So I ran towards Alaska, to the Denali coven. I didn't know where Edward was, but all I knew was that he was somewhere suffering with me. I made it to Juneau very quickly, but finding the Denali's was the hard part. I eventually found them by asking around the local schools. I walked up the long pathway and then knocked on the heavy chestnut colored door. It opened to reveal a gorgeous tall strawberry blonde.

"May I help you?" She asked kindly.

"My name is Bella Swan," I said. That was all she needed to hear, for she gasped and escorted me to a couch.

"But…. you're a vampire," she said confused.

"Laurent changed me," I replied in a whisper.

"Laurent? How could he? Is he alright?" she said in a blur.

"I don't know what became of him, some wolves attacked him after he bit me," I said. "Look, I didn't come here to tell you this. I need to know where the Cullen's are. Immediately. I need to find them. Just please, Tanya. Help me."

She sighed and paced around the room.

"I've been in love with Edward for a long time," she began. "Since the first time I met him. But I've seen the way he loves you. It doesn't even begin to compare to my love for him. I know you love him as much as he does you. I want you to know that you deserve him more than anyone."

I felt like crying, but I knew I couldn't.

"So, last I heard they were living in Alabama. I hope you find them, and good luck."

With that I raced out the door, heading for Alabama. I could only feel the pain of being separated from him, the pain of not hearing him say he loved me for the longest time. I wanted him close, and that pushed me to run faster. I stopped and hunted once, just catching a quick elk. I was soon on my way yet again.

At last I was in Alabama. I headed towards the nearest phone book, holding my breath as people walked by. There they were, the Cullen's. According to my calculations, they were about 30 miles from here. I ran as quickly as possible towards the house.

I came upon it, and just by looking at the door I was filled with emotion. Fear and sadness, frustration and pain, were only a few of them. I slowly knocked the door and it opened wide to reveal the last person I expected to see.

"Rosalie?"

"Bella?"
We stood there shocked for quite a while. Suddenly, Rosalie gasped and screamed, "EDWARD!!!"

I shrinked back in shock. I was sure he would be coming down the stairs, but then I realized that he would've been down here by now. I glanced at Rosalie curiously.

"You don't know, do you? Your funeral was yesterday. Everyone went, but I ran back after the service. Alice just called, and Edward's going to Italy."

"Funeral? ITALY? How could he? He… he can't!"

During my little rant Rosalie got on the phone and was now speaking with someone.

"No, Carlisle. She's right next to me. She's alive, a vampire."

They discussed for a while, and finally hung up. Rosalie glanced at me.

"Come on. We're going to Volterra."