Disclaimer: The simple fact remains that I do not own Twilight or any of its characters.

Previously…

(Other POV)

I watched her house as the police combed it. They wouldn't find anything. I am good. Just like the last time. They still haven't found that girl. She was my first. She was supposed to stay with me. She was supposed to be with me too. But she messed up. She left me and went to him. He was a putrid excuse of a man. He was not better than me.

After all I went through in the end she begged me to keep her alive. She begged for her life. Then she threw herself at me shamelessly. It was too late though. I had seen through her charade. I made her pay. I used my own 2 hands to finish it. It was gratifying. Apparently I was wrong about her. God did not have her set aside and made just for me. But this girl, she was different.

She would see that she was meant to be mine. I will show her what true love is supposed to be. She is just confused at the moment. But she will understand soon enough. I will be waiting, and watching. All they have to do is leave her alone, just for a moment. Just once, that's all it takes. Then she will be mine.

Chapter 20:Taken (Edward POV)

I carried my beautiful Bella upstairs into our bedroom. I set her down gently.

"Bella love. I am going to go downstairs and double check all of the doors and windows. I will also make sure that the alarm is set."

She looked at me and smiled.

"Okay, I'll just get ready for bed then." She batted her eyelashes at me before opening the closet door.

I felt my hormones click into action and I moaned quietly. That woman had no idea how much of an effect she had on me.

I walked back downstairs and checked all of the windows. I peered out of the bay window in front of the house. I didn't see anything or anyone on the street. I checked the doors and windows. All of them were locked and secured. I ensured that alarm was set and made my way back upstairs.

I saw the light coming from the bathroom and called to Bella.

"I'll be right out Edward."

I undressed quickly leaving only my boxers on and jumped into the bed. I pulled my arms back behind my head and stared at the ceiling. My mind was filled with questions. Why would someone want to do this to Bella? She was so innocent and pure. She never harmed anyone, aside from Tanya that is. I instantly regretted that fact that I had not met her sooner in my life. I wanted; no I needed to make sure that she was safe. The very thought of anything happening to Bella made me cringe. The accident was hard, harder than I could ever have imagined. The idea of not having her with me was terrifying. She truly was my other half. I missed her when she wasn't there.

I pondered where we might be right now if I had met her when Alice met Jasper years ago.

I heard the bathroom door open and turned quickly.

Bella stood there against the doorway. She was scantily clad in a black baby-doll. There was a small ribbon that was neatly tied at the top and the rest barely covered her breasts. I immediately got hard. The moonlight coming in from the window made her light skin glow. Her long hair fell gently upon her shoulders. I could see the sparkle in her eyes. She smirked at me and winked.

She made her way across the room and began to crawl on the bed towards me. I was frozen. Her beauty was mesmerizing. She reached my legs and kissed the top of my foot. She ran her hands up and down my calves. She then moved up and massaged my thighs.

I closed my eyes and relished in the feeling of her touching me. Her hands left burning trails in their wake. I opened my eyes when I felt her calves rest next to my thighs. She rested her hands on my chest and she was looking into my eyes. Her hair fell forward and formed a curtain around us.

I pulled her face towards me and lightly kissed her lips. I wrapped my arms around her and pulled her close to me. She moaned into my lips and I ignited. She pressed her body into mine and started grinding her hips onto my hardened state. She was wet and I felt her soak through the cotton of my boxers. She pulled up quickly and gave me a devilish grin. She moved next to me and pulled off my now dampend underwear.

She ran her hands up and down my length slowly. I could feel the blood pulsing and making me harder. Her hands were so soft but her grip was tight. I felt her tongue flick across the head of my penis and I felt goosebumps all over my body. She swirled her tongue around then stuck the very tip of her tongue into the small folds of the head licking away the pre-cum that had been released.

My body was tensing up and I needed to feel her. I needed to taste her. I pulled her up and moved her hips above my head. I pulled her down closer and found that her panties were crotchless. Note to self, Thank Alice later!

I turned her so that her I pulled her hips down and spread her folds apart. Her pussy was a sight to behold. I ran my tongue from her clit to her opening and she moaned with my dick in her mouth. The vibration sent me into overdrive. I flicked my tongue across her clit and was rewarded with the same moan. I smiled and quickly started flicking my tongue across her clit at a furious pace.

She moaned and purred. She took me as far as she could into her mouth and I felt the back of her throat. I used my thumb to rub her clit while I delved my tongue inside of her. She bucked above me but I held her down with left arm. I moved my tongue in and out of her and she began to move her hips up and down on top of me. I felt her body tense and her fluids spilt onto my tongue. I greedily lapped all of it up and continued to flick my tongue on her clit.

She grabbed the base of my dick with both of her hands and moved it up and down to match the movements of her mouth. I was in heaven.

The combination of her hands and the vibrations of her moans sent me over the edge.

"Bella, I'm com..."

I felt the explosion of my release and she didn't stop. She swallowed all of it and then licked me clean. I then stuck a finger inside of her and threw her head back in delight.

"Please don't stop Edward. That feels so good."

I pumped my finger in and out of her. Her wetness covered my finger and hand. I then plunged a second finger inside of her and she hissed. She matched the rhythm of my hand and I felt her tense once again. I stopped pumping and quickly replaced my fingers with my tongue and lapped up all of her delicious liquid.

She scooted around and was straddling me again.

"Wow, ready already?" She asked

I felt my dick twitch in response.

"I'm ready if you are?"

She giggled and I smiled.

She picked up her hips and she grabbed my dick and guided it inside of her. She left just the tip inside and moved in small movements only inserting the tip. I tried to push inside of her but she held me down.

"Tsk, Tsk Edward. Patience is a virtue you know."

The she rammed herself down onto me and I growled. Yes I growled.

Her movements were quick and she had me breathing heavily. Then she suddenly stopped.

She picked herself up and turned. Her ass was facing me now. She came back down onto me. The position was different and it felt even tighter. She moved slowly now and I felt every inch inside of her. It felt like she was hugging every part of my dick. Her slow methodical movements were intense and I soon found myself ready to release.

I thought of anything to make me hold on. Baseball, football, stocks, bonds and I even tried naming every bone in the human body. But the sight of her ass as my dick appeared and disappeared inside of her mixed with the slapping sound of her skin smacking against me was all too much. Suddenly I felt her walls tighten around me and I couldn't hold it any longer.

We both yelled "Fuck" in unison and I felt her warm fluids flow down onto my groin.

She stayed still for a moment catching her breath allowing her adrenaline rush to subside. I tugged her arm and she moved up and laid down next to me placing her head on my chest. I ran my fingers through her long silky hair and thought about how happy this woman actually made me. I then remembered her knee and ribs.

"Hon, are you okay? I didn't even think about your knee or ribs. I am so sorry."

She laughed and playfully smacked my chest. "I do know what my own body is and is not capable of handling Edward. Besides I think that the adrenaline rush masked any pain I may have felt. If there is pain later, it would all be worth it!"

We both laughed as I pulled up the comforter. Bella laid back against my chest and it wasn't long before her breathing regulated and she was asleep. She was officially mine. She now lived with me and I would see her every morning and night. What was mine was hers, and that included my heart.

(Bella POV)

I awoke early after having a really bad dream.

I was running through the forest when I say Edward ahead in a clearing. He had his arms outstretched to me, welcoming me to him. I tried to run forward to meet him but I couldn't get close enough.

His brilliant smile sparkled in the sunshine. His bronze hair was tossled by the breeze and his green eyes were pools of emerald. Suddenly his face shifted and he had a deathly snarl. He wasn't looking at me but at something to my left. He began to run towards me and I turned to see what he was looking at. As I was about to turn I was struck in the back of the head and everything turned black.

I glanced up at Edward to make sure that I did not startle him. He was sleeping so peacefully. I placed a light kiss on his chin and gingerly made my way out of the bed. I slowly walked to the closet and found a pair of shorts and a t-shirt. I walked out of the closet and went into the bathroom to brush my teeth. I pulled my hair up into a ponytail and quietly opened the bathroom door.

I had made it to the bedroom door when Edward started to stir. I froze and watched his movements. He grumbled but didn't wake up.

I made my way downstairs to the kitchen. I found eggs, cheese, bacon and orange juice. It was all I needed. I whipped up 2 omelets and bacon and poured two glasses of orange juice.

I found a tray in one of the cabinets and loaded the plates and glasses onto them. I picked up the tray and found that it wasn't heavy at all.

Amazingly, I was able to limp my way up the stairs one at a time. I looked back down proud of my achievment. I walked into the bedroom and placed the tray on the nightstand.

I took a piece of bacon and waved it under Edward's nose. I saw his eyebrows forrow and his eyes began to flutter. I kissed his nose and he grabbed me and pulled me down on top of him.

"Who said you could get out of bed gimpy?"

I giggled and he kissed my forehead.

"I made you breakfast sleepyhead."

He yawned and I placed the bacon in his mouth. He chewed down and a smile formed on his face.

"Oh breakfast in bed, how did I get so lucky."

I blushed but said what I wanted to say anyway.

"Let's just say that it's your reward from last nights festivities."

He moaned and pulled me into him again.

"In that case, I think that I should be the one handing out rewards."

He kissed my neck and my collarbone and traced kisses to my left shoulder. How the heck does he know exactly what to do to drive me insane? I felt like putty in his hands.

"Edward if you don't eat your food is going to get cold."

He grumbled into my shoulder and reluctantly released me. I grabbed the tray and placed it in front of him. He used his fork to cut a piece of the omelet and popped it into his mouth. His eyes opened wide with surprise.

"This is great Bella, what did you put in it?"

I smiled. It made me happy to see that I could do something for him.

"I just put 4 of the different types of cheese you had in it. Just to add a little flavor. So you like it?"

He laughed and his eyes softened as he looked into mine.

"I love anything that you do Bella. But you didn't have to make me breakfast in bed. I can just imagine how you got all of this upstairs."

I laughed at his connotation. I was watching him laugh again and I let my eyes roam to his naked chest. His body was god like. His six pack abs had me drooling.

"See something you like Bella?" He asked.

I was snapped back into reality quickly and I felt the heat of my blush cover my entire face, neck and chest. I looked down acting as though I was suddenly interested in my hands.

I felt his finger under my chin as he lifted my head to look at him.

"Don't hide from me Bella. I love every part of you, even your blush. Now since you went through the trouble of making me this wonderful breakfast I say we eat it."

We finished quickly and Edward took the tray downstairs.

I heard him run up the stairs and watched him bound into the room. He stopped at the foot of the bed and bore his eyes into mine.

"I do believe that I owe you some rewards from last night Bella." The corner of his mouth curved up and he began to crawl towards me. I grabbed one of the multiple pillows from the bed and began to throw them at him. I laughed as he swatted them away, still crawling towards me.

"Are you trying to stop me Bella? Because I don't think that you really want to, do you?"

His throaty, sexy voice got to me and I froze. He was bent over on his knees and he licked his lips. I watched his chest and arm muscles contract as he grabbed my waist and pulled my hips. I saw his penis sticking out from the opening in front of his boxers and I felt the cool fluids that leaked into my panties. I crashed into him and felt his hard erection against my core. I threw my head back when I felt the friction. All traces of laughter were now gone and my primal desire for him had taken over.

Our week had gone by quickly with the same daily routine of morning and evening activities.

It was easier than I thought it would be living with Edward. I had to admit that I was a little concerned with the arrangement when he first brought it up, but now that I lived with him I realized that it just felt right. It felt like I belonged with him. Getting along with Edward was as easy as breathing to me. There was no work involved and that was strange to me.

I woke up early on Monday morning excited for my interview. Edward cooked me a full breakfast that included a spinach and goat chest omelet.

We had yet to hear anything from Sam or James about the break-in at Alice's house and I was feeling a lot more at ease. It was probably some kids that had broken in and found some of my things and tried to scare me. Right?

I dressed in a new black pinstripe suit that had light blue vertical stripes. The blouse I wore matched the blue pinstripe and was made of silk. I pulled my hair into a high bun and slipped on the black flats that would allow me to walk with my still healing knee.

I walked down the stairs and I heard a high whistle come from the piano room. I turned and looked into the archway and saw Edward dressed in a grey suit.

"Well don't we look handsome?"

He smiled and flashed his pearly whites at me.

"I should say the same for you Bella. I think that you definitely fill the slot for first boyhood crush. Those little high school boys wont know what hit them."

I shook my head and started to walk towards the kitchen when Edward grabbed me by my wrist lightly and pulled me back. I turned and saw the sadness and worry on his face.

I turned and wrapped my arms around his waist. "What's wrong Edward?" I brushed his hair back out of his face and he closed his eyes and rested his cheek on my hand.

"I don't know love. I just have a bad feeling. I don't want anything to happen to you today."

I sighed and rubbed his cheek. "We have this all planned out babe. You will drop me off in front of the school wait till I get inside. Then you will go to the appointment with the realtor to sign your papers and then pick me back up. All in all it should only take 2 hours. We can do this Edward. It will be okay."

He opened his eyes and looked into mine. The worry was still there but he managed to smile.

"Well let's get this over with then so I can get my hot teacher into bed."

He wiggled his eyebrows at me and then we walked to the garage.

As we drove to the school Edward kept stealing nervous glances at me. As we drove I watched the trees that we passed. I saw the gates that had the words 'Holy Names Academy' in wrought iron. We passed through the large opened gate and followed the long drive. When Esme told me that that it was a small private school for girls I was a little skeptical. I wasn't sure if I was really ready to teach well at least Honors English Literature which is the job I was interviewing for.

We stooped at the main building and it was beautiful. The large building reminded me of the halls back at UIC. Beautiful flowers in bloom surrounded the drive.

I suddenly became very nervous. "I'm not sure if I can do this Edward. I mean look at me I am a nervous wreck." I could feel my hands shaking.

I looked at Edward and he had a forced smile on his face.

"Spill it Edward. You will feel better if you say it."

He sighed heavily and ran his hand through his hair again.

"Do you think they would say anything if I walked you into the office. You know, just to make sure you get in safely?"

I laughed. "Edward I love you but I think that I need to walk in alone. It will show my independence and my ability to handle this job. Please don't think that I don't want you with me. I think that it is important that I make a good first impression. Please understand."

He looked and me and smiled. "Fine Bella, but I am going to make my appointment quick so I will be waiting for you when your interview is done."

He pulled me into a tight hug. "I know your nervous Bella, but don't be. I know you and I know that you will be great. Now go and knock them dead."

I covered his face with kisses. "I love you Edward. More than I can even describe."

He laughed. "Ditto, now go before they think you changed your mind."

I stepped out of the car and closed it behind me. I stood there not moving looking at the large building in front of me. I heard the window roll down behind me and I felt Edward smack my butt.

"Get going Ms. Swan."

I bent over and looked in the car. "Okay I' going. I'm going. Geez aren't we pushy."

He laughed as I walked forward. I walked up the steps and reached the large wooden doors. I turned back to look at Edward and he smiled and gave me the thumbs up sign.

I waved and took a deep breath and opened the doors and stepped inside.

Ah, the smell of school. I always loved it as a child. That smell was one of the reasons I wanted to become a teacher. It was comfort to me. I felt my shoulders ease and I walked forward following the signs to the main office.

I reached that large glass door that read 'Principals Office' and stepped inside. I was met with the lovely scent of vanilla as a soft breeze wafted past me.

I saw a small pump woman behind the counter and she looked up at me and smiled. Her big brown eyes were sparkling. Her hair was all gray and it was short and curly. She was wearing a multi-colored shawl over a beige blouse. She reminded me a grandmother.

"Hello, I'm Agnes Williamson. How can I help you dear?"

I extended my hand to her and she softly accepted it. Her hands were warm and soft.

"Hello Agnes, I am Bella Swan and I have a meeting with Mrs. Samantha Marroquin."

She looked at me and a large smile spread across her face. "Ahh, the new Honors English Literature teacher. Well Ms. Swan I will let her know that you are here. Please have a seat."

She motioned to the row of wooden seats behind me. I sat down and watched Agnes walk away towards the back of the office and out of sight. I looked at the décor of the school and saw that everything was old fashioned. The pictures were all reproductions of famous works of art. I was looking at Monet's The Stroll when I heard a voice behind me.

"We like to surround the students with beautiful works of art to inspire them."

I turned and looked at the woman standing next to my chair. She was a beautiful Hispanic woman. She was about 4 inches taller than me. Her long brown curly hair fell below her shoulders. She was wearing a pair of brown slacks and a crème blouse. Her eyes were so dark they were almost black, but it fit her.

I stood up and offered her my hand. "Bella Swan. It's so ice to meet you Mrs. Marroquin."

She shook my hand firmly and laughed. "Please call me Samantha. The students call me Mrs. Marroquin. I hope you didn't have any trouble finding the school."

"No I didn't, but I have to tell you that I have never seen such a beautiful school. It is so breathtaking."

Okay follow me then please. We walked past the front desk and Agnes was sitting at a desk. She looked up and winked at me.

"I think that Agnes likes you already Ms. Swan."

"Bella, please call me Bella."

We walked down a long hallway to an open door at the end of the hall. We stepped inside and the vanilla smell was even stronger. It wasn't overbearing but it made me feel at home. I looked around and the office was huge and very contemporary.

"This is very different from the front office Samantha."

She laughed and sat down behind a large dark wood desk that had a large piece of glass on top of it. Her Apple computer was on a matching desk behind her. The walls were painted in a mint green and matching curtains were open behind her letting the sun spill in. The walls were covered in bookshelves and all of them were full.

I sat down on a dark leather chair in front of her.

She giggled. "Well the wealthy parents that dish out enough to buy a new home each year wouldn't expect anything less Bella. We teach, model, and promote Gospel values. This heritage is transmitted to students through school policies, academic programs, and co-curricular activities that encourage personal growth and respect for others. The Academy seeks to prepare young women for lives of leadership and loving service through excellent academic offerings and meaningful student life programs."

She looked up at me and smiled.

"Okay now that I have given you the mission statement let me tell you the reality of Holy Names. All of the teachers here are of the highest caliber. I am very picky when I choose my staff. I want them to not only love to teach, but I want them to take a true interest in the girls. I like for them to be involved in school activities. I expect them to take this job as one that they love and not a simple Nine to Five. We do teach the girls the gospel, but we also teach them the realities of life to help prepare them for what the future can bring. Now, you wont be teaching the gospel yourself. The girls have specific courses for that. However I like my teachers to support the girls in their beliefs. I do not ask any of my teachers to change religions, I simply ask that they respect the values that we teach here."

"I don't think I would have a problem with that. I was after all raised as a Catholic."

Samantha smiled. "Good, well then lets move on. I have received numerous letters of recommendation from your professors at UIC. They all though pretty highly of you. I also had a very long conversation with Esme Cullen. She told me about your accident."

My smile faltered. Samantha noticed it. "Oh, please don't be upset. You see I received your resume and letters right after you arrived and I wanted to meet with you right away. When I called the school board they had me contact Esme for details. She informed me of the accident and explained that I could meet with you once you were better. And here you sit."

She moved fro behind her desk and sat in the chair next to mine.

"Now, I am not going to beat around the bush Bella. I want you to teach at Holy Names Bella. I want you to teach the Honors English Literature program. The starting pay would be $50,000 per year. We have an excellent benefits and retirement program to offer. Plus we also offer tuition assistance if you would like to pursue another degree. So, What do you think?"

I was so surprised. I was thinking that I would have to come in here and sell myself. I thought that I would have to get on my knees and beg for a job. Do I really want to do this? Of course I do.

I looked up at Samantha and smiled. "I would love to accept the position Samantha."

She smiled and stood up. "Great then let me show you around first then we can complete the paperwork."

The school was a lot bigger than I thought. It had a large indoor Olympic size pool and a huge gym. The classrooms were done in college like setting but on a smaller scale. The music room was large and a large black grand piano was set in a corner of the room. I immediately thought of Edward and smiled.

We walked down a large hallway adorned with lockers on both sides. The lockers were even wooden, and not the cold metal that was in every other school I had ever attended. We stopped at room 23. She opened the door and stepped inside. I followed and my breath stopped. The room was different from the others. The seats were elevated and they were organized in a half oval on one side of the room. A large old-fashioned wooden desk was on the other side of the room. But what surprised me was that the entire back wall was all glass. The windows went from the floor to the ceiling. Outside of the window was the most beautiful garden.

"This is your classroom Bella."

I turned and looked at her. "Are you sure, I mean I don't have seniority or anything. If someone else wants it."

She cut me off. "A lot of the other classes mirror this one Bella. This is yours."

"Thank you Mrs. Oh I mean Samantha."

I was stunned to know that this was going to be my room. We walked back to the office and I completed all of my paperwork. I sent a text to Edward to let him know that I was done.

I thanked Samantha and smiled. "See you in August Bella." She called as I walked out of her office.

I felt like I was walking on cloud 9. 'I am a teacher.' I thought to myself.

I stopped at Agnes desk and asked her where the nearest restrooms were.

She told me to go out of the door turn right and go to the end of the hall, make another right and they were on the left. I thanked her and she winked at me. "Welcome to Holy Names Bella." She hugged me and pushed me towards the door.

I walked along the hallway and turned right. I bumped into someone and jumped back surprised because I had not seen anyone else in the school. A man was mopping the floor. He looked up and smiled.

"Sorry I didn't mean to startle you. Just mopping the floor."

I smiled. "Its okay. I just didn't see anyone else here and was surprised to run into you." He had on a cap the HNA on the front. When I looked at his face I saw his eyes. They were the bluest eyes I had seen and they seemed familiar but I just couldn't place them."

"Oh well excuse me. I just need to use the restroom."

I walked inside the bathroom and closed the door to the stall. I finished quickly and opened the stall door to wash my hands. I turned on the water and put some soap into my hands when I heard someone clear their throat.

I looked up and saw the man from the hallway standing by the bathroom door.

"Um, I will be right out if you need to clean in here."

I rinsed my hands quickly and dried them. I suddenly got very uncomfortable. Something was wrong. I felt it. I was suddenly on edge. I grabbed my briefcase and attempted to go around him. He grabbed my arm and pulled me back. His face was next to mine and he was breathing heavily.

"You are not going to leave me again Bella!"

"I'm sorry but I think you have mistaken me fro somewhere else."

"Oh no Bella. I followed you to Chicago. I watched you during your classes at UIC. I even followed you back here Bella. I even took care of that damn drunk driver for you Bella. He wont be heard from ever again."

I was dumbfounded. Who is he? I don't remember him. I was thinking of the many possibilities. What did he do to that drunk driver? I need to get out. Options. Options. What are my options? The fear was rising and I felt like I was drowning in it. My feet won't move. Damn it Bella. Get it together and run. Try and distract him. Throw him off with a question.

"What do you mean you took care of the drunk driver?"

I saw his hand fly up and I tried to move before he hit me, but I wasn't fast enough. His hand landed right by my right cheek and temple. The stinging sensation was powerful and I felt the blood pooling under my skin. I fell to the floor from the force of his blow.

"Who are you why are you doing this to me?" I yelled.

I felt his boot meet the center of my chest and all of the air in my lungs blew out. I laid on the ground gasping for air and trying to stand up. He grabbed my arms and I felt his fingernails dig into my skin. His other hand pulled my hair and I felt a large chunk of hair being ripped from my head. He lifted me off the ground and started to drag me to the door. I finally found my footing.

I tried to pull away but he quickly wrapped his arms around my chest squeezing me so hard I had trouble breathing. I tried to scream but his hand came up to my face and I saw and felt a cloth cover my mouth and nose. I tried to scream but when I did it caused me to take a deep breath and I inhaled whatever was on the cloth. I felt the tears streaming down my face and I was kicking my legs frantically trying to escape. I was afraid, so afraid. My heart rate increased and I felt the sweat pouring off my forehead. All I could think to do was fight and kick. We were in the hallway and I had managed to kick the bucket of water and it spilled all over the floor. I kept kicking hoping someone would hear me or that I would at least hurt him.

It was no good. He had me lifted off of the ground and he seemed to be unaffected by my kicking. But I didn't stop. I wiggled and kicked and tried to use my elbows to prod him but his hold was so tight. My sight became blurry and I felt myself losing consciousness. I saw the stars swimming in front of my eyes. I felt my eyes close and I felt my breathing slow.

My mind created a picture of Edward. He was smiling and sitting behind the piano.

(Edward POV)

I received Bella's text letting me know that she was done. Her timing couldn't be better. I just signed the last of the paperwork for the Practice and Carlisle was trying to get in contact with a contractor to start working on the building.

"Dad, I am going to go and pick up Bella, are you okay here."

He looked up from his laptop and smiled. "Were good here. Go get her champ. We will meet you for the congratulatory dinner in a little while."

I laughed and made my way back to the car quickly. I knew she had the job. Mrs. Marroquin wanted to hire her on the spot. She had been calling for Bella since right after the accident and she wouldn't take no for an answer.

I arrived at the school and almost hit a large black van that was speeding out of the gate. I blew my horn and looked into the van. The man had a cap on and I couldn't make out his face. The van had the logo 'Seattle Cleaning Services' in large white letters on the side.

I pulled into the school and found a parking space. I walked up the steps and made my way to the main office.

I opened the door and saw an older woman behind the desk. She looked up and smiled. "Can I help you?"

'Yes, I am looking or Bella Swan. My name is Edward Cullen. I am here to pick her up."

"Oh, well she left for the bathroom a while ago. She may still be down there. She was pretty nervous this morning."

She gave me directions to the restroom. I left the office and walked down the long hallway until I came to the end. Along the way I was admiring the beautiful art that adorned the walls.

I turned the corner and almost slipped on the water that was all over the floor. Once I regained my footing I say a shoe on the ground.

I picked it up and looked at it. My mind started racing.

"Bella?"

I pushed the door open to the ladies room and I saw her briefcase on the ground with papers spilling out of it.

"Bella?" I yelled pushing open all of the stalls and praying that she was behind one of them.

I ran out the front doors. I ran around the whole building. There was nobody.

'No, no, no, no, no, no. This is not happening. She was just getting better. She was finally coming around after the accident. Oh my God her leg and ribs. What if she injured. What if it's worse? What if she's…? No don't think like that. We will find her. I will find her.' My thoughts were starting to be clouded by the despair I felt in heart.

I ran back to the office and threw open the door. The woman at the desk jumped when it happened.

"It's Bella. Something is wrong. I can't find her. Her shoe and her briefcase were in the bathroom. She isn't there. Call the police. Call Detective Uley please. I was hyperventilating.

The woman frantically dialed and I heard her talking quickly on the phone. I heard someone approach and I jumped. The woman looked at me horrified.

"Agnes what is it?"

Agnes started crying, "Something happened to Bella."

"What? But she just left here." The brunette woman looked confused.

I grabbed my cell phone and pressed the talk button not even looking to see who the last person I called was. I needed help and now.

"Edward my boy is Bella excited?" It was Carlisle.

"Dad. Bella's missing. I came to pick her up and I found her shoe and her briefcase was scattered. Dad I can't find her. What if?"

"Edward, son, calm down. I am going to call James and Sam. We will all be right there. Now son I need you to calm down. You need to think. Did you see anything? Anything out of the ordinary at all?"

I remembered the van. "Yes, there was a black van that I almost ran into when I turned onto the drive for the school."

Carlisle was silent for a moment. "We need to tell Sam and James right away. I am almost there son. I am turning onto the drive for the school now."

"I need to find her Dad. I should have not let her go. This is my fault."

"Edward Anthony Masen Cullen do not blame yourself for this. Whoever this is would have made his move eventually. You have done nothing but protect her. We will find her Edward. All of us will help."

"I cant live without her Dad. I cant."

I felt a hand squeeze my shoulder and looked back.

"I know son." It was Carlisle. My head fell and the tears spilled down my face.

"Bella, my love. I will find you!"