Laced In Red

Chapter One

I walk out on to the porch of my second story apartment. The air is cold and a brisk wind blows through the trees. I look below and see a tan, thin, short haired brunette angrily throwing bags into the back of her black SUV. I put a cigarette between my lips and switch on my lighter. I close my eyes and inhale the mystic tobacco, filling my lungs. I hold it in then slowly let it flow from my mouth.

My now former roommate Renae and I had a huge fight just moments ago. I found out this morning she tried to seduce my boyfriend when I went on a beer run for her party last night. We'd had fights before but no one tries to take what's mine in my own home. It wasn't just because she's a slut like her mom Beatrice( Alex's old mistress), she also stopped paying rent causing me to get a second job, and nearly totaled my car after our last fight. I finally had it with her crap and kicked the spoiled werewolf out.

I watched as Renae got in her truck and backed up fast then sped out of the parking lot. I didn't want to talk to anybody today so I decided to have a day to myself. After I finished my cigarette I headed inside, slipped on my leather jacket and boots, then grabbed my keys and purse, and took off. I got into my baby blue convertible and rode for fifteen minutes to the drive-in theater. Being that I was in a bad mood I chose a double feature comedy.

I pulled up to a spot just far enough from the screen and tuned in to the station for sound. I leaned my chair back and put the cars top down. I looked up at the evening sky as the previews started, watching the first few stars shine through the darkening sky. Just as I began to relax my phone started to ring.

I groaned and picked it up, "Hello?"

The deep British voice from my boyfriend Troy came through the line sounding a bit winded,"Why didn't you call me? Renae just came by asking if I'd let her stay here. Did you really kick her out?"

I got angry at the thought of her near him and rapidly asked any question that came to mind, "Did you let the nasty creature in? What did you tell her? Is she still there? Did she touch you?"

"No and I made her leave. Why didn't you call me?", he asked again.

I growled,"I don't want to talk to anybody. I was just going to keep myself busy and avoid thinking about IT. You know my regular strategy after dealing with any Owen woman."

He sounded bothered, "I would have liked you to call. Where are you now? I don't like you being alone."

I ran my fingers through my hair, "Troiphus, I'm fine. I'm at the drive-in. You don't have to--"

"I'll be there shortly," he hung up and I took a deep breath.

See Troy and I aren't really human(if you haven't already guessed), we're vampires and one of his abilities is teleportation, which is very convenient, usually just for him. Mine is basic telepathy because I don't practice much.The movie was going to start soon and I know he'd want to talk when he got here. As I closed my eyes and leaned back I heard a small thud. I opened one eye and saw Troy in the seat next to me.

"Did you teleport outside my car?" I said shocked, my eyes darting around.

He put his hand on mine, "No, to the mens room. Do you mind if I watch the movie with you?" His voice was soft as he lifted my hand to his mouth.

I shivered when his lips touched my skin. "Whatever."

His blue eyes looked up at me and his mouth slowly turned into a perfect sexy smile at my body's reaction. I sniffed the air and smelled Renae on him. She put her hands on my man. That's nasty werewolf skank touched my vampire?! My eyes started changing to red at my fury then Troiphus gently squeezed my hand.

I shook my head and half smiled, "Sorry Troy, the fight with Renae put me in a bad mood. You know how much I hate her and that beast of a mother. I didn't mean to be snappy."

He lifted the armrest that separated us and moved towards me, "It's alright darling, I know she upset you. You have every right to be angry. She was a horrible person to you. And her mother..."

I silenced him quickly with my finger to his lips. He kissed my head and stroked my hair calming me. I rested my head on his shoulder and breathed in his sweet but tainted scent. His arm slid around my waist to hold me closer as the previews started.

I bit the inside of my cheek before speaking, "Yeah, but can we not talk about it? Please. I just want to watch the movies."

He squeezed me gently, "Of course Sofinya."