Whisper Without Words

Disclaimer: I don't own Edward, Bella or any other characters except my own. . .I promise to give them back when I'm done :)

Chapter 6: Secrets Revealed

EPOV

I glared out the windshield as I drove thirty over the speed limit. So many thoughts were running through my head. . .why Bella? Why was her brother demented? What do I do now? Should I tell her my secret and help her? Was there any other way I could help her?

"Edward. . ." Bella interrupted my racing thoughts. I peeked over at her, trying desperately to see what she was thinking. But to no avail. . .silence answered me.

"Bella, what was that all about?" I asked rudely trying to get some answers. I would hate myself for this later, but right now I needed to figure out some details. She sighed and seemed to be thinking deeply, staring at her fidgeting hands.

"That was my brother." She informed me sadly, and I could smell the tears forming in her beautiful chestnut orbs. I tried to act surprised and angry, even though I was impatient to get different answers.

"Your brother? Why would he do something like that?"

"I don't know. . ." She said, now looking away from me and out her mirror. That was kind of suspicious, not to mention I could smell the regret and sadness in her answer. I was silent before I chose my next question.

"How long has this been going on? And what else has he done to you?" I asked softly this time, trying to assure her I was just trying to help.

"Ever since. . ." Her voice trailed off as she seemed to be remembering something.

BPOV FLASHBACK

I giggled as I ran through the snow, trying to escape the predator. I suddenly felt a weight on my back and came tumbling to the ground. I laughed and rolled over, pushing him off.

"Okay, you got me James." I said, brushing the snow out of my hair and clothes. He chuckled along with me and grinned from ear to ear.

"What do you want to play now?" He asked excitedly. I rubbed my chin thoughtfully, before finally coming to conclusion.

"How about. . .hide and seek?" I suggested, preparing to run as soon as he said yes.

"Sure," he shrugged, getting to his feet. I giggled again and yelled "not it!" before running away to find a hiding spot. I snuck around the yard, trying to find the perfect spot. Deciding on behind the tree house, I sat in the snow and waited to be found. Excitement bubbled within me as I prayed he wouldn't find me. But, it took longer then I thought. I heard the back door of our house open, and my father's voice calling James in. I waited, not knowing if I should come out or not. My father. . .he did bad things. I didn't want to know if he was doing that to James right now and I didn't want to end our game, but what if James needed help? I decided to wait a little longer to see if he would come back out. I shut my eyes tightly and waited for any indication that something bad was happening, while at the same time trying to take my mind to better places. What I thought was only a few minutes later, but in reality was a half hour later, the door opened again. I didn't hear any voice, so I didn't know what to expect. Suddenly, I felt a push on my back and I went face first into the snow. I came up and gasped for air, trying to find the source of the problem. I spotted James standing above me, not smiling, staring down at me.

"That wasn't nice James! Apologize!" I pouted crossing my arms and waiting impatiently for him to say sorry.

"Shut up, you little brat." He snarled bringing his leg back and kicking me in the head. I fell over in pain, sobbing immediately, trying to ignore the throbbing, intense pain. James suddenly backed away, looking worried and sad. He dashed away from me and into the trees of the forest behind our house. I lied crying in the snow, trying to figure out what just happened. My head throbbed and just thinking caused immense pain. I cried out as I fell over, unconscious. I was sure I had a concussion.

END FLASHBACK

"Ever since. . .?" I tried to get her to tell me, but she just shook her head and said "nothing". I sighed as I tried to figure out what was going on, but I figured she would tell me when she was ready. I turned onto my street, watching Bella to see if she noticed the change in direction. She seemed lost in thought, so I relaxed and continued to drive.

"Where are we going?" Bella's questioning voice sliced through the silence.

"My house," I answered shortly and calmly. This seemed to shock and slightly anger her.

"W-what? Why?" She asked, looking a little frustrated.

"Where else would we be going?" I retorted, wondering how long she would object for.

"Seattle, like planned." She answered.

"You think I'm letting you go anywhere after what just happened? Your staying at my house, we're calling the cops on that guy, and you're staying with me until he's in jail." I said firmly, trying to let her know this was not up for discussion.

"We are NOT calling the cops on my brother." She said, getting angrier by the second.

"And why not?"

"Because he's my brother and even after all he put me through, I still love him and I believe a little sliver of his old self is still alive and trying to get out. It-it just needs a little help." She explained, looking away once more after her little speech. I couldn't think of anything else to say to that. I tried to put myself in her situation, and I came up with the same thing she did.

"I guess you're right. . ." I mumbled. "But we can't just keep letting him hurt you like this. I'm still not leaving you alone. And we can do this for awhile, but sooner or later something has got to change." I could tell she wanted to question that, but let it drop. The rest of the trip remained silent as we pulled into my driveway. I listened to see if the rest of the family were home, and to my relief they weren't. That means I could explain things privately and not have to worry about them giving anything away. I smiled and opened her door for her, preparing to show her my house, and possibly more.

Okay next chapter up. It's short but I'm having trouble finding the time to write. Between clears throat personal problems and work, I have to sneak onto my computer since I'm grounded from it. . . I'll have the next chapter up by Friday at the latest. Have a nice week!

-Rae