The Rebelero Brothers' Curse

Fourteen

I slowly opened the door to find her sitting by the balcony with a face of longing. She was deep in thought and I almost felt bad interrupting the serenity.

"How are you feeling?" I said leaning on the door frame.

She didn't face me but just smiled and replied softly "I'm better."

I slowly approached her and stood by her side. "Is there anything I can do for you?"

She looked up at me and smiled. "Kiss me," she said sweetly.

My stomach did a flip but I leaned in with no hesitation. My lips met hers in the gentlest kiss that sent a spark coursing through me. She kissed me back with a smile on her lips and it felt so natural to kiss her; as if her lips were the only ones I was meant to kiss.

I cupped her cheeks and looked into her eyes. A soft blush spread across her cheeks but she looked back. A minute passed that felt like eternity.

"You feel no discomfort," I said thinking out loud.

"Your eyes do nothing to me except make me happy," her blush deepend but she didn't look away. I was glad she didn't, I was really looking into her eyes for the first time. They were a clear grey tinged with blue that sparkled with joy.

"They're beautiful," I mumbled as her lips crashed back onto mine.

"Easy there," I said with a laugh. "You may not be able to stop me." She giggled and looked out the balcony again. Jessamine suddenly looked sad.

"They will be wondering where I'm at. I can't stay here anymore."

"You'll be staying here tonight. You aren't leaving my sight until you are well."

"But I-"

"No buts, it's non-negotiable," I softened my words with a smile. "Please, let me take care of you.

"I'm your Guardian, Im supposed to be taking care of you." She wouldn't look at me so I knelt by her side and grabbed her hand. I put it by my heart.

"That's your job. Let this be a choice: my choice.  If you would only let me call you mine? Let me care for you." The words escaped my mouth before I could really think about it, but I was okay with that. I was tired of letting what I loved escape my grasp. I was tired of going by what I was commanded to do. I was tired of not listening to my heart.

She knew what I was asking and a sad smile crept upon her lips.

"Oh Lucian...."

"I'm sorry. I'm normally not so rash," I said with a sigh.

"I-I just can't Lucian."

My heart dropped.

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It broke me to see the wounded look on his face. The tears came before I could stop them. One slipped down my cheek and then another.

I wanted him so much. I loved him. He was what my soul desired-- no craved. He was meant to be mine. I knew it was so when he left and there was an ache in my chest, a void only he could fill. My grandmother told me to listen to my heart and not think, but here I was doing it all over again.

"What do you mean you can't?" His voice was thick with emotion and I could see him fighting to stay strong. He gently wiped away the tears that had fallen on my cheeks, trying to keep a brave face, but I could feel the emotions radiating off of him.

"I can't...your safety would be compromised and I could not do that. Dale will not help me protect you and the council will disapprove."

He suddenly looked really angry, but not like before. "I do not need Dale to protect me. I can handle myself."

I laughed lightly "I do not doubt you can, but you cannot watch your back all the time. You will not be able to control yourself sometimes like this morning. I will not take that risk." It made me sad to say it, but my duties came first.

"What if I spoke to Dale and the council? What if I convinced them to let us love one another."  My pulse quickened as he said it. He loves me? I felt a little light headed as it dawned on me. He was willing to do what he had to do have me.

"Luke I simply can't. I cannot risk being blinded by all this and I certainly cannot risk you putting yourself in harm's way because of me."

"Please Jessamine. Let us try to make this work. I promise not to distract you. I'll do whatever it is you need me to do. I am not sure what will happen, but I cannot do this without you."

"The council won't like it, but I suppose my grandmother will vouch for us. She's approved of you from the start," I said hesitantly giving in to him. How could I say no to him? It wouldn't kill me to try.

He lay his head in my lap, hugging my waist.  "Thank you," he said.

I didn't respond. Instead I began playing with his long, thick hair to distract him for just a moment. His shoulders relaxed and he sighed releasing the built up tension from our conversation.

I was still in disbelief; he admitted he loved me. Oh and how I wanted him. I thought I loved Dale. I would've married him and bore his children if he asked. I cared for him deeply, but I knew I loved the man at my feet. I hadn't even spoken to him for long, but my soul recognizes him. What I had with Dale does not compare to what I feel for Luke. 

I loved him.

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I was not satisfied with the situation, but there was still hope. I could and would convince Dale and the council if it means I would have my Jessamine.

I'm not letting this one go. I would regret it for the rest of my life if I didn't at least try. "Jessamine?"

"Yes?"

"It is late and we both need rest. Will you stay with me here tonight?" Her hands ceased to move in my hair so I looked up at her.

"I'm not sure that is wise," she said nervously.

I chuckled and stood.  "Come darling, no worries, I'll behave," I said with an extended hand and a smirk.

She scoffed and rolled her eyes, but took my hand anyway. I pulled the blankets back so she could climb in. She tried to scoot over as far as she could but I stopped her. I covered her with the heavy blankets and climbed in next to her, but on top of them. I pulled her closer to me and hugged her from behind.

"Now let us rest. We will talk more tomorrow."

"Yes, we will," she yawned and got comfortable against me.

"Sweet dreams my love." I whispered in her ear as she drifted off to sleep.

Authors note

This chapter is dedicated to my girl NATASHA. (Natnat24). Hope you love this chapter! I know your team Jessamine and Lucian.

I wanted to make this a romantic little chapter for all the romance lovers out there. I feel like this chapter moved quickly but I felt like It was time these fools got together with out denial. After all they are "soul mates." No worries its not going to turn into a weird sappy romance novel. Haha anyway, hope you enjoyed this chapter.

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