Hey guys. This is my first fanfiction, and I hope you like it. I'll update every night (I've already finished the story – I just don't want to post it all at once). I'd love reviews. I'm open to constructive criticism, but nothing plain rude. I've posted this because 1. I love Twilight, and 2. I want to be able to learn and grow as a writer.

with love, iluvtopazeyes

Disclaimer – I, unfortunately, do not own any of Twilight, New Moon, or Eclipse. The one and only Stephenie Meyer does.

Prologue

I heard the screams erupting from the hidden chamber underground – where they'd taken us. I had my face buried into Mick's chest as if it would block the noise. As the screaming went on, I cried. It was all I could do not to rip my hair out of my scalp.

Then, it all came to an abrupt stop. The last of the screams echoed through the tunnel, then faded away. I looked up to Mick – the guard who'd let us into this nightmare. He kept pointing the way as we were walking down the path, but pointed me another direction – a direction away from the group (and the bloodthirsty monsters waiting for them).

Mick whispered, " Come with me." I nodded, and followed him. He pulled me into the shadows and told me instructions. " I'm going to help you get out of here. When will we be able to meet again?" I whimpered and said, " I'm supposed to get on the plane to go home tomorrow." He smiled darkly and replied, " Can't you stay here then? I'll make sure no one lays a finger on you."

I looked down, and he tilted my head up to meet his eyes with his forefinger. He proceeded in leaning in and gently pressing his lips to mine. When he pulled back, he whispered, " Please?"

I didn't think my answer would affect the rest of my life's story so drastically then. I didn't know my answer could have killed me, if said wrong. All I knew was that he was hot, and Italian, and possibly my soul mate. So I answered naively, " Yes."

So, what'd you think? Review please!!!