Bloody Beautiful-Bloody Love (Book 4-George Weasley Love Story)

Chapter 41

Aleric's POV:

I heard her screams as soon as I stepped foot onto the Malfoy's property. I restrained my fangs as I made my way toward the great house, hearing Bellatrix laugh as she ordered someone to put the pet back into her cage for now. I was greeted by Lucius in the hallway, though a real greeting it was not. Simply a slight bow and a nervous glance into my red eyes before he excused himself to the drawing room.

I made my way into the ballroom, just in time to pass Thorfinn, now holding an unconscious girl in his arms. I know this is Luna Lovegood, the friend that Katherine was so desperately worried about. I also know I am powerless this time in aiding her escape, for the number of Death Eaters that are in the manor on any given day is enough to kill any vampire.

"Ah Master Talan! Dear friend! We have a new snack for you! Won't you go down and have a bite?" (B)

"My dear Bellatrix I believe I shall." (Al)

I forced a smile as my fangs extended in what she thought to be thirst when in reality, it was anger towards her. I turned and sped off to the dungeons where Thorfinn was just setting Luna down onto the ground. I slammed the door to make the scene convincing before speeding towards the girl and Thorfinn.

"Hey! Get away from her!" (Dean)

I turned toward the newest addition to the collection of cell mates that they have been acquired this week, and see a young man. Dark skin and dark eyes, full of worry as he sees my fangs and how close I am to the young witch. However, there is something about him that is familiar. Katherine had asked to keep an eye out for a Dean Thomas that was missing and on the run, and I find myself assuming that this is him.

"There is no need to fear from me son. Are you Dean Thomas?" (Al)

"How do you know my name? Is this a vampire mind-trick or something?" (Dean)

I couldn't help but let out a light laugh and a true smile at his words before nodding no. I look to Thorfinn to find him seeing to the witch's wounds before turning to face Dean again. I smile as he stands tall and faces me like a man should, no fear evident on his face or in his scent, only concern for his young friend.

"You remind me of my myself so very long ago. I will tell you who I am but let it not slip past your lips if you hope for all of us here to survive." (Al)

"What about him?" (Dean)

"My friend Thorfinn is as much an ally to you as I am." (Al)

"Very comforting coming from a vampire who knows my name when I don't know his, and a Death Eater that is part of the inner circle." (Dean)

"I like your spunk Dean, no wonder Katherine was so upset that you were missing. You're like her as well I see, in spirit at least. Here I am known as Master Talan, but my real name is Aleric. I am a relative of Katherine's." (Al)

"Why should I believe you? This could just be some trick to get me to trust you or give you information on Katherine. It won't work!" (Dean)

"Trust me or not I'm telling you this, just as I told Mr. Olivander, that I will be forced to bite you in your interrogations." (Al)

"You're going to turn us into vampires?" (Dean)

"Oh son, if it were that easy there would be many more vampires running around. No, I will not be turning anyone. But I can make it where the bites are not painful, but they need to think that they are." (Al)

"You're telling us to fake it?" (Dean)

"Yes." (Al)

"I still don't trust y-" (Dean)