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Growing Fast	By : katiecld Category: A through F > The Darkest Powers (Trilogy) > The Darkest Powers (Trilogy) Views: 2518 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 2
Disclaimer: I do not own The Darkest Powers Trilogy it belongs to Kelley Armstrong, along with the characters, I do not earn money from this, it is purely for fun.

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Difficult to Explain- Chapter 2
“Hey Chloe are you okay?” Simon asked me while I was, well, not eating the apple that I was holding against my lips, it seems spacing out while everyone was looking at me was a new trick of mine.
“Uh, yeah sorry, I didn't sleep very well.” I admitted, though I wouldn't say over Derek. Simon frowned and looked over his shoulder where behind us sat Derek. I could feel him in the room, like an energy.
“How about me and you go for a walk? The air may make you feel better, might even help you sleep later.” He grinned, I couldn't help but grin back, how lucky was I to have a friend like him? Even after I broke his heart. He took my smile as a yes and stood up. I followed him and left the room, leaving a glance in Derek's direction who was staring at me and Simon with a lot more interest than usual. Maybe because neither Simon nor I invited him along, which we always do, even if he refuses to come.

We were about five minutes down the street when Simon asked. “So did you and him have a fight? You want me to kick his butt?” And laughed a little. Although me and Simon had made up, and he was okay with me dating his brother it still seemed very awkward talking to him about it. Since Tori would probably tell me it is gross and Aunt Lauren would turn all parent on me, Simon seemed like the only one who cared. I hesitated before sighing and Simon looped his arm in mine as if to escort me.
“What did he do now? Chew you out over something so minor that no one would ever know or care?” He looked at me with an annoyed face. I smiled. “I like how you assume it's him who's done something wrong and not me.” He just looked at me like I was speaking another language. “You? Doing something wrong?” And scoffed, that's the end of that one.
“I don't know what I did though, he just won't talk to me, it was fine at first, this has all been gradual over the last week, today he only looked at me when I left with you.” I rubbed my temples. “What if I did something really wrong and didn't even realise?” I continued with a sigh. Simon just shook his head. “No, if you did something wrong he'd grill you about it or mope around for a few hours. He wouldn't just go about every day life and ignore the one person he can't seem to be without.” I caught a look behind his eyes for a moment but it was gone and replaced with a friendly smile before I could make heads or tails of it. “I'll see if I can talk to him.” He finished. I wanted to say I didn't need it but Simon was Simon, no turning back on his word.

Back at the house Mr. Bae called me into the kitchen to help with food while my Aunt Lauren was out shopping. Kit was a really nice man, I hadn't spoken to him an awful lot and I'm not sure why but, I felt he was a good friend none the less.
“Chloe?” He asked while I was peeling carrots, my back to him. I turned slightly continuing my work.
“Yes?” I smiled, he smiled back.
“Just wanted to let you know, that even though we haven't known each other very long, that you can always talk to me whenever you need an ear, no matter what it's about.” He grinned at me, and I couldn't help thinking about when he came to save us all two weeks ago, how confident he was, and so kind now? I smiled so warmly. Even though my main problem right now was boy trouble, which happens to be his adopted son, I knew I wouldn't talk to him about that, but it was nice to know, and I told him that it was.
“I also wanted to mention that I didn't know all that much about Necromancy but I've been researching it from some allies I know. Seems I can answer some more of your questions, even though I do realise you're far beyond herbs, spices and ritual but we can see what we can do right?” I had turned to face him at this point and I grinned, he mirrored my expression. “We'll start some lessons soon yes?” I agreed, and we went back to preparing dinner. He continued on about helping Derek with his werewolf powers, and helping him control his anger. Then he laughed and said; “Well you seem to be able to snap him out of it just fine now don't you?” And I flushed.

Aunt Lauren came home and we all ate dinner, chatting to one another, I, for once, was spending my time talking to Mr. Bae. First time I have properly. Tori had joined in as well, asking about necromancy and witchcraft. He seemed to have the answer to everything. Across the table I couldn't help noticing Derek glancing between me and Kit and only poking around his food. Mr. Bae must have noticed as well because he kept trying to get Derek involved in the conversation, since everyone knew me and Derek were together Kit tried to lure him in with me as bait, it still didn't work. I went quiet.

After dinner, Simon went to help his father clean up, Tori went to bed and Aunt Lauren sat and read a book. She invited me to talk with her but she seemed quite content to just sit there, so I said I was going to lay down.
“Chloe?” The voice rumbled behind me and just that made my heart flutter and my knees tremble. I spun around. I'd been caught stood outside his bedroom door with my hand elevated ready ton knock, seems to be a regular thing with me recently, little did I know he wasn't in his room.
“S-s-s-sorry. I-I just wanted to ch-check if you were okay.” I stammered. It wasn't all a lie. Before I knew it I reached out and hugged him so tightly, it only took a second before he shoved me back and I slammed against the door. “O-ow.” I mumbled as I slid to the ground clutching the back of my head. I couldn't help thinking his door was a menace. Derek caught me and picked me up before I hit the floor.
“Oh god Chloe, I'm so sorry.” He gripped me close to him and carried me into his room. I rested my head on his shoulder and basked in the moment before he eased me down onto his bed. “Urgh, I'm so sorry.” His voice was strained, made me want to cuddle him but I didn't want the same outcome.
“What was that for?” I rubbed the back of my head idly and looked at him knelt in front of me. I was sat and as he knelt on the floor it made up the same height. We locked gases for a moment and after he broke it, he looked as though he wanted to leave. Tears pricked my eyes.
“I didn't mean to hurt you.” He said simply, the moment he stopped I just said,
“So you don't like me anymore huh.” Not a question, a fact. I got up and went to leave.
“No, Chloe!” He grabbed my sleeve and dragged me back onto the bed, a little roughly, but it didn't hurt. He gripped my waist so that I didn't move before quickly letting go. I frowned and he rubbed his face. “I want you Chloe.” He stated after a long pause. I had a hard time believing him if he wasn't even going to look at me. “I want you so much that I don't want to scare you away...” I looked at him a little lost. What else could there possibly be? I've seem the worst of him and I know pretty much every dark crevice of his mind.
This is probably when you discover he has spandex in his closet and he goes around playing super mutt during the night.
I laughed randomly in his face and instantly slapped my hand over my mouth when he looked at me very confused.
“What on earth could scare me away now? I know everything, and seen the worst side of you...” I eased myself in and brushed my nose against his slowly inching in for a kiss, he blushed and turned away.
“Not everything. I don't want to scare you...” Strained and rubbing his face I wanted to tell him it'll be okay. He seems to be struggling with something. Maybe he's killed someone? Hah, don't be stupid. I've seen him do that, I'm pretty sure he'd tell me. I just said the first thing that popped into my mind.
“You know, Kit could probably help you out if you don't want to talk to me about it, he's a really great guy and--” Derek just shook his head at that. “I can't about this, it's too...” He trailed off. “Embarrassing.” He finished and stared at me red faced. What could be so embarrassing? I eyed him.
“I won't be scared away.” I started, and I meant it, I could handle anything. “So just tell me, if you want me to forget about what you've told me, I will, if you want me to talk it over with you, I will. You know me.” I lifted my hand and stroked his cheek. Sighing he rested his face against it. “If it scares you you've got to tell me and I'll stay away from you...” He ordered. Worry lining his face. “Nothing will scare me.” I smiled at him and some of the worry dissipated. There was a long pause as I watched the cogs turning in his head, looking for words, as he did so often.
“I get...” He started, looking at me, he glanced around uncomfortably. “I've started getting... Really...” Gesturing with his hands and held them in mine to calm him.
“You get really?” I edged him on. Lowering his voice he came up to my ear.
“Excited... When I see you.” He finished and scratched the back of his neck, looking everywhere but me, except when he occasionally glanced at my face to gauge my expression. I have to admit I didn't really understand him at first, I get excited when I see him too, but that's when I really got what he meant. My expression turned from blank to knowing, then to blushing and looking away.
Ah so he gets, aroused.
It's only normal though.
You should be flattered, at least he doesn't hate you, way, way opposite even.
I closed my eyes and blushed some more. I heard Derek curse.
“Right I get it, I'll stay away from you.” As I was looking away he'd covered his face with his hands and went to move. I panicked.
“No!” It was my turn to grab him and force him back into his spot on the floor. He looked at me red faced and I returned it equally. I didn't know what to say, since all my emotions were amped up. I wasn't scared, nor did I want him to ever stay away from me for something like that. I can see why it would make him uncomfortable though. “I don't care. I'm relieved...” I said, he looked at me a little surprised.
“Relieved? But, but...” I cut him off.
“I thought you hated me because I did something wrong.” He just shook his head and cuddled me, it was so warm and inviting I couldn't help but relax, he whispered that he could never hate me, he was just worried I'd hate him. He kissed my neck a few times before letting go again, as he did he made a strange noise, mixed between annoyed and frustrated. I would normally question it if I didn't already know what the answer was. I blushed and glanced at his lower stomach, the rest of him hidden under the bed. He shifted and mumbled something about if I wanted him to leave.
“No, it's not a big deal, I just don't want you to be uncomfortable.” I said, my voice surprisingly steady. And then I surprised myself, I couldn't help feeling, excited. I couldn't help wanting him to at least stand up, but I didn't want to feel more like a noob that I already was, or giggle like a child, which would probably happen because my mind doesn't know when to not embarrass myself.
So we just stayed were we were for a little while. I kept thinking about the mechanics of the whole thing, it would usually disgust me but the thought of that with Derek? My heart started racing.
“H-have you tried... You know? B-by yourself?” I covered my face and shook my head with the thoughts 'What the hell are you thinking?' going through my head. I heard him laugh just a little bit, I probably looked so embarrassed, more than him. Peeking at him I saw him nod a little.
“Doesn't really help for very long.” He replied. I had so many questions but I couldn't bring myself to ask them.
“Oh I see you two made up, you took my advice then bro?” Simon walked in, apple in hand and a big grin on his face, giving me a small thumbs up before looking at my face, then at the back of Derek's head. “What happened, did he propose or something Chloe?” He walked over, laughing a little before stopping again and looking at the side of Derek's face, and saw that was red as well. “Oh my God he did!” He gaped. I rolled my eyes and shook my head, so did Derek. Simon smiled and handed me he apple. “Well, not saying it's good that he didn't, I just didn't want your Aunt going crazy over it.” He winked before saying he would be right back.
The moment he left I leaned in and kissed Derek, not a shy, small kiss but a real kiss. I scooted over to the edge of the bed so that my body was pressed against his, the surprise soon replaced by need and he crushed me to him. My tongue exploring more than usual, my body felt hot and I couldn't help wanting every inch of him. Gripping my hips he only had to shift a tiny bit and I felt it, he ground my pelvis against his, he groaned into my mouth and it must have hit a sweet spot cause I jumped and whimpered, sparks flying down to my toes. He jumped away from me in that moment, I couldn't help feeling disappointed. What was wrong with me?
“I'm, I'm so sorry.” He backed away a little further. The look on his face made me realise that my reaction to the feeling might have been fear. He looked at me, panting.
“N-n-n-no.” I shook my head. “I liked it...” I admitted and looked away from him. From what I saw out the corner of my eye he wanted to come back to me but Simon walked in again, I stood up almost instantly to greet him, leaned down to give Derek a peck on the cheek and whispered that he didn't need to worry about that problem. He smiled at me, unsure.
“I'll see you guys tomorrow, sleep well.” I gave my last smile to Derek, who'd shifted to sit on his bed, with a pillow on his lap. As I left I couldn't help but grin to myself.
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This one seems to drag on a bit, I hope my next one is much steamier.
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