Yay! Chapter 2! I'll have chapter 3 up sometime Monday, never fear!

Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight, as you've probably guessed.


The rest of the day past without incident. In fact, I was really surprised nothing bad happened. Yet.

Just as promised, Edward drove me home.

"So Bella, what do you plan on doing tonight without me?" he asked me once we were in the car.

"Oh come on, I survived 17 years on my own before I met you, I think I can handle one night alone." I replied back, only a little sharper than I intended.

He gave me an apologetic look. I was about to say something, when he leaned over and placed his lips very softly against mine. Before I could even react, though, he swiftly pulled away. I realized belatedly that I was home.

"Promise I'll see you tomorrow?" I knew I must have sounded a little desperate, but I couldn't help it.

"Of course." We both smiled at each other, but then I turned to open the door. I was just about to get out, when he grabbed my hand. I looked back, only to be met with a pair of very worried topaz eyes.

"Please be careful Bella. I'd like to come home and find you in one piece, alright?"

I could only scowl, but nodded. He just laughed.

"Love you."

"Hmm…I guess I love you too."

With that, I turned, got out, and promptly shut the door, making my way to the door. As I walked up the single step to the front door, I turned around, ready to wave, but he was already gone.


Knowing that Charlie wasn't home yet, I went upstairs, dropped my bookbag next to my bed, and dug beneath the mattress, until I found the money I had brought from Phoenix. Since I didn't have to pay for the truck, I had quite a bit of money, and now, I didn't even have to worry about gas either, since I always rode in Edward's Volvo.

I pocketed the money, knowing I wouldn't need the purse that was currently slung over the desk chair, and made my way downstairs. Since I couldn't call Charlie at work, I decided, against my better judgement, to leave him a note. I also had my cell phone with me, and left him the number in case he needed anything.

Finally, I was ready. Making my way to my truck with my key held out, I unlocked the door and swiftly got in, immediately locking the door. I didn't know why, but I had the strange feeling I was being watched, which was absolutely absurd, considering I was in small town Forks.

Although I had to go very slow, since I was driving a slightly old truck, I made it to the highway in about 10 minutes, which was a record, considering it usually took me about 15 or 20. It took only 5 for Edward. Ugh, 20 minutes alone and I was already thinking of Edward. It was kind of pathetic how obsessed I was with Edward, but I guess that's what happens when you're in love.

The whole hour and half drive there was completely un-incidental. I had to stop for gas only once, since I left with an almost full tank, and although all the good radio stations had a lot of static in them, when I lowered the sound I could almost completely ignore it.

Finally, I arrived in Port Angeles.


I was hoping I wouldn't have to drive around like a complete idiot, looking for a parking spot, but I was in luck. I found a cheap parking garage (AN: Sorry, I don't know what those are called.:) where I was able to park my truck for only $5.20 and hour. Hopefully, I'll be able to find it again.

As I walked out, the feeling of being watched again crept over me, causing me to quicken my step. But as soon as I rejoined the busy throng people again, I relaxed. The tall city buildings weren't nearly as tall as in Phoenix, but having been away for so long, it felt nice to be in a city atmosphere again.

I had vowed to myself that I wouldn't get lost, and it was a promise I intended to keep. I knew if I found trouble again now the way had the only other time I had ever come here, Edward wouldn't be there to help. As I made my way to the boardwalk, I looked around at all the tiny stores, looking for anything that indicated books. Finally, I passed the same bookstore Jess had pointed out to me the first time I had come here. Since I was desperate, I decided to go in.

I pushed and jostled my way through the crowd until finally, I made to the entrance. I was just about to walk it, when I felt a cold hand grab my arm. Alarmed, I spun quickly around, only to look into the face of a woman, who looked like she was ready to cry.

I felt horrible, just looking at her face. So I did the only thing I could think of.

"What's wrong?" I put my hand on her shoulder, trying to comfort her.

"It's my child! I can't find her, and no one seems to have seen her! Could you please help me find her?"

Oh no. My whole brain was yelling at me that it was a bad idea. But what do I say?

"Of course! Where was the last place you saw her?"

She grabbed my hand, pulling me with her while she spoke.

"I was looking at some clothes, and I told her not to go off too far, just stay around me, but, one minute she's here, the next, she's gone."

I was amazed that I wasn't seeing any tears yet. I mean, if I had lost my daughter, I'd be balling my eyes out. But that's just me of course.

"Don't worry, we'll find her." I tried to be soothing, but I don't think it was helping. It was only then that I started to notice we were heading away from all the stores and rushing people, towards the more deserted, downtown area. The same area where I got lost in the first time I had come here. I had a very bad feeling about this.

Hesitantly, I asked her, "Ma'am, are you sure this where you were when she got lost?"

She surprised me by laughing. One of those creepy laughs. Have said the words, uh oh, yet?

"Ma'am?"

She turned around, and to my disbelief, she had a look of such hatred, anger, and… jealousy, on her face, I was taken aback. I instantly stopped, taking one step back. The grip she had my hand was becoming quite painful, and, as I took another step back, she followed.

"What did he ever see in you?" she asked me. Okay, I was now freaked out, scared, and confused. Not a very good combination.

"Excuse me?"

"What does Edward see in you? You're not very beautiful. Or smart. You're not even a vampire, like us." I could only stare at her in shock. I know, way to handle the situation, but the it just wasn't exactly sinking in. I tried to list everything she had just said in my mind. She knew Edward. She knew Edward and I were going out. She knew Edward and I were going out and that he was a vampire…What a second, didn't she say us instead of him?

I still didn't say anything, and she continued, taking another step towards me, her hand becoming even tighter around my own, and, like the scaredy-cat I was, I took another step back.

"I had everything to give him. My love, my heart, myself. But he just couldn't ever look at me the way he looks at you. He never said the things he's said to you to me or done or showed me those things either. What is it about you that Edward loves so much, Bella? Is it your humanness?" She took another step toward me, and I realized that she had me in an alley. A dead end kind of alley, with only one opening, and fence at the end.

"I-uh…What? How do you know all that? Who are you?" Yes! I had finally found my voice, as weak as it was.

She laughed again, making me shudder. "Don't worry Bella. It doesn't matter. Because by tomorrow, you won't be Bella anymore. I will."

Uh oh.


Mwuahahahaha! I am so evil.

Lol. Not a very good cliffhanger, I know, but whatever, It's all I got. Don't worry, chapter 3 will be up sometime Monday. In the meantime, please review, so I know my work is appreciated. :)

Please tell me what you think of this chapter. Too long? Too short? Boring? Too slow? Too fast? Anything. 8D