Emmett has left Neveah alone to go join Edward and Bella. She goes downstairs at the Cullens and freezes when sees Laurent walking into the house, being invited by Carlisle. She told Charlie she was sleeping over with Rosalie and she told Jess, who is glad she is making amends with them.

"Neveah," Laurent speaks softly, the girl nods in greeting - remains silent. "Carlisle, I wish to warn you of James."

As he says this, Edward comes in with Emmett, Alice and Bella. Bella immediately goes to Neveah's side. But Neveah goes to Emmett, he seems to make her feel safe when Jasper isn't around.

The three vampires freeze when they spot Laurent in their foyer. Edward goes over to where Bella is now alonen

"He came to warm us," Carlisle informs his family. "About James."

"I've grown tired of his games," Laurent admits as he glances at the coven. "But ya got unparalleled senses. Absolutely lethal. I've never seen anything like him in my three hundred years. And the woman Victoria, will back him. Don't underestimate her."

Carlisle nods in thanks toward Laurent.

Laurent looks at Edward apologetically. "I'm truly sorry for what's been unleaded here." He walks up to Neveah and he caresses a cold finger across her cheek. "If I had known what monsters Paris and your father were, I'd have raided you myself, Neveah. I am sorry I did not take you from your and save you from the torture of what your father put you through. Promise me something."

"What is it, Laurent?" Neveah asks.

"Don't forget me," he whispers as he looks her in the eyes, his crimson eyes full of venom and Alice smiles. "And don't hate the Cullens for what they are. Okay?"

Neveah nods and she bows her head.

"Don't do that anymore, either," Laurent muses as he lifts her up. "I saw you as a daughter as soon as Paris delivered you. Take care of yourself." He kisses her head in a paternal way before he runs, disappearing into the woods.

Jasper and Neveah head into the garage, they talked Charlie into allowing Neveah stay the weekend with the Cullens. Still, Nev's friends are thrilled she has made up with the Cullens. Charlie is allowing Iraq because Neveah actually has friends and Penelope is soothing him after Bella's harsh words.

The side door bursts open and Edward enters with Bella and the other Cullens. Alice seems pleased that Neveah is with Jasper alone, and Jasper isn't trying to eat her. But she is still wary.

Everyone is busting their butts to get things ready to help keep Bella safe. Carlisle and Esme are getting supplies from cupboards - cellphones, extra  batteries, maps. Neveah grabs the portable GPS unites and clothes, plus some gasoline while Conner grabs some things too.

"I've had to fight our kind before," Jasper informs his family and Neveah. "We're hard to kill."

"But not impossible," Edward adds. "We'll tear him up."

Emmett grows blood thirsty at the idea of fighting. "We'll rip him up with our hands, and then burn the pieces."

"I don't relish killing another creature," Carlisle asks as Neveah helps the Cullens prepare. "Even a sadistic one like James."

"If he doesn't get to one of us first," Rosalie sneers.

"This is insane!" Bella bolts out, horrified. "You can't put yourselves in danger like this - for me."

"Too late," Rosalie snaps, it is clear she does not like Bella.

Edward shoots Rosalie a look, and she sits on the countertop near Neveah - who has finally stopped long enough to take a breath because she is human. Edward grabs two sets of keys and throws one set quickly to Carlisle.

"I'll run Bella south," Edward says, "while you lead the tracker away."

"No, Edward," Neveah speaks, "he knows you'd never leave Bella. He will just follow you."

"I'll go with Bella," Alice chimes. "Conner, and I will write her south." She turns to her brother, Neveah is staying at their house with Jasper until the weekend ends and she goes home. "I'll keep her safe, Edward."

Edward ponders on this for a moment before he faces her. "Can you keep your thoughts to yourself?" He asks, torn. 

Alice nods, thinking to him in agreement. Edward sighs, finally surrendering to Alice. He grabs one of Bella's suitcases and tosses it to Conner, who easily catches it. He grabs the other one and opens it, handing clothes to Esme and Rose.

"Esme, Rosalie, our these on," Edward insists, "so that the tracker will pick up Bella's scent."

"Why should I?" Rosalie sneers as she drops them. "What is she to me? Just a danger you've inflicted on us."

"Rosalie," Carlisle says scoldingly as he spins to face her, tears prick Neveah's eyes.

Does she hate me, too?

"Bella is with Edward," Carlisle says to Rosalie. "She is as much apart of this family as Neveah is and we protect our family."

Rosalie glares at Carlisle before snatching the jacket back up. Her glare doesn't soften as she looks at Neveah, who whimpers and buries herself into Jasper's chest for security. Carlisle hits a button and the garage opens.

Esme grabs Neveah's face and turns her toward her. "You are family, Neveah, rather you accept us right now or not. Okay?!

A teary eyed Neveah nods, she's never felt more like part of the family. Esme pulls her into a loving hug before she pulls away and kisses Nev's head. She gets into the SUV with Rosalie.

"Jasper..." Neveah turns toward him. "Are you sure you want to stay with me and not join your family?"

"I'd rather be here just in case the tracker learns of you," Jasper soothes. "Come on, lets get you something to eat."

Neveah sees Rosalie's glare and she bows her head. "I'm sorry you hate me, too."

She pushes passed Jasper and heads inside.

"Rose...." Jasper sighs.

"What?" Rosalie sneers. "I meant what I said."

Jasper shakes his head. "I don't care what you think of her, Rosalie. Neveah is my mate and I have speed centuries alone and I finally found her. She went through abuse of many forms before she finally found safety here, around us, in Forks. So get it through your thick skull that Neveah is here to stay and she is apart of this family."

Rosalie's eyes are widened at Jasper, at his words. He never did say a cuss word but they still cut deep.

"I'm.., sorry," Rosalie mutters.

"Don't apologize to me," Jasper says and he turns to Emmett. "I'm sorry, man."

"Don't be, I get it," Emmett shrugs. "I like the girl. I'll turn her into me before you can snap your fingers."

"We are all scared of that."

Emmett laughs, even Rosalie quirks a smile before Jasper turns to see Neveah gawking at him.

"What?" He asks her smugly.

"Hmm..." she smirks. "I'm going to be alone with you this weekend. What to do with that accent?"

"Oh lord," Carlisle muses. "She's already like you, Emmett."

Jasper wraps an arm around Neveah and he inhales, still tenses. "I'm getting better," he whispers.

Neveah smiles. "I know."

Jasper places a hand on the small of Neveah's back and he leads her inside.