𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 | Twilight

04

{ᴋɪᴍʙᴇʀʟʏ ᴘᴏᴠ}

"Mom!" I groaned. "You can't just lock me up because there are people dying. The fact that that's happening still doesn't justify you isolating me." She folded her arms sternly and glared at me.

"That is exactly the reason. Despite possessing immortality, we remain oblivious to the dangers lurking in the midst. You and I are well aware that there exist threats capable of killing us permanently."

In a low and restrained voice, she shouted with an authoritative tone. "From now on, you're to be home from 9:45." I attempted to voice my disagreement, but she quickly shut me down. "No buts, ands, or ifs. End of discussion."

Feeling compelled to respond, I attempted to interject, yet her intense gaze and the glowing green color of her eyes made me retreat. Meanwhile, she maintained her stance by persistently tapping her arms that were tightly crossed.

"Fine," I nonchalantly shrugged, eliciting a heartwarming smile from her. "I love you," I murmured as I wrapped my arms around her, providing a comforting embrace. In return, she tenderly responded, "I love you too, petal," leaning in to plant a gentle kiss on the top of my head.

Just as we were immersed in our affectionate moment, the door opened, revealing Charlie and Bella. Seeking to console Charlie, my mother wore a sorrowful smile and pulled him into a warm, and tight hug.

Concerned for his mental well-being, I inquired, "Are you alright, Charlie?" He nodded in acknowledgment, then proceeded to retrieve both bear spray and pepper spray, readying us for potential dangers.

I held back my laugh and took the bear spray. "Please for my sake, I can't stand the thought of losing you. The thought of bringing you two here just to have you hurt is killing me." Charlie pleaded. I nodded and glanced at him. "Now. Let's have some dinner." Mom suggested in order to change the subject.

As we gathered around the dining table, she quickly placed dishes of chicken and shrimp fettuccine, enticing our senses with their savory aromas. I indulged in my meal, silently savoring every flavorful bite, while intermittently stealing glances at the enchanting moonlight outside.

Bella was the first to finish eating her meal, standing up and giving Charlie a gentle peck on his cheek before ascending the stairs. Taking on the role of courtesy, I patiently lingered until both my caring stepfather to be and beloved mother had finished their dinner, taking their empty plates to wash them.

They ascended the stairs, while I waved my hand and effortlessly tidied up the entire kitchen with a single incantation. I proceeded onward and ventured into Bella's room, wherein she was engrossed in examining peculiar and unsettling objects.

Perceived as eerie, I couldn't help but make a jest, "Vampires? What are you 5?" Suddenly, her focus was disrupted when she glared at me. "Do you ever knock?" I shook my head and motioned for her to continue her investigation, as I found the situation captivating.

Nonchalantly, I positioned myself next to her, staring at the screen. She sighed and continued searching, clicking on every variant there was. No matter how much they exaggerated the pictures their information was true. "I'm going to bed."

She slammed her laptop shut so I figured she was overwhelmed. I nodded my head and left closing the door behind me. After settling into my room and resting on my bed, my train of thought was disrupted by a gentle tapping on my window.

Intrigued, I rose from my seat and eagerly unlocked the window, revealing none other than Jasper. Casually, I inquired if he was feeling any better, maintaining a teasing tone as I graciously allowed him in through the window.