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I was a heavy heart to carry

My feet dragged across ground

And he took me to the river

Where he slowly let me drown

Forks, Washington, 2008
Isabella Marie Whitlock Mason Cullen's POV:

"That's it Bella, perfect! Now I want you to concentrate on inhaling." Carlisle said while watching my wings arch in a different angle. I was currently trying to get these massive things into my back, and so far we have been standing in my backyard for an hour. Not to mention, my back actually started to hurt. Yours would as well, if you had to shove wings half the size of your body into your spine. I finally got the things to fold in, creating a soft tattoo of what used to be my giant black wings. It stung a little at first, but it was worth it.

After I had confessed, I took the library of inviting my family over to my house. I forgot I even had one! The annoying jingling noise of my elegant skull key necklace reminded me I actually wasn't a nomad. I had to admit, it felt nice to be back in the house. Also as soon as we had all reached the place, Rosalie ventured off into my garage to check out my rides.

Emmett ran off into the den and hooked up the Xbox while putting in some game. I hadn't even bothered to read the tittle when I purchased the thing, it was just another 'decoration' for this house, incase mortals ever come over. All I know was there was a lot of blood and cursing. Alice ran straight to my closet. I could hear the squealing from down hear and the occasional 'hmph' when she found an item she disliked. Jasper went with her, but I am sure he was more interested in my collection of journals and books.

Carlisle had someone managed to find my 'secret' library in the dungeon…I mean basement. Ha. Esme had followed him although I could see her marveling at every detail and every piece of furniture in the house. She complimented me on my style and I thanked her in return. If she wanted to add some of her own finishing touches, she could go right ahead. As long as nothing was pink. I shuddered.

I took Edward by his hand and led him to my backyard. We climbed up the trees and scaled the side of the house until we reached the roof. This was the highest floor of the house, almost like the 'tower'. It was a simple room with windows surrounding it, letting light spill through onto the dusty wooden floor. Of course, there was a hidden staircase that led to this room, but what was the fun in that? Also, you never know who could be watching. This room I wanted to remain secret.

Edward sat on the windowsill with me in his arms. I leaned back and inhaled his scent, memorizing every second of this perfect moment…because deep down I knew it would never last. Just like how we reunited. I returned, but what had happened when I left? Actually…that was a good question to ask. I just hope it wasn't to bad.

"Edward…" My voice shook slightly as I trailed off. I really hope I would regret asking him this later. "What exactly happened when I left? How did you find out the wolves were the ones who took me?"

Edward sat up straighter and his eyes turned a tint darker. He sounded like he was choking down on his own growls, so it must have been bad. I reached my hand up and lightly stroked his face. "Please, you know I would never look at any of you differently? I just know….something bad had to have happened…." He sighed and ducked his head in shame.

"Jasper killed Paul." My head shot up and my eyes widen in shock and fear. "What? Why?" I yelled at him and immediately regretted it. Before I could stutter out my pathetic apology, Edward placed a finger to my lips and kissed my forehead. "It wasn't your fault, love." It sure did feel like it.

Edward sat with his legs hanging out the window. He moved me so I was positioned between his legs. I leaned into his back and felt his breathing regain its natural pattern. "At first we couldn't figure what had happened. I was practically having a seizure, Jasper as well. When Alice declared she could no longer see you, we knew the wolves were a part of it. I raced to La Push with Emmett and jasper by my side, but the rest of the family worked some sense into us and reminded us that barging in on their land wouldn't be in our benefit."

I nodded my head in encouragement, though I really feared for the rest of the story. "So we waited and eventually I couldn't handle it. Jasper tossed me his phone and I called Jacob. He was relentless about telling us, so instead Paul grabbed the phone and told- no…more like taunted us about the ritual and you disappearing. I didn't hear the rest because the phone got destroyed and I was racing towards the boundary line." I held all the air I had collected in my lungs. Even though I knew the outcome, it was still nerve wrecking to hear.

"We got onto their territory and ran straight to the beach. Even the Denali's followed us, and Carlisle didn't try to stop Jasper or I. We ran head on into the wolves and began our small yet deadly battle. Rosalie managed to get a few good swiped in and ended up breaking Jared's arm. Embry attacked her after that and Emmett defended Rose. I didn't really hear or see anyone else except Sam, Paul, and Jacob. After all, they were the main people in that ritual…well Paul was the one who seemed to have enjoyed it the most. That was why I felt the most rage towards him." Edward closed his eyes and I leaned in more, showing him my trust and love. His lip quirked but he still shut his eyes.

"I saw Tanya going after Leah. That I wasn't so happy about. If I were Leah, I probably would have tried to kill Irina as well. Irina tried to attack Seth, when all Seth did was tried to calm down Paul. I had it with Paul and so did your brother. We both ran to him, but I was side tracked when Jacob started to think about the ritual. It wasn't intentional, but it sure as hell got my attention. Those ten seconds I spent in his head, were the same seconds jasper was tearing Paul limb from limb. Jacob and Seth seemed to be the only wolves that didn't run towards him. They flinched, but nothing compared to the anger the rest of them felt. They had lost a brother…but we knew that feeling." I choked on a sob and Edward stroked my hair in comfort, silently telling me it wasn't my fault. It so was.

"Sam was about to attack once more when Carlisle stopped him. He told him this fighting needed to end and that we would return back to our land at once. When same asked incredulously, why the hell shouldn't we rip you fucking heads off, stupid bloodsuckers? Carlisle simply responded, 'a brother for a sister.' They seemed to catch on and we ran before they had anything else to say."

I stayed silent, taking it all in. 'A brother for a sister.' They killed Paul because they killed me….well that's not good considering here I am! Last I checked, I was still a solid object who walked the earth, just with a new additional pair of utensils. "So…the wolves still believe I am dead?" Edward sighed and I felt his grip tighten. I would take that as a yes.

"Yes they do. This is exactly why you are not allowed to go on their land, or come in contact with any of them…even Jacob." I was going to protest but he cut me off by saying, "It's too dangerous Bella." I nodded my head solemnly. From now on, the wolves wouldn't be brought up and we hopefully would be brought up with them ever again. I would completely erase them from my memories, as if they were just another nightmare I used to always have.

The wolves weren't brought up after that. Edward and I said goodbye to our family as they raced back to the Cullen manor. Edward was staying the night with me, and we really could have used some 'making up' sex by now. I went into the bathroom and dried my hair after my shower. I threw on a blue baby doll and opened the door to my bedroom where Edward was lounging on my bed in just his flannel pants.

"Coming to bed honey?" He asked in a teasing voice. I smirked at him and hoped right next to his side. He wrapped his arms around me and I nuzzled my face into his chest. "School's tomorrow." I said with exasperation. He chuckled and kissed my head. "Do I need to worry about anyone?" I smiled at him while saying, "Just a certain admirer by the name of Mike Newton…" as expected Edward growled. I turned my body and silenced his growl with a kiss. We made love again and again until sunrise and my stupid alarm clock went off…during one of our session. We both snarled at it and Edward tossed it across the room, shattering the screen. When we were finished and realized what happened we both raced to get changed for school.

I ran over to my closet and looked around for something to wear. I settled on faded skinny jeans, a blue V neck long sleeve shirt, a black scarf, and black riding boots. I didn't apply much makeup, just some mascara and eyeliner. I pranced out to meet Edward wearing dark jeans, and a black biker jacket. He looked hot, as usual, and his hair looked extra messy…oops.

"Ready to go, my love?" I giggled and laced arms with him. "Of course kind sir, shall we take the carriage?" He couldn't help the laugh that escaped him. In the next second, I was thrown firemen style of his shoulder and standing in front of my black Range Rover. "Your chariot awaits Madame." He opened the passenger door for me and I took his hand to step in, grinning like an idiot the entire time.

Edward like usual, raced down the wet roads until we got to the parking lot of Forks High. He parked next to Emmett's Jeep and ran over to open my door. I hopped out and he wrapped an arm around my waist before closing the door. I didn't understand why his grip became urgent, and then I looked at my surroundings. Oh great, just what we needed.

Everyone was glaring at us as we walked up the steps to the front entrance. I sighed and leaned closer to Edward. "Don't listen to them; they are just controlled by their hormones." I giggled but nodded solemnly. Finally we turned a corridor and found the rest of our family just talking in a secluded corner. "Hey guys, sorry we arrived late…" I trailed off, thinking over the events of last night. They all smirked at us and I narrowed my eyes. "Rrrrriiiiggghhhttt. And Rose and I were playing scrabble. C'mon, no secrets in this house, remember?" Emmett wiggled his eyebrows at me and Rose smacked the back of his head.

I was trying to remember my schedule when it suddenly hit me. I had English first period, with Mike. I groaned aloud, alerting the rest of my family. "What's wrong?" Jasper and Edward asked at the same time. I brushed them off and looked directly at the giggling pixie. "She has her first period class with Mike Newton…and it appears that he didn't get your earlier message, Bells." I snarled with distaste at the idea of reliving that situation.

And just like my scary resolution, ten minutes later I was stuck in Mr. Bernie's class listening to Mike's pathetic pick-up lines. "So Bella…" he began, attempting a 'sexy voice'. I almost puked, if possible. "Is that top felt?" I turned to glare at him, not sure where he was going with this one. He took my narrowed eyes as a no. "Would you like it to be?" I barred my teeth in front of him and hissed. He backed up and looked like a little kid who just pissed his pants. I smirked and looked back at the bored.

We were watching Romeo and Juliet in class and I was itching to go find Edward and have a full on make out session. This movie always did that to me. Almost like the need to be with my love was increased by a million light years. Half way through the video, I felt someone prod my right shoulder.

I ignored them, but five seconds later it happened once more. I whipped my head around and snarled, "What the fuck do you want, Mike? Are you drunk or some shit? Watch the god damn movie for Christ's sake!" He looked shocked and scrambled to find a response to my outburst. Ha! I finally got him. "I'm not drunk baby, only intoxicated by you."

I fisted my hands and stood up lightning fast, making my chair fall back and the class turn in our direction. I was about to make up some excuse, but the bell rang. Saved by the bell! I smiled sickly sweet at Mike and flipped him off before running out of the room. Math past by with no worries and I started to write in one of my journals when we had free time. The bell rang and I got up to go to Italian.

Before I could step foot into the class, someone shoved me against the wall.

Sorry for another cliffy, I hope you leave me a comment on who you think the person is! REVIEW PLEASE! I WANT to know what you're thinking so I can perfect this story! Thanks for reading!