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CPOV

I tried to keep myself busy the best way I could, taking extra shifts at work. It seemed to be only thing that kept me going now a day.

I hated to be a negative person, it wasn't my thing but it was hard to remain positive being in the situation I was in. Being left in Forks without my family, trying to keep a hold on things as well as fix Bella.

One thing I was learning through this experience was just how miserable life for a vampire without company could be. However, I tried to keep my focus on the positive. By staying, I would be helping Bella cope as well as possibly saving a couple more lives a day at work.

I walked my current patience, Mr. White; back to the lobby to get check him out. He really was an inspiring man. He was the kind of guy I always hoped I would grow up to be as a human.

Here he was in his late fifties fighting cancer and still happy as ever. He told me his fourth grandchild was due any day now. If there was one thing I envied humans for it was to have the ability to bring another human into this world and get to see them grow and accomplish great things.

It was a great feeling knowing I was prolonging his life to see another life grow.

"Everything looks good Mr. White and I'll see you in a couple of days for your re check." I announced as we reached the front desk. "Thank you." He said genuinely giving me a small smile.

I smiled warmly back at him. "My pleasure." I Handed his chart to the nurse be hide the desk about to hid back to my office, when suddenly a strong, sweet scent hit me.

I took a deep breath enjoying the sweet aroma, when I realized who the scent belonged to, a smile immediately spread across my face.

I slowly turned around to see Bella seating in the waiting room. I was surprised and somewhat excited to see her again. One, I was grateful she wasn't hurt and two; it felt good to see her again.

A small smile graced her features as she saw me coming over but just as quickly as it came it went. Sure it was a small smile but I would take it. Any smile was a step up in my book. I was just glad to see her actually getting out and doing things now.

"Bella, what a nice surprise." I greeted. Bella looked up at me in a daze. "I've never seen you work before, you seem so- She looked stumped over what word to use. "Human?" I said trying to fill in the blank. She lightly snickered at this. "Yeah."

I joined in, in laughter finding the amusement in it as well. It was good to see Bella laughing again, to see the kid side of her again.

Once our snickers died down the quiet returned. I started to wonder why Bella was there, seeing that she wasn't hurt. She must have caught on because the next thing I knew she started to explain herself.

"I thought I would take you up on your offer." She stated in a calm voice. I looked back at her in total confusion. I had no clue what she was talking about.

What offer?

I felt bad seeing the disappointment wash over Bella's face as she realized I was lost on the subject. I didn't want to admit to Bella I had other things to deal with other than her but it was the true. I had my time devoted to my family and work and now Bella.

"You said I could come anytime if I wanted to see you." She informed me, sounding a little rejected. That was the last thing I wanted her to feel. I nodded back recalling the talk I had with her just a day ago.

"Ah, I have a couple more rooms, give me a few minutes." I said giving her the best smile I could, trying to make her feel better. She nodded quickly in response as I headed back to work.

I worked as fast as I could trying to keep to my word but as one walk in patient after another came through the door, I couldn't make my deadline even at my vampire speed.

I hope Bella won't be to upset.

Once done, I quickly headed out to the lobby hoping Bella would understand the wait. A weak smile spread across my face at the sight in front of me. Bella was sitting back on the couch as her eyes slowly closed shut only to pop back open.

She was clearly fighting her sleep. I started to wonder if I should just leave her to sleep, she clearly needed it. Lord knows when she last had a good sleep.

As much as I knew she needed her sleep I knew she needed company more at the minute, sleep would have to wait. I headed over to her making my presents known.

"Come on let's go. I'm sure your probably starving by now." I said noticing Bella's weak figure. She quickly sat up, now alert. "I could eat." I gave her a weak smile holding the door open for her.

The whole time at the restaurant neither one of us talked, which was fine by both of us. It wasn't an awkward silent; it was actually quite peaceful to be able to have some company for a change. It was also great to see Bella eating something. I was starting to worry about her fragile body. I wasn't sure how much more abuse it could take.

After lunch we headed back to the car, but I wasn't ready to go back yet. I wanted to make sure Bella would be okay once we went our separate ways. I knew our time together meant a lot to her and I couldn't handle it if she ever did something to herself.

I stopped short of the car, leaving Bella puzzled. "You mind if we walk a little bit?" I asked hoping she would say yes.

"Don't you need to get back to work?" She asked still clearly confused by my actions. "They'll be fine without me for a little bit longer, besides there are some things we need to talk about." I insisted, hoping she would get the point.

She nodded in agreement, looking relieved. I lead us down a pathway full of trees and brushes making it look like a secret trail. Bella stayed close to me as we walked in silence.

I tried to think of the best way to answers the questions I'm sure Bella's had, without getting her too upset.

I waited for Bella to start be she remain quiet as if she thought I could read her mind. Even though I was pretty sure what her question were going to be I wanted to be sure. "So, are you going to ask me?" I questioned with a smirk on my face.

She looked back at me hesitant at first but soon worked up the courage to ask. "Why are you here, really?"

I stopped in my tracks hearing the anxiety in her voice. Seeing a bench just a couple feet away, I gestured to it, knowing this could take away to explain. Bella impatiently sat down waiting for me to start.

I took a seat next to Bella as I began to clarify things for her. "Honestly, Edward asked me to make sure you were okay."

I watched as she clinched her fists looking madder than I ever seen her before. "What, so I don't get in trouble, like you're my babysitter?" She snapped. I sighed stressed out, seeing the strain this was having on her poor body, she was practically panting in anger.

"No, he just wanted to make sure you would be okay on your own. He didn't want to leave, none of us did." I said trying to soothe her with my words.

Bella's clenched fist suddenly turned limp as well as the rest of her body as she began to sob. "Then why did he leave, huh?! She questioned as a tear rolled down her cheek.

I couldn't stand to see her in anymore pain. Bella sat back letting a tear fall down her cheek. I slowly lead closer to her eyeing her tear cover cheek, gently whipping it away.

"That's something only Edward could tell you." I replied taking my hand away from her cheek.

Bella instantly turned to me curious. "What about you?" It was now my turn to be the puzzled one. "What about me?" I asked confused.

"Your family, Esme?" Bella blurted out, remembering the rest of the family.

I nodded knowing what she was getting at. "Well, they understand I'm needed here right now, they seem fine with it. I think their glad that someone is watching over you, to know that you're okay." I said truthfully.

Bella harshly laughed at my comment. "I'm not okay; I haven't been for a while." I looked her over trying to give her an assuring smile. "In time you'll heal."

"I hope so." She replied wrapping her arms around herself in a comforting manner.

Looking at my watch I realized I only had an hour left to my shift. I stood up offering Bella my hand. "Come on, I should get you back."

Although timid she took it moving off the bench. I didn't want to admit it but it was actually nice to have her hand in mine, feeling the warmth of her touch wash over me.

After I dropped Bella off, I decided to head home instead of going back to work. I knew the staff would understand it wasn't like I needed to hours and at the moment all I wanted to do was hear from my family.

I quickly picked up the car phone dialing Esme. She picked up after the first ring. "Carlisle, is that you?" She asked eager. I could help the smile that spread across my face.

Esme's voice was filled with such love and warmth, reminding me of how much I truly missed my family. Just a few weeks felt like years.

"Yes, it's me." I heard a heavy sigh on the other side; I know the time apart must be hard for Esme, we barely were apart. We never went more than a couple of days apart before. This was torture.

"I miss you." Esme breathed into the phone. I weakly nodded in agreement as if she could see me. "Me too."

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