~1~

Preface

I clenched my right hand around Renesmees hand and my left hand found Edwards. I
took a deep breath and suddenly I felt thirty different stabs in my shield.
I felt it weaken, uh oh.
Another set of stabs hit my shield this time stronger than before. I closed my eyes
and concentrated hard using all the strength I had, but my shield did not get any stronger.
They were trying to break my shield, and it was working.
Edward, my shield is getting weaker. I said, panicking, and I knew they heard
me because thirty more stabs struck my shield this time even stronger. It got weaker.
Edward clenched his teeth.
I looked around, memorizing every face I saw, because I knew that someone I
loved would not live to see tomorrow. My breathing accelerated as I realized this.
I looked at Renesmee. I love you, I said. Always remember that.
I love you too, mom. she said. Tears were racing down her red cheeks. I
always will.
I took a shaky deep breath and looked at Edward. Edward, I love you, I said.
No matter what happens
No, Edward said. Please Bella dont say anymore goodbyes. Please.
I nodded and looked forward. The stabs continued, and every single stab made my
shield weaker.
Then suddenly my shield broke.

~2~
 1. Long Night

Hey! Stop messing around! Renesmee yelled playfully but indignantly at the same
time. Jacob laughed at the expression on Nessies face. Nessie punched Jacob in the nose.
Ouch, he shrieked. Jacob straightened his nose before it could grow back
crooked.
What the heck did you do that for?
Renesmee smiled with consummation before answering his question.
Because you pushed me in the river you jerk! They both laughed and then
Renesmee was pushed in the water again.
Though Nessie has only been living for about four and a half years, she looks
about fifteen years old and has almost as much strength as Edward. She grows and gets
stronger everyday but not as fast as she used to grow. Renesmee is now in the teenage
stage of her life, and in about three more years, she will hit full maturity. Everyday she
grows less and less actually; she grows slower than a normal human would. As for her
personality, there is where my mother Ren e comes in. Renesmee is like a normal, fun,
happy, joking teenager exactly like Rene. Renesmee is still as pretty as she was when
she was little. Her cheeks always red, her beautiful chocolate brown eyes always
humorous and her long, bronze, curly hair which was soaked and sticking to her back
when she rose out of the water is my favorite feature on her.
When Charlie saw her growing so fast, he nearly had a heart attack. He was
pushing to take her to a hospital and see what was wrong with her. It was quite a growth
spurt she hit but Charlie trusted me when I told him that nothing was wrong with her.
He knew something is wrong with this family, he just does not know what is wrong with

~3~
the family. Charlie knows that he cant know what is wrong with this odd family, for his
own good.
I guess Charlie did not notice that I am not aging yet. It has only been four years.
One day he would notice though, but he hopefully wont demand an explanation. I still
did not quite prepare myself to answer that question yet. Nevertheless, Edward and I
would have to leave soon anyway. I think it is time for me to start college. Especially
since I have gotten use to the smell of human blood completely. Edward says that I will
love college, and I cannot wait to see for myself.
Renesmee rose out of the water once again, now really angry. Jacob was rolling
on the ground, holding his stomach from the pain he was in from laughing so hard. He
made an attempt to get up when Renesmee nearly picked him up and threw him into the
river. Now she was the one laughing.
Edward and I finally arrived from hunting to the scene, coming from the
woods. Holding each others hands, Edward and I jumped across the river. Edward
chuckled at Jacob rising out of the water. Nessie smiled.
What goes around comes around. However, her smile faded when she saw that
he was not upset.
I decided to join the party. I let go of Edwards hand and rammed Jacob into the
water. Surely, he was not expecting it. In a matter seconds Nessie was rolling on the
ground in laughter. I completed my goal.
Finally, when the laughter stopped from both Edward and Renesmee, all at once
we realized that Jacob wasnt back up from the water. Quickly with no hesitation
Edward jumped in the large river, worry struck on Nessies face. I saw a couple of small
bubbles in the water and in a second and a half; Edward rose out of the water, Jacob in
his arms. Then, unexpectedly, Edward threw Jacob on the ground roughly. Renesmee and
I glared at Edward. Why would he do that? He rolled his eyes the same time Jacob burst
into laughter.
Now that I think about it, I guess it is somewhat silly to think that Jacob was
drowning in the first place. He wouldnt have to go through the same things a human
would he is impossibly strong. If his shirt is caught on a log, rock, or something under
the water all he would have had to do is yank it. He could save himself out of any

~4~
situation when it comes to strength.
Renesmees eyes widened and she turned to face Jacob.
That is not funny!
What goes around comes around, Jacob quoted. I rolled my eyes.
Edward and I walked back to the house. There was a light breeze in the air and it
felt good against my cold skin. The rain had just stopped but the air was still damp and
the humidity felt good too.
When we arrived Esme was on the phone, Carlisle was reading (he decided to
study animals so he could take care of the ware wolves when they got hurt.) Rosalie and
Emmet were hugged up on the couch and Alice and Jasper came to approach us. The
room was quiet, the light coming into the window from the sunset was almost blinding.
Um do I want to know? Alice pointed to Edward who was dripping wet. Her
eyes were suspicious.
Im sure you wouldnt care, Edward said.
Alice accepted the fact that she probably wouldnt care and moved on with what
she was going to say originally.
Well, anyway guess whos coming to visit?
Edward faked as if he did not already know. He rolled his eyes to the side as if he
were looking for an answer.
Um, he took in a sharp breath, You got me.
Alice rolled her eyes.
Nahuel, she shouted his name.
I have not seen Nahuel since he helped us out with the Volturi a little over three
years ago. I thought he wanted to stay longer than three weeks but I guess he had to get
back home. Everyone was sad to see him go, well, everyone except Jacob. Hulien
(Nahuels aunt) had left the second day she was here. I have no idea why. Only Edward
really knows, but he did not say anything. Edward is always being the perfect gentleman.
Like Renesmee, Nahuel is half-vampire half-human. Renesmee is the only half-vampire
half-human girl that is not his sister.
Edward told me that Nahuel was surprised that I was alive. Nahuel had killed his
mother when she gave birth to him; as Renesmee did to me but fortunately, Edward

~5~
changed me just before I completely slipped away. It did not even seem three days had
passed while the venom was spreading throughout my body.
When I did become full vampire, I had skipped the whole new born, bloodthirsty
stage. I had even encountered the smell of blood on my fist night being a vampire and did
not ever lose control. Edward said it was as if I had been a vampire for decades instead of
hours so they let me see Nessie on my first night. The same night I lost control and
attacked Jacob for imprinting in Nessie and nicknaming her after the Lochness Monster. I
got used to the name in time though.
Edwards beautiful, velvet voice interrupted my memories of my first night being
vampire.
When is he coming? His voice was cautious; it made me look at his flawless
face.
Now that I completely mastered my shield, it hardly took any concentration or
strain to release it from myself and pull it away from me.
Whats wrong, I thought.
Edward smiled; he loved reading my mind.
Nothing, he said.
Alice glanced at us skeptically but answered his question.
Two days from now, she cocked her head to the side, as if she realized
something. Is there something wrong?
Just then, Renesmee and Jacob arrived, holding hands. My mind traveled back to
my dim human memories. I remembered the time when Edward was gone and Jacob and
I were in his garage, working on the motorcycles. We thought we were almost caught by
Charlie. We ran from garage when we heard his voice calling us. When we were standing
before Charlie, his eyes were locked on Jacobs hand wrapped around my hand.
My memory was interrupted by a growl.
I realized the growl came from Edward the same time I realized that my shield
was not protecting my thoughts. I let it snap back in place, now protecting me again, but I
didnt know if Edward was growling at my thoughts or Jacob and Renesmee holding
hands.
Maybe he was growling at both.

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 Jacob and Renesmee were too busy laughing to notice Edwards warning so I
cleared my throat loudly. Renesmee released Jacobs hand.
I wonder why everyone is wet, Alice noted. When no one gave her a reason, she
moved on with the subject, trying to cure the awkward atmosphere.
Nahuel is visiting, her voice was not as exited as last time.
Really, I havent seen him in years! Renesmees light voice was surprised.
Yeah, too bad he couldnt stay longer than he did, Jacob said sarcastically.
Unlike Renesmee, Jacob does not like Nahuel. Renesmee always asked about him
and wondered when he could visit but Jacob did not like him from the beginning. Yeah,
Jacob was grateful and did thank him for saving Renesmee from the Volturi but he still
did not like him. Even though Nahuel showed no signs of emotions toward Nessie, Jacob
still believed that Nahuel wants Renesmee to be more than just his friend.
Stop being such a butt-head, Nessie encountered.
Jacob sighed.
Esme hung up the phone.
Hulien wont be able to come.
I wondered if she has something against us. She is always so distant.
Why, Edward wondered.
Nahuel didnt say, Esme, answered, her voice was soft and comforting as
always.
Hmm.
Renesmee yawned and stretched blearily.
Im going to get in some dry clothes.
That reminds me, Edward said. He looked at me. Ill be back in fifteen
seconds. Edward let go of my hand and sped out of the door.
Jacob yawned. What time is it?
Time for you to leave, Rosalie said.
Jacob rolled his eyes. Goodnight everyone, he said.
Goodnight, everyone besides Rosalie responded.
Jacob ran into the woods to change into wolf form.
Nessies room is now Edwards old room. Edward still has all his music and

~7~
books but we made room for Nessie. She likes having his music in her room. Edward and
I still have our little cottage but now it is just for us. Now it is private.
Edward came into sight with dry clothes on. I grabbed his hand and we started up
the trial, slowly walking in human pace. What is the rush for anyway? We had all the
time in the world.
So you and Jacob became close huh? His voice was soft, but it sounded slightly
hurt.
I did not answer his question.
Seems like someone still gets jealous, I said in a teasing voice.
He smiled my favorite crooked smile.
What can I say? Anyone else would.
I looked at his beautiful face, he looked happy; he looked like he is in love.
I love you Edward Cullen.
I love you more, Bella Cullen, he answered, and his voice was sweet velvet. I
did not bother to argue with him; of course, I would love him more than he would love
me. We looked in each others golden eyes for a while. I remembered the night when
Edward had the bachelor party with Jasper and Emmet and we were in my room. I looked
in his eyes and I felt like I could see his soul, like now. There just are not any words in
any language to describe Edwards soul. His soul is so beautiful, so pure. It is amazing,
and his soul belongs to me, as well as my soul belongs to him. He is mine and I am his,
we are two halves and if you put us together, were a whole.
It was as if he was thinking the same thing I, and in that moment, our lips crushed
together. I suddenly felt tingles on my fingertips which were tangled up in his hair.
The tingles started to slowly spread over my whole body.
I never felt anything like it.
After our sweet kiss was over which I did not want to end we stood there
for a while, looking into each others eyes again.
I let him go and sprinted to the nearest tree and climbed up to the lowest branch.
Edward laughed.
Want to join me?
Edward jumped up a tree across from me and settled on the lowest branch also. I

~8~
jumped to the same tree he was on hardly using any force the wind blew my hair
out of my face. Edward climbed to where I was and together we jumped from tree to tree,
then it became a race. He was in the lead but I caught up, I pulled his leg before he got a
chance to jump to the next tree. To keep his balance he had to clutch onto the tree. He
looked back to scowl playfully at me. I flashed a bright smile and jumped ahead of him,
taking my only advantage to beat him.
Hey! He yelled playfully. No cheating!
I laughed and climbed up the tree I was on. Already we were on a tall tree above
the cottage. We said nothing to each other. We just sat there motionlessly for an
immeasurable amount of time staring into each others eyes. Everything feels perfectly
right. I am the happiest vampire in the world right now. Nothing can ruin this moment.
All of a sudden Edwards cell phone started to ring. He got it out of his pocket to
see who was calling.
Hello?
I could hear Alices panicked voice on the reciever. Am I interrupting anything?
Edward looked at me. I shook my head.
Still smiling and looking at me, he answered her question. No, whats wrong?
His voice was calm and relaxed unlike Alices.
I just had a vision, it wasnt too good
I heard Rosalies voice in the background. Renesmee is gone! she yelled.
Edwardss liquid eyes froze with his body.
I need you and Bella to come, now, Alice said. Hello? she asked after a few
silent seconds.
Hello?
I grabbed Edwards cell from his still hands after recovering from freezing
myself. Hello? This time I was the one asking the question.
Bella, Alices voice was relieved, what happened to Edward?
Hes here but he isnt moving, I answered. My voice was uneven and panicked.
We need you to be here now, Alice said.
Were on our way.
I hung up the phone. I sat there for a couple of seconds, trying to make sense of

~9~
what just happened. It took me a while to remember the real reason of all this panic I felt.
Then I remembered.
I shook Edward forcefully, when he didnt unfreeze I squeezed his arms as tight as
I could and he refocused.
Edward come on! Something is wrong!
We hurried down the tree and were at the house in a matter of seconds.
Everyone was standing and pacing around the floor except Carlisle and Esme,
they stood very still, patiently.
I was sure it was the Volturi. They were destined to come back, stronger than
before. They dont want the Cullens to live; they want to destroy all of us. We are all
intimidating to them and our family just bigger and bigger. The Volturi probably even
trained more vampires if they wanted us to be gone if they wanted to scoop to that
low of a level. They had to take Renesmee, who else would?
I couldnt think of anyone.
What do they want with Renesmee, Edwards vehement voice made me flinch.
I dont know, Alice answered aloud.
Wait. This was absolutely stupid. I thought of why the Volturi couldnt have taken
her.
Wait, why would they do this? Really, do you think that they could get away
with it?
Everyone looked at me, confused by my unauthorized questions.
Unless they made the decision seconds before they left to take Renesmee and
even then, Alice would have had a vision. Even though she didnt see this coming, dont
you think the Volturi would have guessed that Alice would see them taking Nessie?
Oh, it is definitely was not the Volturi. I dont see her with them, Alice
corrected, I am trying to find out who took her but I cannot see her.
I looked around at the faces in the room. Everyone showed signs of emotion.
Alices expression was deep in thought; Jasper eyes on Alice mainly looked
concerned. Rosalies face was pure panic and Emmets expression was shockingly very
serious. My eyes traveled to Esme, her face was worried and Carlisle looked deep in
thought, like Alice. Finally my eyes landed on Edward. He had all the expressions put

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together. In his eyes I saw fear like Rosalie, his eyebrows were pushed together
showing his concerns and worries. But his face expression altogether was thoughtful,
trying to figure out who took her. Edward didnt look at a particular thing, he was staring
in space.
Who would do this?
Why?
It has to be someone who does not know about Alices visions, unless that
someone thought they were going to get caught.
This is crazy. I totally jinxed us.
Just moments ago, Edward and I were playing on treetops laughing and having a
great time, but I had to screw everything up. Im the happiest vampire in the world, I
thought. Nothing can ruin this moment, and in a matter of seconds here we are, trying to
figure out who Renesmees kidnapper is.
This has to be a curse.
Every time Im perfectly happy and nothing in my life or shall I say existence
could get any better, something bad happens. Who cursed me with this fate? Can my
life be perfectly happy without anything ever going wrong?
Well, I guess not because here I am.
What was your vision? I asked the question that everyone knew but me.
The Volturi is coming back. We have a couple of weeks to prepare whatever is
coming for us but that have nothing to do with Renesmees disappearance.
Edwards still distant eyes focused on me. Call Jacob, he was speaking to
someone else but his eyes remained on me. You said that you couldnt see her at all, he
looked at Alice, Well I have a good guess where she might be.
Esme picked up the house phone and dialed Billys number.
Of course Jacob took Renesmee. Im surprised we didnt guess that sooner. If
Alice couldnt see her at all that only meant one thing she is with the ware wolves.
What I dont get is why she snuck out to be with Jacob. I dont care how old she looks;
she is only four years old. This is absolutely inexcusable. Inexcusable and unacceptable
and everything in between. Anger flowed down my spine and I immediately wanted to hit
something. I clenched my teeth and took a deep breath to calm myself.

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 Hello? Billy sounded sleep.
Sorry to be calling so late, Esmes voice was worried. I peeked at Edwards
watch. 12:42, wow time flies. Just a second ago it was twilight.
But I have to talk to Jacob.
Whats wrong? Billy asked.
Renesmee Esme changed her answer, nothing, I just have to ask him
something important. Billys voice calmed. Oh, ok well just hold on for a second.
Edward went to the phone once he heard Jacobs voice in the receiver.
Jacob, Renesmee is missing Jacobs voice interrupted Edward speaking,
Um he hesitated, Yeah, I know shes here.
A low furious snarl ripped between Edwards clenched teeth. I know that, he
said between his teeth, Bring her home now!
I heard Jacob immediately hang up the phone. Suddenly, a river of serenity
washed over my body. I looked at Edward and his face began to relax and look peaceful,
must be Jasper. I didnt know Edward was that angry for Jasper to be calming everyone
down. Edward was probably on the edge.
I went over to Edward and gave him a hug and we stood there in the same
hugging position until Jacob and Renesmee arrived.
Once I saw them together, I was the one to get really upset. They actually had the
nerve to come into sight holding hands. They didnt even look upset that they were in big
trouble. They were just smiling away. I let go of Edward so I wouldnt crush him in two.
Anger flowed through my every vein. I feel inexcusably disrespected.
What the hell were you two thinking!? It was more of a statement than a
question. Renesmee get over here! I yelled the words so loudly it would have hurt
human ears. Renesmee let go of Jacobs hand and ran straight to the comforting arms of
Esme. It was almost impossible to stay mad at her this was the very first time she
made me so angry but I fought against my will.
Jacob grimaced. Its not even that big a deal, he said stop over exaggerating.
This is nothing like what you and Edward used to do behind Charlies back.
That topped it.
I growled and got into my defensive stance, the anger started to take control.

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 Lets not get all defensive. I was just telling the truth, Jacob said, holding his
huge hand out. I growled again and I could feel a heavy snarl ripping through my chest,
fighting to release itself.
I saw with my peripheral vision Rosalie crouch down too this surprised me. I
was too angry to take my eyes off Jacob. I feel that I move the slightest bit, Ill lose
control.
I realized something. Why wasnt Jasper making me calm?
Did he want Rosalie and me to kill Jacob?
I saw two large wolves outside the house. It was Leah and Quil.
Leah growled and that furious snarl that was trying to get out fought its was free.
It was the most evil sound Ive ever heard.
Bella, Renesmee called. Her voice was sharp with fear but it couldnt change
the way I felt.
What, I snapped, my voice sounded silver?
It was my idea, Renesmee quickly answered. I knew Alice couldnt see Jacob
or anyone around him so I thought that we wouldnt get caught. Jacob didnt want
to sneak out but I insisted.
I froze. The words that came out of her mouth only wanted to make me hurt Jacob
even more. But I couldnt let my automatic reaction take control. I looked over at Rosalie
but she wasnt in the spot she was just in.
She was on top of Jacob.
Emmet started to cheer and yell out fight moves. Head lock, head lock! Aw
Jacob how can you let a girl beat you!
Renesmee screamed. I could not feel anger anymore, now all I felt was panic.
Leah growled and jumped in to join the fight.
Acting on my reflexes, I pushed my shield, now covering Jacob so Rosalie would
not hurt him. I childishly didnt really want to, but I also wrapped my shield around Leah.
Rosalie could take them both.
Rose, stop! Renesmee looked panicked and afraid.
I think Rosalie would have kept fighting if it wasnt for the sound of her voice,
but she stopped immediately. I wrapped my shield around her too, just in case. Jacob did

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not even form into a wolf.
He practically let Rose hurt him.
They both hate each other so I thought that he would have definitely fought back.
I guess he didnt fight back because he knew that Renesmee wouldnt like it.
Leah growled and barked, snapping her huge wolf teeth.
EVERYONE STOP!
I looked over to Nessie. Tears were running down her red cheeks. She ran up the
stairs and everyone became quiet, even Emmet who was the loudest of us all.
Edward started toward the stairs.
Leave her, Carlisle said in a calm voice.
Leah left with Quil. Jacob picked himself up off the ground.
I didnt know what to do. I felt stupid. Edward broke the silence. Jacob I think
its time for you to go.
He hesitated, it irritated me.
Just leave! I shouted the words unnecessarily loud.
Jacob left, he looked embarrassed and ashamed as he ran to the woods to change
into his wolf form. I felt really awkward, everyone was staring at me.
Im just going to check on Nessie. I ran toward the stairs. Carlisle opened his
mouth to protest.
I wont disturb her; she wont even know Im there.
Carlisle probably knew I was lying but he let me go.
The door was closed, I lightly knocked on it.
Leave me alone, I heard Renesmee call.
I ignored her and opened the unlocked door.
For the first time in a long time I actually felt like a mom. Can we talk?
She answered my question with a question.
What is there to talk about?
I sat on the bed, the same bed Edward got for me in my human days, when he did
not want me to see Jacob and the other ware wolves. I remember I was furious and I
refused to sleep on the ridiculous bed when Alice held me hostage. And when I woke up,
I was on the bed and Edward was lying next to me. I remembered more details about that

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night
I shook my head and let my pleasant memories go. What happened was
unacceptable.
Renesmee sniffed her runny nose. I pushed her long, bronze curly hair behind her
ear to expose her beautiful face. She looks so much like her father, with my chocolate
brown eyes, Charlies curls, and Ren es personality. Renesmee has a little bit of all of us
in her. I took a deep breath.
Im sorry, I said. I didnt want things to turn out the way they did.
She finally lifted her bobbed head up and looked at me.
Me too, she said.
I gave her a hug; I released her when she shuddered under my cold body.
I love you, I said.
I love you too mom.
It was the first time she called me mom in two years. I smiled. I got up to leave
but remembered something once I got to the door.
Oh yea I looked at her and smiled. Jacob is not allowed to visit you for two
weeks.
That was punishment enough right? It would be nearly impossible for Nessie to
not see Jacob, he did imprint in her anyway. Was the time too short? Was it too long?
How do you punish kids anyway besides not letting them do whatever they got in trouble
for in the first place? I never really got in trouble much besides that one time when I
left for three days to save Edward from committing suicide, and when Jacob told Charlie
that I was riding motorcycles behind his back but thats pretty much it. All Charlie did
was not let me leave the house. That wasnt even hard to do either; Im not really into
social events.
I had gotten so caught up in my thoughts that I barely heard Renesmees reaction.
Fair enough, she said.
That was much easier than I thought. I thought for sure it was going to start an
argument. Being a mother isnt so hard.
Goodnight or should I say good morning, I said remembering how late it
was.

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 Renesmee yawned, good morning.
I turned around and opened the door.
Edward was standing there, waiting with a smile on his face.
I closed the door quietly behind me, leaving the dark room.
Im guessing that went well, Edwards voice was beautiful velvet.
Better than I thought it would be.
I wrapped my arms around Edward for a second then I picked up his right arm
which was wrapped around my waist securely. I looked at Edwards watch.
Wow, only 1:17. This is the longest night ever.
Edward laughed.
Lets go home, I said.
Your wish my command.
Edward lifted me off my feet, I felt like a princess. He walked toward the trail to
our cottage, I chuckled and it sounded like wind chimes.
Whats funny?
I feel like a princess, I admitted.
You are my princess.
I smiled to myself. And youre my prince, I told him, imitating the best English
accent I could possibly come up with.
Edward laughed. I sighed.
What do you think will happen when the Volturi comes, I wondered.
I felt Edwards arms stiffen under my body.
I dont want to talk about them tonight, Edward said in a hard voice.
Oh, right, I said, immediately regretting ever saying anything about them in the
fist place. Leave it up to me to ruin a perfect moment. Trying to restore our moment, I
scooted my body closer to his chest and rested my head against his shoulder and neck.
His arms loosened under my body.
We remained silent until we reached our cottage. Edward moved his left arm from
under me to open the door. When we walked in the whole atmosphere changed.
Ah, I said, feeling free of worry. It feels so good to be home.
And alone, Edward added.

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 He walked to our room and laid me gently on the bed, then when he began to
walk to the other side I pulled his arm with so much force that he fell with a loud thump.
Oops!
Edward laughed.
I got out of the bed, smiled and joined him in the floor. Edward looked confused
as he turned on his side to face me.
Why are you on the floor Mrs. Cullen?
That was an easy question to answer.
Because you are on the floor Mr. Cullen, I answered.
Edwards golden topaz eyes were bright in this dark room my eyes are now
golden too, but Edwards are prettier they were full of enjoyment. He looked the way I
felt perfectly happy, and in love, but the corners of his mouth pulled down just the
slightest bit and I knew something was wrong. My eyebrows pulled together in concern.
Whats wrong?
Edwards mouth shifted to one side in deep thought. He was looking for the right
words to say.
What if this doesnt last forever?
Great, we have only been married for four and a half years and he was already
getting tired of me. I knew it. Of course once he knew everything about me and about my
life he would get bored with me. I just didnt think it would be so soon. I frowned.
I knew sooner or later you would find me boring.
Edward shook his head quickly. No! He frowned.
I just stared at him unconvinced. Immediately his expression was frustrated.
Edward loudly sighed and shook his head, a small, frustrated smile on his face.
After four years youre still not convinced that I love you more than anything in
this world and that I could never, ever leave you no matter what? He raised my left
my left hand and pointed to my ring finger. Doesnt this prove it?
I looked at my ring; the diamonds were bright in the night. I rolled on top of him
and wrapped my arms around his neck, then hid my face in his shoulder, afraid to see his
face expression when I ask the question that has been haunting me. I took a deep breath
and bit my lip.

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 What about when you get tired of the same old thing? What about when we
know everything about each other and theres nothing left for you to find out? Isnt that
the reason you spoke to me in the first place, instead of killing me because I was a
mystery?
When Edward didnt respond, I picked up my head to see what I his from in the
first place. First he looked thoughtful, and then he was smiling? Im definitely
confused. If anything I thought Edward would be either upset by my questions or he
would realize that I was too boring for him.
He chuckled.
I never wouldve thought he would be amused. Really, Edward is the mystery in
the relationship. Obviously seeing my confused expression, he finally gave me an
explanation as to why he was laughing.
You know whats funny?
I waited.
I was going to ask you the same question.
I thought about that for a second.
How long can two people be in love? I asked. I didnt feel any different about
Edward than how I felt when I walked down the aisle in my wedding dress, but I dont
remember anyone that stayed in love with each other for more than twenty years when I
was human. Feelings do change.
I looked at Edward, he was thoughtful.
Look how long Esme and Carlisle stayed in love. He looked at me. We arent
humans. Eventually humans get attracted to younger people once theyve been in a
relationship for a while, or they have issues with money or just get tired and want to
experience something new and fresh, but we arent humansits hard to explain.
Do you know whats funny? I asked.
What?
You just answered your question.
Edward thought about that and laughed. I guess I did.
I was still on top of him and I laid my head on his chest, listening to his silent
heart beat.

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 I raised my head and pecked him on the lips, but when I tried to release my lips
from his, Edward wasnt having that. He held his hand gently on the back of my neck to
keep me there. A giggle escaped from my very busy lips. His tongue found mine, tracing
the roof of his mouth, and together they danced. It was the most passionate kiss of all
kisses. The tingles came again. This time they started on the tip of my toes, and slowly
traveled its way up to my finger tips and then it lit the tip of my tongue. It felt like a
switch was turned on and all of a sudden there were fire works. I was amazing. I
couldnt find any other word.
Edward and I must have had a million nights like this, but every night is new and
amazing. Every night was something new.

* * *

I laughed as we lay there in silence, the sun was rising.

Whats funny, love?
I looked at Edwards pale, perfect face. His eyes were liquid bright, full of
enjoyment.
Were still on the floor, I noted. Edward laughed.
I didnt notice with you laying there. For all I know we could have been in the
middle of World War II.
I laughed, but the feeling only lasted for a second because I remembered
something.
We better go talk to Alice, I said.
Edwards eyes turned into solid. Yeah, he agreed half-heartedly.
I slowly go up hanging on to Edwards arm and went to the large closet to
get on some clothes. I sniffed around for denim jeans and Edward did the same. When we
were both dressed we walked out into the warm drizzle, preparing ourselves for the bad
news coming ahead our happiness slowly but surely dwindling away.

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 2. Visitor

They have twelve new vampires all trained a very physically strong they
definitely want a battle. Everyone besides Jacob was scattered around the living room
listening to what Alice saw in her visions.
Do any of them have a special ability? Rosalie asked.
Yes, Vamir has the ability to freeze people, right in their tracks. His mate Katrina
can manipulate thoughts and feelings, kind of like Jasper except that if she wanted you to
hate the person next to you, she could make you hate them. Zahamitt is what they call
their watcher. He cannot see into the future but he can see the present, anywhere. Hes
probably watching me tell you this right now.
I was absolutely astonished. I was still stuck on Katrinas ability. Just the thought
of hating anyone in my family sounded impossible. I couldnt even imagine hating
Edward, especially since Im so madly in love with him.
Wait, Alice said. Her face became blank and she was perfectly still.
They changed their mind, Edward said staring at Alice.
What? I asked. What do you mean they changed their mind?
Theyre not coming at all. Alice said her face concentrated on what she saw
in her mind.
Why, Jasper asked.
I dont know, Alice said.
My mood immediately changed. I hopped up enthusiastically and clapped my
hands together once, changing the subject.
So whos up for a visit to Charlies?

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 I looked around the room.
I do, Renesmee said. I have to do something to keep Jacob off my mind, I
heard her mumble.
I do too, I havent seen him in a while, Alice said.
Anyone else, I asked looking around the room.
Us too, I heard Seth say. Maybe my mom is there, Leah said.
Ill just stay here and try to figure this out, Edward said smiling at me.
Ok, I said. I ducked down and gave him a quick peck on the lips. Well be
back, I said as I nearly ran out the door.
Leah and Renesmee got in Alices yellow car and Seth rode with me in the Volvo.
Alice started up the driveway, I was behind her. When we got on the rode Alice sped up
to what it looked like a hundred and fifty miles an hour.
Holy crow! I looked around to make sure there were no other cars on the road.
Speed up, you losing her! I looked at Seth like he was senseless.
Are you crazy? Im not nearly as good a driver as Alice and I didnt know this
was a race.
Oh, come on, Seth pleaded, You and me both know we wont get hurt.
I looked at him disapprovingly. Fine, he said, and then he mumbled something
that sounded like party pooper, under his breath. I ignored him and pulled out my cell
phone that Edward bought for me two Christmases ago. It just came out and called
Charlie.
Hello?
Hey dad Im about fifteen minutes away.
Thats great! I have some good news.
Cant wait to hear it, I said. I slid the phone shut.
What cant you wait to hear?
Charlie has some good news. He sounded exited.
I bet I know what it is, Seth said.
I smiled; I know what it is too.
When we arrived Charlie was already at the door. Seth and I stepped in. Alice,
Nessie and Leah were already there, sitting on the couch. Sue was standing behind

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Charlie, both of her hands casually behind her back.
Did you get contacts?
Stupid, stupid, stupid! I forgot to put in my brown contacts before I came. I was in
a rush to get out of the house, I guess. Relief just took control and made me forget.
Oh, yeah, I stuttered, I, I dont need them to uh, help my vision though. I
need lying lessons from Edward.
Oh, okay well take a seat. I was relieved he didnt question me any further.
Charlie waved his hand to the last available seats. I sat down next to Seth.
We were waiting for you to get here so we can share the news, Charlie said.
We? I repeated.
Sue pulled her hands from behind her back, exposing fragile hands. There flashed
a beautiful diamond ring on her left hand third finger.
Were getting married! They both announced happily. Charlie looked like a new
man. His eyes were brighter, his voice lighter and it seemed like he had more energy. He
didnt look like the Charlie I used to live with, he looked twenty years younger.
Thats great! Seth said with false surprise, he flashed me a dexterous grin
notifying that this is what he was thinking the announcement was in the car. I winked.
Unintentionally I looked over to Leah, she looked honestly happy for them. I dont know
why I thought different. Just because she doesnt like me doesnt mean she automatically
dislikes Charlie.
Leah looked at me and her smile faded. She was probably wondering why I was
staring at her. Leah flashed a fake smile and turned to Renesmee.
Soon Im going to be your aunt-in-law, she said. Nessie laughed.
Renesmee and Leah became best friends. They were practically inseparable.
Theyre bonded like superglue.
There has a heavy knock on the door and Charlie went to see who it was. When
he opened the door in came Billy and pushing him was Jacob. I looked at Nessie and
her eyes lit up. I pursed my lips and growled involuntarily.
Hey, Charlie greeted merrily. Come to join the party?
Yeah, I heard the announcement outside, Billy said.
Congratulations, Jacob said. He looked at Nessie from the side of his eye and

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his grin widened.
My eyes narrowed into thin slits.
Jacob kitchen, NOW!
Jacob pursed his lips and let go of Billy, he dragged himself into the kitchen
where I waited. When he got in front of me he folded his arms. He didnt say anything
clever so I started.
Im sure youve heard Renesmees punishment.
Yeah, he said bluntly.
I waited.
Your point, Jacob asked.
Then why are you here? I demanded.
You said I couldnt visit Nessie, you didnt say anything about not visiting
Charlie. Just like you, we came to celebrate the good news.
Im sure you got the point, Jacob, I snapped.
But I didnt, next time you should say all the details. You cant just expect that
everyone knows what you mean.
I could almost smell the anger radiating throughout my body. Jacob smiled a
mocking smile. I almost snapped but I decided to take a deep breath and calm myself. We
stood there, staring each other down for about five seconds when Jacob turned around to
join the party. I clenched teeth but pulled myself together before I went back out to the
celebration I didnt want to ruin the mood because mine was sour.
Wheres my son-in-law, Charlie asked me when I stepped into the room.
At home, I answered.
Why didnt he join us, Charlie wondered Edward did usually come see
Charlie whenever I came.
He um
Hes helping Carlisle with a project, Alice answered for me. I quickly shot her a
thankful glance.
Oh, Charlie said. Too bad he couldnt share the good news with us.
Ill make sure hes informed, I said, and just then, there was a quick rap at the
door. Charlie went to the door and opened it.

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 Speaking of Edward, Charlie said as Edward walked through the door frame.
Edwards eyes flashed to Sues hands and back to Charlie.
Congratulations! Edward said.
We stayed a while. Everyone was talking about the wedding. Alice was exited.
Please Charlie can I plan the wedding, she pleaded. Sue had no problem with
Alice planning the whole thing. Oh come on, Sue said, Just look at how great Edward
and Bellas wedding were.
Charlie sighed. Okay, Alice. Its all yours.
Alice was nearly jumping up and down with excitement.
Okay, she squealed. All I need from you is to tell me where you want to get
married, Ill handle the rest. Thats when I decided to leave. Edward and Seth joined me
but the rest stayed. Edward drove.
You see how Jacob found himself a way to see Renesmee, I said.
Edward chuckled. You cant keep those two apart. You might as well forget the
whole thing.
I pursed my lips, Edward was probably right.
So what, did you come up with an explanation?
No, Edward said exasperatingly.
This is so weird, I murmured. Seth snorted.
The rest of the drive was silent. Edward started to turn into the driveway.
Hey can I get out here, Seth said. Im going to head home and he tailed off.
Ok, see ya Seth, I said and he got out with barely a good-bye. I shrugged my
shoulders and turned my head to the window. At least everything was back to normal I
guess. Everyone was still kind of paranoid. No one knew what to expect and I can only
imagine how Alice must feel. Shes under a lot of pressure. Everyone is relying on her.

* * *

I lay there with a smile on my face my mind only on one thing, Edward of
course. We were wrapped up in the sheets not like we needed them tightly.
Although my eyes were shut I could feel his eyes on me, he was humming my lullaby

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every note perfectly in tune. I giggled to myself.
May I ask the joke, love? Edward murmured.
Outside it was still dark. Im guessing it was only around two or three a.m.
Have you ever thought about the future?
Many times. Im still thinking that we were supposed to leave to college soon.
But since Alice had the vision with the He had a hard time saying the name. I took his
pause to may advantage.
No, not that future. Im talking about the future, future. Like technology and all
that jazz.
Oh. Edward said. I guess not.
Really? I asked overly surprised. You never thought about flying cars or a
huge natural disaster that would cause all the earth to live underwater?
Edward chuckled. I rose into a sitting position and faced Edward.
Im serious! I said. I seriously think that one day everything is going to be like
The Jetsons. I turned to Edward who was still lying on the bed looking very relaxed,
serene even. I could feel my eyelids stretch.
What if in the year 3000 the earth was destroyed and everything on it. Like a
huge flood came and wiped every human being off of the face of the earth and we were
the only ones left? My breathing accelerated and I turned back to Edward who looked
amused by my panic. When he saw my expression he rose and held me tightly in his arms
to comfort me.
His scent almost made me forget why I was panicking in the first place. He
loosened his grip and pulled back to look me in the eyes. When he looked at me I stopped
breathing and my mind went blank. I cant remember where we are, I cant remember the
date, and I can not even remember my name.
To think all this time passed and Edward Cullen still dazzles me. Id never tell
him but I think he knows anyway. I guess Ill just never get used to it. I realized my
mouth was hanging wide open. I snapped it shut the same time he spoke.
Calm down, love. I promise that everything is going to be fine. And even
though I knew he was lying because how could you possibly promise something like
that I believed him.

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 Edward then kissed me softly. His hands were gently moving slowly down my
neck and to my shoulders, down my arms and to my waist where he a good grip and
threw me on top of him. Our lips were still locked when he began ripping off my short,
purple satin gown my favorite of hundreds when he froze.
Following my instincts I listened carefully. Suddenly I froze. Outside very
far East I could hear fast footsteps. They were rhythmic like a steady drumbeat.
These footsteps could be no other than a vampire, but I didnt recognize them. Everyone
has their own sound. Edwards foot steps are steady and fast, Emmets are louder and he
takes longer bounds, Alices are very rhythmic kind of like shes playing a song. The
footsteps got closer each footstep slightly louder than the other. It was coming towards
us.
About a whole second past from when Edward froze when we jumped quickly out
of the bed and ran to our closet. I threw on a long off-white satin gown that
complemented my body well and Edward who was only missing a shirt found a
blue cotton t-shirt to put on. I took one look at Edward and my body shifted in his
direction involuntarily. I felt a sharp pang of physical need, but I pushed the feeling aside
because those footsteps I was hearing stopped. There was a swift knock on the door.
I went to the door and opened it hesitantly Edward stood behind me.
Hello. There stood a tall man who looked in his early twenties. The first thing I
noticed about him was his skin, a beautiful dark caramel color. His hair was midnight
black and stopped at his broad shoulders. His eyes were a bright golden color and I can
tell that he just hunted. He wore a white button-up shirt and a black un-zipped hooded
sweater with dark pants. His well rounded lips were perfectly shaped and he pursed them.
He reminded me of Nahuel somehow, I dont know how though.
The man looked at me swiftly then looked at Edward standing behind me and
grimaced. Edward growled quietly. The man cleared his throat not that he needed to.
My name is Joham; I am the father of Nahuel. That explains why he reminded
me of Nahuel, but they look nothing alike, except for the dark skin which Nahuels
skin is darker and the hair Nahuels hair is longer.
Joham stared into Edwards eyes. You are Bella and Edward Cullen.
Edward took my hand and stepped out of our house, closing the door behind him.

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Without saying a word, we broke into a sprint, leading Joham to the house with the
others. We were outside of the house in seconds, and standing on the steps were Alice and
Jasper. Behind the glass were everyone else and when we came into sight everyone
quickly filed out of the house and stood on the grass. Edward and I stopped directly in
front of them but Joham kept his distance.
You knew he was coming, why didnt you call? Edward asked Alice. Alice
suddenly looked embarrassed. Um I didnt want to interrupt you, she said. I looked
over at Emmet who broke out into unnecessarily loud laugher. I clenched my teeth to
keep control of my mouth.
This is Joham, Nahuels father. Hes looking for Nahuel. He knows about the
Volturi.
Joham looked confused for a second because Edward and Joham never really
spoke to each other about the Volturi then let it go and took a faltered step forward.
Hello, Carlisle. I talked to Hulien and she told me where to find Nahuel. I know
its much to ask but can I stay until Nahuel comes?
Of course, Nahuel will arrive tomorrow morning.
Thank you, so much.
Carlisle led Joham into the house. Joham looked around, eyes wide and
expression astonished. Wow, he said. This is even better than I imagined. Hulien
wasnt exaggerating. May I ask
How do we do it? Carlisle said. Johams head snapped up and he flipped his
beautiful hair out of his face.
We get that question a lot, Carlisle said. After they finish high school, they go
to college and after college we start over in a new place. The younger we pretend to be in
a place the longer we get to stay there Carlisle chuckled. Sometimes I myself go to
college too.
Amazing, and you resist human blood completely?
Well, we try, Jasper said. Alice grabbed Jaspers hand and rubbed the back of it
compassionately with her thumb.
May I ask pardon my curiosity but how you became vampire, Carlisle
asked. I could tell the curiosity nearly ate him alive.

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 Joham smiled. I was born in Juneau, Alaska in 1690. My mother died when she
gave birth, thats a coincidence, and my father died on my ninth birthday. I lived with
various families. I remember I was fourteen years old and with my seventh family I
might add and some friends and I were out late celebrating a holiday I cant
remember which one though. I realized that Joham had a slight accent, he sounded
French and Canadian mixed. We were in the woods hiking what an idiot thing to do
in Alaska when randomly from nowhere a woman appeared; she looked in her early
twenties. She was alone and boy was she drop dead gorgeous. She had long beautiful
blonde hair that flowed down her back, and she had such elegance that it was almost
inhuman. I remember her eyes so black, her skin, so pale.
Joham shook his head and paused for two seconds, and then he started again. I
believed we were all stunned, but I was the only one afraid by this woman and her
inhuman beauty. My friends were foolish tempting the woman. Hey there beautiful,
one said. Want to join the party, said the other. The woman said nothing, she merely
smiled and leaned into a crouch like she was about to do cong fu. My idiot friends
then laughed at her and that was the last time I heard their voices. I remember how she
sprang forward it was like watching a snake spring into a defense attack. She trapped
them both in her iron grip. My friends were screaming so loud. he chuckled. She
cracked one of their necks and bit into the others. When I saw that, there was only one
thing to do, run. I wasnt going to sit there and watch her suck my friends dry.
It was a worthless effort though because I was only running for about five
seconds when she appeared in front of me. She smiled this smile was wider than the
other and blood dripped from the corners of her mouth. She licked it off. I closed my
eyes and prayed. I prayed that I would be forgiven for my sins and I prayed that she
would hurry and get it over with. But I realized I had too much time to pray. Five seconds
past, ten, fifteen, then twenty, and when I opened my eyes she was only staring at me.
Kill me already, I said. I closed my eyes tightly shut and held out my arm so she could
bite. I wanted nothing more than to get it over with. But she only laughed I remember
the sound of her laughter- wind chimes. Im not going to kill you, she said. She told me
she saw something special about me and that I was nothing like my worthless friends.
She took care of me then. Feeding me, treating me like I was her child. She said

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that she was lonely; she said I kept her company. Then in 1714 she made me immortal.
Now here I am, and thats my story.
Why twenty-four? Why not earlier? I asked. Joham looked at me and his eyes
looked evil.
Lets just say that at age twenty-four, you can do more stuff. I thought about
that for a second, what does he mean?
Is she still alive? Carlisle asked.
Yes, Janett is still live and well. We still keep in touch. I visit her from time to
time, like you she keeps a permanent residence, though its not as amazing as this.
Is she still alone, I asked.
No. Last time I visited her she told me that she made a really good friend named
Rebecca. Though I didnt get to see her Janett told me that theyre really close. They call
each other sisters even. Im glad she had a close friend. Shes not what you would call a
people person in human terms. I was the closest thing she had.
For the rest of the night we talked to Joham about his life. Mostly Carlisle asked
all the questions. He wanted to know why he lived how he did and what made him decide
to have children, and somehow Carlisle never ran out of a question to ask.
It wasnt boring at all. I found Johams perspective on life was interesting. I
understood why he made choices the way he did and I only wanted to know more.
I decided to make my own super race because I believe this is why Im here.
What are the odds? Why didnt Janett kill me when she killed my friends? I believe the
only reason I am still alive is to make vampire/humans.
Joham explained to us about how he sees things too, and although I dont agree
with him, I can see why he looks at things the way he does. He believes that humans were
only put on this earth for nothing more than food for us vampires of course and
material things like clothes. And although I dont agree with him I can understand where
he comes from. Why would vampires exist anyway? Why would such a thing be created?
If vampires werent put on this earth to kill humans then whats the point of being here?
But then Im pretty sure that mice werent put on this earth to be eaten by cats. Im pretty
sure that worms werent put on this earth to be eaten by birds. Joham thinks that humans
were made to be like tissue use it then throw it away, but he does believe that some

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humans are worthy. He believes he was one of those humans and that is why he is here
now. He believes that being a vampire is a curse but a blessing. He believes that we are
all vampire for a reason and he has a point.

I didnt even really notice it was morning which is extremely bizarre until I
heard Renesmees apathetic footsteps when she got out of bed. I think everyone was
waiting for her to come downstairs.
I heard the toilet flush, the sink run, the bathroom door open, and fourteen steps
until she actually came into sight. Nessie stretched and yawned before she started down
the stairs lackadaisically.
Good morning everyone. Whos the stranger?
This is Joham, Edward said. His voice was a bit edgy when he said his name. I
wondered why. Hes Nahuel father. Renesmees eyebrows raised but she did not look
the least bit surprised. She went over to greet him.
Hello, Joham, she said as she took his hand. Im Renesmee. Its very nice to
meet you.
Joham didnt respond, he only stared at Renesmees face I could tell what body
part though. Was he staring at her eyes? Her nose? Her mouth? in mere shock.
Renesmees cheeks were bright pink when she released his hand.
Sorry about that, she said.
I think I saw
Eggs. Edward said. Coming right up. Edward quickly started to the kitchen.
Oh, Carlisle said, youve just experienced Renesmees talent. I looked at
Renesmee who cheeks were still bright pink and she followed Edward to the
kitchen.
Oh, Joham said. Does everyone here have a talent? He looked around the
room as if trying to tell who all had them. No, not everyone, Carlisle said. Only Alice,
Jasper, Edward and Bella as well as Renesmee.
But Esme brought with her love and compassion, Carlisle brought wisdom,
patience and understanding, Rosalie brought her drop dead beauty, and Emmet brought
with him his physical strength., I added.

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 Joham looked at me and nodded, hen curiosity and eagerness lit up on his face.
You want to know what they are, Jasper said obviously feeling his eagerness as
much as I see it on his face.
If you dont mind, Joham said.
Of course we dont mind, Esme said.
Ill start off. Alice said. I can see the future.
I can change anyones mood that is around me, Jasper said and the room
suddenly grew very calm a demonstration.
Ah, I see, Joham said.
I am a shield, I said. I can protect everyone around me. Just as long as youre
in three-fourths of a mile. Oh, Edward can read thoughts. He knows what everyone is
thinking right now except for me. I only let him read my mind when I want to. I
smiled to myself feeling a bit smug.
Why is that?
My shield. It automatically protects me unless I push it away from myself, I
answered.
Joham smiled at me. I gave a friendly smile back.
Bella, Edward called.
I walked to the kitchen, realizing I was in the same standing position I was when
we first entered the house the only thing different was that me and Edwards hands
werent tangled up together. When I got to the kitchen Edward was adding cheese to an
omelet that was frying. Renesmee was watching him closely.
Yes darling? I asked when I reached his side.
Im sorry, love. I couldnt take it any longer.
Take what?
I had to get you out of that room. Im starting to lose my patience with that
Joham, the name sounded like acid on Edwards tongue. His thoughts about you are
irreverent especially since youre married and they became even more impertinent
once he found out I could read minds. I think hes trying to upset me. Edward flipped
the omelet.
Sounds like you have some competition dad.

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 Edwards head snapped up. He stared at Renesmee intensely, probably because
she used the word dad.
Dont worry, I said pushing Edwards face toward mine. His thoughts are
irrelevant, and I only have eyes for you. I kissed him vehemently so that Renesmee
cleared her throat. Edward turned and slid the omelet on her plate.
Thank you, Renesmee said as he handed it to her. He turned back to me.
Oh Im not worried about you. Hes just very irritating; its like Jacob all over
again.
Renesmee growled.
Edward turned to Renesmee. You know I find it merely astonishing that you can
be so uptight over a dog.
Renesmee ignored Edward and continued eating her omelet.
Edward, dont let him provoke you. Why should it mater what he thinks about
me when all I can think about is you.
I think what I said struck a nerve because Edward grabbed the small of my back
and forced me up against his body. We locked lips with great intensity. No combination
of words could describe the moment.
Renesmee made a gagging sound. I turned to my exasperating daughter. She was
chewing on the last bite of omelet.
Maybe you should go get ready to go to Charlies house. You and Alice are still
meeting Leah to make wedding plans with Sue right?
Thanks for reminding me. Renesmee hopped up enthusiastically and left the
kitchen.
Now where were we?
I wrapped my arms around Edwards neck and stretched on my toes so my lips
could reach his. We kissed each other passionately and I wanted nothing more than to be
alone. Edward picked me up and put me on the counter. His hands moved slowly up from
my waist to my hair and his fingers twisted in my hair. Uncontrollably, my legs wrapped
firmly around his waist, drawing him closer to me. Edward pulled back.
Bella, I think
I know. Were not alone, I said.

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 As much as I want us to be, Edward added.
I grabbed Edwards hand trying to fight the urge to rip his clothes off. Carlisle
just finished telling his story when Edward and I walked in. Joham looked at me, Edward
clenched his teeth and I squeezed his hand.
What about you, Joham asked. Ive heard everyones story but yours.
I was caught off guard. No one ever asked me what my story was before.
Oh um I stuttered. Well, I used to live in Phoenix, Arizona with my mom,
but she married a baseball player and um he used to travel a lot and my mom would
stay with me, but I knew it wouldnt make her happy so I moved with my dad here in
Forks. On my first day at school is when I saw Edward. His reaction to me was
horrible. It was like he didnt even want me there. He um missed a week of school and
when he came back he uh changed. He acted like a perfect gentlemen. So um the
next day I was out by my car in the parking lot when a van skidded on some ice and
almost smashed me, but Edward stopped the van and no one noticed it really but me.
So uh we ended up being friends, I guess. Everyone at school thought it was weird
because the Cullens usually never talked to anyone and when Edward talked to me it
was different.
One day I went to go shopping with some friends or I should say I helped
them shop and I left to go find a book store when a group of guys tried to I dont
know what they tried to do but it wasnt good. I was about to fight them when out of
nowhere Edward came and rescued me. That was the second time he saved my life. Well,
he uh, ended up taking me to dinner and telling me that he could read minds. And when
he drove me home is when I officially found out that he is a vampire. I paused and
thought about what to say next. It was hard telling the story since my memory was fuzzy.
We went hiking and um that was when we had our first kiss.
I felt tingles and shuddered. So, we ended up falling in love and we got married and
um on our honeymoon I got pregnant. I found that I was looking for my cheeks to get
hot from a blush. Im still not used to not blushing, ha.
When I uh, gave birth to Renesmee, I think I almost died but Edward saved me,
again. But this time he saved me with his own venom. And here I am, with this beautiful
family. I think it was all luck.

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 Luck, Edward snorted, You almost died five times!
But I didnt, and thats why Im lucky.
The phone rang. Esme went to get it.
Hello Esme, said the voice in the phone receiver. My plane is going to land in
two hours and forty-five minutes.
Ok darling. Well be looking forward for your arrival.
Renesmee appeared at the stairs wearing plain light blue denim jeans and a green
t-shirt that said Forks the word surrounded by trees. Her jeans tucked into the tongue
of her black Converse shoes.
Alice grimaced. Ugh, she groaned. I wish you didnt get your fashion disfavor
from your mother. Couldnt you be a bit more girly?
I just throw on whatevers in my closet. Take it or leave it. Renesmee said.
I didnt have to read minds to tell that Alice was planning to rearrange her whole
closet. I saw a bit of hope in her eccentric eyes.
I heard that Nahuels suppose to be here in a couple of hours, Renesmee said.
Yeah, so youll want to hurry and get to Charlies house so you can see him
when he first gets here. Alice ran up the stairs and nearly dragged Renesmee out of the
house.
Bye mom, bye dad! Renesmee called and they were gone.
I pulled my shield away from myself.
Why is Renesmee calling us mom and dad again? I thought.
Shes trying to get on our good side so she can see Jacob again, Edward
whispered.
Of course, I should have thought of that. I let my shield snap back in place.
Once Jacob told me that he didnt think of Renesmee as his lover, but he cared
about her more than anything in the world.
I wondered if that started to change.

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 3. Unexpected

I think Joham would have been hyperventilating if he were human. Ever since Emmet
and Jasper left to get Joham, he had been slowly rocking back and forth, on his heels. I
could tell he was uncomfortable.
Um would you like to sit down for a minute, Joham? I asked.
Uh, sure. Joham sat on the couch. As soon as he sat, I heard a car on the street. I
could tell by the engine that it was no other than Jasper and Emmet. Joham heard it too
and he quickly rose.
Ill just stand.
I heard the crunch of the gravel as the car turned onto the driveway. A couple of
long, awkward minutes past and the engine turned off in front of the house. Three doors
opened at different times and all closed at the same time. I heard three different set of
footsteps walk slowly toward the door. It seemed like it took a really long time until they
got to the door like seconds were minutes. Theres no way I can tell, but Im sure that
if Joham was human, his heart would be beating faster that a snare drum playing eighty-
fourth notes. When the door opened, in stepped Jasper, Nahuel, and Emmet.
Hi Nahuel! I said excitedly.
Hi Bella, how have you been? He asked as I hugged him.
Good and you?
Ive been getting along alright.
We spent about five minutes greeting him and giving hugs and hand shakes when
the last person yet to greet him was Joham. Thats when it got awkwardly intense.
Long time no see, Joham said.

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 Yeah well I should be saying that to you, dad.
You know we need to talk about this like adults would, Nahuel.
No, I didnt know, and Im surprised you even know how an adult should act.
They stared at each other for an immeasurable amount of time when I heard
another familiar car engine turn on our driveway. They continued to keep their pose,
looking each other intensely in the eyes when in came Alice, Leah and Nessie.
Nahuel, Nessie screamed when she saw him.
Nahuel turned around and smiled. He gave her a hug. Hi, Nessie. Hows it
going?
Alice looked at Jasper; he nodded slightly, probably telling her that it went exactly
like how she must have seen it. Alice took a deep breath.
Hi Nahuel, long time no uh, so how have you been, Alice asked. She gave
him a hug.
Just fine.
Leah walked towards Nahuel and took his hand as she spoke. Hi, my name is
Leah, I dont think I ever introduced myself she trailed off as she looked into his eyes.
Oh hell. Edward said. I looked at him confused by his words. He looked at
me and nodded his head towards Leah and Nahuel. His hand was still in hers but they
werent shaking. They just stared into each others eyes. It took me a half a second to
realize what was happening.
My mouth fell open.
Oh hell, I said. I sure wasnt expecting this to happen. I looked at Renesmee;
her eyes grew wide as she realized what happened. Oh my goodness. Almost everyone
had a comment.
Damn. This is unexpected, Emmet said.
This is delightful! Oh how big will our family continue to get? Esme said.
Huh, is all Jasper had to say.
Wow Rosalie stuttered.
I didnt see this coming, Alice said.
I didnt either but Im glad it did come, Leah said, dazed.
Nahuel took a deep breath. I never noticed how beautiful you were.

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 Leah giggled and I could have sworn I saw her eye lashes flutter.
Weird I said. For the first time Leah stopped looking at Nahuel to scowl at
me. I smiled. You know Bella; I think you just hate to see me happy.
No, I dont, I said defensively, but I think you just hate me for no reason.
Oh, I have a reason alright.
Really, tell me what it is, please so I wont have to deal with this anymore.
Leah clenched her jaw but said nothing. Exactly, because you dont have one, I
mumbled. This isnt like me at all. I usually dont argue with anyone like this except
Jacob, but I had five years to put up with Leah and Im tired of it. She has no reason to
hate me so much, she needs to respect me just like I respect her. They say you have to
give respect to get it; well thats a huge lie.
If it werent for you I never would have lost the love of my life, she snapped.
My mouth fell open. I had nothing to say to that.
Oh Bella, everyone loves Bella. Im so sick of it. You get everything that you
want. For once can it not be all about you? Leah ran out the front door, she was shaking
with anger.
My mouth was still hanging wide open. I realized that she is absolutely right. I do
get everything that I want, and even more. There might be a couple of road bumps here
and there but my life is practically perfect. I cant even imagine losing the love of my life
and Im the cause of her losing hers.
Bella, Edward said, and I ran out the door. When I got outside I broke out into a
full out sprint. Not running to a particular place but just running. I looked back and no
one was behind me, that am good. I continued to run and I didnt know I was running to a
certain place until I got there. I found myself at me and Edwards valley. I couldnt really
remember the last time I was here. I never noticed that we stopped coming here. Its even
more beautiful than I remembered. I sat down on the ground. Today is sunny so my skin
reflected little lights all over the grass around me. I closed my eyes and laid back. For
hours I thought about what happened.
I need to apologize to Leah, thats probably all she ever wanted an apology. I
can be so selfish sometimes. I never really thought about how she felt. She had to live for
years, seeing the love of her life with another woman. I dont think I would have

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survived. To even think about Edward with another woman. My fists clenched into tight
balls. Im making myself mad for nothing, but what I just felt Leah probably felt ten
times worse and she had to feel like this for years. Now I can see how she hates me so
much. If I were her I would hate me too.
Alice told me you would be here.
I opened my eyes. Edward was starting to sit down. I remember this place, he
said.
Edward, Leah was right. How could you fall in love with someone so selfish?
Edward lied down next to me and I laid my head on his chest, he cradled me with his
arms.
Bella, youre not selfish at all. Actually you are very selfless, and I look at it in a
whole different way. If it werent for you, Renesmee wouldnt be here would she? If it
werent for you I would still be lonely. If it werent for you Alice never would hove found
Nahuel and Leah would have never found a new love of her life. Obviously she and Paul
werent meant to be.
Youre saying this like all of this was the plan all along, I said. Like I knew
that when I came to Forks I was going to meet you and marry you and get pregnant with
Nessie. Like I knew the Volturi was going to try to kill us which caused Alice to go get
Nahuel and Leah was going to imprint in him. Im no physic. I said.
He laughed. I cant argue with that.
We didnt say anything else. We just laid there with our eyes closed.
I opened my eyes and realized it was sunset. Edward sighed.
What wrong? I asked.
Sometimes I wish I could sleep. I wish I could let my thoughts go and just relax,
but I always seem to be thinking about something. Worrying.
What are you thinking about?
The Volturi. I wish they would make up their mind. I rose up into a sitting
position.
What did I miss? Did they decide to come?
Yes and no. Edward said.
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 Edward got up too. He held me in his arms. Calm down, love. They decided to
come for about five seconds, and then they changed their mind again.
Really? Did Alice get a glimpse at what would happen if they do decide to
come?
Edward stiffened. Yes.
Tell me, I can handle it, I promise.
No. Theres nothing for you to be worrying about.
If you are worrying I want to be worrying with you, now tell me.
Edward didnt say anything.
Edward, I said. Still nothing.
Theres going to be a battle. I said. Edward stiffened a little more.
Im right. Does it get worse?
The only thing I got from Edward was rigid arms around me. So I continued to
guess.
Someone gets hurt.
Please stop guessing. Edward pleaded. That only meant one thing, Im right
again.
The injury is really bad. I said. Edward got even stiffer under my body.
I couldnt think of anything worse, but I knew that I had to guess the worst
possible thing that could happen to get my full answer. But I was scared, maybe I
couldnt handle it. I sat there for a while, preparing myself for the possible answer of my
next guess. I took a deep breath and let it out.
Someone I love, I gulped and took another deep breath, dies.
Edward was already so stiff, but not as stiff as he could be, and when I made my
last prediction, Edwards arms stiffened into hard rocks. My breathing accelerated.
Who? I finally asked.
Please Bella. Edwards voice broke.
I realized what I was doing to him and I stopped. I wanted so badly to be able to
cry, to let it all out, but I could only sit here in silence. I wanted so badly to sleep, to let
all my worries go and relax, but I cant do that either. I lied back on the ground, still in
Edwards arms, and tried my hardest to sleep.

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 Its worth a try.

We were there for hours, silent and still. Trying our hardest to relax and free our
mind.
It was unbelievably hard.
Are you ready to go home yet? Edward asked.
No, not yet.
The sun was set, the horizon was now dark. Remember, love, Alices vision are
subjective. The future can always change, and they changed their mind, they decided not
to come, again.
Yeah Edward but what if they change their minds back? We cant risk it. They
are probably just trying to shake us up and get us confused. Theyre probably playing
The Boy Who Cried Wolf on purpose. Edward Im honestly scared, I said, They know
Alice is keeping a look out. Therere playing a mind game. I refuse to fall for it, and who
knows maybe that Zahamitt guy is watching us right now.
Edward held me tightly in his arms. Please, love dont be scared. I promise
everything is going to be okay. I wont let anything happen to anyone. Trust me.
Im scared Edward. I really am, and I cant fake like I feel that everything is
going to be okay when I know its not. You already know Im a bad liar and a horrible
actress.
Please Bella dont worry, for me. Edward sounded hurt. I hated to hurt him.
Ok, I said. I wont. I took a shaky deep breath and buried my head in
Edwards collar bone. Lets go home.
Are you sure? We can stay as long as you want, Edward said.
No, I want to go.
We got up and dusted our selves off. I was still in my satin gown. Together we ran
home, to feel peace and serenity. Something I couldnt wait to feel again.

* * *

I felt perfectly fine, but I didnt want to get up. I wanted to stay in the peace, I

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wanted to stay in the serenity and as soon as I leave, I know that all that peace and
serenity would be interrupted with fear and panic. But I have to figure out this mess. I
have to stop being scared, Ive been in situations that were worse, like the time Edward
almost killed himself. Then I didnt have any time, and now I have time to figure things
out but Im so scared, terrified even.
I got up and put on some clothes my satin dress didnt really last through the
night. I looked around at my closet. I couldnt smell anymore denim jeans so I looked
around for some khakis. I realized how small my closet began to get.
Edward, my closet is getting smaller and smaller by the minute. Alice will get
tired of buying me lingerie.
Edward laughed. Alice will never get tired of buying clothes, no matter what
type they are. Last night she went and bought the whole mall to restock Renesmees
closet. But if you want us to then Ill try, Edward said. I laughed. No, thats okay. I
have fun trying different things.
There is really no point, all I see is you.
One day Im going to make you play a role. I can be like the police officer and
you could be the burglar.
Edward laughed. Yeah, but dont you think it will be kind of awkward for Alice
to go out and buy me that type of outfit?
Yeah, your right, I said, Well maybe Ill buy it myself.
When we were both dressed we walked to the house. Trying to keep our calm
peace. When we got to the house Edward grimaced.
Uh oh, he said.
I was about to ask what but I heard it myself, a loud earsplitting scream escaped
from Renesmees mouth. Edward and I walked into the already open front door.
Nessie came down the stairs in her pajamas, her arms full with nothing but pink
clothes.
What is this? she screamed, she glared at Alice.
Its clothes, what else would it be silly, Alice asked innocently.
It looks like a princess vomited all over my closet.
Nessie you cannot be mad, you said that you throw on whatever is in your closet

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so I rearranged a few things. Now you can actually look like a girl, Alice said calmly.
I didnt mean for you to go out and buy this Barbie, pretty, pretty princess glitter
crap and put it in my closet! I want my old clothes back, please, Nessie said.
Sorry, but your old clothes are gone, Alice said. Renesmees face got red with
anger and she looked like she was about to explode.
Oh calm down, Alice waved her hand. You are actually going to like it. It just
takes time. Trust me.
I dont know if I can after this, Renesmee said and she stormed back up the
stairs.
Alice sighed and became very still. I guess she was looking at the future
consequences of two things. One, what would happen if she went upstairs and talked to
Renesmee. Two, what would happen if she didnt talk to Renesmee. Alice sighed again
and went upstairs to talk to Renesmee.
I heard Leahs footsteps and got up. Joham stood up nervously. I looked at him
and shook my head no, Joham sat back down. I went outside to go confront her. When
she saw me her cheeks became slightly pink. She looked embarrassed?
Hi Bella, she said apologetically. I wanted to say sorry about snapping like
that. You dont deserve it and honestly I Im um sorry. Leah looked down at her feet,
her cheeks were now bright red.
I stood there awkwardly. There is only one word to describe how I feel right now.
Shocked. Did Leah just apologize? Wait, did Leah just blush? I stood there with my
mouth hanging wide open until she looked back at me.
Uh I felt so stupid. I wanted to say that Im sorry too. You had every right to
go off how you did, and I do get everything I want. Im sorry.
Leah smiled and reached her right hand out for me to shake. Lets call it even.
I shook her hand awkwardly. I dont know, maybe imprinting brings out the best
in ware wolves. I never thought there would be a day where Leah would actually
apologize, to me. Wait, scratch that, I never thought it would be a day where Leah would
blush. I shuddered at the memory.
Leah had already started back to the house and I followed allowing some
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awkwardness.
When I got into the house Nessie was being pushed down the staircase by Alice.
Ugh Alice, she whined.
Oh you look beautiful, just suck it up. Renesmee had pink skirt on with a white
shirt that says Princess in light pink letters a crown over the word. She had seven
silver bangles on her right wrist and an oversized ruby ring on her left hand. She wore
white flats with pink sparkles on them and her hair was pulled back in a casual curly
ponytail Nessie never had her hair in a ponytail.
Really, what did you do with my Converse?
Alice rolled her eyes. Are you guys leaving again to discuss wedding plans, I
asked.
Yeah, Alice said. I think Ill go too. Edward got up to come with me but I
declined. Oh Edward, you just stay here.
Edward sat back down confused. Ill be back, I promised. Did Edward honestly

forget the date? Today is June 18th. His birthday is in two days!
I called Alice when I got far on the road, so no one could hear me talking.
Alice is Edward planning on coming to Charlies later? I asked.
No, but he is debating.
Well call me if he decides to come. Did he really forget?
Yes, Alice laughed. He always forgets his birthday.
Thanks so much Alice. I know Edward will love this.
Dont thank me, thank Esme.
I will. I hung up the phone. It would be a long drive to Port Angeles Airport,
especially in a car. I thought about ditching the car here and running the rest of the way. I
was bouncing in the car seat.
To help lower me anxiety I turned put in a CD and listened to my lullaby but that
only made me more exited. I quickly turned off the CD played and listened to the radio. A
rock song flowed in the car, I recognized the song was from Renesmees favorite band
Paramore. I listened to the lyrics. How did we get here? I used to know you so well, is
what I heard the lead singer sing. I realized I really liked the song. After a while I began
to sing along.

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 I got to the airport before I knew it and I nearly ran at an inhuman speed to get
into the place, but when I got there the line was unbelievably long. Ugh. The rate that it
was going now I could have went on a mini hunting trip. I had to wait for forty long
minutes until I finally got to the person behind the counter.
Hello, welcome to Port Angeles Airport how may I help you. The man in his
twenties looked up at me from writing something on a note. When he looked up he froze.
He had short mahogany hair and a shaved beard. His eyes were a beautiful light green.
He smiled at me. I smiled back impatiently.
Hi, I would like two one way tickets to Houston, Texas for tomorrow morning at
nine, please.
ID please, he said. I gave it to him and waited for him to put the information
into the computer, it seemed like it took forever. I began to tap my foot impatiently.
I need you to sign here, here and here. He gave me some paper work. I
scribbled my name quickly but not too fast and pushed it to him.
So do you like to travel, because I love to travel. I sighed impatiently and put
both my hands on the counter flashing my wedding ring. The man grimaced.
Look, I glanced at his name tag, Cory, Im flattered, really but Im sure all
those people behind me wont like that you are trying to make small talk with me when
they have been waiting a long time. Now, I suggest that you hurry up and give me my
tickets. I flashed my bright, venom coated teeth. And I mean now.
The man looked scared for a second and his eyes widened, but he handed me my
tickets. Thank you. I said as I took it from his unsteady hands.
I pulled out my phone as I walked back to my car and called Esme.
Hello, she said.
Hi Esme I wanted to thank you for inviting us back to Isle Esme. I know Edward
will love it, I said.
Oh you are definitely welcome, she said.
If anything happens with the Volturi just call us and well be back on the plane,
I said
Ok darling. Have fun.
Thanks again, I said.

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 I got into the car and took a deep breath. I hope they dont come, I said to
myself, then I started the car and drove to Charlies.

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 4. Jane

I found myself bored as I sat there watching Alice, Nessie and Leah talk over wedding
plans with Sue. We were in the kitchen while Charlie and Billy watched a baseball game
in the living room. There was hardly any room in the small kitchen.
Okay, since we have that covered, we might as well choose the colors, Alice
said.
Sue thought about that for a second. I never really thought of the colors. I guess
any color is fine with me, I dont really have a favorite color. Sue said.
That just makes it more fun for me! Alice said clapping her hands together.
Oh lets do green and black, Renesmee said. I looked over to Jacob as he began
to shake from laughter. Alice shook her head and looked at Nessie.
Green and black are not wedding colors Nessie, she said.
They could be, Nessie mumbled. I rolled my eyes.
How about pink and white, Leah said. Perfect, Nahuel said staring at Leah
dreamily.
I just dont understand how you could fall in love with someone so quickly. You
dont know anything about that person, you never talked to that person, you just looked
him or her in the eyes and suddenly fall in love. They have it so easy.
I had to fall in love the hard way, though I dont regret falling in love that way. I
got to actually know Edward, and the process was hard but beautiful. Im so lucky. What
if I wanted to be selfish and stayed with my mother? What if I never moved to Forks?
One small decision directed my fate into something so undeserving and amazing. I
wonder what I would be doing right now if I never met Edward.
A life without Edward. Chills slithered down my spine. I couldnt even allow

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myself to imagine that for one second. I would probably living a normal life without him
but if I had him and he was taken away from me forever, I would probably die. I wouldnt
live, just like I wasnt living when he left. I was lifeless.
Me without an Edward is like a TV without a screen completely useless.
Pink and white!
No, green and white! Leah and Nessie were arguing back and forth about which
colors should be at the wedding. Fine, lets take a vote, Nessie said.
For those of you who would like the colors to be pink and white raise your
hand. Leah said. Alice and Nahuel raised their hands. For those of you would want
green and white raise your hand. Nessie said. Only Jacob raised his hand.
Sue? Nessie asked.
Im not voting, she said.
But its your wedding. Sue didnt say anything and Nessie looked at me.
Mom?
I think Ill get going, I sighed. Ill see you soon Sue, I said as I walked out the
kitchen. I waved Charlie and Billy goodbye but they probably didnt notice because they
were really into the game.
I closed my eyes as I shut the door behind me. Love, a sweet velvety voice said.
My eyes flashed open. Gosh Edward, you scared me. I said. He smiled my favorite
crooked smile.
How was the visit? He asked. I sighed. Uh, I dont know I said. I sighed
again.
Edward laughed. Did they decide the date yet or are they still arguing about that
too?
Well, they decided it should be on a Friday. We laughed together and started
towards the car. Surprisingly Edward drove slowly. I turned on the radio and searched
through the stations for a song. I stopped when I heard Paramores Decode song.
Edward looked at me and raised his left eyebrow. I shrugged my shoulders, leaned
back and closed my eyes as I listened to the lyrics. When we were almost home and about
to pull onto the driveway Edward eyes grew big and his mouth dropped.
What I was about to ask when his shushed me.

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 I listened hard but heard nothing important, he must be hearing someones
thoughts.
Then suddenly he opened the door and pulled me out with him. Before I could
comprehend what was happening we were running. The car not anywhere in sight.
What the hell? I asked.
Edward threw me on his back and ran in full speed. We shot like bullet through
the wet, green forest.
EDWARD! I yelled, only to be shushed again.
In thirty seconds we stopped suddenly, Edward put me down lightly and turned
around slowly. I turned around to see nothing. Then suddenly Edward was on the floor
squirming in pain. The gestures he was making looked so familiar. I remembered back in
my dim human memories when we were in Italy and
Jane!
I wrapped my shield around Edward quickly. The squirming stopped but he curled
up into a tight ball and continued to breathe heavily. My eyes grew wide when I saw Jane
appear behind a large blossomed rose berry bush. She wore no robe, but a small leather
skirt and a brown long sleeved sweater. Her black leather boots reached to her knees. A
large evil smile spread across her face as she walked toward Edward who was still lying
on the ground wound tight up into a ball.
Hello Bella, long time no see. Her high voice left a high pitch ring in my ears
and my name sounded like acid on her tongue. She stopped directly in front of him.
I clenched my jaw tightly.
What do you want Jane. What are you doing here?
Jane started slowly towards me. I crouched into my hunting pose. She stopped
and leaned her head to the left. Her long blonde hair hung straight and flowingly over her
shoulders.
Oh Bella, you are so weak, and you arent going to win.
A rough snarl slithered through my throat. What. Do. You. Want, I said. The
words came out slow and divided like each word was a new sentence.
Edward got up, his breathing still heavy. Youre stronger, he said.
Yes, arent I? Jane said smugly. She looked away from Edward and back to me.

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 Much stronger, she said. But it couldnt be possible, Edward said. I looked
at him, confused by his words.
Oh, its possible.
Whats possible? I asked, I started to get impatient.
You see Bella, there is something that your precious little Alice missed.
Jane stepped toward Edward and ran her fingers across his back. It seemed like
Edward couldnt move. I could think of only one reason for his stillness Vamir. The
name that came up when Alice was talking to us about the new trained vampires that is
now apart of the Volturi. Vamir has the ability to freeze people in their tracks. I looked
around but I sensed no one. I couldnt see, smell, or hear him. How odd.
She smiled showing her sharp teeth an evil smile.
Well, we have Michael. He has the ability to weaken and strengthen powers.
Your weak little shield wont be able to save you this time Bella.
How dare she! I crouched in my hunting pose, getting ready to spring at any time.
Jane looked at me for a second, then unexpectedly loud laughter burst though her small,
pink lips. She threw back her head in the guffaw she was in, as if she had seen something
so hilarious.
Was she laughing at me? My eyes widened and my nostrils flared.
That was the last straw, I jumped towards her like a large black anaconda. I
knocked her to the ground effortlessly in my tackle. But she had an advantage. I felt my
shield weaken, and then disappear completely. Suddenly a rush of pain sprang throughout
my whole body. It felt like millions of small needles were forced deeply into my marble
skin. I squirmed at grimaced at the pain.
Stop, I heard Edward yell. Then it stopped. I had experienced this for less than a
second, yet I lay there, gasping and breathing deeply. So this is what Edward
experienced. He went through this pain many times before.
Jane bent down to look me closely in the eyes and pushed her flat hair behind her
ear. Oh, Bella, it was nice seeing you again. I just had so much fun. Oh, and dont worry,
youll see me again. Next time, I hope your prepared, that way it will be a little more fun
destroying you.
In a flash she was gone with no trail left behind. I got up slowly, trying to keep

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my balance clearly still experiencing the shock of all the pain I just felt. I grabbed
Edwards hand and he held me.
Bella, Im so sorry, I couldnt move. Oh, Bella he whispered into my hair.
Its okay, Edward. We just have to get to everyone as soon as possible.
A complete, impossible surprise. I cant believe what just happened. Jane showed
up and the fact that she showed up isnt what surprises me but the fact that she showed
up without any warning, the fact she showed up without us knowing is what surprised
me. Its just like Edward said impossible. We ran quickly towards Charlies, not
worrying about the Volvo. The run was quick and silent. Surely we were both thinking
about what happened just moments ago. I got chills thinking about Janes unexpected
attack. Hate suddenly overflowed my body. I want to crush her, into a million pieces
Ill make sure I do that before I leave this earth. Thats a promise to myself.
When we got in front of Charlies house everyone was standing outside. The
whole wolf pack, all the Cullens, Nahuel and Joham. Im guessing Charlie was still
watching the game. Sue was probably in the house too. When we stopped in front of the
big crowd Alice ran towards me and gave me a hug.
Bella, she breathed, What happened? I pulled away and looked her in the
eyes confused by her question. If she didnt know what happened then why was everyone
here?
You honestly dont know? My tone came out sour something not intended.
I just had a vision of you and Edward on your way back. I could sense something
bad happened. I could sense something was wrong. I just dont know what.
I could only stare at her my eyebrows creased in concern. What was happening
with her visions? Im sure she would have saw me and Edward in trouble, but she didnt,
how?
I think we should discuss this more privately, Edward said.
Alice looked at him her expression plain scared and nodded.
When we got to the house I held the door open while everyone shuffled in. I
closed the door and followed everyone into the living room. I was still angry, but before,
I wasnt as angry as I should have been and some of that anger took over my calmness
now. I clenched me teeth and swallowed.

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 You all should know that on our way home, Edward and I were attacked by,
my mouth wouldnt allow her name to come out.
Jane, Edward finished for me. I studied the faces looking at me and Edward.
Alice and Renesmee looked afraid, the rest of the expressions were astonishment and
disbelief.
There is something that you missed, Alice, when you were looking into our
future, Edward started.
What? Alice said. She shook her head.
Theres someone else. His name is Michael, and he benefits them well.
Thats impossible, Jasper said clutching Alices hand in his.
No, its quite possible, Edward said, He has the ability to weaken and
strengthen others powers. Jane was quite strong when she attacked me.
No, Alice said shaking her head, I would have seen this coming. She started
to breath heavily. She was about to blow.
Alice its okay. Michael weakened my shield, actually he made is disappear
completely. For all we know Michael could have weakened your visions, I said.
NO! Alice yelled. This cant be happening, it just cant. I thought my visions
were stronger. I thought I could see easily around Jacob and Renesmee.
Well, he can only weaken or strengthen powers when hes in range, and he can
only weaken or strengthen powers one at a time.
I looked at Edward and my brows creased in concern. So when Jane attacked me,
she wasnt as strong as she was when she attacked you? I asked. Edward shook his head.
All that pain I felt, all that agony and needles werent nearly as bad as it was when
Edward was attacked. I shook my head. I couldnt even dare to imagine how that must
have felt for Edward. I shook my head again.
So when I was looking into the future before, I just completely missed a
person? Alice asked. Her voice had a hard edge to it that I never heard before. Edward
sighed, but didnt answer. Alice nodded and looked at her feet. I could only imagine how
she must feel. Weak, we relied on her visions so much and now she must feel like they
arent even compatible. I rubbed her arm sympathetically.
Its okay Alice. Everything will be just fine. But then I flinched at my own

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words. How could I say something like that? How do I know if everything is going to be
fine. For all I know, Jane could come back tomorrow with an army of vampires that has
abilities and attack us all. For all I know the Volturi can have a surprise visit with only
one reason to visit at all to destroy us. To destroy the Cullens, to destroy everything
that I worked so hard to get, to destroy my family.
To destroy my happily ever after.
The thing I just cant seem to understand is why. Why? Why would they do this?
Why would they even try to destroy us? Do they hate that badly to see us happy? Are
they intimidated by our big and still growing family? Or are they jealous? Do they
wish that everyone in their family was part of their family not because of fear but because
of love? There are so many questions, but I dont think any of them is the answer. I think
they are just evil souls with heavy hearts and when they see a too-large amount of
happiness it is their duty to crush it.
They dont care about anyone. The only three people that cares a donkeys tale
about anyone is the three brothers Aro, Caius and Marcus, and they care about no one
but each other. They probably dont even care for each other. They dont know what love
is, and they will forever be locked up in their cold little world. Their world of not respect,
but fear.
My hand fell from Alices arm flatly at my side. I sighed. So much for Edwards
birthday. We cant leave at a time like this. I clenched my teeth and my nostrils flared
open from true disappointment. I was really looking forward to that trip to Isle Esme. I
guess itll just have to wait.
My mind traveled back to my human memories of us on that island. I remembered
random things that flowed in my mind like snorkeling, feathers, and fried chicken. Then I
remembered our first night. Me sitting there on the bathroom floor wrapped in a towel,
confused about what to do next. I remember walking into the night to see Edward staring
at the moon the water stopping at his waist. I remember joining him, leaving my towel
behind on the sand. I remember how his skin looked in the moonlight, and although my
memories were blurry he still looked unbelievingly beautiful. I sighed. Oh how I miss
that island.
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people she is going to bring. She could come back tomorrow, or in a month. So we can
only do one thing prepare.
No. I think you and Bella have a plane to catch, Alice said.
I looked at her and shook my head. What is she thinking? We cant leave now,
now when the family needs us most.
Dont worry about it Bella. Let us handle it. You and Edward need a break.
Edwards birthday would be horrible if we had to sit up and worry about Jane or the
Volturi.
I looked at Edward and he looked just as perplexed as me.
I bit my bottom lip and shook my head. I cant, I cant leave in your time of
need.
No Bella. Youre going, whether you like it or not.
Want to bet, I asked.

* * *

On the plane ride to Houston I thought about all the crazy things that happened
this past week. Renesmee sneaking out, Joham coming, The Volturi, Jane coming, Alices
visions.
I shook my head.
Is there something wrong, love? I looked at Edward who sitting to my left
and reached around him to close the window.
I just know Alice would have saw Michael. I mean, how could she miss a whole
person? Its just not like her. I know she would have seen Michael, I cant explain it but
I just have a feeling. Do you think there is something we dont know?
Edward grabbed the back of my left hand and rubbed is sympathetically. Yes, I
do.
I sighed. Edward, I promise to stop thinking about this. I want you to have a
good birthday. Im going to stop bugging you with my worries. I love you. Im sorry.

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 Its okay, Bella. You have every reason to be worried.
I laid my head on his shoulder and closed my eyes as if I were falling asleep. I let
my imagination take over my worries.

Before I knew it we were getting off the plane in Houston, and soon after that, I
was standing in front of the beautifully missed beach house. I admired the house as
Edward gathered our luggage off the boat.
Its beautiful. Edward said.
Oh, was all I managed to get out.
The house looked just as I remembered. It was beautifully sitting there keeping all
our memories perfectly. I stood there for a while staring at the amazing place, lost in its
perfection.
Edward lifted me effortlessly off my feet interrupting my admiration and
carried me to the bed where I once was when I was human. Edward started to kiss my
neck quickly. I love you, he said in between hungry kisses. This is the best birthday
present ever. I laughed as I looked around at the familiar room. I pulled away my shield
and a million different memories of our honeymoon flowed in my head. Edward stopped
kissing me and looked at me deeply in the eyes. I was remembering my first time with
him, in this same room, on this same bed.
He immediately kissed me and my shield snapped back unintentionally. I laughed
as we started new memories.

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