A/N: I decided to take a chance at writing this story after being inspired by a similar story I read but one that was never finished. Not my intention to take the story but merely use it as inspiration for my own. Hope you guys like it, and as always review. I appreciate all the well-meant criticism.

Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter or Twilight, I am just playing with the characters.

Chapter One: We need help.

Esme was worried. Extremely so. She was finishing up making a sandwich for Bella but her thoughts kept taking her through a dark road. She thought of them as her kids. Edward her oldest. She can't help but think that if Bella wasn't around he wouldn't have been in danger. She just attracts danger, and she can't even defend herself against the odds.

Her children were all seated in their various places but definitely not acting the same. Emmett was not playing video games, or watching the game or rough housing of any kind. He had Rosalie in his arms, she had a small frown that is disturbing her delicate features. She sat there stiff as Emmett rubbed her arms soothingly.

Jasper was with Alice, who was not her bouncy energetic self. She too sat in Jasper's lap as he hummed and held her tight.

Bella looked uncomfortable, she sat not in Edward's lap but close enough on the coach, she twisted her fingers constantly, Edward, however, was not offering any comfort, he seemed to be in shock.

Esme handed the plate of small sandwiches to Bella then rushed to the kitchen and back with a cup of tea. "Bella, dear, you must eat something. Carlisle will be home soon. He told me he had a plan he wanted us to listen too." She had all their attentions sans Edward. "You will call the pack, they will listen as well." Her last statement had them all exclaiming.

Rosalie snarled, "What! Have you all gone insane? We already have the Volturi after us because of this" here she pointed at Bella, who seemed to shrink in herself, "and now you want to bring the mutts into our home. If the Volturi know we are in contact with them it will make the situation worse."

Esme was about to respond when Alice spoke up. "And my sight doesn't work with them present. We need every advantage we can get not a hindrance. Not to mention that they are a bad influence on Bella."

Esme was again unable to respond with Bella exclaiming, "They are my friends. But yeah, I know that they don't stand a chance against the Volturi. I should speak with Jacob and tell him what's happening."

Jasper spoke up. "No Bella. I don't think that's fair. While I don't particularly trust the wolves I agree that they can even the odds. However, Esme I believe that Alice is right. Having them and us under the same roof will not be acceptable."

"Jasper no! They aren't a part..."

"Isabella I'm afraid that you made them a part of this the minute you met them and acknowledged what they are and when they were aware of what we are. Now I'm sorry but this is not your decision to make. We will decide as a family once my husband is gets here."

"Dear, then we should get started. I have much to say." Carlisle came over and kissed on the cheek. Then gathered me up. I let go of all the nerves I had and settled in his lap. I could tell Bella was a little disgruntled although whether it was from my previous statement or the fact that my son had not cuddled her as the rest were. The only good part was that Edward had come to life the minute Carlisle had come through the door. He was looking at him intently and with a strange look in his eyes, a mixture between awe, disbelief and nervousness.

Edward couldn't believe it. Carlisle wanted to bring outside help. And old friend of his with magic. Someone that Carlisle believed would make a great mate for him. A part of Edward felt he should be outraged that he would assume he would be receptive to a stranger being his mate and leaving Bella behind, but another did start to realize that Bella hadn't been feeling like his mate. He felt excited. He knew that Jasper was probably very confused by the onslaught of emotions coming off of him but he couldn't help it. He felt like shrugging off Bella's hand on his arm but decided against it. Despite his feelings he still needed to get her safe, then he would break it off with her. He waited impatiently for Carlisle to continue.

"All of you guys please quiet down and listen. Don't interrupt me because this is extremely important. I just got back from the UK, to a school there. It's called Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There I spoke with Albus Dumbledore the current Headmaster and also a longtime friend. I went to him after speaking with Esme about our concerns. We think that we need help and witches and wizards can be our advantage. The reason that you might not know about them is that they usually stick to magical areas and those that do venture out, tend to keep away from vampires. There's a stigma that vampires are dark creatures and reputations can be tarnished if a light wizard is seen with a dark creature. Now regardless of that, Albus has agreed to help. However, he can't leave the school unattended and so has decided to let one of his prized student come to our aid. His name is Harry Potter, he has just turned 17, the age of maturity in the wizarding world. A thing about Harry Potter that you must take into consideration is the following. He is famous. Firstly, for being the only person to survive the killing curse but then because he is the defeater of the same person who attacked him. He was known as the Chosen One, Golden boy, now he can be referred to as the Man who conquered. I've learned from Albus that although he is very sure of himself and trust me that's and improvement from his previous disposition he is very humble, very protective, he doesn't like the fame so you would all do well to not fawn over him. I know I've probably left you with more questions than answers so Albus suggested I give you these books to look over." He handed them out. "Please read them then swap. I was going to ask your opinion on this, I truly was but I feel that this is the right thing to do. Harry is our best hope. Besides the minute I told Albus of our situation he insisted. You can't dissuade him afterwards."

"Carlisle," Jasper asked, his commander instincts coming into play. "Are you sure that this Harry Potter can really help? And what about the wolves?"

"Well, we should talk to them about it. Bella why don't you call them to come here." While she left to make the call Carlisle lowered his voice for their ears only. "He will also be very important to our family. Take that as you will, you will learn more in the future. Alice, he is actively blocking you, seems he doesn't really care for seers. Please understand that the reason for that you will soon learn."

Carlisle settled back and gathered Esme closer.

"When will he be there Carlisle?"

"In an hour. Prepare yourselves. We need help."