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9/16/07 02:51 pm - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #29MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 29 Chapter 29 Natalie POV The snow crunched under my feet as I walked down the isles of grave stones. I stopped at one, a simple stone plaque on the ground; I stared at it for a moment, and then got down on my knees. I wiped the rest of the snow off of it to read the words carved into it. And so I found it. My hand froze over the names. Abigail Thompson Mark Thompson I let out a short sigh, Nick (the man who lived in the farm near my house) didn’t know how old they were, and so there wasn’t a date. I thought about them, the things we did together, and our memories. I found that those memories weren’t that wonderful. The happiest ones were with my Mark, learning how to play the guitar and draw. The ones with Abby were painful, tiring and strict. For the first time I wondered why I cared about her death. But I had to love her; she was one of the only people I could talk to. I realized how much she meant to me now, I guess you don’t know what you have until it’s gone. I waited for tears to fall, but they didn’t, a different emotion rose instead of grief or anger. I was relieved, I guess I was happy to know where they were, and they were found and taken care of. I reached up with one hand to slide my necklace over my head. I held the locket for a moment; I studied it so I wouldn’t forget it; I was never going to see it again. I placed it gently on the stone, I took another minute to think about my parents, and I realized how harsh my childhood was, my life was screwed up. I stood and turned around to face Jacob, he pulled me into a hug. “Are you okay?” he asked in a whisper, I pulled away a bit to look up at him, “Yea I’m fine, let’s get out of here” I smiled, he frowned in confusion, and I kissed his cheek. I took his hand and we walked out of the graveyard and back to the car. “What were your parents like, anyway?” Jacob asked when I started the car. I glanced at him; I bit my lip and tried to decide if I should tell him. “Mark-my dad was my favorite, he taught me how to play the guitar, how to draw, and he taught me how to speak 6 languages, he was probably one of my best friends at the time” I said, nodding a bit. “Why was your dad your favorite? What was your mom like?” Jacob asked, I guess he was taking advantage of this moment to find more information on my history; which I was trying to keep secret. “You wouldn’t have like Abby, do you want the truth?” I said quietly, pressing my lips together, “Yes, just tell me” he said, I could make out a bit of humor in his voice, I grinned, “Well, Abby was…strict, she used a lot of discipline in her method of raising me…before my parents passed on, I was home schooled, half my day I spent with Abby training, she put me threw drills and stuff. When I got older, the tasks became harder, harsher and more dangerous; I got hurt a lot…” I glanced at Jacob to see if he was following. He looked slightly suspicious. “If she knew you’d get hurt, why’d she make you do that?” he said, as I took a right turn. “I wasn’t supposed to get hurt Jacob, I had to be perfect, it was my fault I hurt myself, I made mistakes. And we learn from our mistakes. Abby made it clear that mistakes could kill you, and so mistakes were unacceptable. When I did get hurt, I wasn’t aloud to cry, I had to keep going and finish the course. It didn’t matter what the injury was, a fractured wrist, dislocated shoulder, broken rib……slice open your leg….” I continued on with real injuries that happened to me, I glanced at Jacob; who look almost horrified, I quickly moved on, “it just made me stronger, and I had to be perfect” “I think you’re perfect” Jacob said, I took a moment to admire what he said, “Well Abby obviously didn’t believe that” I muttered, there was a moment of silence “Did you slice open your leg?” he asked suddenly, I sighed. “I was stupid and put a knife in my pocket, I fell off a tree and landed on my side, and the blade of the knife was facing my leg, so when I hit the ground, it sliced…my leg…open….sixteen stitches….are you sure you want to hear this?” I asked “Some childhood” he snorted, I laughed, “You have no idea.” I stopped the car behind the other rental. I sighed; I began to wonder if I could go back in the woods. “You said that your parents found you when you were five…how could they? How did they know where you’d be?” Jacob continued with the questions, I clenched my teeth. “I’m not answering that, you know what, no more questions” I murmured, he took my hand “Please tell me? Last question, I promise” he said, I laughed humorlessly. “Well the Cullens are probably listening in right now. So I’m going against my word” I sighed, “My sister found me” I said quickly, I squeezed my eyes shut. “You lied, you told me you had no other bothers or sisters…you lie a lot don’t you?” he began, I sighed. “Jacob, my entire life is a lie” I laughed a little, but there was no humor. Jacob got out of the car first, so I followed him. I walked behind him so I wouldn’t have to look at the cabin until I had to. He stopped abruptly, almost making me walk into him. It was then I realized how cold it was. Despite my fear of the house, I walked towards it. I didn’t hear Jacob behind me; which was a good thing. The wooden stairs creaked under my feet as I climbed them. I stopped when I reached the top of the stairs. I finally looked up, the door was up again. I walked forward and opened it. I stood at the doorway for a moment; staring at the floor. The wood was still stained with their blood. It felt as if I was going to cry, but my eyes were completely dry. I snapped my head up, so I couldn’t see the mess. There was a large fire burning in the fireplace. Alice, Edward and Bella were there; staring at me, Bella was confused. Alice looked more…astonished. I walked forward towards my bedroom door (on the right side of the couch Bella and Edward were sitting on). “What was her name?” Alice asked, I paused for a moment. “Not now Alice” I murmured, continuing to walk again. Surprisingly she didn’t say another word. I shoved my old bedroom door open (it was always hard to open). I stepped into my room. Everything was wear I left it. Even the photo album lay open on the end of my bed. I grunted. I stepped forward towards my bed, and then sat on it. A little bit of dust flew into the cold air. I wiped the dirt off the open page of the album. It was a picture of me with my uncle and sister in Sweden; I was three, my sister was eleven. I closed the book harshly, not wanting to even remember my sister’s face. I looked up and my dresser; some of the drawers still pulled out. Then I spotted it, my mother’s military jacket. I almost smiled, I leapt up and grabbed it; I shook it before putting it on. I smiled to myself. The sleeves were still too long. I was in a much better mood now. Probably because this was the military jacket, it meant so much to me when Abby gave it to me for my fourteenth birthday. I realized how much it would mean to Anthony if I brought some stuff back for him. I grabbed the photo album off the bed, and then found the other one on top of my dresser. I tucked them both under my arm and left my room. I walked quickly past Alice to avoid a conversation. When I reached the staircase I looked up from the ground. Several meters away from the stairs, a massive, rust-colored wolf sat; its head rose to look at me. I was paralyzed for a moment. Jesus, Jacob! I thought. I spun around to walk back into the cabin. I heard a whine from behind me. I was paralyzed again. I wondered if I should go over there, but how could I? I shuddered, it’s Jacob; I reminded myself. Jacob made another whine. I suddenly felt horrible; I shouldn’t be scared of him. I opened the front door and slid the books in the cabin on the floor. I turned around; the wolf was standing up now. I walked down the stairs slowly, I realized how big Jacob was, bigger than any other I’ve seen. When I reached the bottom of the staircase, he trotted over to me, at first I was a little terrified, knowing the last time a werewolf came towards me, was to torture me to death. “Hey Jacob” I said, it sounded more like a question. He seemed to roll his eyes, I laugh a bit. I looked down at the ground for a minute. Then Jacob licked my face, now the entire left side of my face was coated in spit. I stiffened, “Eww, Jake, that’s disgusting” I laughed a bit at the end. I wiped my face with my sleeve. We began to just walk, and then eventually we both sat down, and every once in a while, I’d bring up a topic to talk about. Eventually it got dark; Jacob took me back to the cabin. I stepped in to the cabin again, it was still pretty cold. Edward and Bella weren’t on the couch anymore; I looked to the right side of the room (the kitchen). They stood there chatting silently. Carlisle and Alice were standing in front of the fire, probably talking. I walked over to the kitchen; I rested my elbows on the other side of the counter. “Natalie?” Edward said quietly, I looked up at him. “Hmm?” I replied smoothly, “Oh, Bella should sleep in my parent’s room, it’s the only room with heating” I sighed. He glanced at Bella then back at me. “Thank you” he said, he nodded towards me and then walked away with Bella. I guess I answered his question. I walked over to the couch and sat down. Jacob walked in then, Alice and Carlisle both looked towards him, they both left the cabin. Jacob smiled at me and sat next to me. I leaned my head against his arm. “You should go to sleep” he whispered, I grunted. “I’m not sleeping” I sighed “Why not?” he questioned “Because I shouldn’t...” I trailed off, he sighed, probably frustrated with me, “It isn’t safe, Ellen will use me to find where we are” I said, Jacob put a finger under my chin and raised my head, so I would look at him. “Nothing is going to hurt you…anybody, I promise” “You don’t know Ellen” “No I don’t, but I do know Sam, Quil, Jared and Embry, have faith in them too, nothing bad is going to happen” he said, I snorted. “Faith! I gave up on faith a long time ago, I don’t believe in faith anymore, but I do believe in trust…..anyway so Sam did get them on our side, huh?” I said, he rolled his eyes, “Well you can trust them, that leech isn’t getting anywhere near you” he reassured me, I smiled darkly. “Jacob, she doesn’t have to be near me, she killed my sister; she killed her with her mind. She’s going to try to kill me that way too” my smile was gone now; I just stared up at him seriously. Jacob looked almost horrified, rage flashed in his face. He began to tremble, the hand under my chin curled into a fist. I took his hand in mine. “Jacob, calm down” I whispered, he didn’t stop shaking. He looked down at me, he met my eyes; this look he gave me was unbearable, I felt a few tears gather in my eyes. He put a hand on one side of my face. It shook against my skin. He bit down on his lip. I looked down, then back up at him. I put my arms around his neck and rested my head on his shoulder. I felt his arms around my back, pressing me closer. The shaking dyed off slowly. “I’ll be okay, Jake, I just I can’t fall a sleep, when my mind is unconscious-blank, she can easily take over it, and she has to know where I am first before…she can…” I let it drop, “I’ll be back” he said, I let go of his neck, he got up from the couch, I looked over to the door, Edward was there, his face stressed. They both left the cabin, probably to talk to the Cullens about my problem. *********** The Cullens and Jacob walked back into the cabin. Jacob sat next to me and put an arm around my waist. The Cullens made a semi-circle in front of me. I became a little suspicious. “Natalie, we need you to sleep, we need Ellen here” Edward said grimly, I frowned. “Why?” I questioned, Edward crossed his arms, I glanced up at Jacob, it was obvious he didn’t agree with there plan. “We’re going to kill Ellen” Alice said, her face was blank. I was suddenly interested, I grinned. “Awesome, I’ll do it” I clapped my hands together, Emmet smiled widely. Jacob tightened his grip around me, I glanced up at him again, he was angry, but he was controlling it. They all left now, Edward went to Bella. Jacob looked down at me “I don’t want you to do this” he complained, I took his hand. “Jacob, they’re going to kill that bitch! You don’t know how great that sounds to me!” I exclaimed, I could faintly hear Emmet’s thundering laugh. He slid his hand out from under mine, to stroke my cheek. I had an idea of what he was getting to. “I won’t get hurt, Jacob, the Cullens know what they’re doing. Plus I’ve already made a promise that I’m not aloud to die” I gave a small half-smile. He grinned. “And you’re not going to let anything kill me anyway; it all depends on my stupidity” I shrugged, he smiled, “I guess it does.” +comments please |
9/1/07 08:48 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #28MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 28 Chapter 28 Natalie POV: For the next four hours I avoided talking to any of the Cullens, Edward didn’t seem to want to talk to me…or it could be because I was never in the same room as he was. I saw Alice a lot, she didn’t like Jacob, either that, or she didn’t like Jacob with me. Esme was sweet about it, as I thought she would be. I didn’t see Rosalie, Emmet or Carlisle. Jacob never let my side, thank god for that. I am now crammed into the Volvo, with Edward (in the driver’s seat), Bella (in the passenger seat), Alice (to my right) and Jacob on my left. As it should be, I am uneasy, pissed off and terrified. Sitting between two people who were enemies wasn’t helping me in coping with our destination in Canada. When the car began to move, I began to fidget with my fingers. Edward chatted silently with Bella, Jacob grabbed my hand. I was tempted to rest my head against his arm, but I was wary of Alice watching me. All four windows of the car were rolled down. Cold wind rushed into the car, sending my hair flying in my face, and a sent a shiver down my spine; I shuddered. I slid my hand out of Jacob’s so I could tie my hair back. Jacob must have felt me shake, because he put an arm around my shoulders. My stomach twisted a little, and I didn’t dare look at Alice. Alice sighed, I tensed. Jacob rubbed my arm soothingly. I wanted to know what Alice was doing. I was anxious. It was a couple silent minutes later when I decide I couldn’t take it anymore; the silence was getting to me. I glanced at Alice from the corner of my eye. Her face faced the open window. I looked away again, I patted my knee urgently. “Bella… why are we going to Canada, out of …everywhere we could go, why Canada? Everyone knows how much I hate that…place” I asked hesitantly and somewhat furious, struggling to find the right words, I waited for her reply but instead I got Edward. “That’s why we’re going to Canada” he sighed, I was startled by the tone of his voice, he sounded as if he was joking. “Why Canada?” I asked again, stubborn “Because you hate it, they won’t expect to find you there” he murmured, I made a bitter hmph sound. “I thought that treaty of yours was supposed to protect us-me” I said, correcting my error quickly, glancing at Bella hoping she didn’t catch on to something. “Your friends don’t really care to much about the treaty” Edward seemed to be talking to Jacob now, I knew he meant the seven who’ve been following me my entire life, not the ones originally in LaPush. “The treaty has been broken for a while, I guess” continued Edward coolly, he was right, Ellen must have been in LaPush every once in a while. Nobody said anything after that; Jacob just tightened his grip around me. We finally pulled up at the airport. Alice was the first one out; I exited through her door, Jacob through his door. I heard the trunk slam shut and Alice walked past me with a large suitcase in one hand, I stood there for a moment. Alice grabbed my hand before Jacob could and she dragged me into the airport. Jacob took my other hands. I felt my face go pink, having both my hands held, reminded me of when I was five, with my parents. But I didn’t dare pull my hand away from either of them, knowing that both of them would be offended that I chose their enemy over them. I tightened my grip on both of their hands, ice and fire, this felt a little funny. I promised myself that when we get back, that I’d hang out with humans for a bit, Dan, Jamie, Lucia, Todd… We made it to the right terminal; people were boarding the plane now. I saw the rest of the Cullens expect for Esme. Carlisle strode forward with tickets. I waited for Alice or Jacob to let go of my hand, but they didn’t, I guess they were waiting for the other to let go. I groaned and tugged both my hands free, I took my ticket, then strode away to board the plane. I wondered where Anthony was, probably on the plane already. I found my seat between two men, thank god. At least this could be a peaceful flight…well not entirely peaceful. I took my ipod out of my pocket and turned it on to a song by Tegan and Sara. Edward and Bella sat next to each other across from me. I saw Emmet pass me followed by Rosalie. Next I saw Alice; she turned to face my row. “Excuse me; may I switch seats with you? That’s my sister” she smiled, her voice was smooth and seductive, the man stared wide-eyed at her and nodded. The man left and Alice took his place next to the window. I frowned, and turned the volume up on my ipod. I gritted my teeth together. Next came Jacob, I was momentarily pleased to see him. I didn’t quite hear what he was saying but the other man got up and Jacob took his place. He smiled at me; the corner of my mouth twitched a bit, and I gave him a small, unsure smile in return. He read my expression and kissed my cheek. I noticed the plane was moving now, and it wasn’t long until it started speeding down the runway. I braced my self. I was scared, not of the flight; I was scared of our destination. I wasn’t nearly ready for this. The plane began to rise into the air. I sighed unhappily, Jacob took my left hand, and I held on to his as tightly as possible. I rubbed my thumb over the ring on the third finger on my right hand. My thoughts drifted off to Anthony, I began to worry, I should have seen him when I boarded the plane, and Esme wasn’t here either. I wanted to ask Alice, but I was too scared to say anything. I decided to ask Edward, knowing he would know, and he was too far away to strangle me. I turned my head to look at him, Bella was asleep; her head rested against his arm. Edward, where is Anthony and Esme? I asked my thoughts in English, he looked at me, and he seemed to mouth Alice. I frowned, and looked away from him. “Alice, where is Anthony?” I asked, looking at her carefully, “Anthony is with Esme, they’re on their way to Alaska” she whispered, I didn’t expect her to sound so happy; I frowned. “Why can’t I go to Alaska?” I hissed, she smiled a bit, I tensed, my free hand curled into a tight fist. “You’re the only one who knows the area” she said simply, I wanted to yell. After that small conversation with Alice, the awkward silence returned, by now, most people were sleeping. I thought maybe it would be a good idea to get some sleep. Jacob let go of my hand and put his arm around my waist. I rested my head against him. I squeezed my eyes shut, and hoped I’d fall asleep. But I didn’t. I thought about what Ellen showed me, I tried to force something else into my mind, but it was useless. My mother was clear in my mind. In a way I liked it-seeing her clearly again. I thought I’d never see her again. What hurt was that that was all in my mind, that I won’t see her in person again, I won’t talk to her again. I’ll never be with her again. She is gone, never coming back. I thought about how she got Ellen to bite her, how she just healed. It could have been the venom, but I didn’t believe it worked that fast. I thought maybe it had something to do with her special talent. Could she have healed wounds and cure diseases…I don’t know, but I knew it wasn’t entirely the venom. I wondered if I would heal that quickly if I was bitten by a vampire, did I have the same special talent? I thought about my mother’s horrifying glare, a chill ran down my spine. I wondered if I looked like that when I was mad, maybe that was why Bella…everybody hated seeing me-being around me when I was mad. I realized that I was starting to get drowsy; I turned off my ipod, and fell asleep. I woke up quickly. We weren’t on the plane anymore. Jacob, Bella, Carlisle, Edward and I sat on benches in a small building, I wasn’t sure if it was the airport. I saw Alice walking towards us with Rosalie at her heels. She was the first to realize I was awake. She smiled at me and tossed a key at me, I caught it. “What’s this?” I asked; a little groggy still. “Car keys” Alice answered, the others began to stand, but I didn’t follow. “Why do I have them?” “Because you are driving” Rosalie answered this time, I frowned, so they want me to drive them to…the house. My breathing became uneven. “I don’t want to drive” I muttered, tossing the keys to Rosalie, she caught them and tossed them back. “You’re the only one who knows the way” Alice said, she sighed, “Let’s go to Alaska then” I said, crossing my legs, Alice sighed and took the keys from me. “We’ll get the car, dog, talk to her” Alice walked away with the others, I groaned, “Jacob, don’t make me do this” I pled, my voice was weak, “that…place isn’t that safe, I hope you know, you see what happened to my parents” I coughed, I blinked back tears, he held his hand out to me, I didn’t take it. “I promise, we’ll leave tomorrow, if we can’t take you back to Forks, you’ll go to Alaska, I promise” he seemed to mean it, I just stared up at him, “and I promise nobody is going to get hurt, Sam is trying to convince Quil and Jared to help us out” he said, I took his hand, and he helped me up. “One night” I whispered; a whisper was all I could manage without my voice breaking. He took my hand and led me out of the building. Waiting for us just outside were two small black cars. I stepped into the driver’s seat of the first car; Jacob sat in the passenger seat. Carlisle, Edward and Bella sat in the back seat. I took the keys from Edward and started the car. “How far along is it?” Edward asked, I gritted my teeth, “You don’t want to talk to me right know” I hissed, my voice was deadly, no body said anything after that. I turned on the radio and turned up the volume so all I couldn’t here the engine of the car. The song seemed to suit my mood. I turned it up louder; I recognized the song to be Anxiety, by the Black Eyed Peas. I drove fast, faster than I should, I didn’t want to remember the memories I had here. I held on to the wheel with all the strength I had. I slammed my foot on the breaks, if nobody was wearing a seat belt, they would have went crashing threw the windshield. I tugged the car key free and stuff it in my pocket. I was the first one out. There was probably about 5 inches of snow on the ground. I found the spot where the path that led to my house should start. My thoughts ran wild with memories. I heard chatting behind me, and I walked onward. I crossed my arms. I stopped; I noticed something in the snow, something black. I reached down for it and grabbed it. It was the handle of my old backpack I dropped 7 months ago. My lower lip trembled, I bit it. I threw it back in the snow and turned the other direction. I stared up at the tree tops; where Ellen would have been; watching me. I held my breath for a moment. I felt Jacob’s hand on my back, I cringed away from him. “Please, leave me alone” I pled; my voice was quaky and dry, my eyes began to water. He didn’t say anything, he just took my hand. I didn’t bother to tell him to leave me alone. I looked forward again; the direction of the path. I saw it, the cabin. The door was still missing. A couple tears rolled down my face. I wiped them away quickly. I walked a few more steps and then stopped again. I remembered the old bear trap; it should be less than a couple feet away from me. I grabbed a fallen branch off the ground and stabbed the snow. The sharp metal teeth of the trap snapped up. Bella screamed. I dropped the branch and moved on. When we reached the porch stairs I stopped and turned to the side. “You-know where it-is know” I struggled to keep my voice smooth, I didn’t want to go any further, I was scared. I wasn’t sure what would hurt more: if the bodies were gone, that would just remind me that I was alone, or if their corpses still lay rotting on the floor, that would just kill me. The Cullens vanished, thank god. Jacob stayed by my side. I noticed something, one of the trees was missing some bark; I walked up to it. I gasped when I realized why. It was me who ripped it off; this was the tree I was thrown into. I broke three ribs and punctured my stomach on that tree. I looked at it closer; there was a splatter of a darker color. It was my blood. I spun away from it and into Jacob; he caught me before I could fall. I took a few moments to slow my heart and breathe properly. “I’ll-be-in-the car” I whispered and I ran away, I could hear Jacob following me. “Natalie, you might want to see this!” I heard Alice yell from the cabin, “What- the-HELL- would I want to see, Alice?” I bellowed, stopping for a moment. Alice was suddenly in front of me, she handed me a letter, and it was already open. “What’s-that?” I whispered, coughing a bit afterwards, I didn’t take it. “I found this on the floor in the house” she said, I bit my lip. Did my mother write a letter to me? “I-don’t want-it” I said pushing the letter away, if I couldn’t bear the idea of a letter from my mother, why would I read it? Alice didn’t leave. “I really think you should read this” she explained, I stared at her, then at the letter. I took it and walked away towards the car. I sat in the driver’s seat and Jacob sat in the passenger seat. I let out a shaky sigh and looked at the blank envelope. I took out the letter and began to read. Dear Natalie, If you ever find this letter, I would like you to know I’m terribly sorry about your parents. I didn’t find you with them so I wasn’t sure if you past on too, you had everybody worried, I would appreciate it if you gave us a visit. I had your parents brought to the cemetery. I’m sorry we have no information about how they died. Again I am terribly sorry. Sincerely, Nick I read the letter a couple times to get it in my head properly. This wasn’t from my mother. I threw it to the ground; I took the key out of my pocket and started the car. “No, we can’t leave yet” Jacob’s voice broke threw my racing thoughts, I glanced at him. “We’ll-be back, I-have something I need to do” I said, out of breath, and we began to race down the road. +comments please |
8/28/07 09:13 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #27MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 27 Natalie POV: I sat in a chair across the room from my brother; motionless in the hospital bed; my hands curled into fists. I held back from shrieking with anger, I just glared harshly towards him. I gritted my teeth. His lifeless face had a couple bandages over stitched up cuts. I stood and walked over to his side; I brushed my thumb over one of the bandages, and then ran my fingers lightly over the rough cast on his arm. I crossed my arms. I checked my watch, about six more hours until he wakes up from his coma thing. Yes he is in a coma. Alice told me when he would wake up as soon as I walked into the hospital room. But that didn’t quite stop my angry…rampage (?) might be the right word, no, I was just bitter. They left me alone. I wasn’t sure why I wasn’t sad, maybe because Alice reassured me that he’ll be okay, or maybe this accident just reminded me how much I hated myself…I knew this was all my fault in a way. I crossed my arms. I bet my anger was somehow related to beast that killed my parents. There was a knock on the door; I spun around to face the door. Bella entered. I raised my eyebrows with surprise when Edward didn’t enter after her. “Where’s Edward?” I asked “I need to talk to you” she said, ignoring my question, I sighed. “Go ahead” I walked over and sat down in one of the chairs. “Ellen was behind this” she said quickly referring to what happened to Anthony. I frowned. “Did Edward put you up to this, Bella?” I asked “No, swear he didn’t. I haven’t even told him yet” “Told him what?” I said, my interest rose a bit, she hesitated “She told me…no, I heard her tell someone else” he said, her voice was a little shaky “I doubt that, Bella, I thought you only heard whispers” I pointed out, I realized how foolish I just sounded, she frowned in frustration, “They were whispers; I just understood them this time” she began to pace “If she was behind this, and she was with Anthony when he…got hurt, you would have to be in the same area” I reminded “Well I was in the area, I found him!” her voice raised, my eyes widened, she took in my expression “I thought somebody already told you” she frowned for a brief moment, “Trust me Bella, Ellen…she’s family, she saved my life, she took care of me. I trust Ellen, she wouldn’t hurt Anthony” I reassured her, she glared at me. “No, don’t trust her, I don’t. She isn’t on your side” she said, a little bit of anger rose in her voice. “Bella, if she was trying to kill me, I’d be dead by now” I muttered, my jaw tightened, “You have no proof” I added. “I think I do” she said, I sighed in frustration, “I know she’s working with Victoria, once your dead, Ellen with help Victoria to kill me. She’s working with the pack down in LaPush, she wants you dead just as much as they do, she’s telling them where you are. She’s lying to you, to everyone” she panted a bit for breath, I stared at her. I wanted to say something to prove her wrong, but it all seemed to make sense. I knew that this ran deeper than what Bella said. “I’m going for a walk” I lied, I stood up, I wanted to see Ellen…I knew this was a stupid thing to do. “No, I don’t want you alone with Ellen” she said with authority. I ignored her and began to walk to the door. “I’m going to call Jacob, and get him to find you” she warned, I stopped and turned around to face her, “Did you really just threaten me with Jacob?” I asked shocked, she nodded. I sighed, who cared. I turned away and stormed out of the room. When I reached the main entrance I found her, she sat between Esme and Alice; all three of them stared at me. I stared at Ellen, her bright red eyes pierced through mine. They were red from my brother’s blood, I was sure of it. In this one look we gave each other, her secrets spilled. I knew everything Bella said was true; she was the one telling the wolves where my family was; she was killing them off, why though? My parents were dead because they trusted her. I trusted her. Different emotions mixed with my anger now: disgust, regret and a kind of sadness that almost hurt. Emotions I never felt for a long time. Ellen’s expression changed a little, she knew I knew what she was up to. Her eyes burned with hatred. I turned my head slowly and ran out of the hospital. Suddenly all my thoughts were blocked, my eyes closed, a video seemed to play in my head. It showed my parent’s dead bodies. I shrieked and my eyes burst open again. I was curled into a ball on the concrete outside of the hospital. A few men and women stood around me chatting nervously in a foreign language. I leapt to my feet and sprinted away, into the forest. I just wanted to run away, a couple tears rolled down my face, but where could I run? I couldn’t escape. I was confused, terrified, angry and in pain. I could hear Ellen torturing me with words and I could see flashing images in my mind. It hurt. My breathing became heavier, and it became harder to breath, but I didn’t dare stop, I just sprinted faster and faster. I screamed in my thoughts, I forced myself to stop my tears. It was unacceptable to cry. My foot caught on something and I tripped. I fell forward, falling into a tree. I shuddered on the cold ground; I could feel a warm, thick liquid drip down my face from my nose and cheek. I gasped for air. I couldn’t find the strength to stand up, so I just writhed in pain on the ground. I saw my blood begin to drip onto the snow and stain it. My thoughts were blocked again, and my eyes were forced shut by an invisible force. And another video played. I ran through the forest with lightening speed, my long brown hair trailed behind me. The awful stench of the werewolves grew stronger as I ran closer to my destination. I longed to be with them, as strange as it was, I loved those wolves. They’re the reason I didn’t die so long ago as an infant. My heart belonged to one of them. I finally arrived at the small cabin. The luring scent of human blood smothered me. The screams of the victims were loud, the woman’s were screechy. I greeted the two wolves on the outside of the house. I stepped into the cabin to join my love. I watched the last decedents of my family die; their blood stained the wooden floor. Their blood was almost unbearable. Finally the screaming stopped. The man was certainly dead, I smiled. The woman, my sister’s grand daughter, struggled for breath. “Leave her, let her suffer” I told the wolf, he left the cabin. I watched the woman with pity; I walked over and knelt down next to her. “It’s over isn’t it? Your dieing, your husband’s dead, and your daughter is walking into a death trap, don’t worry I won’t kill her just yet, I want her to…suffer too, your death might make her commit suicide…I will have fun watching her die” I whispered in her ear, she wheezed. She grabbed my hand and pulled herself up to sit on her feet. I admired the strength in this woman. “I-hope-you-die” she wheezed, her vibrant blue eye burned with utter rage, I was socked, I had never seen a human so capable of such anger. I laughed at her. And pushed her to the ground, I was socked again to see her struggle to her feet. She had a hand on the wall to support her, her legs shook. “Strong woman, but your efforts are useless Abby” I called her by her nick name. That awful hateful glare returned to her face, I almost winced. “Y-our-a-monster, Ellen, you-were-a-mistake, you-know-that-right? There’s-a-reason-yo “Natalie” she whispered, if I wasn’t a vampire, this scene would have made me cry. “She-w-won’t-die” she said, the horror was obvious in her voice, I smiled darkly, “I can assure you she will” I whispered. She glared up at me; she didn’t get up this time. She raised her bloody hand to my face. I almost gagged trying to resist her blood, but I gave in and bit her hand, she smiled. I leapt back; I couldn’t lose it right now. She began to scream from the burning venom. I realized what I had done. I slowly made my way forward; I would have to kill her now, before the venom became unstoppable. When I reached her side again, what I found was shocking almost horrifying. Her wounds were sealing-healing themselves. She was regaining breath. The place where I bit her was but a patch of bloody skin. She began to shriek, and she clutched her hand. I grabbed her hand and studied it, there was no wound. She tugged it back with amazing strength. That was when I decided it was it was time to finish her off. When I was outside again I read the mind of my lover, who told me that the child was coming. I hid behind a tree, anxious to see her, see if she looked like her mother, father…me. I wondered if she would have those…gorgeous eyes and strong expressions. I could smell her coming, I climbed the tree. I saw the girl coming now; she had long, straight, pale blond hair, tightly tied back out of her face. It was nothing like her mother’s golden locks. The shape of her face was mine. And her eyes were a grey-blue color, but very beautiful. Her nose and skin was her father’s. She was a beautiful child; I would say a miniature Abby, only she was paler, not as colorful. I found myself almost pleased to say she was my relative. She dropped her bags, and her face was suddenly identical to her mother’s, her face displayed the exact same horrified expression as her mother had made. I was amazed. She began to run to the cabin…and so the hunt goes on… My face was suddenly soaked with a freezing cold liquid, which I guessed to be water. My eyes burst open and I gasped for air desperately. “Natalie!” Bella almost shrieked, I tried to roll over onto my stomach but I realized I was being held, and then I realized how hot it was. I stared up at Jacob, I blinked. Then I threw my arms around his neck. I rested my head against his shoulder. I felt his hands on my back holding me closer. I cursed in a whisper and squeezed my eyes shut, still gasping. “You weren’t breathing” Bella said, her voice was uneven. I began to cough, my throat burned a little. My head throbbed. I grunted in pain. It took me a couple more moments to realize what I just saw, what Ellen forced into my mind. I shuddered, and I began to ache for a different reason than pain. I tightened my grip on Jacob and let out a short sob. I took a short moment to dry my eyes before I pulled away from Jacob to face Bella. I sighed, “Where are we?” I asked, wiping the water off my face. “My house” Bella replied instantly, I nodded. “What’s happening? Where’s Edward?” I began the more serious questions; my voice was a bit too bitter for my liking. “Edward’s telling Carlisle and Alice about Ellen, Esme is buying plane tickets” “What are you talking about? Where are we going?” I questioned my voice shaky. Bella hesitated before she answered, “Canada” “Why the hell Canada? And why are we leaving?” I hissed bitterly, I thought by now everybody would know Canada is my personal hell. Bella seemed ready for my reaction. “Edward was able to read Ellen’s mind, they’re …going to attack” “What about Anthony? When are they coming....?” I began and glanced up at Jacob, “Why is Jacob here?” I added, looking back at Bella. “Anthony’s fine, he’s got about twenty minutes. They’re coming tomorrow, not sure when” Bella seemed in a rush, probably didn’t want to deal with my temper. “And our cover’s blown” Jacob announced, my eyes widened in terror, I looked up at him, he had a big smile on his face. I shook my head slowly. “Edward knows?” I asked “Yep” Jacob and Bella answered at the same time, I let out a shaky sighed. “I’m dead, he know everything?” I whispered, Jacob nodded. “Alice…Alice, god help me, does she know too?” I asked, real terror began to start “She probably knows by know” Bella replied quickly. I rested my head on Jacob’s chest, “Don’t let her kill me” I whispered to him “I won’t” he reassured me, Bella let out a short laugh. I made a sound of discomfort and pulled away. “What about the…other wolves?” I asked “They know about us, and I’m pretty much stuck with you for a while” he said cheerfully, “I see why you’re happy about this” I murmured, I was pretty relieved to know Jacob would be coming with me, I didn’t want to face the Cullens by myself, I knew Jacob wasn’t scared of them. There was a long moment of silence which brought a lot of discomfort…to me. Bella was laughing at me and Jacob…was on her side. I looked around the room, and I figured out where we were in Bella’s house; the living room. “I’m getting some water” I said standing up, “Okay” Bella replied while I walked to the kitchen. I found a glass and drank some tap water. When I was done I returned to the living room. Jacob was now sitting on the couch and Bella in an armchair; flipping threw channels on the T.V. Jacob patted the spot next to him, I sat next to him. He put his arm around my waist and pulled me closer. I rested my head against him. I heard the front door open, Bella leapt to her feet, and Edward was suddenly in the room with Bella in his arms. I stopped myself from gasping, I struggled to get loose from Jacob and put space between us, but Jacob held me securely to him. Jacob let go of me then but instead one hand was placed on my back and I was pushed into Jacob. His other hand wound in my hair and he locked me into a kiss. It was nice, but terrifying to know that Edward was watching. I put my hands on Jacob’s shoulder’s and tried to push him away, but he held me securely against his face, I realized how my actions were probably making things worse. The worst part was that Edward was probably reading Jacob’s mind. “Excuse me” I heard Edward say, I squeezed my eyes shut. Jacob didn’t react. But then I felt Jacob being wrenched off of me, then I was grabbed my wrist and brought to Bella’s side, Edward on the other side on me. “Edward!” Bella exclaimed, Edward let go of my wrist. +comments please |
8/21/07 08:21 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #25MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 25 Chapter 26 Natalie POV It was the Friday before Christmas; I for one was holding back my hysteria while Bella…was in denial. Bella sat next to Edward on the piano bench while he played. I hummed along quietly to a familiar tune. Anthony sat next to me on one of the living room couches. I stared at my guitar; which leaned against the end of the armchair next to Esme (I painted my guitar, it took a very long time, I thought it was the best piece of art I have ever made, I’ll never be able to duplicate it). Esme sat quietly, listening to the music. I tapped the beat of Edward’s song on my knee, but my mind was counting the beats for the song I wanted to play on my guitar. I wasn’t sure how I was doing this but it kept me busy. I heard the front door swing open. My focus was gone and I looked up. I was half expecting to see Carlisle step through the door. But to my pleasure there stood Emmet with Rosalie a step behind him. Then with a flash of movement, they were gone. Emmet was back down stairs in a second. He sat next to me and rested his elbow on my head, he sighed. “Emmet, get off of me” I moaned “Sorry kid, it’s to much fun watching you react” he laughed, he lightly flicked my forehead (for a vampire it would be light, but it still hurt). I crossed my arms. “Why don’t you bug Edward? Tackle him to the ground or something” I suggested “Ha, Edward can fight back” he shrugged; “You’re an easy target” he laughed. “Survival of the fittest, Natalie” Edward laughed from the piano. I scowled. “When are you guys supposed to leave?” I asked Emmet, expressing enthusiasm. He laughed loudly. “Soon” he sighed patting my head, I ducked away. Ellen was now in the room. She sat down in the armchair with my guitar. I looked over at Bella; her face was troubled. Edward arm was over her shoulder and he played with one hand. I looked back at Ellen, she seemed completely at ease. “Carlisle is meeting us in five minutes in the field” Alice suddenly announced, I looked up to see her already at the door. Emmet stood up to join Alice followed by Esme, then Ellen and Rosalie. “You coming, Edward?” Alice asked impatiently “I’ll meet you there” he replied, and they were gone. Edward stopped playing and led Bella to sit across from Anthony and me. “I can’t read Ellen’s mind anymore” he started, I frowned When did you stop hearing her? –I thought “A couple weeks ago” he stated, fixing his gaze on my face, reading my every expression. What was she thinking before you stopped hearing her? –I asked in my mind, I was pretty convinced that Ellen was the voice in Bella’s head now, but I was against the idea that she was up to no good. In other words, I didn’t believe she was helping the werewolves. Edward felt strongly about this idea, he hated her. He gave her hell once a month ago. “She was always changing her thoughts all the time, she sounded…too careful, it’s like she knows I’m listening in” he pinched the bridge of his nose. Why would she do that? –I thought to myself “Well she’s-” “Don’t start” I stopped him, “I’ll figure this out later, I’ll talk to Ellen” I explained, he nodded and stood; helping Bella up with him. “Bye” Bella said “Bye, I’ll see you later” I smiled and gave a small wave. I turned to face Anthony, “What do you want to do?” I asked, “I’ve got…four-five hours ‘till I have to leave” I sighed “Well, you’re on your own, I’m going to Port Angeles with the guys…and Jamie to see this new movie” he explained “Isn’t it a bit late?” I wondered aloud, he shrugged and walked to the front door, jingling keys as he walked “Fine” I whispered to myself. I tapped my knee. I walked into my room, I changed out of Alice’s cloths and into a black tank top and cargo pants. “Jacob!” I exclaimed suddenly, covering my mouth. I couldn’t believe it. What the hell does Jacob like…? I looked around wildly for a gift. I stopped for a moment. I felt my locket on my neck. No, that’s gay – I thought letting the heart thump on my chest. I realized he probably didn’t want my stuff. I let out a hard sigh. I rushed over to my desk and opened one of the drawers. I pulled out a small piece of stiff paper and a picture I took of a sunrise on the beach in LaPush. I yawned. I grabbed a pencil and drew a light sketch of the picture on the paper. At this point it was almost a struggle to keep my eyes open. Afterwards I took out my paint and brushes. I started to paint, and I painted details over the first coat. Finally when the paint dried I dragged my feet lazily to the stairs. I checked my watch; 1:26 am. “Dammit!” I growled and I broke into a run, I stopped half way down the stairs and ran back up to put on my sweater. When I reached the front door I slipped on my sneakers and ran to the garage to get my bike. I skidded to a stop on the road and pushed my bike into the woods. I checked my watch again while I sprinted onto the beach; 2:17 am. I groaned. I saw the light from his lantern. He turned to look at me, he smiled. I came to a stop in front of him. “Sorry I’m late” I apologized, fighting back a yawn. He pulled me into a hug, “its okay” he sighed. His hot skin warmed me up immediately. It was nice. He pulled away and sat down, I sat next to him. He put his arm around my waist. “How’s it going?” I asked randomly “Better now” he replied kissing my forehead, “How are you?” he returned the question “Exhausted” I murmured, resting my head against him. “I have something for you” he whispered in my ear. My eyes widened and I cursed. “I forgot it!” I exclaimed angrily. “What?” Jacob asked confused “Your present” I muttered harshly, he put his finger under my chin and raised my head to look at him. “That’s okay” he reassured me, a big smile planted on his face. I stared up at him suspiciously. “You already gave me what I want” he said, his expression a bit more serious than before. “What’s that?” I asked a bit stupidly “You” he said slowly “Thank god” I sighed in relief. Simple, he wanted me. Surprise, surprise! Jacob laughed and pulled me tighter to his side. I watched his other hand reach into his pocket and he pulled out something and held it in his fist. He held his closed fist to me. I looked up at his face and back at his fist. “I’m starting to feel bad about this” I frowned “Close your eyes” he instructed me, I did. I felt his arm around my waist move away and grab my right hand. He played with my fingers and then slid something on my third finger. He got me a ring? He let go of my hand, and it fell to my lap. I felt his arm around me again. “Okay?” I asked “Go ahead” I could hear the smile in his voice. I opened my eyes and automatically raised my right hand to examine my third finger. There was a ring; it was wooden and a vine-like pattern was carved into it. To me it was beautiful. I yanked it off of my finger and rolled it in my fingers, feeling the carvings. I noticed a tiny carved wolf on the inside of the ring. “Oh, Jacob, you made this?!” I asked astonished “Yep” “It’s gorgeous, I love it” I said, slipping it back on the finger he had placed it on. “A ring though, why?” I asked without thought, my nose wrinkled a little “To prove your mine” he said simply, I looked up at him and kissed him. “Hmph” I smiled happily then yawned. He pulled me onto his lap. There was silence. I turned the lantern off and stared out at the water. As usual it was beautiful; the black water reflected a blurry image of the snow white moon. A light crisp wind pulled small waves across the water’s surface and blew gently across my face. The black sky glittered with millions of stars. The only sounds were the water, the gentle whistle-like sound of the wind through the trees and the rustling of the leaves. Jacob was so lucky to have a place like this, a place this beautiful to claim his. I closed my eyes and didn’t bother to try and open them again. I felt Jacob’s fingers running down my face. I sighed, then grunted and I wrapped my arms tightly around myself. My eyes fluttered open, and I tried to go back to sleep. It took me a moment to realize how hot it was. I cheek was pressed up against something soft and hot. When I opened my eyes I realized Jacob was causing the heat. My face rested against his neck; with his chin on my head. I looked around, we weren’t on the beach anymore, and I recognized the room I was in almost instantly. We were in Sam’s house. Jacob snored. I found we were sitting upright on a couch; I was tucked into a ball in Jacob’s arms. I noticed my sweater hung over a chair; I managed to look down and saw I was only wearing my tank top. Sunlight filled the room. I groaned. Then I remembered, and terror began to boil in my veins. Edward. It was morning maybe noon. I was supposed to meet him at the mansion, but instead I’m still in LaPush…the awful possibilities raced through my thoughts. I’m dead. I shook my head harshly, Jacob groaned. “Jacob, Jacob!” I continued to shake my head; I felt his head move off of my head. “Wake up!” I ordered, now struggling to break free of his tight grasp. “Go back to sleep” he complained, “Edward…I’m still here!” I kept my voice low just in case I started to yell, “Jacob, Edward’s gonna find out! He’ll kill me!” I continued, he sighed and put several inches between us so he could look at me. “No one is going to kill you” he reassured me, “and don’t worry about Edward, I’ve taken care of it” he slurred, resting his chin on my head again. I frowned. “How did you take care of it?” I questioned suspiciously, now trying to free my arms. He sighed, “Bella n’ me, took care of it last night” “…How!” I asked again “Sleep over…at friend’s” he replied slowly, I grunted. His chin slid off my head and he stared into my eyes, “Relax” he said, and he released me. I got up and stood for a moment, not to sure of what to do next. I turned around to face Jacob again. He was already sleeping again, only this time he laid across the couch. I crossed my arms and walked back to the couch and sat on the ground, I leaned my back against the front of the couch. I could hear Jacob’s heart beat, slow and even. I spent the next ten minutes (which seemed like hours) thinking of what I should do, run back to the Cullen’s and face Edward, and try to make him believe I was at a sleep over. Or stay here with Jacob in LaPush, where there are 17 werewolves who want to kill me not including the one vampire…fabulous. Just then I felt Jacob’s hot fingers trace the scars on my shoulder. I raised my hand to my shoulder and slid my hand between my scars and his hand. I hated it when he sees my scars; I hated how it made him feel. “Jacob…” I almost whispered. I stood up and walked toward the chair with my sweater. I grabbed it and put it on. “I’m sorry, I should have covered them up earlier” I said slowly moving back towards him. But he stood up. And grabbed my hand, he pulled me into the kitchen, the smell of bacon and eggs lingered in the air. I saw Emily at the stove; she turned her head around to look at me, “Good morning” she greeted with a smile, I smiled in return “Hi” I replied, Jacob led me to a chair and the table. Sam was there already, he nodded at Jacob, then looked at me, “How are you feeling?” he asked “Confused, really” I answered I gave a short glance at Jacob; who watched me carefully. Emily gave me a plate of food; I thanked her with a smile and began to nibble on a piece of toast. Jacob ate faster than I did; he ate a lot more than I did. When I was finished I stood and put my dishes in the dish washer. I couldn’t stop thinking about an enraged Edward, I was getting anxious. I sat back down at the table; my hand tapped a quick beat on my knee. I bit my lip. “Jacob I should leave” I said standing up “No, stay here” he instructed, I didn’t sit back down for a couple moments. When I did I rested my head on my hands. “Jacob I really should leave…” I continued, my voice was uneasy, he shook his head “No you have to stay here” he said, I glared at him, why did I have to stay? I leaned in on the table. “Why?” I asked, he didn’t answer “Jacob, what’s wrong? Why can’t I leave?” I asked, now worry began to mix in with my emotions. He studied my expression, and then sighed. “Come” he instructed, standing up, I did. He grabbed my hand and led me out of the house; he stopped me in front of his car. He held my wrists together “You should know this” he murmured, it sounded more like he was a talking to himself. I just stared up at him with a worried expression. He took moment to look and me before we got into his car. It took me a bit of time to find the right thing to say, “What’s wrong?” I asked, I noticed his increasing speed. He didn’t answer for a moment. He reached over with one hand to hold my face. “It’s Anthony” he whispered, I began to glare, “What about Anthony?” I said, getting defensive. He didn’t answer, “Answer me! What happened?” I demanded furiously, grabbing his hand and pushing it away. “Jacob, please” I pleaded, worry beginning to overwhelm me. “Don’t cry”’ he begged, I frowned “I’m not going to cry” I muttered, he glanced at me, “There’s been an accident…” he began; I knew it was related to the werewolves, my teeth clenched together. I realized we weren’t driving anymore; we were parked outside of Carlisle’s hospital. My mouth fell open, and utter rage boiled like acid in my veins. +there has been a question about the locket so here it is, but it doesn't have the emeralds  And here is her painted guitar!  if there are any other questions feel free to ask +comments please |
8/14/07 07:50 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #25Chapter 25 Natalie POV: It was Saturday now; naturally I was still exited about my scheme to get Jacob and Bella to talk to each other. I hadn’t seen Bella since last night. And I was surprised Jacob didn’t find me yet. I was at work. He usually found me here. “Get me a frozen hot chocolate” I heard Dan call (Dan was a friend of mine from school who worked with me). I now worked at a Second Cup in Port Angeles. I put the right ingredients into the blender and turned it on. “Your friend’s here…again” Dan whispered from behind me. I turned around and sure enough there was Jacob walking towards the front counter. I sighed and turned around again to finish the order. “Here, I’ll cover for you” Dan promised, I knew he was intimidated by Jacob. Well most of my friends who saw him were. “Thanks, I owe you one” I thanked him and patted him on the shoulder. I could feel Jacob’s gaze burning holes in my back. I turned around again to face Jacob. He smiled at me, baring his perfect white teeth. I smiled in return. His black T-shirt was dotted from the rain outside and parts of his hair were wet and dripping water. I walked out from behind the counter. He pulled me into one of his smothering hot hugs. “I missed you yesterday” he sighed, pulling away and leading me to a small table for two in the far corner. “You talk to me every day, Jacob” I reminded him while I sat down across from him. “Natalie” he sighed. “Jacob” I sighed, trying to mock his expression and tone of voice. He reached across the table to brush his fingers down my scarred cheek. His other hand reached across so he could hold my face in his hands. He pulled me forward, leaning forward over the table as well. He was a couple inches from my face when I whispered, “How was last night with Bella?” He frowned with disappointment, but didn’t answer. I smiled at his expression. I pushed my head forward to kiss him. His mood seemed to lighten. His hands slid to the back of my head; his fingers knotting in my hair. He held me securely to his face. After a certain period of time I decided we should stop; knowing Dan was probably staring. “Jacob” I slurred under his lips, he didn’t respond, “Jacob” I said again only louder hoping he’d pull away. He didn’t. I put my hands on his shoulders and tried to push him away, but I gave up that strategy quickly. “Jake, I have a boyfriend, stop” I muttered, he pulled away to look at me “What?” his voice was angry “That got your attention didn’t it?” I smiled, his mood lightened a bit “Never say that again” he made me promise, I nodded. He smiled and pulled back his hands. He grabbed my hand. “How was last night with Bella?” I asked again “Fun” he replied truthfully, my heart leapt “What d’you guys talk about?” I asked “Mostly you” he smiled cheerfully, I frowned disappointedly. My plan wasn’t going as I planned. “Why?” I asked suspiciously. “Bella wanted to know stuff” he shrugged “What stuff?” “Nothing important” he said absentmindedly while he gazed into my eyes. “Hmph” I groaned. I noticed several more customers enter. “Jacob, I should get back to work” I stood; Jacob tightened his grip on my hand. “I only just got here!” he complained “Jake, I promise I’ll call you when my shift is over” I promised, he frowned with a sigh. He stood up. “Can’t I stay here until you’re done?” he asked, hopeful. “’Course you can, but Bella’s picking me up” I smiled “Can’t I drive you home?” he wondered “Jake, she’s probably on her way right know, my shift ends in fifteen minutes” I explained checking my watch, “Next time, I promise” I stared up at his face, I stood on my toes to kiss him on the cheek. “Fine, but I’m staying here until Bella comes” “Thanks” I whispered, I turned to walk quickly behind the counter to help with the customers. “You know, he’s watching you funny” Dan whispered to me, “Looks like you’re passed friends too” he added, he couldn’t hide the suspicion and hint of jealousy in his voice. “Tell me about it” I breathed while I poured coffee into a cup. “Well, I’m gone, see you at school” Dan said a bit louder than a whisper. I turned around to see Nicole walking over, he glanced at Jacob and quickened her pace (Nicole is a year older than me). Dan walked out from behind the counter and left. “He’s here again!” Nicole whispered in my ear “Uh-huh” was all I said “Okay, this can’t be ignored” she began in a whisper “Is he on steroids?” she breathed. I laughed out loud. “Of course not!” “Okay, good, just asking” she murmured, getting to work at the cash register. Several minutes later I felt a pat on my shoulder. I turned around, “Times up” Anthony smiled at me (he also worked here). “Hey” I replied with a smile. I looked passed him and saw Bella leaning on a wall next to Jacob, she was staring at me and saying something to Jacob. They were both smiling. I walked out from behind to counter. “Hey” Bella greeted “Hi” I said in return, smiling a bit. There was a short moment of silence as we all stared at each other. “Let’s get going” Bella finally said “Right” I nodded. Bella started to walk out the door while Jacob stood. “I’ll see you later then?” I smiled up at him; he nodded and pulled me into a hug before I left with Bella. I opened the door of Bella’s truck and stepped inside, Bella was already to leave; her hands on the wheel and she stared at me with a large smile. I gave her a curious look. “Bella, are you okay?” I asked “Jacob imprinted, eh” she smiled wider, I frowned “He told you that!?” I almost yelled “Yep” “You didn’t tell Edward did you?” my voice became harder and louder “Of course not! He’d kill Jacob!” her tone was serious as she started her truck’s loud engine. I rested my head on the headrest of my seat and sighed. I prepared myself for the questioning but it didn’t come, and I was grateful. “Does Anthony know?” she asked “Yea, he knows everything” I whispered. The rest of the drive was pretty silent. My eyes ran over the beautiful Christmas tree. Bella moaned. “What?” I asked “Presents” she muttered, we both sat down on one of the couches. I nodded. “Doesn’t it bother you how expensive there going to be?” she asked, I shrugged “There money, if they want to waste it, let them” I said simply, Bella smiled. “But there still going to spend money” she complained, I shrugged again. “Well just know you have it easy, say if Alice buys you some diamond necklace you have a choice not to wear it. If I get a diamond necklace, I have no choice but to wear it” I said, she nodded “True” she agreed “What are you giving them?” I asked suddenly, knowing I wasn’t aloud to buy them anything “I’m not aloud to buy them gifts” she sighed “Those hypocrites!” I almost yelled. I sighed, “When is Christmas anyway?” I asked “Two weeks” Bella answered slowly. I nodded; I took the heart shaped locket in my hand (I was able to get it repaired). I studied it, the little emeralds glittered in the light and the white gold reflected the skin of my fingers. Alice loved emeralds on me, I shuddered. I suddenly had an idea for my present. My teeth clenched together. I did love emeralds myself, but to know what Alice had in mind… +comments please |
8/11/07 10:09 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #24Chapter 24 Natalie POV: I woke up to something icy cold poking me. I kept my eyes closed and tried to ignore Alice. I felt her grab my shoulders and she shook me. My eyes burst open, “Stop it” I moaned. “Wake up, you’ll be late for school” she warned, letting go of me. I craned my neck to look at my clock, I moaned. “Alice, I have three hours!” I hissed “You still need to get dressed, silly!” she chirped, I moaned when I remembered how long it usually takes Rosalie and her to decide what I’ll wear. But now that Anthony was here too, I was Alice’s responsibility and Rosalie took care of Anthony. Rosalie knew I had bigger fusses about my clothing, so she chose Anthony, for his shy, quiet attitude. Alice pulled me out of my bed and down to her bedroom’s bathroom (Alice and Rosalie had so much fun designing Anthony’s room; they made me my own room. Alice kept all my cloths in her room, just incase I tried to hide them, so I could wear my own). In total I tried on four different outfits before she settled on one. I swear she could do this all day if she got the chance. Afterwards, it took her an hour to style my hair and do my makeup. “I’m going to be late Alice” I complained, she ignored me “Done” she sang “You have seven minutes before we leave” she announced, I sighed and leapt off the bathroom counter. I jogged down the stairs; I stopped to look at the massive, decorated Christmas tree. I walked into the kitchen, I found Anthony sitting at the dinning room table along with Esme who was talking with him quietly. “’Morning” I greeted hastily. I opened the fridge and picked out an apple. I sighed and sat next to Anthony. “Good morning” Esme smiled warmly at me. I smiled in return. “How was Rosalie this morning?” I asked Anthony, he looked up at me and gave me the what-do-you-think look. I nodded. I bit into my apple. Esme watch Anthony and I eat our breakfast with fascinated eyes. I loved Esme. “Time to go!” Alice sang from the living room, Anthony stood and started to walk away. I sighed and stood moments after him. I walked over to the front door and picked up my bag and swung it over my shoulder. Suddenly out of nowhere came Emmet. I was thrown off my feet and we crashed into the wall. I let out a short scream, he laughed hysterically and then he was gone. Christ, I wish he’d stop that. I picked myself up and jogged out of the house. Esme was outside talking to Rosalie. “Bye!” she called. “Bye” I called back. I stepped into Edward’s Volvo next to Anthony. Edward sat in the driver’s seat. “Good morning” he greeted me with a smile. “Hi” I replied. Edward started the car and he backed out of the driveway. On the other side of the car next to Anthony, Alice reached over and turned on the radio. It seemed like minutes when we pulled up at Bella’s house, and she hopped into the passenger seat. “Hey” she greeted all of us. “Jacob called” she announced to Edward. I smiled to myself. Jacob listened to me! I’ve been asking him to call Bella for weeks now. I knew Bella missed him, and when ever I asked Jacob if he missed her he’d say yes. And now Edward came to the conclusion that Jacob is not dangerous, he aloud me to tell Bella I see Jacob and she could come down to LaPush with me. I was very happy with myself. “Edward?” I asked. He turned to look at me. It was obvious he knew the question I was asking him, I’ve been asking him for a while if I could take Bella with me on Saturday night. My heart started to beat faster with excitement. He nodded, and turned back to Bella. Yeah, now everyone will be happy! “What’s this about?” Alice asked “I’ll tell you later Alice” Edward sighed, Bella looked back at me suspiciously. I smiled at her. ********* (Friday night) “Where are we going?” Bella asked me while I pulled my hoodie over my head. “You’ll see” I said, I put my hat on and pulled my hood over my head. I had this all planned out, I was extremely exited. I wanted them to talk alone and catch up on things. I was going to ditch them. I wasn’t sure how Jacob would react, but I hoped for the best. We began to walk; the snow was thicker now, so it was going to take a little bit longer to walk. While I thought of what will happen, Bella went on arguing about her rights to know where I was taking her. When we reached the beach (Jacob changed the meeting area) I hid Bella in the forest to the right. Bella POV: Natalie pushed me into the woods. There was a bright light, meters away from us; it lit up a lot of the space around it. I noticed a body sitting next to it as well. “Don’t come until I come and get you” Natalie whispered excitedly. I nodded. She walked towards the sitting figure. She seemed to wrap her arms around the person’s neck or something, I heard voices, but they were too distant for me to understand. The person stood up, I knew instantly it must have been a man, he was probably a couple feet taller than Natalie. After a couple minutes I saw Natalie running towards me again. “Come on!” she said while she grabbed my hand and pulled me toward the large person. When I was close enough I realized who it was, Jacob. “Bella!” Jacob exclaimed and pulled me into a bone crushing bear hug. “Hi” I gasped for air, he let go of me “It’s been so long hasn’t it?” he laughed “Yeah, it has” I smiled, that’s when confusion struck me. I looked at Natalie; who was smiling silently. How did she know Jacob? “Natalie…?” I began but she looked at Jacob “You explain everything” she told him, I looked at Jacob. There was something strange the way he looked at her, like…I don’t know, like she was…everything, like she was the sun. They stared at each other for a minute. “Why?” Jacob finally said “Because I have to leave” Natalie smiled widely at the both of us. “Get her home safely Jake, my brother will be waiting at the treaty line-border thing, ready to pick her up” she explained, then laughed. “Okay…great!” he smiled, he pulled her into a hug and he kissed her forehead before she ran away. I watched Jacob stare after her until she was out of sight. Then he looked down at me and smiled, I recognized this smile. He pulled me into another smothering hug. “So, your leech let you out here, or did you escape?” he asked “Edward let me” I said, he nodded. He reached down and grabbed the lantern. Then with his other hand he grabbed my wrist and we walked over to a familiar spot. He placed the lantern on the ground in front of the natural bench. He sat down on the bench, I followed. “I’ve missed you, Bella” he smiled at me “I’ve missed you” I replied, “What was that?!” I suddenly remembered “What?” “With Natalie!” I exclaimed “Oh” he smiled, “You don’t know a lot about me, do you?” he sighed “I think I do” I frowned, he laughed a bit. I couldn’t help but smile myself. “It’s a wolf thing” he said “Another one?” I sighed “There’s a lot more to being…what I am than you know, Bella” he looked down at me, I frowned. “Tell me” I demanded, he laughed. “Alright” he agreed. “Have you ever heard of imprinting?” he asked “No” I replied truthfully “Well, it’s one of those weird things that happen to some of us. It’s why Emily and Sam are together” “Huh” I added, still waiting for a real answer. “Sam actually was in love with someone else before Emily. When he saw Emily….nothing else mattered. Sometimes…well…that’s how we find…our mates…soul-mates” he looked away from me as if embarrassed or ashamed. “You mean, like…love at first sight?” I asked blankly. I didn’t really know how to react, he seemed serious. “Actually, it’s more certain, more powerful” he continued quietly, I nodded. The answer I wanted was just starting to come to me. “So…have you…imprinted?” I asked absentmindedly. He looked back at me. He raised his eyebrows. “Natalie?” I said slowly, Jacob nodded. It took me a moment to realized, the best of this. I smiled. “That’s great, Jacob!” I congratulated, he frowned for a moment then smiled. +comments please |
8/10/07 10:38 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #23MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 23 “How long will you be?” Anthony questioned me from the kitchen. “Not long, trust me” I called back “Where are you going?” “Just on a run” I answered while I walked through the door. I began to run when I reached the river. I ran to Bella’s house and started to run on a hiking trail. I usually ran every Saturday. It was my way to escape Alice and my other troubles. Of course there was one person I couldn’t escape that easily. Jacob. I was still a little…uneasy about the entire imprint thing; I was used to the idea of love at first sight, but what was bothered me was that it was stronger, more powerful than that. Fait Jacob had once put it to get on my nerves. Before he told me about it I thought he was down right creepy. He never seemed to get close enough to me. Sometimes he would just stare at me. Now he always knew where I was. I wouldn’t be surprised if he showed up. I shivered, the snow in the forest was thinner, and that’s why I ran in the woods instead of on the streets. I listened to the crunching noise my feet made when I stepped on the snowy leaves. I also loved the scenery, I thought it was beautiful, I loved how peaceful and quiet it was. I reached up to pulled my hat lower over my forehead. I rubbed my hands together. I really should have worn gloves. I stepped on my undone shoelace and stumbled forward. I hit the ground with a thump, my hands stung from the cold. I groaned and sat up. I tied my shoelace and stood up again. I sighed and began to run again. But suddenly something appeared out of the woods and I was lifted off my feet. I small shriek escaped my mouth. I was now extremely warm. Jacob laughed. “Jacob! Put me down” I ordered, I struggled against his grip. He only hugged me tighter. I was helpless. I gave up. I didn’t’ mind the warmth anyway. I looked up into his face, his eyes pierced through mine. They expressed deep, never ending passion. “Stop that!” “Stop what?” he smiled “Looking at me like that!” “You better get used to it; you’re stuck with me forever” “Good to know” I smiled; I loved Jacob, maybe to much. I was afraid to get in to deep. I didn’t want to hurt him if I had to leave. I never meant for us to get this close. “I have some good news” he began; I nodded for him to continue. He set me down and sat on the ground. He patted the space next to him; I sat down next to him. He put his arm around my waist, I leaned my head against him arm. “News?” I reminded him “I told Sam” he sighed. He had been thinking about telling him for a while now, he thinks he’d understand. “And…” “He’s okay with us actually, kinda exited to meet you” “What? I’m meeting him? Does he even know who I am?” I began to overreact a bit “Don’t worry, he’s not going to hurt you” he reassured me, I nodded “Wonderful” I breathed sarcastically. He sighed; he put a finger under my chin and raised my head to look at him. “At least pretend you want to meet him” “It’s not that, Jacob, believe me, it’s the Cullens…Edward especially” “Don’t start with them again, please” he begged “If he finds out…Jacob he’ll get Alice to watch me and I’ll never see you again” I whined “I don’t care; I’ll find a way to kidnap you” he smiled “You’ve gotten pretty good at that haven’t you?” I agreed; he kissed me on the cheek. “You’re freezing!” he said, putting his hands on either side of my face. “It’s winter, its cold outside, I’m gonna get cold” I said “You should dress warmer in this weather” he shunned; he looked over my navy blue sweater and grey sweat pants, he pulled me onto his lap. “So when am I meeting Sam?” I asked looking up at him. “I was hoping Friday night, but we could go now if you want” he shrugged “I donno, you choose” I sighed; I moved my legs to sit cross legged. “Let’s go now” he said happily “Alright then, let’s go” I whispered. We walked out of the forest and hopped into his car. On the way to LaPush Jacob talked about Sam and Emily. When we were in LaPush he made me duck down, so nobody could see me through the window. I felt the car come to a stop, I saw Jacob wave to someone. It must have been Sam, I was extremely nervous. This could be a death sentence, but I had to trust Jacob, he wouldn’t do anything that might hurt me. “You can sit up” Jacob told me, I sat up. The man was much closer than I thought he was. He smiled at me; I stared at him for a moment before smiling back. I opened my door and stepped out. I walked forward. Jacob was next to me before I could pass the front of the car. He took my hand. I gripped his tightly. “Natalie this is Sam” Jacob introduced him, I smiled while I shook hands with Sam, “Pleased to meet you Natalie” Sam said “Pleased to meet you too” I replied “Come inside” He invited and walked past us to open the door. Jacob pulled me along and into the house. “Emily should be home any minute now” Sam called from another room. Jacob had me sit down at what I guessed was the dining room table. He sat across from me. He rested his elbows on the table and his head rested on his fists. He just stared at me. I looked away and back at his face. When ever I saw he was still staring at me I look away. I was irritated now. If he wants to play his game, fine. I rested my elbows on the table as he did, and placed my head on my hands. I stared straight back at him, our eyes met instantly. He smiled. I heard the door open, Jacob kept staring at me. I looked away to see who it was. “Jacob! You’re here!” I heard the woman’s voice. “Hey, Emily. This is Natalie” he said. Emily’s face was scarred, far worse than mine. I liked her already. “Natalie, I’ve been waiting to see you, Jacob told us a lot about you” she set the bag of groceries on the counter and stepped forward to shake my hand. I realized she must be referring to Sam and her. I smiled as we shook hands. She sat down at the table between Jacob and me. I glanced back at Jacob; he didn’t quit staring at me. Sam joined in; he sat on across from Emily. “So you’re the other vampire girl?” she joked, I smiled “Yea” I replied shyly “How long have you two known each other?” Emily asked; I knew already that this was going to get uncomfortable. At least we weren’t going to talk about the other werewolves trying to kill me and what not. I waited for Jacob to answer. “Two months” he answered “That’s quite a long time” Sam murmured, he seemed to be talking only to Jacob. Sam turned his head to look at me, he took in my scars. “I’m sorry about that” he apologized, I shook my head “No, don’t be” I said, he smiled a bit; I knew he was going to object. “Oh! Are you hungry?” Emily stood up. “No, no. I’m okay” I said “You must be cold! I’ll make you some hot chocolate. Jacob, want some?” “Yea, thanks” he replied, I turned back to the table, Sam looked at me and smiled. I glanced at Jacob, he grinned at me. “She was born in Egypt, you know” Jacob said, I glared at him. “Egypt, really?” Sam sounded surprised “Yup” Jacob nodded, I clenched my teeth. Jacob smiled at my expression. Emily returned, she push a mug of steaming hot chocolate in front of me, then another in front of Jacob. “Thank you” I smiled, she smiled in return. Jacob chugged his drink down quickly. I took a sip of mine; it burned my tongue, and swallowed hard and quickly. “So how’d you two meet?” Emily asked, Jacob gave me a look that wanted me to answer. “He kidnapped me” ************ Jacob pulled me out of the door by my hand. “Bye” I heard Emily call; I turned my head to wave back at Emily and Sam. I stepped into Jacob’s car and we began to drive. “What do you think?” Jacob asked me eagerly “Of Sam and Emily?” “Yeah” “They’re very nice. I like them….so how much exactly did you tell them about me?” I questioned “Enough” he glanced at me, he pushed my head down. “Fine” I muttered. |
8/9/07 04:32 pm - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #22Chapter 22 Natalie POV: Two months had passed now, Christmas break had brought a lot of excitement into my friends and fellow students. But I was exited for a different reason; this would actually be my first real Christmas. The past couple months were the happiest ones in a long time. I was truly happy. Anthony (Alice preferred to call him Andy) and I were closer than ever, there was nothing we couldn’t tell each other, no secrets. But of course there was one. Anthony didn’t know the secret against the wolves. I refused to tell him, I didn’t want him in such danger (but he was anyway, the wolves assumed I’ve told him). We almost never had that discussion anymore. Anthony and I went everywhere together, joined in the hip Bella put it. When it came to our appearance, it wasn’t difficult to tell us apart. Alice kept his hair blonde. My hair grew out, it almost reached my shoulders. Bella and I were close friends. And with the Cullens, it seemed they really were my family. Even Rosalie seemed to have accepted me as a sister. Jasper left for Alaska a month ago, I felt terrible about that even today. But he visited every once in a while, Carlisle says that he’s getting better at resisting blood. Emmet found much amusement in mocking me. And he would every once in a while tackle me to the ground. Of course he wouldn’t hurt me; it was just something he did when he was bored. Edward tried to get me to teach him the Swedish language. It was hilarious; I would get on his nerves, saying his name and then tease him in Swedish. Or yell in Swedish and he’ll think something’s wrong. One time I screamed in Swedish in class (in my mind) and he showed up at my classroom ready to grab me and rush me to the Volvo with Bella. It was hilarious. I didn’t teach him Swedish, it was way too much fun when he didn’t understand me. When it came to preparing my meals Rosalie and Alice would watch me and ask questions. Rosalie was forbidden to make food. Alice…I didn’t want to take risks. Edward thought the food I ate was repulsive; the worst to him was Tie food, I adored it. When ever I ate it he’d flinch. I still met Jacob every week in the middle of the night on Friday. Against my best intentions we became very close friends, maybe too close. There was something strange the way he treated me…I bet if he didn’t treat me this way, I’d still loath him, it just seemed he couldn’t be close enough to me. I didn’t tell Edward though, he’d kill me. He had enough trouble with Bella. The meetings we had weren’t so much about getting the details on his family’s attack plans any more. We mainly just hung out and drank soda, talking about random stuff. I felt sorry for him at times; he seemed scared of himself when he…changes. Jacob was also a huge help when I started to try to get over my parents’ death. He always cheered me up somehow. I was grateful. I could think-talk about my parents without hurting myself. But there were limits. Jacob became a very important part of my week. It was hard to think what life in Forks would be like if he wasn’t in it. He told me all about being a werewolf, all about how he can read other werewolves minds, how he doesn’t age normally, his strength, speed and imprints, he made that one very uncomfortable for me, very uncomfortable. If Edward new what was going on in that situation....no if anyone new about this imprint problem...the world will end. In return I told him all about my life, he didn’t like my story. I regretted telling him, he was always sorry for what his family did. Edward and I still met up too right after I saw Jacob. Bella still heard voices. We weren’t much closer to solving the mystery of why Victoria was out to kill me too. Edward didn’t find too much evidence against Ellen. But whatever he did find proved Ellen was guilty. The werewolf attacks were easy to deal with now. I guessed Jacob had something to do with it. There were no attacks for a few weeks now. My wounds healed. And I was only knocked unconscious once in two months; by my own stupidity. My life right now was better than I ever hoped for. Even when I was alone I had no doubts or anything to mourn over. But by now I should know that something this wonderful could only be temporary for someone like me, and it will all fall down, and I’ll be left with only more memories to forget. |
8/9/07 10:16 am - MORTAL LIABILITY-----Chapter #21MORTAL LIABILITY Chapter 21 Chapter 21 Natalie POV My eyes fluttered open. I saw Rosalie standing at the foot of my bed, but she vanished. I looked down at my stomach; I was wearing a fresh pair of cloths. I looked at my wounded palm; it was now wrapped in some kind of gauze. I realized what I had just gone through. I leapt off my bed. I sprinted downstairs, into the large living room. Every one was there except for Ellen, Anthony and Jasper. I saw Bella look up at me, it was obvious that she was crying. Her eyes were pink and glazed and her lower lips trembled a bit. Next I looked at Edward, his eyes were wide. He just stared at me; his expression unreadable. “Where is Anthony?” I asked, it sounded more menacing and defensive than I wanted it to be. “He’s safe, just sleeping” I heard Alice speak out from the crowd. Suddenly Bella jumped up from her seat and ran towards me. Edward just kept staring at me. We made direct eye contact for a brief moment. He now looked confused. Bella came forward and hugged me tightly. “I thought- I thought you were dead- we thought you were dead” she wailed silently “I’m not aloud to die” I whispered, glancing at Edward. ‘I need to talk to you’ I thought in English. He didn’t nod, but the expression I saw through his eyes answered me with a ‘yes’. “Bella” Edward called her and she retreated to her seat. I didn’t follow her. “Where is Anthony?” I asked again, looking over the other faces. “He’s sleeping” Alice answered again “I need to talk to him” “Not now, we need to talk to you first” Alice snapped “That will have to wait, Alice, I need to speak with my brother, whom I have missed for sixteen years” I argued, Alice sighed. She glanced over to Carlisle. She then stood and glided toward me. She led me up to the third story of the mansion. I entered through a partially closed door. Alice left me, and retreated downstairs. Sure enough he was there, but he wasn’t sleeping. The room was a pale blue color; all of the wooden furniture was dark wood. There were a couple small couches, a desk (with computer) and a large bed. I also noticed a camera and other equipment I guessed companied it. I thought the room was very nice, very comfortable. Anthony sat cross legged on his bed; he looked at me and smiled. He hopped off the bed as I walked in. “Looks like your staying” I smiled, I walked to a couch and sat down. Anthony sat next to me. “Who are these people?” he asked after a long pause of silence “They-they are looking after…us” I said smiling a bit after the last word “Like our family?” “Yea, pretty much” I shrugged, his smiled faded a bit “Where’s ‘our’ family, Mum and Dad?” he asked, I bit my lip. He didn’t now, I looked away from him. “T-they’re gone” I forced the words, a tear rolled down my face. “They told me about that…I didn’t believe them…” he said gloomily, I was surprised at how well he was taking the news. I guess he never knew them. “Who told you?” I asked, looking at him again. “Orphanage” he whispered, I frowned “Orphanage” I repeated, he nodded then sighed “I wasn’t always in an orphanage. I lived in Poland with my-our aunt, then she was murdered. I was sent to an American orphanage when I was seven” he explained, I knew my aunt who took care of him, Natalya. Why didn’t my mum tell me he was with her? “What about you?” he asked me, I knew the Cullens were listening; I didn’t really want them to hear my history. “To long of a story” I said “We’ve got time” he smiled; I smiled in return; trying to hide the edge to it. “Well, I was born in Egypt-” “We were born in Egypt!” he exclaimed. I nodded “I was sent to live with our uncle in Sweden; I lived there for five years, until he was murdered and our parents took me in. Afterwards, we traveled a lot. Then we moved to Canada, about a year ago. Then…then our parents…died, and now I’m here” I finished, I left out the reason we traveled so much. He nodded and smiled, “Why and where did to travel?” he asked, I sighed. “How many questions are you planning to ask me?” “Well, I’ve only just met my lost twin sister! I’m gonna ask as many questions I want to!” he laughed a bit, I smiled. “We mainly traveled around Europe” “Where in Europe?” “Poland, Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, Holland, Germany, England, Spain and France” I finished with a sigh, his eyes widened with surprise. “There has got to be a good reason to travel so much” he laughed; I knew what he was getting at. “Where did you go in Canada?” he asked, his question startled me but I was pleased. “South Ontario, farmland” I answered, I didn’t give the details, knowing that the Cullens were listening, I didn’t want them looking into that horrid place. Though it was the safest place I had ever lived with my parents, I would never let go of the terrible memories of that awful afternoon. I realized I had been thinking in English, talking in English with my brother must have…I just wasn’t paying attention. I was positive Edward had been listening in. Damn it. Edward was suddenly at the doorway. “May I take Natalie for a moment?” he asked Anthony, his tone was blank. I looked at Anthony. “Uh-yea sure” he answered. “I’ll be back really soon” I whispered in Polish and I walked toward Edward. He closed the door behind us and he led me into another room on the same floor. I guessed it was his bedroom. I looked around, astonished by his massive CD collection. “Sit” he instructed, he pointed to the leather couch. I sat, without arguing. He walked back and forth in front of me. “What happened yesterday?” he began to question me “I-I-There was a werewolf on the roof, so I ran into the woods” I explained “Did you tell me about it?” he asked “Yes I did…why couldn’t you hear me?” I frowned in confusion; he stopped walking for a moment then started pacing again. He didn’t answer my question; he seemed too deep in thought to care what I was saying. “Edward, why didn’t anyone come for me? I mean, you found me, but why that late? I was trying to get in touch with you almost all night! Did you hear me?” I finished, stopping myself from overreacting. He stopped to look at me. “No I didn’t actually, I couldn’t hear you at all” he said, he sound very agitated. “Can you hear me now?” I asked “Yes” he said through gritted teeth, I was confused. Suddenly I remembered Victoria. “Edward there is something else” I continued, he gave me an irritated look. “What?” he sighed; rubbing his forehead, “In the forest…Anthony told me that Victoria took him to the werewolves. I think she’s on their side” I explained, his expression became even more troubled. “Why?” he asked “I don’t know, maybe they can give her something she wants...” I stopped, he sighed. There was a very long moment of silence. “I have another question” he sighed, what else could there possibly be? “Is there any good news?” I asked “There is but I’ll tell you later” he murmured, I nodded. “Bella…she’s been….hearing things-whispers she tells me, but only she can hear them” he shook his head, I frowned, “Do you have any idea…why this is happening?” he continued. The only possible answer I could find was Ellen, that’s her special talent; she talks in other people’s minds and allows them to read hers. Why would she do that to Bella? Where is Ellen? “Can she hear them-it now?” I asked “No” “Ellen, she’s the only possibility, but she wouldn’t do that” I said, Edward nodded. “Sure” “What do you mean?” “It’s obvious; she must be the one doing this. Bella only hears it when Ellen is around. And that is what Ellen does!” he exclaimed, I liked how he goes hysterical over Bella; it shows his dedication and true love for her, in a way I found it hilarious. I snapped back to the conversation. “Ellen isn’t that kind of person” I argued, he laughed. I stood up, “Why is it so hard to believe?” I snapped “Well it’s not just Bella she’s troubling” he said “I think she’s the reason I couldn’t hear your thoughts” he continued, I glared at him. “Right, how would-could she do that?” I hissed “Maybe there’s more to Ellen than you know. If she can let people read her mind, I’m sure she can stop me from reading your mind” he said, I couldn’t find a way to argue against that. “Well wouldn’t you have heard me up there running around?” “No, I was tending to Bella” “What was wrong?” “She was hearing the voices, she said they were loud” he explained “Well then it couldn’t be Ellen! She wouldn’t be out there with the werewolves! She wasn’t near Bella!” “How would you know?” he raised his eyebrows “Why would she be with them?” I searched for a good way to argue “Well what do you think is going on?” he asked, I thought for a couple minutes. “Maybe it is Ellen in her mind…but I don’t think she’s doing this on purpose, maybe it’s Bella. If you can’t read her mind, and Jane can’t hurt her…maybe this is just some different…maybe she has a different reaction to Ellen’s talent?” I was surprised with myself, it made sense. “I never thought of it that way” Edward sighed, his expression was unreadable, “It is possible…but it doesn’t explain why Bella could hear Ellen before the…accident” he began a new argument. “Please, let’s not accuse anybody until we have more evidence” I whined, he glared at me; I knew he was irritated with me for defending Ellen. “Fine” he muttered. I was ready to leave when I remembered that he had good news. “What’s the good news?” I asked, I was startled to see a smiled spread across his face. “Bella’s staying human for another year!” he exclaimed, still a little confused by his sudden mood change I smiled. “That’s great Edward!” I congratulated “How’d you get her to agree to that?” “I’m not sure! We just talked about it….for a couple hours, and then she just agreed!” “Wonderful, I guess I’m off the hook” I said, referring to what I owe Edward for keeping quiet. “Well actually, you still owe me something, and if I’m right you need to-” “Get the Volturi to leave her alone” I remembered “Yup” he smiled “That should be easy” I lied. I know it seems I have an obsession over finding examples for Natalie, but I promise you this is the last time. These are my favorites.     <---the one at the bottom+comments please |