Thanks Jules Ann for the help!
Chapter 1: Bella's POV
I woke up to the sound of soft voices talking downstairs. I so badly wanted to crawl out of bed and listen. But I knew I would get in trouble for listening in on an adult's conversation.
Sighing, I snuggled underneath the covers. Trying not to get up and listen. But after a few minutes, I gave up.
Quietly, I got out of bed and ignoring the cold floor. I walked over to the edge of the loft and laid down on my stomach and looked down below. I was careful that my shadow wouldn't be seen.
I heard Mama talking to Papa and Dr. and Mrs. Cullen. They were talking about Oregon again. That seems to be the main topic these days. Oregon.
"Are you sure it's safe Charlie? I heard awful stories. What about food, shelter? Where are we going to sleep? And what about Indians?" Ma asked.
"Don't worry Renee. We will have a guide help us. His name is Harry Clearwater. He has been traveling to and from Oregon the last couple of years. His friend son Jacob helps him to." Pa said.
"We will be traveling in groups to. Which will be safer. "Carlisle said.
"Wait, you guys are thinking about this to?" Ma asked.
"Yes, work has been slow the last few months and somebody has to look after Bella." Carlisle said.
I blushed.
That's when I felt a firm hand on my shoulder.
I turned around and saw an angry looking Jasper.
"What are you doing out of bed little lady?" Jasper asked me.
I gulped. Should I tell the truth? Yes, but if I didn't, maybe I would get in trouble.
"I'm listening. I woke up to them talking and wanted to listen and hear what they have to say. "I admitted.
"You're lucky I am not going to spank you this time. But the next time I catch you listening, there will be a punishment." Jasper warned me.
Jasper helped me get up and I hugged him. He gave me a hug back.
"Thank you Jasper. For not spanking me I mean." I said.
"Your welcome. Let's get you tucked back into bed." Jasper said.
Jasper easily lifted me up and put me to bed. He pulled the cover's ip to my chin and tucked the sides in. Then he made sure I had my doll Lucy next to me. Jasper kissed me on the forehead and went back to his own bed.
Snuggling under the covers, I drifted off to sleep. Thinking about Oregon.
The next thing I knew, I heard the sound of the rooster. My mother must have heard him to because the next thing I heard was my mother shouting my name.
I finally got out of bed. The floor was cold, but I ignored it. I made my bed and put Lucy on top of my pillow.
Next I got dressed and then splashed cold water on my face. I quickly brushed my hair and put it in a high pony tail. I finally went downstairs.
"Morning Mama." Is said.
I went to go and give her a hug and a kiss. Which she returned.
"Good morning Bella. Can you please go and gather the eggs? Your brothers are already out in the barn. Please tell them it come in for breakfast when you guys are done with your chores out in the barn. Your father knows when to come in." Mama said.
"Yes Mama." I said.
I went to the door and grabbed my shawl. I put it on and grabbed the egg basket and went to the barn.