Prologue     Deep  in the forests of a kingdom of old, lies a hidden tribe. The tribe had seperated from the kingdom, as well as the rest of the world. Inside the tribe lives an orphaned boy of sixteen. On his own, he's become self reliant, building his own home and furniture, preparing his own meals with homegrown vegetables and fish caught by the river. Currently, he's assisting the tribe elder by moving around storage...

Year xxxx. Central Tech, the center of surrounding cities. Rain began to pour from the grey; cloud filled sky. Within the confines of the city's tallest building, a mature featured boy had set himself down in a chair, body parts surrounding him. Goggles placed over his eyes; he glides a hand over pale, supple skin. The boy tinkers around with a heart, closing up the chest after becoming satisfied. Small children peer in f...

Treatment Three I can't believe I lost my temper in front of him! What if he thinks I'm childish? Wait, no. That's what I am. A child. Nothing will ever change that right now. I wonder if he would think I'm disgusting if he knew that I was gay? "Nagisa." Aaron calls out to me. "It's time to go back." We spent all day in Akihabara doing what I wanted. I wonder if there's anything he wants to do? We were already in a cab as...

Treatment Two The events after that were really something. My classmates asked me continuously about how the run for cancer went. Their mouths hit the floor when I told how much I earned. "How the hell do you do it?" It was funny when they freaked out. "So, Aaron. Do have any plans after our lectures end?" Not again. This girl, Amane, always tries to ask me out. Each time I've refused her, but she just doesn't get the hin...

PrologueToday my life is about to end. I never thought it would come so quickly. I never once in my life acted selfishly. However, just this once, I wished for both of them to get along. Both are my precious friends. As my first and last wish, I want them to get along because I love them both very much. So, please, Gods. Grant my selfish wish. That is all, Iask for. Treatment OneMost of my life, I've spent in Saint Hope,...

Cast: Nagisa Shion- a 16-year-old boy, diagnosed with leukemia at age 5. He's spent a majority of his years in the hospital. His parents never come to visit him, but he believes they are working hard to pay his hospital bills. During his 16th year, he meets a volunteer who helps raise money for cancer patients. His strength is his calm, straightforward attitude. His weakness is spiders and not being loved by those he care...

Everyone had arrived back at the mansion, followed by the Hunters. Mars walked past the crowd, Alex's lifeless body nestled in his arms. Heading towards an altar in the living room, Mars gently placed the redhead down on the altar. Silently, both parties gathered around the teen, bowing their heads in respect and mourning. Vladimir and Daniel, were in the front row, staring at the dead boy's face. "This boy..is my son?" D...

Chapter 12: Alex’s Final MomentsI opened my tired eyes, only to see myself."You woke up, Alex."I sat up, my thirst for blood beginning to overrun my control."Who are you?"My look alike helped me to my feet. "Can’t you tell?"I looked at the man once more, the painting of my dad appeared in my mind."You’re my-!""Alex. They need your help."He pointed past me into the air. I saw four vampires ripping each other to shreds. Two...

Vampires Lullaby Chapter 11Chapter 11: Countdown to DeathI did as Vladimir told me, scooping Alex into my arms. Vladimir was quite far away, protecting his human relative. I had to find a way to get Alex somewhere safe."Vladimir. Hurry!"I managed to weave a path, Vladimir close behind with Alex’s father."Mars. Over there."Vladimir pointed to a small shack."You’re not going anywhere. My first creation."A man with long brow...

Chapter 10: The Final Trial The man who ordered Alex’s capture approached his loyal servant. A green haired vampire with only one arm and one eye stepped from the shadows. "Seeker, it’s time. Bring the others together and take Vladimir’s precious treasure back to him." The man kneeled. "As you wish, but I thought you needed the red-head?" "It will no longer matter. His role is about to end." Mars and Luka assembled their...

The Winter Solstice became a coming-of-age ceremony for many young men, including myself. The ceremony began as first light of the Solstice reflected off diamond embedded rocks around us. We were forbidden to speak, to see, to indulge in pride until the ending of the upcoming night. I felt my clan mates and friends around me, their presence overwhelming. I was startled when two giant but thin, gentle hands led me away fro...

Chapter 9: PreparationMy hands were bound, my mouth gagged, and my eyes shielded from view. They carried me like a sack of potatoes. I didn’t struggle, only because I knew I was no match. Why is this happening? What could they possibly need from me?"This newborn is actually of value to him?"A gruff voice reverberated through my body. This voice definitely belonged to whoever carried me."Yes, he is. No one is to harm him b...

Vampires Lullaby Chapter 8Chapter 8: KidnappedVladimir and Alex left the white room, locking it away once more. The two joined everyone in the living room."Alex, you're okay! You didn't kill yourself," Starlight threw herself at the unaware teen vampire. Alex hugged her back."I'm sorry for worrying you."Crystal joined in, "I'm glad you're okay."He nodded. Mars got up, "Do I get one too?"Alex stared at Mars for a short whi...

Vampires Lullaby Chapter 7 Ch. 7: Past to the Present Alex looked carefully at the painting once more, slowly and with longing, "Vladimir. I'm sorry." The crimson haired boy walked back to his fathers’ painting, "I said some really screwed up things." Vladimir shook his head, joining Alex in front of the painting, "No, you have known nothing until now." "Yeah, but…" Alex dropped the subject and brought up a new one. "Vlad...

Ch. 6: Memory and Truth Crystal carefully approached the newborn, "Alex? Can we talk?" He didn't answer. She knelt down and embraced him. "I'm not sure what happened. But, it hurts, doesn't it?" Still no answer. Instead, he faced her as his clear, watery tears blended with the snow. She hugged Alex fiercely, as he sobbed relentlessly. (When a vampire cries, it's blood that comes forth. He still can cry clear, salty tears....