(Chapter 16- The honeymoon is over)

I lay in bed with Chase cuddling enjoying the last day of our honeymoon. It hardly seems like we have even been here a whole week. It has been amazing spending time with Chase and only Chase. I think we needed it. We have bonded over the last week. I feel closer to Chase than I ever have. It finally feels like we are one.

I rolled over to my side so that I was facing Chase. He was still asleep looking as cute as ever. I watched his face as the sun danced across it leaving little patterns. His chest slowly rose and fell as he took in deep breaths while he slept. I couldn't help but notice Chase's muscles as I studied him. He was defiantly a much bigger build than before. I traced my finger along his biceps before he started stirring. I began to open his eyes only to find me staring back at him.

"You know it's creepy when you do that." He smiled.

"Do what?"

"Stare at someone while they are sleeping." He chuckled.

"I was just admiring you that's all." I defended.

"Oh really and what were you admiring?" He questioned.

"You know your bulging biceps and all."

"Glad to know you like them." He said pumping them up proudly.

I laughed at him as took pride in himself. Chase joined in with me before reaching over to tickle me. I screamed and begged for him to stop but he didn't. Just when I though I couldn't take it anymore he pulled his arms back.

"That's what you get for laughing at me." He smirked.

Just as I was about to get revenge my phone rang. Yep I got my phone back now that chase was convinced I wasn't going to try and get away. I actually have a lot of freedom now which I am thankful for. Think that is what has helped make this relationship so much better. I rolled back over to grab my phone before Chase stopped me.

"Let it go to voicemail." He said pulling me into his arms.

"Alright" I agreed while snuggling into Chase's body.

I laid there in his arms while my phone was continuing to ring. I was biting on my lip anxiously as it was killing me not to pick it up. If it's one thing I hate is to let a phone ring and ring. Finally it cut off and I was thankful. I lift my head to Chase's as we began to kiss only for the phone to ring again. Chase groaned in annoyance before letting me go to answer it.

I reached for the phone by the night stand to see who was calling. I seen it was Crystal and knew she was probably calling to see how that honey was going or when I was coming back.

"Hello" I answered.

"Ashlyn" Crystal said in a scared tone.

"Yeah what's wrong?" I asked worried.

"It's Chase's grandfather." She said shakily.

"What happened?"

"He was killed." My heart dropped when she said those words. I can't believe he was killed who would do such a thing.

"Do you know who done it and why didn't someone call Chase?"

"We tried but his phone is off." Oh yeah I guess he forgot to charge it yesterday and the battery started beeping. Chase is not going to take this well. "And Ashlyn?"

"Yeah?"

"It was his Brother." She said angrily. I knew she had every right to I mean one of his guys did kidnap her and threaten to kill her after all.

"Ok I will tell Chase." I said sadly. I didn't know the man that well but I feel bad that he died and that I had to tell Chase. I hope he handles it well.

I hung up the phone and turned back the side Chase was on but he wasn't there. I looked over and noticed the bathroom door was closed so I just waited for him to come out.

I don't know how I am going to tell him something like this. I went into a deep depression when my grandma died but Chase helped me through it. I can only hope that I can help him too. The last thing I want to do is hurt him but this is something he will have to deal with in time.

Chase walked out of the bathroom and crawled back in bed with me. He wrapped an arm around my waist pulling me close to him. It killed me know I was about to ruin the moment but I had to tell him and we needed to get back to the palace to figure things out.

"What do you want to do on our last day here?" Chase questioned breaking the silence.

"I'm sorry Chase." I said with my voice breaking.

"For what?" He asked as confusion took over.

"That was crystal on the phone the family have been trying to get hold of you all morning." I stated.

"What is it?"

"You grandfather was killed, it was his brother. I don't know all the details but we need to get back so we can find out." I explained.

"What?" Chase roared.

The look Chase had on his face scared the life out of me. He looked fit to kill and I wouldn't want to be that person. Chase's hands tightened into fist as he began shaking violently. I placed a hand on Chase's shoulder to get him to calm down. He began to calm down some but was still very angry.

"Come on let go home. Most on our stuff is already packed and the rest we can just have sent. You need to be with your family right now." I stated.

"I know that." He snapped.

I instantly pulled my hand back away from Chase giving him space. It's obvious he needs some time to his self right now. I slowly got off the bed and walked to the door.

"Look Ashlyn I'm sorry I didn't mean to take it out on you." He apologized.

"I know but I think you need some time yourself. I'll be getting our stuff together to leave." I said leaving the room.

I'll admit it hurt when Chase snapped at me but I know how it feels to lose someone close to you. My grandma and I were very close and it killed me when she died. I didn't think I would ever be the same but Chase really helped me a lot so I'm going to do whatever it takes to repay the favor. If he needs someone to snap at every now and then I'll take it. If he needs a shoulder to cry on I'll be that to. If needs someone to talk to then I'll be there to listen because that's what love is. I would do anything for Chase and I want him to know I'm there for him no matter what.

I walked through the house until I spotted the maid. I gave her instructions to get all of our things together so we could leave as soon as possible. I called ahead to the airport and let them know we would be arriving soon to have the plane ready. I don't know how things will go once we get back but all I can do is hope everyone will be alright especially Chase.

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Chase's POV

I sat there as the anger slowly took over. I can't believe I snapped at Ashlyn that way. I know she was just trying to help but something just took over. Ever since she said my grandfather died my emotions have been out of control.

The only thing I feel now is anger and the need for revenge. If it's the last thing I do I will make sure that everyone of them pays. I will not rest until I have killed every last one that had anything to do with his death. They have just started something they will never win; I will make sure of that. This means war!

All of a sudden I smelled something burning and jump out of bed and rushed to the door. I ran through the house until I spotted it. Ashlyn was standing in the living room in the midst of a fire. I panicked as I realized she was in danger. Vampires can't survive fire; it's the one thing next to being staked they can't bear.

Before I could move an inch in her direction the fire began to simmer. Ashlyn was standing in the middle with a look of shock on her face. I watched her as she began putting out the fire. I froze as I realized what was happening.

Ashlyn's an element controller and the ultimate weapon for my revenge. I couldn't help but smile at what I had planned for the enemy. This thing was far from over. Now they would all be dead but not before they suffer a painful end.