Chapter 29

• I recognize some of them from the bonfire, but there seems to be many more present today than the other night. They're all very serious in their expressions. Carlisle and Edward are standing in the middle of the circle, awaiting our arrival. My father almost has to drag me after him. I can feel my cheeks heat when I feel the full attention of everyone around me. This is much worse than the bonfire.
• Both Carlisle and Edward share identical looks of indifference, as though nothing can touch them. When we finally reach them, Carlisle sends my father an acknowledging nod. I try to ignore the heavy stares surrounding me, but it's difficult. I also find it immensely difficult to ignore the stoic man standing proudly by his father. A man who confuses me so much, and who has been so kind to me during the past few days. That kind man is gone now and in his place is the cold and calculating man who exudes confidence and power. Everything in me is begging for me to run and leave this place. My wolf is also desperately looking for a way out. She's never had any practice socializing with so many new wolves and she's terrified.
• "We are here today to welcome Charles and Isabella Swan into our pack. They have already sworn their allegiance and have found a home with us. Today, their wolves will do the same. Only then will they truly become part of the Midnight Sun Pack."