I wanted to get far enough away that I could let my mind run free. Without Edward probing around, before I could even say anything Alice turned around and yelled back.

"We're going hunting for a bit. Be back later Jazz" in her singsong voice.

I had to hand it to her, sometimes she came in handy. We were off and running right away. Even with everything that happened today Alice was still in her chipper mood.

"So, you leave in two days." she said with a grin

"Is that so? I asked shocked even by her.

"Uh huh. You will stay at Esme's place. I have arranged a car to drive you around, for appearances obviously. I know where you need to go it's better to run. But he is there, the house is cleaned and stocked and well I think that is it." she said trailing off.

"Oh, you mean you didn't pack for me?" I asked jokingly

"Well, duh. If I did that you wouldn't have a reason to shop. I mean it can't be all work no play. Besides you will owe me a very nice souvenir upon arrival. So, shop wisely."

"I will definitely do that." I said smiling at her.

"Alice? Are you worried about Nessie and Jake?" I asked even though I should have probably just stayed out of it.

"Yes and No. I am worried because I can't see anything. I am worried at what our brother may do to the poor pup. But I know that Jake is a good guy. I know he had to have his reasons, he would never do anything to intentionally hurt Ness. I have faith it will all work out." she said still smiling.

"Oh and do not let him get to you. You aren't being selfish, or at least I don't think you are. You have every right to be happy right now. You have

been sad for so long. He has gotten everything he ever wanted and more, in fact we all have. You have always supported us and been there for

us, even though we all knew how sad you were on the inside. It's your turn for the happy ending Rose. You deserve this. Don't let him spoil it."

she said so sincerely as she grabbed my hand and gave it a gentle squeeze.

"Thanks Alice" I said returning her warm smile.

"Anytime!" she chirped back.

And just like that we were off on the hunt. I couldn't help but to think about what she had said. I wonder if she would have felt the same way if

she knew everything. If she knew I was part of the reason Jake was gone. I wondered how selfish I had become. I hated keeping secrets from

Emmett more than anything. But at the moment it felt even worse lying to Alice. Alice being the one who was making this all happen for me. Who is

supporting me and telling me I deserve this. I wished there were some way to let her know some of the truth without things getting ugly.

We didn't head back until Alice saw Edward leaving. Which was perfect for me. I went ahead and headed straight for bed. I needed to spend as

much time as possible with my man before I left. He was of course waiting for me with a smile.

"I missed you."

"I was only gone for a few hours silly" I said as I climbed into bed with him

"I always miss you. No matter how long you're away" he said as he gently kissed my head.

"Rose, I went ahead and called work. I asked to be sent out again for a month long shoot. I let them know afterwards I was going to be taking some time off, for maternity leave" he said through the biggest grin.

"Monkey! That is a great idea. Wow, I am so excited about all this. I hate leaving you again so soon, but when I am back we have so much to look forward too."

"I know babe. It will be hard, but worth it. Happily every after".......