Dracula...

[ShyGoddess]

I roamed the halls restlessly. The train of my satin dress dragged behind me. The royal blue shimmering in the moonlight that streamed through the large stained glass windows. I stopped at one and stared out into the night, wondering when I would be free. When I asked him, he told me when I gave him what he wanted. What is it, I had asked. He had smiled his charming smile and told me that he wanted nothing less than my soul.

I saw the woman I had become staring back at me from the window. My bright blue eyes matching the material of the dress, and my long blond locks piled in curls atop my head. He dressed me as if I were a doll, and sometimes he treated me like one. I wanted him to just end it, but I knew he would not change me until I gave him what he wanted, my life, my love, and most of all my soul.

I headed back the way I had come. It was almost time for the dinner hour, and he would be waiting for me. I shivered as I thought of how he made me feel. I felt a longing for him that I had never felt for anyone, but I wouldn't let myself fall under his spell. He was evil and held a power in his hand I had never even imagined.

I made my way towards the dining chamber, knowing I would have to face Dracula...

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

may i join ..

sorry i know that ooc statements can interupt a story, but is their somehow or are you willing to allow me into the story, i would love to play another dracula...or is it, draculette..YOU KNOW what i mean. if not i understand perfectly. but i believe this is going to be a good thread and would love to join.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

I was finishing my dinner when she came in the room.
I could sense her approach long before she entered the room. The warmth of her body. The beating of her heart. The pulse of her blood.
I didn't acknowledge her presence. Instead, I took my virgin white napkin and wiped the minute trickle of blood that had escaped my lips.
I caught her staring at the dead gypsy girl lying on the table with her tender throat torn out. Her look was disgust, mingled with a touch of fascination. But what came through strongest of all was her envy. The thing she wished for most was my eternal bite, and that was the one thing I continued to deny her.
Suddenly, without warning, the dead gypsy girl sat up and opened her eyes.
"Welcome, Daughter," I said proudly.
I laughed heartily as my guest swooned and fainted.

 

[ShyGoddess]

OOC: Lava, you are more than welcome to join. I think you would be a great addition to this story. Feel free to create your own character.

IC:

I opened my eyes, and he was standing over me, his newest play toy on his arm. I stood up slowly and backed away from the look in his eyes. Lust, power, mystery, so many emotions. "Your dinner is getting cold, my sweet, I think I'll just take a walk in the garden." he turned to leave.

"Please..."

He stopped, "Yes, sweeting?"

I had to swallow down my real request and ask for what was best for me. "Release me."

He sighed softly, the sound floating over me. "I can't do that. I could never let you go. You belong to me."

A silvery tear slid down my cheek. "Please." it was a whispered plee.

"No." He left me standing there, tears running down my face, and yearning in my heart I didn't understand.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

I slept poorly that day. I had a troubling dream. I dreamed of Mina.
In the dream, I found myself standing alone in the main hall, staring into the raging fire and absorbing the savage heat it gave off into my cold, cold flesh. Mina joined me, and her entrance was truly majestic. She was wearing a sinful red silk gown that clung to her curvacious body in a way that would shame any proper Englishwoman. Mina, however, held her lovely head high, rejoicing in her newfound sexuality.
I crossed over to her and swept her up in my arms. I lowered my head to kiss her, but she deliberately turned her face away, offering me instead her pale, perfect neck. Her carotid artery throbbed invitingly. I could feel my fangs extend as my mouth filled with saliva.
It was time. I opened my mouth and prepared to give her life eternal....
That was when she ruthlessly sank her teeth into my throat. Stunned by her action, I was powerless to move. I could feel myself shrinking, shriveling as she fed on my lifeforce. She drank until I was completely drained, and then she coldly dropped me to the hard stome floor.
"But, why, Mina?" I croaked, sounding pathetic to my own ears.She didn't answer. Instead, she threw back her head and laughed.....
I awoke at that precise moment to find poor mad Renfield bending over me.
"It's sundown, Master," he announced.
I arose. Master.
"I am the Master," I said firmly. "Something must be done about Miss Mina Murray. Tonight."

 

[ShyGoddess]

OOC: I had not planned to make this like the movie but that's cool, although I don't intend to make my character Mina, so I will interperate the dream as something from the past.

I came to the dinner table that night, and could feel something was amiss. He looked at me differently. All the old feelings were still there, but now there seemed to be anger as well. I did not look at him, but stared staight ahead.

"Give me your attention, my sweet."

I glanced quickly at him and then away. I could tell he did not appreciate my actions.

"I do have a name, you know. So don't you think you could call me Faith?"

He stared at me for a moment, "I know your name, sweeting. You look very beautiful tonight."

I looked down at the dress he had chosen for me. The dark violet silk clung to me and the front plunged to show my cleavage. It was a dress I never would have chosen, but then, I never got to choose.

"Why do you keep me here?" I asked him for the hundredth time, maybe I would get my answer tonight.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

I stared at her for a long time before answering.
Finally, I said, "You remind me of someone."
I could tell by the way she looked at me that she wanted details. Well, she wouldn't get them from me. Mina was away from me, safe on the other side of the Channel, surrounded by protectors.
Faith, however, was here, warm and oh-so-willing. I rose from my chair.
"Come with me," I commanded, summoning up all my powers. I didn't need them, though. She followed me willingly.

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

gaia

i was wandering through the woods, not fearful at all, just lost. my dagger at my breast and my fangs gently tucked behind my burgundy lips. my burgundy hair flowed behind me in a tangled mess. it has been such a long time since i have eaten. and i can't help but fight the urge to feed. i am half human, but half monster. at least it is what i call it. my healthy and strong 5'11" form comes into a clearing, clad in an animal skin cloak and pants, a cotton shirt, and soft hiking boots, i notice that a slight glow is coming from beyond the trees. I must have taken a wrong turn, maybe it was on purpose, after pursueing that young man. i didnt intend on feeding on him, my instincts took over during our conversation, thank goodness he got away.
behind me i heard a snarl.
i quickly turn, it is a large shaggy looking wolf. i snarl right back. it's eyes glow a warning shade of dark yellow. mine do the same. he leaps for me, i quickly fall backwards, the dumb beast atop of me, and sink my newly found teeth into his furry flesh.
im disguisted at how refreshing this is. i yearn for blood, but it isnt my nature. up until two years ago, when i was a young lady at the age of nineteen, i had been an aprentice to the master mage in town. he tought me the world of controlling the elements. then, he killed him, and he fed off of me, leaving me as dead. i wasnt, and i had a huge curse upon my head. i was driven to living on the outskirts of town, my family thinking me dead, as well as all who cared about me.
so it was just a coincidence, and i didnt even know it was that, when i stumbled through the woods, blood on my hands, and it began to downpour. i found the source of the illuminating light. quickly mumbling a few words, and my hands and the rest of my person was clean, i used the water of the earth to clean me up. i knocked on the door. hopeing that at least they could give me directions as to how to get out of the forest.

 

[ShyGoddess]

I reminded him of someone? That was his reason, his purpose? I held my tears at bay, caught between wanting him and hating him. Our footsteps echoed through the empty castle, and he didn't stop until we reached his chambers. I had never been in there, he had forbade me to go there, and the elegant surroundings did not suprise me. I stood in the middle, not looking at the massive bed on one side of the room. He had stopped at a table and wound a music box, it's haunting melody filling the room. His dark eyes pierced mine.

"Come to me."

I knew I shouldn't have, but something about I saw hidden in his eyes compelled me forward, and I didn't stop until his arms surrounded me. We floated around the room to the melody of the music box, my eyes locked with his. I couldn't look away no matter how hard I tried. I was captured.

I don't know what would have happened if Renfield had not knocked on the door.

"Master, there is someone at the front door."

He looked a little frustrated, but left me standing there in the middle of the room, the music echoing in my ears.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

When I entered the hall, I picked Renfield up by the neck, squeezing just hard enough to cut off the flow of oxygen. "Never disturb me when I am in my chambers, wretch!"
With little effort I flung him across the room. He crashed against the wall, slid down to the floor, and sat there moaning. I dismissed him from my thoughts.
My unwelcome visitor, however, would not receive such tender treatment. Summoning my daughters, I went to answer the door.
My fury turned to puzzlement when I opened the door.
"What are you?" I asked the twisted creature standing before me.

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

gaia

being quite cocky myself, i just look him up and down. "what am i?" not knowing who he is, im annoyed. "im gaia, and i was just wondering how i get out of the woods, and how DARE YOU say what am i!" suddenly a gust of wind flows through the hallway. to prove a point, all the candles and lightsources go out. i wave my hand and they relight. i dont dare show him my fangs unless i need be. i straighten my hair, he looks at me like im a creature. and it flows in crimson waves over my shoulders, my breasts strain against the thin wet material, my dagger there shows itself too. i remove my coat and hold it in my arms, i smile at his reaction at the candles. he is making me nervous, no one makes me nervous, i dont know why. i bite my lower lip so hard i draw blood. well if you can consider what i have blood. a small drop forms on my lips.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

"We're very busy here," I say. I reach out and snap the creature's neck, then toss the corpse into the bushes. My precious wolves would feast well tonight.
When I returned to my chambers, Faith was gone. I threw back my head and let out a howl of frustration. Another night wasted.

[Edited by R Nitelight on 09-30-2000 at 08:08 AM]

 

[R Nitelight]

OOC

I'm sorry I did that, Lava Goddess. I'm not even sure that's acceptable. I thought long and hard before doing it, and even added a post to try to fit you in. It just wasn't working for me. Your character seemed to have wandered in from another thread, and was jarring to the story.
I like this thread. I think it has potential. I also think there is room for more characters to jump in. There's poor mad Renfield, and my Daughters. There are vampire hunters. Faith must have people who love her and are searching for her. If you see an opportunity, jump in.
But if I think your character isn't working, I'll kill you.
I'M DRACULA, DAMMIT!!!!!!!

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

(ooc. it isnt a character from another story, the appearance and name yes. but the other aspects no. and i may have used that candle thing before, but it is just an intro to my character. i understand that you are protective of your thread, i am of mine too, however, i could have worked something out. you gave me the opportunity to make my own character and you did not specify what you wanted. so i made a character that i thought would fit into the story line. i was hoping that it was going to be a long lived thread and my character would go on with it. but apparently not. im a tad frustrated, but im not mad at you. and im sorry that i have interrupted your story with this rather long ooc. i know it can ruin the flow of the story. i dont have any interest in being an already created character. i like to have freedom. just to let you know your hastiness may have frightened off a few potential writers in this story. im sure you have an idea how hard it is to come by for writers sometimes. especially during literotica's downtime. and by the way, my character was a vampire. and therefore immortal. i wont bring her back, but i thought you'd like to know that. and im sorry that i even tried to write in your story. i dont mean that to sound harsh, but you could have given me some insight as to what sort of character you wanted. truelly sorry)

 

[ShyGoddess]

OOC: Well, hmmm, ummm...I have to say, I'm a little perplexed. I thought that LavaGoddess could have added quite a bit to this thread. I have read your work and it is very good and very creative. I, also, don't mean to sound harsh, but I'm a little upset. When I created this thread it was for anyone who wished to join. I am also very protective of this thread. I think it can have a long life, but I think next time you should be a little less hasty to kill anyone. You never know how much more interesting a character who wasn't planned on could make a story. So, Lava if you are still interested, please, please continue to write here, as a different character or the one you already created. That goes for anyone who wishes to join too. I'd like to see this thread go far.

The shy one

 

[ShyGoddess]

I peeked around the corner, looking out the window. The sun was rising, and I was safe for now. He would be sleeping by now, but I had no doubt that Renfield or one of his other minnions that awoke with the rising sun would be prowling about looking for me.

I had sent up a prayer last night to my protector. Had it not been for that interuption I don't know what would have happened. He had put a spell on me last night, and it had nothing to do with what he possessed. I was shocked when I realized I was falling in love with him. I knew at that moment I had to escape, but I didn't know how. The longer I stayed, the more danger I was in. I couldn't give my love to him, for following that he would want my soul.

 

[R Nitelight]

OOC: Dracula Crosses The Line

Again, I apologize for my action. While I do think it was in character, it was a bit hasty, and perhaps a bit lazy on my part.
I've been having trouble picking up the rhythm of this thread. Our posts have been out of step from the beginning. I am Dracula, but I may not be your Dracula. Therefore, I am tendering my resignation. Perhaps someone else will pick up from where I left off, or perhaps it would be better if you started from scratch.
I apologize for bailing out on you, but I think in the long run it is for the best. Good luck in your future adventures.

Best wishes,

R Nitelight

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

I DIDNT MEAN FOR YOU TO RESIGNNNNNNN....sigh......get your blood sucking butt back into the thread, and tell me what character you want me to fill. you are a good dracula and the story just needs some thrills. that is why i picked a new vampire. one to ruffle your feathers. stay in the thread, and you should knwo by now that a thread needs to find its niche, that includes allowing freedom of writing, what would the x-men threads be if we didnt allow people to go out on a limb and be whatever they wanted to be. im not talking about my character in this story, i could realyl care less. i have a half a dozen other threads that are thriving. well, just stay, you are doin a wonderful job, and just let me know when youwant another vampire to join in. and give me some guidlines PLEASE. sorry for the spellin errors. i am in a hurry. god bless, and continue the thread. CAUSE IM ME< AND I SAID SO.

 

[R Nitelight]

Protocol

OOC:I thought this subject needed closer examination, plus I was getting weary of all the OOC'S, so I posted a thread on the general board called Protocol.

 

[LAVA GODDESSS]

sigh

OOC....SOO SORRY BOUT MORE OF THESE
shy, i as a fellow goddess *grins* respect your decisions, i dont want to be hasty and make any rash decisions, i was enjoying my character. it is up to you if i may continue, i would love to. but i dont need nitelight upset or bothered by me. shy, if i need to change my character. what do you suggest? and if i may continue my old character. that is simple, im a vampire, therefore immortal and cant be killed that easily. so........great shygoddess tis up to you. i will be anxiously awaiting your reply
MUCH gratitude.
monique a.k.a. LAVA GODDESSS
p.s. thanks for hte compliment, and you write beautifully, that is why i thought this thread would be interesting

 

[mr spikey]

Renfield

Once again, the master is displeased with me, as I go flying into the wall. Someone was at the door. That was all I was trying to tell him.
He is very upset, I crawl away on the floor getting away from him. At least he is busy with the new guest. The sun would be rising soon and the master would need to sleep.
At least, I would have the day to enjoy some peace and quiet. I would only have to keep an eye on the mistress. She was quite beautiful and the master had made it clear that nothing was to happen to her. She was not allowed to leave, and it was my duty to see that she did not leave.
The morning sun was just above the horizon and I was starving. So I went to the kitchen to make breakfast. The smell usually woke everyone up, except of course for the master. Eggs, bacon and toast today, I think.
I wondered if there would be a guest for breakfast today.

 

[ShyGoddess]

Damn it! I just couldn't seem to shake him. Renfield had been following me around since breakfast, asking if I needed this or that. It was almost as if he could sense I was looking for a way to escape. I had checked every nook and crany and at every turn I had been foiled. I had to find something before the sun set. I suddenly felt like my time had run out.

I headed towards the door, my hand reaching for the knob.

"Where are you going, my sweet?"

I turned to find him at the top of the stairs, watching me.

[Edited by ShyGoddess on 09-30-2000 at 06:11 PM]

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula Returns

OOC: (Wipes tear from eye) It's great to be home.

 

[R Nitelight]

Dracula

"You wouldn't last out there," I said. "Here, you are under my protection. In the village, they'd tear you apart, and then burn the pieces. You are mine now, Faith. Now and forever. Mine."
She crumbled to the floor as the impact of my words hit her. I left her there. She knew where to find me.

 

[ShyGoddess]

I sat there for what seemed like forever. He was right. When he had stolen me away, I had become an outcast. He was all that I had left. Dracula and this big dark castle. I got to my feet, my legs a little shaky, and made the long walk to his chambers. I lifted my hand to knock, but the door opened on its own...