A/N: Thanks to all who have reviewed! The story is finished, and just for you I will post quite a few chapters. Yes, Bella has the ability now to basically have a video conference with Edward. When the "channel" is tuned in, he can also see, hear, and speak with Bella. Remember New Moon? It is her ability to access him when needed, only now it is not just coming from her subconscious. Stay tuned, however, this is not her only power. More will be revealed, as more reviews are received!
Chapter 21
EPOV
It had been two days since our last connection, and I was literally falling apart at the seams. My insides ached with longing for my angel's voice and presence. I was beside myself with worry.
What is happening? What are they doing to her? Did they find out she was making contact with me? Are they blocking me out? Did they threaten her?
I tried to get on a plane to go to her, but Alice had seen my decision and my brothers had intercepted me, again. Carlisle reminded me that he had forbid any of us to go unless we knew for sure that we would have success. He also promised that there would be consequences (something along the lines of no more Volvo), if someone had to run after me again.
I went up to my room to try to think of a possible solution that would involve rescuing Bella without losing my car. That's when I heard it, my angel's voice.
"Edward, what's wrong?"
My dead heart jolted and my head filled with relief. I closed my eyes.
"Bella, where were you? Are you okay?"
"I'm fine, sweetheart, better than ever!"
She sounded different, more enthusiastic. "What's going on? Where are you? Did you escape? I see grass and the sun."
"I know, isn't it beautiful? Edward, I've been hunting. Did you know deer were so good? It was the most amazing thing I've ever tasted. I feel so good inside. My whole body is tingling with satisfaction."
I couldn't help but smile at her joy.
"Edward, is this how it is for you, after you hunt?"
I was so relieved to hear that she was finally feeding. I was so worried that she would not make it much longer. "Yes. Love, can you tell me where you are?"
"I'm still stuck inside the castle. Oh, Edward, they want me to join them. Like a spy or something. I'm not sure... I'm scared, but I think that will be my only way to ever be let out of this prison. Once I get out, then I can run away and find you."
I was horrified at what she was telling me.
Join them? What was she thinking?
I didn't want her to join them. "Bella, wait. You can't! They're too dangerous! Please don't…"
She interrupted me, "Edward, I think it's my only chance to get back to you. I don't even know how we can communicate now. I am so grateful that we can, but it's not enough. I need you, Edward, I need to touch you and to smell you."
Her words sent chills throughout my body.
"I love you so much, Edward. I feel like I can't go on much longer… without you."
Her voice was breaking, and I understood completely what she was describing.
"I know, love, I feel exactly the same way. But we need to be careful. I don't want to lose you. I need to speak with Carlisle. We need a plan. Can you make the connection strong enough to include Carlisle?"
"I…I'm not sure. I thought you were connecting with me."
I laughed softly, "No, love, this is all you. Carlisle thinks it must be your vampire power. You are able to connect with those you have a strong bond with, no matter the distance. It seems to happen mostly whenever you experience strong emotions such as: love, fear, joy, and loneliness. This channel of sorts opens and we can communicate with each other.
At first, I could only hear your voice. Now that your power is stronger, we can both see and talk to each other. There have even been a few times when I have felt your touch briefly."
Since she wasn't sure if she could open another channel to Carlisle, I decided to invite him to join our conversation.
"Carlisle, could you come here, please?"
She was quiet, and I could see her lying on her back with her eyes closed, concentrating.
"What are you thinking about so hard, love?"
"I was just trying to see if I could touch you again. I guess I'll have to work on that one."
I smiled, "With any luck, you'll be able to touch me for real very soon."
"Carlisle is here, and I've explained your idea to him. He agrees this may be the only way, but cautions you to watch out for Aro. If he touches you, he will learn of your plan. Please, love, be very careful. I can't lose you!"
"I know, my sweet husband, I love you, too!"
Chapter 22
BPOV
Now that I knew I was the one controlling our contact, I practiced more and more. It didn't take too many days before I learned how to keep the channel open even without the strong emotions.
Edward and I were in contact almost all of the time, now. He even gave me some tips on my hunting. I was definitely improving. It was like he was right there with me.
The only time I had to block him out, was when Aro would come around for another training lesson. Edward's growls would be so loud, it was hard to focus on what Aro wanted me to do.
I learned how to fight like one the Volturi guards, and how to "dazzle" others with my vampire charm. When I did well, Aro would reward me with something special to hunt in the atrium.
Whenever I needed to relax, Edward would play his piano for me or simply hum my lullaby softly in my head.
It was as close to perfect as we could get being miles apart.
EPOV
I loved teaching Bella some tricks of the trade of hunting for our kind. She learned quickly, and was amazing to watch. She even applied some of what I had taught her to her training sessions with the Volturi guards.
It was hard to watch when they would crouch opposite her, ready to attack. I would try to warn her of typical strategy moves I could see them using.
It was easier when Tally was showing her the finer points of vampire charm and how to use it. I think I even purred in encouragement a few times, when she practiced her charms in her mind on me.
However, I could not contain my anger and warning growls whenever Aro approached her. At first she would just smile at my protective snarls, but then she began to furrow her brow. I heard the annoyance in her voice, "Edward, I think I need to learn these lessons on my own. I'll be back with you as soon as I'm finished."
Then it was quiet. It was so quiet. I'd had her in my head for so many days now, that it felt like I had lost half of myself.
It did not get easier with time. I worried intensely about her during the lessons, and even though she would be fine each time she checked back in, it continued to get harder and harder each time she would leave.
I tried to keep myself busy while she was training, but somehow I would always find myself pacing impatiently until I could hear her voice.
One afternoon, Rose and Esme suggested I go out and get a new CD to listen to. Rose was getting irritated with my moping and pacing, and Esme was just worried I was wearing through the wax on the floor.
I went outside to go for a walk, instead. I was only part way down the lane, when I saw three attractive women coming towards me. I would have normally read their thoughts and intentions, but I was blocking everyone except family out to make sure I didn't miss Bella's contact.
As they got closer, my eyes met theirs and I knew I had made a big mistake. I was in trouble.
Their eyes were full of lust and longing. Visions of intimate pleasure filled my mind. I tried to shake my head, to block the thoughts, but they were too strong. They began to stroke my cheek, my chest, my lower back…Their hands were everywhere as they circled me.
My body trembled and my eyes began to close. I tried to fight, but somehow they had me in a type of trance. I could feel my body moving, but I could not tell where I was going, and I couldn't stop.
