Chapter One

Chris found himself in an ancient cemetery. An eerie mist crept along the ground and it was extremely dark. Leaves crunched under his feet as he walked along, not knowing why he was there or what he was to do. Then suddenly the ground began to tremble and quake. Tombstones began crumbling and open coffins erupted out of the ground. There were moaning and shrieks filling the air. óOh my God!ô thought Chris. He blindly turned to run and fell face first into a newly dug grave. He looked up and saw the tombstone had his name scrawled in blood across it. óOh shit!ô Chris clawed and climbed his way out and fell next to an erupted grave. Horror showed on his face as he stared into the decaying face of Viviana. Maggots were crawling from the holes where her eyes should have been and an inhuman howling escaped her lips.

óYou killed me!ô she screamed. óWhy Christopher? Why? Why did you kill me? Didnòt you love me? I thought you loved me!ô Chris watched frozen in place, an infinite sorrow filling his heart, as tears of blood oozed down Vivianaòs cheeks. óYou killed me! You killed meåô

óAaaaahhhh!ô Chris bolted straight upright in the bed, chest heaving. óOh my God,ô he whispered. óOh Vivianaåô Ever since he became part of their group four months ago, ever since the mind merge Chris had been having nightmares like this. At least three times a month and he either saw Callypso or Viviana. And both vampiressò said the same thing. óWhy Christopher? Why? Didnòt you love me? I thought you loved me!ô

óI do love you,ô he whispered to the empty hotel room, swiping away tears with the back of his hand. óI love you both.ô Knowing he wasnòt going to get anymore sleep (and since it was almost time to get up anyway) Chris Irvine got out of bed and stumbled to the bathroom to get ready to face the day as Chris Jericho.

Chapter two

óRise -n- shine blood suckers! Itòs time to get up!ô yelled Chris. He was pumped for Smack Down! tonight. Tonight was the night they all came out as a group. Tonight they informed the WWF fans that they (Chris, Undertaker, Kane, Viviana, Rock, and Callypso) were now a unit. Working together to overthrow those in power, that being the McMahonòs, Triple H, Kurt and Regal and the Dudleyòs.

óDamn you Chris!ô roared Mark, unwrapping himself from Viviana who was also now awake. óWe still have two hours and a half till we need to be at the arena!ô

óOh please Deadman! You know that if I never came to get your sorry asses out of bed, youòd never show up at the arena at all!ô

óWell, even so Christopher,ô yawned Viviana. óTwo hours?ô

óHey, what can I say? Iòm excited to see the crowds reaction tonight,ô replied Chris a little defensively.

óYeah me too,ô added Glenn without opening his eyes. óBut you still couldòve came a little later. Itòs too fuckinò early for us!ô

óSorry guys,ô said Chris turning his back to them. He was a little hurt at their attitudes. Viviana realized this. She crept out of bed and walked up behind him, wrapping her arms around his waist,

óItòs ok Christopher, really,ô she said resting her chin on his shoulder. óWe were just up kinda late last night and through the morning thatòs all. Iòm not mad at you. Okay?ô

óOkay,ô answered Chris, his body sagging with relief. Then he froze at feeling Vivianaòs lips brush his cheek. He could feel her breasts pressed against his back and knew she was naked. She smelled a little musky and Chris realized that when she said ñup kinda lateò that that meant sex. She laughed at his thoughts and whispered to him,

óRemember what I said about an insatiable need?ô Then giggling Viviana released him and said out loud, óDonòt turn around Chris, or else Glenn and Mark will poke out your eyes!ô while waltzing into the bathroom.

óDead right!ô shouted Glenn getting up to go join her. That left Chris and Mark to stare at each other. An awkward silence ensued. But right as Mark was about to say something, Dwayne and Callypso opened the door and walked in.

óUgh! Doesnòt anybody knock anymore?ô growled Mark finally sitting up.

óSorry big guy,ô laughed Callypso. óBut you know how my baby likes to make an entrance.ô

óNo shit. Well the next time you decide to make an entrance in here without knocking, be prepared to make an exit out the window!ô rumbled Mark.

Dwayne glared at Mark a moment before flashing a disturbing smile and said, óIòll bear that in mind.ô Then sat down in a chair with Callypso in his lap. She grinned at Chris and flashed her eyes before contentedly running her fingers through her Samoan loveròs hair. Sighing, Chris leaned against the wall and closed his eyes, trying hard to keep his mind a blank. He knew for a fact that Dwayne kept his mind open to Chrisò thoughts, making sure Callypso was nowhere among them. It was hard, but eventually Chris learned to keep his mind blank around The Brahma Bull.

Soon, thanks to Callypso an argument began about who was going to announce to the crowd their new status. Mark said it should be him since he had been in the company for eleven years. Dwayne said it should be him since he was a crowd favorite. Callypso said it should be her since she was his escort. Chris said it should be him since it was his idea. As Glenn and Viviana left the bathroom, Glenn said it should be him since heòs normally the silent one anyway. Viviana the voice of reason said they should all contribute to the announcement and ad-lib from there. Everyone agreed and soon left for the arena.

Chapter three

óOk guys, are you ready?ô cried Viviana excitedly. They were all standing behind the curtain ready to walk into the ring. Everyone nodded and Chris whooped. Organ music, Boom! Flash! óKeep rollinò rollinò rollinò rollinò,ô was heard and The Undertaker, Kane and Viviana made their way down the ramp and into the ring. The arena erupted in cheers and catcalls. They stood in the center and watched as the Y2J countdown appeared on the monitor. Then darkness and another Boom! Flash! óBreak the walls DOWN!ô And Jericho appeared in his sliver shirt strutting down the ramp and into the ring. Next the arena was engulfed in blue lights as The Rock and Callypso made their way to the ring.

óWow,ô exclaimed Michael Cole at the announcement table. óWhat are all these superstars and their ladies doing out here, Taz? And at the same time!ô He was really surprised. Their showing up like that was nowhere in the script.

óI donòt know,ô said Taz in his full New York accent. óBut I bet weòre going to find out!ô

Viviana took the mic and said, óLadies and gentlemen, have we got a surprise for you tonight on Smack Down!ô

The crowd cheered and Callypso took the mic and continued, óIòm sure you all are wondering what we are all doing up here together, right? Trust me we only have your best interest at hand when it comes to entertainment. Weòre aware that things have been kinda eff-ed up around here and weòve decided to do something about it!ô

Chris took the mic next, óIòm sure all you Jerichoholics are ready for a change that youòll never eeeeevvverrr forget! Rock, Kane and Undertaker and of course the lovely Callypso and Viviana and me, The Ayatolla of Rock and Rolla, have decided to ban together against the tyranny of The McMahons, Triple H, Those damn Dudleyòs, and Regal!ô

Undertaker took the mic and said, óWe have united and formed our own alliance. And let me tell you right now that loyalty runs deeper here than you can even imagine and we wonòt turn against each other. Tell ñem who we are Kane!ô

Kane took the mic and rasped slowly, óWeå Areå Chaos! The crowd roared with approval and the group now known as Chaos grinned at each other. The celebration was short lived as óNo chance!ô blared throughout the arena as Vinnie Mac and his annoying ass daughter came down the ramp and stepped into the ring. The members of Chaos stepped back and watched with interest at the scene that was about to unfold.

óJust what in the hell do you think youòre doing?ô shouted Vince. He was really pissed. He had no clue as to what was going on.

Rock had taken the mic and held up a hand to stop Vinceòs ranting. óShhhå Just what in the hell do you think youòre doing? You donòt just come up and yell at The Rockòs comrades like that! But let The Rock give an explanation. You see, Vince, every single one of us has had a talk, with your wife, Linda McMahon. The Rock is sure you remember her donòt you?ô

Vince turned red but still stood glaring and Rock continued. óWe all had something to complain about. Like my baby and her sweet friend over there getting screwed out of #1contender shots for the Womenòs title, me and Y2J getting screwed out of the WWF #1 contender title shots and The Brotheròs Of Destruction are tired of getting screwed time and time again out of the Dudleyòs WWF Tag Titles. So as The Rock mentioned earlier we all had a talk with Linda and she had a wonderful idea Vince. ñWhy donòt you all team up?ò she asked. ñWhy donòt you all team up and take over the WWF? I guarantee you wonòt get fired!òô

The audience roared again and Stephanie took Vinceòs mic and began screeching, óNO! You canòt do this! You canòt do this! Weòll have the entire WWF roster on your asses!ô

Undertaker took Rockòs mic and rumbled, óVince if you donòt shut up her damn yappinò Iòm going to chokeslam her lilò ass!ô

Shaking with fury Vince took Stephanieòs hand and hauled ass out of the ring and up the ramp, with the audience going nuts. The members of Chaos silently watched, grinning the whole time.

Chapter four

Later on after Smack Down!

The members of Chaos were in a limo riding back to the hotel talking amongst themselves. They had just had a long and interesting conversation with Vince. Although he was upset about the unknown alliance with Linda he agreed they did have a point. The storylines were crap and he knew it. He was slightly relieved that they had taken matters into their own hands. But Chaos let Vince know that they were serious about what they said. Vince was aware and said only to not let things get too personal and to not let things get out of hand. And now there were on their way back to the hotel to celebrate.

It was around eleven when everyone was finally ready to party. They headed down to a nightclub down the street from the hotel. A few fans came up and gave compliments about the show and soon went on their way. The club was jumpinò! Mark and Glenn were in such a good mood that they both got up to dance with Viviana. And of course Dwayne was out there with Callypso. Chris even found someone to dance with and soon everyone was having fun. After an hour though, the usual hunger pang set in on the vampires.

óIòm hungry babe,ô said Callypso to Dwayne after a particularly fast dance. He nodded and followed the rest of the group outside. Chris was out there already with a couple of fans. Two rather large men and a medium sized woman. Prey. They did this all the time. Chris drew ñem out (really only for Callypso and Vivianaòs benefit) and the vampires attacked. Viviana and Callypso led the attack this time by smashing the two men skulls on the brick wall, while Dwayne snapped the womanòs neck cutting off her shriek of terror. Chris watched in his usual horrified fascination but didnòt turn away like normal.

An urge was rising in him. Something new, strange and terrifying, and so strong that he couldnòt suppress it! When Viviana stood up (first because she was a light eater) with blood smeared and dripping down her chin and onto her neck and chest Chris stared and impulsively licked his lips. A new hunger... Famished... A new hungerå

óWhat a messy eater Viviana,ô said Chris in a voice that was not his own; in a voice that seemed flat, lifeless, and dangerous. Dead. óWaste not, want not, my lovely.ô Chris stepped up to the shocked Viviana till he was face to face with her. And then to her surprise Chris kissed her. His tongue pushed its way into her mouth and swirled over her tongue and every tooth, searching, and tastingå Viviana broke the kiss and started to protest when Chris began licking her. He quickly cleaned her chin and neck of blood with his tongue and swallowed every drop gratefully. And finally Viviana was able to yell,

óChris! What the hell are you doing? What is wrong with you?ô

Chris stepped back mechanically. He looked extremely startled and his eyes were dark and muddy. He gazed at her with question, like he was just now truly seeing her. óWhat are you talking aboutåôAt this time Mark, Glenn, Dwayne and Callypso had also stood up and away from their kill, hearing Vivianaòs cry. Aware of an odd taste in his mouth Chris put a hand to his lips and saw specks of red. óWhat? Did I?ô The realization hit, and Chrisòs eyes rolled back as he dropped to ground retching and gagging. Still confused as hell but concerned, Viviana kneeled down and rubbed Chrisòs back till he stopped vomiting. The other vampires were just as confused and even Dwayne seemed concerned.

At last when his stomach had to be empty, Chris attempted to stand. Observing his weakened state Viviana and Callypso hoisted him up till his arms were over their shoulders and headed toward the limo in silence. Mark, Glenn, and Dwayne stayed behind to dispose of the bodies.

óThat was some weird shit,ô stated Dwayne cleaning his face off. óDid he say he was sick or something?ô

óNo man, and since when does he crave blood?ô asked Glenn, cleaning himself off as well. None of the vampires knew how to answer that. They only knew that Viviana and Callypso were alone in the back of the limo with Chris and if he was going nuts, they were not safeå

Chapter five

Back at the hotel, Callypso and Viviana were particularly worried even though Chris said he was feeling better. So they decided (against the wishes of Mark, Glenn, and Dwayne) to escort him to his room. Once there all three sat on the bed in silence. Chris was still pretty bewildered as to what happened, and so were the two vampiressò. After a few moments Chris finally decided to apologize.

óI am sorry Viviana. Something just came over me! It seemed like I had no control over my own bodyå Shit. I know I canòt explain it and I know I canòt take back what Iòve done, but I want you to know that I would never knowingly hurt you or disrespect you in any way. Same goes for you too Callypso. Iòm just so sorry!ô Chris looked down at his hands.

Viviana turned to face Chris. He looked like the same old Chris. Their Christopher. Her Christopher. Not the scary possessed man that had violated her. Possessed? Could he be possessed? Or maybe just really stressed out? Shit. Whatever it was, Viviana didnòt want to think about it any more.

So instead she chose to pamper him, something she had wanted to do for months now. óCome on Christopher, lets get ready for bed,ô Viviana said quietly, bringing him to his feet. He said nothing, just watched as she pulled the covers back and fluffed the pillows. Callypso also felt the same protective instinct towards Chris.

óHere, lift up your arms.ô He did and she lifted his shirt up and off. When she had him stripped down to his boxers she coaxed him into bed. He looked so tired just then. Vulnerable. And scared? Then she thought to Viviana, óI think we should stay the night. Look at him. He needs us girlfriend.ô Viviana nodded and she and Callypso removed their clothes and found a couple of his old shirts to sleep in. Then they both climbed into bed with him, Callypso on his right and Viviana on his left. Viviana turned out the light, but being a vampire she could still see that Chrisò eyes were wide open and he looked haunted.

óChristopher, baby I forgave you,ô whispered Viviana in his ear. óIòm not mad at you any more, actually I never was. I was just- surprised thatòs all. If you think weòre going to eat you, you can calm down. We care about you sweetie and just wanted to stay with you.ô He still said nothing. Callypso ran her hand up and down his smooth chest and Viviana caressed his face, óDo you want us to leave Christopher? Hmm? We will if you want us to.ô

Chrisò emotions were getting the better of him. He loved the way she said his full name, but it made him so weak. These two women, these two vampires, he loved with every fiber of his being. He couldnòt hold back anymore. He had to say it or burst. óNo, please donòt leave,ô he mumbled. óIòm glad youòre here with me, I need you here with me. And now I have got to tell you both something.ô Viviana and Callypso propped up on their elbows and looked down into his face, questioning with their eyes. God, they were so beautiful! God, this was so hard! Two tears squeezed out the sides of his eyes.

Swallowing past the lump in his throat, Chris closed his eyes and managed to croak, óI love you. I love you Viviana and I love you Callypso. I have for a long time now.ô Chris watched their eyes light up after opening his own, they literally lit up with love and adoration for him, just for him.

óOh Christopher,ô sighed Callypso. She and Viviana lay back down and settled themselves as close to Chris as possible. They whispered over and over again how happy they were and how they loved him too. Chris did the same, whispering adorations in their ears as he held them close. After much light kissing and caressing they all finally fell asleep, none more comfortable than Chris Irvine.

Chapter six

Chris awoke the next morning a quarter to six, pondering over last night in his mind. He smiled. What are the odds that the two women you loved, loved you back? óNot much,ô he thought. Looking down he could see Callypso with her head on his chest and her arm draped across his belly. Viviana was curled up under his left arm.

óThey look so peaceful,ô he thought. óDear God this must be Heaven! Hmmå Theyòre no angels though, the exact opposites in fact. Oh shit, gotta close the blinds!ô

Chris slowly took his arm from around Viviana and carefully pushed Callypso off of him. Doing a forwards roll off the bed he landed right in front of the window. After closing the blinds tight and pulling the heavy curtain closed he turned to see both vampiressò sitting up and watching him.

óGood morning girls,ô intoned Chris warmly, while crawling back in bed. He hugged each of them and sat back against the headboard.

óGood morning to you too!ô replied Viviana and Callypso in unison. When he got within reach Callypso began to play with his hair. She had always wanted to do just that, play with his hair. But he only came around when Dwayne was there and Dwayne would probably kill him. óFuck!ô shouted Callypso suddenly.

óWhat?ô asked Chris.

óDwayne is going to kill us,ô muttered Callypso shaking her head.

óI donòt think heòll be that upset,ô said Chris, taking her hand and kissing it.

óBesides, he knows you love him, doesnòt he?ô asked Viviana. Callypso looked away. óDoesnòt he?ô repeated Viviana.

óNo!ô exploded Callypso. óHeòs never so much as whispered those words to me and I guess I felt I shouldnòt be the first to say them. Heòll never believe me now. I mean you know how he is.ô

Chris wrapped his arms around Callypso trying to comfort her. But he knew as well as she did that Dwayne was just a jealous kind of guy. It would be a hard fact for him to accept that his companion not only loved him but another man; a man that Dwayne couldnòt stand.

óWell sweetie,ô yawned Viviana, closing her eyes. óIf he loves you, heòll get over it. If he doesnòt, fuck him. Just forget about him. He isnòt for you. I mean look at Glenn, Mark and me.ô

óBut Mark and Glenn are friends and were friends before they met you,ô stated Callypso.

óSo? Iòm sure that they know right now how I feel about Chris. As a matter of fact theyòve probably known for a while. And if Dwayne is as smart as he looks, he shouldòve noticed your feelings for him and Chris a long time ago,ô replied Viviana. Then looking at Chris, óSorry baby, didnòt mean to talk over your head like that.ô

Chris just grinned and kissed Vivianaòs forehead. She was dozing off. Callypso yawned and stretched. Laying back down with Chris, they too, closed their eyes and went to sleep.

Chapter seven

Later that nightå

Chris, Callypso and Viviana made their way to Mark and Glennòs hotel room in nervous anticipation. Mark and Glenn werenòt stupid and neither was Dwayne who was already there, waiting for them. Viviana gave Chrisò hand a comforting squeeze before they stepped inside. Mark, Dwayne and Glenn were lounging on the beds watching TV when they entered. Sitting up, Mark cut the TV off and said,

óSo, you ready to tell us what happened?ô

óUmmå No. Weòd rather show you, there are no words to describe this one,ô Viviana muttered slyly. She and Callypso let go of Chrisò hands, walked up to the guys on the bed. There they all stood and formed a circle, holding hands. Memories of last night and this morning flew into the guyòs minds, including the conversation that morning about Dwayne, which Callypso had tried to stop from transferring. When they dropped hands both Callypso and Viviana swayed on their feet nearly collapsing from exhaustion, but Mark caught Viviana and Dwayne caught Callypso.

óIs that what youòve been so worried about lately? Darlinò I think Glenn and I have known since day one, how you felt about him. I guess we figured you wouldnòt catch on,ô chuckled Mark hugging Viviana who sighed with relief.

Glenn smiled taking her from Mark and holding her on his lap, óYeah, but weòre cool with it baby, cause we know you still love us.ô

Viviana sighed once more, before breaking into a fit of giggles. óWell how do we decide where I sleep now?ô she said winking at Chris who winked back.

óWeòll work something out,ô affirmed Mark.

Chris, who had remained silent since they arrived stopped watching Viviana and turned to Dwayne and Callypso. It was obvious they were having a telepathic conversation or rather an argument. Callypso seemed to pleading with Dwayne who just shook his head angrily, baring those perfect white fangs. Suddenly Dwayne shoved Callypso away from him and stormed out. Without thinking Callypso ran out after him.

óThink theyòll be alright?ô asked Chris. He was a little more than worried.

óYeah,ô said Mark. óIòm sure theyòll kiss and make up, among other things.ô Mark smiled when he saw Chris glare at him and Glenn shook his head.

Chapter Eight

It had been a long couple of months. Dwayne and Callypso were still together but the relationship was strained at best. Dwayne was hurt. He loved Callypso so much his chest ached and thought she knew how he felt, but apparently she didnòt. He knew she loved him, just not in what way. Friends? Lovers? Companions for eternity? He didnòt know, but feared the day he asked her she would leave him forever.

As for Chris, his love for Viviana and Callypso grew as the months passed by, but so did his fear. The dreams had returned and with a vengeance! They became more gruesome and more vivid every time he had them, which was pretty much once a week. Yet the ending was always the same, óWhy Chris? Why? Didnòt you love me? I thought you loved me!ô

Chapter Nine

óNoooo!ô Chris shot up out of the bed. It was 5:45 a.m. and he just woke from particularly bad dream. Chest heaving he swung his legs over the side and started to get up but his body jerked back down into a laying position. óWhat theåô Chris again tried to raise from the bed and once again his body refused to obey. Chris struggled to move, his panic rising within him, when he heard a voice.

óYou might as well refrain from struggling Christopher, youòre only going to make this harder on yourself.ô

Chris blinked twice and his eyes flickered around the room. He didnòt see anyone.

óWhoòs there?ô he called. óPlease someone help me.ô Chris listened for a response. Silence. Again he fought to move but was unable to.

óTsk, tsk, tsk. Christopher, you donòt listen very well.ô

óWhere are you?ô

óInside you.ô

óWhat?ô gasped Chris.

óYou heard me human! Iòm in here, inside your mind. You know, Iòve been here for quite a while. Doing what you do. Seeing what you see. Loving whom you love. Waiting to strike. And guess what? The time is now.ô

Just those few words triggered a thought. óErik?!ô Chris was shocked and angry all at once. Viviana had told him about the deranged vampire before and to learn that heòd been harboring the freak inside him for who-knows-how-long made Chris seethe.

Erik chuckled, óWell not as dumb as I thought. Letòs get down to business, shall we? You, my friend, are going to kill your friends and my lovely one. I miss her dearly and thatòs the only way I can see her again.ô

óNo! I would never harm Viviana, ever! I love her and Callypso with all my heart and soul! And Mark, Dwayne and Glenn are my friends, I canòt and wonòt hurt them!ô

Erik sighed, óYou disappoint me Christopher! But no matter, they will die and it will be at your hands. Iòm going to enjoy your pain and theirs. I wish I could say it was too bad you didnòt consent to kill them of your own free will, but itòs not. Just all the more fun for me!ô

At that moment Chris felt his body jerk into a sitting position. He had no control over himself at all. He got up and walked mechanically out the room and into the hall. Erik knew what rooms they were all in and he directed Chris down the hall to Dwayne and Callypsoòs. With one shove the door broke off its hinges and Chris stepped inside.

Dwayne and Callypso started and both sat up.

óWhat in the hell are you doing Irvine?ô shouted Dwayne. Chris said nothing. His eyes were muddy and glazed and he jerkily reached down and picked up a piece of the broken doorframe by his feet. That was when Dwayne realized what was going on and jumped out the bed tackling Chris. His attack was in vain though, because Erik instilled an unbelievable amount of power in Chris. They rolled around on the floor and in one swift movement Chris shoved the piece of wood deep into Dwayneòs chest, piercing his heart. Callypso whoòd been watching in horror, cried out and ran to his side, horrified at the ruby red blood seeping out of his wound. She held his face in her hands and kissed his lips whispering, óI love you, Dwayne. I always have.ô, he gurgled, blood dribbling out the sides of his mouth and whispered, óI love you tooô and was still.

Callypso shook her head violently from side to side. óWhy? Why Chris?ô she shrieked. She was holding her loveòs hand and crying.

Inside Chrisò mind Erik said, óLetòs end her suffering, shall we?ô Chrisò heart filled with dread as he numbly picked up another fragment of the door. Shoving Callypso hard to the floor he sat on her hips and raised the weapon high above his head. Staring into her grief-stricken, fear filled eyes he plunged it into her chest. The scream she emitted was unlike anything Chris had ever heard and as the blood gushed out of her chest and spewed from her mouth Chris felt a part of himself die with her.

Chapter Ten

Chris wanted so badly to cry, to release the anguish bottled up inside, but Erik was still in control of his body. He rose from the floor and walked out into the hallway and down the hall and around the corner to Vivianaòs room that she shared with Mark and Glenn.

Chris could feel Erikòs rising glee as he kicked down the door. Quickly Chris picked up two fragments of the end-table he smashed on his way in and tackled Glenn who just got up. Glenn cursed loudly and tried desperately to fling Chris away from him. Mark got up to help him but was a second to late. Glenn gasped and tried to breathe around the weapon in his chest. Mark howled in fury and yanked Chris off Glenn and began to pound him. Viviana flew to Glennòs side and she rocked him back and forth. His eyes held hers until he died. Viviana cried out, óNo! Glenn! Donòt go!ô but knew he was gone.

On the other side of the room Chris had just overpowered Mark and staked him through the heart as well. Mark howled again, this time in unbearable pain. Viviana ran to him and trembled as she took his hand in hers. It was only a minute and Mark died quickly mouthing the words, óI love you always, forever,ô before his eyes shut. Viviana closed her eyes, trying to calm her racing heart, hoping to choke back the hysterical sobs that threatened to escape. Her men that she loved with every fiber of her being were gone. Chris killed them. He murdered them! Opening her eyes she looked across the room to Glennòs lifeless body, to Markòs in front of her. She couldnòt take it. Hurt and pain and utter despair filled her. Viviana threw her head back and let loose with a blood-curdling scream.

Chapter Eleven

óThat was fun, donòt you think? Itòs a shame she cares for them so much. I think we should help take her mind off of them. What do you say Chris?ô

óOh god,ô thought Chris. óPlease donòt make me do it! Please donòt make me hurt her!ô No dice. Chris stood up (Erik still in control) and hovered over Viviana who was sobbing brokenly. Thick tears of blood ran tracks down her cheeks. When she looked up, Chris could see the fear evident in her eyes. She cried out when he grabbed her by the hair yanking her to her feet. He shoved her down in front of the huge window and got on top of her. Before Viviana knew what was happening her hands were pinned above her head and the t-shirt she was wearing shoved up to her middle.

óChris! Stop! Christopher please donòt!ô cried Viviana. She looked into his face, which was expressionless. Viviana looked away and felt a sharp pain down below as Chris entered her. He forced in and out of her and Viviana refused to watch, too exhausted to fight. Erik however was excited and he made Chris move harder and faster. Now with each thrust Viviana screamed. When he finally came inside her Chris stood and quickly placed his manhood back inside his pants. Viviana turned and looked up at him with an infinite sadness in her eyes. Chris killed Mark and Glenn. And then raped her afterwards. It was like a nightmare come true. But it wasnòt over yet.

Chapter Twelve

óTime for you to come home my lovely one!ô Erik made Chris grab Viviana and yank her to her feet. óOh Viviana, how long has it been since youòve seen the beauty that is the sun?ô thought Erik to Vivianaòs mind. Vivianaòs eyes widened in shock. She knew that voice.

óErik? But how?ô No answer. Suddenly Chris had her arms behind her back and pushed her directly in front of the window. Without warning he threw open the thick curtains and tore down the blinds. Viviana screamed as Erikòs words in her mind took their meaning. The orange light was coming to the sky and the sun peeked up over the buildings, blazing. The light of the sun filled the room and that was when the burning started. Viviana screamed and screamed. It felt as if she were inside a thousand degree oven as her flesh burned and exploded from her bones.

Chris held her against the glass. He could feel her skin flaking off and falling all around him like paper and ashes. Her screams and howls pierced his eardrums. And then, silence. Erik dropped control of Chris and Chris dropped what was left of Viviana and fell to the floor. He stared at the blackened charred corpse that was once the woman he loved. He wanted to die. It was as simple as that.

óSo you wish to die pitiful human? Well I can accommodate!ô Erik took control once again and made Chris open the window. Chris stood on the ledge and looked down into the hotel parking lot. Without making a sound, he hurled himself off.

Chris felt his mind free from Erik as he fell. The air rushing past was whistling in his ears. In the nothingness, the void, the space between himself and death, he filled with quick thoughts of Viviana and Callypso as his body hurtled down 5 stories. And finally it seemed, with a sickening thud and cracking of bones Chris Irvine hit the ground.

chap 13 - 26 We Are Damned Chapter Thirteen

Viviana opened her eyes to find her hands chained together behind her back. She was on a beach, but it wasn’t a nice one. This one was dismal and gray and the atmosphere was extremely depressing. Looking down she realized she was naked, but she wasn’t cold. In fact she was hot! It was stifling on this fucking beach! Glancing around she saw other people gathered at the shore of what was apparently a river, blood red, gruesome and dirty.

"Viviana!" She turned to see who called her name. It was Mark! And Glenn was with him! Viviana couldn’t get to them fast enough. She ran and stumbled in the sand finally reaching them. All of their hands were chained behind their backs so the closest they could come to hugging was just being near each other. Viviana cried softly thanking God that she could see them again. Both men got down on their knees and pressed their cheeks to Viviana’s who kissed them each in turn.

"Oh baby I thought I’d never see you again!" whispered Glenn as he shed a single tear. Viviana kissed it away.

"I know, I know! Oh Glenn I love you so much, and Mark I love you too!"

"Damn that fucker Irvine!" growled Mark. "I knew he wasn’t to be trusted!"

"No Mark, it wasn’t his fault," started Viviana.

"The hell it wasn’t!" yelled Mark standing back up. "That son-of-a-bitch fucking staked me!"

"No! What happened was all Erik’s doing," spat Viviana. "He was inside Chris’ mind, controlling him." Mark pondered that while Glenn looked around as if noticing their surroundings for the first time.

"Does anyone know where we are?" he asked.

A memory of her high school Latin mythology class entered Viviana’s mind as did the sudden realization that crept into Viviana’s face and she gasped in fear. "Oh God, oh God, oh God. We died. We’re dead! This is Hell!"

Mark and Glenn both seemed visibly shaken by this news. "How do you know?" is what their faces asked.

Viviana shook her head and laughed a bitter laugh. "Don’t you get it? We are vampires! Vampires aren’t granted salvation. They are damned. We are damned."

At that moment a flash and a thud was heard a few feet away. Another of the damned had arrived, naked, curled into a ball, hands chained behind his back. It was Chris. They recognized him and hurried over to him. Chris awakened to the sound of people coming toward him and sat up. His face etched in shock as he stared up into the faces of the ones he killed.

"Chris, we know what happened and don’t blame you, even if we’ve all gone to Hell," muttered Glenn. Chris didn’t dare glance around. He was too afraid and too ashamed to even look at Viviana and he avoided her eyes.

A loud bell sounded and everyone was compelled to stand at the banks of the river. Through the dense fog a desolate watercraft appeared. A hooded figure stood at the bow of the boat pushing it along with a staff. All the people gathered into the boat including Viviana, Mark, Glenn and Chris. They huddled together as the monstrous ferryman known as Charon steered them across the River Styx.

Chapter Fourteen

After crossing the river Viviana and Co. tried to follow the masses of people but an unknown force was compelling them to go behind the guardian of the gates of Hell, Cereberus. Behind the huge snarling three-headed demon dog was a door. They passed through it and ended up inside a large empty room that was so hot inside, sweat poured off their bodies in torrents.

"Jeez, what are we doing in here?" huffed Glenn. Mark and Viviana murmured in agreement. Chris stayed silent, eyes to the floor.

"Welcome to Hell," said a voice. In a flash of red light Erik appeared before them. It took all Mark’s restraint to keep from rushing forward. And Viviana turned away stepping behind Glenn, trying to hide her naked body from his sight. No such luck. With a raise of his hand Viviana lifted off the floor and landed right in front of him. Mark and Glenn rushed forward but were stopped and held in place by an invisible force.

Erik laughed at their efforts. Then he turned to Viviana and cupping her chin in his hand he said, "Ahh, my lovely one I’ve missed you so much. But now that I have you here, we will be together forever. You will be by my side for all eternity."

Viviana’s eyes began to well with tears, "But…"

Erik began to chant under his breath and immediately a dozen small, winged creatures appeared and began to descend onto the guys. Their eyes glowed red and saliva dripped from their scaly lips in anticipation of a meal.

"No! Erik please don’t hurt them anymore!" screamed Viviana.

"Well then behave, my dear, and they won’t come to any harm. But anytime you disobey me, they will be punished. Do you understand?"

Viviana sniffled and nodded, "Yes, I understand. But how do I know that you won’t hurt them anyway?"

Erik looked thoughtful and after a moment said, "I will keep them in a dungeon in the bottom of our castle. That way you can visit them and see that they are well taken care of; or at least as well as can be expected here."

Viviana sighed, slumping her shoulders in defeat, "Okay." At that moment the chains that kept her hands bound disappeared. Erik stepped forward, took her hands in his and kissed her. It was long, deep and soft. Viviana willed herself not to respond, knowing that the guys had to be watching. They were. It hurt so much to see. The kiss left Viviana breathless and the heat of the room caused her to faint into Erik’s arms.

Erik grinned in triumph. "See? I told you I would get her back. And I told you I would be back as well." The guys stood in silence not knowing what to say. Erik grinned again, "You know, not to change the subject, but have either of you ever heard the phrase, ‘The idle mind is the playground for the Devil,’" Silence. Erik looked over at Chris whose narrowed eyes locked into his and said, "Guess whose mind was idle? Thanks man." And with that Erik lifted Viviana into his arms and disappeared.

Chapter Fifteen

Note: In this chapter the poem is used without permission from The Inferno by: Dante

, Viviana woke several hours later. She found herself lying across a large bed, wearing a light blue silk robe. Swinging her legs over the side bed she got up and inspected the room, her robe trailing behind her as she walked. It was a nice bedroom complete with a huge bureau, dresser and vanity table. The closet was a walk-in and almost anything you’d want to wear was inside. "Wow!" though Viviana staring at the expensive shoes on the rack. Then she went to the adjoining bathroom. It was huge! The tub could comfortably fit three people and there was a separate shower area.

Exiting the bathroom, Viviana gasped as Erik appeared right in front of her.

"How do you like the accommodations here, my lovely?" asked Erik, lounging against the bedpost.

Viviana didn’t know how to answer that. How do you compliment Hell? So she just said, "It’s alright."

Erik smiled slowly. "I see. You know I really did miss you, and I will always love you." Erik watched Viviana hang her head and felt sure that she was hiding her true feelings from him. "I’m never going to let you go," continued Erik. "So you may as well get that ridiculous thought of running out of your mind." Viviana’s eyes widened and then narrowed. "Viviana, didn’t you read the sign above the gate before you entered Hell?" Viviana shook her head, no. "It said

‘I am the way into the city of woe
I am the way to a forsaken people
I am the way into eternal sorrow
Sacred justice moved my architect
I was raised here by divine omnipotence
Primordial love and ultimate intellect
Only those elements time cannot wear
Were made before me, and beyond time I stand
Abandon all hope ye who enter here’

"So do you understand? You cannot hope. Period. You cannot hope to ever leave me, my love, you are mine for all eternity."

Looking into his eyes Viviana whispered, "I understand."

"Good. Now lovely one, I have a surprise for you, close your eyes."

Viviana did as she was told, when she opened them, standing before her was Callypso. The women stared on at each other in disbelief a moment before hugging fiercely.

Callypso’s lower lip trembled. "I missed you girl!" she said holding Viviana at arms length.

Viviana smiled, "You saw me yesterday!"

"I know but it’s so lonely and frightening here." Both women turned to look at Erik. His arms were folded across his chest and there was smug smile upon his face.

"See Viviana? My only thought is to please you. Feel free to ask for anything. You want it, it’s yours."

Viviana looked at her friend, then back to Erik. "I want to see Mark, Glenn, Chris, and Dwayne."

Erik’s eyes flashed red for a second, his disapproval and distaste obvious. But suddenly he grinned, "Alright my love let’s go. Come Callypso!" Erik scooped Viviana up in his arms and motioned for Callypso to follow. Viviana became nervous as he carried her down the steep, winding staircase.

"Erik, I’m perfectly capable of walking."

He grinned and hugged her to him, "I know, but it seems like ages since I held you last. Besides wouldn't want to wear you out before our night together."

At that statement Viviana felt something hot and sick rise in her throat, but choked it back. When they finally reached the last step, she was relieved, but Erik grabbed her hand and drug her along behind him, Callypso following closely. Scuttling noises could be heard and the girls could spot several pairs of glowing eyes in the gloom. Looking up Viviana saw hanging from the ceiling what seemed to be hundreds of the scaly winged reptiles that had threatened her guys earlier. They stared back knowingly, their eyes bright.

Chapter Sixteen

Glenn and Chris watched Mark as he tirelessly paced their cell, obviously deep in thought.

"This just isn’t right," he mumbled to no one in particular. "We don’t deserve this, Viviana doesn’t deserve this, vampires or not. We did nothing to warrant eternal damnation."

Hearing footsteps approaching halted his pacing and Glenn and Chris rose to see who or what was coming. They frowned at seeing Erik but their features softened as they laid eyes on their mutual love, Viviana and mutual friend, Callypso. Chris’ heart lurched at the sight of the two and he would not meet their eyes. Mark and Glenn on the other hand rushed forward to greet them.

Viviana stared down at Erik’s hand still tightly gripping hers. "Erik, let me go," she whispered. He did and she and Callypso stepped up to the cell. It was heart breaking to see the guys so grimy and sweaty from the heat. The tattered loincloths they wore were barely enough covering at all. And the cell itself was more like a cage with three stone benches, not suitable for resting. Callypso noticed with a pang that Dwayne was not with them. Viviana touched the bars and tears fell from her eyes. She wanted to at least touch them, but the bars were so close together only her fingers would go through.

"Hey little darling," spoke Mark in her mind. "Don’t cry, it’s ok."

"Ok?" Viviana answered back astonished. "How is it ok? Were in Hell!"

"No babe," said Glenn, joining in. "What my dimwitted friend here is trying to say is that we’re ok. I mean we haven’t been beaten or anything like that. It’s just a little bit warm.

" Chris let out a suffering sigh and Callypso and Viviana turned their attention to him.

"Chris?" they thought in unison. For the first time since the ‘incident’ he looked up. He saw the unbridled love in their eyes and knew that they didn’t blame him for anything. They never had.

Together in his mind they spoke, "We still love you Christopher and we know it wasn’t your fault."

The group spoke in silence (with their minds) for a few minutes more while Erik watched. Now Erik wasn’t stupid, he knew what they were doing, but he figured if he had listened in on their silent conversation he would only get pissed and probably destroy one of the five vampires.

Erik stared at Viviana wanting her more and more. He happened to make eye contact with Glenn and smirked at him before announcing, "Come my love, you can visit tomorrow." Erik scooped her up in his arms and hurried down the hall with Callypso following.

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