A/N: I don't own Twilight. This is not one of my better chapters.
Chapter 8: Dance
Bella POV
We were ready to leave. All of us were armed and prepared. For the past 3 days, I had been practicing with my shield. It was perfect. I could create little bubble like thinks around people that were impenetrable and protected against any vampire power. It was exactly what we need. Over these days, I had made many friends, Zafrina being one of my closest. She had a power of her own, a power to create pictures that were either very beautiful, or very nightmarish ones. Andy really liked her power, calling it the pretty pictures. I was always worried, but she assured me she just saw 'mommy and Uncle Max under a waterfall.' That comforted me. I was dressed is a black dress. It was a long gown, with vine-work patterns on it. The hem of the dress had my initials IMS. It had a daring neckline, being low-cut. We found out we were to wear mask, so to go all out, I changed my scent, and picked a black mask with rhinestones on it. I chose to wear flat shoes. I knew grace came with vampire ability, but as a human habit, I didn't want to risk injury, especially when new were going to war. I was scared for everyone, because with great victory comes great loss. I had faith though in my shield ability, and Max's weapons. Sadly, I didn't want to risk hiding mine in a purse for fear of it being confiscated, so I had to stick it down my dress. (A/N: …….imagine her like a spy chick. Although…I could have had it ties around her leg…….naaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh.) So we were ready. I walked down the grand staircase, ready to meet up with my brother. We decided he would be my escort, to keep the Volturi off me. I sighed, as we made our exit and ran.
Rose POV
I would get to see my sister again. This time, at a formal event. I was in a really short red dress; the neckline very dramatic. Emmett was behind me, grabbing my waist. He wore a flawless black tux. We emerged from the room, and went to the great hall. There were glasses of blood on the table, but we didn't touch them yet. They were for when the party actually started. Every vampire was there already, we were just waiting for Bella. Aro, Caius, and Marcus were on the three thrones, watching the crowd. Edward was off in a corner, and Mary was hiding. She didn't want to see, hear, or smell Drew. We all knew that he would be here. The whole guard was. I sighed. I wanted to get this started, but Bella was late. Then, lights came on. The staircase was lit up with bright shining lights. There, descending the stairs was my sister on the arms of a man. I was mad about this, but I realized that just because she was with him didn't mean she loved him. Bella's grace and poise was amazing. She was confident with every stride. I looked over to my brother and could see his jaw drop.
"May I present Miss Isabella Marie Swan." Aro said. "Let the dance begin!" he exclaimed, claiming the hand of Jane. Bella looked at her escort, and he nodded encouragingly, before turning to find a partner. I could see my brother walking up to her about to make a move.
Edward POV
Aro thought it would be funny to disguise our scents. At first it was stupid, but now I was grateful. I walked up to my love. She was exquisite, her brown hair shining, and her face concealed by the mask. It gave her an exotic look. I smiled.
"May I have this dance lady?" I asked praying for a miracle. She giggled.
"You may sir." She said. I took her hand, leading her to the floor. I grabbed her waist as a slow waltz started up.
"I heard many good things from Aro about you, but the way he described your beauty is nothing compared to how I see you now." I said, laying on charm.
"Yes…..do not try to make a move on me. It would not be wise." She said stubbornly. I almost laughed.
"You do not trust men?" I asked. She shook her head.
"No I don't. I was betrayed. I cannot be mad at him though. I understand why he would not want a monster like me. It does make sense." She said. I wanted so badly to kiss her senseless and beg her to take me back. She suddenly smiled. "No more talk of me, I want to hear about you." She said.
"Well…." I started "I was in love with a beautiful mortal girl, but she wanted to be with me forever. We had so many problems in our relationship, but we overcame most of them. When she was changed, she was deceived into thinking I hadn't cared anymore. I hope to find her someday." I said. She didn't need to know that I was talking about her. Her brown eyes flashed under the mask. Then, with quick reflexes, she ripped my mask off. Tears formed in her eyes.
"It was you……I knew it." She said, and with that she ran. I was tired of her running from me. I had been through enough trying to get to this point; I couldn't let her go. So the only solution was for me to follow her.
A/N: OHHHHHHHHHHHHH EDWARD AND BELLA DANCED TOGETHER! The war has not begun yet but it will happen XD. Hopefully Bella will take Edward back. Next chapter should start with Mary POV since she was hiding from Drew. So review please.
Emmett: I wrote this poem for my Rosie
Rosie Rosie looks so fine
She is absolutely divine.
Me: That would be more like Emmett if it included a certain er element about Rose. I decided to keep it clean though XD
