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he must think this threat was serious because pak never let the cases get personal . his rule number one . `` and dee-i want this bastard taken down , got me ? because i do n't want to see blood pouring in my streets , not again . '' with a born master , that could happen . hell on earth could happen with one . `` consider him staked . '' easy words , hard job . but she 'd do it , because no way was she going to stand by and watch innocents get slaughtered by vamps gorging on blood . as pak had said , not again . time to sharpen up her stakes and hit the hunting grounds . the music was terrible , the food was shit , and the crowd of dancers were all but screwing on the floor . dee leaned against the bar , trying to ignore the throbbing in her temples and letting her gaze sweep past the throng inside onyx . this was the eighth club she 'd been in since she 'd hit the streets . humans only . well , mostly humans . onyx catered to the unaware , and that made the place perfect for vamps . so much easier to pick up prey when the humans did n't realize the danger they faced . they did n't realize it , not until their dates stopped seducing them and started feeding from them . by then , it was too late to scream . her nails drummed on the bar . zane lounged in the back corner , his emerald gaze sweeping over the room . some big-breasted blonde was at his side . jude had n't made an appearance yet . she 'd use his nose to sniff out the place . see if he could detect the rot of the undead and- `` let me buy you a drink . '' she 'd ignored the men beside her . greeted the few come-ons she 'd gotten with silence . but that voice- dee glanced to the left . tall , dark , and sexy was back . and he was smiling down at her . a big , wide grin that showed off a weird little dint in his right cheek . not a dimple , too hard for that . she had n't noticed that curve last night , not with the hunt and kill distracting her . shit , but he was hot . thanks to the spotlights over the bar , she could see him so much better tonight . no shadows to hide behind now . hard angles , strong jaw , sexy man . `` already got one . '' dee held up her glass . `` babe , that 's water . '' he motioned to the bartender . `` let me get you something with bite . '' she 'd spent the night looking for a bite . had n't found it yet . her fingers snagged his . booze could n't slow her down . not with the one she hunted . black brows shot up . so close that she caught the scent of his aftershave . `` you gon na kill another woman tonight ? '' a whisper that blew against her . `` vampire , '' she said quietly and dropped his hand . those eyes of his were eerie . like a smoky fog staring back at her . `` i hunted a vampire last night , '' dee told him , keeping her voice hushed because in a place like this , you never knew who was listening . `` and , technically , she 'd already been killed once before i got to her . '' his fingers locked around her upper arm . she 'd yanked on a black t-shirt before heading out , and his fingertips skimmed her flesh . `` guess you 're right , '' he murmured and leaned in even closer . his lips were about two inches-maybe just one-away from hers . it 'd been too long since she 'd had a lover , and this guy fit all of her criteria . big , strong , sexy , and aware of the score in the city . `` wan na dance with me ? '' such dark words . no accent at all underlined the whisper . just a rich purr of sex . oh but she bet the guy was fantastic in the sack . a not-so-weak challenge in her mind . she was n't seeing anyone . he seemed up for it and- dee brought her left hand up between them and pushed against his chest . especially not to that too fast , pounding music that made her head ache . he did n't retreat . his fingers skated down her arm and caught her wrist . he took her glass away and placed it on the bar top with a clink . first one , sure , that could have been coincidence . a coincidence she was grudgingly grateful for , but tonight- the faintest curl hinted on his lips . his thighs brushed against her . big , strong thighs . thick with muscle . dee swallowed . so not the time . but the man was tempting . she could n't afford a distraction . `` then you 'd better be very , very careful . '' dee shoved against him . he stumbled back a step and his smile widened .
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`` you keep playing hard to get , and i 'm gon na start thinking you 're not interested in me , sandra dee . '' dee jumped off the bar stool . `` you 'd be thinking right , buddy . '' he took her wrist again with strong , roughened fingers . the guy towered over her . always the way of it . when you could n't even skim five foot six with big-ass heels , most men towered over you . and since dee had never worn heels in her life ... the guy bent toward her when he said , `` i see the way you look at me . '' `` curious ... but more . like maybe you got a wild side lurking in you . a side that wants out . '' the guy sure looked like he could play . after the case . `` i do n't know you , chase , '' she finally told him , too aware of his touch on her skin . too aware that her ni**les were tightening and she was leaning toward him as her nostrils flared and she tried to suck up more of his scent . `` i do n't know- '' `` i saved your life . '' a fallen angel 's smile . jude 's hard snarl . chase 's hold tightened on her . the white tiger shifter stormed through the crowd . people jumped out of his path because they were semi-smart . in seconds , he was at her side , nostrils flaring , lips curling back , blue eyes ... watering ? `` uh , jude ? `` problem , '' he growled and the man was good at growling . his eyes-and , they were most definitely watering-zeroed in on chase . the two men were about the same height , and had the same rough , strong build . but jude was light , his skin fair , his hair blond , and chase ... darkness . the thought came to her once more . jude 's gaze dropped to the hand that still bound her wrist . `` man , you 'd better not be bothering dee . '' because she needed him to act like an overprotective jerk right then . more than covered . so what if chase 's thumb was sliding back and forth over her wrist and the movement had her heart jumping ? jude 's stare turned back to her . one that should n't be discussed in front of an outsider . she tossed a careless smile chase 's way , and tried really hard not to care . her life was n't like other women 's . she could n't go out , find a great guy , and forget the world while they had sex . not when killers were waiting . if the people in this bar had half a clue what was hunting them ... `` see you around , '' she told him , keeping her voice bland and tugging her hand free . his fingers had been rough against her , lightly callused , warm , and strong . too easy to imagine those fingers sliding over her flesh . cupping her br**sts . spreading her thighs . so maybe it had been too long since she 'd been laid . his cool words had her hesitating , glancing back , dammit . he stared at her , unblinking . `` not amateur night , buddy , '' jude murmured and his nostrils twitched . `` dee and i have a job to do , we don't- '' `` maybe you need prey to draw out the vampire , '' chase continued , never taking his eyes off her . `` maybe i 'm the man you need . '' `` hell , what have you been telling him ? '' jude demanded , swiping his hand across his forehead . `` low profile , woman , low profile . '' dee ignored him . pretty easy to do most days . `` we 've got this one covered . '' chase 's jaw worked but he shoved his hand into his back pocket and pulled out a card . `` you change your mind , you call me . '' do n't take it , do n't take it , do n't , ah ... hell . dee 's fingers curled around the card . she did n't even see his hand move . but in the next instant , his fingers were around hers and he brought her hand to his mouth . his lips pressed against her flesh , his tongue tasted her . two seconds , maybe three . then he dropped his hold and flashed that bad boy grin . `` i wanted a little taste . '' `` dee ... '' she knew that tone . jude would be having a fit any second-or as close to a fit as a tiger could have . chase brushed past her and disappeared into the crowd . `` shop for a new lover later , we 've got problems now . '' he bent his head toward her and whispered right against her ear , `` kymine . '' dee sucked in a sharp pull of air . `` they 're pumping it in the place . and if the kymine is here ... '' then the vamps were , too . kymine .
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a sweet little concoction the vamps had created about ten years ago , a brew that they pumped into the air in order to screw with a shifter 's sense of smell . with about 95 percent accuracy , shifters could pick up the stench of a vamp in a crowded room . jude had told her once that , to him , vamps smelled like corpses . yeah , that made sense , considering that vampires were dead . kinda anyway . to be reborn as a vampire , a human had to die . the heart stopped . the brain ceased to function . the lungs did n't rise . hello , afterlife . almost hello . because if the exchange was successful , a few moments of true death were all the person would have . the heart would beat again , the lungs would fill , and the brain would kick-start to life again . alive once more , with a few new extra features . like fangs , super strength , and a nearly insatiable lust for blood . because the vampires knew that the shifters could smell them-and have one hell of a hunting advantage-they 'd researched like crazy and finally produced kymine . kymine could only be used in a closed , restricted area . once it was pumped into the ventilation system , it dispersed . a shifter unlucky enough to be in the area would temporarily lose his sense of smell . and feel as if fire were burning the inside of his nostrils . `` i ca n't smell a damn thing , '' jude said , still close , his breath whispering against her ear . to others , they 'd look like lovers . the best way to hunt . mislead . `` the bastards could be right next to me , '' he said , `` and i still would n't know . '' so much for the shifter being her secret weapon tonight . but there were too many lights in that place . too many people , too many eyes . if a vampire was there , he 'd only be scouting for food . the feast would come later . when he had his prey alone . time to switch up plans . `` let 's go outside . you take the front , i 'll take the back . '' they 'd leave zane inside , he could keep a careful watch on the bar . the bar owners had to know about the vampires . no other reason they 'd pump in the kymine . `` we need to tell zane . he 'll need to- '' `` already did . '' he eased back and she caught the glimpse of fang . her brow shot up . you 're asking me that ? '' a ghost of a smile tugged at his lips . `` let 's get the bastards . '' she reached into her bag and curled her fingers around her stake . the night was too quiet . especially for this part of town . there should have been laughter on the wind . car horns or the fading beat of music . dee paced about twenty feet behind onyx . no stragglers waited outside . no lovers looked for a quick screw . with the thick silence . so not natural . she rocked back on her heels and tried to ignore the fact that chase lounged somewhere in that bar . he 'd probably moved on to a more agreeable partner . one of those women who could laugh and smile and mean it , and not someone who could n't stop glancing over her shoulder because she knew there were monsters out there , waiting . be afraid of the dark . a lesson she 'd learned when she 'd been fifteen . so very afraid . the faintest pad of footsteps reached her ears . dee did n't tense , that would alert her prey . she exhaled , nice and slow and- `` you 're dead , dee . '' a woman 's voice , soft and mellow . slowly , dee turned toward her . tall , thin , with a long mane of midnight black hair , the woman stood near the exit of the back parking lot . she was alone , unarmed , and smiling . dee kept the stake hidden . no way to tell yet if she was staring at a vamp , a demon , a human-or hell knew what . come on , jude , get your ass back here . but if the kymine had n't worn off , he would n't be much help , either . dee decided she hated the bitch . the woman glided closer . one of those annoying graceful moves that dancers seemed to make . dee marched toward her , more than ready to meet the chick head on . `` no one will mourn , dee . no one will even miss you when you 're rotting in the ground . '' ah , so she was little miss sunshine and light . dee grunted . you think you 're the one whose gon na take me out ? '' `` sorry , sister , it 's been tried more than a few times and the ass**les who come for me are the ones who wind up in the graves . '' the woman 's lips tightened . it was always better to get under their skin , to rattle them , to- `` you should have died with your family . ''
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dee 's vision flashed red . like the blood that had stained her hands , covered her body , and pooled on the floor when she 'd found them . `` but it does n't matter . '' the bitch 's chin lifted . `` you 're dead now . '' so sunshine had gotten under her skin . `` i seem to be breathing just fine . '' she did n't hear any other sounds . that could mean it was just her and sunshine , or it could mean others waited silently and patiently in the darkness , ready for the perfect moment to attack and kill . uh , jude ? sunshine had on jeans , strappy sandals , and some kind of light , lacy top . her smile was broad and flashed lots of teeth . no fangs , not yet . a vamp 's fangs grew right before they got ready to feed . just like a vamp 's eye color changed to black when they hunted . or when they f**ked . one way to find out what she was dealing with here . dee lunged forward , the stake gripped tight in her hand . she struck out , grabbing sunshine and tossing her ass to the ground . then she went in for the kill . the woman never even flinched . that same vacant smile was on her lips when dee brought the stake down over her heart . `` dead , '' she whispered again . no black eyes . if the woman were a vamp , she 'd be fighting for her life . she would have gone into hunting mode instinctively . not just lay there like a lamb at a slaughter . dee froze . the tip of the stake pressed into the lace of sunshine 's shirt . dee lifted the weapon . staking a human was not part of her agenda for the night . she rose , never taking her eyes off the nutjob . `` you 're playing a dangerous game . '' the woman climbed slowly to her feet . `` all alone . poor little hunter . will you beg at the end ? '' what the- `` she 's not alone . '' hard , deep . sunshine 's lips parted . `` get out of here , '' dee told her , fighting back the impulse to ram one fist into that thin little nose . `` and stop screwing around in shit that you do n't understand . '' the woman was obviously some kind of messenger . most of the hunters at night watch had a standing policy of not hurting innocents . well , zane was n't part of that `` most '' group . but she did n't like to hurt humans . the other knew the safest way to send their warnings to the hunters was to employ puppets . humans who thought playing in the dark was fun . when it was more like suicide . yeah , she did n't normally hurt innocents . but this time , oh , talk about temptation . `` you do n't even have a week , '' the woman said and when she tilted her head , dee caught sight of the bruises on her neck . `` neither do you , '' she told her , sadly , still not glancing back at chase . `` you need to run from them , as fast as you can and never look back . '' they can give me everything . '' `` you ca n't trust vamps . '' her hand rose to her neck . covered the wounds . `` but when you can live forever , does it matter ? '' fingertips brushed her shoulder . dee spun around , the weapon up . chase stared back at her . christ , man , how the hell did you move so fast ? '' and so quietly . thudding footsteps . dee glanced back in time to see sunshine make a break for the line of cars . she lunged forward- he jerked her back . `` she 's getting away ! '' if she could trail her , they could find out where the vamps were hiding and- `` good . the bitch just threatened you . if she did n't get her ass out of here , i might have killed her . '' an engine kicked to life . dee elbowed him , twisted , shimmied , then kicked out with her foot . he flew back , and she shot forward . her legs pumped as fast and hard as they could . a car lurched forward , a small , red ford . exhaust burned her nostrils and the squeal of tires grated in her ears . tag , get the- damn . gravel crunched behind her . `` that hurt , dee . '' if she 'd wanted him hurt , he would have been hurt . `` you should have let me go . '' she stared at the disappearing taillights . sunshine had planned for their meeting . turning back to chase , she glared . he rubbed his side . dee tried to brush by him . he caught her shoulders , trapping her against him . `` you know , the blond bastard who was licking your ear inside . ah , what was that ? take away the jeans and designer labels and you had cavemen beating their chests .
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`` jude is n't my partner . '' `` none of your business , okay ? i 'm on a case , you just let my lead get away and- '' he kissed her . chase crushed that too hard mouth down on hers and drove his tongue past her lips . she could have broken free . could have given him another hard punch but- screw it . so for a few wild seconds , she forgot the vamps and the death and she locked her arms tight around him and she opened her mouth wide . she was n't the kind of woman who liked to be taken . she liked to take . his hands caught her waist , pulled her closer , and the rising ridge of his c**k thrust against her . his lips caressed . slid against hers and had her wanting more . a quiver began in the pit of her belly . a stir of hunger that she had n't felt in so long . this man could make her feel . make her want , and-the sex-it would be fantastic . his fingers cupped her ass . then he lifted her , hauling her high in the air and holding her close so that her ni**les , already tight , aching peaks , pushed against his chest . she liked her men strong . liked her sex hot . he sure fit the bill and- `` dammit , dee , i thought you were working the case , not screwing around with- '' he stiffened against her . chase 's head rose and his lips , red and shining from her mouth , hovered over hers . `` not your lover , '' he repeated and it took her a half-dazed moment to realize he was talking about jude . the guy who 'd finally decided to make an appearance . he put her down , nice and slow . `` then you wo n't mind when i kick his ass . '' um , nah , generally she would n't mind but- but this was n't a fair fight . no way would chase be able to take down a shifter , unless-unless he was much more than human . `` come and try , '' jude invited and she did n't have to look at him to know he 'd be sporting his come-get-some grin . she grabbed chase 's hands . `` one that needs an answer . '' in this city , you could n't take risks . but he did n't answer and his jaw locked . she glanced over at jude . `` kymine gone yet ? '' he sniffed a bit . `` he does n't smell like death . '' a grimace . `` just some fancy ass cologne . '' not a vamp . everything else was pretty much doable . chase stepped back from her and dee dropped her hands . he slanted jude a seriously pissed glare . `` do n't come sniffing around me again , tiger . '' he knew about jude ? not a flicker of surprise crossed the shifter 's face . `` you gon na piss and moan all night or are you gon na answer the lady 's question ? '' chance stared back at her . gazed too deeply with those smoky eyes . `` i 'm the man who had her back , twice , when you were n't anywhere around . '' `` dee does n't need anyone to watch her . the woman 's a freaking machine- '' `` everyone needs backup . '' `` aw , dee ... shit , '' jude muttered . she would n't be weak . not in front of jude . he 'd trained her . walked with her on the first mission . `` we had a visitor . '' now she was the one to back away . because that soft touch was n't something she could handle . hard , wild , and rough-yeah , that was more her style . chase 's fingers fisted , then fell . `` and you noticed the ... ah ... visitor with your tongue down this guy's- '' `` i 've got a name . it 's simon chase . '' `` -throat ? '' she stared at jude . long and hard and waited until his blue gaze dropped . `` the visit came first . some sweet little ball of fluff sporting bite marks on her neck . '' jude sucked in a sharp breath . `` a lure ? '' vamps were known to use sexy women to draw in other prey . worked wonders for them . most folks were always attracted to a pretty package . you followed the package , and found hell waiting with open fangs . `` she was sent to deliver a message to me . '' chase glanced between them . `` why send the woman ? i mean , if you think a vampire sent her- '' she held up her unused stake . `` they knew i would n't hurt her . '' dee hesitated . chase did n't . `` the bitch told dee she was going to die . '' well , so much for subtle . that pretty much summed things up nicely . `` and you let her get away ? ''
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a very deep , rumbling growl . his beast had to be close . the six foot three , two-hundred-pound distraction shifted beside her . `` do n't count on it , '' chase murmured . her gaze jerked to his . and the bastard smiled at her . why , why did trouble always find her ? and why did this trouble have to be so sexy ? chapter 3 dee awoke screaming , her skin slickened with sweat and her drumming heartbeat rattling her chest . it took her a minute to banish the blood . to choke back the fear . so long ago , but the dreams still came . dee jumped out of bed . the neon digits of her clock glowed too brightly . four-oh-eight . she 'd slept for an hour . her t-shirt clung to her body , damp and too confining . every muscle in her body quivered . her skin burned and her belly knotted . damn dreams . it had been over three months since the last bout , and just when she 'd thought she was finally mastering the demons , they 'd come sneaking back . she paced across the room . no way would she be going back to sleep . adrenaline had her walking faster , faster . the apartment was too small . too hot in the summer . dee shoved open the balcony doors , but the air outside was even thicker , even hotter . her air conditioner droned with a low hum . not doing her a damn bit of good . love you , sandra dee . there was always trouble somewhere in this city . human killers . supernatural monsters . never any peace . not for her , not anywhere . no peace , but , maybe- maybe there was something else she could have . for just a little while . she turned around , fumbled for the card she 'd tossed on her nightstand . her fingers trembled when she touched the edge . the minute she 'd come home , she 'd balled up the card and tossed it into the garbage can . then she 'd dug it out . but- but her heart was n't slowing down . her skin was burning hot , and when she thought of simon , she pictured him and stopped seeing the blood . dee was so tired of the blood . a name and a number were typed in black letters across the white card . she could n't call him now . only one reason a woman called a man at this hour . yeah , one reason . a hard breath shook her chest . dee realized she could still taste him . still feel the press of his lips against hers . the brush of his tongue . he might not be alone . he probably was n't . a guy like him , oozing sex , he 'd probably snapped his fingers and- she put the card down . for an instant , she thought she saw red staining her fingers . no , no , just a memory . shaking her head , she walked toward the shower . a nice , cold shower , that was what she needed . dee grabbed the phone . dialed before she could stop herself . `` night watch . '' the private security line for the team . the one they called when they needed intel , twenty-four-seven . did you-did you run that check for me ? '' because she was a suspicious bitch , always would be . a faint hum on the line , then ... '' finished it earlier tonight . you want me to fax over the file ? '' `` go ahead and give me a quick and dirty rundown . '' because she had to know , right now , before she made a deadly mistake . `` and then send over the paperwork . '' she 'd want to know every detail later . `` simon lawrence chase . '' dee 's fingers tightened around the phone when grace began . so she ran background checks on all her potential lovers , what was wrong with that ? a woman had to be safe . these days , you never knew what you were dragging home . `` age thirty-four . '' it 'd been so hard to judge his age , he could have been younger or- '' born in new orleans , he left when he decided to be all he could be . '' with that long hair ? `` he 's not still serving . '' dee was definite on that . looks like he went merc for a while , '' grace said . merc . mercenary . a brief hesitation , then she asked the most important question , `` any sign he 's more than human ? '' she 'd had a demon lover once or twice . they were n't anything to complain about , for sure , they 'd been phenomenal in the sack , but a human- i can control him . `` there 's ... something else , though , dee . something you should know . '' always something to spoil her party . `` the records show his parents were killed a few years back .
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it went down as a b and e gone bad , but ... '' `` but you 're telling me it was n't a breaking and entering ? it was more ? '' often was . `` jewelry was snatched , the tvs and a computer were missing , and the parents , janice and ned chase had their throats slit . '' a slit throat . the easiest way to cover a vamp attack . `` i made a call to a coroner i know down in new orleans . '' one of the reasons grace was so good at intel-the woman had connections everywhere . `` seems there was n't enough blood at the scene to match the severity of the wounds . '' because the parasites had drained them dry . no wonder the guy knew so much about vampires . personal experience . silence , then very softly , `` no , you do n't . '' the call ended and dee clenched the phone tight . he 'd passed the screen , and his past was as screwed up as her own . or as safe as a lover could be for her . her fingers dialed quickly . no stupid voice whispering in her mind , no- `` dee . '' just that , her name . breathed with need . with the same lust that was tightening her ni**les and making her sex clench . her own breath came out in a hard rush . course he would have known she was calling . in this techno crazy age , her name would have appeared instantly on his caller id . he asked , a dark demand . she pulled at her shirt , trying to break it away from her hot flesh . `` what do you want , sandra dee ? '' her sex quivered . just that voice , whispering to her in the dark . probably had some stacked bimbo crawling all over him . a sensual demand . `` apartment b-6 , groves terrace . '' his breath rushed over the line . then , click . she knew he was coming . dee hung up the phone and paced to the edge of the bed . she lifted the mattress and checked to make sure her gun was close . she always kept her weapons close . her gaze darted to her hands . fuck , f**k , f**k-talk about some serious bad timing . simon jumped out of his mustang and stared up at the apartment on the left , the one with the white terrace and the french doors open on the second floor balcony . she 'd moved fast . faster than he 'd expected , but he was n't about to turn away from her . if the lady wanted him , she 'd get him . screw the dawn . they had an hour . he 'd take more time later . now , now he 'd give her what she wanted . and make her need him more . because soon , she 'd have to need him more than she 'd ever needed anyone . need him enough to turn away from everything and everyone she knew . simon bounded up the flight of stairs . he raised his hand to pound on the door . dee wrenched open the door . she stood there , clad in a thin t-shirt that cupped her br**sts , a t-shirt that barely skimmed the tops of her pale thighs , and she stared at him with those dark , wide eyes . simon tried to jerk his tongue back inside his mouth . `` uh , sandra- '' `` dee . '' her fingers fisted around the front of his shirt , and she jerked him inside . `` ah , what 's the rush- '' `` do n't want the neighbors to see . '' she had neighbors who were awake at four thirty in the morning ? and since when was he the woman 's dirty little secret ? `` i do n't want forever . '' his eyes widened at that . `` i do n't want you to tell me that you love me . i do n't want lies or promises that you wo n't keep . '' he kicked the door shut behind him . yeah , but they were wet . she 'd said she wanted him and she did , no denying her body 's response , but even before her lips parted , he knew she was going to say- `` i just want to forget . '' yes , he 'd known she would say that , because he knew her . but dee was n't his enemy . she was- she stepped away . caught the edge of her t-shirt and tossed it to the floor . his c**k jerked against the zipper of his jeans . small br**sts , but perfect . round , with light brown ni**les . tight ni**les , ready for his mouth and- the couch was behind her . swept her back and dropped her onto the cushions . then he followed and took a nipple into his mouth because he had to taste . his lips closed around the peak and his tongue laved her . her moan filled his ears and her hips thrust up against him . the woman 's arousal flooded his nostrils . rich , wet cream . the edge of his teeth pressed against her flesh and she shivered . not fear , no , not even close .
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he kissed his way across her chest . the faint ridges of scar tissue pressed against his mouth . long , thin lines . light white now because sandra dee was a fast healer . she could have died . he knew about the attack . he 'd done his research , too . he caught her other nipple . sucked her with tongue and lips . her fingers clenched against his shirt , jerked it up , and then she touched his flesh . hot , fast fingers that skated over him . he rocked against her , driving the fully erect length of his c**k against her sex . dee 's legs were open , spread , and when he 'd lowered her onto the couch , he 'd pushed between them . the better to play . the better to torture himself . `` lose the jeans , '' she ordered , her voice a husky rasp , and her fingers were on his stomach , sliding down , aiming for the button of his jeans . `` you 're not calling the shots here , babe . '' her eyes were wide , so brown and deep , but burning with a hungry fire . her lips had parted- he kissed her . drove his tongue deep inside and tasted the wild honey and spice that was dee . sweet and wild-the perfect flavor for his little vampire slayer . the dark hunger built within him . feeding the lust that he chained back . tempting , tempting so much ... her tongue swiped against his . give her what she wants . no , no , she did n't even know what she wanted . he tore his mouth from hers and tried to ignore the spreading darkness within . dawn comes . her pulse pounded against his mouth . fast with excitement . bursting with life . testing now , he let his teeth score her flesh . she jerked , but did n't fight . he chained her hands over her head , caught her wrists and held them against the couch with his left hand . dee probably thought she could break away from him at any time . the lady did n't know how wrong she was . she should have known better than to invite him inside . now he held the power and she did n't even realize it . his teeth wanted to press harder into her skin . part of him wanted her to know the danger . his right hand trailed down her body . soft flesh , covering a finely muscled body . dee was a fighter , no denying it or the marks of the past that scarred her pale skin . his fingers paused over her belly . flat and smooth . his mouth opened wider . her hands jerked free in an instant . had n't expected that . she shoved against him , once , hard . simon raised up and stared down at her . so many lights were on in her house . lights against the dark . `` do n't play the vamp game on me . that shit does n't get me off . '' `` and it sure as hell ca n't work for you . '' ah , so she 'd already done her research on him . that meant he had to let grace go free . he could have used her services again . `` if you ca n't deliver , get the hell out . '' just what he 'd expect from a hunter like her . but her eyes were wild . not just with lust but with fear . her lips trembled and he knew , better than others , what demons rode her . `` i 'm not going any place . '' fuck the dawn . he 'd make her forget all right . and make her always remember him and what he could give to her . his fingers caught the edge of her panties . plain white cotton . the panties should n't have been sexy . on her , they were . he eased down , lowering his head , and kissed her through the fabric . her hips shot up at the sensual touch . he could read the words on her face though she did n't speak a word . `` you 'll have to , '' he said and meant it . sooner or later , there would be no choice . he licked his lips and knew he could n't stop . his c**k was nearly bursting , so full he hurt , and the woman who 'd crept into his mind and twisted his fantasies into nightmares quivered beneath him . his to pleasure . her scent was so much richer now and the hunger inside had only grown stronger . his teeth caught the band of elastic . he jerked his head and the fabric tore . no distance here . no walls . he would n't allow them . his fingers ripped away the torn panties and tossed them across the room . easing his fingers into the blond curls between her legs , he found her plump , wet , and hot . just the way he liked a woman . her breath hissed out when he touched her clit . a hard press with his thumb then a slow caress with his fingers . he 'd learned long ago how to pleasure a woman . how to make her moan and beg . how to make her scream . he wanted dee to scream for him .
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his index finger found her opening . the back of his zipper was going to be permanently indented on his dick at this rate . another finger thrust inside and stretched her . dee 's neck arched . do n't tempt . his fingers wrapped around her thighs , and he opened her even wider to his touch and his stare . to his mouth . pink flesh , moist and waiting . his lips touched her first . a light caress . gentle and easy . `` simon , more ! '' no gentle and easy command there . his tongue swiped over her clit and she jolted . his fingers tightened around her thighs , clamping down harder and he pulled her flush against his mouth . his tongue tasted , licked . his mouth worked the tight button of her desire . he felt her stiffen , felt the coil of her muscles , and he learned what she liked . what she loved . her thighs shook . her fingers latched onto his shoulders-the better to hold him tight . not that he was going anywhere . no damn place right then . his tongue stabbed into her sex . her taste , that sweet and spicy blend , filled his mouth , and he knew he could n't get enough . the tremble began in her sex , a telling tightening that he knew came right before orgasm . scream for me . he freed her thighs . his thumb pressed onto her clit . his tongue thrust into that tight slit- dee came against his mouth , her body bucking , her fingernails biting deep into his flesh . but the woman did n't make a sound . his gaze lifted and he saw her eyes go blind . the perfect lash of pleasure covered her face , but she bit her lip , holding back the cry of pleasure . he rose , licking his lips , tasting her and wanting to f**k her so badly that he burned . a bead of blood appeared on her lip . small , so red . his mouth lowered toward her . she turned her head away and his lips skated over her jaw . her nails retreated and he missed the bite immediately . her hands curved over him , hesitant now that the fire was slaked . `` that was ... ah ... nice . '' his eyes narrowed as he lifted his upper body . simon caught her chin and forced her to look at him . her tongue slicked over her lower lip , taking away that drop of blood . no , the woman had n't just said that to him . her smile came then , a slow curl that lit her face , then her eyes . `` maybe better than nice . '' should have known it . her bare legs shifted against his jean-clad thighs . `` a lot better , '' he told her definitely . `` the best you ever had , '' he continued , keeping his lips flat when they wanted to lift in response to the furrow that appeared between the brows . dee blinked , a long , slow blink . `` you do n't know what i 've had . '' he bit back the sudden fury that rose in him . `` do n't want to know , '' he gritted . her fingers slid between them and reached for the button on the jeans . `` let 's see what happens when we have- '' his jaw clenched . now this was the painful part . his balls would be blue all day long . `` i 've got to leave , babe . '' he rose from the couch and did n't bother dragging his gaze off her naked body as he straightened his own clothes . `` to take one very cold shower . '' honesty , finally . kind of felt good to be honest with her . her brows pulled low in confusion as she asked , `` why ? '' because sex right then was n't the way to gain her trust . the way to gain some hard , fast pleasure , hell yeah , but not the way to get to his end goal . `` because we 're going to be more than a fast f**k , sandra dee . '' `` dee . '' her br**sts heaved as she straightened . maybe he 'd have one more taste . he bent toward her and swiped his tongue over her nipple . could have been his sigh . could have been hers . a hard suck on that nipple , then he pulled back . `` the hours before dawn are hard , are n't they ? '' her breath came fast . everything he could . `` you needed me to fight the dark . you called , i came . '' well , not quite the coming he would have liked . i gave but i did n't take a single thing from you . '' next time , he would n't be so nice . especially since being nice was n't really in his genetic makeup . his gaze dropped to her sex . she rose but did n't bother reaching for her clothes . he could lift her up , shove into her , and take the woman right there . dee was so light , he 'd hold her and thrust and make her scream . pleasure , not pain .
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because he could do that , too , no matter what the whispers said . `` i think you understand me better than anyone else . '' he let the words fall between them and managed to drag his gaze up to hers . `` i did my research , dee , just like i know you did yours . '' not even a flicker of expression . but she reached for her shirt . tugged it on with steady hands . `` we both know what it 's like when the monsters come . '' he would n't say anything else . simon turned away and marched for the door . dee did n't stop him . he did n't expect her to . that was , after all , part of the plan . when he yanked open her door , the first rays of sunlight hit him . `` more than a f**k , dee . '' `` when you need me , you know how to find me . '' squaring his shoulders , he headed into the light . and not once did he glance back . chapter 4 when night fell , coming with its thick , hot darkness and moonless sky , dee headed back to onyx . there 'd been no sign of the woman since their last encounter , and she 'd spent all day using every one of night watch 's contacts in hope of finding sunshine . so dee figured she 'd better let the woman find her again . and that was why her butt was parked once again at the bar . her gaze scanned the crowd . pretty light since it was only a little past nine . the heavy hitters would come in later . her stare tracked across the room , not lingering too long , looking for the tall , muscled length of- `` hell . '' dee ground her back teeth together as she caught herself . the object was to find the woman from last night , not chase . not the man who 'd given her a fast , hard ride straight into one of her better orgasms , then walked away . walked away . what had been up with that ? more than a f**k. she spun toward the bartender . `` a beer , mike . the cheaper , the better . '' one drink , that was all she ever allowed herself when she hunted . a big , long glass mirror ran the length of the bar and dee stared at her reflection . wow-was that her hair ? maybe she should- her eyes locked on a man . don't-give-a-damn swagger . the man was double-timing it to the exit . running from her ? or chasing something ? `` hold the beer . '' she shoved away from the bar . `` be back in five . '' the exit door had already swung shut , but dee rushed forward . if there was a hunt , she 'd be in on the action . and if there was n't ... well , she had a few things to say to mr. more than a fuck . her fingers clamped around the door knob . just in case , she went out silently , armed , ready . just an empty back lot . the vampire stared into the human female 's eyes , enjoying the soft ebb and flow of her blood . her heart raced as he crossed to her . with every step , the blood flowed faster . `` she was right where you said she 'd be . a quick swipe of her tongue across those ripe red lips . `` i-i could have killed her for you . such an eager little helper . he trailed his fingertip down her cheek . he did n't remember her last name . `` i 'd do anything for you , '' she whispered and her eyes were so wide and blue . because she wanted to live forever . because lisa , with her thin thighs and her big br**sts and her perfect face , was aging . one faint line at a time . `` i 'm not afraid to kill . '' her chin lifted even as she swayed toward him . he 'd love to have one more taste of her . fresh blood was always the best . `` no , you 've proven that . '' she 'd brought prey to him that very first night . his fingers trailed down her throat and curled over that frantic pulse . `` but are you afraid to die ? '' hope lit her eyes . `` you 're going to do it ? you 're going to change me ? '' her smile stretched her face . `` i 'm not afraid , i want- '' `` good . '' then he lifted the weapon he 'd kept hidden and stabbed her . right in that laboring heart . she choked at first , probably on her own blood because he saw the trickle of red slide from the corner of her mouth . those wide eyes filled with pain and shock because this was n't the death she 'd expected . because he hated for all that good blood to go to waste , he bent toward her , and licked those sweet drops away from her lips . then he let her body fall . time to get the other bitch . now this was just ... weird . dee shoved the stake back into her ankle holster .
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she tilted her head , straining to pick up some sound to indicate movement , but she just caught the muted beat of music . maybe he 'd circled back around to the front of the building . but that fast ? her gaze darted to the row of cars nestled on the left . she did n't see anyone over there , but ... dee stalked to the vehicles , aware of a growing tension in her body . last night , a woman had told her she 'd die here . being back now , okay , that would make anyone nervous . narrowing her eyes , she caught sight of a small , red vehicle . wait-that was- a rush of wind behind her . she did n't need to look back to know she was n't alone anymore . `` i was wondering when you 'd show up , '' she muttered . her fingers were just a few inches away from her gun holster . so if she was right and a vamp had just closed in on her-damn but they were almost as quiet as shifters these days-then a gunshot would n't kill him . but it would still hurt . and it would give her the precious minutes she needed to stake the ass**le . `` i have been watching you , '' he said , his voice clipping a bit with an english accent . she turned , slowly , to face the vampire . her fingers brushed the holster . `` and i 've been waiting on you . '' dee shook her head . `` did n't your mother ever tell you it 's wrong to make a woman wait ? '' long and sharp . as she watched , his blue eyes faded to black . a vamp in full hunting mode . `` i 'm not here to play with you . '' that black stare raked her . `` then i guess we better skip the fore-play , huh ? '' no way to tell if this was the born master or one of his minions because the borns , they always had freaking minions . `` maybe we should just get around to the death part . '' dee jerked out her gun and fired , six times , dead center in his chest . flesh and bone torn away , blood splattered around them . dee stood so close that the bastard 's blood rained on her . but he did n't flinch . did n't fall to his knees . did n't stumble . just stared at her , and smiled . `` you 'll wish i killed you , before it 's over . '' she still had more bullets . this time , dee aimed for the head . her finger tightened around the trigger-and they attacked . five , no , six vamps jumped from the darkness , teeth and claws out and ready to kill . dee did n't waste breath on a scream . she fired , fired until the trigger just clicked . they took her down and her body hit the ground , hard . but , twisting like a snake beneath the fists and bodies , she managed to grab her stake-new weapon , new fight . dee swiped out at them , too aware that she 'd made a fatal mistake and walked right into their trap . you 're dead , dee . sunshine 's voice rang in her head . no one will mourn . no one will even miss you when you 're rotting in the ground . simon had just walked into onyx when he heard the distinct thunder of gunfire . his gaze scanned the big room . dee , be here . a curvy redhead walked by him , a wide smile on her lips . `` hi there , handsome , i'm- '' `` not interested . '' he brushed by her and cut a quick path to the bar . he slammed his hands down on the counter . `` i 'm looking for a woman . '' the bartender did n't glance up . `` try looking behind you . '' growling , simon leaned over the counter and grabbed the idiot 's shirt . whiskey spilled over his hand . `` you remember the woman i was with last night . '' `` you kidding me ? do you know how many chicks come in here every night ? no way do i- '' `` small . blond hair she 'd hacked to pieces . tight ass and lips that- '' `` her . '' the bartender pointed one hand to the left . simon thrust him back . he spun around- and came face to face with a demon . not just any demon . another night watch hunter . the guy looked like a human , but simon knew he was far more monster than man . simon snarled , `` you 're supposed to be watching her ass . '' `` thought that was what you were doing last night . '' the music had kicked up . the band blasted some screaming shit and-was that another shot ? `` out of my way , '' simon ordered . simon shoved the bastard back , a good three feet , and ran for the exit even as the demon shattered a table before he hit the floor . a kick sent the door flying open . he could smell her , that wild scent drifting in the air .
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simon rushed forward and saw the gun tossed on the ground . her gun . but he could n't see his little hunter . maybe dead . growling , he took off into the night , following the scent of the blood trail as fast as he could . dee had made her attackers bleed and that sweet scent would take him right to her . if he could get there in time . the wail of sirens woke her . a loud , hard scream she 'd heard too many times before . dee fought to open her eyes . a groan tore from her lips as pain wracked her body . the breath she 'd tried to suck in now choked out as realization crashed into her . had she taken them down ? or had they taken her ? the stench hit her then . the coppery odor she 'd first caught long ago and had never forgotten . she squinted , trying to see . but it was so dark . she shoved up and a blast of agony burned through her head at the move . shit that hurt . her hands slapped down as she struggled for balance , and something sticky and wet coated her fingertips . the scent hit her again , stronger now that she was aware , striking like a hard punch in the face . bile rose and she choked , scared , sick . she scrambled back , but hit something . something soft and still . her eyes narrowed as she strained to see but the darkness was too perfect . her hands fumbled , reaching out . cold to the touch . a hip . then-oh , god , no- a loud boom blasted to her right and light exploded on her as-what ? a door ? -flew open . her head jerked at the sound and the move sent fire burning through the base of her skull . `` oh , damn , what the hell happened ? '' that voice ... simon . a crack of light shot in behind him , illuminating the sparse interior of her hell . she glanced away from him , following the horror in his eyes to see the body . high-end clothes , soaked red . long , tangled black hair covered half of the woman 's face . a face she knew . little miss sunshine lay dead beneath her hands . not a pretty death . too brutal . dee 's fingertips fluttered around the wooden stake that had been driven into the other woman 's heart . `` i-i didn't- '' her hands flew back . sunshine had been a human . in life , and in death . dee tried to scramble up , but she slipped and fell in the blood that coated the floor . but no one had helped her . dee ? '' simon grabbed her and lifted her into his arms . yeah , but the other woman was dead . she could n't remember anything . not since the alley , when all those vamps jumped her- her hand flew to her neck . had she been bitten ? if they 'd bitten her , they 'd be able to get into her head . sick , twisted freaks . simon turned away from the body . `` we 've got to get the hell out of here ! '' his hold bruised her . `` no , no , we ca n't leave her . the cops- '' `` are about to storm the place any minute . '' the sirens screamed , so close now . dee heaved against him , but he just clamped his hands tighter around her and ran from the pit . no , not a pit , she realized as more light spilled onto her . some kind of warehouse ? simon raced outside , holding her tight . yeah , a warehouse . with some boarded-up windows , a condemned sign on the side , and a few streetlights spilling light on her hell . `` the cops find you here , your ass will be headed for jail . '' he all but shoved her into his car . the smell of leather flooded her nostrils but it could n't block the stench of blood . sunshine 's blood had stained her skin . dee glanced up just as simon cranked the engine , then he gunned the mustang and they flew forward with a snarl of the motor . `` we ca n't ... leave the scene . '' her mind was n't working right . everything seemed slow . the streetlights too bright . dee squinted as she ran a hand over the back of her head . when dee touched the fist-sized knot at the base of her skull , her breath rasped out . what did they do to me ? simon jerked the wheel to the right and turned down a street . the mustang snaked through alleys and back roads , taking so many turns that dee felt dizzy . she 'd thought she knew the city . her eyes squeezed shut and she saw- a stake , driven deep into the woman 's chest . the word broke from her lips as her eyes cracked open . `` she was a ... lure . she should n't have been- '' `` dee . '' simon spared her a glance . `` focus for me .
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how much of the blood is yours ? did the bastards bite you ? '' the steady pounding in her head had nausea rolling through her . okay , that sounded normal . her tongue seemed so thick in her mouth . `` the woman ... '' `` fuck , dee ! she 's dead ! she was part of a setup ! the vamps left you there , with a stake-probably one of yours-in that woman 's heart , and they sent the police to find you . '' the sirens-how had the police known to come ? he took another corner and the tires squealed . `` what do you think would have happened when the cops found you crouched over a dead human ? '' the throbbing was worse . she could actually hear the pulses . `` got ... friends who are cops . '' they would 've listened to her . tony-she could count on him . `` t-tony ... '' okay , that had been slurred . `` hell ! you 're about to pass out , are n't you ? '' dee ! '' he hit the brakes and she fell forward . the seat belt she did n't remember buckling-maybe he had ? -cut across her chest . i 've got to know ... it 's important . did they bite you ? '' the street lights did n't seem so bright anymore . or maybe her eyes were just closed . hard to tell for sure . `` maybe , '' she whispered and the last thing she heard was- `` fuck . '' death had a way of making the beautiful ... ugly . baton rouge police captain antonio `` tony '' young stared down at the body before him . he was used to the blood , so the stench and the sight did n't bother him . this was n't his first time to find a horror/freak show crime scene . would n't be his last either . he crouched beside the body and a soundless whistle passed his lips . someone had screwed up . he could see the bite marks on the woman 's neck , so yeah , she 'd been a vamp chew toy , but- but she had n't been a vamp . the movies and tv shows had vampire killings all wrong . when vamps were staked , they did n't age or shrivel or explode into dust . nothing so fancy . but the change was there . you just had to know what you were looking for to see it . at death , well , their second death , anyway , a vamp 's elongated fangs retracted . the darkness in their eyes-the darkness that came when they hunted-faded away . their bodies stiffened , hardening immediately so that when an me looked later , the tod was never right . no way could you determine the time of death for a vamp , just could n't happen . their skin whitened , not slowly turning ashy and yellow like a human 's . no , the skin drained of color until the flesh was the starkest of whites , and the drain was nearly instantaneous . those signs were always dead giveaways that you were dealing with a vamp . those indicators , and the wooden stake that was generally lodged in the chest . hard to miss the stake . `` oh , man , is that who i think it is ? '' the uniform next to antonio pressed in a bit too close . antonio slapped his hand against his chest . `` do n't even think about screwing up my crime scene . '' like things were n't screwed up enough . that tip they 'd received ... '' two women fighting , screaming , someone needs help at belmont and queens . the crazy bitch was screaming about vampires . '' screaming about vampires-and now the victim had been staked . `` captain , do n't you recognize her ? '' he turned to stare at the uniform . red spots blotched the kid 's face . another body . another case that would give him heartburn . could n't the supernaturals ever back off ? a quick swipe of the cop 's tongue . `` she 's lisa durant . you know , senator durant 's niece . i saw-i saw her on tv a few weeks back . she was ... '' his gaze fell to the body . antonio 's back teeth locked . senator 's niece . keeping this quiet would be a bitch . he glanced back at the stake . `` jon ... is that what i think it is ? '' not enough light to tell for sure from this angle , but that looked like- the crime scene tech who 'd crouched beside the body shot him a grin . `` bloody fingerprints . antonio 's hand ran over his face . `` run 'em , and give the report to me . '' his eyes held jon 's . `` only me , you got that ? '' jon gave a grim nod . because he had a feeling the supernatural shit was about to hit the fan in his city . somebody shook her .
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`` you 've got to wake up . that hit you took to the head left you concussed . you ca n't sleep . '' but she really wanted to , just a little longer anyway . one hard enough to rattle her teeth . she managed to crack open one eye . `` should you really ... shake a woman with a ... concussion ? '' a brief grin turned up his lips . `` it was either shake you or maybe let you slide into a coma . '' something wet and cold pressed against the back of her neck and dee sucked in a fast breath . the grin flashed again . was the guy enjoying her pain or what ? `` the ice will make the giant knot go away sooner . '' both of her eyes opened . dee realized she was on a couch , propped up against some cushions , and simon , he was over her , around her . one hand held her shoulder , urging her close , while the other anchored the ice pack at the base of her skull . mere inches separated their faces . his smoky eyes were so deep and intense . she noticed his lashes then . really long , dark lashes . weird , because his face was hard and- `` you back with me this time ? '' she blinked , realizing that though her skull still throbbed , the grogginess of before was gone . `` yeah , i ... think so . '' if she could stop being an idiot and gazing into his eyes like some lovesick teen with a crush . dee fumbled for the ice pack . `` i've-i 've got this . '' okay , so maybe she was n't being the most gracious victim . good southern manners had never been her strong suit . simon 's hand fell away and she pressed the frigid pack against her head . `` do n't worry ... about me , '' she managed . `` i 'm a fast healer . '' for a human , anyway . she dragged her gaze away from him and scanned the room . bare walls . no photos , no paintings . a tv , dvd player , game consoles . and in the corner ... what was that ? a p**n magazine ? `` ah , your place ? '' the ice shifted beneath her fingers . `` look , simon , i appreciate you trying to come to my aid- '' `` i saved your ass , dee , again . '' true , though she was a bit sketchy on the details . `` i do n't ... i ca n't remember what happened after i left the alley . '' the vamps had jumped her . she 'd fired her gun . run out of bullets . started staking . they 'd knocked her down . her head had thudded into the ground and- `` i woke up in her blood . '' she did n't even know the woman 's name . another vic . so many nameless faces . simon began to ease back . dee 's left hand grabbed for him . `` thought you just said you did n't remember . '' dee swallowed and hoped she was telling the truth . `` i would n't kill a human . '' `` you had the stake against her heart last night . '' `` to scare her , not to kill her ! '' oh , bad idea . shouting made the throbbing much worse . `` simon , trust me , i-i would n't kill a human , not after what happened to- '' she broke off , clamping her lips together . a bump on the head had made her super chatty ? dee realized her fingers were digging into his wrist . with an effort , she unclamped and nodded . `` you tell me why you 're so gung-ho against the vamps , and make me believe you 'd never stake an unarmed woman . then we 'll see about talking trust . '' the ice had begun to melt . a trickle of water slid down the back of her neck . `` my story 's not so different from yours . '' he wanted her soul naked-that was the way it would have to be . because right now , she needed him . until i can find out what the hell is happening . `` when i was fifteen , i came home to find a bloodbath at my house . '' dee ignored that soft voice whispering in her head . the voice of the girl she 'd been a lifetime ago . she cleared her throat and said , `` my date dropped me off at the door . my first date . '' he 'd wrapped his sweaty palms around her shoulders and given her a kiss . wet , sloppy , but her first kiss . then he 'd hightailed it out of there when he heard a thump from inside . vince had thought her dad was coming . the ex-marine , tough as nails guy who 'd been cleaning his gun before they left . `` dammit , i loved him so much , '' she murmured . that stupid gun . she 'd begged him to put the thing up before vince arrived .
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people did n't really do things like that , but he'd- `` the boy you were- '' a hard shake of her head . `` the lights were on when i went inside , but i could n't find anyone . '' but she 'd smelled a thick , hard odor . `` i found my dad first . he was in the hallway . his throat had been ripped open . '' she had n't screamed when she 'd seen him . she should have , she 'd even tried , but her breath had been gone . she 'd dropped to her knees next to him . his precious gun had still been in his hands . her dad never loaded the thing so it had n't done him a bit of good . simon 's fingers skated down her cheek and dee realized she 'd dropped her gaze . his hand curled under her chin and he forced her to look at him again . better him than the past . `` i found my sister next . '' she paused , felt the pain . `` she was seven . '' they 'd killed her in her bedroom , right there next to sara 's pretty pink bed and her tall , white doll house . `` some vamps get off on children 's blood . they think it makes them stronger , '' he said . `` dee , look at me . '' she was , but she could still see sara . `` she used to drive me crazy . i was so much older and- '' and simon probably did n't care . he did n't want to know what a bitch she 'd been to her kid sister . did n't want to know that she 'd run straight to sara 's room after finding her father , her heart burning her chest . when she 'd found sara , she 'd fallen . the scream had come then . breaking from her mouth and shattering her . `` i screamed for her , for help , and then i heard the footsteps coming . '' `` they would have heard you the minute you entered the house , '' simon said and his face hardened . `` the bastards were just playing with you . '' they 'd let her find the bodies , let the terror and grief break her , and they 'd crept out to watch her . then they 'd attacked . `` their mouths were stained with blood . when i saw their teeth , i-i did n't believe what i was seeing at first . '' because who would believe vampires were real ? that they 'd just slaughtered your family ? `` we 've been waiting for you , little sandra dee , waiting so long . '' dee jumped and the ice pack tumbled from her fingers . what the hell did you just say ? '' `` i said they were waiting for you , probably trying to make sure you were alone before they attacked . it 's the way the bastards work . '' because of a miracle . or , no , maybe because the devil had gotten bored and decided to stir up hell on earth . `` my mother came down the stairs . '' dee had gasped those words . one vamp had held her right arm , another her left . she 'd thought they were going to rip her apart . and the other vamp bastard-the one with the blond hair , coal black eyes , and the lying , kind face-he 'd watched her with a smile . her mother had stumbled down the steps . thick , gaping wounds covered her neck . `` the vamps had n't been easy with her . '' a rusty , broken laugh . `` when are they ever easy ? '' a kind kill was n't generally an option for vampires . they liked prey to suffer . blood had soaked her mother 's shirt . her face ... '' she was so pale . and her eyes , they were- '' changing . fading from a brilliant gold to dark shadows . she had n't known what that darkness meant . `` they laughed when they saw her . told her that she could n't have a drink . '' mom does n't drink . the stupid thought had been the fifteen-year-old 's . her mother never touched alcohol . his jaw locked but his gaze never wavered . `` finish it , '' he gritted . dee squeezed her eyes shut . just like her mother 's eyes . were all vampires really bad ? some hunters claimed a vampire lost his soul when he was transformed . that goodness died and only evil remained . a shifter had told her that once-he 'd said the decay and the rot that he smelled from vamps came from the decay inside , where a soul should be . maybe the old fox had been full of bullshit , but she 'd asked jude and he 'd said he caught the same stench any time a vamp was near . except once , he 'd told her about a vamp in la who- `` how did you get away ? '' dee opened her eyes . `` she-she had a weapon . that thump i 'd heard before , she 'd broken a table . i guess they did n't think she had any fight left , but she did . ''
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a bit of pride there . `` when she reached the landing , she lunged and stabbed the lead bastard in the back . '' a moment of weakness . that was all she 'd needed . just a moment . `` go , sandra dee . go , '' she whispered her mother 's last words . i ran and i left her there . '' rage and fear had twisted her stomach as she rushed down the hall and out of the house . `` i left her , '' she repeated , voice still soft . the other vamps had turned on her mother when she 'd stabbed the leader , and their attack had given dee that one moment to break away . the thought now was the same as it had been then . she had n't wanted to get help . she 'd wanted to find someone to kill the bastards in her house . `` i ran outside . went to a neighbor 's . '' they had n't been close . not close enough to hear her first scream . mark mckenley and his wife julie had wanted to go to her house , right away . they 'd called the cops , and mark had taken off with his old hunting shotgun . dee remembered rushing after him , screaming that the gun would n't be enough . `` something happened in my house . '' `` fire ... the smoke , i saw it the minute i went back outside . '' `` fire burns fast , you know . greedy flames , licking up the side of her house , peeling the paint away in thick bubbles , eating at her home . `` i know , '' his gruff whisper . julie had held her back . mark , sixty , with stooped shoulders and shaking hands , had burst into the burning house , screaming her mother 's name . he 'd stayed inside , until the firefighters arrived and dragged his body out . she had n't even been able to look at julie after that . `` the cops and firefighters did n't believe me when i told them what happened . '' hell , they 'd probably thought she was crazy or high . `` the story ran in the paper a few days later . '' she 'd read it with tears streaming down her face . `` they ruled it a murder-suicide . after the fire stopped , the only remains they found inside were-well , they said they could identify mom , dad , and sara . '' `` no sign of the vamps , of course . '' understanding in the guttural word . `` they said my mom killed dad and sara , then she shoved a knife into her own throat . '' not her mom . not the woman who 'd sacrificed her own life so dee could get away . `` no one would believe me . '' the steady throb in her head was driving her crazy , but she 'd deal . to the streets . `` i took off on my own . '' with the stupid idea of finding the vamps who 'd attacked her family and killing them . but , at fifteen , she had n't known how to live on the streets . she 'd been close to starving a week later , dirty , cold . `` i managed to get by . '' like she could shrug away those dark years . `` then i met jason pak . '' no , he 'd found her . stalked her and found her in that roach-infested apartment she 'd bleed to pay for . `` pak . '' he echoed the name . most folks in baton rouge knew of pak , even if they had n't personally met the guy . bad reputations carried too easily . `` the first thing he told me ... he said i was n't crazy . '' but she 'd thought he was . `` he said he 'd teach me to kill the bastards . '' pak had always been a man of his word . `` i have n't found those vamps yet , but i will . '' then maybe she 'd stop hearing sara 's screams late at night . or maybe she 'd just hear them until she died . `` they did n't bite you that night ? '' a good thing , too , because most folks did n't understand just how dangerous even a little nip from a vamp could be . once a vampire took a victim 's blood , he had a psychic link with his prey . if he was strong enough , he could steal thoughts , memories , and send seductive whispers in the hours of darkness . some of them-those ancient born masters-it was possible they could even control their prey . get humans to follow their every twisted command . like sick , freaking puppets . dee never wanted to be a puppet . taking a deep breath , she shoved off the couch . their thighs brushed and she fought to ignore the wave of heat from that quick touch . her knees shook a little when she stood . for just a second , black spots danced before her eyes and the nausea rolled in her stomach .
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he was there , rising , too , and putting a bracing hand on her shoulder . do n't get used to him being there . that was how she lived her life . how she 'd keep on living it . she stiffened her spine and lifted her chin . dee was pretty sure there was no immediate threat of death . slowly , she turned to face simon . `` after what happened to my family , do you really think i 'd ever take a human 's life ? i 'd be the same as- '' them . stealing life , spilling blood . `` i do n't remember what happened in that room , but i know i would n't have staked her . '' had they made her watch and she could n't even remember it ? had the woman begged her for help ? simon weighed her with icy eyes . silence filled the room , heavy and thick , then he gave a grim nod . `` if you 'd wanted to kill her , she would have been dead on the ground last night . '' not a ringing endorsement , but she 'd take what she could get . then it was her turn to pause because this part , yeah , it would be awkward . well , hell , not like he had n't already had her naked . she 'd bared her soul to him , a small favor really was n't so much to ask in return . `` i played your game , told you the hell from my past , now i want one thing from you . '' `` you know you can crash here until we find out what's-uh , dee ? '' her shirt hit the coffee table . the pounding in her head kicked up a notch . she 'd had to yank the shirt off . blood had stained and hardened the fabric , and she never wanted to see the shirt again . dee toed out of her shoes . jerked open her jeans and- `` just what kind of favor do you need , babe ? '' his voice had thickened , darkened , and when she glanced up , dee saw that those smoky eyes of his did n't look so cold anymore . no , not cold at all . she shoved down the jeans . `` i do n't remember what happened-that means they could have done anything to me . '' `` i ... need you to check me . '' it would have to be a full body check . no way could she take chances . `` check you ? '' `` for bite marks . '' chapter 5 oh , but he 'd sure like to take a bite . simon swallowed and let his gaze slide over dee 's pale flesh . the woman knew how to strip , fast . a simple black bra and matching panties covered her . well , covered what he most wanted to see , and she stood there , shoulders back , small br**sts out , and told him ... `` i 'm going to need a full body check . '' `` this is serious , simon . it 's not like a damn mosquito . if i 've even got one bite , i'll- '' `` what ? '' real curious now . `` if they bit you , there 's not a damn thing you can do about it now . '' her hands lifted , hovered between them . `` i just- '' her eyes widened as she stared at her fingers . `` her blood 's still on me . on my hands . '' her fingernails were tinted red . steaks of blood had dried on the back of her hand . `` sink . '' snapped out . he pointed to the bathroom and watched her dash away as he enjoyed the tight ripple of her ass . he followed slowly , the better to enjoy the view . dee wrenched on the water and , with his temperamental faucet , it flew everywhere . but she did n't so much as flinch beneath the lash of what he knew to be icy cold water . simon stalked closer and watched as she grabbed his soap and began to all but scrub the flesh off her fingers . after about five minutes , he told her , `` i think you 've got it . '' dropped the soap . the rush of the water seemed too loud to him . always did , though . `` check me . '' she growled the words . `` i 've got to know . '' he eased up behind her , and he saw her elbow move as she turned off the water . but dee did n't turn to face him . the lights blazed in the small bathroom , giving him a perfect view of her body . small , fragile ... sexy . even though she was small , the woman really had a fine ass . maybe it was those panties . they hugged her curves so very , very well . his fingertips skimmed her shoulders . he caught the sharp inhalation of her breath . his gaze lifted from that sweet ass and scanned the rest of her body . okay , his c**k was so hard that it was about to bust through his jeans , but he 'd hold onto control and manage to focus for a while . he had to , for her .
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this-his fingers trailed over her small shoulder blades-was important . because if she 'd been bitten , then she 'd been compromised . she 'd be a risk to herself , to her friends . not that a bite would change his plans . no way would he abandon her now . not when he 'd really just found her . `` the bra 's got to come off . '' not like he could manage much more than that . simon figured he was lucky to be able to speak right then . his fingers slipped under the straps , then trailed down to the hook . if the vamps had fed on her , they would have tried to hide the mark . they would n't want her aware . the better to keep track , to torment . he unhooked the snap . pushed the bra off her shoulders and let it fall . simon had one damn good idea why the vamps had let dee keep breathing and why they 'd tried to set her up . word on the street was that certain vamps had plans for sandra dee . plans of pain and madness . death would have been too easy . his mouth hovered over her , right above her shoulder . the skin looked so tender . he could- `` what do you see ? '' simon jerked back . `` let me check your front . '' a huff , but she spun around . his eyes widened when he saw her tight ni**les . still wet from the spray of water . pointed , arching right up to him . the woman had a concussion for shit 's sake . he could n't devour her now , no matter how hungry he might feel . he was n't that much of a bastard . her hands clamped on him . breathy there . hungry-just like me . because she felt it , too . the lancing heat of lust . when she was close , he burned . he slapped his hands against the sink , caging her . he let his eyes touch her flesh , the way his hands and mouth wanted to do so badly . of course , the move just made those br**sts arch more . con-cus-sion . his gaze raked across her flat stomach . down to the black bikini panties . `` trust me , simon , i 'd know if i 'd been bitten there . '' he sure did n't need that sensual temptation then , anyway . he wrapped his hands around her waist and he lifted her . he put her down on the counter-probably with a bit too much force-and reached for her legs . her eyes so dark . almost like a vampire 's . he caught her right leg . curved his fingers around the flesh and stroked upward . no breaks in the skin . her skin was so silken and soft . as he touched her , his heart slammed into his ribs . simon pressed a kiss against her thigh . a soft rasp came from dee . his fingers stilled around her knee . `` if i find something , what are you gon na do ? '' `` i 'll get as far away from those bastards as i can . '' the more distance , the less control they 'd have . a lesson he knew well . she whispered and there was a quaver of fear in that husky voice . he caught her left leg . stroked her calf , worked up her leg and curved his fingers over her thigh . `` i do n't think they touched you . '' they would n't have dared . not if they were following orders , and he suspected that there were definite orders out for dee . they 'd jerked her around . had their fun . break her , but do n't taste . an old order he 'd once heard a vampire give . he left his hand on her thigh . such smooth skin . such strong muscle beneath the silk . only one more place to check , and she 'd already told him that sweet spot was off limits . `` you 're clear , '' he gritted and shoved back . dee blinked at him . then her gaze dropped , fell to his crotch , to the bulging hard-on he knew there was no hope of hiding . not like he wanted to hide the thing anyway . he wanted dee . but not when she was still spinning from an attack . he stepped back , giving her some room , and yanked off his shirt . simon stared at those br**sts . that deep , rich scent that was dee . could have found her corpse . the stake could have been lodged in her heart . then what the hell would i have done ? simon tossed dee his shirt . the thing would swallow her . her fingers fisted in the material , catching it easily . `` simon , i- '' `` get . he sucked in a harsh gulp of air . `` or get f**ked because , babe , it is a very near thing . '' a gentleman , no , he 'd never been that . the woman might not realize it , but he was trying for her .
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from the freaks out there who were after her , and even from himself . slowly , taking her sweet time about it , dee stuck her arms into the sleeves of the shirt . she had n't put her bra back on-what , did she want to torture him ? he could see the tips of her ni**les and he had n't gotten to taste them and- simon spun away from her . `` just so you know , '' he growled . `` i was an idiot the other night . '' should have taken her . would have made things easier . `` so what 's your excuse now ? '' his head swung back toward her . `` the concussion that has you trembling , your eyes dilated , and your speech still slurred . '' okay , not really slurred . he 'd just thrown that one out for fun and to make his point . the woman was barely on her feet , if he took her , no-no . `` so , when i 'm healed , it 's game on ? '' was this some bluff ? some tease ? she 'd learn soon enough he was n't the teasing kind . her smile punched him in the gut and had him almost weaving . `` because i 'm tired of waiting on your hard-to-get ass . '' the laughter came from him , a little rusty and a little too hard . that smile of hers widened , showing her pretty white teeth . then she laughed with him , even as she put up a hand to touch the base of her head . he could n't look away from the fullness of her lips . headed straight to hell , following a woman who would never be an angel . antonio entered the night watch building just before dawn . hunters milled around , voices buzzed . the place was always the busiest at night . the darkness was the best cover for catching prey . he hurried past the line of back offices , a file gripped tightly in his left hand . rounding a corner , he headed down that last , lonely stretch of space- `` sir ? sir , may i help- '' new assistant . antonio halted . leave it to pak to be breaking someone new in now . turning slowly , he eyed pak 's new pa . the woman looked to be pushing seventy . her hair was a white mane , and her dark eyes were narrowed behind her wire-framed glasses . her shoulders had stooped with time , just a bit . the woman looked like a small wind could slam her against the wall . she also looked like she was someone 's grandmother . but , knowing pak and the folks he liked to employ , odds were good that the woman was a witch . or ... who the hell knew what else . flashing his badge in a quick move , antonio said , `` i need to speak with pak . or else he would n't have dragged his butt across town . he would have been at home , in bed , dreaming of- `` why you want to see him ? '' her thin lips pursed . `` ca n't say , ma'am . this is a private matter . '' but when the news got hold of this story ... pak 's door opened down the hallway . a soft creak that had antonio 's shoulders stiffening . `` antonio , come on in . '' he inclined his head , casting one last glance at the woman . she moved her head in the faintest of regal acknowledgments . he marched into pak 's office . the door closed behind him with that same creak . pak did n't sit . the guy just stared at antonio with his dark , can't-read-me eyes . after about thirty seconds , pak asked , `` where is my hunter ? '' and antonio knew they were on the same page . he handed pak the file . `` do n't know , but we damn well need to find out . '' he exhaled and fought to keep his voice flat , unemotional . because he cared about dee . more than he 'd ever cared for another woman . `` we 've got trouble , pak . '' the guy that was night watch grunted as his eyes scanned the typed notes . `` her fingerprints were on the murder weapon . '' `` does n't mean anything , '' antonio said , even though he knew he should n't . he should at least pretend to be impartial , but-this was dee . `` someone could have lifted one of her weapons . the lady 's got too damn many stakes . i 've been telling her that for years . '' but dee always had the weapons . she hid them around her apartment for god 's sake . not that he really blamed her , with her past . pak 's fingers whitened around the file . `` someone saw dee attack the victim on the previous night ? '' yeah , and that shit was the part that was biting them all in the ass .
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`` i 've got two witnesses who told uniforms they saw dee fighting with a woman matching the victim 's description the night before . they were behind onyx . the bartender there id 'd dee . '' `` she was working a case . '' a fierce growl . `` you know she does n't hurt humans . '' dee 's number one rule . `` she left the crime scene . we 've got hair samples that i 'm sure will match her . '' had to match , everything else was so nice and neat . like it had been gift wrapped for him . `` her leaving ... man , that does n't look good . '' pak glanced up at him . those eyes were as dark as a demon 's . well , when a demon let the glamour drop anyway . `` we 're not sure dee left willingly . '' with steady fingers , pak placed the file on top of his perfectly arranged desk . `` there 's been no contact from dee since she was last seen by zane on the mission . her car is still at the bar . she has n't gone back to her house . she 's made no attempt to contact the agency . '' `` at this point , i ca n't say for certain . '' `` i can say that dee would never kill a human . '' not intentionally , anyway . `` what if things got away from her ? what if there was an attack and she was fighting the vampires and the woman-the woman attacked her , too ? '' he 'd sure been over all the different scenarios a dozen times . trying to find a reason , an excuse . `` she would have acted to defend herself . she would have- '' `` she would n't have left on her own . if that 's the way it went down , she would have stayed , waited for the cops . '' that was the way dee worked . `` you 're looking for her , '' antonio said , statement , not question . `` we 've got to be careful with this , very careful . '' the wrong word , the wrong ear to hear it , and the town would explode . `` the vic , she was the niece of craig durant-the senator . he 's already been calling the pd , talking to the da . '' `` this case wo n't disappear easily . '' no expression crossed pak 's face . `` thank you for coming to me with this information . i 'll remember how helpful you were to me . '' his eyes were so grainy they hurt . `` when my ass gets tossed off the force for sharing confidential info , i just hope you have a job for me . '' he turned away , marching for the door . pak 's soft voice . pak waited for the cop to leave . a good guy , if too grounded in human ways . he glanced at the manila file , then picked up his cell phone . dee 's number was one of the few automatically programmed in the phone because she was one of the few who mattered to him . the text message was short . cops are hunting you . dee would n't go to jail . he 'd never let that happen . stick to the case . kill the born bastard . before the born succeeded in killing her . `` why did n't they kill me ? '' dee asked as the first rays of dawn began to appear on the horizon . her favorite time . she loved it when the light kicked night 's ass across the sky . simon sat next to her . they were on his back porch . small , compact . two old rocking chairs that reminded her too much of her past . at her question , he turned to her and his eyes seemed shuttered . `` why do you think you 're still breathing ? '' she would n't have asked the question if she knew . what was this , some kind of freud crap ? `` they 're setting me up , and- '' her pocket vibrated . no , her phone . she 'd jerked on her jeans earlier , knotted simon 's shirt at her waist , and tried to feel normal . she 'd even found her phone , checked the battery , and thought about calling pak . she 'd also realized that if the vamps were truly setting her up , he might be ass-deep in cops . so she 'd waited . protocol for an agent in trouble was to wait , stay low for twenty-four hours , then seek contact . unless a superior from night watch contacted first . punched the buttons until she saw her text , then her breath whistled out . simon rose . like good tidings followed her . dee licked her lips and glanced up at him . `` can i ... '' yeah , his gaze had definitely heated with the swipe of her tongue . her heartbeat kicked up a notch . `` can i stay with you ? just for a day or two ? '' his gaze was still on her mouth . `` i already said you could . the words were a dark rumble . oh , they would so be getting into bed soon . her head was better now .
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the swelling had eased . no more black spots danced before her eyes . simon had pushed for a visit to the hospital , but she had n't wanted to risk that . vamps loved hanging out in hospitals . talk about free and easy access to a blood supply . if she 'd had double vision , if she 'd passed out , if she 'd vomited on simon 's sexy self , then , yeah , she would have found a doctor . but it looked like she 'd pull through . and that she 'd get to jump simon soon . `` you keep saving me , '' she told him . usually , she did the saving . the protecting . she was n't quite sure how to act with him . but twice , twice , he 'd saved her butt from the flames . `` you 'll do the same for me . '' that phrasing ... it was off . not , you 'd do the same , but you 'll do . i always pay my debts . in fact , i- '' he caught her arms . `` we need to go inside . '' his hold seemed too tight . simon 's lips thinned . hell of a night , you know ? '' oh , yes , she did . he eased his grip . and dee realized he looked tired . there was an edge of darkness under his eyes . the faint lines near his mouth had hardened . only fair , considering i probably look like warm hell . she followed simon inside . he bolted the back door , rolled his shoulders . then he asked , voice distracted , `` you want some food ? '' she 'd already had a shower , and sure , food sounded real good right then `` yes , why not ? '' his head shot up and his gaze zeroed in on the front door . an icy stillness settled over her . `` uh , simon ? '' understanding hit hard . `` and here we are without a welcome mat out . '' simon had to- the windows exploded . glass shattered , raining into the room as bullets ripped through the panes . shards hit her , cutting deep , and the rapid fire thunder of the guns echoed in her ears . dee hit the floor just as the wooden front door burst apart . bits of wood flew across the room , some biting into her flesh , some scraping the skin right off . she crawled behind the couch . pitiful cover , but it was better than nothing . simon inched toward her . a long trickle of blood ran down the side of his face . dee sucked in a quick breath . whoever was firing-the bastards were sure doing a fine job of shooting up the place . back in that blood-soaked room ? perfect time to be unarmed . simon grabbed her shoulder . `` we 've got to run for it , '' he whispered . that did n't seem like the best option , but then , sitting there and waiting for the ass**les with guns to come and shoot her right in the face did n't seem like such a fine plan , either . he pointed to the right , to a closed door . `` garage , '' he mouthed . maybe six . but where were the shooters ? still outside ? or working their way in ? the faint groan of wood reached her ears . the porch was wooden . old , faded wood . their attackers were getting too close . simon heaved her up , moving at the same time to cover her back . dee lunged for the door . how had they found them so quickly ? how had- bam . one bullet cut right across her shoulder . using her left hand , she jerked open the door . simon hit a button on the wall even as he fell into her . they tumbled down three steps , hit the concrete , hard , and staggered up in a tangle of limbs and curses . the mustang waited . black coat gleaming . dee jumped into the passenger seat even as more bullets flew . simon took the wheel . the garage door was opening-must have been a door control that he hit before- `` here . '' he dug under the seat . `` get those bastards off our backs . '' a sweet , black beretta that fit perfectly in her hands . two ass**les in black appeared , heading down the steps into the garage . ski masks covered their faces and their guns were up . simon jerked the gear shift into reverse . dee hoped the garage door was open enough . bullets plowed into the windshield . dee shot right back . the bullet hit the guy high in the shoulder . not a flesh wound , a deep thud of bullet into muscle and bone . and so down went one jerk in black . the other dove for cover . behind us ! '' two more men , revealed now by the opening in the garage . guns up . since when did vamps hunt in the daytime ? and wear ski masks ? `` hold on , '' he growled and the car flew backward even faster . because he was aiming right for the men .
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they jumped away at the last second , flying to the overgrown side of the road before the mustang rammed them . simon shifted quickly . the mustang snarled forward , horses pounding away . dee stared back at the men . not giving chase . too busy picking their beaten butts up off the ground . and the way simon was driving ... hell , no , they would n't be following them anytime soon . the mustang was easily pushing one hundred on the long , empty stretch of road . dee took a deep breath . the first she 'd had since she 'd risen from her cover in his den . her shoulder burned like a bitch . carefully , she unlocked her white knuckled grip and clicked on the gun 's safety before she put in on the floor-board . wincing , she touched the wound . a lot of blood , but the bullet had n't gone in the shoulder , just grazed her . no big damage . she 'd keep living . dee eyed simon . seriously , growled . dee reached for him . her hand hovered in the air between them . he shook his head even as his knuckles whitened around the wheel . `` do n't touch me now . '' her fingers fisted , then fell . `` i-i did n't think someone would come after me . '' but , hell , she should have known . someone could have easily followed her and simon from that death pit . and that someone had wrecked his house . nearly killed him . yeah , because all that will put a smile on a guy 's face . no wonder he was growling at her . she 'd just brought her usual death and danger into the guy 's life . `` you did n't ask for this , '' she said , even as she glanced back to make sure they still were n't being followed . this time , she was alert enough to spot a tail . being unconscious had really slowed down her game before . `` i-i 'll contact zane at the first safe stop . get him to come for me and- '' `` the hell you will . '' guttural , but without the dark fury of before . `` dammit , do n't you see what being with me is doing to you ? '' he had to see it . `` those bastards were after me , simon , they wanted- '' `` fuck what they wanted . '' he spared her a burning glance . `` i 'm not letting you out of my sight . '' he shifted in his seat , flinching a bit . `` and those were n't vampires , babe . since when do vamps hunt in the daylight ? and use guns on prey ? '' vamps did n't explode in the sunlight . that was just some bs myth hollywood had invented . good old bram had been right when he 'd said that vampires could walk in the daylight . they were just weaker in the hours of light-human weak . dee had always figured bram must 've had the inside track on the vamps . as for using guns ... why shoot your prey ? for vampires , that was just a waste of good blood . `` why would vamps send humans after me ? '' `` after us . '' sweat beaded simon 's upper brow . `` they know i 'm helping you , '' he muttered . `` now they 're trying to shut us both down . the car jerked a bit . `` all ... right . '' his fingers tightened around the steering wheel , but his eyes began to drift shut . `` you 're hit , are n't you ? '' do n't touch me now . gruff and angry . had to be man slang for i 'm hurting . `` stop the car , let me see what- '' `` no ! wo n't ... let them ... take you ... '' uh , being all macho and protective was kind of sexy , especially since she was usually the ass-kicking one , but ... the car swerved off the road and headed straight for the line of twisted pines . dee lunged for the wheel . chapter 6 simon stared at the grim-faced reflection in the broken gas station mirror . gotten distracted by a sexy smile and curvy body . he had n't been on guard , had n't known the attackers were going to hit until it was too late . running-his only option . he hated to run . when the gun had fired , he 'd taken the hit . taken it hard , right in the back . a human would have died . good thing he was n't a human . dee had saved his ass when she taken the wheel . a head-on crash with trees . but if he did n't do something , fast , dee would be stalking her pretty little ass into the dingy restroom and demanding answers . she knew he was hurt , but she had n't figured out how badly . if he had his way , not ever . simon jerked off his shirt , gritting his teeth as the pain knifed into his back .
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he spun around , craning his neck to see the wound in the mirror . dee waited just outside the door . she 'd tucked the gun into the back waistband of her jeans and the woman was standing guard . but he doubted he had more than a few minutes time until she burst in to see what the hell had happened to him . the wound was open . deep as hell . the bullet had lodged inside . no way could he get it out now . eventually , he 'd find someone to dig it out . he just had to stop the blood loss now . because if he did n't stop bleeding , his ass would be in serious trouble . human attackers . that bastard grim was playing smart . he had n't sent his vamps because they would have been weak in the growing sun . but humans , probably puppets desperate for that immortal kiss , had done his dirty work . and really screwed simon over . the scent hit him instantly . `` hey , hey , buddy ! '' the door swung closed behind the guy . balding , but young . simon cocked his head . should n't ... `` do you-do you need some help ? '' ah , a good samaritan . would n't those guys ever learn ? the samaritan crept closer . `` there 's a woman outside . i can get her to call for help- '' `` no ... '' the samaritan moved a few more precious inches closer . simon 's hand whipped up and caught the guy right around the neck , closing off his airway . `` i ca n't let you call for her at all . '' the fear came then . in the widening of the man 's eyes , in the fast drumming of his heart . `` do n't worry , '' simon said , `` i 'm not going to kill you . '' dee 's worried voice as she rapped on the door . the rusty door began to inch open . the door froze . he stared into his prey 's eyes . `` i wo n't kill you , '' he repeated again because the guy had really only wanted to help . and that was exactly what he 'd do . three minutes later , simon left the samaritan sleeping in a bathroom stall . the cleaner stall . the one that did n't have feces floating in the toilet . dee still waited outside for him . `` we need to hit the road , '' he told her , trying to brush past her . `` no , you 're hurt . let me help you- '' he shook his head . `` flesh wound , just like yours . '' the scent of her blood hung in the air between them . not as much of a temptation though , not now . she braced her legs and cocked her chin . this part , he 'd expected . dee daniels was one stubborn woman . he lifted his shirt . twisted a bit , and showed her the long gash on his lower left side . not really a mark made by a bullet . one he 'd carved himself , using his claws . he and dee were sure going to have to talk soon . no way would he be able to keep hiding his true self from her . just wanted her to trust me first . such a hard thing to earn and so easy to lose . one wrong move and she 'd turn away from him . `` they 've got some bandages inside , '' she said . `` let me get some , clean you up better . '' if that was what she wanted . `` only if we do the same to you . '' they 'd have to hurry . simon did n't want to risk any more unexpected company . not until his strength had fully returned . dee turned away from him , but he reached out and snagged her arm . a frown pulled her brows low when she glanced back at him . `` trust me , dee . '' `` i don't- '' `` i know , you do n't . '' i 'm not one of the bad guys . '' well , depending on your definition of bad . `` you and i-we want the same thing . '' for the vampires who were hunting her to pay . `` i know you 're after the born , '' he told her , deciding to cut through the shit . dee 's gaze darted around the deserted lot . we ca n't talk about this now- '' his back teeth clenched . `` then let 's hurry and get to safety , because we damn well have to talk . '' and maybe , just maybe , confess . safety was her grandfather 's cabin . a place he 'd built by hand long , long ago . her parents had sold the place when she 'd been a kid , but she 'd gotten lucky and been able to buy it back two years ago . the only tie to my family . winding dirt roads took them back to the two-bedroom shelter . the old wood gleamed in the bright sunlight . `` not much , '' she murmured .
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`` but i installed a generator up here a few months ago . so , we 'll have power , a roof over us , and time to figure out our next move . '' he eyed the cabin . `` can the vamps trace this place back to you ? '' dee slammed her door and ignored the throb in her shoulder . `` no , night watch made sure this place was buried for me . '' because she 'd wanted a retreat , no , a haven . pak had made certain she was protected . she found the key she 'd hidden so carefully on her last visit . the scent of pine teased her nose . birds chirped from their nests high in the trees . `` we 're both about to crash . '' and after the night they 'd had , the crash would be hard . a flick of her hand and the key slid into the lock . the door opened soundlessly and the place was just as she 'd left it . rocking chair , faded rug , the quilt she'd- `` uh , are those stakes ? '' a smile lifted her lips as she stared at the glass gun cabinet . `` stakes ... '' she crossed the room and spun the lock , turning the code automatically . `` knives , guns . everything we need to be ready for those bastards . '' her hand lifted and opened the door . then her fingers smoothed over the wood and tested the sharp points of the stakes . if she 'd been better armed before , they would n't have been on the run now . no way would she be caught unaware again . out here , every sound was magnified . human ears or not , she 'd hear the ass**les coming long before they stepped onto her small porch . at his soft question , dee glanced back and found simon watching her with hooded eyes . no need to ask about the `` them '' in question . `` i know what happened , simon . i know they killed your family . slaughtered them , just like they did mine . '' his jaw tightened and he slammed the cabin door closed with his heel . `` i want those bastards . i want them to pay . '' he wrenched the lock into place and stalked toward her . `` i took some of them out already . hunted them down ... '' he reached behind her , grabbed one of the deadly stakes , `` and made them beg for death . '' how long had she wanted it ? `` how long have you been hunting the ones who killed your family , dee ? '' `` since that night . '' a stark whisper . but she 'd been little more than a kid . she had n't known where to hunt . had n't known how to track . by the time she 'd learned , they 'd been long gone from the city . `` i wo n't stop , '' she told him and her gaze darted to his hand . the stake was so sharp . `` not until i find the bastards . '' because she 'd never forget their faces . he pulled back a bit and lifted the stake between them . `` how many vampires have you killed ? how many did you stake because you were trying to punish the ones who hurt you ? '' she was n't in the mood for some kind of therapy session . not her thing . `` the vamps i staked were killers . they got off on fear , on torture- '' `` so vampires are all evil ? they all have to be put out of their misery and given a one-way ticket to hell ? '' he 'd hunted , too . she caught his hand and wrapped her fingers around the stake . `` i 've never met one who was n't addicted to the power . '' that was the problem with vamps . as humans , maybe they 'd been okay , normal even , but when they woke as vampires , the power rush got to them . human life lost its meaning . humans became nothing more than prey . no , food . and so many vamps enjoyed playing with their food . his lips thinned and pulled away from her , dropping the stake onto the floor . `` the vamps who went after my family . hell , yeah , they were freaks . sick , twisted bastards who deserve hell , but i-i 've met vamps who are n't pure evil . '' she stared at him , waited . simon exhaled . `` you need to open your mind , babe . you got a raw deal . we both did , but hating every vampire is n't gon na bring your folks back . '' `` killing 'em all wo n't either . dammit , she knew that , too . but when she 'd first started hunting , the rage of revenge had been all she 'd had . she had n't wanted to live . when the remains of her parents , and , god , sara , were hauled out the next day , she had n't wanted to take another breath . she 'd fallen to her knees , wished for death . even thought about- dee shook her head , hard .
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her mother had died for her , no way would she have taken the easy way out . `` sometimes vengeance is the only thing that keeps you going . '' especially once you found out the world was n't the happy , picture perfect postcard all the tv ads promised you . `` there 's more to life than death , dee . '' her lips trembled at that . `` tell that to the vamps . '' `` i 'm telling it to you . '' why did you track me to that vampire hell ? what do you- '' `` would you rather i 'd just left you in the pool of blood ? left you with the body and with the cops on the way ? '' `` well , f**k , next time i 'll know to just leave you the hell alone . '' her fingers brushed over his shoulder . simon stilled . `` i 'm not good at this emotional stuff , '' she told him , and felt rough , awkward . `` i know how to fight . i know how to kill . i do n't know how to- '' love . no , no , they were n't talking about love . but he wanted more from her than she was used to giving . that need was there in his eyes , in his voice , in the rough demand of his questions . simon was n't going to settle for small offerings from her . she 'd have to open up to him if she wanted to keep him . and she wanted to keep him with her . maybe the best way to do that was to start by being civil . she could drop her guard and try being normal . so she let the armor fall and jerked up her big girl panties . `` thank you for pulling my butt out of that place . '' `` hard , was n't it ? '' `` you 're not used to needing anyone else . '' no , even at night watch , she usually worked on her own . she liked it that way . if you had a partner , you 'd start to care too much . then it would hurt like a bitch when the partner left ... or died . hunters at night watch did n't always have the longest life expectancy . slowly , he turned fully toward to her . his hand lifted , skimmed her cheek . `` i told you i knew about the born coming to the city . '' his fingers were light , but strong . `` every vamp in the city is lit up because of him . some are scared shitless . some are thrilled . '' because some loved to see death and chaos . `` he 'll bring hell , dee . born masters have too much power . he 'll bring the vamps he 's turned , all those ... '' a gritted jaw , then , `` puppets that he controls , and he 'll burn down the city if he can . '' borns did n't come out and play much in the states . because when they played , life ended . `` i 'm going to stop him , '' she breathed the words against his fingertip . she would stop him . dee was certain of that . maybe not too sure of the how part of the equation , but she 'd find a way to stop him . there was n't any other choice . `` we 'll stop him . '' just what she 'd been wanting . dee rose onto her toes , locked her arms around him , and held on tight . so she sucked with emotions and nice words , but getting physical was definitely her strong suit . his tongue thrust into her mouth and she moaned , loving that strong glide . his lips were firm , hard , just what she wanted , and her ni**les tightened as need burned through her . the aches , the pains , the fears-all faded away . need-all that remained . his hands slid down her back , curled over her ass , and jerked her up high against him . no mistaking the swollen ridge of his cock . good , i 'm not alone in this . `` not stopping this time . '' yeah , her panties were about to get really wet . good thing she would n't be wearing them much longer . `` bed , '' she gasped . not real big , but it would do . `` next ... room . '' he 'd had her naked , but she had n't seen him . pleasure fighting the darkness . because the darkness always followed her , even in the daylight . they fumbled their way to the bed . hands sliding over flesh and making the lust spike . he hit the button for the lights . no windows in this room . you had to have the lights to see . she definitely wanted to see everything . dee shoved him onto the mattress and laughed when his eyes widened . then she stripped . nothing fancy , because she was n't the strip tease type . her borrowed shirt hit the floor . not like she really needed one . pushed down her jeans- `` damn , dee . '' `` i could eat you . '' no , this was her turn . her panties fell to the floor . his nostrils widened , just a bit .
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`` you 've got too many clothes on , '' she told him . he jerked off his shirt . `` nice start . '' her gaze darted to his jeans . `` but i 'd like to see more . '' she so did n't need a second invitation . dee climbed onto the bed . onto him . straddled him . tight , strong muscles . a few scars , faint white lines of raised flesh . dee hesitated at the sight , all too aware of the marks on her own body . she was n't perfect , not by a long shot . especially not after that last tangle with the wolf . but to her , simon was perfect . the marks just meant he was a fighter . as she stared at that expanse of muscled flesh , dee realized she 'd never seen a man look so good or feel so right . she bent and licked one taut brown nipple . she used her teeth on him . a little nip . nothing too hard , she did n't want to- bite . the whisper , almost a command , slipped through her mind and dee jerked back . simon stared at her , eyes so intense . his fingers rose , cradled her br**sts . lust could make men so blind . dee managed to unsnap his jeans . being careful , though , because she did n't want to jar the bandage she 'd placed on his- `` do n't go easy with me , babe . '' `` trust me , i can take anything you 've got . '' they 'd see about that . his zipper came down with a hiss . her kind of man . his c**k was long and thick , bulging up toward her . the tip was dark , round , and smooth to the touch . she eased back , sliding her bare legs down his jean-clad thighs . `` dee- '' her turn . her mouth closed over his cock . her tongue licked the broad head , tasted the saltiness of his flesh . dee took his length into her mouth . looked up at him and saw his narrowed eyes , his clenched jaw , and the naked need on his face . just the way she wanted him . her tongue and lips teased . her cheeks hollowed as she worked his length . she liked his taste . liked the feel of his flesh and the jerks of his breath and- his hand curled under her chin . `` ca n't ... not much longer ... '' one more lick , to prove that she 'd do what she wanted . then , one more because what she wanted was him . a caress with her lips , then she freed his flesh . but she still tasted him on her tongue . `` why should you get all the fun ? '' in a flash , he flew forward , and dee found herself flat on her back , near the edge of the bed . his mouth was on her breast . sucking , licking , tasting , and taking . okay , so this was ... damn ... fun . his fingers pushed between her thighs . stroked her sex , thumbed her clit . `` so wet , '' he muttered , sending that lust-filled stare her way . `` you 're gon na feel fantastic . '' her teeth clenched and her heels dug into the bed . a few more strokes and she 'd be coming . a strong finger drove into her . dee bit her bottom lip . i want to hear every sound you make . every sound . '' she always held back . pushed her partner , but kept her own control as she- `` i want everything . '' two fingers . `` and i 'm gon na have everything . '' so she 'd come this way first , fine with her . the second time , he could be inside , he could- `` no , babe . '' her gaze snapped to him . he shoved a hand into the back pocket of his jeans . pulled out a small foil packet . she loved a man who was prepared . of course , she 'd also picked up some condoms at that rundown gas station . because she liked to be prepared , too . he ripped the foil with his teeth . rolled the protection down his thick length . then he pushed her thighs apart . he stared at her flesh . simon drove into her , thrusting his c**k balls deep into her sex . she let her moan out , full and loud , because he felt great . and because she would n't hold back , not with him . the coil within her tightened . release-so close . her hips rose to meet the plunge of his body . he stretched her , drove deep and had her shuddering for more . pleasure , that sweet release , was temptingly near . her legs curled around him . he pressed a hard kiss against her lips . her sex quivered around him-that full , hard cock , driving so deep . eyes glittering . his neck was close to her . the strong curve of his shoulder . close enough to- bite .
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not during sex , she 'd never wanted to- his c**k eased back , almost to the entrance of her straining sex . she flattened her hands against his chest . push away . fight the- his hot flesh slammed into her . she came , screaming , `` simon ! '' her muscles clenched as the white-hot wave crested . her sex rippled around him , contracting as the pleasure blasted her . `` better , '' he growled and his fingers dug into her hips . he lifted her up , arching her toward him and thrusting fast and deep . he bent toward her , pressing his lips against her neck . tasting and licking her flesh . the muscles in his arms bunched . so much power there , so much strength . he came on a long shudder , pumping out his release . her sex throbbed around him , the aftershocks of pleasure reverberating through her core . dee sucked in a breath . she licked desert-dry lips . his tongue skated over her neck . his hold tightened around her as the sound of her drumming heartbeat filled her ears . oh , yeah , she 'd known it would be that good . when a guy oozed sex like simon , a good time was pretty much guaranteed . her hands skimmed down his back , and dee realized that his muscles were locked tight . he 'd come , she knew he had . his lips pressed against her neck once more . a bit harder this time , then his head rose . his eyes were such a turbulent gray . `` i do n't ever want to hurt you , '' he told her , voice gruff . her brow pulled low . a finger rose and traced her cheek . `` you cried when you came . '' dee blinked . `` i- '' okay , now she did n't know what to say . `` one tear drop . `` i do n't usually- '' hell , she never cried . not in years , anyway . a soft , gentle touch after the wildness of the lust . his c**k was still lodged in her , and swelling . `` you can trust me , '' he breathed the words . she 'd already trusted him with her body . but she could read the answer in his eyes . and suddenly , even the heat of his body could n't warm her . because everything-she 'd never had that to give a man . they slept . dee drifted away in simon 's arms . the sleep was deep , heavy , and filled with the soft whispers that haunted so many of her dreams . go , baby , go ! always warning her . dee-dee , why did n't you help me ? sara . always blaming her . why , bitch , why 'd you come after me ? their last words haunted her . fucking whore . more of my kind will come . you ca n't stop us . twisted murmurs that followed her into the darkness . she could n't escape the voices . no matter how hard she tried , she couldn't- `` dee . strong hands shook her . simon stared down at her , his hair tousled , his face grim . a surge of adrenaline had her out of the bed and dressed in moments . they ran to the outer room . dee grabbed two stakes and a gun . simon did n't reach for a weapon . funny , she 'd actually never seen him armed . she killed the lights and inched toward the window . a car door slammed outside . gravel crunched beneath someone 's feet . carefully , she pushed the curtain back , just a tiny crack of space . darkness without , to match the blackness within . the vampires would be at full strength again . but since when did vamps come right up to your front door when they wanted to attack ? her eyes adjusted almost instantly to the dark and she motioned with her hand , pointing for simon to take up a position on the left hand side of the door . the right side would be hers . as she watched , the door knob began to turn . the bastard had picked the lock ? skilled sob . not that lock-picking talents would save his ass . dee waited in the darkness . the scum walked inside . dee attacked . she moved fast and came in hard . she caught the guy with a hard punch in the gut , then slung him back and rammed him into the wall . simon slammed the door closed . who knew how many of the bastards were out there ? better to separate them and make them weaker . `` start talking , '' dee ordered , pulling out her stake . `` how many of your ass**le friends are out there waiting for their turn to jump me ? '' the guy moved , shifting from a hunched shadow to the tall , strong form of a man . dee stared at him , frowning as- `` dammit , dee ! why the hell do you always have to punch first ? '' `` simon , hit the lights . '' a bright flood of light lit up the room , and dee stared at an all too familiar face .
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he pressed a hand to his stomach . groaned , then said , `` i 'm here to arrest you for murder . '' chapter 7 `` the hell you are . '' simon lunged forward . no one would be taking dee away from him . and sure as shit not the bastard who 'd been her lover . captain antonio young lifted his chin and glared at him . his hand still rubbed his wounded stomach . `` the guy who 's been watching her ass . '' simon let his lips curve into a feral smile . `` and there 's no damn way you 'll be taking dee out of here . '' but if the cop wanted to try ... come and get some . dee caught his hand . the cop 's eyes dropped at the move , narrowed . oh , did n't like that , huh ? `` are you ... are you okay , tony ? '' he instantly dropped the hand he 'd been pressing against his stomach . `` i thought you were up here alone . '' ah , so that 's why lancelot had come bounding to the cabin . `` how did you know i was even out here ? '' dark eyes flickered over her face . too much emotion there . `` i know you pretty well , dee . i knew where you 'd go if you wanted sanctuary . '' `` and i stayed here with you before , remember ? '' the hell he had . simon 's vision bled to red . so what-dee had a habit of bringing lovers here ? not any longer she did n't and if that pretty boy kept looking at her with his puppy dog eyes , he 'd plant a fist in the guy 's face . dee glanced at simon , then looked away quickly . good to know , and simon did n't want to hear any more about that . `` dee did n't kill the woman . '' the cop blinked , then looked over at dee 's left hand . her fingers were clenched around a wooden stake . `` it was a setup , '' simon gritted . `` the vamps want to take her down . '' dee jerked away from him and marched toward the weapons cabinet . some women collected figurines , dee- instruments of death . `` why the hell would they go to all that trouble ? '' the cop , tony , shook his head . `` vamps do n't work like that . they kill , drain a vic dry , and- '' `` and some of 'em are sick freaks who get off on playing with their prey . '' not all , though . not all were like that . dee would learn that truth . `` they want to break dee . not just kill her . by setting her up , they rip her out of her nice , safe world . '' not that dee was much for safety . `` they tear her away from her friends , isolate her- '' he broke off , shaking his head . no , he could n't say any more . `` i was fighting a pack of vamps behind onyx . '' dee 's voice was flat . `` my head hit the pavement , and the next thing i knew , i was in some stinking , dark room . blood was all around me and your victim- '' `` lisa durant . '' `` was dead . '' `` i do n't remember anything that happened in between that alley and that room . i just remember- '' `` i was there , '' simon spoke , holding the cop 's gaze and daring him for a challenge . `` i saw the vamps kill the woman . they left dee in her blood . tony stepped forward . `` i do n't buy that- '' `` it 's my story . '' `` the one i 'll tell everyone i see if you so much as even think about hauling dee away from here . '' his temples throbbed in a sickening , painful rhythm . no one could threaten dee . `` oh , so you 're just gon na f**king out the vampires ? '' disgust had tony 's lips tightening . `` they outed themselves . '' maybe it was time for the whole world to stop pretending . feeding rooms were cropping up in most cities-and dumb humans were stumbling inside , some quickly getting addicted to vamp bites . some never making it back out . lucky for the vamps , they 'd perfected the body ditch over the years . `` there 's a born master coming to town , '' dee said and she tilted her head . simon 's eyes narrowed . yeah , that was his mark on her neck and he knew the cop saw it . no blood drawn , no bite since dee did n't like that . but a sweet suck had done the trick . `` i 'm the best vampire hunter at night watch . you take me out of this game , and there 's no telling what hell will come to the city . '' tony 's eyes widened .
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ah , so the dick had n't ever come across a born ? then he did n't know what hell looked like . `` you ca n't kill borns the way you can most vampires . '' no , they were so much harder to slay . he 'd once heard of a born who 'd survived a stake to the heart and a partial beheading . their bodies were tougher . they healed ten times faster than the taken . when you were changed into a vampire , you brought some of your human weaknesses with you . but when you were born a vampire ... there was no weakness for you . not once the powers kicked in and the bloodlust began . tony demanded again . `` ease up , tony . simon 's not the bad guy here . '' `` he knows what i 'm up against . he can help me . '' tony flinched . you protect innocents . '' `` but your job is n't to kill vampires . '' `` some days it is , '' he fired back . simon 's brows shot up . so the cop had some bite , did he ? `` i know things look bad right now , '' dee said . `` you ran , dee . innocent people do n't run . '' okay , his fault . simon rolled his shoulders . `` i did n't give dee much choice . when i hauled her out of that pit , she was barely conscious . sirens were wailing-i just could n't risk her . '' `` you could n't , huh ? '' nothing more to say on that . `` the woman on the floor was dead . dee was n't . my priority was getting her to safety . '' `` yeah , cause getting in her pants had nothing to do with it , right ? '' simon attacked . in a second 's time , he had the cop pinned to the wall as his fist twisted the front of tony 's shirt . `` do n't ... talk about dee like that . '' a tap on the back of his shoulder . tony just turns into an ass**le when he 's worried . '' `` he needs to watch that tendency . it 'll get him into trouble soon . '' he held the cop 's stare . he unknotted his fingers . `` christ , dee , where 'd you find him ? '' tony muttered , straightening his shirt . `` in an alley , one littered with bullets . '' she pushed in between the two of them . `` same place i found you a few years back . '' a grunt , then his lips started to curl , just a bit . `` tony , we were attacked right before dawn . some guys in ski masks found us at simon 's house . they shot up the place . '' her hand lifted to her shoulder . to the wound simon had all but forgotten when he 'd had her in that bed . `` we were lucky to get out alive . '' `` yeah , that 's where we are . '' she swallowed and simon heard the soft click . `` but i 'll be damned if i stay here . i 'm not going to keep hiding out , waiting for the vamps to strike . we needed to rest . we needed to recover-done that . '' simon knew where this was going . knew , and did n't like it . `` now it 's time to hunt these bastards , '' she said . `` because i really do n't like it when jerkoffs try to kill me , especially when i 'm already down . '' `` ca n't say i like it much , either , '' simon added . tony 's gaze snapped to him , then back to dee . `` you really think you 'll be able to find the vamps ? '' the woman was cute when she was promising death . `` i was weak before , i 'm not now . '' yeah , um , humans did n't recover that fast from concussions and gunshots . maybe she was feeling all good and vampire-pumped-for-killing , but the woman still was n't 100 percent . `` brass is leaning on me like a tree about to fall . '' tony blew out a hard breath . `` it 's those witnesses who say they saw you fighting with the vic at onyx . they 're nailing your coffin shut . '' her gaze darted to simon . `` that part 's right , tony . lisa ... met me behind the bar . she was working for the vamps . '' `` more a messenger , '' simon said . `` you know , the cheery kind that comes and says you 're going to die . beg for death . blah . '' dee gave a little shrug . `` she pissed me off . lines of worry tightened the cop 's face . `` too many folks know about that temper of yours .
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it 's not a leap to think you met up with the woman again , and got angry one more time , so angry you did n't stop yourself when the stake came out . after all , it 's easy to kill , is n't it ? the guy sounded like he was speaking from experience . as if he could ever compare . `` give us time and we 'll prove dee 's innocent . '' not what he 'd been planning . simon rubbed his temples . the throbbing was getting worse . the sleep had n't been enough for him . to recover fully , he 'd need so much more . `` the da knows the score about this town , '' dee told them . `` pak told me , after erin jerome 's case ... the da knows . '' erin jerome . simon knew the name . erin was the assistant district attorney . she was also involved with one of the night watch hunters , jude , the shifter . `` figured the bastard knew more than he let on . '' tony ran a hand through his hair . `` too many cases that seemed to disappear before court date . '' `` this one has to disappear , too . '' dee 's body vibrated with tension . `` i 'll bring you a witness . i 'll bring proof that i 'm innocent , and i want clark to make this thing vanish . '' `` and the vamps ? '' `` i 'll make them vanish . '' big promise . real tough to keep . tony stared at her . too deep and way too long . `` tony , give me this time . too well it seemed . `` forty-eight hours . '' `` tony- '' `` it 's all i can do . i 'm not the only one on this case and i wo n't be able to hold the others back longer than that . '' `` forty-eight hours-and you bring me a vamp who 'll convince clark you 're clear or else i 'll have to lock you up . '' `` not giving me much time to work , are you ? '' `` i 'm giving you all that i can . '' he stepped toward her , cupped her cheek with his palm , and very nearly lost a hand . `` the last thing i want is to have to take you in , but i might not have a choice . '' simon gave him a long , level look . might not be the right choice , and that was the problem . tony dropped his hand . `` guess you 're gon na be her backup ? '' `` then you 'd better take care of her or i 'll be coming to kick your ass . '' the cop headed for the door . `` better hurry out of here , '' he tossed back , `` the way i figure it , two squad cars will be pulling up in about thirty minutes . '' `` you sent the uniforms after me ? '' `` damn , man , you really did come to toss me in jail . '' the dick in question glanced back at dee . a hint of sadness there . `` i came to give you a chance , one i knew the others would n't . and that 's why the uniforms wo n't be arriving until you 're gone . '' a flash of white teeth . `` so move that sweet ass , dee . get out there and find those vamps . '' `` so where the hell are we headed ? '' simon asked , and tightened his fingers around the leather steering wheel . they 'd been staying to the back roads , trying to fly under the radar as they headed back to the city , and the silence-thick , heavy-was getting on his last nerve . was dee having regrets ? maybe seeing the old boyfriend had made her hesitate . that jerk had the worst timing . `` there are n't any feeding rooms in baton rouge . '' feeding rooms . the places set up to look like bars but , deep inside , they were just all-you-can-eat buffets for vampires . folks went inside and some never came back out . others got addicted . they became controlled by the vamps , and they would do anything to go back into the rooms . `` why are n't there any ? '' `` i thought those places were in damn near every city now . '' some said they were safe houses for vampires . and those some just really knew how to bullshit . not a safe house . more like a slaughterhouse . even though humans were the preferred prey in the feeding rooms , the vamps never had to worry about the humans turning on them and shouting to the authorities about the new night club that served up blood . after all , one bite , and a vampire could link with a human 's mind . a link meant control . you did n't turn on those who controlled you . for the humans , it was all too easy to get hooked on the thrill of the bite . if the vamp wanted the victim to feel pain , the bite could hurt more than a knife wound or gunshot . the bite could also feel better than sex . it was all up to the vampire . pleasure or pain .
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simon slanted a quick glance at dee 's still figure . almost better than sex . `` i 've made a point of shutting down any feeding room that tries to spring up . '' oh , yeah , he bet she had . `` so where do we start then ? '' he felt her eyes . did n't have to look , just knew those chocolate eyes were on him . `` i thought you had vamp contacts in this town . '' careful now . `` ah , the vamps i know scattered when word came down about the born master . '' if they were n't linked to him , there 'd be no need to flee . '' the link . the screwed family tree that connected vampires . a born master took a victim , and formed a psychic connection with his prey . but if the master turned that prey into the taken , and the new vampire took another victim , the born master 's connection would trickle into the new prey , and keep trickling down through every blood exchange . like freaking tentacles , reaching out for minds and spirits . a born master was n't just stronger physically than other vampires . he was like a psychic black hole , sucking in all the prey he could find . and controlling them . a born master did n't just pick up the thoughts of those in his link . he could whisper his thoughts to them . compel them . rule them . his army of helpless minions . good , bad , everything in between . all his for the taking and for the killing . the taken were never truly free . not until the born master who 'd started their blood lineage was dead . never an easy feat . well , if your contacts are out , then i guess we 'll just have to do it the old-fashioned way . '' simon knew he was not going to like this . he braked at a stop sign , one that had been spray painted a garish yellow . they 'd reached the edge of the city . the part where the good folks never visited . too many criminals . too much evil . simon glanced at dee . yep , her eyes were on him . `` we find the perfect prey , '' she said simply . `` then wait for the vamps to take the bait . when they come up for a bite , we nail their asses . '' `` interesting plan . '' his fingertips pounded a fast , hard beat on the steering wheel . `` you really think it 's going to work ? '' `` figure i 've got a fifty-fifty shot with it . if it does n't , then i have a witch who owes me a favor . maybe i can get a summoning spell . '' a summoning spell ? now she was talking spooky shit . you had to be damn careful when you used dark magic . you never knew what in the hell would hitch a ride on that darkness and come traveling straight to you . as he watched her , thinking about his own darkness , a shiver worked over dee 's body . `` uh , dee ? can we turn the heater up ? '' because summers in baton rouge were cold . but he still flicked on the heater . did n't matter to him . `` maybe we should wait . '' he sure was n't feeling up to kicking major vampire ass right then . perhaps after a meal or two . she criss-crossed her arms and rubbed her flesh . she had on a light blouse , one of her shirts she 'd found at the cabin . one that gave him a nice glimpse of her br**sts . `` we 've already lost a few hours . we hunt , now and-there . '' he followed her suddenly sharp gaze . a man had stepped out of the shadows . the faint red glow of his cigarette lit the night . `` an informer . '' she tilted her head and his stare snapped back to her and to that beautiful bared throat . but the drumming was back in his temples . harder , more painful than before . `` ian knows this city . he 'll be able to tell me the latest whispers on the vamps . '' simon sucked in a deep breath . `` i knew he 'd be here . '' she unhooked her belt . `` and how 'd you know that ? '' he gritted , turning off the engine . dee pointed toward the hollowed-out husk of a building on the left . `` because his brother died in that fire a year ago . he comes here every friday . he comes to remember . '' simon narrowed his eyes and looked once more at that glowing cigarette . `` uh , yeah , how 'd that fire start ? '' she pushed open the door , then hesitated . `` ian does n't take too well to others . just stay here , okay ? staying in the f**king car . was that what he 'd been reduced to ? but the woman was gone . running across the street . disappearing in and out of the shadows . he was there to watch her back . not to be left behind .
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he opened his door soundlessly , then , moving slower than her , but keeping to the same shadows , he began to follow her . the smoke from the cigarette drifted to her nostrils . dee stepped into the faint streetlight , deliberately placing herself in ian 's path . with ian , you had to identify yourself fast-or he 'd attack . and sometimes , he attacked no matter what . she made her voice quiet but calm . `` ian , i need your help . '' he was half-hidden by the darkness . the cigarette dangled from his fingertips . he was n't smoking . had n't smoked in a year . the tip of the cigarette bobbed and ash drifted into the night . okay , he was n't coming at her with fists yet . she 'd told simon to stay back because one look at him , and she knew ian would have broken . the guy just had n't been the same since the fire . `` yeah , ian , it 's me . '' he shifted his stance a bit , bringing the right side of his face more into the light . a strong , hard face . `` heard you killed a human , dee . '' `` bad move that . '' `` i did n't do it , ian . '' `` humans are supposed to stick together . all those paranormal ass**les out there want us gone . we have to fight 'em . '' more ash drifted away . `` i want to fight them tonight , ian . '' she had to keep ian focused . the man already had one foot in the grave . maybe that was how he did it because she sure as hell was n't sure how he found out all his information about the other . ian was psychic . but since the fire , it was like he was some kind of open channel to the darkness in the city . he took a step forward , and the light drifted across him , across the ruined , twisted , and reddened flesh on the left side of his face . dee kept her eyes on his . `` help me , ian . '' `` the vampires are coming for you , sandra dee . '' his voice had hollowed and taken on that empty tone that came with his visions . `` inching ever closer . closer than you know ... '' simon caught the scent in the air . he jerked to a halt , his nostrils flaring . dee stood about ten feet away from him , whispering to the bastard in the shadows . but the blood scent was coming from the left . drifting from the mouth of that alley . garbage and decay-and sweet human blood . he hesitated , his gaze on that yawning opening . `` help ... '' the faintest of whispers . simon closed his eyes . close enough for the blood to tempt him . dee had been right . this was the perfect place to hunt . but not for them . these hunting grounds belonged to the vampires . `` help ... m- '' a choked gurgle . a death cry . simon ran for the alley 's entrance . dee 's head snapped up at the thunder of footsteps . she spun around and saw him run into an alley . ian grabbed her hand , the hard flesh of his burnt fingers and palm scraping against her . `` coming from the inside , sandra dee . the thing you fear will take you tonight . '' and just like that , the odd chill she 'd felt in the car was back . `` you telling me i 'm going to die , ian ? '' his muddy gaze drifted back to the burnt house . `` saw the fire , you know . dreamed it . '' ian always had his dreams . dreams that had sent him to the edge of sanity and beyond . `` i know about your dreams . '' everyone knew , human and supernatural . `` told brian it was n't safe . told him to leave . '' ian 's twin . addicted to crack and eaten away by cancer . `` but then i felt the fire start , and i had to go to him . i knew-i knew he had n't left . '' he 'd walked into the flames for his brother . faced death . and still brian had been taken by the flames . but ian had n't died . `` i saw death that night . '' he turned away , so that only the perfect side of his face remained . `` i see him now . standing so close . '' this was n't the tip she 'd wanted . his lips rose in a humorless curl . `` do n't worry , sandra dee . i 'll be right there with you . `` i 'm not dying tonight . '' but that lop-sided smile did n't fade . `` we both are , '' he whispered . `` i dreamed about us last night . sweet , beautiful dreams full of blood and screams . '' a scream pierced the thick silence of the night , and dee ran for the alley , simon 's name on her lips . i 'm not dying tonight . simon grabbed the vamp and threw him against the wall .
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the scent of blood flooded his nostrils and the hunger he 'd tried so hard to fight bubbled to the surface . just need to feed once more . dee was too close . he spared the screaming woman a glance . `` get the hell out of here , '' he snarled . if the woman had sense , she would already be running . he opened his mouth and bared his own fangs . but at the sight , the redhead just screamed louder . and another vampire jumped him . dee ran fast , her heart slamming into her ribs . she caught sight of simon , fighting with another man , both of them spinning and thrashing on the ground as- simon 's attacker opened his mouth and sank his fangs into simon 's shoulder . the scream burst from her . simon threw the vampire off him , sending the guy hurtling a good ten feet into the air . what-how in hell had he done that ? some woman was screaming in a continuous howl , the sound piercing dee 's ears as the chick huddled near a dumpster . the vamp rose . `` you think you can attack me ? chase , i 'll f**king cut your heart out , you do n't be- '' simon ran straight for him . tackled the bastard . `` you wo n't do a damn thing to me ! '' and then he sank his teeth into the vampire 's throat . sank his fangs into the vampire 's throat . dee froze , every muscle in her body hardening . no , please , christ , no , this could n't be happening . the screaming snapped off , the silence rough and jolting . dee wrenched out her stake . realized her palms were soaked with sweat when she nearly lost her weapon . he dropped the vampire and whirled toward her . she 'd wondered if he were fully human . thought perhaps he might be a hybrid . maybe a shifter . in the end , she 'd been leaning toward him being a charmer , like pak . but she 'd never thought he was a vampire . licking the blood away . `` you 're a f**king vampire . '' what had ian said ? shit , stupid , he 'd said-he 's with you , dee . simon had been with her from the beginning , sneaking under her skin . no , no- `` easy . '' simon held up his hands . `` i 'm on your side , dee . '' he knew the vamp he 'd just attacked . `` you 've been setting me up . '' i swear , i 've been trying to help you . '' cigarettes and old smoke burned her nose . ian had come to join the party . `` it 's time , '' he called out and dee did n't glance his way . fucking crazy ian . he 'd been insane since he and brian shot up on that bad batch years ago and- `` it 's time , bitch , '' another voice growled and dee 's gaze shot to her left . the woman-the one in the skin-tight dress and the spike heels , the woman with blood soaking her neck and a weird , trembling smile on her lips-that crazy chick lunged at her . and sank a knife into dee 's chest . dee 's knees gave way and she hit the ground , hard . the bloodstained bitch stared down at her , that stupid grin still on her face . `` they said you would n't fear me . did n't you think a human could kill , too ? '' dee 's fingers fumbled with the hilt of the knife . fire pulsed from her heart . her heart ... slowing , slowing ... simon shoved the bitch out of the way . he grabbed dee 's shoulders , his fingers biting into her flesh . `` oh , shit , babe , hold on ! '' she blinked and tried to focus on his face . `` vam ... pire ... '' a croak . she tried to jerk free from him . she needed her weapon . `` i wo n't hurt you ! i swear , i 'd never- '' vampires lied . everyone lied . even the victims . no , the victims did n't just lie . they stabbed you in the f**king heart . the bitch 's laughter . dee 's fingers curled around the hilt . `` dying ! we 're dying tonight ... '' ian 's stupid singsong voice . `` death 's here . standing right here ... '' `` dee ... '' `` thanks for telling us where to find her . '' the bitch was talking again and dee blinked , sure she was speaking to simon . he set me up ? she 'd ... trusted him . and been so damn blind . `` does n't matter what i said , nothing could have changed . death is coming ... for you , too ... '' ian had told the woman where to find her ? i dreamed about us last night . ice numbed her body , gentled the fire in her chest .
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his fingers were still on her flesh , but she could barely feel them now . no , she could n't feel much , but she could still see-him . fangs out and gleaming . eyes-pitch black . a vampire 's eyes . she wrenched the knife out of her chest . the fire roared to life again and her heart- dying . `` dee , babe , no- '' she fumbled . the knife slipped from her fingers . `` why ... did n't i ... see y-you ? '' she 'd been too weak with him , from the beginning . needed him , wanted him- cared . his bared fangs came toward her throat . `` no , '' a breath , because that was all she had . `` we die tonight ! '' `` tonight ! brian , are you waiting for me ? '' `` we 're getting the hell out of here , '' simon growled and then he grabbed her , jerking her up against his chest . dee tried to shove against him . her hands just were n't working right now . `` you 're not going any damn place , bastard . '' dee 's head fell back against simon 's shoulder as he turned to face the mouth of the alley . the exit that was blocked by easily half a dozen vampires . the human had been the willing bait . lure . stupid f**king rookie mistake . but she 'd been so busy watching simon , that she had n't seen the threat screaming in the shadows . she tried to speak , but choked on her own blood . one of the vampires grabbed ian . `` thanks for the tip , ass**le . '' the vamp yanked ian 's neck to the side and sank his teeth deep . we die tonight . ian 's gaze pinned her . his lips moved in a near soundless whisper . `` give us the bitch ! '' a vamp spat at simon . `` hurry , before she- '' `` you wo n't touch her . sounded like he cared . the drumming of her heart did n't echo in her ears anymore . her neck began to sag . no , i 'm still here ! i can still think , still- so very dark . but she could hear the snarls . the vamps were readying to attack . and there was n't a damn thing she could do . this is the way it ends . ian , you bastard , i 'd better not see your sorry ass in the afterlife . chapter 8 simon kicked open the main door at night watch . his arms curled tightly around dee 's limp body and blood dripped on the floor around him . her blood and his . he 'd had to bite and claw his way through that gang of vampires . he 'd taken as many of them down as he could , then he 'd run like hell . staying and fighting had n't been an option . not with dee bleeding out all around him . the shifter must have caught the blood in the air because jude donovan came charging down the long corridor , barreling past the guards who had their weapons up , but who stared with wide , shocked eyes at dee 's prone body . donovan shoved one of the guards out of his way . `` what the f**k- '' simon 's hold tightened around dee . she was so damn still . donovan 's hands reached for her . simon clenched his jaw and let the tiger shifter take her away . the vamps would be coming for him . he had to leave her someplace safe . it did n't get much safer than a hunters ' den . her lashes cast dark shadows on her cheeks . such pale cheeks . `` pak ! '' donovan bellowed . one of the guards ran behind the shifter , grabbed a phone , and immediately called for an ambulance . `` wo n't do any good , '' simon said , voice grim . `` doctors ca n't help her now . '' donovan looked up , his teeth lengthening , his nostrils flaring . ah , now there was the problem . he reached out and trailed his fingers down dee 's cheeks . her flesh was warm . no longer chilled as she 'd been in that alley . why was it so hard for people to understand ? footsteps thudded down the hallway . more hunters , coming to the aid of their fallen friend . those soft lips were stained red with her blood . simon dropped his hand . `` tell dee ... tell her i did n't do a damn thing . '' pak rounded the corner . maybe he 'd heard the shifter 's bellow or maybe one of the guards had buzzed him . pak staggered to a stop at the sight of a limp dee in donovan 's arms . do n't leave her . the command came from inside , from the soul he 'd all but forgotten in the last few years . a temptation that almost broke him . she 'd wake up . she 'd need him .
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she 'd need- no . the vamps could track him . they could n't track her . this time , it would n't be about what he needed . simon met pak 's dark eyes . `` you 'll know how to take care of her . '' pak flinched as understanding hit . `` no ... dee ? '' his head inclined in the briefest of nods . then , one last look . he had to see her once more . donovan had dropped to his knees and spread dee out on the floor before him . his hands were at her chest , jerking open her shirt and pressing against the wound . it was n't bleeding , not any longer . the game had n't gone according to plan . `` good-bye , dee . '' simon turned away and went back to the darkness . the darkness always waited for him . and now , for her . dee opened her eyes and sucked in a sharp , hard breath . a fierce pounding filled her ears . hard , too loud . a dozen scents assaulted her nose . perfume , too strong . cigars . mint . a wild , animal scent and- voices buzzed in her ears . the buzzing grew , louder and louder , turning into a mad roar- `` dee ! dammit , dee , look at me ! '' she blinked at the thundering voice and her gaze flew to meet pak 's glittering stare . pak ? she 'd been in that alley , bleeding all over the place- blood . `` easy , dee . '' hands were on her shoulders . holding her in place . holding her down ? saw jude , his face white , his jaw clenched . there was something in his eyes as he looked at her , something- pity ? `` i-i- '' she sounded like a freaking frog . a really loud frog . `` i was ... dying . '' her hand fumbled , reached for her chest . her shirt had been cut away and she touched skin . smooth , unmarred flesh right over her heart . no , no , that was n't possible . `` breathe , hunter . you 'll still need to breathe , '' pak told her softly . well , of course she needed to breathe . she took another hard breath and swallowed and realized that she was thirsty . very , very thirsty . pak asked . dee could only stare blankly at him . why am i alive ? did the knife miss my heart ? maybe the wound had n't been as deep as she 'd thought , but there had been so much blood . the drumming in her ears pounded faster , louder . her hand rose higher , brushing over the edge of her bra , and her fingers circled her throat . so dry . it hurt to swallow . pak shoved a black mug into her left hand . pak had never led her wrong . dee lifted the mug , and the liquid , sweet and rich and oh , god , good , slid over her tongue and down her parched throat . greedy , desperate , she drained the mug in three swallows . the taste lingered on her tongue . pak had been holding out on her . he 'd never given her anything like this before and- `` maybe we should give her the whole bag . '' deep and booming , except maybe he 'd been whispering . her gaze slanted to him , and she found him holding up one of those bags , kinda like the iv drips you 'd see in a hospital , only-this one was filled with red fluid . no , with blood . give her the whole bag . dee licked her lips and the mug dropped from her hand , shattering onto the floor . she vomited then because she knew what they 'd just given her . what she 'd eagerly taken . get towels in here ! '' shouted to someone , somewhere , then , `` everything is okay , dee . '' pak , still trying to be reassuring . her head fell back even as her tongue skated over her teeth , caught the too-sharp edge of her canines- no , christ , no ! `` pak ? '' jude moved toward her , holding that damn vampire takeout , and dee shuddered . her hands came up . her short nails were turning into claws . `` what did he do to me ? '' the vampire who 'd held her in her last moments . the lover she 'd stupidly trusted . oh , dammit , she knew . jude lowered his hand . `` he said he did n't do anything . '' she screamed as the voices droned in her head and the smells blasted her nose . `` i 'm not human anymore ! that bastard changed me . '' i 've become what i hate most . pak , calm , trying to talk her down . no talking down from this . the blood-so close . no , no , she was going to be sick again- blood . her gaze rose to jude 's throat . to the pulse that throbbed beneath the skin .
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fresh blood would be better . `` why you looking at me like i 'm your meal , hunter ? stay in control , you got me ? stay in- '' she shoved her hand against her mouth . the hunger was so intense she nearly doubled over . just like those bastards who 'd slaughtered her family . `` stay away from me , '' she growled , and did n't look at him . could n't , because he tempted her too much . `` you have to drink more , '' pak said , voice smooth as silk . calm , steady pak . acting as if nothing were wrong . as if her world had n't just gone to hell thanks to a sexy , lying vampire who 'd set her up from the beginning . `` the first hunger can be too strong for some . i ca n't allow you to attack anyone , dee . you have to drink . '' she threw out her hand . another mug was pushed against her fingers . she lifted the cup , guzzled the blood . i 'm drinking blood . nausea rolled inside her , the human remnants fighting what she 'd become . she pushed the mug back at pak . it was refilled almost instantly . she swallowed the dark liquid . dee drank and closed her eyes . her cheeks were wet , but she did n't care . she 'd never cried in front of the other hunters . never cried , period . she still drank . drank until the vicious need pounding through her body eased , until she could breathe without wanting to sink her teeth into jude 's throat . until the monster inside had quieted . pak took the cup from her . dee swiped the back of her hand over her cheeks . stupid tears-what good would crying do her ? she glanced at her hands , frowning . wait , was that blood ? she 'd cried tears of blood ? dee 's chin came up . she hunted vampires for a living . she 'd known that a day like this could come , probably would come , sooner or later . she 'd hedged her bets to make sure that she would n't turn into one of those killers who preyed on innocents . so many vampires just lost control and killed ... killed . because the bloodlust could flare so strongly . zane was her safety net . `` he 's with the cleanup team on bymore . '' she 'd been on bymore , right before the attack . `` bastard 's dead , and so is some cop , a female who 'd been working vice . '' the bitch who 'd stabbed her . and she 'd been one of tony 's girls ? `` the place is a f**king mess , blood everywhere , dead vamps torn apart- '' `` what ? '' with the hunger slaked , she could think better . `` did night watch get there to- '' `` not our kills . '' pak crossed his arms over his chest and stared down at her . `` we found the bodies like that and thought maybe you 'd managed to take some of the bastards out . '' `` no , no , the cop stabbed me . i was down for the count . '' should have been , anyway . you wo n't touch her . dee could still hear the rage in simon 's voice . `` he brought me here ? '' dumped her . he 'd changed her , then dumped her . she swallowed , aware that the knowledge hurt . the jerk still had the power to hurt her . dumped me like garbage . because he knew she 'd be coming after his ass . `` chase wanted you taken care of . he knew you 'd be safe here . '' but the hunters were n't safe . she was too unstable . too- `` you know the first forty-eight hours are the hardest . '' pak , still with those crossed-arms and quiet voice . `` we 're going to have to keep you under lockdown until we can make sure you 're not- '' insane . driven crazy by bloodlust and power . a freaking killer who would slaughter everyone and everything in her path . `` i know you gave zane kill orders , '' pak said and jude sucked in a sharp breath . jude 's claws sprang out . `` but you 're not dying yet , '' pak told her . `` i 'm already dead ! '' he jerked his head toward jude . and , do whatever you have to do , but keep that demon away from her . '' because if she went bad , if she could n't keep her control , zane would come for her . he 'd given her his word , after all , and one thing about that demon , he always kept his word . unlike simon ... i 'll find you . sooner or later , she 'd find her lover and make him pay . `` you do n't smell like a vamp , '' jude said four nights later when he led her out the back door of night watch .
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his nostrils flared a bit and he leaned in close . `` damn , woman , you just smell , hell , like you . '' dee glanced his way , then turned to stare at the long , dark street . since the moment she 'd awoken , pak had kept her under close scrutiny . fed her . helped her to focus the chaos in her mind that came from the enhanced senses and the fears . just like before , pak had taught her . not how to hunt this time . how to live as a vampire . `` pak told me that a vamp 's scent changes , '' dee said , not sure she understood why she was n't reeking like a corpse . `` those bastards that hunt and rip apart humans , they stink of death and decay . '' `` because they have no soul left , '' pak 's soft voice , coming from behind them . dee did n't glance back . it was too easy to catch even his soft footfalls now . `` my grandfather once said that when the taken lose their humanity , they become no more than the walking dead . '' his grandfather had been a choctaw shaman , so dee figured the guy had known a thing or two about the walking dead . `` you still have your soul , dee . your mortal life is gone , but you 're still the same inside . '' she just had a few flashy additions on the outside . new teeth . new nails . new eyes . why had simon changed her ? `` why not just leave me to die ? '' she asked the night , her hands clenched into fists . dee had n't really expected one . `` you 'll hunt now . '' pak sounded certain . she would , because there was still a job to do . `` for some reason , the born master left the city . '' a great stroke of luck for them . because she sure had n't been up to hunting the last few days . `` we ca n't risk him coming back , '' jude said , voice grim . she uncurled her hands and glanced down at her new claws . `` you ca n't take him down alone ! '' jude snapped . `` you'll- '' `` die ? '' she finished and gave him a tight smile . her eyes darted around the street . no sign of zane . he had n't come to night watch , not once during her little `` stay . '' would have caught his scent just as she 'd caught all the others . but he 'd come for her , sooner or later . just like tony would be coming . her time had expired for him , and the little matter of her being undead was n't going to stop him from taking her down . she stepped into the night . `` never the innocents , hunter . never them , '' pak ordered . the prey she 'd be hunting first , well , he was n't innocent . she doubted if he ever had been . sure , she 'd track the born master . find him , do her damned best to kill him . but first- first , she had some personal payback coming . her nostrils widened as she scented the night . `` come out , come out , simon chase . '' i 'll find you , wherever you are . following the scent of blood was ridiculously easy . fighting the urge to let her fangs out , to take a bite , not so easy . but the need for blood had been slaked under pak 's watchful eye . control , yeah , she had that now . he 'd gotten her through that first mad rush of blood hunger . the rush that drove some vampires crazy and pushed others beyond that thin good/evil line . she would n't need to feed for weeks now , and when she did feed , the thirst would n't be as overwhelming . the first time-it was always a bitch in vampire land . so she had her control . once she got her hands on her lying lover , dee was n't real sure how long it would be before that old wall of control started to crack . the first stop on her little hunt was his place . not that she expected simon to still be hanging around town . no , once he 'd dumped her ass , he 'd probably hit the road as fast as he could . why change me ? that question had haunted her every moment . was this some kind of sick punishment ? another way of torturing her ? he 'd probably thought turning her into what she hated most was hilarious . his house stood at the end of the road , lined off by garish yellow police tape . she could see the color of the tape so clearly in the darkness . could see everything so clearly . the bullet holes in the siding . the broken shards of glass . the front door that swayed drunkenly on its hinges . dee hunched down and slid under the police tape . no sign of any uniforms . maybe she 'd find something inside to lead her to the vampire bastard . getting inside was easy-the front door was pretty much gone .
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the tv lay smashed on the floor . stuffing from the couch cushions covered the room . and to think , she 'd actually been happy here , for a brief , stupid moment of time , she 'd been happy . a groan , more vibration than sound , and she caught the faintest hitch . coming from the bedroom . claws out , she sprang forward . and slammed into her lover 's chest . dead lover 's chest . dee took him down , hard and fast . simon 's head rapped against the hardwood . her hips straddled him and she pinned his arms to the floor . oh , yeah , vampire strength , baby . why was he saying her name like that ? all husky and hungry . like he had n't royally screwed her . her fangs were growing , sharpening , and she wanted to sink them into his throat . the whisper she 'd first heard here , with him . she should have known back then what was happening . vampires were highly psychic . he 'd been the one broadcasting that need , not her . `` you should have let me die , '' she growled and her fingers tightened around him . his eyes flashed to black as fury hardened his face . finally she was seeing the real man . not the fake veneer . he lunged up , breaking her hold and rolling them in a tumble of limbs . in the next second , dee was on the floor , he had her caged , and his teeth glinted down at her . `` have n't taken straight from a source yet , have you , babe ? you wo n't be strong enough to- '' dee tried to head-butt him , but simon pulled back , shaking his head . `` still thinking like a human . you ca n't do that , dee . '' `` i told you no ! '' she knew her fangs were out . her words were starting to lisp , just a bit . still not used to those damn teeth . `` i knew what you wanted , at the end . '' that part was seared in her mind . the memory of his voice rumbled in her mind . then his bared fangs had come toward her throat . must have been her imagination , or maybe just the insanity brought on by dying , but she 'd sure thought the man sounded scared then . afraid , for her . `` i didn't- '' `` you played me all along . lied to me ! tricked me ! you were the one who set all this shit up , were n't you ? '' her hands jerked against his , but , he was stronger and he was n't letting up . `` thinking like a human , '' he muttered again . `` dee , calm down . '' she was so sick of people telling her to calm down , relax , or go easy . she was a vampire for f**k 's sake ! she did n't have a cold or a broken hand-she was a vampire ! dee rammed her knee up and caught him right in the groin . his hold loosened , a moment was all she needed , and she hurled him back . he flew five feet and thudded into the wall . sometimes thinking like a human was n't bad . she bent low and jerked her stake from her ankle holster . he bounded back to his feet and shook his head . `` you did n't come here to kill me . '' straightening , she tested the weight of the stake . `` i want to know where the born master is . '' if she had to get physical with him to find out the location , so be it . a rough laugh burst from his lips . her control had begun to waver the minute she 'd seen him . but the man stepped forward and a hard smile curled his lips . `` i made you scream for me . i took you and you came and you screamed for me . '' she 'd screamed his name . a growl built in her throat . `` the born master . '' the smile wiped away . `` i got you out of that alley . those vampires wanted to rip you apart . i got you out . i kept you safe . '' she lunged at him and closed the distance instantly . she shoved the stake right above his heart , not breaking the skin , not yet . but it would be all too easy to go in for the kill . and let me stay dead . his hands came up , moving in a fast blur , not to push her away , but to wrap around her wrist , and to hold that stake close . he 'd said the same thing before , but this time , a shiver worked over her . `` someone else made me ? '' his hold did n't waver . `` do n't get it , do you ? i thought pak would have told you before he sent you out to hunt . '' the stake pressed into his flesh . his gaze tracked over her face . you were born in that alley . you died- '' he sucked in a sharp breath .
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`` right in my arms , but then you came back . '' and simon almost died then because the roaring in her ears blasted her mind apart and the stake was suddenly so light in her hands- he shoved her back . she should have fallen to the floor . she barely stumbled . that black gaze bored into her . `` in certain circles , the truth about you has been known for a long , long time . '' `` certain vampire circles ? '' `` you 're lying , '' she spat the words . there was no way she was born . he asked and he did n't advance toward her . a rivulet of blood ran down his chest . the scent was so ripe and rich , better than the strawberries she 'd always loved and dee wanted to slither closer , to taste . `` your heartbeat . '' the myths were wrong . the hearts of vamps still beat . they still breathed . still f**ked . still did everything that humans did . because vampires only died for a moment of time , then they came back-they just came back different . zooming on the road . `` insects . '' could n't focus on them or their buzz would drive her crazy . she 'd learned that lesson in the first hour of her new life . looking at him , dee knew she should hate him , but the need simmered below the surface . he 'd lied to her , betrayed her , but the vamp inside looked out from her eyes and lusted . `` you do n't feel the call , do you ? '' `` you do n't feel the pressure . '' `` you do n't hear it , right ? the nagging voice in your head , telling you to come , to listen , to heed ? '' no , there was nothing in her mind like that . just the lust and the need . and the strong urge to rip the guy apart . `` the taken are linked to the born , you know that . '' vampire 101 . every hunter learned that lesson early . `` you do n't have a link . if you did , '' his hand clenched , `` you 'd be about to go as f**king crazy as i am because the born we 're after is calling his vamps to him , calling 'em in a frenzy because the bastard is scared as hell . '' the born we 're after ? she could see the tension in simon 's body . the faint sweat on his brow . she 'd thought that was fear , fear of her . `` you 're telling me that you 're linked to the born who was in baton rouge ? '' the barest of nods . her breath exploded , and for a moment , she saw red . literally saw him in a wall of blood . not with the stake this time , but with claws and teeth . she slammed into him and they staggered to the floor . she wrenched his hands down and her mouth went for his throat . her fangs scraped across his flesh . it took a moment for her to realize that he was n't fighting her . his body was held too still , taut , like a wire , and he was just ... waiting . `` do it , '' a rasp and he bared his throat . `` this is why i hunted you , why i fought for you . '' nothing was making sense to her . `` i killed for you , and i would have died . the blood flowed so close , right beneath her teeth . her tongue slipped out , tasted that flesh . should have stayed with pak longer . not ready for this . but she 'd never be ready for this . the bite gave a vampire power . why would he want to be weak ? that blood ... so close ... . she shuddered against him , fighting the beast she 'd never known until now . i fought like hell burning for you , do n't you see that ? woman , do n't you- '' he jerked forward and her fangs pierced the skin . accident ! no , she had n't meant- his blood slipped over her tongue . warm and sweet . a groan tore from his lips . her fangs sank deeper . the blood flowed faster . her br**sts pressed against his chest and she freed his hands , the better to drag her fingers through his hair and hold his head so she could take . his hands curled around her hips and yanked her tight against him , the aroused length of his c**k shoved between her legs . thick , hard . she arched her hips , loving that pressure even as she drank from him . sex and blood . `` more , dee , take more ! '' helpless , she did . his fingers fumbled with the button of her jeans . he jerked the fly open , managed to push his fingers between them and shove down her jeans . heat pooled in her sex , and a hungry , vicious need ripped away her reason as she fed from him . fed , for the first time on a living being . this was what pak had warned her about .
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this was why she 'd given zane kill orders . dee could n't pull back . she wanted her teeth in simon 's throat and she wanted his c**k driving into her . what he 'd done to her , who he was-did n't matter . she needed , so badly . her body began to heat , from the inside out , and a rush of power and euphoria swept through her . she could have anything . the world was hers . there was no stopping her . she could take and take and- her hands joined his and they jerked her jeans and panties down even as she kicked off her shoes . but dee did n't free his throat . no , there was no way she 'd stop drinking that wonderfully sweet blood . his zipper hissed down . her legs widened . the touch of his bare c**k had her jolting , but not stopping . no , not stopping . she was undead . no protection required . no pregnancies . the need that had her sex slick when she should have been horrified . the need that had her ni**les tight and her back arching , the need that- simon thrust into her and she slammed her hips down on him at the same moment . should n't be doing this . should n't be . did n't even like him . but the vampire did n't care . a vampire 's wet dream . their bodies strained together . his c**k was long and thick and every frantic move of his hips had him sliding deeper inside . she was wet , more than ready , and he filled every inch of her core . her mouth tightened on him , fangs in deep . he drove harder , shoving up with his hips , and dee took every straining inch of his shaft and wanted more . his fingers thrummed her clit . her knees tightened around him . she pushed down harder , wanting to take , take . she exploded around him as her sex contracted on a wave of pure pleasure that had her trembling , quivering , coming with the best orgasm she'd- simon bucked beneath her and climaxed , jetting out the hot splash of his release deep inside of her . this time , he was the one who screamed . no , more like a roar . her mouth gentled on his neck . the driving rush of bloodlust began to ease and the haze of red cleared from her mind . oh , christ , what had she just done ? she had n't come to screw him . not part of her plan . she 'd come to find out what he knew about the born and to make him pay for changing her . two bodies on the floor . graying hair and sightless eyes . blood around them , oozing from their torn necks . her hands clamped on simon 's shoulders . her claws dug deep . simon , running to them , falling to the floor , slipping in their blood . dee tried to lift her head . she should n't be seeing- `` told you there was no choice , chase . you 're ours now . '' a tall , pale vampire . beautiful and perfect . laughing as he stared at the dead bodies , blood dripping from his mouth . simon 's bellow of fury . his memories . linking . the way of the vampire . dee jerked her mouth away from his throat . she scrambled away , shaking , the taste of him still in her mouth , on her tongue , and her sex quivering for more . dee shoved back her hair and she stared at him . no , no-what have i become ? he smiled at her , a sad , painful sight , and said , `` welcome to my world . '' chapter 9 `` sandra dee daniels rose . '' the words fell into the silence of the room . the born master did n't glance up , he kept his teeth buried in the neck of his prey and her blood flowed over his tongue . one minute stretched to five . then ten . the prey stopped moving . no more whimpers . he kept feeding . only a shell . his head rose and he licked his lips . `` i 'll need another . '' the hunger was never satiated for him . his glance drifted back to the woman . pale limbs . limp neck . hair a long , straight black . death had been kind to her . no fear showed on her face . her eyes had closed , and she almost looked like she might just be sleeping . he was n't usually kind , but this human had helped him . in return for luring , she 'd wanted immortality . turning , he glanced at the taken in the doorway . but just because the little hunter had finally turned did n't mean she was a threat . sure he 'd hoped to have her head so she would n't become , but failure did n't mean the end for him . there was no end for him . `` about four nights ago . '' `` we had her , but chase stopped the team . he took her away . '' fucking chase .
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the ass**le had been a thorn in his side for too many years . `` the bastard needs to burn . '' `` so does she . '' he shoved the body out of his way as he stalked to the window . `` take the bitch out with him . '' because the demon seer he 'd used so long ago , another bitch who 'd tried to screw him , had told him a great deal about sandra dee . a new born breathes on this earth . a new born ? he had n't believed her , not at first . the youngest born was over two thousand years old . but the demon had been certain . she 'd seemed to know so much about sandra dee . her strength lies close to her heart . so when he 'd attacked , his first move had been to cut her heart out . he 'd killed her family . let her walk in their blood . and later , when he could n't kill her , he 'd set plans in motion to separate her from the friends she 'd come to know so well . the killing of the human in baton rouge had been the first step . he 'd planned to force dee into solitude . to make the others turn on her . alone , dee would be weak . the demon had said so . he 'd made the seer tell him about dee 's weaknesses . torture was so easy for him . he 'd learned at the foot of a master so many centuries before . he knew exactly how to make prey break . the demon had broken for him . two days , and she 'd broken . but the whore had made one last prediction , right before he used his fangs to slice her throat wide open . `` she 'll kill you when she rises . drain you . make you see the fires of hell . '' as the demon had bled out , fear had trickled through him because the woman had been so certain . death was n't an option for him . he knew what waited after this world . no , death was n't an option . he rolled his neck and shoved away the past . `` burn her , '' he said again . fire was always the easiest way to kill his kind . `` make sure chase dies with her . '' simon chase . a stupid mistake made by one of his blood . some just were n't meant for the darkness . a soft muffle reached him . glancing back , he saw the new girl who 'd been brought to him . young , maybe eighteen . with bright red cheeks . he could hear the fast drum of her heart . some were n't meant for the darkness . and some were . he asked , eyes on the girl . no fear in her light gaze . `` we followed her the instant she left night watch . '' he licked his lips , already tasting his pleasure . `` then have her dead by dawn . '' simon raised a hand to his throat , and touched the blood that dripped down his neck . his pants were open , his c**k out , and rising by the moment . dee stared back at him , her eyes slowly changing from black to that deep chocolate he loved . the tips of her fangs peeked at him . a born . the witch he 'd sought had been right about her . he should probably lower his head . do some dumbass bow or head incline like all the vamps did whenever a born was close . a sign of subservience . of submission . because borns could rip apart the taken if they wanted . but he 'd just let her take his throat and his body . and he 'd taken her . simon was n't exactly feeling real submissive right then . so he held her stare and knew that she felt the new link between them . a link she 'd forged . already , the call that had haunted his mind for weeks had begun to soften . he 'd been right to think she was the key . dee would be able to change the game , to give him back his life . well , what was left of it , anyway . grabbed her jeans . jerked them up . her curls disappeared beneath the denim . setting his shoulders , he began to rise . but fell right back on his ass . weak , in front of her . her footsteps creaked across the wood . `` i took too much . '' but he managed a nod anyway . `` i-i-did n't mean to hurt you . '' the woman had given him one hell of a rush with her mouth and then the tight clasp of her creamy sex had driven him close to begging . standing over him , blond hair mussed , always mussed , eyes so steady and ... afraid ? since when did that woman fear anything ? she 'd stared straight at death with her eyes wide open and never flinched . while he 'd been so scared he 'd almost bitten her . because what if the witch had been wrong ? losing dee had n't been an option for him . the woman was n't a pawn anymore .
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had n't been , maybe from that first night . not that she 'd believe him . not when she found out the secrets he 'd kept . his eyes began to drift closed . the crack in her voice had his lashes lifting . had he seen the beauty the first moment ? or the strength ? the last part of the puzzle . had to be so careful here . her delicate jaw worked . he let his shoulders slump . not really hard with the weakness spreading through him , weighing down his limbs . `` you drink , then you explain , got me ? everything , everything . '' she held out her arm , turned it , and exposed her wrist with the thin line of blue veins visible just beneath the surface . he 'd be her first . his hands shook when he reached for her wrist . the shaking was from the blood loss , of course , just that . his fingers curled around her flesh and brought her offering close . eyes on her , he opened his mouth and sank his teeth deep . his tongue slid along her wrist and the blood flowed into his mouth . sweet , so damn sweet . a wild rush poured through him at her taste . his c**k jerked , his muscles strained , and power , wild , rich power , heated his body . nothing like a born 's blood . that was the whisper . the rumor . blood straight from a born was power . pure power . her breath caught and her eyes began to darken once again . the scent of blood hung in the air between them , but simon 's nostrils widened and he caught the heavier aroma of her slick cream . one more swipe of his tongue , then a press of his lips , and simon pulled back . getting ready to change the world . simon rose , too easily this time . he righted his clothes , hard that , with his dick bobbing toward her . but he 'd promised dee answers , and from here on out , he 'd be keeping his word to her . `` i did n't change you in that alley . '' her chin tipped back as she stared up at him . his neck throbbed from her bite and his body burned for her . always , for her . `` and i damn well did n't let any of those other bastards touch you . '' the understanding was in her eyes , but dee shook her head . time for some brutal truth . `` do you know how long it 's been since a new born came into the world ? '' `` borns are ancient . there have n't been any for thousands of years . they were some kind of genetic mutation . a messed-up mutation that gave rise to the vamps . '' `` what all do you know about borns ? '' the fingers of her right hand rubbed the wrist he 'd bitten . slow , steady strokes that she did n't even seem to be aware of making . `` i hunt vampires . i know everything there is to know-both about the born and the taken . '' `` not everything , '' he said , voice soft . eyes narrowing , she snapped , `` they 're young . i mean the born change young . they 're strong . stronger physically and psychically than the taken . they can-they can control other vampires . summon those in the line they create . '' time for hell . `` those vampires came to your home all those years ago for a reason , dee . it was n't some random attack . '' `` no , they wanted blood . they did n't care who they hurt- '' `` they came for you . '' `` i 'm saying that about sixteen years ago , a level-nine demon made a prediction . '' she 'd been the strongest precognitive alive . of course , after her prediction , the demon 's body had been found , minus her head . one less precog demon around . `` the demon said a new born was in the world , and that one day , she 'd change , just like the others had changed so long ago . '' not so subtle emphasis on the she . dee 's lips parted . `` the vampires came to your home because you were the predicted born . they had to kill you while you were young , before you could change . '' the air seemed to thicken around him . `` they were under orders not to drain you . they were supposed to cut your head off . '' no chance of her changing that way . `` they were n't sure when you 'd transform , and the bastard leading them did n't want to take any chances . '' this is bullshit , i don't- '' `` they killed your family because they wanted you to be alone . borns always cried tears of blood . `` if what you 're saying is true , why did n't they come back and kill me ? why let me keep living all these years ? '' `` at first , because you disappeared . '' and because grim had killed his all-seeing demon . no one had been around to tell him where to find a missing girl . `` then pak took you in . ''
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most vamps knew better than to cross him . `` others did come for you , but by then , it was too late . you 'd learned to kill , and you were ready for the change . '' ready how ? simon , i don't- '' now he did lift his hand . the clean , smooth lines of her face . she should have seen this for herself . `` you stopped aging . '' in her thirties , but she looked like she was in her early twenties . the woman had n't even realized it . she 'd been too busy fighting . `` you probably began to heal faster from your injuries , too , did n't you ? and killing , i bet it became easier . '' `` so much easier . '' a bit of sadness . `` you did n't transform fully because you were still alive . '' tricky part here . `` you could n't become a vampire until your human self died . '' a little rule not everyone knew . her lashes fell . `` like i did in that alley . '' no denial now . she just sounded tired . she swiped away the tear and left a smudge of red on her cheek . `` why should i believe this crap ? you 've been lying to me from the beginning . '' again , a simple response . he should n't have , really should n't have , but simon found that small growl sexy . `` this could be some kind of sickass mind game you 're playing with me . '' `` could be , but it is n't . '' her hands went to her narrow hips . `` then how do you know all this ? he suspected she knew this , but he 'd tell her anyway . if she wanted the words , he 'd give them to her , and he 'd brace for her attack . `` because i 'm blood linked to the born master who killed your family . and from the moment i became a vampire , i 've known there was a bounty on your head . '' the hunter-she did n't know it , but all along , she 'd been the prey . prey who 'd taken down every vamp who 'd come for her . and who 'd made the born bastard afraid . dee drew back her fist , and simon knew the punch would be hard . he probably deserved it , though , all things considered . before the blow could land , a long , loud whistle split the night . dee spun toward the front of the house . `` this is not my night- '' she froze . `` tell me that 's not gasoline . '' the scent was thick and heavy in the air , because some bastards were out there , getting ready to torch the house , to torch them . `` they followed you . '' not as long or deadly as a shifter 's , but still able to do a whole lot of damage . `` no way , i 'm always careful . '' he shoved past her and headed into the small den . the gasoline scent was stronger here . `` you were n't careful enough . '' `` simon- '' something flew through the already broken front window . a molotov cocktail . more burning bottles . into the walls . into the broken remains of his prized tv . then the flames sprang up like greedy bitches , racing across the floor and devouring everything in their path . trying to burn us out . no , just trying to burn them . he grabbed dee and shoved her back into the bedroom . the flames chased them . the smoke thickened the air and he tasted ash on his tongue . he could see flames through the blinds on his window . tall , dancing , red flames . they 'd surrounded the house . smart ass**les . they 'd circled the house with a ring of fire before sending the flames inside . the better to trap them . he 'd seen too many of his brethren fall to the flames . it would n't happen to them . not to dee . he grabbed the tangled covers from the bed . dee jumped up and kicked the glass from his window . no fresh air came in , just more billowing smoke . she hurtled through the broken glass and simon lunged right on her heels . could n't see the sky . only that hungry circle of flames , burning closer . dee 's tight voice . the vamps had planned well , and he 'd been so distracted by dee that he 'd let them get killing close . wo n't make that mistake again . they 'd fed the flames , poured so much gas on the area that the air tasted rancid on his tongue . `` burn , bitch , burn . '' the words echoed in the night , crackling above the flames . he threw the covers over dee , heard her grunt as he grabbed her and tossed her over his shoulder . then he jumped through the flames . the fire bit his arms and licked across the side of his face . touching hell .
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the white-hot pain seared him , singeing skin and lancing flash in the seconds it took to leap through the fire . his arms were burning . the cover surrounding dee blazed with fire . he rolled her , pounding at the fire , and the dirt flew around them . the pain-aw , f**k. he sucked in a breath , choked on smoke , and took the hot agony . dee shoved out of the cover . `` simon , what the hell were you- '' `` fucking bitch , '' a snarl , too close . simon 's head jerked up and he saw the vamps closing in . the survivors from the alley . should n't have let them live . but his priority had been getting dee the hell away from that place before any of the vamps had been able to make her death permanent . mateo came in first . the big , thick italian was at least a century old , and he had one serious addiction to pain-giving it and hearing the screams of his prey . he came at dee , the claws of his left hand swinging toward her neck even as he brought up his right hand , a hand that simon knew would be clutching a stake in that bulging fist . dee , watch out ! '' she twisted , her legs still partially trapped in the smoking covers as she fought to rise . simon jumped in front of her , and mateo 's claws sank into his chest . oh , but the bastard had been begging for a killing for far too long . he slammed his head into the vamp 's . handy little trick he 'd learned from dee . but mateo just laughed and that stake came up even as the claws twisted in simon 's chest . okay , a little help would be good right then . his lips opened , a high keening cry gurgling up in his throat . then he slumped forward . simon looked over the stiff man 's body . saw dee . saw her jerk the wooden stake from mateo 's back . `` do n't worry , i got the heart . '' uh , yeah , he bet she had . he wrenched the vamp 's hand and the claws ripped from his chest . pain blasted through him . simon did n't look down at his body . if he saw the damage ... `` what are they waiting on ? '' the other three vampires stood less than five feet away . their claws were out , their fangs glinting in the firelight . he knew them all , just as he 'd known mateo . katya , the russian vampiress , an ex-mob boss 's lover . she 'd gutted the fool who 'd loved her . vince , the newbie who 'd turned less than a year before . so much bloodlust there , burning in his eyes . and leo , tall and dark , standing and waiting with that damn twisted grin on his face . waiting , all of them , just waiting . `` who the hell are you ass**les ? '' dee demanded and damn if the woman did n't put herself in front of him . aw , well , was n't that sweet . but , considering the way he was starting to waver on his feet , maybe it was necessary , too . `` we 're the welcome wagon , sweetheart . '' from leo . he crossed his arms , raked his gaze over her , and seemed to ignore the flames . well , here 's a tip . flowers work well . they say , 'hi , here 's a present . ' fire , ummm , not so much . '' dripping blood . leo 's black stare drifted to simon . `` you sure this is the side you want to choose , buddy ? '' before he could speak , dee growled . hell , simon , tell me you do n't know these freaks . '' a laugh from leo . should have been a warning . `` i 'm the one who changed simon , and katya- '' katya smiled . `` she 's the one who gave him his first vampire f**k. '' oh , great . like he needed this shit . `` let 's just kill 'em , okay ? '' the talk was part of leo 's technique . the way to distract . to weaken . dee glanced at the redhead . she fired simon a hot stare . `` bad taste . you go for killers ? cause katya , i 've heard about you . '' the russian liked her bloodbaths , so that was no surprise . `` i did n't screw her , dee . '' the bloodlust had been riding him hard when leo had brought him in to the pack . but he 'd fought the dark temptation and katya . katya was n't the kind of vampire he wanted . dee was . could she see that ? her eyes held his a second longer . katya pulled two knives from the sheaths on her hips .
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`` i 'm going to cut your head off . '' fifty years and the woman 's accent still rolled russian . a sigh from dee . katya lunged forward , knives up , fangs bared , she went in quick for a brutal attack and- dee drove her stake into the vampiress 's heart . katya fell to the ground . no , she had n't just said- vince screamed and barreled toward her . oh , right , rumors said vince and katya had been an item since his change . dee scooped up katya 's knives . sliced fast and deep . another body hit the ground . this one , um , minus a head . dee asked a no-longer grinning leo . `` or do you want to make things interesting and try to run ? '' he 'd been right about her . she 'd be more than strong enough to kick grim 's ass . the born master would go down . this nightmare could end . so someone had finally noticed the giant ball of fire that was eating its way into the night ? `` more will come for you . '' leo spat on the ground . `` you and the traitor-you 'll both die , screaming . '' `` uh , wait , let me guess . '' a pause as she held up her hand . `` begging for death ? for mercy ? '' a hard shake of her head . did n't do it the first time , wo n't be doing it the second . '' bright red lights filtered through the smoke . the loud blare of a fire truck 's horn had leo jerking . simon 's knees hit the dirt . `` dee ... '' too much pain . mateo 's claws had dug too deeply into his chest . he glanced down now , finally , and-bastard almost took my heart . `` d-dee ... '' he tried to call her again . but dee , with her slightly scorched hair , shot forward and slammed her fist into leo 's face . then simon slammed face first into the ground . chapter 10 he woke on a gurney . a mask covered half of his face and some crazy woman had her hand pressed hard to his heart . simon 's hands jerked , snapping through the binds that held his wrists in place . `` wow , easy ! '' that hand pressed harder . the woman stared at him , hazel eyes steady . `` you go jumping up , you 'll ruin all my fine work . '' he heaved up anyway , and winced at the pull of-stitches ? yeah , she 'd sewn up his chest . `` i did n't do anything for the burns . '' no , he did n't want to look at those , but the woman , an emt , trailed her fingers down his arm . pain pulsed through him and simon sucked in a hard breath . she glanced over her shoulder at the swarming cops and the firefighters with their blasting hoses . then her eyes came back to him . `` i stitched you up to stop the blood loss . i figured the burns would heal either before or on your next rising . '' a vampire term . so the lady with the curly brown hair knew what he was . `` i gave you blood , '' she said , leaning in close and pointing to a bag that dangled near his head . `` it took four bags to wake you up . '' `` you mind giving him some room , samuels ? '' dee 's annoyed voice . simon almost smiled . the emt did . `` jeez , i swear , if i did n't know you were screwing that charmer , i 'd think you were hitting on my vamp . '' her vamp ? serious progress . samuels eased back and simon got a good look at his born . soot marked the right side of her face . the ends of her hair had been scorched , so the cut was even more screwed than normal . her eyes big and dark . and when those eyes landed on him , horror filled them . `` oh , hell , simon , i did n't know it was this bad . '' she jumped into the back of the ambulance and hurried to his side . vamps ca n't jump through fire . you know the skin of a vamp burns too fast . '' a weakness . one of only a few his kind possessed . her breath came out in a long hiss . her fingers hovered over the red , raw flesh . `` do n't look at it . '' `` your face ... '' then he remembered the flash of agony along his cheek . but her eyes only flickered for a moment , then held his . `` tough guy , are n't you ? '' like this was the worst that had ever happened to him . `` you 've got to stop trying to protect me . '' her fingers lifted and brushed back his hair . simon knew his hair had to be singed like hers .
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that , too , would vanish with the next rising . `` you know i 'm stronger than i look , '' she said . a hell of a lot stronger . a guy could hope , because those ass**les were trouble . `` no , your sire 's still breathing . kinda , anyway . '' this was the last thing he wanted . humans are here ! '' why was everyone telling him that ? `` tony has him . he 's taking him to a private holding cell . '' her eyes returned to his . `` ca n't really have him blending with the general population in jail , now , can we ? '' not unless they wanted a slaughter . someone slammed the ambulance doors . the siren shrieked on , wailing over his head . `` i ca n't go to a hospital ! you know what will happen once they get a good look at me . '' she crouched and locked her fingers with his as the ambulance took off . `` we 're not going to the hospital . '' her eyes did n't waver . did n't look at the skin on his face that he knew had to look like it had been touched by hell . a faint curve lifted her lips . samuels watched them , but said nothing as she fiddled with the bags of blood , one of which still drained into simon 's veins . `` we 're goin ' to that private holding cell . tony still needs his proof that i 'm innocent , and before the sun rises , leo will give him that proof . '' `` you think leo will turn on grim ? '' he managed a hard shake of his head . pain knifed through his body , white-hot agony snaked up his arms , but he was getting stronger . every second , he was getting stronger . `` aw , but you do n't know just how persuasive i can be . '' a bigger smile , one that showed the tips of her fangs . `` grim , '' she repeated the name , as if tasting it . `` that the name of the freak after us ? '' one of his names , anyway . when you lived as long as grim had , the names changed over the centuries . `` he 's not an easy mark . you 've never come across another like him . '' he had to warn her . the fight would n't go down like others had in her past . a pause , too long , then , `` if you have n't been bullshitting me , and i 'm really a born- '' `` oh , christ , '' the whispered exclamation came from a suddenly wide-eyed samuels . `` -then i can make that bastard leo talk . he fell back against the gurney . `` no , '' soft , thoughtful . her fingers traced up the edge of his arm , carefully skirting the bright red blisters . `` where do you fit into all of this ? their side ? his gaze darted to samuels . did n't trust her . he caught dee 's fingers . brought them to his lips . `` i 'm with you , babe . '' that simple-he fit with her . he knew she did n't trust him yet . even if he had to step through fire for her once more . simon closed his eyes , pushed back the pain , and wondered who grim would send after them next . `` you burned for me , '' she said , her voice barely reaching his sensitive ears . `` i told you , i 'm with you . '' dee did n't speak again . the ambulance stopped at an old factory on the outskirts of baton rouge . a train whistle echoed in the distance and the scent of rain carried on the wind . when simon climbed out of the ambulance , dee tried really , really hard not to wince . the wounds were healing , almost right before her eyes , but , oh , damn , they were vicious . and the man was standing . no , walking , as if he had n't just been comatose , with second-degree burns covering a good portion of his body . tony 's voice . demanding and a little nervous . since he was human , he should be nervous . very nervous . she walked toward him , with simon at her side . i 'm with you , babe . if only she did n't think the man still had secrets that could come back to bite . tony shoved open the doors to the factory . rats squeaked and dee was pretty sure about six roaches ran over her feet . `` got him chained in there . '' he jerked his thumb toward a room on the left . `` he 's waking up , and even the blood loss is n't going to slow him down for long . '' she 'd managed to get some good swipes in before the cops pulled up , and she 'd managed to knock out leo just in time .
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she 'd been the only one left conscious when the uniforms swarmed with their guns , so she 'd been able to make some bullshit explanations , fast . lucky for her , tony had been on the scene , barking orders and getting the cops he trusted-two charmers-to take the bleeding leo into custody . she 'd leaned in close to tony at that scene . too many ears had been there , so she 'd had to be careful , and she 'd told him , simply , `` my proof . '' he 'd done the rest . cleared the area . taken leo to the new `` interrogation '' room that had been cleared for supernaturals . made sure that samuels was there to treat simon . tony eyed him . `` i ca n't believe you took up with a vampire . i mean , seriously , dee , a bloodsucker ? come on , i thought you had standards . you know that you and i could- '' her stare shut him up . `` let 's get this over with , okay ? i want my name cleared and i want to find out if more jerkoffs are gon na be coming to attack . '' tony thought she 'd just had one really kick-ass fighting night because she 'd had those before . you were getting stronger . what would tony do , when he saw what she 'd become ? growling , she shoved by him and went after her prey . leo stood in the middle of the room , his arms lifted and held in thick chains so that he dangled a good foot off the ground . the chains were hooked up to some kind of pulley , and one of the charmers stood near the master machine , sweat coating his brow . her brows lifted as she faced leo . `` aw , you 're trying to sweet-talk me . '' he snarled and tried to lunge for her . even he would n't be strong enough to break those chains . he spun a bit , looking like a fish on two big hooks . leo 's teeth snapped together . `` you should have killed me . i 'm gon na get free- gon na come after you ! you should have killed me ! '' `` do n't worry , you 'll die . '' you think you found your damn golden ticket , do n't you ? think you can get away just because you 're screwing the new queen bitch ? '' `` queen bitch ? '' tony asked softly . `` that 's ... ah ... different for you , is n't it ? '' `` the bloodlust will get her , '' leo screamed . `` only a matter of time , then she 'll f**k like crazy and she 'll drink from any fool she wants . drink , drain , and f**k-and you 'll be just as screwed as before ! '' dee flew at him . not deliberate . she 'd just seen the stiffening of tony 's body and- and , shit . she launched at the vampire and slashed her claws down his chest . he howled and the blood flowed . and the scent tempted . dee began to shake . dee , you 're not- '' she turned toward tony and knew that her fangs were out . fangs , claws . tony scrambled for his gun . simon punched him , a driving , brutal punch right in the jaw . tony staggered back , hit the wall , then the ground . the two charmers had their weapons out and aimed . `` wo n't do you any good , '' simon told them , coming forward and-what ? the guy was blocking her . kind of sweet . kind of- '' you know bullets wo n't stop us . '' no , but dee was n't exactly excited about testing that idea . she 'd been shot as a human , could still remember the fiery blast , and did n't want to go through that again , thank you very much . `` do n't even think about firing at me , '' she told the charmers , aware of leo laughing softly behind her . laughing-freak . tony rose slowly , rubbing his jaw . his gaze traveled over her . his dark eyes snapped to simon and fury hardened his face . he had his gun out and aimed in an instant . simon , bastard , spread his arms wide as if to say , yeah , i can take it , so- `` not to her ! '' tony roared . dee grabbed simon 's arm and shoved him . the bullet tore into her shoulder . still hurt like a bi- `` dee ! '' tony ran toward her . `` i did n't mean- '' simon caught him , lifted him by the throat . um , he just did . `` i was aiming for you , ass**le ! '' more wild , loud laughter from leo . `` lower the bastard , '' she ordered . the charmer near the switch hesitated . `` lower him . '' a choked gasp . tony 's face began to purple and the whir of the pulley filled the room .
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dee kept her voice soft . simon walked a fine edge , and one push ... '' simon , i want you to let him go . '' he dropped the cop . tony heaved , trying to suck in air . dee licked her lips and fought to ignore the throbbing in her shoulder . the bullet had gone straight through , she 'd heard it clang against one of the metal pipes behind her . at least she did n't have to worry about digging the thing out . just the blood loss . and she had to forget the pain . if simon could stand there , with the hell he had to be feeling , then , somehow , so could she . tony 's voice , hoarse . she could n't deal with him then . `` they 'll all turn from you now , '' leo taunted . his feet touched the ground . `` every one you care about-they 'll turn away . they 'll see what you are , and they 'll come to kill you . '' `` you 'll be the one hunted now . you 'll be the one who 's scared and desperate and- '' she stepped forward . smiled a bit . then sank her teeth into his throat . there was an instant of revulsion . of horror . of what-the-hell-am-i-doing . because she did n't want his blood . not like she 'd wanted simon 's . did n't want his taste in her mouth . she 'd longed for simon . no revulsion . she 'd been desperate to take from him . this-this was just business . and the woman inside , the woman who 'd feared and hated vampires for so long , she shuddered and a scream rose in her throat . ca n't live like this . images came to her then . flashing one right after the other . leo , covered in blood and grime , standing on an old battlefield . a sword lay cradled in his hands . the dead surrounded him and a wild smile stretched his face . dee forced herself to take more . leo , drinking a woman dry as she screamed and screamed-a woman in a long , flowing white dress , with her hair so long and loose around them . a tall man with bright blond hair , braided on the sides , watched , a smile on his lips . `` the first blood taste is always the sweetest . '' leo lifted his head . the blond man asked . a quick nod , but a tear leaked down leo 's cheek . `` do n't worry , your wife does n't even feel the pain now . '' she ripped her mouth away from his flesh . her lips were wet . blood trickled down leo 's neck . his eyes had gone glassy and the guy had stopped laughing . `` the voice is quiet ... '' leo spoke , a whisper . okay , so he seemed to be calming down , always a nice bonus and- he lunged forward and sank his teeth into her shoulder . dee howled and shoved him back . he shot away from her , but the chains groaned and jerked him up short . leo licked his lips . `` you- '' a shake of his dark head . `` i-i can remember her ... now . '' dee rubbed her throbbing shoulder , then she punched him , because that shit hurt . simon 's voice . steady and too controlled . where was her big , bad protector when she 'd actually needed his butt ? she fired a glare at him , then nearly winced . still damaged . `` dee , he needed your blood , just like i did . '' tony shouted . `` i 'm a vampire , you just tried to kill me , and i 'm having one real pisser of a night . '' good sum-up . dee narrowed her eyes on leo . `` and if you come at me again , i 'll take your head . '' a tear leaked from his left eye . `` i can see my sonja again . '' uh , great . `` your bite and blood diluted grim 's control , '' simon said . `` ask him now , he 'll tell you everything you want to know . '' well , not really easy considering she 'd had to bleed for her answers . `` are you one of grim 's taken ? '' `` he changed me . '' `` bound by his blood . '' could n't they ever just say things simply ? `` okay , you 're one of his goons . were you in on the setup ? did you kill that woman and leave me in her blood ? '' his eyes squeezed shut , then flew open . midnight black . `` she was easy to kill . she thought i 'd give her forever . '' `` guess you did , did n't you ? '' forever in a pine box somewhere . `` it was quick . '' `` she did n't suffer . ''
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`` yeah , i 'm sure there were plenty more who suffered over the years because of you . '' `` not what i wanted . never wanted . '' `` listen , buddy , you were the one killing . the one biting and draining- '' `` was n't strong enough . '' his gaze darted to simon . `` you know what it 's like . when he gets inside ... '' he . the big badass that simon had warned her about . `` he takes control , '' leo said , giving a slow shake of his head . `` his needs became mine . you have no idea how strong he can be . '' footsteps shuffled closer behind her . `` tell me this freak grim is n't in my town . '' tony 's voice cracked a bit . fear would do that to a guy . leo did n't answer . dee grabbed his bloody shirt front . `` fled . knows what you will do . '' okay , so now his voice was getting a bit sing-songy . was she doing that ? or was it his blood loss ? `` uh , what 's she gon na do ? '' simon and leo answered in unison . simon caught her hand . `` or at least , i hope to hell that she will . '' `` if not , '' leo breathed , staring straight at her with his hunting black eyes , `` then he 'll tear you apart , born . rip your world away and tear you apart . '' ah , nice visual . a shrill beep cut through the air . tony swore and jerked out his phone . leo sagged back against his chains . this was the tough sob who 'd nearly taken her out earlier ? he looked ... beaten . no , broken . `` it 's your blood , '' simon said , his voice carrying only to her ears . `` it 's diluting grim 's hold on him , making him remember who he was and everything he 's done . '' tony let out a hard expulsion of air . how many dead ? '' dee ran a hand over her face . `` if grim has this much power , why were n't you like '' -she shot her thumb toward the trembling vampire- '' him ? '' simon 's face had begun to heal . the blisters were starting to vanish , the skin lightening to pink instead of the fiery red . `` grim did n't change me directly . leo did . so the bond was weaker . '' `` liar , liar ... '' a weak chant from leo . `` i know what you did , simon . i know , little brother . '' she jerked at tony 's snapped call . she eased away from leo . he looked like he was down for the count , but she did n't trust him . tony lifted a hand , reaching for her . dee 's chin lifted . i 'm still the same . tony 's hand shot out and he snagged her wrist . a growl built in simon 's throat . tony did n't glance his way . `` there 's been an attack . '' yeah , well , sadly , in this city , someone was attacked every day . `` less than half an hour ago , vampires took out two hunters at night watch and they killed one of the assistants , a woman named grace . '' her face iced . not night watch . no one would dare to go into headquarters and attack the hunters there . not unless they wanted hell on their trail . `` i 've got to go- '' his fingers clamped tighter around her flesh . `` i ca n't have you at the scene . not ... with the way you are . '' fangs and claws . `` who-who are the hunters ? '' no , not them , please . `` spade and gomez . '' the taste of blood-way too strong in her mouth . i 've become just like them . `` spade was doa , his throat had been ripped open . '' a snarl from simon and suddenly he was there , wrapping his uninjured arm around her , holding her close . `` gomez is en route to the hospital , but he 's bad . tony inhaled . his fingers brushed over her wrist , over the pulse that raced too fast . `` looks like the vamps jumped them all right after they left night watch . '' there would have been too many hunters inside . the vamps would n't have been stupid enough to risk a fight like that . so they 'd hid in the shadows . struck in a weak moment . `` this is n't your fault , '' simon told her , voice roughening . but even before tony 's lips parted , she knew he 'd prove simon 's words a lie . `` they left gomez alive so that he could deliver a message . '' she kept her chin up . kept her shoulders back . leo , crazy screwed-up bastard , started to laugh again . so much for her blood helping him . tony 's lips thinned .
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`` that you 're next , baby . the blood will keep pouring in the streets , and they 're coming after you . '' she took the blow . took it , even as her stare darted to simon 's tense face . `` they knew the first hit was n't successful . '' knew she 'd still been living while the vamps hit the ground . `` because word travels fast in this town and his men- '' he spared a hard glance at tony . `` know more about this city than he thinks . '' a leak . no , a spy . one who reported to grim 's vampires . one who wanted that sweet promise of immortality ? why did everyone want to live forever ? `` i 'm going to the scene , '' tony said , `` and i 'll see if i can figure out just what we 're up against . '' a born master and his gang of bloodsuckers . guys who liked to drink , drain , and torture for fun . `` harper , post , '' he fired at the two charmers . `` watch this freak . '' `` run , little vampire , '' leo murmured . grim 's coming for you , and he wo n't stop until he has your head . '' she glanced back at the prick . but found sadness in his eyes . gray eyes now , not black . `` even being born wo n't save you , '' he told her . `` run , while you can . '' chapter 11 they needed sanctuary , and they needed it fast . simon and dee ran down the deserted streets in the heart of the city . pink strands of light crept across the sky . dawn , bitch that she was , would be there soon . he needed to crash . needed the healing sleep that would come . so did dee . and with her fresh wound , she 'd need blood . the cop bastard had gone off to investigate the attack , ordering them to stay away . not much choice . `` here , '' dee said , and simon stopped in front of an all-too familiar bar . no , no way were they going to seek shelter from- the glass doors swung open . a woman with long , pale blond hair stood just inside . her eyes glittered , and her hands , bare and small , fluttered in the air . `` i was wondering when you 'd come to me . '' the woman-the witch-lifted her eyes and met his stare . `` and when i 'd be seeing you again , chase . '' he had such shitty luck . `` do n't even want to know right now , '' dee muttered and shoved past catalina . `` cat , i 'm calling in my favor . i need a roof , a bed , and protection for the day . '' catalina smiled at simon and motioned for him to enter the bar . `` i see you found your key , and you thought i was just bullshitting you . '' she 'll be all that you need . but there 's a price for her . one you may not want to pay . he 'd agreed to pay everything . to trade everything , for the chance to have full control of his soul once more . and for revenge . sweet , sweet revenge . catalina closed the door behind them . she flipped the lock , then whispered a fast spell . `` one day , '' she said , turning back to face them . `` i do n't want to get in the middle of your war . '' a broken laugh slipped past dee 's lips . is that what i 'm in ? '' `` honey , you 've been in a war for years . '' `` you just did n't know it . '' snapped fast . `` thanks a hell of a lot for telling me , cat . '' the witch 's lips tightened . `` some things you were n't ready to know . '' she swallowed , then pointed to the back of her empty bar , to the door with the gold employees only sign . `` take the second room at the top of the stairs . chase can have- '' `` he 'll stay with me . '' `` ah , like that , hmm ? catalina tossed him a smile , one brittle around the edges . `` told you what would happen , did n't i ? '' `` but you did n't tell me . '' not flat now , furious . dee 's hands slapped down on the bar . `` i trusted you , catalina . watched your back for years . i never came in your bar . i respected your surface rules , never tried to push your spell- '' the spell that made all the humans walk right past delaney 's . the spell that only let supernaturals gain entrance to the bar . `` -but you and me-i thought we were friends . '' simon knew better than to get between two fighting women . `` friends do n't keep secrets . '' `` you did n't want to know this . ''
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catalina 's long hair floated behind her as she walked around the bar , poured a whiskey , and drank it in two gulps . `` when i scryed and found out-you did n't want to know . '' dee threw this over her shoulder as she marched toward the marked door . `` you took it away . '' catalina 's fingers clenched around the glass . dee shoved open the door . simon followed , slower . `` i did n't take it away . '' he caught the whisper of the witch 's voice . `` i gave him to you , and i gave you a fighting chance . '' maybe she heard the witch . right then , he guessed it did n't matter . she awoke to hands on her flesh . slow , stroking fingers that pushed up her shirt , skated over her stomach . darkness surrounded her , but she could see so well . healed now . not even a scar to mar his face or the bare flesh of his arms . he leaned over her , eyes intent , fangs gleaming . dee reached up and touched his chest . yeah , vampires dreamed . or , in her case , had nightmares . the flames , burning simon 's flesh . he 'd walked through the fire for her . whatever agenda the guy was working , he 'd sacrificed for her , again . his fingers were a warm weight on her flesh . no aches troubled her body . no pains . healed , just as he was . but ... hungry . the bloodlust , rising again . she 'll drink from any fool she wants . drink , drain , and f**k-and you 'll be just as screwed as before . no , leo had been wrong about her . she would have control and she would have simon . `` stop risking death for me , '' she whispered and the words stuck in her throat . i 'd risk any damn thing for you . '' still gentle . and the hunger grew . her hands clamped around his shoulders and she pulled him closer . she moaned , eager , and arched toward him . his hands eased up , sliding under the shirt that still covered her br**sts . his fingers skimmed over her bra , over the ni**les that were pebbled and hard , thrusting up against the cotton . she could smell her own need in the air . feel him all around her . simon 's head lifted . `` i want your throat . '' asking , not taking . the lust was there , brimming in the eyes gone black . for vamps , blood was about power , control , life . in simon 's eyes , she just saw need . the same stark need that she knew would be reflected in her own gaze . dee tipped back her head . should have been repulsed . even with what she was- his teeth scraped over her neck . should have been afraid . his teeth pierced her flesh . a bolt of pleasure shot straight to her core . her belly quivered , her knees shook , and she wanted . dee 's hands pushed between them . dee wanted his flesh beneath her fingers . her hands shoved inside and she found his cock . fully erect , thick , so hot to the touch . `` inside , '' she managed to gasp , `` inside , simon , i need- '' his tongue swiped over her neck and he lifted his head . `` take from me . '' her lips parted and her tongue pressed against a fang . sweet blood . she rose , and her hands pressed him back against the mattress . he went willingly , letting her have the control she needed then . no , not about power . she did n't take his neck , though he offered his throat to her . dee yanked off her shirt . tossed her bra aside , then straddled him , her legs resting over his powerful thighs . her fingers trailed down his chest and she leaned forward . a dull thudding filled her ears . her mouth pressed against his flesh . not in a bite . she closed her lips around his nipple . swirled her tongue over the hard nub . his c**k pushed up between her thighs , rubbing at the crotch of her jeans , and the pressure had her rocking back and forth . `` take , dee . take from me . '' but he was n't in control anymore . her tongue swiped over him and she let him feel the press of her teeth . maybe he 'd beg for that . his hands clamped over her hips and he ground her against his cock . oh , damn , but that was good . just not- enough . `` do n't play . '' an order given as her fingers crept down the hard plane of stomach . `` you do n't want to push me , you do n't want- '' she looked up at that and knew her eyes would be black . `` then you 'll get it , '' a harsh whisper . `` hope you 're ready . '' but she had the power , she 'd be in control . her teeth sank into his chest .
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his growl filled her ears even as the hot warmth of his blood slipped over her tongue . her hips lifted and her fingers curled around his cock . she pumped him , once , twice , felt his length swell even more in her grasp . felt- dee stood in an alley . one hand on her hip . a vampire hissed at her , and that preppy fool holding the vamp blinked his eyes . her memory , seen from his eyes . no , his memory . `` simon , why do i- '' `` not now , '' he gritted . `` ditch the jeans or i 'll rip them off . '' she did n't have any backup clothes then and- `` fucking rip them off . '' dee rolled off him . she shimmied out of her jeans and panties even as she licked her lips and tasted him . his hands , warm , strong , closed around her thighs . he pushed her legs apart and his breath blew against her damp curls . `` your smell . '' um , now , since he was a vamp that could-oh , damn . his mouth took her sex . tasting , claiming . dee heard a hard rip . his tongue swiped over her clit and dee nearly came off the bed . she squirmed , trying to get away , no , get closer , but his hold stayed tight and strong . his tongue drove into her sex . she climaxed against his mouth . a long , hard wave that trembled through her body . that tongue tasted and licked and stroked and dee realized she was calling his name . nearly freaking begging . she swallowed and her nails dug into his back . demand there . one more swipe of that tongue . her calves stiffened . oh , sweet hell . positioned his c**k and drove into her . her legs clamped around him and when he began to thrust and retreat , she shoved right back at him . the bed banged against the wall . simon 's gaze burned hers . so much fire there . so much need . he lifted her hips higher , plunged deeper even as his fingers bit into her flesh . another climax bore down on her . her sex trembled , tightened , and she tossed back her head . simon came , pouring into her . watched the pleasure , the near-pain of it sweeping over his face . then she came , pulsing , throbbing , breaking , beneath him . enough to nearly die from . good thing they were both already dead . zane wynter did n't glance to the left when he exited the night watch building . he did n't need to look to know that blood still stained the sidewalk . the blood of hunters . the scent teased his nose and a growl built in his throat . hitting here . the stakes he 'd taken from dee 's stash were slung in a pack that dangled from one shoulder . he had n't needed to sharpen them . dee always kept her babies in such fine form . he 'd find the ass**les , all right . he 'd always thought that way . he swore at the call . not one from another night watch hunter , but from the cop he sometimes called friend . a mistake that . taking humans for friends just led to trouble . tony hurried to his side . the guy 's badge flashed . it hung from tony 's hip . all official-looking . the cop had to be on the clock . or hunting , just like he was . pity they did n't always play by the same rules . `` i need to find dee , '' tony said the minute he reached him . zane did n't stiffen . just stared back at him . pak had n't called him in when she 'd been hurt . had n't told him about what happened , not until the bastard had given dee a running start . pak had always had a soft spot for her . he would n't do what needed to be done . the guy just did n't understand ... `` i-if something ever happens , you 'll come for me , wo n't you , zane ? '' one hand tight around a stake as she stared down at the still body of a teen , a young girl with blond hair and blood all around her . a girl who 'd gone on a killing spree and attacked her two younger sisters . `` i 'd never want to be like them . '' dee 's nightmare . one some bastard had made come true . pak said she 'd adjusted . that she 'd maintained control . and that she had a pack of vampires after her ass . but could any vampire maintain real control ? what happened when the bloodlust grew too strong ? what happened when dee turned on an innocent ? `` you 'll come for me , wo n't you , zane ? '' good thing they 'd never f**ked . if they had , knowing what was to come would have made the job so much harder . tony grabbed him and shoved zane back against the side of the building . the bricks bit through his shirt .
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`` i need to find her ! '' tony had slept with her . though he had a good idea where to start looking . dee would be licking her wounds . she 'd need shelter . tony 's face mottled . the guy had always been so in control . so restrained . one of the reasons why he and dee had n't lasted . she 'd needed a guy who did n't understand control . `` that bastard leo bit his own wrists open and the f**king guards did n't check on him . he was in a padded cell , they thought he was safe . the vamp bled out , bled out ! '' yeah , vamps could die from blood loss , but he 'd never heard of a vamp taking his own life that way . you had to want death pretty badly to take that route . `` last night , he said some sob named grim was after dee . i 've got to find her , help her- '' at that , zane knocked the cop back . tony staggered , nearly fell to the cement . `` and how are you gon na help her ? '' `` offer to be her snack ? '' a muscle flexed along tony 's jaw . she was n't crazy , she was just ... dee . '' sadness again . tony 's chin jerked up . `` i do n't want her to wind up like gomez or grace . i do n't want- '' he stiffened . okay , yeah , this was one of those moments in life that sucked . `` grace was working with the vamps . she lured the hunters out , got them to lower their guards . '' then served them right up to the vampires . a woman he 'd known for years . he 'd laughed with her . talked with her about her dumbass dog . stolen her coffee more days than he could count . and she 'd set them up . no , man , she was a vic , same as the others , grace wouldn't- '' `` we hacked into her hard drive today . did interviews with family , friends , and we got her doctor to talk . '' patient confidentiality , his ass . that old rule stopped the moment the patient got zipped up in a body bag . she had about six months left to live . '' `` you know humans , '' zane said softly , watching the cop carefully . `` once the clock starts running out , they get desperate . they 'll try anything . '' `` grace saw dee . '' she saw dee change , survive-live . '' `` guess it was too much temptation for her . the bastards sent her an e-mail . told her to bring a trade outside to them . the vamps promised her a new life . '' but just gave her death . `` they 're going after dee . you know they wo n't stop until she 's dead . '' `` it 's time for you to step back , tony . you 're not strong enough to handle the hell that 's coming . '' not with a born master playing in the game . `` i 'm not leaving her alone . '' `` who says she 's alone ? word i have is that dee 's got a new lover , a vamp who risked the fire for her . '' in his experience , vamps really did n't like to burn . `` i do n't trust that bastard . '' `` you think he 's setting her up to die ? '' that was the born 's name . old as frigging dirt . and the older the vamps were , the stronger they were and the harder to kill . dee was a newbie . so easy for her to die . `` no , '' tony gritted out . `` i think he 's setting her up to kill for him . '' footsteps shuffled and a woman with short , red hair appeared , rounding the corner . she drew up when she saw them , her eyes widening . the scent of smoke teased zane 's nose . she hurried past them , and he caught a whiff of ... blood ? hell of a combination . shit man , forget about your dick right now , okay ? '' he yanked his gaze off the woman 's ass and zeroed his stare back on tony . leave dee to me . '' but the cop 's head started shaking , hard . `` i 'm not abandoning her , i 'm not just- '' `` you want to be her prey ? '' no , she 's not like that ! '' `` every vamp is 'like that ' when they get hungry enough . '' `` you want to find her ? go inside and talk to pak . you know that guy always has info about this city . '' tony 's dark stare measured him . he brushed by him . did n't meet his stare . `` who are you hunting ? '' zane ignored the question and kicked up the stand on his new motorcycle .
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a flick of his fingers , a press of his foot , and the engine roared to life . `` not her , you got me ? the motorcycle shot away from the corner , racing right in front of an old , gray truck . `` tell me about your change . '' they probably did n't have time for this . she should be getting dressed . finding weapons . figuring out what the hell they should do next . but she needed to know more about simon . wanted to know and she did n't want the blood link to tell her . she wanted him to talk . `` your parents , the vampires attacked them . '' just like they 'd killed her family . `` is that when you changed ? did they trans- '' he rolled away from her . a chill rose on her flesh . he sat on the edge of the bed , giving her a view of his strong , powerful back . `` do n't make me into something i 'm not , babe . '' she pulled the covers up to her chest and waited . `` i was already a vampire before my parents were killed . i 'd been a vamp for a year before the attack . '' `` you thought i was forced to turn ? '' i was one of the ones who chose to change . '' the word came out husky , rough . to choose to be a vamp , to drink blood , to kill ? he rose , gave her a fine view of his ass and stalked to the jeans they 'd tossed aside at some point . he yanked them up . `` i was working in the middle east . the shittiest and hottest place the world ever forgot . '' simon turned toward her . `` one night , my men were ambushed . cut down in the road by bullets and bombs . '' `` they died around me , their screams in my ears . '' his fingers brushed over his stomach . `` i bled out on the ground . my leg was shot to hell . my chest torn open . every breath i took tasted of fire , and i knew , i knew i 'd would n't make it off that road . '' his eyes darkened to black . `` a man came out of the rubble . he walked straight to me . asked me if i wanted to live or die . '' he 'd chosen to live , as a vampire . `` i heard the thump of a helicopter 's blades then . whirring in the air . they were coming to help us , but i was the only man still living . '' so he could have made it without the change ? he could have kept being human ? `` i knew about the other . '' `` i 'd been to so many places , seen things people wanted to pretend did n't exist . war brings out the monsters , dee . it brings them out like you would n't believe . '' `` i 'd believe almost anything . '' sad and true . `` i knew looking up at him-i could see his fangs , see his eyes changing . i knew what he was , and i knew i wanted to be like him . '' `` the medics could have tried patching me up . could have saved my ass-and maybe , maybe i would have pulled through . but my job was to fight . he could make me strong . stronger than i 'd ever been , and i 'd never have to worry about choking on my own blood as bullets and hellfire took me down on a dirty road ever again . '' no , he 'd just have to worry about getting his head chopped off and having a wooden stake driven through his beating heart . `` vampires are always young , always strong . that 's a deal a man dying on a battlefield is n't gon na refuse . i wanted the bite . i would have done just about anything to keep living right then . '' `` but the helicopter- '' `` i wanted the bite , '' he said again . `` i wanted forever . '' his shoulders lifted , fell . `` i 'm not gon na lie to you . not gon na say the change was forced on me . `` and would you choose the same thing now ? '' `` i did n't choose this , i did n't want- '' `` getting out is easy , dee . bleed out . let the fire take you . every single moment you live , you 're choosing . '' she was choosing this life because for her , there was no alternative . `` i 'm not killing myself . pak had taught her that . you survived , no matter what . you lived . `` i did n't know-did n't understand about the borns when i was brought over . after the exchange , i woke up , strong , thirsty , so thirsty , and i did n't even feel the born 's power at first . '' ah , key phrase there . `` then the prick started trying to worm his way into my mind . '' `` that link gets weaker the farther you are from the born , so my tactic was to stay as far away from grim as i could . '' her fingers knotted around the sheets .
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`` guess that tactic did n't work so well , huh ? '' `` he knew what i was doing . sometimes , it seems like grim knows everything . '' `` to teach me a lesson , he went after my family . they had no idea what i 'd become and when the vampires came for them ... '' he shuddered . `` they suffered . grim and leo made sure of it . all so they could bring 'my ass in line . ' '' `` i buried them , and i heard grim 's call in my head every f**king second . '' he unballed his fists , stared down at his palms . `` he wanted me to come to him . wanted me to kill . wanted me to be part of his twisted vampire family . '' `` the alpha , '' she managed . `` controlling his pack . '' and sensing a challenge from within . `` made a deal with the devil . '' dee rose , fumbled with her clothes , and managed to dress . the silence in the room thickened . she shoved on her shoes . simon just stood there , bare feet , bare chest . dressed , armored , she finally asked , `` what kind of deal ? '' do n't tell me that you're- `` i found a warlock in vegas . asshole named skye . he has magic-dark magic-and he used it on me , for a price . '' dee licked her lips . his gaze darted to her mouth . `` i bled for him . thirty days straight . skye drained me nearly to death before each sunrise . '' blood loss like that- `` in return , he put a spell shield in place for me . one strong enough to weaken grim 's call . not block it completely , but to mute it so i could turn away from the born . '' lifted his hand and ran his fingers down her cheek . `` and find you . '' her fingers lifted and curled around his wrist . `` why did n't you tell me all this at the beginning ? '' `` because you would have run from me . `` you would have tried to kill me , and i needed you too much to have you turn away . you 're my shot at freedom , dee . real freedom . this shield wo n't last forever . i 'll be lucky if it lasts a few more months . grim 's too strong to keep out . skye knows it . grim knows it . '' his eyes blazed darkness as he told her , `` i do n't want to become what he 'll make me . '' he 'd fought too hard . held on to his sanity by going right into the darkness . `` over the years , there have been others who were changed and did n't become- '' his lips flattened . `` vamps do n't have to be killing machines . it 's the borns , they 're in control . the taken just dance like puppets on freaking strings . the borns who have been tainted by the power- '' or curse , depending on who you asked . `` -they 're the ones who want the blood on the streets . '' `` is that what grim wants ? '' `` grim wants the world . and if he can , he 'll take it . '' not while she was around . `` he 'll keep coming for me , wo n't he ? '' keep attacking those she cared for , just as he 'd attacked simon 's family . `` it 's his way . he separates his prey . makes you suffer , tries to break you . '' his flesh was warm against her . `` i do n't break easily . '' he leaned down , brushed his lips over hers . whoa , now , what was that- `` dee , i know this thing between us-shit , i know i was n't honest with you at the start , but you and me , what we 've got between us , it 's real . '' `` it 's lust , '' she told him , fighting to keep her voice even . could n't be more . `` it 's that . '' `` but if it was just me wanting to f**k you , things would n't be so damn complicated . '' `` we want the same thing , dee . we want to stop grim . '' but when hell came calling , would she be able to trust him in those last minutes ? or would grim take control ? his lips thinned at her hesitation . `` when you drink from me , what happens ? '' `` i get stronger . '' the revulsion was n't there . it had never been there with him . he stepped back from her , putting a few feet between their bodies . you see my life , do n't you ? flashes ? '' she knew that was n't supposed to happen . sure , vampires could use their power to look into the mind of prey , but she had n't been focusing , had n't been trying , had n't even wanted to see- `` you saw with leo , did n't you ? ''
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`` i saw him kill his wife . '' `` i saw that ass**le grim , standing over them , laughing . '' she 'd seen leo cry . if he 'd been enjoying the kill , he would n't have shed a tear . maybe , back then , he 'd still had a conscience . but no control . `` borns do n't have to focus their power to steal memories . '' steal memories . not her plan . `` they have to focus not to do it . their psychic power is so strong , the images come automatically . '' `` you do n't have to try and convince me anymore . '' time for her own honesty . `` i know what i 've become . '' `` knowing and accepting are two different things , babe . '' they were and she was a long way from accepting her new `` life . '' `` we 'll hunt him together , '' she told him , straightening her spine . `` but if i think you 're turning on me ... '' he marched to the bag she 'd thrown to the floor last night . pulled a stake out . `` you 'll shove this into my heart ? '' her gaze fell to the stake . not that easy . because the vampire had gotten to her . made her care . made her feel . he tossed the stake into the air , then caught it easily with his left hand . `` i 'll prove that you can count on me . she turned away from him , unnerved by his stare . she did n't glance back because she was too worried about what he 'd see in her gaze . `` i 'll take the lust . i 'll take anything you can give me . '' his fingers brushed her shoulders . he 'd moved fast and soundlessly . she should have heard him , with her enhanced hearing , she should have- `` and one day , i 'll take everything . '' his breath blew over her nape . `` just like you 'll take everything i have . '' dee shivered . his mouth closed over her skin . she leaned back against him , strength and power , surrounding her , seducing her . someone rapped against their door . timing , timing , timing . `` catalina , chill , all right ? i 'll be down in five . '' no way was she leaving right then . no , she wanted a moment , okay , more than a moment , to just stay in the quiet and pretend the big , bad eternal monster was n't after her . to pretend that she was just an ordinary woman wrapped in her lover 's arms . `` that 's not catalina . '' dee 's nostrils twitched . she smelled catalina 's scent . the light mix of incense and roses . `` yeah , it is- '' the door flew open and the light scent vanished . what- `` oh , hell , '' she whispered . zane wynter stood in the doorway , filling the frame , and his eyes glittered demon black . her time had run out . she knew he 'd come for her . come to keep the promise he 'd given a year ago . zane had come to kill her . unfortunately for him , she was n't ready to die yet . chapter 12 `` zane , no ! '' dee 's cry echoed in simon 's ears . so the demon had tracked them ? he 'd never been afraid of a demon , and he sure was n't about to start fearing one now . zane 's gaze scanned over them . froze on the stake that simon still gripped in his hands . `` were you planning to take her out , too ? '' his brow furrowed and then the words registered . no , one word . `` the f**k you say . '' he shoved dee fully behind him . no way was a demon coming after his woman with death in his eyes . `` it 's what she wants . '' the demon crossed the threshold . strolled in and swung a blue bag from his shoulders . he shoved his hand inside the unzipped top and drew out a stake of his own . `` what she 's always wanted . '' killing the demon would be easy . he did n't want to rip the man 's heart out , not in front of dee . this demon had been her friend once . a friend who was about to kill her . `` i wo n't hide from him , '' dee said and her voice was clear . she stepped to simon 's side , her chin up , her head back . the charred ends of her hair had vanished while she slept . her blond mane was tousled around her face . her cheeks were flushed , her lips bright red . the woman always looked so sexy to him . the demon 's eyes swept her body once more . `` you 're looking good for a dead woman . '' `` i take it that this ass**le is the one who changed you ? '' rage slipped past the ice in zane 's voice .
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cracked through . her hand brushed over simon 's arm . `` he 's the one who saved my life . a sad shake of zane 's head . `` so you 've already gone to his side , huh , dee ? already forsaken- '' `` i 'm born . '' `` it 's the reason my parents were killed . the reason the vamps came after me again and again . i 'm born and i 'm going to take out the bastard-grim-who is on my tail . '' the woman sure had one hell of a bite . if there was n't a demon standing there , glaring and threatening death , he 'd lick that long column of her throat once more . `` sorry , dee , that 's not gon na happen . '' zane glanced down at the floor , then back at her . `` i got a promise to keep . '' then he lunged forward , the stake up , ready , moving faster than a human ever could and flying straight at dee . simon tried to jump in front of her , but dee shoved him to the side . then her left hand shot out and she snatched the stake , ripped it right out of the demon 's hand and snapped the wood in two . the broken stake thudded onto the carpet . she grabbed zane , bunched his shirt in her fist , and jerked him close to her face . `` you gon na bite me now ? gon na sink those , um , really long and what looks like freakishly sharp teeth in my neck ? gon na drain me dry ? '' the demon did n't seem particularly worried . dee rolled her eyes . `` do n't tempt me , ass**le . the smile that had curled his lips faded . `` you 're still in there , are n't you , dee ? all this ... '' his hand lifted , traced her lips , and simon had to bite back a growl . `` it 's just surface . '' she blinked and her head cocked . surface . being a vampire was a hell of a lot more than that . `` not a cold-blooded killer , are you ? '' dee freed him . `` if you were , you would have drained me by now . '' he straightened his shirt , then raised a brow . `` born , huh ? never saw that one coming . '' zane grunted and looked his way . simon just stared back at him . `` man , you need to bring that down a notch . dee and i were n't lovers . you want to get all territorial and kick-ass , save that crap for tony . '' simon locked his jaw and gritted , `` why are you here ? '' another fleeting smile . `` i 'm here because if dee really had become some soul-less bloodsucker , i would have kept my promise . '' his stare slanted to a watchful dee . `` do n't worry , sweet , i would have made it fast and as painless as possible . '' `` but the minute i saw you , i knew you were still my dee- '' a woman screamed . loud , high . the scent hit simon then . thick and cloying . zane spun around and ran for the door . dee and simon raced after him . not another damn fire . grim 's pack , they just were n't going to stop , not until they killed dee . zane shoved open the door at the bottom of the stairs and they walked into- an inferno . fire could n't spread this fast . with their senses , they would have known but- but delaney 's burned . the flames crackled and licked at the ceiling , growing bigger , hungrier , and giving them a glimpse of sweet hell . dee 's scream . the witch stood behind the bar , seemingly frozen . her eyes were on the flames that surrounded her . bright , dancing flames . the demon swore and charged for her . he waved his hand and the flames dimmed around the witch . he flew over the fire and grabbed her . `` burn , '' she whispered , but simon could hear her over the flames . `` burn so fast . '' she closed her eyes and turned her head against zane 's shoulder . the flames shot higher . the smoke thickened , but the fire did n't race back toward the witch . instead , it headed right for dee . `` wynter ! '' the demon could control fire . he did n't know what kind of power scale the guy had , but right then , as long as the guy could stop the fire , he did n't care . zane hoisted the witch over his shoulder , then made a fast movement with his hand . the flames flickered , faded . only to start rising once again . yeah , he 'd figured that out . dee had a tablecloth in her hands and she was fighting the flames . `` no , forget it , dee !
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simon grabbed her arm . the demon led the way , using his power to push back the fire that just kept rising , rising ... the demon 's snarl . he froze before the door . simon barreled into him . so not the time for this- but then zane ran forward . the glass doors exploded around them . smoke billowed up into the night . simon sucked in sharp , clean air , choking as his lungs began to clear . he glanced up at the yell . he saw zane struggling with the witch , and simon glimpsed a woman with curly red hair running down the street . he blinked and dee took off . fast , so fast , his little vampire . she caught the woman in two seconds and tackled her , sending her prey slamming into the pavement . the woman 's cry . `` why ca n't you die ? '' oh , so not what she needed to be saying to dee . he bounded after them . dee flipped the woman over and pinned her wrists to the ground . simon saw the tears on the woman 's cheeks . long , thin trickles that slipped over her skin , fell into her hair . `` do it , nina . '' the whisper was on the wind . `` kill her or they die . '' dee 's head snapped up . hey , jerkoff-come out and face me ! '' another vamp . one of grim 's men . but he was telling the woman to kill dee ? how was she supposed to do- `` ignitor ! '' zane 's scream of fear . simon 's gaze snapped back to the woman 's , and he finally saw her eyes , the bleed of red . grim was n't screwing around anymore . he 'd pulled out the big guns . ignitor-a human . a very , very rare human gifted with the power of fire . she 'd burn dee , burn her with just a thought and kill her in an instant . she'd- `` hell , no , '' dee growled when her t-shirt began to smoke . then she slammed the woman 's head back against the cement . the ignitor 's eyes fell closed , hiding that deadly red , and she lay , limp , beneath dee . he could love that vampire . already did . `` i 've got her , '' dee called . `` you get that other bastard ! '' simon took off , legs pumping fast . he flew down the dark street , snaked into the alley . his nose twitched as he caught the scent of blood . a woman stood , weaving slightly , her hand on the grimy wall . alcohol fumed off her but she 'd been prey , too . `` come out ! '' she looked over at him with bleary eyes . `` run , '' he told her quietly , flashing fangs . that left him all alone in the alley with his prey . a dumpster squeaked . a shoe scraped over the asphalt . simon licked his lips . `` hiding with the garbage ? '' the vamp came out , claws ready , a bit of blood still dripping down his mouth . `` you picked the wrong side in this fight . '' simon lifted his brows . he caught the whisper of footsteps behind him . his backup . no way would he ever mistake dee 's rich scent . the vamp 's eyes darted behind simon , and for an instant , fear flashed on his thin face . then he spun around , and leapt up , clearing the brick wall behind him in one bound . simon lunged after him . no way was this scum getting away from him . the man knew how to leap over a wall . really kinda sexy the way he could move so fast . dee exhaled , watched a bit longer , admiring her view , then she eyed the wall . um , yeah , she could take that . dee ran-a running start never hurt anything-then leapt . she cleared the wall , but slammed into the ground below . the impact jarred every bone in her body , but dee rolled , and came back up on her feet and took off . a big , dark , yeah , things-could-be-hiding-here park . overgrown grass . too tall trees . too thick brush . the vamp with the ferret face was fast ; she 'd give him that . her heart raced in her ears and her legs kicked beneath her as she charged after him and simon . no way was this guy getting away , not after he 'd set a freaking ignitor on her . a vampire 's nightmare . a being that could raise and control fire . not a good way for a vampire to die . she 'd watched vamps burn before . dee just had n't thought that would ever be the way she 'd go out . of course , she had n't thought she 'd be a vamp , either . simon lunged forward and launched his body at the vampire .
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even from the distance that separated them , she could hear the thud when their bodies crashed into the earth . she pushed forward with a burst of speed . simon flipped the vampire over-and the ferret bastard started laughing . that 's when the hair rose on dee 's nape . when she realized that the shadows were too dark . and that vampires did n't always rely on their first course of attack . backup plans . she was n't the only one who had them . dee let her claws out . `` he 's leading us by the balls . it 's a trap . '' one they 'd walked , no , ran , straight into . the ignitor had n't been the only threat . the vamps came from the shadows . no , five . oh , damn , six . simon rose slowly , no fear flickering in his eyes or showing on the hard planes of his face . his shoulders rolled and he smiled . `` guess you 're all ready for an ass kicking , huh ? '' the man might be insane . this many vamps ? dee was very much afraid they would be the ones getting the ass kicking . she still did n't even understand all her born powers . no way could she take on this many vamps at once . the wild , crazy kind you usually only heard in b-movies . ferret-face rose to his feet . he spat at simon . blood hit the ground near his feet . `` i-i knew they h-had a hole here . '' what was the deal with mr. giggles ? `` ca n't take us all , c-can you ? '' his back straightened and that grin nearly split his face . simon 's arm brushed hers . dee sighed and pulled out a stake . some habits just could n't be broken . maybe they should n't be broken . she eyed the closing circle of vamps , looking for the head of the snake . because there was always a head , one with dripping fangs . the vamp who wielded the most power and who had to be taken down first , because otherwise , he 'd take you down . fast , hard , and dirty . just because she liked her sex that way , it did n't mean she wanted her second death to be like that . the guy with the long , dreaded red hair . the one with green eyes that glinted and stared too hard at her . the one with his claws out and his hands up . he stood before the others , just by about a foot or two . not toss-away prey . threat number one . `` got him , '' simon whispered . hey , if he wanted to go first . `` knock yourself out , '' she whispered and her gaze dipped to the woman on the alpha 's right . exotic eyes too dark and deadly , red , red lips , pale , smooth skin and- the woman lunged forward . dee snarled and brought her stake up . her mantra . but the woman did n't come for her . instead , her claws ripped into the still laughing vampire 's back . dug deep . `` hold him tight , jun . '' the vamp screamed even louder when the woman dug her claws in deeper . the alpha stalked toward him . simon muttered . dee just shook her head and kept her stake up . you come down here , smelling of fresh blood , bringing the risen born , and you think we 're gon na do your bidding ? '' `` grim- '' spittle flew . `` grim 's gon na - '' the alpha shook his head . `` grim 's gon na die , and so are you . '' a whimper now , not a scream . the alpha vampire jerked his head . `` make it fast , jun . but make it hurt . '' `` n-no , no , grim- '' `` grim can rot . i 'm not his bitch . '' now that was n't a statement she 'd expected . two other vampires rushed to jun 's side . they hauled the now begging vamp away and big red turned to face her . a sliver of wood bit into her palm . his nostrils widened , flaring a bit . `` going to kill me ? '' `` i was considering it , '' she told him honestly . `` but i thought i might see your plans first . '' a short , shrill cry burst from the darkness . make it fast , jun . but make it hurt . looked like jun had done both . so killing was obviously on the agenda for him . it had been on hers , too , but she 'd hoped to force answers out of the now dead vamp first . `` you going after grim ? '' if she survived the next five minutes , yes . `` and you ... '' big red turned his green stare-green , when it should have been black , definitely a time for a vamp to switch to the hunting mode-on simon . `` that spell still working for you ? '' simon tensed . `` how do you know about- '' a hard laugh .
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`` i know about a hell of a lot . '' his gaze trekked back to dee and he smiled . okay , that smile had goose bumps rising on her arms . because while his eyes had n't so much as flickered in color , his fangs were out and dee could feel his power in the air . pressing around her . no , surrounding her . he had n't gotten his little gang of vamps to attack them , yet , but dee had the very distinct impression that the order could come at any moment . jun came back to his side , her steps sure and steady . her hands reached for the lead vampire , her hold possessive . `` i felt you- '' he murmured , `` the moment you rose . '' jun 's nails lengthened into claws . blood trickled down the male vamp 's arm when those claws slashed his skin . dee braced her legs and got ready for the attack that had to be coming . as far as she knew , there was no way this guy should be feeling anything about her . been waiting a long time on you . '' if jun 's glare got any hotter , dee figured she might start to burn a second time that night . `` just how long have you been in this game , red ? '' `` name 's tore , '' he said , `` and baby , i 've been in this game longer than you can imagine . '' i can imagine an awful lot . '' she caught the slight hitch in simon 's breath and knew he 'd just realized they were dealing with a born . out of one fire , into another . `` so are you some screwed-up prick like grim ? and what the hell are you doing in my town ? '' cause no way , no way had this guy been in the city long . word traveled too fast about the borns , and pak had n't said anything about two of the super vamps being around . pak would n't have kept that intel from her , would he ? the faint smile wiped from tore 's face . `` he 's nothing like grim , '' jun rasped and dee knew the chick was walking a pretty short anger leash . simon 's body was in the same false relaxed stance as hers , and she knew if she so much as inched forward , he 'd jump to attack . `` but we still do n't know why the hell he 's here , and yeah , tore , i do know exactly who you are . '' banked fury rumbled in simon 's voice . someone let me in on the party . dee darted a quick glance at simon . his black eyes burned . `` he 's grim 's brother . '' damn , talk about one powerful bloodline . two borns ? `` an unfortunate circumstance of birth , '' tore murmured . `` ca n't really choose family now , can we ? '' you could n't always save them either . but you could avenge them . `` i thought death would finally let me escape the bastard . '' tore shook his head . his dreads brushed over his shoulders . `` should have known things would n't be that easy . '' `` i really thought you 'd be ... bigger . '' dee shook her head , fed up . `` look , are we gon na stand around here pissing and moaning all night , or are we gon na fight ? '' `` not so fast , '' simon growled . `` we need to- '' `` i ca n't kill him , '' tore told her , patting jun 's hand with a soft , `` easy , love . '' one red brow rose . `` but according to the seer- '' `` uh , you want to kill grim ? '' but , then , did n't everybody ? `` he killed me once . payback should be ... acceptable . '' `` i do n't get it , why ca n't you- '' `` kill him ? '' simon fired at the same time . `` because we 're linked . grim ca n't control me , but he can feel me . he can slip into my thoughts , no matter how hard i try to shield my mind , and he knows when i 'm coming for him . he runs , always runs , and leaves a bloodbath for me to clean up . '' `` blood bonds , you know ? there was no bite between us , but we shared a mother and the bond linking us has always held . '' this guy did n't sound like a raving lunatic . he did n't act like a power mad vamp , either . he 'd come into town , without raising a stir , without leaving a river of blood in her streets . `` ca n't get it , can you ? '' jun asked , voice sharp . `` even now that you 're one of us- '' uh , no . `` -you still think we all deserve to rot , do n't you ? '' her eyes went to simon again .
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no , all vampires were n't evil . some fought like mad to keep their souls . their spirits . some of them , well , they just got stuck in a curse or a war they did n't understand . `` i 've never gone after every vampire , '' dee said slowly and she kept her focus on simon . `` only those with bounties on their heads . '' the killers . those who loved to torture and raise hell . `` like the bounty that 's on your head ? '' jun pressed . simon 's jaw locked . `` do n't push me , '' he growled at the chatty chick . her fingers lifted and brushed against his cheek . his head turned , just a bit , and his lips pressed against her palm . `` you 're making a mistake , '' tore said . `` you should n't trust him . take him , screw him all you like , but do n't let your feelings blind you . you 'll die if you do . '' he lunged at the other vampire , wrapped his left hand around tore 's throat and lifted the stake he 'd snatched from dee- jun raked her claws down simon 's side . the vampires closed in . dee screamed . no , simon was n't going out in front of her . at her cry , every vampire froze . some of them-wait , did a few of those guys just lower their heads ? a vampire celebrity . that 's what she was now . but nobody moved . `` jun , chick-i 'm talking to you . '' she could take that vampiress down , no doubt about it . `` he wo n't kill my chosen mate ! '' jun did n't ease her hold , but she did n't go in for another attack , either . `` yeah , well , he wo n't insult mi- '' whoa . no way she 'd been about to say mine . `` he wo n't insult the guy that 's had my back this whole time . i know simon 's linked to grim . i know the spell wo n't hold forever . '' tore whistled , or well , kinda gurgled . `` simon ... '' his hand fell away from tore 's neck , but the stake remained pressed right over the other vampire 's heart . `` i 'd die to protect her . '' `` you 'll probably have to do just that . '' tore 's gaze dropped to the stake . `` lesson for you , little vampiress . when you get to be as old as i am-as old as grim-killing us is hard . '' his fingers rose , curled around the stake . `` it 'll take more than a stake through the heart to keep grim down . '' she 'd heard a rumor like that years before . talk of another born who 'd been staked and nearly decapitated , but the guy had gone to ground and risen again . `` so what 's your killing tip ? '' `` burn him . burn him until there 's nothing left . '' simon swore and stepped back , yanking the stake with him . `` why do n't you just tell us where to find the ass**le ? '' `` go back for your charred witch . she knows . '' the vamps began to retreat into the shadows . dee demanded . `` i just wanted to see you and to figure out if you were up to the task before you . '' a somewhat sad shake of his head . now he was going to insult her ? `` i could 've had you dead on this ground in the first minute . '' `` and i could have taken your heart in the first thirty seconds . '' one that had her hands clenching . `` do n't hesitate on your kills . stop thinking like a human . '' inside , she still was human . deep inside , and she always would be . maybe zane had been right about that . maybe rage had been blinding her for too long . `` when you face grim , strike fast and strike first . because you wo n't get a second shot . '' so did jun . protecting his back . `` oh ... '' he stopped , looked back . `` tell the ignitor they 're dead . '' but the knot in dee 's gut had just gotten bigger . spells were powerful things . a few words , charms , a wisp of magic , and the world could change . dee and simon rushed back to delaney 's . simon half-expected to find the street swarming with fire trucks and neck-craning bystanders , eager for a glimpse of tragedy or heroism . but catalina 's spell held , and though smoke curled lightly from the shattered windows , no humans were near the bar . if a human came by and glanced at delaney 's , they 'd see no damage . no wreckage . not while the spell was in place . but simon saw it all .
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catalina stood in front of the broken doors , her shoulders slumped , her clothes stained with soot . the demon was n't near her . he 'd positioned himself next to a parked truck . a beat-up , older , gray pickup . when he caught sight of them , his head jerked . `` you get the bastard ? '' not by his hand . who would have thought that vamp would come calling ? simon had known he was looking at the viking , even before tore had opened his mouth and started talking about grim . the guy 's reputation definitely proceeded him . he jerked his thumb toward the truck . even with the tinted windows , he could see the slumped figure of the woman . `` she still out ? '' `` yeah , dee hits hard . '' dee grunted at that . `` when someone is trying to fry me , i do . '' she stalked toward the bar . the witch did n't turn . dee touched her shoulder . `` catalina , i-i need your help . '' finally , the woman turned . her face had bleached of color , and her lips quivered when she asked , `` do i get to kill her ? '' from the corner of his eye , simon saw the sudden stiffness of zane 's body . `` cat ... '' `` she would have killed me . '' dee 's hand fell away . `` she was looking for me . this was n't a hunt , cat . she was n't here to bind or destroy you . '' simon 's brows rose . witch hunts were supposed to be nightmares from the past . burning and screaming and hell . from the past . then why did they keep happening so often in the present ? `` does n't matter why . '' catalina 's chin lifted . `` she would have burned us all . '' simon remembered the tears he 'd seen streaking down the woman 's cheeks . the fire could have destroyed the building in one fast fury . but , lucky for them , they 'd all had time to leave before the fire burned their flesh away . with an ignitor , they could have been destroyed in seconds . an ignitor always had perfect control over the fire . the woman had hesitated with her flames . slowly , he said , `` i think there 's more going on here than we know . '' tell the ignitor they 're dead . could n't be good . `` let her talk . let 's find out what she knows . '' `` i want her dead . '' fury and fear talking from cat . he knew 'em both when he heard 'em . `` stand down , cat . a demand from zane . one that came just as- the ignitor blew out the back window of the truck . she hurled herself through the flames , crashed into the cement . stumbled , but managed to get to her feet . zane took her down . `` and do n't even think of burning me because , baby , i control the- '' `` they 're dead , '' simon said , the words ripping from him . probably the wrong time . should have used some tact , but the witch was looking twitchy and with her magic-no way could they take chances . they needed someone left alive to question , and he did n't want to lose another link to grim . dee 's soft and shocked voice . the ignitor stopped thrashing beneath the demon . had to be someone close to her . `` a vamp told us . '' not one of those soft sniffles that some women could do , but a hard , chest-shaking eruption of agony . her face reddened and the tears leaked from her eyes . she tried to curl into herself , but zane held her fast . then dee was there . staring down at the other woman with recognition . one who 'd been there , and seen the darkness . it 's ... christ . `` i-i cried like that , too . zane , l-let her go . '' he stared down at the woman , the struggle on his face . `` she wo n't hurt us , '' dee said . the woman 's breath gasped out . she shuddered and cried as if the world were ending . for her , maybe it was . simon 's hands clenched . what if the vampire was wrong ? lying would n't be something new for his kind . for any kind . how many times had he lied ? tricked ? to further his own plans-too many times to count . `` we have n't seen the bodies , '' simon said . the words slipped out , an effort to comfort . that agony-no , he could n't see it . could n't hear it . because when he looked at her , he saw dee 's hell too easily . and remembered his own . no , mom ! her watery eyes turned to him . hope , faint , flickering , shined through the pain .
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he locked his jaw and simon gritted , `` a born vampire named tore wanted us to deliver a message to you . he 's the one who said they were dead . we have no proof and- '' `` wh-what about greg ? '' greg ? `` the vampire who brought you here to kill us ? '' zane 's hands were tight around her wrists . when the demon suddenly freed her , simon saw the red imprints on her flesh . zane swore when he caught sight of the marks . `` y-yes , h-he 's the one- '' she pushed herself up . `` greg 's dead . '' dee put her hands on her hips . `` very dead . '' hope again , brighter this time . `` then there might be a-a chance . i-if we can get to the house before anyone else ch-checks in , i can get them out- '' they 're dead . false hope , that 's all he 'd given her . freaking false- `` the vampires drained the man first . the one with streaks of silver in his hair . '' catalina 's voice . calm and cool . simon 's gaze found her huddled on the ground , leaning over a thick shard of broken glass . her eyes were fixed on that glass . no , on what she could see in the glass . a witch 's talent . the human 's heartbeat raced in his ears . pounding , fast , too fast . dangerous that . `` they held the woman , made her watch . then it was her turn . '' catalina picked up the glass and blood dripped from her fingertips when the sharp edges cut her . `` death waits in that house near the water . the ignitor did n't cry out again . the tears came silently , long , pouring streams , and dee snarled . her fangs were out , her claws glinting , and when she rounded on the witch , her eyes were perfect midnight black . `` see him . '' the blood drops splattered onto the ground . the scent drew him and power pulsed in the air . simon crossed to the witch . catalina 's eyes had been glassy with her magic . a dazed blink seemed to bring her back to them . `` i-i did n't mean-i have n't even cast my circle- '' no time . the bodies were piling up . the evil closing in . our turn . simon swiped his claws over his forearm . he lifted his hand and let the blood drop onto the darkened glass . `` see him through me . '' a glow lit her eyes , then she stared down at the glass once more . soot . the red smear of his blood . but catalina stared and stared , and the silence thickened around them . a demand from dee . he should have known her patience would break first . soft , tired . `` waiting , in a place called heuco , near the mexican border . '' hueco . excitement burned through him . `` cut the link . '' she could n't look too long . with grim , there was no telling who he 'd forced onto his side . an ignitor was just the start . he could have a witch or even a warlock . probably a warlock . when choosing his weapons , grim would go right for someone who 'd stepped onto the dark side of magic . a warlock would be able to sense catalina 's power if she stayed tuned in too long . the glass shattered in her hands . `` ca n't find me now , '' she whispered . `` but i found you . '' his gaze met dee 's . her lips began to curl , just a bit . the end was coming . not for them , oh , no . for them , it would be a beginning . but for grim , hell waited . simon would get his freedom . dee would have her revenge , then they 'd have each other . pretty f**king perfect . `` is the trap set ? '' grim asked , his eyes on the woman who danced before him . he liked the human dancers best . this one-her eyes smiled , flirted . her heart raced and all that sweet blood pumped with every sway of her body . `` greg did n't report in . '' at that , grim pulled his stare away from the woman . music beat , a sensual rhythm , and he knew the woman kept on slithering . he did n't worry about guarding his words with the dancer . no need with her . malik , a vampire who 'd been with him since the guy 's first taken breath five hundred years before , met grim 's gaze directly . an hour was plenty of time to die . grim rubbed his hand over his chin . `` the parents are dead ? '' his ignitor was such a useful tool . weak package , but an incredible power inside . `` their bodies should be found tomorrow . '' a quick tip to the cops , yes , that would do just fine .
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like he did n't know the ass**le was around . the instant tore had crossed the ocean , he 'd felt the fool . he 'd taken steps to prepare for him . tore would n't have an advantage in this hunt . `` no word yet . '' there would n't be . `` he wo n't come for me . '' tore had learned his lesson the last time when grim had left the dead children for him to find . his brother had always had a soft spot for the kiddies . when you knew someone so well , it was easy to work their weak spots . he knew just how to make tore suffer . his brother had begged him for death over twelve hundred years ago . when he 'd seen what grim had become . when he 'd found the bodies and known that he 'd be the next to feel grim 's fangs on his throat . there 'd been no controlling the bloodlust . no stopping the vicious thirst . but he had n't wanted to stop it . he 'd just wanted to kill . he 'd granted his little brother 's wish . too bad tore had n't stayed down . `` he 'll be our next project , '' grim said , giving a nod . `` it 's time we freed him from his torment . '' he glanced over at the woman . heaving chest . glistening lips . he 'd screw her first . then kill her . i always loved my brother . '' malik did n't speak . did n't call him a liar . and grim was both . after all , he 'd let tore survive for this long . he should have taken his head long ago . but when his brother had woken-just like me . attachment . so yes , he had a soft spot for the man he 'd known as his brother . tore had tried to save him once , right before his father 's bitch of a new wife had betrayed them all . tore had come to him , worked to free him from the chains , but there had n't been enough time . too many warriors around them . blood eagle . he squeezed his eyes shut but the memory of agony seared his flesh . his hands reached behind him automatically , touching his back . but he 'd never forget , never . the snap of his ribs , the jerk backward- death had not come fast enough as his blood spilled onto the ground . thick and complete . his arms still behind him , he looked up at the dancer . dark skin . long , supple limbs . watching like all those others . watching and laughing as he fell to the ground . no one had helped him then . `` we 'll kill the born bitch . '' grim 's voice came out hoarse . he 'd screamed that long ago night . screamed until they took his breath and ripped his lungs out . no myth of viking torture . he would not die again . the vampiress coming would know the agony . the dancer lifted her chin and asked , `` kill me ... or change me ? '' humans were always wanting to live forever . he reached for her and did n't answer . because he 'd never wanted to be a liar . or a killer . such a pity he was both . chapter 13 that day simon dreamed of agony . of a snow-covered battlefield that turned from white to red beneath him . simon twisted on the bed , jerking and shuddering , but he could n't make his eyes open . hands caught his body . held too tight . one on each side . long braids surrounded their faces . thick helmets sat on top of their heads and some kind of cape or cloak billowed behind them . a scream burst from him as fiery pain pierced his back . simon choked , struggling for breath . he heard a snap , as if a bone were breaking . again- what the hell ? death would come . death had to come . i will die with honor , i will not- `` wake up , vampire . '' his eyes flew open at the soft voice and he sprang up , breath heaving . his hands flew to his back . he expected to find the flesh torn open , his ribs ripped out and broken , to look like- `` you dream of him . '' catalina eyed him and shook her head . `` his link to you is growing once again . '' simon ran a trembling hand over his face . a cheap motel room door . they were on the louisiana/texas border . she 'd come with him and dee . come with the demon and the ignitor-the woman who could only sit and cry . `` if you do n't kill him soon , he 'll start to control you again . '' no censure there . catalina just seemed to be stating a fact . okay , she was stating a fact . simon climbed from the bed . when had the witch come in ? he reached for his shirt . good thing he still had his jeans on or catalina would 've gotten a show .
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`` with zane . she wants him to take the human away . '' catalina blew out a hard breath . `` he wants to stay by dee 's side . '' he yanked the shirt over his head . `` do you know what 's going to happen ? '' he 'd first gone to catalina weeks before . he 'd known she was close to the hunters at night watch . he 'd told her about grim and asked if she understood what would be coming . her first response . `` you 're the one who 's come for dee . '' her shoulders rolled and she glanced back at him . `` i know if i go with you , i die . '' `` you been looking into the future ? '' there was a price for that . a heavy one . and looking forward took dark magic . she gave him a weak nod and rubbed her right hand over her forehead . i had to make sure i was n't going to- '' the door swung open . `` well , that guy is a pure ass**le . '' dee stormed inside . `` wo n't listen to a thing i say , and the woman-nina-she 's does n't even seem to know where she is . '' she stopped , blinked . catalina 's spine straightened . dee gave a fast smile . i knew you 'd see reason , at least . i mean , you could have stayed in the city , you did n't even have to come this far . '' `` everyone is going to die , dee . '' `` i looked . '' `` i saw death . zane was surrounded by flames . nina-her throat was cut . '' `` and you ... '' `` what about me ? '' catalina 's eyes darted to simon . `` you die , dee . '' said again , softly . `` i 've already died once . '' `` you wo n't come back this time . '' catalina looked back at her . `` you ca n't win against grim . i saw- '' `` you 're afraid . '' dee 's arms crossed over her chest . hell , i 'm scared , too , okay ? '' had dee just admitted that ? simon stepped toward her but she threw up a quick hand . when you touch me , it 's hard to think . '' she turned that hand and pointed at catalina . `` you ca n't look into the future when you have fear in your heart . catalina did n't speak . `` you mess with the dark , and it 'll show you the things that scare you the most , not what will be . '' dee gave a hard sigh . `` i 've been playing these games for a while , and i know about witches . and what you can and ca n't see . '' `` i saw death . '' catalina 's hands clenched . `` i 'm not going to a slaughter for a fight that ca n't be won . '' `` he killed my family . simon 's family . nina 's family . he wo n't stop . '' dee paused , then said , `` we have to stop him . '' `` you 'd kill us all for vengeance ? '' `` watch it , witch , '' simon warned . the fear in catalina was new . the fire had ignited the terror and the strong woman he 'd met now seemed to have vanished . twist you . `` walk away if you want . this fight is n't yours . '' there 'd be no stopping for him . sadness there . `` you 'll kill her , '' catalina whispered . simon 's heart shuddered in his chest . no , no , he would n't . he 'll start to control you once again . fear , his own , licked at his gut and rose to his throat as- `` if you send her after him , you 're as good as killing her , '' the witch finished and simon 's breath came back . `` no , i 'll stand by her . grim 's afraid of her . he knows she can kill him . '' or else he would n't want her dead so badly . catalina 's eyes closed . `` just because she can does n't mean she will . '' absolute certainty in dee 's voice . he 'd back her any day . catalina 's lashes lifted . `` you 're always so sure of yourself . from the first moment i met you , you were so strong- '' `` you mean when that idiot warlock came and tried to bind you ? '' a warlock like skye . a former wizard who 'd turned to the dark . `` we kicked his ass , did n't we ? '' dee murmured and simon wished he could have seen that . wished he could have known dee , before hell came calling at both of their doors . the witch licked her lips .
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`` and i thought-i thought we 'd be able to kick ass again . when he '' -a weak flutter of her hand toward simon- '' came to me , asking me for the promised born , i thought we could make everything all right . thought we 'd be strong enough to face what 's coming . '' `` we will be , '' dee said . her voice was sure and confident but simon happened to glance down , and he saw that her fingers shook . simple and as certain as dee sounded . i do n't even know where i 'm heading , '' catalina said , lips curving down , `` i just have to get away from here . the fire- '' fire . the one thing that could scare a strong witch . grim had known exactly what he was doing . yank dee away from the friends who could help her . grim could have gotten the ignitor to attack dee at any time . but , no , he 'd waited until dee sought shelter with catalina . he 'd sent his other goons with fire the first time . but the second time , he had n't been playing . grim had brought out the big guns . ignitor . burned around her . grim was working his twisted magic . dee stepped away from him and crept close to catalina . she pushed a hand through her short hair and stared in silence for a moment . no pleas to stay . no guilt trips that they could use the witch 's magic . dee 's arms wrapped around the other woman . `` just be safe . '' he caught a glimpse of catalina 's face . simon saw the tear that leaked down her cheek . her arms clamped tight around dee . but catalina was still walking away . and dee was trying to force the demon to leave her side . she wanted them safe and being safe meant that she did n't want them anywhere near grim . catalina eased back and swiped her hand over her cheek . the door shut behind her with the softest of clicks . dee 's shoulders straightened . `` you want to tell me ... '' she began slowly , then glanced back at him , `` why i had a vision of you , dying , in some freaking blizzard right before i stormed in here ? '' how had she- she rubbed her eyes . `` damn , simon , that was bad . one minute , i was talking to zane-idiot wo n't listen to me . the next , all i could see was you and you were- '' `` it was n't me . '' he could give her that much , at least . it had to be their blood link . grim was trying to tune back to him , but dee was slipping inside his mind , without even trying . her body turned fully toward him . her gaze dipped over his chest and she crossed to him . `` uh , yeah , it was . '' she walked behind him . her fingers trailed down his back and simon stiffened at the light touch . `` what they did to you- '' `` not to me , '' he said again , his breath sucking in . her scent always got to him . sensual and rich . because she 'd been in his mind , and the images had taken hold of his consciousness and had n't let go . `` grim . '' her palms pressed into his back , seeming to burn his flesh even through the t-shirt . `` what you saw-it was him . '' her breath feathered over his flesh . she lifted the back of the shirt and her lips pressed into his skin . `` they called it the blood eagle . '' her fingers slipped down the skin of his back and he knew she 'd remember the image from the dream . vision . whatever the hell it had been . torn , broken , ribs spread to look like an eagle 's wings . `` an old viking torture . '' one he knew had been used on grim . their link had shown him that before . her lips rose and he missed the touch of her mouth . glancing over his shoulder , he met her stare . `` not all monsters are born , dee , some are made . '' once upon a time , a very long-ass time ago , grim had n't been the sick twisted bastard of today . he 'd just been a man . one who 'd been broken . savaged . `` if the stories are true , '' simon said , watching her carefully , `` the first thing he did on rising was to find every man who 'd participated in his torture , and he ripped them apart . '' the same thing she sought . he gave a nod . `` there 's a price , you know . '' why had n't he realized how heavy the price would be for her ? why had he only thought of himself ? of the way he wanted his life to be ? he 'd pulled dee into this war , yanked her into the blood . `` i 've always known there was a price . '' a mirthless smile tilted her lips .
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`` why do you think i put a kill order on myself ? '' his hands knotted at that . no damn way would that demon zane ever come at her with death in his eyes . `` i 've seen death for the last sixteen years , '' dee said . `` i 've always known i was living on borrowed time . '' not borrowed . `` what i do n't understand is why me ? '' pain there , breaking beneath the surface . `` why the hell am i one of the born ? i was a freaking clueless kid when the vamps came after my family . i was n't special . he 'd never seen her back down . a fighter , straight to the soul . `` when i was a kid , my family used to go to church together every sunday . '' dee 's life , before the nightmares . her stare did n't meet his . `` a lot of people think god cursed vampires . cursed the borns and they spread the virus- '' was that what people were calling it these days ? `` -like a plague . that 's why the holy water works on vampires . '' yeah , he 'd been burned by that once . holy water and vamps did n't mix-that one was n't a myth . `` so what did i do , simon , that would have condemned me at fifteen ? '' `` what did i do that was so bad , i was cursed , too ? i lost my whole family-what did i do ? '' `` i do n't know why you 're a born . '' for her , fate had chosen . `` i know the stories , too . that the first born committed a betrayal , that all vamps were punished for his crimes . '' nothing , got me ? '' her face was as blank as a doll 's . `` but i 'll still wind up like grim , wo n't i ? '' you 'll never be like him . '' she flashed a bitter smile . `` i think i already am . '' then , quietly , `` and deep down , so do you . '' `` dee , i- '' `` fuck ! '' a snarl from outside . his fist thudded against the door . half a second later , the door came crashing open . his chest heaved and his eyes glinted back . i told catalina that- '' `` not her ! '' he shook his head and snarled , `` we both knew the witch would cut and run . cat ca n't handle fire . that shit just brought up too many bad memories for her and she 's too afraid of burning . '' he slammed a hand against the door frame . `` nina 's bolted . '' a curse erupted from simon 's lips . her family killed-yeah , they 'd had that confirmed by a quick call to dee 's friendly cop contact . a massacred family . an ignitor who knew the location of the born vampire behind the slaughter . `` she 's gone after him , '' dee said , and it was what they all knew . `` how long of a head start ? '' his jaw clenched , zane gritted , `` at least three hours . i thought she was sleeping in her room . she 'd been crying so much , i did n't even think to go in there and check . '' hell of a lead she had on them . with that much time , she 'd definitely get to grim first . ignitors were so strong psychically . strong enough to create and control fire with their minds . but nature was a sly bitch . for all their psychic strength , ignitors were so very weak physically . a careless touch could bruise them , like when zane had wrapped his fingers around the ignitor 's wrists . and killing them would only take one blow . if grim saw her coming , if he felt her , nina would be dead . but if he did n't ... burn , bastard . dee 's voice , vibrating with tension . `` let 's get on the road , now . '' final match . should have never brought dee in on this . he 'd thought they would make the perfect team . same enemy . same goal . but if anything happened to dee ... ca n't lose her . how had his master plan gotten so screwed up ? zane braced his legs apart . `` he 's gon na kill her . we have to get there before- '' dee marched up to him , that weird , faint smile on her face . `` i told you before , this fight 's not yours . not cat 's . '' zane 's eyes narrowed as he stared down at her . `` you think i 'm walking away from you ? you 're not going out on a death fight . i 've had your back before , i 'll have it again . i 'm not- '' `` you do n't have a choice . '' her right hand snaked up his neck . her left hand came up , and delivered a hard , fast hit to his chin .
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the demon went down . `` after all the times with tony , you should have seen that coming . '' she stared down at him , her body taut . simon approached her slowly and very , very cautiously . `` wan na tell me what that was about ? '' the demon lay sprawled across the threshold . `` in case cat 's vision was n't pure shit , no way am i gon na risk him . '' emotion there . the fist that slugged his gut told simon that he was jealous . had been jealous of the demon from the very first . a bond existed between dee and zane . one born from time and struggle . what he would n't give for dee to care enough to punch the crap out of him . `` i pulled the punch , you know . i used my left hand . '' still , she had vampire strength now , so the punch would n't have been anywhere near soft . she bent , ran her fingers over zane 's jaw . `` but demons are strong and he wo n't be out long . '' and when he woke , simon knew zane would come after them . because the demon cared for dee , too . cared enough to come on his own with a kill-order . if you cared enough to kill ... simon lifted his gaze . not lovers . dee and the demon had never been together sexually , so he should n't even think about attacking the guy while he was out . but he 'll be there for dee when this hell is over . when she does n't have to fight the nightmares of her past any longer , the demon will be there . and where will i be ? would dee even want him in her life once grim 's threat was gone ? he had n't thought that far ahead . dee dragged zane inside the room . simon grabbed zane 's legs , and they hoisted the demon onto the bed . dee shoved a pillow under his head . `` do n't come after me , '' she whispered . zane would n't be able to hear her . turned his wrist over . `` i-i have to know where you 'll be . not for my revenge . '' you 'd kill us all for vengeance ? the witch 's question . no , dee would n't . she stared at the demon , swallowed , and bit him . simon froze . no , no-he did n't like to see her mouth on the demon . taking his blood . a growl rumbled in simon 's throat . no- dee wrenched her mouth away . her eyes met simon 's . `` not ... another . '' his snarl was a guttural demand . he grabbed her arms and hauled her away from the bed . and away from the demon . a demon now forever linked to her . more competition . as if he did n't have enough shit going on . simon hauled her out , left the demon , and did n't look back . as far as he was concerned , there had never been any use in looking back . they climbed into dee 's suv . zane 's motorcycle was gone . either courtesy of nina or the witch . either way , he knew the demon would n't be slowed down for long . backup would come , whether they wanted it to or not . `` uh , it 's my vehicle , you know , i should be the one to- '' he floored the accelerator and they shot out of the parking lot , leaving a trail of spewing gravel behind them . the black suv fishtailed out of the lot . the two in the vehicle were so intent on their prey that they did n't glance around . did n't take notice of the one watching . the key turned and the ignition kicked to life . trailing them would be too easy . killing them-harder . the slow twang of country music filled the car 's interior , and the vehicle pulled from the concealing shadows . `` how long until we reach hueco ? '' dee 's voice was steady . the words were the first she 'd spoken in the last hour . simon kept his foot stomped all the way onto the accelerator . even burning up the black interstate road , it would still be `` after dawn . '' a piss-poor time to go riding into the town . he 'd be weak . all the vamps would be . he and dee would be outnumbered . grim would have a guard force . lots of vamps and who knew what else . `` then if we 've got nothing to do for the next six hours- '' probably longer . `` why do n't you tell me what 's got your butt in such a twist ? '' his knuckles whitened around the wheel . `` you did n't have to drink from him , '' he bit out . your butt in such a twist . `` i wanted to know if he was coming after me .
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he could still see her mouth on the other man 's wrist . her lips so red against his dark flesh . taking him . the suv swerved onto the median and simon yanked the wheel so the vehicle slipped back into the right lane . `` you took his blood . you linked with him . '' was n't it enough that the two of them already had some kind of bond he did n't understand ? yeah , dee trusted her demon . `` i linked with you , too . i did n't hear you complaining about it . '' no , that was the problem . he 'd all but begged for more . the feel of her lips . that tongue- good f**king thing the demon had been knocked out . `` i-i thought i had to do it . after what cat said , i did n't want him following us . '' quiet , subdued . since when was she subdued ? he slanted her a quick glance and tried to get the crazy bat-shit jealousy under control . that 's what it really was . fear about facing grim . because what if the bastard was too strong ? and then ... cold-eat-your-soul fear that when the battle was over , he 'd lose dee . when did she become more important than freedom ? he cleared his throat and tried to unclench his fingers before he broke the steering wheel . `` i thought you did n't believe the witch . '' a sound , could have been a strained laugh or just a long sigh , came from her lips . `` sometimes , i 'm not sure what i believe anymore . i should n't have let them leave the city with us . i knew the whole time that was a mistake . '' but the demon had been adamant , and he 'd herded the shattered ignitor and the still-dazed witch with him . `` i tried to sleep at the motel , but i just-i just kept seeing catalina , surrounded by the fire . '' but the fire surrounded you , too . why was n't dee scared for herself ? `` i could n't make her face the flames again . and zane-oh , hell , after what i saw- '' his gaze snapped to her . `` what you saw ? '' her hand lifted , then fell limply back in her lap . `` every time i bite someone , i 'm going to see the person 's life , right ? '' unfortunately , that was the way of the born . most saw that as a strength . a way to get into the minds of prey and control them . he could tell she saw it as some kind of punishment . another one , for her . `` he 's already been through enough . i 'm not going to have him dying for my fight . '' he reached for her hand and linked his fingers through hers . `` our fight . '' she was n't in this alone . she was n't going to ditch him the way she 'd done the others . he would n't leave her side . `` i 'm not gon na turn on you , babe . i do n't care what the witch saw , i wo n't turn . '' the spell might be weakening . grim might be starting to find a link again , but it would n't matter . grim would be dead long before the spell wore off completely . his breath expelled in a hard rush and his heart thundered against his chest . the leather groaned beneath her as she shifted to stare at him . `` i did n't want to bite zane . did n't want to bite that freak vamp leo . since turning , i 've needed to bite . the bloodlust has been there , no denying it . when i first opened my eyes and saw jude ... '' he heard the click of her swallow . `` i thought i might even lose control . '' the first cravings were the strongest . that was why he 'd taken her to pak . pak knew how to care for vampires . he 'd guarded dozens of taken over the years . guarded them , and had to put some down . simon knew if he 'd stayed with dee , her bloodlust would have flared and instead of calming her , his own control would have broken . they would have broken . but now they were stronger . together , they were stronger . i wanted to bite , and i wanted you to bite me . '' a confession like that , from a hunter ... from her . his gums burned as his teeth grew and the crotch of his pants got way too tight around his expanding cock . `` you 're the one i want , simon . their joined hands rested on her soft , jean-clad thigh . `` when this is over , '' he managed to say , the words coming out hoarse and hard , `` you 're not getting away from me . '' he 'd have to explain , have to tell her everything- but she would n't escape him . he caught her faint smile .
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`` because you 'd better not even think that you 're getting away from me . '' a sucker punch . tony would never let him hear the end of this one . zane jerked up in bed . he jumped up , automatically checking the clock . judging by the faint light trickling through the blinds , a hell of a lot longer . dee had used that vamp strength on him . then he caught sight of the marks on his wrist . two circles . gotten a lock on him . `` fine , princess-so you know i 'm coming . what else did you expect me to do ? '' he stormed to the door . he 'd steal one from the lot , get on the road , and call for backup . pak might even have some other hunters in texas that he could send in for them . easy deal . dee would n't get rid of him this easily . he wrenched open the door and caught the scents too late . three vampires . tall , thick , with teeth ready and claws out . they stood just past his door , smiling . `` knew we 'd find someone waiting , '' the one in the middle said , and his fanged smile widened . `` let 's see how long it takes to make the demon scream . '' zane lifted his hands and tossed out a smile of his own . they all attacked at once . dee sucked in a sharp breath and lunged forward . the seat belt cut into her chest . in the distance , the faint purple light of dawn streaked across the horizon . for a minute there , i thought- '' she 'd thought he called her name . `` you should try to get some sleep , '' simon told her . what strength ? she could already feel the pull of the sun . the tiredness , the weakness . he 'd been driving all night . even outrun two troopers . `` let me take the wheel for a while . '' she was n't gon na get into a pissing match with him . `` slow down and let me take the wheel . '' the guy was sexy as hell , but bossy . good thing she liked him . okay , more than liked him . do n't go there , not now . later there would be plenty of time to sort out the sick , tangled mess of her emotions . to see if there was anything between her and the vampire other than the thick , hot need . a need she felt even now . had felt since his fingers pressed against the top of her thigh hours before . she knew he had to smell her arousal . just as she 'd caught his thickening scent . and the big bulge in his jeans-yeah , another dead giveaway . but he 'd ignored it . she was trying to do the same . the speedometer eased back down , down ... eighty , seventy ... they 'd turned off the interstate an hour ago . the suv snaked down some lonely , twisting road that seemed to head nowhere . but to death . to hueco . the flash of headlights filled the suv 's interior . ah , after all this time on empty roads , they had company . a motor roared and dee tensed . the lights behind them burned brighter , filling the suv 's interior with a hot glow . the motor roared louder-coming for us . not the friendly kind of company . dee jerked around . someone was coming , all right , bearing down on them fast . the suv raced forward , but , too late- never noticed the other car . should have looked back sooner . too worried about what waited ahead . the car hit them . a jarring , brutal hit . the suv flipped . metal screamed . the vehicle rolled across the road . the air bags exploded . the world in front of dee became a cloudy white . her claws ripped into the bags , cut them out of her way . she shoved the broken glass aside , managed to peer out the window- and saw that another car had come from the waning darkness . no , not a car this time . a truck-coming right at them . fucking ambush . dee shoved against the metal , but the sun had already weakened her . pinned by the twisted door . not moving , slumped over the seat . a whisper now , not a scream . no , no , this could n't happen to him . blood loss , the easiest way to kill a vamp . the car slammed into them again . then the truck hit . metal tore into her flesh , cutting past the skin , driving into the muscle and all the way down to the bone . this time , before the darkness came , this time , he was her last thought . and her regret . chapter 14 it was the pain that woke him . the sharp stabs of agony and the nauseating throbs that shuddered through his body . simon forced his eyelids to lift . too f**king bright . he and dee had been driving down one long , lonely ass stretch of road . they 'd long since abandoned the interstate . he 'd had her sweet scent in his nose .
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he 'd wondered when he 'd have her again , then- lights . the crunch of metal . should have been a roar , but it came out more like a weak growl . the suv twisted around him . bent , broken . metal dug into his side , cut into his legs and held him pinned in the seat . the steering wheel-shit , it felt like the thing was trying to go through his chest . he could n't see dee . the way he was trapped , simon could n't even turn enough to see her . and he could n't hear her . not the rasp of her breath . not the thud of her heart . but he could smell-gasoline , rubber , and blood . the rays from the sun poured through the shattered windshield . he could feel the sun 's powerful drain on his strength . that 's what he was right then . and a human could n't get out of this metal trap . his cry was louder now , but there was still no sound from her side of the car . a long sliver of glass had shot through his right arm and embedded in the seat . gritting his teeth , tasting blood , simon wrenched his arm up . babe ? '' he barely glanced at the mess he 'd made of his arm . he grabbed what looked like part of the hood and heaved it back toward the broken windshield . he managed to shove it about four inches . i hate the damn sun . but those inches were enough for him to see . blood matted her blond hair . her head hung limply from her neck , and blood dripped slowly , slowly , down her face and onto her lap . he should be able to hear her heartbeat . yeah , damn it , his strength was low , but he should be able to hear- thud . so very weak . his breath caught , and he waited for another beat . fury , fear . but her eyes did n't open and he could see why . there was so much blood around her . shit-it looked like someone had ran right into her . but they 'd been hit from behind , not from the side , had n't they ? he shoved the broken metal again , freeing up more desperate inches . he could reach her now . simon slid his fingers through that precious space and managed to brush her cheek . no throb from her heart . the easiest way to kill a vampire ... everyone knew-make 'em bleed . the bastard that had come after them , no doubt one of grim 's taken , had known just what he was doing . he 'd struck at dawn , when the sun would keep them weak . he 'd left them trapped . grim would want them to die like this . sick f**k. `` not the way for you , '' simon whispered and his fingers trembled as they feathered over dee 's bloodstained cheek . he took a breath , tried to catch her sweet scent , just once more . but he only scented blood now . a soft tremble reached his ears , a small vibration . please , it had to be . he caught the nape of dee 's neck and managed to tip back her head . no moan came from her lips . no whisper of life . no , no-he would n't be too late . if she was gone- stay , dee . he wrenched his shoulder but managed to position his wrist over her mouth . he would n't have much longer . he could feel the lick of cold in his own body . but he 'd give her all that he had . his wrist pushed between her lips . her fangs were n't out . her lips did n't move . a snarl of fury . she would n't die while he watched . the slightest press from her teeth . do it , babe . `` live , '' he whispered . vampire instinct took over . seen a vampire on the brink of death . his teeth had shot out and he 'd latched onto his food without conscious thought . dee 's teeth sank into his flesh . his blood trickled into her mouth . `` take . '' her mouth tightened around him and she began to feed in earnest , greedy gulps as the bloodlust rose . he would not watch her die . but fate would make her watch him . grim asked as his hunter stalked into the room . a smile stretched the hunter 's lips . `` both of them are bleeding out now . with the sun up , they 'll never get out of that damn metal . '' fire had never been the best way to go . blood , the slow drain , the agony of knowing what would come and being helpless to stop it- as i had been helpless . -that was the end for his enemies . grim turned away and stalked to his bed . the dancer lay there . still alive , but low on blood . he 'd let her keep living a while longer . he 'd rather enjoyed her . `` which one do you think will die first ? '' but the one left behind would have the greater torment .
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if there was an attachment there , and his vamps had told him the woman and chase were close . the body 's needs and desires could make the soul weak . `` the bitch will go first . '' `` did something to piss you off , did she ? '' dee had earned her reputation for a reason . in another life , he might have admired her . in this life , he just needed her dead . `` she took the hardest hits . she 'll die long before dusk . they 'd better . `` do you still feel him ? '' his perfect hunter asked . the guy leo had turned years before . grim closed his eyes , tried to focus and find the ungrateful bastard but- nothing . `` maybe he 's already dead . '' but the truth was that he had n't felt a connection to chase since the taken had traded with the warlock . so chase could still be alive , or he could be dead . he glanced over at the bed . the dancer was awake . she 'd been awake the whole time they talked , but she 'd kept her eyes closed . like a good little girl , pretending to sleep . maybe because she did n't want to see . maybe she wanted to pretend she was n't involved in this . his tongue slipped over the edge of his sharp teeth . the dancer was n't getting out of his den alive , but maybe he 'd take her . she drank greedily , desperate , hungry , needing the blood that spilled onto her tongue . dee felt the ice rising in her body . the numbing cold , and she fought it , drinking as much of the warm liquid as she could . her eyes opened when the blood flow began to ease , and she squinted , staring at the bright light . two vehicles . one from behind , one from the side . right at dawn , when we were the weakest . smart bastards , she 'd give them that , she 'd give them- simon 's hand dropped . dee sucked in a sharp breath . what- `` simon ! '' the blood on her tongue , the warmth in her veins . she turned her head to the left , craning to see him . a weak smile curved his lips . such pale lips . stupid to ask , she knew . she fumbled , managed to grab his hand and hold tight . `` you ... had to live . '' dammit , so did he . his eyes began to close . `` do n't ... watch me ... '' her fingers clenched around his . they were trapped in a damn tin can , but she 'd get them out . smashed in by the two vehicles and left trapped . the bastards would pay . `` promise ... do n't watch ... me- '' his eyes were closed as he finished , `` die . '' the chill was back , raising the hairs on her arms and numbing her flesh . she squeezed his hand and realized what he 'd done . his life , for her . dee dropped his hand and shoved against the metal . shoved and pushed and jerked and twisted and- tears trekked down her cheeks as the sunlight poured onto her . `` you 're not leaving me ! '' not like her father . no one else would die for her . dee screamed her fury into the light and kicked up with her knees . bones snapped , flesh tore , but she fought through the pain and tried to tear her way out of the hell that held them in its hungry grasp . when he saw the suv , saw the metal tossed away on the side of the road , zane 's heart seemed to stop . `` holy f**k. '' from jude . the shifter had found him at the motel and helped him to kick the shit out of those vampires . you wo n't find her . the bitch 'll be dead before you even get close . last words from one of the vamps . the fierce whisper came from erin jerome , jude 's lover . of course , the woman had been at jude 's side when he 'd stormed up to the motel . not like she was ever going to miss a good fight . zane jumped from the car , ran as fast as he could , and heard the thunder of jude and erin 's footsteps behind them . dee couldn't- `` fuck ! his heart started beating again . he hurried around the side of the beaten metal pile , ready to rip and fight his way to her . the passenger door flew at him . zane hit the ground . you open those eyes , you understand me ? open them ! '' then he saw dee , crawling out of the car and dragging her vampire with her . blood covered her , him , and the woman was snarling and swearing as she jerked out her man . she stumbled , slipping , and simon 's weight hit her , knocking her flat . zane shoved up to his knees . he should have known the woman was n't dead .
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the ambush the vamps had set on her-yeah , he 'd gotten the full details on that one , courtesy of some threats and the skillful use of jude 's claws-had n't succeeded . she was still alive , still fighting and- she rolled her vampire until he lay on the ground . her hand smoothed over his cheek . and zane realized she did n't know he was there . did n't know any of them were there . `` we 're out , '' she whispered and her fingers left a bloody trail on simon 's cheek . `` everything 's okay now , we 're out . '' `` oh , sweet hell . '' erin tried to shove past him , but jude caught her arms and held tight . `` no , '' he told her softly , `` not when she 's like this . the bloodlust- '' dee 's head snapped toward them . zane expected to see the black stare of a vampire driven to desperation , instead , he saw dee 's warm brown eyes , swimming with tears . a demand , a plea . zane reached a hand out to her . damn , but the woman was fast , even with the sun out . stronger than she should have been . her fingers clamped around his wrist . clenching his jaw , zane gave a nod . not what he 'd ever do for anyone but her . dee used her claws to cut a thin line on his wrist . he held his hand over simon 's mouth . `` you need blood , too , '' erin said , her voice steady and strong . zane 's stare jumped to her and he saw that she had her wrist up . shifters did n't normally offer up their blood to vamps , but zane knew there was a friendship between the two women . dee had risked death for erin on one of the night watch cases . when you went to the line for someone like that , a bond formed . dee hesitated , but her fangs were already out . too much blood loss for both of them . chase 's fangs were n't out yet , a bad sign . with the blood at his mouth , he should have responded by now . `` you saved my life , '' erin reminded her . dee took erin 's wrist . another link . zane 's attention moved to jude . he already had his wrist up . the first time that the shifter had ever offered blood to a vamp . but dee was n't just any vamp . she was one of their own . after this day , they 'd be tied to one another , through dee , forever . his breath hissed out as a hot pain sliced his wrist . a quick glance showed that simon 's fangs were out now . he just had to make sure the guy did n't take too much . after all , they had one hell of a fight waiting on them all . a real bloodbath . simon awoke to darkness . quiet , total darkness . no pain wracked his body . no cold chilled his soul . or as alive as he could be . dee 's voice . soft , shaking , and coming from right next to him . his nostrils flared and he inhaled her scent . rich , sensual . his dee . when he concentrated , he heard the drum of her heart . strong and steady . he rolled and realized he was in a bed . in a bed with dee . do n't need anything else . simon reached for her and touched warm flesh . her lips crushed down on his . a hard , angry kiss . fury and passion . `` do n't ever do that to me again , '' she ordered and kissed him again . his mouth opened beneath hers and her tongue swiped inside . his arms rose and locked around her body . her ni**les stabbed into his chest . he felt every inch of her sweet flesh against him . she shifted against him , straddling his thighs , and she rose above him . `` you nearly died . '' his eyes had adjusted perfectly to the darkness so that he could see that fierce tilt of her jaw . `` you were going to live . '' the choice had been easy for him . he did n't know how they 'd both gotten naked , but he sure was n't going to complain about it right then . `` what the hell gives you the right to make that kind of choice ? '' brought it to his mouth and pressed a kiss to her palm . monsters could love . vampires who stalked the night could feel . they were n't soul-less devils . they yearned . they wanted . they loved . the woman had worked her way right under his skin and into his soul . he had n't even seen the threat coming until it was too late . but then her heart had trembled and he 'd known she was slipping away-my life for hers , in an instant . hell , he knew he 'd really fallen for her long before . when he 'd first started to watch her . to see how bravely she fought . how fiercely she protected the ones she thought were innocents .
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he blew lightly against her fingers and saw the shiver that worked the length of her body . `` i was n't going to let you die , not when i could save you . '' and she would have died . one look at her injuries and he 'd known they were much , much worse than his . `` you do that again ... '' she lifted onto her knees and glared at him , but had to swallow before she could mumble , `` i-i 'll kill you . '' `` why do n't you f**k me instead ? '' his c**k was up , so stiff it hurt , and the memory of her cold flesh seared his mind . he wanted it , her-and he wanted to claim her right then . where they were , what the hell had happened to them , how they 'd both survived-those details could come later . now , he just needed her . her fingers wrapped around his cock . her grip , warm and strong , tightened around him . simon 's breath hissed out as she guided him to her sex . wet-warmer . his c**k pushed past the quivering lips that guarded her core . he felt the brief resistance of her inner muscles , the strain to accommodate his length . with a flex of his hips , he drove deep in a long , steady glide . the brown bled away until only darkness remained . a darkness to match his own . she rose above him , slowly at first , letting him feel the wet retreat of her sex , the soft silk of her body . his fingers clenched around her hips and he pushed her back , arching up with a hard thrust . still her eyes stayed on his . he could see the edge of her fangs , but she made no move to drink from him . her sex squeezed him , and she rose again . a long-torture-him move . sweat beaded his brow as he watched her . the heat and fury of their previous lovemaking was gone . he pushed up and his mouth closed over her nipple . he sucked her , licked , laving with his tongue . such tender flesh . her fingers sank into his hair and she held him close as she rose again , then sank back down , taking his c**k balls-deep in her slick heat . the need to thrust , to shove deep and take control , pounded through him , but he yanked the lust back on its leash . softness , restraint . because death had been too close . her fingers tugged at his hair and his mouth freed her breast . like he had to be asked . her head lowered and her mouth took his . no fury this time . her hips rocked against him , the slow motions driving him out of his mind . ca n't come yet . her tongue licked across his lips . the hot fist of her sex milking his cock . his thighs clenched beneath her and his spine stiffened . `` i thought ... '' she drove down on him , a bit harder now , a little more desperate . `` th-that you 'd die on me . '' her fingers slipped down his neck . caught his shoulder and her nails dug into the skin . she 'd stilled on him . her sex was so tight and hot and she 'd stilled . all he could smell was her . all he could taste was her . feel-her . he gritted , his c**k ready to burst . one more glide , just one . her nails dug deeper and her slender hips did n't move . `` because i would f**king die for you . the bloodlust , no the lust for her , only her , broke free . he grabbed her hips and shoved up , deep and hard , and she came around him , choking out a cry as her eyes widened and the ripples of her release contracted around his cock . he climaxed on a long , hot wave of pleasure and he held her , as tight as he could , and knew that no way , no f**king way , was he gon na let sandra dee go . he 'd die for her , and , hell , yeah , he 'd kill for her . because the truth was the woman held his heart in her hand . in the same hand that she usually held her beloved stakes . when her heartbeat slowed down and the tremors finally left her body , dee sucked in a deep breath . probably should n't have jumped him right away . but she 'd needed him . too close to death . paused over the heart that raced beneath her touch . he watched her , with eyes gone smoky again . `` we were out for two days , '' she told him , aware that her voice was too husky . a good orgasm did that to her , though , and with simon , the orgasms were always good . her sex clenched with a little aftershock of pleasure and she saw his pupils flare . before she took him again . no , before he took her .
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his c**k was swelling again , growing and stretching and pressing just where she needed him to- dee pushed up on her knees and carefully separated their bodies . they 'd have company soon , and as much as she 'd like another ride , the pleasure would have to wait . dealing with the psychotic undead came first . simon 's gaze dropped to her sex and he licked his lips . dee swallowed and rolled away from him . `` we 're at a motel , about three hours away from hueco . '' they 'd retreated . well , not them so much as zane and jude had retreated for them . because when the hunters had first found her and simon , she had n't exactly been in a frame of mind to help out and plan much . but jude and zane had been right . retreat was the only option . they 'd been too weak for anything else . `` why do i feel so good ? '' she glanced over her shoulder and saw him staring down at his unmarred chest . the horrible gashes were gone now . grabbing her shirt , she told him quietly , `` shifter blood . '' plus a helping of demon blood . but it was the shifter blood given freely by erin and jude that had really healed them . there was power in a shifter 's blood . shifters were beings that some believed carried two spirits and with two spirits , the strength influx was double . without that shifter blood , they 'd both still be unconscious , their bodies struggling to heal from their wounds . `` it was a f**king ambush , was n't it ? '' dee found a pair of panties and shimmied into them before yanking up her- `` i love your ass . '' yep , his gaze was on her butt . she hiked up the jeans . his gaze rose to her face . `` your night watch hunters got us out ? '' `` i figured the demon would be coming . i knew he 'd get you out of that metal hell . just had to make sure you survived long enough . '' the rage stirred then , and she 'd tried so hard to keep the fury in check . `` it did n't matter how long you survived , huh ? '' `` you left me in that trap , alone , and i could hear you dying- '' her voice broke at the end . `` and before i forced you to drink , i saw you dying . my choice , dee . you can bet that i 'll do anything to save you . the emotion was there , swimming in his eyes . she wanted him again . wanted his arms around her and his flesh against hers . clearing her throat , she managed to say , `` when this is over ... '' `` i 'll f**king love you forever . '' no hesitancy . just stating a fact . `` remember that , okay ? when the shit comes down on us again , or when you learn that my past is n't nearly as pretty as it should be , just remember . you come first for me , and you always will . '' a hard shake of his head . `` it just took me a while to realize it . sometimes , my priorities are shit . '' i 'll f**king love you forever . no one had ever said that to her before . no one and she- she did n't know how she felt . there was no ready response on her tongue . she could only stare at him and realize that the curve of his lips looked sad . because he understood . he knew her better than any of the others ever had . a rap sounded at their door . `` playtime 's over , '' zane called out . but simon 's stare did n't waver . she should say something . her hands shook as she pressed the snap of her jeans . her sex-inside , she could still feel him . `` the plan ... '' she cleared her throat and tried again . `` the plan 's to attack tonight . we go in under the darkness and we hit them fast and hard . they-they wo n't expect us . '' thanks to erin and some magic strings she 'd pulled , the story of their `` death '' had made the local headlines . `` if luck 's on our side , they wo n't even know we 're attacking until it 's too late . '' `` grim will know . '' `` and he 'll die . '' because this madness was ending . revenge-hell , why did it seem so empty now ? why , when she looked at simon , did she just want to run to him and- to run away with him . grim would n't stop if they fled . if he found out they were alive , he would n't stop until they were dust . she could n't walk away with a monster like him out there . because there would be other families . like nina 's . dee had thought of her when the pain eased and the bloodlust lessened . zane had gone out scouting , but he 'd found no sign of the woman . maybe she had n't gone after grim .
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maybe she 'd just run . a harder knock shook the door . `` if we 're taking grim out , we need to move . '' yet simon stood , as still as a statue before her . because he was waiting on her to say something . but she did n't know what to say . her throat was tight . her heart nearly ripping through her chest . when she loved , people got hurt . so dee swallowed back the words that wanted to rise up and she held his stare , so scared of what he made her feel . simon finally turned away , and grabbed the clothes she 'd lain out for him . she 'd never been good with feelings . never understood them , not the good ones , anyway . those she understood . love led to pain . but when simon had said he loved her ... her breath had died . dee did n't know what she felt for him . she wanted him , needed him , and if anyone tried to hurt him , she 'd kick some ass . love-what was it , really ? spending forever with someone ? she glanced at simon . all she could see was his strong , stiff back . her hands still trembled so she balled them into fists . but things were n't going to end like this . dee exhaled . marriage and a picket fence had never been for her , she knew that , even before her change . her life was too hard . she was too hard for someone to love . no , simon said he loves me . she turned away and gave him a few minutes to dress . and she gave herself some time to get herself together . when he was done , she schooled her features , and they marched to the door . with a jerk of her wrist , she opened the door . zane waited for her , his hands crossed over his chest . the paleness that had drawn his features before-because of the blood he 'd lost-was gone . his hooded gaze raked her . but there were only two options : kill or die . dee cleared her throat , then asked , `` are you ? '' she 'd tried to ditch him once , and , in typical zane style , he 'd come through to save her butt . she did n't want to risk him , but knew there was no way he 'd let her get in another sucker punch . `` i 'm your backup , baby . '' a snarl sounded behind her and one black brow rose . `` guess lover boy 's awake , huh ? '' simon came to her side . she glanced back and forth between the two men . simon 's jaw worked and then he managed , `` thank you . '' a crooked smile twisted zane 's lips . `` you sound just like dee . '' `` giving you my blood was harder . '' `` and believe me , i call in my debts . '' zane 's gaze turned back to dee . `` what are our odds ? '' `` i figure about forty-sixty . '' dead right . dee squared her shoulders . before more vamps came hunting for her . she did n't want to be caught off-guard again . three recent , brutal attacks . when grim wanted you dead , the guy just did n't stop . now that she was born , he was desperate to stop that `` prophecy '' from coming true . grim did n't f**k around . he was about to learn that neither did she . chapter 15 he 'd pay his debt to the demon , one way or another . simon stalked across the barren earth , keeping his head low as he followed the male shifter to grim 's lair . jude donovan moved easily over the rough terrain , never taking a misstep , and his woman , the deceptively delicate ada erin jerome , kept perfect pace with him . another shifter . the guy 's mate . simon did n't know much about her , other than that she worked in the baton rouge prosecutor 's office and that the tiger was very , very possessive of her . she had n't given him blood , something else he knew . probably because the tiger would n't allow her to link with a male vampire . `` this is it , '' jude 's nearly soundless voice had the group pausing . simon glanced over at dee . heavily armed , eyes shining in the darkness , she was one fine sight to behold . erin asked , casting a quick glance at the ramshackle buildings that waited in the distance . they could n't get much closer or the vamps would catch the distinct scent of the shifters . they 'd have to hang back for now , with the demon . `` just walking right up to him , um , that does n't seem like the best plan . '' `` no , it 's not the best plan . but it 's all we 've got now . '' dee 's eyes narrowed on the line of buildings .
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`` how many , jude ? '' `` ten vamps . two humans , but- '' his nose twitched . `` somebody 's dying in there . '' of course , grim would be having one of his parties . `` the ignitor i told you about , '' zane said , his voice emotionless . `` ignitors make me nervous . anyone who can burn the flesh from me with just a look ... '' she shuddered . simon tossed her a long , level stare . `` trust me , the vamps in there are a hell of lot scarier than she is . '' they could be killing her while they stood outside , shooting the damn shit . he stepped forward and heard erin 's mocking laugh . her claws flashed before his eyes . wickedly sharp and very , very long . `` the day i 'm afraid of a vamp is the day , well , hell , it 's the day that 'll never come . '' `` it 'll come , trust me . '' she jerked her thumb toward a watchful dee . `` it 's her i trust . '' did he have to worry about an attack from her , too ? `` who 's hurt , jude ? '' dee demanded , seeming to ignore the byplay . jude 's lips thinned . so much blood in the air . '' `` it 's hard to say for certain . '' dee inhaled deeply . `` yeah , i can smell it . '' so could simon . a scent that had once repelled him but now slipped inside and tempted him closer . `` let 's go join the party , '' simon muttered . before the party joined them . every second they stood out there , they risked exposure . if they were slipping in , now was the time . dee gave a curt nod . `` stay back , '' she told the others . `` if this goes to hell- '' `` then we 'll be there to pull you out , '' zane finished quietly . her eyes shifted , became black to match the darkness . `` no , if i die , you get out of here , fast , because , zane , you might be a badass , but no way can a demon take down a born . especially not one who 's been around for so long . '' at least a thousand years . plenty of time to amass power . a whole freaking army . one that he had n't called to his side . `` you guys should go now , '' dee said , voice rising a bit . her hands balled to rest on her hips . `` i can feel-there 's really not much time left . '' not much time , she- jude 's head jerked . a faint , sad smile from dee . `` not they . her gaze tracked to simon . `` i really thought he 'd find us sooner . '' the bastard knew- jude swore and grabbed his mate 's hand . `` go , '' dee said again . `` come dawn , this will be over . '' the shifters vanished into the shadows . they had to move fast or the vampires would find them . then they 'd drain all that powerful blood . zane held his ground . `` i need you as backup , '' she told him , but did n't look the demon 's way . no , her eyes were on the shadows that crept ever closer . `` zane , go . '' the demon left . disappeared into the darkness . grim is coming . simon gave his head a hard shake . `` how does he know- '' her broken laugh carried on the wind . `` oh , simon , did you really think he would n't be able to feel you ? this close ? '' he tested the spell . no , it was still there , still- `` he knows , simon , and he 's coming . '' he realized he was part of her plan . the lure to draw out grim . she stepped toward him and reached for his hand . `` this is what we 've been waiting for . we 'll end this tonight . '' they had the weapons . she had the promised strength . and he would n't turn on her . a streak of fire lit up the night . dee spun away . she 's here and she 's going after grim ! '' his vampiress ran toward the flames . and he went after her . walking into the fire . no , running into it . as his legs thundered across that barren texas soil , he felt a brush in his mind , then the soft echo of a voice . `` welcome home , bastard . '' zane 's head jerked up when he saw the flash of flames . the human-nina-she 'd get her ass killed . maybe that 's what she wanted . to die so she could join her family . he 'd wondered about dee once . wondered if she did n't take the toughest cases because she wanted out , too .
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humans did n't understand . getting out was the easy part . he slid a stake out of his bag . one of dee 's , of course . a tiger 's roar echoed in the distance and he knew that jude and erin were scouting the area , eliminating guards and doing their best to make sure the coming bloodbath did n't take out the good guys . not that any of them were really that good . he watched the flames a moment . they were racing across the roof of the building on the far left . the building that looked like some old stable . the fury of an ignitor . something to see . his fingers clenched around the stake . a scream pierced the air . a long , tortured scream-a cry that was ripped from a woman 's throat . began to die . because nina was dying ? not another death on her hands . dee raced forward with a fierce burst of speed . two vamps came out at her , but she knocked them back , swiping her claws over one 's throat and burying a stake in another 's flesh . she missed his heart , but he hit the ground , shrieking loud enough to make a girl think he was dying . so much for a quiet entry . but being quiet did n't really matter now . grim knew they were out there . she turned , following the woman 's scream and the thickening scent of blood . a house , ranch-style , waited . dee did n't bother with the door . she hurtled through the big picture window , simon 's curse following her . rolling , she jumped to her feet , claws up , ready for anything , ready for- death . a woman , with long , dark hair twisted over her face , lay on the bed . the white sheets beneath her were stained red . more glass shattered behind her as simon fought his way into the room . her gaze searched over the area . the odors of sex and blood were everywhere . but that woman was n't nina . the hair on her nape rose and dee spun around . the bastard who had haunted her nightmares . tall and lean , his hair streaked with gold and his eyes pitch black . `` been a long time , little sandra dee . '' grim paused . `` i knew the fools had n't managed to take you out . '' his dark stare swept over her body , slowly . not sexually . no interest there . just an assessment . thorough . `` i thought you 'd be easier to kill . '' `` yeah , you 're not the first person to make that mistake . '' she 'd never forgotten his face and his soul-less eyes . beside her , simon stood as still as freaking stone . the bastard was trying to get back in his head . she did n't have to be a mind-reader to know that was coming . even though she was a mind reader now . deliberately , dee stepped in front of simon . her turn . grim 's lips quirked , but he made no move to attack . `` you 're too late to save her . '' dee 's gaze darted to the bed . a cold laugh . no , no , he was just screwing with her . catalina was long gone . she 'd run so she would n't face the fire . `` she had her uses , i 'll give you that . '' he lifted his hand , then pointed right over dee 's shoulder . straight at simon . `` after all , with just a little fire , she gave me ... you . '' why had the fire been in that old stable ? if nina were attacking , why had n't she set her fire here in the main house ? `` can you feel me , ass**le ? '' grim snarled at simon , and the smile left his face . `` because i can damn well feel you . '' dee glanced back . sweat coated simon 's face and his eyes flickered back and forth , back and forth , from black to gray . torment etched deep lines onto his face . `` get ... out , '' he growled . he 'll turn on you . `` witches can burn so fast , '' grim murmured , `` but your witch , i made sure she- '' dee leapt forward . `` do you want me to kill them all ? '' grim shook his head and lunged to meet her . one hand ripped the stake from her fingers and her wrist cracked beneath his hold . his right hand grabbed her neck , held tight , and he lifted her off the ground . because i can kill every one of those bastards you brought to my land . your demon , your stinking animals- '' zane . hell , erin . `` the witch let me back in . '' `` she did n't want to touch the dark magic , not at first , but when the fire started , she was all too eager . '' dee could n't breathe .
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if he snapped her neck , she 'd be helpless . paralyzed , but still living , until her body could heal . he would n't give her the time to heal . he 'd stake her . behead her . burn her- like he 'd burned catalina ? why was n't simon helping her ? get the bastard ! her mental cry blasted out , and she tried to reach him desperately on their blood link . and she slammed into a brick wall . a wall that had n't been between their minds before . he yanked her close to his face . `` i had him first , and i have him again . '' he threw her against the wall . dee hit , hard , and her body shuddered at the impact . she glanced up to see grim studying simon with raised brows . `` you 're the one who caused all this trouble for me . '' a fine tremble worked down simon 's stiff length . grim shook his head . `` usually , the willing are the easiest to control . and you were willing , were n't you , chase ? so ready to live forever . '' dee shoved up to her knees . damn brick wall . she could n't see it , but she knew it was there and she wanted to smash her fist right through it . simon 's eyes jerked toward her . a flash of smoky gray . he lifted his leg , as if he were going to take a step . `` a puppet on a string . '' grim laughed again . `` too damn easy . '' `` i can make him do anything , you know . dee 's fingers brushed against her ankle holster . not packing a gun . old faithful . `` i wonder ... '' his gaze rose to the broken window . `` do you think she 's still alive ? the flames should have taken the stable by now . '' but the flames had flickered . she 'd seen them waver right before she 'd heard the scream . the scream had brought her here , instead of to the fire . `` you 're a f**king liar . '' dee rose to her feet , keeping her hands close to her sides . `` catalina is nowhere near here . '' `` my men caught her right after she left the motel . '' `` i knew where you were , every minute . and he 'd gotten his vamps to follow and attack her and simon . then to attack zane . yeah , he 'd told her all about his run-in with the vamp crew . had grim gotten to catalina , too ? her heart kicked up in her chest . if i go with you , i 'll burn . maybe cat had been seeing her future after all . dee 's gaze jerked to the flames she could see in the distance . was cat still alive ? the flames danced . sweat began to slick her palms . could n't afford that , not now . she said his name deliberately , injecting fury into the word . grim 's brows pulled together . `` you know , i was going to kill you ... but it 'll be more fun if he does the deed for me . '' `` i 'm all about fun . '' grim 's attention shifted totally to simon . `` kill the bitch . '' simon 's lips peeled back , revealing his fangs . `` fuck ... off . '' he shuddered , shaking so hard it looked like he was convulsing . or fighting one very strong compulsion . fighting for me . just like she 'd fight for him . when grim 's jaw dropped , dee attacked . she jumped at him , ready for his attack this time , and when he went to grab her , she drove her right hand into his side . her claws dug deep , and the broken bones throbbed in a sickening wave . she rammed her head into him and her left hand came up , the stake ready . she drove it right at his heart . it plunged into his flesh , but he twisted and she knew she 'd missed her mark . dee wrenched the stake , jerking it to the left , and grim snarled . then she took him down . her right leg hooked under his and she tripped him , knocking him flat like pak had taught her so long ago . she kept that stake in him , because she would finish him , one way or another . hold on , catalina . dee 's gaze jerked up just as nina came barreling through the door . blood covered her shirt , reddened her hands and face . nina yelled . it was a fury dee understood , but , really , dead was dead . it did n't matter to her who made the kill . they 'd all have their vengeance . fire raced across the carpet , coming straight at dee . nina screamed again . dee sprang back , slipped , and fell to the floor . if the ignitor wanted her justice , fine , then she could have it .
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nina 's hands dug into the door frame and her breath shuddered out . `` had to ... leave ... witch alive ... could n't let ... '' what ? the fire drifted into smoke . grim sat up . his fingers curled around the stake , and he yanked it out . blood spattered onto the floor , the wall . `` last try . '' nina sobbed behind him . and color her f**king stupid . dee 's jaw dropped . what had he told her just moments before ? not because he 'd linked with simon . no , that link had n't kicked in until-until he 'd broken catalina . that meant-hell . her eyes lifted to meet nina 's glittering and teary stare . so blind . `` it 's past time for you to die , '' the ignitor said , not to grim , but to dee . nina 's skin was so pale . the blood looked like bright red clown makeup on her flesh . `` he killed your family ! '' dee snarled . the ignitor smiled . `` that was the price . '' dee did n't dare look simon 's way . if she could keep their focus , he might be able to break free of grim . `` the price of what ? '' `` my services . '' she waved her hand and fire snaked out to circle dee . `` for my fire , he had to kill my family . '' dee surged to her feet . `` why did n't you just do it yourself ? '' `` because they knew what i was . '' spoken with sadness . dee stared into her eyes and knew , too . it was n't that nina was an ignitor . down to the soul . `` they would n't let me get close enough to kill them . they left me-i was sixteen and they left me . '' nina 's lips flattened . `` it took me so long to track them . '' and longer to find a vamp willing to take them out . grim 's hard laugh filled the room . `` tore did n't know . for once , the bastard did n't know the game . '' dee swallowed back the sick rage that boiled in her throat . `` you 're one fine actress , nina . '' she 'd known just how to act . just what to do . from the corner of her eye , dee saw that grim had risen to his feet . he had her stake gripped in his hand . the only thing that separated the two of them was nina 's small line of flames . i owe you for that bit , '' nina said . dee 's breath caught . that night , when your family burned ... '' they 'd been dead long before the fire . `` i was there , watching . '' a cold smile . `` and making those flames dance . grim wanted a sample of my power , and i gave it to him . '' but she would have been- around sixteen . close to dee 's own age . guess it had n't taken her that long to find her vamp . he 'd just taken his sweet time killing for her . the better to control his weapon . `` i had a sister , too , '' nina murmured . `` i wonder-grim , did she beg like hers ? '' dee snapped . she raced right through the fire , barely feeling the lick of the flames as she went after that burning bitch . she punched nina . a hard hit right in the jaw and down , down she went , those eyes closing , the flames dying and- `` kill her . fucking kill her , '' grim ordered . arms grabbed her , held tight . her claws raked against flesh that was warm and strong and familiar . her heart stopped as his scent filled her nostrils . `` s-sorry ... '' his gasped whisper , right in her ear . then his fangs sank into her throat . the flames drew him closer . zane moved easily , keeping low to the ground and staying in the shadows . he 'd expected to see more vamps around the place . he 'd taken out two , had found the signs to indicate dee and simon had eliminated at least two others . the fire flared higher and he caught the faintest of sounds beneath the crackle . his blood seemed to ice . he rushed through the open stable doors , heading through the thick curtain of smoke . a broken , twisted doll lay on the ground . she 'd curled into a ball and the flames were closing in on her . he 'd know that long mane of white-blond hair any place . he ripped off his shirt and began beating at the fire . trying to shove it back as best he could . zane sucked in a sharp breath and tried to focus his energy . he was strong enough for this . the whisper of wind blew across his face . wind he 'd stirred . with a push , he sent the wind against the fire and the flames shifted , chasing to the left with the force of the wind . there , just enough .
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he jumped through the flames . zane grabbed catalina and threw her over his shoulder . she was so stiff , so still . he covered his mouth with her shirt and ran back through the fire . ca n't keep it down . the smoke , a thick wall of gray , blocked his vision but he shoved forward . if he could n't find the doors , he 'd just tear down a wall . he'd- `` going somewhere ? '' a vamp loomed from the smoke , teeth bared , claws out . no time for this shit . he had n't heard catalina draw a breath . had n't heard a sound from her since that faint whimper . keeping one arm secured around catalina , he grabbed the vamp and heaved him back into the fire . then he took out a wall and got his witch to safety . it 's all right , cat . i wo n't let the flames get you . one that had come true too many times for her . the fresh air slapped him in the face and a shout broke from the line of houses . more vampires , coming fast . he ran for the woods and really hoped jude would appear to cover his ass . in the distance , a tiger roared . jude had better have his sexy little lady by his side , because they were going to need her to take out these bloodsuckers . chapter 16 dee 's body trembled against his and simon tightened his hold around her slender form . her blood flowed onto his tongue and with it , their link strengthened . the voice that had been shouting in his mind since he 'd followed dee inside this hell finally quieted , and his focus shifted back to- her . kill dee ? his eyes closed for just a moment and his teeth eased from her neck . his tongue swept over her flesh . the sensual caress was the only reassurance he could offer her then . `` i said to kill the bitch ! '' grim 's fierce shout . simon 's head lifted and he stared at the born he 'd fought to keep out of his head for so long . the man who 'd ordered the hit on his family . on dee 's . the ignitor lay on the floor . still unconscious because his dee did n't screw around . `` the man might die for me , nearly has , but no way would he ever kill me . '' damn but he loved her . he met grim 's dark gaze . the bastard 's hold had all but vanished now . whether from dee 's touch , her blood , or just her , he did n't know . but the end had come . not for them , but for grim . `` your brother sends his greetings , grim . i think he really hopes you enjoy hell . '' the born 's face changed then , went slack with surprise and a flash of pain . grim 's gaze leapt to the bed . to the still form of the woman . `` i 'm not ... '' he shook his head . `` tore ca n't kill me , he 's not here , i 'd know- '' `` he 's not killing you . '' dee 's body vibrated in his grasp . grim 's stare snapped to them and his lips rose . `` still on that , are we ? '' so fierce , his dee . `` a fresh vamp and a fool who could n't appreciate the new life he 'd been given ? '' time to end- `` your knight , is he ? '' grim sneered at that . `` do n't you know , dear dee , he 's been luring you in-for me-from the beginning ? '' simon 's hands dug into her shoulders . `` that attack in the alley . the near hit with the gunshot . your lover arranged that . he almost got you killed . '' dee glanced up at him . `` and that woman , the one who died so well for my men . grace , was n't it , simon ? '' dee 's friend . the one he 'd used to manipulate her . `` she gave you all that wonderfully wrong intel on simon , did n't she ? i wonder ... how could she have made a mistake like that ? '' he should have explained all of this to her before . should have made her understand- `` i know . '' `` i know everything he did , '' she said . she knew and she was letting him touch her ? not screaming ? not staking him ? `` and i know he was n't doing it for you , ass**le . '' her dark stare turned back to grim . `` he was working to kill you , not to set me up . '' how- `` i knew from the first bite . i 'm born , remember ? hate twisted grim 's face . `` you should have run while you had the chance . '' a ripple of her shoulders . `` not really the running type . more the kick-your-ass type . ''
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flames raced across the floor . grim 's laughter filled his ears . and nina-dammit , she jumped up . `` burn , bitch ! '' her scream of fury , directed right at dee . grim slipped through the doorway , his laughter following him . the flames rose too high , too fast . nina 's eyes flashed red , the vessels near bursting as she pumped all her power right at them . dee stumbled back against him . they charged toward the window . the fire chased after them . `` burn , burn , burn . '' a chant from nina . fucking insane . the flames caught simon 's back and legs , biting at the flesh , and he clenched his teeth at the agony . he fell , the fire rising around him as- `` no ! dee grabbed his arms and yanked him out the window with her . the broken glass cut his stomach and chest and then dee was hitting him , pounding on his body . no-striking at the flames and putting out the fire . burning her flesh , to save him . a shriek echoed from the house . the flames came at them again . `` grim has himself one hell of a guard dog , '' dee growled , breath heaving out . simon 's gaze scanned the yard . three vamps came out , claws and teeth ready , but they did n't attack . they just watched . ready to watch us die . `` this is the way it ends for you . '' grim 's taunting voice . he walked from the shadows of the house . blood dripped down his chest . simon caught dee 's hand , held tight . surrounded by fire and vampires . he looked at dee . eyes blazing black . not his dee . never afraid . no , not her and she was- smiling ? `` i know what happens next , '' dee said , and her soft voice carried easily over the crackle of flames . `` me , too , '' grim snapped . `` you burn . and you scream . right in your lover 's arms . '' `` you believe in prophets , do n't you , grim ? '' the flames were so close that the heat seemed to graze his flesh , but nina was holding back now , watching dee . because grim had his hand up , and like the good lapdog that she was , nina would n't strike without his order . `` after all , you set all this into motion . '' dee 's right hand-which looked broken-lifted to indicate the flames and vampires . `` because a demon had a vision and told you that i would be your killer . '' grim 's lips thinned . `` you killed my family , '' she continued . `` everyone i ever loved because you thought a fifteen-year-old human girl would one day kill an all-powerful born . '' `` the demon was right ! you would have come for me ! '' `` i came now for vengeance . you are the one who set this in motion . `` no , no , i was n't dying again . those bastards , they betrayed me before . i was n't going to die like that again ! '' his eyes darted to the vampires who stood so still and silent . `` my men wo n't turn this time . they 'll stand by me . '' `` this is n't about them . '' simon had no idea where she was going with this , but he caught movement from the corner of his eye . slow , careful movement . his nostrils flared , just a bit , but he could n't smell anything but the smoke and blood . `` i wo n't stand by you , '' simon called out . `` i wo n't be your f**king puppet anymore . '' a muscle jerked in grim 's jaw . simon turned his stare on the line of vamps . `` sure you 're on the right team ? '' one of the vamps cut his eyes toward grim . hesitation there . and anger in the man 's eyes . he hates that control , just as much as i did . simon demanded , aware of that shadow slipping ever closer . `` kill your lovers ? how did you prove your loyalty to him ? '' because that was grim 's way . loyalty could only be shown in blood . `` and if you did n't kill them , he did , right ? '' like the bastard had taken out his family . `` none of us signed on for this shit , but we can get out . he just has to die ! '' grim took a step back . his hand rose again to trace the side of his back . always checking for the wounds he 'd had so long ago . now , simon understood . `` i know what 's going to happen , '' dee said and she was so close to the flames . he wanted to haul her back , to force her behind him , but this time , this moment was hers . and he 'd follow wherever she took him .
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`` you believe in your prophets . '' she lifted her hands high . `` i believe in my witch . '' unease flickered over grim 's face and the vampires began to move in closer . not closer to the fire , but closer to grim . for his protection ? or- `` she scryed to see how this fight would end . '' uh , yeah , and that shit had n't been so positive . simon swallowed and ignored the fierce throbbing in the back of his legs . the blisters would heal , eventually , if they survived this night . `` catalina knew she would die in the fire . that 's why she was running when your men caught her . '' grim 's eyes widened , just a bit . `` grim ! '' nina 's voice screeched . `` let 's just kill them , now , let's- '' `` she saw you die . '' dee 's finger lifted and pointed at the ignitor . you die , you- '' the shadows seemed to grab her . nina 's words choked off and a thin line of red appeared on her neck . `` your throat gets cut , '' dee said , just as nina 's body fell to the ground . the flames sputtered away . the shadow-it was zane . standing there , body trembling as he stared down at the woman . catalina 's sad voice drifted through his mind . but no , after that , she 'd said- `` you die , dee . '' the whisper of her words filled his head even as dee sprang forward and said- `` you die , grim . grim came at her with fury , meeting her armed with the stake she 'd used on him . he drove that stake right at her chest . but dee was ready . she spun away from the vamp , and the stake grazed her side , not her heart . simon grabbed grim and wrestled the bastard to the ground . he ignored the claws and teeth and fought to hold the born when he buckled , struggling to keep him pinned as- `` you die , '' dee whispered again and she had a stake in her hands . the stake she 'd taken from simon when his arms were locked around her and no one could see . the stake had been hidden near his waist , just waiting for her . grim lurched up . she shoved the stake into his chest . grim 's eyes flared wide and he sucked in a sharp breath . `` true , '' he whispered , and blood spilled from his lips . `` both ... right ... '' the bastard smiled , and died . grim 's vampires inched forward . simon glared at them . die with him or get the hell out of here . '' they stared back at him . `` my mother ... '' one whispered . `` he made me ... '' `` my wife ... '' from another . `` i begged him , but i could n't stop him ! '' not born monsters . we are what we become . simon stared back down at grim 's still face . once , grim had just been a man , too . a man betrayed who 'd woken to the power of a near god . dee 's fingers slowly loosened their death grip on the stake . her breath exhaled on a hard sigh . grim 's lashes were closed . his lips unmoving . simon took dee 's shoulders and pulled her away from the vampire . he caught a scent then . a wild , fierce scent in the night . no , shifter . jude had to be close . more of the cavalry , but coming too late this time . the vampires stilled , and he saw their eyes dart to the shadows . they knew when they were being hunted . fear trickled into their dark gazes . then they bolted . not as dumb as he 'd thought . just lost , like he 'd been . zane was n't looking at them . his eyes stayed on nina 's body and his shoulders hunched . the stake was buried in grim 's heart . the bastard was n't so much as twitching . yep , looked dead . he pulled dee toward him . `` sonofabitch , woman , you scared me ! catalina did n't tell us grim would die , she said you- '' her knees buckled and simon saw her chest-saw the blood that covered her . a f**king stake . she 'd gotten the born , but he 'd taken his death blow . both ... right . because they were both dying . her lashes fell closed . no , no , screw that . simon grabbed the stake and yanked it from her chest . her heart still beating . the stake had missed its mark , it had missed ! she was n't going to die , no , she was n't going to- `` easy . '' zane 's hoarse voice ordered and simon realized he 'd been screaming . `` live , '' simon whispered now . grim had missed her heart .
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he could hear dee 's heart beating . she 'd be all right . she just needed blood . she just needed- her lashes lifted . weak , but , still dee . he crushed his lips onto hers and kissed the woman as hard and deep as he could . surrounded by death , but she was alive . he leaned his forehead against hers and just held her . `` missed ... heart ... barely ... '' she breathed the words . `` you just scared the hell out of me , '' zane snapped . and she 'd nearly killed him . `` over , '' she said , whisper soft . `` he ca n't hurt us anymore . '' the voice was gone from his mind . the link cut . away from the death and back to the life that waited for them . but dee shook her head and glanced toward grim . `` always come back ... '' her hand lifted to her shoulder . pressed hard . `` they always ... come back . '' catalina 's certain voice . she came from the darkness . soot and blood covered her clothes . jude walked at her side , clad in a pair of jeans , and his woman held the witch 's arm , helping her to walk . `` this time , '' catalina said again , `` he 'll stay down . '' she stopped near his body . catalina stepped away from the shifters and lifted her arms . her chant came , quick but soft , and the wind stirred . licking in the air . and not all of it was from the positive source a witch should use . simon felt the taint of darkness , saw it reflected in catalina 's eyes . grim had left his mark on another victim . a ball of fire exploded-no , grim 's body exploded into flames . burned and burned until nothing was left . not even ash . `` guess he wo n't be coming back from ... that , '' dee managed and they watched the fire sputter . no , he damn well would n't . a reminder never to piss off a witch . bye , ass**le . have fun in hell . dee felt like she 'd been hit by a bus or a stake . but then , she had . she winced as she lowered her body onto the chair that simon had pulled out from who the hell knew where . catalina stood a few feet away , rocking back and forth , her eyes on the ashes that fluttered up into the sky . a cleanup team was en route . pak 's teams always moved fast . soon , nothing would be left of this place . just the memories of what had been . `` did you hear me , cat ? '' yeah , good , her voice was getting stronger because the blood flow had finally stopped . `` your future was wrong . i 'm sitting right here , i'm- '' catalina finally looked her way . `` the night 's not over . '' was n't she a ball of sunshine ? not that cat really liked sunshine these days . `` uh , you 're still alive , too . '' a shiver worked over cat 's body . `` does n't feel that way . '' softer now as she thought about exactly what catalina might have gone through . how long she 'd been with grim and his little fire-loving friend . catalina 's shoulders squared . `` i 'm not going back to baton rouge . '' her gaze slanted over to the stable . smoke drifted from the roof . `` somewhere i can forget . '' forgetting was n't always the answer . `` i should n't have left you , '' catalina said . i-i should n't have run . '' `` it was n't your fight . '' a steady stare . `` how long- '' she had to ask . `` i 'd just left the parking lot . they got me- '' she cleared her throat . `` and the spells ? what all did grim want ? '' catalina 's eyes darted to the men . zane and simon were standing in front of the house . simon 's gaze kept coming back to dee . checking her . he 'd forced her to drink from him . a good thing because without the blood , she 'd have fallen on her face . `` he wanted simon to kill you . '' dee met simon 's gaze . `` grim wanted me to send out a command spell . one that would force simon to act . '' `` and you did n't . '' catalina might not have stayed to fight , but the woman had guts . she 'd held out against grim and she'd- `` and i did . '' dee 's stare came back to her just as catalina 's head sank . `` then why am i still breathing ? '' it felt like another stake had been plunged into her chest . only this time , it found its mark in her heart . `` you don't- '' `` he should have killed you .
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he should have turned on you and joined grim . you would have died . i would have died . everything i saw would have come true . '' a hard rasp of breath . `` but he fought my spell and he fought grim . '' `` he wanted his vengeance . his freedom . '' that was why he 'd fought so hard . not for- i 'll f**king love you forever . the words she 'd never forget . `` he wanted you . '' was her own stare like that ? `` for you , he 'd fight magic and monsters . '' catalina turned away . `` i-i 'm going ... tell zane . '' those two had some complicated crap going on . `` i 'm not what he needs . or what he wants . '' `` i saw his future . she 's not me . '' `` you 've been wrong once already , '' dee reminded her , and she tore her gaze from simon . catalina could n't just leave . but catalina did n't look back and her head shook once , slowly . `` did n't you hear me , dee ? the night 's not over yet . '' her lips parted , but dee had no idea what to say . what more could happen ? catalina 's voice drifted back to her . `` surrounded by vampires . understanding finally hit . catalina had never said that grim took her out . the others-they were the ones she needed to fear . they went back to the same seedy motel . they could have stayed at the scene , made sure pak 's team arrived , but screw that . dee was about to fall on her face and taking care of her was simon 's priority . she 'd taken blood from him at the scene . just enough to kick-start her healing , and then she 'd stared around at the darkness , worry in her eyes . the big , bad bastard was dead . what did she have to worry about ? she shuffled into the room before him , wrinkling her nose . common , for many vampires , but not for her . she stripped , right there , even before he 'd slammed the motel room door shut , and simon just took a minute to enjoy the view . world class , really . then she headed for the bathroom and his gaze followed her ass . nice , lick-me dimples right at the top of that curve . he took a step to follow her . the lady kicked the door closed . the shower blasted on , the roar of the water easily penetrating through the thin door . simon hesitated , his eyes on that door . she 'd shut him out , so that clearly said she did n't want him stripping and joining her for some water fun . but there 'd been something in her eyes since grim 's death . yeah , worry , but- pain . more than just the physical wounds . he locked the motel room door and strode toward the bathroom . his knuckles rapped against the door . his hand dropped to the doorknob . if she told him to f**k off , he 'd leave her in peace . but if she was in there , hurting , he was n't going to walk away . he turned the knob and stepped inside . steam had begun to rise and to drift lazily in the air , but dee had n't entered the shower yet . she stood near the tub , head bowed , shoulders hunched . he said her name again , softer . she glanced back at him and the sight of tears on her face was a punch right in his gut . `` it did n't make any difference . '' fuck , but now he hurt . he grabbed her arms and yanked her against his chest . `` babe , what's- '' `` i thought killing him would make some of the pain stop . that it would give me some peace . '' `` but when i close my eyes , i still see them . '' simon blew out a breath and held her even tighter . because there was still a hole in his heart for his family . a hole that vengeance had n't healed . the water fell in a hard stream . `` nothing that happened was your fault . she tilted her face up to look at him . `` they died because of what i am . '' `` they died because some sick freak believed he was going to change the future . '' she paled a bit at that . `` you really think the future 's set ? that the prophets out there are n't bullshitting ? '' careful now , because he 'd heard catalina 's last words to her . not that he 'd let that come to pass . `` i think grim sealed his fate a long time ago . '' `` and what about your parents ? did killing grim bring you peace ? '' `` not peace . '' `` but justice . '' it still feels empty . '' her lip began to tremble then . tough dee , who could face down a born and send him to the devil with a grin .
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`` i 'd rather have just had ... them . '' the woman was breaking his heart . he tucked her head against his chest and held her as the water poured . he let her cry . the tears she 'd kept inside over the years . the tears she 'd stopped shedding once she began fighting . when the tears finally stopped , he lifted her and carried her to the shower . it was time to wash away the pain and the past . maybe , just maybe , it was time for them to begin again . they did n't talk in the shower . simon stripped and joined her . the water beat on them and washed away the blood and the battle . and they did n't talk . he carried her to the bedroom , put her in the middle of the bed . the water glistened on her skin and her eyes , so very dark , met his . then she parted her legs . he came down beside her , putting a stranglehold on his need . this time would n't be about heat and desperation . this time , he 'd give her something more . because that 's what she 'd given him . a light , fleeting kiss . his fingers trailed over her body . caressed her br**sts , the ni**les that hardened beneath his fingers . `` i want to forget . '' the first thing she 'd said . his cock , fully swollen and thick with need , pressed against her leg . forgetting-fleeting . the memories would come back . but he 'd give her this . hell , he 'd give her anything she wanted . he would n't rush . because he needed , too . licked the scars from her past battle . tasted her ni**les and sucked her flesh into his mouth . she twisted beneath him , rising and pulling in a quick breath . and , finally , finally , the scent of her arousal began to fill the air . because he 'd never take her when she did n't want him . his fingers slipped between her parted thighs , found the hot flesh , and eased into her . her eyes turned to black . he licked a path down her stomach . blew lightly over the blond curls that hid her pink flesh . `` simon ... '' he 'd always liked the way she said his name , especially when she wanted him . that hitch , the way the end of his name sounded like a moan on her lips . he put his mouth against her . took her cream on his tongue and tasted her flesh . her hips arched against him , a helpless jerk of her body . his tongue slipped over her clit . her gasp filled his ears . when her fingers sank into his hair , he knew she wanted more . wanted harder . wanted to come . he said the words against her sex and she shuddered . the pleasure would n't be fleeting . it was time she learned that . his lips closed around the swollen button of her desire , and he sucked , using lips and tongue to give and to take . her moan broke . he gave to her , slowly . learning every curve . exploring her flesh . his tongue drove into her and her legs shook . lapped at her and wanted more . `` simon , i 'm going to come ! '' he eased back and his fingers worked her flesh . drawing out the release , making the desire build with soft strokes and deep plunges of his fingers . the need for her was so fierce he burned . the bloodlust was there , as it always was , because he did n't just want her body . she twisted against the sheets . the water had dried from her skin and her br**sts thrust up against him . he caught her nipple with his mouth . sucked deep and hard . not about forgetting any longer . one last lick , and he lifted his head . her eyes had gone blind with need and black with desire . he positioned his c**k against her slick heat . pushed the head inside , just a few inches . simon caught her hands . he threaded his fingers through hers and pinned her against the mattress . he took her then . thrust deep and sure and felt the sensual heat of her sex around him . his teeth clenched and he reined in the beast-tried to , anyway . her legs wrapped around him , and her ankles dug into his ass . there , in her eyes . what she wanted- he withdrew . their bodies trembled , but he took his time and he took his pleasure . and made damn sure she took hers . he did n't look at her neck . did n't take his gaze from hers . her sex squeezed him and the telltale ripple had his spine tingling . the control began to disappear , and the need , that blind , consuming need , had his breath heaving and his hips surging . she came , the contractions of her sex making his own climax erupt as he pumped into her . the long , hot wave blasted through him , into her , and the pleasure stole his breath .
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even as his c**k jerked and he climaxed inside her , he thrust . harder , but slower . and came again . sweet f**king hell . yeah , he 'd die for this woman . they began to gather in the darkness . first , just a few . they came together silently as they felt the psychic snap of the old connection . the bond was gone . the born dead . one there knew his killer . a vampire who 'd seen the woman kill grim . vengeance ? a life for a life ? slowly , the others came . humans once . killers , monsters now . chapter 17 `` why did n't you ask me about the ass**le in the alley ? '' dee forced her head to lift at simon 's question . really , she just wanted to lay there , her head pillowed on his chest , and listen to the steady beat of his heart . but maybe they needed to go ahead and have this , um , little talk . she met his stare and her shoulders tensed a bit as she asked , `` why did n't you tell me ? '' `` because i thought you 'd run from me or try to stake me if you knew the truth . '' `` you mean the fact that you paid a killer to shoot me- '' `` i paid him to miss . '' she knew that , but ... '' ca n't really trust guys like that , you know . sometimes , they 'll take your money and shoot whoever they want . '' his fingers trailed down her back and rested at the base of her spine . `` that 's why i made sure i was between you and the gun , every single moment . '' `` you know what happened to him . '' actually , no , she did n't know that part . she was n't some kind of all seeing , walking , talking crystal ball . all she 'd had were glimpses . snatches of conversation . the few that had filtered through the blood link . what became of mr . trigger happy , she had no idea . so she just stared back at simon and waited . `` there was n't a choice , dee . he forced my hand . '' ah , one of those stories that was n't going to end well . `` frankie came after me , okay ? he shot me in the back and would have killed me- '' `` wait . '' the guy 's face flashed before her eyes . broad features . balding hair . `` frankie lee ? '' she should have put those pieces together sooner . she whistled and drummed her fingers on his chest . `` went big-time slumming , huh ? '' word on the street was that frankie would shoot his own mother-and , actually , had-for a quick grand . `` he came after me , '' simon repeated , his face tense . silence for a moment , then dee ventured , `` i 'm guessing old frankie wo n't be taking any more hits . '' his palm pressed harder against her back . `` i swear i did n't pay him to kill you . i would n't have done that ! '' `` but you did n't even know me then . i was just a hunter to you , another- '' `` you were everything . '' rasped . dee pulled away from him and reached for the sheet . she just needed to cover up , to take a second to think . `` you do n't want to hear about how i feel , do you ? too damn bad , babe . '' his thumb rubbed over her pulse point . `` you know i came after you because i thought you 'd take down grim . '' a point for the good guys . well , semi-good guys , anyway . `` i know you wanted to be free , you 've already- '' `` i wanted you . she 'd wanted to jump him , too . he 'd tackled her ; she 'd wanted to return the favor . `` i thought it was just lust , dee . that i could take you , enjoy you , and walk away . '' kind of hard not to flinch at that one . with her left hand , she jerked the sheet up to her chin . simon held tight to her right wrist . `` so you were using me for sex and death ? '' grim 's death . no getting around she 'd been a means to an end there . but she 'd thought there might be more . he 'd made her think that . but now the guy was n't talking rose petals and sunsets . `` i knew i was lost . '' he brought her hand to his mouth and kissed the flesh of her palm . `` when you died in my arms . '' okay , she definitely flinched . not her best memory . `` i wanted to change you . you were dying in front of me , and i knew you were supposed to be a born . catalina had told me about you . '' had she really thanked the witch properly for that ?
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she had n't let cat know how much she appreciated the woman 's secrecy . payback , um , gratitude would come eventually . `` you were n't going to stay dead . '' `` you were n't supposed to stay dead , '' he amended . `` but i was shit-scared and when your eyes closed , i wanted to change you . '' her heart stilled at that . `` i wanted it so f**king much . '' another hot kiss against her palm . `` but you did n't try . '' no exchange of blood . his breath blew against her flesh . `` because if i was wrong about you , if the witch and that damn seer were wrong , i was n't about to make you into the thing you hated . '' and she had hated the idea of vampirism . becoming a vampire had once been her worst nightmare . strange , because now , things all seemed so different . `` if you were dying , i was n't going to make you come back to me . that was the hardest thing i ever did . '' `` watching you die and not knowing if you 'd ever open your eyes again . '' the last thing she 'd seen had been him . the words came out as an accusation and she realized that , yeah , that had bothered her . no matter what was going on between them , no matter what secrets he 'd kept-and she 'd known there were secrets even then-she 'd expected him to stay with her . `` i thought i was the last person you 'd want to see . '' he 'd been the one she wanted the most . `` i knew you needed time to adjust . seeing me ... i was afraid it would push you too much . '' `` but then you came to me . '' so much hunger . `` you were n't afraid of me , '' he said . `` i was afraid of myself . '' a stark confession , one she should have given sooner . `` i did n't want to become- '' like grim . like leo . like so many of the others she 'd taken down over the years . she had n't wanted to be a woman ruled by the bloodlust and lost to humanity . `` you have the control , dee . you 're not going to turn and start killing innocents . '' he freed her hand and rose , moving slowly away from her . `` that 's not going to happen with you . there 's no born to take over your mind . no one to force you . there 's just ... you . '' it had been just her for years . maybe she was tired of that . she wrapped the sheet around her body . did she go back to night watch ? keep hunting ? while he-what ? got the hell out of town as fast as he could ? just ... you . she 'd be left alone ? only this time , she would n't be looking at a few empty years before her . she 'd be looking at forever . when had the vampire started to mean so much ? because she could n't breathe without tasting him . she wanted his touch , his mouth , his blood . `` pity we did n't meet before , '' she whispered . what would life have been like ? she glanced over , saw him hauling on a pair of jeans . he froze at her words , then gritted , `` i wish to hell we had . '' `` simon ... '' what could she say ? her eyes drifted over him . broad , strong shoulders . muscled chest . slim hips . so- simon . `` you-you came to me because you thought i 'd stop grim . '' `` but if you just wanted to be free of him , why did you keep putting yourself between me and- '' everything . `` i can take care of myself , you know . you do n't have to jump in front of me every time things get a little dicey . '' a very bad habit he seemed to have there . he snapped the button on the jeans . yanked up the zipper . denied her the too pleasing sight of his still aroused flesh . `` i was protecting you because you 're mine to protect . '' okay , now she was nearly cutting the sheet with her death grip . his eyes narrowed and he stalked around the edge of the bed . `` you want to clear the air about what 's happening here ? uh , maybe she should yank on some clothes , too . she reached for her shirt . he grabbed her arms and pulled her against him . `` this is a f**k-off talk , is n't it ? one dressed up in some kind of nice , polite chitchat . '' his eyes turned to black . `` i never told you to f**k off , '' she managed , voice quiet . `` i protected you because you were mine to protect , got it ? i knew i wanted you from the beginning . '' he kissed her , hard , deep , and had her ni**les tightening , her sex clenching , and her toes curling .
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`` mine , '' he gritted again . `` i was n't going to let anyone-grim , your demon friend , or even your witch-stand between us . '' no one was between them now . only the thin sheet . `` the start was screwed-up . '' `` i 'm not denying that . yeah , i lied . yeah , i tricked you . but i 'm also the man who was ready to die for you . i 'm the- '' `` you said you loved me . '' she threw out the words . dee took a deep breath and tasted him . until simon , no man had ever said that to her and meant it . sure , guys would claim love all the time if they thought a quick lay was coming . `` you meant it ? '' and she meant for her words to come out as a statement , not a question . his hand rose , the strong fingers curling around her jaw . not some trick to get her help . the pressure on her chest eased and warmth spilled inside her . `` i want to hear you say the words again . '' because she could be stubborn , too . neither one of them was perfect . far , far from it . standing so close , having his vamp powers , he had to feel the sudden kick . `` th-that 's good- '' `` no , it 's not . '' definitely angry . `` it 's shit . it 's me , thinking about you , all the time . me , wanting you , every damn minute . me , not being able to even breathe without tasting you . '' `` i feel the- '' `` i want to make you smile . want to make you laugh . because you know what , dee ? you do n't laugh . and you should , babe . cause you 're beautiful when you smile and when you laugh , i bet you 'd take my breath away . '' he 'd just taken hers . `` i want you naked , yeah . but i want to hold you in the morning . want to talk to you in the darkness . i want to look at all the days that are coming and know i 'll be spending them with you . because if i know that , then forever sure does n't seem like such a bad deal . '' `` i want all that . right now , i 'm scared because i think you 're about to tell me to get out because from the moment that i came into your life , i 've just brought you trouble , while you 've brought me ... everything . '' he sucked in a breath , and stepped back , releasing her . `` i 'm not going to force you to stay with me . i could n't , even if you were n't strong enough to kick my ass . '' her lips wanted to curl . no , she wanted to laugh . `` you want to walk out that door and go back to the life you had before me , then do it . '' simon moved aside . `` but know this-you wo n't find another man who loves you like i do . and if you do , i might just have to show up and kick his ass . '' `` if you wind up with that demon bastard , ah , dee-just do n't . '' `` we almost slept together once . '' the admission came out , probably at the wrong time . she always said the wrong thing . his eyes closed in a slow blink and his face hardened . thought maybe we could be more . '' his fangs were coming out . a jealous vampire was a dangerous one . `` but we were better friends than anything else . zane understood me , the anger and pain inside . '' because he had the same brew stirring in him . `` why did n't you sleep with the prick ? '' `` because i wanted a friend . needed one , and i never let my lovers get close . '' not even tony . that had his eyes widening . dee inhaled and took a risk . about time for one . `` i 'm saying i did n't count on falling for you , vampire . i knew you were using me . i thought i 'd use you , too . '' brutal truth time . they should have that , now . `` i could n't hurt you physically . you could handle my strength and my bloodlust and me . '' dark gaze so steady . `` i never counted on falling for you , '' she said again , softer now . `` that was n't part of my plan . '' but she 'd gone and fallen anyway . `` i taste you , too . i want you , always . fight for you . i want you in the dark . even in the light . '' though it seemed like she 'd had little light in her life . maybe that would change now . it might have taken becoming a vampire to see the sunlight . and to see that sometimes , the best things could be hiding in the darkness . not just monsters . `` i do n't want to go back to the way things were before . '' pain shadowing her .
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`` i want to try living this time . really living , and i do n't want to be alone . '' `` do n't tease , babe , just do n't f**kin- '' `` you 're not perfect , simon chase . we both know you 're a liar and a dirty fighter . '' she smiled now . a big , wide smile . `` good thing for you , i am , too . '' hope lit his face . when was the last time she 'd felt hope ? `` i think i love you , vampire . '' loving what she 'd feared most . had catalina seen this one coming ? no , she 'd just seen death . dee shoved that thought from her mind . the sun would rise in less than an hour 's time . the witch had been wrong . love-that was what waited for her . it was time for her to be happy . with her vampire . dee let the sheet fall . `` you want forever ? '' his gaze slipped over her body . `` let 's start with right here , this moment , and we 'll let forever come later . '' right now , she wanted him . but she could handle scary . she 'd proven that , and she could handle him . she lifted her hand and offered her palm . his fingers curled around hers , warm and strong . she had to blink because her eyes were tearing . a tender caress . she knew he could be tender , with her . when the knock came at the door , she did n't turn from him . dee pulled him closer . but simon tensed against her . his tongue slipped over her lips and his head lifted . `` is that ... '' she stared up at him . dawn had n't come . she knew the instant he caught the scent . the same scent that already filled her nose . catalina is wrong . but simon was already spinning away from her . grabbing her jeans and a shirt and tossing them to her before he turned to the door , fangs bared . `` since when does evil knock ? '' she asked him , only half-kidding because a knot was tightening in her belly . this close . she 'd come so close to being happy . should have known fate would screw her over again . dee pulled the shirt over her head and shimmied into the jeans . `` why are n't they kicking the door down ? '' and it was them . she could smell 'em . at least five vampires . you were surrounded . catalina 's stupid words would n't stop playing in her mind . not like vampires were into playing nice . he grabbed their weapons , tossed her a stake , then reached for the door knob . a pause , then he glanced back at her . dee wet her lips and said , `` i really do love you . '' that regret would n't be with her , no matter what was waiting out there . she 'd tell him how she felt . like she had n't been able to tell her family . `` why do i still feel like you 're saying good-bye ? '' his fingers hesitated over the knob . no , no , catalina was wrong . `` do you think our futures are set ? that what witches and demons see , those images are the only future we can have ? '' `` hell , no , '' simon said immediately . `` i do n't give a shit what they see . i know my future . '' his stare could have burned a lesser woman . it just made her blood heat . `` i 'm looking right at her . '' `` once these ass**les out here are gone , i 'll be taking her again , too . '' that sounded like one fine plan . now if the fear in her belly would just go away . `` forever , dee . forever starts now . '' no one waited outside . just the odor of the vamps , drifting on the wind . had they been trying to scare her ? she stalked to simon 's side . in the distance , she could just make out the faint pink rays of dawn . i 'm not going to die tonight . simon crept out of the room . the parking lot waited to the right . like she did n't know how very deceiving looks could be . `` grim 's men ? '' he had a better lock on them than she did . sure , the link to the master was severed , but there was still a connection between his taken . and the guy had grown a whole freaking army . will they all come after me ? is this just the beginning ? the men stepped from the waning shadows . a woman rose from the darkness . another stalked to her side . or is this the end ? a hot wind blew against dee 's face as she stood in the doorway . these were n't born vampires . all were taken . she was stronger , even if she was newer to the undead world . she could handle them . simon 's shoulder brushed hers . no , they could handle them .
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two more vampires appeared . some kind of vamp convention ? a human was going to look out one of those dirty windows and see them , and the local deputies would swarm this place . it was n't so easy to keep things quiet when the sirens started blaring . `` you came after the wrong woman , '' dee told them , letting her voice ring out . i was so close to being happy . she could n't even have a minute 's worth of happiness . they were always going to hunt her , just as she 'd hunted them . the vampires bowed their heads and turned their hands out , showing her their empty palms . right , like vamps needed weapons to kill . `` we 're not here to fight you , '' one of the women called out , not lifting her head . you 're just here to wish me a good freaking morning . '' hurry up , sun , rise . stupid prediction . `` slayed grim . '' the whispers drifted to her . dee inched forward . simon stayed right beside her . `` your good old leader grim deserved the death he got . '' actually , he 'd probably deserved a much more painful death , but she did n't exactly have the do-over option . `` he was a sick freak and he needed to be put down . '' probably not what these vamps were looking to hear . she was n't going to sugarcoat . her eyes scanned the lot . okay , that made seven total . she and simon could take them . `` we 're not here to kill you . '' the vampire still did n't look up . dee realized the vamps had formed a semicircle around her room . simon has my back . he stood with her , strong and steady . `` good , '' she told them , determination firing her blood . `` because i 'm not dying today . '' she 'd just found something to live for and she was n't about to give it up . screw off , catalina . the quiet question floated in the air . her brows snapped together and dee glanced at simon . a quick , fast glance . vampires surrounded her . but simon was one of those vamps , and she trusted him . with her life and her heart . `` are you going to kill us ? '' the woman asked , still not looking dee 's way . her long blond hair covered her face . dee stared at her , a chill skating its way down her spine . let 's try for some honesty . `` if you 're twisted like grim and you get off on hurting humans , then , yeah , i 'll come after you . she 'd seen too many innocents die . no way would she let a killer walk . `` and you think some vampires can live ... without hurting others ? '' before , she had n't . but she 'd been blinded by her own rage then . she was finally starting to see straight now ; it had just taken dying to open her eyes . her fingers were wrapped so tightly around the stake that the wood bit into her flesh . she stared at the line of bodies and wondered who would move first . who would attack . dee would n't draw first blood , but she would make sure she drew the last drops . `` we waited for you . '' the woman looked at her then . a long scar cut across her cheek . a scar she must have gotten long ago . in another life . `` waiting was so hard ... '' `` we 've been waiting for you , sandra dee ... '' words from that terrible night . grim 's men . waiting for her death . but these vampires had been waiting , too-for what ? her eyes narrowed as she watched them . they 'd been waiting for her to free them . the vampires began to drift away . simon 's hands settled on her shoulders . `` i told you , dee . sometimes , monsters are made . '' and sometimes they were taken . a tear tracked down the woman 's cheek . `` my son ... '' that was all she had to say . dee understood . grim had played his twisted games with everyone . `` you wo n't see me again , '' the vampiress told her . `` not any of us . '' pride there . `` we 're more than the evil that people think . '' but people had been fearing vampires for centuries . and forgetting that once upon a time , vampires were people , too . no , she had n't wanted to remember . the vampires faded as the sun rose . dee watched them , silent . simon stood with her as the sun inched across the sky . dawn was such a beautiful thing . pity she had n't enjoyed the sunrises more . because another night would come . always another . with more darkness to fight . dee reached for him and rubbed her fingers over the hard line of his jaw . she would n't be fighting alone anymore . no , her vamp would be at her side .
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she 'd be at his . the darkness could come . they 'd be ready . they 'd kick ass . and live for-damn-ever . death had n't come for her . catalina had been wrong . no , maybe she 'd been right . as she stared at simon in the growing morning light , dee knew her old life had ended . but a new life ... it waited for her . she kept the stake in her right hand and curled her arm around simon 's neck . then she kissed him in the sunlight . just as she 'd kiss him in the moonlight . sometimes , a woman had to make her own happy ending . and , sometimes , she had to leave room for a little bit of hunting on the side . because you had to keep life interesting , and after all , someone had to stop the bad guys . she 'd slay them all , soon enough . but first , she 'd take her vampire and , as he 'd promised , he 'd take her . for-damn-ever . chapter 1 jude donovan was used to hunting killers-used to running them down like the damn dogs they were and caging the bastards . so when he followed his latest prey into the swamps of louisiana , an area that looked like it had been home to nothing but beasts for the last few centuries , he was n't nervous . until a bullet thudded into him . the fiery pain blasted in his shoulder even as the retort of the rifle echoed in his ears . `` you 're not taking me back , you bastard ! '' the snarl came from up ahead , to the right . the tip of the barrel jutted over a fallen log . jude gritted his teeth , but did n't bother glancing down at the wound . no time for that , not now . `` bobby burrows ! '' he called out the man 's name . voice loud and hard , as if he were n't bleeding like a freaking stuck pig . `` there are two ways we can handle this ... '' he stalked forward . drops of blood littered the ground around him . blood would attract the gators and hell knew what else . the bastard would pay . `` first way 's easy , as in ... you drop that rifle and come out with your hands up . '' `` i 'm not giving up ! i wo n't go to jail ! the tip of the weapon began to move . `` then we do it the hard way . '' jude inhaled and caught the cloying scent of the swamp , the rich flavor of his own blood , and the man 's scent of fear and sweat . `` i come and get you- and i rip you apart . '' his eyes narrowed on his target . the ground disappeared beneath jude 's feet as he sprang forward . a man darted out from behind the log , eyes wild , rifle clutched tight to him . with a big-ass scope on it , of course . he lifted , aimed- jude growled , a deep , inhuman sound , and he swiped out with his right hand . he caught the wanted man in the right shoulder , and saw the spatter of blood in the air . bobby 's this time , not his . wound for wound . the way of his kind . he grabbed the weapon , wrenching it out of bobby 's hand . bobby , a guy in his forties , balding and with big fists , stared up at him , terror on his face . `` you-you 're not- '' jude smiled . held up his hands . blood stained the claws that seemed to burst out of his fingertips . the smile stretched even more . his shoulder ached like a bitch , pulsing every few seconds , but jude ignored the pain . an old habit . he leaned forward , ran his claws over the squirming man 's stubbled face . what i am , bobby , is the worst nightmare you 've ever had . '' he let his claws dig into skin . `` tell me , did you enjoy cutting those women ? '' bobby 's screams pierced the night . the first time she saw him , jude donovan was covered in blood . erin jerome recognized him instantly-she 'd seen his picture in the local paper just days before . she watched as jude handed the wanted man he 'd apprehended over to the local cops . watched as bobby burrows , a man who 'd cruelly sliced up the faces of his ex-wife , his two ex-girlfriends , and some unlucky woman he 'd stumbled across in baton rouge , was shoved into the backseat of a squad car . she could hear bobby 's shouts from across the street . his yells of `` monster ! '' and his ravings about claws and killers . disgust tightened her lips . jerk was probably already preparing for his defense . an insanity plea .
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erin would bet a month 's salary on it . not that she was going to let the freak get away with something like that . oh , no , as an assistant district attorney , it was her job to make sure that old bobby got to see the inside of an eight by twelve foot cell , preferably for the rest of his miserable life . angola prison was waiting for him . straightening her jacket , because this was only her second week on the job and she needed to be professional-or , at least try to be-erin crossed the street . her eyes were drawn to jude . he worked for night watch , a huge , multi-state operation that had a main base in baton rouge . night watch was reputed to be one of the best , if not the best , bounty hunting agencies in the country . no matter what it took , their hunters caught their prey . a fact that , right then , made her enormously grateful . her job would get a whole lot easier now that she had the defendant in custody . her heels tapped on the pavement . time to- jude 's head shot up . his eyes , the bluest she 'd ever seen , lazered in on her . erin stumbled . no , oh , hell , no- she caught his scent then . the wild scent of her kind . erin was n't human , well , not completely anyway . and she knew the truth about the world around her . she knew that humans were n't the only killers out on the streets . sucking in a sharp breath , she straightened her shoulders and kept walking . the animal scent of the hunter teased her , as did the thick fragrance of blood in the air . dammit , this is the last thing i need . she 'd tried so hard , for so long , to be normal . then this guy had literally landed in her path . his nostrils widened as she came closer . she knew he was drinking in her scent , knew too by the faint line that appeared between his brows that he could n't quite understand what she was . jerome . '' one of the uniforms stepped toward her , a wide smile on his face . his partner slammed the car door , effectively isolating bobby and ending his claws rant . maybe that had n't been an insanity plea in the making after all . she crouched down , gazing at bobby through the window . the uniforms looked at jude . jaw clenched , so did she . and erin realized she 'd made a serious mistake . saw too much . oh , yeah , this guy was a serious threat . not good-looking , not really , at least not in that classic , magazine way . a mane of thick blond hair teased his shirt collar . framed a face that was hard , a little cruel . sharp nose . no , not a gq face . somehow , he was still sexy . maybe it was those lips . that scar that slipped right over the edge of his top lip . should n't have been sexy , but it was . freaking animal attraction , that 's what it was . the guy had an air about him , one of those i-don't-give-adamn attitudes . a wildness in his eyes and in the curl of his lips . erin swallowed . she could n't help taking an uneasy step back . his eyes followed the movement , and one golden brow rose . his gaze raked over her body . `` assistant district attorney erin jerome . '' why was there blood all over bobby ? if something happened and this case got thrown out- `` not the question i was asking . '' bland as you please . that brow was still up . no way could he have meant- his eyes swept over her again , and a smile lifted his lips . right then , the only interesting thing she saw was bobby . but she 'd always been good at lying to herself . and about herself . `` he slipped in the swamp . fell on some branches . '' it was erin 's turn to let her eyes drift over him . drift over his too-wide shoulders and muscled chest . `` is that your blood ? '' `` or his ? '' `` little of both . '' a headache began to pound behind her left eye . erin grabbed on to her patience and held tight . what was the guy 's deal ? was he the crazy one ? `` uh , ms . jerome ? '' it was the uniform to her right . `` you want us to go ahead and take burrows to processing ? '' she 'd been listening to the police radio , hoping for some word on bobby . the guy had vanished less than an hour after posting bail-she still did n't know what the idiot judge had been thinking . she 'd been desperate for some word on the sadistic jerk , and then , like a sweet gift from fate , she 'd caught the news of his capture . she 'd almost flown down to burns swamp . `` take him to the hospital . get him patched up . ''
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she pointed at the cop . `` do not let him leave your sight for even a second , understand ? bail 's revoked . once the docs give the ok , haul his ass back to jail . '' hopefully , he 'd stay locked up for the rest of his miserable days . the uniform , ray neal-she 'd met him twice before-gave a nod . he and his partner climbed into the car , then drove away , taking her criminal with them . and leaving her alone with the hunter . `` wan na answer my question ? '' his voice was deep , rumbling . goosebumps rose on her bare arms , and it was far too warm for her to have a chill from the weather . `` just what question was that ? '' she tilted her head to the right . she let her brow furrow . she 'd fooled other before , she could do it again . `` i 'm really not sure i understand . i told you , i 'm assistant district attorney- '' `` you do n't smell human . '' her breath caught on a gasp . no , he had n't just said- he stepped toward her , a fast move that brought their bodies too close . jude leaned in , lowering his head over the curve of her throat . and inhaled . she shoved him , hard , and watched with no small satisfaction as he stumbled back . oh , yeah , big guy , i 'm much , much stronger than i appear . he was n't the first one to learn that little lesson . she almost bared her teeth at him . after all , she was n't an animal . no matter what the whispers back home said . `` i do n't know just what you think you were doing , '' she snapped , glaring at him as she narrowed her eyes . `` but you 'd better watch what you do and what you say around me . '' you do n't smell human . he could n't say things like that . the words were too dangerous . dug out her card . my assistant will take care of any paperwork you 've got . '' he stared at her a moment longer . then , slowly , his tanned fingers rose . long fingers , callused . he took the card , and his fingertips brushed over her hand . erin did n't flinch and she was extremely proud of that fact . `` good work , donovan . '' after giving him that grudging token of appreciation , she nodded and began to march back toward her car . she 'd taken all of five steps when she heard his whistle . long , loud , and very appreciative . erin stilled . i really do n't need this shit . `` i 've got your scent . '' because she knew what they meant . if jude donovan truly was a shifter , and every instinct she had screamed that he was , then having her scent , well , it meant he had her . he 'd be able to follow her , to find her , almost anywhere . what were the odds she 'd stumble onto him ? one of the little perks in the other world-the world full of supernaturals and nightmares , the world that , rather unfortunately , was her life-was that like recognized like . demons , because , yeah , those conniving bastards were real , could `` see '' others of their breed . they could look right past the magic glamour and peer into the darkness inside . witches felt the power pull from their brethren . and shifters , well , they could smell each other-a distinct scent . one that carried the wisp of power and the scent of the beast . jude donovan smelled of power . of wild , strong man . of savagery . no denying that scent . as for the beast ... she did n't need the marks on bobby 's face to know donovan had claws . erin began to walk again . one determined step after another . and even when she climbed into her car , she could feel his eyes on her . watching and seeing too much . now , she 'd have to be extra careful to stay on her guard and not let the hunter discover the secrets she kept so carefully hidden . dee daniels asked the minute jude strode past the rather unassuming entrance of night watch 's louisiana branch . she stood quickly , her blond hair cut brutally short around her elfin face . there was envy in her eyes as she stared at him with her lips slightly parted . `` you lucky bastard , you took prey down , did n't you ? '' jude grunted and rolled his shoulder . he 'd shifted before coming into the agency . a fast , hard shift to speed up the healing process . his kind were blessed with a freaking phenomenal recovery system . some shifters were lucky , they could heal almost instantly from their wounds . others took a few days for a full recovery . it all depended on the power of the beast inside .
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because he was a very rare shifter breed , jude was on the luckier end of the spectrum . he could heal fully in hours . yeah , he 'd have a scar because the system was n't that perfect . more like he had his own little micro surgeon inside , stitching him back up . soon , all that would remain of the jagged hole would be a slim line of raised flesh-once the skin melded itself back together . he dropped his bag near his desk . damn but he was tired . and he was horny . all because of a little human . no , not a human . `` you tracked the bastard down in twelve hours . '' dee gave a faint hmmm , kind of like a revving motor . `` jerk , you 've just broken my record . '' the disgruntlement in her voice had a reluctant smile tugging at his lips . `` do n't worry , babe , there 's always next time . '' dee was a bloodthirsty one . she was the toughest and sneakiest fighter he 'd ever come across . and she was one hundred percent human . a human with a serious attitude . `` i could n't let that ass**le stay on the streets . '' because he 'd seen the pictures . seen just what good old bobby had done to the women who 'd `` wronged '' him . poor sheila gentry had gotten seventeen stitches in her face because she 'd made the mistake of saying no when the guy asked her out for dinner . she 'd taken a pit stop at a gas station and found one hell of a romeo who wanted to pick her up . caged psycho now . the little ada had better do her job and keep him there . he eased into his chair . heard the grunt of the leather . `` dee , what do you know about erin jerome ? '' she blinked her chocolate eyes . the lady was all of five-foot-three . one hundred and fifteen pounds . she looked like a hard wind would blow her over . but he 'd seen her take down demons twice her size . dee knew the score about the other world . knew it , and often hated it . a frown had her brows pulling low . `` the new ada ? she just started . '' he would have known about her if she 'd been around for more than a few weeks . soft , subtle . and ... more . an alluring , haunting scent of woman . she did n't smell like an animal . did n't give off the wild , rich scent of female shifters . but the minute he 'd seen her , the minute he 'd caught her fragrance in the air , his whole body had stiffened . and he 'd gotten the biggest hard-on of his life . `` oh , hell , she 's other . '' dee curled her lip . `` i swear , you guys are taking over the city . '' one of those charmers ? '' jude did n't speak . ice dripped from her voice . dee hated the vamps . her mission in life was to exterminate as many of them as she could . not that he blamed her , really . a vampire master had slaughtered her family years ago . dee was real big on the `` eye for an eye '' mentality . erin 's skin had been flushed with color . kissed by the sun . vamps were usually paler than , well , death . the lady had been a real looker . coal black hair , thick , spilling to her shoulders . cheeks almost brutally sharp . eyes wide and gold . and a little black mole near the corner of her left eye . high br**sts . round hips . tall , slender , she 'd walked with confidence , grace . until she 'd seen him . then he 'd watched her stumble , for just a moment . because she 'd sensed what i am . only another shifter should have been able to sense him . `` she did n't smell like a shifter , '' he muttered , rubbing his hand over his face . hell , he should n't even be worrying about this now . congratulating himself on another job well done . not obsessing over a woman who clearly was n't interested in him . yeah , 'cause smelling a woman , sniffing her like a freaking dog-that was the way to get a date . `` just let me know if you hear anything about her , okay ? '' a cautious nod . he closed his eyes ... and saw erin . he needed to get a life . he needed to take a life . needed to kill . needed to feel the sweet trickle of life being washed away . the slasher , bobby burrows , waited just behind the bars . there he stood , stalking around and muttering about evil and devils and hell . and annoying the hell out of him . that bastard had been on the news for the last two nights . bobby 's fat , ugly face had been splashed across the screen-making him sick . bobby burrows did n't deserve fifteen minutes of fame .
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he deserved a trip to the grave . bobby grabbed the bars of his cell . tightened his thick hands into straining fists around the metal and screamed , `` the f**kin ' devil marked me ! i want reporters in here , i want my lawyer , i want- '' `` relax . '' he sidled closer to bobby , finally stepping out of the shadows he loved so much and smiling . he jerked his thumb toward the group of guards who were watching television near the entrance to the cages . that 's what he called 'em . to keep the animals inside . but sometimes , the cages could n't hold the animals . he drew in a deep breath and caught the scent of the man 's sweat and blood . `` they 're not gon na help you . '' they were too busy huddling up and watching a game to give a shit about the guy left in holding . he smiled and hoped he did n't look too hungry . bobby squinted at him . the left side of his face was covered by a large , white bandage . his hands rose to the bars , reached for bobby's- the slasher jumped back . ah ... not as stupid as he looked . `` why do n't you tell me who hurt you , bobby ? '' `` i-i did . the devil- '' `` the devil 's not real . '' he 'd never seen him . judgment was n't for the afterlife . it was for here and now , to be delivered by the strong . `` found me in the swamp . changed before me . i shot the bastard , but he still came after me . '' `` then he cut me . '' the bars were so thin . not nearly strong enough to keep him out . but strong enough to trap the human inside . `` he let you live , did n't he ? i do n't think the devil would do that . '' `` he 's a monster ! '' spittle flew from bobby 's mouth . `` hiding behind the face of a man . that f**kin ' hunter ! pretendin ' , he 's pretendin ' ! '' `` we all pretend , '' he told him softly , aware of the excitement burning through his gut . he did n't have any more time to waste . `` it 's how we live . '' his hands flew through the gap in the bars . his right hand locked around the slasher 's throat . a wheeze slipped past bobby 's lips . smiling , he jerked the human 's head to the right . he heard the sharp snap of bones . and felt a rush of power as the man sagged in his grip . slowly , his left hand rose . he cast a glance back toward the guards . they were still glued to their tv . fucking oblivious humans . claws pushed from the ends of his fingertips . he raised his left hand and plunged the claws into bobby 's heart . as the blood flowed , a soft sigh escaped his lips . no way was the media going to be able to overlook this kill . he 'd be taking over the news now . jude got the call from the police station forty-five minutes later . a cop who owed him a favor tipped him off . the call was brief , and the details came fast . burrows was dead . the ada was on her way . and , oh , yeah , it looked like an animal had attacked the guy-while he was locked up . of course , the cops had n't seen a thing . bobby had been all alone in holding one minute , then sliced and diced the next . jude grabbed his jacket . slung it over his shoulder-almost healed now . and ignored dee 's shout behind him . chapter 2 `` you do n't want to see the body . '' his voice , even deeper now , stopped her as erin began to climb the steps leading to the police station and to the dead man . she 'd caught his scent seconds before he 'd spoken . `` how do you even know there 's a body here , donovan ? '' the district attorney 's office had received the call less than fifteen minutes ago . just how had the hunter learned about the death ? suspicion had her eyes narrowing . `` you didn't- '' he jumped up the steps . grabbed her arms . `` i did n't kill the bastard , no . if i 'd killed him , well , he would 've been left in the swamp and been gator bait by now . '' nice , to , ah , know . i want to know what happened to the slasher . '' you do n't want to see the body . `` sounds to me like you already know . '' which meant she had a leak in the department . not particularly good news , either . his wide shoulders lifted in a shrug . `` trust me on this , you do n't want to see bobby burrows right now . '' `` and , trust me , i 'm a big girl .
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not like it was her first murder scene . she was twenty-nine years old , and she 'd been working the rough cases since she 'd passed the bar years ago . to make a difference , sometimes you had to get your hands dirty . erin turned and continued stalking up the stone steps . jude shadowed her moves , his body a ripple of muscle . his scent filled the air around them . her heart raced , too fast . was the frantic beat from the dread filling her at the thought of a dead man waiting in what should have been a secure cell ? or was it from something more ? she shoved open the glass doors . a guard near the front rushed forward . `` ms. jerome- '' her thumb jerked toward her hulking shadow . `` keep donovan up here . i do n't want him anywhere near my crime scene . '' her sensitive ears picked up the hunter 's swift inhalation and the nearly soundless ... '' you 'll need me on this one , sweetheart . '' she slanted him a scathing glance . `` doubt it , hunter . then she stalked down the tiled hallway , heading for lockup , and wondering just what sort of sight waited for her . the lady had one fine ass . even as anger tightened his body , jude could n't help but admire that beautiful sway . his nostrils were full of her scent . woman , roses , and just a hint of rich , wild forest . yeah , that wildness-that fragrance had slipped into the air when those gorgeous eyes had narrowed and rage coated her voice . erin jerome was so much more than she pretended to be . the beast within him roared when she got close , and when she got too far away . `` sorry , man , you heard the orders . '' jamison mcgee , a good cop and a good human , frowned at him . `` you 're gon na have to stay- '' `` it 's all right , james . '' jude rocked back on his heels . he could smell the blood from here . `` she 'll be changing her mind . '' because he had n't been kidding when he told the pretty ada that she 'd need him . jude glanced toward the vinyl chairs near the entrance . `` when she comes looking for me , i 'll be waiting . '' five minutes , ten tops , and he 'd wager his ada would be running her sexy ass right back to him . because it seemed that another monster was out hunting . one that had killed right under the noses of the baton rouge pd . talk about a bold ass**le . jude almost could admire that . the scent of the blood burned her nostrils . most of her kind liked that smell . erin straightened her shoulders and strode forward . four uniformed cops stood just in front of the entrance to the pen . they glanced up at the clicking of her heels . one of them , an older guy with rich coffee skin , graying hair and a strong chin , stepped toward her . `` ms. jerome , you 'd better brace yourself . '' looked like he thought she was going to pass out after one glance at the stiff . she really was n't the passing out kind of girl . the second one she 'd gotten in less than three minutes . but grant tyler was n't being an ass with his warning . the young cop next to him was stark white and shaking . he looked like he might be doing some fainting at any moment . a cop ready to hit the floor was never a good sign . erin pointed toward the door . `` show him to me . '' grant pushed open the door . the stench nearly made her gag . bobby 's arms had been yanked through the bars , left to hang over the edges of his prison . his wrists had been cut , long , thick slices , and his blood pooled on the floor . his eyes were open , wide , and his face had been slashed . a bloodred smile stretched from one ear to the next . positioned . styled . his body had been arranged for the ultimate shock value . erin 's lips pressed together . grant whispered . there was a flash of light as the crime scene guy snapped a photo . no , no , she was n't fine . her gaze jerked to the left , then the right . the other cells were empty . transfer had been made just hours before , and she knew bobby had been the only prisoner in holding . she 'd planned for him to be the only one there-all the better for the cops to keep an eye on him . a killer , murdered while he was surrounded by cops . murdered by cops ? erin turned away from the body . admitted quietly . `` burns , grimes , and hyde . '' her fingers pressed into her right temple . `` and you did n't see a thing ? '' doubt had her voice rising . no way , no way was that possible . `` we were up front . ''
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`` did n't see what happened and did n't hear a peep . '' captain antonio young strolled in then . wearing a perfect suit , not so much as a wrinkle anywhere to be found . erin growled at him . he was n't on her top ten list . over the last week , she 'd gotten a pretty up close look at the captain , and came away thinking the guy was a bit of a prick . he was secretive , he did n't share his case files with the rest of the pd , and the guy was given to disappearing for long periods of time . hardly upfront police behavior . erin had no idea how the man had ever been promoted through the ranks . he must 've had some serious connections somewhere or else he 'd known where some bodies were buried . maybe he 'd helped to bury those bodies . `` your men have to be cleared . '' the captain knew this , and he still had grant and the others less than ten feet away from the victim . `` i do n't need you to tell me how to do my job . '' `` uh , yeah , obviously , you do . '' the press would go wild with this story . `` four cops . one dead perp . you do the math , young . '' okay , so she sounded like a bitch . screw the polite chitchat . the man knew better . bobby burrows was dead-not just dead-slaughtered . young 's handsome face-cause , yeah , no denying he was a pretty boy with those elegant planes and hollows on his face-tightened . no sign of his flashing dimple . he glared at her , and she glared right back . `` we did n't do it . '' from grant . strong , steady grant . she 'd had a good feeling about the guy from the beginning , from the first moment she 'd met him at the courthouse . a real upfront kind of guy . `` we 're going to have to prove that , '' she said . not going to be easy . another flash of light . erin licked her lips and knew what she had to do . much as she hated it ... she was going to have to get close to that body . she spun and headed for the perp . um , victim now . her steps slowed as she approached the body . `` give me a minute , mark , '' she said to the crime scene analyst , and he moved back . less than a foot away , she stopped . she did n't touch bobby or the bars , no way was she going to risk contaminating evidence . but her eyes touched him . her gaze scanned every inch of him , paying careful attention to the wounds and- shit . those were n't knife wounds . no , she knew the shape of those wounds . those slices had been made by claws . she 'd seen marks like that too many times in the past . her nostrils twitched and she stared at bobby 's bloody form . the cops there-the captain , the three men , and the woman-they were human . so were the crime scene guys . but a shifter had been here . and she knew there was a shifter close by , one who did n't mind a little blood and who sure had a hard-on for bobby . her steps were very precise as she turned and left the holding area . once she was clear , her fingers knotted into fists , and she stormed down the hallway , racing back to face the hunter . jude stretched his legs out , letting the heels of his boots press into the old floor . he did n't glance at his watch , but he figured erin had been with the body about eight minutes or so now and- click . the sound of fast-approaching high heels . and saw erin bearing down on him , her face tight with fury and her eyes blazing . she stalked right up to him , put her hands on the hips he 'd like to touch and demanded , `` what did you do ? '' jude stood up , slowly , aware that he towered over her slender figure and using that to his advantage . `` i think you 've got the wrong idea here , sweetheart . '' `` i am not your sweetheart . '' she jabbed a finger into his chest . `` you think i do n't know what got a hold of that bastard ? '' her voice was fierce , but pitched low enough that only he would be able to hear her . `` i recognize the work of claws when i see 'em , donovan . '' `` not my claws . '' the words came out more growl than anything else . he cleared his throat , tried again . it was hard to speak normally , with her so close , with that sweet scent filling his nose , and with the beast roaring . `` i told you , if i wanted him dead , he would n't have made it out of that swamp . '' `` you knew what i 'd find in that cell . '' a pause , just for a beat of time .
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`` how 'd you know , hunter ? because you 'd been the one to send bobby to hell ? just had to put a smile on his face , did n't you ? a grin for him to greet the devil with ? '' he grabbed her hand , tired of her fingernail digging into his chest . `` i did n't do it , sweetheart . i 've got an alibi . i was at night watch and at least four other agents can attest to that . '' not even a twinge . `` how did you know ? `` gritted from between her teeth . teeth that were starting to look a bit sharper than before . would have , if they were n't talking about a dead body and if they had n't been surrounded by cops . `` i 've got a friend in the department . because he owed me and because the sly bastard knew he 'd need my help . just like she would . erin just did n't want to admit it yet . `` aw , now , you ca n't expect me to- '' `` what . her voice was n't soft anymore , and a couple of cops glanced their way . `` tell me , because i 'm sure as hell thinking you're- '' `` it was me , ma'am . '' a slow-drawling southern voice said . erin 's head whipped to the left and her mouth dropped open as she stared at antonio . he smiled at her , flashing his perfectly capped , too-white teeth . the teeth looked even whiter next to his caramel skin-coloring jude knew the guy had gotten courtesy of his very lovely mexican mother . `` 'fraid so , ms. jerome . `` because i 'm not quite as clueless as you seem to think i am . '' his voice was low but fierce . `` and one look at that body told me the cops in that room were n't suspects . '' he jerked his thumb toward jude . `` but one of his kind sure as hell was . '' then , it was as if a veil fell over her face . erin 's expression cleared , until only a false mask remained . jude blinked . the lady was good . if she had n't just been snarling at him about claw marks , he might have bought her confused act . because apparently even tony was n't buying it . the captain snorted and said , `` if you really do n't know , ma'am , then you 're gon na have one hell of a time survivin ' in this town . '' she was living a nightmare . an absolute somebody-please-wake-me-up screaming nightmare . antonio knew about the other . yeah , that was a problem , but the big deal was that she had a shifter gone bad who was slicing up killers right under the noses of the pd . the news headlines would be brutal . `` i hate to break this to you , ms. jerome- '' `` erin , '' she choked out because the captain drawled her surname out in a way that was like nails grating on her nerves . `` but the world you live in , well , only half of what you see is real . '' antonio paced the small confines of his office , looking very much like a caged cat . the guy did n't so much as give off one whiff of shifter scent . but then , her smell was pretty damn hard to detect , too . she kept her voice mild with an effort . after the captain 's big revelation , he 'd herded her and jude into his office . she was playing the innocent human , for now . and for as long as necessary . `` two years ago , i was out in the swamps . a vampire tried to drain me and leave my body for gator bait . '' `` sorry , captain , but vampires are n't real . '' those bastards were as real as she was . jude rolled his shoulders beside her . he 'd been doing that every few moments . `` they 're real . '' antonio stopped his pacing . `` get used to the idea . '' she had , about twenty-five years ago , when she 'd watched her mother go claw to teeth with a vamp . `` um ... tell me , captain , have you been in for an evaluation recently ? perhaps a trip to the police shrink is in order . '' erin braced her hands on the armrests of her chair and pushed to her feet . `` now , unless you want to tell me a few fairy tales about some trolls running loose in the city , i 've got a murder to solve . i do n't have time for this crap . '' a good exit line . she headed for the door , chin up , shoulders back . and heard clapping behind her . glancing over her shoulder , erin saw jude smiling at her . he pointed one long finger at her . `` but why do n't you cut the crap , ada ?
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we both know you understand all about the monsters in the dark , and playing the innocent is n't gon na work with me . '' we both know you understand all about the monsters in the dark . he rose slowly and stalked toward her . yeah , stalked , his movements slow and steady , strangely graceful , his eyes predatory . his bright gaze dropped to her mouth . seemed to heat . oh , but the man was going to be dangerous to her . she 'd known it from that first glance . erin licked her lips . `` i , uh ... '' no , that would n't work at all . `` i do n't know what you 're talking about , donovan . '' one fast glance toward antonio . `` i 'm not going to jump on this insanity parade- '' `` gloves are off , lady . you know what i am . '' he leaned in close and she watched the flare of his nostrils . `` and i know what you 're not . '' `` so let 's cut to the chase , here , okay ? no pretending 's necessary when the door 's closed . '' and the door was closed . closed and locked . she 'd heard the soft snick after antonio shut the door . `` you saw the body . you said yourself-those were claw marks , right ? '' her gaze darted once more to the left . antonio stared at her with his wide eyes . denial was still an option . she did n't have to blow her cover , the cover she 'd worked so hard to get . it had taken her four months to find this job and to escape from her past . a past that had come calling today-memories stirred up by the cloying scent of blood and death . running from monsters was hard work , because they were everywhere . silence hung in the room , too thick . jude swore . i 'll take a look at the body and see what i- '' erin grabbed his hand when he tried to push past her , and she kissed her new life good-bye . `` it was a shifter . '' jude 's skin felt warm beneath her fingertips . his eyes bored into hers , and she watched his pupils flare . she pulled her hand back and smoothed her fingers over the soft cotton of her pants . `` it was a shifter , and , how convenient-there 's a shifter standing right in front of me . '' towering over her . surrounding her with his heat and scent . `` i did n't kill him- '' `` jude wouldn't- '' their words twisted and blurred in her mind . she waited for the denials to finish , then raised a brow . `` you said you could prove your innocence . '' his eyes narrowed , but jude nodded . `` good , '' she muttered . `` 'cause you 'll have to do that . '' and she believed he could . after that whole alibi business was taken care of , it would be time to get down to business . `` call night watch , '' jude said . `` you can verify my whereabouts in less than two minutes . '' she 'd do that , but first ... '' are you up for another case , hunter ? '' she knew just how hard it was to catch a shifter , especially one who hungered for the sweet thrill of human prey . `` you trying to hire me ? '' she knew that jude donovan would be her best bet for catching this killer . the cops would n't be able to track a shifter . it takes a beast to catch a beast . oh , the games the other played . `` the da gon na be up for this ? '' antonio asked , inching closer . erin did n't glance his way . `` he 'll go for it . '' she 'd make absolutely certain he did . she asked jude . his hard face was unreadable . jeez but the man was big . she topped out at just under six feet , but he towered over her by several inches . just what kind of beast did jude carry ? shifters-the beings that most said carried two souls . the soul of a man . the soul of an animal . most shifters were pretty harmless . they could transform into foxes , birds , or snakes . others were more dangerous . bears , panthers , wolves . some believed-with good reason-that those were the most dangerous of the shifters . fierce , bloodthirsty , and , just for fun , every now and then ... psychotic . `` i 'll hunt for you . '' `` the city will pay you . '' she 'd talk to the mayor and the da . she was n't planning a big reveal about the other world with them ; at least , not unless she was n't given a choice . but gus and clark were smart guys . they 'd wise up real fast to the benefits of having this case handled as quietly and quickly as possible . if jude could contain the guy , they 'd be more than willing to pay his price .
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