Chapter 10

Bella's POV

I woke up with a start, my heart pounding in my chest as I gasped for air. It had been another restless night, filled with nightmares and a lingering sense of unease. As I sat up in bed, the morning light cast long shadows across the room, and I couldn't shake the feeling that something was terribly wrong.

I glanced at the clock on the bedside table. It was early, but I knew I wouldn't be able to fall back asleep. The events of the past few days had taken a toll on me, leaving me on edge and constantly looking over my shoulder. Ever since the first anonymous threat arrived, my life had been turned upside down.

I reached for my phone and dialed Xander's number, my voice trembling as I waited for him to answer. He picked up on the third ring, his voice groggy with sleep.

"Bella, is everything okay?" he asked, concerned about lacing his words.

"No, Xander. I...I can't take it anymore. The threats, the attacks...it's too much," I replied, my voice quivering with fear.

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