Chapter 4: Unexpected
Disclaimer: I'm not Stephanie Meyer, soo I don't own Twilight
Demetri
' you will soon find out enough' echoed in my head. What the heck is that suppose to mean? Ugh, why must Marcus always be so critic or vague about anything. But, I guess I would prefer that to Caius's sarcastic nature, or Aro's happy-go-lucky bubbly attitude. I sighed and racked a hand through my hair.
Why do I care so much anyway? Ugh, I mean she just another measly human. Another Dinner or snack perhaps. But, I couldn't help but feel Drawn to her. I mean how could 1 human capture me so much. And the way her eyes lit up when she smiled, or beautiful smile, kissable lips... God Demetri! Stop this is not right. Curse that Damn human girl for making me feel this way.
Between my battle with my feelings and inner consciousness I didn't see Alec and Felix as I walked straight into them.
" whoa D, what's gotten you all tense?" Alec smirked steadying my shoulder back from bumping into him
" would it have to do with a certain special human?" Felix taunted wiggling his eyebrows at me
I glared at him " shut-up" I replied and gave him a death glare as he laughed at me.
Alec chuckled and shook his head " leave him alone Felix, I'm pretty sure you want to get up to Isabella" he finished shooting me a wolfish grin.
I growled at them, not being able to control all of my temper. Felix chuckled again " o please, you know I could take you" he boasted flexing his muscles.
I snorted and rolled my eyes " right. Because that turned out so well the last time" I quipped
He glared at me " you cheated" he protested like a 5 year old
I rolled my eyes " whatever" I responded not in the mood to bicker with him right now. Alec pushed Felix forward " come on, Caius is waiting" he said and shot me a smiled. And that's why I like Alec Better.
" ok, but D this isn't over. I want my rematch" he yelled continuing down the hall
I shook my head trying to clear it. I wonder what Isabella or rather Bella was doing right now. Dammit, Demetri. Stop this foolishness. O god, now I'm talking to myself. I groaned again making my way to the Garden in the west wing. I always got there to clear my head. Hopefully, it would work this time too.
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Bella
I had just finished eating my Chicken Alfredo that I think her name was Heidi had brought up. It was actually Delicious. Who knew non-veggie vampires could cook. I sighed, Esme use to make food for me. I shook my head, stop this Bella! They are out of your life. They didn't want you I thought. I shook my head trying to clear it. I decided to take a nice-hot bath. That usually calmed my nerves. And the tub in my room was huge. Well, bigger than the one I had at Charlie's or Renee's house. I stripped off my clothes stepping into the hot, but soothingly water.
I hummed in satisfaction as I leaned back in the water. I couldn't help but let my mind drift to Demetri... God Bella! Stop this, he's just another stupid vampire that's going to use you. I sighed again, I couldn't help but just want to know him. It was different from Edward, Demetri... it was more to him. I couldn't help but feel fascinated.
I stepped out of the tub, feeling more at ease. I slipped on a pair of pink and blue checkered flannel pajamas bottoms, with a navy blue tank-top. I put my wet hair in a bun, letting it air dry. I lounged on the bed, not really tired after getting up some time in the afternoon today. I looked over to the digital clock and saw it was only 8:30pm.
I picked up my copy of Romeo and Juliet from off the bookcase and flipped to the page where my bookmark was placed. No matter how many times I read this, it will always be my favorite. I was at the part where Romeo drinks the poison when I hear a light hesitant knock on the door.
I couldn't help but smile thinking it was Demetri, so my hopes were mildly crushed when it wasn't Demetri himself, but Jane's twin who wasn't very fond of me brother, Alec.
(A/N: I know in the books Jane and Alec are like 13 or 14... But in my story their 17, it makes better for later parts in the story)
" come in" I replied and gave Alec a polite smile as he came through the door. Unlike, everyone else who either was lusting after me, hated me, wanted to eat me, or just plain didn't give a care. Alec, was actually civilized and talked to me like a real person, and sorta kept his distance. He sorta reminded me of Jasper.
" Isabella" he greeted me with a smile " I just wanted to see if you needed anything" he told me
I smiled shaking my head, he was so polite " no thank-you. I'm all squared away" I joked to which he responded with a light laugh.
I chuckled also, he looked over and saw what I was reading " Romeo and Juliet?" he asked
I nodded " 1 of my all-time favorites" I told him, seeing his curious look and handing him the book.
He took it in his hands delicately, not wanting to rip it even more. He flipped through it, skimming it with his fingers " I always wanted to read this" he mused looking at the cover once more and handing it to me.
I looked at him disbelievingly " you've never read Romeo and Juliet?" I asked him
He chuckled at my expression " no, I always meant to... But I guess I just never gotten around to it" he said
I nodded and looked down at my book " you can read this one if you want to" I told him handling it to him
He shook his head " your reading it. I wouldn't want to just come and take your book" he protested, lightly pushing my hand back.
I laughed " I'm serious. I've read this book more than a thousand times, it's okay" I told him
He seemed skeptical but took the book out of my hands " are you sure?" he asked again
" positive" I told him, he finally seemed to believe me and nodded his head at me smiling.
" Thank you Isabella, you shall have it back in the morning" he told me looking over the book again
I couldn't help but chuckled " Alec, please call me Bella. Isabella sounds to formal" I teased lightly
He chuckled a amused laugh " Alright, Bella" he smiled and shook my hand. I giggled and pulled my hand back after he shook it.
He looked around my room some more, before finally asking " so, how are you liking it here" He asked me taking a seat on the couch across from my bed.
I shrugged my shoulders a smile on my face, before answering " it's different, not what I was thinking. But I like it, it's interesting. Everyone seems nice, who I've talked to. While others either hate me, wanna eat me, or lust after me. But, it's nice"
He nodded a smile on his face probably knowing who I was talking about " Heidi seems to like you. Jane, well my sister only seems to hate you right know because she's use to being Aro's favorite. Of the guard anyway. He loves his wife. Everyone else... well, they just have to warm up to you. And see if you not just gonna end up as another meal" he told me giving me a tight smile
I pretty sure my face must have had a horrible expression. A mix between, horror and knowledge. Because he suddenly wanted to lighten the mood.
" But Aro seems fond of you. I like you. Felix just likes to tease with you, but I'm pretty sure he likes you. And Demetri..." he trailed off
" What about Demetri?" I asked him, my heart not being able to help beating slightly faster. He shot me a knowing smirk before composing himself.
" I don't know. He likes you, but he also isn't use to feeling for a human. Their usually nothing but a food source for him. No offense though" he added quickly
I shook my head, so Demetri cared about me? He couldn't care about me could He?No, no, no don't get your hopes up. I mean he probably is just going to crush like a certain bronze va-
" Bella, you okay?" he asked bending in front of my a concerned look on his face.
I blinked " uh,... what?" I asked confused. Damn, I have got to stop doing that!
" you were just staring the Door, a dazed look on your face. For about 5 minutes" he told me still looking worried
" oh, I'm fine. Just thinking" I responded, giving him a convincing smile
He slowly nodded his head and stood back up, before he could respond there was another knock at the Door.
I looked to Alec, who just shrugged his shoulders "come in" I said as Demetri walked through the door.
I couldn't help that Damn smile that appeared on my face. Curse you Demetri. I am not suppose to feel this way. He smiled when he saw me, but it fell when he saw Alec " Bella, I didn't know you had company. I'll guess I'll be going..." he trailed off about to back out
Alec walked over to him grabbing his wrist " no no, it's okay me and Bella were just finishing up" he said pulling him back into the room.
He walked back in " Bella, was just letting me borrow her book Romeo and Juliet" he said flashing a perfect smile at both of us.
" Goodnight Bella, Demetri" he said and left out the door closing it behind him
I looked at Demetri, his hair was damp and curly. So he must have just taken a shower. He was dressed in all black, he had on a black v-neck that practically made his hard-core muscles budge out. He must have saw me checking him out, because he smirked at me causing that damn blush to creep up on my face.
I cleared my throat " can I help you?" I asked managing to get my voice to sound neutral
He nodded his head, taking his gaze away from my pajama pants " I had came to see if you needed anything. But I think Alec already covered that" he said the last part, annoyed.
Why would he be annoyed " o yeah, I'm fine though. Thanks for asking" I told him smiling
He nodded, but it looked like he wanted to ask me something. He hesitantly opened his mouth clearing his throat again " have you ever seen the streets and attractions in Italy" he finally asked me
I couldn't help but do a victory dance inside. Maybe we were friends?, God Bella you have got to stop this. I sighed it was just a simple question. He probably doesn't even want to be. He probably just wants to get to know the human. At this I made a dejected sigh.
" well, I could see you don't want to. It's okay it was just a question" I heard Demetri say hos voice void of any emotion. In his eyes I could see disappointment and hurt?
Wait what? God, I have got to stop day dreaming. And talking to myself.
I shook my head trying to clear it " I'm sorry. What did you say, I was...thinking" I said giving him what I hoped was a convincing smile.
He looked at me and raised an perfect eyebrow " I asked did you want to.. go with me tomorrow to tour the city" he finally said.
And I was back to that thought I had before... No Bella stop it. It's just an innocent outing. Nothing more! I looked to Demetri, who was looking at me expectantly.
" I'd Love too. I could use some fresh air" I told him, not being able to contain the grin that spread over my face
He looked at me scrutinizing me, before he finally smiled a smile that made my heart beat speed up and my stomach go flip-flop.
"Great" he smiled and winked at me. I shrugged to keep my breathing even.
" I have to do something for Aro, but I should be back by 12 noon. How about 12:30? that sound good" He asked me
I nodded " perfect" I told him flashing a smile his way, and because I'm an Idiot I said this " I'm looking forward to it" Stupid Bella
He continued to smile at me, before walking over to me and bending down to my ear " That makes two of us" he whispered in my ear, his Italian accent deep and more pronounced.
I swallowed and tried not to notice how his breath sent goosebumps over my skin. And even more why I sorta liked it.
He pushed a hair that fallen from my bun, behind my ear. His hand lingered on my hair, twirling it between his index finger and thumb. I'm pretty sure my heart was beating out of my chest by now.
Finally after what seemed like forever, he pulled his hand back aware of his actions and cleared his throat. I instantly missed his touch. Dammit. So much for not liking him.
He grabbed my hand in his kissing it again, and smirking the smirk that I'm starting to love at me.
" I'll see you tomorrow, I'll come to your room to pick you up?" he asked me, I nodded he smiled.
" excellent. Goodnight Bella. Sogni d'oro. Sweet dreams" he said and brushed a kiss on my hand again before dropping it. Smiling once more and shutting the door quietly behind him.
Dreams Dreams about you. I thought as I switched out the light and tried to get some sleep. Who am I kidding? My heart is still trying to manage itself. I groaned and tried not to think about his beautiful smile. Damn.
Sorry about the horribly late update. I've been kinda busy. But please review and let me know I still have readers out there! It's starting to pick up know, and is going to be more fun to write! So you don't wanna miss it. xD
Next Chapter:
~ see what the Cullen's have been up to
~ Marcus's and Demetri's conversation
~ And Bella's and Demetri's outing
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