Prologue
Dawn approached and still not all were resting. We still had much to do; the upcoming weeks would keep us Cullens all preoccupied. Although being a vampire does have its advantages, I never do seem to have enough time to do things, especially when things get tense. I forget what being a human is like, living so long makes the memories hazy and eventually they get lost. I don't remember a lot from my previous life as a human. But like people say, you cannot dwell on the past, it is unhealthy and after all I am a doctor so I should know. Not that this could harm anyone of us, no one apart from Bella that is.
Ever since Bella has entered our lives, many things have changed and for the better may I add. As Edward's father, I am so glad to see that he is finally happy and has found his reason for living. It broke my heart to see my son lost in this world unable to believe that he has a pure heart. Bella has definitely brought out the best in Edward. Never have I seen him so joyful. Only I fear for him should he ever lose Bella. I know for a fact that he could never live without her: anyone could see that from the way he is with her. Just being away from her for one second rips him apart. It is clear that Bella is his life source. Not only has she had a good impact upon Edward but the rest of the family also, except Rosalie. Esmee and I have discussed this many times, but we can still not completely comprehend why Rosalie cannot show some respect for Bella. Bella is a part of this family now. As far as us Cullen's are concerned, she is now a Cullen herself and always will be for as long as she wishes. Given time, Rosalie will come to her senses. She has no choice in the matter. Bella is with Edward, she is family now.
It is intriguing observing Bella and her human ways. Of course being a doctor I see humans every day at the hospital, but there is something different about her. Something unique. But I'll be damned if I know what it is. I can never quite put my finger on it. Perhaps it is her love and respect for our kind, for I have never seen anyone for as long as I have lived that shows the same compassion as our dear Bella Swan. After living all these years, I thought there would be little to surprise me, and yet everyday Bella surprises me in one way or another. She is the most selfless person I have known, willing to risk her life for any one of us knowing that we have strength unlike any human. No matter how strong she may act, I do worry. With all that has happened lately, I do not believe that she can cope. If anything were to happen to anyone of us, Edward especially, it would destroy her. She should not have to go through such terrible happenings. None of them should. I may be a doctor, but sometimes I feel so hopeless.