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Anita's head rested on his chest as his fingers ran through her hair. This wasn't supposed to happen. Yet here they were in each others arms. For something that wasn't supposed to happen it felt so right.

"Stop over thinking it, Anita, this was meant to be."

"Was it?"

"Yes, is that so hard to believe?"

"No, it feels right."

"That's because it is right."

She tipped her head to meet his eyes, "I hope so."

He grinned and said, "Only The Executioner, is capable of capturing and keeping Death's heart."

Anita smiled, "You do have a way with words."

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Anita stared at the gift box in confusion; the guys had given her their Valentine gifts already.

Damian came into the kitchen, "Anita, have you- Don't touch that!"

"Why?"

"I can smell fresh blood and a strange cat."

"Is the cat still here?"

"No, it's gone."

She opened the box and shoved it away. Damian looked and saw a note that read 'Thinking of you. Happy Valentines Day.' The note came with a freshly removed heart.

Anita dialed her phone and waited a few seconds before saying, "Edward, Olaf left me a little gift in my kitchen. Let's go hunting."

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Ronnie stared at the twinkling object in Louie's out stretched hand. She knew what he was asking, but was she ready for that? Last time she had said "Till death do us part" everything had fallen apart. Would this time be the same?

Ronnie met his eyes and the love that shone out from them told her everything she needed to know; he was here to stay. He would never leave her anymore than she would leave him. Come hell or high water this was going to last.

She threw her arms around him and said, "A million times, yes!"

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"Why?" Anita asked Bartolome and Valentina as they stood over two lifeless bodies.

"We're prisoners of these child bodies and it's driving us insane," Valentina replied.

"Things we do for pleasure disgust even us in the end," Bartolome said. "We wish for the peace of death and since we've killed, you've no choice but to grant it."

He was right, she had no choice. She took out her stakes and they closed their eyes. Anita paused only a moment before using her superhuman strength to drive the steaks into their hearts.

Just before turning to ash they whispered, "Thank you."

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Claudia handed Caleb a box and said, "I didn't know what to get, hope you like it."

He opened the box and laughed. There was the leather jacket he'd been eyeing and on top of it was a mouse holding an "I love you" heart.

"That's as close as I could get to a rat."

"I love it. Here's your present," he said lifting his shirt. On his left pectoral a leopard curled protectively around a white rat above the words "Claudia and Caleb Forever".

"How-"

"Silver needle and special ink. Happy Valentines Day."

She hugged him, "Happy Valentines Day."

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Zane chuckled when he saw Cherry sitting on the couch crying.

"Why do you do this to yourself; you know how it ends?"

"I know but I love this movie. Well, except the part where he dies."

"Then why not turn it off before it gets to his death."

Cherry rolled her eyes, "Spoken like a true male; avoid all the emotional stuff. For your information the best part is the end when they meet on the boat after she dies."

Zane shook his head, "I'll never understand the attraction woman have for 'Titanic'."

"Of course not, your a man."

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Meng Die bumped into London as she went by.

"Watch it, pretty boy," she said and kept going.

London gave Jason a confused look and said, "What is her problem? She bumped into me."

Jason gave him a knowing smile, "She likes you."

"What?!"

"She ran into you on purpose."

"Why?"

"Classic code for 'I like you'."

"Yeah, right."

"Don't believe me, ask her out, I guarantee she'll say yes."

"I don't think so."

"Come on, give it a chance. It's not a fate worse than death."

"Fine, but if your wrong Jean-Claude or no Jean-Claude I'll kick your ass."

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London couldn't believe that he was on a date with Meng Die. What shocked him the most was that he was having a good time. Once she dropped her mask and let him under her die hard exterior, she wasn't so bad. The cold hearted bitch melted away and left a different woman in her place.

She shot him an almost shy smile and said, "I'm glad you asked me out."

"I almost didn't, Jason gave me the push."

"Such a wise young wolf."

"That he is. Can we do this again sometime?"

"I'm free on Friday."

"So am I."

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Damian waited until Anita's heartbeat slowed before climbing out of bed. Sometimes, it was hard for him to sleep. Some nights were fine, while others were horrible. On good nights he dreamed of favorite memories. Bad nights were all nightmares.

"What's wrong?" Anita asked startling him from his thoughts.

"Dreams haunt me."

"Come, we'll share dreams tonight."

"Mine might be terrible."

"So could mine, but this way we're not alone."

Damian climbed in bed, "Are you sure?"

Anita kissed him and laid her head on his chest. Damian still wasn't sure, but she was right; this way they weren't alone.

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"Oh my God, Nathaniel! This dinner is amazing!"

"Really, do you like it?"

"Like it? It's to die for," Anita said, taking another bite. "How did you make it?"

Nathaniel told her the ingredients and the directions.

Anita's eyes teared up, "That's how momma used to make hers."

"I got the recipe from your dad. Happy Birthday, Anita."

"Thank you, I love it."

"I also got her carrot cake with cream cheese frosting recipe."

"Are you trying to suck up to me for something," she teased.

"I don't need to, but I do love to see you happy and smileing."

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Elinore closed her eyes and laid her head on Requiem's shoulder as he led her around the dance floor. If she were to die right now there would only be one regret; leaving her love behind.

"If something were to ever happen to me , would you love me even after I was gone?"

He said, "My love, it would take more than death to remove you from my heart for you are my heart."

Elinore grinned, "And you are mine. I love you."

He kissed her and said, "And I love you. Let's retire and I'll show you how much."

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"I can't even look at you, Anita. You have become a whore for the monsters," her father sneered.

Anita's heart broke and tears fell. She had hoped that her father would try to understand but he hasn't.

Before she could stop him Nicky had her father pinned to the wall, " You're an asshole. She's your daughter and you just ripped her heart out."

"Nicky-"

"No, Anita, Daddy is going to apologize."

"You have no-"

"Yes I do, it's my job to protect her, even from her father."

"I'm sorry, Anita."

"There's a good Daddy."

"Apology not accepted. Let's go, Nicky."

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"What is it, Anita; even your leopard is weary?" Micah asked.

"We finally caught that werebear targeting children."

"That sounds like good news."

"Not for three dead five year old girls," her voice cracked.

Micah hugged her, "You can't save everyone."

"I failed."

"No, you caught him before he got another child."

"Logically I know that but-"

"But nothing, you did your best, that's the one thing I'm sure of."

"You're right. I'm going to get my cup of coffee"

"Ahhh yes, for Anita coffee cures all."

"Only when Nathaniel makes it; all the others are just a band aid."

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Anita grinned when she saw the box on the table next to a vase containing fifteen roses; twelve white and three red. Only one person sent her roses like that. She opened the box wondering what Jean-Claude had bought for her this time. When she saw the contents she dropped the box. She opened their mind link and found him very amused.

"I wouldn't be caught dead in that!"

"Just wear it, Ma petite, and I'll make it worth your while."

"Fine but I'm not wearing the-"

"Wear it all or no deal."

"Fine, see you at seven."

"Tres bon."
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Jean-Claude knew Anita thought she looked ridiculous, but she was wrong. She wore a red teddy sprinkled with black hearts and black fur trimmed edges. The stockings she wore were black lace dotted with red hearts. Red stilettos completed the outfit. He met her eyes and dropped his mask. As soon as he revealed his desire Anita forgot what she was wearing and moved slowly toward him.

"Are you ready for me to make this worth your while, Ma petite?" He asked in his seductive voice.

Anita shivered; she didn't know his plans but he was never one to disappoint.

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"What's up, Jason?" Nathaniel asked.

"Nothing."

"Really, you haven't touched your lunch?"

"Alright fine. I've noticed the way Anita looks at all of you."

"And?"

"I want that."

"But you said-"

"I changed my mind."

"Jason, she already has a look that's for you alone."

"Yeah, right."

"I do," Anita said from the doorway.

"Snitch," Jason mumbled to Nathaniel.

Anita smiled, "You have your own look and place in my heart like everyone else does. I love you, never doubt it. Who else could get away with what you do."

"No one," he grinned and she gave him 'his look'.

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Richard's heart felt at peace as he stared down at Anita asleep in his bed. She was so lovely and serene illuminated by the moonlight spilling in through his window. Her breath hitched, and her eyes opened and met his.

She smiled and asked, "What're you doing awake? You have class in the morning."

"Watching you sleep soothes me and my wolf."

"Is that so," she said before kissing him and nipping his lip.

He groaned and pulled her to saddle him, "Yes, that is so and now you can sooth me while I watch you come apart for me."