Episode 6

Shawn’s POV

I clenched my fists when I saw the bloody scene in front of me. I’ve been feeling anxious since this morning so I hurriedly finished some tasks to check on Katherine.

But never in my life did I ever wished to see this kind of scene.

Her hands and feet were tied while she’s being pinned on the bed. I tried to avoid my eyes when I realized that she’s also *****. While the man on top of her seems to enjoy his time sucking her blood. He could kill her any minute if he won’t stop.

“STOP IT!” I yelled and charge on him.

I forcefully pull him up and give him a blow on his face. He did not anticipate it so he was not able to dodge my fist. I did waste no time, I kicked his leg. I’m still not satisfied, I pull him up again and choke him. My nails grew few inches and I used them to make him bleed.

I held him on the air before throwing him away. He may regenerate soon but I have to untie and dress this poor lady first.

“Shawn,’ she softly murmured.

I pursed my lips. I failed to protect her again.

Its making me furious. I tried to control myself while facing Katherine. Her body won’t stop trembling. I pick up the blanket that was thrown on the floor to cover her.

I wrap my arms around her while mumbling ‘ I’m sorry.’

She silently cry on my embrace.

On my peripheral view, I saw a figure standing behind. I immediately leap few meters away. I won’t let him touch Katherine again or I’ll despise my self.

He grits his teeth while glaring at me. I’m contemplating whether to run or to fight when he swiftly leaped towards us. I jumped over the window leading him outside to the wild forest.

I have to run for now considering Katherine’s condition. At least, I have to make sure that she’s safe before fighting him.

He keep on charging like a wild boar and I have to keep up with his speed to dodge. He honestly have a greater speed ability than me. If he caught us by chance, I doubt if I would be able to fight on par with him.

“Don’t bother her anymore. She’s not someone you should mess with!” I shouted as I keep on dodging his attack.

Katherine is holding on my shirt tightly while closing her eyes.

“Who are you to tell me what to do? I get what I want and I want her!” He shouted back and increases his speed.

“Shit!” I cursed under my breath when he made it ahead of us. Aside from his speed, his agility is not bad.

Its true that his abilities are far better than the rest. But who would have thought that this guy is alive? I wave my thoughts away and turn around to an opposite direction.

He might be faster and stronger but I knew him since he was born. I know how he handle things following his instincts. After all, he’s my little brother.

Flashback

-several decades ago-

Its the night when the strongest vampire killer, Kiera Natasha- which is also known as the golden witch and the the vampire prince, Seth turn the world upside down. Those two are the strongest in the history of vampires and kiera. Nobody knows the reason of their burning hatred to each other. It is given that vampires and kiera are mortal enemy but other than that, they seemed to fight over something else.

It was a remarkable night when the vampire royals and the high ranking kiera even tried to stop the two from fighting. Unfortunately, no one can even lay a finger on these two, causing a huge numbers of casualties in both vampires and kiera.

They fought for several days nonstop, wrecking the vampire castle, turning everything into chaos.

I was told by my father to ran away that night. Father was part of the vampire royal and had to fight.

I ran to the south with my little brother. With my injuries, I had to carry his unconscious body. He was sick for months and no one can help him recover but we were told that he’s still alive.

It was few days later while we were camping in the midst of the forest when a man in a cloak took him away. I was useless then since he effortlessly took my brother in front of me.

Instead of pursuing the southern part, I went back to the castle and found out that the war was over. Everything was destroyed. Witness’ claims that it was a victory for the vampires since most of the kiera were killed. But no one knows where the vampire prince and the golden witch had gone to. The battle ended with a blast and a blinding light. It was few days later when the survivors woke up and found that the fight between the two races ended. Nobody could exactly tell what happened as the two who caused the war were nowhere to be found.

My father survived and the other vampire royal family as well. They rebuild the castle and send orders for the other vampires to follow the sacred vows. Since the vampire prince was gone, not everyone took the order seriously. Some clan rebelled against the vampire royal. This cause havoc within the vampire races, until the new prince is found, this mess won’t be resolved.

Kil was never found since then. Until recently, when father found some clues about the remnant of the vampire prince- having a daughter with the golden witch, I was assigned to take care of that said daughter, Katherine. Then I found my brother preying on her. As to what happened after he was abducted, I have no idea yet. I was ordered not to tell him the truth about his identity until we find out who’s behind his abduction.

 End of flashback

I’m older than him so it will hurt my pride being defeated. I increased my speed and keep on making turns to avoid his sight. Its a also a good thing that the trees are huge in this forest.

Its just a matter of time until I lost him.

He’s stubborn and he won’t easily give up but I can’t let him have the ace. Katherine might be the key to eliminate the threat so I must protect her. Of course, I have my personal reasons too.

I heave a sigh when I reached the open. I’m not surprised to be back at the house where we just came from. I wanted to blame my poor sense of direction but I rather stay cool than admitting that I’m stupid.

“Shawn? Why are we back?” Katherine asked when she noticed that we’re back to the house.

“It’s okay. You have to get dress properly for now.” I told her and smile gently. I want her to feel safe with me.

“Don’t worry. I won’t let him hurt you again.” I added.

I walk inside the house and put her down the coach.

“Stay here, I’ll prepare your bath,” she nodded.

Since Kil is indeed my brother I think I know to control him. I should give it a shot.

After preparing a warm bath for Katherine, I look for her change of clothes.

“Maybe its better if she could choose what she wanted to wear.” I said to myself, not knowing what exactly type of clothes she needs.

“AAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!”

I hurriedly went back to living room when I heard a loud scream.

“Katherine!” I called her. It was Kil again. He followed us back here.

He’s just standing at the door and glaring at her. She must be traumatized.

“Calm down!” He yelled, raising his both hands.

I walk closer to Katherine, not taking my eyes off him in case he try to do something.

“If you try to do something again, I won’t spare you,”I warned him.

“I won’t. Just let me stay with her,” he said calmly.

What does this brat wants now?

I shake my head and walk towards him. I grin before reaching out for his neck to bite him.

He was so shocked that he was not able to move.

I just planted some poison on his body. Its possible since I have that ability. I can transmit poison through biting the target, it comes with a restriction. Anyone who does not follow the restriction will suffer such terrible pain. This restriction will only break once the transmitter permits it or if the target has the same ability and if its in greater level.

This is not an ability that any vampire could get. It has something to do with the secrets of the vampire royal.

“W-what did you do?” Katherine asked, confused.

“Hmm, don’t worry. He won’t be able to hurt you again,” I smiled and she just look at me.

I let go of Kil and pat her head. She did not say anything. I sigh, I need her to trust me so I should tell her.

After a brief explanation, Katherine went to bath herself.

I remember that I have to do something important so I have to leave.

I waited until she’s done to bid good bye.

“Shawn,” I raise my head. She’s done with her bath, she also changed her clothes.

“Do you need anything?” I asked, gesturing her to have a seat.

“Uh, I need to stay away from him.” She said looking at the unconscious man on the floor.

Sigh.

“He won’t hurt you nor force you to do anything again. In fact, if I’m not here he could protect you.” I know that its too much for her to stay with this man but I rather have him on our side than being his enemy.

“He won’t force me?” She whispered.

I get up from my seat and kneel in front of her. I cupped her face and look ta her in the eyes. Her eyes are enchanting and I almost forgot, I look away.

“I understand what you feel. But if we can get him in our side, it will be better than fighting him. the poison should work by now. Once he’s awake, he won’t dare to hurt you.” She smiled hearing what I said.

“Hmm.”

I was caught off guard for a bit. It must be just my imagination. I’m thinking too much.

Well, Kil is still unconscious. I’m quite confident with my ability so he could be her guardian for now.

I’ll leave after he’s up. After all, I need to make sure that the restriction works on him before leaving Katherine.

Someone’s POV

“Sir, we found the whereabouts of the woman you’re looking for.” I turn my head to face my assistant. If what he is is true then its a good news.

“Great! Where is she?” I asked, looking at his back, anticipating that he brought her along.

My assistant looked away, “ She’s currently under the protection of Shawn Vascille.”

*THUMP!!*

It suddenly makes me irritated. “That Shawn is indeed a pain in the ***! You should get that woman no matter what! If you have to do all means to eliminate that annoying Vascille kid, then do it!” I ordered him.

I should get that woman. If the information I obtain is true, then I should have her.

“Yes sir.”

The Vascille family is one of the strongest among the vampire royal. It is undeniable that their family is second to the royal family. Thus, they became the part of the vampire royal. The head of their family is the one who’s currently leading the vampire world. Thought their family is the most powerful ever since the vampire prince disappeared, many tribes opposed them and started to rebel.

That woman is the only immortal who’s pure and sacred. I’ll be more powerful if I have her by my side.

Katherine, you must be mine before anyone else.

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