Chapter 4

BPOV

The next morning I was up and about by 7 o'clock and got myself showered and dressed before placing the last remaining items in my suitcase. I then smelt something delicious travel through the air, I followed the aroma downstairs and was surprised to see mu... Renee was up already making breakfast. Geese I'm still not used to that, to me she'll always be my mum but I guess it'll sink in within time.

"Morning baby thought I'd make you your favourite, blue berry pancakes just the way you like them" she said placing the plate full of pancakes on the table, I then smiled and thanked her before tucking into my fantastic breakfast.

An hour and a half later myself, Charlie and Renee were at the airport where I'd gotten my ticket and was now at gate 11 waiting to be let on the plane. We were exchanging our last goodbyes as Renee put it, but I specifically told them that I would come back and visit during the holidays. Charlie said it wasn't necessary and to just enjoy my new life, but me being me I didn't listen.

"Hey we got a surprise for you" Renee said with glee, she reminded me of Alice when she bounces up and down like a kid hyper off coffee. She glanced at Charlie who had his hand in his pocket and then pulled out a square red box and presented it to me. I gently took the box from his hands and slowly opened it, my eyes lit up at what I saw. Inside the box was a white gold heart shaped locket on a gold chain, along the front were little circular patterns with some crystal blue diamonds. It was completely and utterly beautiful, and also seemed very expensive.

"Look on the inside" Renee said pointing at the locket. I took it from its box and eased it open, my breath caught at the sight that was beholden. There in the right side of the locket was a picture of myself, Renee and Charlie from when I was younger and on the left side next to the photo were the words 'Forever family' cleverly carved in.

Tears were now leaking from my eyes. Ok I take it back this was beyond the most beautiful amazing heart touching gift I had ever received. Renee then took the locket from my hands and moved my hair across my shoulder to fasten the chain around my neck so the locket was now resting perfectly on my chest.

"Thought we'd get you one last parting gift, so when you wear this we'll always be with wherever you go" she explained with adoration.

I gave them both a huge hug and thanked them not only for the beautiful necklace, but also for being in my life. Just then my flight was called out announcing it was time to board. This was it, I gave both Charlie and Renee one final hug and kiss on the cheek telling them how much I loved them and would miss them as the three of us broke down sharing one more moment together as a family.

It was then time for me to go so we released each other as I walked over to my terminal showing the steward my ticket. I then looked back and gave my adopted parents one last wave before walking towards my future.

Elena's POV

I was so excited yet nervous at the same time, my sister was going to be arriving in a few hours. I told everyone including Jeremy, Jenna, Stefan, Damon, Bonnie and Caroline the shocking news yesterday and I think its safe to say that they all had the same reaction, literally. When I'd finished explaining their mouths were hung open, I wish I'd had a camera because it had took a few minutes for them to say anything.

They were all willing to help me make her feel comfortable here, well I wouldn't vote Damon's type of welcoming cause god knows he'll do anything to get fresh meat into his bed. Which I had warned him about, I precisely laid it out and warned him that if he did anything to upset Isabella I would never forgive him.

I'm currently waiting at home along with Jeremy whom kept staring out the window waiting for any sign of our sister while Jenna was finishing making up the spare bedroom that would now be Isabella's. John had gone to pick up Isabella from the airport, he said her plane left Forks earlier this morning so we should be expecting her soon. I'm a complete nervous wreck.

I had decided that maybe it was best to not tell Isabella about our current involvement in the supernatural world because I just couldn't burden her with it, not my little sister. Yes John had told me that Isabella was a year younger than me, not that I see much of an age difference but either way I would have to make sure she was safe and protected, especially now since Elijah and his witch's were in town. He did however give me his word that he would help protect my loved ones, so I'll have to talk to him about that.

Twenty minutes later I was still walking back and forth when from out of nowhere I heard "Elena! Their here!" Jeremy yelled, I ran to the window and saw it was John's car pulling up. She was here, Isabella, my sister was here.

BPOV

After what I think was a 3 hour and 45 minute flight, I wasn't too sure cause I'd fallen asleep, my plane landed at the terminal. Once I was off the plane I picked up my belongings from the carousel and walked to the front entrance of the airport where my father would be waiting.

I stepped through the automatic doors, but then came to a stop when I heard a voice call my name.

"Isabella?" I looked to my right side to see a blonde haired man who judging by his age looked to be in his mid 30's, hey it was just a guess.

"Yes" I replied, the man seemed to be in shock as he looked at me in awe.

"My god, you look just like your mother" he whispered but I managed to hear it.

"D-dad?" I asked hesitantly struggling to get the words out, he then nodded his head and brought me into a gentle hug. It was a bit awkward at first, but I'll get used to it. He is my father after all. We stayed like that for a few more minutes before he brought me to arms length and lightly kissed my forehead.

He then grabbed my bags and motioned me over to a black Mercedes car where I got into the passenger seat while he placed my things in the trunk of the car before getting in and drove us to my new home.

Through the rest of the journey we took the time to catch up, John asked me about my life and how he wanted to know every little detail. So I proceeded to tell him everything, of coarse leaving out the part of how I was involved with vampires and shape shifters.

So we spent some time bonding with one another. I learned about him and how he was on the council, but even more about Elena and Jeremy. How they were doing really well in school, how my sister was a loving caring person and how Jeremy seemed to be maturing into a grown man. It was great to know about my family, make's everything worthwhile.

We soon came to a pleasant charming looking neighbourhood where the weather was fantastically warm and sunny, 'well this certainly beats Forks' I joked to myself. John drove up a few more blocks until we came to a stop outside a beautiful house.

"Welcome to the Gilbert residence" my father said with a smile before getting out the car.

My stomach started churning, I was more nervous than ever. What if they didn't like me? Would they turn me away? John interrupted my train of thought as he opened the car door for me.

"Are you ready?" He asked and all I could do was nod and got out the car, I went to retrieve my bags but he beat me to it.

Just then the front door of the house opened and two people stepped out in a scurry. I gasped. The first person was a girl who looked no older than me, she had long brown straight hair. The other person was a boy who was a little taller than the girl but still very young, he had short brown hair.

They walked down the steps towards us as John came up beside me with my things. "Ah here they are" John announced motioning towards the two teens with his chin held high.

As soon as they got close enough John started speaking again. "Elena, Jeremy I would like you to meet Isabella. Isabella this is Elena and Jeremy" I hadn't taken my eyes off them, even when he introduced us. I just couldn't believe I was actually meeting them for the first time.

"Hi Bella, it's...just...so great to finally meet you in person" Elena said politely with tears stinging her eyes, and mine too.

"Its great to meet you too Elena, and you Jeremy. Being here with you both now I... I'm home" my voice broke and out of nowhere Elena and Jeremy both launched themselves at me, engulfing me into a warming family embrace. Yes, I was home.

Authors note: awww tearful ain't it, family reunion at last.

So what did you guys think of this chapter, let me know your thoughts.

I didn't have Jenna in this chapter because I wanted Bella to meet Elena and Jeremy first, but don't worry she will meet her aunt in the next chapter. Now some people are wondering how Elijah and bella will pair, well can't really answer that cause that's a surprise, but all I'll say is this. Elijah and Bella will be meeting soon so get excited because you're in for a treat.

In the next chapter Bella will meet the gang.