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Klaus was just starting to get use to being a fang hunter. Mostly using holy weapons and his physical strength to take down blood breeds and similar threats. His learning curve was going quite smoothly.Except there was one agent he rarely saw. They seemed a little younger than himself, which was concerning as he had only just turned 18 a few months ago. Someone younger than him who worked almost twice as hard felt off to him.Klaus managed to actually corner them once, if only for a second. The scene played over in Klaus's mind.
"Good afternoon." Klaus tried to no scare the smaller person by lowering his voice and shrinking his form, "I've seen you around and thought I'd introduce myself."
The other person turned and backed up on instinct. Klaus wilted a tiny bit jumping to his appearance being what they were backing up from.
"You are really tall." They sounded extremely tired and Klaus attempted not to show his disappointment, "Blood breeds must go running from you huh?"
Klaus stopped for a second, the lightened tone and half smile cluing him on their real intentions. He tried to return the shy smile.
"A couple times perhaps." Klaus rubbed the back of his neck, "Though my name is Klaus von Reinherz. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Klaus offered his hand, yet before the other person could return the gesture and introduce themselves. Their phone went off, calling them to another mission.
Perhaps he should have spoken sooner? Though Klaus was suppose to go on a proper mission with this person. So he should finally get to catch their name. Klaus was a bit embarrassed to do so nearly 8 months after the first attempt.Though a quick call with Steven explained that the agent Klaus had yet to fully meet was currently en route to the hospital for a major injury and would meet him at the agreed upon location closer to their target.Without a name, Klaus couldn't do anything except show up. And seeing the other agent limp up to him, Klaus couldn't help but think they were pushing themselves far too hard. More than that, perhaps the Vatican was pushing them this far?"Don't worry about me Mr. Reinherz." Klaus actually perked up a little that they remembered his name, "I'll be hanging back due to injuries. So, you're basically going in alone.""I'd rather you didn't hang back to far." He attempted to smile a bit, "I'd hate for us to be separated and injured further."When you nodded at him, Klaus felt a bit better. Completely forgetting to catch your name before entering the building. Keeping an eye on you, gauging your limp and being far more on alert simply because of prior injuires.That proved to be his fatal mistake.You tried running after the blood breed gloating over the unconscious man you'd been traveling with. You still hadn't fully recovered from the need of a blood transfusion and sprained ankle. Tripping and falling into the dirt. You had to go to Lucky over this. It was something that couldn't be avoided.Especially since this had been a trap. Just a little more snooping proved that much.
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Dark, darker, yet darker still. The voice that had been plaguing him since he had been trapped in this chamber was trying its best to tempt him. That deep growl as promising power, happiness, and everything Klaus could ever want. All he had to do was drink some blood.
"Go ahead." It purred sinisterly, "Bite the next person you see. Find out how delicious blood can be. Give up on remaining human. It's impossible. Especially since no one is out there looking for you. No one can find you. So succumb to the darkness in your heart."
Klaus could feel his resolve trying to crumble. But he would remain human, even if it killed him. There was nothing that could sway his motives, nothing in the darkness that would hold anything but despair for him.He lost track of how long he'd been here. That last attempt to protect his nameless coworker burned into his mind. And that voice trying desperately to convince him that he had done so in vain. Done so for someone who would never do the same for him."So, you've already fallen so far, haven't you Klaus von Reinherz?"That voice was exterior, and vaguely familiar. Though looking at the older, brown haired man did nothing for Klaus. He didn't recognize this man at all."I could help you stop this curse." He continued, "But you'd have to go through agonizing pain. And the process might kill you."There wasn't a malicious edge to his voice, only his words. Klaus could have sworn he heard a tiny hint of sorrow, or perhaps pity. Regardless, this might be the only chance Klaus could have at remaining human.Klaus couldn't pass out like this, the pain was far too intense. He felt like his lungs might burst from the sheer force of his yelling. His vision was blurry as well, tears of pain and squeezing his eyes shut made everything dark and unfocused. He could barely register the voice yelling in unison with him, nor the one giving instructions.Klaus passed out once Blitz was finished. You couldn't help but feel like this was your fault. If you hadn't been injured at the time, Klaus wouldn't have to go through this now. Sealing the curse away only kept you from turning completely after all. There was no way to completely reverse what's been done.You busied yourself with cooking in the decrypted castle. Well, cooking and fixing something for Klaus to wear. Your sewing wasn't the best, but something so he wouldn't catch a cold at least.You left the lopsided article on a table with a note. But you ran right into Blitz when you exited the room."How is he?""Still sound asleep. His breathing is steady at least."Blitz nodded, "Given how much he was yelling, its surprising his breathing eased up so quickly.""It really isn't." You frowned, "His body relaxed completely. So there wasn't anything hindering him from deep breathing. And that steadies out quickly."Blitz groaned a little. Of course you'd be right, you were the one who went through this before.Klaus woke up to unfamiliar scents and a weird looking piece of clothing. Though the note explained that this had been made from a curtain. So Klaus didn't feel right being too critical of it. Especially since it was likely the handiwork of the man who helped with the emergency...surgery? Klaus didn't know what to call it really.There was however, a strong surge of emotions when Klaus saw you tending to a large cast iron stew pot over a fire. Relief being the forerunner, closely followed by a mix of resentment and jealousy. While Klaus tried to stuff these emotions, he couldn't help but blame you a tiny bit.Then he realized his blame was misplaced. He should be blaming the people who forced you to go on with a dangerous mission while you were injured. And with that, a wild surge of righteous fury erupted in Klaus.Though it also scared him a little. He was use to strong emotions, but never so rapidly. He typically had more control of himself. So what changed? Why were you here to begin with? Wouldn't the Vatican have something else for you to do?But, Klaus's introduction would have to wait a bit longer apparently. The older man caught his attention, calling him from the small wooden table. Klaus sat, turning to keep an eye on you."I didn't get a chance to introduce myself." The man was much louder than Klaus thought he'd be, "I'm Blitz T. Abrams. It's nice to meet you Klaus my boy.""Its nice to meet you as well Mr. Abrams." Klaus shook his hand, "Though, how did you manage to find this place?""Well, [Name] over there had several leads from when you'd been taken nearly ten months ago."Klaus sat up, blinking, "They were the ones to head this?""In a manner of speaking." Blitz smirked a bit, "Guilt is a powerful motivator. And they have a little experience with what you've been through. You could say this isn't their first rodeo."Klaus turned back to where you were, noting how easily you seemed to lift the full pot with the heat proof cloths. Did that mean you were also a partial blood breed? Or had you simply seen the darker side of fang hunting? Klaus couldn't be sure. Though such a personal question wasn't something Klaus felt he should ask over stew.Yet, while trying to sleep, Klaus felt something churning in his mind, and stomach. Fearing that he would throw up all over his coworkers, Klaus got up to find somewhere to let himself be sick.But that wasn't it at all.Klaus found that once he was away from his companions, he wanted nothing but blood. His stomach churned, not from something disagreeing with him, oh no. He wanted something fresh and warm and vital to a living creature.He couldn't stop these thoughts. Sitting with his head in his hands, pressing in on his eyes until he saw multicolored swirls. He had to distract himself somehow, before he did something he would regret.His thoughts were disrupted for him, slightly, by your presence. You had sat next to him in the pale moon lit courtyard. Putting a hand over his arm to get his attention. And Klaus was wishing you hadn't.His attention turned with his thoughts. No one would have to know. You were the reason he was like this. It would only be --"The first night is always the worst."Klaus stopped, frozen by such a sudden declaration, "What do you mean?""That dark calling to undo the bindings." You looked up at Klaus, he could see the knowing and tired look in your eyes, "To cross that line and drink from someone. It gets easier for a while. But it will come back, with a vengeance."Klaus's mind had returned mostly to normal, he was far more capable of shoving those thoughts to one side for a moment."What do you mean it will come back with a vengeance?""You'll think you're getting better." Klaus watched as you leaned back on your hands, "Then it'll hit like a train. And then it'll ease up again. It's quite the vicious cycle."Klaus felt suddenly cold in the warm night air, "And how do you know this?"It felt like he already knew the answer, especially once you smirked right at himself."Because I'm a 12th level blood breed myself. Have been since I started as a fang hunter." You looked over at him, the way he looked was so very empathetic you thought he couldn't possibly succumb the way you nearly had so often, "It's why I try keeping busy with working so much."Klaus stopped. Did you really only join because of this? Was that why you were always working? Why you had always been so scarce?"[Name]. Please don't tell me that you've been...?""Since I was about 12." You said, "And ever since I've found the best way to curb the voice is just, staying busy."Klaus couldn't help but wilt a little at that. Being almost forced to work constantly just for a moment's peace."I know you're the more experienced with this phenomenon, " Klaus very slowly rested his hand on your back, "But please, if there's something I can do. Even if it's just listening, don't hesitate to ask."You smiled a little, "I guess that's all we can do."Klaus tilted his head a bit."Lean on each other when times get tough.""Indeed." Klaus nodded, "Whether we can speak face to face or not."
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Klaus knew it had been nearly three or four years since he'd seen you in person. But the two of you had been in constant communication. Both helping the other through dark mindsets and just deepening the developing friendship.So naturally Klaus was beyond giddy to learn you had been stationed in America by the Vatican. Of course you'd mentioned that you lived there before traveling for work, but Klaus knew you'd be able to accept his invitation to join his agency.His hope was that you would join Libra, given your reputation as a fang hunter as well as your personal connection to Klaus. But was a little prepared to hear you reject the offer. He wouldn't force anything as always.Though he was a bit annoyed to learn you weren't due back for a few days. Oh well, that just gave him more time to set Libra up with Steven and K.K."So this [Name] you're so excited to see," K.K. grinned a little at the oversized man, "Are they a lover? A crush? Childhood friend?""How did those get tamer with every suggestion?" Steven raised an eyebrow at the blonde eye-patched woman.Klaus had to answer before they started fighting again, "They're just a very good friend that happens to be a fang hunter. And they've help me work through a few of my more confusing mentalities."K.K. squealed, she knew this agent by name and could pick them from a crowd. But hearing there was some kind of drama to be had!? Oh she was giddy. Especially with how shy Klausie seemed to look just thinking about this person.Steven was a bit more skeptical of Klaus's intentions being romantic. He knew his friend wouldn't just jump from friend to lover so easily. It would take years, and not years of texts and calls. Though having seen this person's file, even Steven had to admit they would be a good addition to the small organization.Though anyone who didn't know would have thought the two of you were lovers, given the enormous hug Klaus gave you. He was gentle about it, and wanted to apologize. But you pointed out it had been a mutual gesture, so no worries.This had been the first you heard about an America based branch of fang hunters, but it was a necessary branch. Seeing as how there seemed to be a modern shifting. More blood breeds in big cities and following where they could find the most blood without being caught.But even blood breeds weren't perfect at covering their tracks.And Klaus was overjoyed that you agreed to join. He deeply enjoyed talking with you, and that hadn't changed in the slightest. Though he was rather surprised when you entered the office with a small parcel without second thought, Klaus thought his heart would melt. How had you figured this out? Did you have feelings for him?Did you? Was he? Would you even want to date him?The idea excited and confused Klaus. On the one hand, you were a very good person and Klaus knew you would be a good romantic partner. But on the other, he wasn't so sure he actually felt that since it hadn't been more than a month. And after nearly four years, that was hardly enough time to adjust to a good friend's physical presence.And being suddenly invited to a last minute New Year's party wasn't really something Klaus was sure he could use for a good measure of how he truly felt.Of course Klaus wanted to at least attend the party. But he wasn't so sure about what K.K. was telling him. A tradition to kiss someone at midnight really didn't seem like a good idea. And Klaus was worried about being too close to the wrong person.Though, you weren't too concerned one way or another. You didn't think anything would happen at all. Nothing had before anyways.Yet, being near Klaus at the ball drop. You felt it wouldn't hurt, and were thoroughly surprised when Klaus leaned down to kiss you himself.It was an extremely gentle and chaste kiss to be sure. But you weren't entirely sure what it would mean later. You hadn't any idea how you felt about Klaus nor how he might feel about you.After all, a silly little tradition like that wasn't really something that could gauge deep emotions.
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Klaus turned his emotions over and over in his head. How did he really feel about you? How did you feel about him? Should he attempt to talk this out? What would the ramifications be? Would you be open to exploring your emotions on the subject? Or would this drive you away? He didn't want to lose you as a friend, but Klaus knew he needed to say something.It had been five months since the two of you shared a kiss on New Years after all.You really didn't think anything of it. Summing it up to spur of the moment and tradition. Besides, once you were use to having Klaus around instead of having to call or text when you wanted to talk to him, you felt more at ease about leaving it as a really good friendship.So when Klaus approached you nervously, he had your full attention and worry."[Name], there's something I feel I need to talk to you about." Klaus was far more shifty that usual, "I probably should have asked sooner though I didn't want you to think- ah. If you have a moment to talk that is! My apologies."You tilted your head, something had Klaus all worked up, "Sure, I have time. What's on your mind? Is it something fang-related?""Ah- um... No. I just." Klaus was wringing his hands and blushing, was this... was he alright? "I should have brought this up sooner. Yet I didn't want you to get the wrong impression."You didn't want to be rude. But Klaus paused at a really awkward place. Meaning you had to wave your hand in circles in front of yourself to ask him to keep going.Klaus tried swallowing his nerves, "I didn't mean to invade your personal space and kiss you so suddenly at New Years. I would never push you into a situation like that.""That..." You raised one eyebrow at the poor man, "Klaus you don't have to apologize for that. It isn't like it means anything, right?""Ah- well. I've been thinking it over myself. And...I-" Klaus was turning the same shade as his hair before suddenly grabbing both your hands and holding them tenderly between both of you, "I believe I've developed a rather deep love for you [Name]."
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You stood there blinking. You heard Klaus correctly, didn't you? He was in love with you, of all people he liked you..."Uh... I..." You struggled to find the right words, "Please don't take this the wrong way, but... I don't know if I feel the same about you."You somehow managed to look up at Klaus, worried he would be upset at you. It wasn't like he asked a week after, he had waited five months to say anything. But his face was unreadable. Should you...talk more?You cleared your throat, "Um, what I mean is that I don't want to rush into this without knowing how I feel. I just got use to being around you as a friend. I don't want to risk jeopardizing that because I didn't actually feel the same way. You know?"Klaus focused on your eyes. That sound of uneasy and doubtfulness. Yet what he was hearing was exactly how he felt these past months. And Klaus couldn't blame you for wanting to take your time figuring this out."Of course [Name]." He pressed a respectful kiss to your knuckles, "I understand where you're coming from. I don't mind waiting to for you to figure it out for yourself. I sincerely want you to take all the time you may need for this."You felt terrible for rejecting Klaus like that. Even if it wasn't a real rejection. But you hadn't been thinking about that at all. You honestly believed Klaus could do better. That he'd be happier with someone else.Regardless of how similar you two were.And you stewed over that, making sure that what you wanted was Klaus's happiness over your own. Considering the confession on it's own had blind-sided you with an unexpected rush of joy and longing.It didn't even register how long you were making Klaus wait. Not that you thought he'd wait around forever. But before you knew it, it was December. And you barely had an answer.What was he going to think? Had he already given up on you? He definitely deserved better than you.
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Walking into the office with a small potted plant for Klaus, you were 98% certain you loved him and 132% certain he had better options.And completely expecting him to turn you down because of how long it took. Likely already in a relationship with someone else. Not that you could blame him for moving on.However, you barely had a chance to approach his desk and get his attention to set the poinsettia on his desk when something happened.It felt like a bomb going off. And while you only hit your knee against Klaus's desk, the chaos outside was only just beginning. Klaus was up, first instinct to ask if you were okay before moving for the door. Steven wasn't too far behind, nor were you.■■■"17 hours since this fog started ripping this city to hell." Steven was just talking to keep himself calm, "And it doesn't look like the chaos is gonna let up any time soon. Christ"You were a bit more focused on the debris floating around, trying to discern some kind of pattern. And you didn't realize you weren't the only one.Steven had to turn, not that anything caught his eye in particular. Just wanting to see how Klaus was holding up, mostly. His eye also wandered back towards you and you met his curious gaze by spinning a finger pointed skyward. You knew words would fail you. All this was making you sick and you had voiced that long ago.Steven nodded and turned his attention to Klaus again, who was flipping through a tourist guide book."Pretty sure that guide's lost its use. In case you haven't noticed, most of the buildings aren't where they were yesterday.""I'm using it to identify the buildings floating past." Klaus answered, nose still buried in his book, "It's helping me to assess the destruction. That was the GE building we drove beneath earlier."You tried peeking over Klaus's shoulder, but couldn't trust yourself to not hurl into his lap. Either it was the odd gravitational forces, or just second hand vertigo, but you really just needed to keep your mouth shut until this feeling passed."Are you really trying to pinpoint every building we pass?" Steven sounded somewhat annoyed and also... bemused, "You're treating the apocalypse like a tourist trap."You tried holding your stomach in for a minute, "Has there been any kind of pattern to the buildings floating around?"Klaus turned, upset that you were forcing yourself to speak when you looked sick. Like you would throw up any second now."Unfortunately no." Klaus returned to his book, "Not one that any specific area has shown.""We should also be thinking big picture." Steven added, "Suppose the entire world is shrouded in this fog. If that's the case, then what?""I have no idea." Klaus bowed his head with his grave tone.Steven matched his grim tone, "Whatever this is, I'm not sure our monster fighting days have--!"You didn't wait for the jeep to stop, and you couldn't trust yourself to speak much. Just cleanly leapt out of the back seat and hit the ground running.Steven pulled to stop quickly, but your eyes were focused on a point in front of you. And dashed for it without thinking to say anything to your companions."[Name]! What's gotten into you!?" Steven yelled, "You didn't need to jump out like that!"You hit your knee next to a screaming infant, Klaus and Steven running up, not too far behind you. Not like you outstripped them because you were somehow faster.You had tried warming your hands before gently reaching between the swaddling blanket wrapped around the baby girl. Slowly checking for any kind of injury, at first her cries got louder as you made sure it would be okay to lift her."Is she injured?" Klaus had knelt next to you."No, at least, not that I can feel." You turned your eyes to scan for a diaper bag, a stroller, something other than what looked like the infant's mother, "Though it would probably be best if you held her."You stood up, eye catching on a strap not too far off, "Given how cold it is, and that I have been having problems with this...motion sickness?""Of course." Klaus lifted the tiny bundle without a second thought, "Though you shouldn't have leapt from the jeep like that.""We don't have the luxury of worry about ourselves right now." You dug out a decent diaper bag that looked like it belonged to the baby, "There are people who need us to be strong. They're lost, scared, and have absolutely no idea what's going on. We have a little knowledge because we're hunters. So we fight and remain strong. Plain and simple."Klaus couldn't believe how naturally that came from you, but he absolutely adored it. Steven felt like he was now dealing with two of Klaus."So then, our best course of action is to find this infant shelter." Klaus waited for you walk in step, "And gather more information as we go.""Sounds good." Steven sighed, "But what's with the bag?""Might help until we find shelter." You looked at both in turn, "Since we don't know how long that'll be."And like that, the three of you were off again. You had found a pacifier and three bottles of formula, and a couple bottles of water, in the diaper bag. Those absolutely kept the baby girl calm and fed."That appears to be Bradbury General Hospital." Klaus looked up, "Though it would seem that only the central building is left."Steven pulled up within walking distance. The three of you certainly looked odd. The largest man holding a baby and you holding the diaper bag. Though at least you were admitted to the interior. A nurse claimed the baby and diaper bag while Steven explained what he could. Your odd-set motion sickness had followed you inside. And even trying to tell the doctors what was going on didn't help.This was a medical situation they couldn't do anything for since it was literally a condition brought on only a few hours prior. 7 by now, to be exact.
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This was bad. Klaus couldn't believe he'd been so careless. That you ended up in the hospital, even during the event being called The Great Collapse. He was beside himself with worry, he couldn't lose such a good friend over this.The doctor informed him, and the rest of the agents that had bothered showing up, that, "[Full Name] would make a full recovery as they only have a concussion."Klaus breathed a sigh of relief and asked to at least sit with them until they woke. Promising not to disturb them or over burden them with information when they came to.Sitting in the dimming light of the evening, Klaus couldn't help but think you looked somewhat weak. And Klaus didn't like that one bit, not when the incident that brought you here proved how incredibly strong you were, how strong you could be in the face of even the greatest insurmountable stakes. His mind flashed back to what happened just before he blacked out.
While the three of you had been able to seek refuge in the hospital yourselves, at Klaus's insistence, there was something happening outside. Small quaking and gun fire caught everyone's attention.
Exiting into the hall way, a few more able bodied refugees were helping the staff herd the injured into safer areas to hopefully hide from the danger. You, Klaus, and Steven however walked towards the front door. It seemed that sitting for a bit had eased your sick stomach and Klaus couldn't help but wonder if it was simply a horrid case of nerves.
Fighting a blood breed was never easy. And an Elder Class while the city was up in chaos, Klaus couldn't help but think maybe the three of you were in over your heads.
"Just remember [Name]." Steven looked over, "If you need to throw up, do it on the blood breed."
"Very funny." You rolled your eyes, "Maybe you could just freeze it and let me break it over his head? Nothing worse than frozen sick all over you."
Klaus was at least relaxed hearing you joke before a fight. It was normal, especially against odds like these. And you seemed far more steady like this. Despite not being able to win against this opponent.
You had been swatted down like a fly, but Klaus couldn't forget about the dog. Trying to urge Steven to take care of it. Reminding him to look for the light and fight for the best outcome, even if its a half step through hell. Though, before Steven could reach the door, a building was falling rapidly over the four of you.
Klaus couldn't get over the fact that you shoved him down and took the brunt of a low wall fragment to the head for your trouble. Even worse was the fact that he wasn't sure how long he'd been passed out. How long had you laid there? Needing medical attention and simply unable t seek it out yourself.Klaus sighed at looked at his hands. He could have pulled you with himself, there had been a fraction of time where latching onto your arm was a possibility. So why hadn't he?He was brought back to reality by your stirring. Soft grunts and groans as you struggled to sit up, head pounding like an anvil. But Klaus was quick to jump to his feet and help you with sitting up. Ensuring that you were comfortable and got a decent drink of water before settling back into the chair and waiting for you to speak.You wanted to tell Klaus now, but would that be to selfish? You barely woke up after helping him, and were scared he would think you only see him as a life saver. But you knew you shoved him down because you cared so deeply about him, trusted him so much. Maybe you could build to it? But you weren't going to hold your breath."So, what happened? How did I get in the hospital?"Klaus was just grateful you were okay, "Something stopped the building from falling completely on top of us. Yet Steven and I passed out. Neither of us are certain for how long though. When we came to, I carried you here. Steven looking up a hospital to take you to."You nodded, "And the city?""It certainly doesn't look like New York anymore. It would seem that the mist we were enveloped in was truly another world." Klaus fidgeted, wanting to grab your hand but not wanting to be too forward, "And there are several beings that aren't human, yet are able to peacefully co-exist with us. And we simply need to wait for a bit until legislations get passed before we understand what the confines of our work would entail."You sighed and leaned back. Head still hurting, and just closing your eyes from the little light there was to be had. It was almost murder to you, but at least that feeling in your stomach didn't seem to be returning."[Name] I must know. Why did you push me out of the way like that?"You bit your lip a little as you opened your eyes, "Well. Because you were in danger. You're a lot taller than I am and I misjudged how low that wall really was."Klaus tilted his head with a tiny frown. Surely that wasn't all of it? He felt like that was what you'd think he wanted to hear. Yet how should he go about coaxing the real answer from you?You felt like wilting under Klaus's steady gaze. Those bewitching green eyes of his seemed to level you, shaking you down to the core. Should you just come clean? Would he know? Did he know already?"Well...that and um..." You couldn't look directly at him to say this, it was far too embarrassing, "Well, I care about you, deeply. And want to see you happy, you know? Able to live a fulfilling life and stuff."Klaus felt like a sudden weight was starting to lift. Were you saying what Klaus thought you were saying?"I... I mean, I do like you. And would like to be with you. But well, after all this time I don't think you'd still be.." You were talking faster and cutting off weirdly, "What I mean to say is that I don't expect you to have. Uh...well, you certainly deserve better, and --!"Klaus cut you off himself. Being very bold and straight forward with a soft kiss. He didn't realize it was that, or that you felt so strongly about the situation at all. He was slow to pull back, revealing both of your deep pink blushes."I've honestly been waiting to hear your answer." Klaus gently cupped your cheek, "Because I meant what I said. I wanted you to take as much time as you needed. So we could both be certain this is what we wanted. And my heart hasn't changed one bit."You felt like melting, he had such a way with words. And you couldn't really think of a better way to tell someone to shut up than with a kiss. At least when it came to romantic confessions.