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Chapter 26
Missing
Bella POV
It's been a few days since I showed Edward my tattoo. I had called and asked Alice, who sent me a picture of her tattoo to get an idea of what I would need to get to be considered a part of their gang. Edward's vibrant green eyes were always on me and he would randomly pull me in for a kiss or a hug. He even cooks dinner for me and cleans up after me and just takes care of me. I've never really had attention like this before, but I have to admit that I secretly love it. "Bella." I smiled and looked down at my lap, where his head was resting. "Yes?" He got up and smiled crookedly at me, taking my breath away. I didn't even notice the box he was extending to me, until he knelt in front of me. "Open it, Bella." I would normally hit him on his arm for buying me something, but I figured it was the least I could do since he didn't yell at me for getting a tattoo that said I was a gang member.
I pulled out a long silver chain and saw a heart shaped key slide along it until it dangled across from me. I stared at it and my heart swelled when I saw my name engraved in the middle of the heart surrounded by a design made of swirls. I pulled it closer, cupping it in my hand and letting the chain hang behind my hand. I stared at it, admiring the beautiful font it was written in and looked at Edward's arm. It was the same font. I continued to stare at it and noticed a small button on the right side of the heart, so I curiously pushed it. The heart snapped open, revealing a picture of us from when we were kids. I sighed, remembering the moment when the picture was taken. We were in his backyard, just spending time together like any other couple. I remember because I felt so loved and happy that someone was with me and looked at me the way he did.
I glanced to the left side of the locket and read the inscription, And so the lion fell in love with the lamb
I swallowed and stared at it before looking at Edward. He was staring at me, apologies clear in his eyes. He looked a little sad and I could have sworn his eyes got a little watery, but I couldn't be sure because he looked down and quickly got up. He began pacing back and forth, his hands running through his hair with frustration and I could see anger in his eyes and… hurt. He was hurt. He hid it well with the anger, but I could see it. I closed the locket and walked to him. I held out the locket to him and he sighed dejectedly, taking it from me. His eyes were glued to the floor and I waited until he snuck a look at me to turn my back to him and hold my hair up.
I felt his eyes on me and a few seconds later, I felt the cool silver chain slide down my neck and into my shirt. It was quiet enough for me to hear the necklace clasp around my neck. I slowly turned and he reached up and touched my cheek, "Why are you crying?" I touched my face and felt the wet trail run down my cheek. I gave him a small smile and kissed his cheek, hugging him tightly. He hugged me back and I leaned into him, breathing in his intoxicating scent. He called me a lamb, and that's exactly what I am. He is my protector. By him giving me this, I don't think he'd leave me, ever. He won't let me down. He never shows affection or his feelings to anyone other than me and I love that about him.
I slowly let go and we went to class. We walked slowly, so it took us about 20 minutes to get there instead of our usual 10. I grabbed Edward's hand and stepped closer, hugging his arm tightly while his hands were in his pockets. I normally love to be held, but I know he wants me to be affectionate with him; he always has. I know he doesn't say anything, but I could see it by the way he looked at me. He was just too sweet to say anything. I clung to his arm and we walked in comfortable silence, both of us smiling. He was wearing a dark green T-shirt that showed off his muscles and made his eyes stand out more. His hair was its natural messy self, looking lighter in the sunlight. Some strands looked blond while others looked dark brown, which made his bronze hair stand out more than it already does.
We walked into the class room and I smiled as a different teacher walked in, just like Professor whatever his name promised. I never thought of his name, I usually just call him Mister if I call him at all. I am usually more respectful, but I don't like the way he picks on Edward, so I call him Mister.
"Hello. I am Professor Wilson and I will be filling in for Peter. Something came up with his wife, so he has to miss the next few days." He began lecturing and then put in a movie for the last hour of class, shutting off the lights and closing the blinds. I became hyper aware of Edward right next to me and I shifted closer to him, not able to resist. He chuckled and put his hand on my thigh, showing he didn't mind me being closer. I twisted my arm around his and held his hand, watching the screen. I had no idea what was going on or why we were watching baby birds jump off a cliff. And I didn't care. I got bored and stared ahead, doodling different shapes into his arm with my finger. He seemed to like it because he scooted closer and I saw him give me his crooked smile. I focused on doodling and then the door opened, revealing Mister. I gave an exasperated sigh and broke from Edward when he took Wilson's place and turned on the lights. He gave me a pointed glare and started passing out papers. "Pop quiz. 200 points. 30 minutes. 50 questions. Go." I got out my pencil and began filling in answers. 20 minutes later, Edward reached his hand out and I gave him my paper for him to take up to Mister.
"I'll be checking to make sure you didn't cheat off Bella." My jaw dropped and I stood up, "He will get an A+ and I will probably get a B. He studies more than I do. I get bored too easily. Check the tests and if you don't believe me, if that doesn't work, ask him any question right now." I was surprised at my sudden outburst of annoyance and I felt all of my blood rush to my cheeks. I fought it back; happy I could keep my face unreadable and sat down when Edward gave me an amusing smile.
He sat next to me and then he was called to Mister's desk right when his butt hit the seat. He rolled his eyes and walked to the front. I heard them whispering and I just stayed there. I got bored and gazed out the window. I saw a familiar gray van and I felt my adrenaline spike. I heard Mister's voice get louder, but I couldn't focus on anything he said. I stared at the van and thought I saw a little girl with long brown hair, but she turned and I let out the breath I had been holding. It wasn't Renesmee. I missed her and I felt really bad that I hadn't called to check up on her. I pulled my phone out and dialed her number. I put the phone down on my desk, focusing on the sound of the light ringing. I stared out the window, feeling a little paranoid of the van. I'm not sure why; I recognized the van as Mister's. I hate those vans. I swear there are like 30 of them in the parking lot right now.
I heard a click and then I heard a man's voice on the phone, so I focused harder, narrowing my eyes at Edward's back. I couldn't put the phone to my ear because Mister would probably flip out. I couldn't put it on speaker because I might get caught and get yelled at by Mister. I focused harder and heard, "You can't hide." I kept listening and quickly pulled a wire out of my bag. I hooked it up in about 4 seconds and recorded the rest of the message as I listened, "You can't hide. We will tear up this house until we find you and your daughter." I tensed and looked out the window again and noticed two men in black suits that just screamed out cops. I stared at them and they walked towards the class room, eyes on me. I listened to the message, "Ahh. There you are." I heard a scream and a few things falling and breaking. Then I heard the man cuss and something breaking and a little girl scream, "Mommy!" The message cut off and the two men walked in, showing their badges.
Mister stood up and gestured to Edward, "I take it you're here for him?" The cops just said, "FBI, we need to speak to an Edward Cullen and an Isabella Swan who prefers Bella." I stood up and walked over to Edward, taking his hand. "Yes?" Edward looked just as confused as I was. "We should take this outside." Edward led me out and I clutched my phone tighter, not knowing what to do. "It has come to my attention that you know a little girl named Renesmee." My heart dropped and I held my breath, letting Edward answer for me. "Well, when was the last time you spoke with her?" Edward looked to me and I thought silently, "About 2 weeks ago. And I actually called her just now." I held out my portable recorder and pushed play. They nodded, "We heard that. Do you have any idea where she might be?" I shook my head, "I don't really know her."
"How did you meet her?" I breathed in deeply and told them what I knew, leaving out the fact that I was chased by the van that chased her. They took notes and Edward asked, "They have been missing for 2 weeks and they are in the witness protection program. How were they found?" The men closed their notebooks and put them in their jackets, straightening them. "We don't know, but we will find him and we will get them back." I nodded and went back to class, worrying about the little girl that resembled me. We got out early and decided to call Alice to get her to check things out since she was in Forks. Alice agreed with no hesitation and was ready for her mission within a couple of minutes.
She said she'd record everything and that it was hooked up to her laptop. All she had to do was push a button behind her ear and the video would be sent to us and call for backup in case something happened. I listened to the message again, my heart breaking every time when I heard Renesmee cry out for her mommy. Edward's phone went off at the same time my laptop went off. He answered before it could ring a second time, "Alice? Are you okay? What? What is it? Tell me. Alright, thanks Alice. Be careful. I love you, okay? I'm a drama king not queen, get it right." He hung up and I smiled lightly, admiring the way they interacted with each other. They were the perfect brother sister combination that were always amusing to watch.
He clicked some passwords on my laptop and had access to the video in seconds. He stood back and the camera slowly moved around the room; Alice was the perfect spy. It was silent and I saw the camera move quickly at the same time a vase almost hit the ground, but Alice threw her foot out, quietly kicking it and catching it, setting it on the counter in the same position it was previously in. The camera froze, focusing on a wall and I focused on it, looking for anything she thought was important. The camera didn't move and I heard a thumping. The camera moved quickly and scanned the room in less than a few seconds. The camera went towards a window and then turned to the room, going down. Alice jumped out of the window and the camera was focused on the room. A man in all black came in with a bucket. He dipped a sponge in the bucket and pulled it out and began wiping it along the wall.
A few minutes later, he left and Alice stayed outside silently. About 10 minutes later, she jumped back inside and focused on the wall. I gasped at what the writing said, You want her… Come and get her. I stared at the dripping red liquid as it slowly and thickly ran down the wall. Blood. I shut the screen and looked at Edward who was looking around the room and then grabbing some clothes. "Alice said she is already on it. Let's go train for a bit. We won't get involved unless we absolutely have to. They can't know that we know she's missing." I nodded and got dressed in running clothes, full of adrenaline and anger that was desperate for a release.
I silently ran down the stairs of my apartment and across the street, down several blocks as I made a vow to myself and Renesmee. I will find you. Edward sensed my anger and picked up speed, making my adrenaline level increase. My hands were shaking, but I was relieved he was allowing me to release my anger without doing anything dumb. I clenched my fists and ran faster, Edward matching my pace easily. He flicked his eyes down the left path and I took it, before he could say anything and once again I repeated to myself, I will do whatever it takes to make you safe again. With that, I pushed myself faster and faster, not able to contain my negative energy. Edward rushed out, "Left entrance. 3 minutes." I nodded and took off in the opposite direction to meet Edward across the park. This would tell us what I can endure and if I am capable of making a quick getaway. All that kept running through my head was, I promise you I will not let you die. I will find Renesmee and if anything happens to her, I won't hesitate to kill whoever is responsible.
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I told you I'd get back to the suspense. Trust me, you guys will never figure out the ending.. but how about you try and I will tell you if you are close... if you are I will give you a hint as to what will happen. The hint will be very vague with little or no details(:
And to Imari:
Thank you for staying with my story and bearing the fluffly moments even though you don't like them.. It really means a lot (: