Carlisle P.O.V

I woke up by the sound of my phone ringing. I open my eyes and looked at the ceiling. I panic. Where am I?

I don't remember drinking last night... I looked around. Esme's house .

Yes. We came here after work and I told her my story.

I was starting to remember slowly . We probably fell asleep.. all I remember is me telling her my story and then laying down together while I confort her. I turned around and looked at Esme sleeping in my arms, her head on my chest. It felt.. right. I smile at her sleeping peacefully . My phone rang again. Crap. What time is it. I slowly and careful tried to get out of our embrace without waking her up. I got up and went into the kitchen .

- Hello?

- Carlisle! Where are you?! It's 9 o'clock you're late! My boss screamed on the phone.

Oh great

- I know i'm sorry. I Had a ... rought night. I said half-lying.

- Oh. Was all he said.

- Well why don't you take your day off? You've been working a lot lately and you haven't took one day off since you work here. Plus,it's friday! Do whatever you want!

I smiled throught the phone, relief.

- Oh and have you seen Esme?

I froze

- umm no why?

- She's not at work either. Oh well. Could you find her for me? Since you won't come to work, and you're suppose to mentor her, just tell her to take it easy, no need to come today.

- okay, I will. I'll see you on monday.

He wished me a good weekend before hanging up.

- Carlisle?

I turned around to see Esme standing there .

- hey, i'm sorry if I woke you up.

- no it's fine. She said with a small smile. Which disapeared quiclky and replaced by panic.

- Crap. We are late to work. She said turning around , but she step on the glass that she dropped yesterday.

I knew I should have cleaned that up earlier.

She winced. I saw a bit of blood under her feet and some glass.

- Oh, are you ok? Here let me help you. I placed my arm on her waist while she stood on one foot and guided her to the couch.

- Thank you. She tried to smile but I could see a bit of pain.

- I'll go get my medical bag in my car. I'll right back . Don't move.

I ran outside not really caring of what I look like. Took my bag and went back inside.

- and don't worry about work. I said as I enter the room. Samuel just called, he gave me the day off and since I won't be there he told me to tell you that coming to work today won't be necessery.

She relaxed as I kneeld in front of her to look at her foot.

- You don't have to do that you know. She said looking away.

I smiled

- I know. But, hey it's my job. Plus I want to.

She looked back at me with a smile.

- Well thank you .

I chuckled.

- My pleasure. May I? I asked while pointing at her foot.

She nodded and I got to work.

I was done about 10 minutes later.

- Well seems like you won't need stiches. I said smiling. You'll survive. I added with a wink.

I put my stuff away and she tried getting up to go clean the glass on the floor.

- What do you think you are doing Esme? I told her as I gently pull her back on the couch.

- I'll clean that up. You, stay there.

She looked at me surprised but sat back on the couch.

I started cleaning when she called my name.

- Carlisle.?

- Yes my dear? She blushed. I love the effect it has on her when I call her that.

- Thank you. Not just for that but, for everything you've done for me. Nobody has ever done that to me and it felt great to have someone to talk to. I never told anyone about my story. I'm not sure why but, I feel like I can trust you. For work too, you're an amazing teacher and mentor.

I felt flatter that she trusted me enough to tell her about her past after everything she's been through.

- Of course Esme. You deserve to be treated like a queen and be happy. I really enjoyed talking with you too. I'm glad I told you. As for work, you're doing great. You're a quick cleaner and i'm happy to work with you. You're a great nurse Esme.

Esme.. I love how her named sounded in my mouth.

What are you talking about Carlisle? I said to myself

She was about to reply when her phone rang. She answer it as I finished cleaning. She hung up and went to stand beside me.

- Well, good news. My car is ready.

I felt a bit if disappointment but smiled anyway.

- That's great . Do you want me to drive you there?

- Oh Carlisle you already have done so much. I can't ask you that.

- No, please. I want to.

She hesited but agreed anyway.

- Alright. But i'll have to repay you. One way or an other.

I was about to argue but she hush me

- No. It's my turn. How about a dinner? My treat. Here, tonight at 7:00.

I knew that I didn't had a choice . Not that I mind spending time with her.

Carlisle why are you thinking like that?

- Deal.

- Great. She sigh happily. I'll go change and we can go after.

She left and went upstair.

I just stood there confused by my feelings. I have never felt like that in my entire live. Not even with my ex wife. Whenever i'm with Esme. I just can help but smile and I have a weird feeling in my stomach. Her laugh, her smile, her hair, the way she talk so passionately about the things she likes. It feels right being with her.

Oh no.

Am I, Carlisle Cullen , starting to have feelings for Esme Anne Platt.?

Yes I am.