Your number was up the first time I met you.

Let me guess,' Ian said in a voice like ice. 'You fell on a rock.

I was ninety-nine point nine percent sure that I was dreaming.

Forever," Edward echoed in my ear. I couldn't speak anymore. I lifted my head and kissed him with a passion that might possibly set the forest on fire. I wouldn't have noticed.

I know you're frustrated that he's keeping you locked up like this, but don't give him too bad a time when he gets back. He loves you more than you know. It terrifies him to be away from you.

It's real interesting to have a soul as a friend, and it makes me feel super special that I've managed it.

At least he's alive and well. I love him enough that I want that. I want him to have what's best for him." She sighed. "I just don't want to stick around to watch.