Thank you MoMoll, Anna33 and anyone else who has read
Introducing The OppositionThat night, Vlad and Morrigan successfully took Belisama. After all, who was Wogan to fight against two vampires - even if one of them was a coward. They're preparing an army to overthrow the old law but they're taking their time about it, making sure every little detail is worked out before they strike, allowing no room for failure or resistance.
Of course I'm never going to let that happen.
I am Elvira Slayer. Otherwise known as Defender of the Old Law. I am disappointed in Vlad but I couldn't say that I'm surprised. Whenever he sees danger approaching he runs or in this case surrenders. I've always known about the threat to the Old Law, it wasn't supposed to happen for a few hundred years but why shouldn't we get it out of the way? A toddler, a coward and a lunatic pose no threat to Elvira the Great. Let the battle begin, I say.
My suspicions were aroused yesterday morning, Morrigan strolled out of her apartment block, in broad daylight carrying her daughter. Despite public opinion, we're not completely defenseless against the sun so I thought maybe she was taking her daughter to the park or the library or maybe to the graveyard to talk to gargoyles. I almost feel bad for that little girl. Anyway, after she walked out, there was Vladimir Schlick - an old 'friend' of mine. There'd be no reason for him to be anywhere near the Hemlocks, him and Wogan have been sworn enemies for decades.
Sure enough I found a distraught Wogan inside. He told me how Vladimir 'took' his wife and daughter, it took forever to explain that Morrigan left out of her own free will, love is blind. I consider myself VERY lucky that I've never been... in love, after all it's a weakness - not that I have experience of it...
Wogan. Wogan! Will you listen to me? I'll help get your daughter back. Vlad has gone too far this time, he's too much of a coward to start a war, he'll tremble at the very thought.
That man needs to get a grip. I wouldn't be helping if I didn't think I could use him later on, after all I'm going to want some sort of repayment. The best part is it's so easy to frighten Vladimir, he'll hand over the girl without a second thought.
Elvira, I can assure you, Wogan has been feeding you a sob story, I wouldn't kidnap his daughter, what use is she to me?Hmm. Then who's that toddler on the floor?
Oh, that's... my daughter.Get a grip Vlad! I will ruin you, all you have to do is hand over the girl.
You have a temper on you my dear. Allow me to show you the way out; unless you'd prefer the window?How arrogant, such a typical man. More guts than I gave him credit for though, this just confirms what I thought though, he's trying to start a war. Still if he wants to build a team of madmen and oddballs then he can go ahead. I could take them on single-handed but just in case...
Jessica! It's been a while hasn't it? Feel like a quick catch up?
I would rather spend a day in a room full of garlic! How dare you after all that you've done!You do know how to hold a grudge, that was over a hundred years ago. Times are changing Jess.
We had an alliance, we were going to rule the town. I had ambitions and dreams to fulfill!You were young Jessica, neither of us were ready. What if I offered you that same chance?
I'd take it from anyone but you.She spat those words with venom evident in her voice. She wasn't going to forgive and forget unless there was a solid guarantee.
I will offer you power, money and fame. You can either take it or be condemned to an uncertain and dangerous fate.
I watched her expression, all of these things enticed her but she was ruthless and liked to take risks; if she was prepared to then so was I.
I like danger, why would I-You take my offer along with a potent cure elixir. If I fail you then take my powers away but I can assure you that won't happen.
Her face lit up.
Fine. What's first.You have to go and visit Wogan. Explain to him that getting his daughter back won't be so easy and we will need his complete commitment to pull this plan off. Make him pledge his loyalty to our cause, we are the driving forces behind this but we need a few puppets. If he starts to question, turn on the charm that you're famous for.
I, Wogan Hemlock will do yours and Elvira's bidding, gorgeous.
Oh yes, it was ridiculously easy. Bridgeport has no idea what we'll do next.
Brilliant, Jessica. Once we have control you shall have all that you desire.Jessica Talon is an extremely clever and ambitious young vampire who strikes fear into the hearts of Bridgeport's residents. Although, no one is immune to a bit of manipulation. Like I said I don't need puppets but it pays to have someone do the dirty work. If Vladimir wants to start a war then I will be the one to finish it.
