This chapter really got my heartstrings. I love writing out of Rosalie's point of view. Enjoy and thanks for reading!
Beyond a Bond
I was still tucked between Emmett's arms as I felt the heat of the sun hit my back. I lightly pulled myself from his hold, taking a couple steps closer to the shore, with my back to him. I removed my small sweater, leaving my arms bare. I turned back to him and smiled.
A small gasp escaped his lips and his eyes widened in awe. I walked back to him and laughed once, stroking his glittering face. He wrapped his hand around my wrist, catching sight of his own sparkling skin.
"It's amazing, isn't it?" I asked, smiling even wider. Again, he reminded of a child experiencing his first plane ride. The look on his face was pure fascination.
"It's beautiful…" He hesitantly reached his hand toward my face, tracing my jaw bone with his knuckles. I grinned lightly, and breathed out against his palm.
"What was your life like, before…" Before I ruined it. I finished the question in my head, watching Emmett's eyes watch me.
"Plain. I worked on the railroads with my brother and I hunted with the rest of my free time. My dad loved to hunt. Nature was my brother's first priority, so he'd never even consider touching an animal. So, I used that to my advantage. I hunted to impress my father and he was pleased. The day that you…found me, he knew that I was looking for a black bear. He told me that it had always been a goal of his to kill a black bear.
"I was always so jealous of my brother's life. My mother adored him. He married young and has twin daughters. I was always compared to him—by my mother and father. I chose to prove myself, by killing a black bear. I'm sure that my father has, by now, drawn the conclusion that black bear killed me." Emmett brushed a strand of hair behind my ear and shrugged carelessly.
"I'm sorry that that is how you were seen. You're so…unique. I don't understand how anyone could not appreciate that."
"Thank you, Rose." He wrapped his arms around me once again.
"Do you wish to see them again?" I looked up at him, worried that this realization for him may cause his hate for me to flare.
"Maybe my two nieces, but I have no yearning to see the rest of my family." He watched me for a second and took my hands. "Rose, I can tell by the way you're talking, you believe that you've done me wrong. But I couldn't be more grateful. You've introduced me to a new family and allowed me to restart my life without having to be compared to anyone. For that, I am forever thankful. So please stop worrying and just trust me," Emmett said softly. I turned to watch the sun fall, leaning back against his chest.
"Considering how much I've been through today, you'd imagine that I would be tired." He said on a less serious note. I laughed lightly, recalling that there were some things that Carlisle had left out.
"A human would definitely grow weary after a day such as this. But, unfortunately, we are not humans." I left the riddle hanging for Emmett to solve.
"What are you trying to say?" He asked bemused.
"We don't sleep." I said, laughing again.
"Never?" He asked.
"Not ever." I responded, turning back to him.
"What do you do to pass the time?"
"That depends. Carlisle reads, Edward plays his piano, and what I do always changes." I watched Emmett's expression flicker.
"What do you plan to do tonight?" He asked, true curiosity wavering from his eyes.
"I'd prefer for you to answer first."
"I'd like to spend this night learning about you. You, Rosalie, are a very interesting character in my eyes."
"Then, I suppose that's what I'll be doing tonight." I answered, a smile forming on my face.
We went back to the house at a human walking pace, entering and heading up to my room. We placed ourselves on opposite ends of a loveseat. I tucked my knees against my chest, placing my chin atop them.
Before we could even begin a conversation, rain began pouring from the black sky, pounding against the window.
"What else don't I know about us?" He asked, gesturing toward him and myself.
"I'm unsure how long it may have taken you to figure this out but, our hearts aren't beating. Nothing, but venom is coursing through veins. It acts as blood, but it is so much stronger. Our kind is basically indestructible." I smiled at the sight of Emmett's eyes widening. I heard footsteps coming up the stairs and Edward and Carlisle entered the room, sitting across from us. My smile quickly turned to frown, based on the fact that they interrupted the night that Emmett and I were supposed to share together.
"Edward told me that you are curious to know more about our kind?" Carlisle asked. Emmett looked warily at Edward and nodded slowly.
"A very important thing that you must know is that some vampires are born with…powers." The adolescent word sounded silly coming from Carlisle's mouth, but I patiently waited, listening to the discussion that I had with Carlisle only a couple years ago.
"Such as…?" Emmett prodded for Carlisle to continue.
"I'm not sure if every vampire has a power. I do know that some are much more complex than others. Sometimes I believe that my ability to resist human blood may be my power. Whether or not Rosalie can use this to her advantage, I do believe her beauty is beyond a vampire's natural physique. Edward on the other hand has a more intricate talent. He can read minds." Carlisle finished, and we three waited for Emmett's reaction.
I couldn't help but beam at the mention of my beauty. After all that I had lost, my appearance was the only thing I had. But maybe that I wasn't completely true now that Emmett was in my life.
"You can seriously read minds?" Emmett asked skeptically. Edward nodded, chuckling. "Prove it." Emmett tested him.
"Rosalie is the only thing that's been on your mind since we went hunting." Edward contested.
Emmett looked at me, clearly embarrassed. I grinned and shrugged. "That's too obvious. How about now?" Emmett asked, probing Edward.
"You're thinking about you're twin nieces and Rosalie wishes that you would kiss her." Edward said, teasing me. Although I had thought about that today, it wasn't what was on my mind at the moment. I shot Edward a cold stare and he laughed. Emmett caught my gaze and half-grinned. I turned away, too embarrassed to face him.
"Edward, I believe we've interfered enough for tonight. We'll be going." Carlisle smiled warmly and Edward winked at me. I scoffed at him as he left the room with Carlisle.
"I-I'm sorry for-" I turned back to face Emmett, but I was met by his lips pressing against mine. I gently placed my hands around his neck, pressing my lips harder to his. I felt his cold palms on my waist, pulling me closer to him. I pulled away for an unnecessary breath.
Emmett pursed his lips, fiddling with his hands. I opened my mouth to speak, but I didn't know what to say. After a moment I laughed. Emmett raised his eyebrows curiously.
"That was nice." I commented, taking one of Emmett's large hands into both of mine.
"More than nice." Emmett added. I watched him for a while and sighed. I couldn't resist any longer. I got to my knees on the couch and took his face between my hands, crushing his lips to mine.
Emmett was not the first man I have been this close with. Back when Royce had tricked me into believing that he loved me and vice versa, we had been physically intimate. But just once.
Even after experiencing it only once with Royce, everything was so much different with Emmett. I was only kissing Emmett, and things felt so much more personal. When I was with Royce, I felt exposed. As if he was only with me for show, which I was completely oblivious to until he attacked me.
With Emmett, I was comfortable. With Emmett, I felt...emotionally wanted. Instead of just physically wanted.
I raked my dainty fingers through his short, dark hair, his kisses trailing down my neck. He hesitated as he neared my collarbone. His head returned to my level and he smiled at me. He planted one more short, sweet kiss on my lips, before pulling me into his arms. We settled back into the couch and I lay my head on his chest.
"That Royce guy wasn't worthy of you." Emmett said, surprising me.
"Thank you," I said in a whisper.
"Would you mind if I ask one more question?"
"Not at all, ask as many questions as you want." I offered.
"While I was changing, Carlisle was talking to a woman. I only ever heard her speak once and I haven't seen her." I nodded in understanding.
"Ah, Esme. She's wonderful. The kindest woman that you'll ever meet. Carlisle is always wary of her meeting new members of the family too quickly. Edward didn't offer her a warm welcome right away when Carlisle changed her, so he constantly worries. Carlisle wants you to be completely comfortable before you meet someone who will pose as a mother figure. For many people, mother's are the most important people in their lives.
"It wasn't like that for me, considering that my mother took me for granted and only loved me for my image. I was glad to have a woman like Esme in my life. Edward on the other hand, cherished his mother. He was vigilant about accepting her into his life. He adores Esme now, as it's hard not to, but Carlisle takes every precaution." I explained.
"Can you tell Carlisle that I'd like to meet her?" Emmett asked. I smiled.
"I'm sure Edward already told him." I said, hearing a faint chuckle coming from downstairs. I nodded, confirming my guess.
We lay there in silence for a while. In an impossible way, I felt warm and safe tucked in Emmett's arms.
"You know that I value more than you looks, right?" Emmett asked, startling the silence.
"I was hoping so," I murmured with a smile as he placed a light kiss atop my
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