64 No business like vampire business (2/2)
Joslyn smiled down at the computer, pleased with the answer he had provided, but her joy was only short-lived as another member asked, ”But can you promise your brother doesn't share in your father's policies and goals?”
Xavier met Joslyn's eyes and nodded. ”I can, and my assistant can as well.” He looked out over the many faces of the meeting as he announced, ”My brother is in a relationship with the crowned princess of the Mediterranean wolf pack.” His eyes locked with Joslyn's as he continued, ”She entrusted him with the knowledge of her identity some time ago, and I believe my assistant verify her identity.”
Jos felt her cheeks heat as all eyes turned toward her. She nodded in acknowledgment before she had time to process the new information. {Shelly told Dante her true identity?} Jos thought hard about the answer, {She must have or how else would he know?...} She wrung her hands under the table in worry and anxiety.
Xaiver smiled in her direction, his eyes sparkling. ”I convinced by this time next week I shall be calling her sister.” His eyes moved from one shocked face to the other as he looked around the room. {Dante isn't going to like this new turn of events, but whatever seals the deal.} He smiled as the other vampires began whispering among themselves. ”We could step out if you need a minute to deliberate.”
The other vampires exchanged a few more hushed words before the head of the vampires stood. ”If this is all true then I see no reason to continue fighting against your agenda. Of course, there will have to be a negotiation of terms and conditions...” He glanced over at Joslyn, ”And verification of information, of course.”
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Jos watched as Xavier's face lit up in a very pleased smile. ”Of course, I recommend you and your men reviewing the terms and-”
The head waved his hand toward Xavier, ”No need, I see no reason why we can't settle this here today.”
Xavier sent Jos a quick glance and let out a heavy sigh. ”If that is what you want.” He had no sooner sat back down when a side door opened and a large man emerged. Xavier watched as he moved through the room toward the head with a relaxed, nonchalant ease. Xavier cocked his head to the side as he studied the man.
The man came directly over to the head and whispered something in his ear, laughed at the disgruntled face the head vampire made then slapped him hard on the back causing the slight man's eyes to bulge. He then leaned back against the wall behind the head of the table.
The Head straightened his suit in obvious aggravation as he introduced the newcomer. ”My apologies, my bodyguard here was informing me of another matter he's been looking into for us.”
Xavier narrowed his eyes. {Strange, the man seems human... but there is no way a mere human would be so careless around such a powerful vampire... and a powerful vampire wouldn't tolerate such actions... unless...} The bodyguard's eyes quickly scanned room smiling as they moved over him and Jos. Xavier's thought about the strange man was interrupted. ”Mr. DeMarco, I do apologize but you say crimes have decrease and exposure as lessened since your involvement here, but how can you explain all of the publicized murders in the same area you are staying in?”
Xaiver recovered quickly from his shock as he stood up to address the question. ”I assure you those crimes are not vampire-related. No vampire would be so sloppy as to leave bodies out in the open like that. I realize the media have implied it, and my team are working hard on clearing up the matter but-”
One of the vampires interrupted, ”And we are supposed to believe your brother had nothing to do with it?”
Xavier leaned over the table, planting his palms flat on its smooth surface. ”My brother had nothing to do with them. He has alibis for all the nights, myself included among them.” He arched his brows at the others ”Unless you would like to call ME a liar.”
The others fall silent except for the strange new man. Instead, he laughed. ”I would have to agree with Mr. DeMarco. My brother was actually sent to investigate those crimes and it was proven to be nonvampire related.” His eyes twinkled with mischief as they focused on Xavier and Joslyn. ”I mean vampires aren't often known for being such messy eaters, are they? The crimes were more like a child... or a poorly trained animal... Wouldn't you all agree?”
Disorder erupted in the room as everyone began speaking at once. Joslyn gripped her chest tight as she struggled to breath. She forced her stiff body to respond as she fought to use the distraction in the room to escape. Her legs wobbled, trying to bow under her weight as she pushed herself up from the table. Her legs were even less reliable as she struggled toward the door. She could feel the movements of someone behind her and their intense gaze as they followed close on her heels. The room's commotion didn't falter as she struggled to pull the door open and quickly step through the doorway.