Chapter 24 (edited)

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Claire's POV:

Instead of going out, Xavier decided to order take-outs and stay in. Maybe he's tired.

The food arrived 10 minutes ago and we have been eating quietly, but the silence wasn't comfortable, he was acting kind of strange. Normally I'd feel his eyes on me, but right now he seems to avoid looking at me.

Soon he got done with his food and got up, throwing away the empty box in the dustbin he walked towards the bathroom. I too got done and threw my box in the bin and walked toward the bed. Wait I can't sleep on the bed, he probably wouldn't want me to.

Letting out a deep sigh I picked up a pillow and walked towards the couch. Guess I gotta spend the night on the couch.

Soon as I rested my head on the pillow Xavier's deep voice forced me to open my eyes and look at him.

There he stood with his chest on full display and his gray sweats hanging low making heat rise to my face. Is he gonna sleep like that?

"And what do you think you're doing?" He asked not sounding happy at all.

"S-Sleeping?" I replied, confused.

He let out a deep breath before speaking again.

"Get on the bed Claire" he ordered but I wasn't sure if it was a good idea.

"But you're gonna be s-sleeping there" I protested to which he only shook his head.

"There's plenty of room for the both of us so get on the bed" he explained as he got under the sheets.

Sucking in a deep breath I picked up the pillow and went to lie down on the bed. His eyes were following my every move making me nervous.

Quickly getting in bed I made sure to lie on the far end of my side to make sure there was enough space between the both of us.

Even tho there was a good amount of space between us, I could still feel the warmth his body offered and I wanted to crawl and snuggle in it.

Resisting the urge I pulled the blanket up to my chest and after a few long minutes, I finally fell asleep.

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Xavier's POV:

Seeing her in her tiny pj's I already knew I'm gonna have a fucking hard time controlling myself from claiming her. If I didn't know better I'd say she did that to spite me but she was too innocent to do such a thing.

I saw as she slept on the literal edge. One slight movement and she'd fall.

Letting out a sigh I softly pulled her light body so that she was properly lying down. Looking down at her I felt a smile creeping up my lips. She's so naturally beautiful.

Unconsciously my eyes traveled down her neck, zeroing in on her tattoo. I softly traced it. Are you one of them Angel?

Ripping my eyes off it I was about to go to sleep when I felt her body shiver ever so slightly.

She began mumbling in her sleep as a deep frown appeared on her face. She looked like she was in pain. She was having a nightmare.

Feeling a sharp stinging in my heart I slowly pulled her shivering body against mine, holding her firmly against my chest.

"Shhh it's okay baby, I won't let anyone hurt you" I whispered softly while rubbing her smooth silky hair. And soon she snuggled into my chest and was back to her unbothered sleep.

Deep down I knew I am the one who was responsible for her nightmares and I could feel the guilt eating me up.

"I'm so fucking sorry baby" I whispered lightly running my fingers through her hair.

Somewhere inside I knew she thought of me as a monster, and it wouldn't be wrong, I am a fucking monster.

Holding her tiny body in my arms I could feel my eyelids getting heavy and before I realized it I was out like a light.

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Claire's POV:

The next morning I woke up feeling the freshest I have ever felt. I slept amazingly last night, free from any nightmares. I felt safe and warm.

I tried to roll over but something heavy was stopping me. Tilting my head I saw him. Peacefully asleep. Then I realized what position we were in.

His arms were wrapped around me with one of his leg crossing mines. That's what was holding me down.

My cheeks went blaring red feeling his soft breath hitting my face. He looked so gorgeous while sleeping. No frown on his forehead. This has to be the most peaceful I've ever seen him.

I slowly reached my hand up and moved a thick piece of hair out of his forehead. My eyes traveled down to his lips and I felt a strong urge to kiss him. I have never felt this strong of a need to kiss anyone before.

"Staring is rude princess" His raspy voice shook me nearly to death and I abruptly pulled my hand back.

He slowly opened his eyes and looked at me. He didn't seem mad or upset but instead, he had a different look in his eyes. Adoration?

I tried to move but he pulled me closer instead.

"Stay" he mumbled before nuzzling his nose at the crook of my neck. I felt the butterflies in my stomach go crazy when I felt his hot breath hit my neck.

"What are you doing to me?"

I heard his low voice while he rubbed his nose softly on my neck making goosebumps rise all over my body.

His hand slowly traveled down to my waist as he softly squeezed my sides.

After not so long I felt his breathing even out. Peeking a look at him I saw that he was asleep.

Fighting the butterflies in my stomach I hesitantly lift my hand and slowly ran my fingers through his messy hair to which he let out a sound of satisfaction.

I looked at him to make sure he was still asleep before continuing, and luckily he was. His hair is so soft.

Feeling drowsy myself I let out a yawn before closing my eyes and letting another peaceful sleep take over me.

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When I woke up again, the warmth that engulfed me was gone. Forcing my eyes open I saw the other side of the bed was empty and cold.

Instead of getting up, I snuggled more into his pillow which still smelled like him. How can someone smell so alluring?

Later I heard the shower go off and soon the bathroom door opened. I stayed still in bed pretending to be asleep.

"I know you're awake Principessa" he spoke in his deep voice and I could feel my heart thudding against my chest. How?!

"Get changed. We will have breakfast before we leave" he continued but I didn't move. For some reason, I felt embarrassed for the way we have cuddled up into each other not so long ago. And the fact that I actually liked it was terrifying.

I can't deny that I actually had one of the best sleep last night and that was also in his arms.

Soon after I heard a door shut so I slowly cracked my eyes open to find the room now empty.

Sliding off the bed I stretched my arms. Morning stretches are the best.

Grabbing a pair of shorts and a tank top I walked into the bathroom to change.

Getting ready I ran my fingers through my hair untangling them before walking out just to be hit with a strong smell of cigarettes which made me break into a fit of coughs. I hate the smell of cigarettes.

There he was sitting on the couch with a cigarette in between his lips. Scrunching my nose I slowly approached him.

"I'm ready" I mumbled softly grabbing his attention. His eyes slowly scanned me, lingering on my legs a little longer before he clenched his jaw, his face changed from neutral to annoyed in just a second.

"Come here" he said in a low tone. Nervously I took another hesitant step towards him now standing in between his legs.

He leaned forward now sitting straight and slowly traced his hand over the scar on my thigh.

"Does it hurt?" He questioned, not removing his gaze from my thigh.

"N-Not anymore" I said which came out as a shaky whisper. I can't talk properly with his hand on my bare thigh like this.

I heard him let out a deep breath before he stood up, now looking into my eyes.

"Let's go" he said and began walking towards the door as I followed him out.

The drive was mostly silent other than him instructing the driver on the location of the restaurant.

As we reached the restaurant and got out of the car I felt Xavier's hand on my lower back as he lead us toward a table.

He then pulled out a seat for me, I thanked him with tinted cheeks before sitting and he then took a seat himself.

"What can I get you started on sir?"

A voice came making me look up from my menu to see a blonde girl, around my age standing there with a notepad in her hands.

Not paying her any attention Xavier looked at me and asked "What do you wanna eat?"

"French toast with two omelets please" I told him to which he gave me a nod and then looked over at the waitress.

"Two of what she said and one glass of apple juice" he ordered and she noted it down with a frown on her pretty face.

"Anything else sir" she asked in more of a low whisper with a smile on her face.

"That'll be it" he muttered pulling out his phone and not paying her any attention.

Rolling her eyes she then walked away.

Xavier didn't look up from his phone even once and I sat there playing with my bracelet waiting for the food to arrive.

Not long after she came back with our food and a smile appeared on my face. I was indeed hungry.

Placing the food on the table she then slide a note to Xavier and said "let me know if you need anything else" she whispered more to him and walked away and I don't know why but it stinged, seeing her flirt with him, I didn't like it. Am I really jealous?

No, I'm definitely just overthinking it.

As we began eating Xavier slid the glass of juice toward me and I felt a smile tugging at my lips.

Letting out a soft 'thank you' I began eating. This is delicious!

After we got done eating the waitress came back with a bill.

"If you value your job, do not ever pull these tactics" Xavier muttered harshly ripping the chit she gave him earlier.

"S-Sorry sir" she apologized with a shaky voice.

Xavier paid for the food and stood up and I followed him out. I feel bad for her, I mean I don't blame her. He looks like a Greek god, he even smells perfect, and his voice would make you weak in the knees any time of the day.

If I had met him in different circumstances I bet I would be crushing on him as well, but the worst part is I feel like I already am.

I was lost in my thoughts the whole drive and soon the car came to a halt in front of the hotel.

The driver got out of the car and walked towards the hotel to get our luggage.

"Stop doing that" Xavier's deep voice vibrated pulling me out of my thoughts and I looked at him confused.

"Doing what?" I asked not getting what he meant.

"Things that make me wanna fucking kiss you" he muttered huskily before he raised his hand and slowly pulled my lip from between my teeth that I was mindlessly nibbling on earlier.

My face went red but I couldn't look away from his hypnotizing gaze. His hand was still resting on my chin as his thumb ever so softly rubbed the side of my mouth.

"Fuck it" I heard him mutter under his breath before he smashed his lips on mine.

Nothing about this kiss was soft or gentle. It was filled with want and desire.

His hand ran down my waist as he softly pushed me against the door and bite on my lip earning a soft moan from me.

My arms immediately wrapped around his neck pulling him closer as the kiss deepened. My body was betraying me, my mind told me to push him and break the kiss but my body wanted to pull him closer and feel him.

I ran my fingers through his hair earning a low satisfied groan from him.

"Fuck" He whispered as he pulled back resting his forehead against mine. We were both out of breath.

He pulled back and ran his hand through his hair before abruptly getting out of the car, leaving me confused. What just happened?

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