Okay so I was retiring from my stories, but I decided to read this one to see how my writing was… yeah my own words confused me. But I still understand what I wanted to do for this story so I guess I might finish it if I don't get bored again. But I'm back! For this story at least…
Chapter 10: Beginning of Conflict
"No! I won't let it happen! You will be safe!" Edward argued. "That was the deal! You don't have to die!"
"Edward… What exactly happened?" I said, hiding all my anger from him. Not that he doesn't already see it.
"I went for a run and then a fire shot up from the ground… There were images of what will happen that were being shown to me… You were being tortured… To the point of almost death, but they kept you alive and awake through it all so you can feel the pain… Then it started talking. It told me that you would be safe. He would protect you… But I have to do something for him in the future. Bella, you're being protected. You will never have to go through any more pain. I—"
"No Edward! I'm going through the worst pain I can ever imagine right now!" I screamed at the top of my lungs. Tears of sadness and anger flooded out of my eyes. "And you left out one part of your story! You sold your soul and you didn't even know it!"
"Listen to m—"
"NO YOU LISTEN TO ME! You sold your soul! When the time comes, evil will corrupt your soul and the only thoughts in your head will be to kill me! Is that what you wanted?"
"That won't happen." He said, finally bring the volume down. "You're are being protected—"
"Yes, I am. By God! Not because of something you did, but because he loves me! I would've been fine! If we went into war, everything would go to his will!"
"Bella! Open your eyes! I was shown the future! If you don't believe me then go ahead! Go into this war, get kidnapped, and tortured for the rest of your life! Which I believe is forever considering you're an angel! And you know what? I thought angels are supposed to have a better sense of judgment! But you… you are being stupid right now!" I gasped. More tears pooled in my eyes.
I turned around to stare at the wall of fire surrounding us. If I walked straight through this wall and got burned everywhere, the pain would be much less than the pain Edward dumped on me.
"Bella… I'm sorry. I didn't mean it…" I hung my head for a second then raised it back up. I'm not in the mood right now to deal with his fake sympathy and apologies.
"You meant it Edward… and I just… can't stand being in your presence." I raised my hand straight out at the fire wall and made it go away. Putting it down, I sighed. "Goodbye…" I took one step, and swallowed back the lump in my throat. "See you on the battle field," I say, barely able to find my voice.
"Bella wait!" Edward yelled, running behind me and grabbing my wrist.
"Let go of me!" I pulled back and turn around to face him. My arms extend out at a 45 degree angle. The trees behind me come to life. Their branches grow and shoot towards Edward. Two small branches wrap around his arms. "Don't you ever touch me again!" I growled at him. I made the branches throw him against the tree behind him. The tree he's now pushed against grows its roots and wrap around his legs.
My arms come down and I stare at him, his face stricken with fear. I let out my wings and fly away, hearing Edward screaming my name in the process. The tears finally flow down my cheeks and I finally break down. I fly only straight up and harden a cloud for me to sit on.
"What's going to happen now?" I whispered. "We fight. One of us dies. That's all? Why has it come to such a disastrous event?" I hide my face in my knees and cry out my eyes. My heart beats out of my chest, threatening to burst. In the process of my crying, I'm brought into the presence of God. My wings come out, showing my true form in front of the creator. I look up and am met with the bright light as always.
"My child, what is wrong?" he asks.
"It's going to happen soon isn't it? One of us will die… Edward sold his soul and he has the guts to call me stupid?"
"Bella… You have to forgive Edward as I have forgiven you of all your wrong doings, and I've forgotten. Forgive and make up with Edward. All he wanted was to protect you, because he loves you. He doesn't understand what you're going through. He doesn't know any better, and Edward was getting out all the anger he's stored inside throughout the years."
"I don't think I can forgive him…Not after what he's done."
"Then how can you save the world filled with anger, lies, and hatred? Forgive always, no matter how hard it may be."
"I will try… But what happens now? One of us has to die."
Before I got my answer, I was back in the sky, sitting on a cloud. A small smile appears on my lips and I let out a small giggle. Oh how cheesy my life has gotten. I'm sitting on a cloud… How ridiculous is this?
I sighed and flew back down to release Edward from the trees. When he saw me he immediately started apologizing again. I shook my head and made the trees retrieve their branches. He shook out his wrists and ankles.
"Tree branches really hurt," he said. He continually tried to get rid of the tension as we walked towards the house. Even after just 2 minutes of walking I got tired of him. I still love him, but with what he's done… it's hard not to look at him differently.
"Look… I'll be honest with you," I start, remembering what God said about forgiveness. "I forgive you for what you've done and said. It was bound to happen someday… But… I have to say, that I see you differently now."
"Which means you've fallen out of love with me…" he sighed. "Bella, I love you with all my heart. Whatever happens, that will never change. Remember that."
I managed a smile, but it quickly disappeared. "No one can ever fall out of love. People's first loves always stay in their hearts no matter what. I still love you Edward… but like I said… It's hard to see you the way I used to. No matter how hard I try to get rid of it, I know what this mistake leads to…One of us will die, and deny it all you want, but you will see. It will be the worst day of our lives." Tears formed in my eyes, but I refused to let them fall.
We continued walking in silence until we got to the house and Alice charged us. She pulled us into her arms and squeeze as tight as she could. Everyone else, seeing us back, flooded out of the house.
"I was so worried!" Alice said. "I… couldn't see into the future. It was the worst feeling ever. You guys could've died." I closed my eyes for a brief moment, holding back the tears threatening to fall. She finally let us free and then noticed mine and Edwards lack of contact. "What's wrong?"
"We'll explain inside…" I whispered and started walking towards the door, shifting my eyes away from all the Cullens. As I entered the house, I could hear them whispering. Already making up rumors about what happened. I closed my eyes and finally had another break down.
Tears streamed down my face, but I would not let a sob escape my throat. I closed my eyes and my body was shaking uncontrollably. How could it come to this? I'm going to fight my true love… The one and only one on earth who has cared for me in such a way. Even thinking about how the battle will play out shatters what's left of my broken heart.
My hands cover my face and a sob finally escapes my lips. "I need you… I can't take this anymore… Help me… I can't do it alone… I need you." I whispered. I finally let out everything I was holding back. My heart felt like it exploded.
"I am here. I will always be with you, Bella. Even to the end of the earth." I removed my hands and opened my eyes. God stood in front of me with his hand held out. "Take my hand."
I grabbed his hand and he helped me to my feet. "I can't do what I was sent for… My heart is broken." I sob.
"I will give you the strength. Just trust in me. You're soul and heart is safe with me. I will never leave you or forsake you."
"What do I do?"
"Just listen to me. Hear what I say, and put it into action. This time with me will be longer than any time before. You will get to know me better."
He wiped away the tears from my face and my heart felt repaired. With him, everything felt right and safe. I felt like I was being cradled in his arms. I felt comforted.
Edward's POV
Bella stood in the living room, and even as much as she tries to hide her crying, we all hear what's going on in there. I broke her heart. How could I be so stupid? And to call her stupid? What's gotten into me?
As we all stand outside, trying not to make Bella feel uncomfortable, we hear a thud and we're all suddenly in the house. Bella laid on the floor, her face tear stained. She wasn't breathing, and had no pulse. Everyone started worrying but me. Is that wrong?
"Edward what did you do?" Alice screamed. She stood and stared into my eyes. "This is your fault! What ever you did killed her! What even happened?" she stood in front of me, waiting for her answer.
"As Bella puts it… I sold my soul to the devil…And I called her stupid… And all of it adds up to some war. Where only one survives. We're going to fight each other to the death… And it's all my fault."
"How could you? All Bella did was stand by your side and gave her heart to you! You're the stupid one!"
"I've been fighting all day Alice, I'm not in the mood."
"Not in the mood?" She screamed at the top of her lungs. "Bella is lying on the floor dead! I never believed someone could die because of a broken heart, but looks like it's possible. And you triggered it!" She screamed in my face.
My heart felt nothing. With Bella's body being carried away by Carlisle and Emmett, my heart isn't even breaking. No emotion rattles me. Have I retrieved a truly dead heart through the deal? What's happening to me?
Alright so obviously Bella isn't dead, but the Cullens don't know any better. Hope you enjoyed my comeback after like 2 years. Sorry for those who have been waiting. I didn't exactly post that I was "retiring" on my lovingmaiweird account.