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Chapter 03 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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They went to Bella\u2019s place to pick up an overnight bag and then headed to the McCall house. Bella hadn\u2019t been there yet, mostly because she had tried to avoid this kind of thing and now she was being forced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As they entered the McCall house, Bella took in her surroundings. The atmosphere was welcoming, and she couldn’t help but feel slightly more at ease. That was until she entered the livingroom and found Lydia, Liam and Stiles sitting on the couch, laughing. \u201cHi! Welcome to the movies!\u201d Stiles exclaimed. \u201cWe have popcorn!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No, this wasn\u2019t a good idea. Not only because of Bella\u2019s current issue, but tonight was day two of the full moon cycle. Three wolves and four humans in one house sounded too dangerous. And Bella just wanted to catch up on what she\u2019d missed at school, if she were completely honest. \u201cHomework?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cGirl, you just went through hell and back,\u201d Lydia got up and pulled Bella down to the couch with her. \u201cYou deserve to relax. At least for today. Us humans need to look after each other.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella hesitated, glancing between the inviting scene of camaraderie and her concerns. Seeing as Lydia had already pulled her down to the couch, Bella found it hard to relax, she felt as if she had no way to go and she could feel her heart beat faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stiles, ever the enthusiastic host, handed her a bowl of popcorn. “It\u2019s tradition to chill and repack after something happens. No exceptions, especially not for someone who’s been through what you have.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lydia chimed in, her tone reassuring as she caressed Bella\u2019s hair. “Trust us, it might be just what you need.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac, sensing Bella\u2019s imminent panic attack, helped Bella back up from the couch and helped her sit down in the comfortable armchair. \u201cBaby steps, guys, Bella is an independent woman, she needs to warm up to affection,\u201d he grinned as he squatted down in front of Bella and faced her. \u201cOr, at least, that\u2019s what she likes to think that she is.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella wasn\u2019t going to respond to that in the way that he was likely calling her out. \u201cYou\u2019re a meanie,\u201d she said before gripping the arm rest with her hands as she felt a stabbing pain in her side. \u201cOh, that\u2019s not fair,\u201d she groaned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHey, I\u2019m sorry,\u201d Isaac apologised and quickly covered her hand with his to absorb some of her pain. \u201cI didn\u2019t know\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWell, we now know that even humor triggers it,\u201d Bella let out a deep breath as she could feel Isaac\u2019s touch work. \u201cI told you it would have been better if I went to my own place with no contact with anyone\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNo. Stay. You can stay in my room until you feel up for socialisation, okay?\u201d He scooped her up and carried Bella upstairs, ensuring she was comfortable in his room. He laid her down on the bed, adjusting the pillows to provide support. “Just rest here for a bit. I’ll be right outside if you need anything.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYou don\u2019t have to be right outside,\u201d Bella let out a small chuckle. \u201cYou can have fun and whatever you usually do.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI\u2019ll be sitting in the hallway.\u201d Isaac leaned against the doorway, his eyes fixed on Bella. “I want to make sure you’re okay. Plus, if anything happens, I’m right here.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella sighed, feeling a mixture of gratitude and frustration. “Isaac, you don’t have to babysit me. I can handle myself.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I know you can,” he reassured her, a hint of determination in his eyes. “But that doesn’t mean you have to do it alone. We’re in this together now, remember?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She nodded, acknowledging the truth in his words. “Yeah, I remember,” she wrapped his blankets around her. Now that she was comfortable and lying down, her bones felt cold and the blankets were nice and warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cGet some rest. I think we\u2019re ordering Mexican food tonight.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI love Mexican food,\u201d Bella replied. \u201cIs there a chair outside the door?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNo, I\u2019ll be on the floor.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSounds uncomfortable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac shrugged. \u201cAnything for you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDon\u2019t you want to take advantage of me being basically forced to not hide things from you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac let out a breath as he pushed himself off of the doorframe and sat down on the edge of the bed, placing a hand on her leg. \u201cThat wouldn\u2019t make me a good and trustworthy person, would it?\u201d He asked her and shook his head. \u201cI would become someone you would run away from. Now, I am not saying I\u2019m a saint or anything, but for you, I really want to do things right. And that\u2019s hearing your story when you\u2019re ready, and not forced to do so.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI don\u2019t mind\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBella,\u201d he laughed. \u201cDoes your mind ever turn off?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s the only thing that\u2019s really mine,\u201d Bella sighed as she squirmed a little and tugged the blankets closer. \u201cHe<\/em> couldn\u2019t read my mind.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWait, those vampires have powers?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella nodded and shivered a little. \u201cSome of them, yeah. This coven in particular was very gifted. One has visions, they have the mind reader, and someone else can influence emotions\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac shifted on the bed and settled down beside her. “Mind if I warm you up a bit?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella raised an eyebrow. “Warm me up?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Yeah, you’re cold. I’ve got a surplus of body heat. I’m just going to… snuggle in a bit for your comfort. Don’t worry, I’ll be outside once you’re asleep,” he explained cautiously. “I promise, I’ll be respectful.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI trust you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac chuckled. “Still not sure why, but I appreciate it.” He gently snuggled against her, keeping a respectful distance, with only his chest touching her back. “I come with a ‘damaged goods’ label, you know.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYou need to stop saying that,\u201d Bella froze for a second, holding her breath as Isaac scooted closer – respectfully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Pot calling the kettle black,” Isaac teased, his tone light. \u201cI promise you, one way or the other, we\u2019ll make sure your problems will go away.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella sighed as she closed her eyes, feeling Isaac\u2019s warmth around her. \u201cIt\u2019s a bit difficult to see the positive side of things when there\u2019s two choices, and two choices only. Even after we fix the pain. Turn, or die.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI used to be like you,\u201d Isaac mused, fascinated by how well Bella fit against his body as a little spoon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAnd then what happened?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cScott happened.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella’s curiosity piqued. “Scott? How did he change things for you?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Isaac tightened his grip slightly, offering a small, genuine smile. “Despite you know, our shared ex-girlfriend, Scott has never done anything to destroy my trust in him. He truly cares about people, even if they don\u2019t deserve it or believe they don\u2019t deserve it,” he shrugged slightly. \u201cHe showed me that not everything is black and white, there are always choices.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI don\u2019t think\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEven when you only have two choices,\u201d he interrupted her. \u201cThere must be a loophole somewhere.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella yawned as she was feeling sleepy. \u201cHope is a powerful emotion.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExactly. It\u2019s not perfect science but\u2026 95% of the time it works,\u201d he said softly. \u201cDon\u2019t worry, Bella, we have enough hope to share with you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall woke Bella a few hours later with a gentle nudge. \u201cLydia and Stiles have gone home and the boys are out with Liam to make sure that nothing crazy happens. Would you like to freshen up? You\u2019ve got blood all over your clothes. I can wash them, you did bring a spare change of clothes, right?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella nearly jumped out of the bed. \u201cOh my God, Mrs. McCall, I\u2019m so sorry\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cRelax,\u201d Mrs. McCall replied with a smile and put a gentle hand on her shoulder. \u201cYou\u2019re safe here. The shower is just the next door down the hall. I\u2019m afraid they ate all the Mexican food so if you\u2019re hungry, we can order some?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s dark out?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYeah, the sun\u2019s gone down, why?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe shouldn\u2019t order anything, it\u2019s not safe.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOkay, I will look in the fridge and whip us something up, okay?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJust like that?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYes, no problem. Isaac just said you loved Mexican food and he felt guilty that they ate everything,\u201d Mrs. McCall laughed and walked towards the door. \u201cAgain, shower is next door and I\u2019ll be happy to wash your blooded clothes and try to see if they\u2019re salvageable, okay? I\u2019ll see you downstairs soon?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cUh, yes, thank you.\u201d As Mrs. McCall disappeared to go downstairs, Bella took inventory of herself. She felt normal again, no pain, no bleeding, no cold. Maybe Dr. Deaton had managed to destroy the pendant already. Feeling a mix of relief and gratitude, she headed to the adjacent bathroom to freshen up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The warm water of the shower helped wash away the remnants of discomfort, both physical and emotional. Bella couldn’t help but ponder the strange turn her life had taken. As she changed into a set of clean clothes, she inspected the gash on her arm, only to find it healed without a trace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She checked her phone and saw several messages from Isaac, how he was sorry they ate all the Mexican but that he hoped that she had rested up. He was going to come by soon, but they were helping Dr. Deaton to do research on the pendant and try to get more information on the rules of the Volturi so they didn\u2019t have to ask Bella and potentially hurt her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sighing, Bella debated what she was going to do. She scrolled through her phone and briefly, her finger lingered on Alice Cullen\u2019s name. Bella just knew that she was still keeping an eye on her and likely working on the turn or die part from their side. Bella and Alice had been friends. But she wasn\u2019t sure if she could trust Alice seeing as she was in the same house as Edward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As she walked down the stairs, she texted Isaac back, asking him how the moon was treating him. She was actually very impressed by the werewolves of Beacon Hills; it took a lot of focus and energy to make sure that they wouldn\u2019t turn and go crazy to attack people during the full moon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She couldn\u2019t believe she had a brief relapse and was thinking about contacting Alice because she was in trouble. The whole point of leaving Forks was to be clear of the Cullens to begin with. They couldn\u2019t be trusted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella couldn\u2019t trust herself at the moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDo you need help with anything, Mrs. McCall?\u201d Bella asked as she walked into the kitchen and noticed the pile of dishes from Mexican food earlier. \u201cDo you need me to do the dishes?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOh, no, don\u2019t worry about it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI want to do something, please,\u201d Bella let out a chuckle. \u201cYou\u2019ve worked all day and you\u2019re already gracious enough to make me some food because I\u2019m a chicken.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Mrs. McCall relented and showed Bella where everything was, the two engaged in light conversation while Bella tackled the pile of dishes. The warm atmosphere in the kitchen, coupled with the comforting clatter of plates and utensils, made Bella feel surprisingly at ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After she was done, Mrs. McCall gave her a plate and a glass of juice to drink and while Bella was tucking into the food, which was delicious, she received a text from her father. \u201cOh, I can\u2019t\u2026 He\u2019s asking how I am.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOh, that\u2019s easy, you\u2019re fine,\u201d Mrs. McCall said dismissively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHe\u2019s going to want details, I\u2019m not exactly in the position right now to lie about my life and you know, what\u2019s going on,\u201d Bella pushed her phone towards Mrs. McCall. \u201cPlease?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall sighed as she took her phone. \u201cHi dad,\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCharlie.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cReally?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella shrugged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDad,\u201d Mrs. McCall continued. \u201cI am doing great, I\u2019m sorry I haven\u2019t called in a while but school is quite demanding and I have a lot to catch up on. I hope you\u2019re alright, I\u2019m currently at a friend\u2019s house having some nice food and we\u2019re going to watch a movie.\u201d Mrs. McCall took a picture of Bella and sent it along with the message. \u201cSee? Easy. No lies.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWait for it\u2026\u201d Bella chuckled, shaking her head, knowing her father too well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall blinked when several messages came in at once. \u201cDo you need more mace? Want me to reach out to the local Sheriff to provide you with mace? Are you safe? Do you feel safe right now? How are your grades? I\u2019m thinking of coming over for spring break as you likely don\u2019t want to be here. — Wow, Bella\u2026 he\u2019s \u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHe\u2019s the Chief of Police in a small town,\u201d Bella laughed. \u201cI\u2019m surprised he hasn\u2019t spoken to me yet about asking the Sheriff here to keep my self-defence classes up.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe have gyms for that.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOnly the best for his little girl.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall typed back. \u201cDad, I\u2019m fine, stop worrying about me. Life is boring, just how I like it right now. — Okay, that should shut him up.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella just smiled and when Charlie texted again, Mrs. McCall just left the phone on the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI guess not.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHe\u2019s not overbearing, but sometimes he gets these spurs of curiosity. That usually happens after he comes home from the rez or when he\u2019s fishing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cRez? As in reservation?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella nodded. \u201cHome to shifter-wolves as big as ponies, who aren\u2019t slaves to the full moon and made for one purpose only; to protect humans from vampires.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe same vampires that got you\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOh yeah, and they listen to delusional teenage girls to back off because she\u2019s so in love with one of the vampires,\u201d Bella let out a snort. \u201cI\u2019m not bitter,\u201d she let out before feeling a sharp pain in her side and winched. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYeah you are.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella nodded as she bit her lip, forcing herself not to cry out in pain. \u201cI guess the pendant still works\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI guess so, are you okay?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNo, but I will be,\u201d Bella gave her a little smile and focused on the food. \u201cI have to be.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYou don\u2019t have to be strong, you know,\u201d Mrs. McCall said as she took a sip of her drink. \u201cI mean, if I were you, I\u2019d be absolutely terrified and angry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOh, I am,\u201d Bella replied, putting her fork down. \u201cI\u2019ve done the freaking out and I know that someone who\u2019s got more experience than any of us is working on trying to fix it. And yes, I am angry, but there\u2019s no changing things. I\u2019m breakable and both choices result in getting broken, one way or another.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOhhh, you\u2019re complacent!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAnd scared, for mostly others.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBella, you\u2019re not in this alone, I don\u2019t know how many times you have to hear it but I don\u2019t think we all mind reminding you every single time,\u201d Mrs. McCall\u2019s tone had turned serious. \u201cAnd it\u2019s a difficult situation you\u2019re in but it\u2019s nothing that Scott and his friends haven\u2019t faced before. You\u2019re really in the best place to get help, with both of your issues, alright?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThey\u2019ll get hurt, that\u2019s the whole reason I wanted to\u2026 not make friends.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAnd you also need to stop saying that. Making friends is something you can\u2019t stop, it\u2019s a natural thing. Am I worried about my boys? Yes. But I also know that they can take care of themselves and that they will always find a way.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella sighed as she shifted a little in her chair. \u201cDo you know what happens when I allow myself to fall apart? I\u2019ve been on the verge of it a few times now and it\u2019s even more frightening than whatever is going on now because I won\u2019t be able to try and fight back. I just sit there and stare at the wall all day long and it\u2019s relatively difficult to pull myself out of that.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPreviously, when that happened, did you have any friends you could talk to?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNo.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat about hobbies?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNot really.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExtracurricular school activities to keep you busy? Sports?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNo and I\u2019m really uncoordinated so sports have always been a bad experience.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall had listened intently and processed Bella\u2019s words, her brow furrowing with concern. “Bella, isolating yourself might have worked for a while, but it’s not a sustainable solution, especially in situations like these. It’s okay to lean on others, to share your burden. You don’t have to face everything alone. And maybe, just maybe, opening up to someone could help you find a way to navigate through these challenges.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella shifted uncomfortably in her chair, her gaze fixed on her half-eaten dinner. “I don’t know how to open up. I’ve always been the one to deal with things by myself. It was hard enough to tell Dr. Deaton a little about what\u2019s coming but\u2026 I only did that because I didn\u2019t want anyone to get hurt.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall reached across the table, placing a comforting hand on Bella’s. “It’s never too late to learn, Bella. And trust me, it might feel daunting at first, but having people around you who care and understand can make a world of difference. You don’t have to be alone in this.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I’ll think about it,” she murmured, her thoughts clouded with uncertainty, but she also knew that she didn\u2019t have a choice. For some reason, the people in Beacon Hills were more tenacious and trying their hardest to be her friend and helping out than her friends in Forks ever were.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAnd you\u2019re going to find yourself a hobby.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat\u2019s the point of finding myself a hobby when I can potentially die?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThat\u2019s not the point of a hobby. We\u2019re going to find you one, you\u2019ll see,\u201d Mrs. McCall replied, still very surprised by how small Bella\u2019s world seemed to be, and yet so vast. As they continued their conversation, Melissa couldn’t help but notice the layers of struggle that seemed to shroud Bella. The challenge ahead was not just about supernatural threats; it was about unravelling the emotional barricades Bella had built over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Let’s take it one step at a time,” Mrs. McCall suggested gently. “Finding a hobby isn’t about avoiding potential danger. It’s about finding joy, passion, and a way to express yourself. It might be a small step, but it could make a big difference in how you perceive things.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella sighed, thinking about it. “I used to draw a bit, but it’s been a while.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Drawing is a wonderful hobby! It allows you to create, express, and maybe even discover something new about yourself. We can get you some art supplies, and you can give it a try again. What do you think?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella hesitated, her guarded expression softening slightly. “Yeah, maybe that’s worth a shot.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. McCall smiled encouragingly. “Great! We’ll start there, and who knows, it might be a way for you to open up to new experiences and people. What else do you like?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cUhh\u2026 cooking.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFantastic, it\u2019s settled; you\u2019re cooking tomorrow and you better make a lot, the boys are ravenous!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella wasn\u2019t sure what just happened, exactly, but she was feeling a lot better. Mrs. McCall reminded her a little of her own mother, but definitely a more stable version of it. Rene\u00e9 always had Bella\u2019s best interests at heart but she was too free-spirited and too free, often making decisions without thinking about the consequences. Rene\u00e9 just rolled with the tides, and that was something Bella had never really been able to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bella smiled then. \u201cMrs. McCall, I think you and my mother would get along just great.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhen\u2019s the last time you spoke to her? Does she even know you moved away from Forks?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cShe doesn\u2019t and it\u2019s been a while\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThen you need to call her tomorrow, okay? Let her know that you\u2019re here and having fun. That you\u2019re safe.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBut she might show up unannounced.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSweetheart, just call your mother. If she does show up unannounced, it\u2019ll be alright.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sure it would\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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