BPOV

"Alice, I really don't think that even constitutes as being a bra." I frowned at the small piece of fabric she held up. She appeared to eye the pieces of lace and flimsy fabric for a few seconds.

"It does." She stuck her tongue out at me and threw the hanger atop the pile of clothes on her arm. I sighed and blew a few strands of hair out of my face.

I know I needed a change. I'm sick and tired of the old Bella but change should happen in baby steps. I was enjoying spending time with my favorite sister but after four hours of shopping I was ready to scream. The reality of what had happened last night was starting to sink in. I couldn't rid myself of the image of a deranged Edward hovering over me. This is all my fault. If it weren't for me, Edward would still be his very rational and perfect self. Those animal control guys would still be alive. What had happened? A few months ago Edward was my entire life. And what about Alice and Jasper... Would they still be together if I had never moved here? I know that I am definitely attracted to Jasper but I know almost nothing about him. What if this is some crush and when I snap back in to reality and everything will have been ruined.

I buried my head in my hands, trying to clear my thoughts.

"Alice please… I think I have enough new clothes for right now. I am really ready to leave."

Alice looked slightly disappointed and headed to the register with the mound of clothes. "Rome wasn't built in a day."

I smiled thankfully as she paid the clerk.

We rode back to Forks in complete silence. Alice turned off of the highway in the direction of the Cullen's home. I bit my lip. I didn't feel up to facing any of them. I'm sure Rose will blame me; and what if Edward is there?

"Alice, if you don't mind, I think I'd like to go home."

Alice blinked in confusion and turned to me.

"Don't you want to attend the family meeting? You are family you know."

I fidgeted in my seat.

"You know that I think of you as my sister. All of you are my family. I love you guys. This is just a bit much for me right now and I just need some time to think."

Alice frowned. "I didn't see that coming…in fact; I can't see what you'll be doing at all."

I shrugged. "Maybe because I haven't made up my mind?"

"Maybe…"

After a few more minutes of silence, we turned on to my road.

Alice made a face. "What is that wet dog smell?"

I looked up and saw the rabbit parked behind Charlie's cruiser.

"Jacob!" I smiled. This is exactly what I needed. If anyone could get my mind off of what was going on and make me feel better, Jake was the one to do it.

We pulled into the driveway and Jacob came bounding out of the house followed by Charlie.

"Really Bella?" I smiled at the agitated Alice.

"Call me tonight Alice?"

"Of course." She stiffened as Jake opened the car door for me.

"Need a hand with those bags miss?"

"Sure Jake! I'm glad to see you!" I stepped out of the car and walked around to the trunk. Alice popped the trunk and Jacob gasped.

"Damn Bella….Did you buy the whole mall?"

I playfully elbowed him in the side. He chuckled and began gathering the bags.

Charlie walked to the car to greet Alice.

"You girls have fun?"

"Sure did Charlie. Bella endeared much longer than I thought she would."

Charlie chuckled and leaned closer to the car.

"Look Alice, I have a lot of respect for Dr. Cullen. You are welcome here any time…As for that brother of yours, if he steps one foot on this property, he is dead. Be sure to let him know."

"I'll tell him Charlie."

"Good. Now you have a good day Alice and please stay out of the woods until those mountain lions are caught and killed."

"Of course Chief Swan. Bye Bella. I call you later!"

I waved at Alice and followed Jacob into the house.

Jacob crinkled his nose at me. "You really stink Bells."

I laughed. "The same has been said about you, pup."

He turned and stuck his tongue out at me. I smiled and followed him up the stairs.

"You can just throw all that stuff on the bed."

"You kids better leave that door open!" Charlie called up the stairs.

"Sure thing, Charlie. You know you can trust me."

"Ha! Trust you? You're Billy Black's kid. I know better." Charlie smiled and made way in to the kitchen in search of another beer.

Jacob tossed the bags on to the bed. The little black thing that Alice described as being a bra slid out of a bag on onto the floor in front of Jake.

"Oh my god…" I ran to snatch it but he was too fast. He grabbed the bra and held it above my head.

"Christ Bella! That's one lucky leech." I jumped up and down trying to reach the bra but it was no use.

"Shut up Jake!" I crossed my arms and plopped down on my bed with a huff. He tossed the bra aside and sat down next to me.

"So what's up with the surprise visit?"

Jacob rolled his eyes. "Can't a werewolf just stop by to visit his leech loving best friend?" He smiled but it quickly faded.

"Jacob?"

"Look Bella, it's about those two men that were killed last night… Please don't be upset."

Oh no! The treaty... I began to toy with the zipper on my jacket.

"Okay..."

EPOV

I watched the house from the tree line. Alice pulled into the garage. She paused and cast a sad glance in my direction.

'No matter what happens, you're my brother and I love you.'

I really wish she would keep her thoughts to herself.

I'm sure that none of them are expecting to see me at this little meeting.

Those deaths were not my fault. I tried to warn Jasper…

I will make this right.

I will have my family and I will have my Bella.

Sorry for not updating guys. I know this chapter was uneventful but the next one will be action packed. Does this mean war between the Cullens and the tribe? What will happen when Jasper and Edward meet face to face at Carlisle's meeting? And what does a late night visit from a certain vampire mean for Bella? Stay tuned to find out!!!