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Chapter 49
Renesmee POV
"So I'm free?!" I asked Carlisle, bouncing at the possibility of finally being let out of here. He smiled and nodded.
"It seems as though you are. But do try and be careful." I nodded, gave a stupid salute and ran out of his office, down the many flights of stairs and to the waiting arms of Jacob who had a big smirk on his face.
"I'm FREE!" I squealed. He laughed.
"Jesus Ness, you don't have to go all banshee on me!" I rolled my eyes just as Mom entered the room, smiling.
"I may be smiling Jacob Black, but I do not approve of your nickname!" I giggled into his chest. Only two days ago had Mom found out about his little nickname for me, and immediately she didn't take to it. "How could you relate her to the 'Loch Ness Monster' in any way? I don't care if her name is a mouthful, that's her name, USE it!" She had said, and even now, she hasn't let up. "I'm assuming by the huge grin on both of your faces that Carlisle has given you the all clear?" She asked me. I nodded my head.
"After 2 god damn weeks, I'm allowed to leave the house!" I exclaimed, turning around in Jacob's embrace as he put his arms over my shoulders so I was now facing my mother.
"So your head is fine? No repercussions? And your wrist?" I nodded.
"Mom, stop fussing, I'm fine!" Edward laughed as he entered the sitting room, sanding at Mom's side, he smiled at me and I returned the gesture. "I've had enough sitting around the house. I'm fine." She smiled fondly.
"Good!"
"But..." I frowned, as did everyone else. "I need to hunt." She laughed.
"We'll all go." I grinned, turning back around to face Jacob.
"You coming?" I asked him. His eyes saddened and he shook his head.
"I'm sorry, I made plans with Rebecca and Rachel for today some time last week. It's their birthday tomorrow and they wanted to do something just the three of us. But, I'll come take you out later okay?" I smiled and nodded. I was glad he was being with his sisters, they all had a lot to catch up on, so I didn't mind. He kissed me on the forehead, squeezed my hand and headed towards the front door.
"Bye guys..." He shouted behind him.
"Goodbye Jacob." Edward replied.
"What about you Edward? Are you coming?" I asked him. He nodded.
"I could do with a hunt, haven't been in a while." I smiled and Mom shifted slightly at his side. I flicked my eyes to her and frowned.
"Um... You know what? I've got some shopping to do... So, you guys go ahead. I'll catch up with you later." Edward raised his eyebrows and I almost laughed.
"Mom, Esme has gone shopping." Her eyes widened and I crossed my arms, leaning on one leg as I smirked.
"Oh. Urm... I have some different shopping to do. You know. She's gone to home-stores and things. I just... Food! I need to get food for you!" I laughed and waved her off.
"Fine. Your excuse is terrible, but fine." I told her. Edward laughed and kissed her on the forehead before taking a step forward.
"Ready?" He asked me.
"Definitely. You have no idea how long I've been waiting to get out of here." He laughed and opened the back sliding door, stepping out. "Do you mind if we walk for a bit? I haven't been out in so long, I just want to savour it you know? Okay so that sounds weird, but you know..." He laughed and nodded.
"No problem."
Two weeks ago I woke up in Carlisle's study and although I felt fine, Carlisle told me that there were many cuts on my head and he didn't want to risk infection as he didn't know how it would react with me. Plus, my wrist looked rather ugly and it wouldn't be too nice to go outside with. So no-one other than my family or Jake was allowed to come in and see me, and I wasn't allowed out – despite my protests – until I was pretty much fully healed and back to my normal self. Thankfully, today was the day I was allowed out.
"So, I sort of haven't said it yet, but thank you. You know? For saving me." He laughed once.
"You don't need to apologise to me about it Renesmee. I did what any other person would do. I just happened to be there at the right time is all." I shook my head.
"I don't think that's all it was." I turned my head towards him as we walked. His head was down and the ground probably seemed very interesting to him. I smirked. "I'm right aren't I?" I asked him. He sighed.
"I feel..." He paused. "Protective. Yes. I feel protective over you. I know that we were just going to be friends, but it doesn't mean I don't care about you." He looked up at me apologetically. I smiled.
"I get it. And I'm grateful, you should know that. You've done so much to keep me safe and you've pretty much saved my Mom." He grinned.
"Thanks. I'm just doing what any father would do." He stopped and his eyes widened at the realisation of his words. He pinched the bridge of his nose before dropping his hand and stepping forward again. "Sorry, just ignore that." I smiled and shook my head.
"I'd prefer not too. I understand now just how childish I was being. You didn't realise it was me and you've been a pretty good friend. I think I might be able to at least consider you as my 'step-dad' until you're married!" I grinned and laughed. He simply smiled. But it was different. Vibrant and carefree, as if he'd just been given a new lease of life.
"Thank you." He answered me, genuinely. "Just so you know, I'm not going to sit there making rules and giving you curfews. I have no right to do so. You're a grown woman. I just, want to be there for you." I smiled, I see the two of us aren't exactly the ones to express our feelings physically in terms of hugs and handshakes just yet, both of us shifted uncomfortably before I broke the silence.
"That's all I ask." I stopped walking, the two of us both far enough into the woods to be able to determine what there was to drink. I took a deep breath and grinned. "I call shotgun on that one." I whispered. He laughed and gestured for me to go ahead.
~*~
"I agree with Edward. There is no way that you would've been able to bag one that big!" Emmett announced with a scoff before flouncing onto the white sofa, grabbing the remote and turning on a baseball game. I folded my arms.
"You should know by now not to underestimate me Em!" He rolled his eyes.
"I still don't believe ya 'lil niece! You may be all powerful and pretty damn fast, but they're huge!"
"Now, now children! Calm down!" Mom called as she walked into the living room to our debate.
"He won't believe me..." I sighed, gesturing to the lump on the couch.
"About what?"
Emmett decided to pipe up. "She claims that she took out a lion a few years back. Edward and I just happen to disagree." Mom laughed.
"She did. I was there. Why don't you just show him Renesmee?" I laughed and walked over to him, resting my hand on his cold arm. I replayed the whole scene to him. I was pretty sure that if I had shown him this earlier on, he would have thought I was faking it.
He frowned and sunk back into the chair once I pulled my hand away.
"Whatever." He sighed. I laughed and stood back.
"How was your hunt Renesmee?" Mom asked me as we left Emmett to his sulk with Jasper laughing beside him.
"It was good. It felt great to finally get outside and do something. I've had enough of donated blood." Mom laughed.
"Good chat with Edward?" She inquired. I raised my eyebrows.
"Yes mother. And your attempt to leave was terrible!" She laughed.
"Hey, I had shopping to do." I scoffed as I opened the cupboard in the kitchen.
"Oh yes, it really looks like it." I told her as I stared into it. Nothing new had been added. I took out a bag of potato chips and started snacking on those, turning to my mother who looked a bit sheepish.
"Hey it wasn't my fault. I just thought the two of you would appreciate it." I rolled my eyes and left the kitchen, Mom in tow.
"Of course." I turned the corner to the stairs only to be called by none other than Aunt Alice.
"RENESMEE SWAN! GET UP HERE THIS INSTANT." Mom laughed behind me and I turned to her.
"What's this about?" She said nothing but simply gestured up the stairs. I ran up and into my bedroom, but was met with Esme, Alice and Rosalie. I frowned. "What's this?" I asked them.
Alice stood to the side revealing the most stunning strapless, purple bridesmaid dress. So simple but so perfect. I grinned.
"Yes! Don't you think Mom would like to help?" I asked them. Rosalie shook her head.
"She says she wants a surprise. The only thing she wants to do, is know about her dress and she wants the wedding here." Rosalie stated. I nodded and rushed over to Alice, taking the dress from her and the four of us set about fitting it perfectly and then planning what wouldevidently be the biggest Cullen wedding.
~*~
"Hello?" I asked into my phone.
"Ness? It's Jen! Ohmigod... Are you okay?! Nathan told us that you were up and allowed out." I laughed.
"I'm fine. Enough about me. What about you and Sam? I heard you were pretty shaken up..." I heard her sigh on the other end of the phone.
"I know. But to be honest, we were sort of more concerned that you were all okay. Plus, 2 weeks is plenty of time to get over things!" I laughed again. "We were wondering if we could come and see you?" She asked.
"It sounds great, but I don't suppose we could go out could we? I haven't exactly been out yet, and it would be good to see everybody." It was her turn to laugh.
"No problem. We can fill you in on what you missed at school."
"Sounds great. I'll come to yours in about 10 minutes okay?"
"See you then. Bye."
"Bye." I hung up and turned to the faces of the three perfectly still, intrigued vampires in front of me. "Do you mind?" They shook their heads.
"Go have fun Renesmee. We've got it covered now." I nodded to Esme.
"Just remember, we're going shopping tomorrow for fabrics for the chairs. Then we're almost done." I smiled and stood up.
"I won't. Promise." I ran out of the room and downstairs. "Mom! I'm off to Jen's..." I called out. I heard a faint reply and opened the door as a grabbed my jacket, running outside to find rain falling down in sheets. I squealed as the cold drops pelted my warm skin as I legged it inside.
"Ren?! Head's up!" I looked around frantically to find a set of keys flying in my general direction. I put my hand up and caught them. "Nice catch 'lil niece." I laughed.
"Cheers Em!" I put the hood of my jacket up and checked the keys. Emmett's jeep! Sweet.
I ran around to it, opened the door and swung up and in, starting the engine. It wasn't until I was out on the open round that I saw Sam, hood up, running along the path. I hit the horn and pulled over just in front of her. Leaning over the other side I opened the door.
"Get in you retard!" I shouted. She laughed as she saw me in the drivers seat and hopped up. She turned to face me and grinned, leaning over and hugging me tightly.
"I'm so glad you're okay. We all missed you so much." I smiled as she pulled back. I truly was blessed to have friends like these.
"I missed you all too... We should get going." She smiled and retreated back to her seat.
"You're a lifesaver Ren! You on your way to Jen's house?" I nodded.
"Yeah, she called me a minute ago."
"Good good. It's good to see you up an about you know? We were so worried about you. Especially cause you weren't coming into school. Nathan told Jen though."
"I'm so sorry I put you in that position." The possibility of what could've happened still loomed, and I didn't like it. I know that they're fine. I've spoken to both of them, but that's besides the point.
"You don't have to apologise! We were the one's who went there when she shouldn't have been. It's our fault really." I shook my head and sighed as we turned the corner onto Jen's street.
"Don't. Please? I feel bad enough, I don't want you taking the blame. Good thing is though, it's all over now. I don't have to worry about Victoria or anyone hurting my friends and family. It's done." She grinned.
"I'm glad. You ready to brace yourself for the rain?" She asked as I laughed.
"Ready as I'll ever be." We both hopped out of the jeep together and ran to Jen's front door as I pushed the button to lock the Jeep. I laughed as my hair got soaked and my feet squelched in the puddles. Washington weather. It never fails to deliver. The two of us were laughing as we reached Jen's front porch and knocked heavily on it. She swung it open and raised one eyebrow, smirking, as she saw the two of us.
"You better take your shoes off before you step in here." We nodded, still laughing, reaching down and peeling them off. Jen shook her head and stepped to the side, pulling me to her and whispering. "Jimmy, Aaron, Kat, Kane and Terry are all here too. They just thought you were seriously ill. Mono or something. Just go with it." I smiled and hugged her.
"Thanks." She smiled as I pulled away, leaving a wet stain on the front of her T-Shirt. I giggled and she sighed.
"No, thank you!" She laughed. The three of us headed into the living room.
"REN!" Jimmy called as he saw us in the archway. He stood up, leaving Aaron's side and trundled towards me, putting his hands on my shoulders. "Girl, you look amazing!" I raised one eyebrow.
"I look like a drowned rat, Jimmy."
He let out a sigh of relief. "Seriously honey, I'm glad you said it." I hit him playfully on the chest and he feigned hurt. "Now that was uncalled for." He laughed. I grinned. "We missed you." He whispered as he hugged me.
"Missed you too Jim." He pulled back and sighed at the state of his T-Shirt. I laughed.
"Girl, that's not funny." I shook my head and headed over to the others, settling on the floor.
"It's great to see you back Ren. Miss Christelle hasn't been happy that you've skived off." Kat said to me after a while. I groaned.
"That woman needs to learn to leave me alone and pick on someone else." I told her. She nodded and laughed.
"I agree. It's like she has it in for you."
"Miss Christelle has it in for everybody..." Aaron put in. "I remember when Will was at Forks High, she would not stop having a go at him. Apparently, he dropped a pencil on the floor and she sent him out." I laughed.
"Seriously?" They nodded.
"There's something wrong with that woman I swear." Jimmy grumbled.
"Jim, the only reason you don't like her is cause she calls you James!" He threw his hands in the air.
"So?! No-one calls me James and she knows it. It's like she's purposely trying to unleash the inner beast in me." I laughed.
"Inner beast?" I coughed out. He turned to me and raised his eyebrows.
"Yes, I can be lethal when I want to be." He replied in a sarcastic, smug voice. I turned to the others.
"Any of you seen the 'inner beast' that he's referring to?" They all shook their heads and Jimmy shrank back, sheepish, before laughing.
"Okay, so maybe not. But still... I think I need to work on my alter ego." We nodded.
"Yes, you should."
It was Terry who broke the silence. "I think she's hot." We all grimaced and turned to face him. That same horrified expression glued onto each of our faces.
"What?!" He exclaimed.
"Terry, you do realise what you just said right?" Kat asked him, pronouncing each word carefully. He nodded slowly.
"It's true. Take away the glasses. Let her take her hair down. Lose a bit of weight-" Jen chucked a cushion at him, but he brushed it off and continued his devoted spiel to Miss Christelle "-tighter fitting clothes. Hell, I bet she was a MILF back in the days..." He trailed off, stuck in his own imagination. There truly was something wrong wth that kid.
Simultaneously, we bust out laughing, chucking more cushions at him.
"Hey! Stop!" His protests were futile.
We continued to laugh, truly disgusted at the way he saw the worlds most horrific teacher.
~*~
"Hey Jake." Jen called as she answered the door. "She's in here." My ears perked up as my reason for living turned the corner. I smiled and stood up, heading over to him, taking his hands.
"What're you doing here?" I asked him. He turned to face the others who were all staring at us, but immediately went back to their fake conversation when they saw Jake looking.
"I went to the house and Bella said you were here. I just wanted to tell you that I've booked a couple of tickets so we an go away." I grinned.
"Are you being serious?" He nodded.
"I've been saving for a while and thought you might appreciate it."
"Where are we going?"
"Cambridge. You've been wanting to see Layla ever since she told you about the pregnancy and now that Victoria's out of the picture, we can go safely. I cleared it with Bella this morning when I was at yours. I just had to finalise some things after I saw my sisters." I wrapped my arms around his neck and hugged him tight.
"Thank you so much." I whispered. "I love you."
It had only been about a month and a half since Layla announced her pregnancy and although it was early, things were looking great. Her and Lucas were doing well and he was even talking to his parents again. Although he was still staying round Dean's; he didn't want to put extra pressure on them, and it was closer to Layla's house in case she needed him. They were doing pretty well and I had asked Mom if I could go see them when this Victoria mess is over with. I guess it's a great way to end this whole debacle.
"I love you too. And don't worry, it's not until you break up from school for the holiday. Another month yet. But it's better than nothing right? Plus, Alice said I couldn't take you until after the wedding. So we're going when your Mom and Edward are on their honeymoon." He was talking quiet enough so that the other's couldn't hear. All of them except for Jen and Sam still believed that Bella was my sister, and although they knew she was getting married to Edward, it would be weird for the others to hear me calling her Mom.
"Speaking of honeymoon, do you know where they're going?" He shook his head.
"Alice has been doing a good job of keeping that one a secret. Only her and Edward know. Apparently, neither of them trust us to keep it from her."
I rolled my eyes. "Oh Mom's going to love a surprise." I announced sarcastically. Jacob laughed and kissed me once on the lips, before it could turn into anything more that would surely be embarrassing in front of all my friends.
"I best be off, go have fun. I'll see you later okay? We can go for a walk on the beach or something." I nodded.
"Sounds great." He waved to the others and they called their goodbyes as I walked him to the door and he left. I saw no car, so he must've ran. I walked back into the living room, dazed. I don't know how I got so lucky. He's amazing and everything I could ever ask for. I'll admit, I had my doubts about imprinting and the two of us being together – we weren't exactly a likely pair – but right now, I couldn't think of anyone better. I knew that Jacob and I were in it for the long run, and that's what made him extra special to me.
"Soo...." Jen called. "I hope the two of you have fun." She told me as I sat down. I frowned.
"You knew?!" I asked her and she nodded, slightly wary of me, the others were all engrossed in conversation, but she lowered her voice and whispered anyway, just to be safe. "Nathan heard it when they were phased, and told me. I was under strict orders not to tell you until Jacob had. I hope your friend back in Cambridge is okay." I smiled.
"It's okay. I'm really looking forward to it you know?"
"Looking forward to what?" Jimmy called. "What did lover man what?" I laughed.
"He's taking me back to the UK so I can see my friends back there. One of them is pregnant and want to see how she's getting on." He smiled.
"Aaw. That's so cute." Kat said, making me laugh. "The two of you look great together."
"Thank you. He's amazing." I told her. And it was true. He really is.
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