Derek's POV
"Bella!" I shouted her name, desperation lacing my voice, yet there was no response. I hurriedly moved closer, searching for her in the pitch-black darkness. "Please, don't joke with me," I pleaded, my tone tinged with sadness.
“Derek!” Her voice rang out once more, a repeated call that pierced through the void. Yet, despite the familiarity, I still couldn't locate her. "Derek!" The same voice again, pulling at my senses, but her presence remained elusive.
Please, show yourself to me, Bella. Whatever you're doing, it's tearing me apart," I pleaded, the weight of worry evident in my voice. I hoped she would sense my desperation and reveal herself to me, but still, she remained invisible, shrouded by the darkness around.
"I am over here, Derek!" she yelled once more, her voic
