*Author's note*
I started this before but I didn't know how to continue it so I ended up rewriting it again.
Chapter 8
Gas station (near a convenience store)
"I'm sorry…" was the first thing I heard from Bella as I approached her, I was about to hand her a cup of coffee. I let it stay in my hand for awhile…as I waited for Jaspers' reply.
"You don't need to apologize, Bella" he replied. Judging by his words and thoughts he really wasn't angry he was just really worried about Alice, even though she was also considered a formidable enemy, somehow in Jaspers' eyes she's someone that needs to be protected. I understood how he felt because that was nothing compared to how protective I was of Bella but there is a difference since Bella is really more vulnerable because she's human.
Although, I didn't have the right to criticize Jasper.
"But I'd like an explanation to why she needed to come with your friend…to Seattle of all places" The memory that the newborns all originated from that city was still imprinted on all of us.
"Well...everyone temporarily stayed there to keep one of my friends safe" Bella explained.
"Why do they want to kill this friend of yours?" Jasper inquired.
By that time, Rosalie and Emmett were standing next to me focused intently on the conversation.
"They think she may have broken some laws" It was like the way she explained it to me but with fewer details and the terms that she used was slightly different.
"What law is that?" Jasper asked…this topic may have actually stimulated his interest…he was not the type to be interested in a lot of stuff like Emmett…so seeing him curious about something is rare.
"Conceiving a forbidden child"
Everyone pondered on what Bella said. I could particularly read Rosalie's strong reaction; to her it looked more like a blessing than a casualty.
"Where does that singer come in?" She inquired.
"Layla…well…she's the friend and band mate of the husband of that friend…so…" she stopped her reply midway. Perhaps she wanted to say more but she probably didn't want to expose too much since it wasn't her story, an instinct of mine felt that she was still hiding some details.
Oh, so that was the connection it was a far one but I guess the girl and that Layla get along or something.
"Layla…isn't that that one of Eric Clapton's songs?" Emmett asked.
Bella nodded and she was surprised that he actually knew a song of Eric Clapton; I was a bit surprised myself.
"I hear Rose listening to it a lot" he explained as he grinned at Rosalie.
Rosalie frowned at first but after awhile she showed him a small smile.
"I was supposed to go with her but Alice convinced everyone that she would be the one to accompany her"
"That would be more dangerous…it was the right choice" Based on that answer and his serious expression Jasper finally released the tension he was feeling.
"We should get going" Jasper declared…
"Thank you for explaining Bella, don't worry we'll definitely protect your friend"
I saw Bella smile for a second. I was planning to say that but not right away…Jasper beat me to it.
As we entered the car…Bella said…
"Um, there's a sudden change in route, their in Seattle now"
Emmett just grinned…
"Seattle it is"
Room 707...(story is in Alice's POV again)
"Uh…hi, I'm Alice Cullen" I greeted. Was I suppose to curtsy or bow? This was really awkward…
I was attempting to go with the bow but before I could…
"Bryan" the long-haired man who opened the door for us said as he offered his hand and I shook it gratefully.
The two men who were having a conversation approached me next…
"Nick" the blond one said flashing a grin…taking my hand and before I was aware of it we were shaking hands already.
Next was shades-guy, "Paul" he smiled and offered his hand. His voice was deep but mellow.
The men seated on the chair stood up.
First was the guy with the padlock on his neck. "Kevin" he said and instead of offering his hand he added "Nice to meet you"
The short-haired blond with a small frame was next he smiled sheepishly, "Dan" and he bowed in a way that I was attempting to do before they introduced themselves.
The youngest one with the pretty eyes handed me a card…In elegant-printed letters 'Tristan'
Services, 10,000 per night…
I wanted to blurt out a 'what' since when I first saw him I thought he was an innocent teenager.
"Call me when you want" he whispered in my ear before the cat-eyed short-haired girl smacked him on the head.
"Drop dead" she said. Her voice was husky.
"The name's Nicola, Alice" her words and actions indicated that she was a woman with pride but her smile was gentle and kind.
Bryan ran to the seats to help the pregnant girl stand up…
I guess this makes him the father…
"I can manage by myself" she insisted…She smiled at me and her smile was…well…cute. It had an element that just captivated you.
"Rika" she said extending her hand.
Despite her round belly, it seemed as if her whole body was still that of an not pregnant woman…The warmness in her hands were similar to when I gave Bella a hug…She didn't mind that I was so cold compared to her.
All they knew was my name but I didn't actually know how to explain…should I say…
'Hello, I'm Bella's future sister in law or something like that or I'm the sister of the vampire Bella's marrying???'
"I never thought that I'd meet a vampire in my whole life" the cat-eyed, husky voiced female declared.
Everyone else agreed with her statement.
How did they know these things? I was still a bit shocked but after seeing that Layla could figure it out why couldn't they as well?
Surprisingly, everyone was calm and they didn't show any signs or faces of hostility, if every person reacted this way maybe it wouldn't be bad to expose our existence.
But like the way it was before, I couldn't see any future about any of them….This was probably their similarities with werewolves but they definitely smell better.
I wanted to ask the reason for going here but it didn't seem appropriate. The only fact that I knew was that I was here to help and assist someone which was probably Rika…but why would a pregnant woman need so much assistance?
"Has the enemy made their move?"
"Some members of the council are still arguing that this isn't the right choice but those stupid elders will make a wrong decision as usual" Bryan replied, clenching his fists…I could see the veins showing…He was holding back from sheer anger.
Rika put her hand on his balled first.
"Will Bella be following?" Nicola inquired…
I didn't know the answer myself…but I saw a future that they were already making preparations to go here…last thing I saw was them in a gas station…I can still remember Jaspers' worried face…
"I think so" I answered.
"We'll definitely kill anyone who even tries to lay a finger on you!" Nicola declared as one of her hands lovingly cupped Rika's cheek. They definitely had a strong bond which even seemed stronger than the one Rika and Bryan have.
I did notice something from the moment I saw Layla until the moment that I entered this room…their scent was intoxicating…Seriously, they smelled like Bella…(not the same exact smell but the same aroma) Had I not gotten use to Bella's scent I would have PROBABLY attacked them…but after learning about the danger they were facing…my resolve was made up I would do everything to keep them safe not only for Bella but for my own conscience as well.
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*Author's note*
This was a very serious chapter…and it was full of drama and stuff so I hope it wasn't too boring…sorry for the slow update….
