A Twilight fanfiction novel - SheeWolf85

Renesmee took a few more deep breaths and pulled back to look up at Jacob. Her eyes burned with
tears. “I’m so sorry.”
He touched her cheek and kissed her lips. “Don’t be. How’s your throat?”
She shrugged. “It burns.”
Alice furrowed her brow. “What’s wrong?”
Renesmee turned slowly to face her aunt. She smiled sadly and watched Alice’s expression change
from worry to shock. She licked her lips and squeezed Jacob’s hand. “My throat hurts, because, um
. . . certain smells kind of make me thirsty.”
Jasper reached forward and grabbed Alice’s arm. He believed Jacob when he said Renesmee was
still mostly her former self, but the girl standing before them barely looked like his niece. He wanted
to pull Alice behind him and protect her.
“Thirsty?” Alice said. “What would you like? We have juice, water, milk, soda . . . take your pick.”
“Got any spare blood?” Renesmee asked ruefully. She tried to smile, make it a joke, but it didn’t
work.
Alice shook her head. “No, why would we have spare blood?”
“It’s what she has to drink now,” Jacob offered. “She’s been doing a great job adapting.” He rubbed
her forearm with his free hand.
Renesmee looked up at him, unsure of what to do next. He kissed her forehead and pushed her
forward gently. She swallowed and turned back to Alice.
“I’m sorry I growled at you. I was—still am—scared.”
Alice smiled. “Honey, there’s nothing to be afraid of. Come here.” She held out her arms for a hug.
Jasper tensed and watched his wife pull Renesmee into a hug. He looked at Jacob, satisfied to see
him just as tense. It made him feel a little better knowing he wasn’t the only one concerned.
“Oh, my gosh,” Alice squeaked. “You’re much stronger, sweetie. Watch the grip.”
Renesmee pulled back quickly. “I’m sorry.”
Alice waved her hand. “I’m fine.”
Jasper swallowed and took a breath before he stepped forward. “What about me? Do I get a hug?”
Renesmee smiled and went to him. “Of course, Uncle Jasper.” She was more careful with him.
“We love you, Renesmee. We’re so glad you’re safe.”
“I love you, too. Both of you.” She wiped her eyes when Jasper moved back.
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