ROMANCE: Claimed By The Forbidden Vampire (Alpha Male Paranormal Shifter Menage Romance) (Werewolf Vampires Interracial Pregnancy Novel) (11 page)

Chapter 27

The Disappearance

Declan did not leave her side. He prayed that she would recover. To the left of her was Johnny. He seemed to be recovering nicely.

I want to sock him, thought Declan. He is unconscious so it wouldn’t bother him if I hit him while he is asleep. Declan blamed him for everything. He was nothing but trouble. He knew it wasn’t really his fault but just wanted someone to blame. He cried softly. He hated seeing Isabella like this. She seemed so quiet and so close to leaving him. He loved this woman and did want to part with her. He sat on the edge of her bed and held her hand.

“Is, don’t leave me. I need you. I want to start a life with you. I want little rugrats of us. I want them to have my eyes and yuh beautiful locks. Yuh can’t leave me like this, bonnie.” He removed some stray hairs from her face and kissed her forehand. “I believe yuh have more fight in ya, love. You can take on the big, bad creature inside of ya. I need you to. I need you here. You know how hard it is for me to love after her. I need you love. Come back to us.” She didn’t respond. She lay in the bed lifeless.

Jacinta’s uncle came through the door. They exchanged pleasantries and then he told Declan that she had a 50% chance of coming out of the coma. He said that he would take his chances on her waking up and walking out of the make-shift hospital.  He smiled at Declan’s hope and courage and he too wanted to see her come out of this. He patted his shoulder and left them alone again.

“I just wanted to say sorry for all the pain that I have caused.” Declan noticed that Johnny was awake and just when he was close to punching him. He was so disappointed for letting that opportunity go to waste.

“You know, if you weren’t here, none of this would have happened. Is would be fine, you would be dead and we would all be happy.”

Johnny looked perturbed. He was shocked to hear what Declan was saying

“Look, I had nothing to do with this. I was just trying to play my part and the creature found me. I was just trying to help.”

“See, here’s the thing you wanker. People wanna believe yuh, ya? But you come off as a stinker and just a piece of scum. No one likes someone who has a reputation of being dishonest and you seem to be such a person. No one in this house even respects you because you would sell out the pack for your own gain.” Declan looked at him with utter disdain. He had the most respect for whatever thing attacked him. It almost made him not want to kill the creature. He groaned knowing that they needed Isabella to be alive in order to do so. He looked worried.

“I am sorry for snapping after you like that. I just love her and I don’t know what to do. I don’t think you are that bad. Just misguided and you remind me a lot of myself growing up,” Johnny put on a fake smile as he continued, “if you could just let more people see the real you then maybe people would actually like and respect you. You put up too many walls, mate and the funny thing is persons who are smart enough see through them. So it doesn’t make much sense to pretend anyways.”

He sighed. Declan was such a fool, he thought. “I guess you are right. Maybe I need to be myself more often.” Declan walked up to him and tapped his shoulder. Johnny winced in pain. Declan apologized.

“Sorry about that mate. Maybe I should leave the room. Is isn’t waking up for now and you need some rest.” He was about to leave when he turned around and looked at him, “Say when you get better and Is is also better, maybe we can go to a pub and grab some lagers, just us mates? Waddya say?”

He kept up his fake smile, “Sounds like fun,” he replied.

“I’m glad to hear it.” He then left the room. When he was gone, he thought that he would vomit in his mouth. He would never drink with a vampire. He had to pretend to be nice. This was all a part of his plan and everything was going well. He relaxed in the bed enjoying the peace and quiet. He looked at Isabella. It was shame that she was unconscious but event worked in his favor. He began to bide the time thinking about what would happen after he succeeded. He then began to drift off into a deep sleep.

He woke up and realized that he had regained some mobility in his arms. He was happy. He smiled. He was another day closer to his plan. There was a knock on the door. Jacinta entered the room. She was suspicious of him.

“Hi, you look lovely today,” he said in an attempt to begin flirting with her.

“Knock it off,” she said. She was not having this crap today.

“I only speak the truth dear and you do look quite lovely. You are absolutely glowing! Say, you wouldn’t happen to be pregnant for anyone, would you?” She remained very quiet. She was a day late but was waiting until the end of the week to freak out. Her cycle was normally very weird and she couldn’t really trust it.

She knew, however, that he was just diverting the attention onto her to avoid answering the question.

“Seriously, what are your intentions here, Johnny?”

Johnny pretended to be shocked, “Really? That’s no way to talk to your ex-fiancé, love.” He smiled. She groaned. She really dodged a bullet by not marrying him.

“Look as soon as you get out of here, I’m going to personally put you back in,” she paused for a moment, “or better yet, I am going to kill you.”

“I still love you, Jacinta.” He blew kisses to her. She was not impressed.

“Oh, please. The only person that you love is yourself.”

“Ouch! That stung!”

“Good because that was the point.” She then ignored him and headed to Isabella.

“Isa, it’s me Jacinta. I hope you are ok,” she said as she squeezed her hand. She also hoped that she would wake up. It was scary watching her go out like this. Plus, she was one of her bridesmaids.

“Look, if you are doing this because the dresses are hideous, you can come back now. The dresses are actually gorgeous and well I miss you,” she was close to tears.

“Come here and let me wipe those tears off of you.”

“Screw you, Johnny.”

“Oh please do,” Jacinta rolled her eyes at him. Anthony then entered the room. He mentally groaned. He was now at Jacinta’s side and kissed her cheek. He held her tightly.  Seriously? What does she see in him? He thought.  He watched make out and began to make sounds. He felt like he could wretch.

“Knock it off yuh wanker!” shouted Anthony.

“Make me ‘yuh bloody Leprechaun’” he said taunting Anthony. Anthony was ready to fight. He lunged at him but was stopped by Jacinta.

“You know this is your bloody fault! Had you not gone and aggravated the dam creature, we would be fine! You just come alone everyone’s life, yea? And make a mess of it. I swear when you are out, I’m gonna fix ya, good and proper,” Anthony said as he began to crack his knuckles.

“Get in line, babe,” said Jacinta. They were both furious at him. He kissed her.

“Could you be more attractive right now?” She kissed him.

“Visiting hours are over. Can you two take that outside?”

“Not on your life.” They proceeded to make out in front of him. He let out a huge groan.

“I get it. You two are happy. Great! Good for you!” he said sarcastically.

Anthony grabbed Jacinta’s ass in front of him. Jacinta jumped up a bit surprised by what he had just done.

“You know, I find it a bit suspicious that you are here. What is your game plan?” asked Anthony.

“I have no tricks up my sleeve. I am just here to heal.”

“Well, hurry up and get out of this house because no one wants you here.” He wrapped his arm around Jacinta. He then faced Isabella.

“Is, we are rooting for ya. We know you can pull through. We love you so come back to us.” They then walked out of the room.

As soon as they left, Jacinta’s uncle entered the room. He conducted a few tests on Johnny and was impressed by the results.

“You seem to be healing quite nicely. You will be out of here in no time.” He smiled. Not only was he glad that his patient was healing quite rapidly but was glad that Johnny would be out of the house. Johnny sensed this but played along.

“Thanks, doc. I really do appreciate all that you have done for me.”

“You should be able to walk out of here in a couple of weeks. But from the looks of it, it might even be sooner.” He then proceeded to walk out of the room. That was just perfect. He couldn’t wait. His plan was still in effect.

The doctor was right. As days progressed, he got better and better. He regained motion in his arms and legs. His broken ribs were healing quite nicely. His face was no longer bruised and he appeared to be back to his original, handsome self. He got a glimpse at himself in the mirror and smiled. Yes, he was making quite a comeback. He stared at Isabella who was beside him She looked so lifeless. She was alive but yet no motion. He was concerned but knew that she was a fighter and would come around. He began playing chess and Sudoku and kept him mind active while he waited to be fully healed.  He was so drawn to Isabella’s exotic beauty. She deserved a good man in her life. One that won’t bite her and drain her. One who could treat her like the queen she was. One who would shower her with gifts and love and affection and would be able to handle her outside and inside of the bedroom. He smirked a little when he thought of them together. She would be amazing to have. Even for ten minutes. He began to get hard just thinking about it. He just wanted to have her now even while she was unconscious. But, no he would not force himself upon her. He wanted to hear her beg for him and want him and only him. He wanted to masturbate but now was not the time. He would do so later that night.

The night sky had fallen upon them. He was ready to play with himself. He then remembered that this was not part of his plan. He got up from the bed and checked around the house. He realized that no one was home. He smiled to himself. Now he can strike. He leaned over to Isabella and removed the IV drip and EKG from her chest. He then lifted her over his shoulder gently and smiled to himself. What fools! He thought. He saw that the window leading to the outdoors was open. He managed to carefully go through the window with Isabella and left the house without a trace.

Chapter 28

The Deal

“Where am I?” Isabella woke up and realized that she was alone in the forest. She was tied tightly to a tree and she seemed to be all alone. She tried to physically free herself from the restraints but was unable to do so. She then tried to use her powers but those seemed to fail her too.

She sighed. She couldn't escape. The forest was dark and bleary. There must be a way out of this.

“Help! Someone help me!” she cried out as she still fought against the restraints. It was apparent that this was her end. She was destined to die in the forest. Then there was a rustling in the bushes. Her attention was fixed on the shadow that was moving towards her. She held her breath expecting the worst.

“Hey! No need to scream out like that, beautiful.” His gaze was fixed on her as he smiled cunningly. Oh! He could have his way with her! She looked so lovely and helpless. His eyes took in the view. He stared at her ample bosoms and feminine curves which even showed up in the gown. He wanted to have her. He wanted to taste her. He slowly walked up to her and began caressing her face. She flinched showing her disapproval. He laughed.

“You know, you should be thanking me for taking you out here.”

She looked at Johnny as though he was insane. He did this to her against her will! Why should she thank him? She wanted to kill. She knew that she was powerful enough to do it and yet, she couldn't.

“What did you do to me?”

He remained silent. As he stared at her, he was trying to figure out which aspect was more attractive: her unlimited power or her desperation. It didn't matter. He would take her anyway he could.

“Oh? This?” He said as he pointed to the ropes that held her tightly to the tree, “these are enchanted ropes. Once they make contact with the skin, they begin to drain the powers from a supernatural.” He continued to look at her like she was a piece of meat. She was greatly repulsed by his glances. “You see, I know that you have trouble controlling your powers so I decided to help you out.”

She looked at him trying to make sense of the situation.

“If it drains the powers of super naturals, then how were you able to tie me?” she asked.

He looked pleased. She clearly was giving him too much credit. “Clearly, It wasn't me, sweetie.”

He stepped to the side. Now, she was afraid. The creature growled at her and then became quite calm. It was silent for a moment. She was lucky that she was still alive but found it quite odd that the creature was suddenly so stable.

“Oh? Are you surprised by its behavior? It used to be a man once upon a time. Till your kind or, should I say half of your kind, decided to trap the man in the body of a beast. He is also trapped in the forest which was just an additional way of him atoning for his sins. Now, here is where you come in. We need you to break the curse and let him become a human again.”

She looked at him in astonishment. “Why would I help you with this? If I remove the curse, then he would only go after me and Declan and even your kind.” The creature grunted and began looking for a place to sit. He then sat down and made himself comfortable.  Johnny cracked his knuckles and continued with unwavering confidence.

“He promised me that he wouldn't go after any of us. All he wants to do is to be free. I believe in your potential, Isabella and I know that you are the right person to do this. Also, if you don't, I will make sure to bring Declan here and let him see the true power of this creature for himself...” He smiled at her maliciously

“No! You can't do that! You can't make me do that!” She once again tried to break free but she couldn't.

“Isabella, darling, resistance is futile…and deadly. Because I admire you so much, I will give you some time to think about it.” He caressed her face once more. She turned her face away.

“Now I see why the wolves hate you so much.” There was complete disdain in her voice.

He laughed at her statement, “People hate and fear what they can't control, Isabella. I will give you two days to make a decision. If you still haven't made a choice after that, then I will choose for you.” He smiled, gently tapped her face and left. Isabella hung her head. She knew that she wasn't the best at making life-changing decisions.