-Japer's POV-

"Uncle Jasper!" Renessme squealed childishly. "Yes?" I asked softly.

Renessme's little eyes furrowed slightly and she extended her arms toward him. Knowing what she wanted he enveloped her into his arms so she could press her tiny hand to his throat.

The image of Alice walking away made me flinch "Alice just needs space?" it sounded more like a question the way the words came out.

What Alice said still echoed persistently through his head "if Melody knows of vampires than I at least should be allowed visit"

I could feel the longing she had to see this... Melody, but for what purpose?

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Ohhh things are starting to heat up!