Okay, some of you may be wondering why this is familiar. That's because it's the same Preface from my story "High Noon" which is done. Over. This is a reboot. Similar concept, different approach. It's still a Renesmee/Jacob story, but hopefully, one that makes sense and is canon compliant! Anyway, bear with me. I promise to update as much as possible. And don't hesitate to review. Really, it helps. Enjoy!
A light misty rain fell around us, creating a sort of hazy light through the bright green of the trees. I crouched, waiting for the enemy to attack. Looking across the clearing, I met my father's black eyes. His top lip was curled back in a fierce growl as he prepared to leap forward and attack. Beside him, my mother was crouched in position, a somehow more serene, yet similarly intense expression on her beautiful, stony face. Her dark hair hung in satiny ribbons down her back to her waist.
I looked around the circle, my overactive heart pounding as eight figures stared at me with fear in their eyes. A creature snarled from behind me, daring my family to come closer. The stinking smell of rabid animal was overwhelming. I closed my eyes, unable to watch as the end approached.
Dad, I am so sorry. I never meant for any of this to happen. I just wanted to help…
"I know." I heard his soft voice say. Tears filled my eyes as I realized this could be the last time I ever heard his voice. An angry, feral howl came from within the woods and my stomach clenched, afraid of what was coming. A lump formed in my throat as the animal's cry penetrated my soul. I opened my eyes, letting the tears fall freely as ten large figures appeared in the gloam. The largest one, a beautiful rust colored animal, threw its head back and let out a long, drawn out howl before lurching toward us.