The Cullens flee Forks as Victoria's relentless hunt for Bella escalates, drawing dangerous attention from nomads and old foes. With Forks compromised, Carlisle turns to the one ally who commands all three witches, vampires and wolves: Valarie Silva in New Orleans. The family arrives at her French Quarter stronghold under cover of night, tensions high—Alice's visions fractured by the mate bond's interference, Edward shielding Bella's fear, while Jasper steps forward first, golden eyes locking on