Pure Soul

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6790447/1/Pure_Soul

Dark angels were a mere myth in Edward's vampire world, but now his destiny awaits him. Will he choose a safe love of a human girl or the untouchable, forbidden love of a dark angel? AU

Marie

Isabella the dark angel

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Prologue

Life and death are the only two things certain in this life. No one can escape their fate, but there are forces created to make the journey easier.

I am one of those forces, a dark angel, and a soul guardian, who will protect a pure soul with all that I am.

Do no fear me, for I am only a whisper in the breeze, a bright light when your eyes grow weak.

I will take your hand and lead you to your final resting place.

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BPOV from 1st few chapters of Pure Soul

Loneliness wasn’t an emotion I thought about often. I had my destiny to enforce, ensuring souls were carried to the rightful side.

On the few occasions a ‘pure soul’ would appear, I would stay a little closer, ensuring the destiny of that soul was delivered, but never did I think a ‘pure soul’ would be my undoing.

As a dark angel I had never been human. I could join the living world whenever I saw fit, but as the centuries drifted by the world changed. My kind were all but forgotten in a new world of power and control.

Pure souls were now hard to come by in this new world, but on the few occasions I would cross one I stayed close, determined to protect the soul through their life. It was after all my only destiny. If I could call it that.

Pure souls were always human. I could never mistake them from the warm yellow glow that would bounce off their body from our first meeting. I would become engulfed in them, be able to taste their very essence and see their entire fate before my eyes ready to guide them.

I say ‘pure souls’ used to be always human. My undoing came from a vampire. A vampire who had the purest soul I had ever witnessed.

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I stood taking the chosen soul from the body. I never took in my surrounding. I had only one job to do, carry the soul over and move on.

I was pulled towards the brightest soul I had ever seen. His soul was like the sun. I had to adjust for a moment just taking him in. No, this was impossible, he couldn’t be a vampire.

He held the lifeless body in his arms. I could see the sorrow in his eyes. Sorrow from a vampire? I pulled myself in the world of the living, it had been centuries since I had felt the need to do that, but something about him was calling to me.

“You can’t save her” I called and was startled by his gaze. What was happening to me? For the first time I felt weak as he took me in.

“I don’t understand . . . I . . ." I didn’t give the vampire chance to finish as I quickly disappeared from his view into the shadows of the ghost realm.

I watched as I learned the vampires name ‘Edward’ and his destiny. The girl he was attending to would one day become his mate, but they certainly had a story to unroll before that would happen. Marie herself had a pure soul, not as bright as Edward’s, but it wasn’t uncommon for pure souls to find each other.

I stood close by as Marie was sent off in an ambulance. I followed Edward home. My calling was him. I had no choice but to stay near until his destiny was complete.

It didn’t take long watching Edward to realise why he was so pure. I had seen his father figure Carlisle centuries ago. His soul was even brighter now than two hundred years ago. The whole Cullen family had souls. Not pure souls like Edward, but amazingly all six still had traces of their human souls. This was all so new to me.

Never in my existence had I been so entranced watching Edward and Marie converse with each other. I had seen much of love over the centuries, but I deeply wanted these two to find each other. Both were so lost not realising all they needed was each other.

It didn’t escape my notice that Edward seemed a little bewitched by our first meeting, but I knew once he fell in love with Marie he would forget me once our soul bond had broken. I was not his destiny. I was merely a force, a disciple of life and death itself.

Edward thought Marie was too good for him. How could he not see the pureness inside him? I don’t know why I  choose to show myself to him once more. For centuries I had hidden in the darkness, but with Edward I just could not stay away. I feared I would only made matters worse as I watched my pure soul.

The conflict in his body was distressing. I wanted to try and relax him after checking on Marie I found him in his room.

Did he know I was there, for as soon as I looked at him, he whispered my name and something inside me surrendered.

Edward was beautiful. It would have been difficult to find a more perfect face in all the centuries I had been witness to. I couldn’t help myself, his eyes were closed, he would never know. I ran my hands over his body, pushing the force to send him into to slumber. I wanted to take my time to look upon him.

I stood gazing at him. I had never known the warmth of a male. I was a dark angel, I had no need for it. I was neither living nor dead, but looking at Edward, I did wonder just what it might feel like to be in his embrace. The way my name had come off his lips made me think he felt the same about me.

I pulled myself in the living world, just wanting to sit beside him. I didn’t realise my hand was against his until I felt electricity fill my body. This wasn’t meant to happen.

Edward was still in slumber as I traced his face with my fingertips. Were these emotions? I really wasn’t sure. Was I connected to him this way because his soul was so pure?

I didn’t really care what this meant, the feeling I was experiencing was like nothing I had ever felt.

Subconsciously my hand ran over his chest. Was I yearning, this was bad I needed to stop. I had my duties and developing feelings for Edward was not one of them. 

I pulled myself back into the ghost world, pulling Edward from his slumber at the same time and left moving as far away from him as possible.

I had to focus. My main duties were to protect Edward and Marie. It must have been his soul, it was trapping me because of my connection to him.

I wrestled with my mind for days until I came to one conclusion, all I needed to do was make sure Edward fell in love with Marie. I could then move on to soul collecting knowing two pure souls had found their destiny. 

My pure soul however had other plans.

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I was in deeper than I ever could have dreamed. I wanted the impossible, the forbidden. What good would ever become of a vampire who may be falling for a dark angel?

Was Bella even capable of love, when she was a messenger of death? 

And what of Marie? Bella had told me Marie was my destiny, if Bella hadn't of walked into my world it might have been, but I only wanted the untouchable. I was lost!

But if by some miracle Bella did love me, she would have to sacrifice everything? Could I ask that of her . . . . . . . 

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Chapter 15 (2^nd Version not used)

Marie was still fuming with me. How long would her heart stay broken? I had no idea. It was clear Jacob would win her heart eventually, but Marie was hurting now, and that was my fault.

“Stop worrying about Marie,” Bella whispered in my ear at lunch.

“You should hear her mind.” I winced. “She hates me.”

“Jacob is taking her to the prom. Everything is looking good.” Bella smiled as we both watched the rest of my family arrive.

‘We need to leave before the end of lunch, Edward. The sun is going to make a rare appearance in Forks soon.’ Alice smiled towards me as I nodded.

“We need to leave,” I whispered in Bella’s ear.

“Because of the sun?”

“How do you do that?” I chuckled at my love.

“Super powers remember.” Bella beamed getting up to follow the rest of my family.

‘You can’t even look at me anymore, Edward. All I ever wanted was for you to love me.’ I kept my head down as Marie emptied her heart out in her mind. I had no words that could make her feel any better. Bella was all I would ever want, I could never change that.

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“No peaking Edward,” Bella laughed as she walked into my room having been dressed by Alice ready for prom.

“Just tell me when I can open my eyes,” I complained. “You would look beautiful in a bin bag, Bella.”

“I’m not wearing a bin bag.” Bella laughed. “You can open them now.”

I opened my eyes to a vision in deep blood red. Never had she looked more like an angel as she stood with bated breath for me to say something.

“Bella, you look stunning.” I beamed pulling her into my arms. I groaned realising her dress was backless. “How am I going to control my desire when your dress is backless?”

“Blame Alice,” Bella smiled resting her head on my chest. “I love your suit.” I shuddered as Bella traced my black suit with her fingertips.

“You’re the vision tonight,” I whispered kissing her lips softly. “I’m not sure how I will hide my feelings with you looking like this.” 

“I love you, Edward. I never knew it could feel like this.” Bella pressed her lips against mine urgently before I knew it I was slamming Bella against my bedroom wall with a loud growl.

“No, you don’t,” Alice screeched. “I have just spent hours on that dress. If you ruin it Edward, I will never forgive you.” Damn my annoying sister. Bella sniggered against my lips, but still I refused to let my angel go. ‘Put her down, Edward. You will have time for THAT later.’

“Alice, you are infuriating.” I glared letting Bella go.

“She does have a point.”

“Don’t encourage her, Bella.” I laughed. “You don’t know how annoying she can be.”

“We need to get going,” Jasper called from my bedroom door. ‘Edward, control yourself, you are making me aroused with your desire for Bella. Do you need some help?’ I nodded, happy to feel the strain in my trousers go down slightly. How would I control myself at prom Bella was the definition of beauty tonight. All the boys at Forks High School would want her. It was my own personal hell.

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‘Fuck me. I can’t keep my eyes off her. My dick is so hard. Whoever takes Bella home tonight is one lucky fucker.’

‘I think I am in love with the lady in red.’

‘As soon as Cullen is out of the picture, I am going to make my move. Bella will be mine. She looks so HOT!’

It was just as I thought. I tried my best to block the thoughts of these teenage boys, but some minds were so loud. Why had Alice put Bella in that red dress?

“Edward,” Bella touched my arm. “What is wrong?”

“Every boy in this room wants you, Bella. It’s driving me a little crazy.” I muttered in her ear.

“But you are the only one who has me. Who cares what they think.”

“They don’t know that. They think you are single and ready to be plucked.”

“But you know different. There is only one man I am leaving with tonight and I am looking at him.” I turned to smirk at my love, knowing her words were true. Bella was mine.

“I wouldn’t have it any other way.” I smiled, wishing I could press my lips against hers.

“Marie should be here soon.” Alice bounced over. Rose and Emmet were already twirling around on the dance floor, showing off. Alice and Jasper soon joined them.

“Shall we?” I beamed, holding my hand out towards my goddess. Bella smile was wide as she took my hand.

I could hardly control my panting as I pulled Bella against me. My hand ran over her bare back. Alice really had some explaining to do.

“Just breathe,” Bella whispered. “I know it difficult.”

“I want you so much. It’s all I can think about. I’m driving Jasper crazy.”

“I did wonder,” Bella sniggered. “I feel the same way, Edward. I’m not sure I can wait much longer.” Why was I so excited at that thought?

“Then don’t. I’m yours, Bella. I’m not afraid. I want every single part of you.”

“Hold that though, Edward,” Bella’s eyes looked behind me. I was so wrapped up in my love, I hadn’t even noticed Marie and Jacob arrive.

‘The leech looks cosy with angel Bella. I want a word with you blood sucker. You have hurt my girl!’ Great, the pup wanted to threaten me. I was so scared.

‘Edward, what the fuck? You’re holding Bella like  . . .like you want to jump her bones. Are you doing this on purpose? Do you want me to hate you after everything we have been through?’ Marie had moisture in her eyes. I knew I had to talk to her. Obviously not the truth yet, but I needed to ease her pain. I released Bella, giving her an apologetic look, but my love understood.

‘Don’t you dare, I am not going to talk to you.’ Marie screamed at me in her head. I still carried on walking towards her. ‘Have you come to stamp on my heart some more?’

“Marie, will you come outside with me for a moment.” I asked standing in front of her.

 ‘Back off leech. I will rip your head off. I don’t care if you are a good vampire, if you hurt her. I’ll kill you.’

“Jacob, after I have spoken to Marie, I would like the chance to talk to you alone.”

‘Are you going to let me rip your head off for hurting Marie?’

“I’m not going to start a war with you, Jacob. I just want to talk to you about some issues you have.” That shut the pup up as he nodded looking towards Marie in her deep blue dress. “Please Marie, just give me ten minutes.” I pleaded.

“You have five,” Marie spat starting to walk out the door. As I followed Jacob gave me another warning. I couldn’t wait to set him straight about where my feelings really lay.

“What do you want Edward?” Marie asked with sad eyes. ‘I can’t look at you. Not when I know I can’t have you. Do you have any idea what you have done to me?’

“I’m sorry, but I couldn’t keep leading you on. You are too good for me, Marie.”

“I’m not we are so right for each other. You saved me Edward in every way. I would have never been able to deal with losing my mother if you hadn’t helped me. Don’t be afraid.” Marie stepped towards me. I held her back. “Just kiss me, Edward. You will see we belong together.” Marie was pouting, why was nothing ever easy?

“Marie, I can’t kiss you it’s too dangerous. Your blood may appeal to me. What if I can’t control my thirst?”

“Is that what this is about? You’re scared you will hurt me?” ‘You won’t. I never feel as safe as when I am with you. Kiss me, just kiss me. Please it’s all I want. Just one kiss.’

“I can’t Marie.” I stepped back. “I am not capable of love anymore.”

“What are you talking about?”

“Just listen to what I am telling you. There is someone else out there who is meant for you. You need to open your eyes, Marie.”

‘All I see is you, Edward.’

“It won’t always be that way, Marie.” I smiled, looking away.

“Is it me, have a done something wrong. I know I ramble and fuck knows what you must think of my mind. How am I meant to ever get over my feelings for you Edward? I love you. Do you understand that?” ‘Oh hell, I said it out loud. FUCK.’

“Stop torturing yourself.” I replied softly touching Marie’s arm. I wasn’t prepared for what happen next as Marie quickly crashed her lips against mine.

Before I knew it everything including Marie was frozen in time. I pulled away, turning to see Bella watching me.

“That wasn’t me, I was  . . .” I had no idea what to say. Was I about to witness the wreath of a dark angel?

“I know that silly. I was making sure you could control yourself. She is human after all.” Bella laughed, walking up to Marie, who was frozen in full pout.

“What do I say to her, Bella? When you unfreeze the world I have no choice but to pull away.”

“We have made such a mess of everything. If I hadn’t told you I loved you this kiss with Marie would have made you fall in love with her.”

I looked at Bella with wide eyes. “What do you mean?”

“This was your destiny kiss, Edward, but I stole it from Marie, claiming it for myself. I’m the monster.”

“No you’re not. It was always only you.”

“You are wrong. I lied about our bond breaking and your destiny. You could still have Marie if you decide to kiss her back. I’m giving you the option, Edward. You can have a normal vampire mate in Marie or face the unknown with me. I love you too much to not give you the choice.”

I couldn’t take in what Bella was telling me. My soul bond with Bella wasn’t broken. Was this how my destiny with Marie was meant to go? I was so confused.

“But you were collecting souls.” I whispered, crumpling on the floor.

“I was just in the shadows trying to work out what I should do. I love you Edward, but I’m afraid what will happen if you pick me.”

“But Alice’s visions - she saw Marie with Jacob.”

“I planted them. You have no idea the extent of my powers.” Bella replied sadly as she crouched next to me.

“So these feelings I have for you could just be the soul bond.” Bella nodded. “I don’t believe you.”

“Please Edward, just think about this. After this moment there really will be no going back.”

I looked towards Marie still pouting. Did I really need to think about it? I knew I loved Bella whether she had lied or not, I loved her. There was no contest, all that scared me was the fear in her eyes.

“You know what might happen to us don’t you.” I whispered all Bella could do was nod. “Tell me, Bella.”

“I can’t,” Bella whimpered. “You need to make your choice, Edward.”

“Will any harm come to you if I chose you?” That was all that mattered. I just wanted my angel safe.

“I don’t know, all I know is that death will do everything in his power to pull us apart.”

“But I’m a pure soul it’s not like the originals.”

“Alistair said that wouldn’t matter. Dark angels are not allowed to love. Nothing infuriates death more.”

“Alistair?” Bella had found one of the originals. How many more secrets was she keeping from me.

“I’m sorry, Edward. I needed you to see what I really was before you made this choice. I am not as perfect as you think. I stole you from Marie because I fell in love with you, but if Marie is what you want now you know the truth, I understand.” Bella stood up looking down at me with pain filled eyes. She was still the most beautiful creature in my world – there was no contest. I loved her, I always would.

“If I don’t kiss Marie now what will happen?” I questioned standing up.

“That is the one question I have no answer to. I have never had a pure soul whose destiny never played out before. Death may come for us straight away or it may take him a while to notice.” 

“But death will come?” All Bella did was nod.

I put my hand threw my hair as the stress of our situation began to sink in. I could lose Bella either way tonight.

“Bella, I have no idea what to do. All I know is that I love you.” I whimpered pulling her into my arms.

Bella breathed in relief. “Even after what I have done you still love me.”    

“You are all I want, Bella. Destiny or not, I want you.” I crashed my lips against Bella’s urgently. Bella responded gripping me tightly. My hands ran down her bare back and I was lost in all that was my Bella. If I was destroyed tonight I knew I had made the right choice, nothing would ever compare to my angel – nothing.

“Are you sure about this, Edward?” Bella whispered as our lips parted.

“I love you, Bella. If tonight is all we have left, I don’t regret a single moment I spent loving you.”

“I have no idea what will happen to us after tonight. Alistair told me Death is ruthless and takes pity on no one.”

“As long as Death does not destroy you, I can get through anything.” I muttered, running my hands through her long silk hair. “We will do this together.”

“I’m scared, Edward. I don’t want to lose you.”

“Bella, I love you. Death cannot take that away from us. Whatever will happen we will do it together. I cannot exist without you if death destroys you, he’ll have to take me too.”

“Don’t say that,” Bella sobbed touching my face. “I cannot think of this world without you in it.”

“I have made my choice Bella,” I smiled placing both my hands on her beautiful face. “I chose you.” I whispered kissing her soft lips.

“You are such a fool,” Bella beamed against my lips.

“A fool deeply in love,” I muttered deepening our kiss.