Bella: How could I live with myself when it's my fault? None of you should be risking yourselves for me – Jasper: Bella, Bella, stop. You're worrying all the wrong things, Bella. Trust me on this – none of us are in jeopardy… Our family is strong. Our only fear is losing you. Bella: But why should you – Alice: It's been almost a century that Edward's been alone. Now he's found you. You can't see the changes that we see, we who have been with him for so long. Do you think any of us want to look into his eyes for the next hundred years if he loses you?
In a conversation between Bella and her friends, Bella expresses deep guilt about their potential danger due to her existence. She feels responsible for the risks they face, questioning why they would put themselves in harm's way for her. Jasper attempts to reassure her, emphasizing the strength of their group and the importance of Bella's presence in their lives, conveying that their main concern is her safety rather than their own risks.
Alice further elaborates on the emotional significance of Bella's relationship with Edward, highlighting how long Edward has been waiting before finding her. She points out that their family has seen the positive changes in Edward since Bella came into his life, and emphasizes the unbearable pain of the thought of Edward losing her. This illustrates the depth of their bond and the profound impact Bella has had on Edward and their family.
