I had totally meant to post this yesterday, but my brother and his fiancée came home, and I ended up forgetting all about this because of that. We were talking about the wedding and stuff, so this was really at the back of my mind. =) Sorry!

So, here it is now. This was beta'd by the awesome Why Fireflies Flash.

Oh, and any important announcements will be made at the end of the story... so look out for them.


Chapter VIII.

Esme's Reaction to Renesmee.

Pure Gold.

I have to admit, I was shocked when I found out about Bella. I was hurt, because of how everyone seemed to be against the baby. Then, a part of me, though I didn't want to be, was jealous. I knew it was irrational, but I had always wanted a baby with Carlisle, and it was impossible.

But Bella got a wish that she didn't want.

So yes, a part of me was jealous.

But I continued to support her, because I wasn't a selfish person. She would be able to pull through, I knew this for a fact. My Carlisle, and my son were capable people, I knew if they were determined enough, they would succeed. And they were determined.

We hadn't planned for Carlisle and I to be away, but when we came back, we could hear Bella's change take place. The venom had worked its way into her system and her heartbeat was as strong as I had ever heard it.

What I hadn't expected was how gorgeous that little baby would be.

On the third and final day of Bella's transformation, Nessie had grown so rapidly, the little thing had a tuft of bronze coloured hair on top of her head that showed the beginning of beautiful ringlets.

Her face was small and round, her cheeks a rosy pink due to the blood that pumped through her veins.

She was so completely beautiful. Even more so than my little Henry. Though I knew I shouldn't be saying that about my baby, I couldn't deny it. She was the most beautiful baby I had ever seen.

Only yesterday I had bounced her in my arms, lulling her to sleep with one of Edward's songs. She looked so peaceful and gorgeous as she slept.

I was also astounded by her gift.

Her amazing ability to relay her thoughts to me, through her touch. She'd place her hand on my cheek and I'd see an image of what she wanted. Whether it be her Father, or blood, or sleep. Sometimes it would be for me to sing a song to her.

Jacob, who had imprinted on her, had given her the nickname "Nessie," which she adored.

They both got on so well.

Jacob adored her, he treated her like his little sister.

Edward had explained to me that he would change his mind according to what she needed. At this age, she needed a brother, so that was what he was. When she needs a friend, he will be there. And then, when she is of age, he'd be the person for her.

Emmett and Edward had bets on how Bella would react to this news. I told them I didn't want them gambling, but of course, they threw that innocent piece at me and I gave in.

Renesmee had asked several times about her Mummy, but we would just explain to her that she would be back soon, that she would meet her soon.

The gorgeous little thing was asleep in Rosalie's arms when we heard the sudden change in heartbeat.

After kissing Nessie's forehead, I darted upstairs to see Bella for the first time in her new vampire life.


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