A/N: Okay so we're putting this story into slow-mo. I guess I've just had the writer's block and I'm as anxious for Bella and Edward to be back together as you are!
Never Think- Robert Pattinson
Cause without me
You got it all
So hold on
Without me you got it all
So hold on
Without me you got it all
Without me you got it all
So hold on
Without me you got it all
Without me you got it all
So hold on
Chapter 29
I could clearly see Bella in Alice's vision. Bella was coming up the driveway in an attempt to catch me. I knew that if I lingered for just a second that she would complete her task. I still loved Bella but my thirst for her blood was too much. I was scared for her life and my insanity. There is no way I could live with myself if I ever hurt her.
I ran out the door grabbing the suitcase that held my CDs and hustled out toward the Volvo Carlisle had gotten me. It was a really nice car if I had to say so myself. I had always wanted something like this but couldn't afford it. I guess one of the perks of living forever is the money that builds up, especially if you're a doctor.
I shifted the car into drive and fishtailed the car around the driveway. I was amazed at how much power such a small car held. I stepped on the gas pedal and I couldn't seem to go fast enough. I rounded the first corner and was caught off guard by my old truck rounding the turn as soon as I did. I shifted my car to the right, as did the truck. I was already half way down the driveway when I heard a loud crash.
I slammed on my breaks realizing that it was probably Bella in my old truck. I started to thrust the gear back into reverse when Alice's voice chimed in my head.
Is this thing on? She thought hesitantly. I hope it is, don't worry Edward. I'll take care of her.
I had to take her word because I knew that if I saw Bella's face then I would not leave. I took a deep breath and headed north. I tapped the GPS and it started talking to me.
"Destination." The automated voice asked.
"Alaska." I answered simply.
"Contact." It asked again.
"Denali?" I answered hesitantly.
"Tanya Denali." A picture of a pretty strawberry blonde about my age flashed across the screen. The directions popped up on the screen and I was grateful for Carlisle's extra funds.
The ride was peaceful except for the guilty thoughts resounding in my own head. You impertinent fool, why did you leave her? She's going to jump off the roof again.
Sometimes I would pass small towns and pick up the minds of others. Some were fascinating and some were rather disturbing.
Oh crap I forgot to wash my underwear. Might as well free ball it. A guy's voice made me laugh.
I wonder if Mommy will let me have the last cookie. A boy asked.
He loves me, he loves me not. A girl sat on her front porch with a flower in her hands.
My gaslight came on and I inevitably had to stop for gas. That's when I realized that I didn't have a wallet, ID, or cash. I shuffled through the center console and then reached over in the glove box.
"Thank you Alice." I whispered as I pulled out the leather wallet. An ID was placed in the clear pocket and there was a credit card with a post-it stuck to it. The post-it contained the credit card pin number as well as a reminder to hunt.
I went through the routine of adding gas to the small car and slipped in the credit card paying for the gas. I noticed that my throat was burning now even though I had just hunted earlier that day.
I finished paying for my gas and drove off to find a place to park the Volvo so I could hunt. I hid my Volvo in the brush and took off to hunt. I ended up catching a Mountain Lion and it satisfied my hunger. It was probably the best thing I had tasted.
It was close to 11 when I finally got back on the road. I was passing by the Seattle mall when I heard an interesting thought.
Bella looked good considering. A man's voice thought. Heck Bella could be dressed in a clown suit and still look good.
This angered me for I didn't know who said it. I was debating on whether to follow my instincts and go vampire on his butt but I decided not to since the parking garage was closed. I figured it was just a guy who was thinking thoughts about some unknown girl. There has to be tons of Bellas in the world… right?
That's what I told myself.
BPOV
I was clutching a quilt closely to my chest. It wasn't just any quilt though; it was the quilt I had left in the meadow. Anyway so I was clutching this quilt and I was back in the meadow tracing my fingers over the words carved in the wood.
Weirdly enough a large cold hand covered my hand and guided my hand along the rough wood. I leaned back into their chest and inhaled their sweet scent. I was so relaxed, like nothing bad had ever happened to me.
I turned around and Edward's beautiful face filled my vision. He had dark circles under his eyes like he hadn't slept in a while and his skin was the same sickly pale color as it was the day in my room. His eyes were a lighter shade of red. He placed my hand on his lips and parted them slightly so I could feel his cool breath on my fingers.
My fingers seemed to have a mind of their own as they traced over his cool skin. I ran my fingers under his eyes and down his cheekbone. From there they traveled down his neck and to his chest. I couldn't help but shudder at how cold his skin was. I didn't understand though, it was if he had lost all heat from his body.
He took my hand in his and looked me full in the eyes. "You have to wake up now Bella." His sweet voice spoke.
I shook my head slowly back and forth. "No, I don't want to loose you again." I whispered softly.
He tilted my chin up to his face and he ran his fingers over my eyes willing them to close. He kissed my cheek softly. "Love, you never lost me. I'm yours."
"Oh but I have." I screamed at him.
The next think I know Alice was shaking me awake. "Wake up Bella, are you okay?" Her face was creased with worry.
I nodded. "Yeah fine? Why?"
She didn't believe me and I could tell. "Oh but you have what?"
I knew that she wouldn't relent so I gave in. "I've lost him." I whispered inaudibly.
She pulled me into a hug and I noticed that tears were sliding over my cheeks. "No you haven't Bella, you'll see." This time her words were hesitant.
I looked at her almost astonished. "He keeps changing his mind?" I asked her.
She nodded. "How did you know?"
I shrugged. "The only time you seem to be not so sure is when he changes his mind." I paused wiping the tears from my eyes. "Do I want to know?"
She shook her head. "That's not my secret to tell."
I eyed her. "Why must you always give me such cryptic answers?"
She grinned. "Why do we question the unknown?"
I looked up to see that we were parked in front of the Hilton. Our clothes were already on the trolley and a door hop was waiting to take us up along with a chauffer to take our car into the garage.
"Where are we?" I asked her.
"The Hilton silly." She answered as if it were to most obvious thing in the world.
I glared at her. "I know that, I mean like the town."
She shrugged. "I don't know. It's in Alaska though!"
My eyes grew wide. "How many hours did I sleep?"
She tilted her head climbing out of the car. I mimicked her actions and followed the bellhop to where we would be rooming.
"Not many." She giggled. "Oh Edward." She put on a high-pitched frilly voice that I guess was supposed to be me.
I rolled my eyes and kept on walking. "Shut up Alice." I groaned. "I don't sound like that."
She smiled once more. "You know I love you Bella."
I sighed. "I just met you."
She grinned. "Oh well, now you're stuck with me."
A/N: Sorry for no updates yesterday. I was busy with various things. Anyway I hope the story slowed down a bit! Next update will be the Masquerade! I'm not sure when I'll be able to update next though.
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Kayla
