Previously…

"What is it?"

I took his hand off, but still held it in my hands. "Nothing, it's stupid."

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Edward smiled. "It can't be stupid if you're blushing. Tell me?"

I sighed and shook my head. "I don't want to change myself for anyone. Not for someone who's supposed to love me for being me. I want family, kids, a life of my own. A life with you in it. I don't think becoming like you should change that."

His face went from joking to listening intently. "You're right. You shouldn't have to change to be with me. I wish you could stay human and have all that you ever wanted. But sometimes things don't turn out like that."