Bella’s POV
My heart pounds in my chest as Derek stands before us. How did he find us here? Fear courses through my veins, and I can't help but tremble at the sight of him. This is a disaster; I should never have come here. My dad and Zachary are in danger, and I fear Derek's cruelty may know no bounds.
"D-Derek, what are you doing here?" I manage to stutter, trying to break the growing tension. His gaze turns towards me, and he smirks as he walks closer, sending shivers down my spine.
"You came back to your home, and you didn't think I should come along to greet my son's grandfather?" he says with an evil smile, directing his gaze towards my father.
"You aren't welcome here, leave!" Zachary yells with annoyance in his tone. I wish he wouldn't provoke Derek like this; it will only make
