Howdy!
I know it's been a week since I updated, but again, I've been pretty busy. But in three weeks, school will be finished for the year and I'll have plenty of time to update. I just wish those three weeks will go faster. I'm sick of school.
There's only going to be a few chapters left, and I'll be finished with this story. I'll take my time, I don't want to rush it. Anyway...
Thanks to Carlie's-Angel, la Belle Lune Claire, emmettxx, Mrs Kerryn Cullen, OOHTHECLEVERNESSOFME, BaileyElaine19, Ghetto Goat, Squishfie, kareninaec, All The Pretty Horses and panicsweetkiss. Phew, I don't think I've thanked this many people at once before.
Naomi xxxx

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Skye's POV

I was starting to have second thoughts about convincing Emmett to go home for the night. Don't get me wrong, I didn't want him to be homesick. But I was getting really lonely only minutes after Emmett left. Living with him has made me realize how much he means to me. It's made me realize that I love him. Not just like, love. I wasn't aware of it before, but I knew I'd always loved Emmett from the moment I met him.

The thing about me is... I can never keep anything to myself for too long. The only thing I've ever kept to myself is my healing power, and even that was hard to contain sometimes. I was determined to tell Emmett how I felt, because I know it will be difficult if I don't. And maybe... just maybe... he feels the same way about me. I can only hope.

When it reached 1:30am, I was pretty much insane. What was there to do without Emmett? He was my second half.

He told me that if I needed anything I could go see him, but I don't want to disturb the family. They haven't seen Emmett in four days. I'll give them their time.

I got my laptop out and signed in on my IM, hoping Storm was online so I could talk to him. Nope. He was probably in school right about now.

I sighed and stood up from my bed. Is Forks dangerous during late (or early) hours? Will I be safe if I go for a walk?

Yes, of course. Forks is a friendly place. Besides, if I came across any threats I could easily defend myself. If I can beat Emmett at an arm wrestle, I can definitely defend myself against anything.

Not bothering to put any shoes on, I walked down the stairs and outside in the cool night air. Funny, I didn't feel cold. I should be; I was wearing just a singlet top on my torso. I shrugged and started to walk down the street, not bothering to worry about it.

A cool breeze started blowing against my front, causing my hair to flow behind me. The wind felt nice against my cold skin, surprisingly. Sort of refreshing.

After about fifteen minutes of walking, I reached a small park at a corner of a street. It had a few trees, and a swing-set; the swings were swaying gently against the breeze. I had forgotten this park was here.

I walked on over to the swing-set and sat on one of the two swings. Grasping the chain with my hands, I started swinging slightly, not taking my feet off the ground.

I should do this more often, I thought. It was calm and relaxing to sit on a swing at the dead of night, in complete silence. I wasn't afraid or scared; who would be at Forks? The only sounds I could hear were the leaves swishing from the slow wind, and the slight squeak of the swing I was sitting on.

This relaxing feeling didn't last very long, however. Emmett's perfect face popped into my head again. I really couldn't stop thinking about him for a minute. He was so cute and sweet... and funny. Always funny. He would always join in on my jokes, and make some of his own. He loved my name, and he said that guys would kill to go out with me. He knew how to make me feel special. I certainly did feel special, every time I thought about him saying these things. He was perfect, absolutely perfect.

You know what? Emmett's family can wait a few minutes, because I need to tell him how much I love him and care about him. It will only take a few seconds.

I shot up from my swing, straightened my clothes out, and began to run down the street.

Wow, I didn't know I could run this fast. It felt great. In fact, it didn't really feel like running. It felt like gliding. All the trees and houses that I passed were just a blur, and I didn't even feel the ground I was running on with bare feet. I was waiting for my legs to start aching. I was waiting for that feeling in my throat that indicated I was out of breath. But it didn't come.

What will Emmett think when I tell him? Will he grin and return the comment, or will he raise an eyebrow and laugh? No... I know Emmett. He wouldn't do that. If he didn't like me back he would react in a nicer way. He would give me one of his bear-hugs and say sorry.

I was getting closer to the Cullen's place; no doubt Edward could hear my thoughts now. But like he said a few weeks ago, he probably couldn't decipher the words because apparently I think too fast. Good thing too, otherwise Edward would have known how much I care about Emmett.

I turned another corner, getting closer and closer to their house. But before I could run anymore, I collided with something coming the opposite direction to me.

'Oof!' I said as I bumped into whoever it was. The impact sent me crashing to the ground. Although I didn't feel anything. The other person was still standing. I looked up at the persons face, and saw exactly who it was.

'Emmett?' I asked.

'Skye!' Emmett replied, holding his hand out to help me up. His face looked urgent and anxious.

'I've been looking all over for you.' Emmett said, as he pulled me to my feet.

'Why? What's wrong?' I asked.

'No... nothing's wrong.' Emmett said, 'I just needed to see you again to tell you something.'

'Me too.' I confessed, smiling. What did he need to tell me? That he missed me?

'I'm sorry if this freaks you out, but I've been wanting to tell you this for a while now. It's been killing me and I can't stand it anymore.' Emmett began. He sounded pretty serious. I hope it isn't anything bad.

'What is it?' I asked calmly.

'Skye, I...' Emmett stuttered. He sounded nervous now.

'Go on.' I said, grabbing his arm softly for comfort.

'I love you.'

Cliff hanger! Sorry, again, I couldn't resist. I'll update soon though, so you won't have to suffer. Much. Review?