Jacob was a gift from the gods.

My skin burns where it meets his. It feels better than good, but it sets off a strange aching in my chest.

Emmett thought about that for a moment. 'You really... love her?' 'I can't even describe it, Emmett. All of a sudden, this girl's the whole world to me. I don't see the point of the rest of the world without her anymore

I was consumed by the mystery Edward presented. And more than a little obsessed by Edward himself. Stupid, stupid, stupid. I wasn't as eager to escape Forks as I should be, as any normal, sane person would be.

"Hey Jacob!" I felt an unfamiliar surge of enthusiasm at his smile. I realized that I was pleased to see him. This knowledge surprised me. I smiled back, and something clicked silently into place, like two corresponding puzzle pieces. I'd forgotten how much I really liked Jacob Black.

Bella?" a different voice called from the distance. No! Please let me be imagining that horribly familiar voice.

The best part is coming." "What's the best part? You swallowing an entire cow whole?" "No. That's the finale.