Derek’s Pov
The passage of time has wrought profound changes in my life, altering the landscape of my existence in ways I could never have foreseen. Who would have thought that I, once a stalwart ally to my own kind, would find myself in a position where those I considered my people would forsake me? While I hold no animosity towards them for their choices, I can't help but acknowledge the bitter irony in my situation. All of this, a consequence of my deliberate decision to stand by the side of a human, swearing to protect her at any cost.
Raindrops drum against the windows, their rhythmic symphony serving as a poignant backdrop to my thoughts. The inclement weather outside mirrors the turbulence within me, each drop a reminder of Bella. Rain held a special place in our hearts, an elemen
