Someone Like You
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AN: I apologize for the tardiness. My sister is on vacation in Brazil. She asked me if I could update some of her stories. I did. I hope that it's well accepted.
-Addivani
Surprise
Jevian's POV
It wasn't like life could get any worst, right? Guess again! Savannah's pregnancy was a difficult one. Every day was a struggle to keep her alive long enough to deliver the unborn child… Ok, this is where it gets strange. Nessie's grandfather, Dr. Carlyle Cullen suggested that we move closer to his house and we did. We managed to put our lives on hold for the time being. Savannah stopped working on her upcoming art show. I rented my photography studio to a friend of mine. Savannah's and Leslie's mother promised to look over our house while we were away, so for now everything was working out fine. I didn't go anywhere without my angel. She was constantly in my line of vision. I watched as our child slowly destroyed her, little by little. She wasn't the strong Savannah that I married. Her physique and health had rapidly diminished, but she still smiled proudly whenever the child moved within her.
"What?" I heard Savannah shrieked.
I ran to Dr. Cullen's office and without knocking opened the door ajar. Nessie and Leslie both stared at me quizzically.
"What's wrong, angel?" I asked nervously, dashing to my princess' side. I took her hand in mine and gently squeezed it. She had tears on her face and a wide smile was displayed on her face. "What happened?"
"It's," Savannah began, but trailed off.
"We should leave them alone," Nessie said, as she stood up from her chair and stare at her grandfather.
"Yes," Dr. Cullen said pleasantly. "They have a lot to discuss."
"Congratulations," Leslie said contently and gave me a hug. If I was confused before, imagine now. "You two are lucky."
"Lucky?"
"Yes," Savannah cried and placed my hand over her lips. "We have been so blessed!"
"What do you mean, honey?"
"Jay," Savannah said, lifting her hand for me to help her up. I gently pulled her to her feet and steered her out of the large medical office that Dr. Cullen had in his Oregon mansion. "I want Alice and Emmett to know too," she said.
In the past few months, Savannah had forged a tight friendship with Alice. Alice loved her, because Savannah was too girly and loved to be pampered by the small pixie-like woman. Emmett was too over protective of her. He adored her and was always attentive to her needs. The rest of the Cullens were kind and often kept their distance from her, since my wife was still human. Esme doted on Savannah constantly and was always attentive of my princess' need. I was grateful that they welcomed us into their house and constantly made us feel welcome.
"This is your house," Edward said, as he read my thoughts. "You are part of the family. We are the ones that should feel proud that you consider us your friends."
"Of course," Savannah said, smiling at Edward and his wife Bella, as she stood beside her husband. "You are soon going to be part of my family."
"Yes," Alice said, as she skipped down the large staircase that led to the living room. "I can't wait for the news."
"You probably already know," Nessie said, flopping on the large leather sofa, next to her husband. He sat quietly staring at me and then at Leslie.
"I do," Alice added. "But the rest of the family doesn't know."
"I do know,"
"That's not fair, Edward!" Emmett said, as he walked in to the living room followed by his wife, Rosalie. She stood near the window and watched closely at what was happening. She glared at Savannah and then at Leslie.
"So?" I asked nervously, as I gently sat next to Savannah. She rested her head on my chest and giggled, as she rubbed her large belly.
"OK," she began and turned her face to me. She gave me a chaste kiss on the lips and smiled lovingly. Just her smile had the power to melt me. "As you all know," she said giddily, a happy tear descending down her face. "I'm four months pregnant and according to Dr. Cullen's… I should be giving birth pretty soon. I don't know how the labor is going to be, but, well, that's another topic." She stopped, as she glanced around the room, her eyes resting on her sister. "I know that you don't accept my decision of becoming a vampire after the birth of my children, but I want-"
"Children?" Rosalie asked confused.
"Bingo!" Emmett shouted, rushing to Savy's side and scooping her in his large arms. "Tiny Tim is having more kids? You kept it a secret, you devil!"
"Um, children?" Leslie said puzzled. "But, you couldn't see the ultrasound. It was too-"
"I could hear the unborn children's heartbeats." Dr. Cullen said calmly. "They sound healthy."
"So," I said shocked. "How many children are there?"
"I heard two heartbeats,"
"But," I stuttered. "I didn't hear them,"
"They are synchronized,"
"Twins," Leslie sobbed. "I'm so happy for you, Savy!" she squealed, running to where Emmett held Savannah and took her hand. "You are having twins!"
"I know," Savannah shrieked. "If they are a boy and a girl, I'm naming them Giovanni and Gia."
"Gia?" Rosalie asked, taking a step closer to where her husband stood. She was a few feet away from me. "Why Gia?"
"Because," Savannah said nervously. "Emmett told me how much you love that name."
"But," Rose paused.
"You love that name, right?" Savannah asked hopeful. "It would be nice if you help me raise them. I might have complications giving birth and Jevian might have to turn me into a vampire as soon as they are born. They'll need someone that will protect them. Nessie told me how you protected… um, human Bella from those that didn't want Nessie." She said shyly.
"I would love that very much," The blond female said, placing her hand over her non-beating heart. "I would be honor, Savannah,"
"You owe me a new Porsche," Alice said in a sing-song voice, as she whacked Edward on the arm.
"Fine, what color?" Edward said defeated.
"Black is fine," she said.
Everyone in the room laughed at the exchange of words between siblings. That night, Rose stayed beside Savannah and they talked for a long time. Nessie also joined their conversation, telling Savannah what to expect from a vampire hybrid babies. Bella also told her about her experience with giving birth to Nessie.
Leslie remained beside her sister, until the end of August. She had to return to Washington, since she missed her husband and children, but promised to be back to meet her future nephews. Savannah held on tightly to her sister and didn't want to let go. She feared that this was going to be the last time that they would see each other.
"I don't care if you become a vampire and drink blood," Leslie whispered in her sister's ear. "Just don't forget that I love you so much."
Leslie slowly pulled away from their embrace and gave Savannah a weak smile, before she got inside Nessie's Mercedes. "I'll be back soon." she promised, waving at us. I held on to a weeping Savannah during the rest of the night. She barely ate after her sister left. I began to get worried. Rosalie helped me take care of her when it was my time to go hunting. I was constantly worried for her safety. It wasn't until after two days of Leslie's departure, when Savannah's health began to deteriorate. The circles under her eyes were darker and her lower back was killing her. She cried constantly and Carlyle cancelled his hospital appointments just to be beside her. We knew that her time to deliver the babies was falling upon us like a bad tempest.
"How is she?" I asked as soon as I came back from hunting. According to Alice, that morning my children were going to be born. Jasper stayed beside me, helping me with her mood enhancing ability. I felt relaxed and calmed, but still worried for the safety of my family. "Are the children doing well?"
"She is fine. Her body is preparing harder for the delivery of the children. I'm going to have to do a Cesarean, because if the children break through their placenta, they might rip her apart and kill her." he said worriedly. "Edward went to hunt and as soon as he returns we are going to start the delivery process. I will need you to stay calm. Did you prepare the needles with your poison?" he asked me, as he checked on Savannah's heart monitor. "I won't lie to you. As soon as the children are delivered, you are going to have to inject the venom in her heart."
"OK," I said nervously.
The morning slowly came and Savannah was heavily sedated. It wasn't after Alice and Bella came back from hunting that things began to get complicated. Alice visions began to come and go, but she kept it to herself. I knew that Edward was aware of what was happening, but he didn't say anything to me or anyone. "We are going to observe her in the mean time," Carlyle said, bringing me back from my reverie. "Everything will be fine," he reassured me. "She is strapped to the monitors and we'll know when we have to deliver the children."
"I'm nervous," I said, swallowing hard. "What if her blood-"
"It won't happen," Alice said, as she walked into the room. "I can promise you that."
"What are you guys talking about?" Savannah asked, as she slowly opened her eyes. "Am I going to die? Are the babies alright?" she asked frightened, trying to get up from the bed.
"No," I said rushing to her side. I placed a calming hand on her shoulder and gently pushed her back. "You are going to be alright. I'll protect you, princess. You are going to be fine."
"You are going to be like us pretty soon," Alice said, caressing Savannah's tanned face with her porcelain fingers. "Your children are going to be fine, I promise."
"You are lying, Alice," Savannah whispered, closing her eyes. "I don't think that I'm going to survive this."
"Don't say that, please." I said angrily. "We are going to be a happy family. Yes, you'll have to adapt to your new life. But I'll be there for you. I'll be there every step of the way."
"I don't- I'm scared," she sobbed and hid her face in the crook of my neck and wept. "I am so scared."
After a while, Savannah fell back asleep and I remained beside her. Nessie and Alice sat in the sofa in front of Savannah's bed, keeping me company. I didn't mind them there. I just wanted to be beside my angel. I felt the weight of Savannah's words weighing down on me.
"How can you see her children, but not my daughter?" Nessie asked confused Alice, bringing me back to reality. "You couldn't see me when I was born."
"You've been linked to a shapeshifter even before you were born." Alice explained. "Savannah is the daughter of a werewolf, but somehow, I can see her and her children." she said nonchalantly, playing with Nessie's hair.
"But, she's-"
"I know that she is too, but she is destined to be with a vampire child. Jevian is closer to us. He is more vampire than human. Don't ask me how I can see her. I just can. At times, she's blurry... well, one of the babies is blurry... but I can see her." She explained and walked to the bed where Savannah was. "Are you alright, sweetie? I can get you anything that you want." she said to me, smiling kindly as her golden eyes burrowed through my soul. "You don't have to be scared for her. She's going to survive and be beside you for an eternity."
"You promise," I said, feeling like a scared child.
"I do," Alice said. "I may not see the future clearly, but," she paused, sitting near the edge of Savannah's bed. "But I can safely tell you that your love will be strong. It will survive."
"Thank you," I said, nodding at Alice. She got up from the bed and towered over me.
"She's going to wake up," Alice said merrily. "She won't be in a good mood, Jevian." she laughed and walked back to the sofa.
Fifteen minutes later, Savannah began to shift uncomfortably in the bed. "Ugh," she groaned. "I'm still pregnant!" she hissed and turned on her side to face me. "Jevian, why am I still pregnant?"
"Dr. Cullen, he thought that it would be safe to wait a bit longer," I said, caressing her soft, tear-stained cheek. "You'll have them soon, I promise. Do you need something, precious?"
"No," Savannah said through clenched teeth. Her face twisting in agony. "I want to have these babies soon! UGH! It hurts!"
"And you will," Carlyle said, entering the room. "It's time for them to meet their parents." he smiled and walked over to the machinery that Savannah was strapped to. He examined the babies' heart beat and other monitors and then Savannah. "You are having contractions..."
"Agh!" Savannah yelled in pain. "They are coming!"
I squeezed her hand and stared at Carlyle. He was so calm that I felt like there was something wrong with Savannah and the children. The morning was long and the pregnancy didn't progress. Savannah cried out in pain and I felt guilty for putting her in this position. I hated myself for making her hurt. Savannah was sedated once again to ease her pain. She was fully aware of what was happening around her. Her eyes were fixed on mine. Carlyle remained close to the room and every so often would monitor my wife. Alice remained quiet, too quiet for my liking. I felt alone and desolated, unable to help my princess. When the sedatives wore off, Savannah's screams began to get louder. I tried to comfort her, but somehow she was angry at me. "Get out!" she yelled. "You! I hate you!" she cried, pushing my hand away from her.
"You should go for now," Carlyle chuckled. "It's normal that this happen. She'll be calling you back to her side pretty soon."
"I don't find it funny," I whined, leaving the room and entering the downstairs living room. I reached for the seat closer to the stairs that led to Savannah's room. I felt despondent, unable to ease Savannah's pain. I reached for my phone and dialed Leslie's phone number. She answered on the third ring. I told her about Savannah and she laughed.
"She'll get over it soon," Leslie said reassuringly. "She needs you, Jay. Be there for her, OK!" she said.
"I will," I mumbled. "I'll call you as soon as anything new comes up, alright?"
"I'll be waiting," Leslie said kindly. "Keep me informed. And Jay,"
"Yes,"
"Thank you for loving my sister,"
"Thanks you, Les," I said, feeling a bit content.
I hung up the phone and placed it on the front pocket of my polo shirt. I looked around the living room and found Emmett staring at me. Jacob Black and one of his many friends were sitting in the living room too. I glanced back to the hall and leaned back on the chair. I played nervously with the hem of my shirt. I didn't know what to do. I was wearing to hear Savannah yell my name and call me back into the room. But nothing happened. All I could hear was the loud agonizing screams coming from her and the erratic heartbeats of my unborn children.
"She'll be fine," Jasper said, and suddenly, I felt this calming aura that filled me with assurance that my wife was going to be alright. "My wife saw your future and she is happy with what she saw."
"Did she tell you?"
"She told me some," he chuckled.
"Can you tell me, um, some of it?" I said, chortling. "It would be nice to know. I don't want to mess it up. You know... I don't want to mess up my children's future." I said honestly.
"I know how you feel," he shrugged. "You are going to be great with the children." Jasper mumbled and leaned against the wall.
"Jevian," Savannah screamed.
"You should go back inside to be with your wife. She needs you," he grinned and nodded his head towards the corridor that led to the room where Savannah awaited me. "You'll be fine,"
"Baby!" she continued yelling. "I need you! I'm so sorry!"
I got up from the chair and thanked Jasper and hurried back to the room. I was prepared for this. In a matter of minutes, my children would be welcomed to a world filled with love from their parents. I wanted to meet the miracles that Savannah and I had created. I rushed to her side and kissed her moist cheeks. She smiled at me and reached for my hand. I was ready! We were ready to welcome our children.