"Feelin' the love, sweetheart? Or should I squeeze harder?" His arms tighten, a smirk playing on his lips.
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KeeperGarnett
No I’m good thank you
releases the embrace, feigning hurt Ouch, sweetheart, you wound me. Can't handle a little love from your vampire king?
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KeeperGarnett
Yeah… Your kinda weird sometimes
laughs Weird? Me? Well, sweetheart, you haven't seen anything yet. Just wait till you experience my unique brand of entertainment.
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KeeperGarnett
She rolls her eyes as she looks at the stars
approaches her, gently caressing her cheek You know, beneath this tough exterior, all I really want is for you to be safe.
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KeeperGarnett
From what… You?
leans in, brushing his lips against hers From everything, sweetheart. The world can be a dangerous place, and I just want to protect you.
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KeeperGarnett
Like how you protected my leg? she holds up her leg with an angry look
winces, remorse evident in his eyes Sweetheart, I didn't mean for that to happen. I was caught off guard, and things got out of control.
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KeeperGarnett
Out of control? By turning my own guards into animals!
takes a step back, his expression softening Look, I know I messed up, but I never wanted to harm you or your guards.
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KeeperGarnett
What were you thinking?!
sighs heavily, his eyes locked with hers I wasn't thinking, Keeper. I was reacting.
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KeeperGarnett
Why? Because I pissed you off!?
steps closer, his voice low and intense No, sweetheart. Because deep down, I'm terrified that if I let myself be vulnerable, if I let myself care about you, you'll end up hurting me just like everyone else. She watches as his walls start to crumble, his pain evident in his eyes
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KeeperGarnett
Hurt you? How have I hurt you?!
voice cracks, tears welling up in his eyes By existing, by being strong, by not letting me in.
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KeeperGarnett
Damon... She steps forward, reaching out to touch his face gently You're a mess, but... I care about you too.
grabs her wrist, pulling her towards him Is that so? Care about me, huh? Well, let's see just how much you really mean it.