Hell's Gate Cemetery: Book #1, the Seed of the Purest Evil Takes Root

By Willie Taylor

"Somehow, someway, we will find a way to break the curse of this world!"

The struggle between good and evil is eternal. And it's about to visit a small town near Las Vegas, Nevada.

The son of the devil has come to wage war against the human race and to bring suffering to the Earth. Known as the Beast, his plan is devious and evil, and he knows it will fulfill his fervent desire to please his father. He spreads death and destruction upon the inhabitants of Paradise, Nevada, causing fear and terror wherever he roams.

But there is a small army of supernatural protectors bent on sending the Beast back to whence he came-if they can only overcome the horrifying power that he holds.

The first in a thrilling new series, Hell's Gate Cemetery is a spine-tingling tale of the ultimate good vs. the ultimate evil in a battle that will determine the fate of the entire human race.

Angels, Demons, Daemon, Ancient curses, Earthly Deities, Supernatural Heroes & Villain! This Book has it all! A True Horror/Sci-fi Thrill ride!

• Language: English
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Release date: Nov 4, 2008
• ISBN: 9780595859603

Willie Taylor

The author is an African American female who grew up in lower southeast Alabama east of Mobile Bay in a village sandwiched between Daphne and Fairhope experiencing a life surrounded by family, friends, and neighbors who lived productive, prosperous, and equitable exemplary lives comfortably, peacefully, and safely. Her immediate family members were/are highly respected and positive participating builders of and the growth of the best of what her community had to offer due to their leadership, ingenuity, professionalism, prosperity, and impartial sharing with their neighbors. She is a professional educator and researcher revered with receiving degrees and certificates of completion from several different esteemed colleges and universities in the United States. She has dedicated her life to learning, sharing, and caring so as be able to be of service to her Creator and fellow human beings.

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HELL’S GATE CEMETERY

Book #1, The Seed of the Purest Evil Takes Root

Willie Taylor

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Hell’s Gate Cemetery

Book #1, The Seed of the Purest Evil Takes Root

Copyright © 2008 by Willie Taylor

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Contents

Introduction

Prologue

CHAPTER 1

THE CONCEPTION OF THE BEAST

CHAPTER 2

THE BEAST COMETH

CHAPTER 3

THE ORDER OF THINGS

CHAPTER 4

THE ROOT OF ALL EARTHLY EVIL

CHAPTER 5

THE BEAST’S OMEGA UNDONE

CHAPTER 6

THE AMUN-RA COMETH

This Book is Dedicated to the Loving Memory of,

Sharon Taylor & Willie Williams

I would like to give Very Special Thanks to,

My Wife, Markia Taylor & My Grandmother, Geraldine Taylor,

Who together make up the better part of my Soul!

Introduction

Three of the most powerful men on the face of the earth sat upon their thrones in the secret location of their luxurious stronghold with grim looks upon their faces. Their eyes showed the stress of literally having the weight of the world on their shoulders. These grand figures were in deep thought, not saying a word, just concentrating while staring into nothingness.

Breaking his gaze, the man sitting upon the center throne looked at the other two. The Kaefur’s time has come once again, he said. Are we ready for him this time?

Are we ever truly ready for him, my Lord? said the man sitting on the throne to his left. And he grows stronger every time, so can we really be positive that we are prepared to face him?

We will defeat him as we have done every time that he has come! said the man sitting upon the throne to the right.

My brothers, I don’t know how much fight I have left in me, the man on the center throne said. I have fought and defeated Cain since time immemorial, yet the curse of this world continues to return. And the fact that we needed celestial aid to defeat his last incarnation proves how powerful he is. I just don’t think that I can do this anymore. Confusion riddled his face as he lowered his head in disgust.

My friend, I know that you have sacrificed everything to protect this world, but you can’t give up now! We will find a way to defeat the Beast once and for all, said the man to the left.

The man upon the center throne remained motionless in his posture of apparent disappointment.

I will lead an assault straight into the depths of hell and destroy Cain once and for all, said the man upon to the throne to the right.

I can’t let you do that; it would be utter suicide—even for a warrior as fierce and powerful as yourself. No, my friend, that is not even an option, said the man on the center throne. He had perked up a little just from the sincerity of his friend’s comment. Somehow, someway, we will find a way to break the curse of this world!

Prologue

Father, my time is upon us once again!

"Ah yes, my son, once again you have a chance to truly prove your worthiness as

Prince of this vast realm."

"Yes, Father, I shall not let you down this time. Two thousand years ago

I was defeated by his son,

But not before I began laying the groundwork for this visit.

My plan is pure genius; it can’t fail!

And hell, the humans are practically begging for my return!"

"Let’s hope so, my son, because I truly miss the taste of human flesh,

And the harmonious sounds of their suffering!"

"As do I Father, as do I. Now I shall leave you, Father,

For I have a date with Paradise!"

CHAPTER 1 

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THE CONCEPTION OF THE BEAST

Celestial forces converged upon the earth, as they had every two thousand years since the beginning of humankind, to enact an age-old curse. These magnificent powers commenced this affliction in the small suburban community of Paradise, Nevada, right on the outskirts of the City of Sin, where there lived a specific group of teenagers who were about to be preyed upon by evil as it began the curse anew.

This group of young adults was a part of the in crowd of their high school. There was Tom, who was the quarterback and captain of the football team at Paradise High School. Robert was the running back for the football team and Tom’s best friend. Jennifer, with her beautiful, long, blonde hair and hypnotizing blue eyes, was the most sought-after girl in the school, as well as the head cheerleader. And finally, there was Judy, who was Jennifer’s best friend and also a cheerleader. These teens, as well as the rest of the school, were in a buzz about the upcoming senior prom.

Everyone thought that Tom and Jennifer were a sure win for prom king and queen. Tom and Jennifer weren’t going steady; they were just dating, so it was still a toss-up whether they would even be going to the prom together. Thus, the biggest part of the buzz was that the other popular girls were trying to persuade Tom to choose them instead of Jennifer. Little did they know, Tom already knew exactly what he wanted, and he was determined to get it.

A few days before the night of the prom, Tom and Robert discussed their plans for the big night.

So, Bob, you taking Judy to the prom or what? said Tom.

Yeah, man, I asked her yesterday. You know you owe me big time for this too, man. Because I could be taking Cindy, who is way more gorgeous than Judy could ever think of being, said Robert.

Just look at it like this. You know you can get Cindy; well here’s your chance to get Judy too. Besides, you know that Jennifer will be a little more comfortable with Judy around, said Tom.

Yeah, well, like I said, you owe me, buddy.

Anyway, I got the transportation taken care of. My dad has reserved us a limo.

Good, ’cause my parents are acting real tight with the funds, talking about how I should have saved up from my job and allowance. Hell, I used that money for clothes and stuff, so that they didn’t have to spend their money. We’ll see who gets stingy when I make it to the NFL, said Robert.

It’s all good, man; you don’t have to worry about that crap now. Everything is set. Oh yeah, now you know Jennifer is like the last seventeen-year-old virgin on the planet, right. Well, if I can help it, she won’t be after prom night.

Oowee! What you got in mind to scheme Ms. Goody-two-shoes out of them panties?

Well, I was hoping that you can help me out with some ideas. What we got to work with is the fact that she’s a little on the timid side and the fact that I know that she’s about ready to give in to me.

A bit on the skittish side, is she? Well, how about we take the girls on a walk through the cemetery. And we can tell them some scary stories and stuff, and then comfort them. That way, by the time we leave the cemetery, it’ll be on!

By George, Bob, I think you’ve got something.

*            *            *            *

That same day, on the way home from school, Jennifer and Judy discussed their plans for prom night.

Judy, I’m so glad that you decided to go to the prom with Bob. Now with you there, I won’t be so nervous, Jennifer said with a sigh of relief.

Well, I couldn’t let you be the only one with a hunk on your arm. Plus, the double date thing is more convenient—especially with Tom’s dad renting us a limo, said Judy.

Oooww, Tom is soo fine. You know what … I think prom night is going to be the night, said Jennifer.

WHAT!? asked Judy.

Uh-huh …

You’re finally going to do it, huh? Are you sure that Tom’s the one? You know that he can be an arrogant bastard at times. Are you sure that isn’t all that he’s after?

I’m as sure as I can be. But the bottom line is that I’m ready, and Tom is the guy I want it to be with, Jennifer said boldly.

So, you’ve made up your mind.

Yeah. And in your honest opinion, can you think of a better guy to give up my virginity to?

Well, Jenn, you got me there, because he’s definitely a better choice than my first. Just promise me one thing.

What?

That you’ll share all the intimate details with me afterward.

You might be too busy with Robert.

I don’t know. Maybe. Maybe not

Whatever. You know you want him, Jennifer said

We’ll just have to see how the night goes.

*            *            *            *

The day of the prom was a gloomy one weather wise, but that wasn’t enough to dim the spirits of a high school full of young adults juiced up on the thoughts of a night of fun and, perhaps, some sexual activities. Paradise High was in a total buzz about the festivities to take place that night. The school day was filled with last-minute dates being arranged and gossip on what couple was going to be elected prom king and queen. Most felt that if Tom and Jennifer went together, they were a sure win.

That night at the prom, the couples showed up like it was a major, red-carpet event, and for them it was. During the gala affair, it was like someone had spiked the punch with a healthy dose of Spanish fly. Couples were glued to each other. Multiple freakish and perverted acts were taking place. There was some major tongue wrestling going on. Young women (and men, for that matter) were being sexually molested all over the large auditorium. An air of pure lust had consumed the entire building, and for the most part, the adult chaperones didn’t even seem to care. This was possibly due to fact that they were even taking part in the action.

At some point during the night, the sexual tensions eased up a bit, and a slight sense of normality came into play. The regular schedule resumed. And when they got to the finale, and the votes were tallied, Tom and Jennifer were indeed crowned prom king and queen.

After the prom was over, Tom, Jennifer, Robert, and Judy rode around town in the limo. The four young adults talked for a while and then began to make out heavily. This went on for over a half an hour, and they did everything but have actual sexual intercourse.

Just before it got to the point of no return, their chauffeur interrupted saying, Are you ready to go to the cemetery, sir?

Yes, Tom quickly said.

It occurred to him that he hadn’t told the chauffeur of his plans to go to the cemetery. He didn’t question the chauffeur about it, though; he didn’t really care. Tom only had one thing on his mind.

"Cemetery! Judy squealed. Why are we going there?"

Tom said, I thought that it would be fun to walk through the cemetery and tell scary stories.

It does seem kind of romantic, said Jennifer.

Are you serious? said Judy.

Sure! It’ll be dark and spooky, and we can cuddle close to these big, strong men, said Jennifer.

*            *            *            *

Judy couldn’t believe that her friend, who could only watch certain horror films because most of them gave her nightmares, wanted to go to the cemetery. Since her friend was game, though, she couldn’t be a cop out, so she agreed to go as well.

When they arrived at the cemetery, Judy whispered to Jennifer, Are you positive that you want to go in there?

Yes, now stop being a chicken.

All right, all right.

They got out of the luxurious automobile, and Tom told the limo driver, We’re going to be in there for a while, so you might want to go somewhere else if you like. I’ll call you when we’re ready.

If it’s all the same to you, I’ll just wait out here for you guys. I’ll probably take a nap or something, said the chauffeur.

All right, sir.

As the couples approached the entrance of the cemetery, an abnormally large dog stood in their path. The dog was unchained and unrestricted in any way. The girls jumped back as soon as they saw the enormous creature. Robert staggered back also. But Tom just stood there, fixated on the dog, as the dog stared directly back at him.

*            *            *            *

Robert knew for a fact that his best friend was afraid of dogs, because it was just about the only thing that Tom was scared of.

What the hell are you doing, man? Robert said.

Tom didn’t say a word; he just continued to stare at the dog. Then he began to approach the huge animal. Robert went to grab him, but Tom jerked away from him.

*            *            *            *

As Tom got within two feet of what Tom thought was a rottweiler, he noticed that the thing’s eyes were glowing like two small suns. Yet, instead of terrifying him, this somehow intrigued Tom even more. The dog made no sudden movements as Tom continued to get closer to it. Tom reached his hand out to the gigantic canine, and the dog sniffed it and then continued to stare at him.

Tom started to retract his hand, and the creature snapped at him, nicking his middle finger. Startled, Tom stumbled backward a few steps. The dog didn’t pursue him, though. Just as quickly as it had gone into attack mode, it became calm again.

Robert, Jennifer, and Judy had all screamed and yelled for Tom to get the hell away from the dog when it had gone ballistic. But Tom continued to ignore his friends. When the dog had snapped at him, Tom had jerked back; but now that the dog had quickly calmed down, Tom approached it once again. He had become totally obsessed with this magnificent creature.

On this approach, the rottweiler looking animal was completely passive, letting Tom pet and plays with it.

Tom told his friends, Come on, guys, he’s friendly.

They looked at each other in bewilderment, and all of them let out a sigh of anxiety. The three then crept cautiously over toward Tom and the huge dog with Jennifer leading them. The dog let Jennifer pass without any reaction.

Yet when Robert and Judy tried to pass, Tom had to stop the enormous animal from attacking them. The beast growled and lunged in the pair’s direction.

*            *            *            *

After Tom got the dog in a headlock of sorts to restrain it, it took but a simple stroke of the fur and some form of utterance from Tom to prevent the dog from attacking his friends.

Robert was utterly amazed. His friend had gone from being pretty much terrified of dogs to being a virtual master trainer.

*            *            *            *

The group finally began their walk through the cemetery with Tom’s new friend as their chaperone. It had only been a few minutes since the two couples had first attempted to enter the cemetery, and it was like they had totally accepted the strange situation. The couples walked along hand in hand through the cemetery with the huge rottweiler, trailing close behind. They stopped at the heart of the cemetery and sat on some small boulders that were placed in a circle, and the boys told spooky stories.

Robert’s plan worked like a charm. The girls were severely spooked by the stories. When the boys cuddled up with them, their young lust began to take over once again.

The couples decided to split up so that they could have a little more privacy. It also seemed that the dog understood because it disappeared when the couples split up.

*            *            *            *

Tom and Jennifer walked slowly, holding each other close and then Tom, holding Jennifer by the waist, turned her gently toward himself and began to kiss her. It was a long, passionate kiss that they both enjoyed every minute of.

You are so beautiful, Tom said. I just want to make sweet love to you, right now. Do you feel the same way?

Yes, I do.

He kissed her again and began to undress her. When he was done undressing her, he stopped for a moment to admire her beautiful body. They were standing in an unoccupied patch of grass. There were graves all around them, except for the small area that they were in. Tom picked Jennifer up and laid her gently down on the grass. He stood over her as he removed his clothing. They looked at each other sensually as they anticipated what was about to happen.

Jennifer held her breath as Tom knelt down over her. Suddenly, his entire body stiffened, and a grimace warped his handsome face. He grabbed his head with both of his hands and let out a deep moan.

Then, just as quickly as he’d stiffened, his features softened as did his demeanor.

What happened? she asked. Are you okay?

His eyes were glowing so intensely, it scared her for a moment. It must be the glow of the moon reflecting off his eyes, she thought.

Tom told her that he was fine and that he just had a quick sharp pain through his body but he was alright.

As he lowered his head toward her, his eyes didn’t appear to be glowing anymore.

Tom comforted her by holding her in a loving embrace. They began to kiss passionately once again. He then proceeded to kiss all of her sensitive spots one by one. She felt things that she had never felt before. Her body was completely engulfed with a fiery pleasure. After a few erotic moments of oral exploration, Tom decided that it was time to explore Jennifer’s body in a more traditional manner.

He gently began to penetrate Jennifer’s unexplored body. She moaned as his large manhood partially invaded her snug body. He refrained from going any deeper for fear of hurting her. She knew he was refraining from going any deeper for fear of hurting her.

Suddenly, everything began to change. The gentleness that Tom had demonstrated with Jennifer just disappeared. Using his weight and superior strength, Tom roughly pinned Jennifer to the ground and began to brutally thrust his manhood within her. She screamed out for him to stop, but all she got in reply was a vicious stare from Tom’s distorted face. His eyes were glowing in an intense, dark red color, and his face was slowly turning more and more animal like.

Jennifer was completely terrified! She continued to scream, but it was now for help, as she saw that the demented being atop her had no intention of stopping. Jennifer struggled to free herself from Tom’s grasp, but he had become abnormally strong. She could not budge him, let alone get away from him. The pain that Tom was inflecting upon her was virtually unbearable. She tried not to look into his face because it only increased her fear. He was becoming extremely grotesque. The features of his face could only be described as demonic. Jennifer didn’t know and didn’t care what was going on. Her only thoughts were of getting free from this monster.

*            *            *            *

Robert and Judy were in the middle of some heavy-duty making out when they heard screams. They stopped cold. Robert felt an intense adrenaline rush, because he recognized the screams.

Judy said, "Oh my god, that’s Jennifer"

Robert and Judy ran in the direction of the screams. Just when they got close enough to see what was going on, the enormous rottweiler looking creature intercepted them. The dog calmly blocked their path, sat down, and growled, letting them know not to come any closer. Robert and Judy watched helplessly as the crazed Tom viciously raped Jennifer.

Finally, Robert could no longer stand back and watch this brutal attack. This demented being that was supposed to be his best friend had to be stopped. From where they were standing, Robert and Judy couldn’t see the grotesque features that Tom had taken on. All they could see was his hysterical attack. Robert darted toward the monster that was atop of Jennifer, but the huge dog quickly stopped him, tackling him to the ground and pinning him there.

Robert began to struggle to get out of the doglike creature’s grasp, and the dog in turn locked its jaws around the young man’s throat. With one powerful snatching motion, the huge creature ripped Robert’s head completely from his body.

Judy screamed out in utter horror as she bore witness to this beast of a dog murder her date right in front of her. She stood motionless, paralyzed with fear. The massive canine then began to devour Robert’s remains. Judy fell to her hands and knees and vomited uncontrollably. The sheer disgust of the beast’s unspeakable act had overwhelmed the poor girl.

When it had had its fill of Robert, the rottweiler turned its attention to her.

Somehow she overcame the paralyzing fear and repulsion and turned those feelings into a desperate anger. She searched for anything that she could use as a weapon. The dog was slowly stalking her. Judy tried not to break out into a full-fledged run, knowing that the dog would surely catch her; instead, she just kept as much distance between herself and the creature as possible. She tried to maintain constant eye contact to give the beast the impression that she wasn’t scared of it. It worked for a while, as the beast continued its slow pursuit of her. Judy spotted a shovel and quickly made to grab it, but to no avail.

The murderous creature quickly attacked and killed her in almost as vicious a manner as it had done her date before she could even reach her potential weapon. It was all over in a matter of seconds.

*            *            *            *

The demonic figure that Tom had become continued its heinous violation of Jennifer. Finally, when the creature had fulfilled its ungodly mission, it rolled off of her and passed out.

Jennifer was battered, bruised, and barely conscious, but the excitement from the realization that she might now actually be able to get away fueled her. She climbed to her feet and discovered that her body was so abused that she could hardly walk. She managed to stagger her speed up to a brisk trot and got as far away from Tom as possible.

*            *            *            *

Tom’s features returned to normal after he passed out. When he came too, he barely remembered anything that had happened. It was like he was waking up from a weird and distorted dream. He sat up and there, once again, was his doggy friend, except it wasn’t so friendly.

With one quick slash of the animal’s razor-sharp claws, Tom’s throat was ripped open. The dog sat and watched as its victim bled to death. It wasn’t until the beast was sure that Tom was dead that it left the cemetery.

Jennifer had finally made it to an exit and out of the cemetery. She was stark naked and covered with blood, and she was hell-bent on getting as far away from the cemetery as she possibly could. As soon as she had made it out of the exit, the limo that her and her friends had arrived in pulled up in front of her.

The driver got out and said, Hop in, and I’ll take you home.

She was a little reluctant, so he walked over to her, took off his jacket, and wrapped it around her. He then walked her over to the vehicle and opened the door for her.

Jennifer got into the back of the limo without hesitation. She securely wrapped the suit jacket around her body and sat down, and as she did so, she noticed all the blood on her legs. The poor girl immediately began to cry uncontrollably.

The chauffeur and Jennifer didn’t say a word to each other the entire ride, yet the driver knew exactly where to go. He had picked her up at Judy’s house when the night began, so how did he know where her house was for that matter?

It dawned on her that the chauffeur had been exactly where she needed him to be when she’d come out of the cemetery, even though the exit that she’d used was on the opposite side of the main entrance, which the foursome had use to enter the sacred grounds. Also, seeing that she was a bloody mess, why would he be taking her home and not the hospital? For that matter, why did he just pick her up and not even ask about the others?

The others! Where were Judy and Robert? Jennifer thought. They were probably still at the cemetery making out or something. All these thoughts were running through her mind at what seemed like light speed. And now they were headed straight to her house, and she hadn’t told him how to get there. She became terrified all over again, but she didn’t dare say a word to the limo driver for fear of her life.

When the chauffeur pulled up at her house, Jennifer tried to get out of the limo, but the doors