is their emotions even after sharing them with Sookie.
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SPOV
"Oh Goddess!" Amelia breathed her already swollen and bloodshot eyes began to tear again "SOOKIE!" she cried as she ran at me almost knocking me to the ground. "Oh Sookie… thank the Goddess… your still, alive! I mean Claudine told me over and over that you were, but I just couldn't believe it. I was worried sick about you when Sam called to tell me you went missing and asked if you were here." She babbled in between laughing and crying. While she spoke I took in all the expressions of everyone I loved here with me now. Alcide stood behind her with his hands on her shoulders in a comforting way with a huge smile on his face, Claudine looked scared shitless, and Eric looked confused. I laughed out loud.
"Amelia, I'm fine it's okay sweetie. There's no need for these." I said as I wiped away her tears. "I'm sorry… I know ya'll have been worried about me, but I am beat. Eric and I need a shower and rest." I said as Amelia gripped my hands tighter. "Amelia, we have all day tomorrow. Okay?" I said tired. She sniffled with a nod. "Claudine you stay here, unless you think you'll be safe with Claude?"
"I will be fine Cousin, do not worry about me. I must be with my brother, I am a bit worried about Niall. Everything will be fine as long as I'm with Claude." She replied with a confident smile. I nodded then with a pop! she was gone. I looked back at Eric and he smiled taking my hand leading me to my old room.
I went straight in my bathroom and turned on the water and made it as hot as I could stand it. My body was in pain and every muscle in it felt like it was cramping… from the blood lost I supposed.
"Eric, come on honey… get in here." I said as I stripped my bloody clothing and tossing it into the trash bin. I stepped in under the stream of water and Eric followed me shortly after. Once his hands began to soap up my back I instantly relaxed. He switched places with me then began to lather up my hair. "Mmmm…" I moaned at his touch while he rinsed the shampoo out of my hair.
"Do not make sounds like that my Love, you are awakening parts of me that I do not think you are ready for." He whispered seductively into my ear. I turned my head and looked at him with a wicked grin.
"I'm always ready for you, baby." I said equally seductive while taking my second favorite part of him into my hand and stroking it. With a growl he pushed me against the wall, I gasped when my back hit the cold tiles. He roughly kissed my lips, neck and breasts one after the other, then picked me up and thrusted into me as I wrapped my legs around his waist. He gripped my ass in his hands tightly as I squeezed center around him while pulling his head toward me to kiss him as he plunged in and out of me, both of us moaning in rhythm with his thrusts. He ripped the shower curtain off the bar and jumped out of the shower with me still connected to him. At vampire speed he had me on the bed then continued to barrel into me while he bent to suck my nipple into his mouth. My back arched "Bite me again." I begged. He obliged and I took his wrist pulling it up to my mouth I bit into him. Once we took our first pulls off of each other the Bond was reconnected. The burst of love I felt from him made my orgasm more intense than I've ever felt it before and after pulling away I said "Shit, Eric. It just gets better and better. I'll never get tired of you. I hope you don't get tired of me we have a lot more time now, you know." in a tired but teasing voice.
"I will never tire of you my Love." He said with conviction.
"Jag vet älskling… Jag älskar dig så jävla mycket." I said with a yawn snuggling into his side. (I know, honey… I love you so damn much.) "Tell me about everything that happened last night." I asked. He told me everything that Victor said and all that happened up until I made my appearance. I was about to tell him about what happen with me, but I was so tired the last thing I heard him say was...
"Jag älskar dig, mitt allt. Vila nu." as he stroked my cheek. (I love you, my everything. Rest now)
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I woke up the next afternoon. Eric was in the hidey hole and Amelia was sitting at the foot of my bed. For a second she looked like she was in downtime. She looked deep in thought so I kept out of her head.
"Hey Amelia." I said with a yawn.
"Hey Sweetie, how are you feeling? Got some liquid gold for you." she said as she extended a hot cup of coffee to me. I reached it and smelt how fresh it was.
"What are you psychic now? How'd you know when I'd be up, too have a hot cup waiting for me?" I asked with a questioning brow.
"No, silly… I brewed a fresh pot every hour until you did… I figured after sleeping for almost 12 hours you'd be up by now." She said in her chipper tone.
"12 hours?" I said more alert "Shoot, that long?" I sighed. Jesus Christ what a shitty friend I'm turning out to be… I promised Amelia and Sam that I'd visit with them today and the day is just about gone. Thinking of a quick solution I said "Amelia will you pack some stuff up to make breakfast and come with me to Sam's? I need to take a quick shower." while I got up to get ready.
"Sure thing." She replied hopping off my bed and marched towards the kitchen.
After a real quick shower and throwing on an old sundress I still had at Gran's I made my way out to the kitchen to help Amelia pack. Amelia being Amelia she was already done and everything was organized superbly in the shopping tote.
"Ready? I'll drive." She said taking the bag from me and my hand pulling me out to her car.
"Amelia, I'm sorry I had you worried last night." I said as we drove down the road towards Merlotte's.
"Don't worry about it Sook. I was just being a tad bit over emotional last night… well for the past month and a half anyway, I've been sick a lot too… mostly in the mornings. Besides Claudine told me everything that happened with you and Niall after I questioned her about having him rejected from the property." She babbled like she usually does. But she had the biggest grin I've ever seen on her and she was… glowing. As soon as my brain caught up with her words I realized what she was hinting at…
"Wait a minute! Your not?" I said as we pulled to a stop. Her big grin turned into a full blown smile as she bounced up and down in her seat. "AMELIA!" I screeched. Thanks Jesus we were at a stop light cause I lunged into her gripping her in a tight bear hug. "OH. MY. GOD! Congratulations!" I squealed in delight, with her. For a split second a horrific sadness passed through me at the realization that I would never have a child with Eric. Then reality set in reminding me that I never wanted kids anyway. I didn't want to raise any child in all this craziness that is my life, which is one of the main reasons I am able to commit myself fully to Eric.
My phone rang I looked to see who it was and saw that it was Eric. "Hey Honey, you're up early." pause "I'm fine really." pause "Amelia just gave me some good news, but I'll tell ya about it later okay? We're on our way to Sam's to see how he's doing." pause "You don't have to. I know you need to see Victor tonight. Just go on without me." pause "Alright, I love you too." I finished and hung up.
Amelia babbled on and on about baby names. I listened and laughed while she spoke excitedly about her arguing with Alcide about the names they both had chosen. She wanted Aradia for a girl and Lévi for a boy… they were famous witches from back in the day. Alcide wanted Jackson for a boy… he didn't even want to pick out a girl name 'cause it was inconceivable to him that they would have a girl.
"Sam." I called out as we entered his trailer.
"Hey Sook, Amelia." He answered hoarsely while getting up from the couch.
"How are you feeling today?" I asked pulling him into a hug.
"Much better thanks to you and your Vampire." He smirked. I suppressed an eye roll. I just plain give up with him and Eric antagonistic ways. No matter how much I correct them they just flat out refused to use each other's names. "Seriously, I can't thank you enough for finding me. I'd be dead for sure if you hadn't."
"Claudine helped you too." I corrected. He looked confused. "Oh, right you were passed out when she was here."
"Oh well I'll send her some flowers or… what do you get a fairy anyway?" he asked with his eyebrows furrowed. Looking at Amelia he asked "You got any pixie dust?" I laughed shaking my head. At least he didn't lose his sense of humor.
"You sit and rest. Can you eat?" I said making my way all 5 feet of it to the kitchen.
"Sure. My throat hurts still, but I think I can manage." He replied.
"Do you remember all that went on last night, Sam?" I said as Amelia and I got started on breakfast. I felt bad for asking after he painfully cleared his throat, but I needed to know. It was all still a mystery to me.
"Well after you disappeared that Vamp you were with came back to himself and everyone in the bar started to freak out at you poofing away, especially Arlene. She started spouting all kinds of trash about Vampires and what they've done to you. So I asked him to glamour everyone that was still in the bar at the time. He didn't want to until I said it was to protect you. Then I kicked everyone out and closed up. I went back into my office to call Amelia 'cause the way you disappeared I thought you just went to your house. I was worried sick when she told me you weren't there so I called Northman, but he didn't answer. I started to leave to look for you, but got stopped by the sound of a window breaking. When I went to look a little blonde Vamp attacked me and well… that's it. The next thing I remember was waking up and seeing you." he said.
Hours past we ate and I caught them up on everything that I had been through last night. Then I got a text from Eric.
Victor wants you here E. – he sent.
Ok, on my way – I replied. I said good bye to Sam telling him that I was summoned by the New King of Louisiana.
Amelia and I made our way back to the Farm house. We both stayed silent for the drive deep in thought. I was wondering what Victor wanted me there for. I was Eric's, but I haven't been involved in Vampire business lately. Amelia was thinking about her future and worried about being able to give Alcide a pup. Even though he swore up and down he didn't care if she couldn't, she knew he really wanted it. I shut her out and gave her, her privacy. We said good bye after I dressed in a more professional looking outfit I still had in the back of my closet.
As I made the 40 minute drive to Fangtasia I probed the Bond and Eric was calm and content so that eased my worry quite a bit. Then I remembered Felipe's and Victor's reaction to me last night both of them had that gazed dreamy look when the smelt me. I was about to walk into a bar full of Vampires… sure they all know me and feared Eric, but now that I'm pure Fairy… I was unsure of how they'd react. I suddenly stopped the car a block away from the club and began to hyperventilate at the realization that just hit. Shit! What if I can't be around Vampires anymore? Was Niall right? Was coming back going to 'cause my death? I forced myself to calm the eff down and centered myself. I chanted that I was going to be fine. That everything was going to be just fine. I prayed that I wouldn't smell like a pure Fairy to the Vampires. After I completely calmed myself enough to drive I started the engine and prepared myself for what I was about to face.
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EPOV
After rising early from feeling an excruciating sadness coming from Sookie, I called her to see what the matter was. "Sookie?" pause "Are you alright, my Love?" pause "Sookie, my bullshit meter…" I started I could just see her rolling her eyes as she interrupted me and I smiled into the phone. "Alright, I will wait for you to get back and we will go to Fangtasia together." Pause "Be careful, my Love. I know you are quite capable, you are still ever the magnet for trouble and I do not want to feel what I felt last night ever again. I love you." I chuckled as I felt her chagrin through the Bond. After hanging up I went into downtime and awaited the sun to set.
When I got to Fangtasia everyone was getting things set up to open for the night. I nodded to Pam (who looked furious) as I walked towards my office. She followed me as I entered and turned to face her. As soon as the door shut behind her she threw herself into my arms.
"Eric! I was so fucking worried about you." she whimpered as bloody tears streaked her beautifully made up face. "I couldn't feel you last night. If I didn't know you were still existing I would have gone completely mad and killed everyone in the fucking place." I pulled her away wiping the tears away.
"Pamela, you know I love you more when you are a bitch… stop all this nonsense immediately. I'm fine." I said sternly.
"Don't you ever do that to me again! Never shut me out you bastard!" she wailed punching me in the gut.
"That's my girl." I said proudly kissing her on the forehead. She smiled walking over to the mirror to fix her face.
"And Sookie? Heidi told me she disappeared last night. I still can't feel you by the way…" she scowled at me. I did an eye roll of my own and opened the bond to her.
Just then Victor entered. Pam and I bowed and both greeted him "Your Majesty."
"Splendid!" he gushed. Amusing I thought. "No need for formalities whilst we are in private. Viking, Pamela." He said taking a seat at the chair in front of my desk. "Will, your Mate not be joining us tonight?" he asked.
"No, Sookie is visiting with the Shifter Andre attacked last night." I answered.
"Ah… well get her as soon as you can Viking I would like to speak to the both of you…er… the three of you actually, seeing as Pamela is your second she should be here as well." he said. I quickly sent a text to Sookie.
"She will be here shortly, Victor." I said.
"Excellent." He said happily. "So Pamela, did the Viking tell you of the happenings last night?"
"No." she said bored, but I could tell she was interested and a little jealous she missed out on all the action.
As Victor regaled her I thought… Gods he was such a pussy. If he wasn't such a slimy and brilliant little fucker he wouldn't last very long as King. I have to give it to him though… the man does choose his protection well and is an excellent judge of character when it comes to loyalty in other Vampires. He had everything planned close to perfection he rivaled my own skills. The one thing he didn't count on was Andre. Of course everyone thought he'd perished along with Sophie-Anne, even Rasul thought he had met his final death. After he neared the end of his tale I felt Sookie closer. I had to hold myself still. I wanted to bolt out the door to her, sweep her up into my arms, fly her home, bite, fuck, and rub her all over me. Her smell is even more potent to my senses now. I suddenly felt a surge of panic come from her… I didn't feel a need for me so willed myself even more still. I promised her that I would not overreact and let her handle whatever she needs to on her own. When I felt her calm I relaxed and I was proud of myself, then I smiled internally.
When she entered the office the tantalizing smell of fairy was gone.
"Min älskade?" I asked with my eyebrows furrowed.
"I'm fine Eric. I'm actually great!" She replied with a relived smile. "Oh, good evening your Majesty." She said with an adorable curtsy to the Victor.
"Ah… Miss Stackhouse, good you are here. Let's get started shall we? I must be getting back to Nevada to make sure all is well." he said rising to offer Sookie his seat.
"Thanks." She said with a shrug. I nodded to Pam to get Victor another chair she rolled her eyes and went to get one.
"Yes… now to business. As I've already mentioned I am needed in Nevada. My child Jonathan will be Regent of Arkansas and I would love to offer you, Sheriff Northman the honor of Regent of Louisiana. I originally planned on commissioning one of my loyal subjects, but seeing as how you were key in my advancement…" he paused and chuckled "I thought I'd offer it to you first." He finished.
"As I have already told the late Queen I have no desire to run a state. I am quite satisfied with my position and little piece of Louisiana." I replied.
"Hmmm. I was afraid of that." He said with disappointment.
"Your Majesty, you are a good judge of character as am I… If you would like someone who is not only loyal, but also familiar with New Orleans and Area 1's dealings, I would suggest Rasul. He pretty much ran the area for the Queen after Rhodes." I said. Although Victor has shown himself as trustworthy, I still wanted all the Nevada Vampire's out of Shreveport.
"Wonderful suggestion Viking, but before we summon him. I have more business to discuss regarding the beautiful Miss Stackhouse…" I stiffened as did Sookie and Pam "…now going over your ledgers I see that the late Queen was draining your assets. I will cancel the out her 35% annual fealty payment and allow you to pay only 10% of your annual income if you allow Miss Stackhouse to work for me whenever there is a need for her." He said.
"That is a very generous offer, your Majesty." I said cautiously.
"Do not be weary, Viking I assure you I have no ulterior motives. I am in your debt after all and I feel this is a very fair trade… also a way to not cause a riff should any of the other sheriffs find out about this. I have a perfectly legal contract drafted by Mr. Cataliades, you trust him do you not?" he said as he handed the contract to me. I quickly scanned it and it was on the up and up and reiterated everything Victor has already said along with all of Sookie's stipulations and fees.
"Sookie?" I asked her.
"It's up to you, honey. If you think it's a good deal then take it." she replied. I waved her over and we both signed the contract.
"Excellent! Pamela, would you mind getting Mr. Rasul to join us darling." He said putting his contract, then giving Sookie and me both a copy of it.
Rasul entered and was offered the Regent position and gracefully accepted, requesting Heidi as his Second. I smiled at my friend. I thought I saw a connection with those two.
After everything was said and done. Victor took his leave. Sookie said good bye to Rasul and Heidi, before they left. I could see and feel that she was upset, but not sure why. I told Pam to take care of the club. So I can spend time with my Wife.
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SPOV
It made me sad to have to say good bye to Rasul again and to Heidi just as I started to like her. I was hoping she'd stick around. I didn't have a doubt that she would after she swore her fealty to Eric. You could never have enough good Vampires around, plus I was hoping to get to know her better. I could tell that Rasul had a thing for her and was happy for him that his feelings were reciprocated. I guess it the same no matter what or who you are. You always gotta follow your heart.
When Eric and I got home we quickly showered, then laid in bed cuddled together. He asked what happened to me last night, where had I gone, and what had me so upset today. I told him all about Felipe, my Spark, Niall ordering Claudine to fairynap me, the fight between Niall and me, and all that happened with Sam and Andre. He told me that he already knew about Andre and Sam... after smelling Sam, but seeing Andre. I told him about Amelia's good news, which I was truly happy for, yet still a tad bit saddened by (can ya blame me? I am a Human, well Fairy woman). Then with my panicking over the fairy smell which somehow managed to disappear sometime between last night and entering Fangtasia. I laughed as I replayed the hilarious scene with Maxwell Lee. How he held his hands up in a peaceful gesture that mirrored my memory of Niall and he laughed with me then finally ending with being sad by Rasul and Heidi leaving.
"So that is what you meant by we have a lot more time together?" He asked, but it was more of a statement. I smiled at him and kissed him gently. He rolled on top of me. "I have to say I am a bit sad that you lost the smell." He said.
"Well, you could always pretend it's still there. You do have an impeccable memory." I teased. With a growl he smiled a devious grin and kissed me voraciously. When I pulled away to get a breath he moved down to my breast and took turns sucking and nibbling on each of them. Then lower into my lily. "I really want you inside me, Eric." I panted as he came back up to my lips at the same time sliding his arm under left knee to hike up my leg to penetrate me. He moved in and out of me slowly and gently kissed me now. We made love for hours like this. Neither of us tired, only after hours of pleasure when Eric and I bit into each other we then reached our end.
I was thrilled beyond I anything I could ever imagine that I was now Eric's equal and that he considered me as one. His last words before the dawn took him was…
"Gone is the fragile human I fell in love with and only eternity to look forward to with my feisty Fairy that I will love and cherish for as long." I smiled and kissed him one last lingering kiss.
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A/N: I don't know I think I may have jumped the gun a bit…. Maybe this chapter should be the ending of Books 8 and 9? LOL…
Well whatever you want to call it I hope that ya'll enjoyed it anyhow PLEASE REVIEW!