Chapter 5: 12 roses

Defiers of Fate: The Lycans, vampires and heroes of the war
Chapter 5: 12 roses
Disclaimer: Hellsing belongs to Kouta Hirano Claire, Famir, Fomor, Azul belongs to me- Karaouq and Brutus belongs to !Untilearthisfree

Deep in the moors of Ireland, in the thick forest, lay a cave filled werewolves. Brutus was their fierce leader, and was an old friend of Alucard. He had helped Alucard fight demons with Integra awhile ago. His brother, Fomor, was killed in that battle, but he had not regretted his decision. Years later, his warriors stayed in this cave, away from humanity. Little did he know that soon, his old friend would return with his friends. Brutus stepped outside into the chilly foggy air, and studied the quiet forest. His breath came out in steamy puffs and he shook his head grateful for his thick fur coat. He had shoulder length fiery red hair, he kept some of it tied back in a ponytail. He had golden eyes and a red furry handlebar mustache that surrounded his broad lips. He wore brown leather pants and hiking boots. Just then, he saw something flicker in the forest. As flash of white what he saw. He sniffed to pick up the scent. Vampires, in his territory. He figured there was more than one, 2 female, and three males. Dark brown fur appeared on his face and he shifted into his wolf form. He followed the stench and tracked them down. He saw one of the females, wearing a red dress, with her blond hair tied up.  He tackled her with his fangs bared.
“Kamijo!, Kamijo! He’s here! Get over here! I found him!” Hizaki shrieked, and she wrestled with the dark brown wolf.
Kamijo jumped down and appeared by both of them. “Brutus! Don’t attack her please. Remember me? An old friend, Kamijo? Remember?” Kamijo called his golden eyes flickering.
Kamijo was wearing a richly embroidered white jacket. A veck neck leather shirt, Around his neck was a black and silver necklace. Black gloves in his hands and spiky neck length silver blonde hair covered his half his face. He wore long black boots and black trousers.
Brutus paused as he tried to attack Hizaki. He shifted back into his human form. “Kamijo? Is that really you? Its been years..I didn’t recognize you right away..what are you doing in Ireland?’ Brutus asked, and he roughly shook Kamijo’s hand.
Kamjo smiled. “Just passing through. In fact,  I figured I would stop by and check on you. I am trying to look for a mansion. I need a bigger one for my roses.” Kamijo replied.
“Well I’m glad you could stop by. How is Japan? I’m sorry for attacking one of your vampires, you know how I am about intruders.” Brutus chuckled.
Kamijo smiled laughing. “Yes, Japan is wonderful. We have so many fans now. I have a band now you know. Quite famous, Versailles. I am the lead singer, the woman you jumped on is the lovely princess, Hizaki. Come here dear, Brutus won’t bite.” Kamijo replied as he guided Hizaki towards the stocky werewolf leader.
She bowed slightly. “Sorry to startle you, Brutus. I am Hizaki, I am a guitarist for Versailles. Kamijo has said much about you. Its a pleasure to meet you.” She smiled and her beautiful brown eyes sparkled.
“Nice to meet you, Hizaki. You indeed look like a princess. It’s alright, I apologize. Kamijo you are free to visit me anytime. I have known Kamijo for a long time.” Brutus rumbled, grinning.
“Teru, Masashi, Jasmine You, Yuki!  Are you done feeding yet? I want you to meet someone.” Kamijo called.
Teru, Masashi and Jasmine you appeared next to Kamijo. “Sorry my lord. We got..distracted.” Teru admitted, his blue eyes flashing in embarrassment.
Teru had silver hair and his bangs were black. He wore a silver and blue outfit the shoulders were pointed and a light blue and white cape flowed down to his ankles. Rings were on his pale fingers and he wore white pants. On the sides were black strips. He wore similar black boots to Kamijo’s.
“Its Alright Teru. Please, Teru, Masashi, Jasmine You , Yuki, meet Brutus. He is the werewolf leader here.” Kamjo replied.
Brutus shook hands with the other vampires. “So Kamijo have you heard from Alucard at all?”
Kamjo shook his head. “No, the King of Vampires hasn't contacted me at all why?”
Brutus shrugged. “Just wondered..I have spoken to him once in awhile..”
“My Lord, the King of Vampires, he was the one that save you right?” Masashi asked. His long black hair covered one half of his face. Stripes of red colored his black hairs and strands of it hung around his ear. His eyes were black and his black eyes shadow lit up his pale face. He wore all black. A red and silver symbol covered his shoulder it an elegant style. His black and red robe hung by his ankles.
“Yes, he is Alucard, Dracula. He also knows Brutus.” Kamijo explained.
“I see, then if I meet him, I will thank him. He saved you, then you met us.” Masashi said humbly, bowing.
“He sounds powerful. I would be an honor to meet him.” Teru agreed, nodding,
“Kamijo,after this..are you soul hunting?” Yuki asked, curious. His black eyes flashed, and his long black hair was tied back. His long bangs were combed forward, with stripes of navy blue in them. He looked like a knight. He wore a navy blue and black jacket, decorated with golden design. He wore a long gray cape, black trousers and black boots like the others.
“Eager to hunt so soon again Yuki?” Jasmine You teased smiling. Her silver eyes sparkled and she wore peacock feather headdress. Her curly brown hair tumbled down to her shoulders.Tons of black feathers sprouted from her shoulders. A red jewel wa in the center of her forehead.She wore black sleeves and a short purple dress. She had long black tights and black boots.
“Well yes, I am the hunter my dear.” He answered, smirking.
“I will let my warriors know you are here.” Brutus replied as he entered back into his cave.
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Alucard, Claire, Seras, Hans and Integra with Walter arrived in Ireland. Alucard led them through the moors and to the forest where Brutus lived. Alucard sensed other vampires around.
“Stay here..I think we have visitors..” Alucard replied as he set Claire down.
“Be careful, Alucard.” Integra murmured.
“I will..stay here.” He turned to leave and left them for a moment.
He tracked the smell of the vampires until saw five of them, outside Brutus’s cave.
Alucard saw Kamijo and smiled. “Kamijo, you're here? Its been so long..” He replied.
“And the king of vampires himself is here. Yes I’m visiting our old friend.” Kamijo explained smiling as he walked up to Alucard.
“Ah you are. I have a favor for Brutus. You can help, with your vampires.” Alucard replied, smirking.
Kamijo’s melodic laughter filled the air. “You needing a favor? Well what could it be Alucard, you know I’ll help you.”
Alucard laughed. “A great war has just ended. The Nazis returned trying to take over Britain again. They made an attempt to make me disappear. We won, but I have to kill my souls in me now, so I don’t dissapear. A cat boy killed himself and fell in the river of blood that I was drinking, and I absorbed his abilities. So..I have a few that will help me..but more won’t hurt.”
Kamijo nodded. “You have many souls to kill..but I would be an honor Alucard. You saved me that day..and gave me a new life.” He smiled, bowing.
“You were my only close friend at the time. I’m glad you’ll help me. It seems you have found you on friends also.” He smiled.
“Yes, I have, meet them. They have great respect for you. You of course are a legend among all vampires.” Kamijo replied.
Hizaki walked up to Alucard and bowed. “Its an honor, I’m Hizaki.Thank you for giving me the chance to met Kamijo.” She blushed slightly and smiled.
“Well, you're welcome Hizaki. Your dress is beautiful.” Alucard smiled. It was red and had ruffles, red roses and white roses around it.
She blushed again. “Thank you.”
Alucard nodded and Teru approached him. “I’m Teru. You’re a rockin legend. This is so cool, finally meeting you. Without Kamijo here, I wouldn’t be here, thanks Alucard. Really, like I owe you one.” Teru replied, shaking Alucard hand grinning.
Alucard laughed amused. “Your welcome. Trust me, this battle won’t let you down.”
Yuki smiled walking up to Alucard. “Greetings, I am Yuki. The great king of vampires. I heard you use a gun, or two guns, so do I. But I’m sure you're a much better shot. Its an honor. I can’t wait to battle with you.”
“Yes, I use two guns. Well, I can give you a few pointers. Well I can’t wait..” He smirked.
Jasmine You was next. “You are the great Alucard. Its an honor. Your darkness..its much more powerful than my black magic. You have lived a long time, I will do what I can to help you.” She smiled, and her pink lips moved gracefully.
“I am honored. Don’t worry, I have lived a long time, and my powers have improved. I just wish I didn’t have to wear this hat.”  Alucard mumbled as the Captain’s hat shifted on his head.
Jasmine You laughed as her laughter sounded like beautiful tinkling bells. “Then why are you wearing it?” She asked, tilting her head.
“Well..that is what is keeping me here actually.” Alucard explained.
She nodded. “Oh I see, but clearly, you want it off.”
“Yes, I do. I should probably get back and tell the others that everything is alright.” Alucard explained, glancing at Kamijo.
Kamijo nodded smiling. “Yes, go ahead, we will wait for Brutus too.”
Alucard chuckled. “I’m sure his warriors are wondering why there are suddenly tons of vampires in this forest.”
‘I’m sure. But he is a good leader.” Kamijo stated.
“Indeed. That he is.” Alucard replied as he returned to his warriors.
Integra glanced at him. “Well?”
Alucard smiled. “They are vampires..but one is an old friend. I knew him long ago. He and is vampires are willing to help us.”
Integra nodded. “Ok, why are they here in Ireland?”
Alucard smiled. “He name is Kamijo. He said that he wanted a bigger mansion for his vampires. He also knows Brutus. Kamijo wanted to stop by and visit, and we showed up.” Alucard explained.
Integra smiled. “Well thats good he wants to help us.”
Alucard nodded. “Yep. Come, I’ll show all of you Kamijo and his vampires. Brutus too.”
Seras, Integra, Claire, Hans, Walter, followed Alucard through the forest.
“Here they are Kamijo.” Alucard replied, grinning.
“This is Integra, my master. I work for the Hellsing organization now.” Alucard explained.
“He is the best we have.” Integra replied, smiling.
Kamijo smiled, amused. “Oh I’m sure. You are human, but I see he is happy. I look forward to battling with you.”
Integra smiled her eyes flashing. “You must be  Kamijo.”
“Yes, I am Kamijo, nice meeting you.” Kamijo replied.
“Yes, same here.” Integra replied, nodding.
“This is Seras, she is a Draculina also. Her familiar is Pip. I used to be her master, but she is free now.” Alucard explained.
The blond haired vampire walked up to Kamijo. “It’s nice to meet you.” The darkness shifted around her and her red eyes glowed.
“Yes, same here. So, you only have one soul in you?” Kamijo asked, curious.
Seras blushed. “Yeah, so far. He is Pip Bernadotte. We are close.”
Kamijo nodded. “Yes, you seem quite young for a vampire, but I have been one a long time. More souls will come later.” He smiled.
She laughed. “Yes, I wasn’t very old when Alucard changed me. Yes, I suppose you're right.”
“Yes, you have all the time in the world now.” Kamijo smiled.
“Hey, over here!” Pip replied, forming out of the darkness. His turquoise eye glimmered. His reddish orange hair was wrapped around his neck. An eyepatch was around one eye,
“Ah you must be Pip.” Kamijo replied, laughing.
“Yep. Now I’m with my little mignonette here.” Pip replied, grinning.
“Pip-can’t you call me Seras?” Seras complained, blushing.
“When I can.” He replied.
“You seem happy with her. I’m glad for you.” Kamijo replied.
“Yeah for all eternity. Which is great.” Pip replied smirking.
“This Walter. He was human, then became a vampire. He died and we thought he was gone. He returned however, as an angel of death.” Alucard explained as Walter walked up to Kamijo.
“I was also a butler for Hellsing.  I always will be. Greetings Kamijo. It will be interesting this battle I think.” He smiled and spread his black wings wide as black feathers flew through the air.
Kamijo nodded, fascinated. “Yes, I think so too. Your wings, are breathtaking.” He replied, smiling.
Walter bowed slightly. “Thank you.”
Hans and Claire walked up last. “I’m Hans. This is my sister Claire.”
“Welcome. Yes..you smell a bit different..you are a werewolf I would guess same for your sister.” Kamijo replied.
Hans nodded. “Yes are are both werewolves.”
Kamijo nodded. “Yes I thought so.”
Claire blushed. “You are..famous aren’t you?. I..really like your band.”
Kamijo smiled as he looked down at her. “Yes, I am. Why thank you, that means a lot. The fans are very important to us.”
Claire laughed. “Yes, I love your music. It’s too bad..you're all going on hiatus..but I will still be a fan of course.”
Kamijo laughed, pleased. “Well I’m glad to hear that you will still support us. The fans are always mean a lot to us.”
“Now let me introduce to my vampires.” Kamijo replied as he introduced Alucard and his companions, Jasmine You, Hizaki, Teru and Yuki, Masashi.
They all introduced themselves. Teru was delighted to meet everyone but especially Claire. He found her adorable.
“So you're Hans sister? You are so cute!” He said laughing. Much to her surprise he suddenly picked her up and spun her around. Hans smiled, laughed. Yuki rolled his eyes and cleared his throat.
“Teru, you’re gonna scare her. Or make her dizzy.” Yuki complained.
Teru set her down and she laughed, her cheeks pink. “Why thank you Teru. I love your hair.”
Teru laughed and smiled at Yuki. “Well she liked it. Quit worrying so much Yuki.”
Yuki snorted. “Yeah, and you need to stop acting so hyper.”
“Whatever Yuki.” Teru replied waving his hand nonchalantly.
“You two stop fighting. We need to help Jasmine You.” Hizaki said coming over to them and Hans, Claire.
“With what?” Teru asked, curious, and him and Yuki followed her.
“We need to get the roses ready.” Hizaki explained.
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Brutus told his warriors that the vampires that had entered his forest were indeed allies.
“I assure all of you, that the vampire leaders, Kamijo and Alucard are old friends of mine.” Brutus said.
“With all respect, my lord, more vampires? After what happened to your brother why should you welcome them? Even if they are allies.” A younger werewolf spoke up, and he had heard the stories of what happened to Brutus’s brother. After all, Fomor was his father.
The young werewolves  name was Famir, who happened to be Brutus’s nephew.  He was only a few moons old, with golden eyes, and short dark brown hair. He was growing it longer, much like his fathers. His father was Fomor, Brutus’s brother.
“I understand you concern Famir. You father was a good warrior, and died like one. His death was not in vain. They ask for our help in fighting Alucard’s souls. A cat boy has infected him, and the cat boy inside of Alucard cannot recognize himself with the countless number of souls. I will only take a few of the finest warriors with me. Rest assured, we are not the only werewolves present. Alucard has two other werewolves with him. We will welcome all of them here, vampire or werewolf or human. These are my orders They are our allies.”
“I understand my lord. Please, let me join you in this battle.” Famir replied, bowing, his golden eyes flashing.
Brutus studied the young werewolf. He was his nephew, the next heir to Fomor’s legacy.
“Famir, I’m honored by your courage. You are too young yet, and have much to learn. This battle should be for more experienced warriors. You time will come.” Brutus replied, nodding.
Famir bowed his head. “But Brutus, I can learn from this battle. It will help me learn to become a better warrior.  I want to be like my father. Please, I won’t let you down.” He pleaded, eying his uncle with respect and eagerness.
Brutus studied him, pleased and interested. He laughed good naturedly. “Alright, I will choose you as the exception. Prove yourself in battle but be careful. A wise werewolf is better than a brave one.”
“Thank my lord, you won’t be let down. I will get ready.” He bowed and ran off to find his things.
Brutus choose  four other of his finest warriors.
“My lord, what exactly are fighting?” One of them spoke up, his name was Azur. He had golden eyes, and his skin was dark brown like the night. His long black hair was bound by a black band. His black ponytail hung down to his waist.
“You will have to ask Alucard that when we come out. I honestly don’t know myself.” Brutus rumbled, nodding.
“I trust you, my lord. No matter what we face.” Azul replied, bowing again.
“Thank you Azul. Now, once Famir returns we will let Alucard know we are ready.”
Famir came running up in his battle tunic on. He braided his hair to keep it out of the way.
“I’m ready, Brutus.” Famir replied, his eyes shining bright with excitement.
“Good, lets go.” Brutus led Famir, Azul and the others ran out of the cave and into the forest.
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Alucard saw that Brutus had finally arrived from the cave. He smiled and walked up to him. “Its been awhile Brutus. You look as good then as you do now.”
Brutus beamed and laughed. “As do you Alucard.” He slapped his arm around Alucard cheerfully and showed Alucard to his warriors.
“This is Alucard. King of the Vampires. The one with the countless souls we must fight.”
“It is an honor, Alucard.” The warriors recited in unison as the saluted him.
“Alucard, what must we face when you souls come? What will we fight?” Azul asked.
Alucard’s red eyes locked on Azul’s. “Many people, undead of course. Bound to me, once they die, they become nothing. Some ride horses others are not fighters, others are.” He explained.
Azul nodded, intrigued. “I see, I suppose we'll find out soon enough.”
“Indeed you will.” Alucard replied nodding.
Kamijo arrived with Jasmine You, Teru, Masashi and Hizaki, Yuki.
“We are also ready Alucard.” Kamijo replied.
Brutus introduced Kamijo to his werewolves also.
“Good, then we will begin.” Alucard answered.
“Wait, we have something for your warriors Alucard.” Jasmine You replied as she carried a large bouquet of roses in her arms.
“Alright, what is it?” Alucard asked, curious.
She smiled. “You will see soon enough.” She walked up to him and Integra and picked one of the roses up and held it up in the air. It was a red rose, blood red with small thorns. She grabbed another rose and twisted the bottom of the stems together. Both roses were intertwined together at the stem now.  Jasmine You held her hand over the roses, and spun it around slowly. A rainbow colored powder fell over the roses, and the air shimmered with sparkles. One of the red roses transformed into a white one.  They glowed in a white light. She walked up to Alucard and Integra and presented the roses to them.
“This is for the both of you. This represents your love for each other. The white one is for you Integra. The red one is Alucard’s. May you always love each other.” She gave it to them and both Alucard and Integra, held the roses, awed and honored.
“This is beautiful, thank you Jasmine You.” Integra replied, as she nodded respectfully.
“Did you use magic for this? “ Alucard asked, as he traced his fingers around the red petals.
Jasmine You nodded. “Yes, I did. In a way, its a blessing. Kamijo and his vampires believe in eternal love, and we wanted to honor all of you.” She explained. Her eyes flashed from silver to green.
“That's fascinating. Kamijo taught you well. Thank you.” Alucard smiled.
“Your welcome, King of Vampires.” She replied. Jasmine You walked over to Seras next.
The werewolves watched on one side, curious. Across from them Kamijo and the rest of his vampires stood patiently waiting.
“One are the Draculina with a good heart. You have a strong bond with your fellow warriors. Can you summon the souls inside of you? Wake him up.” Jasmine You asked, and she pulled two roses out again and tied them together.
“Ok, I will.” Seras replied, surprised as out of the darkness of her arm, Pip appeared. His unique turquoise eyes widened when he saw Jasmine You.
“I must have missed something. Is she..a vampire?” Pip asked Seras as he tore the cigarette out of his mouth. he started coughing.
“Yes, she is. She uses magic and her name is Jasmine You. She is with an old friend of Alucard’s. They are going to help us.” Seras explained.
“Yes, she is right, captain Pip Bernadotte. These roses represent both of you.” Jasmine You  swirled her hand around and both roses changed colors. One changed to yellow. The other turned into the color of Pip’s eyes, turquoise blue.
“Whoa, how did she..?” Pip gasped, staring at the two roses in amazement.
“Magic, Pip.” Seras, answered, giggling.
“Oh right, you said that.” He laughed blushing and gave her a sheepish look.
“Pip, you sacrificed your life for Seras. Your love with always be with her. You are now with her forever. Both of you are a beautiful example of eternal love. You are the second couple that is a human with a vampire. I must say, I’ve never seen this before, in all my years. I am greatly pleased to know that love exists in all different forms.” Jasmine You replied as her green eyes shined with joy. She handed the roses to them, and both Pip and Seras held on to it.
“Thank you, Jasmine You.” Seras replied, honored.
“Thanks, this is awesome.” Pip chimed in.
“Your Welcome.” Jasmine You replied, smiling. She waked up to Walter, and he was in his younger form, with his black wings folded against his back.
“Walter, once a human, spared by the God of the Angels of Death Thanatos. You are now an Angel of Death. That was your nickname, and now is what you are. May you use powers for the Angel of death you now serve, as well as Hellsing. Your powers of your wires and powers of death should be used for good, I feel that you will. You were reborn as a nice person, and left your dark past behind you. I see a shining future for you.” She picked up a rose, a spun her hand around it, The red rose turned pitch black. She handed it out to him. He bowed to her, and took the rose.
“I’m glad you believe in me. Besides being a vampire, what are you?” Walter asked, his eyes flashing with interest
She laughed. “I am somewhat like an oracle/ I have the ability to see the future. and have dreams and visions. I am also a mage warrior, and I use black magic. More of a black mage. “ Jasmine You explained, smiling.
“Thank you, my lady. I’m honored to have known you.” Walter replied, smiling.
“Your are most welcome. You are a gentleman at heart.” Jasmine You murmured.
“Of course. I am also an Englishman, and Hellsing’s butler. But thanks, I try to be.” Walter replied, chuckling.
“Don’t forget that.” Jasmine You reminded him, walking away. He smiled watching her.
“Claire Gunsche. Sister to Hans a werewolf that has been alone for too long. Now you have finally been reunited with your brother. You have a good heart, and spared Hans from his predicted fate. I see a bond in you with Alucard that will keep you safe. I see a bright future for you as well.” Jasmine You said as she grabbed another rose. it was red and she turned it into light pink. She handed it to Claire and she gently grabbed it, carefully of the thorns.
“Thank you, Jasmine You. This means a lot.” Claire replied, nodding gratefully.
“Your welcome. It is an honor meeting all of you.  Alucard has picked honorable allies.” She smiled and faced Hans.
“Hans Gunsche. You have been a werewolf captain for a long time. Bound to an organization that you hated, wished to escape. You tried, but they threatened to ones you loved. Now, the war is over. You are free but something still remains to gnaw at your heart. You lost the one you loved. But, don’t worry, I see her coming..soon.” Jasmine replied as she took a red rose and its red color turned into pure white.
“You have a sense of justice and honor. You intention all along were good, just you were bound to the wrong side. The white represents your pure heart. Graymist, your wolf soul has also a pure heart, is a fierce beast.” Jasmine explained, handing Hans the rose.
He nodded. “Thank you..do..you mean Rip?” Hans asked, as a small flame of hope flared in his chest. He felt complete with Claire by him, except for a small part in his heart that still felt empty.
“Yes. She is the 13th rose.” Jasmine You whispered nodding. Just then, everyone heard  twigs snapping and the rustling of branches. Some tensed, other looked around.
“Hello? Alucard? Hans? You guys there? I thought I followed the right way..” A voice, childish and familiar echoed through the forest. Alucard gave Integra a shocked look.
“Its...it can't be..” Alucard replied stunned.
:She must have survived the fire.” Integra murmured.
Hans’s eyes widened. “Rip! Is that you?!?” He called out.
“Hans?? Is  that you! Thank God you're alive!” Rip yelled as she  burst through the clearing. She looked around and saw Alucard, Hans and many others. Some she knew, like Integra, others she didn’t recognize.
Hans’s heart soared. He thought she was killed in the fire. “Rip!” He ran towards her. He never felt so happy in his life. He smiled wide, laughing. Rip also ran towards him. They reached each other and Hans hugged her tightly. He didn’t want to crush her but gave her a bear like hug. She laughed, as he let her go. He had tears in his eyes, happy ones. Joy filled him as he looked at her. His heart sped up and he saw her blush.
“Hans..oh  my..your..” She laughed again, avoiding his eyes.
“I’m what?” Hans asked, distracted.
Rip giggled. “Your jacket..it's gone. You’re not wearing a shirt silly. But you are so..strong. You look amazing.” She replied, blushing.
Hans laughed, amused. “Well..I had to stand my ground you know. How did you survive the..fire?” He asked, looking down at her.
“I will tell you, but first I should..talk to Alucard..” She winced, looking afraid as she glanced over at him.
“Well come here first.” Hans replied as he pulled her closer. He grabbed by the waist and spun her around in the air. She was laughing, and he put her down.
“I thought..I lost you. I knew that you were dead..but I saw the fire..and..” Hans whispered, his throat closing.
“Sh..it’s okay..I wasn’t sure if you survived either..but then I saw you..on the tower..with Alucard and I knew you were alive.” Rip explained as she wiped the tears from his face with her fingers.
“So you followed us?” Hans asked as her wrapped as arms around her.
“Yes..I did. I just got a little lost in the forest.” Rip replied, laughing sheepishly.
“Rip, I love you.” Hans, smiled and his face lit up as he gaze at her dark blue eyes. He leaned close and smelled the scent of her hair.
“Hans..I love you too.” Rip breathed and she put her hands around his neck.
She felt the warmth of him and she felt safe. Hans kissed her and she leaned into him.
Jasmine You pulled out one of that last three roses and turned it midnight blue.
She started clapping for them, as others joined. Soon, everyone was clapping for them. Cheers went up from some, even Alucard was happy. When she looked back at him he was smiling. She blushed.
“Hans..why are they..?” She whispered as she hid behind him.
“You're alive thats why. You here is all that matters..” Hans answered.
“Oh..yes..you're right.” Rip replied, staring in awe at everyone.
“Now are you two ready?” Jasmine You asked.
“Ready for what?” Rip asked, confused.
Hans held up his rose for her. “They are going to honor us. Its a ceremony, we’ve been doing almost everyone. Yes we are ready.” Hans explained.
“Good. Lets begin.” Jasmine You replied as she took the white rose from Hans and held the midnight blue rose next to it. Magic started pouring over the roses as Jasmine You murmured magical words. Hans held Rip’s hand and squeezed it. The werewolf and vampire were reunited at last.