Bella couldn't help but stare back into his eyes and soften with his touch. "Edward..." she said, knowing she had spoken harshly and irrationally. She sighed and looked down, but found she couldn't easily do that while he had his hand under her chin. She looked back up and tried her best to smile. "I understand," she said. "I love you Edward." She leaned up and gave him a small kiss on the lips. "And Jacob will not get the retaliation he desires." She grinned, feeling lighter and better about the situation.