A Dangerous Journey
BPOV
"Edward why do you have to go?" I asked, my voice cracking.
"Bella," he sighed, trying not cry. "You know that it's the last thing I want to do, but I need to fight for my country."
"How am I going to survive without you for a whole year?"
"I don't know, Bella. I don't know. Just know that I love you, and I'll always come back for you no matter what," he vowed.
"I love you." I said, hoping my tears wouldn't fall.
"Will you write to me?" asked Edward gently.
"Every day, if I can."
"Tell me everything that's going on."
"I will." I forced a wan smile on my already-pale face.
"If you ever feel sad or scared, think of all the memories we've shared together."
"I'll try, but it won't be the same without you."
"I know love, I know."
2 days later
Today was the day that my other half was leaving me. I know I have to be strong, but it's just so hard. It feels like my heart is being torn.
"Why?" I screamed at no one in particular. "Why is this happening to me?" What did I do to deserve this?"
A moment later, Edward came rushing into the room gathering me up into his arms.
"Shhh, love, calm down. You're scaring me."
"Sorry," I mumbled, burying my face into his shirt.
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"C'mon, love, it's time to go."
"No, please don't leave me. Please," I begged.
"You know, that I'd rather stay with you if I could, but I can't."
I nodded silently, not trusting my voice.
When we reached our destination, I couldn't take it anymore. I started sobbing uncontrollably and fell to my knees. Edward helped me up, and hugged me tightly to him. I hugged him back with as much force as I could muster, never wanting to let go. Eventually, which came too soon for my liking, I had to break away. Moments later, they called all the soldiers to the plane. Using the last strength I had, I hugged him one more time.
"I'll miss you so much," I croaked.
"Me too, Bella, me too. Don't forget to write."
"I won't."
With one last glance he was gone.