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10. Surprises

Bella

3 Months Later

I still can't believe three months have passed in this hellhole. Things have been... strange since Jasper's parents came to visit. Jasper's been hot and cold towards me, so much so that it's giving me whiplash. He was even worse than Edward was when I first met him. At least Edward had a reason.

To make things worse, I've had the stomach flu for several days and it was no holiday throwing up each morning.

Jasper was getting worried. Why he was so worried was beyond me. But he even went so far as to call Carlisle.

I argued that it wasn't necessary but he was stubborn and didn't listen.

I lay on the bed, having just finished puking up my guts, and rested a wet cloth over my face. There was a light knock on the door. Esme's head appeared in the door. "Isabella, Dr. Cullen is here to see you."

"Thanks, Esme." I mumbled.

Carlisle came inside, frowning. "If you'll excuse us, Esme?" he asked.

"Oh, of course." She flushed and slipped out the door. I shook my head. That woman was so in love.

"Alright, Isabella. What's going on?"

"I have the stomach flu." I mumbled. "It's no biggie. I've had it before."

Judging from his face, he clearly didn't believe me. "May I have a look in order to diagnosis you?"

I rolled my eyes and nodded. I lay back and let him do his thing. After several long moments of him poking and probing, he pulled away. "Isabella, when was the last time you had your," he paused, "lady's time?"

"My what?" I sat up and looked at him. When I realized what he meant, my face immediately flushed. "You've got to be kidding me. You think I'm pregnant?"

He clearly didn't know the term pregnant. "I can't know for sure if you are with child. The midwife would be more likely to give an accurate result." Carlisle looked at me with worry. "Isabella, the baby is... Jasper's right?"

What a stupid question. "No, Carlisle. I had delightfully sinful sex with Edward and now I'm carrying his demon spawn."

He apparently didn't appreciate me sarcasm. "That's not funny, Isabella."

"Of course the baby's Jasper's." I snapped. "I never had sex with anyone but Jasper. Unlike the jackass, I actually honour the commitment to marriage."

"Forgive me, Isabella. I didn't mean to upset you."

I sighed and leaned back on the pillows. "It's fine. Looks like I'm already having pregnancy symptoms. Mood swings." I looked up at him from beneath my lashes. "Are you going to tell Jasper?"

"Yes." He said. "I have no choice. He's going to find out eventually."

"How far along do you think I am?"

He shrugged. "I'm not sure."

"Can't you hear the heart beat?"

I don't think it ever crossed his mind. "I can try." He said. When I nodded my assent, Carlisle pressed his ear against my stomach. I couldn't help but giggle. "I can hear the heartbeat. But barely. You must be at least eleven, maybe twelve weeks along."

"How long is that in months?" I was too tired to do the math.

"It's your third month."

"Oh." I looked at my stomach. It was hard to believe there was baby growing inside me. I looked at Carlisle. "How come I didn`t realize it earlier?"

"Some women don't experience the symptoms in the beginning. You are one of those women." He explained.

I nodded and put my hand on my belly. I should have known something was different. My breasts were bigger and fuller. It was true my dresses have been feeling tight and I had a bigger appetite but I never would was realized I was actually pregnant."We must have gotten pregnant on our wedding night if I'm already three months in." I mumbled. "I don't know if I can do this. I don't know if I can be a mother."

Carlisle shook his head and cupped my face. "Isabella, you will be an amazing mother."

"How can you be so sure?"

"Because I know what's in your heart."

"I don't think I can do this with this Jasper. He hates me."

Carlisle didn't say anything. "Maybe you won't have to."

I blinked and looked at him. "What do you mean?"

"We must speak, but not here." He nodded towards the door. "Jasper is waiting anxiously for the news of your health. It is better not to keep him waiting."

I sighed and nodded. "I suppose you must tell him." The tears came again and this time I couldn't stop them.

"Now, now, sweet girl, what is it?"

"Now that I've conceived Jasper's heir, he'll have nothing more to do with me. He'll start having affairs." I had no doubt that he was already having an affair. Angela told me that his clothes smelled of a female scent. It didn't take a genius to know it definitely wasn't mine. Jasper won't touch me unless he has to.

"I know this is not what you want to hear but it is not unusual for men from arranged marriage to have affairs."

I sniffled and grew angry at that knowledge. Of course, I already knew all about that—I've studied the history of families in my Socio class—but it still didn't help knowing Jasper could have many illegitimate children I don't know about.

I nodded my head, chewing on my lip. "It doesn't matter anymore." I mumbled. "Maybe you'll still find a way to get me home."

His eyes flickered to my flat stomach and back again. "I better go talk to Jasper now."

"Thank you for helping me Carlisle."

"You're welcome, Isabella." He leaned down and kissed me on the head. It was such a fatherly thing to do.

Speaking of fathers, I missed Charlie. How did everything get so screwed up? Was he worried about me? What did the Cullens tell him about me missing? I was supposed to be married to Edward by now. Instead, I was stuck in a fucking alternate reality, married to a jackass and having his kid. I wonder what people would say if I told them that.

I had to laugh at the mental image of telling Charlie everything that happened. If I ever get home, maybe I should tell him. He was getting awfully close to Sue Clearwater last time I saw him. Chances are, he'll find out Seth and Leah are shape-shifting werewolves and then he'd learn that his daughter was running with vampires. Literally. I could image how his face would turn from red to purple to red and then back. I stifled a laugh. Poor Charlie would never be able to handle that.

A noise outside the door alerted me to the company I knew would show up soon. I sighed and waited for the confrontation.

Jasper

I was nervous. I paced outside our bedroom, waiting to hear news of how Isabella was fairing. If she were sick, would that prevent her from being with child? Dr. Cullen was in there for an awfully long time.

Nathaniel came up the hallway, grinning. His smile faded when he saw me. "What's wrong, brother?"

"Something's wrong with Isabella."

"Really?" he's expression immediately tightened. "What did you do to her?"

"Why do you think it's because of something I did?"

"It's always because of something you did." He glared at the door. "Is Dr. Cullen in there?"

I nodded, too full of pent up emotion to actually answer. I was worried about her. "Relax, brother. I'm sure she'll be fine."

"Has she told you that?"

He shook his head. "I haven't seen Isabella for a while."

Upon hearing him say that, I realized I haven't actually seen him around lately. "Where have you been anyway?"

"Finally realized I was gone, huh? Well, I'm not surprised. I'm sure you were too busy playing with your little toy to notice anything around you."

I tensed. "She is not my toy." I hissed. "I happen to love Alice very much."

Nathaniel raised an eyebrow. "Is that so? Do you think she feels the same? I've seen woman like her. She can't be trusted."

"Do not speak to me of Alice."

"She's trying to tear you away, Jasper. She will make a mockery of you. You are not the only man she has taken to bed. I have heard rumours that she has been trying to seduce the young carriage boy. He's Bella's friend. Edward?"

"Do not say that name to me."

"What's the matter, Jasper? Is the truth finally sinking in? Are you sure you love her for her personality or because her cunt is hot and tight?"

My hands clenched into fists. "Quiet, Nathaniel."

Nate chuckled and clapped me on the back. "Alice is quite the little minx. She is playing you like a fiddle."

Having had enough of my brother, I punch him square in the jaw.

He winced and fell to the floor, rubbing it. "You bastard,"

"Watch what you say in my presence Nathaniel. You are in my house. I have no problem kicking you out if need be."

"Watch how you act, Jasper. One day everything you ever believed in will come back and bite you in the ass." He got up and walked away, wincing and rubbing his jaw.

I leaned against the wall and took a deep breath when the door opened. Dr. Cullen came out, looking tired. There were purple bruises under his eyes and his eyes were a little darker than usual.

"How's Isabella?" I demanded immediately.

"She should be fine in a couple of weeks." He said. "I would suggest, however, that you call on a midwife."

"Why on earth would I need a—" I trailed off and started at him in disbelief. "A midwife? Is Isabella... with child?"

"From what I can gather, she is." He said. "A midwife would be of more help than I."

"No, I understand." I shook my head in wonderment. Bella was carrying my child. It was almost too good to be true. "Thank you for the wonderful news, Dr. Cullen." I held out my hand. He was reluctant to take it. Finally, he does. Like always, his hands are ice cold. I didn't ask him. It was something that everyone found normal around him.

"May I see her?"

He nodded. "Don't stay too long. She must get lots of rest and eat healthy if she wants to carry the child to full term."

I swallowed and nodded. I opened the door and peaked inside. Isabella is staring up at the ceiling with a light smile on her face. I didn't speak. Instead, I simply stared at her. She looked radiant. I never realized how beautiful she actually was.

"Isabella?" I said softly. I didn't want to wake her if she was sleeping.

She moved her head and looked at me. Her eyes were sad but it disappeared minutes later.

"I heard about the baby." I said. I walked over to her and looked down at her.

"You must be thrilled." She said in a dull voice.

"Of course I'm thrilled. You are carrying my baby." I frowned at her. "Are you not happy?"

"Why should I be happy when this baby means I have fulfilled my duty? This baby means you have free reign to sleep with as many women as you like while I take care and raise this child."

I had no idea this would affect her in such a way. She didn't want to be married to me anymore than I wanted to be married to her. I still care about—

What am I saying? If I truly cared about her, I wouldn't have had an affair with Alice. She was, after all, Bella's maid. If I cared about Isabella, I would have spent a little more time getting to know her.

I felt sick. I needed to get out of the room. "You should get some rest. I need to send a message to the midwife."

She turned away from me and curled against herself.

I swallowed and left the room.

xXx

I went down to the servant quarters. I needed to talk to Alice.

Most of the women were surrounding bed in the corner of the room. Angela was sitting on her bed, brushing her hair.

"What's going on in here?" I asked Angela.

"It's Alice." Esme said, before Angela answered.

My stomach dropped. "What about Alice? Is something wrong?"

"She won't get out of bed. She's been throwing up all morning."

"Throwing up?"

Esme nodded. From the corner of my eye, I saw Angela roll her eyes. "Esme, I'm going to make something to eat for Isabella."

"Of course," she waved Angela off and went to Alice's side.

I frowned. I needed to speak to Alice and I couldn't have all these women in here when I did. "Esme, I want everyone to get back to work. I will speak with Alice."

"Are you sure?"

"Yes. Now leave."

The women filed out of the room and I waited until the door closed behind them. Then I walked over to Alice. She was lying in a fetal position.

"Alice?"

She turned at the sound of my voice. Tears were running down her face. "Oh, Jazzy, thank God." She threw her arms around me. "What's going on, Alice?"

She sniffled and snuggled into my arms. "Alice?"

"I-I'm with child, Jasper."

I stiffened and stared at her in disbelief. "What?"

"I don't know how it happened!" she wailed. "Please, you have to do something. If Miss Bella finds out, she'll throw me out."

"I'm sure that's not true, Alice."

She shook her head. "She will. You don't know her like I do."

That hit close to home. Bella has been my wife for three months and I know almost nothing about her. I don't even know about her family.

"Everything will be alright, Alice." I held her in my arms, despite the nagging feeling ranging inside me. Was Nathaniel right? Has Alice bedded someone other than me?

"You must not tell my mistress." Alice begged. "Please. Don't tell her."

I nodded my head. Both Isabella and Alice were with child. This could get very sticky.

I got up from where I was sitting. "I must speak call on the midwife."

Alice looked at me. "How will you explain things to her?"

"It's for Isabella."

Alice stiffened. "Miss Bella is with child?"

"Yes. Now, if you'll excuse me." I kissed her on the forehead and headed upstairs.

Bella

I sat in the garden, enjoying the warmth of the day. It's been rainy for the past few days so I was pleased that the sun finally made its appearance.

The news of my pregnancy had yet to sink in fully. Carlisle told me two days ago and still, I couldn't believe it. Jasper told me the midwife would arrive tomorrow. I was scared about what might happen.

"Bella?"

I opened my eyes, surprised to find Edward standing before me. He wore dirty clothes and his face was drawn from exhaustion but his beautiful eyes were full of life.

"Hello, Edward. It's nice to see you."

"May I sit? There is much I wish to tell you."

"Is something wrong?"

"It's about Alice."

Alice. I forgot about Alice. She seemed to have disappeared since we got here. There was something fishy about that. Something I didn't know about.

"What about Alice?"

"I don't want to hurt you but it is best if I tell you right away."

Fear gripped my heart. I had a feeling I knew what he was going to say and yet I still hoped otherwise.

"Alice and Jasper are having an affair." My heart sank. "I saw them a few times in the barn."

The barn? Really? I thought Jasper had a little more class than to fuck in a barn.

I wasn't really surprised by this news. Jasper and Alice are meant to be together. It doesn't matter what reality you're in. It's obvious the way they behave around each other.

"There's more." He said. I looked at him, waiting to hear what else he had to say. "I overheard the women folk say Alice is with child."

My hands clenched into fists. Not only was she having an affair with my husband but also she was pregnant with his bastard child. Wonderful. Just what I need.

"I don't think the baby is Jasper's though."

I turned to look at him. "What do you mean?"

"It's just... Alice has been propositioning me, lately. She has not left me alone since we left your mother's household. I wouldn't put it past her to have more than one lover."

I was surprised to hear that. I always thought Alice would stick to one man. "So there is a chance that Alice's baby is not Jasper's?"

"Yes ma'am," Edward said.

I huffed and rested my hand on my stomach. There was a very small bulge between my hips but nothing too prominent. "Should I confront her about it? Demand to know the truth? Or should I just kick her out?"

"With all due respect, if Alice truly is with Jasper, I doubt he would allow you to kick her out."

"Despite the fact that she is my maid," I argued. "She came with me. Should I so desire, Jasper would have no argument against me."

"May I say something?"

"Of course, Edward,"

"I think you should wait and watch. Watch how she behaves around the other men."

I nodded my head. "Thank you for telling me that Edward."

We sat in silenced until I saw Nathaniel making his way towards me. "Isabella!" he greeted.

"Hello Nathaniel."

"I should get back to work." Edward said. "Thanks for listening to me, Isabella."

"You're a great friend, Edward. I really appreciate everything you've done for me." He blushed adorably and stood up, walking away.

"So, I heard the good news."

"Really?"

"Jasper's actually ecstatic. He can't wait for you to give birth."

"I can imagine." I muttered.

"Don't be such a downer." He said. "Isn't having a baby something all women can't wait for?"

"Only when they have a partner who actually wants the baby to add to a family and not something that gives them free reign to have an affair with as many women as they so desire,"

He stared at me, gapping like a fish.

"Sorry." I apologized, tears forming in my eyes. "These stupid mood swings are grating on my nerves."

"It's not the worse part."

"How would you know?"

"My wife,"

"You have a wife?"

"Had." He said. "My wife died in childbirth." His face saddened.

"What about your child?"

"We had a girl." He said. "She died a couple of days later. She was born too early. The midwife said her lungs hadn't developed."

"That's awful." That could have been prevented if they had the technology they had in my reality. "I'm so sorry, Nathaniel."

"She was a beautiful baby." He smiled weakly. "Alyson, my wife, decided on a name before. We were going to call her Sienna if she was a girl and Julian if it was a boy."

"Sienna is a beautiful name." I rubbed his back. "How come you never got remarried?"

"No one can compare to my Alyson."

I could understand that. I leaned my head against his shoulder as we watched the sun slip below the horizon in a comfortable silence.

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