I'd been having a tough time with this fic, but I knew that for it's 1 year anniversary I had to give you guys something! Thanks so much for the wonderful year, guys!

For the next month, I didn't see Alec. I was somewhat disappointed. I hated myself for feeling that way, but he really had hooked me in. More twinges of pain resonated through my body as I thought about the things he'd said in front of my family. I felt so stupid for falling for his stupid game!

The Luciana girl hadn't shown up, either. I'd kept a careful eye on the news for any reports of her escaping. Quite honestly, it was terrifying to think that this girl might kill me for kissing an evil vampire. She made me wonder, too. Was she like me? She must have been if she passed the DNA tests. Then which vampire was her father? Could she have been Aro's? Could the Volturi have decided to make hybrids like me? My worried thoughts distracted me most of the day, and I found my grades slipping a point or so (not that it would matter, of course).

I was sitting at the table the twins used to use at lunch when I felt the bench move up a bit. I turned, surprised. Zach sat next to me with a wide smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye, like he had just found out the best news of his life.

"Sweetheart! How've you been? Why aren't you sitting with your friends?" The words spilled out in a jovial tone and I raised an eyebrow. He was really happy.

"I need some space, that's all," I sighed, "a lot has happened my junior year, you know."

Zach's smile faded and he grimaced before lowering his voice, "they haven't left, you know. They need their entire party together before they go back to Italy."

My eyes held curiosity as I tilted my head. "'Entire party'? I thought only the twins came to Forks?"

Zach shook his head and held his index finger to his lips. My brow furrowed in frustration as I turned my body to face him full on.

"Tell me what's going on." I stated. I held my mouth in a firm line as I glared.

"I can't tell you until Alec gives the OK," Zach replied in an apologetic tone, "all I can say is that on Halloween you should go to their house. You'll get answers that way."

I frowned. It worried me that I may be falling into some sort of trap if I listen to Zach. What if Zach was actually the secretary to the Volturi? What if he was buttering me up to kill? Halloween was only in three days…

Clearing my head of the doubtful thoughts I changed the subject.

"What makes you so happy today, then?" I asked and the blonde's features brightened considerably.

"I probably shouldn't tell you this, but all I'm gonna say is I'm in love," he whispered excitedly and my jaw dropped. He had been hooking up with Jane, I knew that, but how did he fall in love with a girl like that? Her walls were so high- much like her brother's. How was it that this human boy broke her down before I could crack Alec? It made me a little jealous.

"Wow. That's great. You're in love with… Jane?" I clarified to which the boy nodded vigorously, "does she love you too?"

"That's what I can't tell you," Zach's expression was smug, which gave me the answer anyway. Jane was in love with someone, wow. I thought, never thought that could happen.

"Well, congratulations. I'm happy for you," I replied politely before picking at my human food. I could really go for some human blood right now…

I mentally reprimanded myself in disgust for thinking that. Those were people I was talking about! I was half human! What was wrong with me?

"Thanks. We should go sit with your friends! It's better than sitting here and isolating yourself." Zach assured me as he pulled my arm. I agreed warily, only because I didn't want to be with my thoughts alone anymore. Grabbing my lunch tray, we joined my group slowly. I saw Emma and smiled slowly. I did feel bad for keeping her in the dark about all of this. I sat next to her, which seemed to surprise her.

"Hey, Emma," I said and her eyes widened. Was I that bad of a friend that it shocked her that I would talk to her?

"Yeah. Hey, Ren. Long time no see." She muttered and I pursed my lips.

"You're mad. Did I upset you?" I asked. Emma sighed.

"I know you're keeping secrets from me and I want to know why. You can tell me anything. Like if the new kid knocked you up…" The brunette trailed off and I coughed awkwardly.

"'Knocked up'? I'm not pregnant, Emma. I haven't even slept with Alec." I explained, my cheeks turning pink.

"Really? That's the rumor around here, you know. That's why everyone says he left. He didn't want to be involved."

I raised my eyebrows in shock. How did rumors become so detailed? He could have been the one to spread it, though. It was a good cover-up for not being in school. I shook my head in response to Emma.

"That's not true. I don't know anything about why Alec left. I only kissed him-"

"You kissed him?" Emma shouted and the blush in my cheeks deepened. The rest of the lunch table looked over at us, to which I stared at the table in humiliation.

"Who did Renesmee kiss?" Jackson asked, looking slightly annoyed.

"Nobody. Emma was joking." I replied before my friend could say anything else. Jackson looked suspicious, but didn't push the subject. I guess I knew who had a crush on me now. Funny how my mom was in the same boat at one point.

At least the vampire she fell in love with wasn't evil.

"Sorry," Emma whispered after the table had moved on. I smiled.

"It's fine. I'm sorry for being so distant. With the murder last month and all this other crazy stuff going on, I guess I'm having trouble focusing."

Emma nodded. "I understand. You can talk to me whenever, remember."

I smiled, "I'll remember."

XxXxX

Halloween finally came and I was anxious. I had thought about what Zach said often, and I was still unsure of whether or not I should go. During history class, I finally decided. I'd pretend to go to Emma's house for a sleepover and see Alec. I needed answers.

I met with Emma after my last class of the day and explained my plan. My friend looked worried, but I insisted that I would be alright. After some prodding, she finally agreed.

"On one condition," she told me, "you hang out with me until you go to his house and explain everything going on."

I took a deep breath and nodded. I would need to make something up to please her. "Of course. It's a deal."

Emma dropped me off at home and waited for me in the car as I packed an overnight bag. I was still at my grandparents' house, as I rather enjoyed the normalcy that surrounded my grandfather. My parents want me home, but I still wanted a bit of a "vacation" from my supernatural life. Grandpa Charlie didn't approve of a sleepover on a "school night", but thankfully I still had the charisma to stop him from ruining my plans. Running to Emma's car, I hopped in the passenger seat eagerly. I wish I wasn't so excited- Alec had used me, after all- but there wasn't anything I could do.

Emma pulled me up to her room when we arrived and locked the door. We sat cross-legged on the floor, and the brunette's expression meant business.

"Where do you want me to start?" I asked, I had decided on a cover story while packing my bag.

"What happened between you and the new kid? The tension between you two was so thick I could have cut it with a knife."

I sighed. I had been expecting more questions about who we were rather than what we were. I mulled over the question for a minute before deciding to tell her half of the truth.

"Well, we were partners for a history project at the beginning of the year. He was obviously flirting with me, but I didn't trust him at first. He acted too strange," I paused and Emma leaned forward, a clear sign to continue.

"We had to work on the project outside of class, it was a requirement. Alec and I were both done with our parts of the project, though, but he insisted I meet up with him anyway. I went to his house and we almost-" I blushed and gestured strangely in the air, feeling embarrassed, "anyway, I left before things went too far. I went home, and Jacob was waiting for me there. He kissed me again and I ran out, eventually I met up with Alec,"

"We actually kissed that time. I really liked it. I thought we might actually be a thing but then I found out that he used me." I sighed and curled my knees into my chest. I felt stupid for having these feelings. Emma's expression was sympathetic, and then confused.

"Why are you going to see him tonight, then?" She asked with her eyebrows raised.

"I want answers for why he acts so mysterious. It's not like that 'bad boy' type of mystery, either. He's something weird."

This was the part where I lied completely. I knew Emma had been absorbed in that witchcraft book, so I was going to make up the story that they are the witch twins from the passage she read me on the first day of school. Emma sat straighter, interested in where I was going with this. I felt bad for keeping her in the dark like this, but I knew that the Volturi would kill her if they found out she knew.

"I think Alec and Jane are the witch twins. They don't have any past, it's like their life started the second they enrolled in Forks High School. Their house is old and obviously abandoned, they don't have parents, and most of the things they own are antiques."

"Oh my god!" Emma shouted excitedly. I leaned back, surprised by the outburst. "Do you think that could be the case? Maybe it was fate that I read their passage the day they arrived at school! Maybe I summoned them!"

I tried not to laugh at the statement. According to my story, she could have summoned them by reading their history.

"We need to go together. I want to meet these immortal witches." Emma insisted and I shook my head in horror.

"No way! What if they curse you? I have to do this alone."

"You can't fend off two witches, Ren! You're only human!" Emma replied and I resisted the urge to snort. I'm only half human.

"I can't risk putting my friend in danger. I really can't. Please stay here, Emma? I promise to tell you everything if I make it back." I tried to joke lightly, but I could see that she was very disappointed. I felt guilty once more, but I reminded myself that I was keeping her safe by doing this.

"Fine," Emma conceded. She looked incredibly upset. I could see her brain working to try and find a way around this, she was trying to form a plan.

It was dark enough for me to excuse myself, I decided. I darted to the door with a goodbye, taking my overnight bag with me. I walked down the sidewalk alongside some young children trick-or-treating at a human pace, anxious to get to the woods so I could run.

XxXxX

I finally made it to the brightly lit house the twins were staying in about ten minutes later. I looked over my shoulder nervously. As I had noted earlier, the brain can sense when it's being watched.

Someone was out there.

I hurried to the front porch and walked in without knocking. Immediately, I hit a fleshy wall. Zach stood in front of me, donning a tightly fitting police uniform. He grinned at my confused expression, whispering a "Happy Halloween!" before disappearing upstairs.

I tried not to gag when I heard the sound of fabric ripping a few moments later.

I cautiously made my way upstairs to Alec's room, attempting to ignore the growls and moans coming from the other room. There was shuffling coming from Alec's room, as well as two voices. I opened the door curiously, and Alec jumped back from where he had pinned a girl to the wall.

"Renesmee! What the hell are you doing here?!" The vampire looked stricken and embarrassed, as he looked to the smug girl still leaning against the wall. She wore no pants, I noted, just an oversized t-shirt. Her hair was tousled slightly, and she looked rather stunning. I recognized her as the mystery girl I had begun to believe was Luciana.

I guess I was just a toy, after all.

I blinked away tears as I turned to Alec. I crossed my arms and tilted my chin up, attempting to look strong.

"I came for answers," I stated, cringing when my voice cracked. This shouldn't hurt so much…He's evil, he can't do anything but the terrible.

Alec opened his mouth and shut it again, speechless. The girl against the wall laughed and answered my question for him.

"What do you need answers for, cara?" Her tone was mocking, "I'd like to get back to what we were doing."

She gestured between her and Alec, to which he shot her a disgusted glare. I pursed my lips and stared at the ceiling, willing myself not to feel heartbreak.

"Who are you? How did no one know you were here? Why are you here?" I asked my first set of question angrily, although they were more out of hurt than malice.

"Is that all?" She asked in her still-teasing tone. She was making me feel like the child. I hated it.

"The other questions are for Alec."

The girl laughed again, her expression was both naïve and malicious at the same time. Alec looked fed up and he pulled her by her arm and threw her out of his room. I jumped back in shock. If they were mates, Alec treated her poorly.

"Don't listen in, Lucy. I'm done with the shit I have to put up with babysitting you." Alec hissed. A range of emotions crossed the girl's face before she settled on a glare in my direction. Great, now two girls Alec knew hated my guts.

"Ren, why did you come here?" Alec asked softly as he shut the door behind him. He was by my side in an instant, pulling me to the bed. I blushed.

"I already said why. Answer my questions." I responded firmly. Alec frowned.

"The girl that was in here with me is named Luciana, which I guess you've already figured out. She's Demetri's daughter," Alec began and I stopped him immediately in surprise.

"Daughter?! You mean, she's like me? A hybrid?" I asked in awe and Alec looked annoyed at being interrupted.

"Yes. Let me explain," he continued, "after Aro met you he wanted hybrids of his own. Your kind can blend in with humans as well as have a potential gift. The first to be created were of Aro's descent, but not gifted. Aro destroyed those he found useless. Amelia is the only living child of his. Her gift works much like yours, except she does not need touch to transfer her thoughts."

"The second and third were Asher and Dianne. Asher was created much like Amelia, as an experiment. He's Aro's child. He can control happiness and sadness only. His gift is too limited for Aro's liking, but both he and Marcus have a strange attachment to him. Something about a woman named Didyme," he shrugged before moving on, "Dianne was more of a gift to Athenodora, Caius' wife. She isn't gifted and is locked in the tower most of her days along with her adoptive mother."

I opened my mouth to ask where this was going and how it was relevant, but the vampire shushed me. Taking in an unnecessary breath, he carried on.

"Lucy was next. Aro wanted to see what abilities would come out of the guard's offspring. She's one of the most powerful guards we have now thanks to her ability. She's the reason no one saw us coming, she can make you disappear entirely. No scent, no trails, not even Alice can see us if Lucy has her gift over us. She and Felix's child, Ann, are normally inseparable. I'm guessing the reason she's so much trouble is because she doesn't like being away from her best friend."

He finished speaking then and looked to me, waiting for my response. I swallowed hard.

"So why are you here?" I asked, it was the one question he hadn't answered. Alec looked uncomfortable.

"Our mission was to check up on you, is all. Your gift of shield penetration is very promising."

"And what you explained to my family a month ago? Asking me to have sex with you?" I asked a bit more angrily, there were tears stinging my eyes again. Alec looked panicked.

"I lied. I'm the bad guy, remember? The villain isn't supposed to win the damsel in the end."

I huffed. "I'm not a damsel," I snapped. But part of me was touched. He did like me! He wanted me like I wanted him! I wasn't being used!

"Wait, then why were you pinning Lucy to a wall like that? Where were her pants?" I asked and Alec laughed.

"Lucy is a lot of work. She was trying to hunt humans in the area again. We've been living off bagged blood as to not draw attention to ourselves. As for the lack of breeches," he shrugged, "she thinks she's cute without them. Don't ask me why, I don't know."

I nodded, feeling slightly relieved. That's when I realized I did have feelings for Alec. This was bad.

"Ditto," Alec murmured and I realized that I'd been leaning against him. I sat back in horror, to which Alec looked disappointed. I hugged my knees to my chest once more, biting my lip. He leaned towards me, one hand extended.

"You brought your bag. Stay," he insisted as he caressed my cheek. I blushed.

"I don't trust you," a lie, "what if you're going to kill me the second I fall asleep?"

Alec laughed without humor. "I'm not going to kill you. If it brings you any comfort, Zachary is staying too and considers you a friend. He will want to protect you."

I smiled faintly. I did want to stay, I didn't want to be considered a child anymore, and I wanted Alec. It's now or never, I thought before pulling him to me.

"Kiss me again and I'll stay," I promised and Alec looked elated. Pulling me even closer, he gently pressed his lips to mine. The kiss was chaste at first, but I felt the heat as my lips moved more urgently against his. I bit his lower lip, to which he growled. The burning sensation of his venom rushed to my stomach as his tongue collided with mine and I couldn't help but whimper.

"Shh," Alec mumbled against my lips before moving down to my jaw. His mouth moved lower and I felt his tongue glide against my jugular. My blood was boiling beneath my skin, my heart racing faster than it ever had in my entire life. My grip on his shoulders tightened as a soft moan escaped my lips.

"Bite me," I whispered, my voice strained. I laid back on the pillows at the head of the bed and pulled Alec on top of me, his hands placed evenly on either side of my head. He chuckled, his red eyes blazing like fire.

"Bite you? Are you sure?" He asked and I nodded. My arms laced around his neck as my legs did the same around his waist. I felt like a monkey, holding him this way. But I really needed him to stay here. I felt that I needed this.

Alec lowered his mouth slowly to my neck, his lips kissing where his venom was still wet on my skin. I closed my eyes and waited for the sharp sting of his teeth.

I gasped when I felt the razor blade-canines pierce my neck, tears stinging my eyes. I arched my back to gyrate my hips against his and he quickly placed a hand on the small of my back to keep me there. After the initial pain of the bite, I moaned. I was dizzy from him removing my blood, but I didn't mind. I knew the blissful feeling would have lasted longer if it hadn't been for the gasp at the door.

"Vampire!" The human voice shrieked and both of us whipped our heads to the brunette standing in the doorway. I pushed against Alec to try and get him off me, but it was no use. He stood as still as a statue.

"Emma, it's not what you think," I insisted as the wound on my neck began to fade. I quickly wiped away the blood smeared on my throat. Emma looked horrified and scared before she grabbed the wooden cross from Alec's desk and threw it at him. Alec quickly dodged it, and I took the opportunity to escape from under him at my normal speed.

Emma saw and took a large step back. I put my hands up in surrender as I took a human step towards her, trying to keep her from running.

"Y-you're just like him," Emma gasped in fear as she turned to run. I quickly stopped her from getting to the staircase.

"You have to let me explain, Emma. I couldn't tell you because I wanted to keep you safe-" I couldn't even finish my sentence before my friend fell down in agony. Her screams were even louder to my ears and I ran to see what had happened.

That's when I saw Jane standing in the doorway and focusing on Emma.

"Leave her alone!" I shrieked as I crouched to pounce on the vampire. I felt a hold embrace around me as Alec held me back.

"She knows," Jane said with a cruel smile, "did you tell her, Renesmee?"

"The girl saw me drinking Ren's blood, sister. Don't bring her into this." Alec hissed next to my ear and I felt the tears begin to fall. My friend lay in agony on the floor- not even her screams were audible anymore. Lucy joined Jane's side, the same cruel look etched upon her features.

"What a pity," Jane replied in an apathetic tone. This was the Jane I feared, and I saw Zachary standing in the room behind her, he seemed to be in pain.

"You know what we have to do," Jane continued and I screamed again, thrashing against Alec's arms.

"No! She won't tell! You have to keep her alive! Leave her alone! Leave her alone!" I shouted as loud as I could as I sobbed. I couldn't save her, I should have known…

"May I have the honors, Janey?" Lucy asked, her lips curling even more against her teeth. Jane looked like she was going to protest, but it was too late. In the blink of an eye, Lucy was kneeling over Emma's body, her mouth pressed to the now open wound in her neck. I cried harder as I saw her body go limp, my breaths becoming shorter and my resistance becoming futile.

Everything went black then, and I was left with the agony of knowing my friend is dead.

This was the hardest chapter I had to write yet. Mostly because of the death of Ren's good friend. Thank you so much for sticking around and please leave a review!