The Twilight Saga: Supernova
If enough of us believe, a new thing can be made to exist. Belief structure creates a filter through which chaos is sifted into order. FRANK HERBERT
PROLOGUE
As the threat came closely into our direction, I knew my precious Nessie would soon be found. Jacob shook violently, trying to seek his inner self, the self that nearly drove us apart. We had been happy for so long. Why must everything good come to an end? No. I refused to believe this would be the end of my beautiful family, my beautiful sister, my beautiful Renesmee. I knew what had to be done. But my second life had barely just begun for me. When will there finally be peace for our kind. Our only hope seemed to lie with the very people who threatened us once before. Could we seek refuge amongst the trophies they've concealed? Would we just become another one of their puppets? Edward would refuse…would rather die. But then again, haven't we all already faced death once? Surely the second time would be peaceful. It had to be.
LIFE AS WE KNOW IT
Life is good. Well my new life is anyway. It had been 3 years since our run in with the Volturi that nearly had us all extinct. Peace has been a common term thrown around since then. It's hard to believe that anyone would refuse this life. Well, I certainly could understand Rosalie's plea. I did choose this life. Since the day I met Edward, my life has been completely changed. Well that's a given. I have no regrets. My beautiful family has grown so large, if you include the werewolves. Since that fateful day in the baseball field that nearly destroyed us, we've managed to remain close with the tribe. Jacob and Sam, both Alphas had accepted a truce. No more boundary lines; thank goodness. Sam and Emily had their first child two years ago, Patrice. Quil was still waiting for his significant other to grow up, but he was happy. Paul and Jacob's sister Rachael were always lovey dovey any time we came to see them. Billy was glad to have Rachael home though. Seth hasn't imprinted yet. He's not in any rush to either; he's still such a kid. Leah has secretly been seeing someone from another tribe according to Jacob. Jacob says she keeps her mind fairly busy so no one has to know, but he has seen another guy in her thoughts at rare moments when her thoughts slip through; "One of the many advantages of hearing each other's thoughts,' as he had once put it. And Jacob….well he's as obnoxious as ever. But he loves my Nessie so much.
While Nahuel's appearance gave us some insight as to how Renesmee would grow, we didn't know much. While she had progressed so rapidly in years in a matter of months, since then she is now the age of a 16 year old. Of course Jacob is thrilled. As much as I knew about the tribe changing in appearance, it still shocked me that Jacob did not look a day older since our meeting with the Volturi. However at that time and even now, he looks like he's in his early 20s. So, it is safe to say that my daughter and best friend have upgraded their relationship. But her mind is very mature. The moment after the Volturi had left us, Edward and Carlisle began homeschooling her right away. She now has the knowledge of someone with a Bachelor's degree. Edward is very proud. Rosalie and Emmett took some time to travel the world…..again. They've kept in touch and visited quite frequently but have a beautiful home in Iceland. Carlisle is still working for the hospital in Forks; however we know time is running out. Carlisle is simply too beautiful to pass for his own age anymore. Esme has been decorating houses in the Seattle and Port Angeles area. Alice and Jasper have been going to the University of Washington. Jasper is pursuing a degree in law….he's finds it intriguing. Alice has dutifully stuck by his side. I am very happy to say that Alice has not needed to update us on any upcoming disasters. We have been clear since the last "meeting." The major crisis that seems to trouble her is the sudden entering and exiting fashion trends. Edward and I have spent a lot of our time visiting our dear friends who came to our defense. We've been once a year to see Maggie, Siobhan, and Liam at their castle in Ireland. Ben and Tia don't come to visit often, mostly because Amun doesn't approve of us still. Of course we stay in close contact with our dear 'extended family' of Alaska. Tanya and Kate have always kept in close contact with our family. They have been remarkably well since the death of their sister. I think of Irina often, and how I wished this whole thing had not started over a simple misunderstanding. Kate was keeping company with Garrett. Ever since their meeting, Garrett has been captivated by Kate and her lifestyle. He's a great match for her. I hear he's done well on animal blood….well a record of about 8 months. Kate says that's good for him. Nessie is absolutely smitten with the African sisters. They've come to visit twice since our first meeting with them. Nessie would love to visit them soon. We keep in very close contact with them. Charlie and Sue have remained close, more like companions through their grief of Harry as well as knowing about a world beyond their own. Charlie and I have become closer than ever, but he notices certain things. He insists, however, that he wants to know nothing about it. The most shocking for him has been Renesmee. At first he believed that we were joking. "Who is this?" he'd say. "This is Nessie, dad." He laughed and refused to believe. But Jacob oh so calmly reminded him that there is a story beyond what he sees, and of course Charlie refused to engage in it.
I haven't heard much from my old Forks friends. Mike took off to Seattle to open Newton's Olympic Outfitters. His parents were thrilled and I was happy for him. Unfortunately, the relationship between Jessica and him did not work out. However, Jessica was very happy. She moved to San Francisco and went to University there. Angela and Ben are very happy together. Both decided to go to Peninsula College up in Port Angeles.They were great together. Although I did not have many "human" friends, I was glad to hear Angela was happy. She was probably the best "human" friend I had. I still kept in touch, by email. I didn't think seeing her was an option. Since 3 years have passed, we tried to get out as much as possible within the town. The more you see someone's face the more time may pass without reasonable or noticeable change. Carlisle was becoming a little more noticeable. Edward and I had begun to start talking of our necessary move. But every time we spoke of it, I brought up Charlie. He would never accept my leaving and eventual never return.
"Why not just tell him already?" said Emmett. "I mean Billy, Sue, and the whole wolf pack know about it, why not Charlie? He already knows something funky is going on."
I stared at my big brother lying on the couch watching some game on tv. I had to agree with him. Why not let Charlie know? After all, Jacob had once transformed into a wolf right in front of him.
I looked at Edward pleadingly. He stared at the ceiling. Esme and Carlisle entered the room, hearing Emmett's question.
Edward then looked at me. "I do see your point. But the Volturi…..what will they do if they find out?"
"Aw, Edward you never had dealing with the Volturi until you decided to end your second life. If something comes up, I'll see it. Besides, we all know Charlie would never say anything." Alice said as she bounded down the stairs.
"I'm more worried that he'll never accept it, or believe it." Edward said with a smirk. "For all we know, he would go insane from all this, it's bad enough that Jacob disclosed his personal horror story to him."
"Well, he had to be told!" Jacob said with a grin, the grin I had always known and loved.
"We'll discuss it." Edward said as he looked at me and winked.
Alice giggled and slid her arm around my waist. "He'll give in Bella, don't you worry." She whispered lightly in my ear.
I glanced toward Edward and noticed his face fall. His beautiful smile disappeared as he turned for the kitchen. Carlisle must have noticed because he followed right behind him. I tried to not let it bother me. I turned back to Alice, but she also had a grim expression. Rosalie came up behind me.
"Hey, Bella? Would you go with me to Port Angeles? I was hoping to go to The Landing." She said.
I couldn't tell if she was trying to keep me occupied or sincerely needed to go shopping. Of course, whatever was going on, she couldn't have possibly known yet. I glanced toward the kitchen doorway. Esme got up from the love seat to walk into the kitchen. I didn't want to leave, I knew the expressions on their faces foretold something bad. As much as I wanted to hurl myself through the wall to the kitchen, I did have a reason to go shopping. Nessie's birthday was coming fast.
"We better hurry Bella before the mall closes." Rose grabbed my hand and led me toward the garage.
The trip with Rose was unusually talkative for her. She went into detail about all the things that had gone on in Iceland. The weather was oddly bright for such a wintry place. She droned on and on. I appreciated her conversing, but I really wasn't in the mood. It took me back to a time when Jessica would gossip about this and that and talks of her unrequited love for Mike. I learned then to tune her out but still offer up the occasional, "Uh huh" for full effect.
The mall was strangely crowded for a Tuesday afternoon. Rosalie went to the party store to find supplies for our secret surprise party for Nessie.
"Would you like to come pick out her decorations?"
"That's okay Rosalie, next to Alice you know what's 'in' and what's not."
She smiled and turned to walk into the shop. She passed a group of teen boys on her way. You literally had to pick their jaws up off the floor.
I snuck off to the jewelers. Not long after Nessie was born, and I had thought we'd lose her forever, I had bought her a golden locket that said "More than my own life." The chain had broken after she used it as a reign around Jacob's neck.
It didn't take too long, but somehow Rosalie had managed to buy all of her party supplies before I had finished paying for her new chain.
The ride home was the exact opportunity to ask Rosalie if she had any idea what could possibly be happening.
"Rosalie, what did Edward hear?"
"I don't know Bella." I gave her a questioning look. "Seriously, I mean, I know something was going on, but no specifics. I saw Edward and Alice's face just like you."
"Something bad has happened….hasn't it?"
"Bella, whatever has happened, and I promise I don't know, I thought I'd get you outta the house."
"Well, thanks, I just hope….well I just hope everything's okay.
As I closed the car door, I heard the phone ring.
"Bella?"
I walked into the living room to find Edward had answered the phone.
I ran to his side and grabbed the phone from his hand.
"Hello?"
"Uh, Bella?"
"Hi Dad, how are you?"
"Not so good Bells, Could you come by this afternoon?"
Charlie's voice sounded rough and worn, almost like he had a cold. The first thing that popped into my head was that he was sick.
"Of course Dad, I'll be right over."
"Great, see you in a bit." He hung up the phone before I could respond.
