The maid turned, blinking in surprise. "Oh, of course. Hold on just a moment" She left, and soon returned with a simple clean gown for her. "Sorry if it's not your size- we don't have too many extra gowns for.... visitors." She smiled awkwardly, then left her to change.<br/><br/>It was much later when the beast finally got it into his mind to see this girl. He was certain she would never love him; after all, who would love a creature such as he? He walked through his castle, his home, not even noticing anyone he might pass by. His mind was full of thoughts, would he do it? Would he force himself upon this girl just to receive something he had yet to feel? No, this wasn't going to solve his problems, but he was too set on his thoughts. As his human form, she might not be as terrified if he were in his beastly form, but she would still be afraid, he was certain.<br/><br/>Slowly he peeked his head in through the barely cracked door. It was hard to see for any other human, but he could see like a feline in the dark. She was asleep in the bed, snuggled in so safely. Taking care not to make a single noise, he tiptoed until he was beside the bed, looming over her in silence. She looked so happy while she was asleep.... did he want to destroy any chance with her for a single night of pleasure? He shook his head to himself; what was he doing? Inhaling slowly, he lifted the edge of the blanket, slipping in like a phantom. He couldn't tell if she had noticed his presence yet, but even if she did, he didn't notice as his strong arms slipped around her waist and pulled her close. The simple presence, the heat of her, her scent, it was like magic. Beautiful, pure, angelic. He just hoped it would last...