Strings of Fate
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I read the note, then re–read it again. Hemy apologised? To me? I am inplete shock. But why?
Not to mention, I was never upset with him. I hadn’t even considered that the attack was any fault of his
or that I should me him for it. He must have been feeling really guilty if he actually decided he
needed to apologise. I copse into a nearby chair at a currently unupied table and drop my head
into my hands. I can’t believe he apologised, True, it was via a note. But I have no problem with that.
Direct or not, the apology was sincere and that’s all I care about. I’m struck by the desire to see him
and to give him a hug. For now, I content myself with writing him a text.
Ryann- There was never anything you needed to apologise for. If I did anything to make you feel that
there was then I’m sorry, I ept your apology as unnecessary as it may be. Your gesture was also
unnecessary and a little nosy, but it was sweet and I am grateful for it. I have to start work now, but it
will be a pleasure knowing that when I take these shoes off at the end of the evening, I won’t ever have
to wear them again.
Thanks again!
I hesitate for a few seconds before I hit send. The phone vibrates with a response only seconds after I
send it.
Bemy Have a good shift.
I smile as I stick my phone back into my pocket and ready myself to work.
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My shift felt like itsted forever. Still, it’s finally over and I can go home. My feet are killing me, I am
really not looking forward to the walk home. On the bright side, I can ditch the shoes. Maybe I should
walk home barefoot… It would probably be easier. I remember that Bemy said he would send
someone to keep me safe tonight. I wonder who, and when. I’m just cleaning the dishes off of onest
table when I notice Bemy entering Borderline. I immediately drop the dishes back on to the table and
dash to meet him. He seems surprised. But his look of shock is nothingpared to how he totally
freezes when I throw caution to the wind. I hurl myself at him in a hug. I desperately wanted to hug him
after I read his note earlier and that desire hadn’t faded as I worked. In fact, the more my feet began to
suffer the more I began to appreciate what he had done for me. Because of this, by the end of my shift,
I don’t think I have ever appreciated anything or anyone as much as I appreciate Bemy
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right now. After a few seconds, he breaks through his shock and wraps his arms around me, hugging
me back. I sink into the hug.
“Is something wrong?” he sounds nervous. Iugh as I pull away from the hug. He seems
st reluctant to let go.
“Nope, everything is just fine.” I smile at him. He looks even more nervous. I suppose I’ve never
greeted him in such a friendly manner before.
“I was just thinking, my feet hurt.” Bemy gives me a relieved grin.
“Ahh, well. That’s why I’m here. I thought I should protect you from those evil shoes and save you the
walk home.” He exins. I nod.
“Thanks, I’ve just gotta take thesest dishes. I’ll be back in two seconds.” With that, I dash off to return
the dishes I abandoned when Bemy entered. It takes less than a minute for me. to return to where he
still stands waiting for me. He offers me his arm.
“Shall we?” Iugh.
“We shall.” I dere, taking his arm. He leads me outside to where his car waits and opens the door for
me. I hop in and he takes the driver’s seat and pulls away from the curb, driving towards my home..
“So, I thought you said you would send someone to get me, although honestly I had totally forgotten
until a few minutes ago.” I admit. Bemy shrugs.
“My evening opened up unexpectedly. I decided I may as well juste check on you myself. Plus, I
sort of wanted to confirm that you really weren’t mad at me or anything. I mean, you said you weren’t,
but…” he trails off. 1 roll my eyes dramatically.
“Have I ever hesitated to tell you when you’re irritating me before?” I question. Bemy
shakes his head no.
“Then you can assume that I wouldn’t hesitate now. Don’t worry about it okay” Bemy looks pleased.
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It only takes a couple minutes to reach my home. As seems to be usual now, Bemy rushes. to get my
door for me and offers me his arm. I don’t miss his wary demeanour. He is alert and clearly ready for
any surprises that mighte our way. I pause at the bottom of the stairs and use Bemy’s arm to
steady myself as I yank my heels off. I am not climbing to the third Bloor in heels. We head up and I
unlock the door. I don’t hesitate, I walk straight in and chuck my heels straight in the rubbish bin by the
counter, Bemyughs as he closes and locks the door behind us.
“So, are you staying for dinner? I was just nning to order pizza.” I offer. Bemy looks.
ufortable.
“Well, actually. I told the guy 1 originally arranged to keep an eye on your ce tonight that he could
take the night off. So I’m technically nning to stick around all night. But I’ll stay. outside and out of
your way if it’s an issue.” He offers. I cross my arms and raise an eyebrow. I want to be annoyed at
him, but he’s been so sweet today and I know he’s just worried about
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“You really don’t need to babysit me. I seriously doubt anyone is going toe after me or anything.” I
point out. Bemy shakes his head.
“They came after us before because I was there, but they attacked at your home. They know where
you live and that I’ve offered you protection. It’s my fault that they could be targeting you. Please let me
at least take responsibility for that.” He states seriously. I consider for a
moment.
“Do you actually think I could be in danger?” I ask. Bemy nods.
“In that case I suppose you can stay. I don’t particrly want to be attacked by Vampires again. But I’m
not going to send you outside, that’s just silly. Now, what kind of pizza do you want?” I pull my phone
out and start dialling the closest pizza joint.
Thirty minutester we’re sprawled out on my bedroom floor with the pizza which Bemy somehow
managed to pay for before I got a chance to grab my purse. I’ve changed into my unicorn pyjamas and
Bemy is currently scrolling through Netflix on myptop trying to pick something for us to watch. He
settles on a superhero movie. I’ve seen it before but I don’t mind watching it again. Halfway through the
movie I pause and take the leftover pizza to the fridge. I should really say my leftover pizza because
Bemy finished all his. I head
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back and shift theptop up onto my bed and settle in. I pat beside me for Bemy to sit. He looks
unsure.
“I don’t want to identally fall asleep again.” He admits. I shrug. Does it really matter? He already
slept here once, another time won’t make all that much difference. Mostly I just don’t want to stay sitting
on the floor.
“Just sit.” I demand. Bemy caves, kicks his shoes off and takes the spot beside me. When the movie
finishes I look over and realise that Bemy has in fact fallen asleep again.
I stifle a giggle. I carefully close theptop and try to move it off the bed without waking him but I fail.
His eyes sh open and he nces around. He immediately realises what happened and swears under
his breath as he sits up.
“Damn it. I did it again. I’ll move.” He grumbles. I shake my head.
“Don’t bother. I don’t really have a spare mattress for you or anything. One more night won’t make a
difference. You’ve been a gentleman thus far, I don’t see any reason why that would change.” Okay so
I’m actually testing a theory here. Bemy has been a little wound up and antsy since he picked me up.
Not in a way that makes me think he’s being a jerk. More in a ‘stressed out and having trouble rxing‘
type way. He always seems to be in a better mood after spending time with me which makes sense
based on what I’ve been told about Shifters. I really want to know if I’m just imagining it, but mostly I’m
hoping it will help him rx a little. I might be hiding the fact that I’m supposed to be his mate from him
but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to help him if I can.