Eclipse♥

“I love him, Jacob. He’s my whole life.” “You love me, too,” he reminded me. He held up his hand when I started to protest. “Not the same way, I know. But he’s not your whole life, either. Not anymore. Maybe he was once, but he left. And now he’s just going to have to deal with the consequence of that choice — me.” I shook my head. “You’re impossible.” Suddenly, he was serious. He took my chin in his hand, holding it firmly so that I couldn’t look away from his intent gaze. “Until your heart stops beating, Bella,” he said. “I’ll be here — fighting. Don’t forget that you have options.” “I don’t want options,” I disagreed, trying to yank my chin free unsuccessfully. “And my heartbeats are numbered, Jacob. The time is almost gone.” His eyes narrowed. “All the more reason to fight — fight harder now, while I can,” he whispered..."