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Holding Tight, Letting Go

Note – This story is a little sad in some parts so you may need a tissue. It takes place the next morning after Dyson, Tamsin and Bo found Kenzi. Dyson is still under the doubt but its wearing off and Tamsin is a little OOC along with Kenzi. Bo is just worried about Kenzi at the moment and doesn't want to think about Trick told her. Also it will be from First person POV and 3rd Pov. Just to let ya know...

Kenzi's thoughts

Nezi's thoughts – Vampire side to Kenzi

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(Dyson's Pov – Four Hours Later)

I just shrugged. "I thought you could put some weight on without any problem but I love you just the way you are." I could see surprise in her eyes. Then I realized I never told her I loved her.

"You love me." She whispered looking into my eyes. I could see tears starting to gather.

"Yes Kenzi." I looked into her eyes. "I love you with everything I am. My wolf is yours as you are mine." I took her right hand and placed it over my heart while I placed mine over hers.

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Chapter 10: Planning for the Future

(Kenzi's Pov – Two Hours Later – In the Bar Area of the Dal)

I couldn't believe that I was sitting, in front of Bo, in Dyson's lap. I was grateful for his help but he didn't need to place me in his lap and wrap me in his arms like I was going to run off again. I tried to get away the first couple of minutes but finally decided that it was futile. Bo was grinning her head off while Lauren was quiet and layed back. Hale, on the other hand, looked at me like I was in trouble with my older, Ash of a, brother. Trick was also giving me the 'Kenzi, you are in trouble' look. Even Tamsin looked a little annoyed but I think that had to begin with the fact she wasn't at work trying to place my BFF in jail or Hecuba Prison (Is that Right?). Yet she has changed since she helped Bo find me after that Kitsune had me. I couldn't help but shiver thinking of the nasty ass gross cave she had me chained in. Not to mention those... Things? What ever the hell they were.

"How are you feeling now, Kenzi?" Zombie asked as he sat next to Lucia and Macy. Hale was sitting next to Macy which I couldn't help but find odd.

"Better." I answered truthfully. "I guess I do need to be around m..." I couldn't say it as of yet with Bo in the room. I still felt like I was stealing her boy.

"Your Mate Kenzi." Bo answered for me, as she glared me down. "Now say it after me. Dyson ...is …...my ...mate." She stood in front of me now with her hands on her hips and eyes locked with mine. I could feel Dyson starting to shake underneath me which meant he was trying not to laugh out loud.

"Ok." I sighed, slumping my shoulders. "Dyson, is my mate." I said not looking at Bo. I just couldn't yet.

I felt Bo pat my shoulder. "You did good, for now." She then headed back over to where Lauren was sitting. "Now what? I know we need to keep Kenzi safe but where will be the best place?" She looked around the room.

"I say that in the panic room." Trick said speaking up. "It has only one way in and if it locks from the inside and some one is in there it wont open unless one of them is hurt." He looked over my head. Probably to Dyson. "What do you say?"

I could tell that Dyson was thinking. "We'll need someone to stay here with us to make sure that we don't get hit with a sneak attack when we're sleeping." He moved slightly and I glanced up to see him looking at Zombie, Macy and Lucia. "Would you guys mind staying with us? Bo, Tamsin and Lauren can trade off with you, if that's alright?"

Bo shook her head. "No, I think we all should stay here." She looked from Tamsin to each one of them. "It's better if Kenzi had a lot of guards in case more than a few decided to show up." She looked at Trick. "What do you say?"

"Sorry, Bo but you need to prepare for the dawning." Trick told Bo. "It will be here but there are a couple of different things that need to be done. I can call someone to help prepare you but with Kenzi here I don't know what will happen." His eyes met Dyson's over my head yet again.

"I can come up with something that will suppress the Dawning for at least two months." Lauren popped up.

God bless the Doc. I thought happily. I'm liking her more each time she talks.

She is rather impressive with her knowledge. Nezi told me. Hale is speaking.

I turned my attention to Hale. "...that I can perform a seal that will keep Bo from going through the Dawning until Kenzi has the pup." He looked at me. "I will need some blood from you and Dyson because it will also be in the potion that she needs to drink since you are the ones that need her to be sane enough to protect you and the pup. What do you think?"

"Well," I turned to Dyson. "What do you think? Lauren can do her doctory thing and draw my blood and yours then we can do the ritual or spell." I waved it off. I hoped that was the right thing to say. I didn't catch the first part.

"I think that would be best." Dyson looked down at me. "How are you feeling?" He asked I could see the concern in his eyes. "Do you think you can handle a needle?" He smirked trying to lighten the mood.

I couldn't help but shiver as I thought of having a needle stuck in my arm. "No but I need to do this." I told him. "Anyway I never understood why a vampire is afraid of needles when we use our teeth to pierce the skin?" I shook my head. "Maybe I was dropped as a kid?" I thought tapping a finger to my chin.

Lucia and Macy chuckled. "You didn't get dropped on your head as a kid but Lucas was the one who beat your head in before you broke his arm." Lucia spoke up smirking.

"Where is he anyway?" I asked. I hadn't seen that bastard in three years.

"Jail." Macy sighed. "He couldn't stay away from Crystal." She shook her head sadly. Lucia nodded as she took her sisters hand. "Zombie even tried to help but then it didn't work out." Her eyes were full of tears.

"So, we're going to be spending our time here." Tamsin butted in trying to get us back on topic. "Because some of us have things to do." She leaned a hip on the table and crossed her arms.

Hale snorted. "You can leave if ya want." He narrowed his eyes. I could see that something wasn't right. "No one is keeping you here, Tamsin. The only reason I picked you is because the Morrigan demanded that it be you." His eyes flashed blue.

Lucia and Macy along with Zombie just kept their mouth shuts. Dyson tightened his grip while Bo pulled Lauren closer to her. Trick stepped forward and narrowed his eyes at Tamsin. I could tell that they didn't like her being here. I wondered what was up with that. I didn't like her but then again she was dark Fae. I only felt safe because I was in Dyson's arms. I wondered if she would try and kill my pup. I instantly placed my hands over Dyson's, in trying to keep my pup safe. I would kill anyone who would try and hurt me or my family. Tamsin didn't say anything as she narrowed her eyes. She finally turned and walked out of the door without saying a word. I just sighed trying to figure out what her problem was. Shaking my head, I turned to Dyson.

"Come on, D-man." I said pulling him to the door. "Let's go pack some clothes then head back here. You can keep me safe until we get back."

Dyson growled at me as he scooped me up. "Ye will be safe with me always, lass." He kissed me before he turned to the others. "We'll be back." He told them as we walked out the door.

"Dyson, I can walk ya know." I looked up at him with a pout. "I'm only pregnant."

Dyson's eyes flashed at me. "I know and that is why I want you at my side and you are not to leave it." I could see that he was serious.

"Fine." I agreed, only because, I didn't feel like arguing with him.

(Dyson's Pov – Just walked out of the Dal)

Walking out of the club house I could smell that no one around so I walked over to the car and opened the door. Kenzi got in without much of an argument. I could tell that she was worried because of the bond that was between us now. I could tell if she was in danger or hurt by our mating bond. Kenzi could also tell when I was worried, scared or happy through the same bond. As I got in the drivers door I noticed that Kenzi looked a little green and I could feel her nausea. I sat down and placed a hand to her forehead. I could tell she was clammy which meant she was doing rather pitiful.

"Kenzi?" I asked turning her face to look at me.

"Dyson..." She didn't get the words out before she had the door open and was puking her guts up. I wrinkled my nose and held her hair back as I leaned over the center console.

"It's ok." I tried to sooth her as she got rid of the contents of her stomach. I could smell food mixed in blood. Nasty smelling shit if you ask me. "We'll go when you're ready." I told her rubbing her back to do something for her.

Kenzi just nodded as she continued to get sick. For me it was the longest five minutes there was. I could feel my wolf pacing in the back of my mind trying to get out to check on Kenzi. I just kept telling him that this was normal. Or so I thought and hoped. After she was done she got back in the car and leaned back. I could tell that she was sick but we needed to get some clothes then we could come back and she could go to bed. Hale was even going to stay here because he still cared for Kenzi like a little sister.

"You ready?" I asked buckling her in. I could see that she was pale but that could be from just getting sick.

Kenzi nodded slightly as she closed her eyes. "Yeah," She swallowed as she tried to keep herself from getting sick again. "My stomach just doesn't like the idea of riding in the car." She shot me a weak smile.

"I'll try to keep you settled through our link." I told her starting the engine. "Is there anything that you think sounds good?" I cut my eyes to her as I backed out of the Dal's Parking lot.

Kenzi wrinkled her nose and turned her face away from me. "You'll think I'm crazy." She kept looking out the window. "Hell I think I'm crazy." She bowed her head as she closed her eyes.

I pulled out into the street and headed to the house. "Are you going to tell me or not?" I asked taking her left hand in my right. "I know that you are part vampire. Do you want some blood?" I cut my eyes back to her then back to the road. I didn't want to get into a wreck.

"You don't mind!" Kenzi's whipped her head around with wide eyes. I could feel her shock through our bond. "I-It has to be h-human." I felt her fear.

I just squeezed her hand. "Kenzi, I know that you are vampire and there are other ways to get your blood without you killing someone." I looked at her for a second. "It's just like Bo with her feeding. You can tell when you take to much which will mean the humans death. We'll all help you. I promise." I kissed the back of her hand then looked back at the road.

The rest of the car ride was rather quiet but I could tell that Kenzi was thinking. I could feel her peace and happiness through our bond and I loved every minute of it. I was worried that Kenzi would get over stressed and lose our pup but I would be there every minute to insure that both of them were safe. When I pulled into the parking lot I noticed that Kenzi had fallen asleep. Turning into my assigned lot I cut the engine and turned to Kenzi. I couldn't help but reach over and brush a stray hair out of her face. She looked like a glowing Madonna as she sleeps. I don't think I could imagine my life without her, now that she was in my life fully. I will also need to tell my supervisor that I am getting married. Not that anyone knew I was dating someone. Even a couple of girls at the prescient have the hots for me but none of them were Kenzi.

"Wake up, Kenz." I brushed my thumb over her bottom lip. "We're here." I whispered as I leaned over and pressed my lips to hers.

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Author Note – Oh Yes I did! I stopped the chapter right before they entered the loft. Why? You'll have to stay tuned to find out til then I want you to keep in mind that Tamsin walked out without a word to anyone and Hale is still the Ash. What will happen once they get back to the Dal? Will there be an attack before or after? Like I said stay tuned and til then keep reading and reviewing...

~*Dragon*~