Edythe's POV

I was shocked at the reaction that Beau had when the Neanderthal Ryder tried grabbing my hand. I was getting ready to push him back but part of me was glad I didn't because I would've sent him flying to the nearest Honda Civic. Ryder had been following me around since he started and he was as shallow and as self centered as royal used to be in his human life, maybe even more arrogant than him. Everything I despised in a human was Ryder's character traits. The way he would speak to me, the misogynistic, overused nicknames he would give to me, the way he looked at me, ugh! Disgusting. I have never cared what anyone thought of me but I have very little patience for repugnant boys like him. I expected this lewd stunt from him just by reading his twisted mind but what I hadn't anticipated was the reaction that Beau was going to have. I was surprised and actually flattered that he stepped in so quickly to defend my honor. His jaw was clenched so tight, his beautiful ocean eyes were on fire, his heart was racing, blood was pumping at a rapid pace, his posture was perfectly straight, using his height as an intimidation tactic. His body was shielding me from the arrogant fool. I could also see his fists tightening, his hands shaking with anger. I never thought I would see Beau this angry. I grabbed Beau by his hand and calmly spoke to him "Beau it's ok it's not worth it, I'm fine. I can take care of myself, please walk away and go...it's nothing to worry about."

"Yeah Beaufort, walk away like the little bitch you are, let me talk to my girl chump...So baby cakes where were we?"

Edythe you might want to step back, he's not going to listen, he's going to-

POW!

Before Archie could finish warning me I saw Ryder on the ground covering his face from the loud punch that Beau connected. Beau got on top of Ryder, throwing his left and right fists wiping the grin off his face, the neanderthal threw a right punch at beau but missed. Ryder pushed beau back, got up and charged towards him, missing his first jab. Beau ducked under his second attempt and quickly connected a left and right hook under Ryder's jaw. I would have no problem stepping in but I couldn't demonstrate my real strength without giving our secret away to them. I also ran the risk of hurting both boys.

Archie do something!!!

He ignored me. I turned towards the car and saw that both my siblings were hyping beau up to continue this fight, enjoying this like it was the best action movie they've ever seen.

"HELL YEAH!!!!! WOOOOO! KICK HIS ASS BEAU!!!! This is the best nig-oh DAAMMNNN!!! Did you see that kick to the gut!?!"

"I'm sorry edy, that Ryder kid has had this coming since day one! KICK HIS UGLY ASS BEAU-MAN!!"

"OH SHIT!!! WATCH OUT BEAU! DUCK, DUCK!"

"HIT EM WITH THE RIGHT HOOK BEAU!!! COME ON! BEAU, BEAU, BEAU!!" Archie kept chanting beau's name over and over watching him dodge Ryder's kick.

"YEAH!!! HA HA!! How you like that now Ryder!!"

Eleanor and Archie loudly cheered on beau, Ryder stumbled back clutching his eye with a shocked look on his face. I must admit that watching Beau fight someone was oddly attractive to me. His muscles were clenched and I could see a little bit of his toned stomach when his shirt rose up above his jeans. The veins in his biceps popping out as the adrenaline kept surging throughout his body. The look of determination and fury displayed in his eyes as he threw another jab at Ryder.

Can one of you break it up before Beau goes to jail for murder. As happy as I was to see Beau put Ryder in his place, I didn't want him to spill blood or worse, for beau to get hurt. After what seemed like an eternity Archie and Eleanor finally got out to separate the two.

"Archie don't you dare, you take beau, the blond one is mine" Eleanor growled as she easily pulled Ryder away from Beau and held him to the ground, with no struggle, until he calmed down. I could tell she was enjoying herself way too much for this. It had been awhile since Eleanor actually restraint someone that wasn't our family, so she definitely was having the time of her life. Archie grabbed Beau and slightly pushed him back with out using too much force, I immediately took Beau's hand and walked away with him. "Beau it's ok relax, breath, it's over ok...it's all over." I turned around and saw how Eleanor disposed of Ryder as she spooked him away.

"BYE Blondie!! Hope this time you learn your lesson baby cakes!!" Eleanor taunted Ryder as she sent him away from the area to avoid further issues.

"Beau why did you do that? I had control of this. Are you ok?" He just at gazed me, still trying to catch his breath. The look of anger, fury, shock, determination, all emotions flashing in his eyes. I once again stared into his blue embers to see if I could read his thoughts, but nothing. I was met with an invisible wall of steel.

"Edythe-are you ok? Are you hurt?"

I struggled to hold back a laugh from the question. If only he knew I thought. I was shocked that he asked me if I was ok. Of course I was fine but it warmed my cold heart to see how he cared about my wellbeing. I love him so much, I truly don't deserve him, he's an angel. A very mysterious and unpredictable angel. I snapped myself out of his mesmerizing stare and checked his fists noticing how red and bruised they were from the jabs he threw at Ryder. His upper eyebrow had a bruise but no blood was spilled, thank goodness. His t-shirt was torn from his neck revealing to me a bit of his collar bone. I wonder if he wouldn't mind me touching his chest...I fantasized a second more until I felt his hand shaking in mine.

"I'm going to take you home beau, wait here please" Beau silently shook his head in agreement and sat down on the floor, his jacket wrapped around his waist, still in shock from what he just did. I let Archie and Eleanor know that I would take beau home.

"Are you sure edy?"

"Yes, he can't drive alone right now, you guys can follow me to his house". I loudly stated so beau knew and wouldn't wonder how I would get home without a car.

Archie nodded and I overheard Eleanor laughing at how much fun this night had been and how we should do this more often. I rolled my eyes as I pulled Beau up and took him to his car, he gave up his keys with no hesitation. It was very silent for the first few minutes of the drive and I could feel that he had relaxed already. His breathing and heart rate were normal, his scent was still intoxicating but I couldn't focus on the sweet aroma of his blood. I was still surprised at his reaction to the whole situation. I silently giggled at the events that just took place. I always believed Beau to shy away and avoid conflict, but tonight he was a completely different person.

"What's so funny?" Beau asked, his face perplexed.

"Haha, I just never thought I would ever see you get this angry, let alone in a fight. Have you ever fought anyone before?"

"No. Never. This was the first time." He sighed looking out the window, a small grin forming on his pink lips, "I guess watching all those boxing movies really paid off."

"Hmmm interesting...I would've thought you had fought before with the way you handled yourself."

"No, in reality I'm not good at all. If that jerk actually knew how to fight I would've been pummeled...but I couldn't just let him speak to you that way. I just couldn't..." I turned my head seeing him cover his eyes with his palms.

"I know that you don't need protection and you probably could kick his ass if you wanted to but I just snapped. And before I knew it he was on the ground and I was punching his face." His gaze now on his hands, his forehead covered in sweat, his eyes closed, he inhaled in and out to control his nerves.

We arrived at his house in a quick manner, Charlie wasn't home yet, which was good so Beau could have space without explaining things to his dad. I turned to beau and eyed him as I thought of all the things he said before and after the fight. My mind was analyzing all his words and what he meant exactly. I couldn't quite understand if he meant what he said or was it just the heat of the moment. From what I could gather from the minds of the forks high school student body Beau seemed to be obsessed with me since the day he first saw me. Little did he know I was equally, maybe even more obsessed with him. Was he jealous that Ryder was flirting with me? Or was he just defending a "damsel in distress"?

"Beau did you truly mean what you said tonight when you defended me?" The words blurted out of me, I held my breath in anticipation for his response. He stayed silent for a moment avoiding my gaze. His heart started beating faster, red splotches forming in his rosy cheeks. He then shyly smiled at me. "Of course. I meant every word and I still do. I-I care about you. I think you deserve so much respect and no one should ever speak to you that way. I could never let you get hurt."

My answer was given to me. He actually cared for me, he said he cared for me. What did I do to deserve this adorable, pure, innocent human being. He was too good for me but yet I feel so happy and gitty that he thought of me that way. Not only was he happy to see me tonight but he defended me from that obnoxious monster. I wish now more than ever that I was human so I could hold him in my arms and taste his perfect, warm lips. His hands holding me tight to his chest, breathing in his scent, his kisses on my jaw. Our hands intertwining in each other's hair...

My steamy fantasy was cut short when I heard my phone ring, Archie was calling to check up on me. I lifted my head and gazed at my love. His blue orbs gazed back at me with warmth and adoration with a hint of shyness. As much as I wanted to stay here forever, losing myself in Beau's precious eyes, I had to leave before Charlie got home or worse.

"Are you sure you will be ok? I can go inside and help you with your injuries?"

He chuckled nervously, cheeks still flushed from our silent but intense moment "no it's ok Edythe. It's nothing but a bruise, I've had worse." He nonchalantly stated.

"Do you want me to stay until Charlie arrives?" I could see the look of hope on his face when I said I could go inside but he flashed me his enchanting half smile making my heart melt...if I had one of course.

"It's ok, I'll be fine. Uhh thanks for everything tonight. Please thank your siblings as well for stopping it." The tension in the car was overwhelmingly exciting. The feeling of electricity and excitement engulfing us in this confined space. During our exchange I noticed our bodies unconsciously moved closer. Our faces were inches away, his piercing stare was making my insides explode with desire. I wanted nothing more than to pull him close and feel his soft, warm lips on mine but I couldn't lose control, that's something I can't afford. I had to keep him safe and most importantly, alive. I quickly pulled away, got out of the car and walked him to his front porch.

"Beau?"

"Yes Edythe?"

"Thank you for everything tonight. I'm grateful to you for helping me. You were...my hero today." I flashed my signature dimpled smile and let my finger graze his jaw. My cold touch made his heartbeat escalate for a few seconds. We both stayed silent, not looking away from each other's gaze. I could feel that magnetic pull of my body to his. The desire to touch him intensifying with every passing second.

"Wait- can I uh, If you want- uh can I take you home? It's pretty late and I wouldn't feel comfortable with you walking home on your own.

"Don't worry beau my siblings are on their way to get me remember?." I lied to him calmly. I had already planned to run home but he didn't need to know that. "Goodnight Beau. Thank you again" I said to him, in the voice that I use to soothe humans. He smiled so sweetly to me, waved me goodbye, disappearing into his house.

I quickly walked away from his home, when the coast was clear I darted towards the woods and ran home. All I could think was how lucky and how in love I am with this human. I felt so much regret and pain for the way I've been treating him for the last few weeks. I wanted to do something nice for him, maybe I should bring him a gift. But of course his stubborn human self wouldn't accept it. I thought of what I could do for him as I reached my house. I smiled to myself and decided that maybe it was time I stopped staying away from him. I couldn't deny my feelings any longer. But I also didn't want to start anything knowing that I was the worst and most dangerous being he could be around. The thoughts dissolved when I walked in the house, instantly met with Archie and Eleanor. Wanting to know what happened. I glared at him knowing now why he wanted us to go to the show and to talk to beau after.

"You knew all along didn't you?"

"Uhhhh sort of, kind of, yeahhh...don't be mad Edy I only saw the performance I didn't think he would get in a fight." Thank God I was there to witness my best friend kicking that son of a bitch's ass.

"Why didn't you warn me sooner, I'm sure you must've seen a vision of him throwing a punch."

"Of course I did...but if I'm honest...that Ryder kid was getting on my last nerves. He had it coming since he stepped on my 500 shoes. I'm glad Beau beat the hell out of him. Who better than your future boyfriend-and my future best friend- to defend your honor! Right Eleanor?"

"Hell yeah! Tonight was awesome! who knew your human boyfriend had a good right hook! I can't wait to meet him, maybe he can teach me his technique?" Eleanor mischievously grinned at us as she walked away to tell royal and Jessamine what they missed out on.

I walked to my room processing tonight and everything that happened. I was truly surprised and intrigued to witness this side of Beau Swan. I was truly in love with him. I decided that I was done trying to stay away from him, I love him too much for that. I had to satisfy my selfish whim and be close to him. I can't wait for Monday, I thought. Maybe I'll sit with him during lunch...

Author's Note: Woooo so much excitement there! Who knew Beau had that right hook. I hope you guys enjoy this story, it was extremely fun to write!! Thank you again to whoever decides to read this!