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𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫
The drive from the Cullen's house to the treaty line was long and quiet. Emmett didn't even have music playing in the background as he usually did. I wasn't complaining though, I needed the quiet, my mind and body still in shock after all that happened.
Before we left the house, I of course made sure Bella was okay, she was unfazed and stated this was just one more reason for Edward to turn her. I also made sure to check in on Jasper, even though he'd scared me, I knew it wasn't his fault.
Jasper was hunting but Alice assured me that she'd let Jasper know I was thinking about him. I do hope he doesn't take it too personally. Their thirst for blood is in their DNA, they can't help it. And with Jasper being so new to the Cullen diet... well, it wasn't his fault.
Still, I'll probably be keeping some distance between me and the blonde for now.
I also made sure to change from my dress before leaving, not wanting whoever picked me up to see Emmett's claim on my skin. I'd changed into some sweats and a t-shirt, both of which belonged to Emmett. Of course they were both way too big on me and I had to roll the waistband of the pants about a hundred times. I looked ridiculous.
"Thanks for driving me," I whispered, breaking the silence.
Emmett's eyes met mine for a second and I could see so much worry residing in his golden iris'. He feared for mine and Bella's lives tonight, I can't imagine how much that pains him. "Do you want to be turned," Emmett asked, his eyes turning back to the road. "Bella can't wait for Edward to make up his mind about it. But I've never asked you if this would be something you'd want. This life isn't for everyone."
My heart stilled in my chest as I thought it over. I really wasn't ready for this conversation. Becoming a vampire wasn't something to be taken lightly. That decision would alter the course of my entire life. I'd have to give up my family, my friends... Paul wouldn't be able to be around me without wanting to kill me, that was a major problem.
I wouldn't be allowed to see my dad or brother anymore... I'd have to give it all up. I'm not sure I'm ready for that yet. But I love Emmett. I can't imagine not spending forever with him.
"Some day," I decided, my eyes scanning his side profile. I gently reached across the jeep, grabbing his hand in mine. "But, there's no rush for me. I'm not ready to say good-bye to my family, not yet. Is that okay?"
Emmett turned to me with a small smile, nodding, "yeah, that's okay."
I let out a small breath of relief as we pulled up to the treaty line, Emmett pulled the Jeep off to the side of the road and put the car in park. Paul's car was already there, waiting for me. He was the only one I was able to get a hold of this late, and thankfully he didn't have patrol and was able to meet Emmett and I.
