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Eden

It was late when Pat had finally strolled off to bed. We had continued with our movie quest by watching a second film of the three Paul had brought. By 2 am she'd called it quits and hobbled to her room gesturing a pleasant wave to us both as if to say good night with both tired eyes and a half dozed expression.

"Take a walk with me." Paul had said clearing the silence between the two of us.

I didn't argue or attempt to mention the absurd hour I simply went with it. Like I was giving in to all the madness that seemed to come with knowing him.

Standing to my feet I followed him toward the door. I grabbed my sweater and shoes before swiftly putting everything on as he waited for me to step outside with him.

The familiar smell of rain met me as I stepped out into the brisk air. I shivered adjusting to the cold wrapping my arms around my waist.

"Alright. So it's your day off. What are you doing?" Paul said, giving me a scenario in an obvious attempt to get to know me.

"Going for a walk, even if it's raining discluding a downpour of course. Or maybe reading a really good book"

I paused, contemplating what else I truly loved doing. With a smile, I spoke."Cooking. Anything and everything. Caramel apple streusel cheesecake, pepper jack cheese stuffed burgers with bacon, rice and chicken. I just love creating mind blowing foods."

"Wait." Paul said before I could continue. I"Burgers stuffed with cheese? And then bacon?"

I nodded. My mother used to say men go crazy for meat and cheese and I wondered if Paul's reaction was due to this theory.

"I would pay damn good money to have you make me that!"

With a laugh I stepped off the sidewalk to cross the street.

Paul's hand reached for my own. Interlocking his fingers with mine, I did nothing to stop him. He observed me momentarily as if to search for a reaction as we walked the dark street. Acting as nonchalant as I could, I

began making conversation. "I have this habit when I'm reading of reenacting all the characters outloud, even the guys." I laughed before continuing. "I lower my voice of course but I guess my testosterone levels are too low to manage to actually sound like a man."

Paul laughed loudly before shaking his head. "Most people don't share the quirky things about themselves. I dig your honesty."

My cheeks burned with embarrassment. I hadn't realized the amount of personal nerdness I'd just released until right then. I wasn't good with boys due to my lack of experience.

Trying to switch the focus away from myself, I realized now that we were alone, I had to chance to ask him questions about his "alter ego"(if that was actually an appropriate title, I wasn't sure).

"How many people are like you." I paused looking around us before whispering.. "I mean, how many others can do what you do?"

"Quite a few. " He said with a smile. "It's a part of my tribe and common for us to phase when vampires threaten the existence of our tribe or community."

"So you're basically the bodyguards of the supernatural world."

He gleamed with pride at my words. "Exactly." He'd stated with a wink.

I sighed. Imagining this entirely separate world that had surrounded me all along. It was like my eyes had opened to see a greater, and quite scarier, bigger picture.

I began to wonder if vampires or giant phasing wolves were not the only mythical beings. That maybe there was more out there.

"What else is out there?" I asked nervously.

Seeing the confusion in his eyes, I emphasized my question. "I mean, what about trolls, goblins or maybe santa claus do they exsist too?"

Paul's head tilted back as he let out a barking laugh. The sheer joy in his face brought out a brand new handsome appearance to him. I kept noticing every expression and gesture that was unique to him, and seemed to fall for each one.

"With as much crazy as I've seen I never deny the possibility of other beings, but I have never personally met a goblin or troll. As far as Santa goes, no doubt in my mind he exists."

Paul was playing with me again. I could see it in his eyes. Maybe it was silly of me to first ask of goblins and trolls followed by a childhood fantasy but I couldn't help it. Who doesn't love the idea of flying reindeer?

Then it hit me. The question I'd asked myself not too long before. The one that involved the possibility of me fitting into this new world.

"What about-" I paused, unsure of how to ask. "What about people who can make things happen?"

Paul raised an inquisitive eyebrow. "What do you mean?"

I knew I could trust him. How I knew wasn't explainable but much like the feeling of safeness whenever he was near me, I trusted paul.

Still, admitting something I wasn't entirely sure of myself was too hard.

I shrugged my shoulders nonchalantly before speaking. "Like in the movies people just think about something happening and then bam!" I lifted my arms in an explosive gesture before continuing. "It happens. Like magic."

"Some of the vampires I've come across have abilities outside of the normal stuff like speed and strength. One I know can read minds. Another can tell the future."

My eyes widened. Maybe there really was something special to me. If they could do such things couldn't it be possible that I could too?

"What is it?" He'd asked me, obviously noticing the look of possibility and shock on my face.

I shook off my nerves and smiled. "Nothing just trying to imagine what it would be like to read minds."

He didn't seem entirely convinced but left it alone. "My pack and I are so connected we hear each other's thoughts. Trust me it can be an asset but it drives me insane most of the time. It's bad enough when someone has their own problems to deal with in their head but I've got my packs' up their too."

I laughed and rolled my eyes dramatically. "Wow nevermind. You can keep that gift, I'm good."

A wind began to pick up causing my teeth to chatter. Before a moments notice Paul had wrapped his arms around me as we stood on the sidewalk.

"How about we head back? You're freezing." He'd said under his breath.

I was against his chest. And the closeness and warmth sent a different sort of shiver through my body.

"I'm not anymore." I said comfortably.

He laughed before running his hand down my back. My cheeks burned as I bit my lip.

"I'm pretty sure it's gonna sprinkle and I should be a gentleman and get you home."

Stupid chivalry. I thought to myself.

Before I knew it we were standing in the living room. It was quiet as I looked into his gloriously gorgeous dark eyes.

The impact of his lips against mine shocked me. I hadn't expected Paul to kiss me and it had happened so fast it took a moment for my brain to catch up. My heart raced and my legs felt like jelly. He pulled me closer ending the kiss with a warm embrace. It was quick and sweet. And I couldn't hold back the grin I felt building inside.

"I need to see you. Often. I can't make it till late tomorrow. But I'll be here." He hadn't let me go yet.

"Okay." I stated calmly. I was beginning to realize that his need to see me might not be so one-sided anymore.

Pulling away, he lay a gentle kiss on my forehead before saying goodbye.

Closing the door I watched him leave. I realized I would need Pat to help me pick out another outfit for tomorrow.

Paul

The guys wouldn't be happy about me taking off again. There had been some activity of vampire attacks outside the city and the Cullens had been helping us investigate. The bloodsucker was good at hiding. His scent had always gone cold before we could find him. They would have to just understand. She was my world now and I needed her more than I needed the pack. Always.

I hope you enjoyed the chapter! More action, romance, and fun is to come! The plot thickens very soon haha! Please leave a review it helps me write quicker