CHARLIE'S POV
Starts before Charlie answers the door
I feel so bad for my Bella. After nearly being run over at the beginning of last year to falling down a staircase after running away to being abandoned by Edward, I'm wouldn't have been surprised if she had hurt herself on purpose. I'm not saying I wanted her to. God no. She has been through so much though and anyone else would have done that.
I'm glad she has worked it out though. That letter confused the cheese out of me though. I mean who breaks up with someone because their parents are making them move, then hides her things in her floorboard and leaves a note saying he lied and that he loves her. It's just so confusing. Hopefully Edward will return soon and stay.
One day Edward will get down on one knee and ask my Bella to marry him. I hope Edward will be a gentleman and ask for my permission before, however, even if he does not I will still give my blessing because I can see that their feelings for one another is not lust but true love. Edward is it for my baby girl. When she and Edward marry she will no longer be my baby girl. She will always be my daughter but she will be Edward's from that day on.
I must admit at first I did not like the idea of him being Bella's boyfriend, never the less, that was because I could not stand to my Bella growing up and not needing her old man anymore. Consequently, I was harsh on Edward which may also have affected his decision on leaving Bella. From now on I will be more welcoming to Edward because he is much better for Bella than any of these insolent boys round town. Especially that Mike Newton boy and Tyler Crowley.
Knock, Knock
That must be the pizza. Speak of the devil and he shall appear. It seems the Newton boy is in need of extra cash. He wouldn't be delivering pizza unless he needs money. Unless it is just to go round to people's houses. If that is the case he better not try anything here otherwise I will arrest him on the spot.
"Chief Swan, here are your pizzas. That will be 9.99$. Two for one on a Thursday if delivery is longer than half an hour."
That's good. Pizza can be expensive these days. Wouldn't be able to keep affording new things if we got pizza more often. I'm glad Bella can cook or we would be starving ourselves.
"Thank you Mike. Everything ok? You don't normally work for the pizza place."
"Yes Chief Swan. I needed some extra cash because I wish to take Jessica out on a date next week but I haven't enough money. I decided delivering pizza this week would give me enough for my plans."
I heard Bella running down the stairs so took the pizza into the kitchen to get some plates and glasses out. I'm glad Mike has gotten over his fascination of Bella because I think it creeped her out a bit. At least he is going out with Jessica. They seem very similar. I heard the rumours of her trying to get Edward to go out with her, even when he was with Bella.
Where is Bella anyway? She probably fell over and started talking to Mike. He will want to know where Bella has been to pass onto Jessica to spread gossip. Knowing Forks like I do, everyone will have heard some rumour by the time Bella is back in school on Monday.
Crash. Bang. Bang.
What is going on?
As I stepped out of the hall I saw Mike Newton pulling Bella against him and leading her to the stairs. Bella seemed to be struggling and gagging as Newton squeezed her butt quiet hard.
I saw red. No one touches Bella like that. Grabbing Newton by the neck I yanked him of my sobbing daughter. I glanced round and sighted my gun. It was time to get down to business. Loading and pointing the gun at Newton's now fearful face I placed him under arrest.
Being a police officer had its benefits at times but its downfalls at others. This moment was a mix. I was glad I was the one to arrest the vile boy for what he did to Bella, but right now I wanted to hold Bella and comfort her. To tell her everything will be alright, and being in the police force I could stop Newton going near Bella ever again.
Just as I got off the phone with my deputy I turned to see Bella lose focus in her eyes and her breathing became ragged. Running to her side, her eyes drifted closed and she started to fall sideways. Before she could hit her head I reached out and held her in my arms. Keeping my gun pointed at Mike I held Bella to me as we waited for the police car to come and take Mike to the station.
I can't believe someone would do this. Not just to Bella but anyone. I'm so relieved Bella took the initiative to get my attention. If I hadn't come when I had Mike may have got what he intended to. Bella told me she was a virgin. Mike nearly took that from her. I know she won't always be one but she said she was waiting till she was happily married to make it that much more special.
Mike could have taken that from her. It would have crushed her.
"Chief? Can I come in."
"Come on in David. I need you to call an ambulance quickly. Then can you take Mr. Newton down to the station and put him in a cell. I will be down to the station as soon as I know Bella is safe and alright."
David- the deputy police officer- pushed open the front door that never got closed since Mike arrived. His eyes bulged as he took in Mike's terrified face, my stance of protection and finally took in Bella's limp body in my arms. Seeing the urgency in the situation he whipped out his phone to call for an ambulance.
Being the police, we had an ambulance on standby in case a time arose that called for immediate attention. As soon as David ended his call he pulled Mike from the ground and dragged him out to the waiting police car with its lights flash. After the car clicked locked David came back in with an apologetic look on his face.
"Charlie I'm so sorry for what ever has happened here. Take your time coming down to the station. Mike will not be going anywhere. Bella will be alright, she's a fighter. The ambulance will be here in a few minutes. I'll wait outside until it gets here."
Finally, I could relax. With Mike sorted out, I could drop my gun and take the role of Bella's father. As she lay in my arms I checked her over to see if there was any blood or bruises. From what I could see she seemed fine, however the stress and shock affected her badly because of the fainting.
Thank God, I can hear the ambulance. I didn't want the town to know I had been crying, which started when David left, so I sucked it up in time to see the first paramedic burst through the door. Doctor Jennings made her way over to us followed by Doctor Roberts. With a sympathetic look on her face Doctor Jennings started to address me.
"Chief Swan, I need to take Bella into the ambulance so she can be checked over. Doctor Roberts can you help Chief Swan carry Bella, then ask him the necessary questions."
With that Doctor Roberts came over and lifted Bella of the floor and carried her outside. Knowing that Bella was in safe hands I climbed of the floor and went to sit in the kitchen next to the now cold pizza. Should have gotten Chinese.
"Chief Swan. I have some questions for you. If you don't know an answer just let me know and we can see if Bella can give us the answer when she wakes up. I acknowledge that this can be difficult, especially for you because of your profession."
"Can you wait till you ask Bella? Being a police officer it is my job to find out the answers, however being a father I wish to speak to Bella first, but I don't think she will tell me the anything so you can talk to her after."
"That is perfectly fine. My job is to make sure the parents are comfortable as well as the patients and to gather all the information concerning the patient's health."
With a nod of my head, I took a deep breath to calm myself and to prepare for what the questions would be.
