XYLA A loud squeal left my lips as the skates rolled frward without my permission, and consequently, my body leaned back, ready to hit the ground with full force. Allister's hands went under my shoulders, catching me before I'd fall. I looked up at him to find him staring down at me, an amused grin on his face that revealed those fangs of his. He quickly pulled me up, my back leaning against him, as he wrapped one arm around my waist and offered his free hand to me. I placed mine on top of his, and he intertwined our fingers, before taking the other as well. He bent down and rested his chin on my shoulder. "I told you, Love, let's start at the beginning." My heart fluttered. "How?" I asked softly. "One step at a time. You walk before you run. Try to balance yourself, and until you ca