A/N : So do you like the story so far? Leave it in the review. Now just as I promised , here's chapter 12. A longer one hehe Enjoy xx
Carlisle P.O.V
I'm laying in bed , in a simple grey shirt and jogging pants. Looking at the ceiling as i'm replaying the night with Esme in my head.
The way she looked,her smile, her laugh. The way she looked at me when I told her about my brother.
When I heard the doorbell.
Who can be up at this hour?
I opened the door and it's the one and only Esme Platt.
Thanks god I wore a pyjamas tonight.
- Esme ?
She looked like she have been crying and thats when I noticed the bruises on her face and body.
What in the world happened.
She open her mouth to reply but closed it and faint right there.
I caugh her before she could even touch the floor.
I took her in my arms, bridal style and brough her on the couch. I turned on the lamp beside the couch and looked at her closely.
Luckily , nothing seems broken but she will for sure have some scars and bruises. Her left cheek had a big red mark and had a bruise her eye. She had a small bruises on her arms and had puffy eyes from the crying. Yet, she was still so beautiful.
- Esme? Please Esme , wake up. Open yours eyes for me.
- Carl.. She tried to say but kept her eyes close.
- Hey shh it's ok. I'm right here.
- He... he will... He came back... She whisper as she opened her eyes slowly.
- Esme.. Take it easy. Just relax I will go get you some water.
I run into the kitchen and took a bottle of water from the fridge and came back to Esme the fast as I could .
- Here , I said trying to smile. Hoping to get her to smile too. But failed.
She tried to sat but winced at the movement.
- Hey . here. Take it easy. I'll help you.
I helped her settle down and sat beside her. She took a sip of water and put the water down on the table.
- Thanks, She said in a murmur.
- Of course Esme. I said as I kissed her head soflty.
She pulled away quickly. I frown looking down. Feeling hurt. She was scared of me.
- I'm sorry ... I didn't .. She said realizing her actions.
- It's ok. I said with a soft smile. Not wanting to make her feel bad, more than she probably does. Can you tell me what happen?
- He.. He came back Carlisle..
I looked at her confused .
- Who? Esme who came back?
She looked at me with those beautiful eyes of hers.
- Charles..
I felt the anger built in me once again when see said the name of that bastard. Whenever it came to Esme. I had no self-control.
He hurted her for god sake's. I wanted to explode.
I guess Esme noticed it and took her hand in mine.
- He will hurt you Carlisle. He knows about you. You have to go. I can't let him hurt you Carlisle.
Did she really think i'm the one she have to worry about right now?
- Esme. He hurted you. I would never forgive myself if I let anyone hurt you . Don't worry about me love. I will be fine and so will you. I won't leave you.
- Promise? She ask hopefully.
- Promise. I said without hesitation, meaning it.
She looked at me with those eyes. I could see pain,fear but trust.
- I'm scared Carlisle. I could see the tears in her eyes.
- Shhh. It's okay Esme. I'm here. I whip the tears on her cheek with my thump before I took her in my arms careful .
She calmed down after a bit and I found out that I needed her . She needed me. She came to me and I am more then happy to be the one to take care of her and protect her.
At this very moment, I vow to myself that I won't let anyone ever hurt her again. Having her in my arms and making her feel safe was the only thing that matter at that moment. I heard her breathing slow down so I took her in my arms,careful not to wake her up , and walked up to my bedroom. I lift the blankets and layed her down . I cover her up and place a soft kiss on the top of her head and walked out of the room.
...
- NO! DON'T TOUCH ME! GO AWAY!
I woke up by the sounds of Esme screaming. I run in my room and found her moving around in the bed , screaming and crying. I went at her side and took her in my arms.
- Shhh. Esme. Love. It's ok. It's only a bad dream.
I heard her gasp before looking at me.
- I ... I ...
- Shh. Don't need to say anything. It's okay.
She calmed down after a bit.
- Go back to bed. I said kissing her temple.
I was about to get up when she grab my arm.
- Carlisle.. would you..
I just nodded understanding was she meant and layed back with her. She curled up in my arms and layed her head on my chest. I wrapped my arms around her protectively.
It's going to be a long I wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
I layed my head on her and fell asleep together.
I woke up the next day and was welcome by the most breath taking view. Esme sleeping in my arms. I really knew now that I wanted to be more than friends, but I know it was probably too soon for her, and I didn't even know if she felt the same way. so I will be whatever she needs me to be .
I got out from our embrance and exited the room quielty. I took a quick shower and went to the kitchen to make breakfast.
About 15 minutes Esme came down.
- Hi. She said looking at me with a small smile.
- Good morning. I said smiling back.
I took a plate and put the eggs ,bacons and the bread in it and putted down on the table for her to eat.
- Here. I didn't know what you liked so I hope thats ok.
She smile and walked up to me and hugged me. I was a bit surprised but hugged back.
- Thank you. It's great.
She pulled back, a bit too soon for my liking, and went to sit and started eating.
I really wanted to talk about what happened last night but I didn't know how and if she would be ok with it .
- You can ask . it's ok. She said taking me by surprises. I guess my silence gave it away.
I sigh.
- Esme.. What happened last night exactly?
She pushed the plate away and took a deep breath.
- After you left.. I heard the somebody on the door. I went to answer it and thought it was you.. She said blushing.
I smile at that. She wanted it to be me. My smile fadded sadly when I realize what she went through and that she wanted for me to be there but I wasn't. It killed me inside. I put the bad thaughts away and let her continue.
- I opened the door and ... I saw Charles. He got inside and slapped me. He told me that he knew that I've been seeing you. I tried to tell him it was nothing and to leave you alone.
It was nothing.
The words rang in my head . I looked down , trying to ignore the pain and disappointment I was feeling.
- He pushed me... She trace the bruise on her arm with her finger as she kept talking.
- He told me he would do anything to have me back. I told him I wasn't his anymore and will never be but he ignored me .
- He punched me in the stomach before leaving. He said he would come back.
I could see her fighting the tears as she looked back at me.
- I don't want him to hurt you Carlisle.
- He won't Esme. He won't touch you either. I promise.
She just nodded absently.
- Esme.. love. I said soflty and lift her chin so our eyes would meet.
- I promise you. He won't ever touch you again . As long as i'm around. Nobody would hurt you. I got up and softly kiss the bruise under her eye , the one on her cheek and then the one on her arm.
She was silent for a bit before whispering a `` okay `` .
I cleared my throat , looking away.
- Did you called the police? I asked
She shook her head no.
- Okay. I'll call them okay?
I put a finger on her lips before she could argue.
- Trust me. They will take care of it. Go shower and you can borrow some of my clothes. I'll go at your house to get you some clothes and items. I will be back before you get out I promise.
She sigh,knowing she didn't really had the choice and followed me into my room. I took a shirt and some shorts and gave it to her. When I heard the shower running , I quickly changed and went to my car. Esme told me she have a spare key under the carpet. I took it and got in, everything seemed fine. Except for the broken vase in the kitchen. I growled. I just hoped Charles wouldn't come while i'm here... well , on second thought. I would love to see him just too make things clear ... and maybe kill him.. No. Esme wouldn't want you to do that and if I want to be with her, being in prison won't really help my case. I grabbed a couple things , put them in a bag and left.
Like I promised. I was back before Esme got out of the shower. I put the thing on the table as I heard the shower turned off. I took out my phone and called the 911.
- Hello 911 What's you emercency?
- Hello. I would like to report an incident.
I explained everything to the women and I saw Esme coming down. I swear my heart stops. She looked... wow. The bruises on her face weren't as bad , her hair on each side on her head,curly and wet. In my clothes. In took me everything I have to not go and kiss her right there.
- Hello? Are you still there?
-I.. Yes .. I'm here. I pointed the bag to Esme and she nodded and mouthed me a thank you before taking it and going back in the bathroom.
I shook my head and finished with the call.
I had already hung up when Esme came down.
- What did they say ? Esme asked me nervously.
I took out some ice and handed to her so she could put it on her eye. She smile sadly.
- They had received others complains about him in the past couple weeks. Seems like he went throught the whole city to find you. Does it stills hurt?
She winced. Great choice of words. I wanted slapped myself for that.
She shook her head yes. I sigh.
- However, He had been arrested this morning. They found the hotel his been sleeping at and they found him. They got witnesses and he will be tranfered in jail in a couple of days, in New-York.
A flash of relief passed on her face , but she was still unsure.
- He will find a way..
- Esme. They caught him. He won't hurt you anymore. Nobody will.
She looked hesitant but didn't say anything.
- Now . let's take care of those bruises.
There it is! Hope you liked it(:
Till next time
Clo xo