Disclaimer: There will be a lot of violence in this chapter. You can skip this chapter if you are sensitive.

It is currently 12:00 pm and Wellington is still peacefully sleeping. Suddenly he hears a gentle knock on the door along with a calm and pleasant voice.

Clementine: Arthur?
Wellington: Yes what is it I'm trying to sleep.
Clementine: It's lunchtime...
Wellington: Can I just sleep for another hour?
Clementine: Seriously you sound like my sister.
Wellington: Look I'm tired do you not realise that I travelled many miles to get away from the city! Now let me sleep!
Clementine: Alright then. But you will have to make your own lunch then.
Wellington: I'm very capable of doing that. I'm not a child.

A few minutes later Wellington slowly opens his eyes. Carefully gets out of bed and calmly walks over to the door. Gently opening the door Wellington notices that Clementine is boiling something in a pot. Wellington starts speaking in a slightly confused tone.

Wellington: What are you doing?
Clementine: Boiling eggs.
Wellington: Why?
Clementine: To put in a sandwich.
Wellington: How long will that take.
Clementine: A while...

Wellington quietly sighs to himself.

Clementine: Why do you complain so much?
Wellington: Because I'm hungry!
Clementine: For actual food or for blood?
Wellington: Just actual food...Can I at least eat something before I have this sandwich...
Clementine: Like what?
Wellington: Fruit.
Clementine: Why are you obsessed with fruit?
Wellington: I don't know...
Clementine: Just pick fruit out of the fruit bowl.

Wellington walks over to the large light brown wooden table which has a small fruit bowl in the centre. Gently grabbing an apple he looks at it noticing how shiny it is. He then bites into it using his fangs sinking them in deep. Then he starts sucking the juice out of the apple. Clementine turns around and stares at him with slight confusion. She then starts speaking in a slightly confused tone.

Clementine: What are you doing?
Wellington: I'm also slightly thirsty so I'm just drinking the juice.
Clementine: You would still get the juice from eating it...
Wellington: But not all of it...Also, why are you staring at me like that? It's rude to stare.
Clementine: Well, I wasn't fully expecting you to do that...I thought you would eat the apple normally.
Wellington: You know that I could have just drunk your blood to satisfy my thirst. It can satisfy my thirst and my hunger. But I didn't choose to do that.
Clementine: Well thanks for not doing that.

*Wellington in thought*

Jesus Christ. Why with all the rudeness.

What happened with people having manners?

I suppose it's not as bad as the ridiculous people in Parliament yelling at each other.

But still what happened with people having good manners?

Is everyone like this?

Is everyone just giving each other some sass and no respect?

Wellington stops drinking the juice out of the apple. Then he tries to gently place it down on the table. However, he accidentally slams it down on the table causing it to be crushed. Wellington sighs out of slight disgust and Clementine awkwardly stares at him. Clementine starts speaking in a slightly confused tone.

Clementine: Arthur what was that for?
Wellington: Sorry...I just can't control my strength...I was trying to be gentle.
Clementine: I see...

Wellington sits down at the table and awkwardly stares at the clock. Then he quietly sighs to himself and he starts speaking in a calm tone.

Wellington: Is there anything I can do other than sit here and practically be bored out of my mind.
Clementine: You could read the paper, read a book, play chess or listen to the radio.
Wellington: Please explain to me what a radio is.
Clementine: It's sort of complicated to explain. But the simple definition is that it can broadcast music and news or other communication.
Wellington: That actually sounds useful. But why would you also need to broadcast music when you could just have a band?
Clementine: It's called entertainment Arthur. Honestly, how did you use to entertain yourself?

Wellington: Reading, playing chess and well I did go to a ball once. I'm not mentioning what I did privately because that is none of your business young lady.
Clementine: So you are telling me that the Duke of Wellington can dance.
Wellington: I...That was only one time!
Clementine: Do you want to dance Arthur?

*Wellington in thought*

I have made a mistake!

Your such a fool Arthur!

Just leave the room. Quietly and try to not make it even more awkward.

Clementine: I'm taking your silence and awkward staring as a no.
Wellington: Is there something else that I could do perhaps. Also, I'm not being awkward I was just thinking.
Clementine: I see.
Wellington: What can I do?
Clementine: You could read since it seems that you do like reading.
Wellington: Are there any books I could read?
Clementine: I do have books in my room. I could go get one for you.
Wellington: Alright.

Clementine calmly strolls off to her room. While Wellington continues calmly staring at the clock listening to the quiet ticking noise.

A couple of minutes Clementine comes back and gently places a book down on the table. Wellington glances down at the book which is titled, Hamlet. He starts speaking in a calm and pleasant voice.

Wellington: People still read Shakespeare?
Clementine: Yes. I'm sure that you would enjoy reading it. Now I'm going to take care of lunch.
Wellington: Alright.

Wellington begins happily reading the book he completely zones out and only focuses on the book. While Clementine focuses on taking care of the lunch.

A few minutes later Wellington suddenly hears a faint whisper. But he doesn't recognise the voice.

???: You want to drink her blood?
Wellington: No...

Clementine looks over at Wellington with concern and she starts speaking in a slightly concerned voice.

Clementine: Arthur are you alright?
Wellington: I...I feel like something is wrong.
Clementine: What do you mean?
Wellington: I heard a voice...
Clementine: Arthur there is no one else here...
Wellington: I swear I heard someone else. But I don't know who they are...
Clementine: I see...
Wellington: I'm going to go lie down.

Clementine: Are you still tired Arthur?
Wellington: I might have just overexerted myself trying to get here last night. Look I don't know the limits of my powers yet...
Clementine: I understand if you are still tired. You can go rest.

Wellington gently places the book down on the table. Then he gets up out of his seat and calmly walks back to the room he was sleeping in.

Gently closing the door behind himself he then sits down on the bed. Suddenly his eyes begin to glow a deep crimson.

*Wellington in thought*

No control yourself Arthur...

You can feed later...

You promised not to do anything to her.

Calm yourself. You will not drink her blood.

A few minutes later Clementine calmly enters the room with a sandwich on a plate in hand. She stares at Wellington who is lying on the bed staring at her.

Then she notices his red eyes and steps back a little bit. She then starts speaking in a slightly concerned voice.

Clementine: Arthur?
Wellington: Yes?
Clementine: Your eyes...
Wellington: What about them?
Clementine: They are red...
Wellington: What do you mean?

Clementine walks off and a couple of minutes later she comes back with a small wooden mirror. Handing the mirror to Wellington who stares at the mirror with shock.

Wellington starts speaking in an apologetic tone.

Wellington: I'm sorry for scaring you like that.
Clementine: No you don't need to apologise Arthur. I know that you can't really control the powers you have.
Wellington: I still don't know why I have these powers. It makes me question if anyone else has these powers and for some reason has been brought back to life.
Clementine: I, unfortunately, don't know if there is anyone else who is dealing with the same situation as you Arthur.
Wellington: I doubt that there is...For some reason, it had to be me. Why would anyone bring me back to life? What could I do this year when Europe is once again tearing itself apart?

Clementine: The thing is that it's not just Europe fighting in this war. It's the whole world. This is the second time it has happened...

Wellington awkwardly and silently stares at Clementine. Clementine starts speaking in a calm voice.

Clementine: Arthur are you alright?
Wellington: Has everyone gone mad? Do they want to destroy the world? Why would you start a conflict on such a large scale!? This is madness!
Clementine: Well it's hard for me to explain...
Wellington: This whole situation is just madness. I'm somehow stuck almost 100 years into the future with some odd powers. Now apparently the whole world is in the middle of a large scale conflict. I also don't know why I'm here!

Clementine calmly walks over to him and sits down beside him. Then she gently puts her hand on his shoulder. She starts speaking in a calm and soothing voice.

Clementine: Arthur I understand that you are possibly stressed out about this situation. But it's alright I'm here for you.

Wellington smiles a little bit and he starts speaking in a slightly calmer tone.

Wellington: Your kindness and caring nature remind me of my wife. I still miss her...
Clementine: That's the thing with love isn't it. It doesn't last forever.
Wellington: I loved her a lot and I still wish we could have spent more time with each other.

Wellington feels tears slowly streaming down his face. Clementine notices this and she gently hugs him. Clementine starts speaking in a warm and comforting voice.

Clementine: It's alright Arthur. I will be here for you. Even though I am not your wife I do still care for you.
Wellington: Thank you...Clementine.

Clementine gently lets go of him and smiles at him. Then she gets up and exits the room. After a couple of minutes, she comes back with the egg sandwich. She gently places the plate on the bedside table.

Wellington grabs the sandwich and takes a small bite. Clementine starts speaking in a calm voice.

Clementine: Do you like it, Arthur?
Wellington: Yes. Also at least it looks more appetising than porridge.
Clementine: Seriously you are so fussy.
Wellington: I am not.
Clementine: Just enjoy the sandwich. You were saying that you are hungry.
Wellington: Alright.

Clementine calmly leaves the room and Wellington begins happily eating the sandwich. A few hours later it is now 5:00 pm and Wellington has fallen asleep on the nearby sofa.

Clementine who is cooking vegetable soup notices this and calmly walks over to him. Then she gently shakes him to try and wake him up.

Wellington slowly opens his eyes and stares at Clementine. Clementine starts speaking in a calm and pleasant voice.

Clementine: Dinner will be ready soon Arthur.
Wellington: Alright...
Clementine: Are you alright?
Wellington: I'm fine. Don't worry so much.
Clementine: Just making sure that you are alright.

Clementine goes back to the kitchen and continues cooking the vegetable soup. A few minutes later there is a gentle knock on the door.

Clementine walks over to the door and opens it. Waiting at the door is a girl with long dark brown hair and hazel eyes. There is also a boy with jet black hair and green eyes.

Clementine gently hugs the girl and she starts speaking in a cheerful voice. Wellington also begins awkwardly listening to the conversation.

Clementine: Amelia my dear sister I'm so happy to see you.
Amelia: I'm happy to see you too.
Clementine: Who's this?
Amelia: My boyfriend Jason.
Jason: Hello.
Clementine: I hope that you are taking good care of my sister.
Jason: Amelia is the most beautiful girl I have met and I will always be there for her when she needs it.
Clementine: Do you want to stay for dinner?

Amelia: Sure we can stay for dinner.
Clementine: I'm glad that you are alright, especially with what's happening in London.
Amelia: I won't get hurt alright I know what to do when there is an air raid.
Clementine: Good now I should go make sure that dinner is alright. So let yourselves in.

Clementine calmly goes back to the kitchen and Amelia and Jason enter the house. With Jason gently closing the door behind himself.

Wellington calmly closes his eyes and he begins using his powers to communicate with Clementine through her mind.

Wellington: Clementine I need to talk to you about something. But I want to talk to you privately.

Clementine stops stirring the soup and she starts speaking in a calm voice.

Clementine: I also have a friend staying with me who I need to talk to about something.
Amelia: Alright, I will take care of the soup for you.
Clementine: Thank you, Amelia.

Clementine calmly walks over to the door to the room that Wellington has been staying in. Wellington gets up and awkwardly walks over to Clementine.

Amelia awkwardly stares at Wellington and she starts speaking in a cheeky voice.

Amelia: So is this man going to be your boyfriend?
Clementine: No Amelia he is just a friend!
Amelia: When are you actually going to get a boyfriend?
Clementine: When I feel like I'm ready for a relationship...
Amelia: Alright well go talk to your friend who is totally not your boyfriend.

Clementine opens the door and Wellington awkwardly walks into the room. Clementine follows him and gently closes the door.

Wellington awkwardly stares at Clementine. Clementine sighs and she starts speaking in a calm voice.

Clementine: Sorry about her she just thinks every man or boy I am friends with is my boyfriend.
Wellington: I...Why are people like this?
Clementine: Because she is a silly teenager. Now, what do you need to talk to me about? Also, please don't do that weird thing you did to talk to me again. That scared me a bit and made me feel uncomfortable.
Wellington: What else was I meant to do?
Clementine: You could have just used your words, Arthur.
Wellington: I was nervous to say anything I didn't know how they would react to me being here.
Clementine: Alright, I understand. Now, what do you need to talk about?

Wellington quietly sighs to himself and he starts speaking in a calm and serious voice.

Wellington: I have a problem.
Clementine: What's the problem?
Wellington: I'm hungry...
Clementine: Food will be ready soon Arthur.
Wellington: I don't need actual food. I need the other type of food I require. I've actually been needing it since noon but I have managed to hold back the urge to bite someone. But now I need to go feed. I don't know what to do...
Clementine: I see. Well, I guess I could just say that you are going home. Besides, I think they are only staying for dinner. They will probably be gone after that so it will be alright for you to come back.

Wellington: Alright...That sounds like a good plan.
Clementine: Just don't get caught doing whatever you do to basically feed on people.
Wellington: I won't...Besides, I didn't get caught the first time.
Clementine: Arthur I don't want you getting in trouble alright.
Wellington: Alright.

Clementine gently opens the door and they both exit the room. Amelia starts speaking in a slightly confused tone.

Amelia: What took you two so long?
Clementine: Well Arthur and I were just talking about when he can stay over next. He is going home now.
Amelia: Alright...
Wellington: I hope to see you again soon Clementine.
Clementine: Same with you Arthur...

Wellington calmly walks over to the door and gently opens it. Then he calmly walks outside and gently closes the door behind him.

*Wellington in thought*

I can't transform right outside the house.

I don't want them to know what I actually am...

Even if I do walk far away enough they would still be able to see me. Mostly because of the countryside just being endless green fields or hills with a few scattered trees.

Wellington then notices a large apple tree close by. He begins promptly walking over to it. As soon as he is behind the tree he begins to transform into his vampire form.

A couple of minutes later he is now in his vampire form. Spreading his jet black wings he then takes off and begins flying to London.

*Wellington in thought*

That was easier than I thought it would be to transform into my vampire form.

I still don't know how I'm going to transform back into my human form though.

The first time I did it I don't even know why it happened. I just woke up and I was in my human form.

I guess I could try and force myself to transform back...

I also don't understand why it was so easy for me to transform into my vampire form.

Is it possibly because I'm hungry for blood?

I should just continue flying to the city and hopefully, find someone and drink their blood without being caught.

A few hours later Wellington gently lands on top of a roof.

*Wellington in thought*

I can't really roam the city looking like this...

I guess I'm going to have to try and transform back into my human form...

Wellington begins trying to force himself to transform back into his human form.

Suddenly he falls to his knees and his vision begins to blur he also holds back a cry. Due to how painful the process is.

A couple of minutes later Wellington slowly stands up and begins getting his breath back.

*Wellington in thought*

That was much more painful than expected...

But why was it so painful though?

How come it's easier for me to transform into my vampire form rather than my human form?

That's just odd...

Hmm...How am I going to get down from here without hurting myself?

Why did I not think of that first?

Wellington looks down and notices many lamp posts lining the streets. Carefully walking to the edge of the roof he then leaps down onto a nearby lamp post.

Then he gently and silently jumps down onto the footpath. Looking around he tries to recognise where he is but nothing seems familiar to him.

*Wellington in thought*

What part of London is this?

Also, where is everyone?

And what are these big metal poles for?

Very odd...

Well, I guess I should just walk around a bit.

I might actually find out where I am...

Wellington begins calmly walking through London. A few minutes later he reaches a place he recognises. He stops and stares at a large familiar building.

*Wellington in thought*

It has been a while since I have seen this place...

It hasn't changed much...

It feels odd being here...

It reminds me of the last moment I got to spend with Kitty...

Has it really been that long?

It's been 100 years since I was last here. Since I last saw Kitty.

Wellington gently runs his finger up his left arm. Then he gently grabs a golden armband and slides it down his arm and gently takes it off and holds it in his hand.

Continuing to stare at the building he feels tears starting to slowly stream down his face. A couple of minutes later he gently puts the golden armband back on.

Then he continues calmly walking while gently wiping away his tears. Suddenly he stops and he notices a large statue.

Strolling over to the statue he eventually stops in front of it and awkwardly stares at it.

*Wellington in thought*

They really made a statue of me...

Well, at least they made a good job of it.

I look bloody dashing...

Arthur stop distracting yourself you need to find someone so you can drink their blood...

Wellington calmly walks away from the statue and continues walking through the park. A couple of minutes later he hears someone behind him.

Suddenly he is shoved onto the ground and the man starts speaking in a calm but serious voice.

???: Oi give me your money.
Wellington: Why should I give money to criminal scum like you?
???: Because I'll kill you.
Wellington: I've heard that a lot.

Wellington quickly gets up and violently punches the man in the face. Knocking the man to the ground along with the wooden bat the man was carrying. The man starts speaking in a slightly nervous tone.

???: Who the hell are you?
Wellington: You don't need to know who I am nor am I going to give you any money you criminal scum.

The man slowly gets up and grabs his wooden bat off the ground. Then the man goes to hit Wellington with the bat. But Wellington quickly grabs the handle of the bat.

Then he slowly crushes it with his hand eventually snapping the bat. The man stares at Wellington in shock and he drops the handle of the bat.

Wellington then tackles the man to the ground and he forces his vampire fangs to appear. Then he bites the man's neck and starts drinking his blood.

A few minutes later Wellington stops drinking the man's blood and he gets up and prepares to fly away. He forces his wings to appear and he takes off into the quiet and peaceful night sky.

A few hours later Wellington gently lands in front of Clementine's house.

*Wellington in thought*

Do I want her to see my true form?

I will have to show her eventually though...

Besides, it seems it's painful for me to transform back into my human form if I force myself...

I guess I can show her.

Wellington calmly walks over to the door and he nervously knocks on it. A couple of minutes later Clementine opens the door and she stares at Wellington with slight shock. She then starts speaking in a tone full of shock.

Clementine: Arthur you...
Wellington: Yes I know I have wings and I was planning to show you. But I didn't know how you would react...
Clementine: Alright, I understand...So I'm guessing that you did what you needed to and that you aren't going to possibly bite me.
Wellington: Yes, I did. You don't need to worry about me possibly biting you.
Clementine: You do also realise that it's quite late right?
Wellington: What time is it?

Clementine: It's 11:30 Arthur.
Wellington: I see...
Clementine: What took you so long? I was a little worried.
Wellington: Distractions...I was just remembering my past that's all. I also saw a statue of myself and it seems that they did a good job.
Clementine: I see. Well, I'm going back to bed Arthur as it is quite late. I suggest that you do the same.
Wellington: Alright good night.
Clementine: Good night Arthur...

Clementine walks back to her room. Wellington gently folds his wings down and walks inside gently closing the door behind himself.

Wellington calmly enters his room and gently closes the door. Getting into bed he then stares at the ceiling for a couple of minutes until he eventually gently closes his eyes and enters a deep and peaceful sleep.

To be Continued...

What did you guys think of this chapter?

Yes, I decided to give Arthur telepathy. But just so it's not too overpowered he can only speak through the minds of the people he knows well enough. So that's why he can only do it to Clementine so far. Just letting you guys know 😅.

I also decided that Arthur needs to drink blood every 12 hours. But I still haven't thought of what could happen if he doesn't do it or he holds back the urge to drink blood for too long. So if you guys have possible suggestions other than death post them in the comments 😄.

Sorry for the long wait on this chapter. You guys probably know already but I'm working on a long novel called Blood Secret and that's the main story that I want to focus on. So please be patient with the updates on this story. 😁