Chapter 40 Vacation to ItalyKie and Raven sat across from each other, sipping wine and gazing into each other's eyes. Their romantic dinner was the perfect setting to rekindle the flame that had burned bright for so many years.As they savored the last bites of their meal, Kie reached for Raven's hand. "You know, now that the kids are off at college, I think we deserve a break. A real break. Just the two of us."Raven's eyes sparkled with excitement. "I'd love that! Where did you have in mind?"Kie's smile grew sly. "Italy. Land of love, art, and delicious food. We can explore the countryside, hold hands in Rome, and make memories that'll last a lifetime."Raven's heart skipped a beat. "That sounds incredible. the land of Love! When do we leave?"Kie chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "How about next week? We can spend two weeks indulging in la dolce vita."Raven moans, the sound barely above a whisper. "I can't wait!"And with that, the two lovebirds clinked their glass
Chapter 41 Trouble"Who was that Raven demanded as the door slammed shut. "Nobody!" he said annoyed. "Then why are you upset? she asked he didn't even notice the sexy lingerie she was wearing. He walked past her and out to the balcony for a smoke. His mind raced as he phones the lobby for some drinks to be brought up with a platter of fresh fruit ASAP!. But before he could end the call there was another knock on the door, this time Raven answered it. The girl smiles and says something in Italian that she doesn't understand, and then Kie calls her to join him out on the balcony, Raven realizes she is there for his daily feeding.. and he only does this when he is upset, he normally feeds from his own personal feeders.She mind-links with him *We need to talk* but he doesn't respond she waits for hours and nothing...She lays in the soft bed and falls asleep exhausted from jet lag and the drama earlier. Raven woke up to the sound of Kie's gentle whispers in her ear. "My love, I'm
Chapter 42 Home She was not ready for this nor did she want it. The taxi arrives to take her to the airport, She Quickly booked her flight home from her laptop. She opened the door to leave, when she saw her standing there. In a heavy Italian accent, she yells "Kieran Mine!" Raven had never known this much anger in her entire life and all of a sudden there were sharp pains in her upper jaw, the room had turned red. And one word escaped her mouth "MINE! and a very loud Hiss!! She wanted to kill this woman! Raven saw fear in the woman's eyes as she slammed the door in her face. She just stood there for a moment trying to figure out what had just happened when her fingers went to her mouth that's when she knew.. She pricked her finger on her razor-sharp fangs. Raven's eyes widened in shock as she stared, first at the blood on her finger, then at the door she had just slammed shut. The realization hit her like a ton of bricks: She had grown fangs. And with that, a primal in
Chapter 43 Raven's AngerBella calls worried "Mom are you ok?" "I'm ok sweetheart." she lies. "Mom? Matt had a vision. We know what's going on. do you need us to come back home?""No, we will work it out somehow, I don't know, but your studies are important," Raven tells her.Mom, have you talked to Dad yet? silence........"Mom, he loves you this woman means nothing to him, she wants him but he doesn't want her, he never did." Raven just listens.. "She has an obsession with Dad like Shade has with you mom, it's one-sided and sinister."Just as she hung up the phone Kie busted through the door with vampire speed he grabbed her and in seconds they were upstairs and he slammed the bedroom door behind them, Lucas started to run after his sister but Lyra stopped him, "He won't hurt her, they need time to talk Lucas," she says. "If he lays one finger on her, I'll kill him!!" Lucas threatens. Kie tries to kiss her and she Hisses, showing him a full set of lethal fangs! "Oh Shit!" he s
Chapter 44 Niklaus puts an End to the Madness"Hello my princess," Niklaus says to Lyra "How is Raven doing?" "Not well Daddy, You have a way with her, I was hoping it would help". Niklaus has a booming voice that vibrates the walls, so Raven knew he was here before he walked in.. "Hello beautiful!" he smiles. "I hear you have joined our ranks," he leans in to kiss her forehead."Raven's eyes narrowed, her gaze fixed on Niklaus as he entered the room. She could feel his presence, his power, and it both intimidated and intrigued her."Hello, Niklaus," she said, her voice neutral, trying to hide her unease.Niklaus's smile widened as he approached her. "Ah, my dear, you are a vision of loveliness as a vampire. I must say, I'm impressed." Kie is a lucky man.Raven's expression turned cold as Niklaus mentioned Kie. "I'm still trying to forgive him, Niklaus," she said, her voice icy. "He lied to me, kept secrets from me... and now I don't even want to look at him."Niklaus's expression t
Chapter 45 Honeymoon on the Islands The kids come home for the holidays Raven, Lyra, and Lacy are busy in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal to die for.. the music is playing and they are dancing up a storm in there Kie, and Brent sit at the bar with drinks watching.. with smiles on there faces Matt, Bella, and Karma are busy putting up decorations.They added the table extensions so that it seated 16 the meal was perfect, they ate till they were stuffed and then retired to the den to watch a movie, Brent went out to have a smoke and Matt followed him "How's things at college?" Brent asked. "To be honest, it's really good, I thought it would be harder," Matt says."Any more visions? he got silent. Brent just asked him.. Dude be honest with me it was me you saw die? or was it Lyra?" when he mentioned her name his eyes shot up to meet Brents and he knew. Brent's eyes widened in shock, his voice barely above a whisper. "It was Lyra, wasn't it? You saw her die in your vision."Ma
Chapter 46 Burial at SeaWhile they relaxed on the beach after an awesome day of adventures. Their maid served them their Island wine. Lyra sips and moans with delight. "Thank you love, This trip is all I dreamed it would be." she smiled at him, but then something moved in the bushes as they turned to look, They laid eyes on a frail figure trying to run, but falling every few steps.The girl, barely more than a teenager, stumbled towards them, her eyes sunken and her skin pale. "Please... help me," she begged, collapsing in the sand.Lyra rushed to her side, cradling her in her arms. "What's wrong? Are you ok??"The girl's eyes locked onto Lyra's, her voice barely audible. "I'm... pregnant. R-Running from... him. He'll kill me... and take my baby!." she screams... heavy in labor pains. Lyra got Brent to carry her to their bed."Do you want me to call someone? or an ambulance?" she asked."NO!!! Please don't!" she said as another pain hit her.The young girl had been on the run for m
Chapter 47 Karma's TransformationThe sun was shining bright as Bella, Matt, and Karma walked through the front door, exhausted but exhilarated from their spring break adventures. They had spent the last week in the Alps, skiing and having the time of their lives.As they dropped their bags in the entryway, Karma turned to everyone with a mischievous grin. "Guys, I have a secret to share. There's a reason I wanted to come home before going back to college."Bella and Matt exchanged curious glances. "What is it?" Bella asked, her eyes sparkling with intrigue.Karma's grin grew wider. "I want to become a vampire, a Hybrid, like you guys."Matt's eyes widened in shock. "Whoa, Karma, that's huge!"Bella's expression turned thoughtful. "But why? You're amazing just the way you are." "I don't want to be different from my family anymore." Karma's face lit up with determination. Just then, Raven walked into the room, a hint of a smile on her face. "What's all the excitement about?"Kar