Chapter 20: Rose's News

BPOV

I was not looking forward to the party. I knew Esme had worked hard, and she was excited about having a huge party for us. But in all honesty, the party was the farthest thing from my mind. My mom had walked away. She had left me in one of the most vulnerable times of my life.

Who was I to turn to for advice? I knew Esme was more than happy to help me, but it just wasn't the same. It didn't make any sense to me. My mom had been thrilled for Alice, but refused to even acknowledge me. It seemed unfair. Something that was supposed to bring joy to the family was tearing me away from my mom.

My dad had genuinely surprised me. He was a lot more supportive that I thought, and I was thankful to at least have him. He seemed to be trying to understand, and he almost seemed happy to be a grandfather. His support meant a lot more to me than he would ever know.

My friends were on their way, and I knew they would make me feel better. I knew they were going to be happy and excited. I would just have to try my best to put my best face forward. I didn't want anyone to know how much my mom had hurt me. Yet, I knew that Edward would definitely see through my charade. He always did, I was not a good liar.

"Your silence is driving me insane." Edward said to me causing me to jump. I had totally forgotten that Edward was in bed with me. He had barely left my side since my mom had left.

"I'm sorry." I whispered trying to smile.

"Your mom will come around." He told me for the millionth time since last night, and I really wanted to believe him. Yet, part of me feared that she never would.

"I hope so, Edward." I mumbled kissing his cheek.

"Come on, Emmett told me they should be here by noon, and it's just about noon." He said enthusiastically helping me up.

"I'm going to go shower." I said weakly retreating into the bathroom.

I heard him sigh before leaving the room. I took a pretty quick shower taking extra time to look at my reflection. My stomach was still flat, with the just the tiny bit of a curve. It was practically not noticeable, but I saw it. I knew I had to be strong for my baby. No matter how much pain I was in, my baby came first.

"Bella!" Alice called from outside opening the bathroom door.

"Can we come in?" Rose inquired with a slight edge to her voice.

"Come in." I said as I slipped my shirt over my head.

Alice bounced in first hugging me tightly. She seemed positively glowing with happiness.

"Mommy Pixie over here is more excited about my news than me." Rose commented as I looked at her curiously.

"What news?" I questioned trying to figure it out.

"Don't be mad, Bella. Alice already knows, but only because she figured it out." Rose began as we stepped out into the bedroom.

"It's not that hard to figure out." Alice commented. "I would appreciate details though."

"What are we talking about?" I asked unsure if they were referring to my own news.

"I will give them, if you would be patient." Rose fired back at Alice ignoring my question.

"Patience is not my strong point." Alice complained sitting on the bed her legs crossed under her.

"Can someone please tell me what's going on?" I said again glaring at my two best friends.

"Emmett asked me to marry him." Rose finally revealed taking her left hand out of her pocket,

I immediately threw myself on her embracing her tightly. "That's great, Rose." I said momentarily forgetting my own problems.

"Can we get the details now?" Alice asked impatiently as I giggled.

"Alright." Rose stated with a huge smile, before beginning her story.

RPOV (flashback)

I had just finished unpacking another box when I threw myself on Emmett's bed, no our bed. I was exhausted, but totally content. I smiled to myself as the soft fabric touched my bare arms and legs. Even though it was only May, the weather felt closer to August. I was wearing only a red tank top and a pair of black shorts.

I had noticed Emmett's eyes traveling up and down my body quite a few times as I put stuff away. His stare sent electricity running through me, and I even caught myself staring at his strong arms. That boy had me head over heals, and I couldn't imagine myself feeling any happier. It was not possible.

I closed my eyes feeling the air conditioner my hot body as I noticed a sudden shift in the bed. Emmett slowly and softly pressed his body into mine his lips lingering at my neck. My arms instinctively wrapped around his neck bringing him closer as his hands caressed my body through the thin fabric of my tank.

"I have something for you." He whispered in my ear before nibbling on it.

"What is it?" I asked breathless.

He smiled at before getting up. "Come get it." He teased taking my hand and walking us towards the living room.

Some of the unpacked boxes were still near the door, but on the coffee table was a simple small box and red rose petals. "What's the occasion?" I inquired not believing that Emmett could be so romantic.

"Why don't you open it?" He said pushing me lightly.

I walked towards the small package picking it up. I gently tugged on the bow before opening the box. My heart skipped a beat as I noticed the beautiful ring. It wasn't very big, but it almost seemed to glitter. It was the most beautiful ring I had ever seen. But what did it all mean?

"Rose." Emmett began taking the ring from my hand and looking deep into my eyes. "Ever since I met you, everything's been different. You're all I will ever need, and I love you with all my being, Will you be my wife?"

I looked at Emmett then down at the ring almost as if I was about to wake up. Romance happened to other people. Things like this did not happen to me. But I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with him. "Ofcourse." I said brightly as he slipped the ring on my finger.

He tenderly kissed my hand before taking my face in between in his hands and kissing me passionately. I, Rosalie Lillian Hale, was going to get married.

BPOV

"How romantic!" Alice and I sighed in unison as we leaned on each other.

"He really surprised me. I was not expecting it all." Rose commented looking down at her ring with a huge smile. "I feel like I'm on top of the world."

"Where's the mommy-to-be?" I heard Emmett yell as he bounded up into the room Edward chasing after him. Jasper entered the room a few seconds later.

"I'm right here, Emmett." Alice answered rolling her eyes at his strange behavior.

"Not you, Alice." Emmett corrected bouncing up and down. "The other one."

Alice immediately looked at Rose who shook her head. "I'm definitely not pregnant." She added as they both turned to look at me.

"Bella?" Rose questioned as I bit my tongue.

"Almost seven weeks." I admitted as they both began to squeal.

"You have to have a boy so that my baby and your baby can get married." Alice began as she patted my stomach.

"Alice, can you not start pairing off my child before he or she is even born." Edward stated pulling me up and wrapping his arms securely around my stomach.

"He's definitely going to be overprotective." Rose added as everyone laughed.

"And that surprises you?" Jasper interjected.

"If they have a daughter then she's not dating until after she's married." Emmett replied.

"Let's not tease Edward." I defended kissing Edward's jaw line.

"Get a room." Alice commented pretending to gag.

"You four are actually in our room." Edward answered kissing me passionately as they all made sick noises.

"We get the point." Emmett spoke. "Don't make me go over there."

"Then leave the room." Edward mumbled during our kisses as Rose hit us with a pillow.

"Let's go shop!" Alice suggested with a new goal in mine. She now had a whole other baby to buy for. It didn't matter that she already had enough stuff for a small country.

"Do we have to?" I whined.

"Yes, you do." Rose replied before leading the way out of the room. "After all, Alice has a whole new set of stores to visit."

A/N: I know this is a short chapter, but I'm really tired and wanted to give you guys an update. I feel guilty when I don't update. Especially when I have so much written.

The next chapter will be the party, and there will be some surprises. It should be up tomorrow night.

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