Chapter 29

It's been two weeks since I dropped the load, and I do mean load. He is most definitely a lot to handle even though he's only two weeks old he looks like he's about two or three months old. By the end of today day he could look like he's six months old, that's how rapid his changes are. He's a handsome little devil he is most definitely gonna break some hearts all the curly dark hair and the way his eyes change from green to hazel.

Edward isn't as mystified by his rapid growth as I am, he said that Ness went through the same thing. He promised me the progression would slow down, he'd better not be lying because at this rate I feel cheated each time I blink, I'm afraid I'll miss something new. "AH!" Masen whined, he was on the changing table this was the one time he was difficult. He absolutely hated getting his diaper changed, he hated going to the bathroom in general every time him peed or pooped he put on this disgusted face that was so adorable and ridiculous that I couldn't help but laugh at him.

"I know buddy but it sucks for me too, I don't really like smelling you stinky stuff, but I promise to get you clean quick," I cooed and his little bottom lip started to quiver. "Don't you cry! Please surprise mommy by not crying!" I said as unfastened his jumper. That's when the hell broke loose as expected this was becoming routine, "I know, I know, you hate me." I hummed while I got him situated and changed his outfit all together. He had so many that I changed him like three times a day sometimes it was actually necessary because he'd grown so much throughout the course of the day. "What should we do now?" I asked my curly haired son who was now babbling and much more content. "Find daddy and ask why he didn't change you?" I picked him up and answered for him. "I think that's a great idea!" We both laughed as soon as I turned around to leave the room I saw my mother at the doorframe staring back at me. I immediately wanted to turn back around I shifted Masen closer to me, he was wiggling a lot I guess he could feel my tension.

"You and your husband rushed off the reservation so fast after you delivered I didn't get a chance to talk to you," she said inching her way into the room with me. She was right we left Billy Black's house the morning after Masen was born. I couldn't get away from Sam Emily, and all the bad memories quick enough. Yet they followed me here in the form of my mother, I knew what her angle was. She was a sucker for a baby no matter what its bloodline, she wanted to hold him.

"How'd you get in?" I questioned without looking at her I walked across the bedroom and sat in the rocking chair. I tried to calm myself for Masen's sake and for the weather; it had actually been beautiful outside ever since Masen was born. Actually it was too beautiful Edward skin still couldn't handle the sky being cloudless so he and all of his family have been trapped inside. Rosalie and the others had been making night visits to the apartment to play with the baby and visit; Emmett asked me each night to be a little less happy. However Masen, Ness, and I loved the sun and had taken a couple of trips outside just to run around a play. I video tapped the outings so I could share them with Edward but he seemed to enjoy them but he was probably a little jealous he couldn't participate.

"Ness, let me in I hope that's okay," my mom finally muttered reminding me that she was in the room. As soon as her name was mentioned I saw her peep around the corner. She looked at me as if she had done something wrong.

"Kid, come take your brother for me okay?" She nodded and smiled. She looked older too or maybe it was the way she was carrying herself now that her brother was born she has most definitely been a big helper. The kid could make Masen laugh harder than anybody. One time I swear he choked on his spit.

"Hey booger!" She said in her baby voice and lifted him from my arms. She started talking to him about the toys they were going to play with and left me to handle business.

"Say what you need to say mom," I sighed and finally looked up at her. I bet she was really pissed the baby wasn't in the room anymore.

"I love you Leah, you know that," her voice actually cracked when she delivered her bull I forgot what a drama queen my mother was. I scoffed and rolled my eyes at her bull shit. I really wanted her to leave.

"It's true Leah! I just don't understand the decision that you've made in life. I'm your mother of course I love you … I wished you hadn't done something of the things that you've done in your life but I know that it's your life and I respect all the decisions you've made." She breathed deeply and went to grab my hand.

"So why are you saying all of this right now?" I placed my finger on my chin like I was really giving it some thought. "Mom, I'm not stupid you want to see Masen. I know what Edward said … but I disagree with him. I think you should see your grandson but I'm not doing it for you I'm doing it for him. He deserves to know you even if you don't deserve to know him." I turned away from her and looked out the window and see the clouds forming. I guess Emmett can go outside now. I tried to find humor in the situation but dealing with my mother was just really sad.

"How can you talk to me and be so cold?" She whimpered and I whipped around to fully take in her disposition.

"You can't be serious! Ever since daddy died and Sam imprinted on Emily, I became a memory in your mind and Emily became your daughter. She's the one you're throwing the baby shower for! You didn't even show me the kindness of pretending to be happy for me when I told I was having your grandchild! You didn't even offer to share the damned baby shower with me! Hell I probably wasn't even invited!" Now there was the rain and thunder. I wiped my tears away and turned from her to get my emotions in check. "You can say hi to Masen and then leave." I said coldly. "We are done."

"Leah," she begged. This time she did manage to sob a little. "I'm sorry you felt that way. Why didn't you tell me that's how you felt? I never meant to replace you. I just felt … I can't make up for it. I'm sorry I hurt you."

"Whatever," I whispered. "Just leave." I could smell Edward's scent. If I knew my new hubby, which I definitely did, he was probably listening to the whole conversation but didn't enter the room to allow us to have this moment to resolve our issues. What my poor leechy lover did not understand was that my mother and I are beyond healing. If she wouldn't except him and our life then I wouldn't except her. I heard her footsteps as she walked towards the door.

"I did bring the baby a gift. May I give it to him?" I nodded because I didn't want to afford her anymore words.

"Okay, bye," she whispered and then left the room. I heard her in the other room as she asked Ness could she hold my child. I couldn't bring myself to witness the act. I was trying to do the mature thing for my son but what I really wanted to do was kick my mother out of my house.

"I could be immature if you wish?" Cullen wrapped his arms around me from behind. "I could tell her that you were wrong to go against my wishes, you were wrong by the way, and that I don't want her around my son."

"He should know his grandmother," I said bluntly it was the best truth I could offer.

"She should respect her daughter." He countered and kissed my shoulder.

"Yeah, part of me thinks she means well though," I grumbled half heartedly.

"I don't care about her intentions. I do about how she treats you and how it makes you feel." I turned to him and hugged him.

"God Cullen, sometimes I think you're the only one that does." I murmured into his chest and he laughed as he rubbed my back. He kissed the top of my head.

"Yeah, remember that whenever you get the urge to rip me a new one!" He teased as he ran his fingers through my hair.

"I'm serious Edward," I looked at him, "I really do appreciate how protective you are even if sometimes it is a bit unnecessary." I sighed and then rolled my eyes knowing that he was going to make a big deal about this.

"Hmph," he smirked and ran his finger under the bottom of my shirt, "I can think of some ways you can show me how much you appreciate me." He crooned as he lowered his lips to my neck and kissed it and sucked my sensitive area.

"Cullen," I groaned, "my mom is still here." I wrapped my arms around his neck regardless.

"Do you know how long it's been since I've had you?" His hands were now playing under my shirt; my breathing was starting to change. It wasn't fair for him to get me excited when we couldn't do anything.

"About a month … no longer than a month though." I panted and he smirked and kissed me.

"Two weeks and five days," He groaned and began to unbutton my pants. He wasn't thinking logically the door wasn't even closed. I didn't know vampires go stupid when they are sex deprived.

"You shouldn't," I put my hand over his to stop him, "but later I'm going to ride you so hard your eyes are going to roll into the back of your head." I said and the brushed against him before heading toward the door.

"Promises, promises," he whispered, "I'll have to be sure to ask Masen to go to sleep quickly."

"Yeah, mommy and daddy need some happy time!" We both laughed and then went to check on Ness. Just as we exited the bedroom the main door closed thankfully my mom had made her exit and with all of my favorite people now together the day bound to get brighter.


Author's Note: Short I know. Sorry but I wanted some happy filler. We have a couple of situations to handle in the next chapter. I wonder if anyone can guess what they are? This is a little hot off the press, if it is really rough please tell me NICELY in the review. As always please read and review … no flames!