Ben 10 Porn Story: Alien Demon or Undead – Chapter 2

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Chapter Two

Resting his elbows on his knees, Ben sat on his bed, torn by indecision. He had spent most of the Saturday afternoon with Gwen and Kevin, discussing the situations and the latest visitors to the area. They seemed to be in agreement: stay out of it and let the situation resolve itself. He couldnt bring himself to accept that, though.

Were supposed to be protecting the Earth, he thought, recalling his earlier arguments. So far, the Highbreed have been the biggest threat. How can I just sit by and watch them cause more trouble? It wasnt their fight, they told him. Getting in the middle of a feud between the Highbreed and a pair of vampires would be suicide. The pair could handle themselves. What if they become a bigger problem than the rest of the aliens weve dealt with?

He shook his head, unwilling to follow that train of thought. They couldnt be that bad, could they? After all, he was certain that they could have caused some serious damage to the teenagers, but they hadnt. They hadnt been completely honest either, though.

Standing, he grabbed his jacket and slipped it on. A glance at the clock told him it was only a few minutes past eight, early enough for what he had planned, but late enough for the sun to have set. His hand reached for the doorknob, but stopped, returning to his side as he turned towards the window. The last thing he wanted to do was to try to explain this to his parents.

No, he realized with a humorless laugh. The last thing I want to do is try to have a casual conversation with a pair of vampires by myself. He turned the dial on the Omnitrix, selecting the appropriate alien before pressing his palm down on the image. It surprised him how painless the change was. The distortion of bone and muscle as it reformed into something else should have caused him to scream in agony, but he had discovered that it wasnt even that uncomfortable. It was a strange sensation, to feel himself stretching and realigning into something different, but he remained grateful that it never hurt.

A thin vapor collected in front of his mouth as he breathed, his wings spreading out behind him. With a thought, his form faded, passing through the wall easily before solidifying once more. He knew that he could have reached his destination quicker had he chosen Jetray, but he wanted the extra time to think, to figure out exactly what he would say.

*****

Damn it, Kevin grumbled as a drop of oil splattered onto his forehead.

Such language for one so young.

His eyes narrowed as he heard the familiar voice and he wiped the dark residue from his forehead with the back of his hand before rolling out from under the car. He was on his feet almost instantly, glaring at the figure leaning in the doorway of the garage. One hand tightened into a fist while the other inched towards the hood of the car, his teeth clenched as he addressed the unwelcome visitor.

What the hell are you doing here? he demanded.

Are you always so hospitable? Lothan asked, a hint of a grin dancing across his features.

Im not going to ask you again, the dark-haired youth warned.

That is comforting to know. The vampire stalked forward, chuckling softly. I find it far too annoying when one feels the need for repetition. He stopped a few feet away, his unblinking gaze settled on the teenager as he spoke again. I wanted a chance to talk to you alone.

Right. Kevins skepticism was clear in his tone as he watched him warily. So, talk.

Usually, when one has a guest, he would at least try to be polite. The pupils and whites vanished as his eyes took on a dark blue glow. Perhaps you missed that lesson in etiquette. You have not even offered a drink.

What ever happened to not hurting young ones? As his palm landed on the hood of the car, he felt the hard, green cover spread over his skin.

Young is a relative term, Lothan replied, his grin revealing a pair of elongated canines. My wife is stricter on that than I am. I simplify it to refusing to harm innocents. You, however, are not exactly innocent, are you?

I put that behind me, he retorted defensively. Or maybe you missed that memo?

Have you really? An eyebrow arched as his grin shifted to a smirk. And what about those that you have hurt in the past? Have they put it behind them as well?

Youre one to talk. The teen took a step forward, his muscles tense. How many people have you hurt over the years? How many people have you killed?

I do not think you want an answer to that. Glowing eyes narrowed as he continued. One more would not make a difference.

Think you can bite through steel? Kevin challenged.

I suppose we will find out.

*****

As soon as the house came into view, Ben descended to the ground, his wings wrapping around his form. With a bright flash of green, he returned to his human appearance and took a deep breath before walking towards the building. His unease grew, his heart beating faster with each step as he glanced up at the structure.

It seemed like an ordinary house; two floors with a wrap-around porch held up by columns. Light tan siding helped it to blend in with the landscape and he noticed the damage from the previous night was gone. The desert sand seemed undisturbed, almost as if the battle he had witnessed never took place. The windows on the second floor were dark, but a warm, inviting glow came from the first level.

He looked over his shoulder, gazing at the tiny silhouette of his town in the distance. His instincts screamed at him, telling him once again that this was a bad idea, but he ignored them and faced the house. Another deep breath filled his lungs before he slowly exhaled and approached it. He cautiously ascended the wooden steps, his hand lifting to knock on the door.

Before he could complete the motion, the door swung open, inviting him inside. He hesitated, recalling a scene from a horror movie that he had recently watched, but forced the unwelcome images to the back of his mind. As soon as he entered, the door swung closed on silent hinges, the soft click causing him to spin around in alarm.

Ok, now this is getting creepy, he thought as he tried to force his heartbeat to slow to a normal rhythm. He swallowed hard, turning towards the short corridor before him. Before he could call out to announce his presence, he was greeted by a melodic voice.

You do not have to stand in the foyer all evening, Ben.

He followed the voice, wincing at the sound of his sneakers on the floor as he stepped into the living room. His gaze fell upon the figure seated on one of the sofas, her legs curled beneath her as a book rested on her lap. The small globes of light still hovered around the ceiling and they seemed to brighten as he entered the room. His carefully prepared words failed him as he paused inside the doorway and he simply nodded when she motioned to the other sofa.

Please, sit and relax, she said.

Thanks. He was glad to at least remember his manners as he sat, his eyes never leaving her. I hope Im not bothering you, Mrs. Konistav.

Lalasa, she corrected with a smile. No need for formalities.

Right. He cleared his throat as he watched her close the book and set it aside. Ill try to make this quick.

I have all night.

Well, I dont. Leaning forward, he rested his elbows on his knees. My friends think we should stay out of this, but I dont think I can do that.

This is not your fight. She stood, crossing the room to the kitchen, and pulled a glass down from the cabinet. After filling it, she grabbed a bottle of water from the refrigerator and returned to the living room, handing him the bottle before resuming her seat. I have a feeling that we will have to deal with more of those creatures while we are here and I do not want to see innocent bystanders hurt in the process.

Thats the thing, he replied as he leaned back. Were not exactly bystanders in all of this. Weve been fighting the Highbreed for a while now. So, if theyre involved in any trouble, then its kind of my job to find out whats going on and stop it. I can only do that if I know the truth.

You already know more than you should, she stated. Believe me, the less you know from here on out, the better. My husband and I have only involved the local population when absolutely necessary. If these Highbreed become more of a problem, we have allies that we can contact to assist us.

But why call them when were right here? Ben argued. We know how they work. We can help.

You are speaking for your friends, now. I thought they did not want to be a part of this.

If I can convince them that youre not here to hurt anyone, then they might be willing to help too. He twisted the cap off of the bottle and took a sip of the water, his confidence returning as the conversation progressed. You can trust me, Lalasa. I just want to help.

She seemed to consider his words as he watched her lift her glass to take a sip of the thick, crimson liquid. He forced down the discomfort he felt towards the beverage, deciding that he should be thankful that his own blood didnt fill the glass. Her expression changed slightly, her ivy tattoos shifting across her skin as she finally spoke.

Very well. What do you want to know?

*****

Stay still! Kevin yelled in frustration as he struck empty air yet again.

There would be little fun in that, Lothan laughed from behind him. We can try it your way though.

The teenager spun around, fist clenched as the momentum carried it towards the vampire. His triumphant grin vanished when the visitor lifted a hand, catching the thrown punch with apparent ease. Lothans grip tightened, causing the steel coating to crack before he released his hold. Kevin stepped back, green flakes falling from his hand as he tried to catch his breath. He watched the vampire, expecting retaliation, but none came.

Why arent you attacking me? he demanded angrily.

Is that why you think I am here? He arched a brow, the glow fading from his eyes as he chuckled.

So, you just came here to screw with me. His tone made it clear that the words were an observation instead of a question. If thats the only reason you have, then you can see yourself out. I dont have time for this crap.

You apparently have no sense of humor, either.

Maybe yours is just too twisted for my tastes, he retorted. Im still waiting for you to tell me what you want. He folded his arms over his chest as the steel coating retreated from his form.

Initially, I figured it might be beneficial to have a word with you, Lothan replied with a shrug. However, your short temper presented an opportunity that I could not resist.

And whats that?

Amusement, my friend. The vampire grinned, his fangs gone as he regarded the youth. For those of us with eternity before us, we take our humor where we find it.

Lets get one thing straight, Kevin began as he glared at him. Im not your friend. Id like nothing better than the thought of never seeing you again. So, why dont you take your sick sense of humor and get the hell out of my garage.

Very well, he conceded with half a bow. He stepped past him, his boots silent on the concrete before he paused. I suppose you will just have to wait for your friends return to learn the status of his discussion with my wife.

What? His expression went through a slow transformation: anger to confusion to panic to suspicion. Youre lying. Even Ben wouldnt be dumb enough to go there alone.

Then I suppose it was another giant blue moth with his scent that I passed on my way here. Lothan turned, a grin forming on his lips as he regarded the youth. I doubt he saw me, but believe me when I tell you that he was heading for my current residence.

Kevin cast a glance at his car, silently cursing the fact that he had chosen that particular evening to change the oil. When he looked back to the visitor, he felt a fresh wave of anger spread through his entire being. He could see the amusement in the vampires eyes and wanted nothing more than to break his jaw.

If she hurts him He couldnt finish the sentence, couldnt find the words to express just what he would do to them if Ben was found injured or worse. Instead, he left the threat hanging and met the dark blue gaze with a furious glare.

Calm yourself, Kevin. The words were laced with a tone of command and the teenager felt an odd sensation sinking into his mind. His anger faded as he felt his muscles relax, part of his thoughts screaming in alarm even as a smile worked its way onto his features. That is much better. Now, I want you to listen carefully. Your friend is in no danger. You would do well not to worry yourself over his absence. Lothan took a step back, edging towards the open door of the garage. I believe it would be best if you simply forgot about this little meeting. With that said, he turned, silent steps taking him out into the night. He paused, giving one last glance over his shoulder as the teenager blinked in confusion. My apologies, young man. I suppose I have the wrong address.

Hey, no problem man. He watched the stranger depart and turned back to his car. Sure hope he finds what hes looking for, he mused as he slid back under the vehicle.

*****

So, you dont even know what theyre after? Ben asked in disbelief.

I doubt that they even know what they are seeking, Lalasa replied with a shrug. They know the effect that they want, but not what creates it.

Ok, so what effect do they want? He leaned back and sipped his water, the bottle nearly half empty.

Before I explain that, it is important that you understand a few things about me, she stated. As you know, Lothan and I are from a different realm. Your cousin was correct when she said she felt strong magic here. She gave a slight smile at his surprised expression. We have excellent hearing, Ben. Your world is built on technology while ours is thick with magic. The two forces rarely function together. One usually overcomes the other, depending on which is stronger.

So that explains why the Omnitrix doesnt work in here, he observed. It seemed strange that such a powerful piece of alien technology could simply cease to function, but he could find no other explanation. As she arched a questioning brow, he held up his wrist. This. It lets me change into different aliens, but as soon as I got close to the house, it just shut off. It started working again on the way home last night.

Interesting. She seemed to observe the item for a moment before lifting her amethyst gaze to his. Magic could certainly account for that. During my first visit to Los Angeles, I managed to disable a friends security system purely by accident. A soft laugh drifted on the air as she recalled the memory. Needless to say, he was not pleased. However, sometimes such things are beyond my control. Magic is something that is ingrained in me. Even as a mortal, I was well-versed in the Arcane. I had been studying since I was a child.

I guess that part of the myth is true, then. His words were directed to himself, but he saw her tip her head to the side as she considered them. The whole vampire myth, I mean. You were alive one, right?

Once, she admitted. A very long time ago.

How long? He regretted the question almost as soon as it left his lips, remembering something about it being rude to ask a woman her age. Nevermind, its not really that important, is it?

It is alright, Ben. Her tone was gentle as she continued. There is no crime in curiosity. It has been nearly a millennium since I have drawn breath. She paused and laughed softly. You look surprised. Would you believe that my husband is more than two hundred years older than I am?

But why does he look human and you dont?

Because he was human before he was turned, she replied. I was only half human, on my fathers side. My mother was an elf.

An elf? he asked skeptically, resisting the urge to laugh. The image of Santas workshop danced in his mind and he bit his lower lip, unable to picture the woman before him as a part of it. Seriously?

You are sitting here conversing with a vampire and yet you find it difficult to believe in the existence of elves? She shook her head slightly. I have the feeling that you have an inaccurate view of my mothers people, although I do not believe that I even want to know what that is. The elves of my homeland are guardians of the forest and keepers of Arcane secrets. They are similar in appearance to humans, with a few small differences. I have been told that I look a lot like my mother, if that helps.

Yeah, a little. His mind took him along a different path; away from the North Pole and into a dense forest. He recalled a story he had read over the summer; a story of magic and dragons and, he remembered, elves. Anyway, he changed the subject, you said you know what effect the Highbreed are going for?

Yes, she replied with a nod. At least, I think I do. They want something that will disable technological devices. I have several items that contain enough magic to accomplish that, but nothing that I would trust those creatures with. I am unsure of their intentions, but I have been careful to limit our influence on your world. I would rather not change that now.

Its a good thing you didnt give them anything, he assured her. The Highbreed want to wipe out every human on the planet. They think theyre superior to everything else.

How many of them are there? She had drained her glass and set it on the table beside her, but her eyes flashed briefly with a bright, violet glow.

Im not sure, he said uneasily. The change in her demeanor worried him, to say the least, and for a moment, he second-guessed his decision to visit her. Weve dealt with them a couple of times, mostly outside of town, but I dont know if they have any one place to hang out. Weve really only seen one at a time. Even one is almost more than we could handle.

She nodded as she rose from the sofa and began pacing. His eyes followed her, observing every detail. Her footsteps made no sound and no shadow fell from her form. She was obviously agitated, but so far had made no move towards him. He cast a glance at the corridor that led to the entrance to the house, almost wondering if he would be able to make it out of there.

Ben shook his head, banishing the thought. She had plenty of opportunity to hurt him, hadnt she? So far, they had just been discussing the situation. So why do I feel like I should be running away? Maybe it was the realization that he was alone with someone who had done something that he hadnt accomplished. He had watched her and her husband kill a Highbreed, and then walk away without a scratch. Her posture worried him, too. She had gone from calm serenity to borderline fury in a matter of seconds.

You are frightened, she stated. When he opened his mouth to deny it, she lifted a hand. Superior senses, remember? Your heart is racing and I can smell your fear. Rest assured, Ben, I have no intention of harming you. It is just She paused, almost as if searching for the right words. I have close friends that reside in your world. If these Highbreed intend to harm them, then I must deal with the threat. If that means that I must hunt them down one by one, then so be it.

*****

Kevin had just finished pouring the last quart of oil when he heard his phone. Setting the empty container aside, he fished the device out of his pocket, grinning when he saw the name on the caller-ID.

Hey, Gwen, he greeted cheerfully.

Kevin, I think Ben might be in trouble. She sounded worried and his brow furrowed slightly.

Im sure hes fine, he replied, certain in his assessment.

Really? Her tone was skeptical. Kevin, his parents just called. He managed to leave the house without them seeing him. I already called Julie and she hasnt seen him either.

So? Cant you track him?

I did, she said. Hes outside of town. When he didnt respond, she continued. Fifteen miles outside of town. In the desert.

Maybe Big Chill wanted to have another litter, he offered with a chuckle.

I cant believe youre joking about this!

Gwen, listen, Im sure Ben is alright, he assured her again. I dont see what youre so upset about.

Gee, I dont know, she replied angrily. Maybe because theres a pair of vampires in a little house Fifteen miles outside of town!

Vampires? he echoed in confusion. Really?

Kevin, what is wrong with you? Gwen demanded. He held the phone a few inches away from his head, wincing at the volume.

Alright, he conceded. Ill come pick you up and we can check it out if itll make you feel better. Hearing her agree, he disconnected the call and slid the phone back into his pocket. He closed the hood of his car and climbed into the drivers seat.

Something pulled at the back of his mind, but he couldnt place it. Gwen had sounded so sure that her cousin was in danger, but it seemed impossible. Kevin couldnt imagine that scenario. Of course hes alright, he thought. Well go take a nice drive out to the desert and shell see that nothings wrong. Maybe we can catch a late movie afterwards. He grinned at the thought as he pulled out of the garage. Might have to be a chick flick though. Oh well, I can deal with that.