Breaking Dawn
Chapter 3
The Visitors
Author's note at the end.. pleeeease read! Oh and enjoy!
"Other Vampires? What are you talking about?" Edward sounded more confused then concerned.
"Here, in Forks. They were at the wedding too. I thought you and your coven would be able to sense the presence of …" he paused, struggling to find the right words "…your kind. And what about your sister? Can't she predict the future or something?" He replied with arrogance. Something was different about Jacob.
"We can. Trust me; we'd know if there were any vampires on the way. Which is precisely why it's so hard to believe you. Who are these vampires you're talking about exactly?" Edward demanded. He looked more annoyed than ever. This was a side of him I've never seen. I knew how he could get, but for him to speak in that tone so irrationally… it was something more than just Jacob's sudden intrusion that must've been bothering him.
"I don't know who they are." Jacob admitted in a quiet voice.
I interjected. "It's the Vulturi." I paused looking at Edward "They're back." I whispered. The truth was dawning on me. I was scared again. I needed something to hold on to. The whole world was spinning at the sudden realization of the situation. I leaned on Edward as tears rolled down my face. Edward embraced me in his cold rocklike arms just as he always did. But he was angry; I could tell. He said nothing in response at first, just stood there, confused. He seemed totally oblivious. Resting my head on his shoulder and looking at Jacob made me wonder what it would feel like to be in his arms once more. Thinking of his warm arms around me again like the last night we spent together was comforting. Since Jacob's sudden arrival my mind seemed to be jumping uncontrollably towards old memories of us. But I had Edward now. Why wasn't that enough for me? I was pulled out of my daze by the sound of Edward's worried voice.
"They cannot be back Bella." He started. "Alice would have seen them coming, and I would never let them get anywhere near you. Surely you know that!" Edward contradicted himself. He looked hurt at the accusation. He stared deeply into my eyes. It pained me to see him like this. I stared back at him. Now was the time to tell him.
"Edward I saw them earlier today." I blurted out. "Jane was at the Church! And just now in the car, I saw Caius! I didn't want to believe it... It was as if they appeared in the blink of an eye and disappeared just as quick! I didn't want to tell you because I thought I was just imagining it. I wanted this day to be perfect… I didn't want to ruin it by telling you about my ridiculous hallucinations." He opened his mouth to respond, but his eyes shifted towards Jacob.
"You brought your friends with you as well? Anymore surprises Jacob?" Edward said so bitterly. Jake began to reply, but was cut off by Edward once more.
They continued arguing. I didn't want to listen to their debating. I knew what was coming. Figures were appearing from all corners of the forest, surrounding us. I wanted to scream, but shortly realized it was just Sam and the others. As the group approached, Edward and Jacob's conversation grew louder. By the time Sam was not but five feet away, the argument had advanced to full out yelling. I heard a snarl build up in Edward's chest. However, he was cut off by Jake's yelling.
"THAT'S NOT IMPORTANT RIGHT NOW! WHETHER YOU BELIEVE ME OR NOT, I'M HERE TO HELP! WE ALL ARE!" Jacob's voice could be heard throughout the entire meadow. Edward was quiet, we all were. He looked around at the new arrivals but didn't say a word. All that could be heard now was the soft breeze slithering around the leaves on the treetops and rippling through the long grass. I hadn't noticed before, but the sun was nearly gone by now. Clouds were forming above our heads and the extravagance of the meadow was vanishing quickly.
Jacob and Edward stared at each other, not saying a word. Not out loud at least. Jake was communicating something to Edward. I could tell by the look of understanding on Edward's face. He turned his head and stared at Sam for a moment then turned back to Jake. It was very frustrating. What were they saying? And why wasn't I aloud to hear? The only thing anyone said was "They're close… too close." It was Jacob that spoke up. He was so serious. Everyone moved abruptly closer, forming a large circle around me and Edward.
I was in the middle and Edward was standing in front of me, crouching in an alert position as if ready to attack. In front of him was Jake. I wanted to ask what was going on, but I was distracted. I watched as Jacob exploded into a werewolf. Once he had transformed, Sam copied, as did the rest of the pack. I was now surrounded by five giant, ferocious wolves and one very determined vampire. There was no need for an explanation now; I knew what—or who—must be lurking on the horizon.
I reached into Edward's pant pocket and pulled out his phone. "What are you doing?" he questioned, his back to me.
"I'm Calling Alice. We're going to need them all here." I replied. Edward turned around too quickly for me to even notice.
"I won't let anything happen to you Bella. Please trust me." He looked at me with bewilderment. "I know that you're scared, but if I had any clue…" he paused, for once fumbling with his words, "…any dependable evidence suggesting their return, I would have done everything in my power to keep them away. Even now, I won't let them touch you." Edward took a hold of my hand firmly and kissed it. "It's my fault, but I promise, you have nothing to worry about. I'll protect you with my life. I'm so sorry for putting you in this position. Please forgive me" he pleaded.
"Edward! Don't blame yourself! It's not your fault! I know that you'll protect me; I just want the rest of the family here with us. At a time like this, it'll definitely be an advantage." I tried to act as though I wasn't scared, but I knew I wasn't fooling anybody. "You said you would protect me with your life. What would I do if something happened to you for a change? If I have the chance I will do whatever it takes to save you." I closed my eyes and cringed at the thought of losing him. "Without you…" I couldn't finish. The thought brought back too many bad memories. "You have to understand that I need you just as much as you need me. We'll get through this."
As I picked up the phone to dial, Edward kissed me without warning. His entire body was tense and the kiss didn't last long but it was sincere all the same. When he let go, I couldn't help but go weak at the knees as he flashed me his favourite crooked smile. When Edward turned around, I shook my head and continued to dial Alice. It didn't take long for her to answer. Half way through the first ring I heard her pick up.
"Edward!" I heard Alice's frantic voice on the line. "What's wrong? Where are you?! I've lost my powers, Edward! I can't see the future, nothing, nothing at all! I've been too distracted with the wedding to notice, but I haven't had a single vision for the past two days now. The last one was the one with you and Bella. But other than that, nothing!! "She choked out. Alice spoke with such speed that it surprised me how I could still understand. But what was she talking about? What vision of Edward and me had she seen last?
"Alice, it's Bella I—"
"—Bella? What happened? Where are you!? I can't see anything! As far as I know there aren't any guests, no wedding toasts, no dinner, no dancing, absolutely blank! Not even the bride and groom! Please tell me you're alright! You're late! Where's Edward?" she questioned frantically.
"We're at the Meadow, Alice we—"I was interrupted yet again. But this time, it wasn't Alice.
"—Well, well, well…" This time the voice was lower and much more frightening. Worst of all, it was coming from behind me. I went white with terror. It was true, they were back. There was no mistaking the source of the voice. It was Caius. I froze in place, and dropped the phone to the ground, ignoring Alice's panicked blabbering. I heard a shuffling noise as everyone around me turned around to face the foreigner. In a flash, Edward set himself between us, bearing his teeth and a snarl erupting in his chest. Jacob and the rest of the wolves had moved much closer and were also bearing their teeth.
"Having a picnic are we? And didn't bother to invite little old me?" he taunted "I didn't expect you to forget about your friends in Volterra, but clearly I was mistaken. Beautiful ceremony though, Jane told me all about it." He grinned wickedly, his lips curling.
With these words, two more figures appeared in the middle of our circle they were both women. I recognized one of them to be Jane. Her combination of a petite frame, large eyes, and full unforgettable lips could never be forgotten. I looked over at the other figure. She was also exceptionally beautiful. Her skin must have been dark in her other life, leaving it to look awkwardly pale. She was tall end elegant and wore a familiar expression on her face. Who was she? I recognized Jane's childish voice as it echoed through the silence. She said something to Edward but spoke too quickly for my human ears to understand. A light giggle came from her left. I recognized that laugh. Once I heard the sound of her voice I realized who the mysterious woman was. It was Gianna, the Vulturi's receptionist. Although, the last time I saw her…she was human.
Author's note: Okay, I know that it takes a while to get these chapters up, but I need some inspiration! How about a little R&R?!?!? That'll get me going! I NEED SOME BRAINJIUCE PEOPLE…leave comments!...pwetty pwease?!?! Lol it's always a bit busy in my world so I try and make time to write but don't always succeeed. Sorry for the cliffy you can expect another chapter in a week or so
