Title: A Different Time

Author: Bella Katelyn

Rating: M

Summary: With Edward gone, Bella makes a wish which could ultimately change her life for the better. Finding herself in Chicago 1918 two months before the Spanish Influenza epidemic, she sets out to discover everything about his human life, hoping it will give her a way to find him in the future. Follow Bella as she gives Edward the one thing he's always wanted. A chance to be human for her.

Disclaimer: Twilight and its characters belong to author Stephanie Meyer, and are brought to the fandom by Summit Entertainment. I'm just borrowing the characters for my own enjoyment and hopefully yours. With that said I hope you enjoy this story as much as I'm going to enjoy writing it.

Chapter Eleven

Facing The Demons

BPOV

After our conversation with the Denali's I could feel the atmosphere change dramatically, this is what I didn't want. Pulling my head from Edward's chest I looked into the eyes of my family, then into the eyes of our Denali family, saving Irina and Laurent until last, the involuntary shudder rippled through my body as our eyes locked, I knew in my heart Laurent wouldn't hurt me anymore, I just had to find a way to deal with his part in James' attack on me. Unable to speak, I slid off Edward's lap making my way upstairs to our bedroom curling up on the bed finally letting the tears which had been threatening to spill over since I'd laid eyes on Laurent again, resting my hand over my baby bump, when I heard the bedroom door open, I knew it couldn't have been Edward as he wouldn't have stalled in the doorway. Looking up slightly I smiled seeing Jasper in the doorway.

"I'm sorry; I always seem to cause problems."

"Bella, we understand why you feel the way you do. We saw everything. Carlisle is downstairs filling in the gaps that Laurent couldn't give since he'd already left for Alaska by the time James tricked you."

"I don't want to be scared of him, I know he's changed, I just fear that now he's here Victoria will try and kill me."

"Shall I let you into a secret?"

"Mm hm."

"Victoria isn't coming back, when you were in 1918 Alice and I came across her and took care of it."

"Really?"

"Really, as for Laurent baby steps."

"I'll try, I'm not promising anything."

"That's all anyone can ask. You wanted to talk to me?"

"That I did. I know you're still blaming yourself for what happened on my birthday."

"Bella I…I can't tell you how sorry I am."

"I never blamed you, neither did Edward. I think I've figured out the reason why you lost it. You're an empath; you feel our emotions, what's to say that you aren't able to feel their thirst, top that off with the fact my blood is so much more potent to Edward than any other human and what happened was inevitable, my only regret is not trying to get Edward to open up more."

"Bella…how…when did you figure all this out."

"A couple of weeks after I was sent back in time, you have to forgive yourself, it wasn't your fault it could have happened to any of them, you can't help the way you're ability works."

"You've lifted a weight off my mind."

"I'm glad, I do have one favour to ask though."

"What is it?"

"I'd like to decorate the baby's room myself and Alice is not going to like being told no."

"Aaah I see. I'll do what I can."

"We better get back down there before Alice sends out a search party."

"I'm sure she's already seen your decision and is making plans to try and change your mind."

"Then she'll be finding a losing battle, this is the one time I'll bet against her."

"Good luck."

"Thanks."

Taking a deep breath, I slid off the bed wiping the remaining tears from my eyes, suddenly I was grateful I didn't wear makeup, the last thing I wanted was to end up looking like a panda. Following Jasper downstairs, it wasn't long before I was once again in Edward's arms, burying my head into the crook of his neck as I tried to stay calm. I was determined to get through the short time the Denali family were with us, this was my home and I didn't see why I should be made to leave, even if the cottage was only a short distance away. From the corner of my eyes I saw Alice smiling, of course she would have seen my decisions, from the glint in her eyes, Jasper had been right in his words, but Alice wasn't going to get her way this time.

"Alice whatever you're planning you can stop. The baby's nursery and shopping will be done by Edward and me no one else. Do I make myself clear?"

"But Bella, there are so many adorable clothes stores out there. I have so many plans."

"I don't care Alice, this is our baby and I'm going to do things my way, I can look past you buying my clothes but this is something that is important to us, please understand that."

"Fine, have it your way, but don't come asking me for help."

"I won't."

I hated disagreeing with the people I love, yet this time Alice just had to accept that our little boy's nursery and clothes were going to be taken care of by me and Edward. It was time she realised that I hated shopping, I understood she didn't remember her human life but that didn't mean she could live her missing memories through me. With Edward's hand rubbing soothing circles I found the courage to look at Irina and Laurent, I knew if I didn't say what I had to now then I probably never would, with Victoria gone I needed to release the fear otherwise it would overtake me.

"Irina I've nothing against you personally, until today I didn't even know you, my experiences with Laurent before he met you, they left scars in more ways than the vampire bite. I ended up with multiple fractures and bruises, it made Edward doubt that I would be safe in his world. We're only just picking up the pieces. Seeing Laurent again, it freaked me out, took me back to that place, it was only four months ago. I hope you understand."

"Carlisle and Alice explained everything to us, now we understand, especially with a baby on the way, Laurent and I we want you to feel comfortable in your own home."

"I've spoken to Jazz, he's helped me to see I need to put the past behind me, and Laurent is family, I'm not saying it will be easy but I'm willing to try."

"We'd like that."

"Now if you'll excuse me I'm in need of some new clothes, Edward, Alice would you like to join me."

"Of course, love."

"Yay!"

"With conditions. I get tired we come home."

"Alright I can live with that."

"And we take Edward's car."

"Fine."

"Let's go then."

Shopping With Edward & Alice

Sliding off Edward's lap, I took hold of his hand calming once more at his touch, his free arm wrapped around my waist as he rubbed my swollen belly gently. I didn't know what had possessed me to ask Alice to join us, I guess at the back of my mind, I knew that shopping for maternity wear with us, would be enough for her, for now, once our little boy arrived I knew she would make up for lost time, By the time we arrived in Seattle, I was starving, thankfully, Edward seemed to have realise this as we got out of the car, he led us straight toward the nearest restaurant. Alice looked like she was going to complain, until I glared at her. Once we were seated, it didn't take long for the waitress to appear; of course she was overly flirty with Edward not even paying attention to Alice and me. Taking a deep breath, I tried to calm my anger, taking Edward's hand underneath the table as he stroked my palm in soothing circles.

"Are you ready to order?"

"I'd like the salmon please."

"One salmon and three orange juices please."

"Anything else and I mean anything."

"No thank you. I have everything I need right here. We just got married."

"Congratulations."

Before Edward could reply, the waitress, I noticed her name was Jessica, just my luck; it was bad enough I had to deal with Jessica Stanley without another Jessica trying to take my husband from me. Taking a deep breath, I buried my head into Edward's shoulder inhaling his lavender, sunshine and honey scent, allowing it to fill my senses, calming me instantly, looking into Edward's eyes, I blushed beet red, completely embarrassed by my behaviour, not that it seemed to bother him, his eyes had darkened and I could tell instantly my jealousy was very much appreciated. Resting my hand against my baby bump, I rubbed it gently feeling him moving around, taking hold of Edward's hand I laid it onto my belly watching for his reaction as his eyes, they widened as he realised the movement was in fact the baby moving around.

"He certainly has his daddy's stamina, the only time he settles is at night."

"Does it hurt?"

"No, it's like a fluttering in my stomach."

"He's kicking."

"Mm."

"What's on your mind?"

"I'm going to report Lauren and Jess to my dad, officially. They obviously aren't going to listen to Principal Greene."

"I think that's a wise choice, plus the bruises are still evident on your wrist."

"We'll go after we get you some new clothes."

"Sounds like a good idea to me."

Mm."

With my decision finally out in the open, it felt like a weight had been lifted off my mind, reporting Jessica and Lauren to Principal Greene was meant to work, however they were too stupid to realise I was giving them a chance to redeem themselves after they laid my hands on me, I knew Edward was livid it was only my touch that stopped him from lashing out. Just as I started to relax, Miss Bimbo walked toward the table with my food and our drinks, my stomach growled impatiently as Edward placed the plate in front of me, obviously not trusting the waitress to give it to me herself. This action alone made me curious as to what she was thinking. Twenty minutes later I was full, satisfied and ready to shop. As I looked toward Alice I could see her bouncing up and down in her seat.

"Alright Alice yes I'm ready to go shopping now."

"Well it's about time. I thought you'd never finish eating."

"Well excuse me for being pregnant. If you want me to relent on what clothes you buy you'll be nice to me."

"I'm sorry Bella."

"You're forgiven. Where to first?"

"Destination Maternity."

"Lead the way."

"You're going to love what you buy."

"I can imagine I will. No one dressed by you leaves disappointed, now scram I need to ask Edward something."

"See you there."

Just as Alice disappeared, Edward came up behind me wrapping his arms around my waist rubbing my stomach gently. Humming with pleasure I felt his head rest against my shoulder kissing my neck using his lips like suction, I knew instantly there would be a mark there when he was done, yet I couldn't find it in me to care. Just as I was about to tell Edward to take me home, he pulled away leading me out of the restaurant, sometimes I think he's lying about not being able to read my thoughts, Before I got the chance to ask him where we were going, he stopped outside Gap, noticing Alice was already inside looking at the maternity wear, this was the only opportunity I had to tell Edward what baby name I was thinking of before she grabbed me and started dressing me up again.

"What are you thinking, love?"

"I've been thinking of baby names, my first choice was Edward Junior but then I remembered you saying you wanted to give our child a more up to date name. It's just I'm not sure you'll like the name I have been thinking of."

"I'm sure I'll love it. Tell me."

"Jacob Masen Cullen. Jake's been my best friend since we were kids, with Sam's agreement on my change I'd like it if we could stay friends, I'll be calling him if he's not at Charlie's. Also the dreams I've been having of the baby, his name's always Jakey."

"Bella, love you're rambling."

"I'm sorry."

"Don't be. And Bella."

"Yeah."

"I love the name."

"Really?"

"Really. It fits him perfectly."

"Let's shop."

"After you."

Without another word, Edward wrapped his arms around my stomach again rubbing soothing circles just below my belly button as baby Jacob kicked lightly where his hands were placed. Taking a deep breath I prepared myself for the whirlwind that was Alice, she was definitely an unstoppable force of nature when she got started. Unfortunately just as I'd gotten myself calmed down whilst in Edward's arms, Alice came along and pulled me toward the maternity clothes. I had to say I was pleasantly surprised by some of her choices, just as I promised, I tried everything on without complaining and for once I had to admit I actually enjoyed shopping with Alice although something told me that it had more to do with Edward's presence than enjoyment. Three hours and six stores later I'd finally reached my limit. Suddenly I was grateful I'd asked Edward to come along with me, as I leaned against his shoulder, they seemed to be having a silent conversation, the next thing I knew I was in Edward's arms and what seemed like no more than a minute, we were settled inside Edward's Aston Martin Vantage with Alice driving, I never thought I'd see the day this happened, before I could stop myself I was fast asleep in Edward's arms, I knew he'd wake me by the time we arrived at Charlie's, it wasn't long before I was completely out for the count, sighing happily as Edward hummed my lullaby.