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Telling Charlie

Charlie POV

So many things have changed, and more changes were coming. I found out that the Cullen family was vampires; and my daughter had not only known this the whole time, but she planned to join them after being married to Edward.

I found out that she knew Jacob was a shape shifter, and his tribe was natural enemies of the Cullen family. At least that explained why there was so much tension between Bella and me, when I would try to push her to choose Jake over Edward.

I found out the hard way that Jacob wasn't as good a choice for her as I once thought. I found out there was a lot about the Cullen family that I didn't know. My fishing trip with Carlisle had been truly enlightening. I had really enjoyed it and Carlisle too as well.

Flashback…

"So what would you like to know, Charlie? I'll be glad to explain anything you might find confusing about our way of life since you are considering joining us," Carlisle told me.

"I am not confused about anything really; I am just fascinated by it all. You have lived for over three centuries, and you've managed to create quite a unique family for yourself and them. I mean, you've got five perpetual teenagers, and you're about to add a sixth one. You and Esme are not much older than them in human ears, yet they all think of you as their parents. It's just all so surreal to me," I told him.

"I see what you mean; and I assure you it's not always easy, but I really wouldn't trade it for anything. They are all my family; and I love them, Bella included. She truly brought Edward out of his shell and gave him new life, a completely whole new reason to live," Carlisle said.

"How do you think I will fit in? In human years, I will be the oldest of everyone; but yet, you have many more years of growth and wisdom on me. I will admit that sort of intimidates me, as much as I hate to admit it," I said with a grin.

"I can see how you would feel that way; but there's no need to because I am actually looking forward to having another emotionally, as well as physically, mature adult around. I know the kids will listen to you out of respect, even though you will be new to our world. You still have a lot of experience for them to learn from in the human world. I think you will fit in just fine. I have no worries about that," Carlisle said, assuring me.

That made me feel really good, and it solidified my decision to be changed. I was tired of this mundane life and wanted something different; becoming a vampire would certainly be different.

Carlisle and I spent almost all day fishing and talking. I could tell we had a lot in common in the way we saw life. I knew I would most likely loose Billy as a best friend; but I could see I would be gaining a new one, and I was glad for it. I knew in my heart it wasn't really Billy's fault for the way Jacob had turned out, but yet a part of me did blame him. I could feel myself already pulling away from that friendship and leaning toward the one I was forming with Carlisle.

End Flashback…

When I got home from work, I noticed Edward's car in the driveway, but not Bella's truck. I found that odd. Edward usually was adamant about driving everywhere they went.

When I opened the front door, I heard the tinkling bell-like laughter of Alice coming from the kitchen. I went in that direction and found Bella, Alice, and Edward all together.

"Hi, kids," I greeted them.

"Hi, dad," Bella replied.

"What's up, Charlie?" Alice asked.

Edward smiled and nodded in silent acknowledgment as he continued to help Bella make dinner.

"Where's your truck, Bells? I noticed it wasn't here when I pulled in," I asked her.

"No, it died on the way home. It's beyond repair," she told me.

"Ah, new car time huh?" I asked with a grin.

I knew Bella had been dreading the day when she would have to replace the old beast with a new vehicle. Edward was smirking; and, of course, Bella noticed.

"Edward, if you know what is good for you, you will take that smirk off your face right now," Bella said, annoyance flashing in her eyes.

Alice giggled; and Edward tried to look contrite, but wasn't too successful. I would say this was something he had been looking forward to. One thing I could say for him was that he did love to lavish Bella with expensive gifts. I wouldn't tell her this, but I think deep down she really liked it.

Alice POV

It was so funny when Bella talked to Edward like that. The fragile little human standing up to her vampire boyfriend with such ferocity was very entertaining.

When Bella had dinner ready, she and Charlie sat down to eat. Edward and I sat and talked to them while they ate. We all talked about Charlie becoming a vampire. He asked Edward and me lots of questions about our way of life. We answered them honestly; I could see our honesty and frankness were something he appreciated.

I could also see that he would be very happy with being a vampire. One because he was choosing this life for himself and two because he knew he wouldn't be losing Bella, but gaining a whole new family.

Speaking of family, Bella decided that after dinner would be time to tell Charlie that she and Edward were making him a grandpa. After dinner was over, I told Bella I would clean the kitchen and do the dishes while she and Edward talked to Charlie.

Bella POV

I was excited, but really nervous to tell Charlie that I was pregnant. I wasn't sure how he was going to take the news. I knew he was going to be shocked, but I wasn't sure if he was going to be happy or furious. I was hoping for happy.

"Dad, um, Edward and I have something to tell you," I said nervously.

"Ok, sit down, let's hear it," he replied.

We all sat down on the couch together. Edward could tell how nervous I was and held my hand. It did bring me some measure of comfort.

"Well, you know we are getting married soon, and you and I both will be joining the vampire world. I know that is a lot of changes, but there is one more that you don't know about yet," I told him.

I watched his face as a look of wariness came into his eyes. He stayed quiet though, so I took it as a sign to continue.

"Dad, the other change is that I am pregnant!" I exclaimed excitedly.

Edward and I carefully watched his expression change going from wary to instantly shocked, then to anger; and then tears could be seen forming in his eyes, but not falling. He leaned up and propped his elbows on his knees and dropped his head.

I wasn't sure what that meant, so I looked to Edward, who gave my hand a slight squeeze and a tiny smile appeared on his lips; I assumed from something that Charlie was thinking.

After a considerable amount of silence, Charlie looked up at us; and then he smiled.

"I'm really gonna be a grandpa?" he asked in a voice that sounded as if he was trying to not to choke.

I nodded, as I sat beside Edward and squeezed his hands in mine. Good thing I couldn't hurt him because I was squeezing as hard as I could.

"Aw, come here, honey," he said, opening his arms wide.

I leaned over and he pulled me to him. He hugged me tight and then just held me for a long moment and placed a kiss on the top of my head. After that, he let me go; and he got up and went over to Edward. Edward had stood up; Charlie stuck out his hand for Edward to shake it.

"Congratulations, son; you're a lucky man to be gaining my baby girl's hand in marriage and having her make you a father nearly all at once," he said.

Edward took his hand and shook it; then, Charlie pulled Edward into a manly embrace, and they hugged each other.

"I am sorry, Edward, for all the bad things I have thought about you and hard feelings I have harbored against you. I truly didn't know what a really great young man Bella was choosing. She's done a good job in choosing a husband and father for herself and her child. I am honored to be your father-in-law, to be a grandfather to your child, and also to be joining your family as a vampire soon," he said.

"Thank you, Charlie. I share your honor in all of those things. I do realize how fortunate I am to have Bella's love and devotion as a mate. I look forward to the birth of our child, as well as having you as my father-in-law; I am also happy about you joining our vampire family too," Edward replied.

I was so thankful for how everything had turned out. Charlie was happy about my marriage to Edward, the birth of our baby, and becoming a vampire. Now, I just had to deal with my mother.

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