Chapter 9
Carsile POV
I just finished with another patient and decided to check on Charlie. Charlie Swan. Bella's father. He had a heart attack after Bella disappeared and months later went into a coma.
My family searched everywhere for Bella but couldn't find anything.
I walked to Charlie's room and was surprised to see a girl there sobbing. She was barefooted with jeans and a purple sweatshirt on. Her hair was a pretty brown and she was deafly pale. No heart beat. She must be a vampire.
"I feel so guilty this is all my fault." She cried. "How is this your fault?" I asked stepping into the room and making myself known. She froze for a moment before looking up and seemed shocked to see me. She had sunglasses on. She is probably a human eater then. "Hello. I'm Dr. Cullen." I introduced and stuck my hand out. She unfroze quickly and shook my hand. "Annabel Hale." She whispered. "What is your relation to Mr. Swan?" I asked. "I'm his niece." She said.
I froze. She had Bella's hair. Could this be Bella's daughter? "I don't mean to pry but do you or did you know Isabella Swan?" I asked. She seemed to freeze again and didn't unfreeze as she said, "No. Dr. Cullen."
Bella POV
I was frozen still. I was freaking scared yet angry yet sad yet in pain. Basically I am a mess. I decided to try to remove the conversation about me. "Do you know if he will come out?" I asked. "Miss Hale.. He is going to be put to sleep tomorrow." He said. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. I cant afford to lose my temper.
"The funeral is being held tomorrow also." He said quietly. I quickly looked him in the eye. "When and Where?" I asked. "Here." He said and handed me a note. It read:
Charlie Swan's Funeral
September 23, 2009
11:00am
Crest Church
Afterward all invited to the Cullen's house to celebrate the memories of the beloved chief of Forks.
I gulped when I read the last part. "Alright. Thank you Dr. Cullen." I said. "Tomorrow, Annabel?" He asked. "Yes, Dr. Cullen. Tomorrow." I said, and sped out of the room
The was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I ran out of the hospital and stopped in the parking lot when I realized I don't have anywhere to go. Where am I supposed to live? I guess I could go to Charlie's house.
I ran down with my bag on my shoulder to my house. I used the key under the eave to unlock the door. I ran up to my room and threw my bag down. I looked through the closet for some black clothes. I only found a black sweatshirt which I don't think would work for a funeral. Ugh. I will have to go shopping.
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I just got back from the mall and found a not bad outfit. It was a black flowerily dress with a black tie on the wait. I have a black pea coat to go over that. Black gloves, black sunglasses, black high heel shoes, a pearl necklace and bracelet and earrings. And a small black purse and hat. (PIC ON PROFILE)
I put them on my bed and looked at the clock. 12:05am. Ugh. What to do all night? Hmmm maybe I could take a super long shower? Nah. Then it hit me. I have no one. Well I still have Renee and Phil. But they are in Arizona! And my father is going to be put to sleep today. I slid down the wall and started dry sobbing.
When I was finished the clock said 2:38. I stood up and sniffled. Then I saw a memory.
I was laying on my bed. Edward laid next to me. "I love you, Edward." I whispered. "As I love you, my Bella." He whispered and kissed my forehead. "You should get some sleep." He said. "But-" "No buts. Goodnight love." He whispered.
I flinched and my hands automatically went around my middle where a splitting pain entered. A ran too the bathroom and locked the door. I again slid down the floor. I need to keep myself busy. I stripped and got into the shower. I washed with my strawberry shampoo and after I was done washing my hair, I just sat down in the shower and let the water pour on me.
"It's good to see you here, kid." Charlie said as I got into the cruiser. "Thanks Char-Dad. I am glad too." I responded. He started the car and we started to drive away from the airport. "Your hair seems longer." He commented. "Ya. I think I cut it since the last time I saw you." I responded. He grunted and continued with the road.
I shook my head and become very angry suddenly. "Why?" I whispered. "Why does everything good in my life disappear?" I screamed and punched the wall. Which I made a huge hole and now I can see outside. I sighed and stood up. I turned off the water and wrapped a towel around myself. I blow dried my hair quickly then walked into my room trying to fight off the memories. The clock says 4:55.
I slowly put on my dress, gloves, shoes, and jewelry. Then I paused to look in the mirror. I looked fine.. But I wish this wasn't what I was dressing up for. My eyes were pitch black as usual. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath then I reopened them. I put on my hat and sunglasses. Then I put on my pea coat. There, done.
I checked the time again to see 5:15. Ugh. I still have 5 hours and 45 minutes. What to do? I went to garage and got some plaster to plaster the wall back in the bathroom. By the time I was finished I have 4 hours and 43 minutes. Then I put some stuff in my purse. I put in some make-up, and some cash. Next I put my bag in my closet. I will come get it after the funeral is finished.
3 hours left. Ahhh! I think I am going to kill myself before then!! I looked around and was surprised to find some home video's. I took the longest one out it was 2 hours long! It was of the day I was born. I watched it and cried and was scared during some it. But I was glad to see it.
When I was done I ran upstairs to fix my hair and try to cover up the bruises under my eyes. They were horrible because I have never hunted. But nothing worked. Well it will look like I just couldn't sleep. I brushed my teeth and looked at the clock. 32 minutes! Hmmm now what? Ugh this is so aggravating. I started to sing to myself while I just walked around the house.
Today I'm going to a funeral
And all I wonder is why
Why does everything good in my life disappear?
I thought I was good
I thought I was nice
But I guess I wasn't
Because why does god punish me like this
I know I am a monster
But I have feelings too
I kept singing that song around the house. And soon I had 12 minutes. Then I realized I cant run there. Number 1, I have high heels on. Number 2, This is a small town. People are observant. The church isn't too far away but I guess I hate to walk. It's a good thing it's cloudy out today. I grabbed my purse and headed out.
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When I got there, there was already many cars there. I walked in slowly. And as soon as I was in the building all eyes were on me. I started walking a little faster and I went to the room where Charlie was. I could see his face in the coffin from how far I was. And I let out a sob. Then people I didn't notice turned around and saw me. And I was horrified to see Renee and Phil.
Before I could turn around Renee came over to me. "I met you before. Your Annabel." She said. "Yes and your Renee?" I asked, knowing the answer. "Yes. Why are you here?" She asked. "I was Charlie's niece." I said. "Niece?" She asked. "Uh yeah on his side of the family." I said. She just nodded and said, "I'm his ex-wife." "I'm sorry." I responded. Just then someone said, "May I take your coat, Annabel?" I knew that voice. Carsile. I didn't think he would come.
I turned around to see him and Esme. It pained me and I felt as if I could cry. I put my hand around my middle and flinched. "Annabel?" He asked worriedly. "No. I'm fine." I responded. I couldn't let my skin be exposed and by accidentally let my curse be known. "Alright. Well I'm Carsile Cullen and this is my wife Esme." He said gesturing to Esme. She brought me into a motherly hug. "Its good to finally meet you." She said. "Finally?" I asked. "Carsile told us about you." She said. I nodded. Us? The family? I gulped.
Just then I was looking at Renee when Esme said, "And these are our sons. Emmett and Jasper. And our daughters Rosalie and Alice." I froze. My brothers and sisters. I took a deep breath and looked at them. They all looked the same of course except they looked extremely depressed. "Nice to meet you." I said in a strangled voice. They all gave me worried looks but nodded. I wrapped my arms around my middle and noticed Alice eyeing my hands and having a puzzled/knowing look. Just then the priest showed up.
He talked on and on. And soon he said, "Now it is time for family to give their parting words." Renee went up. "Hi. I am Charlie's ex wife. Charlie was a good fellow." And that is how it went on. After Renee went, I heard a familiar voice in the back ask to say some words. And my jaw fell to the floor seeing Billy Black. He was sitting in the back with Jacob. Billy wheeled himself up and said some sweet things about my father. Then the priest asked, "Anyone else." Renee pushed me up. I gave her an annoyed expression which she couldn't see and stood at the podium.
"Hello everyone. I'm Annabel. Charlie's niece." I said and got read to go into a speech. "Charlie was a good guy. He really was. And anyone who lives in Forks should know that. Everyday he risked his life to save yours. I didn't know Uncle Charlie that well. I possibly visited him 5 times in my whole life. But I remember when I was little and I would go to his house he would let me stay alone during the day. And when he came home he would hang up his gun belt then take the bullets out of his gun. Next he would talk to me about my day then sit on the couch and watch a game." I said laughing a little. "If you knew my Uncle Charlie well then you know that he would never miss a game on television. He also loved to fish with Billy Black at ponds. And would never catch anything." I said, smiling.
"Uncle Charlie didn't deserve this fate. He deserved to live a long, wonderful, happy life. If I could do anything to bring him back. I would. Even if it meant sacrificing my own life for his. Chief Charlie Swan would be worth it. Thank you." I said and then we went to the grave yard. There they buried the coffin and I stood there staring at the ground. Then I felt someone put their hand on my shoulder. Esme. "I'm sorry for your loss." She said. "Thanks." I responded, still staring at the gravestone that read:
Charlie Swan
January 5, 1967 - September 23, 2009.
Chief of Forks Washington
It should say under that 'loved father' but no. "Come to our house. We are having the-" She started saying. "I know." I interrupted. "Coming?" She asked. Do I want to go? "Sure, I guess." I whispered, knowing she heard it. And I walked with her up to everyone else. I started walking towards the street. "Where are you going?" Rosalie asked. "To the sidewalk. I walked here." I responded. "We have enough room. Come in our car." Carsile said. "No. You don't have to-" I started. "We don't have to. But we want too." Esme said. I sighed and got into the car. It was so uncomfortable. No one talking the whole way.
When we got there I kept my hands around my middle as I felt we got closer to the house. Either he was here or he moved away. We walked in and the party begun. Emmett and Jasper was watching football. Feeling bored and lonely, I sat down with them.
Ronald Gores missed the pass. And I couldn't help but yell out, "Gores run back to the front line and fake a double then Tompkins will pass it to you and you can catch it and run before anyone tackles you." Jasper and Emmett were staring at me wide-eyed. "What?" I asked. They both seemed amazed and confused and said at the same time, "You understand football?!!?"
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Wow that was long!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What'd you think?!?!? I hope everyone liked it. I think I put a lot of details into this one. So.. Ya. Lol. PLEASE REVIEW!!!
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Love, Vanessa
(Vanessa Cullen 17)
