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''You changed me with one kiss, you changed me with one smile, with your gentle eyes chased away the darkness in me. I found you and I will never let you go, never, never. I want you to kiss me always just like that. I found you and I will never let you go, for a whole life. Only with you my every feeling is love.''
Smiling I gazed at my future wife, Miss Selena Montgomery, as she still slept. We were facing each other, hands laced and I dared not move of fear of waking her. Lena looked so serene, hair spread on the pillow, the sun rays dancing in her brown hair. Her little palm was holding mine lightly, and I grinned again when my eyes fell on the engagement ring around her finger. Selly will be my wife, the beautiful innocent young woman will be mine. The moment when I kneeled before her, was one of the most difficult in my life. Adrian helped me choose the ring. I had to make this right, to express my feelings properly. Mary pated my shoulder, saying that Lena will accept but I was afraid of her answer. What if she doesn't want me? But my heart soared to the skies when my love said yes and I put the ring on and kissed her. We spend the night with tender kisses cuddling and had fallen asleep after long talking. The girl's fingers twitched beneath mine and a sleepy smile appeared on her lips as Lena rubbed her eye.
'' Good morning, beautiful.''- Selena yawned, stretched and smiled at me.-''Morning, charming.''
'' I don't want to get up. Can't we just stay in bed all day?''- My angel moved closer to me, burying her face in my neck, and I embraced the sweet girl. –'' But what should we do to pass the time?'' –Smirking, she lifted her head and bit her lips, fingers brushing over my tattoo on the left shoulder. This rune prevents the sun to turn me into ashes. Adrian took me to a friend of his, a warlock that branded my skin with this symbol. My maker said this is more efficient than enchanted rings. The burning sensation was swift and I was free to walk on sun light. My niece has one of these runes, also Ray. -'' Don't you have something in mind, my vampire?'' – I began tickling my fiancée, who quickly found my weak spots, got on top off me and began torturing me until tears from laughter appeared in our eyes.-'' I love you, Charles.''- Selena said, looking in my eyes as leaning to kiss me—'' And I adore you.''- She pulled me closer and after few heated kisses, we made love.
Lena fell in love with Italy; I knew that it was a good idea for her summer holiday. I wanted some place magical, where we would be only us, our first romantic trip together. Selena wanted to get a summer job, but I insisted for this trip, saying that I want to make her happy. So we took the plane and settled in my villa outside Florence. My wish was to take my love to many cities as possible. It's hard to say what fascinated her more; Italy is a county full of exciting places, food. Italian coffee is very strong, can wake you in instant, but it's served in small cups and it's gone after two or three gulps. Selena found it strange at first, but she soon got used to the way people drink coffee here. We dined often in restaurants, trying the varieties of pasta, Italian wine. Ice cream was another thing my angel became addicted to- the gelaterias offered a huge choice of the delicious treat, and I smiled watching her pick what she wants. We sunbathed and swam in the sea near Livorno; the water here is one of the best. I took Lena to see the wonderful bridge over the water in Lido de Camaiore and she had asked a couple to take a picture as she hugged my middle. My now fiancée was so beautiful, staring at the waves from the handrails of the bridge. I took her to Volterra, a magnificent city famous for its alabaster and I bought Selena a necklace with alabaster rose. We made truly good photos in front of the Leaning tower in Pisa, the whole Square of wonders; put a lock beside Ponte Veccio, the Old Bridge in Florence. There is a saying that if lovers place a padlock there, their love will last forever and I was hoping that isn't just a legend. The day in the small town Torre de Lago was spent in a boat ride around the lake, shopping for gifts. But Selena was so enchanted by Florence- the museums, Palaces that she didn't want to leave the city and when we get married, we will definitely live here.
Selena insisted to buy gifts for everyone and we had spent hours in souvenirs shops, wondering if this shirt will fit her brother or if her roommate will like this cup.
These months with Lena have been the most wonderful in my life. I had loved before, but none of these women can compare to the girl that made me feel alive again. I had never cared that deeply for another. A great pride filled me when she passed her exams; I knew Lena could do it-she studies hard. I will never get tired of kissing her, lying next to her, cuddling, and making love. Selena's texts to me, the times she cooked for me, her presents, were enough to put a smile in my face. But the girl herself is the most precious gift I could ever dream. I just like Selena to be near me, in my arms, even if we don't talk, hearing her heartbeat and watching her chest rise with every breath, was enough to calm my mind... Usually vampires require a little sleep, but with my love so close to me, just can't force myself to get out from the bed. I and she had been arguing about lots of things. I expressed my wish to help her with money, for which she slapped me.-'' I don't want your money, I'm not with you for them, I just want you.''- All I wanted is to provide things for her, so my love doesn't starve, pay her rent in time, I never intended to insult her like this. One of the biggest issues we disagreed about was whether I should turn her.
'' Out of the question, Lena.''- Crossing my arms I had looked away from the young woman, which smile chased away the darkness and sadness in me.-'' Don't ask me for this ever again.''- Selena pouted and mimicked my pose.
'' You have no idea what it is like!'' – Hissing, I pinned her to the wall.-'' The burning need to sink your teeth and just drink, never having children, normal life!'' –"So you will rather watch me get old then!''. She refused to meet me for days, never answering her phone, ignoring me on the social networks. But her request is childish and romantic; her generation views vampires as adorable, sexy men. But I can never inflict her this curse, watching her struggle with the bloodlust towards her loved ones, fearing the sun. I doubt that Lena will give up the idea of becoming a vampire, and this scared me. My existence as a vampire wasn't always full of dark periods. Yes, I witnessed the horrors of the wars, countless lives that I couldn't save. But being an immortal had its perks- the chance to drink from life with full hands. Adrian was right, I was who I always dreamed to be, I had numerous professions, been to thousand cities, seen history being written. But during the years everything became dull- the parties, the beautiful women, I craved so badly to find peace, one special person and settle down. My biggest wish as a human.
Selena gets irritated if I feed from girls, she gives me her best chilling stare and refuses to talk to me for the rest of the day.-'' Why do you prefer them over me?''- Lena had said once sitting on the floor and I kneeled before her. - '' I only drink from these girls, sweetheart.''- Taking her hands in mine, my love finally looked into my eyes.-'' My heart is only yours, I will never betray you.''- Selly smiled guilty and whispered after pulling me closer.-'' I know, but I can't help it, my sweet.''- '' Your blood still tempts me like no other, but you can't be my only feeding source. It drains you, makes you sleepy.''- I often drink from her in our intimate moments, but I was trying to fight this urge.
I got used to her schedule and often I am the one to drag her out off the bed for the morning lectures.-'' Five more minutes, please, my sweet!'' – And she hides beneath the covers.-'' You have to dress and eat something, Selena. Come on, I don't want you to be late.''- Mercilessly pulling off the sheet again and her messy hair and sleepy smile greet me.-'' Please, come here and I promise to get ready but after ten munities.'' - Lena is giving me her flirtatious smile and almost fell for it, but I gather my self control and reply.-'' As tempting as your offer may be, I have to refuse, love. But nice try.'' – Giving the sleepy girl a peck on the lips, bending down before the pillows hits me; I turn around to fix something to eat. I always walk her to the dorm and make sure that no one troubles her in the nights which she doesn't spend with me in my flat. Although I want her beside me all the time, she has to spend some time with her friends, family. The nights the girls go partying my only request is Lena to call me when they head home, so I can pick them up, no way I will let my girl and her friends take a taxi or walk in the dark with all the dangerous men around. When Selena has to study, I give her all the time she needs, sometimes massage her shoulders and neck to help her relax. We cook together, shop, and discuss which move to watch. Selena jokingly complains that her cat, Loki, seems to like me more than its mistress. The little fluffy ball likes to curl on my lap, meowing and licking my hands until I began to pet her and refuses to leave. There were times when the kitten prefers me to bathe her and often I end up with wet shirt and Selena giggles but I spray the young woman with the douche and often the cat 's showers finish with us, wet and laughing.
Her family and friends act more open toward me; they don't look at me like I am the devil any more. I know it's hard for them to accept me, but making an effort is enough. Lena's mother showered me with questions about my past and I brought my photos from the previous century, some family possessions. She was really fascinated by my stories, and she smiles more in my presence. For my love's embarrassment, her mother pulled out the family's photo albums with baby pictures of Selena, first day at school and my mate's cheeks often blushed from some things her mom tells me about every photo. But she ends up laughing, remembering her role in the school play, or how with Nick often got in trouble. Nicholas was a little tense with me, but after few beers we drank together, he became more open. With him, Rodrigo we went fishing and bowling and I think my skills with the barbeque earned their respect, also my passion for cars. Rodrigo and Selena's mother had decided to stay here and I used my liaisons and arranged for the Spanish a job and recommended Mrs. Porter to a designer friend of mine. My love's roommates Angela and Catherina warmed up to my niece, and slowly to me. Adrian, my maker, accepts Selena, answers all her questions about me. My old friend never liked Isabella; she was too spoiled, too arrogant for me. My ex got her memory erased of me, my love by the kind witch Cora. The hunters, Lucas, his cousin and their friend left the town to avoid been persecuted, and I hope we never cross paths again. I wish I could bring his sister back, but years ago the pain of losing a child, Thomas, took all my self control and I killed the young lady, something I regret often.
Selena's male friends avoided her for days; this troubled her, always checking the phone, dialing them and when they finally buried the hatchet, I could breathe more freely. Alexander and Daniel tried to get to know me and we found mutual interests. Everyone are giving their best and I was glad that these long months I had managed to break the ice and her loved ones call me on the phone, asking how I was. My only concern was Victor- Selena's previous boyfriend. I know that the young woman thinks about him, their moments, but I can't delve in her mind and erase their relationship as I did with the broker. The girl was feeling guilty, still wondering what to do with the presents from Victor, their pictures. I respect Selly a lot to just enter her mind without her permission, I will if she asks me to. My love never spoke badly about the broker, saying that maybe they waited for too long, if she was more open and trustful... As much as I hate to admit the young man is not a cruel person, I thought as I had walked to him one night. Victor was sitting on the porch, but he didn't try to pick up a fight with me, he even offered me a beer, which I accepted.-'' You know, Charles, all this time I had to think, I realized something. I hated you for stealing her from me, even Selena for choosing a vampire over me, not trusting me. But I had a huge part in our breakup too, for hiding my feelings .The only time I found the strength to tell Lena what she means to me, was when she was taken by you. You see, I have spent hours in her company, but the paralyzing fear of her rejection left me when she was in danger. We could have so many joyful moments if only I wasn't such a coward.''- '' I envied you, Victor, for the life you could give her.''- The man smiled at me sadly.-'' Selena needs a strong, stable man and I am not him, Charles.''- We stood silent for some time, just listening to the crickets, until I turned again to the man and told Victor why I am here.-'' Do your magic, vampire, I want to be able to look and talk with Lena without wanting to cause her pain, just be friends as before.''- The young man allowed me access to his mind.
My love's birthday … I wanted it to be special and I liked her wish to just have a campfire in the woods and paintball. Everyone had so much fun, although we, the vampires, refrained from using our speed in the game, and in the end everyone was covered in paint and laughing. The campfire was a nice tradition, eating marshmallows, scary stories and spending the night under the stars. My heart leaped from joy when Selena hugged me after receiving the painting of her father, the gift I had intended for this day and a book, she wanted to read.
These two months of summer had been simply magical, I thought as glancing at Selena and squeezing her gentle hand, the girl averting her eyes from the airplane's window. I regret that we have to return, but my new art exhibition is going to be in five days; everything is already paid for- the catering, the music. And we have to announce our engagement to my love's family; I am afraid how they will take it. But as I look at her, I know we can conquer all.