Hey guys! Thanks again for the reviews! So here is chapter 22! Can't believe we are here already. There is lemony goodness in this chapter and you get to find out what Esme's reaction is ;) See you at the bottom :)
I stood there in complete and utter shock. I have to admit there was a part of me, perhaps a bigger part than I'm comfortable with, that thought I will only have one affinity. My heart was pounding in my ears and my breathing uneven. Edward wrapped his arms around my waist from behind and planted a small kiss on my shoulder.
"Well done love. I knew you had it in you. I'm so proud of you." he whispered in my hear. Hearing his voice instantly calmed me down and heat me up in a whole different way. His warm breath on my neck sent shivers down my spine.
"Thank you for doing this for me," I said as I turned around to face him. I gave him a quick kiss on the lips to thank him.
"It was my absolute pleasure love," he said and gave me a passionate kiss that made my toes curl. I reluctantly pulled away from his tempting lips and took a step back.
"You still need to tell me how I'm going to fake the affinity ceremony tomorrow," I said and thought how ironic it was that a girl asked a guy to teach her how to fake something. Yes, I know I'm being immature, but I couldn't help it.
"Right we still have to go over that," he said disappointedly. I feel your pain buddy, my lady bits are close to attacking me if I turn you down one more time.
"Do you want to do it here or back in your room?" I asked as I watched Edward's eyes go wide. He took a step forward so that he was towering over me.
"I want to do it here. I want to do it in my room, on the bed, against the wall, in the shower..." he said seductively as he ran a finger across my jaw. I swallowed the big lump that form in my throat and tried to control my erratic heartbeat. Why did he have to be so amazingly sexy and delicious looking? It's not fair, how am I suppose to control myself when he says stuff like that?
"The shower is probably not the best idea. I'd get all wet." I said in a low sexy tone as I bit my lower lip. I really hope I was coming off as sexy and not mentally impaired. Before I could say anymore Edward crashed his lips onto mine. He lips were soft and moving against mine a delicious way. He coaxed open my mouth and slipped his tongue in. He tasted like honey, a hint of cinnamon and all Edward. I moaned into his mouth which caused him to grab onto my hips and pull me flush against him. He shoved his hands into my hair and ravished my mouth with his. He pulled on my hair till my head was tilted up towards him. His face and lips were not even a centimetre from mine. I could feel his uneven heavy breaths against my lips. I looked at his full pouty lips that were just begging to be kissed. Edward's eyes we dark pools of lust that set my skin on fire wherever they looked. Edward moved to kiss me but abruptly stopped at looked towards the door.
"Someone is on their way here. We need to get out fast," he said as he went to grab his bag. I looked back over the door nervously. Edward grabbed my hand and started pulling me towards the door. I didn't question him, I just moved as fast as I could. We made it out the door and Edward led me towards the hallway. He suddenly stopped and turn around to me. He pushed me against the wall and kissed me fiercely. I was shocked at the sudden change and it took me a few seconds to respond to his kiss. I heard a throat clear somewhere near us and Edward pulled away.
"I think it would be best if the two of you moved along. Your behaviour in the hallway is inappropriate and don't let me catch you again." Professor Newton scolded us. He stood there with his arms crossed until me and Edward left. We quickly walked back to his dorm room. Edward seemed in a hurry to leave and he was sporting a sexy angry scowl.
As we entered the room Edward slammed the door shut and pushed me against it. He crashed his lips on mine and kissed me fervently. His kisses grew hungrier and more heated. He moved his hands down my body and squeezed my ass before pulling me against him. I could feel his arousal press up against me. I really didn't need the shower to get wet after all. I broke away from Edward's lips and let out a heavy moan. Edward started kissing down my neck as his hands pushed my jumper up my body. He tore his lips from my neck as he hurriedly removed my jumper. His lips were back on mine before my jumper even hit the floor.
The little voice at the back of my head told me something was wrong. Edward was never this rough with me. Well, except that time when he caught me in the Unknown. I let out a loud moan as memories of that night flooded my brain. I could feel Edward's chest rumble as he growled. Hands down the sexiest noise I have ever had the pleasure of hearing. Edward moved his hands back up my body and palmed my breast. I threw my head back against the door as I whimper at the sensations wracking through my body. I heard a ripping noise and then felt cold air hit my chest. I looked down to find my t-shirt loosely hanging off my body, having been ripped in two. Fuck he just ripped my t-shirt open in half. All thoughts flew out my head and all, I could think of, was Edward. I pushed my hands into his hair and pulled his lips back to mine. I slipped my tongue into his mouth and moaned at how good he tasted. Heat and lust spread through my body like a wildfire and I couldn't get enough of it. I moved my hands from Edward's hair down his neck and chest till I got to the bottom of his t-shirt. I quickly pulled it up over his head only breaking our kiss for a second. Edward pushed what was left of my t-shirt of my body and then unhooked my bra. I moved my arms to allow my bra to fall to the floor. Edward took a step back to admire my half naked form. His intense burning stare sent chills up my body. I was panting hard and wanted him badly and right the fuck now!
Edward kept staring at my breast and I took an initiative and slowly moved my hands down my neck and then cupped my breast. I massaged my breast as Edward watch with hungry eyes. I pinched my nipples and let out a loud moan as I closed my eyes, enjoying the pleasure radiating down my body. God my body was overly sensitive. I heard Edward growl deeply, but he didn't move. I moved my hands down my body till I reached the top of my jeans. I stared at Edward as I slowly popped open the button of my jeans and pulled down the zipper. Edward's eyes were trained on what my hands were doing and he licked his lips as I shimmied out of my jeans. I was standing in front of him against the door with nothing but my baby blue panties. Normally I would feel exposed and embarrassed being in such a state of undress in front of a guy but not Edward. Edward made me feel like the only woman in the world and like I was the most exquisite thing he has ever seen. He made me feel beyond sexy and the way, his eyes were devouring my naked form, was setting my body on fire. I watched entranced as Edward kicked off his shoes and remove both his jeans and boxers. His cock was standing at attention begging for relief. I licked my lips as I admire his body that has given me so much pleasure in the past. Edward took a step forward and kissed me hard and roughly. He kissed down my jaw and then back up to my ear.
"Turn around love," Edward commanded in a low sexy tone. My breathing went into overdrive and I slowly turned around to face the door. Edward took my hands and placed them above my head against the door. He pressed his body into me and I could feel his warm soft skin against mine. His erection was pressing into my lower back and it felt even bigger than I remembered. Edward moved his hands up and down my body seductively as he kissed and sucked on my neck. I whimpered and moan at his ministrations and could feel my wetness starting to drip down my thighs. Edward roughly grabbed my ass in his hands and I let of strangled moan.
"Who does this belong to Bella?" he growled into my ear. I slammed my hand into the door as electrical shiver ran down my spine at his possessive words and actions. I love it when Edward get possessive and a bit rough with me during sex, it's my weakness. I must not have answered him quick enough cause before I got a chance to catch my breath he slapped my ass with his hand. Fuck that felt good. He rubbed the spot he slapped and I could feel the pleasurable sting subside.
"Don't make me ask you again Bella," he warned me a dangerously sexy tone. I might cum simply from listening to his velvety sex voice.
"Yours Edward, it's all yours." I moaned as he spanked me again.
"Good girl," Edward whispered hoarsely into my ear. He moved his hand down to cup my pussy. I balls my hands into a fist against the door and bit my lip to stop the obscene noise from coming out as Edward's fingers slipped between my folds.
"And who does this belong to Bella?" Edward asked in a rough velvety voice.
"Ah fuck!" I gasped as Edward pressed down on my clit. Oh god, I could feel the tightening in my stomach, my orgasm was approaching fast.
"I asked you a question Bella." Edward moaned into my ear as he slipped two fingers inside me. I gasp out in pure pleasure as his fingers started moving in and out of me. I was panting and withering against him. He slipped in a third finger and I screamed out his name. Fuck his fingers felt amazing in me. He slowed down and pulled his fingers out and I whimpered at the loss.
"Answer the damn question Bella." he growled.
"You Edward! It ducking belongs to you." I screamed at him. I felt the rumble in his chest and then he slammed his fingers back into me.
"Fuck!" I moaned out loudly. It felt so fucking good, I was so close. I needed something more to push me over the edge so I turned my head back to Edward and took two of my finger and slipped them into my mouth and sucked them. Edward moaned and started thrusting his fingers faster. I got my fingers nice and wet and moved them down to my clit and started rubbing the swollen nub. I kept staring at Edward as I moaned and continued to rub my sensitive clit. Within seconds the coil snapped and my orgasm wracked through my body creating such an intense pleasure that I thought I might pass out. Edward covered my mouth with his and swallowed my cries of pleasure.
He pulled his fingers out of me and before I had time to come down from my high he slammed his big hard cock into me. I let out a strangled cry at how good he felt. Edward took both his hand and used them to pin mine against the door. He kept thrusting in and out of me and the louder my moan became the faster and harder his movement got. I could feel my second orgasm approached and I wasn't sure if I could handle it. I tried to put it off but the moment Edward bit the spot, where my neck and shoulders meet, I was a goner. I screamed out his name as my orgasm tore through my body. My legs gave in and Edward had to hold me up. After a few more thrust, I heard Edward moan my name and felt him release in me. We sank down to the floor and Edward moved us so that he was leaning against the door and I was between his legs leaning my back against his chest. We sat there in an embrace trying to control our heart rates and breathing. My heart was hammering in my chest and my body felt boneless. I have never had an orgasm that intense. As I calmed down that little voice in the back of my mind returned.
"Want to tell me where that came from?" I asked Edward, giving in to the annoying little voice in my head. I think I need to replace that little voice as she has the worst bloody time to bring shit up.
"I was jealous" he admitted so softly that I had to strain to hear him. Jealous? Jealous of who?!
"What?" I asked confused by his admission.
"When we were kissing in the hallway, Newton was watching us before he stopped us. Let's just say he was picturing where that kiss would lead if it was him instead of me you were kissing." Edward said angrily. I couldn't stop myself from bursting out laughing.
"Oh, my sweet Edward there is something seriously wrong with you if you think I would ever be attracted or interested in someone like Newton," I said through my laughs.
"I know that Bella but I hated seeing what he would have done in my place. He's not the only one either you know. It's just hard not to get jealous when I have to constantly see the things other guys want to do to you." He said softly. I turned to face him and saw the insecurity plain as day written all over his face. I gave him a loving kiss and ran my thumb up his cheek.
"Edward I only have eyes for you. Ignore those idiots because their fantasies about me will never be a reality." I tried to reassure him. He gave me a big smile and a tender kiss.
"Thank you, Bella. You really are amazing." He said sweetly.
Edward got up and went to get me a warm washcloth to clean up. Like I said before my body felt boneless so I simply sat up against the door and waited for him. After I cleaned myself up, Edward picked me up bridal style and put me to bed. My body was sore in the most delicious ways. Edward wrapped his arms around me and pulled me against his chest. I felt so comfortable and safe lying there tangled in silk sheets and in Edward's arms. Surely life doesn't get much better than this, well romantically anyway. I started going through the events of today. I felt a little tug at my heart for Colton's family having had to bury him today. I still can't wrap my head around the idea that I have been granted to power of all four affinities.
"Edward, why do we need to have a ceremony to get the power of an affinity?" I asked remembering the feeling of having the power given to you.
"It's needed to establish which one would suit you better and that's also why you have to give blood. The blood thing is also to tie you to the affinity," he explained in a tired voice. He snuggled his face into my hair and I could hear his breathing starting to even out.
"But what's with the thanking the affinities for extending their power to us to use?" I asked hoping he will answer me before he falls asleep.
"The affinities are people, they form what is known as the Oracle. We thank them because they can refuse to extend their power for our use." He trailed off and I could hear his faint snoring. I thought over what he had just told me. The affinities are people? They control whether or not we can use their powers? I could feel my eyes closing and decided to think about it in the morning.
Beep...Beep...Beep...Beep. Beep. Beep. Beep. Edward's stupid fucking alarm clock kept beeping. That's enough! I moved to grab the clock so that I can throw it out the damn window. I grabbed the alarm clock and unplugged it, but the bloody beeping kept going. I moved over to the window and opened it. Just as I was about the chuck the spawn of Satan out the window Edward came waltzing into the room, wearing only a towel. Hot Damn that man is fine. I was leaning half way out the window with the alarm clock in my hand.
"What are you doing Bella?" Edward asked amused.
"Ummm I was just giving your alarm clock some fresh air," I said stupidly. Wow, what a great answer Bella. I actually rolled my eyes at my own stupidity.
"I think it might have gotten enough fresh air by now." he said with a chuckle.
"Yeah right...enough fresh air," I said as I reluctant pulled back and went to set the alarm back. Evil fucking thing. Yes, I really do hate that thing that much.
"Why are you up so early?" I asked as I raked my eyes over his delectable body.
"Well, we need to get ready for the Affinity Ceremony and I thought you might need more time. Oh and I spoke to my mother and asked her to meet us before the ceremony in her office," he said carefully. Shit, I had forgotten about meeting his mother today. I swallowed the lump in my throat and decided to woman up and get it over with. How bad can it go right?
"Ok, that's good. If we meet her before the ceremony then I can still meet Alice and Rosalie for coffee." I said as nonchalantly as I could.
"It will only be with my mother. My father is still in the hospital recovering from the Harpy attack," he said as he gave me a hug. I hugged him a bit tighter feeling like the world's worst girlfriend. I haven't asked him about how his dad was doing in a while.
"How is he doing?" I asked gently.
"He is doing ok. He had a minor setback with the wound getting infected but the doctors think he should be able to come home by the end of the week," he said quietly.
"That's good that he is coming home soon," I said with a small smile. Edward nodded his agreement and then let go of me so that I could get ready.
I took a quick shower and tried to keep my hair as straight as possible as I dried it. I only had a small bit of a wave in it, but it looked good like that. After my hair was done I moved on to put on makeup. I only put some foundation, blush, eyeliner and mascara on. I finished it with a pop of red lipstick. As we are required to dress semi-formal, I decided on wearing a black pencil skirt with a v-neck white lace blouse. The outfit looked stylish and classy. It showed just the right amount of cleavage and the skirt made my ass look great. I finished the look with a pair of turquoise peep toe heels to give it a bit of colour. I looked myself over in the mirror and decided I look acceptable. I moved out to the bedroom where Edward sat on the chaise waiting for me. He wore black slacks with a crisp white shirt that was teamed with a skinny black tie. He looked fine and I suddenly wanted a repeat of last night.
"You ready to go love?" Edward asked tenderly.
"Yes, let's do this," I said confidently. I was glad that Edward was going to be there with me. It made me a bit less nervous about spilling my guts to his mother. Edward grabbed his bag in which he hid the book and we headed to his mother's office. We walked over to her office hand in hand. The closer we got to her office the more my nervous began to set in. When we made it to the outside of the door Edward gave me a kiss on the head and assured me that everything will be fine. He knocked on the door and Esme called us in. Edward opened the door and held it for me to enter. I slowly walked into her huge office. One wall was covered with bookcases and had books nearly spilling out. There was a small stone fireplace in the corner and had an armchair and a loveseat spaced around it. Esme sat behind a large dark oak desk. She had her head buried in papers. Edward pulled on my hand and motioned for me to sit in one of the armchairs facing her desk. I was nervously tapping my foot as I sank into the comfy leather chair.
"Good morning Edward, Bella. Thank you for coming this morning," she said with a sweet smile.
"Morning mother. How's dad doing?" Edward asked her.
"He is doing better. We are hoping to have him home by Thursday," she said hopefully.
"Morning Esme. I do hope Carlisle will be returning home soon." I said with a small smile.
"Thank you, Bella. I appreciate your concern," she said giving me a motherly smile.
"Ok, so now that all the pleasantries have been exchanged. We have a lot to talk about." Edward said seriously. I nearly kicked him in the shin for not allowing me a few more minutes to relax. I took a deep calming breath and tried to keep my heart from jumping out of my chest.
"You're right Edward. We do have a lot to talk about. Bella if you would be more comfortable talking without Edward here then I can make him leave." Esme said as she shot Edward a look.
"No, it's ok. I would like Edward to be here." I said and swallowed the lump in my throat and Esme nodded at me with a small smile. I anxiously waited for someone to speak. The silence was deafening.
"Ok, perhaps I'll go first," Esme said and Edward and I nodded for her to continue.
"To start Bella I would like to thank you for saving my husband. I will forever be in your debt." She said gratefully. I smiled and nodded at her not able to answer her.
"Next I would like you to explain how you managed to do what you did," she said more seriously but she still had a warm smile on her face. I took a deep breath and tried to relax.
"I have an extra little 'gift'. It's kind of like telekinesis. I can manipulate and control objects with my mind. That's how I helped Carlisle." I said softly. Edward took my hand in his and give it a reassuring squeeze.
"That is a very powerful gift you have Bella. I haven't heard of a witch having such a powerful gift." she said interestedly.
"Mother Bella is a lot more powerful than just her extra gift," Edward said in a strong voice. Esme looked at her son and my breathing started picking up. Here comes the hard part.
"What do you mean Edward? Bella?" Esme asked suspiciously. Edward looked over at me and I gave him a nod telling him I'd tell her. Showtime Bella.
"I'm not a full witch. I'm only a half witch." I blurted out. Esme's eyes went wide and started at me not saying anything.
"That's what we are here to talk to you about." I continued.
"I don't understand. Edward has had me plead to secrecy. You being an Outcast is not really something that should be a secret. There is nothing wrong with it." Esme said confusedly. I loved her a little bit at that moment for being so ok with Outcast and the idea that her son is dating one.
"Right well, it's a bit more complicated than me simply being an outcast. My mark is the problem." I said and then pulled up my sleeve to show her my mark. I heard her gasp at my mark and stare at us wide eyed. Edward got the book out of his bag and placed it on the table. Esme's eyes darted from us to the book and back to my mark.
"How did you two get your hands on the book," Esme asked. Edward and I explained to her what had happened the last few days. We told her about the Harpy attack, how I got the book and about everything we read in the book. Edward showed her the chapters in the book that we had read. We sat there silently waiting for Esme to finish reading and processing everything. She kept glancing up at us and she looked worried. She closed the book and took off her glasses and went to rub her temples.
"How many people know about you mark Bella?" Esme asked worriedly.
"Umm only Edward and my best friend Edward and now you. My parents knew but as you know they are dead." I said softly. Esme let out a relieved sigh.
"That's good. Bella I need you not to tell anymore people about this. That goes for you to Edward." she said seriously.
"Why do I have to keep it a secret?" I asked timidly.
"Bella your mark is a very special and powerful thing. As you read in the book you are needed to resurrect Amelia. This means the dark witches will come looking for you. If anyone if the university was to find out then word would spread and it will be easier to find you. Bella if someone in charge of the witch community finds out that you are the key to resurrecting Amelia they will kill you before the dark witches gets a chance to find you." she explained in a serious tone. I could feel the blood drain my face and my heart beating like crazy.
"You can't tell dad than mom," Edward said hurriedly.
"I know that Edward. Bella your secret is safe with me. I will help you in any way possible but, unfortunately, my husband is less open minded when it comes to things like this. He would do anything to keep the people of the witch community safe even if that means having to kill you." she said apologetically.
"Could we please stop mention Bella by killed. That's not going to happen. I won't let it happen." Edward said angrily. I placed a hand on his arm to try and calm him down.
"Esme if you could help us get our hands on books in the forbidden section and help us figure out the magic part that we don't understand then I might have a plan," I said confidently. Edward looked over at me curiously.
"I would, of course, help you guys. I can cast a spell that will allow us to enter the forbidden section undetected. I will gladly help clarify any magical issues the two of you encounter. What plan do you have in mind Bella?" Esme assured us.
"Well, if we know more about my mark and my power then I could be very strong and powerful. If I can get information on the dark witches and how the practise magic then I think I will have a great advantage over them." I explained.
"You're planning on fighting the dark witches?" Edward asked worriedly.
"No I plan on killing them," I said confidently.
Oh shit just got real! I hope to have the next chapter up before the end of the week. The next chapter will be about Bella's plan, the affinity ceremony and the after party :)