I realize that I have yet to post a disclaimer, so here it is:
I DO NOT OWN TWILIGHT
Only Alex, Ivan, and the plot line is mine.
Chapter 3: Back to business and catching up
(BPOV)
"Now, back to business." Alex said, opening one of the bags.
"It would be better if we split into two separate teams. I'll lead one, Alex will take the other." I held up my hand stopping the objections coming from Emmett and Rosalie. "We know more about the Fay and their weaknesses than you do. It will be better this way." Emmett seemed to accept this and nodded.
"Now, I want Emmett and Jasper to be on Alex's team, because you will be the weaker one." I continued.
"Why will we be the weaker one? If it's me and Jasper then we will be the stronger ones." He puffed out his chest to help make his point. Rosalie slapped the back of his head in response.
"Do you really need another demonstration?" I asked, raising my eyebrows questionably. I saw his eyes widen and his mouth form into an 'o' of understanding. Apparently he forgot about my little demonstration.
"First we will need to set up defenses. We think they will be here in about a weeks time. Now, the first thing you should know is that the Fey were never human to begin with, no matter how real they look. When you first see them they will most likely appear to be hikers. This is just an illusion, their glamour. They will be hiding their numbers and true physical appearances. We will lay a circle of salt around the perimeter of the house and reinforce the doors and windows with sheets of Iron. Salt is a purifying substance and will most likely dispose or weaken their glamour. The iron is an earth metal and will disrupt their power and strength even more. Some will not even be able to cross the iron in fear of being killed."
I pulled out a large canister of salt. The sheet metal that would cover the windows and doors were in another bag. I placed the salt on the floor next to me and continued to dig until I found what I wanted. I pulled out a browning high-power. The gun was usually in my shoulder hoister but today I though it would be best to go in unarmed. Well, beside the venom enhanced knives in my wrist sheaths. There was a whole department in the Bureau dedicated to weapon manufacturing. So far they had started to develop man made weapons and alter them to work against supernatural creatures. When it came to vampires, it was a simple case of making the weapon with donated venom.
The gun held led bullets. You could shoot the Fay with silver all day long and it wouldn't do you any good. Led was the only type of ammo that could kill or wound the Fey.
The Cullen's eyed the gun nervously. "If any one else wants one I have some extras. But the led bullets will either kill or wound the Fey. I won't be able to kill them all but it will take out a few of the leaders from a safe distance."
Jasper raised his hand and I tossed him the Browning and an extra clip. I handed Alex his own Firestarter and I took the other browning.
"Beside that, normal safety measures will be taken and we will devise a battle plan. Are there any questions?" I asked looking at the family.
No one said anything. "Okay." I said, settling back into my seat.
"There is one thing." Carlisle said motioning to Alex. "We will have to ask you not to hunt in the area while you are here." He was referring to the fact that Alex had red eyes unlike the others golden ones.
"That won't be a problem." I said, opening the bag again. "The Bureau owns a new blood plant. They have perfected this." I pulled out a blood pack with the PBI logo on it. I tossed it to Carlisle. "It's synth blood. What they do is they clone the blood that humans willing donate then they enhance it with drugs and chemicals that curb the thirst and make it so you don't have to hunt as often."
Carlisle had a look of utter astonishment on his face. "The Bureau has lots of branches that are dedicated to the development and creation of new weapons, devices, and tracking systems. Most of the technology is very advanced and we try to keep it hidden from the public so it gives us the upper edge." I explained.
"We have enough for the trip plus extra. So if you are interested you can try some fro yourselves. And if you want, we have shipping systems and I think we could get you on the list so you could get monthly deliveries."
Carlisle shook his head. "I don't think that would be the best idea."
"That's fine but if you ever change your mind then let me know." Carlisle nodded and proceeded to through the blood pack back to me.
And of course me being me, I reached out too far to catch it and ended up falling off the chair arm and landed face first on the floor. Alex reached down and helped me up. He knew just how clumsy I was and managed to hold back his laughter. Emmett on the other hand did no such thing.
"Awesome! You're still clumsy!" He joked. I rolled my eyes.
"Yes, I still have a little balance issues but it's not as bad as before. Between my change and the fighting classes I have been taken I only fall about once every two days now." I said proudly.
"Bella, you're as stable as a three legged horse." Alex chided me. I slapped the back of his head in revenge.
Out of habit I looked at my watch. I hadn't realized how much time had passed.
"Alex, we need to go and check into the hotel." I got up and started to collect the bags.
"Bella, why don't you stay here?" Esme asked. "There is more then enough room and we would love it if you two stayed."
Alex and I looked at each other. He just nodded, saying it was my choice.
"Sure" I said, "then well just get the rest of the bags."
"There's more?" Emmett asked jokingly.
"Of course there is. She is a girl after all." Alice said, defending me.
"This is Bella we're talking about." He retorted.
"I have more bags." I interjected before Alice could say anything else.
"You see!" She gloated.
"Theses ones wouldn't hold all of our weapons." I stated.
Alice got a look on her face that I couldn't quite identify. It seemed to be a mixture of confusion and astonishment. I guess I could understand. The last time they had seen me was when I was 18 and a small, defenseless human that wouldn't hurt a fly. Now I was a train assassin and carrying more weapons than the U.S. army.
Alex and I went back out into the truck and grabbed the remaining bags. There were just three other bags. One held a supply of synth blood and a few other weapons. The other contained all the iron we would need to barricade the house and the last one was for our clothes.
Esme met us at the door, her and Alice carrying the bags we had left inside. They lead us up the stairs and to the fourth story. All the walls were either white or a pale peach that matched the curtains and window shutters. It was an old Victorian style inside and out. The doors were big and clunky but beautiful. Most of them had carvings of animals and other pictures.
Esme led us to the last two rooms at the end of the hall.
"This one is for you Bella," She said motioning to the one closest. "And this one will be yours Alex." She pointed at the other one.
"Thank you Esme." I said as I walked into my room. The walls were a nice burgundy shade, with simple intricate patterns creating the boarder. There was a simple four poster bed in the far corner with wine colored sheets and black sating pillows. I let out a gasp as I spotted the rows of bookshelves. I could get used to this.
I quickly unpacked my bags, placing the small amounts of clothes in the oak dresser. I used the open areas on the bookshelves to organize the weapons and other materials I would need. I changed out of the heavy jacket, business pants and blouse I was wearing and into something more comfortable.
I ended up in a pair of jeans and a red tank top. I pulled my hair up into a loose ponytail and went to meet Alex. He was waiting for me out in the hall. His black hair fell in a soft fluffy mass around his face. He was clad in black jeans and a button down black shirt. He looked every bit like the assassin he was.
"Do you have everything?" I asked. He just nodded
"Gun?"
"Check."
"warrants?"
"Check."
"Led and Salt?"
"Check and check."
"Chinese food?"
"Just ordered it."
"Perfect." I grinned.
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