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The Sorenson's house was shrouded in a cloak of dark stillness. It was waiting, for the storm. The satyrs were late, for the party that was being held in honor of the visiting trader. A man by the name of Garfunkel, he was loud, arrogant, and had already drank three bottles of beer since his arrival. Bottom line: Kendra did not like him. Unlike Seth, who had begged to be allowed to stay for the party, Kendra had quietly gone to her room. She sat on her bed, starring out of the window.

It was one of the first times she had been alone, since the incident with the seniors, at the bus stop. Her grandparents rarely let her out of her sight, fearing something else might happen to her. Worst of all, since Warren, who was 21, had beaten up (and scarred) four minors, he had had to attend several court hearings. Luckily, the jury agreed his actions had been heroic, since he had saved Kendra. There was no penalty for him. The four boys who had assaulted Kendra, had each been given 150 hours of community service as punishment.

But since the incident, Kendra had rarely spent time alone with Warren. After their first kiss, there was nothing she wished rather. They had yet to tell everyone what had transpired in Warren's hut, partly because they hadn't talked about it yet with each other.

A knock, and then silence. Kendra turned her head, and before she could say, "Come in" the door opened. A brown head appeared at the opening, and a soft voice said, "Kendra? Are you okay?"

"Hi Warren. I'm fine. I just don't really like that trader." Kendra replied, trying to avoid Warren's eyes.

He entered the room, softly closing the door behind him, and walked up to the bed. He hesitated when he got there, but some part of his brain won, and he sat down slowly.

"Hey, look. I know we haven't talked much these last couple days, since... you know... I just wanted to tell you that... I really do like you. A lot. And I liked being with you, then. I want to be with you..." Warren's voice trailed off as he averted his gaze to the floor.

"I really like you too, Warren." Kendra whispered softly.

"Really?" Warren asked, his eyes shooting back up to look at the girl. Shimmers of hope glittered in the green-brown eyes.

Kendra nodded, and moved just slightly closer to Warren. The latter seized this opportunity, and grabbed Kendra around the waist, pulling, no, dragging, her almost onto his lap. He tilted his head down, and captured her lips in his. The girl squeaked, before relaxing and submitting to Warren's loving motions.

The man's lips massaged Kendra's for a couple seconds, before he tried his luck further and swept his tongue over her lips. Encouraged by the small moan his girlfriend gave him, he forced his tongue between her lips, which parted hesitantly. Warren's tongue snaked into Kendra's mouth, running along her teeth and temple, before coming into contact with hers. Kendra moaned again. She tentatively started to rub her tongue against Warren's, trying to mimic his movements. His teeth nibbled on her lower lip, and his hands were moving all over her back.

Warren, never hesitant nor patient, decided then was as good a time as any. He shifted his weight, pushed Kendra down onto the mattress, and lay down on top of her. One of his hands moved into her hair, while the other went to her waist, where it played with the bottom edge of her shirt.

Finally, the two broke apart, gasping for air. Kendra looked up into her boyfriend's eyes, and she could see the mirth, the enjoyment, and the love (or was it lust?) that filled his emotions. Still panting, she smiled at him, and brought her hands around his neck. Pulling him down, she kissed him again, and again, and again.

"Don't... you think... that... we're... taking it... a bit far...?" Asked Kendra in between kisses.

"We'll take it at whatever pace you want, darling." Warren replied, before nuzzling Kendra's neck.

"Warren? Kendra? What are you guys doing up here?" Came Seth's voice from the other side of the door.

Quickly, the two lovers sat up, straightening themselves, right before Seth opened the door.

"We're just talking. Why?" Kendra asked, trying to keep a straight face. Seth might never know what had just happened.

"Well, there's some news. From the Sphinx. He just arrived..." Her younger brother replied.

"I don't believe it." Stan Sorenson said.

"It's what I saw, Stan. I'm sorry." The Immortal sitting opposite him said.

Kendra, Seth, and Ruth sat, stunned, in their chairs.

"Are you sure it was them, though?" Dale inquired.

"Quite. I wouldn't lie to you, Dale. Not after you decided to spare my life." Came the stern reply from the Sphinx.

"You're telling us that Scott and Marla are plotting to destroy Fabelhaven?" Tanu asked.

"And all the other reserves." The Sphinx said sadly.

Seth, unable to take it any longer, leaned his head against Kendra's shoulder, as tears began to stream down his face. Kendra put her arm around her little brother.

The Sphinx, upon one of his journeys, had come across a group of traders. They were meeting with several people, including Kendra's and Seth's parents. They had discussed how the reserves were keeping magical creatures from them, and how they should be destroyed in order to preserve the trade in magical creatures.

"Don't worry, Seth. Everything will work out." Ruth Sorenson said to her grandson. "Come, it's late. Some sleep will do you good."

"Kendra? What are you doing in my room?" Warren said, sleepily, as he rubbed his eyes.

"Sorry... I just... needed to talk with someone." Kendra said, shuffling her feet.

"Of course. I understand. Would you mind turning of the light, though? It's really bright."

As Kendra hit the switch, Warren motioned for her to come towards him. She sat down on the edge of his bed.

"Come here, you." Warren said, as he patted the space beside him. Awkwardly, Kendra lay down, her head resting against the soft down pillow.

"I can't actually believe this. They betrayed us..." Kendra whispered, more to the room than to the man lying next to her.

"Don't worry, baby."

"They've been against as all along..."

"Hey, Kendra. Everything will work out, trust me. I'm here for you, okay?" Warren said as he put his arms around the sad teenager. She replied by nestling her face in the crook of his neck. Tears rolled down her cheek, as she tried to relax in the strong hold.

Warren kissed the tears off Kendra's cheek, and whispered to her softly. After a couple minutes, the girl calmed down, and moved even closer to him. He brought one of his hands under her chin, and lifted her head. Softly brushing his lips over hers, he whispered, "Stay here tonight. I'll hold you. I won't let you go."

Kendra nodded, kissed Warren softly, and settled down against the pillow. She felt Warren pull the blanket up around them, and one of his hands rest on her waist. The other found its way under her chest, and onto her back. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and closed her eyes. One last, slow kiss hit her lips, and then she fell into a deep slumber.

Thanks for all the reviews! I'm sorry for the late update, my exams were yelling in my ears! Please let me know what you think, I know this isn't the usual Fabelhaven story. Everything will work out in the end, trust me! The Sphinx wasn't lying, but that doesn't mean Kendra's parents can't change their mind ;)

XOXO - Hearmliyneae Greenleaf