when you live as long as i have you begin to give up on the idea of love. i hadn't found it as a human, and i spent most of my time as a vampire in a coffin. i think that's why she caught me by surprise. 

she leant against his chest, his muscular arms wrapped tightly around her body. his chin rested on top of her head, and she almost felt at peace as they watched the sun begin to rise.

she was so obviously damaged that it entranced me. i wanted to help her. but not everybody can be helped. i know that now.

"i should have held you longer."

"i'm sorry," she whispered quietly, her eyes beginning to feel heavy.

"it's not your fault," he assured, pressing his lips to her head.