| Quote #4 "Lie," the beautiful velvet voice whispered… I did what the voice said to do. (10.103) |
This is one of the few times in the story that Bella actually listens to Edward’s voice. How does her behavior prove that Edward’s voice is just a projection of her own mind and that he isn’t actually with her?
| Quote #5 "He’ll know it was you," I whispered obediently. "You won’t get away with this." (10.150) |
Bella lies to Laurent by saying that Edward still watches out for her. In reality, she knows that she can no longer depend on Edward to keep her safe.
| Quote #6 I decided that the truth, or part of it anyway, was the best option. (10.206) |
Bella believes that half-truths are more justifiable than complete lies. Is that a valid argument?