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Meg LawrenceThey are coming...
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The Vampire's Opalย ย ย "What. Did. You. Say?"
The day had been one for the books.Between cleaning up emails, mailing sponsors, corralling the kids, and Lex picking her up early, Claireโs mind couldnโt shut off.The subtle โdingโ of Mal's door opening brought her back to the present. Green eyes met red ones. She rushed into the foyer, arms instinctively wrapping around his waist as Mal pulled her close. โWhat is going on?โ She glanced up just in time to see his crimson eyes transform back to their gorgeous brown, with hints of amber in them.โYour eyes. Are they changing color? Sorryโฆโ she shook her head. โIโm not changing the subject intentionally.โMal gave her a tinder sweet kiss. โYouโre fine and safe. We had a bit of an issue earlier. Donโt worry. Everyone is safe and accounted for. I just needed to make sure you were back here safe and sound. Come on. Tell me a bit about your day.โ He ushered her to the living room while grabbing her bag from her shoulder. โWow. I didnโt realize you carried so much with youโฆโClaire laughed
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-02-27The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Intro
Blue and red lights flashed. Broken glass scattered across the road, sparkling in the beams of light from the police vehicles. The rain finally stopped pouring as the wrecker came to take the mangled car away. Jack, the police captain, stood looking at the scene before him. The silver mini van looked as if a herd of bears mauled it. Scratches covered every surface of the vehicle. They left nothing but shards of glass to the windows. Dents pummeled down the passenger side. Something had also caved the roof in. The car was a crushed tuna can. His hands caressed the claw marks left on the side of the vehicle, tracing over the tears in the metal. The passengers, a man and a woman, were found yards away and looked as if a cougar had attacked them. Poor souls, thought Jack as he made his way to the victims.He had seen his fair share of death and despair through the years on the force, but this... This was an otherworldly, violent attack. This wasโฆ. Bloodshed. โSir, what kind of animal
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-06The Vampire's Opalย ย ย 15 Years Later
โCome on! Kick harder! Watch your left! Your other left!!!โ Jack rubbed a hand over his face, his frustration coming to the surface. Claire ducked just in time as Zach threw a punch towards her face. โTwo hours of sparring and you are just now coaching me?!โ Claire huffed and pushed the flaming red locks out of her sweaty face. โIf only you could move as fast as your mouth.โ Jack chuckled. He loved seeing how stubborn his daughter could be when she was angry. Watching her train with her โbig brotherโ, Jack knew she was special. After only two years of combat training and weightlifting, she could hold her own in a fight. Claire dodged another kick, grabbed Zachโs leg, and tripped him. She ended her move by sitting on top of his chest and punching him perfectly in the middle of his face. โFuck sis. That shit hurts!!โ Zach griped. Even after 15 years, Jackโs adopted daughter surprised him. Who knew a simple human could get the best of a vampire? Zach was a full foot taller than C
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-06The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Girls' Night
โThe rogue vampires have become a bigger problem than we expected.โ โWhat do you mean? We havenโt seen any lone vampires in the area in years.โ Jack stated. He glared at the Council members. The office was shrouded in darkness, except for the light beaming from a computer screen. The video conference had multiple frames illuminated. Each one a member of the Council: Dragon, Vampire, Siren, Fairy, Werewolf, Witch, and Human. Jack glared at the dragon leader as he spoke. โThese rogue vampires are heading towards your territory. Itโs a small group,five or so. But they are unnecessarily killing humans in their path. The humans are noticing. It is your job to enforce our laws and to end this before they become a bigger problem. Now do it!โ The dragon slammed his fist on his desk in anger. โCalm down Nathaniel. He knows what to do. A few rogues are always around. Nothing to have an aneurysm over. On another note: Jack, how is your daughter doing? Itโs been a few years since weโve last
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-06The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Malachy
Authority. It was oozing from him. As the men meandered into the room, the air electrified, stealing Claireโs breath from her chest. The man beside her father entered the room with confidence and poise. His size alone was intimidating, throwing in his dark features and serious manner, and Claire understood why the Council sent him. He was obviously a superior warrior who commanded attention. But Jeeeeeeezzz. Claire couldnโt look away. He had to be around 6โ4, easily one of the tallest men she had ever seen. His dark chestnut hair was tied back into a low bun, it only made his strong jawline more prominent with his perfectly shaved face. Intense, deep brown eyes rested on her bright green ones. His tailored black suit didnโt even have a wrinkle in it; the complete opposite of the disheveled looks of her family after the rogue encounter. Breathe, girl. Donโt freak out. A god just walked into your house. Be cool. Breathe. She cautiously walked around the couch, while wiping her swe
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-17The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Football Sunday
After eating and having further discussion on training procedures, Jack and Malachy made their way up to the bedrooms. Malachy noticed that the door to Claireโs room was ajar. He closed it over when a hand to his chest stopped him. โShe prefers to keep it open at night. Iโll check on her while you finish getting settled in.โ Jack walked towards Claireโs bed, where she was sound asleep. Her phone, book, and laptop surrounded her. Malachy couldnโt help but stand in the doorway, watching how Jack interacted with his daughter. He lifted her things from her bed and set them on the desk. He then covered her with a gray blanket and brushed the hair from her face to kiss her forehead. He truly cares for her. Maybe the Council got it right letting him adopt her. Envy filled Malachyโs chest. Jack made his way back to Malachy, and headed towards his room, when he noticed Malachy staring. He was looking at Jack with a slight grin. โYouโre a lucky man. Only thing you're missing is a woman t
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-21The Vampire's Opalย ย ย "You Want to Date Me?"
โSorry Pops. I gotta go. Rehearsals for the Christmas program have started and our group is preparing an a cappella song. I have to be there early. And then softball starts conditioning this week as well.โ Claire rushed into the kitchen, grabbed a muffin, an orange juice, kissed Jack on the cheek, and darted out the door to the waiting car of her friend, Trevor. All before Jack could wish her a good day. Trevor, a human boy who was a year older than Claire, was one member of their choral group. He has been picking her up early in the mornings for the past two weeks for their rehearsals. And Jack had suspicions that the boy had his eyes on Claire. Claireโs phone vibrated in her bag as she slid into the blue pickup truck. Jack: โI need to meet this Trevor, you know.โ Claire: โughโฆ.fiiiiiineโฆ. I can ask him what he is doing after the football game Friday. Satisfied?โ Jack: โDeal. Love you.โ Claire: โLove you. Now go do whatever retired old folks do :)โ She couldnโt believe her
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-23The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Make Your Heart Skip A Beat
She was awestruck and froze in place; there was nothing else she could do. Mal was back, and her heart pounded in her chest at the sight of him standing next to the black SUV, a hand holding the passenger door open. โHey you! Welcome back.โ Without thinking, she dropped her bags, jumped up to wrap her arms around his neck, and gave him a hug. They were both shocked by her boldness, though neither said anything and neither moved. His arms instinctively wrapped around her waist to bring her closer. Before Malachy could think of a more appropriate response, Jack walked out of the front door. โWhat a great surprise. I didnโt know you were back in town. Claire let the man go. You smell of grass and sweat. Go upstairs and wash up before supper.โ โSure thing Pops. Itโs good to see you again, Mal.โ She hopped down from his embrace and headed into the house. Malachy stood still in shock while Jack gave him a teasing look. โI think someone has a crush on you. I canโt remember the last ti
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2023-07-27
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The Vampire's Opalย ย ย "What. Did. You. Say?"
The day had been one for the books.Between cleaning up emails, mailing sponsors, corralling the kids, and Lex picking her up early, Claireโs mind couldnโt shut off.The subtle โdingโ of Mal's door opening brought her back to the present. Green eyes met red ones. She rushed into the foyer, arms instinctively wrapping around his waist as Mal pulled her close. โWhat is going on?โ She glanced up just in time to see his crimson eyes transform back to their gorgeous brown, with hints of amber in them.โYour eyes. Are they changing color? Sorryโฆโ she shook her head. โIโm not changing the subject intentionally.โMal gave her a tinder sweet kiss. โYouโre fine and safe. We had a bit of an issue earlier. Donโt worry. Everyone is safe and accounted for. I just needed to make sure you were back here safe and sound. Come on. Tell me a bit about your day.โ He ushered her to the living room while grabbing her bag from her shoulder. โWow. I didnโt realize you carried so much with youโฆโClaire laughed
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Fate
Claire stood in front of the massive window, looking out at the Chicago skyline and sunset against Lake Michigan. She lost herself watching the sunโs rays slowly dissipate when an elbow nudged her shoulder, almost making her lose her balance.โWhatcha thinking, cupcake?โ Sean crossed his arms and continued to bump into her, rocking her side to side. Her gaze focused on the reflection of the scene behind her. Quinn joking with Marian and Jack with Malachy behind them. His eyes found hers in the window, causing her heart to jump slightly. โYou ever think that things happen for a reason? That fate, or whatever, knows the perfect time for us even when it hurts or feels like itโll kill us?โ She focused on her friend, who has been a rock for her over the last few years.Sean looked at Quinn and smiled. โYou know I do. Shit. Look at you and me.โ He waved a hand between them. โI had the hots for you and tried to charm and seduce you from the get go. Unknown to me, you were already head over
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย It Matters
Quinn stood with a battle stance, hands on her hips and her mouth and jaw clenched. Her wide hazel eyes burned holes into Malachy. He answered with his own eyes smoldering and his fangs elongated. Trying to ease the tension between the two, Claire stepped in between them with her palm in the middle of Malโs chest and the other holding up her index finger in Quinnโs direction.โEveryone, calm down first.โ She looked at her best friend, but her statement was more directed at Mal, since he could easily rip the small human apart. The couple slowly stepped out of the elevator with Sean wrapping his arms around Quinn, pulling her back further into the living room. If you could call it that. Claire made a mental note to look around this apartment as much as possible when she wasnโt trying to avoid a vampire attacking her friend.Quinn didnโt hesitate to jump Claire as soon as they set their bags down. โCare to fucking tell me what in the fuck is going on, Claire?! This scumbag left you to
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Brace Yourself
โCare to tell me why you didnโt just kill the little human bitch when you had her alone?โ Mirabella stormed into the extravagant office, unravelling her shawl as she went. Her red stiletto heels clicked loudly on the white tiles before she threw herself onto the sofa, then kicked up her feet onto the glass coffee table.She snapped her well-manicured fingers above her head, โwhat does a vampire have to do to get a decent fucking drink around here? Jeez!โ A massive and dramatic sigh escaped her dark crimson lips. Her eyes found the dark silhouette against the wide windows, the bright sunshine against the mountains a stark contrast to the scene before her.โYou couldโve ended all of this and gotten us out of this shithole hillbilly town. About fucking time!โ Her hands clutched the wine glass before pressing it to her lips and swallowing deeply the thick red liquid.Sloane kept his arms behind his back, his body never leaving its position in front of the window. Closing his eyes and shaki
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Back to Reality
Claire let out an audible sigh. โWhy is it that the drive back from a trip always seems to go by faster than when you leave?โMalโs hand found hers, bringing it to his cool lips. โI promise you, we will be back there soon enough. That cottage has many memories now for us. Wonderful memories that I plan on replicating as soon as possible. But first,โ his voice turned serious. โWe need to make sure you and your friends are safe, then we can plan another long weekend away. Deal?โโDeal.โ She leaned her head back and closed her eyes. โSo stop by my place first? I can grab some more clothes and other toiletries for a few days.โMal turned his focus back to the road ahead of them, nodding his head in agreement. โLex and Brady are there now. Lex has been trying to convince Brady to spend a few more days at his place. But heโs a stubborn one. Keeps telling Lex he needs to check in on you. I think I like that kid.โShe chuckled to herself. Only Mal and her father could get away with calling her
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย You Are A Part of Me
The rain continued its downpour, pinging as it hit the metal roof. Claire stretched in the bed, feeling the aftermath of the โstrenuous activitiesโ over the last few hours. She rolled to the side to find the bed empty, and she glanced around the room. Her eyes found the halo of light from behind the bathroom door. She slowly hung her legs over the edge of the bed, trying to get her bearings straight.Gingerly, she stood and looked at the clock on the nightstand. โShit. Itโs already 2 A.M. That went a lot longer than I thoughtโฆโA few tentative steps, and she was at the door to the bathroom. She could hear the shower running, but before she could even touch the door, it swung open and a very naked Mal stood in all his glory.She didnโt know why she was nervous suddenly. Her boldness from earlier seemed to dissipate after her little nap. โHey. Are you finished in here?โ She couldnโt meet his gaze until his fingers lifted her chin. โI was actually going to wake you to come join me, but
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Not Holding Back
Claire had quickly changed into her cotton shorts and black tank top, then started her nightly routine. She stepped out onto the balcony, joining Mal to get some fresh air, and listened as the rain pinged off the metal roof. She wrapped her arms around him from behind, resting her face against his shoulder blades. He placed a hand on top of hers.โYour father and Marian headed out and are checking the perimeters as we speak. Marian texted and said they were staying out all night.โ He slowly turned, embracing Claire, and he noticed she was biting her bottom lip. โYou ok, Little One?โShe didnโt know what she was doing, yet she knew exactly what she wanted to do. With a shaky breath, she leaned closer and whispered, โIโm perfectโฆโ She craned her neck to look into his eyes, seeing the crimson color slowly swirling into the chocolate brown. And she licked her bottom lip.Mal closed his eyes to control himself. โWhat are you doing, Claire?โ Her hands explored his chest, one grabbing the la
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย More I Could Do
Everyone gathered next to the fireplace, watching the orange embers glow, enjoying their jovial conversation. Mal and Marian were sitting on opposite ends of the couch, with Jack and Claire sitting at their feet.โSo, kiddo, what are your plans now that youโve graduated? Trips around the world, working right away, nothing?โ Jack leaned back against Marianโs legs, swirling his whiskey in its glass, intently watching his daughter as she quickly took a sip of her water.She shifted a bit to better focus her attention on Jack. โIโm not really sure what Iโm going to do. Donโt get me wrong, I absolutely love working at the foundation. My coworkers are amazing and the kids are wonderful and so talented. I just feel like maybe there is something more I could doโฆโMal turned in his seat to better look at Claire. โWhat do you mean? You love working with kids, you always have.โ โWell, my actual plan kinda went to shit the second I left you allโฆโPiquing his interest, Mal leaned forward and tilt
The Vampire's Opalย ย ย Excuse Me?
โIโm going to go upstairs to prepare for my meeting. Will you all be ok for a few hours?โ Malachy and Jack placed all twelve shopping bags on the kitchen counter. He looked back at the girls as they followed behind with bottles of wine, whisky, and beer that Marian insisted they needed for the remaining few days in the cabin. โWe should be good to go! I donโt think Iโve ever brought so much alcohol in one trip. And thatโs even counting my twenty-first birthday!!โ Claire collapsed onto the nearest bar stool dramatically and threw her head back. โIโm exhausted. Whatโs for dinner?โ Mal kissed her forehead. โAlways food with you. There is plenty for you to whip something up in the pantry and fridge. I wonโt be long.โ He glanced at his watch before heading up the stairs. Claire watched his backside as he disappeared into the stairwell, biting her bottom lip.โIโve got this chickie. Head on up there, put your shit up and jump that man in his office. Iโll keep your dad busy with the grill o
