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Graveyard Watchman Chapter 26: Helpless
I feel something firmly grasp my shoulder and whip around. Dominic is standing above me, eyes glittering dangerously and I look over to what looks like the remains of Zull in a lifeless, bloody heap. I glance back up; relieved he's in one piece but my focus remains laser sharp. I need to help this man. "Hurry!" I shout, "Do you have a crystal?""You cannot help him!" Dominic shouts, his tone heavy with anger."What? Yes I can!" I shout, scrambling to get the Fighter on his back but Dominic pulls me back around the waist. "No you cannot!" "Why!" I scream, trying to break free but his grip is too strong."Because he is already dead! He died with honor now leave him! We must give him the respect he deserves!"I stop fighting because he suddenly lets go, leaving me to catch myself by my wrists before falling flat on my face. "What is your problem?" I stare up at him, "Why won't you let me help him?""What is my problem?" his face changes to pure rage and I instinctively step b
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His hand goes back to the latch on the door, "I gave you part of me, part of my essence, and through our bond, you had the power to restore me. And you will always have it, no matter how badly I am hurt." he looks away and I swear he wipes something from his eyes, "But, I will never forgive myself for putting you and the others in so much danger."His cloak suddenly whips a light snap at the edges of my dress and he flashes down the torch lit hallway. I rush to the door, only getting a final glimpse before the darkness consumes him whole, his rosemary and musky scent lingering heavily in the air. I stand frozen, staring at nothing as I scream out his name in my head, hoping like hell he will come back, even though I know he will not.I finally allow myself to step back inside and slowly close the door, still watching for any hint of his return when through the crack, I think I see movement.Is it him?Did he change his mind?Wait, there are too many footsteps echoing toward me and
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Without a word, Skylar drops into the wingback in sudden defeat, covering his face with his palms, "What a mess. What a fucking mess." His muffled voice clear with anxiety, I can practically feel the dread radiating from him. "I'm so sorry you have to be involved, Skylar. But, for your protection, I understand why Zack pulled you back in." I say, trying to justify the situation but even I know my words are only making it worse."It makes a lot more sense." Skylar says, his hands still covering his face."What?" I ask.He pulls his palms away, "Dominic. Now I get why he was always there, at the cemetery. He was protecting you."Three quick knocks sound at the door and the latch pops up. Victoria's voice calls out before she walks in, "Your majesty," she drops into a deep bow and looks up, "Oh, I see we have a guest." she smiles politely at Skylar and looks back at me, "Should I prepare him a room?"Skylar's head is already shaking and he grins, "Holy shit," the sarcasm in his ton
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"Wait!" the shrill in my voice stops him but he doesn't look at me. Does he actually think there's something between Skylar and me? Did Zull somehow convince him? I need to explain once and for all. I can't have him doubting me.Not now, not ever.Finally, he turns, his reddish-brown eyes capturing mine. He's angry. I can feel it. But there's something else bothering him, something even stronger."What you saw wasn't what you think it was." I blurt out. Dominic turns his head and closes the door behind us but doesn't say a word, standing perfectly still. He's waiting for me to keep talking."I-I, crap," I shake my head, "I don't have feelings for Skylar!" I plead, watching his expression change. "I never have, not like that."Relief, or maybe understanding, I can't be sure, washes over Dominic's face and I race toward him, wrapping my arms around his waist as the strong beat of his heart pounds at my ear. He presses me closer, his warm, tender hands sending a wave of reassurance
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I lift my cup and drink deeply, then set it down, sinking back into the stacked pillows. I'm suddenly embarrassed my own selfishness. Dominic not only lost his men, he lost his friends as well. It makes sense that he would honor them in such a way. But, I should be the one in that chapel. I should be the one sacrificing and praying. Wait! That's it! I yank myself up with renewed energy, grabbing her arm."Hurry, take away the tray! I want to join him."Victoria shakes her head, gently pulling herself away from my grip."You cannot, your majesty. He is doing what is customary when sacred lives are lost." Her head shakes again when I draw breath to plead my case and her hand goes to my shoulder."He would not allow it, anyway. You must respect his grieving period."Rubbing my temples in frustration, my eyes chase her every movement. "This isn't right!" I protest, "Dominic is paying for something I feel is my fault, not his. I have to do something!"Victoria places her hands
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I grab the napkin, trying to stop a tear from making its way out. "So, he's not trying to fight just for the sake of fighting anymore?"Victoria takes my hand and her face goes soft. "Not since the moment he was sure that you loved him back."The sound of shuffling footsteps draws my attention to the door and I look up to see my brother's face appearing through it."Katie?" Zack asks while his eyes search the room. He tentatively steps in, spotting me on my bed, "Oh, I didn't realize you had already retired," he glances over to the curvy brunette on his right.Thankfully, I'm fully dressed and smile, focused on the young, attractive woman standing next to him, "It's okay, come in."Zack nods in her direction and she gives me a quick curtsey before following him further into the room, "Allow me to introduce doctor Emily Mansfield," he smiles, looking over to her in a way that makes me suddenly curious, "she is our new resident psychiatrist."I can't explain why, but she gives off
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The look of surprise on her face would be funny if not for a tinge of heartbreak in her eyes. She takes a minute to process or maybe she's deciding how much to say and then lets out a sigh."When your brother first came here, he was frightened and confused, like you were." she looks away, "The Council assigned me to be his Follower and well..." she glances back at me as the candlelight reflect wetness in her eyes, "We spent a lot of time together."I don't say a word for a moment, I think I know what she's trying to say and blurt out a question before I can stop myself."Did you sleep with him?"Her features tighten up and I can feel her pain as a small tear escaps down the right side of her cheek, "Yes," she barely whispers, palming her face before letting out a walling sob.Well shit."Oh, Victoria," I say, disappointed, the displeasure in my voice probably making it worse. The awkwardness of talking about my brother's sex life isn't something I ever anticipated, but even now
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I awaken to the sound shuffling footsteps and rushing water filling the bathtub. Victoria comes into focus as I pull up on my elbows and watch her hang one of my emerald gowns on the door of the armoire. She tilts her head, comparing earrings and necklaces against the beaded fabric. "Good morning," my voice squeaks and I give out a slight grunt to clear my throat. Victoria jumps a little before bending into a deep bow, "Oh, good morning, your Highness," she looks up and smiles, "I hope you slept well.""Yeah, I did," I lie. It took forever to fall asleep once the room went quiet and I was trapped with my own thoughts. I miss Dominic terribly and the next five days are going to be excruciatingly long."That is good to hear." She goes back to rushing around the room, "I've drawn you a bath when you are ready." she says, heading to the bedroom door, "Oh, and Zack will be here in an hour.""Thanks-Oh, Victoria, wait," I say when something pops in my head. Something I thought of last
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His forehead is lined in concern, pinging my gut and I watch his expression grow more serious. "It was not a dream, Love," he whispers, glancing down at my waist. I let out a cry and sit up, throwing the covers off of me.There's no blood, it's gone... there's not even a trace."Oh, Dominic, did I?" I can barely say the words. "Did I lose the baby?" "Our baby is fine." His smile widens and my breath hitches, the smell of sweet rosemary swirls between us as he softly kisses my lips. "you do not need to worry.""Really?" I whisper, astonished. "Really, honey?"He nods. "It is over, Love." He moves closer, gathering me in his arms. "You are safe." He kisses my cheek. "And so is or our baby." His arms pulls me closer."But how? I-I was bleeding." My body shivers, remembering. "Oh Dominic, there was so much blood.""I know, honey." He nods, gently rubbing my back. My eyes go wide. "The twins?" I pull back. "They were there...they saw everything, they saved me, I think they even
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"Hello, Kate," a woman's voice calls out, and I sluggishly blink, pulling my heavy lids open to total darkness. "Did you enjoy my little gift? I sharpened the blade myself."I reach out, groggy and drunk, touching the edge of a blanket on my chest. "Yes, you are still in bed," the woman says. "But now it's time to wake up!" she shouts, yanking me up by the arm as a hard slap stings the side of my face. I yelp, more alert and duck my head awkwardly in the blackness. She laughs. "They have sedated you. This is going to be a cake walk." The lamp next to the bed suddenly switches on, blinding me, and I sluggishly shield my eyes. "Who are you?" I ask, the back of my head falling hard against the headboard as I lower my hands.I see her dress first, black, long and skintight, hands propped on her hips, hair and face still breathtaking. Olivia. Her lips curl up into a slow smile as soon as I look into her new black eyes. "Surprised to see me?" she winks, "Why yes, I can dream wa
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He slowly nods. "Yes, I could tell it in her expression. I could feel her anger."My eyes go wide. "What if she tries to do it again?" I blurt out."She cannot." He shakes his head. "I have been sealed," he says, and I let out a breath of relief.Dominic holds me in his arms a few moments longer, and I look back up, "The councilman, he was sent to protect the twins from her too, wasn't he?""Mmm, hum," his voice resonates in my ear. "The Hierarchy Council knew they would be especially susceptible to her.""Because of their visions?" I ask.He nods. "And their dreams.""If they can kill a demon, they can certainly kill a witch," I smirk."It is not that easy," he says. "It is forbidden for a Seraph to kill another Seraph." I pull away and look up, "Even if she tries to kill them?" Dominic glances down at me. "Yes.""What would be her reason? Why would she want to hurt the twins?" I ask."Power," he says."Power for what?" "No one is sure, but the Hierarchy Council has
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Still panting, he quickly recovers and lifts himself above me, focused as he begins to slowly move his hips, thrusting himself in and out. His blazing hand cups my breast, and he leans down, teasing my nipple with a firm tongue. My body tightens. "Harder," I whisper, so close to euphoria I pull him down, arching my hips before wrapping my legs around his waist. He continues to hold back, keeping himself from going any further. He's knows I'm on the edge, and he knows how to drive me crazy."Dominic, please!" I whisper, trying to pull him closer but he stops and moves lower, tossing the blankets back before pausing between my legs."Not before I get a taste of you," he whispers, pressing down on my legs as he leans in and runs his warm, slick tongue gently over me, sucking and moaning before doing it again. "So good," he murmurs, his breath like fire. He raises himself back up, his length drags along my thigh, wet and firm. I tremble, reaching out to wrap my arms around him as he
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Laila whimpers, and my eyes go straight to hers. I have to be strong. I won't let this woman hurt my children or tear my family apart. "Listen to me, honey," I squeeze her hands tightly. "I promise no one will come between your father and I," I say, trying to reassure her, "In the meantime, do your best not to worry about this right now and get some sleep, okay?" She nods, wiping the wetness from her eyes. "Samuel told me the same thing.""Samuel knows?""Yeah."I take in a breath, scanning the room and lean in, "Okay, but let's keep this just between the three of us." "We will." She sniffs. "Samuel and I have a plan, anyway." I turn my head to the side, eyeing her. "What kind of plan?""I'll tell you in the morning.""Laila," I whisper, moving closer, "are you and Samuel planning to enter Olivia's drea...?""It's the easiest way, Mama," she interrupts. "Dreams are more truthful than real life.""I don't want you two getting involved." I say, brows pushing together. "I c
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I catch a glimpse of Olivia, standing with Zack and Victoria as she stares in my direction, but not at me. She's fixated on Dominic with an expression of yearning, no-it's more like pure lust. I can feel the blood rushing to my face, hot with anger as I glance up at Dominic. His eyes focused on hers with such intensity, I jerk away and gasp, trying to keep my composure. "Kate," he says, reaching out to me, his connection with Olivia broken. "Are you all right?"I glance up, surprised by his expression, suddenly draped in love and concern and I stumble, tripping on my dress. "Yeah," I answer, taking his hand, strong and tight as he steadies me."C'mon, you two," Zack calls over his shoulder, hand in hand with Victoria, "Didn't you hear? It's time for dinner," he says as they follow Olivia into the hallway.Dominic lets go, and I smooth out my dress. Its champagne colored beads glistening under the brilliant light of the sparkling crystal chandeliers."As always, you are a vision,"
