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Chapter 17
Chapter seventeen
"How much did Adrian actually tell you?" If he wanted to know about me, I had to give him what he wanted but it didn't mean that I couldn't be cautious of my wording and how much I gave away of that specific information.
"Just enough that I would welcome you in but not to the point it fixed my insatiable hunger for knowledge about what you are. " He smiled, his lips curling into somewhat of a snarl, the corner of his eyes pulled up. "So tell me what exactly in you will they use to solve the issue? Will you be used as some sort of sacrifice?"
Tensing up next to me, Isaiah noisily dropped his fork onto the plate before turning fully to Francis. "No one is anyone's sacrifice." His tone stern and it surprised me that he actually meant it. It had me wondering if he really didn't know what I'd have to give up, he couldn't be this naive or oblivious to the truth.
A shrill laugh echoed through the hall,
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"So Evan, you would pick Evan." He pressed on, trying to squeeze more out of me.I didn't respond and he took that as all the answers he needed.Glancing over at Isaiah his eyes didn't hold any malice to them but more so of understanding as if he wouldn't have even dared me to change my mind, he shot me a slantwise smile before casting his eyes downwards."I hope I haven't caused a rift between the both of you?" There was a slight twinkle in his eyes, as they wavering from me to Isaiah and back again."No." Remaining in my same position, my eyes searched for his until they both were locked in. "Because we both know that I'd die before I let anything bad happen to him, so all you did was to only push me to admit my feelings more. Something that I was struggling with before, but now I've come to realize professing what you feel doesn't make you weak, or easier for others to berate. It means your strong
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Chapter eighteenThe weight of the bed shifted and that familiar scent filled my nostrils once again before I opened my eyes I knew who it was."Alexis, are you awake?" His lips grazed my ear and chills trickled down but in the most perfect way. Even with my eyes shut I could sense he knew I was awake because he chuckled, the deep vibrato echoing, a sudden kiss landed on my lips and my eyes instantly flew up immediately making eye contact with his piercing ones. "I knew you weren't sleeping."Everything about Isaiah made me feel so warm that when I was around him, nothing could dampen it. That was the effect he had on me. And I was soon beginning to wonder if that was such a good thing? If a situation arose that I would have to make a tough decision between him and the world, who would I choose?We were close, really close. I could hear everything and more; his heartbeat stable and steady slightly soothing me, his
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"Why? Is there anything to be nervous about?"Smiling, he shook his head. "No, of course not. Not while I'm here." Again he paused. "So where do you want me to take you on your first date? I was thinking the Bahamas, maybe New York."I knew he wasn't being serious, yet it was still fun to think about the life we could have when everything became right again. "How will we get there Isaiah?" Deciding it was in my best interest to play along with him, entertaining the thought of something that could never be."I don't know, maybe, jet or we can swim or walk. Your choice." He smirked and for the first time in a long time I felt a genuine laugh come out of me, it felt so alien to my ear but I knew it was mine. Even Isaiah seemed taken aback but his smirk slowly turned into a smile."I think we should walk. I could get the exercise.""Nonsense. You're perfect the way you are, the way G
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****Commencing our way down the burgundy red carpeted stairs, I could feel all the people underneath burning their gazes into me, curiosity mostly but some mal intentions behind some.The party was already undergoing, the blinding flashing lights cluttered the place, the blaring music, bodies of people dressed in their finest ball gowns that some couldn't afford in a lifetime, paraded around, dancing and having the time of their short lives. Food stations and service were designated from what I could tell strategic places, one station near the ice sculpture of a girl and a boy dancing. Maybe to others, it was just two figures dancing. But I could read the double meaning behind that and that nagging feeling soon reappeared.Landing on the actual hard, polished floor felt completely relaxing. Having others spectate and watch you wasn't all too amusing or fun.Another body crashing me into a tight hug, separating me
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Chapter twentyThe surge of the car, shoots me forwards, waking me up. Whatever influences or drugs I was under began to slowly waste away, but that groggy, lingering feeling was hard to dispel. Another bump of the vehicle forced me to grip onto my senses and surroundings.My eyes opened, Zee and Adrian sat in front, both passed out and unresponsive. Clearly under the same influence as I was. Two soldiers sat in between them. Events that previously occurred flashed through and it seemed like we were in a lot of trouble.Without a second thought, I lunged for the nearest soldier but balance wasn't really on my side, and before I could even make my way to him, arms wrapped around my waist, dragging me back to my seat."Calm down, Alexis. You need to calm down." Following the voice, my eyes locked with Isaiah. He looked tired but not more injured than he previously was. Did he not put up a fight? Had he
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****The architecture of the building threw me off my feet a little. The sturdy bricked mansion had that rustic, modern feel towards it. Vines wrapped around the framework whilst even further than that masses of trees and vegetation surrounded it. Windows were placed where it would be most appropriate. And the big grey double doors drew me in more. This was HQ and I'd be lying if I said it wasn't slightly beautiful. Still, I was expecting it to be more high-tech but I guess it seemed proper for this sort of house to be in the countryside. I suspect acres of land hide behind the mansion's big frame."It's beautiful, isn't it?" Isaiah's eyes flashed towards mine. "Makes me remember all my memories of this place again.""This is where you lived?"He nodded. "For a majority of my life, yes."We all were making our way towards the door, I could feel my heart rate quicken, I was being
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We didn't utter a word, just remained looking at each other."I'll give you two some privacy. Alexis," In my peripheral vision I could see his body turning fully to mine yet I couldn't seem to tear my eyes off Isaiah to fully concentrate on him. "Your vitals look good. And we've deliberated you're ready. They'll call you soon, any moment from now. Just don't fall asleep, we need you fully alert. And Alexis, good luck. I'll be in there with you." With that he took his abrupt leaving, gently closing the door shut.It must have escaped my mind when Isaiah even came in. What these agents were capable of doing, shocked me.Again we remained staring at each other. Secretly I was hoping he didn't yet know the outcome and what I had to do, it would break me seeing him broken."I should have known they'd pull something like this. I should have protected you, Alexis. It's all my fault. I'm so sorry." Quickly,
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