Chapter 32

The plane ride was short and uneventful. The sun was still pretty high but the Alaskan chill allowed us to cover up enough. Our things would be delivered to our new house as soon as we found it, being held in storage. The run to the Denali's wasn't long either. I have to admit, I was pretty nervous about dealing with Tanya.

"Uh Edward, does Tanya know about…um, the story behind my transformation?" I asked. If she did, she probably wouldn't hesitate to use it to her advantage if she wanted Edward as badly as I had heard.

"She knows you are coming and that you're a vampire now, but what happened isn't any of her business."

"Thanks Edward. I'm really thirsty." My hand automatically flew to my throat. Edward grabbed my hand and we raced off into the woods. Between us, we caught five elk and three bears.

"I'll race you back!" I already took off. I was a good deal ahead but saw Edward shoot ahead. I guess he didn't know that he's supposed to let his girlfriend win. Before I get to the Denali house I spot a stray elk. There's always room for one more I think as I take off after it. Completely satisfied, I make way to the house. When I get there, I am shocked at the sounds emanating from inside.

EPOV

I had beat Bella to the house. After waiting for her to show up for a few minutes, I go on inside. Turns out that everyone dropped their things off and hunted with Carmen and her mate. Great, so that means I'm here by myself with….

"EDWARD! I was wondering where you were. Come on, we have LOTS to catch up on!" Tanya pulled me up the stairs into her room.

"So I heard what happened with Bella. How horrible!" Tanya still latched onto my arm.

"It is, but we're going to get through it just fine. Especially with Rosalie being more understanding." I was confused at how she found out. She seemed confused as well when I mentioned Rosalie.

"Oh Eddie, that's too bad also, but I was talking about how Bella cheated on you after everything you've done for her." She ran her hand along my jaw. I know I didn't tell anyone that. Only Alice and Jasper knew the details. What's going on?

"I just can't believe that after such a horrible ordeal as rape, that she willingly gave herself to some stranger as opposed to the alleged love of her life." Tanya swung her legs on either side of my hips and pushed me back. Not wasting any time, she crashed her lips to mine. I began pushing her off but before I did so completely, I heard a distraught sound.

"Edward!"

BPOV

"Edward!" I shouted in disbelief and hurt. I heard the others coming back home and watched as Tanya fell off Edward after he pushed her. She looked as smug and accomplished as ever.

"What's going on?" I know the answer but I can't seem to think clearly.

"Bella, Bella. We're all adults here, I think we're all aware of exactly what's going on. Don't tell me you thought Edward would still be yours after you admittedly seduced another man. A human no less!" Tanya huffed dramatically.

Turning my attention to Edward I can't help but feel betrayed. Even though it's unjustified. "You told her? You said no one outside the Cullen household knew!"

Alice and Jasper had come in by now. "What is wrong?" Alice asked.

I noticed Edward's eyes widen significantly as he thinks about something. "Alice! You're the only one who talked to Tanya when we were in Forks. You told her about Bella didn't you?"

"It just came out Edward. I'm so sorry Bella! I never meant to hurt you like this." Alice said, worriedly.

"It's nothing she didn't bring on herself Alice. I'm sure this whore would jump on Drake in a flash if she had a chance. And to think, you actually thought he wanted you. I still recall Drake's face telling me how disgusting your scars were."

"Face it Bella, you weren't good enough for Edward as a human and you're not good enough for him now." Tanya laughed viciously. As if to signify her victory, Tanya plopped down next to Edward. He quickly stood and walked over to me.

My mind was reeling. How could she know what Drake thought about my appearance? I don't understand at all. I didn't even tell Edward how Drake reacted. Taking a step back, I start to walk out of the room slowly.

"Don't. Tanya's right. I'm not good enough for you, but neither is she." I whisper and run out, just wanting everything to be over and done with.

APOV

"No wait Bella!" I yell after her to no avail after my vision ends. "The…they…why.." I mumble.

((AN: Tell me if I'm wrong. But I think that's my first cliffhanger. So…review please?))