20- Lawler POV
The shock on Sabastian’s face was what I had hoped to see. His shocked expression showed me that he didn’t know or even suspect that I had a child. I didn’t coddle him like I thought I had. “Who is your child?” His excitement of an heir to the throne is evident in his tone. “It is one of the boys, isn’t it?” “Indeed, it is.” “They couldn’t rule right way if something were to happen to you, so our Queen would rule until he came of age.” Talking to himself to understand everything, I slow him down. “Yes, that is correct. I am not planning on going dying for a long time. I wouldn’t mind retiring and taking Elnora on a world tour, though.” “You do that as a Mark gift. Take her on a trip of a lifetime.” “Good idea.” My mind immediately begins to organize a trip on its own as I con
21- Lawler’s POVArriving in Scotland, I headed directly to the Scottish Vampire Kingdom to announce my presence and state my business for being in town. The King and Queen were thrilled that I had chosen to purchase gifts from their land for my new Queen.Taking time from their day, they showed me all the beautiful things Scotland had to offer. A gesture that was unexpected and greatly appreciated. Before heading home, the King and Queen extended an invitation for Elnora and me to stay with them in their home when we returned for a visit as long as I sent a brief notice to prepare for us. Extending the same courtesy to them, I insisted that they would be welcome if they ever wanted to visit the Northern Kingdom.Finding a box, some tissue paper, and Sabastian’s stash of stationery, I head up into what will be Elnora’s room for the first few hours of being here. Trying to find the perfect spot to leave my gifts for my Queen was more chall
22- Lawler POV Waiting on the night to fall and everyone to slip into a deep slumber took what felt like centuries. When Elnora stepped out on the porch, she held two glasses of tea like always, slightly confused but eager to get to the porch. Announcing myself as I make my way to the spot next to her earns me a longing kiss filled by a sobbing embrace. “How much longer?” She asks me, “I have them moving on the Divorce. He went down there today and announced that you had vampire bites on your neck. He knows what they are. He just doesn’t know that it is our mark.” “Are they going to do it? Are they going to expedite the paperwork?” The desperate look in her eyes shatters my soul. “The amount of money riding on getting it done tomorrow will have them moving quickly.” I announce, “You are paying them to get it done faster?” Disbelief flooding her words. &ldqu
23- LawlerArriving back in the Kingdom, I head straight into town. I know who I am looking for, and I know they will get this job done for me. Usually, I am a very social King, and I stop and greet all my people as I walk through town. Today is not the case. They don’t take it personally when I have a day of seriousness; instead, they help me more. They urgently find things to do to help rectify the situation at hand, no matter their positions within our Kingdom, they do something to help.All the vampires in town make haste to remove themselves from the street when they see where my determined walk is heading. I can hear the whispers from behind closed doors as I pass by, and I ignore them all. Taking the front steps two at a time, I halt at the front door of the one man I know can help me. Lifting my fist, I pound on his front door. The new silence surrounding the town brings a refreshing feeling to my nerves. “Yeah, I’m
Chapter 24- King Lawler POV Stationing Leon with a case of cash inside detective Miller’s office was easy enough. Today, his job is to ensure that our paperwork gets done and hand over the cash when the papers are handed to him. It was his idea to bring the money with him. He said, “Money talks and will make things disappear and reappear when needed. I can bet that we will have the papers signed by nightfall.” Then he asked me for an additional Million to pay off whoever he needed to, to ensure no rock was left unturned. A request I granted without hesitation. The four of us waited for the detective to arrive at work and enter his office before announcing that we were there. “We had a chat yesterday, and I told you that I would have a vampire sitting in until we had the paperwork. I want to introduce you to Leon. He is our
Chapter 25- Lawler POVWe watch as Brogan gets in his car and heads into town for his day of work or to meet his mistress. A while later, we watch the kids fly off the porch into the street. Elnora sits on the porch, slightly off-color, with an ill appearance that has taken over her. “Theo,” I call in my mind link across the property, “Yes, sir” “Can you get a good look at Elnora’s mark?” “From my position, it looks red and inflamed, almost like it is infected. Can that happen?” He questions with worry. “No, it can’t. Stay hidden,” I remark as torrential rain comes.Stepping on the walkway just inside her gate, I look at the boys. Two of them know who I am instantly, and the third has a mixture of confusion and interest written on his face. I can hear them call for their mom. When she appears at the door, my eyes immediately go to her neck. Sure enough, it is swollen and infected.
Chapter 26- King Lawler POVThe strength and determination in Fulton’s words when he spoke, “You can come in,” were like lightning bolts. Entering the house, I moved to Elnora’s side. “Merrick, call the ambulance,” Theo barked orders from the porch. Without hesitation, Merrick did as he was told and made the call. Pulling Elnora’s hair back on her neck, I had a visual of the infection at hand. Leaning forward over the mark, I inhaled deeply to determine the extent of the illness and what the culprit was. “Do you have fresh garlic here?” My attention is turning to Fulton. “Yes, on the counter.” “Review last night, please, and see who used garlic last night.” At my words, Fulton hurried down the hall to retrieve his computer. We could all hear the distinct siren of
Chapter 27- King Lawler POV Nearly an hour has passed when I see Theo along the horizon with a door on his back. “You could have called me!” I growl as I take the door from his grasp. “I am competent. It isn’t like it is heavy.” “This door is around a hundred pounds.” “I am a vampire. A car is not heavy” He laughs as he walks onto the porch. “I can hold it on this side if you want to get the tools needed to repair it?” His voice cautioned, “Ask what it is you want to ask.” I encourage him as I lean the door against the house. “How is our Queen? She didn’t look well.” “She is okay. It looks like they may be coming home tonight. So, you will be able to meet her soon officially.” “Can I ask you something else?” “You may.” “Could I interview for a position on her guard? I know that only the
Chapter 28- King Lawler POVTaking careful steps towards the petrified Mistress, I circle behind her. “It would seem that you have just witnessed what Brogan’s son’s think of the situation.” The woman has nearly jumped out of her skin at the sound of my voice behind her. “Who are you? What do you want?” “I think you may know who I am.” I insist while looking in on the child, she has just birthed. “I don’t know who you are. You need to leave.” “I am the one who your husband bargained with. You know all that money that had been added to your account. It didn’t come from him.” “I don’t understand.” The goosebumps all over her arms tell me she had an idea of what it could have been but was never told the truth of what lengths he went through to get the money. “Who do you think I am?” I ask, walking closer to her. “A vampire,” her whispe