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AN: Bahhh! I don't really like this chapter that much but I'm really eager for what's going to come next! Read and Review darlings!

I felt sick. The smell has gotten stronger and I couldn't even tell what it was anymore. The syrupy sweetness turned foul and I felt my vision blur. Why did this have such an effect on me?

I forced my closing eyes open and for a second my vision cleared. A moment later I wish it didn't.

It was Victoria. She was sitting on top of me, her red hair falling in front of her face. Her features were morphed into a scowl.

I couldn't breathe but that didn't matter. Nevertheless the excruciating pressure on my neck was close to breaking it.

My reflexes kicked in and I grabbed her arms trying to crush them. Victoria grinned.

"Bella, what a wonderful surprise. Just when I thought you moved away, you decide to pop in. I see my plan will be successful in the end."

I growled and forced my hands to grip hers harder. Her face twitched in pain and after a moment I heard a crack. Her right hand was broken. It wasn't much but it gave me a chance to push her off.

I was back on my feet and vaguely noticed that the others were occupied as well. I recognized Laurent fighting Blaise, but didn't have a chance to notice much else. Victoria was getting back up,

I got into a fighting stance and waited for her to attack. Her broken wrist was already starting to heal. She raised her left hand and tried to strike me. I moved away and elbowed her in the abdomen. She hunched in pain.

She looked the same. Burning red hair and a beautiful face. Automatically I thought of James and apparently so did Victoria.

Her face twisted into a cruel grin, "Did you know I loved him? He was the only thing that mattered, and your stupid vegetarians killed him. For a life of a human," she spat out the last word.

I scowled, "He was a monster just like you. You killed all of these innocent people and turned a bunch of vampires just for a personal vendetta."

She let out an angry yelp, "So I did! Just because our love was stronger then yours and that Cullen boy—"

She didn't get a chance to finish as I was already flying towards her. She dodged and let out a piercing laugh.

"What's wrong, Bella? Can't face the truth? He left you didn't he…Probably for someone better. Even now that you're a vampire you're still plain and weak. And you'll always be like that!"

I screamed. Anger flowed through me and I could feel myself loosing my mind. She hit me where it hurt. I damned Edward for leaving that sore spot.

She laughed again and attacked. I was caught of guard and I could feel her nails dig into my skin. My arm burned as she left four bleeding gashes.

The pain was more then I anticipated. Blood trickled down my arm and onto my hand. I rushed Victoria and pressed her against a tree, my hands against her chest.

Suddenly something happened. Her eyes widened in pain and shock as she looked down at my blood, now smeared on the skin below her neck.

I felt something hot and I pulled my hand back. To my surprise Victoria's skin was turning into ash, as if something was burning her from the inside. She gasped in pain and let out a yelp.

"WHAT DID YOU DO TO ME, YOU BITCH?"

I took a step back, my mouth wide open. Victoria's whole chest was crumbling and red tongues of fire were coming out. She looked at me, her black eyes full of fear. My defenses were down and I felt the full blow of her emotions.

I've never heard screams more terrifying then hers. Those screams would stay in my memory forever. She wouldn't stop until her whole body was engulfed by fire. In less then thirty seconds all that was left of her was a pile of ash.

I stumbled back in recovering from the shock. I just realized everything around me was quiet.

I looked up slowly, afraid of what I might see.

As soon as I saw Deidre, Atticus, Blaise and Tyr staring at me I relaxed. They were fine. Tyr was holding Laurent against a tree but he wasn't even paying attention to him. Laurent wasn't trying to escape. His eyes were on the pile of ash.

Slowly Laurent met my gaze, "What are you?" his voice was no more then a harsh whisper.

A second later Tyr snapped out and threw him on the ground. Next thing I heard was the sound of Blaise's sword whipping through the air.

I tore off a piece of my shirt to clean off the blood around the scratches Victoria made. Atticus advised for me to do it on my own as he didn't know if my blood would harm them. He quickly explained that they have never witnessed Kane use this main power and were just as shocked as me.

"I read so much on this, but nothing could depict the reality of it. I'm not quite positive if just touching your blood would cause the reaction to occur. I think you need to have the intent of harming the person," he said thoughtfully.

I was tired and hungry. I remembered the smell of that girl's blood and groaned. The temptation was so high.

"Are we done here?" I mumbled.

Blaise was walking around checking for any pieces of flesh left lying around. His voice sounded tired as well.

"We have to make sure no evidence is left."

I muttered profanities to myself earning an amused look from Tyr. I met his eye and gave him a small smile. I wanted to apologize after all of this was over.

I decided to walk ahead to the lair to see if any evidence of vampires was left there. The place didn't look much different then the rest of the forest. The only thing that stood out was a circle of logs where I presumed Victoria and the newborns strategised.

I walked around sniffing the ground when I heard the sound of footsteps in the distance. I froze and listened quietly. They were getting closer. I tried to make out how many and quickly recognized four sets of feet. They were moving way to fast to be human. Could there really be more newborns?

Suddenly a thought sprang into my mind. The Volturi. It had to be them. Who el—

I couldn't believe it at first but I knew the smell too well. My eyes widened, how could this be? It was vague but not a sliver of doubt remained in my mind. I felt myself panicking. I could not see him.

I recognised the other smells immediately. It was them. Why, why, why?!?!?

I raced back to Deidre and the others. We had to leave. I could NOT see him.

I pushed through the trees and stumbled onto the clearing. The others looked at me, alarm present in their eyes.

"We have to leave," I panted, "There's no time to explain, we have to run."

Deidre looked bewildered, "What are you talking about?"

I whispered feverishly, "Vampires are coming our way—."

"More newborns?" Tyr hissed.

I gasped, "No, just vampires. Look, there's no time. They know me, I have to run. I can't see them. Please, lets go!"

Why did they not understand?!

Atticus seemed to finally grasp the fact that I was serious.

"Look, Bella, if we leave they will still smell us here and follow our scent. They'd want to know who killed the newborns. Eventually they'll catch up. Someone has to stay here in order to not make them suspicious."

I knew he had a point, but the smells were getting stronger. Carlisle was at the front. Good old Carlisle, his scent soft and comforting. Only now I realised how long it's been since I've seen him. He was followed by Emmet, Jasper and…him.

I felt nauseous, "One of them can read minds! And another can control emotions! Whoever stays has to block the mind reader. He can't see me in your thoughts!"

Tyr's calm but serious voice rang out, "I can do that, just tell me which one is the mind reader."

I looked deep into his eyes debating if he really was capable of that. He looked confident and radiated assurance. I breathed out, "The one with the bronze hair. His name is Edward."

The moment his name left my mouth I couldn't stay any longer. I whipped around and ran into the opposite direction. He was close, too close. I thanked god for my lack of smell. I knew he'd know it was me if it wasn't for that.

I heard someone catching up to me and looked back to see Deidre, Atticus and Blaise. I gave them a tight smile and focused on the trail.

We ran out of the forest and I didn't look back.

I didn't talk to the others until we got to the airport. They didn't ask any questions but kept shooting me worried glances. I tried to ignore it.

We boarded our plane quickly, and Blaise went to sit at the front. He was setting up the controls when a thought came into my mind.

"How's Tyr going to get home?"

Deidre looked up at me and cautiously replied, "He'll get a ticket and fly on a public plane."

I pursed my lips but didn't say anything. I felt bad for causing this inconvenience for Tyr. I could never thank him enough for helping me back there. But I also wanted to leave this place and Edward behind as soon as possible.

I turned to the window and watched the clouds slowly float by.

The long plane ride was finally over. We got off and ran back to our house.

I found myself appreciating the time I had to think. No one talked during the whole flight. I think everyone had something on their minds.

I was mentally tired of this. Why did his presence still intimidate me? I couldn't face him. I didn't know what I would do if he saw me. What would he do? Did he move on?

I was still weak and he still had control over my emotions. This could not go on for much longer. I had to prove to myself that I was over him and in order to do that I had to confront him. But I wasn't ready yet. I wanted him to realise what a mistake he made when he left me. I wanted him to see me and want me back, more then anything, but for once his wish would not be granted. I would laugh in his face and tell him that I've moved on.

I bitter smile appeared at the thought. Right, first I'd have to actually get over him.

So how could I speed up the process? I thought back to that time after he left me when I was consumed by anger. The emotion was now dull. If he didn't leave me I wouldn't have turned into a vampire. I wouldn't have met Tyr or Deidre. I wouldn't have power or beauty.

He would still control all of my life. He'd tell me what I could and could not do. He'd keep things from me that were important and force me into situations I hated.

But now I was free. I had more power then all of the Cullens combined. A brief image of Victoria's burning body appeared.

And then an idea popped into my mind. My eyes widened, why didn't I think of this before?

I would declare my presence and come into a position of power. I would reclaim my rightful status and become the true Queen of all vampires.

I let out an uncontrollable giggle. This was perfect! Just imagining his face was priceless. Edward wouldn't know what hit him when he saw me on the throne.

It was hard to contain my excitement all the way back to our house. My smile was almost showing as I forced my lips to stay closed. I'd have to talk to the others about this. Talk to Atticus. See if there was a specific process that had to occur.

We slowed down and walked into the house. It looked the same. We made our way to the living room and plopped down on the couches and chairs.

I took a deep breath. I knew I owed them an explanation.

I opened my mouth to speak but to my surprise Atticus raised his hand in silence.

"Bella, there's a lot you have to tell us but lets wait for Tyr first. I'm sure he wouldn't want to miss it. It would also probably make more sense if we heard what happened back in Forks after we left."

I nodded and stood up.

"I'm going to go change upstairs. I suggest you do the same," a smirk graced my lips.

We still managed to looks graceful in ripped up and bloody clothing but I preferred to be clean as well.

The others made their way up the stairs with me, where we separated to go to our rooms.

The conversation that would follow would be one of the most important in my life.