One of a Kind (cancelled)

Chapter 9

Avril’s POV

After our little "encounter", I was breathless and felt a new energy coursing through me. I felt like I would come out of this alive, and Gavin really might be my guardian angel.

"Does that answer your question?" Gav breathlessly whispered.

"Mhmm" I mumbled back. I hazily opened my eyes and then, it was as if something just clicked in my head, snapping me out of his trance. I don't know if that's what made me do the thing I did next, but I just stumbled past Gavin, and ran. I didn't know where or why, but it just happened. I ran past May's questioning glance, past the manicured lawns, past the neighbor's curious looks, past everything.

I kept going until I realized I was at the abandoned warehouse. Nobody cares about this place, besides, this place was supposed to get taken down. I gingerly climbed up to the rooftop and sat down beside our little spot. Clark and I used to come up here all the time to just dance the day away - back when we had time to. This was kind of like my special place, where I can be alone with my thoughts, my music, and nothing else. I placed my iPod on a crate and pressed shuffle, just as I heard one of my favorites come on.

I felt a little rusty, but after the first few steps, my body took the lead - my arms moving with a passion, legs swinging with the beat, my body spinning with the melody. I had been under so much pressure these past few weeks, I needed to let go.

Gavin's POV

That kiss we had shared was nothing like I've ever experienced before. Her soft lips were so warm, so embracing, I was completely under her trance. That is, until she pulled away and ran out.

I thought she might've felt something too. Did she not like me back? The human race can be so different sometimes. I saw that slight change in her face before she ran out; was it panic? Maybe fear? After all, I'm not a human - not even close. I need to apologize then. I thought she had the same feelings I did, but maybe not so. I walked out of the room and met May - whom I remembered was her sister. I asked her if she knew where Avril was.

"I'm not sure, maybe she went to sort out her thoughts? She usually goes to that abandoned warehouse to think." May helpfully answered.

I thanked her and went to find Avril - even though May told me her sister usually likes to be alone, I think this is more important than anything. Besides we need to figure out when we're leaving. That was my original reason for going into her room in the first place.

When I reached the warehouse, I could hear the faint hum of music. I walked into the building and looked around. There was nothing here, and the music got quieter. There was some graffiti on the walls and some blankets tossed around, but other than that, the room was bare of any furniture and decor. I walked up the stairs on my right and opened a door to find myself on the roof. I could hear the music much louder now and very clear. I walked around the wall and saw one of the most beautiful sights I've ever seen.

The mess of Avril's surroundings didn't deter her graceful movements, she was a butterfly in the concrete arena; it seemed like she was hovering- with the music keeping her afloat. It wasn't like any dance I've seen before. It was majestic, yet aggressive. Entrancing, but deadly. I could not explain it. It seemed as though the goddess Nai'dra had sent down one of her Nij'a daughters that have enchanted Avril; graced her with the elegance of a swan, but filled her with the lion's power.

She was completely oblivious to me however, since her eyes were shut and the music was louder than I was.

When Avril stopped dancing and turned off the music, only then did she notice my presence and seemed to gasp a little in surprise.

"How long have you been here?" She asked me breathlessly. I got up from the crate I was sitting on and walked up to her, but I made sure not to get too close so she doesn't become uncomfortable.

"Long enough to see the strength in you. Your fierceness can move a whole nation - did you know? That grace you hold, it can speak to the hearts. You are amazing, little Nij'a."

I saw a blush spread up her already flushed cheeks and she smiled ever do slightly. I tried to explain how captivating she was to me, but my words seemed to confuse her.

"Nij'a? What does that mean?"

I assured her it wasn't anything bad. That I would tell her eventually, when the time seemed right. I finally got around to telling her the reason I was looking for her in the first place.

"Listen," I said, "I really want to say I'm sorry for what I did. I didn't mean to scare you, but I just thought..."

I saw something flicker in her eyes as I told her this. I'm bad at reading human emotions, but I think I saw regret - maybe I should've just let it be, not chased her about it. I was about to apologize again and leave, but Avril caught my forearm and pulled me close to her. It was so unexpected, I instinctively wrapped my arms around her waist, partly to steady myself, partly because it felt nice.

"Gav. What you did... That kiss... It was amazing. It was everything I never thought I would've needed to get me through. I'm sorry, I didn't mean to run. It's just that I needed to sort out my mind. But you convinced me that maybe we can get through this... Together?" I smiled and hugged her close. I timidly asked,

"So you don't mind I'm not exactly human?" However, she retaliated with a question of her own.

"Don't you mind I'm not Turian?"

"Not at all." I smiled at her boldness.

"Then neither do I."

A/N: this is one of my favourite chapters so far. I just love how sweet Gavin can be. Anyways I have exams coming around the corner, so I might not be able to upload much this month :/ have a happy holiday!