Charlie was furious with all that he'd learned these past few days, and he definitely hadn't warmed up to the idea of me or any of my family really, in Bella's life, especially since we'd been so involved in it recently, already. He loaded us both up in the back of the police cruiser and glared at me in the review mirror. To make matters worse, as he turned the police lights and siren on, Bella just couldn't take it and so she turned into my chest, hiding her horror and embarrassment at this. I didn't mind that at all, other than the fact she was uncomfortable, but what was so awful about this choice of action is it made Charlie's face turn purple with rage!
"So, Char-"Seeing his expression I corrected my error,"So, Chief Swan, you don't seem to be all that happy with my families presence."
"And?" Charlie growled, Bella looked up at him a bit, though I couldn't see her expression at the time, I figured she was either concerned or curios - probably both.
"I was just wonder why and how we have upset you,"I answered truthfully. I really was curious seeing as he was not only about to give us all much need answers, but he also was Bella's father.
"Is that really a question?"Charlie pointed,"Cause I'll I'm hearing out of you is statements." He didn't feel like I deserved an answer I got from his mind.
"Dad, answer the damn question please because I'm really getting sick of your hostility towards my mate and future family,"Bella responded to my shock. Charlie was also shocked.
"Where do you get off with the idea you can speak to me like that young Missy?" Charlie questioned. Suddenly I knew Bella was ready to explode as I felt her tense form boiling.
"Where Charlie? Where do I get off talking to YOU like that?! Where do you get off talking Edward like that! I have been threw literal hell this past week and I've had no one but a freaking power, crazed, witch to turn to since I became her tool in training because I had no idea what I am! A few days ago I gave in to her demands and murdered two vampires, before that it was werewolf! So forgive me if I'm ready to get answers, especially when they have to do with fury towards the one figure who has been there and supported me since my change despite the danger and unknown! On top of that, your anger is misplaced as far as I can see! The Cullen family has only been helpful since it's arrival, especially Dr. Cullen might I remind you and they are all very good and amazing people." Bella's speech definitively surprised me to say the least, I was proud and honored.
"So yeah dad, I'm a little bit aggravated and don't see why I should treat someone who's acting so unjustly foul towards another that I love and value with calm and col respect," Bella finished coolly, but deep down I knew she was beginning to have reality catch up on her and feel guilty.
"Fine Bella, I'll tell you why I dislike the Cullen's so much," Charlie gave in gruffly, I could tell he was sad and proud of Bella at the same time."It honestly has less to do with them and more to do with the fact I was raised with all my friends from the Quilitine tribe who knew and hated vampires. When I became what you are now Bella, I was proud, eager, and angry all at once. I'd heard of the wolf legends and being me, a ambitious, egotistical, and simple-minded teenager I couldn't help but compare myself to the stories, a proud, animal-like, warrior, protecting people from the monsters that roamed the earth. It was like a dream come true in one way, but at the same time, it burned, I was savage, and I hated killing, even if it was monsters. Worst of all was knowing I was a pet, controlled by that old shadow hag, and I hated to make her proud.
"It was only later when I tried to pull away and control myself that I realized what I was doing was completely wrong and I was doing what she wanted, not what I wanted. I don't know or care to find out whether any super's have souls, hearts, or feelings, it's not my place and I want nothing to do with all of it. That's why I'm so against the Cullen's in my little town and I'm even the same with the pack though to a lesser extent.
"But on top of all that, you of course had to find your mate in a vampire and bring them back into my life, as if just gaining a mate wasn't enough to make me angry." Charlie commented.
Bella was spiteful at all this,"So I'm not even suppose to have a mate now? Am I suppose to be alone forever, is that what you want dad? Who said me finding my mate was ever about you?"
I didn't feel like it was my place to intervene, but I did sympathize with Charlie quite a bit, he was her father after all and it was hard for any father to see his daughter grow up and fall in love, but on top of that, it happened so suddenly. Plus the fact he'd had little luck with love himself and knew the crushing pain of losing it all. As for the vampire part...it was to be expected and to be honest, if I were in his shoes I'd take all this much worse I'm sure.
"It is so idiotic and petty of you to hold such prejudice against vampires dad, especially the Cullens. I hate to say it, but it is." Bella finished.
Charlie sighed, mentally admitting his daughter was right, but it was just so much to take in all at once - none of this was suppose to happen and certainly not yet, she was still so young. As for Bella herself, tears were flowing steadily and silent, over her cheeks and I couldn't take that, but I didn't know what to do with out upsetting Charlie again and restarting the whole event. I settled for rubbing her back and she leaned into me. The rest of the car ride was silent after that, but Charlie took of his lights once we got out of the traffic areas. He wasn't so angry anymore. I wonder what Bella was thinking...
I was surprised Charlie knew exactly where we lived, but then again he was the chief of police and had been what Bella is now. I wondered when he became it and how he became human once more, did he become human before we arrived? That would make the most sense.
Inside I could hear every ones thoughts as they listened to are arrival and waited. They all were bursting with questions and Alice had told them we were about to arrive seeing as she now couldn't see well, but she did see Charlie. Alice was exhausted and nervous, but eager as ever, Jasper was more vigilant, but also curious of coarse. Emmett was eager to see Bella again, he wanted a rematch, but that was definitely not happening as far as I'm concerned. He didn't really seem to get the bigger picture, that Bella was dangerous and in danger, but at least he already cared a lot for her. As for Rosalie...well, let's just say, Alice had foreseen her aggression towards Bella this time and had Emmett and Carlisle both keeping her in check while Jasper exhausted himself trying to cool the tip of her rage. Esme was so excited, but she was also concerned for Bella and eager to learn what she could do to help. Carlisle's dominant emotion was definitely curiosity, but he to was worried for my Bella.
Charlie came over and let me and Bella out, trying hard not to look at the two of us and get aggravated again, but he couldn't help but glance at are hands that were together as I lead Bella to the house.
"It's beautiful isn't it Ch-dad, truly a piece of art."Bella smiled, trying to lighten the mood. Charlie only grunted in response and mumbled a "Yeah, sure Bells."
Bella glanced down.
"It's okay love, he'll warm up to us, just give him a bit of time - it's a lot to take in."I reassured her softly, my voice to quite for Charlie to hear. Bella smiled and nodded looking up at me once again.
"I'm nervous to officially meet your family," she whispered back and I smiled warmly at her thoughts. I was glad she was officially meeting my family and I knew they already loved her with the exception of Rosalie, but, Rose is just Rose. "What if like don't like me, Edward?"
"I already know they do,"I returned, my mouth right next to her ear as I turned to her and stopped walking. Charlie chose then to check and see if we were following him to the door. "ethm," he coughed grumpily and shook his head as we pulled a part, his thoughts along the line of,'what am I going to do with the two of you.' Then, once he was satisfied he knocked on the door.
Esme was the one to answer and charlie couldn't help, but warm up to her kind and loving character,"Oh, Charlie Swan, it's so nice to meet you and Bella officially, I just know were going to enjoy each other's company and Bella is such an amazing girl from what I've seen so far. You must of taught her well."
I smiled at Esme as she guided him back in to our home.
"Is there anything I can do for you or get you to make you feel more at home?" I heard her ask as she led him over to the chair facing all my vampire family members. She smiled and winked at Bella as we entered, causing Bella to blush and wave slightly as she hid behind me just a bit and I smiled at that. This seemed perfect, even if their were troubles and secrets soon to be discussed. Bella seemed to be thinking the same thing I realized reviewing her recent actions and words. It was one of the many amazing qualities of my Bella, she could always make time to shed her worries and have wonderful moments between. She put all her trouble and worries all hold and was happy in this moment, even if she was shy and nervous.
I looked over to note who else was in the room here with us. I could already hear Rosalie and Emmett's thoughts up stairs as Emmett realized he couldn't leave his furious mate to go properly meet and talk to Bella, and Rosalie was even more furious at the fact she wasn't allowed down stair because she refused to calm down around Bella. I was slightly upset that Bella wouldn't see Bella as well now that I noticed. As for Carlisle, he was slowly walking down the stairs to come meet Charlie. As for Jasper and Alice, they were over in the corner waiting as well.
"Uh, no thanks, um,"Charlie began.
"Esme," My mother offered realizing he was at a loss.
"Esme," Charlie finished with a shy smile and slight blush.
"And I'm Carlisle,"My father offered his hand and Charlie shook it hesitantly.
"It's nice to meet you Doctor." Charlie returned with a nervous smile.
Carlisle chuckled,"You as well Chief." Carlisle turned to me and Bella, as was Esme already.
"It's nice to see you again Bella."He smiled,"This is our family, my wife Esme, Alice and Jasper, Rosalie and Emmett though they couldn't be here today, and lastly, Edward."
As Bella glanced over to Alice, Alice waved and Bella smiled eagerly - I know the will be great friends. Unfortunately I could tell that the news of Emmett and Rosalie's absence upset her, though she must of already known and Rosalie's name was a sore spot when it came to the comfort of Charlie in a house of vampires who were involved with his daughter's life so suddenly.
"It's nice to officially meet all of you and I'm so glad to be invited into such a lovely home," Bella smiled, stepping out from behind me.
"Oh dear, it's our pleasure, but thank you,"Esme replied and Carlisle smiled.
"So would you like to discuss matters now?"Bella asked nervous once more.
"Well are you hungry or anything, I want to know your comfortable first,"Esme pointed out. Bella smiled and blushed.
"I'm good, but do you have any bread or cracker by chance?" Bella asked bashfully. In the next second Esme was there with crackers and a slice of bread. Bella blushed as she took them and began nibbling on them. "Thank you."
"Anytime dear,"Esme smiled. Charlie also smiled though he'd been a bit startled by her speed.
"So are we to discuss matters here in the living room or somewhere else?"Charlie asked, ready to begin.
"Well, we could go to the dinning room, but if you would prefer here than yes,"Carlisle answered.
"Here is fine,"he replied. Then Alice and Jasper sat down on the couch way to quickly and Charlie jumped a bit, glaring at the two who quickly apologized. I led Bella over to the love seat next to it and Esme and Carlisle sat down next to Alice and Jasper on the couch. We were all facing Charlie in his chair and upstairs Emmett and Rose were listening.