A/N: So…This chapter has a small lemon in it. If it sucks, I'm sorry, I tried. I've never written a lemon before, and I didn't want to be too graphic, but I didn't want to just glance over it either, so I tried to find a happy medium between the two. Hopefully it isn't too bad.

Also, for those of you who favorite/followed/reviewed, thank you. It really encourages me to write more and faster.


Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight of any of its characters. I wish.


Previous Chapter…

"The sooner the better I suppose. When do you want to change me?"

"I could do it now," he answers, caressing my cheek, "Is there anything you would like to do or ask before I bite you? Maybe eat your favorite meal? Watch a movie? Anything really."

"I'm not hungry Alec," I shook my head, making a spur of the moment decision, "But…if it's not too dangerous for me…. If you think it would be safe enough and you had the control for it…would you make love to me first? It's one human experience I would like if it's possible. I'm still a virgin. And I want to give myself to you." I looked down on my feet, afraid of his answer. What if he said no?


Now…

I can't believe I just asked him that. Of course it's too dangerous. Does he even want me like that? I know we are mates, but…well he's perfect and I'm just…plain. I could never compare.

I heard him sigh, "Isabella, look at me." He waited until I slowly lifted my head to meet his gaze before he sighed again, seeing my insecurities in my eyes. "He really did a number on you, didn't he?"

I didn't need to ask whom he was talking about. I could only nod, and he continued, "Isabella, I will never reject you unless I feel that you are in no condition for it. As for how safe it is, I will admit that it is a risk, however I am willing to try, if that is what you truly want. I would never knowingly hurt you; so I believe that we will be able to successfully make love before you are changed."

"Really? You want me like that?"

"You do not see yourself clearly. You are a very desirable woman Isabella, and Edward was an idiot for not wanting to even try. No one will ever compare to you. Understand?" He continued at my nod, "Good then. Now, I agreed to try, so would you like to start now? Or would you like a few human minutes first? We could even wait until this evening if you like."

"Would it be easier if you hunted first?"

He shook his head, "I'm fine. I hunted just before I came to pick you up this morning. I won't need to hunt again for a couple of days. But I will go hunt really quick if it makes you feel better. Do you trust me enough to keep control even if I don't hunt?"

I looked at him, horrified by his question, "Of course I trust you Alec. I know you won't put me in known danger. I just…I know it can be uncomfortable for vampires to be around me and not drain me. I've been told that my blood smells more appetizing than most humans. I didn't want you to be uncomfortable. If you say you don't need it, then I believe you. And since you don't need to hunt, if you want to start now we can."

"Good. Before we begin, you must promise to tell me if I accidently get too rough with you. Vampires are very primal and possessive by nature, and we often give in to our instinct if we are safe from discovery. You are my mate. So my instinct will tell me to establish my dominance over you, mark you, and establish that you are mine. My instinct will only be focused on the claiming, Isabella. I cannot promise that I will be as gentle as I need to be, with your human status," he paused to grab a device with a single, large button in the center and setting it on the nightstand, "So when I get too rough and accidently hurt you, I need you to tell me immediately. Yell it at me if you must. And if that doesn't snap me out of my claiming frenzy, I need you to press this button. It will alert Jane to the trouble, and she will come in and use her power to stop me."

I flinched involuntary at the mention of Jane, "But I don't want you to be hurt."

His eyes bore into mine, "Promise me Isabella. Yes her power will hurt me, but that's better than me accidently killing you because I lost my control over my instinct. Please, Isabella. Promise me."

I nodded, appeasing him, "I promise Alec. But I trust you. You won't hurt me. And if you mark me, then it's just as well because I'll need to be changed anyway…would you feel much better if I was changed first? Then you wouldn't need to worry so much."

He considered for a moment, "It would help me worry less, yes. But you said this is something you want to experience as a human my love, and I would like to at least try."

I smiled up at him, "You are a good man, Alec. No matter what I've been told. I am happy that you are my mate."

His only response was to kiss me deeply, with more urgency than his previous kisses. It was rough, possessive, and yet sweet at the same time. It was a kiss that promised what was to come, a kiss that was filled with love and lust absolute need. It spoke of his desire to make me his in every way. And I welcomed it eagerly, wanting nothing more than to be his. To belong only to him.

I barely noticed as he lifted me up and carried me to the bed, without breaking the kiss. His hands roamed up and down my body, groping somewhat roughly, as he pressed his erection into my core. I gave a small moan when he growled and my hands wrapped around his neck, pulling him closer.

When he pulled away from the kiss abruptly, I looked up at him to see pitch black eyes. His instinct to either feed or claim was showing. It should have scared me. But this was Alec, and I could also see fear in his eyes, fear that he would lose control and hurt me. I caressed his cheek and tangled my hand into his hair as I soothed him, "It's okay, baby. I'm ok. I trust you."

He closed his eyes for a moment before opening them again and continuing the kiss, his hands roaming more softly this time. His hands were steady and sure as he slowly stripped off both sets of clothes, giving me plenty of time to change my mind. The room was filled with sighs and moans as he continued to caress my body, his fingers stretching and preparing me for him.

Before I knew it, he was poised over me, seeking permission to enter me with his eyes. I nodded my reply and he slowly sank in until he reached a barrier. He murmured an apology before ripping through it, causing me to let out an involuntary whimper of pain; it had hurt more than I thought it would. He kissed away the few tears that had slipped out, murmuring apologies as he stayed still, waiting for me to adjust to the intrusion.

After a minute I opened my eyes again, to see the worry in his. I leaned up to kiss him, whispering for him to move against his lips. He hesitated before slowly pulling out and thrusting back in, setting a pace and rhythm that drove me crazy for more, and my hips began to match his thrust for thrust. It was slow, sweet, and sensual that was mixed with rough caresses as his claiming instincts tried to take over.

I didn't know how much time had passed, and I didn't care. It was me, and it was Alec, and we were in this bubble filled with love, lust, and need, and anything outside of it mattered little. And when we both finally reached our orgasms, I felt the invisible string that connected us grow in intensity. Like the chaining and binding of our souls was more permanent. I was his, he was mine, and now the entire world will know it. Nothing could tear us apart.

Alec kissed me one last time before pulling out and moving to hold me while I continued to gather my bearings. The orgasm that had ripped through me was intense, and I was still coming down from the high. It was a while before I managed to turn and face him, snuggling into his chest, "Thank you, Alec. That was beautiful, and I'm glad I was able to give myself to you so completely before my change."

He squeezed me tighter before getting up to go into the bathroom. After a few minutes he walked back out, cradled me into his arms and carried me into the bathroom. He carefully placed me into the bubble bath, giving me a small kiss, "I'll be back in a moment, Isabella," he told me before zooming back into the bedroom. He was back and joining me in the tub before I could fully process that he was gone. He held his arms open for me, smiling at me nervously. I rushed into them, eager to be held by him. It was a few moments before he could speak, "Thank you Isabella, for your gift to me. Even if you do not remember today after your change, it will be a memory that I will always cherish. I love you my sweet girl."

I lifted my head and smiled up at him, "I hope I remember. You too gave me a gift today. You made me feel loved, wanted, and I am grateful to have your love. I am happy that you are my mate. You are a kind, wonderful man with a heart of gold. I love you, Alec. I have for a while, but now I'm ready to admit it. I'm in love with you, and I won't ever let you go."

He froze momentarily in shock before smiling and giving me another kiss. This one was pure, making silent promises to love me for as long as I wanted.

We sat in the bath until the water started to get too cold, and the sun was setting. We stepped out after bathing one another, and I let him dry me off before getting dressed in loose fitting clothes. I lay on the bed as he leaned over me. It was time.

He looked at me for a moment before he spoke, "Isabella, I will love you for all eternity. I hate that I am going to be the reason for the pain you will feel. Hold on to my love for you, and I will do my best to try and numb you with my gift." He gave me a lingering kiss before continuing; "I will be biting you from your neck, your wrists, ankles, and knees. I am also going to bite your chest right above your heart, as it will only strengthen our bond even more. The more venom I can push into your system, the faster the change will be. I'm hoping so at least. Are you ready?"

My nerves increased and I could only nod. I wanted this, despite the pain I will feel. He smiled and kissed me once more before he leaned down and I felt his teeth pierce my skin. I felt nothing for a moment, but then a whimper escaped my lips as the fire began to course through my veins, and my world went black.