Noah and Renesmee had been silently communicating for more than an hour. Now and again he would let out a laugh but then would go back to watching. She also seemed to like having someone new in the house to converse with; it'd had been a while since anyone new had visited. The moon was bright behind the dark over-hanging rain clouds when I interjected and took Renesmee in my arms. She started to nod off instantly.

I think it's time for her to go to bed.

She sleeps?

Remember she is half human Noah.

Oh yeah, I forgot. It's weird, I feel like I should be tired but I'm...just not.

Another perk of immortality.

By the time we'd finished talking; Renesmee was fully asleep in my arms. I felt Edwards warm hand rest in the small of my back.

Well I should go and let her sleep, bye guys.

We both watched as he zipped out the front door and over to observe the river near the window.

He likes you, so far you are one of the people he can trust the most Bella.

Really?

How could he not.

Edward lent down and kissed me and Renesmee on the forehead, who was in a deep sleep now. Edward took Renesmee and he walked her upstairs, walking over to the family I could hear everyone getting excited about something.

What's everyone excited about?

Bella! We're moving!

Wait Alice what?

My eyes flashed over to Jacob who was lying on the couch snoring his head off, then back to everyone who was looking at me.

Where?

Oh there's this quaint little town just over the border in Canada, always drizzly and covered. They haven't had a sunny day since last year! So Jacob will still be able to be close to us, it's only about a 30 minute wolf run away.

Oh, okay. But why Canada?

It's the only place that Carlisle could get a job.

She's right Bella, I was offered a job and it seemed about perfect. People are starting to ask questions as to why I'm not aging. We're cutting it close.

I guess I'm the one who has to tell Jacob?

Everyone shuffled around and averted their eyes in different directions attempting to start new conversations. I rolled my eyes and sighed loudly. Even though it was only a little while away he would still try and fight for us to stay. To be honest I knew it was time we left, I was excited apart from the fact that I'd have to leave my dad. He had sue now though and I could visit, I had too. It was just Jacob, who had a temper.

What's wrong my love?

My body relaxed as Edwards arms wrapped around my waist and his breath brushed against my neck. I lost my train of thought and began to indulge in more pleasurable ones, but he persisted.

Bella?

Jacob, how is he going to react?

I'm sure he'll be fine; it's only as far away as here is to Port Angeles. It'll be fine.

There was that word he always used, Fine.

I could see why he found it annoying when I did it, but part of my brain was too pre-occupied with Jacob's reaction to focus on anything else. I pulled away from Edward and walked towards the door. Edward spoke so low so only I could hear.

Bella? Where are you going?

I need to see my dad; I think it's best if I tell him alone.

All he did was shrug his shoulders and turn to look at the piano, as I jogged across the lawn to the garage I heard my lullaby fill the air. He was trying to say sorry for intruding on my privacy and feelings. I pushed my shield out so he could hear me.

You're forgiven.

A faint laugh came from inside, one that matched that crooked smile of his. Not caring what care I took I jumped into the nearest one, an average run of the mill 3 million dollar Mercedes Benz. I rolled my eyes and reversed as the car purred. Subconsciously I noticed beady eyes staring at me and the occasional exclamation as I drove past. I took comfort in knowing I could easily throw one of them into a tree...or river.

Is that Isabella Swan?

What happened to her?

Someone told me she was a drug addict and that was why she didn't come into town for like a year.

That last comment made me recognize who the nasally voice was, Jessica Stanley. I pulled over into the petrol station, and got out of the car. Standing at the door sipping on diet cola's stood Jessica and Angela. I acted surprised and smiled at them widely, waving my hand enthusiastically. I checked myself in the reflection of the car window then walked over towards them. I took satisfaction in seeing their mouths drop open and eyes widen as they took in my full profile. Times like these I wish I could read thoughts.

Wow, Bella you look like...amazing.

Thanks Angela.

She shivered as I embraced her and then let go to hug Jessica as well.

Hi Jessica and Angela how have you been?

Good, Mike and I are still together we both got into Harvard, So does Jess. We're just back here to visit our families whilst we have a break from school. What have you been doing?

Oh, Edward and I decided to go to Dartmouth, we're in our 2nd semester there.

That was easy to lie about; if I was human the blush of blood in my cheeks would've given me away but it was easy to bluff it. There was a couple of seconds of silence and then Jessica let out a sigh.

Look Bella, I really need to know what the hell has happened with you in the last year. You've been in exclusion for like whole year!

Jessica, don't be rude!

No, you guys have the right to know. You see...

In the end I lied and said that my mum had been really sick so I'd been in Jacksonville for a while, Edward had flown back and forth for a few months to see me. But my mum was better now so I could come back permantley. My new appearance on the other hand was something I couldn't lie about. Jessica kept on staring at me in the eye, which she mentioned had now changed colour.

What I don't get is that you look so different.

Oh um, well.

Your skin is like paler than usual and your voice has changed. Don't even get me started on your eyes!

I can't really tell you Jess, but I'm fine. My life at the moment is as good as it's ever been trust me?

Apologetically I leaned forward with my hands out, she surprised me when she rolled her eyes and made a snorting sound. Dramatically she spun around and walked back to their car.

I didn't mean to offend her, but I'm not lying, I...

No its okay, Bella. I respect your privacy, It's good to see you.

Yeah you too Angela, Tell Jess I'm sorry.

Don't worry about her, she's just a drama queen.

The mood lightened as we both let out a laugh and hugged. I got back into the car and revved the engine. Jessica caught my eye as I drove out of the station and flipped her hair, rolling those eyes once again. I could see our relationship hadn't improved since high school...