Full Moon Defenders

Chapter 7

ALEX’S POV 7

Taking a refreshing shower was a much-needed relief, allowing me to let go of all negative energy from the hectic day. It was truly unbelievable how everything happened. How did it even start? All I wanted was for my sister to be more careful, so that nothing unfortunate would happen to her. With my new responsibilities , I knew I wouldn’t have time to constantly watch over her, and I couldn’t trust anyone else because nobody seemed to care about her safety.

Locking her in her room was a foolish move, but I never expected her to break the window and escape. And the chaotic scene that followed…Oh, I’d rather not think about that embarrassing moment.

But now, having her in my bed…What was I thinking? Seriously! She was right. It’s no longer appropriate for us to share a bed. We were no longer kids, just like she said. But still, I wanted to show my authority and have everyone, including her, obey me.

Yet, there she is in my bed, wearing my clothes. I won the fight but I had no idea what I should do next. I hoped that she was asleep because it would be awkward to face her. How will I be able to go and lye next to her? How do I keep making these huge mistakes with her? I thought about finally going out of the shower. I dried my hair and my body, I put on some clothes, something that I don’t do anymore, and I entered the room hoping that she would be asleep.

She wasn’t on my side of the bed and she was facing the window. I couldn’t see her face but by the rhythm of her breading I knew she was asleep. Carefully, I entered the bed but I didn’t turn my back on her. The sight of her long, flowing black hair tempted me to reach out and touch it. I knew it would be silky and smooth, but the question was: should I dare to run my fingers through it? An internal battle waged in my mind, yet in the end, I chose not to act on my desire. In my huge bed , she appeared delicately small, like a fragile creature who stirred the protective instincts within me. I wondered how her face looks when she is sleeping. And then, as if a divine force interwove our souls, she gracefully turned towards me, her incredibly rare blue eyes locking with mine.

Her beauty was out of this world. She was a vision that seemed to transcend time, evoking an irresistible allure that stirred the depths of my soul. Never before have I beheld eyes like hers. I dare to doubt that anyone else in this vast world could possess such a captivating gaze. They were special. She was special and my job was to protect this amazing creature in front of me.

She stayed silent, never breaking her gaze from mine, as if wanting to communicate something profound but unable to find the right words or the courage to do so.

So I simply asked her what she was thinking. The answer shocked me.

I would never have guessed that she felt that way about me but it made my heart a bit crazy hearing that I was everything to her, that I was her all. It was then that I understood, without a doubt, that I was the only person she could truly rely on. I had my pack, my friends, her, but she had only me. I felt so sorry for her. She must be feeling lonely, unwanted, unloved. Not to mention that she doesn’t even know who she really is, who her parents are. But despite all the bad things in her life, she was a strong woman fighting for the right to live.

I appreciate the fact that she told me what she felt. Now I am more convinced that I have to keep my promise of taking care of her. We were not blood related but we grew up together and my father taught me to love her like a real sister.

She could be a pain in the a..s sometimes, but I loved her personality. I didn’t even want her to change the way she was. At some point, I started to enjoy the challenging positions she puts me in.

“I don’t want you to change. I like you and love you just the way you are. No matter what you do, I will never stop loving you, sis. Remember that. You don’t have to do such a thing for anybody. Be yourself no matter what and I will always be there to support you.”

I spoke with sincerity, sharing my true feelings with her. Just as she had been open and honest with me, I felt a strong desire to do the same. After the challenging events of the day, I knew my words held deep meaning for her. The moistness in her eyes showed me that I had provided comfort through my heartfelt words. Embracing her warmly, like a real brother would, I placed a kiss on her forehead. She must know that I will always be there for her.

“Thank you for being the brother that I need”. That was all I heard from her before falling asleep.