𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝑱𝒂𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒂𝒍𝒆

Chapter 9: Secrets by the Waterfall

Rosalie led Theo through the dense forest, the sound of rushing water growing louder with each step they took. Finally, they emerged into a small clearing, where a magnificent waterfall cascaded down into a crystal-clear pool below.

Theo's eyes widened in wonder as he took in the breathtaking sight. He had never seen anything so beautiful in his life, and for a moment, the weight of his troubles lifted from his shoulders.

Rosalie led him to the edge of the pool and motioned for him to sit down beside her. As they settled onto the mossy rocks, she turned to him with a serious expression on her face.

Theo, there's something I need to tell you," Rosalie began, her voice low and urgent. "My family... we're not like other people. We have a secret—a big one—and it's important that you understand."

Theo listened intently as Rosalie explained about her family's true nature—that they were vampires, immortal beings who lived on blood and possessed supernatural abilities. She spoke of the Volturi, the ancient vampire coven who enforced the laws of their kind, and the consequences of breaking those laws.

There are rules, Theo," Rosalie continued, her eyes boring into his. "Rules that we must abide by to keep ourselves safe. And one of those rules is that we can't reveal our secret to humans."

Theo nodded, understanding the gravity of what Rosalie was telling him. He had suspected that there was more to her family than met the eye, but he had never imagined anything like this.

"And there's one more thing," Rosalie said, her voice softening. "You can't let my family know that I told you. They would never forgive me for breaking our rules, and it could put us all in danger."

Theo promised to keep Rosalie's secret, his mind racing with the implications of what he had learned. He had stumbled into a world far beyond his wildest dreams, and he knew that he would never be the same again.

As they made their way back to Charlie's house, Rosalie spoke fondly of her husband Emmett, describing him as the most amazing person she had ever met. Theo listened with rapt attention, grateful for the distraction from his own troubled thoughts.

When they arrived back at the house, Theo felt a sense of peace wash over him. He knew that he had a long journey ahead of him, but with Rosalie by his side, he felt like he could face whatever challenges lay ahead. And as he stepped through the front door, he knew that he was home—at least for now.