A/N: This is my first Twilight story, though I've written for other genres. I'm trying to keep it in the style of the books, however, I will switch back from Bella and Edward's point of view. I love feedback, so let me know what you think. Chapter 1 will be up soon!
Disclaimer: I don't own anything that sounds familiar, Stephanie Myer has claim to all of that (including Edward, sigh)
Summary: Bella and Edward are faced with new challenges when power changes hands among the Volturi. Now, they must fight to survive and win against the forces that are determined to break them apart. Edward is dead set on protecting his Bella. But even he might not be strong enough as the situation continues to spiral out of control… set after Eclipse. Canon pairings.
Preface
Bella POV
I watched him advance on me, his eyes wild and feral. I couldn't control the shaking of my body as I backed away, slowly and evenly, trying not to make any sudden movements but still trying to put as much space between us as possible. I never thought I would ever be afraid of him. I tried begging with him, pleading with him, but he didn't seem to hear me. The hot tears uncontrollably slipped down my face as I tried to think quickly, trying to find a way to save us both. I needed to find something to end this before regrettable moves were made.
I closed my eyes and remembered quickly how we had gotten to this point. I swallowed hard as I gently turned the ring on my left hand. It almost seemed to burn into me now. He growled deep in his chest and his top lip curled up. My quivering worsened as I took a slightly larger step back. My heel caught in the uneven floor and I tumbled backwards. For what seemed like the first time in a long time, I didn't have a pair of strong arms to catch me. I hit the ground hard, my elbows breaking my fall a bit by slamming into the cold, hard concrete. I cried out in pain but I barely had time to register the hurt. I was more worried about other things now.
As soon as I fell, his stalking stance eased. It turned into an attack position, and as he lunged at me, my screams purged any rational thoughts from my mind.
A/N: So that's the preface! I have chapter one ready to go so I promise to post it soon. Drop me a review and let me know if you're reading. Thanks! :)