Filed to story: Gavin Landry and Judy Werewolf Story
Yes, and no, he answered.
I miss my company and my friends.
But theres something here that I cant find there.
I watched him as he continued to sway around to the music, humming along with the instruments.
And what would that be? I asked him.
He looked at me thoughtfully as he held out his hand for me to take.
I stared at it, hesitantly, not sure if I should take it or not.
He gave me a wide and boyish grin that made me smile in return, so I took his hand and allowed him to pull me into his embrace.
He wrapped an arm around my waist, keeping my flesh against his body, while he held my other hand delicately in his.
We swayed around to the music, and he twirled me, pulling me back into his arms.
You, he finally answered, dipping me low.
My head fell back as he dipped me but then he pulled me back into him and we continued to sway around.
Our dancing caught the attention of others who were smiling and watching us.
Some even started to dance with their partners as well ! You speak pretty words, Mr.
Landry, I teased as he twirled me around again.
This time he twirled me a bit faster, and I nearly lost my footing.
I had to wrap an arm around his neck to keep myself steady and it only brought my body that much closer to his.
My breath got caught in my throat when we wound up only inches from one another, our breaths intermingling with one another.
I only speak the truth, Miss Montague, he replied, dipping me low again.
When the song ended, we received some claps and I smiled, giving the audience a short wave.
Walter chuckled and guided me away from everyone.
We took a short walk, staring up at the sparkling stars and the bright moon that shined above us.
Such a beautiful night, I said thoughtfully.
It certainly is, he agreed.
He wrapped an around me, pulling me into him.
I gave him an awkward smile ; now that we werent around others and we were no longer dancing, the close proximity felt weird.
Thank you for coming with me tonight.
You have made tonight quite enjoyable, he told me sincerely.
I had a nice night as well, Walter, I told him.
Thank you.
We stopped walking and he turned to face me.
You are very beautiful, he told me, brushing a strand of hair out of my face.
Im sorry if I came off a little strong last night.
My intention wasnt to scare you.
I blushed at the memory ; he tried to kiss me, and I turned my head away from him, shielding the kiss.
It wasnt that I was scared, I told him.
I wasnt ready.
He looked at me thoughtfully for a moment.
Because of Ethan? I was stunned by his words ; I wanted to step away, but he was holding me close to him.
Im sorry, what? I asked, my eyes wide and filled with alarm.
I know about you two, he admitted.
I had Maxwell look into it.
You are mates.
Why would you look into that? I asked in a harsh whisper.
Im sorry if I overstepped.
But I could tell something was wrong, he told me quickly.
I am not trying to upset you or hurt you, Judy.
I just wanted to understand you.
And you couldnt have just asked me? I asked, feeling a bit betrayed.
I did, and you lied to me, he reminded me, making my face heat again.
You dont need to be afraid, Judy.
I am here and I am not going to hurt you.
What he did was awful, but it wasnt your fault.
Walter, Irene cannot know … I know, he said gently.
And she never will.
I swallowed the lump in my throat ; I stared at him, trying to figure out if he was genuine or not.
Once I decided, I gave him a nod.
You are safe with me, Judy.
I promise, he assured me.
I felt that he was being truthful, so I relaxed into him a bit.
He gave me a compassionate smile and leaned his head down, so he was only inches from me.
I know you say you arent ready, but you are being here with me right now says something different, he told me.
He ran his fingers down the side of my face, and I looked up at him.
I want very much to kiss you.