7. Memories

As we ran through the forest, I tried very hard not to think about the red spot on the cloth. So instead, I just thought about nothing in particular. I thought about Jessica and Mike. I haven't heard from them since the funeral. I wonder if they got married, if so, I hope Mike wouldn't miss me so much. I mean, yeah, I miss him, but not like miss him when I would see him kiss him, like most people. I think I'll leave the kissing for Edward. I also thought about Angela and Eric. I really did miss my friends, but I'm happy with Edward, his family, and Jacob and his werewolf group.

I wonder if Jacob knew what happened to me yet. I really hope someone would tell him. I don't want him in the dark. He's my best friend, he deserves to know. I haven't seen Seth, Embry, or Quil in a long time. Did Jacob leave the pack? I hope not, I missed the guys, especially Quil. I thought about the time Edward left, when I went to Jake's to hang out. I met Quil and Embry, and as I left, they made me laugh. I hadn't laughed in the longest time, and I finally laughed.

I could tell we were getting closer when I saw a light through the trees. I was happy we were going back to Edwards's beautiful meadow. What with the purple, yellow, and white flowers, the tall green grass swaying back and forth. The large opening at the top of the trees, pooling in light. I couldn't wait any longer, so I sprinted to the meadow as fast as I could.

I finally got to the arch way to the small meadow and stopped suddenly. I saw the whole scene; it was still the most beautiful place I could ever think of. I looked around and stopped in one particular spot. It reminded me of when Edward was gone, and I was looking for this meadow to remember him. I finally got there and saw Laurent hiding in the behind a tree. He was looking for me so that he could tell Victoria where to find me. He was going to kill me, until I saw giant wolves chase after him.

It still gives me shivers to think he might just pop out and kill me, or Edward. I didn't dare to move, I was still frightened that he could still be alive. I heard light footsteps coming closer, I knew it was Edward, who else. I looked to the ground where just one little step would put me in the sun. Edward walked ahead of me, his skin sparkling, the trees and grass shining. Edward lifted his face and stretched out his arms, his jacket falling to the ground.

He finally noticed that I wasn't with him enjoying the sun. He turned around and stretched out his hand, motioning to join him. I looked up at him; he spread a warm smile, and walked forward, taking my hand. His hand was warmer than usual, probably from the sun. He pulled me into the center, pulling me into his chest. My hands went limp across his chest. I leaned my head on him and he pulled me to the grass, the feeling of the grass tickled my arms. I moved out of Edwards arms and laid in the grass, staring at my sparkling arm. It was quiet; the only sound was the light wind brushing the grass.

Edward took a hold of my hand and put it to his face. He laid down next to me and rubbed my hand, his hands as warm as the suns heat touching my face. I closed my eyes, my eyelids turning red. I listened to everything, Edwards breathing, the wind, and the grass swaying back and forth, some birds chirping away.

Edward and I kept very quiet, just laying in the sun, our skin sparkling like diamonds glistening on the trees. Suddenly, I heard a stick break over where I remembered Laurent hiding out from when Edward was gone. My eyes flew open, my head flashing over to the noise, only to find a baby deer staring into my eyes. I stared back, just watching the big dark eyes staring back. Then he took off, his footsteps making a light thud.

"It's all right Bella," whispered Edward. "He won't come back. The pack killed him. Don't worry." Edward pulled my head down to meet his eyes.

"I know... It's just... I can't help but think that he or someone is still out there. You know that war with Victoria's army. I can't help but think that we missed one..." I whispered.

Edward pulled me into his arms, cuddling me and kissing my forehead. I cuddled back, not wanting him to let go of me. I knew it was a silly thing to say and think, but I told him what I thought, and I knew he always wanted to know what I was thinking.

"What are you thinking, Bella?" Whispered Edward, putting his hand against my hair.

"Nothing in particular just... Edward?" I whispered, stopping suddenly.

"Yes."

"Don't let go of me... "I continued in a soft whisper, hugging closer to him. Edward just hugged me back, kissing my hair and breathing in deeply.

"I won't." He promised.

We spent the day like that, hugging each other. Every once in a while Edward would kiss my hair or forehead, sometimes my wrist. The sun soon started to set, leaving long shadows of the trees. I knew we should go home, but frankly, I didn't want to move. But I sat up anyways, holding Edwards arm to my stomach. He sat up too, and kissed me on the cheek.

We stood up and started to head home. Edwards arm around my waist, while my arm was around his. I looked up at him, and found him looking at me, giving me his beautiful crooked smile. I leaned my head against his shoulder while we walked and walked. The moons light casting little shadows, the stars popping out and looking like billions of little sparkling dots.

We stared at the sky while walking home, not caring if we made it back before the sun came back up. Edward leaned his head on my head and took another deep breath.

"Do I smell good to you?" I asked, breaking the silence.

"You always do." Edward laughed quietly. "Do I not smell good to you?" He smiled

"You always do." I repeated, kissing him on the shoulder, taking a deep breath.

Edward sighed and lifted my head so our eyes met. He leaned closer and stopped just a few inches.

"I love you." He whispered, his sweet breath making my head spin.

"I love you." I whispered back.

Then Edwards's smooth lips touched mine. My breath came in a quiet gasp and my fingers knotting in his hair, pulling him closer. He stopped in his tracks and wrapped his arms around my waist, his fingers sliding up and down my spine. Then too soon he let go.

"We should get home... So we could do more things there..." whispered Edward, giving me a wink.

I smiled and leaned down for another race, Edward mirroring me. Then we darted home, the trees flashing by us. The wind was tangling my hair, my lips escaping a small giggle. I looked over at Edward to find him smiling at me and asking for my hand. My simple reply was placing my hand in his. We ran and ran through the dark forest, the trees and bushes zooming past us.

I didn't want to stop running, but I could tell we were almost home, so I started to slow down, but Edward didn't notice and he kept his speed. Suddenly I stopped by the house, Edward stopping suddenly and flashing next to me taking my hand. We walked to the door, Edward opening it for me.

I started walking down the hall but Edward caught my arm and spun me around, his lips pressing against mine. I couldn't find my balance so we banged into the wall, Edwards hands on either side of my face, while I twisted my hands around his neck. His arm then cradled around my waist, while we spun ourselves to the bedroom. He spun me to the bed, while closing the door and flashing over to me. I fell on the bed with Edward along with me, his face inches from mine.

"Aren't you glad we made it home?" Edward whispered, his breath caressing my face. Then he leaned his face closer to mine, his lips brushing my lower lip, making me shiver. Then he pressed his lips fiercely to mine, our breathing coming in as a deep breath. I moved my lips out from under his to breathe, but he just continued down my neck. After I caught my breath, I pushed his face back up to mine.

We continued the night in the bedroom, the door closed tight

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To soon the room lit up with the dim sun, rain lightly tapping the window. Edward rubbed my bare back aimlessly, while I laid on his white marble chest, running my fingers up and down. I wanted to stay like this forever, but forever was a long time.

The phone suddenly rang, making me jump out of bed and grabbing my robe, dashing for the phone. I caught it on the second ring, expecting Alice, but instead got someone totally different.

"Hello?" I asked.

"I'm sorry for what happened to you... Bella." Said a familiar voice. It was that man calling about the time.

"What? How did you know it was me?"

"Well, I did give you the time, did I not? I would think you would've guessed that I knew."

"Well, yes, but..."

"Would you like the time today?" He asked. Was he actually asking if I wanted to know when the person I cared about was getting hurt?

"Umm, yes." I replied.

"5:51 p.m." He said.

"Thank you," it sounded more like a question."Umm, will you tell me the person that will get hurt?" I asked, hopping it wasn't Edward.

"Oh just your little nudger." He said, his voice growing deep.

My nudger... Renesmee! Why is she getting hurt, she didn't do anything!

"How do you know what I called her?" I gasped, I only told Edward.

"Oh, I have my ways. Goodbye Bella, I can't wait to meet you in person. 'Click'"

Meet me in person... I'm going to meet this strange man in person? Who was he, how did he know what I called Renesmee? Whoever he was, he is really creeping me out.

I flashed back to find Edward dressed, his eyes wide with fear. I knew he heard my conversation, so he must know who my little nudger was.

"Edward," I said, my voice shaking. "We need Renesmee to be near me by 5:00, I can't live with her getting hurt."

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