Chapter 12: Are We Safe?

EPOV (Edward)

It seemed like Alice and I ran forever. We cut through the woods the rest of my family following us to make sure we were safe.

"Where are we taking them?"

Rosalie asked running beside Alice and I. I thought for a moment, and then looked at the both of them.

"Bella's house. We have to stay there and guard them."

Alice spoke. I knew she had read my expression which is exactly what I wanted her to do. I looked over my shoulder at Bella who looked into my eyes as if trying to find my reasoning for doing this.

"Are we safe?"

She asked me hoping for a good answer. I smiled a small reassuring half smile at her.

"As long as I'm here, you will be."

I said. She smiled at me and I turned my head forward barely dodging a tree.

"Who else is following us?'

Alice asked me. I tuned my hearing and listened for a few moments.

"Jacob and the pack. They're going to help us protect her."

I spoke to Alice. She gave me a nod, and we headed for Bella's house…