Twilight

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I didn't see him leap at me-it was much too fast. I only found myself suddenly airborne, and then we crashed onto the sofa, knocking it into the wall. All the while, his arms formed an iron cage of protection around me-I was barely jostled. But I still was gasping as I tried to right myself.

He wasn't having that. He curled me into a ball against his chet, holding me more securely than iron chains. I glared at him in alarm, but he seemed well in control, his jaw relaxed as he grinned, his eyes bright only with humor.

"You were saying?" he growled playfully.

"That you are a very, very terrifying monster," I said, my sarcasm marred a bit by my breathless voice.

"Much better," he approved.

"Um." I struggled. "Can I get up now?"

He just laughed.



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This is one of my very favorite parts of the book Twilight. She hardly ever is afraid of Edward, but for one second she questions if he is really going to hurt her or if he is just playing. She is truly surprised by what happens, but calms down after she realizes he was kidding. I love Edward's nature because he seems like he is being ferocious, but he is actually really sweet. I love this part.