Somebody to Love

by Iri711

Carlisle Cullen is the father, for all intents and purposes, of six perpetual teenagers: Edward and Bella, Emmett and Rosalie, Alice and Jasper. His children have found love, but Carlisle in 350 years is still without a mate. He has no idea what Emmett and Rosalie could possibly have done to merit a meeting with their teacher. Little does he know, fate works in weird ways.

26. Lost in this Moment

Dum Dum Da-Dum

Esme's POV

I was in the middle of speaking to Vivian when Alice woke me. Slowly, the room came into focus. "Finally," she huffed. "I've been trying to wake you up for the past five minutes. You're not usually so difficult in the mornings."

I yawned, stretching to awaken to rest of my body. "I'm not usually in the middle of a dream when I wake up," I countered, glancing at the clock.

"What were you dreaming about?" she asked casually. I sat up, trying to remember the details.

"I was talking to my sister, Vivian. I've been dreaming about her a lot lately. We talk about Billy, Jake, and Carlisle mostly," I replied. Alice glanced at me warily. "I'm not crazy. It's just wishful thinking."

"Maybe, if you focus, you'll be able to picture her there," Alice suggested. "I'll make sure there's an open seat next to Billy." I stood and hugged my daughter for her support.

"Don't forget to leave a space for Lyla, too," I said softly. Alice nodded absently, her eyes glazed over for a few seconds. She shook her head, smiling wryly, and pushed me into a corner of the room before opening a window. A small rock landed in the middle of the room with a thud. Attached to it was a small note.

Set her next to Vivian. I love you, Mrs. Cullen.

Love, Carlisle

I smiled, my heart fluttering at the sight of my soon-to-be title. Mrs. Cullen. I could get used to that. Alice chuckled once, and then her expression darkened. She snapped the window shut again, glaring down at the back yard.

"Don't even think about it, Carlisle!" she ordered. Shaking her head and muttering darkly, she continued, "For crying out loud. He should know better than trying to jump through a window. Too many years with Emmett!"

I laughed quietly at her annoyance. "Alice, I know you don't really need to, but breathe! You are the most talented wedding planner in the world. Once I get out of the shower, you will have free rein over my hair and make up. Relax, or else I'm going to start panicking, and no one likes a cranky bride."

Alice took a deep exaggerated breath. "Okay, I'm calm. Take your shower. We'll do hair and make up at the church."