Monsters

Boton

While driving into town with Rex we talk very little. We are into the same music and we ended up like I mostly do when I drive. Singing to all the songs and laughing. It was a fun drive. But a few things caught my attention. He has a very nice singing voice, but does not agree with me. And the guy on the black bike overtook us also heading into town. I wonder who it could be. When we got to town I dropped Rex off at the book store and told him how to find the sweets shop.

“I’ll do the book shop and sweet shop last so I can pick you up here. I’ll bring coffee when I come get you. How does 3pm sound?” I asked him.

“So you are telling me I get to spend six hours in the book or sweet store and you will bring me coffee later?” he asks hesitantly.

“Yes Rex. You got it right.” I say trying not to laugh at his geekiness.

“It’s the best day ever!” he yells running into the book store like a mad man. But then again he could be one.

As I drive off I laugh to myself. He is so open and very sweet. Just as I was going to turn into traffic to head to my first store, the guy on the black bike zooms past me. What is up with that? Is it just me or is that guy following me?

At around 1pm I am done with all my shopping except for the book and sweets stores. I decide to go refuel before getting lunch and heading over to Rex.

I got some new training outfits, a new swim suit. A few sets of Pj’s, and some stationary. I also got myself a make-up box. And I know what you’re thinking. Why would she need a make-up box? Well Clohen and I had our girls date night and I realised that my sweets stash was not enough and I had nowhere to hide it. Hens the make-up box. I also got air fresheners for my room.

When I get to the service station the guy with the bike is there at the pump next to me. I forget to be angry. He has his helmet off and I can see his face. He has dark brown hair and green eyes. I can see that he is well-built because his black biker jacket is open. He was speaking with the petrol attendant when I pulled up. I don’t put the music down and wait for the attendant. When the attendant gets to my car, I tell him to fill up the tank. I notice the guy on the bike pulls his bike in front of my car and gets off. He walks to my window.

“Good afternoon my dear.” He says in a voice like chocolate.

“Good day sir.” I say back looking him in his bright green eyes.

“Might I ask the lady out to lunch?” he asks very politely.

“I’m sorry. I have other engagements.” I answer.

“The geeky guy you dropped off at the book store?” he asks and smiles at me.

“Have you been following me?” I ask getting very angry.

“Only today. I’ll admit. How is it not possible to want to speak with a beautiful lady?” he asks seductively.

I’m getting all sorts of weird feeling from this guy. He is so hot and he knows how to use that to his advantage. He has this way about him that I can’t seem to put my finger on. His aura screams danger. But my good senses are not responding the right way. For example. When you see a wild animal, your sense tell you to be careful and run away. In this case my senses are on vacation. Its like they know he is danger but not the wild animal kind of danger.

“I don’t know you. Sorry.” I answer

“Well how else will you get to know me if you don’t spend time with me?” he asks.

He has a point. I still have some time left before I have to pick up Rex. I could pick a coffee place that is open and close to the bookstore. That way if I do lose track of time I am at least close to Rex.

“I know what you have in mind. And it’s fine with me. The coffee shop just around the corner of the bookshop?” he asks. It’s like can read minds.

“Alright. I’ll meet you there. Get us a table so long.” I say to him.

He has this big grin on his face as he heads back to his bike. “I have the perfect table for us my Princess.” He says as he gets on the bike and drives off. I pay the station attendant and start the car. At least I can get Rex the coffee I promised. I think to myself as I drive to the coffee shop.

When I get to the coffee shop after I parked the car. He is waiting outside like a proper gentlemen. But still with that silly grin on his face. I don’t even know his name.

“Before we go in, I need to know your name.” I say when I take the arm he holds out for me.

“Boton Strauss.” He says while looking down at me. He is almost two heads taller than me.

I smile at him. “And what creature are you?” I ask. As I finish my question I notice that it caught him off-guard. Why could that question bother him? What is he hiding? I wonder.

“Well Princess, this may shock you, but I’m a vampire” he answered my question in a low voice very close to a whisper.

I could not believe what I was hearing. A vampire! They are so rare. They are almost myth. They were hunted by my great-grandfather almost to extinction. I am not proud of what he did. It was wrong. No one has the right to decide who gets to life and who does not. Even if you are the king.

I smile up at him. “What an interesting surprise. I was so not expecting that. Born of turned if I may ask?” I ask him. I try to hide my shock. I have only ever met one other vampire and that is Uncle Tamar’s close friend Edgar. And yes. He has no surname. And yes. He is very old. Last time I tried to get them to tell me his age they were making jokes along the line of four thousand. But they never confirmed it.

“Born. My father turned my mother after I was born. I am now 18 and I will stop aging at age 21.” He answers very proudly. “Would you still like to go inside?” he asks hesitantly.

“Yes please. If you will still have me.” I answer shyly. He nods his head with a smile and leads me through the door and to a table that is way in the back of the small yet cosy coffee shop. A waiter brings us a menu and leaves us to decide.

“Pick anything you want.” He says very close to my ear. His voice sends shivers down my spine. How is it that all of a sudden since meeting my animal masters I have been noticing all these funny things happening to me when I’m around guys? With Amir it’s like plain attraction. With Rex it’s all the small and sweet things. But with Boton it’s the danger of getting caught. Why is this happening?

“Are you ready to order?” The waiter asks and knocks me out of my daydreaming. I realise that I have been staring at the menu without really looking at it. I quickly glace over the coffee options and decide to rather go for a pineapple juice. Just because they say that it’s fresh homemade juice. I really don’t like the store bought juices. My mother says that my fairy is very close to nature and because of that I can taste the preservatives in many foods. Juices being one of them. Sweets and chocolates are different for some reason. It’s like the sugar kind of masks that taste.

“I’ll have a large pineapple juice and a slice of caramel cake please.” I place my order. I was very impressed that Boton waited for me to order first.

“I’ll just have a plain black coffee please.” He answers next. The waiter nods and takes the menu.

“Are you sure that’s all you wanted?” I ask him. He made it sound like we both would be having something to eat and drink.

“Yes. Why?” he sits back against his side of the booth.

“Well it’s just, you made it sound like we both would be having something to eat and drink.” I say. For some reason the fact that he will not be eating makes me regret ordering the cake.

“O no. I am so sorry. I guess I should have explained. I don’t eat food. The only normal human stuff I can consume is coffee and alcohol. No foods. No sweets. No juices.” He explains briefly.

I look at him, and I mean really look at him. There is no way to tell if he is a vampire. His eyes aren’t red. His fangs don’t show. He has normal complexion. He does not have weird long nails. He is not supper skinny. He looks like a normal guy.

“What makes you different from a human? Well except the blood drinking and the super physical powers I mean.” I ask him, still looking at him.

“Well you know about the diet. The blood. The physical strength and speed. What else?” he asks more himself.

“I also don’t sleep. And you know about the stop aging. O and I’m not indestructible. If you stab me with a knife I will bleed. And if you shoot me in the head I will die. I can live to be two thousand years old but I can die from the same wounds you can. But I’ll never get sick like you might.

“So that it? You are just a normal guy? How do you drink blood without fangs?” I ask and just then the waiter brings our drinks and my cake. The moment I see the cake on the waiter’s tray I look at Boton. He is just smiling at me. Like it’s the most normal thing in the world. After the waiter served our order and leaves he turns to me and has this weird look on his face.

“What is wrong?” I ask, taking my juice and not looking at the cake for the moment.

“I knew that if you knew that I don’t eat you would not eat you cake.” He answers and spares a glance at my cake.

“I will eat it. I promise. I just don’t want you to feel uncomfortable because I’m eating.” I explain. Also looking at the cake. It looks so good.

“Please eat.” Is all he says as he pushes the cake towards me with a smile so sweet the cake will be jealous.

“Thank you.” I smile back at him. “Now will you answer the question about your fangs please?” I ask again.

He opens his mouth to reveal his fangs slowly getting longer. I gasp. “That is interesting. Never thought about that.” I say as I go back to my cake. He just smile at me and takes a sip of his coffee.

“What time do you have to pick up the nerd?” he asks while I enjoy the cake.

I almost choke. I almost forgot. “What time is it?” I ask with a mouth half full of cake still.

“Five past three.” I answers.

“I’m sorry but I have to go. Like now. I was supposed to get him at three. And I still have to get him a coffee.” I explain.

He walks me to the counter and I order another juice and a latte. All the while Boton smiles and still talks to me while I wait for the drinks and pay. He walks me out to my car and Rex is already waiting there for me. What am I going to do now?

“Tatania! How was your shopping morning?” he asks shyly.

“Very nice. Thank you. How was you trip?” I ask trying to sound and look as normal as possible with Boton walking next to me.

“Very interesting. Would it be alright if I go with you when you go to the bookshop? There is something I want to show you. And also the sweets store. I never got there.” he says as he laughs at himself.

“I’d like that. But we can’t tell Amir. You know he’ll freak.” I say also laughing.

“You’re right. Who is this?” he finally asks looking at Boton.

“My name is Boton. Nice to meet you Rex.” Boton introduces himself before I can. He has his hand extended towards Rex. Rex does not shake it though.

“Only Tatania can call me that. My name is Rhyszandt.” He says to Boton with a hint of anger.

“Rex that is so sweet.” I smile at him.

“Boton thank you for the juice, cake and the nice company. Maybe I’ll see you around. Do you stay in town?” I ask. I also just realise that I never got to get to know him really. We mostly talked vampire stuff. I know nothing about the handsome guy next to me.

“Yes I stay in town. Here is my number. Call me if you want to hang out again. I would really like to see you again. If you’ll let me. He says flirtatiously while putting his number in my hand and turning over the hand to place a light kiss on it. I blush.

“Thanks. I’ll get back to you on that.” I answer and smile at him. “Well shall we go? Here is you coffee as promised.” I ask while handing Rex his mug.

“Goodbye Boton.” I yell back and wave as we walk into the book shop. He smiles and waves back.

“What did you want to show me?” I ask the moment we are inside, trying to avoid talking about Boton.

I would seem that rex can read the room. “This way.” Was all he said. He leads the way down a few rows and comes to a stop. He take one book of the shelf and hands it to me, while taking a sip of his coffee.

“You need to read this book.” No explanation. No reason. Just that. His eyes soften the moment I look up from the book.

“Why? What is this?” I ask looking down at the book again. It’s a light blue book, with light almost translucent purple strokes over it. And on the front cover there is no title. No authors name. Nothing.

“I think it’s a prophecy. And I think it’s about you.” He answers while taking the juice out of my hand to put it on the small table behind him. He takes the book and also puts it down. When he turns back. He takes both my hands in his.

“Tatania.” He whispers. He leans his forehead against mine. Since he took my hands my skin started tingling. I feel so warm. I close my eyes and just breathe in the scent of him. He smells so good. Like aftershave and something else. I can’t put my finger on it. He moves and I feel his lips on my cheek. He kisses his way to my jaw and to my ear. “May I?” is all he asks. I’m not sure what he wants. To kiss me? To touch me? To hold me? I don’t know what he is asking for. But the simple fact that he asked made me say yes.

He let go of my hand to wrap me in his arms. All while still leaving small kisses along my jaw and on my cheeks. He is avoiding kissing my on the mouth. But why. Does he want to ask me again? Just as I finished that thought he stopped and looked at me. “You are my Princess and future queen. I will not do something unless I have asked, and you said yes. Or if you ask something of me. I will never put you in a situation you don’t like. I want you to be happy. But I must ask. May I have a kiss?” He asks. He never lets go of me. He is so sweet and handles the whole thing with so much caution.

I only nod once. And then his lips are on mine. I have never been kissed. He tastes like coffee. His heat radiates around us. Stars explode behind my eyelids. My whole body feels like its shaking. Out of nowhere he slowly separates me lips with his tong. The sensation is completely different from before. The taste of coffee is stronger now. His left hand place with me hair while his right hand cups my cheek. His tong explore my mouth. The tip of his tong dances over mine. When he starts to pull his tong back it’s like he is asking me to do the same thing he did. So I comply. As he pulls his my mine follow into his mouth. And the sensation changes again. He softly sucks on my tong. When he stops sucking I loose myself. Our tongs are dancing back and forth between you mouths. I have no sense of time. When he slowly pulls away panting I notice a blush on his cheeks. And mine feel warm as well.

“I want one like that every day. I don’t care how you do it. No one can know for now. But every single day.” I say in a shaky voice. I lean around him grab the book and my juice and head for the counter to pay.

“Everyday. I promise.” He answered just before I was out of hearing reach. I could hear the smile in his voice and it made me smile even wider. If that is even possible.

On the drive back he drives. I still feel to shaking. I can’t stop smiling. He holds my hand up until the last minute. When we got to the cate then only did he let go. “Everyday.” He says smiling as we wait for the gate to open. We park and unload. He helps me carry all my stuff up. I hear Uncle Tamar and Amir in the training hall. When we got to my room Rex asks where to put my things and I show him to the closet. The moment the bags are out of his hands he grabs my wrist and pulls me to him. His mouth crashes onto mine and my knees go jelly again. How does he do it? The kiss is just as amazing as the one in the bookstore. if not even better. This time I know what to do.

I think I like kissing. No wait that’s wrong. I think I like kissing Rex!

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