Vampires And Witches - Kayla Trautman (bookreader TXT) 📗

him on the way up.

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When I woke up I was alone. Ella was probably awake and he was feeding her. I got up and got dressed. Then I went into Ella’s room. It was empty. I went downstairs and found a note on the couch. I picked it up and it read:

‘Ariel. When you wake up you will realize that you’re alone in the house. And that it is later in the day than you expected. I have your husband and your daughter. But before I took them I gave you some Anesthesia to keep you asleep. Just relax. - William Shades’

I gasped and started to breathe heavy. What? He took Keith and Ella! I turned and started running home with the paper in hand. The sun was setting. What? How long was I out? I’d find out when I got there.

When I ran through the door I stopped and leaned on my knees breathing heavily. Diana was the only one in the room. She came over and stood me up, “Ariel. What’s wrong?” “He took them!” I cried. She pulled me over to the couch and sat me down, “Ariel. Take a breather. I can’t understand what you’re saying.” I gave her the paper and she read it.

“Mom! Dad! Get down here now!” They came downstairs. “What is it? What’s wrong with Ariel?” Hilary asked. Diana answered, “She ran here all the way from her place.” “What? Where’s Keith?” David asked. Diana gave him the note, “William kidnapped them.”


Hilary said, “Diana. Stay here with Ariel. We’re gonna go find them.” She nodded and they left. Diana went into the kitchen and came back out with a cup of water. She handed it to me, “Here. Drink it slowly.” I took it and sipped it. I cried, “It’s all my fault. He wanted me not them.” Diana sat next to me and hugged me, “No it’s not. It’s not your fault.”

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It was now midnight. I paced back and forth in the living room. Diana sat on the couch just watching me, “Ariel. Come sit down and relax.” I shook my head, “I can’t relax. My husband and daughter are missing. And Hilary and David have been out there for hours now. What if he gets them too?” “Ariel!” She yelled. I stopped and looked at her. I guess she didn’t really have my attention. “Go upstairs and lay down.” She said. I sighed and that’s when the door opened.

Ella came running in crying, “Mommy!” I picked her up and hugged her. But she wasn’t alone. William was standing there, “Little brat. She got out of my arms.” I yelled, “Where’s Keith?! What did you do to him?!” He smiled, “He’s fine. And so is mom and dad. They’ll be fine.” He snapped his fingers and three men came in. They grabbed Diana. I yelled, “No! Leave her alone!” They tied her up. I tried to use my powers with a wave of my hand but they didn’t move. What was wrong with my powers? William laughed, “With Cole here you can’t use your powers.”

I asked, “Why are you doing this?” He replied, “Because they’re always getting in the way when I try to kill you. So. I’m gonna hold on to them and tomorrow at eight meet me at Widow’s Cliff. If you don’t I will torture them forever until you do.” I shook my head and held Ella close to me, “No. Don’t hurt them.” Diana said, “Don’t worry Ariel. Just stay here and protect Ella.” William sighed, “We’ll see you tomorrow night. Until then.” Then they left.

I sat down on the couch and held Ella close to me crying, “Are you okay, baby? Did they hurt you?” She cried, “No. Mommy. They got daddy, grandma, grandpa, and now Aunt Diana.” I nodded, “I know. I’m gonna get them back baby. I promise. Are you hungry?” She nodded. I stood and carried her out into the kitchen. I sat her down at the table. I got the blood out of the fridge and poured it into a cup. I sat down next to her and gave it to her. She sighed, “Thank you.” Then she drank it. I wiped the tears from her face and mine.

After she was done I took her hand and led her into the living room. I sat down and she sat next to me. I turned sideways to look at her and layed my arm on the back of the couch, “Ella. I have to talk to you.” She looked up at me, “What is it?” I said, “This is going to be our last night together. Tomorrow I have to ask Mike to baby-sit you. I’m going to go and get daddy and them back.”


“Meaning you’re gonna sacrifice yourself to save them?” She interrupted. I sighed and nodded, “Yeah. There’s no other way. And I want you to know that I love you with all my heart. You and daddy are my world. You’re the best thing that happened to me. You know that, right?” She nodded and looked down. I pulled her into my arms and hugged her, “I wouldn’t be leaving you if there were another way. But I’m gonna keep you and daddy and the rest of them safe. I promise.”

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The next morning when Ella woke up I got her breakfast and packed a few of her things. Then I sat down and watched TV with her. She watched TV. I watched her. She was so sad. I played with her hair as she watched TV. I was so tired. I stayed up all night just sitting by her bed watching her sleep. Now it was only four. I sighed and she looked up at me. I smiled to hide the pain.

Ella climbed into my lap and just layed against me, “I don’t want you to go mommy.” I wrapped my arms around her and kissed the top of her head, “I know baby. I don’t want to leave you either. But I have to. I’m sorry. I’ll be watching over you. And I won’t be mad at you if you get mad at me for leaving. I’ll never be disappointed in you. No matter what you do. I’ll always be proud of you. Nothing you do could let me down. I love you.” She whispered, “I love you too.”

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It was seven thirty. I was running late. I didn’t wanna let her go. But I gave her the book bag and she put it on. I got in the car and drove off. She sat in the passenger seat being quiet. I said, “Ella. When we get to Mike’s you have to act like a one year old okay? And he’s going to make you thirsty. But you can’t bite him. And when they give you something to eat or drink you have to take it. Can you do that for me?” She just nodded. I reached over and ran the back of my fingers down the side of her face, “It’s going to be okay, sweetie. Daddy will be with you real soon. I promise.” She said, “But you won’t be.” I sighed, “I know. It hurts me too. But it’s what has to be done.” She turned her head and looked out the window. I went to pull her over to me but she moved away from my touch. I sighed and just continued to drive.

When we got to Mike’s I got out and carried her up to the house. I knocked on the door and waited. The door opened and Mike smiled, “Hey. How are you?” I smiled back, “Okay. Could you watch her for me? I need to go do something.” He nodded, “Sure. Is there anything I should know?” I replied, “She likes the show sponge bob and she can be quite independent when she wants to. No soda after ten. Otherwise she’ll never get to sleep. She doesn’t have a bed time. I usually just let her fall asleep whenever unless I’m going to bed. She has toys and clothes in her bag.” Mike nodded, “Alright. What time will you be picking her up?” I sighed, “Um. Keith will be picking her up. Either later on tonight or some time tomorrow. Thanks Mike.” I squatted and hugged Ella, “I love you. Remember what I said.” She nodded and kissed my cheek. I stood and she backed up. Mike took her hand and led her inside. I turned and ran back to the car. If I didn’t leave now I wouldn’t be able to.
Chapter 19: Vampires and Witches

I drove quickly to Widow’s Cliff. It was eight now. I wouldn’t get there until eight thirty. I hope I’m not too late. What if he tortures them while I’m on my way because I’m late? What if they’re not there and I have to search for them while they get tortured because I’m late? Oh my god. I was breathing faster and I was panicking.

Once I got there I parked the car and practically jumped out of the car. I didn’t bother to turn the car engine off. Keith, Diana, Hilary, and David were all tied up to a tree with two vampires standing beside them. Keith was the only one not gagged. William was standing there smiling at me, “Thought you would never come. Why are you late? And where’s Ella?” I replied, “She’s safe. And that’s why I’m late. I had to make sure that she was somewhere safe.” I looked over at Keith and sighed. His face was agonized. I looked back over at William, “I’m here now let them go.” He shook his head, “Not until after I kill you.” “No! Don’t touch her!” Keith yelled. I asked, “Can I at least go say goodbye?” He nodded and waved his arm towards Keith, “Go ahead but make it quick.” I nodded and ran over to Keith.

I hugged him tightly. He layed his forehead on my shoulder, “Why did you come here? What did I tell you to do? What about Ella?” I whispered in his ear so that no one else would hear, “She’s with Mike.” I pulled back and kissed him. I felt the tears run down his cheeks as we kissed goodbye. I pulled back and framed his face, “I’m sorry. I couldn’t just let him hurt you and my family. I love you. Take care of Ella.” He said, “I love you too.” I kissed him once more and then ran back to William. Back to my death.

I took a deep breath and sighed, “Come on. Just get it over with.” William came over to me and pushed me back. I went flying across the cliff. He pushed me so hard that I went over the side. I screamed and I could hear Keith yelling. I hit the water but my side also hit the rock. I went deep into the water holding my side. I had no breath left to hold. Water went down my throat and I couldn’t breathe. I closed my eyes and that was it.

“Come on Ariel. It’s not time to die yet.” I heard William say and I felt hands pushing against my chest. That’s when the water came up my throat. I turned my head to the side spitting the water out and choking. He laughed, “Good girl.” Once I got my breath I looked around and saw William kneeling beside me. Keith and them were all tied to the tree and the guards faces looked strained. I just realized the pain in my