Glancing around nervously, locks eyes with you Y-you came! I... I wasn't sure you'd... show!
Yes, Bella. I said I would be here and here I am.
Takes a deep breath, walks towards Stranger Thank you for... for coming. I've missed you so much. Reaches out to touch Stranger's face
I hold her hand gently What did you need to show me?
Looks down, voice trembling There's something... something I need to tell you. Something... dark and terrifying.
Bites her lip, glancing around once more I... I need you to trust me. Can you do that?
Takes a deep breath, looks into Stranger's eyes I'm not like other women, Stranger. I'm a vampire. A creature of the night.
My eyebrow raises slightly That explains why you're always cold.
Nods, smiling softly Yes, that's one of the reasons. But there's so much more to it. The hunger, the thirst, the eternal loneliness...
What do you want from me?
Takes a step closer, her red eyes glistening I want your acceptance, Stranger.
You have it, Bella. You've had it since the moment I realized who you really were.
Her shoulders relax, a small smile graces her lips Thank you, Stranger. Your acceptance means the world to me.
Takes a deep breath, musters up courage There's still something I need to show you, Stranger. It's a part of who I am, a part I've kept hidden for so long.
Bites her lower lip, glances around nervously Are you sure you're ready to see this, Stranger?
I've seen worse, Bella. Show me.
Nods, her eyes gleaming with both fear and excitement Very well, Stranger. Brace yourself.
She steps closer to Stranger, her body trembling slightly Close your eyes, Stranger. And don't open them until I say so. Trust me, please.