I'm enjoying your story so much.  I'm really glad that when it comes to the bad things, you don't go into a whole lot of detail-so far, at least.  I like reading stories of courage and hope, but don't want to stay up all night thinking about horrid things, even if they are fiction.  I get it when there's a mention of tragedy, I don't want the blow by blow.

Thanks for sharing your story.

well the reunions are through. alice has a little plus one, em is still trying to be the protector and big brother. the cullens have unknowingly proven they are not quite perfect to eddie thus earning a little more respect from eddie. em is yet another ally to help eddie protect bella and take care of any unwanted people.

next we see about charlie will he be a good daddy or the stranger bella thought he was? my guess a good daddy.

I am glad that Alice is talking to Edward and seeing how Bella really is because I don't think that Bella would tell her that right now. I really hope that she and Edward and Bella can all get closer because I think that they all need each other right now.

I really liked this chapter. It shows more of who they are plus Alice is very right. Bella did meet the perfect guy. He just needs to see that. I like how you wrote Alice. She sounds like a real person unlike how some people write her. Btw I still want Alec to die a very horribly painful, slow death. Like maybe slowly getting lowered into a pool of piranhas. Keep up the amazing work. You rock.

   Marguerite 

I loved it as usual jeez you crack me the hell up each chapter even with the heavy subject matter I always get my giggle and laugh on. Here are my favorite parts:

Omg so funny: I drag everything outside piece by piece. It takes a while and fucking spiders keep crawling out of every surface, causing me to jump around like a bitch trying to get them off. Then, I look around and make sure no one saw.

lol those booster seats are hard to get out and that kid smell is true too:  I stick my head in the car. It smells like kid, if there's such a smell. There are action figures, cereal and snack packets everywhere. I see the seat but have no idea how to get the damn thing out. There are straps and buttons everywhere. I push, pull and force. Alice is whispering instructions to me, but they make no sense. I feel like an idiot, but I can't get it out.

this made me sad that he felt this way about himself I'm just saying! It really touched me for some reason: My steps jostle the sleeping toddler. The last thing I want is for him to wake up wondering why the hell his mom handed him off to the homeless guy staying with his grandparents.

omg I love Edward's mind this is too funny but true: "Did you save her?" I scoff. She's apparently been watching too many Disney movies.

too funny: "Someone manipulated her and took her." Alice's head shoots in my direction. The car swerves. Quickly, she corrects and gets back into her lane. I let go of the 'oh shit bar,' make sure I didn't piss my pants and throw her a look.

aw so sweet and funny but cute: "I've been with her since January." Best six months of my life.

"She loves you." She looks over at me and smiles. I can feel my cheeks heat, but I don't know why.

"Last night, when we went into the kitchen, you were all she would talk about. How great you are, how smart you are, how hot you are," she laughs.

Really amazing chapter. I thought the interaction with Edward and Alice was necessary; they are both so important to Bella and she will need them both immensely. I also think that out of all the Cullens, Alice is probably the most likely to get Edward to start feeling more comfortable and like he can help Bella assimilate to her old life again with him by her side! On an academic note, hope your classes are going well. I just started my semester as well!

This was such a good chapter. Poor Alice. I just love Edward more and more.

Loving this Edward and ,of course this story too! I love it when I get an email that you've updated! It makes my day!!

I loved it - these characters are so enduring.

I loved getting to know Alice better, especially through Edward's eyes.  I'm glad he's able to start making connections with Bella's family and friends.  I hope there's a knight in shining armor waiting for Alice- you know, a tall blonde whose name starts with J :))  I'm thinking a hot daddy with a little girl named Maria!!!  Come on, you know you love it !!!  (I'm teasing- you're doing a fantastic job without me jumping in your driver's seat!)  Can't wait to see how Bella does at the cemetery. 

Hang in there with RL- glad your classes are interesting!  Will be waiting here for the next one!

Enjoyable chapter

Where did the money come from to buy the material at the store?

Great chapter.

Well that was kinna shocking that Alice has a kid but I guess that it was good that they let Alice be the one to tell her story. Bella seems to be getting better all in all and it is nice that her and Edward seem to be moving on with their relationship in a pace that suits Bella.

Couldn't stop reading this story! Well done so far. Can't wait for more.

Yippee, cant wait for Alice and Em.

Thank goodness Carlisle is tricky.

Finally answers. What messed up lives they have both had.

Must be Em.

Charlie could have been looking for her, she doesnt really know.

Finally she thinks there are things she needs to tell him.

Why wont she tell him the whole story?

She sure is one big mystery.

Wow bad luck he has.

The story is amazing

Awwww I love Edward he is so good to her. Can't wait for the next update!

omg that was so awesome i love how they are moving forward together i so want edward and bella to have their hea in the end you are a great writer i await the nexr chapter

great chapter. cant wait to see what happens next

Well that wasn't asbad as it could have been. I'm proud of Edward for holding back, not jumping to conclusions and judging Emmett based on his actions and words. He could have easily stayed in that insecure, jealous frame if mind, but he kept his love for Bella I'm his mind and acted appropriately.

Next chapter - the cemetery visit - should be difficult for both B&E. Good luck with the writing.

awesome chapter!! I'm so glad that Edward is slowly easing into the family.  He is finding out that it's not so bad to be a part of something bigger than yourself -  when trouble strikes...

Great chapter!

Great chapter.

I wonder if Alice's new boyfriend is the monster that hurt Bella?!!

Best Parts:

I learned my lesson though, and I'll never walk away again. I made that mistake in the hotel room when she told me she loved me. I won't make the same mistake again.

I watch from a distance. Bella, all of a sudden, steps back and whips her head around. I feel myself smile, she's looking for me. Every time I start to feel like she doesn't need me anymore she seems to know and tries to find me. When her eyes lock on mine she smiles, and her happiness makes my unease worth it.

"Do you think he'll look for her here?" I ask. Carlisle is quiet for a second. I can tell he's being careful about what he's going to say, and then answers me.

"I think it's a possibility. I think everyone should keep an eye out and make sure Bella isn't alone. Between you and me, I would like either myself, you or Emmett with her whenever possible, even if she's with Esme or Alice. Just until we have more of an idea of whom we're dealing with."

He's right and I agree, but it will be me with her. I nod to let him know we're thinking the same thing.

I want to make sure we don't start making decisions for Bella. This is her life. I love her, but I'm not her dad. I'm her boyfriend, and it's not my job to make her decisions.

I appreciate him understanding our relationship and not trying to change it.

Then I can decide for myself if it was a huge, sad, tragedy, or if he is just a neglectful father who let Bella down.

"I don't know if I'm ready for that, but... honestly, I trust your opinion the most, more than Carlisle or anyone else. I'd like to hear what you think." That solves it.

I liked this chapter. I could feel her terror. Mostly because I have been in her shoes. Not as bad as what happened to her but pretty close. You portray things like they really are. This has to be one of the best stories out there. I can't wait to read more.

     Marguerite

Well I really hope that Edward trys to let the Cullen's in because they are important to Bella and I don't think that they will be getting away from them for a while. I broke my heart that she was so scared to be getting help and I hope that the police visit goes better but I am thinking that it isn't going to.

I wonder how everyone will handle eachother in the next chapter.  I am holding my breath thinking that someone is going to think the Edward is less than desirable for Bella...(even though I would disagree!)

Very nice story! Love the flow!

<3

update son totally love this story!!

Good Chapter!

:)

it is so sad that there is no one who cares about Edward's birthday - I hope that he is able to let the Cullens in.

I just love how you write Edward being so caring, but I dread the time when Bella starts therapy and he sees that he is not needed as much as he thinks he should be. Love your story.

Author's Response:

I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks so much for reading and reviewing, I hope you like the next chapter! 

I love this story so much, I hope Bella is gonna be okay with the doctor poking around with her and the police asking questions. I´ll be waiting for the update.

Love Liza

well the road is starting to get really bumpy for these two now! so awesome that eddie talked to carlisle for bella, it would have been too much for her to do. and daddy c is awesome by seeing the roadblock eddie had to mooching off of the cullens and offering him a 'job' i am sure that there will be more 'jobs' to follow.i wonder if these two will make it back to their little motel room and the mission, and mike's job, and elizabeth?i think their new life has started in forks and they may just stay...

Oh man for some reason this one hit me more than the others. Finally they have a bit of peace. Lord knows they deserve it. I hope she gets through the next few days unscathed. I am waiting for the confrontation with Alec. That will be explosive. Keep up the great work.

   MArguerite.

poor b.   Wondering what Alice's secret is.

:)

So happy he opened up to her and told her what was the matter.

Edward's sounding more and more like he's not gonna run away from Bella, but I'm only about 75% convinced.  The other 25% is still unsure.