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“That’s what I’m afraid of…all the horrible, horrifying options.”
He giggled and clung closely to the zombie as he started pulling him down the hallway. “Nonsense. How about we check out a few rooms and then head into the forest. We have time to do that before the show. Not to mention, plenty of time before we are supposed to meet all my cute, adorable fledglings.”
Turney stopped in his tracks, forcing Octavius to pause. He peered at the male, brow raised.
“All of them?” the zombie asked, sounding slightly concerned.
“All of them!” Octavius giggled. “Come on!” He yanked him forward.
* * *
The lines were surprisinglyshort to each room they’d gone in, but Turney supposed there were enough rooms that the crowd could spread out a bit. There being a short line…unfortunately, did not prevent Turney from getting to spend a few minutes hearing the screams of those who had entered before them.
He clung to Octavius’ arm as he pulled them into another room. If he wasn’t mistaken…this was the library. On first entering, it was completely dark. Then balls of light started to float out of the ground the further they walked inside. He jumped as books began to glow and fly off the shelves like they were possessed, or ghosts were moving them. Some flopped open and screams came out. Turney trembled, trying to not run away as they kept going.
Octavius just continued to drag him forward, weaving them around the shelves. Stepping out of a row, Turney’s eyes widened at the sight of three vicious looking dogs with shark-like teeth. Growling, they began to bark, the sound loud and haunting. The creatures themselves glowed an eerie blue color, and were slightly transparent. Holding their leash was an old man. He was in a rage, screaming, words unintelligible. The man’s skin looked as if it was peeling off, like it was made of paper. His body was bony, his limbs looked like they were seconds away from snapping.
When the four suddenly lunged towards them, Turney let out a scream of terror, his body going into full zombie mode as his fear swamped him. He took off, yanking a manically laughing Octavius through the rest of the library as the four horrifying haunts remained on their heels until they made it out of the room.
As they passed the threshold, the door slamming behind them, he took a gasping breath, sagging against the hallway wall in relief. His heart continued to beat a mile a minute, while his crazy nut of a boyfriend continued to laugh.
“Fuck…how do you enjoy this?!” Turney brushed sweat from his brow. He knew as a zombie he shouldn’t be sweating anymore, but dammit, he still hadn’t quite figured out how to not.
“Aww, come on, it’s fun!” Octavius giggled.
He glared at the vampire. “Fun, my ass. I knew that man was human, but I still freaked out.” Turney sighed.
Octavius rubbed his back. “There, there, my zombie bunny. It’s fine. You are safe.”
The vampire’s words did not hold even a single drop of sincerity. “I don’t believe you.”
The male sighed. “I promise, nothing here will kill you. Oh, by the way, the humans working here do know about us. So, no worries about them finding out, after that change you did in there. I did warn the company that you are new, and that the humans are not to be wandering around alone. You should be safe, no matter where you go. But still, don’t leave my side, okay? Not that I’d leave you alone in here anyway,” Octavius finished with a giggle.
Turney narrowed his eyes at the vampire. “Why does it sound like you not leaving me alone has nothing to do with my safety, and everything to do with your own entertainment?”
Octavius’ eyes widened before he avoided his gaze. “Whatever do you mean, my dear Turney? Obviously, it’s for safety purposes! How could you accuse me of such a terrible thing?”
“You are a horrible liar.”
Octavius sniffed. “I’m hurt you would think I would lie to you.”
“You are so full of shit.”
Octavius pursed his lips for a moment before an evil grin slipped onto his face. “Well…if that is what you think of me then…I won’t hold back!” The vampire’s grip tightened on his arm.
His eyes widened. “Wait—”
“TO THE NEXT ROOM!” Octavius yelled dramatically.
As he was yanked forward, fear and dread filled Turney. Why did his boyfriend have to be obsessed with Halloween?
* * *
Cormac smirkedand eyed the delectable vampire next to him. “So, sail around these parts often, pirate? Need anyone to raise your sails? Mop your deck? Play with your…mast?” He batted his eyelashes at the male, after he glanced down at his crotch suggestively.
This was the first time he’d had fake lashes on, and he had to say, they made him feel pretty powerful.
Henry sighed and slowly looked towards him. “That was bad, even for you, pup.”
