~ Isabella’s POV

I watched as Justina chuckled softly, her shoulders relaxing a bit. “I don’t know, Bella. You’re pretty special. Not everyone can handle that kind of relationship.”

I reached over and took her hand, giving it a squeeze. “Don’t sell yourself short. You’re amazing, and anyone who doesn’t see that doesn’t deserve you. You’ll find someone who loves you for who you are, human or not.”

She smiled warmly at me, the sadness in her eyes fading. “Thanks, Bella. You always know how to make me feel better.”

We sat there in comfortable silence for a few moments before Justina spoke again. “I did try, though. There was...