Getting Started Chapter 25: March, a twilight fanfic

I'm so sorry I didn't update in the last three weeks. I've been very, very busy. But here is Chapter 25, Finaly. :D Thank you to Midnight Cougar for beta'ing this story :D And make sure you check out all the cool stuff that's linked on my page (If the links don't work make sure to let me know.)

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Bella Swan

"Excuse me," I clamped a hand over my mouth and shoved myself away from the table. I rushed to the bathroom and barely made it to the toilet before I emptied the contents of my stomach.

"Bells, you okay?" Nessa asked as she held my hair back.

"No." I groaned, flushing the toilet.

"Do you want me to get you some Pepto-Bismol?"

"No," I said, standing. "I'm fine. I feel a lot better now." It must have been something I ate last night. Edward cooked dinner last night. Maybe he didn't cook the chicken right.

Nessa's eyes widened, "Bella."

"Hmm?" I asked as I rinsed my mouth out.

"Hon, don't freak but…when was the last time you had your period?"

"Uh, sometime last week, I think." I frowned. Did I have it last week? I must've. Things were so busy though. I hardly had a few minutes to myself. "Why?"

She glanced at my stomach, "Think about it, Bells. This happened right before you found out you were pre…"

I laughed, "No, that's not…no."

"You've had sex with Edward, correct?"

"Yeah, but I'm on the…oh," my eyes widened. "Antibiotics!" I gasped. "I've been on Antibiotics for the last few weeks."

"You're pregnant," Nessa said.

"No, this can't happen now. I mean, we haven't even been together a year. Masen's not even a year! Oh, God."

"Hey, Relax," Nessa said, cupping my face between her hands. "Edward won't leave you, ever."

"I know that."

"Then what are you so worried about?" she asked.

"Two babies is a big responsibility," I said. "Masen is still so young; he's not even one yet."

"Tons of families have babies that are only a year or so apart," Nessa said.

"True," I agreed. "But the fact still stands that two babies is a hell of a lot harder than one."

"But you won't have to do it alone," Nessa said. "Edward will be here for you every step of the way. It would be kind of stupid for him to willingly take care of another man's kid and then make a run for it when you get pregnant with his kid."

"I'm not worried about him running."

Edward and I had a strong relationship. I knew that he wouldn't be going anywhere.

"How about we go pick up a pregnancy test and figure out if you're really pregnant? Maybe all this worrying is for nothing."

I nodded "That's probably a good idea."

"I'll meet you in the car."

"Okay," I said, slipping on my shoes.

Maybe all this worrying was for nothing. I mean, I could've missed my period because of all the stress that I had been going through these last few weeks.

But the fact that I had thrown up twice this week, and now realized I had missed my period, was pointing to another theory.

Another baby...wow.

I mean, I wanted one with Edward but with college, work, and Masen now wasn't the right time.

But if I was pregnant, I was keeping it. I didn't like the idea of abortion and adoption...well, it was an option but not for me. I couldn't imagine carrying my baby for nine months, having him or her, and then passing them off to someone else.

Just thinking about it depressed me.

So, if I was pregnant, I was keeping the baby.

"Mama," Masen whined, holding his arms toward me. "Up!" he demanded.

I obliged and scooped my baby up into my arms.

"You might be getting a sibling soon," I said, kissing his nose. "How do you feel about that?"

He just grinned.

"Yeah, it's already starting to grow on me too," I admitted.

"Trust me, we can already see that," Nessa said, grinning. "I'm already excited."

"Don't get to excited," I sighed as I buckled Masen into his car seat. "We don't know if I'm pregnant or not."

"You are," she said, confidently. "You've thrown up, you missed your period, and weren't you complaining that your skinny jeans were starting to get a bit tight?"

"I just thought I was getting fat," I laughed.

I could still button my jeans but a few of pairs took a long time to pull on and button. I'd been eating a lot these last few weeks so naturally I just shrugged it off as gaining a bit of weight.

You see, ever since Madison's party, I'd been getting requests to make birthday cakes, party cakes, and a whole mess of other things. Word had gotten around fast and I was blown away.

Alice said I didn't even need to finish school with how good I was. I agreed but still I kept going. I wasn't going to waste the money that my dad had shelled out to pay for my college education, even if I was better than half of my teachers.

But as soon as Irina and I graduated, we planned on opening up our own restaurant. And if I kept saving up the money that I was making, I would have more than enough to get us started.

"Did I lose you?" Nessa asked, snapping her fingers in my face.

"I'm sorry, what?"

"I see the pregnant woman attention span is coming back," she joked.

I rolled my eyes, "Yeah, whatever."

She laughed, "I was kidding. Geez." She elbowed me.

"Ow." I smacked her. "You just elbowed me in the boob."

"Are they sore? Cause that'd be another sign of pregnancy."

"No, they aren't sore," I said. "Well, they are now. That was hard!"

"My bad," she laughed.

"I'm going to do it to you one of these days," I warned with a smirk.

"Hell hath no fury like a pregnant woman," she laughed again.

"We don't know if I'm pregnant," I shot back.

Although by this point, I also believed that I was pregnant. I mean, looking back, it seemed so hard to believe I had missed the signs. I had been throwing up; I was tired a lot, not to mention my clothes getting tighter.

"I bet you twenty bucks, you're pregnant."

"I'm not betting anything," I said.

"So, you think you are too?"

I nodded, "It makes sense."

"I wonder how far along you are."

Let's see, I was put on the antibiotics a few weeks after New Year's. I had stopped them only a few days prior to Madison's birthday, but Edward and I resumed having sex after I had been on them for six days.

"I'd say about seven or eight weeks," I guessed.

"Cool."

I laughed, "Yeah, real cool."

We went to Target for the pregnancy test. Nessa tried to fill up her basket with them, but I chose one first response pregnancy test that came with three tests.

It was always good to take more than one. I learned that the first time around. I had bought just one when I thought I was pregnant with Masen and it came out negative, but after Nessa found out, she brought me more and we tried one more time.

She thought I had a false negative and she was right. The three tests she brought me told me that I was pregnant.

A few days later, the doctor confirmed it for me.

Once we had paid for the tests, we raced back home.

Edward was due back in about thirty minutes. I had just enough time to find out and let it sink in a bit more before I broke the news to Edward.

Honestly, I wasn't sure how he would react. I knew that he wouldn't leave me. He could never do that, but that didn't mean that he wouldn't freak out.

I forced myself to focus on the task at hand. No need to stress myself out wondering how Edward will react.

"You okay, B?"

I swallowed, "Yeah."

"What's wrong?"

"Nothing," I lied.

"You're worried about Edward," she said, glaring.

"Are you a mind reader or something?"

"No, but it's blatantly obvious you are in deep thought," she said, placing her hands on my shoulders. "He will never leave you. Get that through your head."

"I know."

"No, you don't." She squeezed my shoulders in reassurance. "I can see you're freaking out."

"I don't know why," I sighed.

"You're thinking about what James did to you."

"No. I'm over that."

That was another lie. I was thinking about it. It was playing out like a movie in my head.

I shook my head to clear it.

"Okay, I'm just gonna take the tests right now so I know for sure," I said, grabbing the bag.

"You can't just brush this conversation aside." Nessa walked with me to the bathroom. "We are having it. Now."

"I have to pee," I said.

"I don't care," she pushed me into my bathroom. "You pee, I talk."

"Will you let me pee alone?"

"No," Nessa said, planting herself on the counter.

"Go watch Masen for me."

"He's sleeping," Nessa laughed. "What should I do? Stare at him?"

"Fine, stay," I dropped my pants.

"Look, Bells, you need to get over your insecurities. You couldn't make Edward leave you if you tried. He's so in love with you, babe. He also loves Masen a lot. He could never abandon him."

"I know," I sighed.

"You say you know, yet you're still having a mini meltdown," she said.

"I'm not having a meltdown." I grumbled. "I was just...thinking, okay? I know Edward won't leave but what if he's upset?"

Nessa rolled her eyes, "Oh, please. Like Edward could ever get mad at you. You're his princess."

I laughed and placed the pregnancy tests on the counter.

"Three minutes," I said as I washed my hands.

"You should be excited, B," Nessa smiled.

I bit my lip, "I kind of am, but I'm also incredibly nervous."

"Just think, in less than nine months you could have a mini Edward or a mini Bella."

I smiled.

"God, if this kid inherits Edward's looks, you're in trouble."

"Am I ugly or something?" I asked, laughing.

"Of course not but you see how hot Edward is. You have to deal with a psycho ex because he's so good. Imagine Masen or this little one going through that, poor kids."

"Masen's never dating," I said. "And neither will this kid."

"Hmm, I'm pretty sure your dad said the same thing about you, but that didn't work out well."

"Fine, they aren't allowed to date bimbos."

"Uh..."

"You know what, no dating. I'll home school them both."

Nessa snorted before breaking out into a fit of giggles. I joined her.

"Okay, that's extreme," I admitted. "I don't want to turn into my mom."

"You won't, hon." Nessa said.

"What if I have a girl?" A little girl with bronze hair and green eyes would be amazing. Although, that would mean both Masen and Edward would have to be constantly fighting off boys who were chasing her.

I was sure Edward will hope for a boy.

They were easier or so I'd been told.

Masen was a very tame, happy baby. I could only hope this baby would follow his or her brother's footsteps.

"Little girl or little boy, they're going to be gorgeous," Nessa said. "Bronze hair, green eyes. Or maybe Brown hair, green eyes. Either way, they'd be adorable."

I nodded in agreement.

Time slipped by fast with Nessa distracting me. Before I knew it, we were down to the last three seconds.

"It's time!" Nessa said, excitedly.

Just as I snatched the tests off the counter I heard a voice.

"Bella?" Edward yelled out.

Oh God.

I looked at Nessa with wide eyes, "He's home early."

"So?"

"Bells?"

"Just a second," I shut the bathroom door. "I just want to be sure." I whispered to Nessa.

She nodded, "Well, let's get this over with."

I nodded and looked down at the tests.

Pregnant

"What does it say?" Nessa asked as she tried to peek over my shoulder.

I was pregnant with my second child.

The image of a small little boy with bronze hair and bright green eyes flashed through my mind.

I smiled while tears pooled in my eyes.

I had a future with Edward so what was there to worry about? Another child was a blessing.

I was pregnant! Holy shit!

"Bella?"

I passed her the test. "I'm pregnant."

"Wow!" Nessa hugged me. "Congrats…er…right? I mean, how do you feel about things?"

I smiled, "I always planned on having another baby with Edward. I guess it will just be sooner than I planned."

"That's the spirit." Nessa grinned. "Come on. You should tell Edward the good news."

Did I tell Edward now? Did I wait?

Now?

Wait?

No, now.

Wait?

Now?

W…

"No debating," Nessa said. "Just lay it all out on the table."

I nodded, "Right. I can do this, yeah."

I took a deep breath and opened the door. Edward was lounging on our bed, watching TV.

"Hey, boo," Nessa laughed as she bounced on the bed beside Edward.

"Hey, Nessa," Edward said, smiling. "Hey, Love, you okay?"

"Hey, uh…yes, I'm fine," I said, quietly.

"Is everything alright?" he asked.

Nessa gave me an encouraging smile before waving goodbye and walking out of the room; leaving Edward and I alone.

"I, uh…I have to tell you something," I said taking a deep breath.

Edward tensed, "Okay."

"So, I haven't been feeling good again…and…I figured out why."

"You're sick?"

"No…I'm pregnant," I breathed.

Edward was quiet.

Well, this was still a far better reaction than what James had.

"Pregnant?" Edward asked, shocked.

"Mhm," I confirmed, handing him the three positive tests.

He stared down at them with wide eyes

Then he smiled, "We're having a baby?"

"Yes," I smiled.

"Congrats, guys," Nessa said from out in the hallway. "I'll see you tomorrow. I'll let you celebrate the wonderful news alone."

"I'll call you later, thanks Nessa," I said.

"Okay, you're welcome." I heard her say as she left.

"A baby," Edward smiled. "Wow."

"Yeah, a baby," I said.

"How do you feel about this?" he asked, stroking my stomach.

"I was a little…worried at first." I admitted. "Because we still have Masen to worry about and you know, neither of us are out of school yet. But…I decided that it didn't matter when we had another baby because I always planned to, in the future of course."

"It'll be tough," Edward said. "But we can do it."

I smiled, "I know."

"I love you," he whispered, kissing me. "So fucking much."

"I love you too," I breathed against his lips.

Edward dropped to his knees in front of me and pushed up my shirt, "I love you as well, baby."

I had a slight swell in my stomach, it probably wasn't even that noticeable to Edward or others, but I could see it. I had been seeing it but never thought anything of it.

I watched Edward drag his lips across my stomach with tears in my eyes. I never had this the first time around, but this was definitely good, very good.

"I love you," I said, sliding to my knees.

"I love you too," Edward brushed his lips across mine.

"This is going to be a journey," I sighed, laying my head on his shoulder. "A tough one, especially since we have Masen."

"We'll be able to do it," Edward said, lifting me into his arms and placing me on his bed. "We don't have to worry about rent. Our bills aren't that high and we both have good paying jobs. We'll be fine."

"I'm not worried about the money," I said. "I'm more worried about Masen and how we'll adjust to having two babies. We only have about nine months to get our fill of sleep," I laughed. "After that, we will have none."

"I'm okay with that." Edward laughed. "We'll be able to do it. Masen is such an easy little boy. He's so smart for his age too."

"He is," I agreed.

"I wouldn't be surprised if he tried to help us take care of his sibling."

I laughed, "Me either."

"And I want you to know that even though this baby is mine, I won't love Masen any less or put him second."

I smiled, "I know."

"He's my son, I could never do that."

"I know. You're too good for that, it's just who you are."

Edward smiled and kissed me again, "I'm so happy right now."

"Me too." I said. "I was a little nervous at first though." I admitted. "But the idea of having another baby is growing on me."

He was quiet, "Did you think I would leave you?"

I bit my lip, "I...no. I just...I kept thinking about how things went with James."

"I'm not leaving, ever," he said, brushing his lips across my temple. "You're stuck with me for the rest of your lives."

"That sounds good to me," I grinned.

"I love you," he kissed me and then moved his hand down to my stomach. "Thank you."

I laughed, "You helped."

Edward grinned, "I hope he looks like you."

"He?" I asked.

"We're having a boy," he said, confidently.

"I'm going to have to bet against you," I said. "I want a girl and so we are having a girl."

"Nope, a boy," Edward teased.

"A girl," I argued.

"You'll see that I'm right soon enough," he said, stroking my stomach.

I snorted, "Sure, Sure, I won't hold my breath."

"When should we tell everyone?" he asked.

I shrugged, "After my first appointment?"

Edward nodded, "Have you made one yet?"

"No, but I'll call Dr. Zafrina in the morning and see what they have available."

"It's still early," Edward noted. "Why not call now?"

I laughed, "What's the rush?"

"I don't know," he shrugged. "I'm just excited."

"I can see that," I grinned. "Why don't we celebrate now and in the morning, I'll call?" I asked, running my fingers through his hair.

"Sounds great," he said, fisting his hands in my hair and planting his lips on mine.

"Mama!"

Edward groaned.

I laughed and climbed off the bed to get Masen. "Afternoon, Handsome," I cooed.

Masen gave me a grin, "Down."

"Go find Daddy," I said, setting him on his feet.

Masen's face lit up as he took off toward my bedroom, "Dada!"

"Masen!" Edward laughed. "Guess what, buddy? You will be getting a little brother in a few months."

"Sister," I said, taking a seat next to them.

"Brother," Edward said narrowing his eyes playfully.

I rolled my eyes, "I'm right, you're wrong."

"Keep thinking that," Edward laughed.

"What do you think momma's having? A boy or a girl?" I asked

"Irl," Masen smiled.

"See!" I laughed. "He knows I'm having a girl."

"Say boy," Edward coaxed.

"Oy," Masen repeated.

"You just made him say that," I said, shoving Edward.

"Do you want a sister or brother?" Edward asked.

"Irl," Masen repeated.

"Ha!" I cheered. "That's my man!" I peppered kisses on Masen's face. "Good choice, baby."

"You'll both see in a few months," Edward said, confidently.

"Tell daddy he's silly."

Masen looked at Edward and started rambling. He was pretty advanced when it came to talking, but he always had his moments when he could ramble for ten minutes straight and neither of us could understand a word he says.

Nevertheless, it was still cute.

"You tell him." I laughed.

The next morning, true to my word, I called Dr. Zafrina's office. I lucked out and found an appointment for the next day because there was a cancellation.

The afternoon of the appointment, I left work early and picked Edward up before driving to Dr. Zafrina's office.

The place was packed. The few men that were there looked uncomfortable in a room full of pregnant woman, and I didn't blame them. I was ery scared when I was pregnant, or at least that was what Jake and Nessa said.

I simply remembered it as everyone trying to piss me off constantly, my parents included.

Finally, at one forty five, I was called back. They weighed me, made me pee in a cup, and then sat me in a room to wait for Dr. Zafrina.

Edward was bouncing with excitement next to me. It was cute. He looked so happy. Though I'd been pregnant before, having a caring boyfriend stand by me wasn't something I was used to.

It was a good thing though.

"Settle down," I laughed.

Edward blushed, "Sorry."

"It's fine." I said. "You're excited, I get that. But Dr. Zafrina will think you're keyed up on crack or something."

He chuckled, "I'm keyed up on the fact that my insanely gorgeous girlfriend is blessing me with a second child."

I smiled.

We didn't have to wait too much longer before Dr. Zafrina finally arrived. She wore a large smile on her face.

"Well, Well, How is my favorite patient?"

"I'm doing good," I said.

"So, I have good news," she said. "You're definitely pregnant. I'd say you are about eight weeks pregnant."

The rest of the appointment flew by. She did a few exams, gave me a list of what not to eat and what was okay to eat, and some vitamins and sent me on my way. I did, however, need to do some blood work and so I drove straight to the Sonora lab quest to get it done.

After that, I dropped Edward off at work and went to pick up Masen.

Later that night, I decided to call Rose and Em to tell them the news. I was a little worried about how they would react, but Edward assured me they'd be happy for me. Of course he knew they would demand to know if he was still around.

Not that I blamed them.

The last time I went through this, I was alone. So they didn't want history to repeat itself.

"Hello?"

"Hey, Rose," I said, smiling.

"Hey, Bells, what's up?"

"Nothing much," I said, laughing.

"No seriously, what's up?"

"Well, I...uh..."

"You're engaged?" she asked.

"No," I said. "I'm pregnant."

She was quiet for a few moments, "Is Edward there or..."

"I'm here," Edward said.

"Oh, good," she said, sounding relieved. "Last time I got a call like that, I had to fly down and take James' spot. I'm glad you are man enough to stay."

"Like I told Bella, she's with me for the rest of our lives, even if she doesn't like it."

"You are adorable," Rose laughed. "Now please put a ring on my sister's finger."

"Rose!"

"What? You two are having a baby. I think marriage is the only logical next step." She said, laughing.

"We aren't just going to get married because I'm pregnant," I said.

"Oh, we all know that it wouldn't be just because you are pregnant. Edward loves you, you love Edward. What's the big deal? It's just a piece of paper that states you're tied, plus then he could legally adopt Masen."

"Thanks for the input but marriage isn't the main topic of focus right now," I said firmly.

"You're right. I can't believe you're pregnant! Aw, I hope it's a girl."

"It's a boy."

"How do you know?" Rose asked. "Please don't tell me you're that far along already."

"No, no," I promised. "That's what Edward thinks. I think-no, I know- I'm having a girl."

"I'm with Bella," Rose said. "Mother's always know."

"Mother's always know what?" I heard Emmett ask in the background.

"Put me on speaker," I urged.

"Okay, you're on speaker," Rose confirmed.

"Hey, Em," I said.

"Hey, sis," he said, cheerfully. "What's up?"

"Well, I'm eight weeks pregnant."

He started choking.

"Is he okay?" I asked, worried.

"Yeah, he's fine," Rose laughed. "He was taking a drink when you broke the news."

"Sorry," I apologized.

"Please tell me Edward's there," he begged between coughs.

"I'm here," Edward promised. "I'm not leaving, I swear."

"Good because you'd be a dead man if you did."

I gasped, "Emmett!"

"What? I don't want guys walking over you like that. If you can't wear a rubber then you will be responsible for the resulting product."

"I agree one hundred percent," Edward said.

"How are you feeling about this?" Em asked.

"I'm excited," Edward said, grinning.

"A few words of advice for you: Be careful around Bella when she's pregnant. She's so irritable."

"No, I'm always irritable," I grumbled.

"See? It's starting already," Em said, laughing. "Oh, and always tell her she's pretty. Most pregnant girls go through that whole 'i feel hideous' phase."

"I didn't go through that," Rose said.

"Rose was a diva when she was pregnant," I giggled.

"Damn right," Rose laughed. "I was the hottest pregnant bitch ever."

"What about me?"

"You were the second hottest." Rose laughed.

"Why thank you," I giggled.

"This is a big responsibility," Em said after a few moments. "Are you sure you two are ready for another one?"

"It'll be hard but we can do it." I said, confidently. "Money isn't an issue. The only thing I'm worried about is how Masen is going to react."

"If he's anything like his uncle he'll try to send the baby back," Emmett said, roaring with laughter.

Yeah, when I was younger, Emmett literally put me in a box and tried to push me outside for the mailman. My dad found it hilarious but my mom, well, not so much.

"You tried to send Bella back?" Edward asked, amused.

"Yep, I put her in a box and everything."

"He was a douche," Rose said.

"And your parents let this happen?"

"My dad didn't know until Emmett had pushed me to the front door and I was screaming inside the box. Neither did my mom, but she was pissed when she found out."

"I'm sure Mas won't do that," Rose said. "He's such a sweetheart."

"I know," I said, smiling.

"If anything, I think he'd be more willing to help out. Of course there will be moments when he gets jealous and wants the attention. I went through that with my girls."

"I'm going to try to spend as much time with him as possible after this baby comes. I'll split my time equally. School, Work, Masen, and the baby."

"What about me?" Edward asked, pouting.

"God, he's like Emmett. Emmett needed some attention too," Rose laughed. "I swear sometimes I feel like I have four kids instead of three."

"Oh, I've been there," I laughed.

"I'm not that bad," Edward pouted.

"Of course not," I teased. "You're insanely awesome ninety five percent of the time. The other five percent of the time...well..." I trailed off as he started tickling me. "Stop...Or...I'll pee..."

He stopped.

"Thank you."

Edward grinned.

"Alright, well I'll let you go. I have to cook dinner. Dad, Carlisle, and Esme are coming over for dinner."

"Okay," Rose said. "Congratulations, Bells."

"Thank you."

"Make sure you look after my baby sister, Edward," Em demanded.

"Of course," Edward promised.

"Bye, guys," Em and Rose said together.

"Bye, love you," I replied.

I hung up the phone and collapsed back on the bed with a sigh.

"That went better than I expected."

"I told you it would." Edward walked over to me.

"Thank you for being here for me," I said.

"I wouldn't have it any other way." Edward said, kissing my stomach. "I love you. Both of you."

"I love you too," I promised.

I still was having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that I was unexpectedly pregnant again, yet I was so excited.

These next nine months weren't going to be easy, but with Edward's help...I could do this...we could do this.

She's preggers, again but this time she has tons of support, and help from, the baby daddy :D I Think we have about nine or ten chapters, including the epilogue left. So yeah...sad, huh? Dont worry, I've been thinking about doing a sequel. It's not concrete yet but I'm thinking about it :D

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