Fated To A Vampire

Chapter 14: Shopping

Being here for over a week has changed my perception of vampires entirely, and although the only ones that talk to me are the twins, I find it is still lonely. James hadn't spoken or seen me since the kiss he planted so bravely that day on the balcony. My lips still tingle and feel numb. I had never in my life experienced such fireworks or emotions at once. It was confusing and thrilling all at the same time.

Trees blur by as the twins sit quietly across from me, the limo we are riding in giving plenty of space. Being in James's world, it is exquisite to say the least. He could afford anything he wanted, and requested the twins take me shopping for more appropriate apparel. Whatever that means. I think my jeans and t-shirts are just fine. I also don't have a phone anymore. The controlling son of a b***h says that it only attracts more attention and danger to me. If I needed anything, I had to go to the twins. The limo rolled to a stop, and I glanced out my window at the expensive shop before me. The building was two stories tall and all brick white. The above sign held elegant cursive writing. DRIP. I suppose it is fitting for this small vampire town. When I looked into the window, my jaw dropped at the princess dress that was beautifully displayed in the window and across the store.

"Is it only dresses?..." I could even hear the inquisition in my own voice. That is not what I had in mind.

"I'm sorry, my lady, but he was very specific.." Charles looked at me, he had shown a much softer side to me than Charlie.

"You are our Queen, you need to dress like that." Charlie's slightly harsher tone only frustrated me further.

"Bu-.." I was quickly cut off with a hand raise.

"We have to follow our vow to James," they both said at the same time, giving me chills.

"Of course you do." I rolled my eyes as they shifted across the seat. Getting out before me. Charles laughed lightly, holding his hand out for me to grab. The emerald green dress I wore matched my eyes, pulling the fabric as I exited the limo. The black heels connecting the concrete sidewalk, lots of people stopping to stare. I felt the world shrinking with so many eyes on me. It makes perfect sense why James chose my clothes, again. Another small note, but no real words. Sighing, I kept my head down.

"Pick your chin up." Charles said quietly to me, as he put my hand into his elbow. I was grateful to him, he had shown more care towards me so far than James himself. Picking my head up, I steadied my features like charlies had been teaching me. He said if I was to be a queen, i needed to know the rules. Have confidence. That is the opposite of who I am though. I have always loved the older side of life. I feel like they are trying to groom and tame me, and I don't appreciate it. My mind wandered relentlessly as we slowly made our way to the door, Charlie holding it open for us. My heels clicked in unsteady motion as we walked across the wooden floor, the small shop smelling like a mix of fabric and flowers.

"DELILAH!" Charles yelled towards the back, the sound of something banging before rustling. In a breeze, a small child was standing right before us.

"Double C's!!" The small little blonde exclaimed loudly. "What can I do ya for?" The little girl's cheery rose face beamed at us. "WAIT." Within a second she was inches in front of me, holding my hand gently as she breathed deeply. Her eyes met mine, and wide. "Incredible! I heard all the others gossiping, but I didn't believe it!" Her bright blue eyes beamed when they looked at me.

"Delilah, you will scare her.." Charles' voice sounded uneven and slightly nervous. I wasn't scared at all, this small child seemed harmless.

"You are beautiful, Delilah." I complimented the little girl, her eyes shining as they came back from Charles to me.

"Not bad for a 300 thousand-year-old vampire, huh?" She winked, and I couldn't control the dropping of my jaw at her true age. She giggled wildly as she zipped out the room.

"SO!" she yelled from the back and the twins just held an amused grin as they waited for her to come back. "James called ahead and requested a few things, but we need to size you." Her voice came closer as a breeze blew by me as she stopped at my feet. Holding a tape measure in one hand, and a pen and pad in the other. "Arms up." She said with a smile. Looking at the twins, they nodded. Within a few minutes, she had my size.

"Would you like to browse? James said you may get whatever you like." Charles stepped closer as she finished.

"We will be having a ceremony for you at the end of the week, and you'll need a dress." Charlie finished for him.

"How about you boys get going on outside? Let us girls worry about it." Delilah's childish voice sang sweetly. Both of them looked at each other, then at me. Looking at this small girl, she works over by her desk in a corner, her sketch pad being drawn on harshly.

"I will be fine. I want to try on a few things anyway." I looked at them, and they looked hesitant. "GO." I said a little more harshly, and they didn't budge.

"We can't leave your-" Charles tried to say, but I cut him off.

"Fine, I am not shy." I said, moving my hands to the edge of my dress and pulling it up two inches before stopping. "Or, maybe James would like to know that you two tried to stick around for a show." I challenged, raising one of my brows at their shocked faces.

"Ok," they said in sync as they made their way to the door.

"We will be right at the door outside. No funny business." Charlie looked at me harshly. Smiling devilishly, I crossed my heart sarcastically. I will say we have had a fun week, and I only tried to flee once, which is probably why they were hesitant. They took me out after i begged for ice cream in a cone, not a bowl. When I tried to get out the bathroom window, they both waited outside for me. It is also a reason I can't have a phone, and I have been on lock down basically.

"Damn girl, they have you on a tighter leash, and you will be shitting on their toes." Delilah let out once the door shut. Laughing, I walked towards her.

"Yeah, I know right! I can hardly breathe without them having to run it back to James." I rolled my eyes.

"OH honey, I know. But you are the reincarnated queen!" Her words rang in my head, what did she just say?

"What?" I breathed out.

"Uh oh.." She turned to me, her blonde hair swinging as she turned quickly. "I di-"

"Tell me." I cut her off and stared coldly.

"I thought they would have told you..or you at least heard.." Her voice was cut off by the twins barging back in.

"DELILAH!" They both yelled in sync at her. Placing myself in front of her and their wrath, I crossed my arms and stared harshly, not saying a word.

"Athena, James was going to tell you about all of this." Charles started to try and defend him.

"I want to see him." I said angrily, my patience running thinner.

"We can-" Charlie tried.

"Take me to him, NOW!" I screamed, stomping between the two of them. I simultaneously shoulder checked them, then continued walking towards the limo. The stunning dresses are long forgotten.