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Bella's POV
We pulled up to the house and I let out a breath that I didn't realize I was holding. " Bella are you alright"
"I'm fine just a little tired" she nodded her head and got out of the car. I unbuckled my seat belt and stepped out of the door. Before I could shut the door Alice was in front of me giving me a hug. I hugged her back immediately and instantly felt relaxed. I looked over her shoulder at Jasper who came out of the door at that moment and winked at me. I smiled and then Alice released me. "Are you alright?" I looked at Alice
"You tell me" she grabbed my hand and pulled me into the house. Esme walked into the kitchen while Alice took me upstairs. As she got into her bedroom Alice locked the door and shut out everyone else.
" Where am I sleeping tonight by curiosity?" Alice tilted her head
" With Edward of course" something didn't seem right.
"Alice what are you planning" she gave me a total look of innocence
"I have no idea what you're talking about Bella" she winked at me and then pulled me into the bathroom and turned on the water. I looked at her confused. " Alice what are you doing" she held her fingers to her lips and I immediately shut up. " I need to apologize to you Bella?" I looked at Alice confused
"What for" she let out scented air and sat on the toilet seat " Bella I didn't see Charlie getting hurt until after it happened, it's my fault he's in the hospital…I might be losing my gift" she placed her face in her hands and I understood. I pulled her up immediately and gave her a hug "Don't you dare blame your self Alice Cullen…someone just knows there way around your visions, you are not losing your gift" I let her go and she looked at me and smiled " Very true because if I was I wouldn't see you and Edward together" she winked at me and I blushed. I turned off the water and we walked out of the bathroom. " I need to go use the phone I'll be back" she looked me over and shook her head "Yes you will because I have to dress you for bed" she looked at my attire some more and mumbled to herself "sweat pants in broad daylight…" I rolled my eyes and walked out the door. I walked down the stairs slowly because I could see myself tripping by accident. As I rounded the corner a whiff of something good hit my face . I walked into the kitchen and looked at Esme who was fixing me dinner. She smiled at me. " I hope you enjoy it my dear it's just steak with mashed potatoes, corn and rice" I nodded my head " I will enjoy every last bit" her eyes lit up as she returned to make a salad. For a family that doesn't eat they sure do know how to cook. How ironic. I chuckled to myself. " Esme may I use the phone please" she looked at me astonished. " Of course you can Bella this is your second home after all there is no need to ask permission, dear" I looked down and felt my cheeks getting warm. I walked into Carlisle's office where I could have some privacy and of course I come face to face with Tanya. This bitch is still here. I narrowed my eyes. " Sorry to intrude Tanya but if it's possible may I use the phone in here?" I asked politely. She smirked at me and then got up and walked right past me. I never felt so cold in my life. I walked around Carlisle's desk, sat in his chair and picked up the phone. I dialed and waited for Jake or Billy to pick up"
"Hello"
"Jacob" I heard his intake of breath
"Bella! Are you alright? How's Charlie? I'm sorry I left you Bells but don't worry we will figure this out" I smiled. He didn't even give me an opportunity to respond.
"Jake I'm fine, and my dad is doing ok for the most part he was in ICU for a couple of hours but Carlisle got him through" With the mere mention of his name Carlisle walked into his office and closed the door.
" I see so are you at the leeches house now? I don't recognize the number." I sighed. Here it comes.
"Yea…I'm here and they aren't going to let me go home until Charlie get's better" I moved my ear away from the phone right on time.
"WHAT…it was probably a bloodsucker who hurt Charlie in the first place and now you're staying in the company of them. FUCK NO. You're staying in La Push" I rolled my eyes and Carlisle looked at me amused.
" You listen to me Jacob Black I have to go to school and I'm not going to drive back and forth from la Push to Forks…also the best place for me to be is here so I can get constant updates from Carlisle and I know you will protect me if I have to go to work so I'm the safest person in the world right about now"
" Are you sure that's the only reason you want to stay over there or is it because you want to screw Cullen" I was speechless and embarrased Carlisle shook his head. " Goodbye Jacob" he sighed " Wait bells you know I didn't mean it just be careful" I smiled " I will Jake and you do the same…wait can you go to my house and see if you recognize the scent that's was probably left?"
" I'm on it Bells, I'll keep you updated" and with that he hung up the phone. I got up from Carlisle's chair and switched places with him. " Bella I may have to talk to the wolves…we might need to work together to solve this problem" My eyes widened and Carlisle smiled " It will be fine dear one but I do need to talk to Sam the next time Jacob calls" I nodded my head and got up to leave his study. "Bella" I turned to look at Carlisle " Be careful around my son and our guest…do you understand" I nodded my head at Carlisle and closed the door behind me. Something is wrong, Carlisle usually doesn't warn me about things yet he did now. I walked into the kitchen where Esme had my dinner waiting for me. I smiled at her as I dug in and boy was it good. mmmm. Her eyes warmed immediately
"I'm glad you're enjoying it".
"You have no idea" I said to her with my mouth half full. She laughed lightly and proceeded to wash the pots and pans she used. I finished up and Esme took the plate from me, before I could object she looked at me sternly.
" Bella you have had a traumatic day, so you rest, I will take care of these dishes" I smiled and kissed her on her cheek " Thank you" Esme placed her hand on my cheek.
"As long as you are in my care you will not have to take care of yourself" I blushed and looked down " Go on, Alice is waiting for you" I nodded and walked up the stairs. Wait a minute, where's Edward? Since I've been here I have not seen him. I walked to Alice and Jaspers room and knocked. " Come in" I heard from inside. I opened the door and saw Alice sitting on Jaspers lap while he held onto her waist. I smiled and they both returned it. " Let's go, Bella we will leave you to shower and your clothes are in the bathroom" I nodded my head and walked into there massive bathroom. I swear this houses dimensions weren't normal. I finished taking a shower and washing my hair when I finally noticed what Alice had laid out for me to put on. *groan* I heard Alice giggling on the other side of the door. I shook my head. Served me right for not asking first. I put on the lacy boy shorts she laid out for me, which by the way I don't remember owning. Followed with a black and blue cami and boy shorts pajama set that looked like it was from Victoria's Secret. I looked at the tags. Yep, Alice's other favorite store. I rolled my eyes and stepped out of the bathroom. " Really Alice are you sure sweat pants won't suffice" her look was hysterical. "Of course not…you look fabulous" she said while Jasper gave me two thumbs up. I blushed " Thanks" I walked to the door and sighed. " I'll see you guys tomorrow morning" Alice gave me a reassuring smile, as I got to the door my hand stilled on the knob. " Where is he, I haven't seen him since I've been here" I turned right when Alice rolled her eyes. " He's in his room, the door is locked so you're going to have to knock…he'll know it will be you" I couldn't help but ask " Why did he lock the door?" Jasper sighed "I assume that he feels as guilty as my wife does even though she's trying to hide it" I looked at Alice who looked at her husband and then looked down. " I see" Jasper smiled " Just knock he will let you in and probably only you" I nodded as I walked to Edwards door and faced it trying to decide what I wanted to do. I picked my hand up to knock when the door opened and he pulled me inside.