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Chapter 20

"Bella? Bella? Are you alright?" Edward's terrified face blurred into view. I could feel warm, dry clothing being pulled over my wet body. "Please, tell me your ok. Don't die on me!"

I tried to speak, but my water filled lungs could not produce sound - only the violent coughing as the swallowed fear crept back up my throat. I spat the liquid out onto the sand, stiffly sitting up.

"Oh , thank god you're alive!" he wrapped his arms around me lovingly. " I swear, I'll never let you go again."

" It's fine Edward." I wheezed. " Everything is perfect now that I'm with you."

" Please, don't speak to much . Not yet. I must bring you to see Carlisle." he picked me up bridal style and carried me to the main cabin where Carlisle and Esme resided.

I was still too confused to understand anything, but judging by the way Carlisle smiled, I seemed to be alright.

" I think she's ok…. "

" I've been sick for like.. Two days now. Brutally stomach sick. I don't know what's wrong." I stated. "I think it might be food poisoning or something…"

" Oh, now she's awake." He chuckled. " We'll check that out for you, ok Bella?"

"Thank you Mr. Cullen." I replied.

" Please, call me Carlisle." he smiled. " And I am aware of your wedding engagement to Edward - and just to let you know, I approve. As long as you don't run off anymore." he laughed. " You seem to be a nice woman, and if you make my son happy, then you make me happy."

" I feel the same way." Esme grinned as she walked into the room. " As long as I can help with the preparations."

" Well I'm not sure if Bella would want a big ceremony…" Edward butted in. He wrapped his arms around me, and began to cuddle into the back of my neck. Butterflies hit. And I blushed a deep shade of red.

" Ok, well we can do something a little more private. It's not that big of a worry." Esme said with an even happier expression.

" Esme, please. Don't scare the girl." Carlisle laughed. " Bella can have whatever she wants. She's family now. And because she is family, we are going to do whatever we can to keep her safe."

" Thank you." I said, teary eyed. I held Edward's hand tightly in mine.

" No. Honey, thank you." Carlisle replied. " Thank you for making my son happy."

" More than happy." Edward whispered against my collar. My face flushed again, and began to giggle as I snuggled into him.

"I love you." I said quietly.

" I love you too." he said, kissing my cheek.

" So when's the wedding?" I grinned.

" Whenever you want."

" Will we get into trouble if we did it soon?" I asked, tilting my head to look him in the eye.

" Well, maybe we could just - get married. And then I'll talk it over with the Volturi . They can't get upset if we're already married right?" he said, glancing at Carlisle and Esme for approval.

" Edward, I don't think that is a good idea. You should talk to them first. Just in case. Don't mention her name either. Just leave as many details out as possible."

" When do you suppose I should go and ask them?"

" You can't just call?" I asked, confused.

" No, they're old fashioned." Esme giggled. " It will only take Edward a few days at the most though. You can survive that long right?"

" Well -"

" Can she not just come with me?" Edward asked.

" Absolutely not." Carlisle replied. " It is too risky. And besides, she still has to serve her time here at the camp. We cannot send her home without the proper hours in."

" So I get to go home?" I said in shock, smiling suddenly.

" Not yet." Esme answered. " But maybe you two could go for a little honey moon after she's served her year or two."

" Really?" Edward looked completely shocked.

" Sure." Carlisle grinned. "As long as we have the permission to do so from the Volturi. See, we can send people home whenever we want - based on their behaviour of course. The Volturi dominates us all, getting the final say - but if we thought you were ready to leave, they might just let you go."

" Ok, so now it only depends on the Volturi ?" I asked.

" Correct."

" When can I leave." Edward demanded.

" Whenever you want. We can cover your cabin , you only have a few boys anyway. It would be appreciated if you could grab us some lunch while your at it." Carlisle winked.

" Surely." Edward bowed his head. " Thank you" He turned to leave, motioning me to fallow.

Once we got into the hallway, Edward reached down and wrapped his hand gently around my neck. I stood on my toes to kiss him. We shared a long, passionate moment together, before he let me go and I lowered myself back on my heels.

" Listen," Edward smiled, giving me a loving look. " I'm going to go speak to the volturi , and get some food. Alright? It will take two, three days at the most. And when I come back , we'll move into a cabin together, and start planning for the future. How does that sound?"

" Lonely." I sighed.

" Bella, I promise. It may be two or three days - but after that, we'll never be apart again." he took my hands in his. " I love you."

" I love you too." I said for the millionth time - and yet, I felt like I could say it a million more.

" Isabella Swan. Will you wait for me?"

" Do I have any other choice?" I giggled jokingly.

" Come here you…" he laughed, pulling me into a big bear hug.

" Forever?" I whispered softly.

" And always." He replied , simply giving me a peck on the lips before dashing out the door.

There I stood for five or ten minutes, feeling all warm and tingly inside. The feeling of being around someone you love tends to linger for a bit. I hoped the lingering sensation of him would help me survive on my own for a while. I knew it would be hard without him. Even though the Cullen's were treating me better now, I would still miss him. I slowly ambled out the door, looking at the trees. I was in a daze, just wandering throughout the woods when I heard someone calling my name. I stopped, and twisted on my heel to see who it was.

" Bella!" Carlisle laughed as he swiftly walked up to me. " I forgot to mention your new living arrangements. You will not be living in that tent anymore. Especially since you are ill. We're in the process of building a home for you and Edward, but you can go back and stay in your old cabin until we are finished - alright?"

" Perfect!" I smiled as I day dreamed.

I pictured Edward and I sitting out on the front deck of my dream home, with the pretty flowers and white picket fence. There were children playing on the lawn in front of us. They looked like Edward. They were gorgeous. I imagined taking Edward's ice cold hand in mine, and kissing each knuckle as he chuckled. I fantasized about watching the beautiful sun-set with my beautiful family.

Then I came back to real life.

Carlisle stood in front of me, arms crossed , one eyebrow raised.

" You're foolish." he chuckled. " I now see why Edward enjoys your company so much."

And with a quick pat on the shoulder, Carlisle was gone.

I stood there, enjoying the blissful solitude for a moment. I began to smooth out my shirt a bit when I noticed a bump in my back pocket. The letter!

"Oh yeah! I forgot!" I said, hauling the paper out. I un-crumpled the sheet a bit, and began to read it.

Bella

I wanted to let you know that I forgive you for ruining my life. It's okay. I'm fine now - you know , all my friends hate me. I'm getting beat up and bullied everyday by not only the C.A.'s but TJ and the crew too.

They know about your relationship with Edward.

I'm sorry, but I couldn't handle it anymore.

See, they had me pinned down in the mud. And they were punching me, and kicking me, and pouring ice cold water over my face. They suspected that you and Edward were together. And they were pissed.

They almost killed me Bella. Just to find out if you two are together or not.

I can only imagine what they'd do to you if you came back.

Please, be careful. I mean , you are my only friend here at the camp. And I love you like a sister. I couldn't watch you get beaten with so much intensity like I was. Please, just stay away from the girls. And me.

It's not that I don't want to see you anymore, its just that I don't want to get beaten up anymore. The girls can hold a grudge. And if they see us together - I'm not sure what would happen. So let's just take a break from seeing each other for a while. And whenever we are released from this hell hole, we'll talk - ok?

Comet.

My eyes glazed across that paper about a thousand times. I couldn't believe what I had done.

I almost killed my best friend.

I felt guilty from the beginning, but after reading the note, my guilt intensified.

At first, I felt scared - thinking of having to go back to that cabin. What would they do to me? But my fear soon shifted into a blood boiling rage. I was so angry - I just wanted to kill TJ and the 'crew'. They said they were her friends! My friends! Then they go and beat her to pieces?

I rose to my feet, and began to run. I ran as fast I possibly could. And then I saw it.

My old cabin.

" Hey, TJ!" I screamed, running towards her in anger. " What the hell do you think you're doing? You said you were my friend - Comet's friend too! You back stabbing whore! I can't believe you would betray us like that." I stood in front of her now. My hands were tingling, ready to slap.

" Betray you?" TJ laughed. " I can't believe you would betray us like that."

" What are you talking about?"

" Bella, you knew how much I loved Edward. I told you the friggin story. You knew everything! And you still stole him from me. Do you have any manners at all?"

We were surrounded now, by the people at camp. They couldn't miss this.

" TJ, you weren't with Edward. He isn't your property. And we love each other! I'm sorry, but we can't change our feelings!"

" You're stealing everyone at camp!" she screamed. " You stole my best friend from me, the love of my life, and Jacob!"

" First of all, you pushed Comet away. You beat her up! What kind of friendship is that? Second, I didn't steal Edward from anyone. He was single when we got together - ok? And third, you don't even know Jake!"

" I wanted to know him." she stated, raising one brow.

" Well get to know him. He's a nice guy." I replied.

" I can't!" She screamed . " Because he's too busy chasing after you!"

" NO HE'S NOT! We're just friends!"

" Well we're not ." she said, pointing at me, then herself.

" Why not?" I asked loudly.

" Because you're a lying bitch!"

" So are you!" I said , making a face.

" I hate you!" she said, suddenly grabbing me by the hair and pulling me to the ground. I took handfuls of her short black hair , and began tugging. She rolled on top of me, pinning me down, and slapped me across the face.

" Whore!" I screamed, bringing my legs up to wrap around her neck. She fell backwards onto the ground, her legs still wrapped around my stomach - mine still putting pressure around her throat. I began to punch her in the stomach repeatedly.

We continued to fight as the crowd got excited. People were screaming, and laughing. I heard some boys talking about how 'hot' it was. It was pure chaos.

Unexpectedly, I head the loud voice of Carlisle.

"Stop! She's pregnant!"

The madness stopped. Everything stopped. The only noise for miles was my breathing. Carlisle stood, completely serious , staring at us.

" I said to stop. Bella may be pregnant." He crossed his arms and waited for us to out of the way.

I let go of TJ and stood up in shock, rubbing my stomach.

" How?" I managed to whisper.

" Come with me." Carlisle said, putting one arm around my shoulders and bringing me into his office. The crowd looked shocked, confused, even amused. People snickered , and whispered as we past." I think you're pregnant." He said, closing his office door behind him. "So you should do this pregnancy test just to be sure." He handed me an at-home pee stick, still in the box. I stared at it in silence. " You shouldn't fight anymore either. It may hurt the child…"

" Kay." I mumbled , walking into the bathroom. I returned a couple minutes later. " It says you have to wait for a couple of minutes."

"I know."

" How could this happen?" I asked, looking up at him in fear.

" Unprotected sex." he stated simply.

" Yes, I know… but - who's baby is it?" I worried.

" Well, you've been here at Camp for about a month now. So it could be anyone's."

" Do you think it could be Edward's?" I hoped.

" I'm not quite sure." he spoke quietly. " Women vampires cannot have children, because their bodily functions are stopped. But men can still reproduce, because it does not require monthly action for their reproductive system to work - if you know what I mean…"

" So it could be his?" I asked.

" Possibly." he ran his fingers through his blonde hair. " How many people did you have sex with before Edward?"

" Shit." tears came to my eyes as I thought back in the past.

" What's wrong?" he demanded.

" I've had sex with … a countless amount of people. I have no clue who the father of my baby is."

" Well, when it comes out - hopefully you will be able to tell?" Carlisle said, looking disappointed.

" I hope so." I began to cry.

If anything, I wanted this baby to be Edward's. That way, we could start our family together, and be together forever. But the possibility of it being someone else's child is great too. I felt so nervous. So scared. So guilty. So angry.

I began to hyperventilate. My hands grasped the edge of the desk tightly as I struggled for oxygen. I fell into a near by chair, fanning myself with my hands in an attempt to calm myself down.

" Bella…"

Silence.

" The results are finished."

"What is it? Carlisle?" I demanded in the stillness.

" You're defiantly pregnant." he muttered.

" But with who's baby?" I asked, breathing hard.

" I don't know."