(3rd person P.O.V)
Logan didn’t have a hard time looking for Erika. As soon as he heard a sweet melody, he traced to his bedroom. Tracing was the fastest way of getting anywhere, basically from teleportation. He opened the doors quietly and stepped inside. He found her over the edge of the balcony and prepared himself just in case she would lose her balance.
But he stopped and listened to her song. It was calming and peaceful, such beautiful harmony. He found it was the same song he heard when she was tending the gardens before. His inner demon was at peace, her voice calmed his monster. She stopped singing and continued to watch the scenery. Logan closed in, leaning against the window frame. Erika knew. As she was singing, she felt a presence near her and figured it could only be one person.
“He’s right behind you! I think he likes your singing. Come on, turn to him and face him! Show him your look! You look awesome cherry pie!” Erika smiled. She took a deep breath and swung her legs over the railing. Erika came to face a very stunned vampire prince. Time seemed to go slowly as he saw her turn around. A sweet fragrance filled his senses. It was her perfume. As she swung her legs around, Logan caught a small glimpse of her white boy shorts. He froze, and his inner demon urged him to go free at that instant.
There she was, looking like a sweet innocent angel. She was his angel. Her dress seemed to go a bit above her knees and he notices it was strapless. Erika stood up on the balcony railing, and Logan was in front of her in an instant, holding her by the waist. Erika looked down on him, a small smile on her face, her features gentle and serene. Logan buried his face in her stomach and took a deep breath. She looked like a fairy that was about to fly away. He growled and held her tighter. She wasn’t going away, he wouldn’t let his anger fly away without him.
She smiled down at him and felt his grip go tighter. But she let her gaze drop.
“See! He loves you, I told you so! Inner: 1 Cherry Pie: 0!”
“I still think it's all instinct...”
“Hmmm, I’ll prove it’s not...but you have to trust me.”
“How are you-” Erika felt herself leave Logan’s grip, losing her balance. She was falling five stories down to the earth...The air seemed to cut her skin as she rapidly fell downward. Everything was a fast blur of colors. She yelled in her mind.
"How is this supposed to help me understand?”
“Just watch. Trust me!”
“How can I watch when I’m falling to my death?” Erika closed her eyes. The stinging sensation in her eyes began to form tears. The lump forming in her throat kept her from screaming. She prepared herself for the pain that would meet her when she hit the ground.
But it never came. Instead, she felt a pair of strong arms wrap around her, and cushion the blow. Logan took the fall on his back, sliding to the ground. He winced as rocks and dirt scraped at his back. Erika opened her eyes to find herself in Logan’s tight, hold. She immediately got up and looked behind her.
“Are you ok? I’m so sorry! I must have lost my balance! I’m so so sorry-!“Erika would have continued if it wasn’t for the crushing hug she received.
“Idiot. I should be the one asking if you’re ok.” He held her close. ” I should have held on tighter.” Erika broke his hold to look at him. There was something in his eyes. Fear, worry, and relief could easily be read within his black eyes. But there was something else...she had to ask him. But not now. It wasn’t the right time to ask if he loved her.
“Are you that stupid?” Erika sighed in annoyance.
“I’m not talking to you. Go away.”
“What? Why?”
“Oh, I don’t know, maybe because YOU COULD HAVE KILLED ME?”
“Hey, he saved you didn’t he? I wouldn’t have done it I’ve I’d had any doubts.”
“You’re insane, you know that?”
“Oh, whatever. You see it. I know you do.”
“See what?”
“Come on Erika, it’s there. In his eyes.”
“I-I don’t know...”
“Quit being in denial. The man loves you!” Erika sighed.
“Maybe he does...” It was all too weird for her. All her life, the man before her had been known to be cold, and cruel. He never showed any hint of emotion towards anyone. The few times he had gone to the camp, he was always so ruthless about his ways of punishing the slaves. Everyone feared him, except her. If anything, Erika was curious. Part of her wanted to be near him, yet another part Said to stay away.
She felt Logan shift below her. His hand brushed her face. She shivered at his touch. His hand was soft and smooth. It felt good against her cheek. She smiled at him. A real smile. At that moment, Logan could have sworn he had never seen anything so precious in his life. Her smile was perfect. From the crease of her cupid’s bow to the small dimples at the corners of her lips, her smile was a treasure. She was his treasure. He smirked. This woman was everything to him, he knew that. That’s why he would protect her with his life, no matter what.
“Are you sure you’re ok?”
“Hn. It’s just a scratch. I’ll be fine.” He felt her place her hands on his back but grabbed them before she could do anything.
“I’m gonna heal you, it’s ok.”
“Don’t.”
“Huh? Why? Aren’t you in pain?” Logan’s gaze turned serious. He held her hands in his.
“I don’ like it when you use that power...it weakens you.” Erika felt his grip loosen up. Why was he always so...so worried? Sure she was a human, but she could take care of herself! “Besides,” she met his gaze, “I’m a vampire remember? We tend to heal fast.” She noticed his wounds healing. “So don’t use your power on me. You don’t have to.”
She felt her heart skip a beat for a moment. His voice sounded so comforting, yet protective and in a way territorial. Yet strangely, it didn’t bother her. She met his eyes and took in his expression. She could tell he was the jealous type, and that he could be possessive. What struck her with surprise, was at that moment, when she realized, she kind of liked it.
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