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Chapter 25- Deal Breaker
"Bella." He whispered with an un easiness to his voice. I locked my eyes on his dark eyes. "I'll be safe." I promised. I leaned in as I kissed his lips. His lips moved sweetly and softly as he gripped my face. "I'll be back soon." He swore. "I know." I smiled. His cold hands remained on my face as Alice honked the horn impatiently.
"Go on." I encouraged as I kissed his lips once more. Though I knew our separation was necessary, I couldn't avoid the agony nor pain it caused me. Edward read my expression and hugged me tightly. He kissed the top of my hair as I inhaled his sweet scent. Edward reluctantly let go and headed toward Alice.
I watched as Edward lingered at the door of the car. "I love you." I whispered knowing he could hear me. His eyes flickered toward mine and they held a sadness that was unbearable. I closed my eyes unable to look at him anymore. I didn't want him to leave. But the longer we prolonged this the harder it was to walk away.
I turned my back and walked toward the car that awaited me on the other side. Quil and Embry waved anxiously as I reached them. "What's up Bella." They chimed in synchronization. I smiled slightly at their enthusiasm. "Hey." Was all I could manage. I knew if I tried to speak my traitor tears would claim victory.
I sat in the back as Quil started up the car. I turned around quickly half expecting Edward and Alice to be long gone. I was surprised to see Edward standing there motionless as he watched me intently. "Wait"! I yelled as I jumped out the car. I sprinted toward Edward. Edward quickly stopped just inches in front of me.
I crossed the treaty line and ran right into his arms. "I love you." He breathed into my hair. "I love you too." I responded. Our lips met instantly. I ran my fingers through his hair as he wrapped his arms around my waist. "Edward!" Alice growled. I pulled away abruptly. Something in Alice's voice terrified me. "Go before Alice has your head." I said slightly breathless.
Edward chuckled. "I'll be back before you know it." I nodded my head. "I know." "Keep your phone on hand. If anything happens. Don't hesitate to call." He ordered. "I will." I promised. "Until later." He smiled. "Till later." I smiled back. I walked back toward Quil and Embry who were now pretending to puke.
"Very mature." I scolded. "Oh no Quil, little Ms. Bella has some mean in her." Embry chuckled. "We better watch out. Who knows what she's capable of." Quil added playfully. I couldn't help but giggle at their behavior. When we reached the Black's residence my stomach tightened and my heart pounded nervously.
I hadn't seen Jacob since Edward was back for good. I knew our encounter was going to be intense. "You coming in?" Embry asked curiously. I nodded as I stepped out of the car. When I reached the doorway I froze instantly. Jacob was shirtless sitting aimlessly staring at a blank TV. I gulped as I made my way inside.
"Hey, Jake." I whispered almost inaudible to my own ears. He completely ignored my greeting as he stormed passed me. Without thinking I followed closely behind him. "Jake!" I called this time louder then a whisper. "Jake. Just wait a minute." I pleaded. He stopped dead in tracks and turned around abruptly.
"What!" He yelled angrily. I stepped back defensively. His eyes became apologetic. "I. Uh." I stopped unable to find the right words to speak. He snickered as he continued walking away. I stood there for what seemed to be an entire century. "Bella." A voice called cautiously. I looked up automatically. "Sam." I said slightly surprised.
I didn't know why Sam being here surprised me. He was the leader of the pack after all. "Do you mind if we talk?" Sam asked politely. "Of course." I tried sounding calm. He started to walk as I mimicked his pace. "Where is Charlie?" Sam asked curiously. "He went up to Julia's parents house." I informed him.
"I see." He replied. We walked in silence for a few more minutes. I normally didn't mind the silence. But the fact that it was Sam made me uneasy. "Your probably wondering what I want to speak to you about?" He predicted. I nodded as I bit my lower lip nervously. Sam sighed and stopped when we were a good distance from the house.
"Bella." He said my name almost apologetically. "When Edward proposed that you stay here under our protection. I agreed eagerly." He paused briefly almost like he was about to confess to murder. "I had other intentions about you staying here." Sam said ashamed. "I was hoping I could talk to you about your future." He revealed.
My eyes became hard knowing what Sam meant. I looked away and stared at the ocean. I hadn't realized we were at the beach till now. "My mind is made up." I said sternly staring into his eyes. Sam sighed and looked away. "Bella. I know you love him. But you must know that if he turns you. The pact is broken." Sam stated. My eyes went wide with shock and fear.
The treaty was so they wouldn't harm one another. As long as The Cullen's didn't harm a human. "They aren't harming anyone!" I cried a bit louder the necessary. "They'd be ending your life. And we can not let them go unpunished." Sam announced. "But it's my choice. It's what I want." I countered angrily.
"Bella. Surely you don't wish to die. Nor leave Charlie or your mother behind?" Sam accused. Though the last part was true, all I wanted was to be with Edward for all eternity. "Sam. Please you can't harm them. They go against their own nature and stay true to what they believe is right." I begged.
I couldn't let them be harmed in anyway. But I couldn't allow for Sam or anyone else to stand in my way of being happy forever. Sam stared off into the woods behind us as my words played in his head. Though he would never admit it, he knew my words had truth to them.
I waited impatiently for a response. I had to think of a way to convince Sam that he was wrong. He spoke pulling me out of my thoughts. His voice was harsher and I shuddered at the authority it held. "If he turns you. We will go after the rest of the family." He stated. My eyes became watery at the thought of losing any of them again.
I knew my heart couldn't survive that outcome. "I cant believe you." I said in a tone of disgust. Silent tears trickled down my face as I turned my back to Sam. "Bella. I am truly sorry. But I'm doing what's best for my people and you." He said sincerely. I snickered as a wave of rage washed over me.
I clenched my fist and squeezed my eyes shut. "Jacob. isn't too pleased with my decision." He told me. I turned around so I could see his expression. His face held a mixture of emotions. His eyes held a hint of regret but certainty. His face was serious yet somewhat sadden by the turn our conversation had took.
"I bet he's just so upset." I said sarcastically. Sam tore his eyes away from mine. "Bella. If Edward turns you. We'll have to kill you as well." He said in almost a whisper. A shot of panic coursed through my body as his words repeated in my head. They would kill all of us. I was almost positive my skin was completely colorless.
My heart pounded faster then normal. Different then when Edward kissed me. It was out of fear that my heart pounded like a drum in my chest. Jacob would have to kill me. I couldn't shake away Sam's words. When our eyes finally met, all traces of kindness were gone. Only sadness and regret covered Sam's face. I started to tremble as everything played back in my head.
The thing I wanted more then anything else would cost me the thing I wanted most. Edward.
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