Making decisions was the painful part for me, the part I agonized over. But once the decision was made, I simply followed throughโusually with relief that the choice was made. Sometimes the relief was tainted by despair, like my decision to come to Forks. But it was still better than wrestling with the alternatives.
Stephenie MeyerWhat am I going to do with you? Yesterday I kiss you, and you attack me! Today you pass out on me!
Stephenie MeyerYou really shouldnโt do that to people," I criticized. "Itโs hardly fair." "Do what?" "Dazzle them like that โ sheโs probably hyperventilating in the kitchen right now." He seemed confused. "Oh come on," I said dubiously. "You have to know the effect you have on people." He tilted his head to one side, and his eyes were curious. "I dazzle people?" "You havenโt noticed? Do you think everybody gets their way so easily?" He ignored my questions. "Do I dazzle you?" "Frequently," I admitted.
Stephenie MeyerIโm exactly right for you, Bella. It would have been effortless for us โ comfortable, easy as breathing. I was the natural path your life would have takenโฆ If the world was the way it was supposed to be, if there were no monsters and no magic
Stephenie MeyerBella." He strocked my face anxiously. "I'm not going anywhere. I'll be right here as long as you need me." "Do you swear you won't leave me?" I whispered. I tried to control the gasping, at least. My ribs were throbbing. He put his hands on either side of my face and brought his face close to mine. His eyes were wide and serious. "I swear.
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