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Chapter 11 – Asking for the Impossible?
EPOV
I watched as Bella slept and she looked so peaceful in the moonlight. I am glad that I was able to help her stand up to Alice. Bella would have had a miserable time shopping. She would have been too tired to even try to enjoy it, plus I know she wants to spend time with her mom, but not this way. I believe they are going to spend all day together somewhere besides Forks tomorrow.
Renee is a good actress, hearing the rumors annoyed her. She just did not want Bella to know that. She was used to the schemes of her former classmates, but she had some hope that they would have grown up. She has learned they have not and they like to think of her as gossip. Now she sees that their children are just like them and they are going to be headache for her own daughter. Some people never grow up and because of that, their children will never grow up.
I just hope she understands I will always protect Bella.
That is what makes me worry tonight about having lunch with Charlie and Renee. I was able to distracted Bella by having Alice ask her to come over for dinner so she could try out a new recipe while the guys were hunting. Whatever excused she used, it worked. I think partly Bella did feel bad about not going shopping. She likes to please people, but I hope she realizes she is strong and she can defend herself. She does not need to be pushed around, no matter how good the intentions are. She has a right to not be forced to do something she hates.
Bella started mumbling my name and saying crazy shopping fairy. I had to chuckle, she had to be talking about Alice. I kissed the side of her head and she tries to snuggle closer to me. I make sure to wrap the blanket a little tighter around her though. She may have the electric blanket, but I do not want her to get too cold.
I have no idea if she aware of how beautiful she was to me, especially in moments such as these. I would miss this, her sound asleep as I watched over her. She has more strength then she knows, but these moments when she clings to me, I feel needed.
Slowly the morning comes, the sun hidden behind snow clouds. I can be honest and admit I know this will be one of the best holiday seasons that I have ever had. I also know that next year will be unique in its own way, it things go as planned.
I was nervous about later, because my gift can only do so much, especially around Charlie. I also had to make sure everything else went as planned. I had to make this perfect, for she deserved it.
I could hear Charlie was getting up, he had the morning shift and would be gone most of the day, so at least I would get to spend it with Bella and maybe that would keep me calm.
I looked up suddenly, Charlie was coming in here. I quickly hid in the closet.
Charlie opened the door quietly walked silently over to Bella's bed and sat on the edge. He brushed the hair out of her closed eyes.
"My sweet baby girl, I have a feeling things are going to changed today and that frightens me more than I can ever tell you. My heart and my mind battle one another and I try to keep your happiness as my main focus. A few months ago I thought of things differently. I'm so proud of you and I really hope that you know that. I wish I knew how this would go, but I don't. All I know is that I want you happy and I hope you realize that in the end" Charlie whispered just before kissing her on the forehead before heading out of her door.
He left the house a few moments later, heading to the diner for some breakfast.
I quiet left the closet and took my place next to her, pulling her close. Charlie's mind was a mess and there was no real way to understand what he was thinking. He was worried and scared, that much I knew. I had a good idea he had some thoughts of what I wanted to discuss at dinner tonight and I do hope he understands how important it is to me.
I was not sure about Renee; I could see it going two ways…one of which would end up with her throwing stuff at me. I could simply ask Alice, but to me, that seems a tad unfair. I want to do this as normal as I could. With Charlie that was possible, but I knew with Renee it would not be. Phil would not be there though, because his opinion was not that important to me, plus I doubt he would have one. He actually barley knows Bella, his opinions on her decisions are not important. I also believe the experience would be uncomfortable for him.
Around 9:30 Bella begin to stir and I knew she was waking up. I kissed her on the top of her head just because she yawns.
"Morning" she said groggily.
"Morning love" I smiled as I pecked her lips.
She gave me a peck back before jumping up and running into the bathroom. She was better at the whole morning breath, but she still rather go to the bathroom first and then brush her teeth. She was so cute.
She came back into the room and climbed and snuggled into my side.
"Can we stay like this for the rest of the day?" Bella asked.
"We can if you want, Charlie is at work and by the time he is due home, I believe you are being a taste tester for Alice" I smirked.
Bella frowned, "She is not going to poison me, is she?"
"No, she really does want to learn to cook, mainly so she can help Esme more with making food for the shelters, but also for you and also for whatever the future may hold" I explained.
Bella just nodded and laid her head on my chest, "That's good".
"If we are staying in bed all morning, may I make you some breakfast madam?" I smiled.
Bella giggled, "Yes, I love when you make me breakfast in bed".
"Then you stay here, all nice and comfy and I will bring you something nice to eat" I grinned as I leaned down and gave her what was meant to be a quick kiss. She wrapped her arms around my neck and attempted to pull me closer. She tests me too much; I loved her warm body so close to me. Her tongue slowly swept over my lips, causing me to groan. She moved to do it again and with all the strength I could muster I pulled away and jumped off the bed and closed my eyes.
"Sorry" Bella whispered.
I just nodded, too afraid to speak or even attempt to open my mouth.
"Are you ok?" Bella asked as she moved to get off the bed.
"Stay there, please" I murmured, "Let me go get you from breakfast and calm down, ok?"
Bella just nodded and borough farther into the blankets as I left her room and headed downstairs.
I went into the kitchen and decided to make her something to eat that would give me some time alone down here. I made some scramble eggs with cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, and wheat toast. I grabbed a glass of milk and headed back upstairs.
"Hi" I murmured as I set the breakfast down on her desk.
She smiled brightly at me, "Thank you for making me breakfast".
"I figured it would be nice if we spent the afternoon together since Alice will be using you as a taste tester later. This way you actually eat some food that is edible" I smirked.
Bella giggled, "I don't think Alice would poison me, she would be too afraid of what you would do or what Esme would do to her".
I laughed because she has no idea how right she was.
Bella ate her breakfast while I stretched across her bed and then went to the bathroom to brush her teeth again before crawling back under the covers and snuggling into my side, "Can we stay like this the rest of the afternoon?"
I interlocked our fingers and kissed her nose, "Of course love".
Maybe Bella would be my calm as I figured out how tonight would play out. There were so many ways that Charlie and Renee could react, I just hope one did not involve Charlie trying to hit me; I can just imagine what it would mean to try and explain why he broken his hand or something. Would things play out similarly in the books or would reactions be different?
I combed her hair with my fingers as she gave a small kiss on my neck, but no other movement after that. Hopefully she would not be trying to test anymore boundaries today, once was enough.
"Would you like to watch a movie Love?" I asked after a while.
Bella looked up at me with her eyes so bright, "We can if you want".
"Love, I was just asking what you wanted to do. I am not sure if you would enjoy being in a silent room for the rest of the afternoon, Charlie will be home by 4pm" I explained, "I figured I would need to be gone by then and you can prepare yourself for Alice as I met up with brothers". I explained. I felt bad lying to her, but she did not need to know about this discussion tonight. I will tell her eventually, but not tonight. Also technically I would hunt later before I saw her again.
"Can we watch Romeo and Juliet?" she giggled.
"No…we have no need for a tragic love story, especially one with a lame story behind it" I smirked as I lifted her from the bed, still wrapped in her blankets to head downstairs. Romeo and Juliet was a silly story about a 13 and 17 year old who thought they knew what love was after 3 days and left a trail of deaths and tragedies behind them. Why it is a classic is beyond me…do people even read some of the stuff Shakespeare wrote? Not all of it is bad, but some is just depressing.
For the rest of the afternoon Bella and I watched one of her classic movies, well Bella watched the movie, I watched her. At 5 until 4 I knew I had to get moving.
"Love" I whispered as I kissed her neck, "I need to get going".
"Really?" she pouted.
"Please don't pout love, it'll be night time before you know it and you will be back in my arms" I murmured.
"Ok" she sighed and pouted again.
"Alice will be by in a little bit to grab you, ok? I feel safer with her driving in the snow then you, is that alright?" I asked.
Bella nodded, "It's probably better that way. Plus Alice likes to find reasons to drive fast anyways".
I kissed her once more before heading out the backdoor and making sure that no one saw me before heading into the forest.
As soon as I was close enough to the house that I knew I would be able to read Alice's thoughts I warned her that I wanted her to block her thoughts. Tonight was not to be spoiled by her, I wanted to do this as normally as I could.
"You know, your lack of faith in me is annoying" Alice hissed as I came in the backdoor, "I have told you a thousand times that I would block my thoughts. Plus with how rude you have been, why would I want to tell you anything".
"To annoy me" I smirked.
"Whatever" she grumbled before grabbing her keys, "I am going to hang out with my best friend before bringing her over for dinner so her boyfriend can go face the firing squad or at least the end of a shotgun". She was roaring down the road before I could say another word. Sisters! Blah, who needs them?
"Hello dear" Esme smiled as she came into the kitchen, "Do you need any help packing things up?"
"Sure" I grinned.
Esme helped me pack up a few items to make plates for dinner. We added what we saw them eating yesterday and then she gave me another pie.
"Good luck dear" Esme murmured.
I took a deep breathe and headed over to Bella's house. Alice would be on her way back here, so I was in the clear.
I pulled in the driveway and could hear that Renee was already here as well. Phil was watching a game back in their room. Ok, here goes nothing.
I knock on the door and wait as Charlie takes his time answering, he is not happy to see me. I can't read him very well, but I do know that he is not happy that I actually came. He may know why I am here or well I believe he knew, but a part of me hoped he was a little clueless.
Renee is excited to spend the evening with me; she hopes to get to know me better. I hope she still feels the same in an hour or so.
"Good Evening Sir" I said as Charlie opened the door. He raises his eyebrows; I have not called him sir when he asked me to stop doing it over the summer, not he is even more unhappy.
"Come on in Edward, before Renee talks my ears off" Charlie grumbled.
I headed inside and to the kitchen and took the plates out of the basket that Esme gave me, "I made plates and brought some extras and some pie".
"How sweet" Renee said as she jumped up from the table and picked up the plate with an R on it, "You pay attention; good".
Charlie says nothing but grabs the plate for him and some extras.
For the next half-hour we sit and eat and have idle chit chat. I'm starting to worry, because I really need their approval.
"Not that we are finish, I believe there is something else to discuss. While you are a sweet boy, I do not see you asking us to have dinner with you for no reason" Renee smiled, "So don't be scared, I don't it is anything bad".
"Umm, yes. Can we go into the living room?" I asked, scared that her opinion was going to be changing really soon.
"What do you want to discuss?" Renee asked sweetly as Charlie sat in his recliner glaring at me.
I took a deep breathe and tried not to let my nerves get to me. I suddenly felt like I was human, even if only for a second, "I wanted to talk about Bella".
"Is she ok?" Renee became concern.
"Bella is perfectly fine" I smiled, "I wanted to talk about the future".
"What do you mean the future?" Charlie hissed. Yeah he was not happy and it was clear he had figured it out.
"Bella and I both have received early acceptance letters to Dartmouth" I explained, "We have already accepted".
"Dartmouth?" Charlie said surprised, "She has not said anything".
"She was afraid of how you both would feel with her choosing to go somewhere not close to you both" I said, "She did not want to disappoint either of you".
"Did she make this decision because of you?" Charlie growled.
"Maybe, I won't lie. We both applied to a number of places already, but when we got the early acceptance to Dartmouth at the same time…we just knew it was where we wanted to be. I will be majoring in Pre-Med and she has stated she will be working on an English degree and maybe become a teacher" I said.
"What do you have to do with why you are here? Just to tell us?" Renee asked, suddenly confused.
I messed with my hands, nervousness taking over. Maybe I should have let Alice tell me how this was going to go after all. I bet right now she is laughing her head off because I thought that.
"Yes and no. I had something else I wanted to discuss or well some things" I murmured, "My family will be spending a week in Alaska with our cousins after Christmas. I was hoping Bella could come. She would share a room with Rose and Alice or if she wanted with my cousins, all three are female. I can promise that nothing would happen".
"You want to take my daughter to another state and claim nothing will happen?" Charlie roared, "She is not going".
"Charlie" Renee hissed, "Hear the boy out. Do you really think his parents would let anything happen to her?"
"How can I be sure he won't do something to her?" Charlie demanded as he pointed at me.
I stared at him wide-eye; he was thinking something else entirely. I shook my head, "Charlie I love your daughter very much and I also grew up with certain values. While outdated to most these days, I would never do something as you might be thinking. If maybe I can explain why Alaska, maybe you can understand?"
"Why Alaska?" Charlie hissed.
I took another deep breathe, "I want to take Bella to see some of the sights, meet my family and then I would like to propose to her with my mother's ring" and I took the ring box out of my pocket.
"NO" Charlie roared, "You two are way too young to even think of getting married.
"Charlie" Renee hissed again. I was starting to get more scared of what she would do to him if he did not start being quiet, "Edward why do you want to marry my daughter".
The question took me off guard for a moment and I gave her a small smile, "Because I love her. We might be young, but I feel as if I have an old soul. I see the way my parents love one another and how strong they are together. Bella means so much to me; my life has been brighter with her in it. I feel that before her I never knew what a real sunny day was. She means so much to me and when I look into her eyes I see my future. I never dated until Bella moved here, I had no interest in most of the female population, and they did not share the same values as I do. When I met Bella I was shy and scared. I had no idea what she was like, but as time went on, I could see that she too had an old soul. She completes me in a sense that I can not even begin to describe. I know we are young and a lot of people assume the worst, but I love her and I know she loves me. We have talked about the future and I know we are it for one another. No one else will ever be able to take her place in my heart, not even a small fraction of it".
"Aww" Renee cooed as Charlie still glared at me.
"No" he said.
"You do realize that he is only being nice asking you, right?" Renee asked, "He can ask her without your permission and they can married whenever they want, they are over 18".
"Don't even think about it" Charlie growled.
"I would never do that, your approval of me means a lot to me" I explained, "I want to do this properly, because this is how my parents raised me. I know this is hard to really explain or understand. I would like for us to be married before school started, so we could live together. I would never live with her without being married, for that would be wrong on so many levels. I would feel safer if she was with me in a nice condo or apartment then at the dorms, even though the school is perfectly safe. I would never hinder her from achieving her dreams".
"What happens if she gets pregnant?" Charlie hissed.
"Her achieving her dreams is more important…umm…well….umm…we would be safe" I mumbled at the end, not a conversation to have with Charlie.
"Would you ask her if we said no?" Renee asked, "In the end would it matter what we felt?"
"Yes, very much" I said, "You are her parents and your opinion means a lot".
I walked over to Renee and set the ring box down in her hands, "That's the ring. It was my mother's. Carlisle was able to get some personal effects of mine and had them in storage for some time".
"It's beautiful" Renee murmured, "It looks old".
"Yes, it has been in my family for years" I smiled, "It would mean a lot to me if Bella wore it and I truly believe she would love it".
"NO" Charlie roared, "Since our opinion is so strong, my answer is no. Ask me after your graduated from college and maybe I will think about it".
Renee smacked him on his arm, hard, "Listen here, this is not just your decision. Bella is 18 and what if she finds out what happen and they elope or go to city hall? If I miss my baby girl getting married, I will not be pleased with you Charles Swan".
"Why are you of all people for this? We both know getting married young is a horrible idea. You should be as furious with me, even more so, you barley know the boy" Charlie asked.
"Marrying young was a bad idea for us, come on Charlie, you and I are completely different people. Opposites might attract but we both know it was more then our age that hindered us" Renee said calmly.
I was panicking a little; I did not want to hurt Charlie's feelings. I know a part of him still loves Renee.
Charlie gets up and moves to the window staring out it, his thoughts are too hard to really understand. Renee frowns, upset that she may have hurt his feelings. She is excited for us though oddly enough.
"She is my baby girl" Charlie whispered.
"She will always be our baby girl. If you would have asked me if I thought Bella would get married young and before college, I would have told you not possible, not my baby girl. No guy could be worthy of her or worth getting married young. I would say she was young and stupid. That she had no idea what she was getting into. What I know now is that Bella is not us Charlie and neither is Edward. Bella has been grown for a long time and I am too blamed for that, but if she gets Edward in the end, maybe I won't feel so bad about it eventually. They are both old souls who belong together and I would like to be a part of it. Edward may want our opinion, but how would Bella feel if she knows we turned him down? She would find out, we both know that. Let her be happy and plus you have to admit living in a secure condo or apartment is better then living in the dorms. Even you would not agree with them living together before they are married" Renee said softly.
Charlie looked at me then and I could tell he was hiding tears. He wasn't anger, but sad. In his eyes he was losing his baby girl and he was afraid he would never have her again. I wish I could say we would always be here, but I couldn't.
"Will you take care of her and protect and love her always?" Charlie asked.
"I will love her forever, until my last breathe" I said strongly, "She is my everything".
"Then I say yes" Charlie murmured, "Don't make me regret this Edward".
"I promise you won't" I assured him.
"Well then, Edward won't don't you tell me how you plan to propose and when?" Renee asked.
I smiled brightly and hoped she would love my idea, "I can and it involves Alaska".
"So soon?" Charlie whispered.
"Yes, but we would wait until Summer if it is ok with Bella to married. Maybe right before school?" I explained.
So for the next half hour I explained my plan to Renee and Charlie and Renee's thoughts were a jumble mess of excitement. She loved my idea and thought it was romantic. I made sure I did not include a lot of the hows since they would not understand.
"I think it is a wonderful idea" Renee said dreamily.
"So would it be ok if she came to Alaska with us? I promise my parents and I will watch out for her. We will be back a few days before school starts" I said.
Charlie nodded, "Yes. Ummm you can ask her if she wants to go and then when she comes to me I will tell her it is ok".
Renee clapped her hands, "This is going to be so much fun. I can imagine planning a wedding with your mother and sisters will be enjoyable".
"I do believe you are correct. I have already spoken to my parents about the trip and what I would like to do there. I told them I would speak to you both before I asked Bella. She knows we are going to Alaska and she is more then welcome to come. I will ask her again tomorrow and just have her talk to Charlie. My mother is excited and I feel once Alice knows what is going on, she may hear her shriek of excitement all the way in Florida" I chuckled, "She loves to plan a good party. She helps my mom out a lot with her different charity events".
Renee kissed my cheek, "I believe this wedding will be wonderful".
I smiled, "It will be since I'm marrying Bella".
I help Renee wash the dishes we used and then head out right after her and before Bella returns. Before I leave I turn to Charlie who has turned a sports channel on, but his mind is still a jumble mess. He knows I love Bella, but in his head he sees a little girl, "Charlie I promise with every fiber of my being, Bella will always be loved and taken care of".
Charlie nodded at me and turned away, I did not have to read his mind to know his eyes were teary again.
As I drove back to my house, I parked in the shadows, so Bella would not see if I was driving my car. I headed out for a quick hunt and then headed back to the house. Jasper and Emmett met me by the stream. As we reached the back door, we could hear the laughter of the girls.
"We'll home" Emmett shouted.
"Emmett" Esme scolded, "Inside voice".
Emmett just smiled before kissing Esme on the cheek and wrapping his arm around Rose's shoulders.
"Hi Love" I said as I kissed Bella quickly and she smiled at me, "Alice did not poison you did she?"
Bella laughed, "No, Esme made sure of that. But the roast beef dinner was amazing. I am going to take some leftovers home to Charlie in case he did not eat something decent".
"Good idea" I smirked, "Who knows what he ate".
"O Edward, I wanted to tell you something about New Years" Alice chimed in.
"Yeah?" I asked.
"Irina and Laurent won't be in Alaska" Alice smiled, "Kate said they have taken a vacation to Russia".
"Which I'm sure she claims she can see out of her window" Emmett jokes causing Rose to roll her eyes.
"Start any blonde jokes and you are sleeping with Edward" Rose smirks.
"How is that a threat?" Emmett asked, "He never sleeps here and I am not about to get into Bella's bed".
I growled at him, causing his smirk to enlarge.
"Since Irina and Laurent won't be Alaska, have you thought about coming with us now?" I asked Bella.
She bites her lip and seems to be thinking about it, "I would like to, especially to meet your cousins. I am just not sure Charlie would be happy about the idea".
"You can ask him tonight dear and let him know that if he has any questions he is more then welcome to talk to Carlisle and/or I" Esme murmured before winking at me.
I smiled, knowing Charlie was on board and my preparations can begin. I plan to make her happy for the rest of her life.
"We better get going, you have an afternoon to spend with your mom before she leaves Sunday morning" Alice chirped, "And no Edward you will not drive her home. You can wait until later to see her".
I bowed, "Yes Madam".
Alice rolled her eyes, "Smart-alec".
Bella came over and gave me a kiss, "I'll see you in a few hours, ok?"
"Nothing could keep me away" I assured her and gave her another kiss and walked her out to Alice's car.
"So…" Esme said as they drove off.
"It went very well" I smiled.
"I was guessing so since you asked her about Alaska. Such a romantic you are, who knew" Esme giggled, "I am glad to see you so happy".
I nodded, because I could not agree more.
"Now why don't you come and tell me some of your plans, since I know you don't want Alice involved a lot and that you also want to make sure your cousins know as little as possible in advance" Esme murmured as she lead me back into the kitchen.
Everything was going to change soon and I could not wait.
BPOV
I swear sometimes that I think Alice is trying to scare me to death with her driving. I also know that if I ask Edward he will yell at her about it. He does not drive as fast as he used to, which I am glad about. He still drives faster then most though, haha. I have no fear of anything actually happening to me, but I still rather not get in an accident or have to explain to Charlie why I was in a car with someone that was driving over 100mph when a deputy calls him.
"Thanks Alice, I had fun tonight" I smiled. I did, she made an excellent dinner with Esme supervising. We also watched a comedy movie. It felt nice to have a girl's night and I think it is something we will have to do more often. I do love spending time with Edward, but he also needs a boy's night as well. Plus it is nice to see his eyes so golden.
I head into the house and make a beeline for the kitchen so I can put Charlie food in the fridge. I walked into the living room and found Charlie watching the sports channel.
"How's your team doing?" I asked, because I have no idea what he is following.
"So So" he said quietly. He seems upset. Is he ok? Did something bad happen?
"Everything ok dad?" I asked as I worried what the answer could be.
"I'm find sweetheart, don't you worry" he assured me.
"Umm, I wanted to ask you something before I went to bed" I said quietly as I wringed my hands, "Edward's family is visiting their extended family in Alaska around New Years and Carlisle and Esme asked me to go with them tonight. Edward has mentioned it before, but I was not sure. Would it be ok if I went? You can call Carlisle or Esme with more details".
"It sounds like fun" Charlie said, "Do you really want to go?"
"Yeah, I do actually" I smiled.
"I'll call Esme tomorrow and talk to her and get all the details, ok?" Charlie asked.
I gave him a hug, "Thanks so much, Dad".
"You're welcome sweetheart" Charlie murmured.
"I'm heading to bed, I'm not sure when mom will call tomorrow to meet up" I said as I yawned and walked towards the stairs.
"Have fun, I love you" Dad smiled before going back to the TV.
As I headed up the stairs, I could not believe how weird that entire conversation went; almost as if he knew it was coming. I shook my head, I am thinking too much into it all. I can't believe he is going to let me go to Alaska!
I walked into my room and gathered my things to take a shower and change, hoping Edward would be here soon. I wanted to tell him about Alaska, as long as Alice has not told him already. I am hoping she lets me tell him.
I emerge from the bathroom and begin to brush my hair and I can feel that he is here. He softly takes the brush from me and brushes my hair. It is something he has been doing lately and seems to enjoy. I just smile and hum and wait for him to finish.
When he places the brush on the nightstand I turn around and smile, "Guess what?"
"What?" Edward asked.
"Charlie said he would call Esme tomorrow about Alaska" I smiled again and hugged him, "This should be so much fun".
Edward smiled and gave me a quick kiss, "I'm so happy he said yes. I believe you will like our family and it is wonderful that you will get to know them sooner. I think also Eleazar will be of some help. I am sure he will be able to tell there is something about you, even with you being human".
I just nodded as my head was still on his chest, "Is it weird the Irina went somewhere?"
"Not really. I think she wanted time with Laurent. From the books, it seems he was still torn between her and Tanya. Maybe she wanted time alone with him so they can see if they do have something in common" Edward suggested.
I looked up him, raising an eyebrow, "Someone gave her that suggestion, didn't they? Maybe someone name Alice?"
Edward chuckled, "Alice may have spoken to her. To be honest I feel that Irina's feelings for him are stronger then the ones he has towards her. If they were really mates he would not have spoken of her sister when he saw you. He had no reason to lie, he was planning to, umm, well you know. I'm not sure why his feelings were that way, but I do feel better with Laurent away, especially if I have no idea if he knows about Victoria. I am also a little leery that he would leave them and do Victoria's bidding. We will never know if he did it to protect them or because he actually wanted to leave and not live their lifestyle. I just know that I feel better if you are not around him".
"I do too" I murmured.
"Come love, it's been a long day and you should sleep. I think you mom will call late morning and I know you want to spend some time with her before she leaves" Edward said softly as he laid me on the bed and wrapped the electric blanket around me.
I nodded and curled into his side as he turned the lamp off and started to hum. Today had been a good day.
I woke to small kisses being placed on my face and smiled.
"Morning" I mumbled.
"Morning love" Edward murmured, "Alice said Renee will be calling you in a while".
I nodded, still to tired to talk.
"Come on, time to get up" Edward joked.
I grumbled at him and headed to the bathroom. He can wait for his good morning kiss now, he is way too happy.
After I have brushed my hair and teeth I head back into my room, taking a quick look at Charlie's door.
"He's already at work" Edward grinned, "Would you like some breakfast?"
"Yes" I smiled as I headed down the stairs after him.
He made me a simple breakfast of pancakes and eggs and they were delicious.
"I believe for our trip we will leave December 27th and we should be back about the 3rd or 4th. We are going to drive, but at a certain point we will have to go on foot" Edward said as I ate.
"So I will go as a backpack?" I smirked.
Edward laughed, "Something like that. Alice will make sure you have warm clothes and all. You won't even notice".
"That's good, I doubt being a Bella Popsicle is something I look forward to" I smiled.
Edward just nodded, "You're mom is going to call soon, I'm going to let you get ready and then I will see you tonight. Then I get you all day Sunday".
"I like that idea" I giggled.
"Me too love, me too" Edward grinned.
He gave me another quick kiss and was gone. I've noticed since the one heated kiss the other night he has been more careful. I have to remember to not overestimate his control, because I really like kissing him.
I hum to myself as I get ready and at around 11am I hear my cell ringing and see that it is Renee.
"Hi mom" I said as I answer.
"Hi sweetie, Want to grab some lunch in Port Angeles and walk around with your dear mother?" she asked.
"I would love to, I know the perfect restaurant we can go to" I said and think of the 1st time Edward and I had dinner together, "I'll be there in about 20 minutes or so, ok?"
"Wonderful sweetheart, see you then" Renee said and hung up the phone.
I went and grabbed my shoes and headed out the door. I open the door of my truck and smiled. I like driving my truck, even if others thinks it belongs in a museum. I am afraid he will eventually talk me into a new car. I am sure if he had his way I would already have that missile proof car from the books. That is not ever happening and he better realize that. I am not in danger of anything anytime soon. At least I hope so.
I mess with the radio in my car, the new one that Emmett and Rose bought and installed for me, and put on a classical station, because I knew Renee and I would both like it. I pull up in front of the B&B and Renee smiles and open the door.
"Morning sweetheart" Renee said and pulled me into an awkward sideways hug.
"Morning mom" I smiled and then pulled out and headed to Port Angeles. A part of me did wonder if Edward would be following us or if he trusted Alice to keep an eye on us. With him, it could be either one or both.
"So I am thinking after lunch we can do a little window shopping and maybe get you a few outfits for school? Also Alice mentioned a Winter formal, are you going? Do you need a dress?" Renee asked.
I chuckled, "Mom I do not need a dress since I am not going to any dance. I don't go to dances. Edward had to convince me to go to prom last year and I told him it was the only dance I would be going to".
"Fine" Rene sighed, "But I did see some cute shirts you might like".
She grabbed my hand as we headed to one of the local shops. I had to wonder if she saw these or Alice told her she should get them me. I was also scared of ever shopping with Renee and Alice at the same time. I would really need Edward to come and protect me.
"When are you arriving for Christmas?" I asked after we had been shopping for over an hour. An HOUR, way too long in my book.
"I believe we are getting in the 22nd. We are going to be staying at the same place, we booked it when we booked this trip. The Cullens said we could stay with them, but I feel better staying at the B&B" Renee answered, "Esme said we could have Christmas Eve dinner with them and in the morning Phil and I will head to your house to open presents and have breakfast. Then we can go over the Cullens later and exchange gifts and have dinner".
I nodded, "Sounds like a plan, um can I talk to you about New Years Eve?"
"Of course" Renee smiled, a little too brightly it seemed.
"Edward and his family are going to visit their cousins in Alaska and Dad said he would talk to his parents about it" I explained, "I forgot to ask if you would be saying here that long and I would feel bad leaving your guys behind and would just let Edward know I can go another time".
"Don't worry about it at all sweetheart" Renee said, "Phil and I are leaving the 26th. We have decided to go to NYC for New Years Eve".
"That sounds like fun" I smiled, "I am sure you will have a lot of fun".
"I believe we will, I believe that this New Years Eve will be a remarkable one" Renee giggled, "I guess we will have to wait and see".
After leaving the store, I asked Renee if she wanted to stay here for dinner or head home.
"I believe we should head home. I think Phil would like me to have dinner with him, I believe he made some plans. Also you will need to put your new clothes away" Renee smiled, "I miss you, especially at times like this. Just hanging out and having girl time".
"I miss it too" I murmured, because I did. No matter how weird my mother could be, I still missed her. In Esme I had a mother figure and she oozed mother figure for that matter. I still missed my own mother though. I used to be able to go to her with everything and it is odd now that I must be careful what I say.
We headed back to Forks and I dropped her off, "I'll see you in the morning, ok?"
"Of course, our flight leaves at one, so I guess we should leave here abound 6, we can probably eat at the airport or something before I leave, ok?" Renee asked.
I nodded and smile as she skipped up the steps. I dragged my bags into my room, mentally yelling at Alice, knowing she was behind my mother buying this much stuff. Then suddenly I worried about Christmas. Was Alice going to go overboard? I really hope she did not make my mom or Charlie feel weird. I would have to speak to Edward about making sure she behaves herself.
I flopped on the bed and closed my eyes, I really hate shopping. I just want to take a nap before dinner.
"Alice said you would be mad at her, now I see why" Edward murmured from the window.
"I hate her" I grumbled.
Edward chuckled, "No you don't".
I pouted, "Fine, I highly dislike her currently. I'm taking a nap, so be quiet".
Edward came over and lay across my bed. I curled into his side as he wrapped a blanket around me, "Sleep love, I'll wake you in time for dinner".
I move around the kitchen getting a quick dinner ready. Edward sat at the table watching me. I hated when he stared, but it seemed to be his favorite pastime. I was able to sleep an hour before Edward told me that Charlie would be home soon. I went downstairs and worked on some hamburgers and fries. It was quick and I was too tired to do much else. I just wanted to go back to my bed and snuggle with Edward.
"Has Charlie talked to your parents?" I asked.
Edward nodded, "He called them around lunch. Esme told him everything that was important, though she said we were flying. If he knew we were driving…well I doubt he would be happy with how fast we would be driving".
"Smart decision" I chuckled, "He would not be happy. So I can go?"
"I believe he told Esme he would be speaking to you tonight about it, but I would say that it is a good possibility that you are going" Edward smirked, "We can always contact Alice to confirm it though".
I rolled my eyes, "I can wait a little while longer".
A half hour late Edward gave me a searing kiss before he flew up the steps. Charlie must be here. A moment late he came into the kitchen.
"Smells good in here" Charlie smiled.
"I just made some burgers and fries" I said.
"Still, it looks wonderful" Charlie smiled again. At least he did no look as sad as he did last night. I wonder if his team lost an important game or something.
I went and placed everything on the table and motion to Charlie to sit down and start eating.
"What time you taking your mom to the airport tomorrow?" Charlie asked after taking a bite of his burger.
"Edward and I will be getting her a little before 6am" I answered, "We figured we would get there in enough time they can grab something to eat before boarding".
Charlie nodded, "good idea".
Dinner was short and we only ever made small talk. Charlie thanks me again before going into the living room and turning the sports channel on. Hopefully he would not get more bad news or whatever.
After cleaning up the kitchen, I started to head upstairs when Charlie called my name.
"Bella; can you come here for a moment?" Charlie asked.
"Sure Dad" I said, confused. I walked into the living room. He rested in his recliner comfortably, "Everything ok?"
"Of course, I wanted to let you know that I have spoken with Esme and I think it might be a good experience for you to go to Alaska. Esme said her family lives in a nice area and that you might enjoy some of the sights. So if you still want to go, it's ok with me" Charlie said.
"Really? Thanks Dad" I smiled and hugged him, "I made you some lunch. I am tired after shopping with mom, so I am going to lay down and get some sleep, especially since I have to get up so early".
Charlie nodded and I headed up the stairs. Edward was across my bed smiling.
"I get to go" I cheered.
"And I for one am excited you do" Edward grinned, "A few days without having to worry about you dad catching me in your room".
I tapped his shoulder, "Smart-alec".
I gave Edward a quick kiss and went to get ready for bed. I was tired and I did have to be up early. Not all of us can function without sleeping.
5am came a lot faster then most will realize. I went and got myself ready, after Edward demanded a good morning kiss. Charlie was still asleep; he did not have to be up so early in the morning. I was going to let him sleep, though he probably would have wanted to wish me a safe drive. As I was getting ready, Edward went and made me a quick breakfast sandwich, which I ate as we drove to pick up my mother and her husband. Renee and Phil fell back asleep in the back of the car almost as soon as they were buckled in; I wondered if they had to be up earlier since I believe that Renee probably did not pack until an hour ago. They slept the entire way to Seattle. We grabbed a quick lunch at the airport, where Edward claimed to be too full from breakfast. I was glad; he had to be tired of pretending to eat and well throwing up as well. I told my mom that Charlie said it was ok for me going to Alaska and she was excited as well. She beamed at Edward, which was weird. My mother is weird though, so who knows what is going through her head. I would never want Edward to tell me anyways, I might get scarred for life. We walked them to their terminal and Renee as always cried and I assured her she would see me in just a few more weeks. It only made her cry harder, what is going on with her. Finally they went to wait for their plane and Edward and I headed back to Forks.
"I believe since Charlie is not expecting us for a while…would you like to spend some time in the meadow?" Edward asked.
"I would love to, we have not been there in a while since it started getting colder" I smiled.
"I have some blankets in the trunk, you will be fine. Ready for Christmas now?" Edward murmured as he merged onto the highway.
"Sure, just make sure that you keep Alice in line. I do not want my parents embarrassed or anything" I warned him, "I can see her overdoing it and I don't want them uncomfortable. Most of the world can't predict the stock market and all that".
Edward chuckled, "I will try or at least make Esme warn her. We have a much better chance of her listening if Esme warns her. Esme has not thrown a lot of wooden spoons and she has so many left, maybe Alice can be used for target practice instead of Emmett for once".
I just giggled, "I am excited for the holiday season, especially thinking of how Alice will decorate. I can imagine it being a winter wonderland".
"She wants you to help, she feels this Christmas is important to you and she wants to make sure you are a part of everything" Edward said, "Plus I think it has been a while since we have a very festive Christmas season".
"I'm glad, I feel like this will be a memorable holiday season" I smiled.
Edward smirked at me, "You have no idea" and then he accelerated as we headed towards Forks.
A/N:
DEEP BREATHE
I finished it! This makes me so happy that if I was feeling better, I would o a happy dance, haha.
Now I am hoping by now why this was hard! I had to make sure that this came out right. I wanted Edward to really think of what he was going to say and also how Charlie and Renee would react. I went through so many ideas; it was giving me a headache! I do hope everyone is excited for how it came out.
The next few chapters will be the holiday season, so maybe 2 or 3 of that? Then we have the spring semester of school AND summer. The wolves will be here soon, I know some people have been missing them. I have a nice plan for them and hopefully no one hates me for it.
I have no real reasons for why this has taken so long, except writer's block and real life blows. I have my own issues I deal with at times and I lose focus. So I tend to space out and not do anything. I would say I am working on it, but life is life. We can't fix everything.
I will not be commenting on any gossip items…did that on FB and that is far as I am going. My stories are about Bella and Edward, not those that play them. Most times in my head I actually picture them as they appear in the comic that was created.
I would like to thank everyone who has made comments, reviews, and everything. I do appreciate all my readers and wish I responded to reviews and comments more. Just know, I appreciate you all! YAY!
Well I hoped you enjoy and keep waiting for I do believe Christmas and New Years will be interesting…what will happen in Alaska? We know one thing…but how? What is planned? What will Tanya think? So many questions and I am not giving a single answer, hehe. That includes people wondering about the child…there is no fun in giving my secrets away, haha.
Love you all!
~Gailerina
P.S.
Chapter 12 has been started, yay!
Now I am off to bed!