Matthew Maule has seen many horrific things in his five hundred years as one of the most powerful vampires in the world. But even his formidable talents cannot predict the unthinkable acts about to occur within his own home.When the vampire Dickon and his human partner appear in the middle of the night, frightened for their lives, Matthew offers them protection. They carry with them a small Egyptian statue of great value and many secrets. In the morning, Matthew wakes to discover that Dickons human friend has been brutally murdered, the vampire has gone missing, and their statue has been smashed to pieces. Matthew has also made a dangerous new enemy, one who possesses strength even Matthew may be no match for.he statue is no ordinary artifact, but one of six replicas. One contains a gem in the center, a stone of unimaginable magical power that could spell the end of humanity if it falls into the wrong hands.ow, Matthew must trek cross country, trying to unravel a millenia-old mystery in order to prepare himself for a final showdown against the evil stalking him at every turn.

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Posted by Vladimir Wed, 03/21/2007 - 21:03

 

Chapter 24: A round for the House

*smiles wide to see the Inn's only non-edible bartender*

"DeadEnd! As I live and breathe *snicker* I mean as I unlive and Bleed!:)How are you! It's so nice to see your face in the place"

*she sips slowly on the drink Demon's brought her then eyes get wide*

"Hey DE....grab up a round for Ven and Demon and yourself...lets have a toast...to being home!

I'm sure I can think of something eloquent to say..*coughs* Well, maybe not that eloquent:)"

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Madness

Death to the wicked, I declare
Peace to the restless whom I scare
Kill for spite;
What an appetite
For destruction it is that I have
Listening for my scream
Seeing my delight
Madness in my eyes
Sparkles very bright
Searing heat seizes me;
Chilling coldness grips
My body rebels that which is given
For now I cannot see
Laughing just for spite
Crying out with all my might
Pleading with the lion;
The Unicorn roars into the night
Stars sparkle and shine
I am losing my mind

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Burial Matters

How can you protect your friends and family from vampirism? What steps can you take to ensure that when their corpse goes in the ground, it stays there? Here are a few ideas, gathered from folk mythology, that have helped in the past.

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Mirrors

I have tried again and again to be happy,
And stay in this world of yours,
Not playing by my own rules,
But by yours,
Contained in self indulgence,
And behind heavy curtains I hinde behind a mask,
Known for it's intensity and madness,
Should I be amazing today?
Or that psychotic bitch that lurks behind every dark corner of your mind?
How about the happy liar, who smirks at your every distateful comment?
How about another day?
Can I be myself today?
Alone, staying here watching the world go by,

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Vamps Gather For Mr and Mrs Dracula Contest

January 23, 2003 - Vampire fans are gathering in Germany in the hope of being voted Mr and Mrs Dracula. The competition is part of the annual three-day Vampire Congress, held in Fernwald forest, Hessen.

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