Sorry for my absence everyone, I've been going through an acute case of writer's block. I couldn't decide what I wanted to happen next. Thank you to all those who have reviewed. I am thrilled that so many have an interest in my little story and I will try my hardest to become more consistent with my writing. My brother is always telling me that the only way for me to get better at writing is to write. I have decided to take his advice.

On another note I would like to thank all those who gave suggestions as to what instrument Bella should play and I have decided that she will play two, you'll have to wait to see what they are. Here is a HINT: One is old, the other more modern, both are classical.

NOTE: Bella always talks through her mind that is why she speaks in italics. Letting you know so I don't have to keep saying she said to his/her mind. Also she won't always talk through her mind.

DISCLAIMER: I do not own twilight of any of the characters created by the brilliant Stephanie Meyer.

Where we left off...

He locked eyes with Alice once more and then they were gone. I looked at Alice. She had this big goofy grin on her face. When Alice smiled it was like a chain reaction and you couldn't help but to smile with her. The butler cleared his throat and we continued on to our rooms.

We said nothing, but we knew that something very significant had just occurred. I was bound to be an interesting few weeks. Especially if I met her again.

Chapter 4

BOV:

"Well now, that was interesting. Wouldn't you agree Jasper? She silently called out to Jasper without revealing her own thoughts on their little encounter. Very interesting indeed."

"Hmm?"

" I asked if you agreed with my opinion towards the Cullen's."

"Yes my lady, I've never seen vampires of the like before. I can see now why you were so curious to make their acquaintance. They are without a doubt the most interesting vampires I've encountered in a long time," he said still in a bit of a daze.

" That is high praise coming from you. Are you well Jasper, normally you would have answered such a question with a single word, such as yes," She laughed silently to herself. Never had she seen Jasper so outspoken, nor so entranced. She had a feeling that that raven-haired pixie was going to change Jasper, and she was unsure whether or not she liked that.

" Yes, my lady I am quite well, I must thank you for your assistance back there. I don't know what possessed me to stare at her like that. I've never felt that this way before"

" Fear not Jasper, I will always be there to offer aid when you need it," she said frowning slightly as she contemplated the decisions she needed to make within the next few weeks. If she followed her visions, she had a feeling Aro wouldn't like the outcome of the Cullen's visit.

Thinking of Aro she stopped walking and turned her direction back toward his office, Jasper following silently behind her. She had a few things to discuss with him before she was introduced to the Cullen's.

"Jasper, I need to speak with Aro. Wait outside the room and keep watch. I don't wish anyone to over hear this conversation."

" Of course my lady," He said as he knocked lightly on Aro's door and opened it for her.

She stepped inside Aro's spacious office, closing the door softly behind her. He sat at the high backed chair facing her with one of his small smiles played out on his lips. She had grown to hate his smiles. She still could not determine if they were real or merely a facade.

"Well my dear what do I owe for such a wonderful surprise, you rarely venture out of your rooms just to come see me," Aro asked his smile never faltering.

"Yes, well it is of grave importance and I was near by. I've just seen the Cullen's, and I felt the need to reiterate that they are to know nothing about me other than that I am a guest who wishes to learn from them," she made this little speech calmly, her hands clasped demurely in front of her.

"Of course my dear, whatever you wish, but I do have one little question. How do you plan on talking with them?"

" The same way I do everyone else." A little confused by the question she asked, "Why?"

" You see my lady, most are not used to having one speak through their minds, it could cause unwanted questions," he explained to her simply with an indulgent smile on his lips as if he were talking to a small child who forgot her manners while in company.

She thought about what he said a few moments before coming up with an answer. There were few options open to her. One, she could tell them that it was her power, but then they'd ask questions on that. Every possibility she could think would always lead to questions. More and more questions she didn't know if she was willing to answer. And if she didn't answer that would be like adding fuel to a flame. They would become more curious. She had but one true option and she didn't care for it at all. Not one bit.

"I see what you mean Aro and I have decided that tonight I will begin speaking the natural way. But understand that I may speak this way to the Cullen's to minimize their curiosity as much as possible but to all others I will communicate in my normal way unless they are in the presence of a Cullen. Does that satisfy?"

"Perfectly"

She gave a slight nod to him and walked out the door. Jasper stood outside the door waiting for her.

"How did it go?" he asked when she didn't speak.

" I will have to communicate with the Cullen's in the familiar way, with my voice. I must admit I am nervous I have not truly spoken to another besides you in many years. I don't really recall the sound of my own voice. You can tell so much about a person in the way they say something."

"I can feel your tension rising my Lady, please don't worry about this matter. I will be here to assist you in any way I can. The Cullen's will know no more than what you wish them to."

She felt her whole body, from her head to the tips of her toes, relax with Jaspers powerful influence over her emotions. She was truly thankful for his power. It was so much easier for not to have to explain what she was feeling. Jasper always knew, even if he didn't understand why. He had been the greatest comfort of her existence. Her one and only friend. She treasured him above all other things. She would do anything for his happiness. Even if it meant she had to let him go. And she feared that the time for that was drawing near. This girl. She needed to learn more of her if, especially if she was the one chosen for Jasper. She couldn't give him up to just anyone. They had to be the one. The only one. And before this visit was over she would know.