A New Garden - An Charpter Unwritten

[Aura]

"The Secret Garden is always open now. Open, awake and alive.
If you look the right way, you can see the whole world is a garden." - Mary Lennox


[[OOC: Braeden has permission to write in Aura's journal]]

[Aura]

Dear Diary.

It’s been months since I’ve last shared my thoughts with you let alone anyone on what is now my life. I just returned after a 2 week rest and I’m less than impressed on what the city has to offer me anymore. Humans, blood thieves, other immortal beings all striving for power. I see the seven sins coming out in everyone now, greed, lust, sloth, gluttony, wrath, pride, and envy. I’m not saying they were not there before but now they are becoming more prevalent, more apparent to my eyes as I sit back and watch what the city has turned into in my short absences.

I am glad my heaven is away from this place, lost in the darkness of time. I tend to go there often and hide, to paint or relax. I come to the city to hunt, to feed and explore further areas and hidden passages; that’s my only reason for staying... That and there is someone in my life now. It’s strange, I go from loving someone who couldn’t or wouldn’t love me. To someone who wasn’t allowed to love me. To someone who chose to play me, to someone who wants to love, does and will always love me. It’s a strange and very unusual feeling. You would think with me being an allurist that I feel that type of **** all the time but you’re wrong. Putting your blind faith in someone and having that trust betrayed so many times you learn to guard and built walls to protect what is important to you – Then when those walls are up people complain that you’ve changed, and it’s the worst change that could have taken place.
You can’t win in certain situations and love was a situation that I thought I’d never win. Who would of thought that after such heartache, drama and stress someone would appear and just like magic steal it all away. I can now write out I’m happy, happy and alive once again. Those walls I’ve built have been torn down, I am an open book for those who want to read me. I’m awake, here, watching the world and the days pass me by and lastly I am alive... Well to a degree.

I’ve found peace in gardening, painting and baking. My store is doing well and I’ve enjoyed testing out new recipes. My garden is great, I love it there and it’s my heaven.

I will tell you more about the man who put the ring on my finger soon, but right now I wish to head out and buy some more flowers for my garden. But, do not fret, you are coming with me everywhere now, so I can write regardless where I am.

- A

[Aura]

Dear Diary.

A returned favour is seriously in order. Braeden had been so kind to me to help me with my weapon I want to pay him back. He was talking about getting a home and well... I wanted to help with that so I saved up and returned the favour. I hope that there is enough there or him to decorate his home – I really want to support him in this. I mean he has access to all of my homes and all but something that is actually his... would be special to him so I wish him all the best. I will support him in getting a home, he is a man that deserves it, a man cave, a guys den, something, whatever he wants to create... We shall see!!

Details for the wedding as still pretty much at Zero I just know I want some things to be pink. I have the pink ring and it’s gorgeous. Zandra knows, he asked Zandra for permission to marry me. Snickers knows now too, as does Micah, Elizabeth and... I think that’s all so far. There isn’t much going on in regards to that.

More on Zandra in some time... I have to built up the courage to write her justice in here... She is just too amazing for words. My sister, my wonderful sister.

I’m tired though, and Braeden is already sleeping soundly next to me in bed. He’s so cute when he sleeps and his dirty blood hair sprawled out over the pillow... Squee :3 My wish to you booklet is that you rest well until we meet again but right now I need to step up and do my wifely duties and cuddle up with my soon to be husband for the night.


-A

[Braeden Calhoun]

Peering up from the darkness of the room, he gazed around as a soft yawn parted from the man's lips. It was still early morning, yet he wakes up from time to time to let reality settle in. Glancing over to his future wife, he smiled before leaning over and pressing his lips to her cheek before rolling himself quietly out of bed. He walked over to where she places her journal every evening before pulling the pen out and writing his own little note in there.

"Dear Aura,

I see that you refuse to listen to me when I told you not to pay me back. I shall return the favor in due time. ;).. Though this is not my journal.. I thought I'd leave you a few things here to possibly bring a smile to your lips in the early evenings when you awake.


Dear Aura's Diary,

I haven't really ever done this, but it shouldn't be too difficult. I typically don't express myself fully, but the only thing that has been on my mind recently to express is that one person that brings joy to your day. Well mine is Aura and she ceases to make me feel at loss. There has been much in my life that I have had to let go of.. Much that I ended up losing due to my lack of strength. Lack of courage. Well I have gotten to the point where I refuse to give up with what I have currently. My family and Aura is what I have and I shall do what I can to make amends for my past discretions. I was born into this new life with the intent to protect those that I value. No longer shall I pause before situations that need attending to. I will do what I can to be there for her.. Be there for my Mother.. I love them both far too much to allow them to ever slip through my grasp.

Aura, my love.. You mean a great deal to me and I do hope that things grow. Love is vast and the boundries are endless.. I will be that man to search for those boundries only to have them torn down. You are my flower and I shall always tend to you as the delicate beauty you are. All I can say is thank you.

Your love,

Braeden Calhoun.

P.S. Totally jacked your book..

[Aura]

Dear Braeden,

You are a crazy man you know that. You helped me now I’m going to help you no matter the cost. Silly man, can give money but not receive it back without freaking. Dork face, I adore you.

Dear Diary,

I see that Braeden has stolen you from me while I was sleeping the evil man, what have I gotten myself into with marrying this man hmm. Maybe I need to pack his things and kick his butt to the curb, what do you say?? Should we just go kick his, rather nice *** away... Naw, that would be mean and we’re not mean are we booklet, nooooo. I see he’s found his soft spot with you, writing you all up and opening up which is good.

I’m glad he won’t give up. I’d be a very sad fiancé if I woke up one day to find my future husband has given up on himself and his life. I would totally off myself and go to the realm just to drag his *** back and nag on him. Stupid idiot – But, what am I saying, he said he’d never do that and I believe him. I’m glad I’m good enough for him to want to stay and live, I know I haven’t met his sire but I’ve met his sister Lizzie and she’s a sweetheart. I am rather excited to break the news to her... I hope she’s okay with me being her potential sister in law, I mean I like her enough to call her mine but we shall see. Braeden wants me to wait before meeting his sire, I don’t know why she’s never met me before so I don’t think I have anything to worry about, do I?

As for right now, I’m excited to ask Zandra to help me pick out my wedding dress; I love her sharp eye and I know she knows what looks best on me so that’s another exciting aspect of things. I have so much to plan still and really nowhere to start. So, here is my thinking process on this, just don’t do it till last minute and everything will flow naturally. Yup, sounds legit!

Braeden my future husband, I can clearly see you jacked my book, I hope you treat it well.

-A

[Braeden Calhoun]

Dear Aura,

You are a crazy woman as well.. Supposedly we are a great match for each other due to our craziness. No matter.. I would much rather you have money if you are going to spend it. You ought to know by now that I am just going to end up spending my money on you anyhow. You are my love.. My flower.. Of course I am going to treat you with all that I can. ;) I am glad that you adore me, because I love you enough to show you this side of me.

Dear Aura's Diary,

Of course I would return to you again. I am not a man that finds much joy in having a one night stand. I was watching her writing earlier and couldn't help but notice that she was thinking of kicking me to the curb. I don't believe that I would let something like that happen. I adore her too greatly to allow such things to happen. I would more than likely cling to her and never let go. Perhaps drag her to the curb with me. I had a few choice words with her about it earlier, and I confirmed her liking to my ***. So I don't think it is too much of a problem.

There are a few people that know about Aura, and I, but they are mostly Aura's friends and family. I know I have been someone lacking in presenting our news to my side of the family, but I just feel somewhat skeptical about what may happen. With what has happened in the past there may be a fuss, though I may be over thinking it a tad bit too much. Regardless of what will happen though, I have no intentions of letting such a wonderful woman slip through my grasp. She is too dear to me to let that happen. I will just have to see what happens and work with what is presented to me at the time. I do intend on bringing them together soon.

I am kind of agreeing with Aura with the wedding plans. I may have been a bit decent when it came to strategical planning, but I have never really stopped to plan a wedding. I don't really know what should it should be like. I just believe that if we just let it play out like fate decides, it will be much more special. So long as the woman I love dearly is by my side, my evening will be perfect. Hmm.. Not really sure on my outfit though.. She does like pink quite a bit. She may be plotting to stick me in a pink tux or casual outfit for the wedding.. I'm not really certain, but I suppose it isn't that big of a deal. I mean one of the modern youth's sayings is "Only real men wear pink" right? I think I will be happy so long as she is by my side with her gorgeous smile perched over her lips.

To my love.. Of course I will treat it well. This journal is a part of you. You pour your heart and soul into this and I will treat it with the same love that I treat you with. Just know that you will be getting presents in the near future, so keep an eye out.

Your Love,

Braeden Calhoun.

P.S. Did I mention that you are such an amazing woman. And I love you with all my being. You allowing me to enter your life after what had happened meant a great deal to me. I wish to repay you the kind feeling that you bring me every day you open your eyes and turn to me with your beautiful smile.

Baby I love you so much.

[Braeden Calhoun]

Dear Aura's Diary,

The past few days have been a tad bit stale.. Almost as if I was lost in the midst of pure darkness while my beloved was away. I don't think I can manage being alone ever again to be quite honest. After spending so many years distant from any type of social environment, I have found myself to have grown quite fond of certain people's company. My wife to be has definitely become one of those people that I have grown to cherish the most. Fortunately her return was swift and most welcoming. The excitement was overwhelming and burned in my chest when she returned to my arms. I would do anything to keep her with me at all times in the future. I am not my complete self when she is not in my arms. I just hope that she realizes how dearly I cherish her.

There was also a recent event that frightened me to a certain degree. I was afraid that my beloved would end up having to pay a life for a life considering she recently took part in someone's death.. Luckily the loyal bond that I had between the people that were seeking vengeance and myself were enough. The thought of her ever leaving my side makes my entire being cringe with complete and utter torment. I would have to say that I might have to follow this beauty into the light to keep her at my side, even if she was to pass onto the shadow realm. Regardless, she is safe and is hopefully happy being back in my arms. I wish nothing more than to put her beautiful smile on her lips every time I possibly can. It always makes my evening that much sweeter.

I am certain she is going to end up skimming over all of this in the future.. I hope she does read it. This seems like a comforting place to cut loose and let my true feelings be revealed whereas my lips cannot pass on these feelings. She means everything to me and I wish to give her everything that she desires. If it is to be only my love for her, than I shall go that distance and far beyond to achieve her happiness.

Aura, my delicate beauty.. I love you with all my being and will always be here for you no matter the circumstances. I will be there to protect you from anything harmful that may pose risk, there for you to be held in the time of dire need, and even when you come home from your shop to rub your tummy due to your tummy aching from all the sweets you had eaten that day. If my heart was still beating beneath my breast, it would have fluttered at the mere sight of you. I still feel the remnants of the warm, flushing feelings in my cheeks every time I get to hold you, my love. It is something I, myself, cannot let go. I will never let you go...

Your Love,

Braeden Calhoun.

P.S. I don't have a P.S. this time.. I think I covered everything up there. :)

[Aura]

Dear Braeden.

I miss you so much, the next few days around giving to be a living hell without you awake... I will keep you safe, I will watch over you always.

-Aura.

[Aura]

Dear Diary,

We are on the plane right now leaving Harper Rock for our first vacation as an engaged couple. Braeden is sleeping soundly with his head on my shoulder and I thought now would be great to share a few thoughts.

A few unstable days have gone by since we last saw each other and things have changed in the way of my views on some family and friends. First off I asked my sister Zandra to be my maid of honor, I was hers as she will be mine - She accepted, and I'm so thankful she did, she's my sister, my right hand and at times my logic in life. I love her and as I stood beside her she will stand beside me.

I read some strange posting about a job. Seemed sketchy as hell and I have no doubt the special merchandise was blood from our kind. Triple your money but first give me 10 grand. As ******* if, please. I work hard for my money, I earn my money no way I'd be giving it away to some punk who's only line is a promise without proof. He hasn't taken me up on my offer to come to my shop, I'm rather disappointed by that, wish I could of showed him how a business is really suppose to be run, and what a real job looks like, an honest job looks like... Punk. A few other people had a go at him which was rather amusing to watch, it seems we are all not what he is looking for in employees... Shame, yet amusing having most of the people there also own a business if not multiple homes.

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Before I left with Braeden I stopped by a saw his sister Lizzie. I know he wanted to tell them on his own time but that would never take place. That boy is so forgetful at times it drives me bonkers. I don't know if it was because of the situation that happened awhile ago or what but I went ahead anyways and went to speak with her. Things went fine, she put on tea I sat down and then like a lava cake, everything just came out at once. I told her I loved her brother, which I do - A LOT. I told her that when he came back and found me is when we started dating... I'm so thankful he did and I spilt the beans about him asking me to marry him, and my saying yes. She looked surprised, she said she was surprised and I can understand that but I hope she knows she has nothing to fear from me. I love him, I do. I'd never hurt him, I could never dream of doing such a thing. I asked her to be in the wedding party if and when that takes place. I also presented her with a gift and she accepted. I don't think I can express how utterly relieved I was to hear such words... We talked awhile, shared views and opions regarding the blood thieves we've been hearing a lot about... Some people are stupid, completely stupid when it comes to helping those things... Greedy creatures...

But, on a happier note we are nearing our cottage in England, I had a mini melt down last night in his arms and he basically said pack your things we are leaving the city. I was bouncing off the walls, getting away from everything here sounded exciting and still does... I can't wait to land, I'm begininng to get fidgety but I'm scared to move in case I wake Braeden... He's so cute when he sleeps...

On the other hand, maybe I should close my eyes before we land... Eh, you know what that sounds like a great idea.

-Aura.

[Braeden Calhoun]

Dear Aura's Diary,

Never in my life would i have thought that the more I have progressed into life, the more I would learn to love someone more in depth. Every detail of our relationship is starting to seemingly settle in. She is the only person I trust to carry my heart 100% of the time without anything shattering it. I love this woman and mean to keep it that way.

Sorry Diary.. I kinda had gotten side tracked by the thoughts that were freshly running through my mind as I sit here and gaze over my beautiful fiance. She is laying curled up against me, motionless as we close in on our destination.. Should only be a hour or so more of flight time, but I know for a fact that she is ready to have her feet planted on the ground in the Cottage that we had picked out for our duration of the stay. I can't tell you how much this little trip means to me.. I want to take it so that we may have some time to ourselves.. No one else around to step into our time together. I would hope that some alone time would do our relationship some good and perhaps progress it into a more comfortable one for the both of us. I want to let her know that she is the only woman in my life that I am willing to bend over backwards to give her the things she desires, say the things to make her silent heart flutter once again. I desire to make her finally feel as if she is the center of another person's life.. That person being me.

I -will- take care of her. There is no doubts in my mind.


Dear Aura,

I just want you to know that I enjoy every second spent with you. These hard times that we have change absolutely nothing that we have with each other. You may or may not read this, but at least the Diary will know of my fullest affection and love I have for you. I can only hope my actions and words together share the full expression of my feelings that I have towards you. Once we get to the Cottage, we are going to spend an entire evening of me pampering you just before we go out and do some mischievous activities so that way we can cut loose and relax a bit. Perhaps find a nice swimming spot to let the heat of the night be cooled by a late night swim. Then we can do anything you wish to do after that.. Because the only thing I have on my mind after those activities is more pampering.

Hmmm.. I should probably keep an eye out for something I could get you or make you while we are out of town. You will just have to wait and see what it is I am to get you I suppose. Well the plane will be landing soon, and I wish to greet you when your eyes decide to open with a hearty smile of my own and a small kiss. I love you Aura, and I will always be by your side my love.