Beautiful Tyrant

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A/N:

In this story the character names belong to Stephenie Meyer but the inspiration and chapter titles come from William Shakespeare's epic tale, Romeo & Juliet.

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Chapter 193. The day is hot, the Capulets abroad.

"How do you know James Swan?" Peter asked Alice, trying to picture any situation she should.

Alice blanched and closed her eyes. "I didn't realize he was James Swan when I met him, he used another name and he seemed so sweet… Until he wasn't," she murmured the last part, almost to herself.

Peter automatically thought back to the ball and Alice sobbing in the car as they left; his suspicious nature was on high alert.

"Did he hurt you, Alice?" he demanded, his fingers tightening on her arm unconsciously.

Alice stared back at him, tears trailing down her face.

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End Note:

Hmmm all the little teasers I've planted along the way are starting to come together...

Beta'd by the amazing cocoalvin. She's the best.