*The wind blew all around her, endless hills of sand in constant motion. This barren land, that was the reason for many deaths in Elsweyr, almost seemed to scream at Artemis. Howls from the wind warning her about something…something dangerous.

The Khajiit stood and faced her home land, yelling back in reply to its howling. "What do you want from me? I don't understand your warnings, but I need to return home! I have to save them this time!" Artemis threw her paws to her ears and ran towards the lights that marked life in this endless darkness. The sand was red, almost like fire, and the sky an odd shade of purple. She continued to run even though the lights never seemed to come any closer.

Suddenly trees grew around her; wolves' howling replacing the wind and the roaring of a dragon in the distance, but those lights still remained. The ground squished underneath her bare feet, creeping in between her toes. Artemis looked down to see her fur had been replaced with pale white skin. A black short skirt enveloped by a shimmering grey fabric replaced her lose tan shorts. The wrappings around her breast had turned into a skin tight shirt that met with this skirt.

Artemis stopped at a stream, side tracked by her strange new skin and any other changes. Her short, spiky auburn hair and cat ears were now long, chocolate locks that were partially pulled back. Her whole face transformed to one that resembled a Nordic one: with pink tinted cheeks and full, dark lips. She turned to look behind her to see that her tail too was gone. As she turned her gaze to her clawless fingers, a dark abyss opened beneath her.

It seemed like she was falling, a fall that didn't come to a stop or hint at one, until she found herself floating over a pool of water. The place around was beautiful and went on for forever, but had a haunted feel to it. Where am I? Her thought echoed off the walls, making her rescan her surroundings for anyone else. She then realized she was unable to move.

A figure appeared out of the shadows, an almost cat-like silhouette. "My daughter, it matters not where you are. You must leave this place, leave me." That last sentence was the last thing this woman had said to her. The Khajiit's raspy words hitting Artemis with a sicken force.

"Why must I leave again and how are you here? I thought you were…" she chocked on the last word, unable to say such a thing about her mother. This woman was practically the only one she had after her father disappeared. The reality of her death shot pain through her and tears to stream down her soft cheeks.

"You just have to trust me again. I'll be damned if I can't save you again. Now leave and forget this stupid wish of yours. You're a highly skilled Khajiit and must be proud of this!" her words echoed off the hidden walls as Artemis's mother exploded into flames, pushing her back and awakening her.*

Artemis's plead for her mother to come backed filled the cavern she laid in. a pair of lips pressed themselves against her cheek, followed by cooing in her ear…Jamie. The vampire backed away and chuckled at her hissing.

"Lovey, I was only trying to calm you down. It seemed as those your dream wasn't very pleasant, correct?" he titled his head like a lost puppy dog, his hair swinging in front of his blood red eyes. Artemis took a second to look this threat over again. This time he wore a white shirt, which was ripped down the center to the bottom of his rib cage, and tight fitted black pants.

"Just leave me alone." She growled, standing with the blanket cascading down her back. She made her way to a glass on the table, thankful it was water. She sighed as the cool liquid quenched her thirst and soaked her dry mouth. Returning her gaze to Jamie, she narrowed her eyes at a letter in his hand. "So what's you\r little deal for that potion?"

"Silly child, the potion is gone." He laughed, as though this was obvious.

"What do you mean go…"

"Hush," Jamie placed a finger to her lips, "have you not looked at yourself?" What does that have to do with anything, unless…would he dare do such a thing?! Artemis scrambled to the table, remembering a mirror she spotted there. Hesitantly grabbing it, she slowly raised it to examine her face. Another scream filled this silent cave followed by glass shattering and a body hitting the floor. Artemis looked at her furless hands, and then dug at her flesh with dull nails. Tears flowed down her face, soaking the top of her shirt. "W-what's wrong? Do you not like…" A laugh lightened Jamie's distraught, making him laugh with her. "I see you're over joyed, but you must listen now. This potion will last only until you're finally pleased. Depending on the result you may stay like this or return back to a Khajiit. I'd advise you finish my task before this occurs." Throwing his letter down to Artemis, Jamie's smirk finally fell to a solemn frown.

"What is it I must do and what if I refuse?" She stood to face the serious vampire head on.

"I'll kill you; after I make you watch me kill your friends and that precious Nord of yours…you can't afford to refuse." All emotion had left his voice, actually making him seem threatening.

"A deal I can't refuse, well played."

"Of course., now read that letter and pray we never meet again my sweet kitty." Jamie once again kissed her cheek and Artemis found herself covered in straw. What the… Looking around she realized she was in the Whiterun stables…wearing a very revealing dress.

That sneaky bastard, there better be a good reason for this. The straw covered woman stood and growled about how she'd kill Jamie if they ever crossed paths again. Guess I better read this damned letter.

My sweet little Artemis,

If my actions were harsher than expected, I'm quite sorry. Now to explain our little deal, I want a bother of mine dead. I believe she goes by the name Arcadia…

…Didn't she save me though.

You're probably wondering why this woman. Well she's the vampire responsible for your near death experience and attack on Whiterun. Happy hunting.

A low growl emerged from this livid woman's lips. Artemis ran to her house, thankful to the showy disguise that caused the guards to think her a simple concubine. She pulled out a piece of paper, writing down a death warrant contract that was used by the Dark Brotherhood. After finishing this forged report, she slipped into her robes and snuck out of a window. As she made her way past the shops to Dragons Reach, a few people seemed to hide and no one would make eye contact with her. Artemis wore a hidden smirk as she handed Jarl Bulgruf the fake document.

"Isn't this a pleasant surprise, a visitor, but it seems your clothing says otherwise." He frowned down at the paper that now laid in his hand. He reluctantly read it with brows furrowed. "Who is this "vampire disguised as a vampire and cause of the recent attack'?" Artemis motioned for him to continue reading. A sigh escaped his tired lips as his answer was found. "I suppose I must leave this up to you. May everyone here be witness to the agreement to the execution of the alchemist Arcadia!" A silent murmur rolled across the room. As Artemis turned to leave the Jarl asked her one final question. "May I know your name assassin?" With a quick shake of her head, Artemis had disappeared out the door.

Waving off the offer of a headsman's axe, she drew out a dagger enchanted for burning vampires from the inside out. The guards were just finishing binding her hands behind Arcadia's back when she arrived. The guards backed away as Artemis kicked the vampire's legs out from underneath her. She knelt and pulled Arcadias hair to get a good look at her now scratched up face. "Aren't you going to show your fangs…vampire?"

"You bitch!" Arcadia screeched her fangs and glowing eyes on display for everyone. A few stumbled back, someone screamed, almost everyone gasped, and on drunk man laughed saying he knew all along.

Artemis whispered into the screaming woman's ear. "You're going to eat those words, wench. I have no feeling off pity for you, but would like to thank you for healing my wounds." Before Arcadia could say a word, Artemis stabbed her with the enchanted dagger straight into her heart. "Oh, and Jamie says hi." A hiss escaped her lips before she burst into a pile of sand. Sheathing her weapon, the assassin left without another word or sound. A growing grin hid behind her mask.

She returned to the stables and was about to climb onto the carriage when a man called out to her. Artemis whipped around to see Farkas casually walking to her. Maybe this is my chance to reveal my love him. The disguised woman crossed her arms, slowly walking towards him.

"You Brotherhood members truly are hard to find, 'like shadows in the night'." Farkas grinned, quoting her usual comparison for the assassins.

"Isn't that the point? Anyways, was there something you wanted?" He eliminated the remaining space and leaned down towards her ear. I must be taller, he isn't leaning down as much as her usually does. She started to blush from the closeness, hoping her mask hid it. "I like my personal space, thank you." She forced her voice into a growl. "If you have something to say do not whisper it into my ear. Wait, aren't you that Companion our little kitty at the sanctuary is smitten by?" Let's hope this plan works…

"A 'kitty'...S-smitten by me? I must not know her due to the fact of Khajiits wooing over me." He looked so sad and she had to hold herself back from comforting him.

"Hm…you really don't know who I mean?" This seemed to hurt her horribly. Farkas scowled, shaking his head. "Sigh, I suppose I must break the news to her. See you around."

"Wait! I'll listen to whatever you have to say. Who is this Khajiit you're speaking of?" He grabbed her hand, a pleading look shining I his eyes.

"Aren't you so cute. Her name is Artemis, has a few ear piercing and auburn fur. Oh, and blue-green eyes, ring any bells?"

"Yes…so she's in love with me?" Artemis had to pull her mask up with her free hand to hide the growing blush.

"Perhaps…why raise your eye brow..?" She swallowed down the lump in her throat so she could continue her sentence. "I swear to Sithis I'm telling the truth, cross my heart." Artemis took her index finger and drew an 'x' above her left breast.

"I believe you, but…why doesn't she tell me herself, love?" Love?! Either he knows I'm lying or is trying to woo the mystery assassin before him…I hope it's the first but my plan would fail if that's the case.

"Maybe she will the next time you see her."

"And when will that be? Also, you seem so sure. I have this feeling she's hiding from me." Shit!

"Keep your suspicions to yourself, mutt!"

"So she is, right?" Farkas kept calm as Artemis pretended to be disgusted and attempted to pull away from his grasp.

"And if she is? But I highly don't anyone could love a mutt such yourself. Now unhand me!" Artemis punched him across the jaw, causing Farkas to fall back on his ass and pulled her down with him. Her eyes widened with fear at how heated her words were. She was frozen on top of this man, who she was sure to now have ill feelings toward her.

"What's wrong with you…after saying such words and punching me…"

"I'm sorry! I'm so very sorry Farkas. I didn't mean any of those words; I just don't know what came over me!" Tears streamed down her face as she removed her mask. Artemis so badly wanted to tell him how she felt, but she couldn't find her voice.

"What a relief." He sighed underneath her and slumped down into the mud. "I thought I'd mistaken you for another woman. If you say such things to me again I make break, got it Artemis?

She nodded and mumbled the words that she never could form onto her lips. "I love you, Farkas."

"I know, love. I….I love you too. And you're never to doubt that." She nodded her head, jumping at the thunder that was followed by rain. Farkas sat up, positioning her between his legs, and grabbed her chin. He leaned his head in closer, closing his eyes, and Artemis had no plans of escape. She closed her eyes in anticipation; the pure excitement of finally meeting his lips with hers caused Artemis to shiver.

Farkas startled her by roughly pressing his soft, wet lips firmly against her. He seemed unable to hold himself back. At first she let herself sink into him, the sound of the thunder and her thoughts being washed away by this bliss. A sudden jolt of adrenaline caused Artemis to push Farkas back, pinning him back into the mud, and deepened their kiss. He had to forcefully push her off so he could catch his breath.

"You announce your love for me, then almost kill me with a kiss?" Farkas let out a breathless chuckle and her blush returned. He nibbled lightly on her ear, drawing out a soft moan from Artemis. "Love, if you keep those looks and sounds up I may just have to rip your clothes off right here…" He whispered seductively against her neck.

She leaned down and licked his collarbone. A grunt passed his lips before Farkas stood, scooping Artemis into his arms. "Where are we going, a magical land of flowers?" She laughed at her smart ass remark; sure he'd drop her in the mud.

"No, much better than that, but you'll have to wait until we get there." Artemis was puzzled by his words. I'll have to wait? What is he going to do with me?! Her question was answered by the sound of fabric ripping and her vision being blocked. Farkas had blind folded her with a piece of his shirt.

"You know I don't really like surprises." She pouted as she felt herself being set blindly on the carriage. He returned, almost causing her to fall off as he hopped on, to help her sit after exchanging whispered directions with the driver. Where in oblivion is he taking me?

She froze in place as he whispered in her ear. "And you owe me for that punch back there."

*Author's Note: FINALLY A NEW CHAPTER! Any-who .I hope everyone likes it. But i do wonder what the carriage driver was thinking throughout that last seen...'Free Hentai!'...maybe that. Thanks for reading. Don't forget to rate and comment*