Four letter killer

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I do not own twilightFour letter killerChapter 1...::Bella's POV::...GET OFF ME! I screamed with tears running down my face.I tried pushing him off of me only to hear him laugh at my pathetic attempts. Heshushed me constantly reminding me how good it felt. It only made me want to throwup more. I felt the tears falling freely from my eyes, strangled sobs escaping

from my throat as I withered in pain waiting for him to just finish. I no longerhad the will to fight, only to whimper in protest by the time he was done.There, see Bela, that wasnt so hard, Mike said in a sickly comforting tone ofvoice.I nodded unable to do anything else. I could feel the blood pooling between mylegs as the wind blew around us, Mikes warm body no longer providing a shieldagainst the cold. Edward should be back from hunting sometime soon I thoughtfoolishly as I laid on the ground.Mike offered me a ride home, but he was too drunk to even make it two stepswithout stumbling and falling on his face.That was fun, Mike said pushing himself up to a standing position. His wordsslurred together and I knew he was still drunk. Bella, youre great.I wanted to yell. I wanted to scream. All I could do however was lay there, cold

and naked. I didnt know how long I sat there, but I knew that the sun wasstarting to rise before I heard the sound of footsteps against the dry leaves. Bythis time I was shivering, shaking really from the numbing cold. I couldnt findthe strength within the hours that I laid there to grab my clothes where Mike hadtossed them carelessly so I allowed the rain drops to hit me hoping that it wouldnumb me beyond feeling.Bella? Edwards voice was full of concern.In a flash he was besides me, his eyes assessing my current predicament. Bella,youre bleeding.Still? I looked down to see that the area on my stomach where Mike had punched mewith his ring had somehow started bleeding once more. Oh, I stated my voicelifeless.What happened? Edward asked taking his coat off and wrapping it around my body.

He scooped me up into his arms before grabbing my clothes and running towards hishouse. He didnt wait for my answer, as if knowing that I wasnt going to answerin the first place.Bella? Carlisles voice interrupted my thoughts.I looked around realizing that Edward had slowed to a brisk walk as we emergedfrom the woods. Carlisle was halfway into the drivers seat of his car when heshot back up, noticing me in Edwards arms.I subconsciously pulled the jacket closer, feeling my heart starting to race oncemore. I inched closer into Edwards hard body, attempting to make myself small andinvisible as Carlisle neared.Bella? Edward asked looking down worriedly. Bella whats wrong?I whimpered, fear overtaking any sense of common sense I once had as I nowscrambled to make myself invisible yanking Edward so his upper half was leaning

over my body.Bella, its only me, Carlisle, I heard Carlisle start. I wont hurt you....::Edward's POV::...I nearly dropped Bella when her small arms yanked me over her entire frame. Shewas shaking terribly in my arms as Carlisle kept coming closer. I tried to calmher only to have her start hyperventilating by the time Carlisle was standing nextto us.I felt a growl escaped from deep within my chest, anger bubbling to a dangeroushigh.Im going to kill Mike Newton, I growled out dangerously.Lets worry about Mike later, son, Carlisle stated, his voice soft and


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compassionate towards the anger I was currently feeling. Bring Bella into thehouse. Ill go get my bag.The wind blew, wafting the smell of Bellas blood into my nostrils. She smelleddelicious. I repressed the need to lap up the blood that was still slowly flowingfrom between her legs walking slowly into the house at human speed.Get Jasper out of here, I ordered Alice once I walked into the house.Alice took in a big whiff of Bellas blood and I growled out to her warningly. Ifyou cant stay in here you may as well leave too.

No, Im fine, she said defensively. Ill go with Jasper though.I nodded gratefully. The last thing I needed was to protect my currently brokengirlfriend from my blood obsessive brother.I ran up to my room finding the Alice had already laid out a cover on the whitecouch. Bella was still shaking in my arms, tears soaking into my shirt.Emmett went to the hospital to get a rape kit for me, Carlisle said walking intothe room. Son, are you sure you can be in here right now?No, I said truthfully, looking longingly at the blood with disgust and hunger.But Bella needs me.Carlisle nodded in understanding. Im going to examine her and thenNo! Bellas voice stopped Carlisle. I dropped to my knees in front of the couch,taking Bellas trembling hand into my own. No, dont touch me!Bella, its only Carlisle. He wont hurt you, I promised her, my dead heart

breaking as she whimpered in fear.Please Edward, she begged me, her eyes meeting my own.He needs to. We have to make sure you arent hurt anywhere elseEdward, her voice was soft, defeated.My love, I promise you he wont hurt you. I caressed her cheek taking it backinstantly when she flinched under my touch.There was a knock on my door before Emmett quickly came in, rape kit in hand. Isshe ok?I could see the anger in Emmetts eyes as she surveyed Bellas shaking form. Agrowl escaped his mouth, his thoughts murderous.Mike Newton is dead. I shivered at the thought of Emmett reaching Mike first. Iwanted to be the one to kill the boy.Settle down son, Carlisle warned. I wasnt sure which son he was warning.

Bella, Carlisle slowly started towards the couch. Bella this is going to beuncomfortable darling, but I need to checkdown thereclean you up a bitBella nodded, her hand gripping my own tightly. Youre doing good Bella,Carlisle encouraged as he started the process.I felt disgusted as Carlisle swabbed a corner before lifting it up to his nose. Hehanded me the swab and I found myself nearly wanting to throw up as the smell ofMike Newton combined with Bella overtook the room. It didnt take more than fiveminutes for Carlisle to do his thing and clean Bella up some.Im done. Why dont you go hop in the shower, Carlisle suggested packing up histhings. Rose will bring you some clothes to change into.Bella nodded, but she didnt make any motion to get up. I clasped my handstogether unsure of what to say or do. No, I know what I wanted to do, but I alsoknow that Bella needed me to stay with her at the moment. The stupid boy could

wait.While Bella was in the shower Carlisle called Charlie to fill him in on thecurrent situation.Chief Swan, Carlisle greeted.Is Bella there? I could hear the worry in Charlies voice from across the room.Yes. Edward found her earlier this morning in the forest.In the forest?Carlisle nodded, a sigh escaping his lips. I could tell that he was reluctant totell Charlie the information. I didnt blame him. The very thought of the vilerepulsive deed Mike had done was too disgusting for me to utter into words.Charlie, Edward found Bella naked, Carlisle started.


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Naked?I feel that this is a conversation that is better suited face to face. Bella istaking a shower right now, but perhaps afterwards Edward and I could bring herhome and we can discuss this in person.Is she ok? Charlie asked grasping at straws.Im afraid not Charlie, Carlisle said so quietly that I could barely hear him.Im going to kill him Carlisle, I growled out once he hung up the phone. I feltmyself pacing the kitchen shaking with rage. Im going to rip that boys head off

his stupid little body and tear him apart limb by limb!Edward, I want to see Mike punished as well, but you know you cant do that,Carlisles voice was authoritative, fatherly.WATCH ME! I roared out. He hurt her! He hurt her in the worst possible way!He will be punished Edward, but killing him is not the answer, son!Carlisle crossed the kitchen engulfing me in a hug. I tried shoving him away fromme, but he held on tight, disabling me from flinging him off without hurting him.I felt myself collapse in my fathers embrace, invisible tears streaming down myface. My angel had been hurt, and I wasnt there to protect her. I had failed atkeeping her safe. All this time I had been worried about her being hurt by thesupernatural; I underestimated the degree of hurt she could feel by humaninfliction. For that I would never forgive myself.I dont know how long I stayed in my fathers arms, sobbing in anger and grief. It

was only when Jasper walked into the room to tell me that Bella was done showeringdid I make any move to leave the safe confines of my fathers arms.Bella? I knocked on the door. The sound of her jumping in surprise did not gounnoticed by me as I opened the door.Edward? her voice was defeated.Are you ready to go home, love?She nodded, her eyes distant. I crossed the room feeling my own body flinch whenshe flinched at my touch. I tried my best to ignore her shaking form as I gentlytook her into my arms.Edward Im cold, her voice was void of any emotion.I grabbed the blanket on the couch draping it around her body. Better?Yeah.I could feel everyones eyes on us as we entered the living room. Each one had a

murderous glint to them when they saw Bellas crumpled form in my arms. Jasper wasin the corner, overwhelmed by the emotions in the room.Carlisle is in the car, Esme said coming up to us.She stroked Bellas hair stopping only when Bella made a choking sound. Bella,you come here anytime you need a girl to talk to.Thanks, Bella whispered digging her head into my chest.The car ride was silent except for the quiet purring of the engine. Carlisle droveslowly; worried that driving any faster might induce carsickness from Bella. Shedidnt argue when I took her into my arms to carry her to her room. Charlie hadopened the door before I even reached the porch. For the first time Charlie hadntgiven me a death stare when I entered his house. I made my way upstairs with nointent to leave.Hello Carlisle, Charlie said wearily stealing a glance at Bella.

Chief Swan, Carlisle greeted respectfully.I could hear Charlie leading Carlisle to the living room their talk beginning justas I had placed Bella on the bed. She was already asleep; silent tears slippingpassed closed eyelids. It didnt surprise me to note that Ive never seen Bella sobroken in my life, no, what surprised me most was Ive never felt so broken in my100 years of existence. Mike Newton was definitely going to pay.

Chapter 2

..::Bellas POV::..


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I slammed the door to my truck shut thanking the nonexistent gods that the parkinglot was still relatively empty. I was tired of hearing the hushed whisperswhenever I walked by a crowd of people. By now the small town had been buzzingabout what had gone down that one Saturday night. Charlie had gone over to theNewtons residence the second after the words rape and Mike Newton leftCarlisles mouth. Apparently Charlie had promised the full extent of the law wouldbe brought down on Mike.Hey! Alices voice broke through my thoughts as she jumped out of Edwards car,

which was conveniently parked next to mine.Hi, I sighed out.How are you doing Bella? Jasper asked stepping out from the back seat.I shook my head. Not good, I responded truthfully.Edward got out from the drivers side and without a word gracefully climbed ontothe hood of the truck to sit next to me, wrapping his arms protectively around myshoulder. He gave me a small peck on the cheek. I flinched.Im sorry Bella, Edward quickly apologized forgetting about our newfoundboundaries.Its ok, I reassured feeling stupid at once. Its not you, its me.Edward shook his head. No, its not, its that stupid Newton boy.Can I kill him yet? Emmett asked with genuine longing.No, you cannot kill Mike Newton, I said rolling my eyes at him.

I wish you could kill Mike Newton. I thought foolishly. I was thankful that Edwardcould not read my thoughts because I knew that he would be more than willing tomake my wish be his command.No one at school knew what happened between Mike and me. All they knew was thatthe entire Cullen clan had taken a sudden public disliking to him. He triedapproaching me once at lunch to talk about Saturday only to be met with three verymurderous glares coming from Emmett, Jasper, and Edward. He stuttered through agreeting before asking if we could talk in private only to have Emmett stand fromhis seat and issue him a warning.::flashback::I'm not hungry Edward, I groaned frustrated, pushing the full tray towards myboyfriend.I could feel Mike staring at me from across the cafeteria. The old table where I

used to sit at was full of whispers as they tried to figure out why all of asudden I had ditched them and took to sitting with the Cullen clan completely.Usually Edward and I traded off who moved where during lunch, but after three daysof just sitting with the Cullen kids people were starting to wonder. It didnthelp that Mike had always tried unsuccessfully to get me alone only to find that Iwas always with one of the Cullen boys at all times.Try to eat something, Edward urged pushing an apple into my hand. You haventeaten in three days.Someone will mistake you for one of us if you dont eat soon, Emmett said tryingto lighten the mood.If I were one of you I would have been able to fight off Mike, I muttered.The table was quiet again and I knew they all heard me perfectly well. Edwardshook with repressed anger, or maybe guilt, before yanking his tray and standing

to throw it out. I could hear him trying to even out his breathing.Alice gave me a hug when she saw me flinch under Edwards sudden movement. He knewbetter than to move at vampire speed around me. Dont mind my brother Bella.I nodded concentrating on the apple in my hand. Why did I have to be human andhave to eat to survive? I attempted to eat on Sunday only to have it come back upjust minutes later when the image of Mike on top of me flashed in my head. Edwardwanted me to eat. I had to do at least try.I took a bite allowing the crunching sound to deafen my hearing momentarily as Ihalf chewed on the stupid apple. Edward was back his hand slipping into my freeone his eyes willing me to take another bite.Youre doing good, love, he encouraged.


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I took another bite before my stomach churned dangerously. I nearly gagged tryingto swallow the second bite. Im done, I said placing the apple into Edwardshand.Edward got up reluctantly to throw away the apple. He knew better than to push memore than he already had.Out of the corner of my eye I saw Mike stand from his chair. He slipped his handsthrough his hair before letting out a loud sigh. He shoved his hands into hispocket slowly making his way towards my table. I let out an involuntary gasp

wishing that I could become invisible. I felt my heart starting to race, a sound Ithought the entire cafeteria could hear.Edward was by my side in a flash, pushing human speed. I heard a low growl escapefrom deep inside his throat; his teeth exposed as the vampire venom made themshine an unnatural white color.He had his arm over me and I struggled with the desire to hide my face within hischest.He wants to talk to you, Edward snarled out, disbelief evident in his voice.Please dont make me! I let out, my voice wild and uncontrolled. I felt a halfstrangled sob escape from within my lips. In response, Edward pulled me closertowards him.Emmett and Jasper had stopped talking and were now staring at Mike assessing theentire situation in their head. I could feel Jasper trying to throw waves of

calmness towards me but I felt the fear inside batting it away.Bella? Mikes voice pierced through my own labored breathing.What do you want Mike? Edwards voice was the coldest Ive ever heard in mylife.I shivered for Mike. Hi, I said unable to push the fear from my voice.Bella, can we please talk? Mike started eyeing my boyfriend and his siblingswearily.If youre going to say something to her, it will be in front of us, the warningdidnt come from Edward, but rather from Emmett who was now eyeing Mike down.I thought I saw Mike shrink under Emmetts intense glare, but he stuttered throughanother sentence. Puhpuhplease Bella, its important.If you are to apologize Mike, the apology is not accepted, Edwards voiceresponded.

Can I just have a minute with Bella, Mike snapped.The cold glares got even colder, and Mike paled a little under the intense gazes.Even Alice had a look that could kill plastered on her usually happy go luckyface.You will have no more minutes with Bella. You will not come near this table everagain. You will leave Bella alone. My brother may be too much of a gentlemen tobeat you to a pulp, but I have no problem doing it for him, Emmett growled out,standing so by the time he was done with his rant he was his full grizzle size.::end of flashback::Mike hasnt attempted to even look at me in the cafeteria since that day. He stilltried to talk to me in some of my classes, but Charlie called a couple of dayslater and ordered that he be moved from all my classes.Hey Bella! Jessicas voice broke through my thoughts as she practically skipped

on over towards my truck.I looked behind her to see the entire group curiously watching our interaction.Rose rolled her eyes at the girl pulling Emmett to stand besides her next toEdwards car. Alice and Jasper walked away to the other side of the parking lot,but I knew they were listening in on the conversation. I tried to push Edwardaway, but he only held on to me tighter.Hey Jessica, I greeted jumping down from my hood. Whats up?Edward followed suit before leaning against my car and pulling me to lean againsthim. I knew he could hear my heart racing within as I struggled to keep my facecalm and my tone of voice light. From behind Jessica conversation had completelystopped as everyone struggled to eavesdrop without being noticed. They were


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failing.I was wondering if we could talk for a moment. She eyed Edward who in turn justheld on tighter.Sure, I forced out, though my heart was pounding. Did she know? Did Mike tellher? What did she think of me?I pushed off against Edward much to his disliking. Ill be right here, Edwardreassured.I nodded my eyes searching his for any sort of strength he could muster for me.

For weeks on end now Ive been surrounding myself with the Cullens avoiding anysort of exchange with anyone else in school.Whats up Jess? I asked walking underneath a tree.I wanted to talk to you about Mike, She started.I nodded taking a deep breath, my lungs suddenly in massive need as if she hadpunched me in the stomach with that sentence. Of course the topic would be Mike. Iexpected that much, but then why do I feel the need to suddenly throw up the emptycontents of my stomach?What about Mike? I said nonchalantly.Mikes really depressed Bella. I havent seen him like this ever. His mom calledme this morning. She said that he was really upset about the whole thing. I knowsomething happened at Erics party, but Bella please, talk to him, Jess said herwords rushing out towards the end so it came out more like

butBellapleasetalktohim.Talk to him? I squeaked out.Talk to him Bella. Whatever he did, I know Mike, hes sorry for it. Ive neverseen him more sorry about anything in his entire life, Jess offered.I nodded, unable to trust my voice for the moment. I wondered foolishly how manytimes Mike had done something remotely close to this before.He wasnt himself that night, Bella. Hes just been having a rough couple ofmonths. I know Mike though, whatever it is hes sorry. Please Bella, promise meyoull talk to him. If not for him, then do it for me. She waited, searching myeyes. I nodded, not because I wanted to do it, but because I knew that I couldntstand on my own much longer.I heard the bell ring, but I made no motion of walking towards the school. My feetwere buckling from under me as my stomach churned in protest. The world was

starting to spin and I was starting to feel light headed. Mike was sorry? He WASSORRY?! I could feel myself shaking having to lean against the tree for support.Edward was there in an instant, taking me into his arms allowing me to sob againsthis cold chest. I let the tears saturate his shirt without guilt knowing that hewouldnt even notice.You dont have to talk to him, Edward said wiping the tears from my eyes.He waited patiently as I hiccupped a response, Yesyes I doI promised JessNever mind Jessica, love. She doesnt know what she is asking of you.I hurt him, I whispered in realization.Edwards snort was so loud that it made me flinch from under his arms. You hurthim? his voice raising two octaves.I nodded locking eyes with Edward. He shook his head vigorously taking me by theshoulder and making sure I didnt look away. Bella, my angel, he hurt you. You

did nothing to him that he didnt deserve.I hurt himit's my fault...No. No! NO! Edward said shaking his head in disbelief. You must not believethat lie, Bella. Please, you must not!This is my fault. I said, realization striking me.I heard a frustrated growl escape from Edward and I turned away scared to see suchanger in his eyes. Bella, I love you so much. Oh sweet heavens I love you somuch. Believe me when I say none of this is your fault. That is something I willnot stand for. Do you understand what Im saying, Bella? None of this is yourfault.I nodded, but even as I did so, with each movement of my head, I realized that


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Edward was lying through his teeth. This. Was. Entirely all my fault.

Chapter 3...::Bella's POV::...There was only one point in time when I would pass Mike without Edward or any ofhis siblings around me. Each time I passed him I didnt fail to notice the darkcircles that had grown a little more permanent under his eyes with each passingday. Our friends would watch our awkward interaction, which usually involved me

pushing desperately pass the crowds of people in search for my English class whereI knew Jasper was waiting for me. It was the same story each day. I would throw myhands around Jaspers neck, strength leaving my body knowing that I didnt have tothrow up any false walls around him. He would manipulate my emotions, calming themso I could focus on something besides my racing heart. Today was no different.Does she even notice Mikes sulking? I heard from in front of me.I looked up to see Lauren talking to Jess, apparently unaware of how close wetruly were.I talked to her this morning and it was as if she didnt even care about Mike,Jess said shaking her head.Poor Mike. I wonder what happened, Ive never seen him so dejected, Laurenmused.I dont know, he wont talk to me! Im so worried about him, Jess sighed. Bet

Bella doesnt even notice. Shes so selfish sometimes!I slowed down not wanting to hear anymore of the conversation. I was beingselfish. Mike was hurting. Dejected. My world was once again spinning as I triedto comprehend the words I just heard.Bella? I heard Jaspers voice from somewhere within the crowd, but even then itfelt distant.I started to feel light headed, the world starting to turn black. I noticed theground coming very close very fast, and I braced myself for impact, but it nevercame. Instead I felt two strong arms grasp at mine, slowly lowering me to theground. I looked up to see Jasper looking at me worriedly.Im texting Edward, He announced whipping out his phone and texting myboyfriend. You nearly fainted over there. Are you ok?Jazz, Im going to be sick, I stated before turning to the side and dry heaving.

Of course I cant get sick, I havent eaten anything in days. What was there to besick with? So I just sat there dry heaving, Jasper rubbing my back soothingly.Bella? Edwards voice cut through the air and I could hear him sprinting towardsus, dropping to his knees and picking me up into his arms. What happened? heasked Jasper.I saw her following Jessica and Lauren. I was waiting for her at the door like Ialways do, but then she started to stumble. Her eyes spun to the back of her headlike she was about to faint. I grabbed her just before she hit the pavement.When was the last time you ate? Edward asked lifting his arms as if to signal hefelt my weight loss.I dont remember, I admitted.He nodded. Im going to call Charlie and ask him to call Bella out the rest ofthe day. Edward said to Jasper who nodded in agreement. Can you get the homework

for the classes you guys have together?No! I yelped surprising even myself.Edward and Jasper gave me weary looks and I took in a deep breath beforeexplaining myself. Charlie is worried about me enough. I dont want to give himany more cause to worry.Im worried about you, love, Edward said his golden eyes begging me to bereasonable. You need to eat.Ill eat at lunch today. Just let me stay in school, please? I begged.Edward rubbed his forehead sighing out loud. Fine, but if you dont eat today Imgoing to take you to Carlisle and ask him to feed you through an IV.I narrowed my eyes at him, That wont be necessary.


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He smiled his familiar crooked grin and Jasper laughed softly. However, I knew thethreat would be a promise if I didnt eat.Jasper led me into English, turning on his charm as he apologized for both his andmines tardiness. The teacher grunted in disapproval but said nothing more and Iknew that we were both forgiven.You said youd eat, Edward said pushing my tray closer to me.I could hear the worry in Edwards voice but I still couldnt force myself to pickup my fork and eat the horrid excuse of food on my tray. Alice was on my other

side giving me the same worried look Edward was.I will eateventually, I sighed picking up my fork.Edward watched me pick at my food, frustration evident on his face. He grumbled,but turned his back towards me to talk to his brothers.Bella, please eat something, Alice insisted.You all eat something, I grumbled annoyed.If I eat some of that Edward looked down at my tray and I watch his beautifulface contort in disgust. foodwill you eat?I raised an eyebrow. Edward once compared food to dirt. I must be in really badshape if he was offering to eat some human food just so that I could eatsomething.You dont need to Edward, I sighed placing a big bite into my mouth.I forced myself to chew and swallow. Edward gave me a wide smile, wrapping his

arms around my waist, pulling me closer towards him.Its not Mike. Its not Mike. I thought as Edward leaned in to give me a kiss. Ifelt my heart race as flashes of the event, as I chose to call it, suddenly cameto mind. My heart started racing stopping Edward abruptly mid kiss.Edward leaned in, resting his forehead on my cheek, taking in a calming breath.Sorry, I apologized immediately.No, its ok Bella, I understand, Edward said pulling away.Edward was quiet the rest of lunch. He made no further attempt to kiss me anddidnt say anything when I threw out my food three bites later. He didnt try tosay anything or pass me any notes in science or the two classes after that.Hey, Mikes voice interrupted my thoughts causing me to jump which then causedmy books to go flying from my arms.Glancing around I realized that once again all eyes were on me. I gulped trying to

remember how to breathe without going into a panic attack. My heart was racing,but I forced myself to look calm.Hi, I whispered, not trusting my voice to be any louder.I knew Cullen had class now and I know it will probably be the only Ill get totalk to you.Oh.Listen Bella, Mike said stepping towards me.I lost my cool almost immediately and stepped back only to trip on one of myforgotten books, landing on my butt. Mike took another step forward offering mehis hand. I slid further away, unable to fight the flashbacks in my mind.::flashback::Bella! Mike yelled over the music a goofy smile on his face.Charlie had insisted that I go out with my other friends besides Edward. He was

more than ecstatic when I had told him Edward would be gone for the weekend to gohiking with his dad. He was even more pleased when I mentioned hanging out withAngela and some of the other people from school.Hey Mike! I yelled back.It seemed like half of Forks High School was packed into the tiny house. Thefurniture had been moved out of the way to make way for a make shift dance floorwhere a few people were dancing. I wondered foolishly about what Edward wouldthink about me being at a party like this.Wheres Cullen? Mike asked looking around me. When he didnt see Edward hissmile got even wider.Hes out of town for the weekend. Hes with his dad.


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Sweet! Mike grinned putting his arms around me.He laughed when I rolled my eyes and squirmed out of his grasp.Im going to go get a drink or something, I said excusing myself from thepotential awkward situation.I heard him burst out laughing when I tripped on someones shoes sending me flyinginto another person. The house was way too small for that many people. I found thekitchen as crowded as the rest of the house. The music was way too loud, butpeople didnt seem to mind. I wondered if anyone else besides me was getting a

headache from the music.Bella! Erics voice greeted spotting me in the kitchen.Hey Eric!Ive never seen you at one of these before, he said, a red plastic cup in hishand.I could smell the alcohol and I repressed the urge to gag. Yeah, its not usuallymy thing. Edwards busy though and Angela really wanted me to come over.He grinned. Yeah, surprised youre not hanging out with Edward. Arent you guysusually together?Hes out with his dad this weekend. I thought Id take the opportunity to see ifyou guys were staying out of trouble. I looked around the room and spotted a fewsophomores making out. I guess not.Yeah, its usually not this crazy, he explained.

He turned around and walked away to go mingle once more, leaving me standingawkwardly by the cups, which I had no intentions of drinking from anymore.Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, laughing and drinking their way throughthe night.I went to the living room to find the place even more crowded than when I came in.This was obnoxious. If only Charlie knew how much of a better influence Edward wason me than all my other friends. I searched the room for my jacket intent oncalling it a night after a mere 30 minutes when Mike once again appeared in frontof me.Hey Bella, he grinned.Mike, are you drunk? I asked sniffing the plastic cup in his hand.Lauren somehow found us, leaning on Mike for support with a drunken smileplastered on her face. Ignore Mike. This is probably the first time Ive ever

seen him even a little messed up.He shook his head. Im not drunk, he slurred.Lauren and I both laughed at his drunken attempt to be sober. I think Im goingto leave now. I am tired, I said yawning falsely.Wait Bella. Can we go outside? Mike said carefully trying not to slur his wordstogether. Listen Bella, I know this is probably the only time Ill ever get totalk to you Mike said leading me away from the house.::end of flashback::Bella, Mike said coming closer, pleadingly.No, get away from me. I managed to gasp out.Somewhere within me I knew I was starting to hyperventilate. I had crawled upagainst a locker in the few short seconds I was on the floor. Reason had left meentirely as I tried to escape from Mike.

Bella, Mike pleaded. Please Bella, Im not going to hurt you.I shrank further into the locker as Mike stepped closer. If it was possible Iwould have opened the locker and hidden myself in there. I could hear the crowdwatching the exchange, whispers engulfing the hallway.The last bell rang and the hallway flooded with more people. They all stoppedimmediately watching the exchange between Mike and I with interest and amusement.Mike was almost hovering over me his eyes huge and round. He reached down tuggingat my arm trying to lift me up. When I refused to move his hand dug a littledeeper as he tried to help me up.Stop! I pleaded my voice was so soft I wondered if he even heard me.Mike. Mikes head shot up, his hand lifting away as if he just got burned. I


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cradled my arm knowing that he probably left yet another bruise. His name soundedmore like someone was growling it out loud.The crowd parted and Edward stepped out from the crowd stalking towards the bothof us. I looked up to see his eyes, dark, murderous looking. As he walked closerand closer I feared for Mikes life.I j-j-ust wanted to talk to her man, Mike stuttered out.Edward stepped in between the both of us causing Mike to stumble back a little.Edward stopped and everyone waited in silence. You Edward laughed hysterically

breaking the tense silence. You want to talk to her? After all youve done youthink you have the right TO TALK TO HER?! His roared out.He stepped forward menacingly and Mike stumbled back. I Edwards laughs werescary. I could see his hand shaking out of repressed anger. I cant believe you.Edward I said hesitantly.I could hear Edwards siblings pushing forward in the crowd trying to reach usbefore Edward did something stupid.I just wanted to apologize, Mike explained.SHUT UP! I screamed in my head.Emmett broke through the crowd first among the other siblings. He sprinted farfaster than any normal human could tackling his brother just as Edward lunged forMike. It sounded like thunder when Emmetts body connected with Edwards. Theycrashed through a window shaking the foundations of the school with their fall.

Alice, Rose, and Jasper all came to a halt next to me, their mouths hanging openas they tried processing what just happened.Thats really not good, Rose muttered staring as her husband and brother bothgot up unharmed.Chapter 4::Edwards POV::I winced as Carlisle slammed the door shut to his car nearly breaking it in theprocess. Emmett looked down following Carlisle very much looking like a puppy withhis tail between his legs.Unbelievable. Sometimes I wonder if they really are stuck with the mindset of 17and 20 year olds. Boys! Carlisle thought shaking his head as he slammed the dooropen to the house.Emmett and I barely got into the house at vampire speed before Carlisle whirled

around to stare the both of us down. Despite the fact that Carlisle was a wholehead shorter than Emmett and the same height as me he towered over the both of us.Please explain to me how in the world I heard the two of you slamming into eachother from the hospital, Carlisle said his snapping quickly to look between thetwo of us.Im not the only one who heard it too! Oh these two better start talkingYoure a vampire and you have really good hearing? Emmett tried.Carlisle snarled in response. Hardly.Esme walked into the kitchen standing besides Carlisle, a similar look ofdisbelief plastered on her usual serene face.He was towering over Bella! She was shaking like a leaf, I couldnt just leaveher there, I explained desperately.Son, you did it in front of the whole school! You put the entire school in danger.

I had no choice, I muttered. Leave Emmett out of it. None of this was hisfault.Except, the problem is that I got a call to pick up not one, but two of my sonsfrom the principles office, Carlisle pointed out. Now two of my sons have inschool suspension for fighting. However, that is not what frustrates me about thisentire predicament. No, what frustrates me most is that you two knuckleheadsexposed our entire family. Mike Newton sputtering the entire time we were in theoffice. Im sure you could hear his thoughts, Edward.Good job, freak! Rosalie interrupted stomping into the kitchen.Rose, dont call your brother a freak, Esme scolded.Now we have to move again! I hate moving! Rose cried out indignantly.


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Alice? Carlisle called.Alice glided into the kitchen followed by Jasper. She walked over to give Carlislea quick hug before jumping onto the kitchen counter. Hi dad!The sky is blue. Jaspers shirt is blue. Jasper needs a haircut. Thats a funnylooking shirt he has. Time for more shopping! YAY! And if youre still listeningget out of my head, Edward! Alice glared me when I shook my head at her.Do you see anything? Carlisle asked waving his hand around.I saw us leaving Alice offered, her voice calm and controlled.

Her eyes zeroed in on me and I could immediately tell she was hiding something. Iscanned her thoughts but they were still on Jaspers apparent need for a makeover.Wait! Did she say leaving? As in leaving Bella? My mind yelled. I let my eyes gowide, a defensive growl escaping from deep inside of me. I will not leave Bellabehind.Edward, I saw Bella as one of us. She leaves with us, Alice spoke as if she wastalking to a five year old and explaining to them that their dog died or somethinghideous of that nature.No! There has to be another solution, another outcome. Alice, theres always morethan one outcome, I said my voice wavering just a bit as I fought to keep a toneof indifference.Alice bit her lip, breaking eye contact. I waited in twisted anticipation as shecarefully blocked her thoughts from me.

There were two other outcomesWhat were they, Alice? Esme encouraged.I wished I had a heart. I wished that something inside of me could sputter at thethought of Bella being anything other than safe. I didnt know what would be anequivalence to a heart in a vampire. I wondered foolishly as I urged Alice toanswer with my eyes.I saw her dead, Alice gulped, her eyes staring, no boring, into mine. The otherfuture Edward is dead.Esme gasped a little, her eyes immediately focusing on me as she brought her handover her mouth.The last one is not a possibility, Carlisle stated, as if almost commanding it.Will she be alive in the last one? I asked Alice, pushing back the dread to theback of my throat.

I cant see that far, Alice apologized.The way I see it, just turn her already, Emmett broke through the tension.Esme responded with a light tap over the head rolling her eyes at hisinsensitivity.I will not lose a child. Especially not my first Esme thought.Oh Edward. Son, what have you gotten yourself into? Carlisle thought the concernspilling onto his features, aging him 5 years.No one touches my little brother! Ed needs to change Bella already, I want anotherlittle sister. Emmett mused.You just had to go and love a human didnt you Edward? I growled at Rosesthoughts making everyone jump back into reality.It was not my choice Rose! I griped out.Yes it is! You can forget about her. Keep her safe. Keep us safe!

Rosalie, after all youve learned about love, have you not learned that you donot choose who to love? Carlisle asked sadly, almost disappointedly.Carlisle, its not safe Rose grasped trying to justify her stance.Would you do anything for Edward, Rosalie? Carlisle asked, his voice soft andfatherly.Rose nodded. Of course, the stupid freak is my brother.Would you do anything for this family? Carlisle continued.Yes, Rose said confidently.Bella is part of this family now, Rose. Shes part of Edward. Dont you wantEdward happy? Carlisle asked longingly.I do love the kid. Edward, acknowledge this thought and Ill rip you apart myself.


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Rose bit her lip, but nodded, slumping against the wall as if she was a poutingfive year old.Did they really think I was going to put the family in danger? I shook my head indisbelief.Thanks, Rose. That means a lot. I said referring to her thoughts. But I willnot place you, or anyone in this family in any more danger than necessary. Go. Youguys can leave, and Ill take care of Bella.Alice gasped out, invisible tears wanting to spill from her eyes. She practically

flew over to me tackling me in some strange hug. I looked down raising an eyebrowas I stared at my sister who was currently gripping me like I would disappear.No! Alice nearly shouted surprising us all by her sudden display of emotion.I could feel Jasper manipulating all our emotions as I felt a sudden calm washover me. Alice let go taking two steps back, her eyes looking over me as ifmemorizing my features.If you stay Mikes going to tell. All of Forks will knowyour mind is alreadymade up, Alices voice broke.I knew that if she could cry she would have been sobbing at the moment. Jasper hadstepped forward just as Alice dropped to the ground, her body shaking in quietsobs.This is stupid! If you wont bit her then I will, Rose snarled out.She was out the door faster than even we as vampires could comprehend, running

towards my Bellas house. How did a simple conversation about being called out ofwork to pick up two sons turn into this?Chapter 5::Bellas POV::As the mirror cleared, the steam was replaced with an even more repulsive image:me. I sighed slowly examining the fading bruises from my body. Mikes handprintwas now a lovely yellow barely visible from my own pale skin tone. My skin was nowno longer a jagged map of random twigs and sticks that had poked through duringMikes passionate night.I gagged at the thought of it being passionate for anyone. The thoughts of Mikessinister grin flooded my mind and I gasped out as I felt what seemed like thefifth flashback pulling on my mind that day grasps me from reality. All of asudden I felt his hands traveling around my body once more, his breath ragged as

he was engulfed in pleasure.Dont touch me! I yelled pushing as he hands slipped between my pants.Bella! Charlie. His voice was so far away.I felt someone shaking me and shrieked at the very thought of having Mike thatclose once more. I could feel still feel his flaming hot hands (in comparison toEdwards) involuntarily making their way into my underwear.Bella! It was Charlie again, this time louder.Please stop, I whispered, tears falling from my face.Bella, Bells, I felt a hand under my chin and I slammed my head to the side inattempt to get away, only to feel it connect sickeningly with the tiled wall.Jesus Christ Bells! Its meits dad!Dad? Charlie! Im safe around Charlie. I ventured to open my eyes to find myselfonce again in the bathroom. Charlie was kneeling in front of me, his eyes

glistening with unshed tears. I looked down to see the I was still only in mytowel, and Charlie had somehow broken through the flimsy bathroom lock, the doorhowever, was now hanging at a funny angle, off its hinge.Dad? I asked unsurely.Yeah kiddo, its only me, Charlie reassured, his voice expressing theawkwardness he surely felt.Whats going on? I asked realizing that I had a very bad headache.You were screaming for someone to quit touching you. I thought it was one ofyour he waved his hands in the air making circles around me in attempt to findthe right word to describe my state of being. umFlashbacks? I offered him. Continue.


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Yeah. So I came up here and the door was locked. I could hear you starting tohyper ventilate from the other side so I took my chances, Charlie trailed off.Oh.Charlie nodded. Should I take you to the hospital? That looks pretty bad.I brought my hand to my head instantly regretting it as I snapped my head backfrom the surprising burn, only to bump my head once more in the other side. Ofcourse! It would be my luck.Im fine dad. I hate the sight of blood though, I said looking down at my bloody

hands. Im tired of hospitals.He nodded understandingly. Maybe we can get Carlisle to come here and make ahouse call or something, he suggested.I nodded uncertainly. This was actually a lot of blood.Ok, why dont you get dressed and Ill go and call Carlisle, Charlie saidstanding up and helping me to my feet.I swayed a little and Charlie had to catch me mid sway when I felt the worldsuddenly start spinning.Or I can help you get dressed, Charlie offered.The poor guy looked like he had just sentenced himself to death. No. Ill befine, I said in the most convincing voice possible.Despite his hesitancy he allowed me to walk back to my room by myself. I couldhear him moving around downstairs and a couple of seconds later the sound of him

talking to someone on the phone.I jumped at the sound of Edward nearly crashing through my window. There wasabsolutely no grace in it. The second he got in he froze obviously surprised at mylack of clothing, but before I could even solidify this thought he was in aprotective crouch ready to pounce at some invisible object.Edward? I ventured.Put on cloth he sniffed the air and suddenly flew to the other side of theroom. Youre bleeding.I hit my head on the wall. Charlie is on the phone with Carlisle right now, Iexplained.He took another careful whiff of the air, his eyes turning a dark black. I couldpractically imagine the pool of venom flowing in his mouth as he took several hugegulps, his eyes shifting every five seconds to a amber color back to black. I

stood dumbfounded unsure of what to do. On one hand I could change, but on theother hand changing would mean moving and moving might entice Edward to dosomething he will regret later.After what seemed like minutes he finally registered the look on my face. Verycarefully he opened his mouth, closing swallow the venom leaking out beforeattempting to speak. Go change, he finally squeaked out.I nodded. I quickly threw on the first pair of clothes I could get a hold of, noteven caring that it was a pair of old gym shorts that were yellow and black andsome hideous pink and red shirt. Alice would be disappointed.I barely had my shirt on when another figure landed in my room. I blinked insurprise and when I opened my eyes from that one singular blink Edward was alreadyin front of me, ready to attack the newest visitor.Rosalie! I said in surprise.

In response she bared her teeth at me. Edward growled back menacingly.I took a shortcut, Edward responded to what I assume Rose was asking in herhead. Now get out!Next thing I knew Rose had nearly side stepped Edward his arm the only thingcatching a very mad Rose from getting her teeth around me.Get the hell off me Edward! She thrashed out nearly throwing Edward into a wall.Go downstairs and stay with Charlie until Carlisle arrives! Edward grunted as heshoved Rose back. When I still stood there he added, NOW!I jumped at the severity of his tone rushing down the stairs as Charlie was comingup.What the hell is going on in your room? he asked walking back up the stairs.


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You dont want to know, I muttered pulling him back down. Daddy can you make mehot chocolate?Since when do you call me daddy? he asked suspiciously.You are my daddy though, I stated innocently. And my head feels really funny. Ithink Im lightheaded.Carlisle is on his way over, Bells, Charlie said glancing towards the side of myhead where I was attacked. You must have hit that wall harder than I thought, headded quietly to himself as he walked down the stairs.

He dug around his cupboard while I sat at the kitchen table staring up innocentlyat him. The sun was setting and it fell on Charlie causing him to almost glow withthe light. Yep, I definitely hit my head harder than I thought.I touched it and felt the blood still flowing causing my fingers to stick togetheroddly. Sick!Bells? I looked up to see Charlie looking at me in concern.I gagged trying to swallow the bile rising to my throat. I hate blood.Im fii a loud crash upstairs interrupted whatever I was going to say.What the heck? Charlie muttered to himself running towards the stairs.At that moment Carlisle appeared at the front door barely muttering a greetingbefore rushing up the stairs at vampire speed. I got up despite the fact the roomwas spinning and fought the blackness as I hobbled up the stairs, my sightpulsating with my head.

I stepped into the doorway of my room in time to see Rose kick Edward off of hersending him flying to the other side of the room. He crashed through the wallbreaking the barrier between Charlie and my own room.ROSALIE AND EDWARD CULLEN, YOU BOTH STOP THIS RIGHT NOW! Carlisle demanded, hisvoice seething with authority.I saw Rose look up at me her eyes jet black. She smiled, her venom causing herteeth to glisten and before I knew it she was right on top of me. I screamed whenwe both fell to the ground, some stray pieces of my mirror piercing my skin.I shut my eyes as Rose lowered her head towards my neck, a hysterical grinplastered on her face. I waited for the venom to start the familiar burning tostart, but it never came. All around me the sounds of things crashing continued.Somewhere the sound of Charlies panicked voice barely registered in my mind.Bella! the voice sounded low as if they were saying my name in slow motion.

My head hurt and there was some small peace in the darkness. I allowed myself tostop feeling and embraced the darkness.::Edwards POV::BELLA! I yelled watching Rose fly through the room in slow motion.I watched as their bodies flew through the air connecting with the hard woodensurface of Charlies hallway. I watched as Bellas beautiful body fell on brokenglass. It wasnt until she yelled bloody murder that I sprung into action.Charlie looked green and Carlisle barely looked like he could contain his anger. Ilet myself go as I ran towards them at full speed. I threw myself onto Rosalietackling her before taking a bite at her. Her yelp of pain did little to me incomparison to Bellas.I felt a pair of hands throw me off of Rose just as I was about to take anotherbite.

I looked up to see Emmett in a protective crouch in front of Rose, growling andsnarling at me with rage. From the corner of my vision I saw the rest of my familyminus Jasper standing in shock at the amount of damage Rose and I had made.I was about to hurl myself at Emmett, anger still coursing through me whenCarlisle picked Bella up.Theres too much blood! I need to get her to the hospital. NOW, Carlisles voiceheld what sounded like panic and if I had a beating heart Im sure it would havestopped at that exact moment.Volturri are on their way, Alice said snapping out of her vision.No, if I had a beating heart it would have stopped at that exact moment.Chapter 5


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Bella's POVBeep. Beep.Now that Charlie knows, hes in danger too a muffled voice spoke somewhere frombesides me.Everything sounded so far awayIts all my faultBeep. Beep.

--Beep. Beep.Shouldnt she be waking up soon?Give her time, Edward.Beep. Beep.--Beep. Beep.When will she wake, Alice? my angels voice sounded strained, as if he waskeeping himself from crying.Soon.Shell wake, right?Beep. Beep.--

I heard the familiar rhythmic beeping of the machines that had invaded my sleep,only this time they were sharper, closer.It was quiet in the room, unlike the other times where I could have sworn I heardthe Cullens talking. I ventured to open one eye relieved to find that the room wasrelatively dark. I moved around only to find my right hand cool under a familiartouch. Edwards eyes were already trained on me, the topaz color glowing in thefaint moonlight that spilled through the shades.Bella! His voice sounded relieved.I moved to talk only to find his cool finger on my lips to stop me.Dont talk. Apparently Rose hit you a lot harder than we thought she did. Yourlungs collapsed when you arrived in the emergency room, he explained. Carlisle,she is awake, he added in a tone no louder than the hushed whisper he had usedjust seconds before.

Seconds later Carlisle walked in after knocking softly on the wooden door, Charliein tow.Good to see youre Carlisle started with a relieved smile.BELLS! Charlie cut him off rushing to the bed nearly shoving (or as much as hehumanly could) Edward out of his way, snatching my hand from Edward. Oh Imsorry! I should have taken you to the hospital as soon as I found you in thebathroom. Its my fault youre like this right now.I frowned, or as much as I could with a tube in my mouth. I really didnt think Iwas hurt that badly. I wanted to tell Charlie to stop blaming himself but Isettled on taping his head reassuringly instead.Ill get the neurologist in here, Carlisle said exiting.Just as Carlisle was leaving Alice waltzed in with Esme and Emmett in tow.Bella! Emmett bounded towards me, a happy smile plastered on his face.

Edward stepped in front of him, halting him mid-bound. His expression suddenlychanged from carefree to one of annoyance as he tried sidestepping his brother.When Edward followed him he tried pushing Edward aside only to have Edward growlsoftly.Move aside little bro. Dont make me beat you up again, Emmett warned.My eyes bulged. When did Emmett beat Edward up? The beeping increased a littlesuddenly and suddenly all eyes were on me, Emmett and Edwards little dance wasforgotten.He wont hurt me Bella, Edward reassured walking towards me. Dont worry, love.Im just worried he may forget how fragile you are right now.I glared at him hoping that it would come across as a demand for an explanation.


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I wont hurt her, Edward! Emmett said slightly hurt.Thats right because I wont let you! Charlie spoke up.If I could have laugh I would have. The thought of Charlie going up against one ofthe strongest vampires I know just looked comical in my mind.No one is going to hurt anyone, Carlisle stated from the door. What are you alldoing here? The neurologist is on his way down and I dont want to have to explainwhy my family is in a patients room after visiting hours.We came to get Charlie, Alice stated.

Charlie? Whatd they want with Charlie? My grip must have tightened on my fathershand because I received a squeeze, my father throwing me a reassuring smile as hekissed my forehead.Its ok, Bells, Charlie said.Its safer for him if he stayed at the house. Safer for all of us, Emmettexplained.A growl escaped Edwards lips once more. What did he mean safer for Charlie tostay at the Cullen house?Dont worry, love, Edward comforted.Funny, I wasnt comforted.I stared at him with a bored look, hoping that the are you kidding me?! wouldcome out loud and clear.Ill be right here, Edward promised when he saw I wasnt buying it.

Edward Alices voice sounded almost like she was pleading.What on earth was going on?! How much did I miss? And why on earth was I alreadygetting so tired?Im staying here with Bella, Alice, Edward said with such finality that Alicedecided against whatever she was going to say and instead shut her mouth.Ill see you in the morning Bells. I only stayed to make sure you woke up todaylike Alice saw, Charlie said kissing my forehead.Now I was really lost. Edward had a lot of explaining to do.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I will contuie after i get 5 positive comments on this pieace :)

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