Ok what just happened is ridiculous. James and his crew have NO REASON TO GO AFTER THE cullens. Literally the only reason they did in canon is because of human Bella, james wanted her, and Victoria wanted revenge after they killed james. ONLY reason.

And they ALL would smell the wolves coming from a mile away.

It's one thing to leave on your own.. But Jasper actively helping her knowing it will hurt Edward is callous in of itself.

I am glad for Bella's talk with Jasper and his suggestions!

Oh dear! My guess was right. Bella has to get proof of the mating thing. How will Edward stand it? And Bella?

Now Bella is aware of that. My guess is, she is going to flip. She will try to hide to sort out her feelings and will hurt Edward in the process. Oh, why have those two to be so complicated!

Yes!

Edward reveals himself to Bella and tells her his feelings. How will she react? I guess she is surprised and overwhelmed. I hope she will not reject him!

Thank you!

Thank you so much for Jasper and his intervention!

Thank you souch for this glimpse into Edward's thoughts, feelings and struggles! I loved it!

Such a great date and then Bella has to meet her singer! Uaaaah! I am glad that Edward helped her and that she let him. Now there are her co fusing feelings towards Edward and her guilt and shame she has to deal with.

Poor Edward! He thinks Bella is finally on the same page with him but she isn't. He has to excuse himself. And Bella? She can't understand her feelings and is confused. But Edward is persistent. He won't give up!

Great chapter, thank you! They are beginning to trust each other.

They start to talk, there are misunderstandings and they experience the effect their touch has to each other. Bella is confused. But she starts to let go some of her prejudices.

Bella gets to experience that she likes Edward's company. That is a start! Finally a little bit of hope for him!