Author's Note: Here is Edward's version of the chapter 'LETTER'. Everyone loved Bella's version, let's see how this goes.

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I HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN

I rushed to lunch eager to see Bella. I didn't know how I survived ten years without her because it drives me crazy to be away from her for one measly second. I was the first one to reach the cafeteria. I strode over to the lunch lines and grabbed two trays, one for Bella and one for myself. Even though neither of us can consume any of it but I felt joy in doing something for her. I placed it on my usual table just as my family entered.

Why are you so early?

I grinned at Emmett's thoughts and waved them over as the cafeteria began to fill up with students. My family got in line to buy their props and I caught sight of Bella walking in. She seemed to be concentrating on something and made her way to one of the most crowded lunch lines there was. Her long brown hair trailed behind her, spreading her sweet scent all over the place. My still heart fluttered at the sight of her and my legs began to move forward to get closer to her being. I planted myself in her path and she stopped in her tracks.

"I already bought food for you," I whispered. She gave me an annoyed glare.

"I don't need you help. I've been doing this by myself for a while now," she responded. She used her arms and pushed me aside and kept walking.

Edward let her, we have to have a talk with her later. We don't need to make her more angry than she needs to be.

I turned away from Bella and faced Rosalie.I sighed in defeat and walked back over to join my family. I sat down and waited for Bella to come join us.

How come you haven't asked her what happened after we left?

Rosalie scolded me silently but she sounded genuinely concerned. I was surprised and my face showed it.

Oh, don't look at me like that. I am not unreasonable, you know? This is clearly our fault, how can we blame her? Besides, don't you want her to forgive you?

I nodded.

Then we have to know what caused everything to know how to make up for it.

I still couldn't believe it.

Edward, she's not coming over here!

I looked up and saw Bella walking across the cafeteria with a tray in her hand. She dropped it on an empty table at the farthest end of the cafeteria. She sat down facing her back to me.

Rosalie got up with her untouched tray and glided over to the table Bella sat. The rest of the family got up too and I followed suit. We received startled stares as we walked away from our usual table and towards Bella. I ignored their child-like thoughts and concentrated on Bella.

Her hair was swept over shoulder shielding part of her face. Her eyes were shut showing off her long elegant lashes. She looked peaceful and heavenly and it pained me to disturb her. She seemed like she was sleeping but I knew better.

All of us sat ourselves across from her. Our movement made her open her eyes to reveal the deep gold hidden behind her eyelids.

"We thought that since you wouldn't come to us, we'll come to you," Jasper said sending waves of calmness to her. She shielded herself causing him to frown disapprovingly.

"Bella, please tell us what happened," Rosalie cut in. Bella stared at her in surprise but quickly shook it off.

"It really isn't any of your business. Stop Jasper." she snapped flaring her temper again. Jasper obeyed immediately and looked a bit taken aback at her tone. I suppressed a grin, I wasn't the only one who on the other end of her new found temper.

"Bella, please?" Alice started in. Bella let out a heavy sigh and I knew that she has finally given in.

"The day after you guys left, I came to the house and found nothing," she began in a low voice. It sounded like she was censoring something but couldn't quite figure out what. "Then I went to the meadow and got lost. I don't know who attacked me but I woke up alone. I faked my death and left Forks," she concluded and looked up. I felt sadness, anger, and regret consume me. I wasn't even there when she was in pain and lonely. I wasn't there when she needed help the most. I have failed her.

"Is that why I saw a fire and Charlie crying?" Alice confirmed. Bella nodded sadly at the memory. "Bella, we thought you died. I didn't see any more visions of you so I thought that confirmed it." It seemed that fate was against us since the beginning and event after event just added to it. I stared at the table while my mind drowned in its own thoughts. "Bella, we're so sorry. If we had known, we would've came back." Bella let out a humorous laugh and I looked up to see what was so funny.

"If. Do you know how long I've pondered on the word if?" She asked sarcastically. The bell rang and she got up to dump her tray and left.

She seems angry.

I don't blame her for feeling that way.

Edward, what are you going to do?

Don't worry Edward. She'll be okay soon.

I got up and threw both of my trays into the garbage and walked out of the lunchroom and to class.

I knew what I was going to do. I had to return Bella to her life like I was supposed to ten years ago. It was selfish of me to expect her to forgive me for the pain I've caused her. Henry worshiped her and would find joy in making her happy. All I could offer her was more tears and pain. I knew I couldn't leave and never see her again so I settled on just being the shadow of her past that is always by her side to protect her.

I walked into the classroom and took my seat next to her silently. She never looked up and I never allowed my eyes to dart over to her. I took notes as an excuse to keep myself busy and to keep from screaming as loud as I can to release my anger. As soon as I heard the bell, I flounced out of my seat and was out the door as fast as I can manage.

I walked out to the parking lot and waited for my family in the car. They all seemed depressed and emotionally exhausted but I was a hundred times what they did. I drove home in silence trying to decide what I was to do first. I stopped when we got into the garage and opened the door to get out.

Edward, are you okay?

I ignored Alice and walked up to my room. I grabbed a stack of paper and sat myself on the desk in the corner. I was going to assure her that I will resign from bothering her any longer but how?

Over the several hours, I composed and threw away at least thirty pieces of paper. I knew her birthday was tomorrow and wanted her to know someone still remembered even if everyone else have forgotten. They didn't seem right or too blunt. Some were too emotional and I couldn't allow Bella to see what a pathetic creature I was. When I was finally done, the floor was scattered with balled up paper balls. I re-read to make sure I had everything I needed to say written down.

Bella,

You asked whether or not I knew how long you pondered on the word if, but what you didn't know was that I did too. I did since the day I left you and the possibilities tormented me for ten years. I left you wanting you to live a normal, happy, human life. I never intended for my decision to be the cause of all this. At the news of your death, I wanted to end my own miserable existence in order to be along side you again but couldn't bear to hurt Carlisle and Esme. When you reappeared, I was overwhelmed with happiness and disbelief that I didn't lose you. I understand why you never wanted to see me ever again and I will honor your decision. From now on, I will simply gaze at you from afar and wallow in my own regret. I will never again disturb your life again. Happy birthday Bella. I will always love you no matter where I am.

Edward.

I sighed in satisfaction and folded the piece of paper. I heard Alice approached the door and got up to open it for her. She handed me a rose and smiled weakly at me.

Here, give her this. It's her birthday gift from all of us.

I pulled Alice into a hug and she patted my back to comfort me.After a moment, I pulled away and nodded at her before leaving.

I ran to her house with the letter tucked away safely in my pocket and the rose in my hand. I used the tall tree outside to climb up to her window.She was laying on the bed with her eyes tightly closed. She seemed to do this when she was in thought and I took this chance to push her window open slightly. I set the letter on the floor by the window and the rose on top of it before jumping back out and running back into the trees. I took one last glance at her window before it disappeared from sight.

Happy Birthday My Love.

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