Chapter 14 (Edited)

Chapter 14

I couldn't believe what I'd just heard, as I stared deeply into Casper's eyes. He loves me! He actually loves me! He didn't speak and nether did I, I was still very aware of my hand in his.

“I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said that, I thought you were asleep.”, he mumbled as he looked at the floor.

He went to release my hand but I held onto his tighter. I knew I couldn't physically hurt him, so I used all my strength and grabbed him as tight as possible.

“Don't go.”, I finally managed to say.

He didn't release my hand and took a seat next to me.

“Why did you say those things?”, I asked him.

“I thought you were sleeping, otherwise I never would have said them.”

“Who not?”, I questioned him.

“Because I didn't know how you'd react.”, he replied honestly.

I didn't know what to say, I've argued with myself for the last few weeks, about the fact that I love him. Although for some reason, I just couldn't bring myself to say those three little words. So instead I just said,

“I like you too.” Great, that made me feel quite stupid. He declares that he loves me, but I'm too chicken to say the words back.

Just then Sapphire came running into the room.

“Casper, you have to come quick! I just received a phone call that father is very sick. We need to leave for England now!”, she said.

“That can't be.”, he whispered.

“What does this mean?”, I asked fearfully.

“If he dies, I take the throne and for that to happen, I have to be married.”, he replied. He soundedvery worried, I don't think I've ever heard him speak like this.

“You'll become king?”, I asked.

“Not unless I'm married.”

I didn't know what else to say, so I stayed silent. While Casper was arranging a flight to England for Sapphire and himself, I walked up to my room and laid on my bed. If Casper's father dies, Casper will have to get married and take the throne. I know he said he loved me, but I can't stand in the way of him taking the throne where he belongs.

Just as I started to nod off, there was a knock at the door.

“Can I come in?”, Casper asked.

“Of course, it's your house after all.”

“Why aren't your bags packed?”, he asked confused.

I looked at him like a complete idiot. Why would I be packing my bags, it's not my father who is sick. No that I could go be with my father anyway, but I still don't see why I need to pack.

“Why would I need to pack?”, I asked.

“You seriously don't think I'd leave you here alone, now do you?”, he asked incredulously.

Honestly I thought he was going to, he didn't tell me to pack. So therefore I didn't assume I was going with them.

“Actually yes, I did think I was staying here. You didn't tell me to pack, so I didn't.”, I replied.

“Well you are going, so hurry up and pack a few things. We will get you more stuff when we get to London.”, he said.

“Okay.”

I ran around the room like a chicken with my head cut off. I was trying to figure out what to pack, because I had no idea what the weather was going to be like in London. I threw some jeans, jumpers, and some shirts into a suitcase Sapphire gave me. I also included some dresses and skirts, along with bras and panties.

I walked towards the stairs with my suitcase in tow. I didn't make it very far when Casper grabbed the suitcase from me, and had it down stairs within a split second.

“Come on, it's time to go.”, Casper said in a rushed tone.

I practically ran down the stairs, and followed them out the door. Then I remembered that I didn't have passport, so I couldn't leave the country.

“I can't go, I don't have a passport.”, I said to the two very impatient Vampires before me.

“It's okay you don't need one, it's a private jet for the royal family.”, Sapphire said.

“I'm not a Vampire or a member of the royal family.”, I said.

“Come one just get in the car, everything will be fine. You're our guest you can fly if we want you to, and with Jasper still out there you go where I go.”, said Casper.

I did as I was told and got into the car. Sapphire sat in the back so I could sit in the front with Casper. We haven't had a chance to talk since I told him I like him as well. That can wait though, all Casper needs to focus on right now is his father. Not my childish reply to his confession of his love for me.

Then I remembered Casper was meant to plant evidence of my death, so my parents wouldn't keep searching for me. I didn't want them to keep trying to find me, because I knew I'd never see them again. So I didn't want them to keep hoping for something that would never happen.

“What about the cabin?”, I asked him.

“It's already been taken care of. By the time we're in London, your parents will think you're dead.”, he replied.

“Okay.”, was all I said.

I took a trip down memory lane, thinking of all the things I've done with my family and friends. Thinking of all the things I'll miss out on. Will Kiara get married, and have kids? Will Aaron finally settle down with just one girl? Will my parents ever be happy again? I want them all to move on with their lives.

Casper drove like a maniac, not once did he sit on the speed limit. We drove into a private entrance at the airport, and pulled the car to a stop. We all climbed out and followed Casper to the plane.

“What about the bags?”, I asked.

“They'll be put on the plane before we leave.”, said Casper.

We walked towards the plane, and I have to admit I was a little scared. I've never been on a plane before. My heart started pounding and I guess Casper could hear, because he grabbed my hand and gave it a reassuring squeeze.

“Everything will be okay.”, he whispered in my ear.

“I know. I've just never been on a plane before, so I'm a little scared.”, I said with a light giggle.

We boarded the plane and took our seats, and it was actually really nice inside. The interior was a pale cream color with black trim, It even had a mini bar and a large plasma screen TV.

“Put your seat belt on, we will be taking off in five minutes.”, said Casper.

Within fifteen minutes we were in the air. The takeoff scared the crap out of me, but Casper grabbed my hand and held it tightly. I knew the flight was going to be a long one, as Casper said it would take about fifteen hours. So I relaxed still holding Casper's hand and drifted off to sleep.

***CASPER'S P.O.V***

I held her hand the entire flight and I could tell that she was still scared, even while she was sleeping. I can't believe the silly girl thought I'd leave her behind, I would never leave her on her own.

We should be landing in about one hour, give or take a few minutes. I really hope father is okay, I love him and don't want anything bad to happen to him. I'm also not ready to step up and be king, I'm not ready for that kind of responsibility.

I also don't want to have to marry somebody else, I want to marry Crystal. It's too soon though to even think of asking her, we haven't even been out on a date yet. When I confessed my love for her, I could tell that she was definitely shocked. I needed to tell her though, even if it was while she was sleeping. I didn't know she would wake to those words.

She said she likes me but that's not the same a loving someone. If father dies, I will be made to marry straight after. I don't want to be forced to marry at all, but if I have to I want it to be Crystal. I don't want anybody but her, I never will never want anyone else.

The pilot announced that we were making our descent, so I went ahead and woke Crystal. She looked so peaceful and I didn't want to wake her, but I had no choice as she needed to put the chair back up.

“Crystal, it's time to land”, I softly told her.

She mumbled some gibberish before finally opening her eyes.

“Hello.”, she said with a sleepy smile.

Gosh she looked and sounded so cute when first waking up.

“Well hello there.”, I replied smiling.

When she sat up she had bed hair going on, or should I say chair hair rather. I couldn't help but let out a small chuckle. She looked at me weird and when I ran my hand through my hair, she mirrored my action.

“Great my hair is a mess.”, she said.

“You look beautiful.”, I said looking at her adoringly.

It was the truth, she'll always look beautiful to me. We got off the plane and headed towards the car that was waiting. Sapphire got in front while Crystal and I climbed into the back.

“I've got to remember to keep a very close eye on some of the Vampires at court, as not all of them have them same diet as us royals.”, I thought to myself.

“We should arrive at court within twenty minutes Prince Casper.”, the driver said.

I didn't answer I just gave a slight nod of my head, letting him know I'd heard him. The car ride was pretty quick and no one spoke at all. I knew Crystal was nervous and scared because I didn't reach for her hand this time, she reached for mine.

I was a little worried about what I'd see when we arrived, and finally got to see father. When we arrived I got out while still holding Crystal's hand and walked into the palace. As we approached father's room, I could tell Crystal was even more nervous.

“Now don't be afraid, father won't hurt you.”, I told her.

“I know, I trust you.”, she said.

I stood at the door and just as I pushed it open, I heard machines beeping. I saw nurses running around all over the place.

“NO, GET OUT!”, screamed one of them.

“No, that is my father!”, I growled at her.

“Oh I'm so sorry Prince, please forgive me.”, she said while curtsying.

“What's going on?”, I asked.

Nobody would say anything and it pissed me off, so I finally lost it.

“WHAT'S GOING ON?!”, I screamed.

Finally one of the nurses said that father's health is very bad right now, and that they just needed some room. They wanted us to exit the room and said they'd call us in shortly.

We did as she asked and walked out of the room, besides I could hear from outside the door anyway. From what I was hearing it didn't sound too good at all, and I kneeled down on the ground with my head in my hands.

“Father's dying.”, I spoke sadly.

That's when I felt Crystal stand in front of me, and pull my head towards her stomach. She held my head pressed tightly against her. It was about an hour later when the nurse walked out.

“I'm sorry sir, but there was nothing we could do.”, and with that she turned and walked away.