The Shadows

by Danielle Pitter

Drabble form. Mass attacks are made around Seattle by these dark creatures called Shadows. They feed off of light, happiness, and joy and suck them out of their victims, leaving them emotionless. And now they're after Bella. But she doesn't know why or how. Because she doesn't know how powerful she is. Can the Cullens help her discover her true power while protecting their city?

20. Chapter 20

The shadows ch 20

Previously…

"How can I be a part of this family when your son hates me?" I cried.

"I don't hate you." His voice made me jump, and I looked up.

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Esme didn't look surprised. In fact she looked like she'd heard him coming.

She stood up as Edward entered the room. She patted his shoulder, they shared a look, and she left.

An awkward silence filled the air as I looked around the room. My eyes laid on my favorite book on the bookshelf. I got up and walked on the soft, beige carpet to grab the first Hunger Games novel.

"Have you read that before?" Edward asked.

I turned and met Edward's golden eyes. How did he get here so fast? I asked him that and he smiled nervously.

"Yeah, so many times. It was the last book my dad bought me before…" A tear fell on the Mockingjay symbol on the book cover, and I shoved it back in its slot.