{Making Amends} Breakfast Plans

Kellan Archer

*I opened my eyes and looked at my wristwatch. Five o' clock in the afternoon. I thought I would sleep more after the jetlag and the intense conversation I had with Granddad. I look at Mira sleeping peacefully by my side, like an angel. After Lazaro and myself had cleared our differences, I had asked for his help with a few things. I felt I owed a lot to my mate and wanted to pamper her during this trip.
Being careful not to wake up Mira, I stood from the bed and dressed hastily. There were still things I needed to do to ensure my plans came to fruition.*

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  Mira Nicholas-Archer *I stretched on the soft bed, letting out a small moan as I woke up, slowly becoming aware to the fact that Kellan was not laying beside me.* Kellan?! *I sit up with a gasp. I was so disoriented and jetlagged, from our late night discussing the conversation he had with Laz, that I didnt notice him across the room.*

  
  
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  Kellan Archer *I had just returned from downstairs where I made sure the special arrangements I had made for the night were finalized. Carrying a small breakfast tray for Mira, I look at her and smile, noticing her fleeting disorientation* Breakfast in bed for my little angel... And downstairs there will soon be some people that you need to see, babe.
  

  
  
• Mira Nicholas-Archer Waking up without you beside me, in this dream of a villa, is totally not ideal! *Propping myself on the pillows, I let him place the tray on my lap and steal a kiss* Come sit with me? Please? *Pouting
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  Kellan Archer *I tuck a stray blond lock behind her ear and sit with her. Watching her eat was fascinating. How on Earth could Breedmates eat that stuff was beyond me... I couldn't help but smile as Mouse attacked her food with gusto. Kissing her soft hair, I wait till she finishes and dresses up so I can show her the next surprise*

  
  
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  Mira Nicholas-Archer So, who are these people that are waiting down stairs for me? *Fastening my jeans, I sat down on the bed and quickly braided my long blonde hair. I couldn't help but laugh at the excitement that was flowing out of him* You are in much better spirits today. I'm so glad everything went well with grandpa. *finishing the braid, I stand up and take his hand* Lets go, baby!

  
  
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  Kellan Archer *Taking her hand, I lead her out of our room and down the stairs towards Granddad's office. Smiling widely as I escort her in, I delight in her gasp of surprise as she sees several representatives from Rome's most prestigious design houses with racks full of clothing, shoes, bags and lingerie selections for Mira to try on. Gucci, Prada, Dolce... Granddad stood in one corner and he winked at me. I wink back, mouthing a silent thank you* Baby, you look sexy as hell in your normal clothes but for this trip I want to give you a silly, totally frivolous wardrobe. Forget you are a warrior and just be a girl. You deserve it, love. And ohh... You need to pick at least one long gown. You are going to need it...

  
  
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  Mira Nicholas-Archer *My eyes widen as I take in all of the designer clothing. Everything from gowns to lingerie and accessories* Oh. my. God! Kellan! *Turning toward him, I leap into his arms and kiss him senselessly* You are way too good to me. *I slide down his body, planting my sandaled feet on the beautiful marble floor of Lazaro's office* Look at all of these clothes! *I run my hands over the beautiful fabrics, pulling out lacy black number that is sure to get his pulse racing* Shall I model this for you later?

  
  
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  Kellan Archer *My blood stirs from the heated kiss and the mental picture of Mira in that lacy black number...Feeling my fangs starting to descend and my eyes burning amber, I quickly distance myself from her* My love, please select anything you want INCLUDING that black number, of course. Grandad and I will be waiting outside for your next surprise.

  
  
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  Mira Nicholas-Archer *Laughing as both breeds leave the room, one a lot more reluctantly than the other.* Hmmm, lets see... *I move through the racks with a giddy excitement. I pull out several outfits, handing them to the representatives who place them on a rolling rack that they followed me around with. When all of my selections are complete, the representatives tell me my items will be waiting for me in my room before the night is over. I thank them for their help and head out to the foyer to find out what my mate is planning next....* I think you will be very please with what I picked, Kellan. *Giving him a wink*

  
  
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  Kellan Archer *Checking his grandfather's location to make sure he couldn't hear him, he leaned over to whisper on Mira's ear* Baby, you know I'm most pleased when I have you naked beneath me. Sadly, that will have to wait. We are going to spend some time with Granddad now, but later on I will take you out for dinner. We have reservations in a cozy, intimate restaurant... Supposedly the most romantic little place in Rome. I really can't be held responsible for what happens next... *winks*

  
  
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  Mira Nicholas-Archer *Biting my lip at his words, I smile as I whisper back...caught in a pant dropping stare down with my sexy as hell mate * You promise? *Behind us I hear Lazaro clear his throat and I reluctantly pull from Kellan.* Oops. *Turning around, I see the smirk on Lazaro's face and it makes me laugh* I've been looking forward to catching up with you...granddad! *I wrap my arm around Kellan's waist, my hand sliding naturally into the back pocket of his jeans, and follow Laz toward a cozy sitting room.*

{London} Need to See You

Nova Rowan

She stretched out her arms in the small kitchen Mathias had in his quarters. She smiled at the fresh fruit, and juices, all the leafy greens that he had stalked in it for her. Leaning in she grabbed a avocado and a tomato, and proceeded to dance around to the music she played in the kitchen radio, slicing into some leftover chicken from the other night. All though she was over joyed that he took that much thought in her needs, there was one thing she needed more then anything else. Picking up her cell, one of the few things she still had to her name, she txted her mate :: Hey Warrior, if you are kicking it around this place, I need to see you pretty please, with a bright red cheery on top, in your kitchen, if your not busy ?::
She hit send and continued to bop her head around to the beat of System of a Down Toxicity.

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  Mathias Rowan *He felt the vibration of his phone and pulled it out of his pocket, the name of his mate on the screen bringing a smile to his face. Fuck, he was becoming one of those males. Smiling wider, he couldn't bring himself to care. Instead of responding, he used his Breed speed to rush through the compound until he reached their kitchen. He watched her dance around for a minute before clearing his throat.* You needed me?

  
  
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  Nova Rowan " WHAT THE EFFIN...!!!" She tossed a piece of lettuce at his face, while she caught her breath. " That good sir was not nice!! " she laughed at him, and leaned against the counter. " Scaring your emotionally damaged mate is not a good idea, you might end up with something else tattooed on you that you wont like!! " She winked at him and turned back to her task. " So listen ya, as I do love my evening gown attire, the beautiful designer, Over Sized Mathias T-Shirt line, I kinda need my stuff, like my clothes." She spun slowly in a black t-shirt that practically had her swimming in. " I need to go back...SO I need you to watch Eddie "

  
  
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  Mathias Rowan *Catching the lettuce in his hand, he arced his brow at her sauciness.* I think you look perfect and I already liked what you inked on me, if you play your cards right I might let you do it again. *He avoided the mention of her trip, knowing instinctively she was going to be stubborn on this subject* How is Eddie settling in?

  
  
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  Nova Rowan " Oh Eddie is loving it!! Which by the by, he doesn't touch a gun, do you hear me ? " She winked at him. " He likes watching you all do your exercises, and I think he has taken a liking to Thane alot. Made a life long friend with that guy. " She rolled up her masterpiece and took a bit of her wrap. She swallowed it and frowned, " Listen, I know you don't want me to go, but the fact is, all of my life is there. My equipment is there, Ozzy gave me that gun Mat, I can't just leave it there. Plus, all of his things, Eddies things, it's important to me..I need you to trust me, can you do that?" She looked him deep in his eyes, and reached up to move a strand of hair from his brow, before running her thumb over his worried crease. " I'm coming back"

  
  
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  Mathias Rowan *Looking down into her dark blue eyes, he grinned at her touch.* It's not a matter of trusting you. It's everyone else I have a problem with. WE can go get your stuff. Eddie can go too. I have a team at your disposal at all times. *He took her hand in his and pulled her close.* I know you are used to taking care of yourself but I need you to trust me to take care of you. I'm not a tyrant but the safety of you and Eddie is my top priority.

  
  
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  Nova Rowan " No, Eddie, is not going back there, that is not a option. The last thing he saw in that place was the only man who ever fathered him get slaughtered. Trust me when I say this, but things like that leave a lasting memory burnt deep down, he doesnt need to relive that. I WILL pack up all his things, and Ozzy's. I CAN bring them here, and Eddie and you can go through it with me, He can pick what he wants to keep. As for the shop though, that I is where I am lost.." She sighed and ran her hand over her short dark hair, exhaling a deep breath. " I am torn, do I keep Ozzy's lively hood and legacy alive and continue to work there, or can we burn it all to the ground? " she sniffled and turned away, quickly wiping a tear that formed in her eye, before turning back. " And I don't want a bodyguard" She said stiffly, " Never needed one before, don't need a arsonal now "

  
  
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  Mathias Rowan Fine, I will defer to you about Eddie but not on safety. You are a target now, even more than before. As a mate of a warrior in The Order, you will be in direct line with some of the human hate groups, not to mention your family. *He turned her back around and wiped the tears from her cheeks then kissed her forehead.* We will work this out.

  
  
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  Nova Rowan She leaned in and rested her head against his stomach, closing her eyes, she sighed, " Fine..YOU, can come, the team can keep Eddie occupied, but.." She leaned in a bit him hard on the rib cage, " You may be bigger, and you may be stronger, BUT I have smarts, that you couldn't dream of, so as I will take your warning's and I will abide them, don't think it means you get to be all macho cheesemo on me, got that?" She winked at him. " Can't I just have one of those fancy ear taking things your guys have, and we can't just do Marko Pollo every five mins?"

  
  
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  Mathias Rowan *Laughing hard, he couldn't believe how many emotions she coursed through him within minutes.* Marco Polo? *He picked her up and sat her on the countertop then nodded.* Damn good idea about the ear piece. I'll have you one in the next hour. See? I can be agreeable. Plus I will tell the guys no guns for now with Eddie. Would you like to go tonight?

  
  
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  Nova Rowan " I meant ear piece in trade for bodyguard!!! " She gritted her teeth and folded her arms over her chest. " FINE...." poking at the muscles on his stomach with her index finger, drawing a flower over the tight lines. " But one day I am gonna need a me day, and that means ME.. singular, one.. uno,,,got that?" Nova looked up at the male's face, " It's not funny Mat, I told you I would make your life frustrating and miserable..You didn't listen.." she laughed, " Now your stuck!! Hahaha!! " She placed her palms firmly on his chest, and smiled " Yes, I would like to go tonight, and your right..Maybe one of the guys can come to, to help carry some of the heavy stuff.." she sighed. " Maybe you make a little sense..."

  
  
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  Mathias Rowan I knew you would see my way of thinking. *Bending down he gently kissed her lips* How about an "us" day sometime soon? I like you just the way you are and would not change a thing, my life needed you. Give me an hour and I will be free to leave, alright?

  
  
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  Nova Rowan She smiled and kissed him, inhaling his scent that she had come to love. " An US, day would be very nice " she said. Lifting her arms up, Mathias, helped her off the counter. She grabbed her wrap and patted his stomach before making her way to his bathroom. " Ya, that works for me, and remember to tell them, NO GUNS, teach him like math or something.." she winked at him and laughed when he shook his head at her. " See you in a few babe" Nova said, stepping into the bathroom, she stopped and swallowed the last bit of her sandwich. But right before she took her shirt off, she turned and stood in the doorway, " Hey Mattie?.." she said softly. Mathias stopped and stood in the doorway of his quarters. " Ya?" he asked, smiling that smile that made her melt. " My life needed you too.." she said softly, offering up he warmest smile. Nova turned and turned on the shower. Tonight, she would face another fear, but this time, she had her back up, and that once a comfort she never knew how much she actually needed it.