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Chapter 10: Esme's POV
It didn't take long for us to get home. Not with Edward's driving. Only about 30 minutes.
We pulled into our six car parking garage and got out. All of us helped carry in our groceries and walked inside the house. Then we got out everything and put it on the counter.
Bella started helping me out putting the food away where it belongs. I had to buy twice as much know because we have two humans living in the house.
Not just one anymore. But I was perfect okay with that. I love cooking.
I can tell Bella was starting to get excited to give Sophie her presents that Bella had chosen for her. She was a little anxious to. She wasn't sure if she was going to like them. I didn't need to have Jasper here to help me know that.
The three of us finally put the groceries away and all that was left was the presents we had gotten Sophie.
I heard Bella's phone go off. She looked at it and then started to text back that person. I looked at her with a raised eyebrow.
"That was Alice. They will be here by 7:00 tonight. They are in Seattle at the mall getting presents for Sophie. They want to meet her before dad puts her to bed." Bella told me.
I looked at the clock. It was 5:30. In just a hour and a half.
"Do we have to wait till the others get home? Can't we give Sophie our presents know?" Bella asked.
I looked at Edward and he shrugged. I don't think it mattered to him either way.
"Let's wait. It will make it more fun for Sophie. Let's go and see how she is." I said.
Bella pouted and crossed her arms across her chest. She huffed.
"Stop acting like a child. Let's go." I told her.
Edward left and took Bella's hand. They lead the way to the stairs.
I could tell Sophie was up even before I reached the top of the stairs. Thanks to my vampire hearing. We walked up the stairs and I knocked on the door.
Carlisle said "Come in."
We entered. Sophie grinned at us.
"How was your shopping trip?" Carlisle asked.
"It was very nice. We got a lot of things." I told him.
"Also, the others will be home by 8:00 tonight to. They want to meet Miss Sophie before we put her to bed." I added.
"Sounds good." Carlisle said.
"How are you feeling dear? Do you want anything?" I asked.
"Can I have some Apple Juice please?" Sophie asked.
"Of course. I'll be right back. I'll also bring you some crackers to." I said.
I quickly went down stairs. At human pace of course. I went and got some Apple Juice for Sophie and Bella. And a bowl of crackers for them to share. Then I placed it on a tray and went back upstairs.
Sophie had a big grin on her face. I put the tray down and looked at her with a smile.
"Miss Esme, guess what?" Sophie said.
" What sweetie?"
" Peter stayed the whole time! I also stayed in Mr. Carlisle's arms the whole time I slept." Sophie said.
"That's great. How about you and Bella snack on the crackers and drink your Apple Juice. I'll make you girls some dinner." I told her.
I kissed Carlisle (Sophie made the cutest face while we shared a quick kiss) and then I left.
I made my way downstairs and I decided to do a quick and easy meal. I decided on some Chicken Noodle Soup. I opened the can and poured the soup into a bowl. Then I put it in the microwave.
While I waited to the soup to warm up, I poured the girls some more Apple Juice.
I also put some more crackers in a bowl.
The microwave binged. Letting me know it was done. I carefully grabbed some hot pads and placed them on the bowl so I didn't get burned.
I put some soup into the bowls and then put everything on the tray. I carried it upstairs. Carefully.
Luckily the door was still open.
I placed the tray on the table.
"The soup just came out. Let it cool for a few minutes. So Sophie, are you ready to meet the rest of the family in a little while?" I asked.
Sophie nodded her head.
"They will love you. Let's see. You still have to meet Alice, Jasper, Rosalie, and Emmett. I think you have already meet Charlotte." I said.
"Jasper and Rosalie are twins. Edward, Emmett and Alice are brothers and sister." I explained.
"Bella is Edwards's girlfriend and practically part of the family." I finished.
By the time I finished talking, I figured the soup had cooled enough.
I grabbed the bowl and Bella took her bowl. I started to feed Sophie.
While I was feeding her, we were all talking and having a good time. Sophie didn't seem to be that shy around us. Which is good.
By the time we finished, it was 6:45. I could hear the others coming up to the front door, and then it opened.
Of course Emmett being Emmett shouted "Mom, Pops! We are back! Where is the little squirt?"
I heard them all coming in. Sophie looked at me startled. I put the bowl down.
"It's ok honey. That was Emmett. He isn't scary, I promise.
"They are back early." Carlisle said.
The children came up the stairs. Edward and Bella quickly went to Edward room go grab Sophie's goodies.