Disclaimer: This work is intended as a piece of fiction. I don't own anything.
AN: So, this story has been in my pc for some time and I finally decided to post it. I consider it a sequel for my other story "One time only." Hope you guys like this one too.
There's no mistaking the feeling of despair and sadness as I reach the main house. The path from mine and Emmet's cabin is not long but the atmosphere that's been surrounding the family this whole week seems to have spread throughout the land.
Emmet changed me during our honeymoon, I wanted that to be the start of our new life. He was a little apprehensive but I knew he would never deny me. When he did it, I never felt more connected with him and since then our bond seems to have increased tenth fold. He was a little scared after I woke up and didn't behaved like a newborn but after a second he laugh it off saying he now had proof I was as special as he always said. When we got back, the family gave us a cabin, saying we needed our privacy and own space, at least in the beginning.
It was a surprise but I have to say I love our home. I love the moments alone we can have without having 6 other people listening to us. And although Esme and Alice decorated, Emmett and I made sure we build our home like we wanted. We usually spend our days with the family in the main house and the nights relaxing and making love at ours. And everything was perfect, the life I always dreamed of…until about a week ago.
It happened right after a game night. Edward, Rosalie, Esme and I were celebrating our win while Emmett, Jasper, Alice and Carlisle were being sore losers. I don't remember who answered the door or who read the letter but I do remember knowing things weren't going to be normal for a while.
The letter: A request from the Volturi kindly asking Carlisle's presence for a hearing. It didn't say what it was about, it simply said:"Carlisle, We look forward our meeting in a week's time."
I never heard such a deafening quiet. No one knew what to expect but everyone knew we needed to be cautious.
As the mates clung and comforted each other, Jasper broke the silence.
"Carlisle shouldn't go alone."
"I'll go." we heard at the same time by both Edward and Emmett.
I turned to look at Rosalie, she gave me a nod and all hell broke loose.
I don't think I ever was so angry, loud, selfish, but most of all scared. For my Emmett, for us. And I don't have to say Rosalie was twice as worse. That night both Edward and Emmett were not allowed in the bedroom.
The next morning was worse because I realized it had happened. It was real. Emmett knocked lightly on the door poking his head to see if he could get in. I knew my eyes would be red if they could and as I saw the guilty and pleading face of my love I couldn't stop a sob sound from my throat.
Emmett swept me up in his arms cradling me like a child, telling me how much he loved me now and always.
I managed to calm down focusing on how Emmett felt, but we both knew we needed to talk sooner rather than later so he broke the silence.
"Baby, please, can we talk about it? I don't want to make you mad; I just want you to understand. Please."
Fearing what I would hear I couldn't speak, just nodded.
"I don't want to leave you. I never want to do that. The time away from you will devastate me, you know that, but I'm doing this for us."
I said nothing just lifted my head to look at him.
"Obviously, I don't want Carlisle to go alone. I want to be there to protect him but more importantly to protect you. We both know your name would be the one brought up to go with Carlisle and Edward, but I can't have that." And I couldn't deny I was expecting someone to say my name but before I could say anything he continued.
"I'm being selfish, I know, but even with the Volturi knowing you're now a vampire they don't know the extent of your powers. And I'm going to do everything in my power so that they never find out. I'm going to protect you. I need to protect you." He said looking at me waiting for my reaction.
I did the only thing I could. Kissed him. Showing all my love, devotion and forgiveness. Because even if I didn't like it, deep down I knew he's right. If the Volturi find out about me they could split us up or use Emmett as leverage towards me and I never want to think about those possibilities.
"I get it Em. I don't like it. But I get it." I said.
"I don't like it either but it's our only option." He replied.
"But what if Aro sees my abilities while touching you guys?"
"Then I'll think of something to stall him. I don't want to risk you going and forced to stay there." He said pulling me into a hug.
"I'm going to miss you so much. Promise me you'll be careful, won't do anything stupid? And always remember I'm here waiting for you." He nods and we spend the night making love, cherishing every moment that we had.
That was days ago and after a lot of planning, reassurances and promises it's finally time for them to leave. All the couples are enjoying the final moments alone; however I'm missing something or more exactly someone…Emmett. He's not in the cabin, not in the main house. As I start to get angry, I remember our spot.
And there he is. Lying down on the ground looking at the stars. To anyone looking in, it would seem like a peaceful picture but I know better. He doesn't even acknowledge me as I lay on the ground next to him with my head on his chest. I wait until he's ready to share what's on his mind.
It starts with one hand; combing lightly through my hair, like he always does when we are lying awake in bed. Then with a sigh he brings he's other hand to my waist turning me more into him. I take my cue and turn my body so that I'm almost completely lying on top of him. I bring my hand to he's cheek at the same time caressing and turning he's head to look at me.
"I was looking all over for you, Em." I say trying but failing to keep the sadness out of my voice.
"I'm sorry." he sighs "I just don't like it when you see me like this."
I know I look just as confused as I feel when I say "What are you talking about? Have you changed your mind? You don't want to go to Italy with them? That's fine…we can make something up."
"That's not it."
"Then please talk to me, Emmy. Don't shut me out."
"I'm just….scared." And even being a vampire I would have missed it if I weren't paying attention.
I open my mouth to reply but stop when I notice he'll keep going.
"I'm scared I'm making the wrong decision. Don't get me wrong I still think it's the right thing to do, to protect us but what if this is exactly what they want? What if when we're gone they come here, attacking the family…attacking you. And I won't be here to protect you." He finishes with a tight grip on my waist.
I lean my head against his comforting myself with his smell and touch.
"Nothing is going to happen to me, baby. I honestly think if they were going to come, they wouldn't announce it. They would already be here. Besides Jasper is staying and I'm sure Alice will be watching the whole time. Also, it's not like I'm helpless."
"I know, Bella. And I didn't mean like you couldn't take care of yourself, you're the most gifted of us all. I just…I will never forgive myself if something happens to you."
"How about this, I promise if Alice sees something, anything, I'll call you right away so you can come running okay?"
He chuckles and kisses me like I've been waiting the whole day.
When we break the kiss I keep my eyes closed so I can voice my deepest fear.
"I'm scare too. I'm scared they will keep you there. That I'll never see you again. "
He sits us both with me still in his lap, my legs around his waist.
"Look at me." He says in a forceful tone I have no choice listening to.
"Nothing and I mean nothing will keep me away from you. Okay? Don't ever think that. And besides why would they want me? I'm not special. I don't have any powers like Edward." He tries to lift my moods but one harsh look from me; he knows he's gone over the limit.
He hugs me, kissing my face over and over again saying he's sorry.
"You're special to me Emmett. I can't live without you. And you know you're stronger than every vampire out there; I won't survive if something happens to you. Please promise me you'll be careful. Please promise me." My voice says going from an angry sound to a pleading one.
He looks me straight in the eyes giving me no doubt about his seriousness "I promise."
He kisses me to make up for the time we won't see each other.
"I'm going to miss you so much. I love you so much. Don't ever forget that."
"I'll miss you too Emmy. And I'll love you forever."
We make love, making memories to keep us a little sane in the time apart. Time seemed to get away from us until neither could deny the time to go had arrived.
We walk at human pace, cuddling, trying to delay the inevitable and as we reach the main house hearing the slower pace everyone else is moving, I knew no one would hurry us up.
We all get to the living room almost at the same time. And as I look into Rosalie, Esme and Alice's eyes I know I'm not the only one who would be crying if possible.
"Well, I think it's better if the family says their goodbyes here so that on the way to and at the airport everyone has a few more minutes with their mate. How does that sound?" Carlisle broke the silence since no one else knew how to.
We all nod but stand still. I would have laughed if not certain it would come out a sob instead.
My Emmett being the brave man he is, looks at me, squeezes my hand, letting go and walking over to hug Alice and Jasper, the ones closer to us. After that the goodbyes start.
As I'm hugging Edward, I keep one eye following Emmett around the room and see that he and Jasper are talking in a hushed whisper no one understands. I move to hug Carlisle when I'm sure the whole town hears Esme's dried sobs while hugging Emmett.
As Emmett opened the passenger door to me, I'm particularly grateful we're each going on their car. It will give me some peace to suffer alone on the way back.
"Emmy-bear?" I ask while playing with his fingers that are in my hand.
"Hmm?"
"What did you said to Jasper when you guys started talking?"
"Nothing babe."
"Emmett, please."
"I just asked him to keep his guard up and to make sure you're okay." He says not looking at me.
I kiss his cheek while whispering "I love you."
The rest of the ride to the airport is quiet, both of us basking on the few moments before we have to separate.
We meet up with the others by the gate, all the couples standing side by side but staying focused on their mate. As the boarding time gets near, my heart can't take any longer so I drag Emmett to a corner by the gate.
"Promise me you'll be back." I say, my voice cracking with emotion. He wraps me up in one of ours bears hug and whispers in my ear
"I promise. Nothing will ever keep me away from you." I borrow deeper into his chest not wanting to let go. He kisses my neck, ear, face; anywhere he can reach vowing his love between kisses. When he finally reaches my lips, it's like coming home. It's a promise, a reminder of our love. Leaving no doubt we both will do what it takes to never lose 'us'.
We break free after hearing Carlisle call. As he lets go of my hand, meeting Edward and Carlisle, the three of us, me, Esme and Rosalie, stand close watching our men leave with only a promise to be back.
Sorry for any mistakes. I tried to catch them all. Hope you all liked it.