Bella's POV:
God I was thrilled that Paul was happy and accepting of our baby. I cuddled deeper into his embrace as fireworks started. I loved the feeling of his hot hand on my belly. It was a motion that signified so much. His protection, love, acceptance.
Earlier in the evening had been a disaster. I was so devastated when Paul had responded to Jarrod's question with such malice. I had felt the tears welling in my eyes and Rosalie and Alice were by my sides instantly, gripping my hands tightly. They both had glared at Paul and with Esme ushered me upstairs.
They had reassured me that no matter what Paul thought or wanted what I wanted was what mattered. This baby would be loved no matter what. After a slight meltdown I was ready to go back and face my family.
When Paul had told me he really was happy about the baby it felt like the world had been lifted off my shoulders. He was happy, I was happy, we could do this.
"When do you want to tell them?" He asked his gaze not on the fireworks but on our family who were spread across the deck.
"Well I don't know when my mom will be back so I think we should tell her, Phil and my dad tonight. Maybe after everyone leaves?" I suggested "The Cullen's already know."
He frowned "About that. Why did you tell them first?"
I rolled my eyes "Carlisle checked me out earlier and suspected, he did a blood test but I wanted to know. I went over and took a test with the girls and I had a bit of an emotional overload and Jasper and Emmett tried to comfort me." I told him.
"So when will the blood test be back?" He questioned.
"It was back earlier- Carlisle had it rushed. Esme told me I am definitely pregnant when she was upstairs with me." I whispered trying to keep my voice low.
"Oh" He said and a rare blush crossed his cheeks. I kissed him gently.
"You could tell the guys tonight when you go out on patrol?" I suggested softly.
"Sounds like a plan" he nodded decisively.
Our conversation went silent after that and we watched the fireworks happily. I couldn't stop grinning. I was so happy now. I was going to be a mom!
Afterwards we all made our way inside again and everyone started getting ready to go. I took baby Claire from Emily and got her dressed for the ride home. She was so adorable and I kept thinking as I looked at her. In nine months I would have my own little one to get ready.
"Here you go Miss. Emily" I smiled at her as I passed Claire to her.
"Thanks Bella" She returned my smile and gave me a tight hug whispering in my ear "You're pregnant aren't you?"
I gave a discreet nod and her smile widened. She pulled me into another hug and whispered "Don't worry I won't say anything until you're ready."
I thanked her and waved goodbye as they left. I got lots of hugs from both the pack and the Cullen's. My dad was getting ready to leave but I stopped him and asked "Dad could you stick around for a few extra minutes?"
"Of course sweetheart" He looked concerned "Is something wrong?"
I gave him a reassuring smile and said "Nothing's wrong, we just want to talk to you and mom about the wedding." A slight fib but not really, we really did have to discuss what we were going to do about the wedding.
Renee and Phil were going to stay with us for a few days so I didn't have to ask them to stay.
"I'm going to go make some hot chocolate. Does anybody want anything?" I asked watching Phil lock the door behind Embry and Seth the last two to leave.
"I'll have some too Bells" Paul smiled and everyone agreed so I headed to the kitchen.
I started the kettle to boil and leaned against the counter suddenly very nervous about telling my mom. My dad wouldn't be mad. He might pretend to be upset for my mom but secretly he'd be thrilled.
I was so busy concentrating on taking deep, reassuring breaths I didn't even notice Paul walk into the kitchen until I heard the cupboards slamming and cups clinking against the counter.
"You ok?" He asked glancing over at me.
"Ya I'm ok, this is just suddenly very real" I explained moving to put the hot chocolate mix into the glasses.
"Bella no matter what happens tonight with your mom and dad I am here for you." Paul pulled me into a sideways hug. "I love you and I love our baby."
"I know," I chuckled "I'm just scared at how she'll react."
"Well" He laughed "We'll just have to wait and see!" He picked up half the cups he had just poured the boiling water into, seemed to debate momentarily and picked up one more so the only one left on the counter was mine.
I rolled my eyes but grabbed my cup following him back to the living room.
"So what is it about the wedding that we have to talk about or is so important it couldn't wait for awhile?" Charlie asked leaning forward in 'cop mode' as I liked to call it.
I curled onto the couch and let Paul embrace me.
"Ya Bells" Renee started "Why is Charlie still here?" My mom while she still loved my dad was uncomfortable with both Phil and him in the same room for a long amount of time.
"Well, I don't think I am going to be able to wear your wedding dress mom." I started.
She immediately looked disappointed "Why not?" I smiled as Phil rubbed her back soothingly.
Before I could say anything Paul answered for me "Because we don't think that any baby bump she may have will fit in it." I elbowed him gently, playfully glaring up at him. So much for being subtle.
I looked over at my parents and wasn't surprised to see Charlie with a faint smile on his lips and Phil watching Renee intently. Renee had her jaw down by her feet and was opening and closing her mouth like a fish.
"Really?" Charlie asked "I'm going to be a grandpa!" I could hear the excitement in his voice.
I nodded "Ya daddy."
"Well, while part of me wishes you'd have waited a few years I know you and Paul are going to be great parents and I can't wait to meet my grandchild." He said softly.
"I don't know what to say Bella." Renee started "I will never say having you was a mistake but I was young and I wish I had had a chance to just be a young adult before having the responsibility of raising a child, so while I may not be totally over the moon if this is what you want I will try and support you." Ok that was a surprising response I had honestly expected a screaming match to ensue.
"Now while I would love to stay and talk more I have work in the morning" My dad interrupted standing and moving towards me. He pulled me up from Paul's arms and hugged me tightly "I love you Bella and congratulations."
Renee, Phil and Paul called out goodbyes as Charlie left and Paul locked the door once again- since I had moved in it was something he was pretty anal about.
"Maybe we should all get some sleep and talk more in the morning." Phil suggested pulling my mom up and waving goodnight as they headed up to the guest room.
"Night" Paul and I called out in unison and I wrapped my arms around his waist resting my head on his chest. Sadly I was going to be sleeping alone tonight which annoyed me but oh well I knew it was important.
With Alice's visions of a vampire army patrols had been upped. It was kind of a scary prospect that there could be an army of vampires headed towards Forks but I felt safe.
"Bella," Paul said softly "Are you going to be ok tonight alone?" We had made our way upstairs and I was changing into a pair of sweats and one of Paul's t-shirts. I always wore one of his shirts when he wasn't going to sleep beside me.
"I'll be fine" I nodded smiling and crawling under the covers.
He bent over and kissed me fiercely and whispered "I love you so much my princess."
"I love you too" I said already starting to nod off.