Chapter 11
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Three hours, 25 minutes, 13 seconds...
That's how long Emmett's been in for his procedure. I know its long and extensive but it seemed as if I had been sitting here a lifetime. There were a million things I needed to tell him. I love you Emmett. Kellan wants you to be his dad. I can't wait to marry you. I think I'm pregnant...
I know that last one sounded off, but I'm about seventy percent sure. This scared me so much. I've been so stressed about Emmett and chemotherapy while trying to take care of our children and our new house. It was all just too much for me to handle right now. Right then and there I broke down. Sobs tore through my body and I shook. As my hands went to my sides to hold myself together, I felt my ribs. This situation put so much stress on me that I guess I wasn't eating as often as I should. That scared me even more. What if I am pregnant and not eating or taking care of my self right? Esme walked out from the hallway and saw me in the mess I was in. She came over and knelt in front of me while placing her hands on my shoulder in a motherly fashion.
"Bella, why don't you come to my office so you can calm down." I just nodded and Edward helped me towards Esme's office. I sat down on one of the comfortable looking chairs and she sat next to me. Esme took my hand and soothed me. "Bella dear, I know this is a tough situation, but I know there is something else wrong. Please tell me?" She said and handed me a tissue.
"Oh Esme, its just been so hard." I realized I wasn't crying anymore, but I was still shaking and stuttering. "I love Emmett so much and I want to give him everything, but right now I'm just not sure about me. I've been going back and forth between day-care centers, hospitals, treatment centers, grocery stores and its just to much." She rubbed my back and let me cry it out. "But Esme, the thing that scares me the most right now is that I think I'm pregnant again." Her face looked shocked but softened immediately. She reached towards her desk and took a pen and paper in hand.
"Bella describe to me how you've been feeling and maybe we'll run a test."
"Well Esme, I've been vomitting every morning and evening, my fatigue has heightened, I've been feeling more nauseous and my stomach has been bloating. Not to mention my hormone levels seem to be through the roof. I thought it was just stress but then it hit me that I felt this exact same way when I was pregnant the first time." She took notes quickly and correctly.
"Bella have you been on birth control recently?"
"No not since after the twins were born." It was as if I were being hit with a giant lead ball of realization.
"Well Bella, it sounds to me as if you are pregnant, but with everything going on around you, it could end very early." Esme said seriously. It's not everyday that the grandmother of your unborn child is telling you the chances of going full term are unlikely.
"Bella, this could work though if you just calm down and breathe. First we're going to run an ultrasound, but even if you aren't pregnant you need bed rest. Alice moved in to help you guys, let her do it." Esme almost scolded me at the end but she was right.
"Okay Esme."
In a matter of minutes Esme had me ready to go under for an ultrasound. Alice was already in the room next to me holding my hand. The cold goo was spread all over my lower abdomen. I closed my eyes in prayer of the future. Then I heard it...that single heart beat from the monitor. Alice as already jumping up and down and Esme looked as if she had joyful tears in her eyes. I did too.
"Congratulations...your a mommy." The technician spoke as she wiped the goo off my stomach and printed out a copy of the sonogram for me. Slowly I sat up on the bed and Esme came over.
"Bella this means strict bed rest and everyday calmness, we all don't want you to lose this child." She gave me a kiss on the forehead and then a copy of the sonogram and left. Alice bounced out of the room with me. It was kind of funny to watch her. Alice was only three months along and she was already showing. I softly chuckled to myself as she seemed to bounce into Jasper's arms.
My moment of joy stopped when I saw Carlisle talking to a somber looking Edward. One hand instinctively went over my heart while the over went over my stomach and I bit my bottom lip nervously. Edward noticed my arrival and moved to welcome me into the conversation.
"Edward, what's wrong? Carlisle is he okay? Please I need some answers!" I anxiously spoke. Both of them chuckled slightly and I gave them an icy look.
"Bella, Emmett's fine, Carlisle was just talking to me about medical school."
"He's fine! Oh, can I see him Carlisle?" I must've seemed like a little girl on her way to the candy shop.
"Just give him a few minutes Bella to get to his room. But other than that the procedure worked really well. There's only a very small percentage of the cancer left...about three percent." I hugged him as a smile brushed upon my face. Then I hugged Edward and the kids were awake so I gave them the biggest hug and kiss on their foreheads.
"mommy stop!" Kellan giggled.
"Never, I love you all to much." They both laughed.
"Is Em okay mommy?" Kristen asked.
"He's all okay now. Just one more week of hospital visits and he will be back to his normal self!" Those words soothed not only them but me. Jasper came over towards me and knelt to the kid's view.
"Okay guys, since you heard Em's okay we have to go home and I'll order some pizza!"
"Yay Jazzy!" Alice, Kristen and Kellan all spoke. I smiled and kissed all of them goodbye, but not before pulling Alice to the side.
"Ali, thank you so much for everything you and Jasper are doing. I really can't thank you enough." she pulled me into a hug and I hugged back.
"No problem Bella and I'll be sure to keep your little secret." I nodded and chuckled in response.
"Well I won't be so little for long."
"Good because I need someone to go maternity shopping with." Internally I groaned but it was all happy moments in my world right now.
When they left I went to my over sized purse and made sure I had everything. Before we left the house this morning I packed Emmett some sweatpants, underwear an undershirt and his favorite grey beanie. I wanted to make sure he would be as comfortable as ever. Carlisle led me to the room where Emmett was. I opened the door to see him looking very exhausted watching sports center. Ugh, boys will be boys.
"Hey Bella" His voice was rough and raspy. I just dropped my bag and took really big steps towards him. No words were said as I put my hands on both sides of his face and kissed him. Tears left my eyes and I swear he was too. But it's alright because we both had reason to cry. He was healthy and we could be together forever. Of course I had my other reason, but he wouldn't know for another two weeks. I wanted to pass the first trimester before anything.
"Emmett I love you. We can be together now."
"I know Bella, I know!" He hugged me. Some how I crawled onto the bed and fell asleep with my head on his chest. I guess laying in hospital beds together seemed to be our thing.
I passed my first trimester successfully. Not only would I still be taking very careful and extensive care but I would have Emmett by my side now. This was all going great. Sometimes I would just catch my self holding my hands to my stomach. When we slept Emmett would hold me too him and his hand would rest over my stomach as if deep down he knew. Usually I would smile and place my hand over his while my engagement ring sparkled in the moonlight. Of course I've blamed my small belly on stress eating, but he thought it was cute. My outfit even took away from it...kind of. Alice helped me pick out some black leggings and a greenish plaid shirt dress. I begged her to let me wear my converse and she agreed.
Today was the twin's birthday and we were throwing a small birthday party with just family and some friends. Emmett, Edward and Jasper still kept in touch with Seth, Sam,Alec,Benjamin, Demetri and Tyler. I invited some of my past friends like Angela and Jessica. They were married off and some even had a few kids. This party was going to be excellent!
Alice and Jasper showed up with Alice in full bloom. She looked wonderful pregnant as if she were made to be a mom. Her wardrobe even seemed to fit wonderfully. Jasper brought in six giant gifts along with two men carrying huge boxes one after an other in red and yellow wrapping. Alice directed them through the house to the backyard. Her canary yellow dress flowed perfectly and highlighted her huge bump already. Jasper of course was looking dapper in his white button down and jade green vest. He wore the brand new sunglasses I bought him as a thank you gift for watching over the twins.
After them Edward and Rosalie came in. Edward wore a white shirt under an open plaid button down. Rosalie, mine and Alice's new best friend, wore a sun dress that Kristen helped me pick out for her birthday. Edward and Jasper seemed to have the same idea of bringing in tons of gifts for the twins. The gift giving didn't stop there. As everyone came in they brought so many that it would take days to open them all. I guess keeping your kids in secret from everyone brings out the love at their first real birthday party.
Emmett and Edward were running the barbecue. Jasper,Alice and Rose were keeping the kids occupied in their jumper and tag games. The music was blasting and the party was in full swing. I caught up with all my old friends when the time for cake came up. Emmett and I went inside to get the cake I think now was the time to tell him. I looked around for the plates until I reached up for the top shelf. Emmett came up behind me and hugged me with one arm while the other took the plates down.
"Bella, I want to thank you for letting me celebrate our children's lives together. I love you so much. I love being a dad so much, I-" My lips cut him off and he smiled his goofy smile.
"Well if you love being a daddy so much..."I looked up at him right into his eyes. "Do you want to be one again?" I spoke softly with a happy tone. His eyes brightened in that moment. His smile grew wide and surprise covered his face.
"Really?! Oh My God Bella!!! I'm going to be a daddy ...again!" He laughed and picked me up then placing me on the counter. His nose nuzzled my stomach and he kissed it.
"You may not know me, but I'm happy you're there, I'm your daddy Emmett and we are going to be spending lots of time together." My smile was wide and he kissed me softly before Alice interrupted us.
"How about getting the cake now and spending the rest of your days in love...the kids are going crazy!" We laughed and hurried out onto the deck. Love is a funny thing when it works.
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