Wish for a Redo

JacobxBella

Rated M

Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight or the franchise, as it belongs to Steph Meyers

Wish for a Redo

Chapter 29

Bella had a fitful night's sleep. She couldn't help but worry and be plagued by nightmares of all of them dying by the Volturi's hands. She really didn't wan that to happen. She had finally found Jacob and they were finally together, and now she was afraid that she was going to lose that. She was lying in bed staring at the ceiling while waiting, wanting Jacob with her but knowing he couldn't be right now. He was busy with the Pack formulating a plan in case things went awry, something she was hoping didn't happen. Even so, she also felt like she shouldn't worry as much as she was.

She swore she had heard Maggie's voice telling her everything would be alright, but that seemed impossible knowing Maggie no longer existed. She gave up her existence to not only break down her mental shield, but to also make sure she had a happy life. She didn't want her conscience's sacrifice to be in vain, but she wasn't sure how things were going to end when it was all over. She was so conflicted and didn't know what to do anymore.

Looking out her window, she took notice of the very same star that she had originally wished upon to have a chance to redo all her decisions. And as it was, her wish came true in the form of Maggie. Maybe…maybe she could wish on the star again in hope for something again. Throwing her bed sheets off of her, she walked over to the window and looked up at the star again, watching it shine beautifully in the night sky. Closing her eyes Bella whispered, "Starlight, star bright, first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might have the wish I wish tonight." Opening her eyes she looked at the star once again. "Okay star, you gave me Maggie when I last wished on you. I wish for a miracle for tomorrow this time. Please let everything turn out alright."

Bella gazed at the star a little longer before sighing and walking away from the window. Climbing back into bed, she pulled the covers back over her and settled down, praying that her wish would be heard by someone once again. With that thought in mind, she was finally able to fall asleep.


The next morning, Bella woke up just before nine AM, a feeling of dread settling in her stomach. Today was the day that she would have to answer to the Volturi and tell Aro, Marcus, and Caius to their faces why her marriage to Edward never happened, even if they already knew the reason why. Not only would she have to face them, but the Cullens and the Pack would have to as well. This put the Pack in danger as well as her and the Cullens, but what could she do? She knew this would happen, but it still was overwhelming to think about, and she didn't want to faint or get sick before noon when the Volturi showed up.

Sighing she got out of bed and headed to the bathroom for a shower and to brush her teeth and wash her face. Once that was done, she went back to her room and towel dried herself before putting on a clean pair of panties and bra. She then put on a pair of jeans and a long sleeved, dark green t-shirt. She put her feet in clean socks and black Converses, and brushed her hair straight and put it into a ponytail on top of her head. Taking a deep breath, she nodded slightly at her reflection before leaving her bedroom and heading downstairs towards the kitchen.

Entering the kitchen she ran into Charlie who was finishing a cup of coffee and putting on his police jacket. Looking at her he greeted, "Hey kiddo. I didn't see you much during the bonfire last night."

"Yeah, I was with Jake and the others," Bella answered before moving to pour her own cup of coffee. With the cup held between her hands and the warmth provided by the hot liquid warming her hands, she looked at her dad and asked concerned, "Should you be going into work today, dad? You did drink some of Billy's moonshine last night."

"I'll be alright. Besides, I drank about three cups of coffee before you came downstairs to help my hangover. But I promise to leave work early if I don't feel well."

Bella nodded and bid her father 'goodbye' as he left for work, leaving her by herself in her home. Setting her coffee on the table, she turned to make a piece of toast, wanting to try and eat something. Three minutes later, she had her toast just the way she liked it on a piece of paper towel and turned to sit it on the table next to her coffee. Just as she sat down to eat her meager breakfast, the hairs on the back of her neck stood on end as she became aware of a new presence.

Quickly turning, Bella gasped at seeing Edward standing in the doorway of her kitchen, his amber eyes watching her with a very confused expression. Placing her hand over her heart she exclaimed, "Edward! What are you doing here?!"

"I came to see my fiancé and see how she was doing," Edward replied. "It is disconcerting being able to hear your thoughts now, love."

"Edward, I'm not your fiancé anymore and I can't be with you anymore, nor do I want to or will."

"Only because Black forced that Imprint on you."

"He didn't force it on me, it just happened; just like it happened with the others."

Bella shook her head and turned back to her coffee and toast, settling down to eat. She wished Maggie was still here. She would have been able to have forewarned her of Edward's sudden arrival and would probably even tell her the outcome of their confrontation with the Volturi. She had helped her with Jacob, so surely she could help her with this. But she wasn't here anymore and she would have to hope for the best.

Edward frowned as that thought passed through Bella's head? Maggie? Who was Maggie? Deciding to voice these thoughts he asked, "Who is Maggie?"

The brunette paused in her eating of her toast, her eyes widening as the vampire asked about Maggie. She had briefly forgotten he could hear her thoughts now and thus he could hear anything she thought now, even her thoughts about Maggie. Oh, damn it! As Bella silently berated herself for her unintentional stupidity, Edward's frown deepened and he then asked, "Is this Maggie the one that convinced you to leave me and go to Black? Did she trick you into thinking you didn't want to marry me?"

"No, she didn't," Bella replied almost wearily. She was already tired of Edward being there and wanted him to leave. She didn't realize just how draining he could be until now.

Incensed at her thought Edward grabbed the chair she was seated in and roughly pulled it away and turned her around to face him. Gasping in surprise, Bella stared in shock and fear at Edward for what he had done. He leaned in close and said with a growl in his voice, "This Maggie has poisoned your mind and filled your head with lies. You belong with me, Bella."

Not liking the vampire's assumption she retorted, "No, she didn't. She opened my eyes to what I blinded myself to. She helped me realize that we would have never worked and that you aren't good for me. Edward, I may have loved you once, but it was mostly just infatuation. I don't love you; I love Jacob and I always have. And Jacob Imprinting on me has to do with the fact that my eyes were finally opened."

"So you're going to tell me that your "love" for Black opened your eyes and your mind?"

Annoyance. Annoyance was all Bella felt in that moment. "Edward, get away from me! It doesn't matter what happened, just know that it did and I will never want you ever again! I love Jacob and am together with him and when this confrontation with the Volturi is over, I will probably finally be happy!"

That statement seemed to be a slap in the face to Edward and he backed away from the brunette. "So you're saying that I never made you happy? Even when it was obvious that you were?"

"I convinced myself I was happy and in love with you. But all you have ever done was bring me constant pain and regret. Yes, most of it is also my fault, but the root cause of it all was you."

Edward stared at Bella with an unreadable expression, but his eyes clearly showed pain at his love's blatant rejection of him. It then hit him and sunk into his brain that Bella really didn't love him and wanted nothing more to do with him. The only reason she was still fooling with him was because they all had to answer to the Volturi in a few short hours, and because she had to tell him what she really thought to his face, even if he could hear her thoughts now. The happily ever after he believed he would have with Bella Swan no longer existed. Jacob Black had won Bella's heart, not him. Jacob Black had won, and he had lost. Looking off to the side with hunched shoulders he said, "I will see you at the clearing." And with that, Edward disappeared as he quickly left the Swan household.

Bella sat in silence for a moment before letting out a breath she hadn't realized she had been holding. She finally told Edward what she really thought and let him know that she wouldn't ever want him again. She knew she had probably hurt him with her words, but it had to be done. No longer feeling the slight hunger she had felt before, Bella stood and left the kitchen in search of her keys. Finding them, she went back up to her room to retrieve her cell phone and back downstairs to leave the house. Stepping outside, she locked the door behind her before turning to head to her truck. However, she stopped short when she saw Jacob leaning against her truck, a concerned expression on his face.

"Bells," Jacob called out to her.

Not hesitating Bella ran off her porch towards her boyfriend and wrapped her arms around him in a hug, putting her face in his strong chest. Jacob wrapped his arms around the brunette, holding her close as he did so. He smelled the leech on her, but he had seen him leave already, as well as heard the conversation between them. He knew Bella was probably feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sudden confrontation with her ex, as well as what they were going to do today, and he wanted to give her as much comfort as he could. In a soft voice he asked, "Are you okay?"

"Yeah, I'm okay," Bella replied just as softly. And she was. And hopefully when everything was over and done with, she'd be better than okay.


Before they knew it, noontime was upon them. Waiting anxiously in the clearing that the newborn battle took place in were the Cullen clan, the Pack, and Bella. The mass amount of anxious emotions weighed heavily on Jasper, but he stood firm and at least tried projecting a wave of calm, helping himself a bit. The Pack for the most part were phased in their wolf form sans for Jacob and Sam. Jacob figured it would be best if one or two of them stayed human during the talk with the Volturi, to at least show and help them that they weren't traditional werewolves and were really no harm to anyone, despite the fact they were designed to kill vampires.

Holding tightly to Jacob's hand Bella leant her head against his arm and whispered, "I just want everything to be alright."

Jacob leant down and pressed a kiss to the top of her head before replying, "If their leader is reasonable, then everything should be. Let's just hope he is."

Boy, did she hope so. Aro had been somewhat reasonable the last time she had met him, even though the demands had been harsh. But that didn't mean he would be this time, but she could only hope. Tears filled her eyes as it suddenly hit her that she could lose Jacob soon. Closing her eyes she thought to herself, No, that won't happen. I won't lose Jacob because of my decisions again.

"Bells?" Jacob said softly.

Looking up at her love, Bella gave him a small smile before saying, "I love you."

Jacob took in the tears standing and shining in her eyes yet refusing to fall. He knew she was probably having some sort of inner struggle or something, but considering the situation, he could understand why. Also, he could feel that she was despairing about possibly losing him, just like he was concerning her. However, he didn't want her to worry any more than she already was. Gently cupping her face with his free hand, he bent down and claimed her lips in a sweet kiss before saying, "I love you too, honey."

Bella smiled at Jacob and nodded, enjoying their little private moment for what it was worth. Unfortunately, the moment ended when Alice's voice called out, "They're here."

Stepping out of the trees and slight fog from the mountains was the Volturi, a sea of red and black robes as they stepped through. Heading them all was Aro with Marcus and Caius flanking him as they stepped in unison. Marcus' red eyes zeroed in on the Pack and his eyes narrowed in disgust at them, his teeth bared as he fought against the urge to eliminate them. Caius looked disinterestedly at them as he followed Aro, seeming as if he wanted to be anywhere but there at the moment. Aro himself was smiling at them as if he was greeting them on the street, rather than in a confrontation that could result in certain causalities. Jane and Alec both had unreadable expressions on their faces, though Jane's eyes seemed to gleam in mischief, most likely at the prospect that she would be able to deliver pain at Aro's command should he give it. Felix and Demetri were there as well, as well as a few other Volturi guards and members, and it was clear that they were outnumbered.

Stepping forward Carlisle greeted, "Aro, welcome to Forks, Washinton."

Aro nodded with a smile saying, "Yes, thank you old friend. Though, I wish we could be here under better circumstances."

"As do I."

Bella's grip on Jacob's hand tightened as red eyes landed on her before Aro said, "Young Bella, our runaway bride. It is lovely to see you again."

"I suppose so," Bella replied, trying to keep her voice from shaking. She wished she could channel some of the bravery Maggie had instilled in her, but she was finding it hard to do so. Feeling somewhat frustrated Bella thought, Come on, Bella! Get it together! Maggie was fearless, and she was a part of you! Ergo, you should be fearless, too! You went through too much shit to still be afraid and went through too much to make things right! Don't mess it all up now!

Aro nodded before saying, "Unfortunately, it seems that your claims of loving dear Edward and dying for him were false. Care to enlighten us?"

Before Bella could speak Edward spat out, "It's because of that filthy dog!"

"Edward!" Esme admonished as the Pack growled at Edward. Ignoring them Edward continued saying, "He forced an Imprint on her and now she refuses to marry me."

Jacob glared at the leech and said, "That's a lie, and you know it."

Caius looked at Jacob and asked, "And who might you be?"

"Jacob Black."

Marcus took a deep breath, taking in Jacob's fowl scent before his eyes narrowed further. Looking at him he said, "You are an Alpha, that is certain. Alpha blood runs through your veins. And yet, you are still a werewolf."

Sam shook his head before saying, "No, we're not; not traditional werewolves, anyway. We a Shifters, protectors of our lands against the Cold Ones."

"So you would kill us?"

"Only if you trespass on our lands or harm one of our own."

"And that includes Bella," Jacob added.

Carlisle nodded and said, "Yes, that is correct. When I informed you of the canceled nuptials, I carelessly mentioned Jacob being a wolf Shifter, forgetting how that would come off as towards Marcus. But the Pack mean no harm, and we have a Treaty with them for the sake of peace."

Aro nodded in understanding before turning towards Bella and Jacob again. Though he didn't have Marcus' power of relationship identification, even he could see the bond between Bella and Jacob was stronger than her relationship had been with Edward. In fact, it seemed to be more real. Stepping up to them he said, "I would like to know more about this Imprint Edward spoke of. Would you show me?"

Jacob looked at Carlisle confused before the doctor explained that Aro had Edward's ability, but only through touch. Even though he was hesitant, he held out his free hand to Aro and tried to keep from flinching from the leech's cold touch. Aro's eyes seemed to roll in the back of his head as took in Jacob and Bella's relationship from the very start to where they were now. It was honestly very sweet and he could see the undeniable love the Shifter had for the human girl. Letting go of his hand Aro said, "My, and I thought Edward's love for Bella was strong. But you dear boy, your love for her surpasses any love I have ever seen." Turning to Marcus he asked, "Don't you think so?"

Marcus only nodded in response, as he could definitely see the bond and strength of their love and relationship. Aro turned back to Bella and held out his hand saying, "I know it won't make a difference seeing as your mind is closed to me, but I'd like to try regardless."

Bella looked at the vampire for a moment before handing Aro her hand. The moment her hand was in Aro's, his head jerked back sharply as Bella's thoughts and memories seemed to assault his brain. Quickly letting go of her hand he said almost gleefully, "Extraordinary! Your once closed mind is open! And this Imprint, it happened once your mind opened! My, you're not as extraordinary as Edward made you out to be."

Both Jacob's and Edward's eyes narrowed at that, though Bella didn't take offense to it. She understood what he meant, despite his crude delivery of it. However, they still needed to speak about what was going to be done with her broken promise. Letting go of Jacob's hand, Bella stepped up to Aro, took a deep breath and said, "Aro, I know that I made a promise to be turned into a vampire. It was either that or die for knowing the secret of vampires existing. Unfortunately, that promise is broken, but I don't regret it being broken. However, I will regret the people that I love and care about being harmed because of me. I know I've messed up more than I have ever messed up and have put the Pack and the Cullens in more danger than necessary, and I know I can't take back all that I've done, but I ask that you please spare them. If it will appease you, I'll…I'll go with you back to Volterra."

"Bella, no!" Jacob cried, alarmed shouts coming from Esme, Alice, and Edward. Even the Pack started whimpering and such.

Ignoring them, Bella continued speaking to Aro. "I will go with you, be a vampire, and become a part of the Volturi. But please, please spare them; Jacob, the Pack, the Cullens, all of them."

The Volturi were rather stunned at the brunette's little speech. This girl was willing to sacrifice herself to save the Cullens and this werewolf pack. Of course, they had seen her do the same thing concerning Edward once, but this time it was different. She was willing to sacrifice herself for the boy she loved, his family, and the vampire family that have—in a way—involved her in more trouble than she was probably worth. Aro had a contemplating expression on his face, purposely shielding his thoughts from Edward to avoid him hearing what he was thinking. It was noble of Bella to offer what she was offering, but she was useless to him as a vampire with her mind shield no longer available to him. Then again, they wouldn't have even known about her had it not been for Edward telling them, nor would she have met them in the first place had Edward tried not to reveal himself to a crowd of humans. Coming to a decision he said, "I believe I know what I will do. But first, what you do think brothers?"

Marcus sneered at the Pack and said, "Though I don't like these wolves existing, I can see their Pack bond clearly and their love for one another, as well as their Alpha and Bella here. It would also be devastating for Jacob Black if we take his Imprint away." He let out an unnecessary sigh. "As much as I don't like it, Bella can remain human and stay."

Caius shrugged before saying, "I care not either way."

Aro nodded before turning back to face Bella. Looking into her chocolate brown eyes and said, "Bella, I have considered what you said, as well as everything else that has happened and that I have seen and been told. The decision I have made is…"

Bella, Jacob, and the Pack held their breaths while the Cullens waited in silence, anxiously awaiting Aro's next words.

"…we will not take you to Volterra. Yes, your promise was broken, but it was broken due to something beyond your control and obviously meant to be. Therefore, you are free to spend the rest of your life with young Jacob. However, consequences will still need to be made." He then turned to Carlisle with a regretful look on his face. "I hate to do this to you, old friend, but it must be done. We will be taking Edward and Alice with us back to Volterra and they will spend the rest of their existence being a part of the Volturi guard."

Carlisle and Esme looked almost distraught before Carlisle closed his amber eyes, pain evident on his face. Opening them he asked softly, "Do you have to?"

"I'm sorry, Carlisle." Aro turned to Felix and Demetri. "Felix, Demetri."

The two nodded and walked over to Edward and Alice. Demetri grabbed Alice by her arm and pulled her towards where the Volturi were standing, ignoring her calling and reaching out to Jasper who seemed to be struggling of either staying or going with his mate. Felix grabbed Edward and brought him struggling to stand with them. He looked at Jane and nodded towards Edward, Jane smiling and causing Edward mental pain and agony until Alex numbed his senses, doing the same to Alice to subdue them both.

Turning to face them once more Aro said, "I hate that it had to come to this, but I hope we never have to meet under circumstances such as this ever again. We will be off now. Take care Carlisle, Bella."

Aro turned and took off back the way the Volturi came, Caius and Marcus following, as well as the rest of the Volturi, heading back to Italy and taking Edward and Alice with them. The moment they were gone, the tense atmosphere soon disappeared, and relief replaced it, the feeling crashing down on the Pack. However, the mood was somber for the Cullen clan, having lost two of their members. Bella looked over at Carlisle who was comforting Esme and whispered, "I'm so sorry."

Carlisle gave her a sad smile and shook his head saying, "It's not your fault, Bella. But perhaps this is a sign that we have overstayed our welcome in Forks."

Rosalie walked over to Bella and placed a gentle hand on her shoulder before saying, "Don't blame yourself for what just happened, Bella. This was probably all for the better anyway. But can you promise me something?"

"What's that?" Bella asked.

"Be happy and live your human life to the fullest. You can finally live now, so have fun doing it."

The brunette nodded and replied, "I promise."

The blonde vampire smiled and gave Bella a hug before walking back over to Emmett, taking his hand and the two of them running off, presumably back to the Cullen mansion. Jasper had a troubled expression on his face before he turned and ran off too. The coven leader and his wife gave Bella both hugs and wished her well, as well as bidding her 'goodbye' before leaving.

The moment they were gone, the Pack erupted into cheerful howls, happy that they didn't have to fight their way out of that situation. Sam walked over to Leah's wolf and leant his head against hers, happy that they were still alive. Leah couldn't stop herself from nuzzling Sam before Seth happily jumped on Leah, the two of them rolling playfully on the ground. Jacob picked Bella up and spun her around before planting a kiss on her lips, pouring his love for her into it. Bella kissed back with the same amount of passion and love for Jacob before hugging him close.

"I can't believe it. We're actually okay," Bella said in disbelief."

"I knew we would be," Jacob told her.

Bella smiled and kissed him once more before hugging him close. Yes, everything had turned out alright and they were okay. They were together and could be for the rest of their lives. For once in her life, Bella could finally be happy the way she had always hoped to be. And it was all because of Maggie.


Author's Note: The story isn't quite over yet, though I am close to closing this story. I hope you all liked this chapter and stay tuned for what more there is to come. Thank you guys so much! XOXO, SehunsBae37.