The Vampire and His Fairy

The Dragon

(Kataya P.O.V.)

William lead me from my room towards The Dragons private chambers, to say that I was scared was an understatement, my heart was pounding I could hear it in my ears. It felt like we had walked for hours yet I knew it was a short walk from the level where my chambers were. We entered a large cavern like chamber I snapped my head down when I realized this was The Dragon’s chambers, I was a slave and knew my place this was something I knew well, I could tell that there were many candles lite yet they were high enough that I would not be bothered by the level of light, as promised a comfortable chair was waiting for me. Thank Mother Nature I was so nervous that my legs were shaking that I do not think I would have been able to stand long if I could stand for long periods of time. William lead me straight to the chair, I sat down he then bowed and spoke to the other end of the chamber:

“My Lord, this is Kataya.”

“Thank you, William. It is a pleasure to meet you Kataya. William has explained that Marcus is not the Master as well as the fact that he sold you with out The Master approval. Is this true?” The Dragon asked.

I had bowed when right after I sat down I bowed my head to show my respect for The Dragon’s authority, I kept my eyes on the ground as was expected of a slave. I knew that when asked a question it was expected that I answer straight o the point so I did.

“Yes, My Lord, Marcus did not have permission from The Master of the Cathartic Castle.”

“I see. Please tell me how you came to be in such poor health.” The Dragon said.

“My Lord, of course. The Master had left for a trading trip in the Northern Highlands he was planning on being gone for six months at the shortest amount of time for his trip, the longest amount of time was a year. This left Headmaster Marcus and Quartermaster Erik in charge of the household.” I paused to swallow.

“The Quartermaster, why was he left in charge instead a Headmistress. As the normal arrangements of human or Vampire households?” The Dragon asked.

“My Lord, that was how it was for many years, until Marcus and Erik came. They became Headmaster and Quartermaster and they changed everything every time The Master left. When they were the only ones there everyone learned that questioning their orders was not a good idea. Headmaster Marcus would allow Quartermaster Erik to have “fun” as he called it. Brutal mistreatment of any one who was thought to be disrespectful.” I paused to swallow.

William was still there with me and noticed that I was so nervous that I had dry mouth, he walked over to a servant and whispered to them they left and came back with a pitcher of something, I had learned how to be observant without being obvious about it. William then walked back and handed me a glass of water.

“Thank you, Headmaster William.”

I took a drink of water I was hit with a wave of despair, fear and the greatest amount of of loss I had felt thus far from who I was connected to it hit all at once the confusion was so great, I had to regain my focus and quickly, I remembered what my aunt said: ‘to learn to stay focused on my current surroundings.’ I forced my mind to stay focused on a rock that was on the floor. I then continued with my story, I knew The Dragon would want details.

“My lord, I am sorry, as you can image Erik’s ‘fun’ included many forms of torture, as well as r**e of female person’s. The reason for my health being poor was a perceived act of disrespect. There was an accident that happened that was out of my control, a dish was dropped and shattered. I was handed over to Erik to do as he saw fit. Once he was done I was locked in the cells. At some point during that time Marcus had a visiting lord over without The Masters knowledge. When this Lord finally saw the slaves, which was his purpose for being there. When he was in the cell the visiting Lord, became incensed at my condition. For reason’s I do no it know The Master returned only after four months after leaving.”I paused again to take a sip.

I was losing my focus on the rock the emotions were getting to be too much I hoped this would end soon I needed to stay focused no matter what this was important. I again regained my focus thankfully quickly too.

“The visiting Lord’s name, please?” the Dragon asked.

“Aiden O’Flynne, My Lord.” I answered.

“I see, and you do know what he has done the last few hundred years?” the Dragon asked.

“I have heard the stories, My lord.” I answered.

“Good. Please continue.” The Dragon said.

“Of course, My Lord. The Master had me moved to quarters to be tended. The Master meet with O’Flynne, and discussed the reason for his being at the Castle. I do not what interactions they had I do know that Lord O’Flynne’s interactions with the household were exceptionable by the Master’s standards. After I woke up and the Master gave permission O’Flynne was always around me, making sure I had everything I needed asking about what care was being done. The Master had been checking the facts of O'Flynne's story, as far as I know, what information that The Master received proved O’Flynne told the truth.” I continued.

I paused to take another drink Oh Mother Nature my mouth was dry, I was also tired from dealing with the emotions that were not mine this time they were so intense that it almost took my breath away completely. I regained myself quickly and finished my story:

“The Master made arrangements at dinner that, I was able to attend to see if I was comfortable with the idea, to sell me to O’Flynne. Since my health was weaker than I am now the details were done later. I did see the bill of sale, My Lord. Shortly before coming here a Representative of The High Order came, he even confirmed O’Flynne’s story. That is all I know my Lord.”

“I see. Did you learn the name of Representative?” The Dragon asked.

“No, My Lord.” I answered.

My own fear seemed to be consuming me I felt like I was falling into a pit that I could not get out of if I was not careful. The thoughts of fear of The Dragon not liking the answers of truth that I gave, as well as the thought of the possible decision of keeping me no matter what anyone else said. That would lead to O’Flynne having to fight The Dragon, and there was only one way that would turn out, with O’Flynne’s death I do not think I could bare that in the slightest I care for him too much. I guess my fear and worry was obvious on my face, William came closer to me with great concern on his face.

“Kataya, are you alright?” William asked.

“Yes, I am. I’m sorry Headmaster, My lord please forgive me, may I speak freely a moment?” I asked.

“Yes, I would like to hear what you have to say.” The Dragon said.

“Thank you My Lord. I am not sure how to explain this, but in the short period of time that I got to know Lord O’Flynne, I came to find that he was no longer like the stories I had heard. He told me how this came about he had done something horrible that got the attention of the High Order and they gave him a choice of life or death, he choose life which came with the price of a character change being done to him he still agreed, he then was sent out with no idea where to go or who he was looking for other than a Fairy, he believes I am who he is looking for, even the Representative agreed with his thoughts. What I am about to say may sound strange coming from a slave, please forgive me if it is also to forward, but I care for O’Flynne, I do not want to see him get hurt because of what Marcus has done. I beg you, My Lord that in your wisdom that a way be found does not involve violence. Please forgive my boldness.” I said.

My worst nightmare silence, Oh Mother Nature please help me. I hoped that I had not offended The Dragon by my boldness. I was trembling in fear I was so worried that he was going to kill me right then for not being a good quiet slave, but this was something I felt needed to be explained. I wanted him to know why I wanted O’Flynne to be spared if possible, even if that meant I stayed here. I hoped he would see that he was trying to embrace this change even though he was still changing, would the Dragon see it too?

I then heard a noise coming from the other end of the room, it sounded like a thunderstorm mixed with an earthquake. As the rumbling sound became louder I feared that my worse night mare would come true, that I would die right then by fire. When no flash of light came I realized he was chuckling, why was he laughing at me? Had I said something funny? I did not think I had said something funny, but perhaps what I said seemed funny to such a being with much longer life span than I.

“You care for him?” The Dragon asked as the rumbling died down.

“My Lord, yes I do.” I answered.

“I see, well you have given me the truth about what happened, I see no reason to harm O’Flynne, I do want to see his interactions with you for myself, but The Master sold you to O’Flynne not me. Until then you will stay here while I deal with this, your wounds and scars will be tended. William will see to your needs you may go.” The Dragon said.

“Thank you My Lord” I said and bowed my head.

William came to me and helped me up, he lead me back to my room, my whole body was shaking, I was till alive Oh Mother Nature thank you! We entered the room and I could not hold myself together anymore, I capsuled my vision went dark when I came to I was in bed it must have been evening time, William was sitting in a chair near by Kalynn was sitting on the bed she noticed I was awake first, and spoke:

“There you are dear, you gave us quiet a scare.”

“Oh Thank goodness.” William said and sighed in relief.

“What happened?” I asked weakly.

“The stress of meeting The Dragon must have been a bit more than you could handle when we got in the room you passed out. It is almost dinner time.” William said.

“I am a little hunger if there something soft.” I said weakly.

“Of course dear. William will stay with you while I go get food. We’ve been taking turn’s running and getting things so that there was some one here for you when you woke up.” Kalynn said.

She left the room and William came over to the bed he sat on the edge near the foot of the bed, I looked at him, and noticed the concern it seemed to me that he was always concerned when he looked at me, but this time it seemed like he was more than concerned if that was possible. I was so tried I just wanted to sleep, however I needed to eat or I would be worse tomorrow, so I forced myself to stay awake.

“The Dragon is planning on returning you to O'Flynne, he has set a plan in motion that will bring Marcus and Erik to justice for what they have done to you and others. Until O’Flynne comes here you are a guest, and will have the best care we have. The Dragon was very pleased with you honesty he had a question to ask but did not know if you knew the answer so I will ask, are you O'Flynne's mate?”

What?!? Vampire’s have Mates?!? what on this green earth was going on had everyone lost there mind or was I just uneducated? This just added to the list of questions I had why was there no answers to be found or was I just looking in the wrong places?

“No I do not know what that means, of if I am one.” I said with some effort.

Kalynn came back with dinner it was soup oh thank goodness something that was easy to eat, I ate some then slept, Kalynn then care more for my old wounds, they were beginning to disappear I slept a lot, I was still recovering what happened with Marcus and then added the incident with The Dragon I was exhausted. The emotional connection took a toll to, the feelings came more often and were stronger, I felt alone. The despair and fear were the worst then add my own despair and fear for what was to come it was exhausting. I hoped that who ever I was connected to did not fell my emotions, so that they did not have to deal with what I was dealing with.