Strings of Fate

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“Uhh, so… Where should I leave this?” I hold up the bag awkwardly, then immediately lower it again. It’s heavier than I realised. Bellamy freezes and looks me over, a calculating expression on his face.

“Well, you can stay with me if you want. Or I can set up one of the empty bedrooms. If you don’t want to be alone or… with me… then I’m sure Megan wouldn’t mind if you stayed with her.” He seems to be assessing my expression. I don’t even know what kind of look is on my face right now, but he must not be finding it encouraging because he doesn’t look too happy.

“What would YOU prefer?” I ask. I figure it’s better to have all the information before making a decision.

“I won’t lie to you. Right now the idea of you being anywhere I can’t see you leaves me on the verge of a panic attack. But I should also say I always want you to stay with me. I don’t want to pressure you though. I just want to make it clear that I’m not just saying it because

I’m…” He stops

trying to think of a good way to say it, probably looking for a word that

won’t scare me off or freak me out more than I already am.

“Concerned?” I suggest. He shrugs.

“Sure, concerned. But don’t worry about me. What do YOU want? I’ll find a way to make it work.” He promises. The fact that he is being so accommodating, particularly when I can see that it is nearly physically painful for him to make the offer makes me want to accommodate.

him instead. I’m just a little concerned that if I’m staying in his room it will make things hard for him (innuendo completely intended) but I suppose he can make that decision for himself. I’m also worried that it will become glaringly obvious to people that I’m meant to be his

mate.

“I… I wouldn’t mind staying with you. As long as it remains private, I’m still not ready to deal with everyone, particularly not while dealing with some psycho leaving me creepy notes.” I

runs a warm hand

be fine. Guests aren’t allowed upstairs. That’s for family only.” He states firmly. I raise an eyebrow.

were rules.

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a spot of blood on Bellamy’s grey top. The bandage on my arm hasn’t bled through, so it’s most

need to clean up a bit.” I tell him. He

that bath?” he suggests. That actually sounds amazing. I don’t think I’ve ever really had the chance to

for luxuries like

the strap while the bag rested on the floor. We head upstairs. Bellamy drops off my bag in his

used the guest bathroom downstairs. The room is gorgeous, done in grey and gold with one

only dream about.

He explains as he moves around the bathroom. Then, as if it’s totally natural, he starts running the bath. He then starts sorting through the cupboard

generous amount of what must be bubble bath into the water. He continues pointing out the towels and locations of soap as well as

replace it tomorrow if there is an issue. Are there any products you like? I’ll get them for you while I’m at it.” he offers. Is it weird that he’s running the bath for me? I could definitely do that myself… I suppose he is just

my own money.” I insist. He shrugs it off and I really don’t think he is listening to what I’m saying. I sigh and

gestures to the tub.

waiting for him to move but he

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he is.

an eyebrow raised. Bellamy’s expression falls and I see horror and fear flash across his face. He glances at the door and I swear he actually goes a

take a bath he would be expected to leave? Or maybe he didn’t realise just

this, aren’t you?” I ask, curious and a little sympathetic.