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Where the Heart Is	By : TammyDevil666 Category: S through Z > Southern Vampire Views: 2748 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
Disclaimer: I do not own the Southern Vampire Mysteries or any referenced characters and no money is made from this story. It is purely for fun.

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Chapter 22
She didn’t know what to say, instead choosing to stare at him as if he had two heads.
Eric stood back up, rubbing his neck in nervousness. “I know it’s still really soon, but there is nothing that feels more right to me than this. We’re already living together, Jessica adores you, and the only thing missing is getting to call you my wife.”
Sookie let out the breath she’d been holding. “When did you get that?”
He shrugged. “I guess about two weeks ago. I was waiting for the right moment and after what I just heard, I couldn’t wait any longer.”
“I don’t know, Eric. Like you said, this is all happening really fast. I love you, but I don’t think I’m ready to get married yet. I hope you can understand.”
He did, but still couldn’t help the disappointment he felt. “I knew it was probably a long shot. There’s no hurry, you take all the time you need to think this over. The ring will still be here when you’re ready.”
Sookie was glad for that, letting him wrap his arms around her in a tender embrace. It wasn’t that she didn’t want to get married, and Eric would definitely be her first choice, but she wasn’t about to rush anything with him. Her entire relationship with Bill was practically based on that, she didn’t think clearly at all where he was concerned and ended up with a broken heart for her troubles. This time around, she was taking her time and doing things right. Sookie had a feeling the pay off would be well worth it.

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“He fucking proposed and you said no? Do you know how hard it must have been for those words to leave Eric Northman’s mouth? His first proposal and he gets rejected, I wouldn’t be surprised if he never popped the question again.”
Sookie glared at her friend. “You’re not helping, Ames, I already feel like shit enough as it is. I don’t expect for you to understand, we’ve only been together for a few months. I know we’ve technically known each other for years, but I spent most of that time cursing his existence. It’s still a lot to take in right now, but Eric was very considerate. You should give him more credit.”
Amelia nodded, cleaning off her last table. “You’re right, I probably would have said the same thing if I was in your shoes. Thanks again for helping me out tonight, I know you didn’t have to. With Sam out of town and two of the girls with that damn flu that’s going around, we’re a little overwhelmed at the moment. Are you sure you don’t wanna come back? This has to be more fun than working with sick people all day, and you get great tips.”
Sookie shook her head. “This job was only supposed to be temporary, you knew that. I have no intention of coming back, but you know I’m always willing to help out when you need me. Just don’t go making a habit of it; I need to have a life of my own. It’s long overdue.”
The brunette couldn’t argue with that. “So, I met someone the other night, Tray Dawson. He’s a biker type, came in with a few friends and we got to talking. He’s really sweet, not as tough as people might expect. We’re going out this weekend.”
Sookie’s eyes widened. “And you’re just now telling me about this? That’s great, Ames, I’m really happy for you.”
She shrugged. “It’s just one date; we don’t have to make a big deal out of it. You act like I never go out. In case you’ve forgotten, I’m the one who actually has a life.”
“Yes, but it involves you staying in more than going out. All you do is sleep around and that’s not healthy, you need someone decent in your life. Believe me, I never thought these words would come out of my mouth after Bill screwed me over, but it’s nice to be in a real relationship. Most people might dread going home to the same person every day, but I love it. I never knew living with a man could make me feel like this, it sure as hell never did with Bill. I know I have every reason to worry with Eric, especially with how colorful his past is, but I just don’t. I completely trust him, which could not be said for a couple months ago. He’s so devoted to me and Jessica; I don’t think he would ever do anything to hurt us. You deserve to have that, too.”
Amelia took that into consideration, realizing she could truly see more happening with Tray. That surprisingly didn’t scare her as much as she thought it would.

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Sookie left the bar later than she would have liked, it was usually pretty packed on a Friday night. Sam picked the perfect time to take off for a week. She groaned when she saw a familiar person in the deserted parking lot, trying to put a key in his car, but not having much luck with it.
“How drunk are you?”
Bill looked up at her, a dazed expression on his face. “My sweet Sookie, I’ve missed you.”
She cringed at the smell of booze that came from him. “Give me your keys, Bill, I’m not about to let you drive home when you’re wasted like this. You should know better than that.” Sookie moved closer, taking the keys from him, but it was enough to blindside her as he planted a firm kiss on her lips. She shoved him away instantly, wiping at her mouth. “What the hell are you doing? I don’t care how drunk you are, Bill Compton, you do that again and I will beat your ass!”
He chuckled. “So kinky, were you always like that or does this new man in your life bring it out? It shouldn’t be him who gets to see that side of you. I’ve made some mistakes, but I never stopped loving you. We could be so good together if you gave me another chance, let me prove to you that I’ve changed.”
“Oh, yeah, you’ve really changed. I don’t even know who you are anymore, but it’s no longer my problem. I’m calling you a cab, you can sleep off the hangover and maybe in the light of a new day, you’ll start to think more clearly.”
Bill shook his head, stopping her from making the call. “I like it here, the only way you’ll prevent me from driving away is if you get in the car with me. You remember in high school when we used to fool around in my backseat? I’ve always cherished those moments.”
Sookie took in a deep breath. “Okay, alcohol makes you relive things you wouldn’t normally, nothing you’re saying makes any sense. It’s over between us, Bill. You have to accept that we will never get back together, now give me back my phone.” She went to grab for her cell, but he held it out of her reach and before she knew it, his arms were wrapped around her tightly as he shoved her into the now open car. Sookie yelled out, but his hand clapped over her mouth to cut off her screams.
“We were good together once; I’ll make you feel that way again.”
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