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Some one said pack some heat...handcuffs anyone? I'm just sayin...

I focused my mind on what I wanted and soon the rocks tumbled heavily down. Godric pulled me.

"Come on love we can't linger."

He was right. I knew they would soon find another route. He lifted me and we were out of the darkness in an instant. I didn't even realize we were in the air until I felt the cool breeze hit my face. My baby was so fast. Superman had nothing on him.

When we landed I was not familiar with the area. It was dark and we were in the middle of nowhere. Godric set me down.

"Are you okay?" he asked as his hand caressed my stomach. I could hear the concern in his voice.

"Yes, I'm fine."

I surveyed our surroundings and caught sight of an old white farm house nearby. I wondered where we were.

"Godric, why aren't we home?"

"It's not safe. He will look there so Eric thought this would be an unfamiliar location. Sookie is expecting us."

Sookie?

His hand rested on the small of my back as he began to guide me to the house. I smiled at him and slid my hand around his waist. I missed him and I was glad to simply feel his touch.

"I missed you, Ema. I was worried and not knowing was almost unbearable. I felt you were okay, but not being able to see you or hold you, it was like ripping a part of my heart out."

I understood that feeling. I had felt the same way until Niu messed with my head. Even then I had an empty feeling inside and I knew I didn't belong.

"It was difficult," I said softly not looking up. I didn't want to see his face. I knew I would be overwhelmed and cry. It was too much for me at the moment.

"I felt lonely and empty inside. I couldn't piece anything together. I feel like I-"

I paused and swallowed thickly. I felt like I betrayed him. I had kissed Niu. Even if it wasn't more I still felt like it was wrong and I had committed the ultimate betrayal.

Godric stopped me at the steps to speak but the door opened. Sookie welcomed us with a warm smile.

"Come in. Eric got here not too long ago. Manny is eating, are you hungry? You eat human food Eric said."

I chuckled.

"Yes, I am a little hungry."

"I have some chicken soup. It's homemade and really tasty. Would you like a bowl?"

I followed her in and saw Eric as he leaned back in a chair.

"Sure, thank you."

She turned to head into the kitchen but I was stopped by Godric's hand.

"Emayn, we need to talk."

I sighed still not looking in his eyes.

"I know. We will, just not now, okay?"

He released me and I quickly disappeared into the kitchen. I was glad for the escape and enjoyed the company of Manny and Sookie. I had not gotten to visit with her much yet, but I was finding she was really quite enjoyable. I still saw her and Eric together. It didn't matter how I tried to manipulate it in my mind. It always played out the same. I couldn't fix it.

Manny had long left the kitchen and we were left alone. I guess he was more tired than I thought. Who could blame him? I looked at my napkin in despair. I knew Godric would never hold me accountable for what happened but it still hurt.

"You seem worried." Sookie sat beside me and took a sip of her tea. "I know we don't know each other that well, but I'm a really good listener."

I smiled at her and shook my head.

"I know you are. It's just something I'm not ready to talk about yet. Godric will never understand that though."

She raised an eyebrow, "Of course he will. He knows what you've been through. Well he can imagine anyway. And he won't push you until you are ready."

She scooted her chair closer.

"Look, I've had some rough things happen to me. I know how bad things can get sometimes. Some wounds never heal. I don't know what happened up there but I know this, Godric loves you. I can see it in his eyes and he will listen when you are ready. He's not going to judge you. He has waited a very long time to find you. He won't let something come between you without a fight. You are a family and that means everything."

I felt the tears and sniffed.

Sookie hugged me lightly, "He loves you, Emayn. Whatever happened was no fault of yours. You didn't ask to be kidnapped. Things like that make us stronger you know? That's what I think. Like when my grams died it hurt so badly but it made me stronger. I think life is always teaching us new things."

"I suppose." I wiped my bloody tears. Sookie handed me a paper towel.

"You are so lucky to have someone like Godric. Bill and I, well…let's just say some things happened and we aren't exactly on speaking terms. I thought I loved him but I found out he wasn't who I thought he was."

I sniffed and looked in her dark eyes. They were full of sorrow. She quickly dismissed the thought and focused on me.

"I wish I had what you and Godric have, the way he looks at you and touches you. It's so sweet. It's what every little girl wants to grow up and have."

"Isn't every relationship like that?" I asked confused.

She laughed.

"No. Every relationship is different, but every little girl wants their prince of course. It's different when you actually get him and few do. Every woman wants a man who will be understanding and sympathetic to them. Don't you even see it? The way he always has to touch you when you walk. As if he can't stand to be apart from you, but not in a possessive way. He looks at you as if you are the center of his universe. It actually warms my heart and I'm not even in the relationship."

I smiled at her kind words.

"You are sweet. Our bond is strong and we care for each other deeply."

Sookie took my bowl and placed it in the sink.

"I know. It shows. Maybe one day I'll have that. I thought for sure Bill was the one but now it seems I was mistaken." She bit her lip lost in thought. I stood and took her warm hands in mine.

"You will have that, but it won't be with Bill."

Her head tilted as she thought about what I said.

"Why can't I read your mind like the others? I know you aren't all vampire."

I smiled and sat back down.

"It's nice to have peace isn't it?"

"Do you know who I will be with?" She questioned as she sat close to me. Her eyes lit with wonder. "I mean, will I be happy?"

I giggled and sighed.

"Well, when you get over the fact that you want to kill him majority of the time, then yes, you will be very happy. He will love you like he has loved no other. He will not understand it and it will change him. It's a good thing."

"Well I suppose that's something to look forward to." She grinned and leaned back in her chair. "I hope he's handsome."

"Oh, you already think he is."

She was about to question me when I stood and looked out the back door.

"If you don't mind I'm going to slip out on the back porch for a bit."

"I don't mind just be careful."

I slipped out the back door and sat on the steps. I was quiet except for the crickets chirping. I wasn't used to that sound in Dallas . It was rather nice. I could get used to being out in nature like this again. I missed being away from everything, having peace and quiet away from the world. It was nice to escape.

I knew he was watching me from the corner of the house. He was giving me space but he still watched me carefully. His eyes never giving much away.

"Godric, you don't have to hide."

"I didn't want to push you."

"I know."

He moved closer until he sat on the step below me. His beautiful face looked up to me.

"I feel your pain and guilt. I'm afraid I don't understand."

I didn't realize I was crying until he wiped a red tear from my cheek. I wanted to be open with him. I refused to close up now. We had come too far to be together.

"I feel like I played some part in what happened. Perhaps I didn't make him take me. I know I didn't allow it, but I let him tamper with my memory, Godric. I wasn't strong enough to fight it. I allowed him to touch me. I-" I paused and shifted uneasily. "I betrayed you."

My voice cracked with raw emotion as tears streamed down my cheeks. Godric inhaled deeply and turned to face me more. Both of his lands cupped my face.

"My love, you did no such thing. You were not yourself. I could never hold you accountable for such a deviant act. And I never would. I know your heart."

I smiled at him. He was such a wonderful vampire. I had struck gold when he decided he loved me. He truly was an angel, my angel.

"It is true you know me, but I still feel tremendous guilt for what happened."

He kissed me softly.

"I would not have it so. It breaks my heart to see you like this. It is unnecessary and it is unneeded stress on one who is too young to say otherwise."

I realized what he meant when he caressed my stomach.

"He really does need to relax. Do not think he does not sense what has been going on. He is different than other children, princess. He feels everything around him." Godric smiled down at my stomach.

"He will truly be a miracle."

"He already is," I replied as I curled into his arms.

Godric chuckled as I felt his lips graze my head, "Indeed he is. I have been blessed with more than I ever thought possible. It fills me with joy and it frightens me at the same time, especially with this new threat out there."

I shivered at the thought and closed my eyes. I knew so much I wanted to forget.

Please let me forget.

"I'll figure something out. I don't know. It's like something is in my head and it just… it won't come to me yet but it's there. God, I sound like I am crazy," I mumbled shaking my head.

His lips curled up tenderly as he appraised me.

"No, you are exhausted. Come let's get you to bed and we'll worry about him tomorrow."

"Godric, he might come when I am resting. He's not finished. We aren't safe."

He lifted me as if I weighed no more than a baby.

"Then let him come, it makes me no difference, but you my angel will be in bed resting on my orders."

I huffed as Sookie giggled and opened the door for him to carry me in.

"On your orders? I am under your orders now?"

"Undoubtedly," he retorted with a smirk.

"Really? You can't be serious?" I argued as we past Eric and he started with me up the stairs.

"Undeniably."

He carried me in a bedroom that I assumed would be where I was resting and laid me on the bed.

"Godric, be realistic. We're in the middle of ….," I paused when he raised his eyebrow curiously. "Bloomin' nowhere and you're trying to tell me 'get some rest honey its safe.'?"

He sighed and moved the drapes so I could see out. I stared at him a moment in silence.

"Are you going to sit there or are you going to come and look?" he smarted off.

Oh, attitude. I kind of like it.

I slipped off the bed and walked over the window. There were several men talking. They didn't look pale but we were in a new area.

"Okay, so you have someone on lookout. Daylight still factors in."

He nodded, "Perhaps if they were vampire."

I glanced down again and noticed their movements were unlike our own. They were not so fluid and graceful. What were they?

"What are they?"

He laughed softly. "They are wolf. I do have friends who are of other species. They are here to keep you safe during the day. Is that suitable?"

"Yes, I suppose it will do."

He slapped my rear and I jumped in surprise. Talk about out of character. He had been around Eric a little too much lately.

"Get to bed my love."

"Aren't you going to rest with me?" I was surprised.

"I will be up in a few minutes. I must speak with Eric first."

I pouted but allowed him to cover me up as I climbed into bed. I looked around the room. It only had the one window. He seemed to know what I was thinking.

"We will move before dawn, love."

"Okay."

I watched him leave and shut the door. I couldn't sleep. I tried and yet as tired as I was it evaded me. Godric was still downstairs and I didn't want to bother him, so I decided to busy myself with other things. I slid open the certain and peeked out. My eyes cast downwards and I saw no one. I smiled and slid open the window, my small frame easily jumping down lightly onto the grass. It felt wonderful on my bare feet. I closed my eyes and inhaled the sweet aroma of the outdoors again. I had been neglecting myself. I missed my home so much.

I snuck a peek around and when I saw no one I dashed to the nearby bushes. It wasn't far but there was a huge tree there. It was old, very old and I could feel the life that poured from within. I leaned against it and allowed myself to slide down. I took a second to admire the flower bush that I hid beside.

"You are beautiful," I whispered.

I touched a leaf softly. A small smile formed on my lips as it bloomed beautifully. I felt another presence soon and turned to my right. The wolf that stood there was beyond beautiful. It was nature's most graceful creature, I thought. I had always had an affinity for wolves.

"You can come closer my friend I was just getting some air. I know I'm not supposed to be out here but please I just-"

I didn't continue when I saw its sad eyes.

"We'll I suppose you can imagine. I don't suppose you want to be here either. I get the feeling perhaps Mr. Northman forced your hand? You're not one of Godric's friends are you? Don't worry I won't tell. Eric has a way of being quite the brut when he wants to be. Believe it or not he really can be a loving soul. He doesn't want to think he has it in him, but he does and he will find that out sooner than he thinks."

The wolf moved closer and came to sit beside me. Its warm honey colored eyes appraised me. I chuckled and stroked his head once I placed it as a him.

"Thank you for allowing me this. I needed to get my head straight it's just so much to take in. I have so many to protect and I know the game he plays. He's a devious one. I know it will just take a little time but I don't want Godric to worry."

I sighed. "I love him so much. He's been so good to me and I want to repay him in kind. I can't imagine a world without him in it."

He started to whine and I turned to see Sookie walk towards us.

"Alcide?" She called then looked at me oddly.

"I thought you were asleep. What are you doing?"

She frowned at him as he rested his chin on my leg.

"And just what are you doing?" She aimed at him.

I laughed and scratched behind his ear.

"He is listening to me ramble. It's kind of nice; the not talking back thing."

She raised an eyebrow, "Well just remember he hears everything you are saying and he will remember it. He is human." She seemed to rethink that statement. "On some level at least."

He let out what almost sounded like a small growl. It was funny and I couldn't help but chuckle.

"You better go. Eric is coming. We really don't want him commenting on this," Sookie said urgently.

I watched as the wolf sped off.

Eric's eyes flashed in anger as he approached. I already knew I was going to hear it.

"Why are you outside and in the company of a wolf no less? What were you thinking?" He started out bitterly.

I sighed not even answering. What was the point? He was going to continue to rant.

"You are not safe out here. We don't know if he can track you. We don't know anything and here you are frolicking in the fields like its spring. Have you no brain at all?"

"Eric," Sookie tried to calm him.

"I don't understand what the point in rescuing you is, if you are going to sit out in the open like a beacon for him." He scoffed.

Then it happened. As if the world had finally crashed to a startling halt, I snapped. I started laughing and not just a little but a lot. I laughed so hard my eyes were tearing up. Eric and Sookie looked at me as if I were crazy. And yes, I probably was at that moment.

"Have you gone mad?" Eric choked out with the oddest look across his face.

I abruptly stopped laughing and met his eyes.

"What was I thinking? Is that what you want to know?" I asked as I stood. "Can he track me as I frolic in the fields as you so call it?" I shot out dramatically.

"Oh, yes dear Eric. You see he never lost me. Don't you get it? This is but a game to him. Do you really think you were strong enough to steal me from under his nose?"

I laughed at the ridiculousness of it all.

"You arrogance is staggering. He allowed you inside to test your strength and weaknesses. He is no fool. He is waiting for a challenging opponent and when the opponent is ready he will strike. You have no idea what you are up against. This is no vampire. He is older than Godric. You cannot win."

His face was a mask of uncertainty. I had never addressed him in such a way.

"Then what would you have me do?" he said finally. His voice was but a whisper in the wind.

I remained silent as my gaze caught Godric's sad eyes from the steps.

"I would have you trust me, Eric. I have to do this my own way. It has always felt like you are pushing me, pushing Godric to turn me, pushing me to learn faster and now this. Will you push me so easily into death?"

Eric reached up and stroked my cheek tenderly.

"I don't wish for your death. I worry about your safety."

I could see the look in Sookie's eyes. She was finally seeing the true Eric. This was good for her to see. It would make a difference in her future because she would finally see he had a heart. He did care about others besides himself and his maker.

"Worry less and let me deal with things in my own way. I need that right now."

I felt familiar hands enclose my waist and leaned into Godric's embrace. His amazing scent overtook me and I closed my eyes, for a moment I relaxed and enjoyed his presence. I felt his movement and opened my eyes to see him lifting the flower I had touched.

"The plant grew from your touch. You are learning to heal, this is good. There must always maintain balance. Your body will guide you in all things," His rich voice spoke against my ear. I could feel he was happy with my progression. I knew he had heard what was said but he wasn't asking me questions. I realized we were alone.

"You aren't going to question me?"

"Not now, no."

"Godric, there are so many things I'm unsure of."

I felt his lips on my neck reassuringly as he held me closer. His body rocked me gently.

"I know and in time you will find the answers you seek."

I inhaled softly as my eyes caught a glimpse of a man approaching. I didn't recognize him, not by physical presence alone, but I did recognize his soul.

"I'm sorry to interrupt, Godric. Randy caught an unusual smell a few miles west. It would be best if you get her inside. It could be nothing, but it's better to not take chances."

"Come my love," he whispered gently. I followed him for a moment then turned to meet the stranger's eyes.

"Alcide, thank you," I said honestly. "It really meant-"

He grinned, "Don't worry about it. Just get inside where you're safe."

Safe. I wasn't safe anywhere.

I grabbed onto the waist of Godric's pants and followed him inside. I love being that close to him and the benefit was he never minded. He led me to a door I hadn't seen before.

"Where are we going?" I questioned confused.

"Eric and I were preparing a special place for us. I am sorry that is what took so long. We needed to make sure you were not only comfortable, but safe. It was necessary. I hope this will be suitable."

I knew he meant away from light. He had to be sheltered as well. He opened the door and shut it behind us. I followed him down steep steps into a basement. It looked as if it had been Sookie's cellar. It was now rearranged into a living area or sorts. He had an area in the corner covered with pillows and blankets. It looked extremely comfortable. There was a small sofa on the other side and some books arranged nearby with a lamp and table. He thought of everything. He even brought some fruit and water down for me just in case.

"It's perfect."

He smiled and kissed my neck.

"Eric won't be far if we need him but in the mean time let's get you in bed."

Little did he know I was thinking exactly the same thing.

I lay on the huge pile of cozy pillows and looked around.

"Godric, where is Manny?"

"Safe love, he's still asleep and has been since he ate. He'll be well taken care of."

I nodded. I felt bad I hadn't asked before but I knew if something was wrong I would have known. Godric slid beside me and pulled the covers over us.

"Come here, gorgeous," he teased as he cupped my face in his hands. I smiled and gazed through my lashes at him. I hope our son looks like him. I inhaled deeply and dipped my head to his neck. I ran my nose along his jugular.

Delish.

"You smell like….warmth and apples, maybe even cinnamon."

Wow. Now that was an odd combo for him. He chuckled and buried his fingers in my hair and began to toy with it. It was relaxing.

"Perhaps, it has been too long for me to remember human flavors. I had to replenish after our previous meeting. I wanted to prepare for tonight."

"Tonight?" I enquired lifting my head to meet his beautiful baby blues.

He smirked as he ran his fingers down my neck.

"Oh yes. I do plan on letting the tigress out of her cage, but I have the distinct impression she might be a little thirsty."

So he planned on being naughty did he?

"Well, you can try," I challenged.

I always loved a naughty Godric and the naughtier the better in my book. I wasn't prepared for him to flip me over. He was quick but gentle as always. He would never hurt me.

"Your powers have lied dormant a while. Let's play with them. What do you say?" he teased lifting me with him. I had no idea what he was doing.

"Godric?"

"Shhhh, my love. Let yourself have a little fun."

Fun he says. Yeah, right.

He pressed me to the cool brick wall and I hissed at the cold. I was not full vampire. I could still feel temperature. His lips curled up in a sexy little smirk as he lifted my wrists.

What on earth was he doing?

I heard the catch of the lock and my head snapped up immediately. My breath quickened and my heart immediately sped up.

What was he thinking? Those cuffs were silver!

I tugged at them testing their strength and turned to face him. He had backed away and slowly began to unbutton his shirt.

Oh my!

I didn't speak because I knew it wouldn't help. Whatever he had planned was done. I closed my eyes as the silver burned my skin. It wasn't terrible but it hurt. I heard him toss the shirt to the floor I opened my eyes. My god, he is perfect.

I couldn't resist allowing my eyes to roam his body following every curve of every muscle. My breath was still labored but it wasn't because of the silver cuffs anymore.

"Do you like what you see my princess?" he purred thickly. Sex oozed off of him like it was second nature and I suppose to a vampire it was.

I groaned and looked down. He stepped closer and lifted my chin. He was so close yet we were not touching. It was infuriating. I wanted to touch him so bad and he knew it. He reached up and ran his hands down my arms.

"You are so breathtaking, Ema. Do you have any idea the things I want to do to you?" He brushed my cheek with his palm. "Yet, I can't do them until you break these bonds."

I swallowed hard.

"It is silver, Godric. You ask the impossible. A vampire can't even-" he stopped my sentence with a kiss that left my lips quivering. He smiled and stepped back.

"You are no ordinary vampire. You are special, Ema my little Anyron. You will do things no other can. Have you not discovered that yet?"

He dropped to his knees before me and lifted my shirt. His eyes full of wonder as he kissed my stomach.

"You carry my babe within you," he whispered before meeting my eyes. "How much more proof do you need. Break the bonds, Ema."

I pulled at them a moment but they were solid and immovable.

There had to be another way. He was after something. Godric wanted me to do something specific only I wasn't seeing it.

"They burn," I complained.

"Ah, the Ema I know would fix that problem."

My gaze wondered to the cuffs again as I bit my lip in thought. What was I missing? Maybe it's not about strength at all. Maybe it's something else entirely.

I was brought out of my thoughts by the gorgeous vampire in front of me. He tapped the edge of a very shiny, very sharp knife on his full bottom lip. It made my mouth water. He got the desired reaction and moved as close as he dared.

"Now what might you be thinking little angel?" he enquired innocently as he ran the knife down the center of his chest. My eyes could not help but follow. "One little slip and I could cut myself."

He moved the blade to my chest lightly running it down.

"Or you."

I stood frozen, uncertain of where he was going with this. "What do you think I should do with it?" he questioned me. "Tell me what you want me to do with it."

"Cut me."

He smirked and ripped my shirt open. His tantalizing eyes taking me in as if I were his prey.

"So many places to cut princess, you are too beautiful to mar."

"I heal," I growled as I grew impatient.

He chuckled, "And so the tigress makes her first appearance."

His gentle fingers stroked my collar bone as the blade barely nicked my chest, just above my right breast. I could feel the blood rush to the surface as his rough tongue slid over the delicate skin. My entire body shook the need.

"Godric, please," I begged.

I had to touch him. This was torture the way my body felt with him so near.

"So perfect, Emayn. I can't stop," he whispered against my flesh tasting me again. "I love you," he added, moaned lightly and then sank his teeth deep into me. I cried out arching into him. I don't think his intention was to bite me, but he couldn't resist. I could feel his desire and though he was trying not to touch me, he braced on the brick wall behind me. And I had enough leverage to push fully against him.

He stumbled back gasping for air.

"Dear God, Emayn."

"You wanted me now you shall have me. Cut it." I ordered as I looked to his chest. He lifted the knife with a shaky hand and slid it across his left pectoral muscle. I inhaled the fresh scent of his blood and concentrated on the silver cuffs. It was suddenly so obvious. I had to simply do the easiest thing wish them gone.

I formed the thought in my head and they dropped to the floor. And here I wasted all that time trying with bruit force. It was all so simple. As for Godric, I tackled him onto the pillows and held him in place. Not that he minded. As soon as my lips touched his chest I felt the rest of my clothes being tossed somewhere. I just hope Sookie had something I could wear. Manny would surely give me a hard time for this but I do have pregnancy hormones and Godric is well sexy, immortal, gorgeous and best of all, mine.

We had to enjoy the peaceful time while we had it. We knew it wouldn't last long. And he did say he wanted the tigress. Mess with the Tiger you get the teeth, or fangs in this case. Close enough right? I would be ready for what Niu would do. He made a mistake connecting with me. I knew his secrets and now I would use them because two can play that game.

Sooooooooooooooo...I had fun with that. Hope you liked it. :)