Through Midnight Eyes {Sequel To October Surprises!}

Cave Of Doom And Freda's Insecurities

Great. Just fantastic! We come all the way here, finding nothing whatsoever! Did this accomplish something? Yes it did, but not in the way you think. The only thing that has been reached is probably giving Mrs. Sackville-Bagg a heart attack after finding her children away from their ceiling beds. Dammit, Gregory, how did you convince me so? Wait until the hulk hears about this...he'll rip our heads off and hang them over the fireplace.

My mindless ranting was cut off short after Greg frustrately threw some huge boulders around, "This must be a trick! They're hiding!...Come out! Come out wherever you are!" His little brother stared up at him as if he was going crazy. I don't blame Rudolph, the commotion is clearly unnecessary.

"Maybe...Victor and his veil crew are away? They could be returning any minute now!" Ana tried her best to cheer up my boyfriend. No such luck.

Gregory huffed stubbornly, "Yes, sister. They're coming very soon...only problem, the entrance is completely blocked out! Once they force their way through, they'll surely spot us. That will most likely lead to bloodshed...we have no escape routes."

James nodded knowingly, "In other words, WE. ARE. DEAD."

"Can't you guys lift the extremely heavy rocks? I mean, you are vampires. Doesn't the warranty come with hercules worthy strength?" I tried not to smile, now is not the time to crack any wise jokes.

Rudolph dashed over to the entrance once the idea came bursting from my throat, "Of course! I almost forgot! Gregory! We can escape! Help me lift the rocks and we'll be out of here before you can say Father's got a brand new bag of toys!"

Tony giggled, "It's Santa's got a brand new bag, Rudolph. Santa."

"That does not matter now! Ana, come along and help your family." Gregory dismissed my little cousin's mocking statement and grabbed onto the blonde vampire's cold hand. So what are the mortals supposed to do? Stand and watch?

James practically read my brain waves, "Should we make popcorn? Seeing as this obviously going to take awhile..." Greg cast a glare over at him, "Silence. It's your fault we're trapped here in the first place."

I crossed my arms in a slightly mothering nature, "It's not the time to point fingers. Pick up the damn solid circles and get out of here!" The more we fight, the more nothing gets done. The more nothing gets done, the closer Victor Jackkle is close to slitting our unexpecting necks.

Ana's breath hitched greatly as she struggled with the rock that's dead center of the freedom opening, "These...rocks...are...so...heavy!"

Tony panicked, "How can they be heavy? Immortals are supposed to be unstoppable! Oh my god!" It's like the world he knew is falling apart before his very eyes.

Meanwhile, Rudolph was starting to get desperate. Right now, he's basically pushing against the jaws of life rock, as if it would 'oh so' kindly move. Sorry kid, but nature isn't always so welcoming and 'caring'. Gregory noticed his brother's worries and groaned with anger.

"This is impossible!"

I carefully advanced towards him and placed a comforting hand on his shoulder, "It's alright. You tried. Let's just find some other way to get out...or a really good hiding place in case the nasty goons decide to take a visit."

Greg's muscles relaxed, "...You are right. Rudolph, Ana...settle down now." Both vampires shot me a look of relief and gratitude. You're very welcome, I really don't want them to pull a vampire hernia. Tony sneakily climbed up the steps of the rich throne, quietly sitting upon it, oblivious to my staring.

"Dork get down from here."

He frowned at me, "Excuse me? My little feet are tired, plus, I'm no assistance at all. I might as well get out of your way while you try to find another escape orhiding place." The sentence ended with a bitter laugh.