Fates Intertwined Chapter 13, a misc. books fanfic

Disclaimer: I own the story.. but not the song below.. it's the lyrics to the song Beautiful soul by Jesse McCartney.. Clare's gown was based on the gown of Yukari "Caroline" Hayasaka of Paradise Kiss.

Chapter 13

"Chenille, I think this is way too much."

"What are you saying? It's Valentines ball. You look extremely perfect! Any guy would want to dance with you."

I wore a blue gown designed with white flowers and shimmering pearls. I wore blue heels and my hair was braided and designed with blue roses (white roses were painted blue). I had a white ring with a huge butterfly design.

"Well, I don't really want all the guys to dance with me. That would be tiring."

"Oh yes, of course not. You'd be dancing with your boyfriend," she teases with a grin.

Apparently, I also said 'I love you' to Justin. I guess we are boyfriend and girlfriend now. But nevertheless, I still think the gown I'm wearing is too much. Chenille was just wearing a simple black gown. Why am I being forced to wear this expensive gown anyways?

"Let's go!" She cheerfully exclaims as she grabs my hand and pushes the huge door to the hall of the castle where the ball would be held.

As I entered, the flowing music halted to a stop and the people ceased chattering and eating. They all stared at me. What? Is there something wrong? I instantly wanted to leave, but Chenille continued dragging me. The music slowly restarted, and some people returned to what they were doing, but some continued to gaze at me.

I searched the crowd of people for Justin, but I couldn't see him. Where could he be? Could he have hated what I look like and decided to run away? Just the thought of it wants me to destroy this party.

Rayon approaches me with a smile on his face.

"This is a castle, but not a castle good enough for such a beautiful princess," he says.

"Should I take that as a compliment or an insult?"

"Take your pick. Either way, you look magnificent tonight. It's too bad I'm not getting your first dance. It's reserved for somebody else right?"

"You'll be second then."

"Clare. You have to know that in the world of boys, it's always all or nothing. I'd rather not dance with you if I'm not the first one."

"Tch. Fine. Suit yourself," I grudgingly tell him. He just smiles and leaves to get some food.

Without knowing, Chenille has also left me already. I don't feel so comfortable being alone after all.

Suddenly, I see Chenille stand on the stage holding a microphone.

"Greetings everyone! I'm very sorry to interrupt your joys and bliss in this Valentines ball, but I would want to present to you the Vampire prince, singing for all of us." She winks at me and leaves the stage. She runs beside my and tells be to listen carefully.

Justin enters the stage with a guitar. He wore a black suit and white gloves. His black hair seemed to shimmer under the bright spotlight and his eyes glittered blue. I was happy to see his eyes blue again, since I've been seeing it colored red for awhile now due to drinking my blood.

He sits on a chair at the middle and starts strumming the guitar, filling the air with music.

"I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I wont let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul

I know that you are something special
To you I'd be always faithful
I want to be what you always needed
Then I hope you'll see the heart in me

I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I wont let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul

Your beautiful soul, yeah
You might need time to think it over
But I'm just fine moving forward
I'll ease your mind
If you give me the chance
I will never make you cry c`mon lets try

Am I crazy for wanting you
Baby do you think you could want me too
I don't wanna waste your time
Do you see things the way I do
I just wanna know if you feel it too
There is nothing left to hide

Your beautiful soul, yeah."

I felt teardrops roll down my face. It was the song he composed and sang to me on Valentines Day, three years ago. So it wasn't a joke? He made that song for me?

He stands up and puts his guitar down. He slowly walks toward me, brushing the back of his hand on my cheeks, wiping away my tears.

"Sorry. Did I make you cry?"

"Bastard."

He giggles. "You look wonderful. You make me think that I'm not worthy to be your boyfriend."

"Don't change the topic."

He heaves a sigh and lifts my chin. His eyes mesmerized me. He melts me.

He slowly moved his lips on mine. I was stunned.

Justin kissed me.