The Quarrel

Next Morning, When Ethan Josiah Jaxon and Henry retuned after hunting for blood Fletcher was sitting in Jaxon's spacious living room.

"Father?". Jaxon was surprised. He bowed down in respect for his father.

"God bless you Jax". Fletcher smiled.

"How did you came here Father? I mean, you should've told us". Josiah said.

"I don't allow anyone to speak in front of me. But both of you satisfied me a lot. So, you can ask me anything". Fletcher told.

"I'm sorry Father". Josiah looked down. "I was just curious".

"It's okay". Fletcher said.

"Greetings Father ". Henry said.

"Thanks ". Fletcher nodded.

"So, what brought you here?". Ethan said and sat on the couch pulling his leg up and placing it on the other. He didn't even waited for Fletcher to permit them.

Jaxon and Josiah were standing surprised at Ethan's behavior.

"You ill mannered man". Fletcher said. He was becoming angry.

"Ill mannered? Me? Seriously?_ I mean, you cursed me for no reason and I can't even talk to you bluntly". Ethan chuckled.

"Ethan! Stand up". Jaxon said. He was scared that Fletcher might get angry.

"Let him sit". Fletcher rubbed his hands together. "He's just like me".

"Obviously! I'm your son". Ethan raised his eyebrows.

"I got to know that you are planning to finally kill the Monsters.. but let me tell you, your strategy will fail". Fletcher changed the topic.

"Which Strategy?". Ethan sat up straight.

"You can never get the girl back without killing them first". Fletcher replied.

"What?". Ethan was surprised. "I can!".

"You can't Ethan". Fletcher shook his head. "It's risky".

"You_". Before Ethan could say something, Fletcher interrupted him.

"Don't risk your and my Vampires' lives.. they'll burn you alive". He stood up and went out of the house.

Ethan stood up, watching him go.

Silence.

After a while, William, Rosie, Asher, Ryan and Michael came in. As soon as they entered, they started feeling restless.

"Welcome". Josiah said.

"Thank_you". William nodded. "Is everything ok?". He looked at Ethan and Jaxon who were as quiet as dove.

"No_". Ethan replied and took off his jacket revealing his muscular body bulging out of the sleeveless shirt. "We'll have a fight.. you were the one who told Father about my plans". He blamed Jaxon.

"Wait, What?". Jaxon was surprised. "Oh my God No!".

"I'll kill you Jax". Ethan was furious. He moved forwards to hit Jaxon but Josiah blocked his way and stood in front of him. "What the hell are you doing? Are you nuts? Will you fight your own brother?". Josiah asked.

"I'm not nuts and yes I will fight, last night, I was curious to see him leaving the house.. I get it now, he went to Father to tell him my plans". Ethan said.

"Why would I do this?". Jaxon started sobbing.

"Because you were unhappy with my plan.. you objected on my plan at Asher's place last night". Ethan replied. "Get out of the way! I'll kill him Josiah". He tried to push Josiah away but Josiah was firm. He grabbed Ethan's arm and slapped him on his face.

Ethan took some steps back. He was shocked. "You_ you slapped me? Your brother?".

"I did! Does it feel awkward? huh?". Josiah said. "Wouldn't you feel the same thing when you'll beat Jax?". Josiah was angry.

"You're on HIS side as well". Ethan smirked tauntingly.

"I'm supporting the truth". Josiah replied shortly.

"Truth? He is the truth?". Ethan chuckled.

"You're powerful, but it doesn't mean that you'll become rebel". Josiah said.

"Oh! So now, I'm rebel? A few minutes ago, Father told me that I'm ill mannered and now this shit!". Ethan was turning red. "I just want to fight in my own way.. is this my sin? You people are imposing your opinions forcefully on me".

"Yes We ARE! You know what? I, Henry and even RAY don't support this stupid plan of yours.. it's too risky". Josiah replied. "Jaxon's opinion has nothing to do with Father's opinion.. everyone knows that what you are trying to do is risky".

"Elaborate it please?". Ethan asked angrily.

"You cannot go in between the Monsters and save the girl.. they'll kill you! Without killing them, you can never save Alexa". Josiah explained.

"I'm just doing it for William and Rosie.. they helped me getting freedom from that stupid curse, leaving the part of their soul in between those bloody creatures.. you cannot feel the pain William goes through,.but I CAN! I'll save his daughter first and then kill the Monsters". Ethan said.

"It's impossible Ethan". Henry said ina low voice.

"It isn't". Ethan shouted. "But first, I'll kill Jaxon! How could you Jax? You stabbed me in the back".

Ethan moved at Jaxon again but Josiah was once again blocking the way. "Stop it Ethan! You cannot forsake the good he has done to you since the last 75 years". Josiah cried.

"I_ am not forsaking anything Josiah! I just want to know why he did this?". Ethan replied.

"I didn't told him anything Ethan! I went out to open the gate for Ray last night". Jaxon was drowned in tears.

"He's right.. I came over last night". Ray entered the living room, twirling the car keys in his index finger.

"Where the hell do you disappear Ray? You don't even care to tell ME!". Ethan said furiously.

"I'm sorry.. I was out to collect information about the ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY". Ray replied.

"Did you got something then?". Ethan asked.

"I did.. The biggest party is going to be held here in Cluj-Napoca where the Monsters from all over Transylvania will be coming. And one interesting fact, Ricardo Flemming is hosting the party". Ray told.

"What?Ricardo?". Ethan was surprised.

"Yeah.. Alexa will be with him and Katy, his wife will be there as well, The Monsters think Hawleys are out somewhere so they invited ME on their behalf. Celebration Parties will be carried out all over Romania so we need a big army of Vampires to kill them all.. Majority of the Monsters will be at this party, here in Cluj-Napoca". Ray said.

"Problem solved! We can get the girl back in minutes at the party". Josiah was happy. "Are you satisfied now?". He looked at Ethan.

Ethan was unable to say anything. He looked down and nodded. "I_ have a plan...will tell you after a while.. leave me and Jaxon alone". He said and wiped the sweat from his forehead.

"Fine". Josiah adjusted his shirt.

"I want to know more about the party Ray.. go and collect the data about the timing, the dressings, the passcodes and number of guests so that I can prepare for the battle accordingly". Ethan ordered.

"Aye Aye Captain". Ray smiled and went away.

Josiah gestured the group to follow him. "Don't you dare to do something stupid Ethan". He warned him and went upstairs, followed by Henry,and the group.

Ethan sighed and sat next to Jaxon. "So, it was a misunderstanding". He said.

"It wasn't. You already knew in your head but still you blamed me". Jaxon looked at him with eyes still full of tears.

"You know the reason as well". Ethan raised his eyebrows.

"I do". Jaxon nodded.

"Look, I'm sorry Jax". Ethan grabbed his hand.

"No need to say sorry". Jaxon said in a low voice.

"Come on Jax! I'm serious". Ethan wiped Jaxon's tears. "Pardon me".

"It's_ It's okay Ethan". Jaxon smiled. "I didn't minded. You wanted to say bullshit about Father but were compelled because of his honor so you became angry at me".

"I'm glad you understand". Ethan grinned. "Thank you for being so close to me Jax. I love you".

"Brothers DO love each other". Jaxon laughed.

"Hmm". Ethan nodded.

"Now let's cut this shit off, forget this Quarrel and do something interesting". Jaxon stood up.

"Like what?". Ethan asked.

"We can_ cook together! We can cook 1900s dishes for The Group". Jaxon said. "And I'll send you to buy spring onions, with Rosie!".

"Why with Rosie?". Ethan asked.

"So that you can spend more time with her". Jaxon smiled. "I know what's in your heart".

"Come on, she has already submitted her heart to Asher". Ethan shook his head.

"So what? Can't we even spend time with her?". Jaxon shrugged. "Asher hasn't bought her.. promise me, you'll go".

"Okay Okay". Ethan nodded.

Jaxon and Ethan went upstairs to where everyone was sitting.

"I have an idea". Jaxon said.

"What?". Michael asked.

"I and Ethan will cook for you people today..". Jaxon replied.

"Cook? You don't need no food". William said.

"I said for YOU PEOPLE". Jaxon chuckled.

Ethan sat on the couch next to Ryan.

"Hey hey hey! Don't sit! Go and bring some spring onions". Jaxon said to Ethan.

"What?". Ethan acted stunned.

"You heard me bro". Jaxon smiled.

"Alright, the only duty left for Ethan Wells is BUYING SPRING ONIONS? Are you nuts?". Ethan chuckled.

"No I'm not.. go and buy it". Jaxon pulled him up. "Bring the fresh ones".

"How would I know which one is fresh?". Ethan asked.

"Dunno". Jaxon shook his head. "Take..". He looked at the group. ".. Rosie with you! She's a girl, she'll know better".

"What? Me?". Rosie was startled.

"Yes you". Jaxon nodded.

"But_". Rosie was interrupted.

"I don't know why your sister feels reluctant to go with men". Josiah said to William. "She did the same thing in Hoia-Baciu when Asher was injured".

"She's a bit_ shy". William replied smiling.

"She shouldn't". Henry sat down on the floor. "She has a whole life ahead of her and other lives dependent on her.. tell her to get out of the MAMA'S GIRL thing". He winked at Ethan.

"Oh My God! Why am I being discussed?". Rosie said in a low voice.

"I think she's scared of going with me alone". Ethan said.

"No.. she is scared of William.. she thinks he wouldn't allow her". Josiah gave his opinion.

"I don't agree with you.. she's allergic to men". Jaxon smiled.

"No.. she's only allergic to Asher's dog Rubble. Remember when Asher scared her and she ran out of his room?". Henry giggled.

"Haha". Michael laughed out loud, so as William and Ryan.

"Stop giving your opinions okay? I was just shocked because.. uh nevermind.. after all this mental torture I have no other option left but to go with Ethan". Rosie stood up. "I'll bring the most fresh spring onions of Cluj-Napoca".

"Yeah.. Go go Rosie". Michael chuckled.

Rosie smiled at everyone and looked at Asher.

He nodded reluctantly, feeling jealoused.

"Let's go". Ethan said to Rosie, grabbed her hand, intertwined her fingers and led her out.

"You're coming with me Josiah". Jaxon said to Josiah as he headed downstairs towards the kitchen.

"Aye Aye Captain". Josiah nodded.

"You guys can do whatever you like.. I prepared fresh Bacardi last night.. you people should try it". Jaxon smiled.

"Sure". Ryan said.

"Let's take you to the bar". Henry stood up.

Ethan was driving quite slowly on the road. Rosie was confused by his behavior. He was driving at the corner of the road, looking at the side view mirror again and again.

"Are you Okay?". Rosie asked him.

"Yeah.. I umm.. I am driving after a long time you know,so I'm a bit scared". Ethan replied.

"Oh". Rosie nodded. She looked at Ethan and examined him. He had a perfect body shape. Even though his face was covered, he still looked handsome.

"What are you looking at?". Ethan asked.

"Uh.. nothing". Rosie shrugged.

Ethan laughed softly. "I know what's going on in your head".

"I never_ saw someone so perfect". Rosie said.

"Well, it means you didn't saw yourself in the mirror". Ethan replied.

"I'm talking about you!". Rosie chuckled. "Nice joke by the way".

"Joke? It's not a joke!You are perfect! You know I never talked to girls.. I hated girls. But you're the first girl I ever liked". Ethan said.

"What about the girl you were talking about in Michael's ridiculous truth or dare game?". Rosie asked.

"She was_". Ethan stopped.

"Hmm.. I caught your Lie!". Rosie chuckled.

"No I don't lie Rosie.. She was_YOU". Ethan said.

Rosie starred at her for a while. She swallowed and looked at him. Her heart was sinking.

"Me?". Rosie said in a shaking voice.

"Yeah". Ethan nodded. "Jax, Josiah and Henry already know it".

"Oh My God!". Rosie was surprised. "They too know it?".

"I'm sorry but there's no way I can hide my feelings from them. They're from within me". Ethan parked the car at a corner. He sighed. "Just_ forget what I said. Let's go buy spring onions".

He hoped out of the car to escape the suffocation.

Rosie stepped out slowly. "You brought me here on purpose, right?". She asked.

"Jaxon told me to.. it wasn't me". Erhan replied.

Rosie went closer to him and looked into his eyes. "You _ are_ Exalted". She said. A smile appeared on her face, she gave a big friendly hug to Ethan.

"What's this for?". Ethan asked.

"No one,or not at least ME can confess to someone so smoothly and easily! Your acts are so planned_and organized_and logical!". Rosie replied.

"So you're not angry at me like most of the girls do?". Ethan asked.

"No! I'm not! It's your right to open up your heart". Rosie smiled. "Look, I don't know how this would end, but I want you to not regret for not even trying. I can't believe Ethan Wells said this to ME. Thank you for telling me Ethan".

Ethan was now feeling like if he was flying high in the sky. He was excited and happy. "I feel at ease now". He said.

"That's good!". Rosie smiled. "Now, let's go!".

"Sure". Ethan nodded. "One last thing, don't tell Asher about it".

"Why?". Rosie asked. "I mean, I'll make him feel jealoused!".

"OMG! You clever little girl! Look how naughty you ARE! It's wrong.. don't tell him. He already hates me". Ethan chuckled.

"So, I was the reason why he yelled at Ryan that day?". Rosie said.

"Exactly". Ethan replied. "Hey! I don't support back bitting.. let's go now".