Chapter Twenty Five

Edward's Point of View

"You killed her didn't you?"

I didn't even have to turn around to know who it was. The smell burned my nose rapidly, it was definitely none other than Jacob Black. He had a disgusted look on his face; he clenched his fists, trying to control his anger with his best.

"What do you want Black?" I asked fiercely.

"Oh… don't give me the innocent act, you disgusting, bloodsucking parasite!" he spat while shaking his head. "You killed her didn't you? You turned her into one of the bloodsuckers!" he whispered. "God dammit!"

"I didn't kill her mongrel, she was dying from a car crash and I had to change her… Do you honestly think that I can let her die in front of me?"

He snorted; "That's a nice way to put it… She'd be better off dead!" I said nothing. Perhaps, because deep down inside, a small part of me agreed with him. Just a small part though. After a comfortable silence, he sighed.

"Listen leech, just tell Bella," he paused and took a deep breath.

"Tell Bella that I'll look after Charlie," he looked away. I could hear the unwillingness and the great sacrifice behind the voice.

"Consider it done," I tried to sound polite.

He nodded, and turned away.

"Wait Jacob!" I called after him. It had to be done, whether I wanted it to be or not.

"What now?" he hissed.

"Thank you." I closed my eyes. This was going to be difficult.

"What?" he said, outraged.

"Thank you for taking care of her while I wasn't… there for her. For that, I am forever grateful." As much as I hated him, he did take care of Bella. He made sure she was okay. Instantly, guilt brushed over me again. To think, I left Bella in the hands of young, arrogant, werewolves!

"I didn't do it for you," he snorted.

"I know, but thank you."

"You know, Bella is the only reason that's keeping me from ripping your throat out. You broke the treaty, but I don't want to destroy Bella so just stay the hell away from Forks, all of you," he warned harshly.

"Sure. We don't have a reason to go back anymore," I agreed dryly.

"Just deliver my message," he said, frustrated.

"Alright."

"Take care of her," With that, he ran back to his father's side.

Bella's Point of View

After Edward and the rest of the Cullens left the house, the awkward atmosphere regained. Rosalie and I looked at each other, and we started laughing.

"Okay… We're both trying, at least," she giggled.

"Yeah… At least," I agreed with another giggle.

"So what do you want to do now?" she asked.

"Umm… Doesn't matter," I shrugged.

Then we decided to just relax and listen to some CDs in living room. Perhaps to prevent ourselves from staring at each other in silence.

"Linking Park?" she asked politely as she reached for the drawer.

"Sure… Why not?" I answered as I collapsed on the couch.

Then the loud music played in the background. I recognized the song, but I didn't really let the lyrics get into my head. I was too stressed to relax, I closed my eyes. I could see everything; Renee sobbing, Charlie blaming himself for everything… How is it fair to them?

"Rosalie?"

"Yes?" she turned down the volume and looked at me with concern. "Bella?"

"Um… Nothing… Never mind," there was no point to pour my guilt all over her.

"Bella, I know… I know that we aren't best friends or anything," she grinned. "But if you want to talk, it's okay if you don't want to but umm…." She added nervously. "I'm here for you; I'm all ears," she smiled.

I took a deep breath. Perhaps talking to Rosalie will make me feel better; at least Edward wouldn't have to comfort me as much when he gets home.

"Is it wrong for me to be here? While my parents are feeling sad over my death when I'm perfectly well?" I whispered.

She sighed, "Bella, I know what you mean. When Carlisle changed me, I wanted to run back to my parents too. To tell them that I was fine, to tell them to stop feeling bad…" That was exactly how I felt.

"But we are what we are Bella," she said softly. "Do you think telling them that we had become vampires do them any good?"

I was speechless, she was right. Would my parent really be happy for me if they found out the truth? They would never understand.

"Hey, it's okay… They'll be fine," she smiled warmly as she got up to sit next to me. She placed her hand on my shoulder. "They'll be okay, I promise."

Perhaps she was right. I can't change the fact. I am part of the Cullens now, they are my family. There is no going back; besides, it's not my fault that I was the clumsiest person alive. Maybe I should just leave all the guilt behind; maybe I should just start enjoying my new life… But would it be that easy?

"Thanks Rose," I said appreciatively and sighed.

"Glad to be of service," she smiled. Maybe, the distance between us was not as big as I thought.

"Now Bella! RELAX!" she rolled her eyes.

"Okay… I'll try," I muttered.

Edward's Point of View

The funeral lasted for only an hour, though it seemed like forever to me. Carlisle offered for Charlie, Renee, and Phil to stay but they politely declined. Neither Charlie nor Renee was too excited about spending more time together with each other without Bella. We said our goodbyes, though it sounded more like a huff when they addressed me.

"Thank you Carlisle, for all of your help," Charlie shook hands with him.

"Not at all Charlie, I'm so sorry for your loss…" Carlisle apologized sincerely.

"No, no… none of that. We are very lucky to have met you," Charlie was calmer now, at least calm enough to hate me. "Humph! I can't believe you even had the face to show up here!" I sighed. I deserved that.

"Call us if you need anything Charlie," Esme gave him a hug.

"Thank you, and my lord! You two look exactly the same as before! Time doesn't do you any justice," he sighed.

Esme looked alerted, but Carlisle replied in a natural tone, "Thank you Charlie, and do feel better."

Charlie nodded and went back to the sides of Billy Black. There was hatred in Billy's eyes now, more than before. Perhaps Jacob had explained the situation to him. He was not at all happy or relieved.

After talking to Renee, we headed back to our van without a word. Emmett was trying very hard with the "Mr. Serious" act, but it broke loose as soon as we entered the van.

"Wow! That was a hell of an experience!" he laughed.

"Watch your language young man!" Esme wasn't too happy about THAT.

"Emmett, how can you be so cheerful after attending a funeral?" Alice sighed, and she was usually the optimistic one.

"Are you feeling better now Edward?" Jasper asked, nervous. The whole family turned to look at me.

"Yeah I guess," I let out a heavy sigh. "Aww geez!" Jasper complained. I guess I didn't fool him.

"Don't worry Jasper, he'll feel much better when he gets home and see Bella," Emmett eyed me with a playful smile. I didn't argue. Of course I would feel better.

"Carlisle, so what are we going to do now? I mean, Bella can't just pop out of nowhere, well from death," I flinched at Alice's words. "And start going to school…"

"She'll have to stay out of public of course," Carlisle replied. "We have to make sure that she can control her thirst first before making any other decisions."

She nodded her head and smiled, "Cool. So can we take her today? To see how good she hunts?" she beamed. Emmett laughed loudly.

"Sure, ask Bella," Carlisle replied lightly. "After that, it means shopping" Alice was planning the whole thing in her head already. Poor Bella. She has no idea what she's in. We pulled up in front of the drive way as Alice skipped carelessly to the door.

"Hey Rosalie, where's Bella?" I asked as soon as we walked in the living room, Rosalie was lying on the couch staring at the TV.

"In your room." She said it in a tone like "as-if-you-don't-know".

Emmett joined her on the couch. "So how was your afternoon? Did you make her cry?"

Rosalie did not appreciate her husband's sense of humor. She glared at him which made him apologize automatically. "Just kidding… Forgive me darling?" he pleaded nervously.

"Pathetic," murmured Jasper and Alice.

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