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CDPOV

I swear I have circled this school for the third time and there is still no sign of Bella anywhere. Everyone that I have talked to says that they haven't seen her and I am starting to get worried. Rosalie with her colorful demeanor mentioned that she is probably hiding from me. I will admit I might have a slight few needy tendencies but I do it because I care. Now if only the feeling was mutual. I head to the infirmary to talk to Carlisle hoping he has seen her. Since school hasn't started he tended to just do research. I hope he isn't too busy. Once I got to the infirmary I notice he isn't there so I decide to try the Cullen wing. Once I got there I noticed everyone packing travel bags.

"Hey everyone, what is going on?" I ask.

"We are going back to Forks for a couple of days before the start of term to wrap up some business. We need to get our house prepared for our long departure and tie up some loose ends." Esme tells me.

"Has anyone seen Bella?" I see all of their wry grins as I look across the room.

"Bella left ahead of us to smooth things over with Dumbledore so the pack won't attack us on site. She is going to tell them that she was attacked by a rogue vampire, which, is entirely isn't false."

"Good thing too. That girl is a horrible liar. The closer she sticks to the truth the better off she will be." Alice states with a dazed expression.

I start to panic slightly knowing she is so far away and in possible danger.

"Is everyone going?" I want to go.

"Edward and Hermione are staying behind to help Minerva with anything she might need."

This is great! I could pretend to be Edward so that people don't get suspicious!

"I CAN BE EDWARD!" I yell excitedly. Everyone looks towards Alice. She nods her head at Carlisle and Esme.

"No one will really ask any questions but Bella won't be too happy" She says with a shrug.

"Okay Cedric, but we need ground rules. First thing, no stalking Bella." Carlisle states in my direction.

I can't help but be slightly offended. I am not a stalker… I just have an insistent need to know what she is doing at all times.

"I would never stalk her Carlisle."

"Right…. Rule number two is that you need to lose the accent in front of people you don't know. It will raise red flags." Easy enough.

"Rule three, no antagonizing the pack. Bella was close to one of them, the beta Jacob. I can't have any possessive inclinations getting us slaughtered." I just shake my head in acceptance. I can keep my cool. Just call me ice man. I'm chill. Cool. Cool. Cool. Cool. Cool. Cool. Cool.

"One more thing I need to mention is that our cousin's from Denali will be there for a couple of days. We were hoping to catch them up about what is going on. I must warn you; however, that one of them is a little…. amorous." Carlisle says hesitantly. Edward lets out a big laugh.

"Good luck with Tanya twin! Better you than me."

Who is Tanya? Oh well, she won't get in the way of me seeing my… uhhh… I mean Bella. Just Bella.

"Got it. I am going to pack now!"

Bella, here I come!

BPOV

I am a bundle of nerves as the portkey drops us right outside my dad's house. Besides the overwhelming feeling of nausea I must admit that it is a convenient way to travel. I am glad the headmaster agreed to come with me to help me deal with the pack. I grew up hearing all of the legends but seeing them come to fruition is a whole other ordeal. I just hope the headmaster's pinstripe suit and bowling hat doesn't set off too many alarms. Not to mention the beard… oh well. I notice my dad's cruiser isn't in the driveway so I grab the spare key from under the welcome mat and lead us into the house. I decide to cook so that my dad has a good meal to come home to.

"Can I get you anything headmaster? I am going to cook something while we wait for Charlie."

"I am good dear. I am going to watch the television since it is a luxury we don't have back home." I was actually quite shocked he knew what it was and how to work it.

I set about making the stuff for a chicken and rice casserole. I figure it is something my dad can eat on for quite a few days. As I oversee the repetitive motions I can't help but think about the past couple of weeks. I have come to view the Cullen's as family. Emmett especially is like the brother I never had. I met Draco Malfoy but and we tend to get along all right. For some reason though Hermione, Harry, and Ron is where I fit the best. Hermione says it is because we balance out the testosterone. Harry finally opened up and told me all about his past. He was worried I would pity him like everyone else but that is not what I felt. I felt pure intense anger. I made it my goal from there on out I will always watch out for his family line. When I told him he smiled and gave me a hug. The unfortunate part of the hug was that Cedric walked in at that moment. He had boundary issues before but after he saw the hug he followed me EVERYWHERE. I started having to use Myrtle's bathroom so she could be a lookout and warn me if he is on his way. I admit that Cedric is extremely good looking and sweet but he was driving me crazy. I finish up the casserole and put it in the oven to bake. I use my vampire speed to clean the house spotless before I finally hear my dad's cruiser. Here goes nothing.

The door swings open. "Bella?" dad says in disbelief.

"Hi dad. Uhh… Surprise." He is looking at me like I have grown two heads.

He envelopes me in a tight hug and I hear a slight sob.

"You look so healthy. I was so worried from the Renee described your illness before. I couldn't tell you were ever sick! It must be that British air."

I can tell he was uncomfortable with his display of affection but I truly appreciated it. I go in for another hug not wanting to let go. Harry taught to never take advantage of the fact I had such a caring father.

"It is so good to see you dad." I stated with unshed tears. Tears that he didn't know would never fall.

"So how are you feeling Bells? All better?"

"I have never felt better." I assure him. "I actually brought a guest to meet you. He is the headmaster of my current school. I know it was sort of a sudden change so I hoped he could answer any questions you have. Dinner is in the oven so I will introduce you and go check on dinner."

I lead him into the living room and towards the headmaster.

"Dad, I would like you to meet Headmaster Albus Dumbledore. Headmaster, this is my father, Charlie." Charlie gives me a look like he is mentally asking me, are you kidding me?

I leave Charlie to his investigation as I finish preparing the salad for dinner. The casserole has a little bit longer to bake so I decide to check on my old room and then meet up with Charlie and the Headmaster. I wasted time in my room by packing up some things that I might want for memories sake. After chilling in my room for a bit I decided it was time to check on the Headmaster and dad. The sight that greeted me was hilarious. They were both cackling over wheel of fortune and were sloshed. I wasn't gone that long was I?

"So how is it going in here?" I ask. Obviously well…

"Bells, your new Headmaster is so funny! He keeps telling me about some of his most favorite pick-up lines." Charlie tells me as he wipes at his eyes. Okay… Um. Eww.

"Okay you two. No more Vitamin R for now. Dinner is ready. I will make sure you have some water."

We all commence with dinner and bid goodbye to the Headmaster. I know as soon as Charlie is asleep we will go and meet with the pack. All they were waiting on was our call.

"It is good to have you back Bells. Even if it is only for a few days."

"Thanks Dad. I missed you too. School is great though. There is a group of kids from here actually that attend. The Cullen's… we are all actually pretty close."

"Yes, Albus was telling me all about how well adjusted you seem to be. I am just amazed at your miraculous recovery. England seems good for you."

He gives me another hug and decides to go to bed. Once I know he is good and asleep I sneak out my bedroom window and head to the Cullen's. I almost to the front door when I get pulled into a hug by Edward? Edward?

"Uhh… Edward. It is good to see you too." Did he just sniff me?

"Guess again." The silky voice said. British. Oh no… Cedric.

"Cedric, let me go."

"Never, love."

"Cedric, rule 1 and 3." I hear Carlisle state. I don't know what that means but it got Cedric to reluctantly let me go. I can see the slight hurt look on his face so I grab his hand and lead him inside. I am a glutton for punishment, honestly.

"Hey Bella, are you ready to go?" Headmaster asks.

"Are you sure you don't want us to join you?" Cedric asks worried.

"He has a point actually. It might help to have another wizard there. They would never expect it from "Edward." Cedric, just remember the rules."

He nods his head and we head off. I call Sam, the Alpha, and we meet at the boundary line. Before I know it we are greeted by five very large wolves. I could tell they didn't feel safe shifting back into human form.

"You can stay in your wolf forms if you are uncomfortable. Edward can read minds and act as a translator so you don't have to shift." I tell them calmly.

"They want you start from the beginning. How you were turned and where you have been since then." Cedric states.

So I told them everything but I left out the part where it was actually Edward that changed me. I made it seem like it was the enraged nomad. I let them know the Cullen's only involvement was to save me. The headmaster showed them actual magic so that he can corroborate my story. I knew without him here they would probably think I lost my marbles. The headmaster gave me credibility. Everything was going fine until I told them that we are going back to England in a few days after we have a couple of the Cullen's extended family visits. Two of the wolves phased.

"MORE LEECHES?!" One of the wolves I didn't recognize stated at the same time Jacob states "YOU'RE LEAVING?"

"They will be here only for a couple of days. They won't even be hunting since we don't have to kill animals anymore. You will hardly know they are here." Cedric states. It is spooky how much he sounds like Edward without his accent.

"Jake, England has more opportunity for me. I don't have to hide there."

The wolf in the middle shifted.

"Jake, we will give you and Bella some time. Come on Paul. The treaty is still intact and we won't bother your relatives." The alpha stated to Cullen imitator. Cedric nodded in his direction but stayed firmly planted by my side.

"I understand Bella but can't you just hang here for a while. You have all of eternity! What about Charlie?"

"I need to appear like I am aging Jacob. Charlie would notice if I never ate anything or aged. The most I could do is visit a couple times a year without him getting suspicious. It is best for everyone if I don't stay for long periods of time. I may not have blood lust but the inhuman qualities are hard to hide for prolonged periods."

He looked devastated by my logic. I really didn't want to hurt him. I knew he always had a requited crush but I only thought of him as a friend. I go to give him a friendly hug just like I used to but before I took more than one step Cedric pulled me right back to his side.

Jake's eyes narrowed. "You just want to be with him? That's it isn't it?! A bloodsucker romance."

"Jake I assure you I am not with Edward." I say as I pull myself away from his body. I am extremely pissed off by his possessive behavior.

"Whatever Bella." He glares in my direction, shifts, and runs off.

"HOW DARE YOU? I DON'T BELONG TO YOU CEDRIC! YOU CAN'T CONTROL ME!" During my rant I notice the Headmaster had already fled. He probably knew this was going to get ugly.

"I can't help it. It was my natural instinct to keep you safe and away from them."

"I was perfectly fine! You did it because you were jealous! This is just like the Harry situation all over again. All I did was hug him and you became a psycho stalker!"

"Look, I will admit that I got jealous about the Harry thing. I acted ridiculous and I am sorry but I am being honest when I say that it was honestly instinct this time." He sounded sincere but I seriously doubted he was.

"I don't belong to you and I never will." I looked at him and almost immediately regretted my words. He looked like a man that just lost everything. I couldn't bear looking at him anymore so I headed back to the Cullen house. I liked Cedric, he was funny and sweet. We have gotten a lot closer, albeit mostly due to his persistence. Ugh… I feel like a bitch. The closer I get to the house I feel Cedric running behind me. Not closely but enough to keep me in his eye line. It just makes me feel worse. I approach the house first and I hear unknown voices coming from inside. I wait for Cedric on the porch hoping to apologize. His face still looks like someone was burning him on the stake as he slowly approaches the door.

"Cedric, I'm-"was all I was able to get out before the door swung open and a blonde blur runs past me and attacks him.

"EDDIIIIEEEE" The terror yells before wrapping her legs around his waist and tries to give him a tonsillectomy with her tongue.

Oh no you don't bitch!

I lunge and pull her off of him and throw her on the ground. I crouch in front of him and look her directly in the eye.

"MINE!" I growl in her direction. My blood was boiling. I was going to kill the bitch.

I turn towards Cedric and wrap my legs around his waist just like the bitch before did.

"Mine." I said looking into his eyes. They seem alive again as he holds my ass to keep me from sliding down.

"I don't know… you seem a little possessive to me." He teases.

I growl before leaning in to kiss him. It is wonderful, passionate, and easy as breathing. Why weren't we doing this before? Oh yeah… because I was being a bitch.

I pull away and look at him again. "Mine." I state.

"Yours." He says breathlessly as he nuzzles my neck. Hmm… I guess I have psycho tendencies too. Who knew?