What if the wolves didn't get to Bella before Laurent bit her? This is the story of Bella being changed despite Edward leaving to prevent it. How will her change impact their chance for a future together? Rated M; not for younger readers.

NOW COMPLETE. Newly married, Edward and Bella explore their relationship in new ways, opening themselves up to unfamiliar and sometimes frightening experiences, unaware that danger follows them at each turn. Until it catches up with them, that is. E/B.