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Chapter 21. How did She Do That? Oh right, I can give out gifts.
Micheal the Arc Angel's POV.
As we flew down from our celestial heavenly home, I knew a few things... I had watched Jasper search for his mate since before she had been born... And I also knew he got his powerful warrior skills from having literal angel blood in him, mine to be exact...Sure we are angels, just as they are vampires, but we are still men...I had fallen for his great great great grandmother, so many years ago when it was easier for all creatures to mingle... I knew Bella, was always insecure and fragile, until she met her real soul mate, and i was very happy for both of them to finally find each other... Watching them grow from above had been like holding our breathes until that perfect match had finally been placed just right and clicked together like a puzzle piece. I knew they were in for the fight of their life, and I knew they would be victorious... Some would indeed parish, but really what is death? It is hell, that I wouldn't want a part of. I also knew that they each would have power of earthly Elements, I just needed to touch them both on the shoulder to give that gift. I knew that my Master, our God, had told me how special these two would be, and how I should take time to talk to Jasper, about many things, mainly his guilt... Maria had mended her old ways, yet Jasper still had guilt... Sometimes God does things no one understands, but nothing is ever left to die in vain... Nothing is truly mortal... No we all have eternal life... Whether or not it is on earth, Heaven, or Hell... We all make choices, often we make the wrong ones, and guilt builds up in us... But we are always forgiven... So long as we regret doing wrong, and try to do right. I would also be tasked with talking to the rest of the Cullen clan... They had to understand the great design in God's plan... To a point... I mean most of it still confuses me, but he is the dude in charge. They would have to understand that instinct is natural, and they should not be viewed as wrong... Predator and prey ... The whole Eco-cycle... Yes God Created Man first, but also created many supernatural creatures... This Carlisle should not feel he was born out of demons... Hell no. Lucifer does not have that kind of power... Only God can create... Hopefully he can stop suffering and eat for a change. Yes innocent people die everyday... But if it wasn't a Vampire, it would be a car accident, a strike of lightening, a much more slow and sadistic murder of a disturbed and sick human... Ah yes I would have my work cut out for me.
As we made our way to the castle I dispensed my gifts, without them even knowing I had.... Now they could also both control weather to their advantage... They still didn't know it though... Being a warrior in God's court had it's perks and humor.
"So what can we expect?" Jasper asked seriously as we made our way to the dinning hall, to discuss our battle plans.
"Lucifer.... We will take care of him, I always do... But he is powerful, more powerful than you...Trust me." I stated honestly while I stared him in the eye.
"Okay and what else ?" Jasper replied with interest and honesty.... Yes my descendant was a warrior, and he made me proud.
"Well, you should be able to take out the gaurd, but they have pet demons they use... They will play mind games with you... Make you see and fear things that aren't really happening... Just know they are only using illusions." I said honestly but stern so he would heed my warning.
"Casualty's?" He asked quickly.
"A few..." I stated honestly.
"My family?" He asked with worry.
I took a deep breath... "A few." I stated again honestly... And he let out a snarl.
"Bella why don't you go see Rafael, and the troops... He will want to start working on your tactical skills, and gift use." I said calmly, and I could sense her gratefulness, as to not want to be their if by the chance Maria was brought up.
"Do not let anything happen to my Bella!" Jasper pleaded with me once she took her leave.
"Never, that would be impossible, you, Bella,, us angels, many more of the supernatural types are protected under God's protection... You will be a great leader." I said proudly.
"I feel as if we have met before ?" Jasper asked nervously yet composed.
"I am your great great great grandfather.... The one who died, while your great great grandfather was in the womb.... Back then it was easier for us all to mingle amongst the humans.. " I said honestly... No point in witholding the truth now.
"W-what? Are you serious ?" Jasper responded while sounding very dumbfounded.
"Yes... Why do you think you are such a good Warrior ? It is in your blood, and let me just say you make all of us above very proud." I replied with a very large grin.
"Well this is interesting." He stated again more elated.
"Yes, very... But right now we have a job to get done, Grandson." I finished with a smile.
We continued out plotting and stratagey for some time, and we had it all laid out, then we took time to talk about tactical measures... Before long we had it all planned out... And you know what , it was very rewarding being able to plan a big battle with my own kin. I knew this battle would be large... But as more and more army's started to form outside, I got the feeling how big... And I had to laugh a little in spite of myself... Truly Lucifer was in for a a very big bad surprise.
Making our way to the fields to start our practices, I felt proud, and honored that my own kin would be so influential with the battle of battles between supernaturals.. Now it was time to practice!.
Rafael's POV
I was doing my thing, just sending waves of calm and high spirits to the troops, talking to all the young vampires or shap shifters, or now apparently both, I.E. the La Push pack... When I was joined by Bella... Ah yes Bella was a sweet lass... I had enjoyed watching her grow into the fine creature she was today. She was so in love with Jasper it made my heart leap for them... And now she was going to be ruler of the supernaturals... Ah yes, eternity would be great for her... So humble and pure of heart, God always did see things through... Even though most the time he confuses me to no end. . .
"So your an angel?" Bella asked calmly, still in shock about everything.
"Yes, I am... And your a vampire, who has a great purpose in life and you are about to meet your destiny." I answered honestly.
"You know about Maria ?" She whispered.
"Of course... However, you see what happens to those who fight against evil. . .Nobody ever truly dies Bella." I answered her honestly... I could feel the anxiety rolling off of her.
"Can I ask you something ?..." She whispered as we walked.
"Anything..." I replied calmly.
"Why me ? Why us ? I mean what made me so special ? " She asked in a questioning tone.
"Well... Because you two ... You have a love, that many will never experience... Period.. Your both humble, your both proud, you both would die if something happened to another... And because, you were both destined for greatness." I said honestly with a light chuckle.
"It kinda creeps me out a little." She asnwered honestly.
"Ah, yes, see your humble." I laughed.
"Will I loose anyone else besides Maria ?" She asked with honesty in a nervous tone.
"Bella, I am not God... Far from... However I can say, whatever happens it happens for a reason, not out of hate or being mean." I replied with utter honesty... And took a breath of earthly air, before I continued.. "You see Some will be lost in this battle, I don't know all the names, but sometimes a persons will can change destiny... It is complex but it webs the earthly and heavenly design of things.... For instance you were Edwards singer, your number was up the first day he smelled you... Though he was already madly in love with Alice and could have eaten you I suppose , he did what was right... And that eventually lead you to your destiny... To Jasper.... Your true soul-mate. See everything always works out... And evil is always a choice, he and Alice could have easily told Jasper to get lost once they laid eye's on each other, but patience is a virtue, he waited till the right time.... You see ?" I asked as I finished sincerely.
"W-well no... It totally confuses me." Bella whisper answered with a light laugh.
"Ah, yes, see at least now you understand how confusing it all is though." I said as we got into a formation to practice gifts with Gabe.
"Yeah, I can see that... Well, thanks for talking to me Rafael, I appreciate it... I guess it is time to start practicing." She said with a smile.
"No problem Bella, I am free to talk anytime you need... Now let's get to work." I answered her smiling in return.
As we started to practice, I was shocked when Gabe called Bella front in center to go first... I knew she was very powerful... But Holy Cows in Heaven... I think for once Gabe over estimated himself ! And I laughed in spite of myself.
Gabe's POV
While Micheal was busy planing out a strategy, I had been talking to Carlisle... Finally he understood he wasn't a monster. Esme finally understood as well... They could both finally start living unashamed as to who they really were. When I saw Rafael with Bella coming to the formation, i knew I wanted to see what her new elemental gifts of earthly power included... Yes she would go first.. I smiled at this thought... So humble, sure vampires are a force to be reckoned with, however, we were Arc Angels... If anyone could kick some ass, well we could... However I would go easy on her.
"Bella front and center... " I called out with authority... In a civil tone.
"O- Okay..." She answered softly... Ah, nerves... We would have to work on those.
"I am going to charge you... I want you to put your gifts aside, and try to take me on using hand to hand skills." I told her seriously.
"I ... I never have done this..." She said meekly.
"No worries I will go ... Well no, I can't say I will go easy on you, you have to learn, but I won't hurt you... On purpose." I promised out loud to reassure her.
"Okay, give me your best shot... " She said gaining confidence... This was good... Now I just hoped she could keep the confidence... She would need that in battle.
As I charged her, something of a mystery happened... As I went to punch her in the gut, I was shocked when it felt like was was hitting a concrete wall. She flinched... And then said... "Sorry I don't know how I did that!" HMMM, I thought... A shield too. Well this was going to work in her advantage.
I charged at her again full force, and I was again shocked again, I took her gifts away, a power I have being a warrior angel... But Suddenly out of nowhere Jasper was right in front of her... And he pinned me... Well ... In my opinion he was good to go for battle... If he could pin me down, he could pin anyone, but it was Bella who needed to learn.
"Jasper, we are practicing here.... You think you could not interfere ?" I asked with a hardy laugh.
"Sorry reflex, I guess... I saw you going at my Bella when Micheal and I were walking out here to practice, I couldn't help myself." He said sincerely.
"Ah, yes, I understand, but she has to learn, and ... Well, let's say.. I am going to teach her, because otherwise she won't have a clue... Especially, if you keep her from fighting." I said honestly and seriously.
"Okay... Understood.... " He Answered.
He kissed his mate, and told her to be safe and fell back into formation. There love even made my heart warm, it was so sincere, I understood how he must have felt.
"Alright Bella, again... " I said, as she got ready.
"Okay... Bring it!" She bellowed out.
As I charged we fell into a warriors dance... She was good, and graceful... Even for a vampire. We circled each other falling closer and closer to each other... Someone probably the big vampire they call Emmett turned on music which flooded out over the grounds... And our dance of fight continued.
"What's a matter Gabe, afraid of a little vampire like myself...?" She dare called out to me.
"Good, you aren't afraid to antagonize..." I answered, and with that... I tried to charge her... But something embarrassing for a angel of my stature happened... She leapt over me, and pushed me to the ground... And pinned me. Now this caught me off guard.
"Wow." Was all I could say...
"Yeah... wow.. " She answered shocked at her own self.
"Okay Bella, this time unleash your strength on not only me but Rafael.... " I stated and Rafael shrugged and joined us... Jasper could help but snarl at the situation... I understood and told him to calm.. This was good practice.. And it would bring her gifts out, if she got to frustrated.
"Alright... But remember, I am still kind of a newborn guy's!" She said nervously.
As we charged Bella, I again took down her shield, and she still managed to leap over me, and something strange happened... Thunder cracked and the wind picked up with a furry... A whirlwind of wind picked up, and threw us wildly into two unsuspecting trees. How did she do that ? I wondered.
Micheal interupted me from my thought's very quickly as he bellowed out laughter... I looked at him like he was... A goof.. What did he find so funny about this?
"She can manipulate weather you know... " He laughed out loudly.
"Dang Bella.... I think you are just about good to go... " Rafael called out, as he dusted himself off.
"Alright.... One more test.... Demons like Angels have numerous powers..." I stated as I addressed everyone... "I need Jasper and Bella to go at it with each other.... Oh COME ON!... I meant fight... Get your mind out of the gutter!" I yelled to Emmett as I finished address, and they all fell into hysterical laughter... That's the trouble with most vampires made in the last three hundred years, most hormonal teenagers still.
"Now, what Gabe means..." Micheal began seriously. "Is that the demons the volturi will have fighting with them, might make it seem like you are having to fight each other... They are sly, and powerful. It is best you two learn each other fighting habits now, before we waltz in there and kick their scummy ass!" He bellowed out as he finished.
"Got it." Jasper said as he took to a battle stance.
"Alright, but Im not going to go easy on you lover!" Bella yelled out with a wicked smile, that was truly amazing to look at.
I sat back and got ready to watch.... This was going to be an interesting practice... Suddenly as I got comfy the big vamp Emmett interrupted... "Wait before you two go at it... I put on a song... Figured you might like some mood music.." He laughed out loudly. This was going to be good.
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