The Beginning
I leaned against the cold, wet brick of city alleyway, watching the pink form ripples across the sky.
I had to admit, Volterra was probably the most beautiful city I had ever seen. Nothing compared to my love, but beautiful nonetheless.
I unfolded the letter in my pocket one last time, and read it again.
Dearest family,
I know of your concerns and disapprovals of what I have done. But do not worry, I am at peace. No matter what has happened to my being, soul or not, please know that I love you and will always remember your care. I do not want to have this, my last letter, be another proof of my argument. I just want it to be a final farewell and assurance of my happiness. I know that you are aware of my love for Bella and you must understand that she is the key to my life. Once again, I love you all and will carry you in my heart.
Do not forget me,
Edward
I nodded to myself and walked over to the mailbox, and slipped the letter in its envelope. I held it for a second more and let it fall inside.
The sun was approaching. The pink slowly turned orange as the light crept along the ancient lane. I said a silent prayer to myself as I closed my eyes and walked forward. My long dead nerves sprang to life as the last century melted through my head. I slowly lifted the shirt off my chest.
When the most important memories reached my mind, I opened my eyes to the blazing morning sun. The emotion was almost too much to bear. I took one last breath.
"Bella!" I screamed.
Then, the worst pain I had ever felt jolted and destroyed my body as a black figure whisked my body away. I could feel death rip through me.
When the black ocean subsided, I finally saw her.
"Welcome home, Edward."
