Demetri's Point of View

With a heavy heart I gave my farewell to Bella for tonight; usually I would spend the night with her, but it's been to long since my last hunt and I didn't want to risk her safety. We had spoken a few times about my diet of human blood, she asked me to adopt the animal blood diet. The thought turned my blood cold, but I had to make these necessary steps. I was going to be a fit father, deserving of the acceptance of my mate and my son. How could I provide a safe life if I was prowling the streets, taking innocent life?

I knew this was going to be hard, but the fact that I had to seek help with this made it even more of a challenge. It wouldn't be bad, but it was the Cullen's and there wasn't a clan that I detested more… I suppose that was an unfair statement. My issue was Edward. He had been rather fond with my Bella, more than I was comfortable with. If he touched her… I'd end his miserable life.

Through the night I ran; rain sprinkled through the sky and the large moon illuminated the grand Cullen house; deep into the overgrowth of forest. It was secluded, no one would even notice their existence. Stomping up to their porch I was greeted by Carlisle Cullen; who stood firmly in front of the door. His stance was rigid, but his expression stayed light.

"Demetri, it's nice to see you." He greeted me as we stood face to face.

"Yeah, you know why I'm here." I grumbled; folding my arms across my chest. "I need some… guidance on this animal diet… you did mention you would be willing to… assist."

His eyes brightened only for a moment, before letting a frown come to his face. "Of course, although this might not be the best time."

"Why is that Carlisle, is there something going on?" I narrowed my eyes at him.

He paused, before exhaling noisily. "I'm afraid so… could you… keep an open mind?"

"I can attempt,"

Slowly Carlisle moved out of the way, opening the door to reveal the spectacle before my eyes. The smell of blood hit me instantly. In the middle of the room stood each of the Cullen's, except for the one blonde haired man; Jasper I think his name was. At their feet sat a girl, she was holding her neck; blood spilling through her fingers. She whimpered and sobbed loudly even as she looked up to make eye contact with me.

"What the hell is all this?" I turned my sights on Carlisle with a glare. "I thought you guys didn't partake in this kind of… lifestyle… why is this human girl here… who fed on her?"

"Jasper is still adjusting to our diet, this young lady came here to visit with Edward, it was a complete accident. It appears that she is his singer." Carlisle spoke glancing to each of the others with a calmness that I grudgingly admired.

"She came over to visit with Edward." I threw a glare towards him.

He met my gaze with equal hostility. "Yes, perhaps she looks familiar to you."

I gazed down at the young girl, she was pale, with blonde locks. I recognized her almost instantly. "Monica; Caius' favorite, care to explain how she got here in Forks. I thought she would return to London, to her family."

Edward glared at me with eyes completely black. "Her family didn't welcome her back, they didn't believe her story, they disowned her. She didn't know where else to go, she felt being here was the only safe place left."

"Apparently she had made a mistake." I gestured to the woman crumpled on the ground; in obvious agony. "She is in transition isn't she."

"Yes, and we will take complete responsibility for her, she won't be a danger." Carlisle interjected.

"I don't like this, having a newborn in the area with Bella and the baby." I gritted my teeth as I turned away from the rest of them. "If Bella was to get hurt… I'll kill you all myself."

Edward took a step towards me, growls rumbling from his clenched jaw. "Monica is less of a threat than you are. If you are concerned for Bella's safety maybe you should distance yourself. You live on the blood of humans, it's only a matter of time that you lose control around her."

"Edward," Carlisle reproached him. "Demetri came here tonight to get help, he has taken the first step to better himself. You of all people shouldn't be quick to condemn others, you had your own struggles as well."

I was thankful that at least someone wasn't being a complete asshole here.

"Carlisle is right, I'm here to learn and be the kind of man that Bella and Darrius deserve." I gave Edward a hateful glance before looking to Monica. "I'll make sure this never happens to Bella… until she is ready of course."

At my words I watched as Edward flashed forward with rage in his eyes. The big guy; Emmett grabbed him; the impact was like thunder as he forced Edward back.

"You won't turn her." Edward snarled; looking like he was about to fall of the edge of insanity.

"If that's what she wants, I won't deny her." I said letting my shoulders rise and fall. There was nothing that I wanted more than to be with that woman for the rest of my life.

"It's none of our business Edward," Carlisle spoke up, turning his attention to Monica again as her screams got louder. "We need to take care of this before it brings unwanted attention."

"Let's move her to the basement," One of the Cullen's muttered.

Slowly they began to pick up Monica and move her out of the room; leaving only Carlisle and myself.

"I'm sorry we weren't much help tonight, but please return in the morning and we will get you on the right track." Carlisle said with a nod.

I nodded back to him, watching as he also disappeared with the rest of his family.

Well… tonight was eventful…

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