Chapter 24 Teaser

I don't remember Edward rushing out of his side of the car to mine. I don't remember him unbuckling the seatbelt I was afraid to touch. I don't remember him pulling me out of the car and settling me in his lap as he sat on the ground that I was petrified to set foot on. I don't remember yelling out hysterics as he tried to calm me. But I did remember his cinnamon scent. I did remember his rich, velvety voice of comfort. I did remember his warmth and the feel of his fingers brushing away tears I didn't know were falling.

"That's right sweetheart, calm down. Shhh...," He began to rock me softly as he laid my head against his chest. The steady beating of his heart lulled me into a place of love and safety.

"Edward," I whispered against his chest, only loud enough for him to hear. I knew I was endangering him by even parting my lips in a public place. But the look on his face when I murmured his name was enough to make me say it again and clutch his shirt tightly in my hands.

"It's alright Bella, I've got you. They won't take you back to the hospital. I won't let them take you anywhere. I will be right by your side the entire time," He looked down at me and smiled gently. "I'll even take you to the bathroom if I have to. I'll cover my eyes of course," he joked.

I could feel my lips twitch, and finally smile back at him. When I regained my bearings, Edward helped me to my feet, and together we walked into the building. Together.