Gypsy Nights by Unknown

Author:Unknown
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 9

Gitana pulled the remaining weeds from her flower garden and gathered them to the side. Later, she’d add them to her compost pile, using them to fertilize next year’s herbs.

"Ah, Dicentra Formosa," a voice said from behind her.

She looked up and had to shield her eyes from the afternoon sun. There was a tall man standing dangerously close to her. His attire screamed scholar. His tiny circular, wire-framed glasses gave his otherwise too handsome face a boyish charm. She glanced at his short brown hair and thought it complimented his green eyes well.

Smiling, he pointed at the flowers before her. "Dicentra Formosa," he said again, his thick British accent becoming apparent.

Gitana followed his gaze and then it clicked. "Oh, yes, I’m sorry. These are Bleeding Hearts, yes. I take it that you’re a fellow plant lover?"

He flashed a smile that was so innocent it made her want to like him. "I’m William, and yes I do enjoy studying plants, among other things."

Rising to her feet, she brushed her hands on her long black skirt. The Roma in her had conditioned her to wear dresses to do most everything. For the most part, she’d severed her ties with the old ways, but still felt more comfortable in skirts. She double-checked her hand for dirt before extending it out to William.

"Hi, I’m Gitana, what can I help you with today?" She bent to pick up the pile of weeds. "I closed the shop up early today, but I’d be happy to take you in if you’d like."

Suddenly, he was behind her with his hand on her shoulder. Dropping the weeds, she spun around fast, unsure how he’d managed to move so quickly. William’s green eyes began to glow, taking on a supernatural appearance. Terrified, she swung out at him and he caught her wrist with his hand. "I’m not here to hurt you. I’m here to warn you. Sebastian is a friend of mine."

Gitana stopped struggling and stared at William. "You’re not a vampire?" It was more of a question than a statement.

He smiled down at her. "No, I’m not a vampire, but I’m not a completely normal human either. I posses the gifts of magic and immortality, I am also a member of the Council."

The very mention of the Council made her take a step back. The Council was in place to oversee the supernatural community, and when they paid you a visit, it normally ended in death. They were the only checks-and-balance system in place, and they’d been around for thousands of years. The thought of the Council coming for Sebastian scared her more than the thought of Aaron showing up again.

The fear must have shown on her face because William put his hands up to signify that he wasn’t a threat. "I’m not here to collect anyone. I’m here to warn you and Sebastian."

"Sebastian’s not here." She almost added that she didn’t know where he was, but that didn’t seem wise. If this man proved to be a threat then it was best he think Sebastian could show up at any moment.

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