Disclaimer: Not mine. NOT mine. Not MINE. Hmph.
Isabella finally woke up, she was groggy and a bit disoriented, but not enough to cloud the memories of just last night. She had a breakdown when the Edward. Her Edward. But he isn't anymore. She can't think like that, or she'll just break into more and more pieces.
She was definitely shocked, that was sure. She never guessed that he would be turned into a vampire, least of all be one of Carlisle's sons.
Her head was hurting; she wasn't surprised of her fainting now. She understood completely; a new power manifested again.
Edward. She momentarily forgot about him through the hurting of her head. She remembered the conversation she heard just before she fell asleep again.
Just glimpses. I don't remember too much. Why? Were the words resounding in her mind.
I don't remember. That hurt, really hurt. But then again maybe this is payback for leaving him like that.
She felt herself starting to sob again, this time there was no Jasper to calm her down. (A/N: One of her powers was understanding someone simply by hearing their name, so naturally she knows that Jasper is empathic.)
By the noise she made, someone was bound to come up. She was right. As soon as she thought this she felt her become crowded.
"What's wrong Isa?" It was her brother's voice. He was hoping they could hear her voice again.
She tried to smile up at him and saw his usually cheery face, ashen and worried. Don't worry dear brother. I'm fine. No need to fret. She said, weakly.
Everybody in the room knew that the smile was forced, but they knew better than to disturb Aro. He chuckled at his sister's care for him, even though the one they we're supposed to be worrying about was her.
"You really are gonna be as stubborn as you seem, Isa," He smiled weakly at her; he didn't want her worrying about him anymore. She should be worrying about herself.
Isa flushed and looked down, that made Aro chuckle much more.
"Are you okay, sweetie?" It was Esme who asked, even for someone whom she only met for a few minutes; her voice was laced with concern.
I'm okay. Just a little tired, thanks for the concern, Esme. She smiled at the loving woman. She was all too fitting to be Carlisle's mate. She was happy for him. I manifested again, Aro. She looked up at his brother and saw him sigh.
"That again, Isa? For goodness sake, I thought I was gonna die of worry. No pun intended. Shall we go through this every time you manifest?" He was exasperated, he forgot about what day it is.
I can't help it Aro, it happens every time at this day of every year since I joined you. I didn't experience this before you know. She was annoyed, but mostly to herself. She didn't want her brother worrying about her and cussed herself for this episode.
Anyways, I'm fine. Aro threw her a look, but stood up to kiss her cheek.
"Will everyone, except Carlisle and Alice here give us a bit of privacy for a moment?" The others followed suit and filed outside.
"I know what's going on, Isa," For the first time, it was Carlisle who spoke.
Whatever do you mean? She was nervous, have they figured it out this early?
"Don't play innocent with me Isabella. I know what cause that incident earlier," His voice was stern, and he used her full name. That never turned out too well.
She glanced at Alice who was staring at her. She knew she recognized Alice from somewhere, but couldn't place where. Carlisle noticed her looking at Alice.
"She knows Isa. She figured it out," She momentarily forgot the matter at hand if not for Carlisle bringing it up again. She wasn't surprised Alice knew. She was a psychic after all.
I'm not really surprised about that. You are a psychic after all. She thought out loud to them. She noticed that Alice looked confused, and then she remembered that Carlisle hadn't yet explained their powers.
You're shocked to hear that from me, aren't you? Seeing as we went past the introductions stage.
Alice nodded, she was intrigued. I can tell each person's history simply by learning their names. That's why I know that you are psychic, Jasper is an empathy and, She gulped, but couldn't hide it, E-Edward is a mind reader.
"I was right," Carlisle spoke so softly that even a vampire couldn't have heard him.
"I was right," He spoke louder than before.
"Yes, Carlisle. You were right. I never would've thought the possibility. She never told me anything about him," Aro sounded solemn and somehow angry at the same time.
"We should tell him. I don't want to see Isa seeing her this way." Carlisle sounded sad.
"I don't know Carlisle. Maybe we shouldn't tell him yet, let him remember on his own," Alice added.
"But, Isa would be hurting. I don't want that. Do you want that Alice?" Carlisle spoke.
Isa saw Alice shake her head before finally realizing what they were talking about.
No, NO! Please, do not tell anyone. He doesn't even remember me. Please. She was sobbing lightly and Carlisle and Aro felt rooted to the spot.
Alice went to her and hugged her. Isa was shocked at the proximity but gladly took it.
"Don't worry Bella. It's okay," At the word Bella another round of sobs took over again.
The three didn't now what to do and just waited until she stopped sobbing.
I'm sorry everyone. I promise you won't see me like that again. She tried to smile at them and the three smiled grimly back at her too.
"Don't worry Isa," Alice noticed that the trigger for the sobs was the name Bella. "We won't tell anyone. We promise. Right guys?" She threw a look at Aro and Carlisle. They understood and nodded their heads.
Oh and please block your thoughts from E-Edward. I can help with that if you want, She was determined no one knew about this.
Oh, we can do blocking just about fine. Thanks for the offer anyway, Alice beamed at her, and Isa now felt comfortable.
She would wait. Whether or not he remembers. If he does then she would apologize for ever leaving him on the most crucial of times. If he doesn't, then he'll live on as if nothing ever happened. And she'll bear the pain. She will always be smiling. Never crying.