Hey guys...Happy birthday Rob. Your smile lights up the darkness....

Thank you to Mabinda for a speedy Beta. Even when there is so much going on in your life, I can still count on you. Thanks for helping so much. Xx huge hugs love.

Thanks' to all of you readers for sticking with the story. I hope you enjoy this chapter.

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Bella Pov.

After a moment he pulled back and held my head in his hands to look searchingly into my eyes.

'What's wrong love? What is it? You're shaking like a leaf.'

'Th...Th... The window...was op..pp..pened' I managed to stammer out. I wanted to be sick.

'The window was opened? Did you leave it open when you went out to the pool?' Edward asked with a slight frown.

'I n..never leave it o..open anymore. Not since.... well... y..you know... The stalking' I ended with a whisper. I felt cold with fear and I couldn't stop shaking. My teeth chattered away and I willed them to stop. I put my hand over my mouth to prevent the words of fear leaving my mouth and so I wouldn't scream.

Edward stepped outside quickly and went into my room. He searched every room and under my bed while I hovered behind him, clasping my hands together in an effort to keep them from shaking uncontrollably.

'Well... I can't find anything Bella. And you're sure that you had the window closed when you left earlier?' He asked with a thoughtful frown.

'Yes. Like I said, I never leave anything open. I'm scared Edward.'

'In the morning we will go over and tell Aro ok? Right now... Do you want to stay with me tonight? We probably shouldn't bother the others about this right now.' He asked tentatively as he grabbed the bottom corners of the curtains, pulled the window closed and locked it with the latch. He saw me watching him and murmured 'Finger prints'.

My brain was too clouded with fear to think of the ramifications of my decision and I nodded wholeheartedly as we left my rooms to lock up and head to Edwards rooms. Once safely inside, with doors locked, I looked around his tiny lounge room. It was very similar to mine, but he had some photos of himself with family, hanging on the wall. I moved forward for a closer inspection and saw some family photos that were taken on the snowy slopes of somewhere like Whistler or Aspen. I studied one of the photos a little closer and I could make out Edward and Jasper in the photo, but what I am assuming is his parents, were a little more rugged up than their dare devil boys .

Edward came up behind me and slid his arms around me, giving me a little squeeze. My distress from earlier was pushed further from my mind as I thought about how well he and I fit together. 'Come on, we had better get some sleep before the sun comes up.' Edward murmured into my ear after he kissed the sensitive skin on my neck. I shivered with lust for a brief moment before reining myself in.

As I looked down at our entwined fingers, I realised that I was still in my bathers and sarong, and I wished I had thought to grab at least a shirt before I panicked and ran. It was the last thing on my mind after I spotted the open window though.

Edward led me into his bedroom without any words and I looked at his huge bed. I began to feel a little nervous. I know I had kind of wanted this before, but now that we had the opportunity to be together all night, I felt unsure and insecure.

He must have read the look on my face because he smiled and said 'Relax Bella. I'll sleep on the couch. I won't be taking advantage of you any time soon.' He handed me a gray cotton t-shirt with some base ball slogan on it from his wardrobe and then tapped me on the bottom playfully before he turned and left the room with a quiet 'I'll leave you to get dressed'.

Wow. I was blown away.

Most guys would want to stay for a strip tease and a lap dance after what we did earlier in the pool, but Edward was acting like the perfect gentleman. I quickly whipped off my sarong and bikini top and slipped the soft cotton shirt over my head. Mmmm, it smelled like Edward.

There was a small knock on the door and he poked his head in after I called out 'Come in'.

'Wow, you look great in my shirt!' Edward was looking me up and down appreciatively.

I blushed under his admiring gaze, feeling shy in his presence all of a sudden. I looked at my feet and shifted my weight from one foot to the other.

Edward moved toward me and lifted his hand to run his fingers down my face gently. I peeked up at him through my lashes, and I saw him smiling softly at me.

'I just wanted to say goodnight and sweet dreams.'

'Oh, and here I thought you were going to seduce me!' I couldn't help but joke with him, because I knew deep down, I kind of wanted him to try.

'Don't worry Bella; I'm not going to try to jump you tonight.' He grinned at me, and my stomach did a summersault. He leaned in toward me and planted a chaste kiss on my cheek.

Now, I know he is English with beautiful manners, but I am a woman with needs and I guess a few insecurities. I didn't want to go to bed wondering if he was going off the boil with his attraction toward me, so I laced my hands around his neck pressed my breasts against his chest and kissed him firmly on the mouth. I think I may have surprised him with my sudden attack but I really didn't want to let him go. He slid his arms around my waist holding me firmly to him and returned my kiss. I could feel the evidence of his arousal with our close contact and it turned me on even more knowing I was the reason for it.

He let me go after a moment, before we could get carried away and ran his hand through his hair, blowing out a slow breath.

'We should try to get some sleep.' He leant over and turned the bed covers down, but still sounded reluctant to leave.

I didn't want him to go, but I had been forward enough tonight. I didn't think it would be totally inappropriate to ask him to bunk in with me; I was so unsure of the protocol here. I really wanted to snuggle into his nook... I bet it was awesome, but I decided to leave well enough alone.

He helped me into the huge bed and pulled the sheet over me. His bed was comfortable and smelled like the musky scent of man. It was heaven.

Edward bent down and kissed me softly on the lips and then stood, turned and switched off the light and paused at the door. 'Want me to leave it open or closed?' he asked quietly.

'Um, maybe leave it open? You don't snore right?'

'Ha ha, no, I don't. Do you?' he asked laughing.

'No! Is that the sort of question you should ask a lady?' I said, faux pouting and sharing the joke.

'Probably not... but it will be our secret hey baby?' I could hear the smile in his voice even though it was too dark to see it.

'It sure will.' I melted every time he called me that. Ugh! How could I want this man so much after everything? It didn't make sense!

'Goodnight.'

'Night'

I snuggled down into his firm mattress, feeling so incredibly comfortable and content. I closed my eyes and willed sleep to come... but it evaded me.

I tossed and turned and try as I might, sleep just would not come. After what felt like forever, I gave up.

I could faintly hear some tossing and turning out in the next room and I wondered if Edward was having the same problem.

'Edward' I called out very softly.

'Yeah' He called back just as softly; I heard movement and then he was in the door way.

'I can't sleep. Will you lay here with me for a while?'

He paused in deliberation....

'Only until I go to sleep.....please?' I asked in my best 'I need you' voice.

'Ok' he said with a sigh. He walked to the bedside and then straddled me in bed. He leant down and gave me a small peck on the lips and moved to the other side of the bed, sliding under the covers.

I missed his closeness immediately, but I didn't want to push my luck at this point. My insecurities raised its ugly head again and I was starting to wonder if he regretted kissing me or if he had fears of intimacy or something. I rolled over on my side, facing away from him to try to prevent myself from reaching out just to touch him or hold him. I really didn't want to come on too strong... but...ugh! I wish I could be more certain of where this was going.

Edward's rhythmic breathing lulled me into a dreamless sleep. Just the knowledge that he was in the room with me, effectively protecting me from intruders and danger made all the difference.

I slowly came awake to something tickling my nose. I tried to wipe it away and snuggle deeper into my firm pillow, but the pillow moved....

My head shot up to take in my surroundings. Here I was, entangled in Edward's limbs, with my head resting in the nook of his arm and one arm slung over his toned chest. I sighed inwardly with happiness and contentment as I took a moment to watch him sleep. The early morning light gently bathed his features in a soft glow and I could see his dark eyelashes flutter just a little, telling me he was still deep in sleep. A warm tingly feeling flooded my chest and I leaned in and gently grazed my lips over the stubble on his cheek. I just couldn't get close enough.

I lay my head back down in the nook of his arm and he pulled me closer to him in sleep. I sighed again. He smelled so good... this really was bliss, and I could hardly keep the Cheshire grin off my face until a thought occurred to me... Am I jumping in too fast? I told myself to go easy and take things as they came, but I don't think I was doing that right now.

I started doing a post mortem on my feelings... I was loving where I was right now...I was loving touching this man, and having him touch me...I think I would fly to the moon if he asked...I wanted a future with him...I think I was falling for him, but then I knew that the first time I saw him....

... I realised I was already long gone, head over heels for this man.

I was throwing caution into the wind.

'Baby steps Bella' a little voice of caution whispered through my mind.

I don't want to over think things and make them complicated, but my urge is never to jump in with both feet. Everyone that knew Edward thinks the world of him but he still had a certain mysteriousness about him that I desperately wanted to get to the bottom of.

A thought of Jake came unwanted and uninvited into my head and I pushed it away but still it persisted. Was I over him or had I learned to fear the hurt and pain of a relationship gone wrong?

'God Bella, give it a rest. You only shared a few kisses with this person. It's not like you are going to have to marry the guy. People do that and more all the time at clubs all over the world every single night with people they don't even know. Relax and enjoy the moment.'. Even my subconscious was getting sick of my worrying.

I was lying next to the sexiest man I had ever seen in the world and I was worrying? Yes indeed I was... because my heart had thrown itself head long into the race and it was winning and I was afraid. Afraid that I felt more for Edward than he felt for me, afraid that once he had my attention and affection, he would lose interest, afraid of getting my heart broken by this person; because I already knew deep down, that it would hurt more than anything I had ever experienced in my life before, including Jacob's betrayal.

This was where my concern stemmed from I realised.

'Morning Beautiful' A deep masculine voice murmured.

I looked up to see a deliciously dishevelled Edward watching me.

'Where did you go just now? You were miles away. Is everything alright babes?' He lifted his hand and brushed my hair away from my face as I was trying not to stare at him with adoration.

'No, no. I'm fine. Just a little tired is all.' I couldn't disclose my fear's and desires to this person just yet. Our relationship was so new that I wasn't sure you could even call it a relationship.

'Well, I knew we would be after...um...staying up for half the night.' He smiled, and I just knew that he was thinking about our time in the pool.

'You're tired too huh? Sorry about that...you go back to sleep, I'll get out of your hair...' Feeling self conscious, I glanced at the clock knowing it was nowhere near time for work yet, but as I tried to disentangle myself from Edward's limbs he stopped me by holding on tighter so that I was unable to escape.

'Hey, hey, hey babe, where are you going? There is nowhere I would rather be than here with you, sleep or no sleep! Stay...please?' He then leaned over and kissed me softly on the lips and my heart began its wild beating again. How could I say no?

He was looking at me with his sex hair all over the place, messy from sleeping, a small smile playing on his perfect cupid lips, a shadow of stubble gracing his jaw while wearing a fitted white t-shirt showing an outline of his beautiful sculpted pecks. With the white linen pillows and sheets, he looked just like a male model in a Calender shoot for sexiest man of the year or something.

How could I resist that? He grinned slowly at me as if he could read my thoughts. I was like an open book sometimes... I was probably drooling at the sight of him.

I snuggled back down with him, getting more comfortable and resting my arm across his chest, and my leg sliding between his to get as close as possible. Oh, this was so nice. I could lie like this forever. I breathed in his heady scent. Just being here with him...right here, right now...there was no way I could ever go back. I know I cannot be without this man. My heart swelled with thoughts of a forever with him.

I moved to get closer to him, turning my body further toward him, nuzzling my face into his neck and bringing my leg up and over his hips, squeezing him tighter. He expelled a small breath and I became aware of the hardness under my leg. I realised in that moment that he could also feel my lady parts the way I was pressed so close to him.

'Uh, sorry. I...I...didn't realise uh, you know...' I said moving my leg and body away a little.

He looked at me, smiling his sexy smile and said 'Oh, sorry. It's just... you know, the morning... and you are in my bed...'

'It's ok Edward.'

I averted my eyes suddenly feeling shy. This felt so different. I had no experience with this sort of intimate love play. Jacob and I never spent the whole night with each other. We would have a date and go back to his place but I would always leave because I had to work early the next day, or I didn't want my dad to worry and Jacob seemed fine with that too I realised. We were never like this together... wanting his touch like I wanted my next breath. I thought again how loving someone and being in love with someone, was two different things completely.

I banished any further thoughts of Jacob from my mind as I felt myself grow warm from the proximity to Edward and thoughts of discarding my clothing and his.....

Bang, bang, bang, bang...

A loud knocking and then someone yelling shook me out of my wanton thoughts.

The banging began on Edward's door. It sounded urgent.

Edward jumped out of bed and headed for the door with me on his tail. He unlocked the door quickly and pulled it open halfway.

'What is it? What's going on?' I could hear the urgency in Edward's voice.

'It's Bella, she's gone. I tried her door earlier when we all went to breakfast and she didn't come out, so I figured she wanted to sleep in and I left. Then I got to thinking, she would have told me, so I left everyone to breakfast and I came back here. There is still no answer and the window is open out the back. When I couldn't get her by knocking on the door, I went around the back. Her bed is unslept in and the window is open. There was no movement from inside when I called out to her. Did you hear anything last night? I've got to tell Aro.' Emmet was panicking. I could hear it, and Edward was standing in front of me. He moved out of the way and opened the door wider so I could step out and Emmet could see me, see that I was ok.

I stepped out of the door and gave Emmet a huge hug. He wrapped his arms around me and held me tightly to him. I could hear his heart hammering wildly in his chest.

'Oh god, I am so sorry Emmet. I didn't want to disturb you last night when I found my window open, and I had seen Edward earlier, so he offered to let me stay with him last night. It scared me so much too.' I rambled out with some difficulty being squeezed between Emmet's huge biceps and his chest.

'It's ok, it's ok. You scared me. I thought you had gone again or worse. Why did you leave your window open?'

'Ummm' I looked back at Edward.

Edward was watching me and then he looked at Emmet and said slowly and thoughtfully 'We didn't. I closed it and locked it after checking the place out. I hope you didn't touch anything? I was extra careful last night to keep the possible evidence uncontaminated.'

'Nope, everything is untouched. I didn't even enter. I just wanted to get Bella for breakfast like we all organised last night. I guess we should go tell Aro.'

I remembered the card that the police officer had given me and the fact that I was meant to call him if anything happened. I thought I should mention this to both of them. The officers would be returning today anyway.

I loosened myself from Emmet's death grip that he didn't even know he had me in, to go grab my key as I explained about the card and the police and what we should do next...take it to Aro.

I went to the coffee table and collected the card that was thankfully still where I'd left it.

'Maybe you should grab some clothes and shower and get ready for work in my room.' Edward said.

I did as he suggested, even grabbing a few toiletries, and then leaving my place to go to Edwards.

Emmet looked on with curiosity. 'Hey, isn't that your shirt Edward?' He said while looking at me.' Is there something you guys want to tell me?' Emmet crossed his arms and he looked like a cop.

'No, I raced out of there in a blind panic and didn't think to take any clothing with me, so Edward kindly lent me a shirt to sleep in.'

'Right, so you are telling me you raced over to Edward's in just a bra and panties?'

'I had my bikini on. I had been in the pool.'

'What, by yourself?'

Edward and I exchanged a glance. I think we might be busted...

'I was sitting in the pool having a glass of wine and Edward came out by his own accord and we ended up talking everything out and making up and then we decided to call it a night when I discovered the window open, freaked out and, well, you know the rest.' I wasn't ready to share Edward's and my more intimate moments yet until I had talked to Edward about it.

I excused myself to have a shower, wash my hair and change. As much as I loved being in Edwards clothing, I knew it was time to get out of my fantasy land and into reality.

I returned from the bathroom to see Edward deep in conversation with Emmet. They sat back and smiled as they watched me come into the room. I noticed Edward was dressed in a black shirt and his work pants. Does this man ever look bad? No, I don't think so.

'Great, we are all ready. Let's go see Aro and then we can have a late breakfast if everyone is agreeable?' Emmet broke the small silence.

'Sure. Sounds great! Bella, you can just leave all your stuff in the bathroom, we can sort it out later. We finish at the same time anyway.' Edward stood and looked directly at me. If I let myself, I could think that he was finding excuses to spend time with me deep into the night. I shivered at the thought. A kernel of excitement unfurled deep in my stomach.

'Awesome, let's go guys.' Emmet sounded chipper at the mention of food.

We went directly to Aro in the office, explained the issue and left Aro to go through the security cameras and call the officers.

We ate a quick breakfast and sat with our fresh coffee.

'I'm going to have to go to work guys. Take good care of her Edward. I have a feeling these guys aren't done yet.' Emmet stood and hugged me from behind and then clasped Edwards hand in a semi hand shake.

A shiver ran up my spine. I think I knew what and who he was talking about.

'I'll guard her with my life.' Edward said quietly.

Wait...did I just hear that correctly?

'Good. I am glad to hear it. I'll do the same when I can.' And with that, Emmet turned and left to get to work. I was speechless. These two guys were willing to give up their time and energy to keep me safe and to let me know I am important.

Edward and I sat with our coffee and I finally murmured 'thank you.'

'You are more than welcome Bella. You are one of us now. We protect our own; you must know that by now?'

'I'm a slow learner sometimes'. I smiled at him. I think I just fell in love with him a little more in that moment.

'Hey Bella.' A deep voice knocked me from my dreamy thoughts.

I turned and saw Officer Paul and Officer Alex moving through the almost empty dining room toward us, carrying something that looked like luggage.

'Oh, hey.' I said. I noticed Edward scowl slightly and he put his coffee cup on the table.

'Do you guys want a coffee?'I asked politely.

'Sure.' They nodded taking a seat.

I got up and moved toward the coffee carafe. 'White and one for both thanks' Bella' Paul said.

I returned with their coffee and sat them in front of the two Officers.

'Thanks Bella. So, you've had a bit of a fright last night did you?' Officer Paul began.

"Yeah. I came back from the pool and when I went into my room, my window was open. I never leave it open." I put my empty coffee cup on the table and crossed my legs. I felt tired of this problem now. Obviously someone was having fun upsetting me, and I wanted it to stop. Now.

Edward moved closer to me and put his arm on the back rest of my chair. Hmmmm. A possessive move? Paul seemed not to notice.

'We are still writing out your statement, so we will be back later to have you go over it and if you are happy with it, you can sign it.'

'Ok, cool. Uh, did I introduce you to Edward? He is head chef here... Edward, this is Officer Paul and Officer Alex.' I motioned to each officer as I said their name.

'How you doin?' Paul said.

'It's good to meet you Edward' Alex said good naturedly.

'Nice to meet you' Edwards accent sounded even stronger at the moment.

'Well Edward, you don't mind if we steal Bella away for a little bit do you? We need her to show us where the intruders broke in.' Paul announced after draining his coffee cup and placing it on the table.

'Of course' He said politely, but it didn't sound like it was ok with him at all.

We all stood to leave and I reached for the coffee cups to take to the kitchen. Edward placed his hand over mine and said 'That's ok babe, I'll do it. You go on ahead and I'll see you back here when you're done.' He smiled that panty dropping smile and I think I melted a little until I heard a deep voice say...

'Can we go through here?'

Officer Paul was pointing to the rear doors of the dining area.

'Uh, yeah. I'll show you out.' I gave Edward one last glance and moved toward the doors with the officers following. As I turned to ask them if they needed a hand with the evidence kit and bags, I noticed something pass between Edward and Paul. Did they know each other? I must remember to ask Edward about that later.

I lead them to my room and to the still open window. We had all left it as we found it this morning, including Emmet. First they took my prints to rule out one set that they could find. The officers got to it taking little pots of things out of the bag and dusting down the window sill, the carpet under the sill and the whole window itself. They even did the bedside table and the lamp. Paul walked me through everything they were doing, winking and smiling all the while. When everything was brushed and dusted and photographed, they found.....

Nothing.

It was clear to me that whoever this was, was smart enough wipe everything down. There were no fingerprints...not even mine. I left the officers then, believing that they wouldn't find anything.

I headed back to the kitchen, I hadn't been too long, and began my work for the day. Edward smiled at me, his eyes twinkling and took my hand. 'You ok?' He asked.

'Yeah. Those guys are professional. They seem to know something about everything.'

He gave my hand a little squeeze and murmured 'cool'.

'Uh, do you know Officer Paul? I just noticed something with you guys...'

'No. I'm sure he's fine. I just think he's interested in you, that's all. I am not about to give you up without a fight.' He brushed his lips lightly against mine and then walked to his work station and went back to work. I floated to mine and began my jobs.

We set to work and an hour later, the two officers returned. Paul waved me over to him.

'Ahh, Who ever this is... they know what they are doing. They wiped everything clean, although...we have found a partial print and some hair samples that don't look like they came from you. We're taking it back to forensics to check it out. It could be something or it could be nothing. We are coming back tonight and we will tell you if they have found anything. I'll get them to prioritise it too.' His voice became smooth as silk when he said 'Um, Bella, will you be able to join us for dinner tonight?'

'I have to work. Sorry.' My heart started to beat madly in my chest. Gee's, its feast or famine with men isn't it?

'Maybe sometime next week then? Think about it. You can let me know tonight.' Paul pushed away from the doorway and winked.

'Sure. Well...I'd better be getting back...' I waved to him as he sauntered off to where Officer Alex was waiting. I felt so awkward now. I hope Edward didn't hear any of that exchange. I looked around for him and saw that he was watching, but too far away to hear... I hope.

I threw myself back into work to try to forget about the crazy butterflies that were beating their way out of my stomach and the thoughts whirling through my head. 'Are you ok' I heard Edward whisper after about 10 minutes of me fiercely dealing with the Pasta dough that I was about to turn into ravioli with a delicate centre and into fettuccini as well.

'Uh, yeah. Sure.' I gave Edward a weak smile. 'It just gets a little much at times.'

'I know precious. But I am here to help keep you safe.' He put his arm around me and kissed my temple and then went on with his work. I just stood and stared at his busy form. Holy shit! How do I keep from pouncing on him when he says things like that? It felt good that he cares so much. Really good.

Lunch flew by without a hitch and the dinner shift began. I felt increasingly nervous. What would forensics find? What does it all mean? I don't understand how I even got here. Why someone would target me, come in MY window, leave ME notes... It all didn't make sense.

'Bella....Bella?'

I felt a tap on my shoulder and I turned to see Jane beside me.

'The officers are back. They have some information and need to ask you a few questions.'

'Um, but we are pretty busy here right now. Can it wait for half an hour?' I really didn't want to leave the whole kitchen in the lurch.

'It's ok Bella. I'll sort it. You go answer some questions and we will see you back here shortly.' Edward touched the small of my back as he spoke softly to me in that delicious accent. I nearly melted yet again but managed to thank him and put one foot in front of the other to follow Jane out to the waiting officers who were seated at a dinner table. They had folders in front of them and the laptop too.

'Bella! Hey, how are you?' Paul smiled and said in greeting. 'Take a seat'

I slid into a chair across from both officers. Jane sat beside me.

'Hi Paul. Hi Alex.' I turned to greet the other officer. 'So...did you find anything?' I looked from one officer to the other. I felt nervous. Like, REALLY nervous. I really wanted to know some sort of information to point me in the direction of who could be playing sick tricks on me, but I was worried too. What if it was someone I cared about?

'Hi Bella. Don't be nervous. We just have a few questions for you first of all...' Alex said softly.

Oh no. By the tone in his voice, it didn't sound good, and he deliberately didn't answer my question. Yeah, I noticed.

'Bella, we have been going through your statement. Now, you said the man you saw on the road in the dark SUV...He said his name was James right?' Alex was suddenly all business. Gone was the boyish charm and quiet nonchalance I thought was part of this man's personality.

'Yes' I nodded and suppressed a shudder, a tingle of fear running up my spine at the memory.

'Did he say a last name?'

'No. Just James. And the female was Victoria, but neither said last names.'

'Ok. Ah...we managed to find a match to the partial print but we have a couple of pictures here and we want you to tell us if any of the men in the pictures resemble this 'James''. Paul handed me a mug shot with a dirty surfer looking guy with scraggy blond hair.

I shook my head. 'Not him'. I handed the picture onto Jane.

Paul handed me another picture. This one was just a photo. It was of a blonde guy with a suit. He was super handsome with a chiselled jaw and piercing dark eyes.

'Nope. Sorry.'

'Take your time with each if you need it .Try not to miss anything.' Alex said watching me closely.

Paul handed me two more mug shots but these guys were dark haired. I looked at them questioningly. 'In case they changed their hair colour to disguise themselves'. Alex added.

I looked closely, trying to take all of their features in. I shook my head slowly. 'No, sorry. It's none of these guys. This guy has blue eyes, like, light blue...and cold...You can't change those sort of eyes with contact lenses. Well...at least I don't think you can...'

Paul and Alex exchanged a look and then turned back to me.

Paul handed me another picture. It was another mug shot. This time it was James. His piercing blue eyes were looking out at me from the page. I would know him anywhere. I think I would even know him in the dark with his smell and voice and...ugh...hands. Bile rose up in my throat and I raised one hand to cover my mouth, and the hand holding the picture began to shake.

'That's him.' I released my hand from my mouth and I took a big breath and handed the picture over to Jane.

'It is.' Jane nodded and we both looked at the officers.

'But it's impossible' I heard Paul say to Alex.

'Yeah, well the finger print proves it.' Alex said quietly, looking directly at Paul.

'Maybe we should wait for the DNA.' Paul murmured to Alex, trying not to be heard.

'Wait a minute boys, what are you talking about? Why is it impossible? Who is this person?' Jane was the voice of authority and I was thankful she asked the question.

'Yes...who is it?' I wanted to know the same thing so I looked at them expectantly, my heart in my throat, waiting for an answer.

Both officers looked at each other and then at us uncomfortably, fiddling with the papers in front of them.

Alex leaned in, a serious expression emanating from his eyes and he watched us for a moment. Jane and I automatically leaned in a little, and then he spoke in a low voice so as not to be overheard by any of the other guests.

'You see... it's impossible because....This guy is dead... He's been dead for years...'

DUN...DUN...DUN...

How could this happen? What is going down at the Paradise Retreat?

Sounds like something dark and mysterious if you ask me...

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'Cullen, Unscripted.' By FL95. Really, really good. Go have a look around at all her stories. Good reading and some...really funny, lots of humour. DO it! Haha!

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Enjoy! See you all next week, and leave a review to let me know what you think...if you want to of course!

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