"Tell me about that deal Edward," I demanded trying to sound as if I had authority over him.

"I'll tell you at the hotel," he said calmly.

"No. Tell me now," I said.

"Bella, your really starting to frustrate me. I told you I would tell you at the hotel," Edward retorted harshly.

"I know you were talking about this deal to Rose, and I know you're putting it off," I said, all the words coming together as I spoke.

"NO!" Edward said once again.

"I deserve an answer!" I yelled.

"Bella, I'm sorry but you are going to have to wait," Edward said slowly, trying to regain his control.

"Edward! Why are you doing this?" I screamed.

"I'm protecting you!" Edward burst out.

"I don't need your protection, Edward! I need Jacob!" I screamed, tears stinging up in my eyes. I turned and faced the other way. This was the first time I had ever yelled at Edward.

Why was he doing this? Jake didn't do anything that bad! He didn't even hurt me. I'm not going to end up like Emily. I know Jacob has better control than that. It was just one little mistake. But I didn't want to think about this anymore.

I stared out at the trees, when I slowly realized in despair that it was Edward's birthday.