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How can I say no to that?!

So it's all her fault! Hehe : D. But I still love you, don't worry!

Disclaimer: I don't not own Twilight. Boo you whore. LOL Mean Girls.

Chapter 9

CharliePOV

Sitting down at the kitchen table with the letter clutched in my hand, I wondered, for what seemed like the thousandth time, what an earth my little Bella had gotten herself into.

The paper was wearing a little thin, after the hectic beating all my reads had caused it. The small portions of paper creased where I'd accidentally ruffled it time and time again in my anxious state.

Shaking my head and frowning, I unfurled the note once again. I could probably have said it word for word, not needing the letter, if reading the barely legible scrawl of Bella's handwriting did not give me so much comfort.

Dear Charlie,

I'm honestly not sure where to begin.

Well, with the whole 'vampire thing', I know it's not really the thing a father wants to hear, what with the 'undead' and the rumors and stuff, but it really is the best life I could possible have asked for. Even though technically I'm dead so it's not really a 'life'.

But as you can see, I love Edward and his family more than life itself.

The reason I'm here in Switzerland is because basically, most of the talk around Forks is true.

Mike Newton saw me when I was, I'm not sure how to put this…drinking, and he freaked out. Then I guess he told everyone in Forks and showed them the deer.

So that's the main reason the Cullen's and I had to leave so quickly. I wish there had have been more time to say goodbye to you, but we really had to leave straight away.

I wont say much else, as you really aren't even supposed to know vampires exist. You could be in danger if you know any more.

But it's because I love you that I want to keep in contact with you.

And in other news, Switzerland is great.

It's absolutely beautiful- the scenery is spectacular.

With my newfound balance I can finally enjoy the snow instead of just falling on my butt!

Know that I love you, always.

With all my love,

Bella

I sighed worriedly. This whole lifestyle of Bella's was more confronting and dangerous than I had ever thought to believe.

I only wished I could be there to protect my little girl, whatever she was doing. I hated to admit to it, but I was scared that I was unable to do even that much anymore. That I couldn't guarantee her safety.

I could only hope that Edward was able to. It was the least I was able to ask of him now.

EPOV

I was worried about Bella. She was behaving oddly, after returning from yet another hunting trip I had taken with her. Abnormally quiet, I was waiting for her to tell me what was on her mind, as I couldn't see for myself, but, going on at least two hours of silence now, my patience was wearing thin.

I groaned internally. This would have to stop. I didn't think I could take any more.

"Bella," I begged her. "What is it? Tell me what's wrong. Just let me in."

She glanced up at me like she hadn't even noticed I was there. This hurt me more than I cared to admit.

Still nothing.

I opened my mouth again to implore her to talk to me, but as I did so she held up one shaking finger.

At least I knew she was eventually going to answer. I just hoped I could hold on that long.

"Edward, I'm scared."

Breathing out air I hadn't known id been holding, I noticed the change on her face. There was a barely concealed emotion rippling under the surface of her skin.

"About what, love?"

Here her disguise faltered and broke, revealing the depth of her emotions.

"Edward, I'm scared for our family! And for you." She whispered, distressed, her eyes growing wide and fearful.

I looked fiercely into her eyes, hoping to dispel any misplaced torment and anguish.

"Bella, listen to me! You have nothing to fear. For as long as I exist, I will do my best to shield you from the horrors of our world. And even when I'm gone, one way or another, I will still be there. Hoping to keep you safe."

"But Edward, I love you. I love all of you! I don't know what I would do if…if…" Here she trailed off in horror, her voice curling into a sob, unable to say the words we both knew she was trying to say.

I held her in my arms, holding her head to my chest.

"You have nothing to fear." I repeated, hoping that somehow, she could believe me.

"I love you." She whispered into my torso.

"As I you. More than my own life." I replied in agreement.

And we stood in the empty forest, solitary, as we held each other tightly, while I stroked her hair.

Ok REVIEW guys. I loved writing the EPOV part- that kinda came out of nowhere, but it's good, as it will lead onto the next chapter pretty well.
Seriously, EPOV is the most enjoyable POV to write.

Ps. can someone please explain the purpose of The Super bowl?? As a person from Australia, to me it just looks like a big bunch of guys almost wrestling in the middle of a field. I don't understand what the hell is going on! Plus, it seems like it's more about the money and the partying and entertainment than the actual game.

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