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Edward's POV
The look on her face was enough to tell me that something was really wrong. She hadn't even had a chance to take another step before I was over to her. I could see the sweat already forming on her face and she was pale. Before anyone could register what was happening she grabbed onto my arm for support but failed and I helped lower her to sit on the step. Why does everything seem to go wrong with us? We can't have one day without mishap.
"Oh my god" Renee cried rushing over
"Carlisle" I called out then leaned down in front of Bella "tell me what's wrong, where does it hurt?"
"I'm dizzy and tired" she complained resting her head on my shoulder
I panicked, I knew this was not supposed to be happening and Bella was barely reacting and I doubt she really heard what I was saying. Renee crouched down in front of her and gently rubbed her knee.
"Oh god she's shaking" she cried
My eyes flashed to her hand and no doubt it was shaking uncontrollably. Thankfully Carlisle came into the room and quickly took her pulse. It seemed like he did a double take and listened again.
"Bella follow my finger" he cautioned her
He moved his finger in different direction trying to get her eyes to follow. When she didn't that set my panic into overdrive, if that were even possible.
"Bella?" he said more sternly
"I need to lie down" she gasped
I moved myself so she lying more against my chest. Renee stroked the side of her cheek, looking at her sadly. I looked over at Carlisle for reassurance on what we should do next. "Weshouldbringhertothehospital.Thereisn'tmuchIcandohereforherandIdon'tevenknowwhat'swrong" hethoughttowardsme
"Esme can you call an ambulance" he called out to her
"Can't we bring her?" I whispered so low only he could hear
"No,weneedtobecarefulandactashumanaspossiblewithCharlieandReneearound"
"Damn it" I muttered
I turned back to Bella who was looking at me intently.
"What's happening?" she gasped
"We're not sure, but hell I'm going to find out" I told her kissing her head
She groaned and tried to stretch so I moved away from her so she could do so. She was panting. I didn't like the way she was breathing so I sat her up more.
"I need to go over to the couch" she cried
Not wanting to move her but knowing it would help, Carlisle and myself helped get her off the stairs. Charlie and Alice moved off the couch to make room for her and Renee hurried in the kitchen where Esme was currently calling for an ambulance. I didn't like the idea of her traveling in the back of a car and I would feel much better if I were the one driving her there. But, pregnant people went in ambulances all the time and deep down I knew it would be safer. Not really paying attention at the moment, I wasn't aware that Bella was hitting my hand, trying to get my attention. I looked at her to see her staring at me worriedly.
"Are you okay?" she asked stroking my hand with her thumb
"Sorry love I was just thinking. I should be the one asking if you're okay"
"I've been better" she smiled meekly
That really had me worried. She was always keeping from me hoe she was feeling, but now she was being dead honest, so I knew this had to be something serious. Esme walked back into the room Renee hot on her heels.
""They're coming" she sighed looking at Bella
And she was right; I could already hear the ambulance speeding down the road. I just hope they could find the path leading up to the house.
"Can someone meet the paramedics out front; I know that they'll have trouble finding the drive"
"Emmett and I will go and Abby is getting fidgety, we'll take her on a walk"
I nodded and kept my attention on Bella as they walked outside.
"Rosalie make sure you watch her" I reminded her
She glared at me for a minute but otherwise said nothing. Renee came over to the side of the couch and grabbed Bella's hand.
"I'm sure everything is just fine. You're probably just over exhausted"
I wish that was the only reason instead of a half vampire baby doing all kinds of crazy things. The paramedics had just arrived and Emmett guided them up the driveway. Charlie went to go open the door. Bella was still breathing heavily and she seemed like she was getting worse. Her ragged breathing was really worrying me. If she was having trouble getting oxygen I could only imagine how much trouble the baby was having.
"They're in here" Charlie said leading the paramedics in
Two men walked in carrying tons of equipment and dragging a gurney behind them. They started talking her blood pressure and checking oxygen levels.
"How long has she been in labor?" one asked
"Since last night. We were planning on doing a home birth but she said something was wrong" I explained quickly
"Her blood pressure is really high; 160 over 100"
I froze, that was considered a high risk and I pulled Bella closer to me. The two men got the gurney set up and went to help Bella off the couch. I immediately kept my arm on her as they got her on it and started rolling her out. She was looking at me scared and held out her hand, kissing it.
"Meet us at the hospital" I told everyone else as I left them dumfounded in the living room
Emmett and Rosalie were standing at the top of the driveway looking worried. As they got Bella up into the ambulance I walked over to them.
"How is she?" he asked
"Scared, I don't know what's wrong" I answered as I took Abby from his arms
"Maybe the baby just had a bad reaction to the pitocin" Rosalie suggested
"Mama" Abby cried seeing Bella getting taken away
She let out a scream and I tried to calm her down.
"Shh mommy and daddy will see you again real soon" I gave her a kiss before handing her back to Rosalie
"I'll see you guys at the hospital"
She nodded and I jogged back over to where Bella was waiting. The paramedics were writing down information on Bella's chart. They placed an oxygen mask on her and she looked at me trying to sit up.
"It's okay" I cautioned her
Even with the increasing speed of the sirens we couldn't get there fast enough. In the distance I could see Charlie's police cruiser and Carlisle's Mercedes trailing behind us. Once we reached the hospital they quickly got Bella out and started moving her towards labor and delivery. I could tell she was scared because her hand started shaking and her eyes moved vigorously around trying to catch what everyone was saying. I squeezed her hand to let her know I was here and her body immediately relaxed as she turned to look at me.
"Everything will be okay" I whispered
They started to wheel her into the first room on the right but someone put their hand out before I could enter.
"We have to run some tests and you can't be in there right now" the doctor told me
"What? Why?" I yelled. Where was Carlisle?
He then handed me some papers to fill out. "Why don't you fill these out while you wait? I know you have a party going on in the waiting room"
Before I could even give her an answer she shut the door behind her and I had no other choice but to walk to the waiting room. Once they saw me and the expression on my face Carlisle ran up to greet me.
"Where is she son?" he asked
"They brought her back to labor and delivery and wouldn't let me in with her. They said they had to do some tests and… kicked me out" I explained
"I'll go find her" he started to walk away but ii grabbed onto his shoulder
"You're off duty"
"I'm still a doctor and more importantly Bella's doctor; I'll find her"
I let him go off and took a seat next to Esme who was holding Abby. I reached for her and she happily passed her over. I held her easily on my lap while I filled out the paper work needed. I also added on a note, saying that I want the most comfortable room possible, knowing that Bella would want Abby close as well as me and possibly Renee.
After about 20 minutes of waiting Abigail was now sleeping peacefully against me when Carlisle walked out with a pleased expression on his face.
"How is she?" I asked when he got over to us
"Bella and baby are just fine"
There was a sudden sigh of relief and cheers erupted from everyone. I looked back at Carlisle and I could tell that he wasn't done.
"They are both fine for the time being. The baby's heart rate could drop at any moment as could Bella's. Things continue to move slowly and I know a cesarean would be the easiest way but not the safest. If she gave birth vaginally it would be the safest but more difficult on Bella's part"
"Oh god" I whispered "What do you suggest?"
"This is something you need to discuss with her"
"Can we see her?" Charlie asked
"just Edward for right now" he said "she'sbeenaskingforyou"
Not bothering to put Abby down I walked into the room where Bella was and was relieved when I saw her sitting up with the T.V on. She smiled when she heard me come in and reached her hand out for me.
"You scared me" I muttered kissing her hand
"I'm sorry"
"I'm just glad you're okay. What did they do to you?" I asked curious what went on when I wasn't there
She shrugged "they took some blood and I had another contraction while they were checking me so they monitored that. "And speaking of contractions' she tensed and gripped the side of the bed.
"Ow, oh god" she cried
I quietly rubbed her back not knowing what to say or do for that matter. I felt so bad that I couldn't do anything to help her. It was over as quickly as it came and she was fine.
"Are you in more pain then you were with Abby?"
"Yeah" she wasted no time to answer "Edward?"
"What is it love?"
"As much as I love everyone, I would feel better if they weren't lingering around the waiting room. They should be at home. They know we'll call them if anything happens"
She must have been in a lot of pain if she didn't even what them in the waiting room. I dreaded telling them this but this is what she needed to concentrate.
"Okay"
She reached her arms out for Abby and I gently placed her in her mother's arms while I climbed in bed next to her.
"Your baby brother or sister is going to be real soon, but you can't be jealous and you're going to have to help mommy and daddy out. You're not going to be the baby anymore; you'll be a big sister…."
As Bella kept talking I decided now would be a good time to slip out and tell everyone
What Bella had told me.
"Where are you going?" she asked grabbing onto my hand
"I'll be right back" I leaned over to kiss her on the lips
Bella's POV
I watched as Edward left the room and my hand ran through Abby's soft brunette curls, enjoying her soft breath as she slept. Another contraction came and I tried not to jostle her too much. I took deep breaths hoping it would help but it didn't. After another couple of seconds it still wasn't going away and I didn't want to wake Abby.
"Edward I need you" I called
He rushed into the room with Carlisle on his heels. They both had worried expressions on his face.
"Grab her" I said as she was slipping off my waist along with me off the bed
Carlisle grabbed Abby and Edward help me scoot more on the bed.
"Are you okay?" Edward asked
"Yeah that one lasted longer then I thought and they're getting more intense" I felt another one coming with no break in between them.
"Edward it coming again" I cried reaching out for his hand and squeezing tight
"Carlisle do something" he panicked
"Please make it stop" I looked up at him and could feel the tears streaming down my face
Suddenly his face lit up and Edward looked at him surprised at what he was thinking.
"Bella would you like to try the birthing pool?"