This wasn't really something I wanted to do...or have to introduce Nova to the life but looked like shit was out of my hands. Nova was quite the whole ride over, making me nervous. He didn't answer my question and he stared at the ring in the box.

Azrael...is everything alright?

Yeah, I'm fine.

I sighed and looked back on the road, seeing the long driveway of the manor.

We're here.

Nova looked up and his eyes widened slightly, You've have got to be kidding me...



I smiled and killed the engine just as Sebastian came out.

Welcome home, young Lord.

He bowed as I stepped around and opened Nova's door, I don't need the title, Sebastian.

Nova got out, his eyes locked on Sebastian's deep red ones.

You must be Master Azrael. Addison had told me so much about you. Not that the young Lord hasn't spoken of you. He's quite fond of you.

I would hope so.

Nova looked back at me and I smiled, taking his hand and following Sebastian into the manor.

Your sister and Master Pryce just landed and Alfred is bringing them home. I already have tea and biscuits waiting in the upstairs parlor in the left wing.

I sighed and almost facepalmed when Sebastian opened the door and the entire staff were lined up from the door to the stairs.

Welcome home, young Lord.

Nova looked over at me and fought back a laugh, And you were worried about my ability to adapt to your lifestyle.

I hate it when they do this. Let's just get upstairs before Micah get's home with Pryce

We took off running up the main stairs and I dragged him down the hall to the right.

He said left wing!

I know but I also know there's a few maids and helping hands that are down there!

We stopped at a painting, panting slightly as I ran my hand along the side. A soft click filled the empty hall and I smiled, opening the painting and pushing Nova down the stone hall.

It goes right into the parlor. There's a lever on the left that opens the fireplace.

Nova smirked and took off, his boots smacking against the damp stone. I followed and wrapped my arms around his waist as he opened the passage. Our laughter was interrupted by a cough from Sebastian.

Are you enjoying yourselves?

Must you even ask, Sebastian?

I kissed the corner of Nova's lips and Sebastian smiled before looking out the window.

I'm sorry, my Lord but your sister has just arrived and I must greet her.

Do as you must, Sebastian.

He bowed and left as I pulled away to walk to the large window.

The staff...they are all vampires, apart of Sebastian's coven. They were giving a home when our clan was first started...if you want to know more about the family, its best to ask him.

I smiled and held out my hand, You never answered my question, Love.