Strings of Fate

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I’ll make sure she knows how to take it safely.” I assure them. The witch agreed but I had to provide my ID and let them take a copy of it. Potions that alter a person are considered a controlled substance and they need to keep a record of exactly who purchased it. Should it be misused, I would still be responsible for it as the person who purchased it. They wrap up a little bottle of the potion with written directions and warnings. They also give me a small blue box that has my special order in it. I pay a painful amount of money and collect my warranty paperwork for the spells. I get a full refund should they fail unless someone actively casts a s

spell to break them or they come in contact with nullifying magic. Purchases in hand, Aaron and I walk back to my place. I quickly head in and change out of my work clothes into something more comfy. Nothing impressive, just some leggings and an oversized t–shirt. Then we drive to Bellamy and Megan’s place. I sit in the car out front nervously for a few minutes, fiddling with the box my gift is in. Aaron gets out and opens my car door. He gives me an approving nod and gestures at the little box. Feeling encouraged, I climb out of the car and let him lead me to the front door.

The door opens before I can even knock..

“Thank you Aaron. We will call if you’re needed again.” Bellamy calls out, dragging me inside by the hand. Without waiting for a response from Aaron (not that he necessarily would have gotten one) he closes the door in his face. Before I can so much as blink Bellamy pulls me into his arms and presses his lips against mine. The kiss is hard and passionate at first. After a while, it could have been minutes or hours for all I know, he slows the kiss into something more gentle and relaxed. This is the least cautious kiss he’s ever given me. He eventually pulls back and we’re both breathing hard. I realise my back is pressed against the front door and Bellamy must be supporting most of my weight right now because my legs certainly aren’t. I meet his gaze. Bellamy’s golden eyes are practically glowing.

“Uhm. Hello to you too?” I greet him. Bellamy chuckles and gives me a bright smile.

“Hello beautiful.” He responds, his voice low. He begins running a hand through my hair at my scalp and I very nearly collapse into him at the feeling. It takes me a minute to

gather my thoughts.

the wrong way… but what the hell was that

again.

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think a text would cut it.” He mentions the video and I realise the situation I’m in. It’s like I suddenly remember to be embarrassed and a red flush runs across my cheeks. I realise I’m tightly clutching the little

breaths.

my hand though and leads me to the kitchen. He gestures for me to sit and he brings me a glass of water. I

asks, his expression somewhere between happy and smug.

shrug.

about yours?” His face falls a little and he

man melts. He wraps his arms around me and buries his face in my hair. It’s not too different to the position we were in a minute ago but it feels very different. That was passion, this is comfort. It’s not going anywhere and I find I am far more comfortable initiating this kind of physical contact because I know exactly what to expect. After a minute I let go and drag Bellamy by his arm, into his office. He goes to sit in his desk chair, but I’m feeling brave today. I direct him towards the recliner that is still where he left it for me previously. He sits, and I cautiously perch on the edge of

about last night then.” I

a warpath towards the Vamps for a few months now. Since they attacked us. They’re not the most organised of groups and don’t generally have much in the way of official leadership. Apparently the reason I haven’t

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