*A/N: Thanks to my lovely beta and awbffe NessiesMomma for beta reading. The next chapter will probably be awhile. I'm nearing the end of my college courses and should be done by May 4th. hopefully I'll have your chapter up by then*

*Disclaimer: I do not own twilight or its characters, SM does. I do however want Edward Cullen to spend eternity in my bedroom ;]*


The Cullen's were quickly at my side, in defensive positions. The nomads mimicked their stances.

James tried his luck again, "What is she?"

It was Laurent who stood grabbing James' arm, "Let us go from here."

He knew they were clearly outnumbered. I didn't care that I didn't know how to fight; I surely had strength on them. I could handle that Victoria, who was still staring at me with intent to kill. But I knew this wasn't the Cullen's nature. They didn't want a fight to break out, but they would do what they needed to defend me.

Suddenly a low growling could be heard from the forest.

Laurent turned towards it, "It can't be…"

A large black wolf stepped out from the forest, flanked by five more. One I recognized to be Jake. They stepped forward slowly, waiting for the nomads to make the first move, and inched closer towards their prey. The nomads made eye contact and, without a glance towards us, ran off in the opposite direction of the wolves. The wolves followed them.

"Jake!" I called out.

Edward brought me into his embrace and I realized I was shaking. "He'll be okay, Bella. They were built to kill us." My shaking subsided and he continued, "Right now, though, I'm worried about you. Are you okay?"

"I-I'm okay. What was that all about anyway?"

"He wanted you. He's sick, Bella. Sadistic even. First he wanted you simply for your beauty, then because you belonged to me, and then, when he smelled your blood, he wanted to … drink from you."

I shuddered and looked towards Carlisle. "Is that even possible?"

Carlisle answered. "I don't know. We haven't tested it. But, if I was to guess, I'd say yes. I can inject you with a special kind of needle, so that shows a difference in your make-up then ours."

"So I could possibly become a full vampire?"

"I wouldn't try it. We don't know the outcome."

My face fell. I was hoping for an alternative if I wasn't immortal, or so I wouldn't constantly be in danger.

"Bella, stop with that kind of talk. I told you, you're perfect." Edward took my face in hands and kissed me hard to bring his point home. I forgot all about time and place in that kiss. When he pulled away, I was sure my knees would buckle.

"They'll leave us alone for awhile, but they'll be back." Alice's face was full of concern. "We need to pick up our efforts at finding another hybrid. Just to avoid any… royal entanglements."

The Volturi. Oh, God. What if they told? What if the secret the Cullen's had worked so hard at keeping finally found its way out.

"Bella, you're shaking. Relax." Edward soothed me by rubbing his hands on my arms. "Maybe we should get her home."

"Not yet." I turned towards Alice about to ask her why, when I heard the rustling of leaves.

I turned towards the noise just as two wolves made their way out. The black one I saw earlier and Jake. I went to run towards him but Edward held my hand firm.

"I'll be okay," I whispered. He didn't relent. "Read his mind. Will he hurt me?"

He reluctantly let go of my hand and I walked hesitantly towards Jake.

"Edward?" Carlisle called. "We need your help so we can talk with Sam."

Jake laid on the ground and was now level with me. He bowed his head in greeting and I brought my hand to his russet fur, feeling it with my fingers. Soft. I sat beside him, lying against him.

"I miss this," I whispered.

Jake nodded and then licked me.

"Ew, Jake. Gross." I began wiping my cheek with my jacket sleeve.

We sat there as Sam, or rather Edward, told us how James and Victoria got away. They were able to kill Laurent. I was still astounded how something I thought was indestructible could be killed by a bunch of mangy dogs I spend most of my life hanging around with.

"How do you kill a vampire?" I asked.

Jake showed his massive teeth and I laughed. Jasper answered, "You rip them apart and burn the pieces. If you don't burn the pieces they'll just rejoin."

I nodded. They discussed a little further and then Jake nuzzled my side. I stood up and he followed suit bowing his head and walking over to Sam. They turned and ran back into the forest to continue to search for James and Victoria.

I walked over to Edward taking his hand in mine. "Can we go home?"

"I was waiting for you to say that." He smiled.

****

I was in lying in my room with Edward. I just couldn't bear to listen about James and Victoria any more. I wanted to go back to last night, with Edward, or even this morning, with my family. I called my dad Charlie as soon as we got inside and pleaded with him not to worry. He let me talk to Sue for awhile who told me she missed me and then passed the phone to an ever talkative Seth. After I hung up I dragged Edward to bedroom and we've been lying here ever since.

"Do you want to talk?" Edward asked.

"No. I just want to be here with you." My voice was shaky and I was sure he noticed.

"I'm not going to let anything happen to you, Bella." He paused. "You're my only reason to stay… alive, if that's what I am. It's my job to protect you."

"I was so scared that one of you would get hurt, that you would get hurt, because of me. I can't even… think… about someone hurting you."

He kissed my hair and I smiled sadly. "The only thing that can hurt me is you. And I don't have anything else to be afraid of."

I hummed not wanted to discuss James and Victoria and their possible dangers to the handsome guy whose arms were wrapped tightly around me. "What's going to happen with the other hybrid search?"

"We're going to make contact with friends of ours and see if we can pick up any leads."

"And where will I be?" I turned towards him and met his eyes. "I know you're going to help out."

"I am. You could either stay here with my family or… go to La Push."

A smile crossed my face, "You're really okay with that?"

"As much as the thought of you with him drives me wild, I have to admit you're safe there." He smirked. "Well, as safe as a hybrid could be surrounded by dogs."

"Thank you, Edward."

I placed my lips on his. We moved together, our lips and bodies molding to each others. I fit so perfect in Edwards arms. It was like I was made for him.

"Do you want to visit your father tonight?"

I chuckled against his lips. "You're really thinking about my dad right now?"

"No. I'm thinking about you right now." He placed a kiss on my open mouth. "And what would make you happy."

Bringing my mouth to his and slipping my tongue to his I could truly feel happiness. With Edward, I never questioned anything. I just knew, in a way, I belonged to him. Was I afraid of what I felt? Yes, who wouldn't be? But I was drawn to him and I just had to be with him. Deep down inside, there was a part of me that was afraid he would leave me. But, here with Edward's mouth on mine, all questions went out the window.

"This makes me happy." Kiss. "But yes, I want to." Kiss.

"Good." Kiss. "Now all my attention can be brought to your other needs."

He positioned himself over me, spreading my legs so he could fit between them. My legs lifted and rested on his hips. I could already feel his need for me pressing intently against my sex. All his attention was definitely on me.

His nose ghosted across my face, his breath sending me into a daze. Lips lightly pressed against my neck and it took all my control to not attack him right then and there.

"I want you." His voice was low and husky. "I know you're not ready for all of me yet…" My body shivered with just the thought of having all of him. Edward was well endowed in that department. "… but I plan to have fun with the alternatives."

Rain could be heard hitting the glass, creating the most beautiful symphony for what was going on in my bed. His hands slowly went to the hem of my thermal, lifting it over my head. Quickly his hands were at my jeans, pulling at the button and sliding down the zipper. He pulled my jeans off me before giving me the once over and licking his lips.

I took advantage of his momentary lapse and unbuttoned his jersey, sliding it off his shoulders. With a flick of his wrist he sent it to join my clothes which were at the side of the bed. Sliding both my hands down his chest, I placed them underneath his shirt and hooked my thumbs on the outside. I lifted it slow, taking my time as muscle after glorifying muscle peeked out from under my hands.

When his shirt was removed it was time for his sweats. Placing my bottom lip between my teeth I gripped his shoulders and, using my feet, slipped his sweats off his body. I met Edward's eyes and the hunger I always longed for was present in them. My breathing hitched and I felt the pooling already begin between my thighs.

With only the thin material of my boy shorts and his briefs separating us, Edward began creating the most beautiful friction with his hips. I whimpered. His lips pulled on the lip stuck between my teeth and placed it in his mouth, pulling gently. I sat up a little and Edward brought his tongue into my mouth and fought for dominance with my own. Supporting himself with one hand, his other glided up my stomach and pushed away the flimsy material of my bra and slipped underneath.

His thumb and forefinger pulled and rolled my nipple causing me to moan in his mouth. I arched my back giving him more access and he slipped his hand behind me, unclasping my bra. The straps began sliding from my shoulders and he pulled the unwanted article from my body throwing it across the room.

I rolled us over, straddling his waist. He sat up and began kissing my neck and playing with both of my breasts. Reaching behind me I freed his erection from the confines of his briefs and wrapped my hand around it, squeezing.

"Fuck," he moaned.

His mouth moved from my lips to swirl his tongue around my breast. I began pumping him with my hand, unrelenting. Edward began grunting and gripping my breast roughly causing loud moans to escape my parted lips.

Edward's hands were frantic against me and I knew he was close. I wanted to taste him again.

"Edward," I moaned. "I want you… I want you in my mouth."

He didn't hesitate and his hands quickly slid down my body flipping me and placing my legs to straddle his face. My mouth found solace on his dick and I began moving him within my mouth. I felt Edward's hands on the back of my thighs. They roamed over my ass and back down in between my thighs. He pushed back the material of my shorts, flicking his tongue against my clit.

I hummed against him, pushing him even further down my throat. My tongue swirled around him and I flicked my tongue along his head. He was working his magic on me and I began to feel the coil begin to pull deep in my stomach, wanting to be released. He added a finger and then a second working them in and out of me as his mouth sucked and clamped on my clit.

Opening up my throat I pushed him deep and swallowed. He lost all control. His hips bucked and he spilled his sweet juice down my throat. I released him with a pop just as he curled his fingers inside me and I came undone the coil releasing.

"Edward," I panted.

His tongue moved between my folds and I crashed near his thighs. When my body calmed, Edward moved to a sitting position and slowly flipped me onto my back. He eased my legs open rubbing his hands soothingly along them.

His mouth kissed my kneecap and up my leg. When his lips met the junction of my thigh he sucked, leaving his mark. His cool breath being close to my swollen sensitive flesh causing me to squirm beneath his grip.

"Perfect." Edward pulled back admiring his handiwork as I stared at him with my eyebrow arched. He met my gaze. "What?"

"Marking me so soon?"

He chuckled softly. "Of course. Don't want that Jacob Black getting any ideas."

"So you mark me on the inside of my thigh? When is he going to see that part of my body?"

"I may have not been thinking clearly."

I pulled his face to mine and pressing my lips to his. "That seems to happen a lot when were together."

He smirked at me and arched his eyebrow. "Are you complaining?"

"Not in the least."

His lips came down to mine and moved in a slow pace. When he pulled back he was smiling triumphantly.

"We should rejoin the rest of society."

I pouted and he pulled on my bottom lip with his teeth. Before I could pull him into me he was across the room. He pulled on his sweats and top.

"You know I'm faster than you, right?" I eyed his sculpted chest. "I can jump across the room too."

Once he was fully dressed he looked my way. "But you're going to be a good girl, for once."

He turned and walked out the door, smiling at me as he closed it behind him. I guess now was as good a time as any to get dressed. I went to the side of the bed where my clothes were discarded haphazardly and grabbed them. I put them on and walked over to the bathroom to check my appearance. My lips were swollen and red from kissing and my hair was a crazy mess on top of my head. I grabbed a hair tie from my wrist and pulled my hair back into a tight pony-tail and took water and rubbed against my mouth. Giving up, I strolled out of the bathroom and downstairs.

Jasper, Emmett, and Alice were playing rock band. With Emmett on drums, Alice on lead guitar, and Jaspers southern drawl singing. Edward was sitting next to Esme cheering them on. Edward had changed from his sweats to a pair of jeans and a thermal. I walked toward Edward and he pulled me on his lap.

"I have to call Charlie." I tried to squirm out of his grip.

"You can call him from here." He placed his chin on my shoulder pulling me closer to him and continued to watch his siblings.

I huffed and pulled out my cell phone dialing Charlie's number. He picked up after two rings.

"Hello, Bella."

"Hi Dad."

"How have you been?"

"Same old. I'm more concerned about you. Sue's been asking about you."

I smiled. "That's actually why I called. Edward and I were thinking of stopping by for dinner tonight. Well I'll eat, Edward will… you know what I mean."

"Yeah that sounds great. Is five okay?" he chuckled.

"Perfect. See you then, Dad. Love you."

"Love you too."

I hung up the phone and leaned further into Edward. "I suppose I don't have to tell you what time were going since you probably heard everything."

"I'll amuse you. Love, what did your father say?" I felt him smile against my shoulder.

"He said dinner at five. So you better get yourself a mountain lion."

"I hunted last night." He paused. "Would you ever want to try hunting one day?"

I bit my lip. "I don't know. Maybe one day."

I wrapped my arms around him and Edward laid his head on my chest. I watched as the Rock Band trio beat yet another level. I began to wonder if I would ever get over my queasiness of blood and be able to go hunting with Edward.

****

"What's on your mind, love?"

I snapped out of my revere. We were in Edward's Volvo on the way to my father's house. Calamity by Two Steps from Hell was playing through the speakers.

"Nothing. Just wondering if I'll ever feel normalcy."

I shrugged and Edward reached over to grab my hand. He strummed the beat of the melody along my fingers.

"You weren't meant to be normal, Bella. You were born to stand out. I love that you always surprise me."

"Still, it would be nice to know what's going to happen to me."

He squeezed my hand. "Whatever it is, we'll face it together."

I chewed on my lip. "What if I'm not immortal, Edward? What if I'm going to die?"

"I'll follow right behind you."

He said it with such determination my body stilled. "Edward, you can't do that. Think of Esme. Think of your family."

"Bella, you're my life. This… existence means nothing without you."

"I don't want to have that kind of power over someone." I shook my head. "Edward, promise me you want make such rash decisions."

His gaze dropped. "I can't make that kind of promise."

Before I had a chance to argue, we pulled up in front of my house. Edward parked the car and sprinted to my side, opening the door for me and held out his hand. I took it and we walked up to the front door. I knocked lightly and waited.

The door opened and I saw the last person I expected to see, standing there. I saw Edwards body tense as we were greeted.

"Hey, Bells." He smiled. "Seth invited me over."

Jake. Jake was staying for dinner. Could today get any worse?