AN: With all the hype about 10/10/10 this past week, I felt like I should point out my reviews came to a record 777! YAY! Thanks for the continued support everyone.

I know that some of you are like, "HELLO? How are we 50+ chapters in and Bella's still sleeping?" I felt like it was important to give all of the characters a chance to tell the story. Sometimes, just sticking to Edward and Bella's POVs leaves a lot of things unanswered. Now, maybe I took my POV switching too far, but since people are still reading the story, I'll take that to mean I didn't bore you all away.

And have no fear; now that the decision to try the sleeping pill has been approved, the plot will pick up. Bella WILL wake up people, in what I believe will be the next chapter. :) So sit back, and read my longest chapter yet….ENJOY!

CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO

ANTHONY'S POV:

When Grandma said there was someone to see me, I couldn't figure out who it could be. I didn't know that many people, I was only five. I thought maybe it was Uncle Jake, but he was so angry yesterday; I didn't really want to see him. When he and Mommy get into fights, I usually don't see Uncle Jake for a couple of days. Mommy says it's because his head gets too hot, and he needs to cool down before he comes back. My head gets hot too sometimes, but Mommy doesn't send me away; instead, she takes me to the doctor to get medicine so I feel good again. I guess it's different with big people.

My next guess was Nana Renee, which would be really nice because I hadn't seen her in hundreds of days; and she always has the best gifts! Mommy says she spoils me too much, but I like getting new toys and stuff from her. I don't get to see Nana Renee that often because she goes on a lot of trips to many different places. Uncle Jake explained that she's kinda like a pirate who is always looking for the buried treasure; but instead of treasure, she's looking for adventures. I want to go on adventures like her one day. Not until I'm old though. I don't want to leave Mommy behind because she would get lonely without me.

But then I remembered that Grandma didn't know Nana Renee, so she wouldn't know that Nana would be there to see. And I don't think Grandma would let me see a stranger, so, it probably wasn't her. Uggh, I was really stuck. I hate not having an answer when my brain is working really hard to make my questions go away.

As we came closer to the exit door, I saw that it was Miss Angela, my teacher at the fun place. I hadn't seen her in so long! I really missed her and the other kids. I let go of Grandma's hand, and ran to her because Miss Angela gave some of the best hugs. She squeezed you just right; not too hard like Emmett does sometimes. I think I heard Grandma call after me and tell me not to run, but I was too happy to really listen. I hope she doesn't get too mad at me.

When I got to Miss Angela, I hugged her side because now that she has a big tummy, it's hard to wrap your arms around her. Even though it wasn't from the front, her hugs still were good. "Miss Angela! I didn't know you were coming! It's so nice to see you. I miss you Miss Angela. Have you missed me? Do the kids miss me? What kind of art projects did you do at the fun center this week? Have the other kids helped you clean up, or do you miss your special helper?"

I released her from our hug, and stepped back so I could see her face. Miss Angela was smiling with both her eyes and her mouth so I think she was happy to see me. And she was laughing at me. I didn't get mad at her though because she has done this before. She explained to me that sometimes I get really excited and I talk too fast. Since she's an adult, it's hard for her to keep up with me and my many questions, so she waits until I settle down before we tackle the questions together. Miss Angela took my hand and brought me over to some chairs near us.

"Tony, my precious boy, how are you doing?" she asked, while she ran her hand up and down my arm.

"I'm fine Miss Angela. I feel like I haven't seen you in a long time! It looks like your stomach got even bigger!" I was worried that she might get upset with me since you're not supposed to talk about people's stomachs, but Miss Angela just smiled and nodded her head at me.

"I feel like it's gotten bigger. I swear, this baby is going to 7 feet tall when he comes out because he's getting so big." I asked her how tall that was, and Miss Angela showed me two different posters on the walls, and said it was the distance between them. That was huge! I wonder how tall I'll grow up to be. Uncle Jake is really tall, almost like the 7 feet Miss Angela described, but I don't know if I want to be that tall. It would be really lonely up there above everyone else. I think I'd want to be the same size as Jasper or Edward. They are taller than all the girls, but still aren't like giants.

I guess I was not talking enough because Miss Angela spoke up again to get my attention. "So what were those questions again Tony? You certainly had a lot of them." I started out asking her about the day care center.

Miss Angela told me all about the stories they read before naptime and how they had a guest come in and he did all these voices for the characters. It was like watching a play with many different people in it, only it was one person. I was sad that I missed it, but she explained that he'll come back again next month because everyone liked him so much.

Then she told me what they did with our homework assignment we had last week. We had to bring in a sock for an arts and crafts project. Mommy gave me a grey sock from the non-pair box. She told me it's a mystery because socks always seem to go missing in the house, even if you take them off and put them right in the hamper. It's like there is a little sock monster that creeps in and takes them in the middle of the night when everyone is sleeping. I took my sock into the fun center, and it was sitting in my cubby waiting until we were going to use it. Miss Angela explained that the class started to make hand puppets this week. She said that they didn't get too far, so I'll be able to catch up when I come back.

"And what about the other kids at the center? Did they miss me? Have I been gone too long that they forgot me?" I asked. I was worried that the last part was true. I hate missing the fun center, so I usually try to come in no matter what; though sometimes Mommy threatens to tie me to my bed when I have a runny nose or I am coughing.

Miss Angela said that my tablemates Conner and Austin were asking about me. Me not being there really confused many people. At first I felt bad missing all the fun, but my Mommy was in the hospital and I think once I explain that to my friends, they will understand. Plus, I got to meet all these new people, so I have plenty of stories to share with everyone when I get back. I think Austin and Conner will love me meet all my new friends, especially Emmett. Miss Angela also showed me a get well card the whole class signed for Mommy. It was really pretty. I can't wait to put it in Mommy's room so she can see it when she wakes up.

"Now what have you been up to buddy? I see you made some new friends this week," Miss Angela said, while looking around the waiting room at all the people there.

"Oh I did. Mommy always showed me pictures of Grandma and Grandpa, so it was nice to see them in person. They were surprised that I knew them because they didn't know me. I think it's because they don't have a picture of me. Maybe when Mommy wakes up, we can find a good picture to give them. And Grandma and Grandpa brought their family with them. Mommy told me stories all about her friends when she was smaller, so seeing them in real life was a surprise. I thought Mommy was just telling me make-believe stuff, not real stuff."

"I went to school with your Mommy, so I know Alice and Emmett, and….Edward," Miss Angela explained.

"You know them too? Wow, do you get to see them in real life too, or do you only have stories like Mommy?"

Angela sighed, and I leaned over, putting my head on her shoulder. "I haven't seen them in a really long time. They don't live near us, so it makes visiting hard."

"Well, they're here now Miss Angela. So maybe you can spend time with them too."

"Maybe buddy. And you're having fun with all of them?" she asked. She was looking at one person, so I followed her head to see who her eyes were looking at. I saw her staring at Edward…(or was it Alice?) in the corner.

"Yes, everyone was so excited to meet me. Alice has lots of energy, and she is really small. I talked with Edward, and he explained to me that short people can't sit in the front seat. I don't think Alice is allowed to either, but that may be different because she is a big person."

"Do you….do you and Edward talk a lot?" she asked me.

"Not all the time. Sometimes Mean Edward came out, like in the beginning. He stole my name and didn't want to spend time with me. I was worried that I did something wrong to make him upset with me, but Grandpa told me he doesn't spend a lot of time with kids so he doesn't know what to say around them. But I told him that I know Edward can be nice, just like Mommy's Edward from the stories."

"Edward was mean to you?" Angela's face looked mad. I didn't mean to get Edward in trouble.

"Not really mean. Just kinda like Mommy when she doesn't get to drink her coffee in the morning to wake up her eyes. But Mommy's Edward is coming out more now. Yesterday we got to spend time together, just the two of us. It was a boy day. We went to visit Mommy together, and then we went on an adventure."

"What kind of adventure?"

"We went to a chocolate factory. Since there was food, we had to cover our hair. Edward said that we didn't want to look like girls with the nets so we wore baseball hats. We learned how they make chocolate, and then we got to try different kinds. It was a long day, but we got presents for everyone in the family. And Edward let me ask him a lot of questions on the way home. He was able to keep up with me a lot faster than you though Miss Angela. Is he younger than you?"

"That's good. I'm….glad that you got to spend time with him." She looked to the corner again, and it looked like she was no longer mad. I was glad that I got her to understand. I wouldn't want Edward to have to have a time out because of me.

Turning to face me again, she said, "So tomorrow is Monday. Are you going to come back to the fun center tomorrow? See all your friends? I'm sure your Grandma and Grandpa can bring you and pick you up afterwards."

I thought for a long time because I liked spending time with everyone that I met. But I hadn't seen my friends in a really long time, so maybe I should go in. And Mommy was sleeping, so she couldn't really see me anyways even though her eyes were open. "I think I want to come in. I want to get started on my sock puppet, and play with Austin and Conner."

"Sounds like a good idea. Let's go tell your Grandpa and Grandma about your decision." I jumped out of my seat and took Miss Angela's hand, leading her over to where Grandma and Grandpa were hugging. Angela told them about the fun center, and told them what time I was there til. Since Mommy wasn't working, I didn't have to stay after late with Miss Angela. I was happy about that because then I can get my snack and juice earlier. I stood by while the grownups talked, but I felt someone tap me on the shoulder. Turning around I saw that it was Edward.

"Hi Edward. I didn't see you this morning at the hotel. Grandma said that you had important stuff to do here at the hospital. You missed everyone acting funny at brefast."

"Really? Well, I wanted to get a head start on a project I had here because I wanted to go and do something fun later today," he said. When I heard fun, I got excited.

"Fun? What kind of fun? Are you going to do the fun by yourself?" I asked.

Edward shook his head. "No Tony, it wouldn't be fun if I were by myself. I thought…maybe…since we had a fun time yesterday…I thought maybe we could do something…together again today." Oh boy, that was even better than I thought up in my head!

"Okay that sounds like fun. What kind of fun are we going to do?" Edward said that he wasn't sure what our plans were yet, but said that he was hungry since he skipped brefast, so he thought maybe we could go get some white pizza like we did the other day. I love white pizza.

"YEA!" I said. I guess I was really loud, because I heard Grandma shush me from behind. I turned around and gave her my puppy eyes that Mommy says can get me out of trouble. Mommy was so mad when Uncle Jake taught me them, but I think they were smart because I don't have to sit in time out that much like some of the other kids I know.

After telling Grandma and Grandpa about us leaving, Edward and I went outside to his car. He buckled me in the backseat, and we were off to the pizza place. When we went inside, the food lady remembered me from the other day, and kneeled down to talk to me. "Hey handsome, back so soon?"

I laughed at her because only Mommy's called me handsome before. I got shy and hide behind Edward because I didn't like how she was looking at only me. I think she understood, so she stood up, and then took us to a big booth. She asked us for drink orders, but we were ready and Edward ordered the white pizza and two cokes.

"I love white pizza. I think the red sauce is yucky. Mommy says not many people eat white pizza, but I'm glad that you don't either because it makes me happy that we have something in common Edward."

"Well, I bet we could find other things that are similar too," Edward said. While we waited for the pizza, we talked about our favorite things, and I saw that Edward was right. I found out that we both like the color red, and that dogs were his favorite animals. He told me about the dog he had growing up. It didn't sound like it was hard to raise a puppy, so I thought maybe he could help me convince Mommy when she wakes up.

He said that his hair has a mind of his own, which is something that Mommy tells me all the time. Edward laughed when I told him how Mommy tries to brush my hair, but it would never stay down. He said Grandma used to tell him the same thing. He says that when I get bigger, I won't care about my hair anymore, and that I should just leave it alone. He said he doesn't even own a brush anymore. I laughed at that because I don't think Mommy would let me not brush my hair. It was a rule at our house. After you brush your teeth you brush your hair. Edward said it was good that I brush my teeth, and that I need to brush good tonight because I had a lot of chocolate, and he didn't want me to get boo-boos on my teeth. I know that Uncle Jake had boo-boos once, and when he came home from the doctor he was not happy. So it was important that I follow what Edward said.

As we were eating the yummy pizza, I saw that someone came up to our table because his shadow made the table dark, and it almost hid the pizza. I turned and saw that it was Uncle Jake.

"Hey Tony. Enjoying your pizza?" he asked. I looked into his eyes to see if he was going to be angry like he was the other day, but he seemed to be better today.

"It is so good Uncle Jake. And Edward doesn't like the red sauce either, so we can share a pizza, like how you and Mommy share your pizza."

Jake looked at Edward, and said, "Is that so? How nice." After a moment, he turned back and looked at me. "So, I miss you buddy. I haven't gotten to spend much time with you since we got to meet the puppy back at the hotel."

"That's 'cuz you were on vacation silly. I didn't know you were coming back. Mommy said you would be gone for a really long time. You surprised me."

Uncle Jake nodded his head. "Yea, well when I heard about Mommy, I had to come see if you were okay big guy. But I do have a present for you from our trip. Maybe you can take a break from Grandma and Grandpa and everyone and come see me and Aunt Jessica so we can give it to you."

A present? I love presents! "Really? What kind of present is it? It is big? Did it fit in your suitcase? Is it a secret present, or can I show it to Mommy?" Uncle Jake laughed at my last question.

"No bud, this present is safe. You don't have to hide it from Mom."

"Do you make it a habit to give him presents he has to hide Black?" Edward asked Uncle Jake. He didn't have a nice expression on his face. I hope they don't fight again. I was getting used to Mommy's Edward.

"At least he's getting presents from me, Cullen. Due to some absences in his life, I had to pick up the slack so he wouldn't notice. And boys will be boys, right Tony?" Jake said, turning back to look at me; the glare he was shooting at Edward gone.

"Yes. Edward, you should see it. It is so much fun," I said, thinking about the dart game in my closet.

Giving me a noogie, Uncle Jake said, "Well, you'll have to show it to Edward before he leaves buddy," I fixed my hair because I hate when Uncle Jake does that, but then I realized what he said to me. Leave? I didn't know Edward was leaving.

"You're….you're leaving? Why didn't you tell me? I thought we were friends? Friends tell each other important things? When are you leaving? Are you coming back? Do you have more secrets? Is Grandma and Grandpa leaving too?" I knew I was speaking too fast again, but I was scared that Edward was going to go away and not come back. And I wanted Mommy to see that her Edward was real, just like Alice and Emmett were.

"Tony, Tony calm down. Deep breathes. Ok, now listen to me, okay? Your Uncle doesn't know what he's talking about. While it's true that I live in Chicago, I'm not going back there any time soon. I took time off of work, like a vacation, so I can stay here with you and wait for Mommy to wake up. And, after she wakes up, she's still going to be in pain and need help, so I'm going to stick around and help. Then you and I can continue hanging out. That is, if you want to hang out."

I jumped out of my seat and threw my arms around Edward's neck. With him sitting down, I was able to reach him. "You're silly Edward. I want to hang out with you always."

Edward rubbed his hand up and down my back, kinda like Mommy does before I go to sleep. With my head on his neck, Edward turned to whisper in my ear, "Me too buddy."

For a moment, I forgot that Uncle Jake was there, until I heard his voice again. "How precious. Well, I have pizzas to pick up. Enjoy what time you have left together. And, here, Tony this is my phone number. When you want to come see me and Aunt Jessica and the present we got you, have your Grandpa or Grandma call me, and I'll come get you, okay?"

"Yea, and we need to get back to the hospital Tony anyways, so you stay here while I go pay, okay? Finish up your last slice, and say goodbye to your Uncle," Edward said, getting up out of the booth and heading to where the money gets collected from the people.

With Edward gone, Uncle Jake took his seat, and reached for my hand. "Tony, listen to me. I know you are having a good time with the Cullens, but I want you to be careful okay? They don't live here with you and me, so they will have to head back to their homes soon. I know Edward said he's going to stay, but it's not going to be forever. He's not going to move out here to Forks because the kids in the hospital where he lives need him there. I just don't want you to get too close, and get hurt, little man."

I shook my head at Uncle Jake. "Maybe Edward will like it so much here and have so much fun with me and Mommy that he'll move here and he can work in the hospital here with Dr. Denali. There are kids here that are sick and need help too."

Uncle Jake didn't like my answer because I saw him put a frown on his face. "I don't know Tony. All I'm saying is that Aunt Jessica and I, and Grandpa Billy, we are your family. And family sticks together. If you need me, no matter what time it is, you call me. I will be there for you; I will never leave you."

"Okay Uncle Jake. I love you and will never leave you too."

"Lots of love Tony. Now, I gotta get that pizza before Aunt Jessica yells at me. She can be scary when she yells," Uncle Jake said with a smile. I put my hand over my mouth and giggled. I saw Aunt Jessica yell at Uncle Jake once. It was scary. Mommy gets mad at me sometimes, but she's never yelled like that. I hope Aunt Jessica doesn't yell all the time because it would hurt my ears.

Edward came back to the table, and looked between Uncle Jake and I. He said, "Everything okay over here?"

"Peachy, Cullen. I'm leaving." Pulling me into a hug, he then said to me, "Say hi to your Mom for me, and give her a wet kiss. I'll see you later buddy."

Edward held his hand out, and said, "Com'mon Tony, let's go see our favorite lady. Let's go see Mommy." I took his hand, and off we went.

When we were by the door, I turned and saw Uncle Jake looking at us. He didn't seem very happy. I think it was because I was holding Edward's hand. But, if what Uncle Jake said was true, that if Edward was going to leave, then I wanted to spend as much time as I could with him. Maybe, if he has a good time, he'll stay with me. I hope so.