What About Now?

Chapter 20 - No Regrets

It was the first time in a long time that I felt truly frightened. I can feel the waters presence everywhere in the castle, as if it's somehow silently watching me, following me.

Ever since I returned from school I've been paranoid that the water would attack. Therefore I decided to hide in my room for most of the weekend. It was hard trying to stay alert and really took its toll on me. I barely got any sleep and constantly flinched at every minuscule sound.

Throughout the weekend, Levi watched me worriedly and studied my movements carefully. He doesn't question me about my odd behavior but silently studies my movements, like he's expecting an answer from my body language.  Honestly, I don't know what to make of his behavior. I'm glad that he is not constantly questioning me about mine, which will only result in multiple speed rounds of him asking and me lying; but nevertheless, his silence worries me.

I wish I knew what he's planning, because from the glint in his eyes I can see it. He knows something I don't, and he's going to do something about it, but what?

I ponder the situation as I sit near the fireplace in the library.

The embers burn brightly. The fire crackles lightly, resounding peacefully throughout the dark room and providing a calming effect on my rigid body, despite being late at night.

The book in my hands is soon forgotten as I become lost in the fires passionate dance. I can't help but stare at the bright orange color as it sways in every direction and creates tiny sparks that reaches the tips of each flame.

"So this is where you've taken refuge?"  Levi walks inside the room, keeping his gaze towards the fireplace and his hands tucked in the pockets of his sweatpants. 

The history book on my lap is soon forgotten as I follow his shirtless figure towards my direction.

He smirks at my watchful gaze, causing me to feign a small cough and provide an excuse to look downwards to conceal my rising blush. However, it's futile to hide as his hand brushes my hair behind my ear, causing me to blush harder.

I smile sheepishly and run my hands through my silk pajamas; a weak attempt to soothe myself.

"How did you know I was here?" I pull away from his touch and scoot backwards.

The action only serves to make him frown and study my movements. 

"I know where you are at all times," he retorts, carefully assessing my reaction.

I try not to let the shock register on my face. I mean, how can he possibly know where I am at all time? According to Diana my guards were dismissed a while ago. However realization quickly dawns on me. My guards weren't truly dismissed, were they? 

I shake my head in denial whilst the hurt registers on my face. Doesn't he trust me? But then again, I haven't given him good reason to. I did run away. But, We've moved past that. Haven't we?

I hurriedly stand up and close my book, holding it tightly against my chest. I'm anxious to escape and attempt to make my way out of the library. However, Levi uses his wolfs speed to cut me off; causing me to run into his muscular chest.

He grips my waist tightly with his calloused hands, giving me no chance to escape.

"I thought we could talk?" His voice takes on a serious tone as he continues to keep me in place, but I refuse to be some submissive love struck girl that swoons at the princes chiseled abs.

"Do you think this is funny?" I push away from his hold and put some space between us, which ultimately causes an unpleased expression to run across his face.