This story is written by me, but most of the characters belong to Stephanie Meyers. I really enjoyed reading her books, and loved the characters she created.

Chapter 1

Many trees flew past her without a notice, the wind became cooler and the dark began to settle in. This usually would have been a problem for her, but ever since she'd been turned into this predator, her human inefficiencies did not bind her.

She'd been running for a few days without pause, running from what she'd become. She was without a doubt beautiful, godly even. Her frame was thin and toned, her face heart-shaped, and her lips full and luscious. Long red hair flowed in soft curls over her pale shoulders and down her back. She was of medium height and her clothing was torn and bloody. Gray circles had formed under her dark red eyes, giving her a sick, tired look.

She was starving, but refused to satisfy her hunger. She would never do to anyone what was done to her. She hoped, sometimes even prayed, that she'd find someone like her, someone who refused to drink human blood.

Towns, lakes, rivers, fields, and many things passed her by as she continued, unfaltering in her escape. It was a battle in her mind, part of her fought for survival and the need to feed. The other struggled with who she used to be and the need she'd grown to hate.

She had no idea now where she was or how far she'd come from what used to be her home in Southern California. She was certainly lost, without any particular destination, she'd just been wandering for the last couple of days.

The coast had stopped her path in wandering and she redirected her path in what she guessed was a northeastern direction. A surge of weakness took over her body and forced her to stop. It must have been the lack of food and rest, she decided. The rest she could do something about. Sitting down, she rested her back up against a tree and closed her eyes.

With her new heightened senses she could hear everything. She listened as the breeze blew through the grass. She could hear a creek in the distance but she wasn't sure how far it was. Just listening had calmed her some but did not cause her to forget what she was running from.

She heard something large walking nearby and decided she'd over stayed her welcome. In one quick graceful movement she stood, and began running faster than she had before. Danger was close, she smelled a foul creature, and heard his thunderous steps following her in pursuit. Quickening her pace she ran frantically towards nothing. With a quick glance behind her she saw 100 yards back, that something big and wolf-like was following her.

A whimper came out of her mouth and she tried to go faster. The trees were blurred as they passed her. She could hear he was closer now and it frightened her, but she continued running from her pursuer. Soon she broke through all the trees and into a huge clearing.

Whimpering, she ran into the clearing. Abruptly she stopped in the middle, shocked. There were probably 10 other people in the clearing. They didn't have a human smell to them, and it was odd but they smelled really pleasant. The 10 were staring at her, jaws dropped, like she was an alien.

"You have to run!" she yelled, her voice echoing through the field. "Run! Stop staring and move!" She demanded.

In a sudden movement they did what she said but they ran the wrong direction. They ran towards her! She jumped back, looking shocked. A short female with pixie like features managed to get closest to her. Slowly she moved closer and closer; she was a vampire too, they all were. The red head gasped, "You're Vampires."

The pixyish one nodded and smiled, "We are. My name is Alice Cullen, and this is my family. We'll get to their names later, what are you running from?"

"There was a," she frowned, "I'm not exactly sure what it is. It's chasing me, and it's large, furry, smelly, and very much like a huge wolf. I think it wants to kill me, we're all in danger," she added, wide-eyed.

With a worried look and one quick movement, they all circled around her just as the animal stepped into the clearing. It walked half way toward them and stopped for several minutes. Then it turned and ran back into the forest the same way it had come out. They remained in the circle for a moment more and then they all moved away to face her.

"What was that? How did you get it to go away?" she asked Alice. A handsome man stepped forward from them, he looked like could only be 19 years old.

"We will explain that to you in a moment. My name is Carlisle Cullen. Who are you? Why are you here in Forks," he asked her.

"My name is Ahnna Fairchild. I'm sorry I wasn't meaning to infringe on your territory. I've been running for 2 days, and I'm just hoping to find other vampires like me," She said softly.

He looked thoughtful for a moment, "What is it you mean by Vampires like you?" the one named Carlisle asked her. They were all watching her cautiously.

Their stares were making her quite uncomfortable. She was afraid to tell them, not sure if they would accept her thinking or not. One of the others walked over to Carlisle, he was tall, handsome, and had wavy blonde hair. She heard him whisper to Carlisle, "She's afraid."

Carlisle nodded and sighed, looking over towards another male vampire with copper colored hair. "Is she like us, Edward?" The one he asked nodded and flashed a small smile.

Suddenly she felt calm and safe. She smiled, and it was the first time since she'd been changed. "Do you hunt humans?" she asked them all curiously.

"No, we do not. We get blood from other sources." Alice answered, sounding giddy.

Ahnna grinned at this, "This is great, then maybe you can help me? I was attacked 5 days ago, when I awoke, I was reborn into this," she said in disgust motioning towards herself. "I knew what had done this to me, and I refused to become like that. I can't hurt a human; I wouldn't wish that on anyone. And so I ran from everything I knew. I had nowhere to go but I ran, and for some reason my feet brought me here. I have not eaten since I woke up 2 days ago."

Another female stepped forward, she was beautiful and classy. She smiled, "Ahnna, my name is Esme. We would be glad to welcome you into our home."

The one called Edward moved closer to her. "There is one thing you need to know first. My wife and I have a daughter who is half human half vampire. Her life will never be in danger, so we must know that you can control your hunger."

Ahnna nodded and smiled. "I passed many towns on my way here. I smelled so many humans, and their scent was beautiful, alluring even, but disgusting. I promise not to hurt your child, or anyone else I may come across. All I want is to have as normal a life as possible. I won't be a burden, and if you decide you want me to leave just say so."

Edward laughed, "We'll make sure to give you 2 weeks notice," he said with a wink. With a grin he said, "Welcome to the family!"

Esme and Alice both smiled and gave her a hug, one other female hugged her and introduced herself.

"My name is Bella. I'm Edward's wife," she told her with a warm smile.

There was one more female and two men she hadn't been introduced to yet. The tall blonde was the first to speak.

"My name is Jasper. I'm Alice's husband." He gave her a quizzical look as if judging her. "This is my brother Emmet," he pointed to an extremely built man. "And this is his wife Rosalie," the woman standing next to Emmet was gorgeous, with long blonde hair.

A smile spread across her face, "Nice to meet all of you!"

Carlisle spoke again, "We need you to feed before we take you to our house. We don't to take any chances."

Bella nodded, "I'll take her and meet back up with all of you at the house. It shouldn't take us long."

Edward smiled, "I'll tag along. I need to feed as it is." He walked to Bella's side and put his arm around her waist.

Bella laughed at the look on Ahnna's face. "You'll do fine! It comes naturally, and we'll only let you feed on animals. Now come on, follow us!" She then sprinted off into the woods, followed by Edward.

She waved a goodbye towards the others. With a feeling of elation, she ran after Bella and Edward.