A/N: I haven't started Chapter 15 yet but since there's not much going on in this chapter or the last, I thought might as well post this. I already outlined the plot for Chapter 15 so I hope it will be easier to write.

Have you checked out my other story, Embry's Imprint, yet? I just updated it again today. I really enjoyed writing the last part of Chapter 3 from that story so I hope that after you read this, you could read the other story as well.

Disclaimer:

Characters based on Stephenie Meyer's Twilight Saga.

(Bella POV)

A couple of weeks after the alarming call from Jasper, Alice called us and said that they were doing fine. No one dared ask her how the training was going since we don't want to push her over the edge again. Alice seemed to know that we were aching to ask her, she told us what's going on.

"Sorry about the last two weeks when I didn't even talk to any of you. It had been difficult for me. I expected too much from myself and was stubborn to accept a set back."

"No need to apologize, Alice," Esme assured her.

"I shouldn't have Jasper made that call by himself. I gave you something to worry about."

"All is well now, Alice, don't give yourself anything to concern yourself about," Carlisle said.

"If you felt so bad for Jasper, you know how to make up for it," Emmett chuckled.

Rosalie smacked his head then said, "Don't mind him, Alice."

I heard Alice giggle on the phone then Jasper was on.

"Everything was made up for." Jasper chuckled, "Ow!"

I think Jasper received his share of smacking on the head.

"Since it seemed like everything is back to normal, if you don't mind me asking, how was the training?" Edward asked.

Alice took the phone back from Jasper.

"Well, there's an improvement but still far from precise. We had Nahuel decide on something then act on it after ten minutes, but the timing is still off. He's already doing it before I figured out what he planned to do. It was a little frustrating,"

We all looked at each other when she said 'frustrating' but relaxed when she continued.

"…but it's an improvement. Zafrina said that in a couple more weeks or months, I should be able to pinpoint Nahuel in my visions. I am not expecting anything. I'm just happy for the little improvement. She said I might be having a hard time only because I am tapping on both of his halves, the human part and the vampire part when I'm so used to tapping in whole."

"That's good to hear. We miss you, Alice." There was maternal sadness in Esme's voice.

"We miss you guys, too. As soon as the training is over, we'll fly back, no delays and no silly surprise either."

"That's good to hear," Rosalie said with a smile on her face.

I leaned closer to the phone, "Alice, there's someone here who would like to talk to you."

I carried Renesmee closer to the phone, "Say hi to Aunt Alice."

"Hi, Aunt Alice."

"Oh, hi Renesmee." We heard her call Jasper before she continued, "are you being a good girl?"

"Yes. Aunt Rose and Gramma Esme teach me how to read."

"Really? That's good," Alice sniffed. "Have you read a lot of books?"

"Lots. Mommy and I read before I go to sleep. I like Sleeping Beauty."

"Oh, aren't you a bright little girl," Alice sobbed.

"Guys, uhm, we have to go." Jasper said and hung up.

"Hello? Uncle Jasper?" Renesmee asked on the dead line.

"Nobody's there anymore, angel," I told her.

"But they didn't say bye yet," Renesmee said.

We all looked at each other with sadness in our eyes.

Esme walked towards us and took Renesmee, "I think it's time for you to sleep."

"Okay. Goodnight," she blew flying kisses to everyone before she turned to follow Esme to her room.

When they were out of sight, I slumped on the sofa, "I don't know what I was thinking. I shouldn't have done that."

Edward sat beside me, Rosalie on the other side. "Bella, it's not your fault. She just missed her, that's all," Edward tried to make me feel better.

"Sorry I made the call short. She would still be on the line if I didn't let Renesmee talk to them."

"I'm sure Alice appreciated what you did, hearing her voice after such a long time. She was just overwhelmed with sadness," Carlisle patted me on the shoulder.

"I hope they come home soon," I exhaled.

"Me, too, Bella. Me, too." Rosalie leaned her head on my shoulder.

--

Our days were routine; students went to school, employees reported to work. Time flew and days passed quickly. December came and holidays were just around the corner.

Initially, we planned to fly back to Forks for the winter break; however, both Carlisle and Leah were not allowed to take time off from work. We asked Charlie, Sue, Billy and Rachel if they could fly to the east coast instead. Charlie worked out his schedule with the precinct and agreed to fly over with the others. I heard that Paul wasn't happy about the trip, but when invited, he turned it down.

"Do you think Renee would be able to join us? That is if it's not going to be awkward," Esme asked after we settled the plans for the upcoming holidays.

"My parents are civil towards each other so I'm sure it will be fine. I've told Renee about Sue and Charlie in one of my emails." I answered to quickly then I realized something, "I take that back. I'm afraid we can't invite them."

"Why is that, love?" Edward asked.

"Renesmee," is all I have to say and they knew exactly why.

My mom has no idea that she's a grandmother already; she will never know. We can't expose our kind to humans any more than our exposure to Charlie. It is dangerous enough for him to know our secret, much more if my mom knew.

"While Renee's here, we can take Renesmee out of town with us for a while. Maybe up to Canada," Rosalie suggested.

"It still depends. Charlie will surely want to see Renesmee, but if Renee's going to be here at the same time that Charlie's here, it could be a bit complicated," Edward explained.

"Well, then, just tell them that we're out of the country or something. We'll stay in the other house. Charlie can come and visit her there," Rosalie recommended.

"That might work. We just have to tell the others about it. Leah may not like it, though, but it's worth to try. I'll talk to Jacob about it later," I said.

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We extended our invitation to the Denalis as well. We called them and were surprised to find out that the rest of the family was back in Alaska.

"Why are you guys there? Is everything okay in Forks?" Rosalie asked.

"Everything's fine. Don't worry about us. I think Tanya is still adjusting with the whole imprinting. She said she missed Alaska so we went back," Kate answered.

I could hear the weariness in her voice, but didn't dwell on it.

"How long have you been back?" Edward asked.

"We just came back last week. I'll give the phone to Eleazar. Tanya's waiting for us."

We looked at each other. It sounded like Kate was in too much of a hurry. We heard Eleazar took the phone.

"How is Tanya? How are things between her and Embry?" Esme asked.

"Embry and Tanya are still trying to work things out. She's not here though; she's hunting; Kate and Garrett were heading out to meet up with her when you guys called. About your invitation, sorry that we can't fly over to be with you for the holidays. We want to spend time together. Things might be different next year, you know." Eleazar chuckled half-heartedly.

"We understand, Eleazar. As always, let us know if you can come and visit," Carlisle said and we said our goodbyes.

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I talked to Jacob about our setup for the holidays. He agreed that Renesmee should just stay with them while Renee and Phil are in town. He said that as long as Leah is not bothered by any of this, meaning she won't have to deal with any of us, just our presence in the house, she wouldn't have any problem. She would mind if we ask personal favors like watching over Renesmee while we diddle-daddle with our guests.

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Not long after our call to the Denalis and my conversation with Jacob, the holidays came. Everyone we invited for the holidays came, except for our extended family, and we celebrated Christmas together.

Renee and Phil stayed in Rosalie and Emmett's room. Charlie and Sue stayed in Alice and Jasper's room. Billy and Rachel stayed with the pack. Rachel slept with Leah and Billy took Jacob's bed. Jacob slept in the living room where Renesmee's little bed was also located. Rosalie and Emmett watched over her. Edward and I snuck out of the house whenever we can to be with Renesmee.

This was our second Christmas together with our daughter, although the first was something I would rather not look back, too. I did not enjoy that moment, with the fleeting feeling that I might lose my loved ones.

This year was better; no impending danger lingering around the corner. We were at ease, happy to be with our families. We decided not to exchange any gifts this year. Being together with no worries was the best gift we could ever receive.

We're relieved that my mom and Phil had previous engagement for New Year's and can't stay longer. I would miss my mom, but my pull to my daughter was stronger. As soon as they left, Renesmee was back in our house and Charlie got to spend the remaining days of their vacation with her. This also gave Rosalie and Emmett a chance to spend quality time together. Rosalie had been more of a mother to Renesmee that I was and it was great to fulfill that shoe again.

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Alice and Jasper continued their weekly calls. They apologized for missing another holiday season with us. The year before, they were in a place we didn't know where and we didn't know how they were doing. Although this year, we know where they were and how they were doing, it's still not the same as being with them.

Alice's vision was getting better. Nahuel's image is clearer, although there is still some delay. Alice refused to come home. She kept on insisting that her vision has to be precise or it'll be useless.

--

After winter break from school, another quarter started. I assured Edward that I will be fine to be myself in my classes and we decided to start taking classes for our own majors. I started taking Literature classes and he started taking more Science classes. We only have one class together, US History.

The first week of Winter Quarter went without a hitch, however, it went differently the second week. I was walking towards the car to meet with Edward when I saw a blonde girl flirting with him. Didn't she see he's wearing a wedding ring?

I didn't know how to handle the situation. Should I barge in and set her right or just pass them and go straight to the car? Edward saw me and his face lit up.

"Bella, love, I've been waiting for you!"

The girl turned and raised her eyebrow, giving me once-over look from head to toe. She's no Rosalie but really pretty, model-type. But the blonde hair won't work on Edward, too bad for her. She's fighting a lost cause.

I walked towards Edward and he instantly wrapped his arm around my waist and kissed me on the lips.

"Who's your friend?" I asked, placing my hand on his chest.

"Oh, I'm sorry. Diana, this is my wife, Bella. Bella, this is Diana, she's my Biology lab partner."

I extended my hand, "Nice to meet you, Diana."

She glared at me before taking my hand. She didn't say anything; she just nodded. I saw her reaction changed when she felt my cold hands.

"I'll see you in class, Edward. Good night," she turned around and left.

Edward and I walked towards the car, laughing.

"That serves her right, didn't she see your ring?" I asked Edward as he opened the passenger door for me.

"She's sitting to my left in the lab and my hand was on the table. The band is hard to miss," Edward chuckled.

"Too bad she's blonde. Last time I checked you preferred brunettes," I giggled.

Edward laughed and we drove home.

--

Months passed and Winter Quarter was over. I did not hear anything about Diana or any other girl for that matter. As for me, the rings on my left hand were so obvious that no one dared ask me out although I noticed that some guys look at me longer than necessary. It was unsettling but nothing that I couldn't shake off.

In Spring Quarter, Edward and I no longer have any class together. He continued in pursuing his Neuroscience degree while I pursue my English Literature. Our classes were in the opposite sides of the campus and we only saw each other before and after the classes. It was unsettling at first but I got myself too caught up with my studies that it stopped bothering me after two weeks in the quarter. Edward, on the other hand, always rushed to my classrooms in human pace. Thoughts of the guys around school must be getting on his nerve.

Days passed quickly as everyone had been busy with daily activities. Spring Quarter passed, but still no Alice and Jasper.

Summer was just around the corner and we were all looking forward to going back home. Carlisle and Leah worked out a schedule with work, allowing them to take two months vacation for summer and none for the rest of the year. We scheduled to leave in mid-July.

When Alice and Jasper called for their update, we asked them when they were flying back to Forks.

"We're not going home this summer," Alice answered.

"What do you mean you're not going home? I thought we agreed that we'll see each other every summer in Forks," Esme asked.

"I know, but I'm almost got it. I don't want to stop now," Alice answered.

"But, Alice," Rosalie started but Alice cut her off.

"I'm trying very hard, Rosalie. We'll try to get there before summer is over, but no guarantees. I don't want any more unnecessary delay."

"Delay? You think of being with us as delay? We're supposed to be together, that was the agreement," Rosalie was hurt.

"I know, Rose. I'm sorry but please you have to understand, I really am trying here."

Rosalie was about to say something again in protest, but Carlisle put his hand on her shoulder.

"Just be home as soon as you can, Alice. We will be waiting," Carlisle said.

"I'm really sorry, you guys."

"We know, Alice. It's just we're incomplete without you and Jasper," Emmett said.

Sadness spread throughout the house. We could really use Jasper's power in times like this. But with them here, we won't be gloomy in the first place.

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A/N: Hopefully after two or so more chapters, I will be writing Renesmee POV but still no guarantees. Something might come up in this head of min :D