Destined Paths | Alice cullen

Chapter Thirty-five: "The Announcement and The Vision

Alice, Eliana, and Jasper found themselves sitting with Bella's friend group at school. The lunchroom was filled with the usual chatter, but Alice had an announcement to make that would certainly grab everyone's attention.

"Graduation party at our house," Alice declared, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"At your house?" Mike Newton, one of Bella's friends, echoed, his eyebrows shooting up in surprise. "We haven't seen your house."

"Nobody has seen their house," Jessica chimed in, her tone a mix of curiosity and excitement.

Edward, however, wasn't as thrilled. "Really, Alice? Another party?" he groaned, earning a sharp glare from Eliana.

"What? It'll be fun," Alice defended, her tone light and playful. But Bella wasn't convinced.

"That's what you said last time," Bella retorted, her tone teasing. Eliana sent Bella a warning look, subtly reminding her to play nice.

Just as the conversation was heating up, Alice's attention was suddenly elsewhere. Her eyes glazed over, her body stiffening as she fell into a vision. She saw Victoria, a dangerous vampire they had been trying to avoid.

Edward, who had been quietly observing the exchange, suddenly tensed. He had read Alice's mind and seen her vision. His golden eyes met Alice's, a silent understanding passing between them. They knew they had to prepare - danger was coming.

As night fell, the Cullens found themselves deep in the forest, their senses heightened as they prepared for the confrontation ahead. The moon cast long shadows over the trees, the silence of the night punctuated only by the rustling of leaves beneath their feet.

"Are you sure this is where you saw her?" Carlisle asked, his voice low and steady.

"Yes, I'm sure. She's close," Alice confirmed, her golden eyes scanning the darkness.

Suddenly, Alice's gaze sharpened. "On your left," she warned, and as one, they all spun in that direction. The scent of Victoria was suddenly strong in the air, her presence unmistakable.

Without a second thought, they began to chase after Victoria, their vampire speed turning them into blurs in the night. But they came to an abrupt halt when Victoria jumped into the Quileute tribe's territory.

"Stop! She's in their territory," Carlisle ordered, his voice echoing through the stillness.

However, Victoria was cunning. She jumped back into the vampires' territory, and the chase was on again. The Cullens were relentless, their determination fueling their pursuit. But once again, Victoria jumped back into the Quileute tribe's territory.

This time, Emmett acted on impulse. He was about to cross the boundary after Victoria, his face reflecting his determination. "Emmett!" Rosalie shouted, her voice filled with fear for her mate.

But before Emmett could cross into the Quileute territory, a figure emerged from the shadows. It was one of the Quileute tribe members, his form shifting into that of a giant wolf, his eyes locked onto Victoria. The Cullens could only watch as the chase continued, now out of their hands.