Bella MacLeod's Twilight Fanfiction

Spy Games

By BetterInTexas

Chapter 10:

True to his word Eddie showed back up in his silver Volvo. I hoped tonight he would give me enough time alone that I could sabotage Charlie’s alternator. He wants to play with batteries. So could I. In the mean time I had to survive a trip to Castle Dracula.

“Good morning Bella.”

He saw me literally twenty minutes ago.

“He saw you twenty minutes ago.” Arial mumbled. Thank you, God. A break from Jack’s voice.

“You ready to be charming? Get your stone face on Swan, we have to get these fuckers to like you. Be shy and be submissive.”

What the fuck does submissive mean? This better not turn into an S&M thing, because I have limited experience but in every one of those situations, I’m the top bitch in the room.

“Submissive means meek. If someone asks you to do something just do it, don’t argue. Stop thinking about tying up and spanking Kate Upton.”

Meek? That doesn’t sound good. Spanking Kate Upton? That sounds very…

“Would you like to visit the meadow before we go to my home?” Ed asked.

Oh yeah. He’s here.

“No I’m good. Not up for a light speed run through the woods today.”

“Of course not. How inconsiderate of me. Running is so natural to me I forget how disorienting it is for humans.”

Shooting is natural for me. When Jack finds a way to kill you, I will show you exactly how natural it is while you run.

Eddie opened the door for me like the good little bitch he is and I buckled my seat belt because I am so concerned with how fast he drives the mini station wagon.

Ten minutes later and what would be a hard run through rough terrain for me, approximately twelve miles, we had arrived. I would defintely need an extraction if things went badly.

Who am I kidding? If things go bad, I would have no chance for extraction.

The house was large as I expected. Surprisingly it had huge glass windows looking out on a river.

The door opened for me, I followed Eddie into the house taking in everything I could. There was a sitting room on the first floor, but smaller than expected. There was also a grand piano in a parlor next to it that I could barely make out. Please tell me this fucker doesn’t play. I will never be able to stay awake.

“So… Is it what you expected?”

“No.” I admitted. The sitting room would defintely be a place to plant a listening device.

“You were thinking of coffins and cobwebs?” Eddie asked, apparently amused. What the fuck did he think I would expect in a house full of vampires?

“Yeah a little.”

“The kitchen is upstairs; everyone is home and waiting. Are you ready to officially meet them?”

What is with him and his fixation with official acts? These bitches have been staring at me for months. I didn’t bother answering. I was tired of acting like stupid questions were smart and he was clever for thinking of them. Stone facade in place, I walked behind him.

Fuck he grabbed my hand. I fought back a shiver and dealt. Damn I hated his touch.

“Your heart beat is racing. Is it my touch?” he asked with the sweetest smile.

“We should go upstairs.”

The monotone voice wins again. Yeah, it’s your touch. You are a dead body and you are walking and talking and just grabbed my hand. I will be in therapy one day assuming I survive this.

I could make out voices and the sound of television. Sounded like the Food Network? I watched that once before realizing it was about cooking and not just ordering food.

Whoa.

Rosalie looked even hotter up close. I could look past the walking, talking dead body thing with her. Of course she was sneering like she just had to spend the day with Edward. Oh my God how do these vampires live with him? Surely, they can’t all be as dull.

Oh fuck they were cooking. They were cooking what looked to be some sort of pasta at 9 AM. The one I assumed was Esme, since I had not met her yet, smiled at me. The good doctor was behind her with his eyes on the TV, cutting some vegetables.

Please tell me these vampires can cook. That would solve so many problems. I bet I could convince this wannabe mother to bring food over to my house every day.

“Bella this is Esme, my mother for all intents and purposes.”

Mother? She had to be in her mid-twenties. I suppose she would be a replacement for Momma’s boy because despite her youth she did look like the perfect Stepford wife.

“A pleasure to meet you Bella.”

She was so happy she looked like she was going to burst. If she expects me to take her place as this fucker’s mommy she was out of her damn mind. She could wipe his sparkly ass.

“It’s nice to meet you as well.”

As well? Isn’t that what friendly people say? Hey there sexy, probably wouldn’t work here.

“Of course you know Carlisle?”

“It is good to see you again Bella.”

“You too Dr. Cullen.”

“You’re doing good Phoenix. Keep it up.” Eagle informed me.

“Of course you have seen and heard about Emmett and Rosalie.”

Emmett was too happy. Rosalie… Rosalie was seriously turning me on with her look of contempt.

“It’s nice to meet you both.”

“Bella you have given us a reason to use the kitchen for the first time.” Carlisle told me.

I wonder if they realize 9 AM isn’t the proper time for pasta? Fuck it, I was hungry after vomiting up my casserole last night and missing breakfast.

“It’s actually breakfast time.” Edward pointed out.

Rosalie broke a salad bowl.

“That’s great. Why did we cook this again?”

“No! It’s fine. I am actually very hungry.”

Rosalie walked off and I fought not to follow. She’s dead Bella. It would be like getting off on a marble statue. But still… I’ve never tried that before.

“Don’t worry about her Bella.” Emmett told me. “She is just worried.”

“I would never tell anyone about you guys.” I stressed, even breaking the monotone voice for a bit of sincerity.

“We know. Rosalie is just concerned that since the two of you are public, it could hurt our family in the event this ends badly.” Emmett blurted out.

Badly?

Oh yeah. I get taken out by blood drinking fairies.

“You mean I become the meal?”

“Bella.”

Shut up Arial. I don’t need you in my ear 24/7. I got this.

Judging by the shock on their faces perhaps I shouldn’t have been so blunt.

They smiled of course so I guess I was okay.

The window wall of the kitchen opened and Alice and Jasper walked in from a tree branch outside. Damn she was graceful. Behind her was Jasper, back to Mr. Serious.

Mr. Serious my ass. That fucker looked stiff as a board and wouldn’t even take a breath. He was a freaking android.

“Bella this is Alice.” Edward offered completely ignoring his ‘brother.’

Alice moved toward me quickly and I felt her cold lips on my cheek.

“She knows me Edward. Bella and I are going to be best friends!”

Not much of a fortune teller, are you? She was hot though, not as hot as Rosalie but I would give her a test ride if she was alive. For a short girl she looked like she had the most perky little breasts. She sort of reminded me of Ashley Greene if Ashley Greene put her hair in a meat grinder.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you Bella.” Jasper gritted out.

“It’s okay Jasper. You won’t hurt her.” Alice said softly while rubbing his shoulder.

That’s good to know. He offered his hand so I took it, taking note once again that his face was a stone, worse than mine. He never took a breath. It was like a statue suddenly began walking. I could seriously up my game watching this guy.

“Okay, Bella let me show you the rest of the house.” Edward suggested, breaking the awkward silence. I never thought I would be glad to hear him speak but this wasn’t a bad time. Everyone just stood there smiling. I tried; I really did but it just wasn’t happening. Poker face is better than disgusted face so I guess it was best that way.

“This is so awkward.” Arial said voicing my thoughts.

You should be here Arial. You have no idea.

“It was a pleasure to meet you all.”

Edward grabbed my hand and practically pulled me out.

I saw a large living room with sofas and a giant flat screen TV. There appeared to be several game systems hooked up to it.

“That is our living room and entertainment area. We congregate there quite a bit.”

“It looks… nice.”

I needed to get a bug in there.

“Dad says try to place one under a sofa cushion.” Arial told me.

Fine.

“The sofa looks very comfortable. Would you mind if I sat for a moment? I might be able to convince my father into buying a new one.”

“Of course Bella.”

I walked over and sat down. Of course Eddie sat right next to me. I had to get this fucker away.

“Edward I’m a little thirsty. Could you get me a glass of water please?”

“Of course!”

And he was gone. I grabbed the bug from my pocket, slipped that fucker under a cushion and brought my hand back up just in time, as Eddie entered the room with a glass of ice water. Even though his existence disgusted me, the idea of having a man servant to cater to my every demand was beginning to grow on me. Renee has to give a Phil a blowjob to get this sort of attention. All I have to do is ask.

“So what is Rosalie’s problem with me? It can’t just be that she is worries about me dying. She seems to hate me.”

“Rosalie is jealous of you. She wants desperately to be human and hates what she is.” Edward said sadly.

“So why doesn’t she ki…”

“Bella!”

So suggesting suicide is not appropriate in polite company I suppose.

“What happened that made Carlisle change her if she didn’t want to be a vampire?”

“That is her story to tell. I do my best to give everyone their privacy but of course it isn’t easy.”

Everyone has a story. I ask about Jasper and get told I don’t want to know. I ask about Rosalie and basically get told its none of my business and she can tell me if she wants to.

“So how does one become a vampire? Do you have to be dying?”

“No… it doesn’t matter. Would you like to see the rest of the house?”

“Sure.” Eddie sure didn’t like that question. Holy shit does he think I want to sparkle? He must be out of his damn mind.

I followed him up the stairs to the third floor that appeared to be a long L shaped hallway. Every room we passed appeared to be a bedroom until the last room. It looked to be some sort of music room. I followed Eddie in and he looked at me expectantly.

“What room is this?”

“This is my bedroom.”

“Where is your bed?”

“Oh… we don’t sleep.”

Holy shit.

“Ever?”

“No. We are unable to.”

Wow, that sucks. I couldn’t imagine not sleeping. I became tired just thinking about it.

I placed my hands in my pocket and lifted my shoulders a bit. Turning my back to him, I checked his CD’s with one hand and the other slipped under his music shelf slipping the bug quietly underneath. My hand quickly grabbed another CD and I placed it back. I hoped he didn’t see me. He was probably staring at my extremely covered ass wondering what kind of panties I was wearing.

Turning around slowly, to my relief, he was still smiling but said nothing.

What is with the awkward silence? Is it a dead guy thing?

“So what is in your CD player?” I asked just to break this awkward tension and take his mind off anything involving kissing me.

He walked over and pressed play.

Oh my God.

Elevator music.

“I hope you don’t mind?”

“No…”

“Claire De Lune.” Sasha informed me. I suppose she was a genius.

“Claire De Lune is great.” I ventured. This seemed to make him extremely happy. Yay, I made my flaming bestie happy! Go Bella.

I hated this fucker.

Oh God, he was going to touch me again. He grabbed my hand and slipped his other one to my waist. Great.

“I don’t dance.” I tried.

“Hmmm. I could make you.”

He pulled me up onto his feet and began moving. Way to assert your dominance bitch.

“You don’t scare me.” I told him truthfully.

“I could make you scared of me.”

As if.

I could make you scared of me. Whatever. You may not realize it mind reader but your perfect existence is at an end.

At the end of the hall I noticed something I hadn’t on the way up. A giant cross nailed to the wall.

‘What is that?”

“Carlisle’s cross. Carlisle was born just before Cromwell’s rule in England. His father was an Anglican minister and took it upon himself to persecute those he considered vampires, werewolves and witches. One day Carlisle found a true vampire in the sewers of London. He led a group to kill the vampire. In the ensuing chaos Carlisle was bitten and left for dead in the streets of London. He hid in a potato cellar and managed not to scream for three days as he turned into a vampire. When he awoke, he realized what he was and tried to kill himself but was unable to do so. When he could no longer control his thirst, he attacked a deer and discovered he could live off the blood of animals. Carlisle spent the next hundred years or so perfecting his control. He is immune to the temptation of human blood now. This is how he is able to work as a doctor.”

“Does that dumbass realize he just told you how to become a vampire? Also why can he tell you Carlisle’s story but not anyone else’s? He is such a fucking moron.” Arial said, voicing my thoughts.

“So to become a vampire you have to be bitten?”

I suppose Edward didn’t realize what he gave away judging by the look on his face.

“I… yes. Most vampires lack the ability to bite someone and stop drinking. After a person is bit, they undergo three days or so of unimaginable pain.”

“So why did the vampire run?”

“I’m sorry?”

“Why did the vampire run? Carlisle and his band of vampire hunters obviously couldn’t kill him if he was as strong and fast as you. It’s not like at that time there was an internet or news cameras that would show what the vampire did. They were in the sewers of London, not even in public. Why not just kill them all?”

“Uh… I’m not sure.”

“Did none of these people with Carlisle go back and look for him? Someone must have seen him bit right? If the pain was unimaginable, he must have at least moaned. No one thought to look in a potato cellar. No one ate potatoes for days? How did he pull that off?”

This story was full of holes. I have a feeling Carlisle was good at bullshit or these people were just dumber than I thought. Probably both.

“Perhaps we can visit Carlisle’s office. He has quite the library. He can answer your questions better than I can.”

Sounds like a great idea. If there was any place to put a listening device his office must be a prime target.

I followed Edward this time with my hands crossed behind my back and head down, hoping he would take a hint and not try to grab my hand.

“Hello Carlisle.”

“Edward, Bella. What can I do for you?”

Carlisle was smiling but I knew he heard my questions.

“Bella was wanting more information on vampires. I thought you would be the best person to answer her questions.”

“Of course but unfortunately I have to go to the hospital. I am terribly sorry Bella but perhaps another time? I hoped to spend the day here but another doctor is unable to make his shift. Edward why don’t you show Bella some of the rare books I have?”

“Thank you, Carlisle.”

“It was good to see you again Carlisle.” I tried, pretending not to notice he was doing his best to get away from me. Yep, Carlisle was defintely full of shit.

Once he was gone Edward walked over to Carlisle bookshelves.

“Edward, I’m actually hungry. Could you check with Esme and see when lunch will be ready?” Breakfast but I doubt they could tell.

“Of course. Would you like another glass of water?”

“No, I will wait until lunch. Thank you for the offer though.”

Edward was gone and I hurried to the bookshelves, placing a bug underneath the third shelf up.

I thought of placing a backup underneath Carlisle’s desk but decided not to risk it. It was a good decision considering Edward was back in seconds.

“Lunch is actually ready love. Perhaps I can show you the books at a later time. Carlisle is more of an expert on the volumes than I am.”

“Sounds great.” I didn’t want to look at a bunch of dusty, very old books no one reads in this century anyway.

Walking out, I checked the wall and saw a painting.

Carlisle and three other vampires. I could tell they were vampires because they looked like freaks.

“Is that Carlisle? Who are those guys with him?”

“Those are… they are three vampires Carlisle stayed with for a few years, long ago. They live in Italy. They are… it doesn’t matter. Carlisle left them due to their constant requests for him to feed from what they consider our natural food source. Come, you need to eat.”

Thank God Eddie can tell me when to eat. I may forget.

I learned a couple things at breakfast lunch. Never eat with vampires if you don’t want to be stared at by said vampires and never eat food prepared by someone who could not taste it.

Emmett, Alice, Edward and Esme stared as I ate and tried to hold the scowl from my face. At least I didn’t have to worry about weight gain considering I wouldn’t be eating for the remainder of this mission for fear of vomiting.

Once I stuffed it all down, I offered to clean my own dishes knowing that Esme wouldn’t let me. The gamble paid off and the plate was off the table before I could stand.

She has been trained well. If I called her Mommy, she would lick dirt off my feet. Of course her dead tongue would be cold.

“Bella, I have composed a melody for you. Would you like to hear it?”

Oh God no.

“Say yes.” Arial instructed. She must have started her period. She was acting like a bitch today. Cramps were not her thing.

“Yes of course.”

I followed him to the grand piano and sat on a couch near the very large instrument.

It must have been five minutes before I hear Arial’s voice telling me to wake up because she could hear the snore I let out. I jerked up just as Edward finished and gave him a smile.

“Are you okay?”

“Yeah, I just had to clear my throat. That was beautiful.” I lied. Still, like his voice I could market it as a cure for insomnia.

“I am glad you like it. I have made a CD for you so you may listen to it anytime you like.”

Yayyyy.

Next, we walked to the living area where Emmett was playing video games, Alice sat next to him and Jasper and Rose stood in the corner, far away from me.

I sat and watched Edward and Emmett play for the next hour.

This is what they do with eternity? Play video games and go to high school? Carlisle may be full of shit but at least he does something useful. I was never so glad I was not immortal. The idea of dying beat the idea of going to high school forever any day hands down.

I couldn’t hold in a yawn and Edward suggested taking me home. It was the best idea I had heard in a while. He let me out in the drive and explained he would be taking a hunting trip and would be back in the morning to take me to school. Sounded like a plan I suppose. I reminded him to move slowly as he walked around to open my door since Charlie was home and he asked if I would like to introduce him to Charlie.

“No, he is probably tired. I’m thinking next Saturday?”

“Of course.”

When Edward stepped out to walk around, I bent over and placed a bug under the passenger seat.

The door opened and he tried to kiss me. I softly patted him on the cheek before he got too close.

“You should probably get started on that hunting trip so you can hurry back by morning, right?”

“Of course Bella. I love you.”

“I… love you.” Yep, I was going to spew that pasta. I couldn’t say what kind it was because of the horrible taste but I had a feeling it would taste worse coming up than it did going down.

Edward was gone and I walked in and said hi to Charlie who asked me where I had been.

“Bird watching Dad.”

“Bird watching?”

“Yep.”

“Sounds boring.”

“Believe me it was. You hungry? I have a casserole I could heat up.”

“That would be great Bella.”

Asshole. How about no I had a relaxing day of fishing while you were out, let me handle turning on the oven. Still I suppose I could touch the oven. I needed a bottle of water to wash my mouth out regardless. I briefly debated playing Edward’s CD to help me take a nap but decided to spend the time with Charlie instead. My appetite was gone but he seemed to like whatever this crap was Jack baked up.

“This food is delicious Bells. How do you do it?”

“I wish I knew Dad. It just kind of happens.”

“You have a real talent for this.”

“Thank you.”

He could be sweet when he tried. We sat in the living room watching the news when he received a call.

Judging by his face it wasn’t good.

“I’ll be right there.”

“What’s up Dad?” he looked very pale and I was actually worried for him.

“A friend of mine named Waylon was killed. He had gone fishing about twenty miles from here. It looks like an animal attack.”

“Oh my God.” Animal attack my ass. I remembered what Eddie said about visitors. They must be very close.

“Like I said Bella, you aren’t in Arizona anymore.”

Charlie walked over to his desk and brought out my can of pepper spray that would be absolutely no use.

“I’m not sure that’s a good idea Dad. How about…”

Before I could suggest a gun, Charlie interrupted me.

“Please Bella. Just to make your old man feel better.”

Fuck it. I already had a gun and I knew it wouldn’t work against the animals that were attacking.

I took it and he smiled but it didn’t last long. I guess this guy was close to Charlie. Maybe they went to some sort of fish fetish anonymous group together.

“I have to leave and I will probably be late. I’m meeting some guy named Connolly from the Fish and Games Department. Apparently, I will be helping his investigation. I hope he isn’t an ass… never mind, I will see you later. Night baby.”

Charlie left after I told him to be careful. As soon as the door was closed…

“Connolly?”

“Yeah, my guy. He is going to stick close to your Dad and make sure no vampires can get him alone. I’m guessing these are the visitors Ed was talking about. I’ve been tracking them all over the State.”

“How is he going to protect my Dad if we don’t even know how to hurt these things?”

“He will improvise, it’s what he is best at. If anyone can figure out how to kill something it’s him, so relax. How many listening devices did you place? I’m picking up sound from three.”

“I got four planted, one in Ed’s room, one in Carlisle’s office, one under the sofa cushion of the living room and one in Ed’s car. Can you really pick up the one under the sofa cushion?”

“These you can. Good job Phoenix.”

“Thanks. Edward will be out hunting tonight so hopefully I can puke up the pasta and relax.”

“Yeah he hasn’t left yet. He is apparently in his room.” Jack told me.

“How do you know?”

“You don’t want to know how I know. Let’s just say it probably won’t be long before he leaves.”

“He’s beatin his meat Bella. Probably got your scent all over that place.” Ty informed me.

I hated Ty. And I wanted to vomit again.

“Fine, I’m going to take a shower and chill. Please tell Arial to text me.”

“Sure thing kid.”

My shower was fine, my stomach was still rumbling but thankfully the pasta was able to evacuate my system from the correct end. Kicked back on my bed I waited for Arial to text. She was probably hanging out in the hot tub. The two of us needed to get to La Push soon. I needed some R&R.

My window slid open.

“Hi Ed… what are you doing here” I asked. This wasn’t good.

“What’s the problem Bella?” Sasha asked.

“Jasper?”

“Yep.”

He was different. He wasn’t so stiff. He actually looked relaxed and even smiled. He moved quickly over to my rocking chair and had a seat.

“What are you doing here?” I asked again.

“Not an ounce of fear.” he said, almost to himself.

“Do you want to frighten me? Is that why you are here?”

“No I actually just wanted to say hi and introduce myself.”

“I met you today remember?”

“You really didn’t. Eddie didn’t want you around me because he was afraid I might eat you. He thinks I’m dangerous.”

“Are you?”

“You bet your ass I am kid.” he told me but not in an intimidating fashion. He was very amused at something. I also noticed now that he didn’t appear to be in pain, he had a bit of a southern accent when he spoke.

“I would have told you I planned to visit but my wife may have seen. She isn’t good with split second decisions. I hope you don’t mind.”

“Of course not. Any reason why you didn’t want your wife to know you were here? Won’t Edward see this in your head?”

“It would surprise you how easy it is to get around Edward’s mind reading ability. You simply have to think of other things that he does his best to ignore and then your subconscious thoughts are hidden. I have suspected in the past that he can turn it on and off when he wants, he just prefers not to. He is a bit nosey. Besides your blood, the draw to someone he can’t read is a temptation he can’t pass up. There is something I need to warn you about though.”

“What would that be?” I didn’t like where this was going.

“When a vampire falls in love, it’s forever. A vampire becomes fixated on someone and that is it for them. Eddie has fallen for you. He will probably never turn you because he is too much of a control freak to let you be an equal to him but he won’t let you go.”

Oh shit.

“It doesn’t matter. l… l… love him.”

“You can’t even say it without stuttering. I have had a fake blank look forever kid. We recognize our own. Now can I ask you a few questions? If you don’t mind?”

“Of course. I’m an open book.”

“Thank you. Of course I could just make you feel like bein real honest but I don’t want to cheat.”

“Cheat?”

“Bella watching you is the most fun I have had in decades. So first question, have you always been a lesbian or did Edward turn you into one? Because if he did that would be the greatest thing I have ever heard.”

Oh fuck.

“Oh fuck.” Jack concurred. Looks like one of the Cullens isn’t a dumbass.

“What do you mean?”

“I’m kidding. You haven’t known Edward long enough to turn you gay, so I’m guessing you have always known.”

“Why do you think I’m gay?” I tried.

“Because when you look at Edward you feel disgust, and when you look at Emmett and I you feel nothing, no interest at all despite the enhanced attractiveness being a vampire comes with. Now when you look at Alice you felt a bit of humor and attraction. With Rosalie, I’m pretty sure you would throw her against a wall and rip her clothes off if you could. You not only emit lust but your scent takes on a certain flavor if you know what I mean. Edward is stupid enough to think it is because you are aroused by him. Also Angela Weber wants you so badly it nearly hurts her. I’m not sure what you did to her on that trip to La Push but it defintely caught her attention. So I can’t figure out why a lesbian is interested in Edward. But I don’t want you to tell me.”

“Why not?” I asked, feeling completely vulnerable at this moment and not liking it a damn bit.

“See, I come at you with accusations and you get pissed off. Any normal girl would be shaking in her panties right now.”

“Who says I’m wearing any?”

If the games up I suppose there is no reason to hide.

“There is the real Bella Swan. Nice to meet you.”

“Fuck you robot boy. Why don’t you want to know?”

“Because it is so much fun watching you play that fool. Having him make Emmett bring your food at lunch was classic. At first, I thought maybe you were just a gold digger and decided to go after the only single guy in the family. Then as Eddie slipped more and more you seemed to take it with such acceptance, I realized it was more. I thought of bringing up my suspicions to the family but I received a call from a friend of mine. He told me it was too late and to get on your good side. He tends to get nonspecific feelings. I don’t know what too late means and I don’t know what a 17 year old girl like yourself could possibly be up too but I will figure it out. Until then don’t worry, your secret is safe with me.”

“So this is a game to you?”

“Isn’t it a game to you?”

“I assure you this is no game.”

“Don’t say a word Bella, we are almost there.” Jack whispered.

“Stay back.” I told Jack.

“Stay back? Bella I won’t come any closer. You really have no reason to be afraid of me.” Jasper told me.

“Not according to Edward.” I tried.

“Edward knows what I want him to know. I did have another friend of mine look into you though. Charlie Swan really is your father, so I guess it’s a coincidence that you just happened to move here near a coven of vampires. But what I can’t understand is what else he found out. You Bella Swan were All District in volleyball your sophomore year of high school and then suddenly were homeschooled after your mother moved to Florida for half the year and wind up here. Why didn’t you come at the start of school? Why are you acting like you can’t play a sport or walk for that matter without stumbling over air? You are a black belt in two types of martial arts, aikido and Jeet Kune Do, an art that takes incredible balance and speed. You are a member of a gun club in Phoenix and won several junior combat shooting competitions between seventh grade and your sophomore year. The only girl who ever beat you was a girl named Arial Webb right?”

“I knew her.” I said cautiously.

“Anyway I just want to say hi and I hope we can be friends. Maybe one day you will tell me what you are and I will tell you what I really am. I’m sure Eddie would never share my past with you. Too bloody for a sweet girl of your fragile nature, right?”

“Yep. I’m fragile.” I tried.

“Bullshit. Look my wife is determined to be your best friend. She likes to shop so she will be dragging you along. You two may wind up in a dressing room together. Please don’t attempt to have sex with her.”

“I make no promises.” I told him. He wants to play, we can play.

“That’s all I can ask. Of course she isn’t as good at hiding her thoughts as I am. It would be a shame for all the hard work you have put into becoming exactly the kind of girl Eddie can’t resist to go to waste. Take care Bella. I plan to have fun watching you. Let’s keep this visit to ourselves. Edward won’t be here tonight but if you could spray some air freshener to hide my scent, I would appreciate it.”

Then Jasper Hale was out my window and gone. I ran to the window and checked but he was nowhere to be found. It didn’t mean he wasn’t out there; he was just nowhere to be found.

“Stay back Jack. No telling where he might be.” I whispered.

“That’s it. Pack your shit. You know what, forget it. Don’t pack. I’m driving by and you are getting in the damn car and I am getting you out of here. You hate those clothes anyway.”

“No you aren’t Jack. He knows something is going on and isn’t going to tell. His friend told him it was too late and he wants to be my friend. We could turn him. This could be a huge break for us if he is serious.”

“If he isn’t?”

“He could have killed me tonight.” I pointed out. “Let’s just roll with it and see where it takes us.”

“Bella your cover is blown.”

“No it isn’t.”

“You are in danger. Arial is freaking out. Sasha is scared, hell even Hawk is concerned and you know he hates you.”

“This is important Jack. We are riding this out. Don’t get cautious now. We knew this was dangerous. It’s too late. We are seeing this through.”

My gun may not work against these fuckers but Jasper Hale may have become my greatest weapon.