His words touched my heart little did he know I can't let go either. He had touched a place inside me no one else had ever touched. I sat up and moved to straddle his lap resting my hands on his shoulders. I wanted to talk serious who knows when he would leave for Dallas and it sounded serious there.

"I've met many men in my life Godric but none have touched me like you have." I ran my finger over his lips. "I find myself wondering if you're a dream because how could someone so perfect be real."

"I am far from perfect." He wrapped his fingers around mine holding them on his chest.

"I am dangerous Daniella. I am vampire and I bring death you deserve so much more than me but I can't help but feel so much joy when I am with you."

"Godric you want to change this world. You want to make it better and that makes you special. Everyone has done things in their past that they are not proud of. I'd like to help you change the future in any way I can if you'll have me."

He looked at me with such sincerity and love, his hand coming up to caress my face.

"My emotional attachment to you has grown so fast. I do not understand the working of this entirely all I know is you are my light in the darkness. It's as if you are the only voice my heart recognizes and as afraid as I am of this I look into your eyes and know I cannot refuse you."

His words so raw and emotional he truly was beautiful. I felt a tear run down my cheek I have never felt such emotion nor have I ever been in love so quickly. Yes, I love him and I can admit it head over heels.

His thumb brushed my cheek and I closed my eyes for a moment then opened them to see his again.

"I love you Godric. I know it's crazy to feel this way…to say this but…"

He pressed a finger to my lips.

"I do not take such emotions lightly."

"I know." I said wondering if I had said something wrong.

I felt his eyes on me then his lips gently kissing my own. I have never felt so complete and it's happened so fast. I ran my hands up his chest and to his cheek. He is so perfect. It's funny how he makes my body feel so many sensations at once. I feel so alive with him.

He pulled my face back looking deeply into my eyes, "I love you Daniella."

I felt his hand slide from my waist to my hip then on the skin of my thigh below my shorts. I gasped when squeezed it lightly, my breathing automatically increasing as he moved his hand back down my quivering flesh and under my shirt to caress my side. He didn't seem as if he wanted to stop and although my mind was telling me we should my body was quickly overruling that thought. I wanted him, I wanted this.

His cool lips fell to the flesh of my neck and I arched clutching his shoulders.

"Godric, I want you." I managed breathily. I couldn't believe I said it but I could no longer deny what I wanted.

He was suddenly flipping me on my back. I could feel him against my neck, his hands slowly lifting my shirt inch by inch. I felt like I was on fire. He lifted his head to look into my eyes. His eyes were full of passion and desire. I could also see love.

"I didn't want…" He shook his head "Daniella I wanted to take this slow but I can't. Make me stop tell me to stop if you don't I can't I want you too badly."

I cupped his face in my hands.

"I want you too. I need this connection." I said to him. He caressed my face, " I'm driven by the need to feel closer to you. I just can't get close enough. I want to be with you and not just today I want you by my side and I have no way to explain feeling such emotion after such a short time. I just know this feels right."

"Does it usually take you this long when you decide you want to make love to someone?" I said hoping that would be his cue to quit explaining because I understood. He looked at me in disbelief and I smirked wrapping my legs around him.

"I understand my handsome vampire please you do not have to explain but more kissing would be wonderful."

He smiled and for the first time I saw fangs.

"I've never made love to someone so I would not know." He commented back. My smile quickly faded.

"What do you plan on doing with those?" I questioned with a raised eyebrow looking at his fangs.

"You do want the whole package do you not?" He asked watching me curiously. I wasn't quite sure what he meant.

He leaned down to my ear.

"Do you want me Daniella? Do you want to be mine and only mine?" He leaned back to see my face.

"Yes." I did there was no question of that.

"Then I have to mark you." He whispered kissing my ear and down my neck. I felt his tongue trailing my jugular but I didn't pull away.

"I will sense your every emotion, I will know where you are every minute of every day and everyone will know you belong to me. Would you want to be my mate Daniella?"

Now that sounds like something I would love….he's driving me crazy I can feel his teeth grazing my skin lightly.

"Will you be only mine?" I questioned. He leaned up stroking my cheek.

"Forever… everyone will know I belong to you. I want only you Daniella."

I smiled guiding his head back to my neck.

"Then I am yours." It wasn't like he didn't know that already. I lifted my head as he tossed my shirt to the side. His body felt cool against my own. I felt his lips again against my neck.

"I promise you I will keep you safe always." He whispered before I felt a sharp pinch in my neck and arched his strong hands holding me down. It only hurt for a moment before the sensations changed to pleasure. I can't explain the sensations he was creating but they were euphoric.

He released my neck sealing the wounds as I lay panting beneath him. He opened his wrist and pressed it to my lips.

"You must drink my love to make the bond complete."

I was hesitant but the look in his eyes was more than enough to make me compliant. I have always hated the smell of blood but in reality his didn't taste anything like I thought it would. I felt his lips at my ear.

"You are going to feel very strange this is because I am so old. My blood is very strong our lovemaking will be intense."

It would have been intense in the first place you mean it can get better? He stroked my hair with his free hand and kissed my neck.

"It is enough my love. You will drink more soon our bond will be very strong." He said and I released his wrist. I watched in amazement as it healed itself. I felt like I was floating like I could feel every molecule of my body every strand of hair, every pore in my skin. He looked down from above me.

"How do you feel?"

"Odd." I reached out and touched his face amazed at how he felt under my fingertips. I sat up from my position and I suppose he sensed my move because he allowed it and was on his knees in front of me. My eyes wide I ran my fingers over his chest.

"You feel different." I leaned forward kissing his neck. "You taste different."

He moaned grabbing my hair and pulling my face to his.

"Yes and I can feel everything you do in my own skin and through yours." His voice was strained.

"How does it make you feel?" I questioned. He asked me so I guess I'll ask back.

He smiled that beautiful smile it was so sexy.

"Take a guess."

Wait, where is my shy Godric? Is this the bad boy from his past he hides so well? He crushed my lips to his as his body pulled mine full force into him. He lifted me and carried me to the bed gently laying me down. He braced above me on the bed so he wouldn't hurt me but at this point I don't think I cared. I was reaching to remove his pants. I have been dreaming of this for a year I am tired of waiting. I don't think anything could have prepared me for Godric. He turned my world upside down and I loved it.

I awoke later and looked at the clock. It was flashing nine. I had fallen asleep again? Well not surprising after what we had done. He is amazing not that I ever doubted he would be. My dreams did not come near giving him justice. I didn't feel him in the bed so I flipped the light on. I was alone.

I sat up stretching and going to the bathroom then rinsing my face with cold water. I noticed the marks on my neck weren't even visible. I have no idea how he managed that because I know he bit me. I heard the door and walked out. Godric smiled at me. He looked glorious as always but somehow even better tonight. I could see him so much clearer. He sat a tray down and some bags.

"I brought you something to eat and to wear. I felt you were up."

Wow is this how this bonding thing works? He chuckled and walked over to me kissing me softly.

"Did you sleep well my love?"

I wrapped my arms around his neck.

"I did. I think you wore me out." Not that I minded at all.

He kissed my head. "You'll get used to it."

"What if I don't want to?" I teased.

He pulled my arms tenderly from his neck. "You should eat. I took quite a bit of your blood and even though I gave you mine you still need to replenish your energy."

I sat on the couch and grabbed the tray looking over it. He had actually done quite well. He had gotten grilled chicken with some asparagus and some sort of potatoes for the main course and crème Brule for desert. Someone knew gourmet. I looked up at him.

"So who cooks this good around here?"

He smiled sitting beside me.

"They do have restaurants nearby. Eric has connections believe it or not."

I could believe it he'd probably just whack them if they didn't do what he wanted. I smiled to myself and ate my dinner which was delicious. I turned to him.

"Does the smell bother you?"

"No." He said simply.

I set the tray down when I couldn't eat anymore.

"That was wonderful thank you." I moved quickly and jumped into his lap and he froze. I was concerned I didn't understand what I had done wrong. I got up quickly and moved away.

"I'll just go…" I quickly disappeared into the bathroom. I didn't understand I thought after everything that had happened we were over the touchy feely thing. I leaned on the sink trying to keep the tears from my coming when I felt his hands on my hips.

"I'm sorry please do not misunderstand. You surprised me and I am still getting used to this. It has nothing to do with you."

He turned me lifting my chin. "Daniella you know I love your touch. I'm just not used to being touched yet give me time. I will adjust soon I promise do not take this personally please love. It would break my heart if I hurt you. " I met his eyes and I could see the pain they held. I knew he was telling the truth I knew he liked my touch after all hadn't he proved it? He kissed my hand.

"Please forgive me human touch is not something I am used to. I will get used to it very soon especially yours and I hope to feel a lot of it. I do enjoy it."

I couldn't help but forgive him I am sure this was foreign to him. I stroked his cheek and his eyes closed he inhaled deeply.

"I do love your touch Dani….so much."

He opened his eyes and smiled. "Come, I bought you some things."

I followed him into the bedroom and he handed me two bags. I pulled out two extremely pretty dresses. One was red and the other cream. They were both form fitting and looked expensive I didn't ask how he knew my size. They were each unique and I liked them. I found them elegant and sexy at the same time.

"They are very pretty."

"I'm glad you approve. I got you a few other things as well I picked out the shoes and Pam the other things she said you would not be happy if I were buying you underclothes."

I chuckled pulling out the silk and lace bra and panty set Pam picked out. She knew Godric's taste.

"Yes well she may be right."

He smiled, "Although I would not mind seeing it on you."

I raised an eyebrow naughty boy.

"Maybe later if you're good." I kissed him gently.

I continued to look at the things running my fingers over a silky gown he had gotten me. I knew it was him it had to be. It was classic and very feminine it had Godric written all over it.

"Do you like it?" He questioned kissing my neck I shivered when I felt his tongue on the spot he had bitten me. It was very sensitive as if I could feel it all over again. He chuckled and released me.

"Yes it's perfect." I stuttered

"Good. I thought of you when I saw it. I will let you dress meet me upstairs when you are ready."

I watched him disappear and changed clothes. I couldn't believe how well the clothes fit. He obviously has an eye for clothes I'll have to get him to shop for me more often. I wore the red dress and little make-up. I noticed Pam had bought me some lip stick to match which was nice of her. I usually didn't wear bright red but tonight…ok. I even loved the shoes he bought me they were perfect. I love red heels.

I headed upstairs feeling actually pretty tonight and opened the door to see the huge vampire again. He turned to me this time smiling and turning back forward interesting no smirk like I expected.

I felt him grab my arm. "Watch your step there is a board there that always gets the heels if you aren't careful." He pointed and I looked at him strangely.

"Thanks."

He nodded and leaned back where he was.

"There you are!" The voice sounded so loud I had to cover my ears. Sookie hugged me. "I was wondering when you were going to make an appearance. Wow, you look great tonight."

"Thanks you too… not so loud." I removed my hands and she looked at me funny.

"I wasn't loud was I?" She turned to Bill who was observing me with an unusual expression.

He smiled at her. "It is quite loud in here."

She turned back to me. "I was telling Godric you two should come to Bon Temps. We would love to have you visit. I know you were questioning some things and it could give you some insight. It's very laid back there. We could always use a doctor."

"Sookie he has things to tend to in Dallas first." Bill reminded her.

"I know but when he's through." She smiled at me. "You can come anytime. I'd love to have you and we would have a blast. We could compare notes."

I chuckled at her she is cute. I rubbed my temples not understanding why I could hear everyone so well and it all seemed so loud.

"I'll get us a drink want anything?" Sookie asked me. I shook my head no. I felt Bill rest his hand under my elbow and lean down.

"His blood is very strong that is why you can hear so well and are so sensitive right now."

I looked up at him. How did he know that?

"How did you..?"

"I can smell him on you. You have bonded with him and with him being so old the scent is very strong."

Now I know what he meant where was he anyway?

I could hear arguing and I turned. It wasn't like it was anywhere around me but it felt like it was right in my ear. I followed the sound to Eric's door and knocked. Eric opened the door leaning on it and looking down at me.

He turned to Godric and sighed walking back to his desk.

"Your mate is here."

Godric stood walking over to me.

"I'm sorry I didn't greet you but I heard Sookie and felt you were well. I need a few minutes here and I will be out shortly. You look beautiful. "

"Thank you. You are arguing is everything ok?"

I saw Eric raise an eyebrow.

Godric looked at me cupping my face in his hands. "I am sorry you ears are probably sensitive. We are not arguing at all. Eric was telling me his opinion on a matter. Please give us a moment and I will be out soon."

"As you wish." I bowed my head slightly and he stopped me.

"You are my companion Daniella. I chose you to walk beside me you do not bow to me."

I was confused.

"I thought it showed respect?"

"It does but not from one's mate. We'll speak of this later." He stroked my cheek and I turned walking back into the bar. I found Sookie and Bill and sat down. She smiled.

"Where did you go?"

"I was finding Godric and obviously confusing myself. I don't understand any of what is respectful and not." I said toying with the table.

Sookie laughed, "It is all confusing I say learn as you go." Bill stood and headed towards Eric's office. Sookie and I looked at each other. I bit my lip.

"What's wrong?" She questioned.

"I just…It's been a strange night. I did something with Godric and I guess I should have asked details before I dove in you know? Not that I wouldn't have done it. I love him but it's very confusing."

"We'll can I help? I'll answer any questions you want if I know the answers. I do have one very important piece of advice though. You live your life for you and who cares what everyone else thinks. No one else is going to live it for you or try to walk in your shoes but they are going to try and criticize you. It's what they do when you are with a vampire. You have to have thick skin and know you aren't wrong for following your heart."

I smiled, "Thanks Sookie." I knew she would be a good friend.

She took my hand, "Come on let's go outside and talk."

I followed her to the side of the club and she turned to me.

"So spill tell me what's got your panties in a bunch cause I know it's something big." She said with a huge smile.

You have to like Sookie how can you not? She has a way with words. I looked down.

"You know me and Godric haven't known each other long but the way I feel for him is…." I exhaled.

She raised her eyebrows. "I can't read your mind to see how you feel for him. I can tell you feel very deeply it doesn't take a mindreader to see that. I have read his mind though and I know he feels very deeply for you." She paused. "Did you two make out or something?"

I shook my head, "It's more than that."

She took one look at me and her mouth dropped.

"You and Godric? I mean he's so quiet and….I just never….he doesn't seem like the seductive type. I mean I realize he's a vampire and I'm sure he can be but he's like this innocent little boy."

I raised my eyebrow, "He isn't innocent trust me."

She grinned, "Really?"

I shook my head, "You're getting me off of the subject. I've known since the first time I met him he was special. I felt things I haven't before. We moved faster than normal and well I sort of always had a feeling we would. The attraction was just so strong and…well he bit me."

She shrugged, "Well that's ok Bill bite's me. It's kind of passionate when you are making love with a vampire. "

"Yes but you've known each other a long time."

She thought about it a moment.

"If you really have feelings for him it doesn't matter what matters are you and him. I mean it's not like you bonded with him or anything."

I just keep digging my hole it would seem. I shook my head and she frowned gasping.

"You bonded with him? Now that is moving fast. Not that there is anything wrong with that I mean when you know you know."

"It was stupid wasn't it? I know nothing about bonding and what it means except I belong to him." I leaned on the side of the building.

She smiled.

"No, I actually think it's sweet. Godric's very quiet and for him to do something like this you must be very special. I'd say you two have some serious feelings going on. I knew that I mean he was thinking it in his head but… he just really likes you and its sweet. Well he more than likes you. " She laughed. "You're in love with him too so don't act innocent. Well, I guess now we really have a lot to talk about. You know there is bonding and then bonding as in taking the person for a mate or wife, husband whatever the vamps classify it as these days."

"Yes, he wants me as a mate." I mentioned biting my lip. "I want him too. I'm crazy huh?"

Sookie smirked.

"Well honey I didn't even get to throw you a shower." She teased. "You are not crazy remember what I said follow your heart you can't go wrong when you do."

I knew she was right. I was just overwhelmed because I had just given myself to him but in truth I was happy. I didn't regret it at all. I would do it a million times over he is my soul mate.

"You didn't throw a shower I didn't get a ring so I guess we're about even." I said to her teasingly.

We both laughed.

"Well look a here." I heard the male voice and didn't even want to turn. Sookie turned and put her hands on her hips.

"Don't you boys have something better to do then harass women having a conversation?"

I turned seeing there were four of them and they didn't look very friendly.

"Sure we do but two women as pretty as yourselves don't want to go in this kind of club. We can show you a much better time. Nothing but fangs in there you don't need that." The tall one to the left said.

I was fine until one started to move closer to me. We both started to move slowly away but they were advancing as we did. I felt him grab my hair pulling me back.

"Where are you going sweetheart we just want to have a little fun."

"Sookie run!" I told her. She didn't have to. Bill was at her side.

"Why don't we have a little fun?" His menacing voice was in my ear then suddenly I felt my hair being released and turned seeing Godric holding his throat. His eyes flashed at me in warning and I turned my head. I heard the bones crack but I didn't see it. I heard the other boys and I think they tried to run but I know Eric cornered them from the other side and between the three vampires it wasn't even a second before it was over.

Sookie had her arm around my back knowing I was not used to this. I didn't know what to think but certainly the men would have hurt us and they did ask for it. I would not deny that had Godric and Bill not come who knows what they would have done.

I looked up seeing his face.

"Are you ok?" His hand caressed my face and I jumped into his arms. He held me tightly I was happy that he didn't freeze on me this time.

"We should go inside."

We went inside the bar to Eric's office where he sat me beside him.

Eric shut the door once Bill and Sookie were in.

Godric turned to me taking my hand in his.

"Are you sure you are ok?"

I nodded, "Yes…what's wrong?"

I could tell by his face something was.

"I need to go home for a while. I want you to stay here and continue your visit with your aunt and maybe even visit with Sookie if you want." He said calmly.

"What?"

"I need you to be out of Dallas just for a while until things get settled. If you are here Eric can protect you and in Bon Temps Bill will make sure you are well."

I stood pushing his chest.

"I don't need a babysitter." I watched Eric smirk leaning back in his chair.

Godric sighed, "No you do not. I simply wish you to remain safe. I do not think Dallas is safe for you currently. Not now."

"I have a home, I have a job there what do you mean I can't go back?"

Eric raised an eyebrow. "What Godric is trying to say but unable to is you lost your freedom when you mated with him sweet cheeks. You are a liability to him if you go home they can use you as bait against him."

"Eric!" Godric raised his voice.

I looked at Godric's face. He looked upset as he took my face in his hands.

"I knew I should not have done this to you forgive me for following my heart. I knew this would put you in danger it was unfair of me to do so." He released me and looked down.

I wrapped my arms around his neck and pulled him close feeling him return the embrace.

"I'll do whatever you ask me to just come back to me."

I didn't like having an audience but at this point I didn't really care.

"When do you leave?" I questioned.

He leaned back.

"Tomorrow… I will keep in touch and do everything I can to get you home as soon as possible. I will make it safe for you there."

I just found him and here I was losing him again. He must have felt my pain because he pulled me closer kissing my neck.

"Let go downstairs." He nodded to Eric and Sookie and led me to his temporary bedroom. I just wanted him to hold me and he did. He held me until it was time for him to leave. I can't believe I've become emotionally attached so fast. I cried when he left not knowing if I would ever see him again.

I knew he was strong and I knew what they told me but that didn't mean I wouldn't worry.

I busied myself helping Aunt Maryanne. We would go to Eric's when needed and occasionally I would go see Sookie and visit. It had been three months and I hated this. I spoke to Godric nightly but it had been three days now and I had not heard from him. Pam had called us to Fangtasia to assist some demon who had injured himself. Aunt Maryanne was looking after him while I stared at the wall.

Pam raised an eyebrow when she walked in and saw me.

"Well I am surprised to see you here."

I frowned, "Why?"

"Well I mean Eric left two days ago and Sookie and Bill left yesterday I assumed you would be with them."

Pam had me worried now.

"Why would I go with them?"

"Well." She shrugged. "I guess you don't have to. I mean obviously you didn't but I mean if my mate were missing I would be there."

I felt my heart sink.