Chapter Twenty-one
I left my brother and his wife to have their bit of peace and quiet while the rest of us decided to eat. I had gotten a glimpse of what needed to happen in Italy and was now wondering if Alice had seen any of it. As I pondered that idea myself, Tye and Edward answered my question. "Yes." They answered in unison.
SHIT! So not what I wanted to hear. I wanted to be able to take all the women back home and barricade them in, run off to Italy, storm the castle, kill the bad guys and save the women but no my life can't be that simple. Not only do I have to explain this to the rest of my friends and family but I have to find a way to convince my baby brother to take his wife and twin along with Tanya, Kate and Tia to Italy. If they didn't come we could never win. This is such a cluster fuck! He is going to rip me a new one just for suggesting it.
"I know how you feel. I have to explain to Emmett that both of his baby sisters are essential to saving the women in Italy." Edward said.
"Edward is there any possibility that Alice could persuade Emmett and in turn Emmett could persuade Jasper?" I asked.
"Fat chance in that. She has way too much energy for him. He can only take her in small doses. But I got an idea that might work." Edward replied.
"Shoot."
"What if Tia boosts Rosalie in convincing them both?"
"Oh my god, why didn't I think of that. Pure genius Edward." I replied.
"Being inside everyone's mind does have its advantages."
"Hey Rose, got a second to talk to your big brother?" I asked.
"Always Peter, what's up?" She replied.
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"NO. No way, no how. NO. NO. NO. NO." Emmett bellowed as Rosalie pulled him off to the side to talk.
"Benjamin I gotta borrow Tia, I'll have her back in a second, I swear." I whispered as I carried her up behind Emmett and practically through her at Rose.
"Boost her." I mumbled before patting Emmett and walking back to Char and James.
"Emmy bear, you need to lower your voice and listen to for a second." Rose cooed.
Damn she's good. Instantly he softened and his eyes glazed over.
"We have to do this. Peter and Alice both saw it. If Tanya, Kate, Tia, Bella and I don't go then we lose and the women don't get rescued. You need to trust me and agree with this. You're also going to help me convince Jasper." Rosalie whispered while running her hands up and down Emmett's chest.
"Whatever you say baby, I just want you happy."
Damn she's extra good. I have to remember not to let Tia near Rose or Tanya the next time I need convincing of something. One down now I just need Tia to help Tanya convince Alistair and Garrett. This ought to be interesting. Alistair will definitely give in because he adores Tanya but Garrett will probably need to be zapped by Kate a bunch of times even if Tanya works her mojo on him.
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"Ow! Woman stop zapping me!" Garrett yelled.
"Well stop acting like a caveman and agree." Kate countered.
"You know I think you're losing your touch. That one wasn't that bad. Zap me all you want I can take it. I just want you safe." Garrett practically whined.
"Did I mention no sex either?"
"Now that's just cruel. Why would you -? I mean - , I understand but - UGH! Alright but you owe me big time and if you get hurt in the slightest I will spend the next year telling you I told you so." Garrett replied.
"I knew you'd see it my way. I love you." Kate cooed while hugging him.
Yes, that means we just need to talk Jasper into it.
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I was thoroughly enjoying myself. I couldn't see Bella in her blacked out bubble but I could feel her and man my senses were on overload. We had made love three times and had gotten dressed but she was still straddling my lap and gently kissing my neck. I was already getting hard again and was about to suggest round number four when I felt my phone vibrate. I pulled it out of my pocket and saw it was Peter.
NO TIME FOR ROUND FOUR. WE'RE COMING WITH YOUR FOOD AND WE NEED TO TALK! - P
Well shit! So much for my alone time with my wife.
"Bella baby, we have to get presentable. They're coming back with our food and Peter says we need to talk." I said as I pulled Bella off of my neck. We both groaned in protest.
"I know baby but we're not far from home. We should be back by about 10:00PM. The rest of the night belongs to you and me in our bedroom. Behind a locked door and no cell phones!" I added.
"Promise?" She asked.
"Anything for you."
"Okay, tell big brother the coast is clear." She said as the bubble cleared and I squinted my eyes to adjust to the sunlight.
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I can't believe what Peter just said. He threw it out there so nonchalantly and just expected Jasper to accept it and go on with life. He told us both that us women were essential to winning against the Volturi and if we didn't come then the men would lose and we would be taken again into slavery. To say that the tension was so thick in the Hummer that it could be cut with a knife was an understatement. Thankfully though Peter's Spidey senses started going off because before I even felt Jasper's arms snake around my waist or his anger projecting Peter yelled out, 'kiss him Bella'. So of course I did and as my lips hit his the anger was drowning me. I actually bit Jasper's bottom lip and dug my nails into the back of his neck. I even heard myself growl before the anger finally eased off and turned to a forced calm.
"Better?" I asked.
"Thank you baby. I'm sorry I projected that." Jasper apologized.
"It's okay but I need you calm so we can hear him out. Can you do that?"
Jasper took a look at the others in the SUV and realized that they were still feeling the effects of the anger he projected.
"SHIT, MOTHER FUCKER! LEARN HOW TO DRIVE OR GET OFF THE FUCKING HIGHWAY!' Emmett screamed from the driver's seat.
"Emmy Bear calm down. Jasper was projecting, try to work through it and calm down." Rose pleaded.
"Jazz man, that shit sucks. Don't do that again!"
"Sorry Em, I think I'm calm now." Jasper replied.
"Okay now that it's all settled. Peter explain yourself and slowly. Keep the sentences short, don't ramble or I'll have Char cut you off if Jasper starts projecting again." I commanded.
"Harsh, baby Bean!" Peter joked.
"Pot and Kettle Peter, learn how to ease into a story. Now start from the beginning of your trip to knower land with Tye and explain to Jasper why I'm needed." I replied.
"You make it sound like you're already on his side Bella." Jasper whined.
"That's because I am now hush and listen to the story." I cooed.
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Peter explained in detail and Jasper argued against it in detail. At one point I was sure that I would have to shield him because I could feel the anger building but he managed to contain it but still wouldn't waver. I was at my wits end when I heard the most beautiful and seductive voice from over my left shoulder.
"Jasper, twin, listen to Peter and do as he says. Bella and I are needed and you will agree to all of us going. We'll be just fine. We will win and the Volturi will no longer threaten us. Do as big brother says and agree with us. It will be just fine." Rosalie said and I swear the words were honey and velvet and practically tickled my every sense.
"Rosebud, you're both pregnant! What about the babies? You could all get hurt." Jasper whined.
"We'll all be just fine, I promise. Now be a good big brother and agree to what Master Yoda is saying."
"Alright Rosie, I agree we'll all go to Italy." Jasper said with a sigh as he cuddled closer to me.
"Damn she's good." Peter blurted as he stared as his sister in awe.