in the castle garden a young lady was seated on the green grass surrounded by white roses, she wore a light blue long dress, her long brown hair covered her bare shoulders her bright blue eyes shinned brightly, she had a slightly smooth pale skin, her thin pink lips curved into a slight smile watching the pretty butterfly," Mariana! a voice called out from behind her smile instantly faded away, Mariana stood up looking back at her brother who was standing a few inches away, Max grew up into a young charming man, he had Alex's facial features, had smooth brown hair, his eyes were just like Lara's, gray and shinny, he wore a white T-shirt and black trousers, he was tall and good looking every young woman was drawn to him, Mariana approached Max and stood in front of him looking deep into his eyes," when will mother leave that room Max? it's been fifteen years and she's still locked inside like a beast." she asked him firmly," you know ever since mother came back to life she hasn't been herself, she cannot control the dark powers she possess now, father is handling everything." he told her," well maybe if you try to release her and let her be with her family again, she will feel warmth and wanted." Mariana said and passed him by," what are you wearing?" Max finally asked which made Mariana halt in her steps and turned to her brother," just thought of wearing like a true princess which I am, you should try it sometime, brother." Mariana rolled her eyes and left, Max sighed falling on one of the garden chairs leaning back when he heard a soft chuckle from behind," you look like you've been beaten up by a harmless sweet little rabbit." a young man said pulling out a chair and sat next to Max, he was tall had dark hair and dark eyes, he was charming as the dark night, he wore a black T-shirt with black trousers, he resembled Zeke and Mira in so many ways, quite beautiful," if that selfless harmless little rabbit, you're referring to Mariana, then yes I am defeated by her." Max closed his eyes helplessly," I think she's grown up to be interesting, I was actually thinking of making her my real girlfriend after all she was my girlfriend when we were children." Iven gave a teasing smirk," you know she didn't mean it that way right, and if you dare make her your girlfriend I will forget the friendship you and I share and break your bones." Max tapped Iven's shoulder and left. back in the locked room Lara was staring out of the window which over looked the courtyard admiring the beautiful view of the outside world, when she heard the door unlock she turned around to see who it was and was thrilled to see a little girl dressed in a yellow dress with white shoes on, she had gray eyes and dark brown hair, she was about ten years old," I was starting to wonder when you'll get here." Lara smiled," sorry I'm late, I was helping father prepare your breakfast." the little girl said holding a tray of food, Lara stared at the food there was pancakes, coffee to the side, some fruits and water, she gave a slight smile feeling glad Alex still had time for her to even prepare her favorite breakfast and disappointed that he didn't come to see her again for the past few weeks now," what is your father busy with?" Lara asked her daughter," he's busy searching for a perfect school for Mariana and Max, a mixed school for both humans and non humans." she explained," I see." Lara ate up and her daughter cleaned up when she was done," I will leave you now mother, take care." she said her goodbye about to leave when Lara called out her name," Skaitrae! please let your father know, I would like to see him." Lara said Skaitrae nodded before locking the door behind her and left. ever since Lara came back to life she thought she lost her baby which indeed she did lose her baby but as months went by she could feel something in her stomach, soon it started growing and became visible she was so happy to know that her baby survived, Alex took care of her through out her pregnancy he stayed with her day and night, he fed her, helped her shower and change her clothes, she was only comfortable around Alex the rest felt like a threat to her and didn't want them close including her kids, one day Mariana decided to go see her alone and Lara nearly killed her, if Alex didn't come on time she would have killed her own daughter, after nine months, Lara gave birth to a baby girl and named her Skaitrae, Alex was happy to see his second daughter, Lara took care of her daughter, Skaitrae was the only one closer to her, she only allowed her and Alex to get near her. as years went by she began to control her dark powers little by little, she wished to see her two other kids but non of them came to see her and she so badly wanted to apologise to Mariana, she felt really bad for trying to hurt her. Lara was lost in thought and didn't hear the door open behind her, Alex stood at the entrance watching her back as she was staring outside the window, he still looked as breathtaking and charming as always, he wore all black looking dangerously gorgeous and majestic, he slowly approached Lara and held her shoulders gently, Lara jolted looking up and saw that charming face looking down on her, Lara turned around embracing him in a tight warm hug, Alex wrapped his arms around her waist pulling her closer to him buring his face between her neck and shoulder taking in her sweet soft scent," I missed you so much, I really want to get out of here Alex! I miss my kids I want to be with my family." Lara begged him," I have it under control, I promise I won't hurt anybody." Lara added," I know." Alex stroked her hair gently pulling back and took out a black emerald bracelet," Iris made this for you, it's supposed to help trap your powers keeping them in control, you need to always keep this on till I teach you how to control them." he told her taking her hand and wore it around her wrist," it's pretty." Lara gave a slight smile, Alex cupped her cheek gathering her in his arms and took her back to their room, Alex shut the door behind him pinning Lara on the bed trapping her under his body, Lara didn't waste any time unbuttoning his shirt kissing him viciously like an hungry little wolf, she has waited for this day for so long, she had been craving for him, for his touch and him being inside her, Lara turned the tables around pushing Alex down so she was on top of him, Alex gave a mischievous smirk seeing how strong she's become, Lara kissed his lips sliding to his jawline down to his neck, she lingered around there giving him a teasing bite," hmm I missed this." Lara whispered her lips moving to his chest down to his stomach, Alex closed his eyes with a pleasurable moan, she unbuttoned his trousers staring at his big brother she licked it before sliding it into her warm wet mouth, Alex groaned biting his lower lip in pleasure," Lara!" Alex called her name, Lara looked up to meet his gaze before she moved to collide her lips with his," you're such an amazing woman, I want you now." Alex said deepening the kiss, Lara took off her dress sitting on Alex, Alex slide inside her, Lara moved back and forth rocking her body on him, she bit her lip moaning sweetly increasing the speed till they both exploded and saw the stars, they were both breathing heavily, Lara fell back on the bed resting her head on Alex's chest," that was amazing." she smiled caressing his chest," Hmm." Alex agreed rubbing her shoulders and arms gently," I would like to take a shower now and see Mariana and Max." Lara said," then off we go dear wife." Alex said gathering her in his arms and took her to the bathroom, after freshening up Lara walked along the empty corridors and stopped in front of Mariana's bedroom door, she gently knocked on the door when she heard a response she opened the door and went inside, Mariana was fixing her hair when she saw Lara's reflection on the mirror, she stood up looking back at her," you're out." Mariana said, Lara stared at her daughter from head to toe, she couldn't believe how much she's grown and missed out during her every step of growth and birthdays, she had her facial features but Alex's eyes she turned into a beautiful young woman, Lara didn't want to step any closer to Mariana cause she didn't want to scare her instead she spoke from where she was standing," you've grown into a beautiful strong young woman, how I missed you so much together with your brother." Lara gave a faint smile and continued," Mariana I'm so sorry that I tried to hurt you, I wasn't in control and trust me I hate myself for it, please forgive me." Lara teared up, Mariana didn't say a word instead she embraced Lara in a warm hug," I will never stay angry with you mother, I missed you so much." Mariana said, Lara rubbed her soft hair kissing it with a slight smile," you're the best daughter any mother could ask for." Lara smiled, Mariana pulled away taking a closer good look at her, and couldn't help but wonder how beautiful she looked, so young, s smooth rediat skin and she was actually proud where she got the looks from," mother, Max and I are leaving for college tomorrow and will be staying there, you should talk to Max before we leave." Mariana said," yes, Skaitrae told me about it, but I didn't think you'll be leaving tomorrow." Lara said her voice sounding a bit disappointed, Mariana gave a reassuring hug," when I get a opportunity, I will make sure to visit you mother." she assured Lara, Lara gave a slight smile pulling back," I will go see your brother now." she tapped her hair before leaving her room, walking through the long corridors she stood in front of the huge double thick doors, taking a deep breath she was about to knock on the door when she just decided to push them open and went inside," your majesty." a woman jolted up wrapping the sheets around her naked body looking embarrassed and stared at Max who seemed relaxed and calm, Lara gave the woman a hard glare which scared the little woman, she hesitantly got up and left in a hurry, Lara turned around giving him privacy to dress up," entering my room without knocking now?" Max raised a brow, Lara figured he was done dressing up so she turned around to face him," you've started bedding women now?" Lara asked instead looking calm and collected like never before, Max didn't say a word he just stared at her for a while before a slight unnoticeable smile appear on his lips and disappeared in a second," father finally decided to let you out?" ain't you happy to see me out?" Lara asked instead, it was like a game of cat and mouse they were both trying to outsmart one another, a question answered with another question, Max didn't have time to play this sneaky game with his mother, he stared right into her eyes and spoke,"Mariana might have forgiven you but I haven't, so don't try to be all sweet and sorry, I do not need you." Max said before going passed her and left, Lara didn't move nor react, she just stood there for a long time having mixed feelings," I guess he got his attitude from his father, and his stubbornness from you." Reigndo smirked, Lara turned around to face him," I don't think I can blame him, it's all my fault." Lara said and left.
The next day Max and Mariana prepared for their trip and met everyone in the courtyard to say goodbye, Lara gave her two children a tight goodbye hug," I'll see you soon mother, take care." Mariana gave her a reassuring smile," take care of yourselves, I love you." Lara placed a soft kiss on Mariana's forehead, she was about to touch Max' cheek when he took a step back," I'll be waiting in the car." he said calmly and went to sit in the back seat, Alex gave her a reassuring soft squeeze on her hand," he needs time, I'll see you soon." he told her before hopping into the car and drove off, it was a two hour drive, they passed through a long empty road with only tall thick trees on each side of the road, it was a long way from the city and the castle, soon a huge silver gate came into view, it instantly opened and they drove inside, inside was beautiful, there was green grass on each side with beautiful different types of flowers, they took another twenty minutes drive and soon arrived at the school, Mariana stared through the window and was actually amazed how big and huge it was, it was almost reaching to the height of their castle, almost.
there was a tall good looking man standing at the entrance with two other men, Alex and the kids got out of car and the man approached them," your majesty, it's an honor to finally meet you, I'm principle Kan, welcome to Riverdale University." he smiled shaking Alex' hand," Alexander! and these are my kids Max and Mariana, and this is my nephew Iven." he introduced," nice to meet you kids, I guarantee a comfortable stay here, all our students here are well behaved and mannered, we make sure we make them feel comfortable, safe and make it feel more like home." he explained," this place looks isolated." Mariana said looking around," well that's because all our students are in the hall for a meeting which is about to end in ten minutes time, till then Jade will show you to your dorms and when you're completely freshened up and had your rest, you can explore the school." Mr Ken smiled, Alex gave Mariana a warm hug and rubbed Max' hair seeing goodbye to them and Iven before leaving, Mariana was escorted to her dorm, the room was huge and was ancient decorated, the walls were covered in brown flower like material it had a brown wooden ceiling and floor, dark blue curtains and had two beds on each side which were beautiful and comfortable, the bed to the other side had dark pitch blankets, light and dark pitch pillows, a pitch bedside tables with books on them and a pitch light stand, Mariana couldn't help but wonder that this roommate of hers is really into pitch and colorful things," hope she's not annoying, cause I really like my space." Mariana hoped with a sigh putting her bags next to her bed, she took off her clothes and headed to the bathroom to freshen up, after a few minutes two ladies walked into the room," looks like you have a new roomy Rosa, wish I could wait here and meet her but I have a math quiz in ten minutes." her friend said and left, Rosa was a young pretty lady she had short blond hair that reached her upper shoulders, she had bright brown eyes and a smooth skin, she wore a black T-shirt and black jeans with white sneakers, Rosa sat on her bed feeling anxious and excited to have a roommate, she wondered how she's like or if she's sweet and kind and innocent. after a few minutes the door to the bathroom opened and Mariana walked out wrapped in a small white towel, when Rosa saw who it was her jaw dropped in astonishment, not only will she be sharing a room with a princess but a Vampire as well, Rosa admired Mariana's beauty, she didn't know what to say or do, after a lot of hesitation and anxiety she decided to speak," Uh hey - hello." Mariana turned around and saw a young lady sitting on the bed and immediately knew it was her roommate," Hi..." Mariana greeted back," I'm Rosary but you can call me Rosa." she smiled slightly," Mariana." she introduced," you're the vampire princess?" Rosa asked even though she knew exactly what Mariana was, Mariana gave her a nod, taking out a purple short dress and wore it, she hated her clothes, this wasn't her, Lara was the one who packed her bags and she only packed dresses short and long, Mariana didn't like wearing like a royal it wasn't her taste," I need to go shopping." she murmured to herself helplessly, Rosa giggled upon hearing her shallow complain and spoke," we are allowed to go to the city which is a mile away from here on weekends, if you want to go shopping I'll be glad to tug along, that's if you're okay with me tugging along." Rosa said, Mariana thought about it for a while before nodding her head," sure." she agreed," my history class starts at 1pm, if you want I can show you around the school." Rosa offered, Mariana nodded, Rosa showed Mariana around the school and how things work in terms of the rules and timing, at 1pm Rosa and Mariana attended history class, after class they went to the cafeteria to grab lunch, Rosa grabbed a chocolate milkshake and a piece of blueberry muffins and an apple, Mariana grabbed a pound of blood in a latte cup, the blood that was served in the cafeteria was willing donated by the human villagers to the school for vampires, it was the rules of the country of vampires that all humans who stays in country G should donate their blood at least half a dozen and were provided with anything they asked for by the Royals, Mariana and Rosa sat in a far corner having their lunch in silence, Rosa stared at the cup in Mariana's hand and couldn't help the question from popping out of her mouth," so how does it taste? I mean how does it feel? I'm sorry I shouldn't ask such stupid questions." she then waved her hand in the air as if dismissing the question, Mariana stared at the cup in her hand before looking back at Rosa," it's good I guess, we don't drink it for pleasure or for the fun of it or because it tastes good, we drink it to avoid going on a rampage, it keeps us in control of our sanity but again I guess it does taste good in a way." Mariana gave a slight smile, Rosa nodded knowingly being amazed by it all," I don't like being being in crowded places for a long time, I'll be in my room." Mariana said standing up about to leave when she bumped into a tall figure and blood spelt all over the young man's black leather jacket which made Mariana's eyes widen in shock," you ghat to be kidding me." the man said under his breath looking at his ruined jacket, Mariana brought out her white handcaffe about to wipe his jacket when the man grabbed her wrist and stared at her face with a disapproving expression, Mariana stared back at him and saw that he was also a vampire, he was tall very good looking and had a pale fair skin, he had short dark hair and hazel eyes with slightly red lips, Mariana felt her heart like it was being pulled out of her chest not from fear but something different, something she didn't quite understand," are you blind huh? why don't you say something, cat got your tongue?" he asked with a frown, Rosa couldn't stand it anymore, she knew exactly who this boy was and how other students didn't dare mess with him even his own kind respected him, even though she was just a weak ordinary human she still felt the need to help Mariana even though she thought it was useless because Mariana was also a vampire, taking a deep brave breath she approached them," please let her go, it was an accident, she didn't see you there and it's her first day here, please don't make it hard for her." Rosa spoke out but the man did not even throw a glance or pay any attention to Rosa, his eyes were still glued to Mariana's face, his grip around her wrist tightened which made Mariana wince a little," you're hurting me, let go." Mariana finally spoke out, her voice was not loud or hesitant, it was calm and firm," how courageous, you bumped into me yet you sound like it's not your fault nor do you sound sorry." he raised a brow," I offered to help, but you stopped me by grabbing my wrist, what do you expect, an apology?" Mariana raised a questioning brow, the man's hold tightened once more, Mariana felt blood being stuck on the same spot but her face remained calm and still, the air in the cafeteria began to change, it felt chilly and weird, Rosa began to panic that if nothing will be done a fight was surely to happen, she only prayed for a miracle to stop what ever was going on there, after a long staring contest a voice spoke from the entrance door," tsk, touching my woman like that really upsets me." Iven said leaning on the wall with his hands in his pockets, all heads turned to his side including the man holding Mariana's wrist," any problem here?" Iven added looking at the man," your girlfriend huh, well your little girl friend here spelt blood all over my jacket, I was just about to punish her for that." he said his eyes still glued on her face, iven smirked with an amused expression," I'm afraid it's not possible, let go of her wrist...now." iven commanded with authority in his voice, the young man finally left Mariana's eyes to look at Iven with disapproving eyes," what if I do not want to let her go? what will you do about it?" he asked a sly smirk making it's way to his beautiful face, Iven frowned grabbing the man's wrist which held Mariana's wrist, the atmosphere in the cafeteria felt cold and dangerous, Rosa was hoping for a Angel to help stop a fight from breaking out, instead a charming dangerously gorgeous Angel appeared and he didn't seem the type who is ready to talk and settle the matter, placing her hands together she hoped for somebody else to step in and stop what ever was going on," Aham, any problem here? Lucian!" Mr Kan spoke from the entrance, Lucian finally let go of Mariana's wrist, Iven also let go of his. Lucian turned to Mr Kan with a slight smile that disappeared in a flash," of course not Sir, I was simply getting to know how new guest." he said turning back to Mariana," you and will see each other very soon." he smirked and turned to Leave," are you okay?" iven finally asked when Lucian left," I didn't need your help, I had it under control Iven." Mariana said annoyingly and left, Rosa quickly ran after her, Iven sighed softly putting his hands back in his pockets and left as well.