Chapter 4

The car drive was boring, I kept waiting for Edward to run up and jump into the seat next to me. I knew I overreacted but I was just sick of Edward trying to control me. It was reasonable when I was human and when I was a newborn but I was perfectly capable of taking care of myself. I repeatedly considered calling Renee and going back to Isle Esme. When I finally arrived at the airport things were no better. I still waited for Edward to show up, but he never did. I spent a few days with Renee, she knew so I didn't have to hide anything from her. That made my existence that much easier. After about 5 days I got another call from Alice. She had already called me everyday to go home, everyday I refused. This time was different. Alice told me that Edward was coming and he was going to bring me home.

I said a quick goodbye to Renee. Not explaining why I had to leave just that I had to. Renee was disappointed but didn't say anything. As usual I was glad Edward couldn't read my mind, because we were probably in the same airport. I knew I was being childish again, but I couldn't see him right now.

The flight back to Rio was a long one. When I got back to the airport in Rio my "after" car was waiting for me. I just couldn't bring myself to sell it. I hopped in and started driving absentmindedly. I missed Renesmee. I had never been away from her or Edward for so long. After a long while I noticed the note on the passenger seat

I'm so sorry.

I should have know he would have done something like that, that's just who he is. I couldn't help but forgive him, mostly after he went to the trouble to come and to leave a note. Then again I was never one to hold grudges, mortal or immortal.

I was surprised when my reception was a welcoming one. Even though again I should have known I was a part of their family now and always would be. Renesmee was thrilled, Carlisle, Esme, Rosalie, Emmett, and Jasper were relived, Mike seemed happy but seemed a little uncomfortable and typical Alice, she just whisked me off to get changed.

My new house seemed empty and quiet Edward. I knew Edward would be back and this time I wouldn't run.

The next day I wandered around the island. I saw something that I didn't believe.

Mike was kissing Renesmee! What was worse and even more unbelievable was that she was kissing him back! I hoped they hadn't noticed me, I ran swiftly and silently away from them, unsure of what to think of their relationship. After all she had a boyfriend. Then again, it would probably be better for her if she was dating Mike, closer to her own species. After all she would be immortal soon. Still she loved Jacob and he had imprinted on her, that was unmovable. Wasn't it?

Where was Jacob, he couldn't stand to be away from her for a few hours, let alone weeks. He should have been here by now. I needed to talk to Alice she should be able to help me. Alice was busy cleaning their cottage but I knew she would talk to me. I knew she couldn't see Jacob or Renesmee so I could only ask her about what she thought.

"I don't know Bella; imprinting obviously isn't my specialty so I have no idea if it's reversible." She told me "if you're that concerned go to Forks and see Jacob yourself. Edward has decided to give you some space, you really hurt him Bella he's even considered going to the Volturi!"

"NO!" I screamed in response "He wouldn't would he?"

"Not yet," Alice told me "but he came very close after you left your mother's house. He honestly thinks you don't love him anymore."

"but I do, I do" I told her "I just needed some space for a little while, he's just so controlling!"

"Bella he does what he does because he loves you, don't you know that?" Alice seemed concerned

"I do I just don't understand why, I can control my emotions and I can protect myself why is he worried?"

"Don't ask me, I'm not the mind reader here. I have a theory though he is afraid because you feel that way that you might leave him and get yourself picked apart by another vampire."

"I guess I should have thought of that, I know he has reasons, but I just needed some time to have some time for myself." I told her "but that didn't work because all I thought about while I was gone was Edward and Renesmee." I sighed "I think I should call Edward he needs to know I'm sorry."

"Don't worry too much" Alice told me "he's heading here now. Don't call him it will only make him more anxious, he's booking the flight now."

"Then I guess I should talk to Renesmee now." I told her

Again Alice told me I should wait "Edward will be back soon" she promised "Talk to her with him there."

Again I got worried. Why would she make me wait? She couldn't see Renesmee; she doesn't know what will happen. Maybe that was it she didn't know and she wanted Edward to be there just incase.

Renesmee was with Mike. This scared me a little she hadn't said a word about Jacob since I had returned. I was still unsure of how to feel about their relationship. If only I could talk to Jacob, then I would know what was going on.

I had a feeling Jacob would come and try to talk to Renesmee, but knowing Jacob he was busy with his pack dealing with whoever had bitten Mike.

The time without Edward was endless but, as Alice had said I couldn't rush him he doesn't need any more anxiety.