Eva
My thoughts must have been a bit loud because the guys just laughed and smiled at me. I blush, "Sorry."
Eric and Vincent both say, "Stop, that was funny."
I shrug, "I hate gold-digging, power-hungry, little girls a bit more than I hate the boys who seek the same."
Eric looks into my eyes, "Please be careful and have a safe trip home."
I roll my eyes, "I will."
Vincent murmurs, "You'll accept it eventually."
I smirk at him as I wrap my arms around him, "What if I don't want to?"
He lightly kisses my lips, "Oh, you do." He's right, I do, but I'm just not ready to admit it. I still need some convincing before I give into the bonds. We exit the club and fly home. Yes, I referred to it as home. Katie is sound asleep, because I checked in on her on the way to my room to put my pajamas back on. I plop onto the couch and Vincent joins me in his pajamas. He smiles at me, "Well, I guess we're stuck together."
I roll my eyes up at him, "Tell me how you feel?"
As he leans in, he says, "I would rather show you." He kisses me and he guides me onto my back on the couch. Our hands roam each other's body. His touch is light, yet firm. Being with him like this doesn't feel strange or alien. It feels the opposite, as if we have done this for a lifetime, and will continue to do so. We pull away, breathless. He rests his forehead on mine, "I'm not sure how long I can fight this."
"I…"
He says, "You are as confused as I am."
I sigh, "It's like my mind says one thing, but my body wants to just completely ignore it."
He nods, "My mind wants to get to know you, to court you properly, but…"
I look between what little space there is between us, "I get it. I'm not a meet 'n fuck kinda girl. It takes many dates to get that far."
He adds, "I neither do relationships, nor date. I haven't been with a woman like that for decades." He continues, "You are my mate and you are different. It's pointless for me to deny anything with you."
I intertwine my fingers with him, "There's no other explanation, is there?"
He says, "No, not after tonight. The mind link, plus the fact that when I'm near, you calm down and regain control of your abilities."
I nod, "I believe you. Why did I see Eric's greatest loss, instead of his sins, like everyone else? Is it because he's a mate, too, or…?"
Vincent shrugs, "I honestly don't know." I suggest that we just lie on the couch since Sam will be here soon. I wish for a blanket and it flies over like a flying carpet. He says, "I don't think I'll ever get used to that."
I had issues at first, but now I enjoy it, "It's a new thing for me. It just started after my last birthday. It happened by accident. I was sitting on my bed, back in my apartment, working on a story. I wanted some pretzels and cheese. Next thing I know, they came flying through my bedroom door."
He adds, "Well, now we know, you turning 25 was what triggered your new abilities. It might have allowed us to find you, too. I think we should try to rest. Who knows when the wolf will be by." I smile, because I know it will be shortly after sunrise. I can feel Sam's anxiousness. He lays back and opens his arms to me, "Well snuggle up, my dear."
I grin as I laugh. He shakes his head, "Deal with it!"
Vincent kisses me, "Goodnight, Eva."
Vincent
I lay on the couch cuddling her as she slept. I caught her fleeting thoughts before sleep took her. She said I was her home. I was so overcome that I nearly kissed her. I will tease her about being home, but I can't wait to hear her confess it. Honestly, I need to confess some things to her too. I am just afraid of rushing this too much because I don't want to risk losing her. I am going to need to arrange something with the other guys, because I want and need my mate. She is accepting our bond and it is only a matter of time until we both act on it. Eric will understand, but Sam could go ballistic. I don't need to start another war over a woman. But if I must, I will for Eva!
End Vincent's POV
"Goodnight, Vinny." He chuckles, as he snuggles his head into the crook of my neck. We lay on the couch cuddled up together. I doze off thinking, 'This feels nice. It feels so familiar and, oh, so right. This is my home. He is my home.'
Eric
I was drawn to Eva before meeting her. There was something about her writing that spoke to me. Little did I know that it wasn't her writing speaking to me, but her soul. I have no doubts that she is my mate. But her being Vincent's and Sam's, as well, may pose an issue. I'm not possessive, but they both are. I could see them trying to rip each other apart. Something tells me, Eva won't allow it. I will help, too, but none of this is normal for any living species. I have to find out what she is, so that I can help keep her safe!