Finding Her Demon Mate

Chapter Two...... Acceptance, Pain, and Finding a Friend

*Libby POV*

*3yrs later*

These last three years have been nothing but a living nightmare. Nelson won't leave me alone and he is so cruel. He has punished me in ways I never knew was possible. I have learned through trial and error that what he told me when I was ten was no lie. His rules are straightforward. I still haven't seen my father around. Mr. McMillan did let me at least talk to him on the phone for a few minutes for my birthday. I miss my life and I miss my besties. I hope they know that I never meant to leave them. I only have one picture of them left, because Master Nelson destroyed the rest. He was livid that I had a picture of a guy close to me. I was locked in his special punishment room for two days in the dark. The things that happened in there... I never will let happen again. He was a monster. I swore to hide everything from my previous life after that. Mr. McMillan doesn't know the monster his son is. I want to tell him so badly, but I know if I even think of opening my mouth the consequences will be dire. Master Nelson would not be very happy.

"LIBBY!" screams Master Nelson loudly. I gulp softly and rush to him. He is in his bedroom. I knock on the door and open it slowly. "Yes, Master Nelson," I say calmly. My nerves are all over. I feel like I maybe forgot something. Then it hits me when I see him in his towel and looking at the bed where his clothes are supposed to be. Oh No! I forgot to get his clothes ready. I drop to my knees and wait for his response. I am trembling uncontrollably. I hear him stomp over towards me angrily. He grabs my hair harshly and forces me to look at him. I whimper softly. My head feels like it is on fire. His eyes are stormy. "Where are my clothes? What is so important that you forget to prepare your future husband his clothes? Am I not important anymore?" he growls harshly in my ear. "I have no excuse, Master Nelson. I was irresponsible. (hiccup) Punish me as you see (hiccup) fit. There is nothing more important than you." I say what I know will somewhat calm him down. I drop my eyes down and await his response.

"Oh, my dear Libby. I am counting the days my love. I will let it slide this time, but the next time it happens, I won't be as lenient." he says as he runs his nose up my neck. He releases me and I rush to grab his clothes quickly. I place them on his bed and stand to the side awaiting my commands. "You may leave. Prepare my breakfast," he says waving his hand. I rush out and close the door. I head to the kitchen and spot Marie. She just shakes her head sadly. "Libby, what have I taught you? You shouldn't be daydreaming when Master Nelson needs you." she reprimands me. I smile sadly. "I know Marie, I didn't mean to. He wants his breakfast, I have to hurry." I say rushed and start preparing a ham, cheese, and veggie omelet. He likes when I make them for him. Once I finish plating his omelet and pouring orange juice into a cup, I hear his footsteps. I have his napkin and utensils.

I walk with the tray in my hand towards the dining room. He sits down in his chair and I place the tray down and make sure to put his plate perfectly in front of him and his juice. I place his napkin on his lap and his utensils by his plate. I grab the tray and stand next to him quietly while I wait for him to eat. "This looks very delicious Libby. Thank you!" he says softly. "You're welcome, Master Nelson," I whisper softly. I stand there with my head bowed and wait patiently. I hear footsteps and notice from the corner of my eyes that Mr. McMillan has entered. "Nelson, my son. Good Morning. I have a few things I wish to discuss with you. Libby? Dear why are you just standing there, don't you have things to do? Off you go now." he says sternly. My whole body tenses. I feel sweat forming. I am not allowed to disobey Master Nelson, but I am not supposed to disobey his father either. I don't know what to do. "Libby! I am speaking to you. Look at me!" he says angrily. I look at him and from the corner of my eyes, I see that Master Nelson is gritting his teeth and his fists are clenched tightly. Oh No! "Yes Sir," I say calmly. I start to walk away when Master Nelson's hand grabs my arm harshly. I wince with pain.

Oh, God! I am on a roll today. What is wrong with me? His father notices and growls angrily. Master Nelson releases my arm and stands up and leans forward and whispers in my ear. "You are in big trouble. You know that right? We will deal with your disobedience later, now go." he whispered angrily. I gulp loudly and I walk out quickly. My whole body is shaking and tears start pouring from my eyes. I hear him and his father arguing. I am so occupied with my thoughts that I didn't even notice the wall until I crashed into it. When I look up though, I notice it isn't a wall, but my Dad. Without thinking I leap up and crash into his arms and cry. He embraces me tightly and hugs me tight. "Daddy. Oh, Daddy! I missed you so much." I say sobbing. "My baby girl. I missed you too. Please don't cry." he says trying to comfort me. He is rubbing his hands up and down my back in a soothing manner. I just stay there in his embrace, not knowing how much I needed it. *cough* *cough* I tense and look behind me. I sigh with relief, it was just Marie.

"Libby. I know you haven't seen your father in a long time, but you know if Master Nelson sees you like this, you will be in more trouble than you already are. I heard him getting ready to leave the dining room with his father, I suggest you go now." she says warmly. I nod my head sadly. I hug my dad tightly and kiss his cheek. "I love you, Daddy." He smiles sadly, but grits his teeth from what Marie said. "I love you too baby girl. More than you know." and just like that, he walks away. I rush to my hiding spot and just stay there. I feel exhausted and my eyes feel heavy, before I know it I close my eyes and darkness takes me away.

I am standing in a meadow full of flowers. It is so beautiful. I feel calm and happy here. I notice a boy looking at me, but he is hiding. He seems different but he is very cute. I giggle, but I feel a connection or something with him. I am not really sure what it is, but I walk closer to him. His eyes are wide with shock. "Don't come any closer, I don't want to scare you. Who are you?" he says cautiously. I just smile and walk closer. "Scare me? Why would you scare me? My name is Libby. What's yours?" I say calmly. He smiles softly and then answers. "Evan. Would you be my friend? I don't have very many. Promise me you won't get scared. I am a little different." he says unsure and cautious. I smile big and sit down on the grass and pat it softly. "I will definitely be your friend. I need a friend. Where I am at, I have none really. I feel so lonely. I will promise to try and not be scared. If you warn me, maybe I can prepare myself a little. Hmmm.... what do you say, Evan?" I say excitedly.

I am truly excited to have someone here with me. He seems to think about it and then nods his head with approval. He seems determined. He walks out and I am speechless. He is beautiful. He has brown hair with some blonde in it. He has these little horns that are curled just a little poking out of the side of his head. His face is perfect and his eyes are a vibrant blue. They look like the ocean and I feel as if I could get lost in them. They are hypnotic. He has these pointy fangs that protrude from his mouth. He has wings that are black and white. They look so soft and I want to touch them. His skin is scaly and black. He has a six-pack and looks very fit. He is so handsome. His arms are huge and he has bulging muscles. His fingernails are white claws and he has a tail on the back. It is long and pointy. The very tip is white and the rest is black. I just stare at him with awe.

He smiles genuinely and comes and sits next to me. I scoot closer and give him my hand. He puts his hand in mine and shakes it. I feel an intense spark when our hands are connected. It ran throughout my whole body. His eyes widen with shock. "How..... how can this... be?" he says softly. I am confused but I release my hand softly. He seems like he is in a trance. "Evan? Evan? Hello?" I say as I softly shake his body. He shakes his head and seems to come out of his trance. "Libby, I'm ok. I'm here," he says softly. I feel very comfortable around him. Dare I say safe as well? I feel a connection to him. Unknowingly I lean into him and sigh. He wraps his arms around me tenderly and we just sit there for what seems like hours. "How old are you Libby? Tell me about yourself," he says curiously. I just chuckle.

"Well I am thirteen and I literally live in hell. My father owed some very important people money and he couldn't pay it back fast enough. So they decided it was in their best interests to kill my mom and take my dad and me under their control. I am supposed to marry Master Nelson once I turn eighteen. I don't want to Evan. He scares me so bad and the way he hurts me." I say crying and he tightens his hold on me. He tenses and growls angrily. I look up and his eyes are a brighter blue with a hint of red. He leans forward and places his forehead on mine and closes his eyes slowly, then takes a deep breath. He seems to be shaking with anger. He then leans over and places his face in the crook of my neck and breathes in deeply. "Mine...." he sighs and then opens his eyes and smiles. "I promise to always come to visit you in your dreams, Libby. Don't forget about me. We will meet again soon, just dream about me. I promise when the time is right, I will come for you and take you away from all this misery. Please...." he says as he fades away. I reach out for him frantically, but he disappears into thin air.

****trigger warning****

I wake up sweating and when I hear Master Nelson screaming and yelling, I start trembling uncontrollably. He sounds really really mad. I come out of my hiding spot and just as I go to open my bedroom door Master Nelson barges in. I fall backward and land on my butt due to the force he opened the door. He is seething, but when he notices me I try to scramble backward trying to escape his grasp before I can move any farther he grabs my leg harshly. I yelp in pain. He leans over and grabs my arm and drags me out of the room. I try to keep up with him, but I trip. He yells angrily and picks me up and throws me over his shoulder. I don't know what has come over me, but I start hitting him anywhere I can. I am frantically trying to get away.

Once we get to his special punishment room, he throws me to the ground and I start trembling. "No... Please.... anywhere but... here... I.. fell... asleep... please............ Master Nelson... I beg you." I cry uncontrollably. He sneers with disgust and slaps me hard. I hold my stinging cheek in pain. "First you disrespect me by forgetting to get my clothes ready for the day, then you leave my side at the table and listen to my father over me, then you disappear for hours while I look for you. If my father wants me to have a perfect wife, then so be it. As of today, you will be punished every single f*****g day until he is satisfied that you are perfect enough for me. You will be staying in this room for the next week. You will not leave here until I start your daily punishment and training. I was lenient before, but that will be no more. You brought the monster out of me today and he will not be leaving any time soon. This is all your fault. You brought this on yourself." I look up and see the evil grin on his face and see what he has in his hands.

Chains... I try to run but he catches me roughly and throws me to the ground. I cry out in pain. He places the chains on my hands and feet, then clicks the lock. "Tonight you will get no dinner. That is your first punishment. Someone will be by tomorrow to feed you. Have a nice week." he says chuckling. He turns the lights out and closes the door as I scream and beg for forgiveness. I sob uncontrollably until I collapse from exhaustion and feel the darkness take me away.

****trigger end****

I have learned my lesson very well. It has been painful, but I have become the most obedient future wife Master Nelson could want. I have become numb and feel like my heart has stopped beating. I act like a robot. The only calmness in the storm is my dreams with Evan. He hasn't come to visit me again. I'm not sure why he hasn't appeared in my dreams like he promised he would, but I constantly replay the same dream every night just so I can sleep. He was my foundation in this hell. He is the only thing that kept me going. I didn't even know him, but I knew that he was important somehow. I cry every night, but the mere thought of him calms me. Oh Evan, why can't you come for me now?

*Evan POV*

I have been going crazy since the day that my sweet angel came to my safe haven. I am not sure how she was able to go there, but she did. I have been fighting with myself constantly. I can feel her pain and suffering. I know she calls for me. The mate bond is strong with her. She accepted me as my true form. I am a Demon Hybrid. I am half demon and half angel. We are very rare, so I have been kept in hiding for most of my life. Once I am able to fully understand and use my powers I will be unstoppable. I can even mask my scent once that happens. I am still young. I am only sixteen. My sweet angel is only thirteen. Three-year difference is not that bad. I will wait till she is old enough.

I wanted to tell her about me and I never even got a chance to tell her. I know that she feels betrayed and lied to. I want so much to come to her in her dreams, but I know that I cannot. If a powerful demon or angel caught a whiff of me, everything would be ruined. My life would be theirs and not mine. I was heartbroken about what has happened to Libby. She doesn't deserve any of it. I have to fight with my demon constantly. He tries to take control because Libby is our Mate. She was made just for us. With her by our side, we will protect her and keep her safe. I was shocked that I found her when I did. It was rare for us hybrids to even have a mate. Usually, if we did, it took centuries to find them. If we didn't find them, then we had the choice to choose a chosen mate. I had prayed to the Gods from above and below to help me find mine, but in the end, she found me. My Sweet Angel, I will come for you I promise. Don't give up on me.