Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight characters, Stephenie Meyer does.
As I ran further into the woods and stopped when I saw the scene which played in my mind a few seconds ago in reality. Alice was standing in the middle getting ready to fight while four wolves surrounded her looking ready to jump upon her.
I took a deep breath and ran towards them as fast as I could.
I could feel the energy traveling through my veins. I knew that moment that I was powerful. Powerful enough to bring down the most powerful armies that the world has seen.
Edward was near. He was fast but the new power made him faster. I knew that the others were far behind.
I jumped into the circle made by the wolves. They seemed shocked by my sudden appearance. I did not give them time to react. I grabbed one of them by its neck and slammed into the one who was standing near it. Both the wolves flew into a near by rock breaking it into two.
Suddenly I felt a new energy engulfing me while mine was flowing toward its source. Edward was here. He was scared. He was scared for his mate and his sister. I saw his mind clouding with anger towards the wolves.
He ran towards the two remaining wolves. They were so shocked by the things happening in front of them that they were unable to react in time. Edward grabbed both of them by their neck just like I had done but this time both of them simultaneously and slammed them into each other. He threw them into the direction of the other two wolves that were withering on the ground with pain.
I was too engrossed in watching Edward's grace that I didn't notice Alice near me. She pulled me into a huge hug.
"Bella, I don't know from where they came. Your future disappeared and I was on my way to check on you. Thank god you and Edward were on time. I don't think I could have fought against four wolves." She said.
"It's ok Alice. Everything is fine now. And thank you for coming to check on me." I said sincerely.
"No need for thanks Bella. You are my brothers mate so technically we are sisters and not to mention future best friends. If anyone needs to thank it would be me for saving my life."
"Ok my favorite future best friends slash technical sister." I laughed giving her shove.
"You both nearly gave me a heart attack even with my dead heart. What is wrong with you people? Don't you guys have any concern for your own safety?" Edward asked walking towards us.
"Edward everything is fine now. Your sister is safe, I am safe. You were terrific. My knight in shining armour."
Edward snorted.
"I think you, my beautiful Bella are more eligible for that tittle." He said giving me a soft kiss.
I felt the bubble disappearing and turned to see that wolves had disappeared.
"They ran though all four were limping. I doubt whether they will reach the treaty line in their condition." Edward told us upon seeing my questioning look.
Soon others joined as. I saw Jasper rushing towards Alice and checking her for any injuries and scratches. He seemed desperate.
I had never seen him so shaken up. I knew his back story from Edwards mind. How a vampire named Maria had turned him and how he was involved with the new born army. It showed his fierce side. He was always controlled and calm but today he looked panicked, a husband concerned for his mate's safety.
His was kissing Alice all over her face. I saw the love between them. Jasper was not into exhibition of affection. Today he must have been really shaken up. I turned towards Edward who was having a serious talk with Carlisle. They must be discussing about arranging new meeting with the tribe.
Edward turned towards me when he felt my eyes on him. He said something to Carlisle to which he nodded and gave me a small smile. Edward walked towards me and gave me a hug kissing my hair.
"I was so scared Bella. If anything happens to you I will not survive."
"Sshh. Nothing happened and nothing will. My dad is a cop, my boyfriend is a vampire no one can touch me." I said to lighten his mood.
"Bella, you are my everything. You know that right?"
"I know Edward just like you are mine."
"Promise me you won't do anything reckless."
"I promise."
We were so absorbed in each other that we didn't see the other family members watching us.
I blushed the color of the fire truck when I saw their smiles.
Jasper came formed and pulled me into a hug surprising me.
"Thank you so much Bella. You saved Alice and I don't know how I would ever repay you for whatever you did today." He said with sincerity.
"No need for thank you Jasper. It is what families do. Besides she is my future best friend." I said smiling at Alice who gave a very bright smile in return.
"Thank you Bella." Carlisle said coming forward and hugging me.
I was happy that I was capable of protecting my family. Even though Edward and my relation were only a few weeks old they were now my family. To do something for them made me feel like I belonged with them even if I was human and they were not.
Esme and even Rosalie hugged me. Though my relationship with Rosalie was better I was still intimidated by her.
I was beginning to think that the entire night would go with thanks and hugs from my new family but to my relief Edward stepped forward pulling me into him possessively.
"Enough hogging my girlfriend. The temperature is low out here and I know it must be freezing for her so I am taking her home. Besides Bella needs her sleep."
Everyone said their good byes and Edward ran towards my house with me tucked safely in his arms. I was not able to enjoy the trill of the run as I fell asleep as soon as he began towards my house.
My dreams again were filled with us in beautiful castle and of course Edward. This time we were overlooking a beautiful garden. As usual they ware fussy. I was happy that our bond was so strong that he was with me even in my dreams.
I woke up to find two beautiful golden eyes staring at me as if they were memorizing every part of me. As usual I blushed seven shades of red.
Edward smiled his beautiful smile when he realized that I was awake. His smile along with the light from the window made him look like an angel. An angel specially made for me.
"Bella, didn't anyone ever tell you it's rude to stare." He asked with a smile.
"Nope. Even if they have, it will apply to you too. Is Charlie awake?"
"Bella today is Sunday he has already left for his fishing trip."
"I would never understand his fascination with fishing." I said getting out of the bed.
As usual Edward made breakfast for me.
"So what do you want to do today?" he asked.
"Anything which involves you and lot of cuddling." I said with a bright smile.
"Let's go to the meadow. We have not been there since the first day."
"Sure but you have to catch me first." I said and ran up the stairs but Edward was beside me within a couple of seconds. He lifted me in his arms and showered me with wet kisses all over my face making me giggle.
After few minutes of kissing we decided it was time to go.
The meadow was much more beautiful than before. It was filled with wild flowers.
We both lay on the grass with my head on Edwards's chest. It was heaven.
"Bella I just realized that I never took you out on a date."
"Taking your girlfriend to her favorite place and spending time together is definitely a date Edward."
"Bella, I mean like dressing up, flowers, chocolates, dinner, and movie that sort of date." Edward said with a smile.
"Edward those are for two people to get to know each other. I don't think we need those things besides I am not actually into all that stuff much. You beside me is enough."
He was silent for a few minutes but he had a beautiful smile on his face.
"I was so scared yesterday Bella. I know that the bubble protects you but you are still human. There must be some weakness in the bubble that we are not aware of. I cannot live in a world without you."
I lifted my head from his chest and looked into his eyes. They were filled with love and fear. The intensity of the emotion took me by surprise.
"Edward nothing will happen to me. I will always be with you as you are with me."
I raised my head to reach his lips and gave him a small kiss. His arms tightened around me and pulled me into a kiss which was much more passionate. His arms roamed my back while my hands were in his hair pulling him closer to me. He slowed the kiss wrapping his arms around me.
I was lost. The sensations that the kiss brought was much more intense that I had ever experienced. My breathing had sped up and it took several minutes to return to normal.
I looked at Edward and saw him staring at with me. I smiled at him.
I remembered that I needed to ask him something.
"Edward do you think we could ever you know…" I was too embarrassed to ask. I knew it was too soon but he was my mate. It is like wife in vampire terms right?
To my relief Edward understood what I meant. His face showed sadness.
"Bella, it is too dangerous. You are human and fragile. I could easily kill you."
"But we could try right? "I asked hopefully.
He looked thoughtful. Where is the bubble when you need it?
"Bella, it is too dangerous."
"Edward, I am your mate. You can't harm me even if you tried. That is what is special about mates."
He was silent for a few minutes. His expression told me that he was having a battle in his mind.
After sometime his expression changed telling me had reached a decision.
"Bella, we can try but you have to give me time."
Suddenly he looked shy. He opened and closed his mouth a couple of time as if trying to tell something but could not bring himself to do so.
"What is it Edward?"
"Bella, I want to do this the right way. I belong to a different century Bella where relationships were different." He stopped and gave me shy smile.
I gave him puzzled look. I had no idea where he was going with this. He took a deep breath.
Suddenly it clicked.
I just stared at him with wide eyes.
"Breathe Bella." he said with a smile.
I didn't know what to say. I was not even eighteen.
"Relax Bella. I am not proposing to you." he said taking my hands in his.
His expression turned serious.
"It might be too late for my soul but I will protect yours. I know it's not the modern notion but I need you to understand. Bella I have done many things wrong but I want to do this right. Don't worry I am not going to ask you to marry me tomorrow. I want to court you. That is what I am trying to do here. So stop furrowing and help me out." He said with a laugh.
Even though he was laughing I knew he was nervous about my reaction. I knew that if I really asked for something he would give it to me without even thinking about himself or his beliefs because he loved me.
I knew that this was important to him. I saw the fear of rejection on his face. My strong beautiful vampire was scared of my reaction.
I knew him enough to know that he would love me unconditionally and won't do anything that was against my beliefs. He would always support me no matter what. I owe him the same trust and support.
If this is how he wants the things to go then I would support him.
I smiled and squeezed his hand. He looked relieved. Before we could discuss any further his phone rang. It was Carlisle.
I closed my eye and laid my head above his unbeating heart once again. I knew then that this was all I ever wanted. Just him by my side. This was home.
"Bella wake up." I heard Edward trying to wake me as I fell asleep on his chest.
I opened my eyes to find the sky was darker.
"You fell asleep love."
We decided to return to my house I wanted him to stay but he had to discuss about the wolves with his family.
As soon as he left me the feeling of emptiness was back. It was getting hard for me to be away from him.
I heard the front door opening.
"Bella, are you down here?" I heard Charlie's voice.
"Yeah dad."
Suddenly I felt the presence of bubble but what surprised me was that I started having a feeling that something bad was going to happen.
I started hearing Edwards's thoughts. He was having a discussion with the rest of the Cullen. I didn't want to disturb him.
"Bella why are you in the bubble. Is everything alright?" he asked with concern.
"Everything is fine Edward. Charlie is home. I think Harry is with him." I replied to him through my thoughts as I walked to the hall where Charlie was talking with Harry and his wife Sue.
Suddenly I had of vision of me lying in hospital bed hooked to different machines and oxygen mask on my face.
I heard Edward scream my name ending the vision. I understood that he too had the vision.
His mind was playing the vision again and again. He was rushing towards me.
"Edward no. Don't come. Charlie is here along with Harry and Sue. I don't want them to meet you before we settle the problems with the tribe. Besides you can read my thoughts. If you sense danger you can be here within seconds. And also visions are not always correct."
After few minutes of convincing he agreed but his thoughts showed anxiety and fear. Fear of losing me.
I heard Charlie calling me. I turned towards him to find all three of me staring at me. I blushed thinking what I would have looked like to them staring into nothing.
"Sorry, thinking of mom."
I knew that is only subject dad won't ask too much about as he knew that I missed my mom.
"Bella, you know Harry and this is his wife Sue."
Harry didn't show any sign of hostility towards me which surprised me considering the situation between the tribe and my family.
They had brought dinner for me and Charlie. I came to know that this was a regular occurrence before my move to forks.
They continued to talk about everything and anything while I was back in my Edward land.
A/N: sorry for the delay. This time it was my stupid internet connection. I know it was not idle place to stop the chapter but I didn't want to leave another cliffy. Hope you liked this chapter. Pls review to let me know.
