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The Burns family had just arrived home from a family hunt for ghouls and vampires (no legacies of course), to a cold dark home. Apollo rushed in the front door swinging around his stake. “Did you see how I got that vampire? Staked him right in the heart!” Apollo says proudly.
“I’d hope so” Theo says exasperated. “Anywhere else and it would’ve been a wasted hit”. “Boys, let’s not ignore the fact that me and your sister stole the show.” Thalia states proudly looking over at Calliope. “Now, who was injured? Anyone got any cuts you need me to take care of or can I just shower now?” Thalia asks, worn out from the hunt.
“I’m good mom”, Theo states proudly, “me too” Apollo says. “I was just too quick for those ghouls” he says laughing. “Cal?” Jack asks turning to her. “You’re awfully quiet over there”. “You ok baby girl?” Thalia asks walking over and grabbing her hands. “I’m good” Cal responds, hiding a deep cut on her ribs under her jacket along with bruises along her entire side. “Just tired, the rush of the hunt got to me. I think I will just shower in my room, and then head straight to bed” Cal states, shuffling towards the stairs.
Jack and Thalia look to each other, “as long as your sure baby” Thalia says with a smile. “You made the Burns family proud tonight”. “As well as the guild.”, Jack states. “Sleep well, little sis”, Theo says as Apollo sends a smile her
way. “Night guys”, Cal says as she slowly makes her way up the stairs and into her room. She exhales deeply and walks towards her mirror. Lifting her arm up Cal lets out a whimper, slipping out of her jacket. A large rip mars her favourite black top. Biting her lip she reaches down, yanking her top off quickly. Releasing a high pitched squeal, blood begins to flow again at a steady rate.
“Calliope?”, Juliette whispers from Cal’s closet. “Are you…are you ok? I can smell blood?”, Juliette says slowly approaching her. “Juliette, you should probably go. I got hurt and I have to stop the bleeding and then cover it up.” Cal says softly. “I can do it”, Juliette offers. Her eyes widening at the sight of blood. “Jules, I can’t ask you to do that. This is a version of torture for you”, Cal says worried about Juliette’s bloodlust.
“No Cal, it’s not the blood that’s torture. It’s seeing you like this. Baby what happened?”, Juliette asks. “Family hunt, a vamp got a good swing at me and next thing you know I’m bleeding”, Calliope explains. ”And your family? I was listening and heard your mom ask about injuries.” Juliette asks confused. “I couldn’t tell them, I’m already the youngest child, the only daughter. I couldn’t be the weakest too”, Cal says, exhaling deeply.
“First aid kit?”, Juliette inquires. “What?”, Cal responds confused. “Where is your first aid kit? I’ll help you clean yourself up Cal.” Cal smiles softly, “it’s in my dresser beside my bed.” “Do you need help getting up the stairs to your bed?”, Juliette asks Cal, resting her hand on Cal’s. “Ummm, no offense Jules but what would that entail? Cause you’re very small”, Cal says smiling down at Juliette. “Oh. Is that what you think?”, Jules says with a smile. “This is what I can do.” Jules says whispering.
Jules bends down and scoops Calliope up bridal style. Careful not to aggravate Calliopes ribs. Juliette smiles at Calliope, “are you alright baby?”, “yes, honestly surprised you can pick me up.” Cal responds. “Perks of being a vampire I suppose”, Juliette says smirking. Juliette, with Calliope in her arms then walks up the stairs swiftly. Gently, she settles on a spot to place Calliope and slowly lets her down onto the bed.
“When I feel better, like not freshly injured. I want you to do that again”, Cal says, pupils wide. “Oh really? Did you like that Calliope?, Juliette says with a smirk. “Yes, well I actually loved it.” Cal says smiling. Cal moves to sit up but winces instead. “Ow” she whimpers. “I’ve got you baby!” Juliette says reaching down to the dresser. “Ok so we vampires, heal ultra-quick so you’re going to have to tell me what to do baby.” Juliette states as she unzips the large first aid kit.
“Ok, so first clean the wound with water. I have a bottle of fresh water in the bag. Then disinfect, then it will probably need paper stitches. And finally bandage over the stitches for extra protection.”, Cal answers quickly. “Wow ok so you’ve done this before. Do you get injured often?”, Juliette asks with a mixture of humour and worry. “Ummm, yeah I mean this is my first one since I’ve been in Savannah but honestly I would be getting injured from training or hunts every two weeks or so. Occupational hazard.” Cal says with a weak chuckle looking into Juliette’s worried eyes.
“I’m ok now though, Jules. Especially if you’re going to be my personal nurse every time I get hurt.” Cal says smiling. Jules shakes her head, “I don’t want to see you in pain every other week Cal. You are too important to me”, Juliette says softly. Silence takes over the pair, as Juliette gets to work cleaning up Cal’s war wounds. Low whimpers fill the air as Juliette disinfects Cal’s cut. “I’m sorry baby”, Juliette says with furrowed brows.
“It’s ok, I mean it isn’t but I am thinking of the cuddles that will be happening in about 5 minutes”, Cal says with a soft smiles. Juliette continues disinfecting, keeping her thoughts on anything but how good Cal’s blood smells. “Is this hard for you?” Cal asks. “Hmm?” “My blood, is it hard for you to do. Not feed?”, Cal asks. “I guess so. I mean you smell amazing Cal.” Juliette says taking a deep breath in. “Why haven’t you asked if you could?” Cal asks again as Juliette begins cutting up the paper stitches. “Could what?”, Juliette responds. “Feed, from me. I mean you did the first night, in the pantry. Are you not interested?” Cal asks interested in Juliette’s answer.
“Of course, I would love to Calliope but honestly I wasn’t sure if that would be something you would be interested in. Would it?”, Juliette questions. “I mean, I would trust you to. Like not tonight but when I’m better. We could talk about it some more. I just want to take care of you Jules.” Cal says smiling. Juliette nods, “cool, well. That is something I look forward to Cal.” Jules says, “but for now, you are all patched up. But you should rest. Nurses orders.” Juliette says with a smile.
“Will you stay? Please?”, Cal asks softly. Juliette leans down to Cals ribs kissing around her bandage. “Of course”, Juliette whispers with a smile. “Hugs?”, Cal says with a smile, sitting up. “Hugs”, Jules laughs. Opening up her arms as Cal settles into her. “Calliope”, Jules whispers, “hmmm?” Cal responds.
“No matter how bloody you are, I will always come to take care of you. Whether it’s a paper cut or a knife wound or a set of monsters talons. I will be here for you rain or shine, and mind you ok.” Juliette whispers. Calliope nods smiling looking up towards Juliette. Juliette leans down, softly kissing Cal. “Sleep now Calliope, I’m here to protect you.” Juliette whispers again. Cal smiles leaning on Juliette’s chest, allowing sleep to take her.