Heh, okay i lied. Here is the last chapter i have written. Think of it as a present from me to you, that is if you like it. / O well, i'm enjoying writting this for myself anyways. Enjoy, it's my favorite chapter so far, but i think Ch.5 is going to beat this one by a long shot.(havent written it yet though so i can't promise anything, just ideas so far)
Enjoy! And thank you for all you opinions and compliments as always.
Ch.4
BPOV
Staring at the bodies from the corner of the kitchen I just couldn't get over the affliction that lingered in my conscience. What had I done? Who was I? Why couldn't I answer these questions? I felt nothing except a hollow thirst for blood, was that immoral of me? I was starting to remember certain values I had believed in from what I understood to be a previous life. How interesting, well at least I knew I wasn't just a body with one aim in life, to take lives; it seemed I had some sort of character. Sitting here wasn't going to solve anything. If there are two of these species, I glanced at my died victims, there must be more of what I am, I hope.
That smell I remember it, wet dog and garbage once again invaded my clean atmosphere. I really didn't want to deal with those monsters, if they didn't fear me than maybe I should fear them, or at least fear getting surrounded by them. This time I sensed only three, but still I was outnumbered, I had to escape. In one lithe movement I was out through the kitchen window and headed through the only gap the wolves had left me. My legs took me as fast as I could go back up the road from the direction I had come. I needed a plan to escape these creatures. They had obviously not planned on my escape and were furiously pursuing me, something was bothering them.
The ever looming clouds sent a gust of wind cutting into my face. It was heavily coated in the salty smell of water not far off. That was it, if I could just make it to the Ocean, even though I had no idea how I suddenly knew it was the ocean; must be a previous memory. It didn't seem that hard outrunning these smelly beasts, soon I would be free of them and I could head north in search of peaceful solitude.
Another gust came through and nearly knocked me back, it was not only coated in salty moisture but also mixed with the sweet sensational smell that had driven me ravenous earlier. Were these wolves planning on distracting me and then killing me? I would just have to hold my breath through it all, I hoped that I wouldn't have to breathe often.
Glancing back, the wolves looked even more distressed than before. Were things not going as planned for them? We approached nearer to the village; the smells were more concentrated than before. The beast with in me yearned for the approaching bodies of flesh. No, I couldn't let it take over me again, not now.
I didn't think that the ocean was that far away when I saw the light at the end of the tunnel of trees. Giving the wolves one last check to take note of their locations, I observed the sly smirks written on their faces, if wolves could smirk. My head whipped around at the sound before me. Approaching strong and fast was another wolf, one that had gone missing after I hurt his pack mate. My thoughts swum around in a panic in my head, what was I going to do about this? It was obvious that they had me surrounded, but I knew there was no surrender, they're goal was my death. His teeth were bared and gleaming as he prepared drew nearer. The wolf shifted his weight carefully preparing for the frontal assault he had in plan for me. I glared into his eyes, surrounded by wet matted fur, hoping to see some sign of weakness or hesitation, no luck. He stepped into jumping range and left the ground towards me. From behind the other three split to complete the circle around me.
Terror seized me at that moment, what on earth had I ever done to them? Was I going to die? Would it hurt much to die? I didn't want to leave this place yet.
The smaller wolf, lunging for me, missed by inches as I ducked and went to rush past him. A large black wolf filled his spot, blocking my path and causing me to stop up short. I was surrounded and the wolves sat, glaring, waiting for something. The smaller one that had cut me off just before shifted forward a step but checked himself as the larger black wolf snarled warningly in his direction. So, he was the leader, meaning he was the strongest and I didn't want to mess with him. Why were they guarding this path?
They were so different from all the other animals I had seen before. There was no signs of compassion only hate and malice emanating from them. They panted heavily; some had strings of drool dripping from their drawn lips while other simply glared sternly in my direction, focused purely on the task at hand.
The black one balanced his weight slightly and went to rush at me, we smashed against each other. Instinct told me to rip at him with my teeth, but to avoid his at all costs. Following my instincts I lashed out and danced backwards in retreat. We circled around each other slowly assessing one another. His gaze was critical on my movements, attempting guess any move I could possibly make before I actually decided on it myself.
A growl came from the russet wolf behind me, distracting me for just long enough. I thought I recognized his eyes, they were oddly familiar. They're deep abyss tugged longingly at my memories. Returning to reality I had only seconds as the leader made his move lunging at me. His teeth began to close around my arm but were ripped away by a ripped man that resembled myself. The two beings twisted around each other intent on killing their opponent. The other wolves were instantly out of control, two went to aid their leader while the russet wolf came after me. I dodged the russet wolf's attack and looked back for the creature that saved me. I was relieved with the task of aiding him as a beautiful being, also like me, flew up and launched two wolves into the trees.
Bringing my attention back to the russet wolf, I could see the conflict in his deep dark eyes. He cocked his head slightly and let out a slight whimper. These actions confused me, not trusting that this wasn't a trick to get me off my guard like earlier, I bared my teeth and set loose a menacing hiss. His eyes conveyed hurt at my unkindly response. Then tired of these antics he raised his hackles as if to say, "Bring it on," killing any assumptions I had of his doubt. This time I wanted the upper hand, so cunningly I faked to the left and came in on his right. He was just as fast as me but I was stronger. I turned sideways and threw my entire body into his side. He fell back onto the ground and tried to get up, but collapsed before trying to right himself again.
My eyes drifted back to the couple fighting beside me, however I was drawn by figures in the distance. Five more of my kind, but were they really here to help or were they just fighting these wolves off so that they could finish me themselves? I didn't want to take the chance. I turned and made my break towards the Ocean.
"Bella, wait!" yelled a familiar voice. I stopped almost immediately as if he had a hold on my soul. How, I longed to do anything to appease that voice desired. A feeling burned inside me, I couldn't quite label it. I wanted to be closer to him, the dead heart inside me yearned to beat for him. I turned slowly to look at this man that called me Bella. His auburn hair blew in the breeze as he stopped a few yards off. The rest of his coven went to help the one that saved me, now that I had a better look at him I realized that he could take them all himself if he wanted to; he was huge.
Gazing back into this curious man's eyes I realized there was a difference. I had thought we were the same, but his eyes weren't red like mine, we couldn't be the same, I was mistaken. He was watching me fondly until I took a step away from him. Could he know the effort it took to move that tiny bit farther from him, to attempt to leave his presense?
"Bella, its ok, you don't have to fear me. Do you not remember me?" This man seemed hurt at the mention of the last statement.
"I thank you for your help, but I need to be going," were the only words I could think to respond with. What was I supposed to say? "Hey, I know this sounds crazy but I can't explain it, I need to be near you. Oh, by the way thank you for saving me from these freaky wolves." No I wouldn't admit to the first part, I didn't even know him. Was I really losing it this time? I had to leave before the russet wolf could regain his strength, noticing that he had gotten up and was letting a low growl rumble through his throat. I spun on my heels rushing away from both the wolf and the golden eyed man; the vampire followed me keeping pace. Also, I noticed the wolves had neglected the fight at hand to follow us.
"Bella don't go that way!" The man's dire voice shot out towards me.
Ignoring him I ran through the gap in the trees and realized the meaning for his warning. I was nearly stunned by the quantity of humans amongst me. They meandered lazily around the one store in the area, greeting each other warmly. The monster tore at my will, demanding to emerge from captivity. I couldn't help it, I didn't want to let it happen, but I felt my eyes dilate as my will resolved to only view the massacre I planned to unleash.
The monster took me to the center of the village and then paused, intent on making a game of this situation. The villagers stopped and looked at the divine creature that suddenly appeared amongst them. One old Quileute yelled out to his brethren to run away, like they could stop me. Adjusting my posture to achieve maximum speed, I zeroed my target onto a group of adolescence hanging by the store.
Before I could snag one, the auburn haired man tackled me to the ground sending us flying off to the side of a house. I struggled angrily against his tight hold, watching as the wolves too advanced on me. I had to get away, and like a child the monster fled back inside me, leaving me to get out of the sticky situation it created. I wriggled my way out of the man's hold and made for the cliffs. With in seconds I was diving over the edge, before I penetrated the Ocean's waves I heard the man's voice followed by his coven.
"Bella!" his sad wale jogged my memory slightly.
"Edward, stay back we have to sort this all out before someone gets killed." The father figure pulled his son back from where I had jumped. "She's safe for now."
I dived into the forceful surf and swam along the shore line, northbound. So long Edward, may we meet again is up to you. I smiled to myself at this thought, there was something about him. I had wanted to trust him, but why would they go out of their way to help me. It must have been all a trick; after all he did attack me in the village. Why was everyone out to get me?
EPOV
I wanted so badly to follow my angel, but my family was in danger back in the village. The wolves had formed up to push my family back and we had gladly complied. Now that Bella was out of the picture my family was making their way back to the invisible line in hopes to get the wolves out of protection mode. How single-minded these mutts are.
But Bella why hadn't you recognized me? Why couldn't you trust me? Her eyes had been red like any other new born, but she also smelled of human blood. I hadn't arrived in time, I had failed her again. First I wasn't there to protect her from Laurent and now her conscience would forever be stained with human deaths.
"I'm so sorry Bells," I muttered softly. Esme ran up behind me, opening her thoughts and inviting me in.
"Edward, give her time. How much do you remember from before you were turned?" Esme was the mothering type, it was very much like her to point that out to me.
But still, I longed to have my angel in my arms, and I wanted her to trust me. I wanted her to know that I would never harm her.
"Bella we'll be together again soon. I promise I will not fail you again."
I reached the boundary with Esme and was relieved to see Carlisle and Sam working out a treaty.
"Well even if she is part of the treaty now and you didn't changer her, she still broke the rules and we bend them for no one," argued Sam. His pack stood faithfully behind him nodding at every statement he made, what a bunch of mimics. Did they have any opinions of their own?
Carlisle calmly and logically responded, "Well she isn't to blame for that, if you had any worries about the treaty then you should have watched over her yourselves until we were here. That part was your fault, so let's not point fingers here. I promise you we will have the situation under control, but in order to keep that promise we should be pursuing Bella and not here gripping about an old treaty." At Carlisle's perspective statement, Sam rested back on one leg pondering his response.
"Your right, but when you have obtained her you must return here so we can settle this and make sure everyone is clear on the boundary and rules. Don't take too long or we'll come after you," warned Sam.
Carlisle simply nodded and complied, "you have my word."
Oh Bella what a mess you have made. I hope you haven't gotten into anymore trouble in our absence.
The wolves retreated back into the woods leaving us alone on the dirt road.
"So, let's go find Bella. I can't wait to see how she holds out in an arm wrestling contest against me," chimed Emmett excitedly.
"You mean you can't wait to get your ass kicked," countered Alice playfully, lightening the mood of the situation.
I love Alice, just had to add that in at the end. Once again don't worry, next Chapter Bella will actually remember Edward, but no promises about what she will do with these new memories (or should i say old memories?). P
10/10-Ok, I've finished the outline on Ch.5 so tomorrow I write. Last chance to post any questions or things you'd like to see in this next chapter before I start, I'll check it one more time tomorrow before i begin (So far there is only one question about Edward, feel free to add more) D
