The next week went by peacefully but definitely tiredly. Having both of the boys there to help was definitely a blessing when it came to getting up in the middle of the night.

Seeing them with our children was nothing short of beautiful. I didn't possibly think I could be even more in love with my imprints than I already was, but I proved myself wrong.

Jared had phased to show Paul the birth and in turn Paul had shown him the replay of what happened with Edward. I hadn't phased anymore since the first time considering I was busy with the babies and so far there weren't any further threats.

Sue had made sure that both of our children were healthy that next morning, which all three of us had known they were. As far as we could tell, their accelerated growth had stopped when they were born, which quelled any fears that I had about them growing too fast.

I still had a wolf-sized appetite but we now knew that it wasn't only for the babies, it was because I was actually a wolf and needed the carbs to keep my body going.

Sam had claimed both me and Embry as his siblings which came of no surprise to them considering he'd had to inform them of my phasing directly after it'd happened.

Sam and Embry were at our house (along with Emily) much more often than the other members of the pack. They called it 'sibling bonding time' and they were truly taking their roles as Uncles seriously. Sam used it as an excuse to prepare for his own son or daughter and Embry just loved both of the babies so much that he was more than willing to help, especially when Paul or Jared was on patrol.

I thought things were going perfectly with no further threats until I was proven wrong. I heard a howl in the woods that I knew was Jared's.

Embry had been with me to help with the babies while Jared patrolled, and Paul had run up to Port Angeles for more baby supplies.

I looked panicky toward Embry who told me, "Go, I'll take care of them, I promise."

I nodded. I trusted my brother with my children. I knew he could protect them and take care of them while I went to see what was happening.

I thanked him and ran outside, shedding my dress before phasing and tying it around my ankle. I still wasn't used to the process and it felt extremely weird, but it felt even more strange to suddenly have the voices in my head again. Especially those of my husband and brother.

"Bella?" Jared asked as soon as I phased in. "Where's the babies?"

"Embry has them, they're safe. What's happening?" I questioned.

"Cullens at the treaty line. They're looking for Edward." Sam responded. If I was human I would've paled. I'd forgotten about them. Of course they'd come for Edward. What would we tell them?

"What is their demeanor? Are they angry?" I asked both of them quickly.

"They're just asking about him. Neither of us has phased out to tell them anything yet." Jared supplied.

I began to run to where he was in the forest. We would meet them together.

Moments later I came upon my husband and brother standing near the treaty line. I rubbed my muzzle up against Jared and he did the same to me, showing our affection for one another.

"They're down there. Which one of us is going to phase out to talk to them?" Jared asked the both of us.

"I need to do it. I killed Edward. They need to hear it from me." I told them adamantly.

"At least I know that you can protect yourself now, but we'll be right with you just in case." Jared replied. I was so happy that he was okay with me doing this by myself.

We stalked down to the treaty line and I watched as all of their expressions changed to shock as they noticed me. I wasn't quite sure if they knew who I was yet, but they definitely knew I was a female.

"A female wolf? I didn't know such a thing was possible." I heard Carlisle say as I approached them.

I made the wolf equivalent of a laugh. "I'm phasing out." I said in the pack mind before letting myself feel the urge to become human again.

As soon as I was a human again and had pulled my dress over my head, I could hear their gasps.

"Bella?" Alice asked first.

"That's me." I replied sarcastically.

"How can you possibly be a wolf, Bella?" Carlisle asked me as I stood on my side of the treaty line.

"It turns out that my biological father is actually Joshua Uley. Sam is my brother." I informed them, motioning to Sam standing next to me.

"And this is my husband and imprint, Jared. Well, one of them anyways." I told them, smiling as I looked over at Jared who nudged me with his nose, licking my arm.

"One of them?" Esme asked this time.

"I have two. Jared and Paul." I replied proudly.

"Hell yeah, I always knew Belly Bear was a kinky one!" Emmett said laughing from the back as Rosalie hit him in the chest.

"Two imprints and two children." I told them happily. "Both of whom will need to be fed soon, so I'd really rather speed up this conversation."

"You're saying that you have two children? Are they your biological children?" Rosalie asked me. I knew that she would be sentimental about my children, seeing as she always wanted that for herself and lost the chance to get it.

"Yes. Twins. They were born last week, a boy and a girl." I informed her.

"How is it possible that you're already fully healed from a twin birth?" Carlisle asked me curiously. Of course he would, he was a doctor.

"Because I phased immediately after their birth, which I know is because of the same reason you're here. Edward triggered my phase." I told them seriously, ready to get on with the tough part of the conversation.

"So he was here?" Carlisle responded and I nodded. "Do you know where he's gone? Alice can no longer see him in her visions."

I sighed. Here it comes. "I'm truly sorry, Carlisle, but he's not coming back. He wasn't here to speak. He came here with the intent to kidnap me and/or hurt my children and my mates. He did hurt one of my imprints and had crossed onto our lands heading for my newborns."

"You're saying he's dead?" Esme asked quietly. I knew that if she could cry, she would be.

"I did what I had to in order to keep my family safe. I couldn't let him hurt them." I whispered back. "He was crazed. I had no choice. If you want to blame anyone, blame me. I killed him myself."

They all wore shocked expressions once more. Esme was dry sobbing as was Alice. Rosalie had her hand on Emmett's chest but looked over at me and nodded.

"You were protecting your family, your children. I would've done the same." Rosalie spoke.

"While I am deeply saddened by the loss of my son, I understand why you had to make that call. I'd like to think I know you well enough to know that you would never take a life without just cause. I apologize for the damage my son inflicted on your mate. I never thought Edward capable of something so cruel." Carlisle told me, taking up the mantle as head of house.

"It was never your fault, Carlisle. He was obsessed with me and couldn't handle the fact that I wasn't his mate. His obsession is what got him killed." I responded. "I hope one day you can forgive me for what I had to do but I'd never regret saving my family."

"Of course. You're forgiven already. I shall take my family to grieve. We will leave the Olympic peninsula and not return. I wish you and your family all the best." Carlisle said before giving me one last look and telling the rest of them it was time to go.

Rosalie nodded to me once more before they all sped away.

I was glad the conversation ended when it did because I felt my milk let down and I knew it was time to feed my children.

I phased back and Jared and I sped home while Sam told him that he could have the rest of the day off.

I was pleased to see that both of my babies were perfectly fine when we arrived back at home. Embry was holding Aurora while simultaneously bouncing Elijah in his little chair.

When Paul arrived home, he knew immediately that we'd had a run-in with vampires.

"What happened?" He asked immediately, having smelled the scent when he walked in.

"The rest of the Cullens came looking for Edward." Jared replied to him.

"Did you tell them that he's ash and they can go fuck themselves?" Paul questioned angrily, walking over to pick up Aurora from her swing even though she was sleeping soundly.

"Paul, she's sleeping!" I whined.

"And she's still sleeping, only now she's sleeping in Daddy's arms. Aren't you, my sweet little princess?" He said, holding her closely. "Now did you tell them what I said?"

"I told them that I killed him, but no, I didn't tell them to go fuck themselves." I muttered.

"And?" He asked with his eyes narrowed on me.

"And nothing. They were sad but they didn't do anything. They told me that they understand and left. The most shocking thing to them was the fact that I was a wolf and had children of my own now. They're gone and said they won't return to the Olympic Peninsula." I responded.

"Well good fucking riddance. I don't want any leeches near my kids. Who was with them while you were phased in?" He questioned.

"Embry stayed with them. Sam was with me and J." I said.

"Promise me you'll phase again with me sometime soon? My wolf is dying to see your wolf again." Paul nearly begged as Jared was walking back in from the kitchen with a sandwich.

"Why don't the two of you go now. I got the babies." Jared said, shoving the rest of the sandwich into his mouth and picking up Aurora from Paul's arms.

"Hell yeah. Let's go baby." Paul said excitedly.

I followed him outside and we both phased.

I knew what he meant about his wolf dying to see mine because I was the same way with both his and Jared's wolves. I loved it.

We played around a little, chasing each other and nipping playfully before Paul told me to phase back.

We phased back at the same time and as soon as we were human again, he had me pushed up against a tree, kissing me fiercely. He didn't hesitate when I told him to hurry up and fuck me either.

He took me hard and fast against the tree, never worrying about hurting me because now I was just as unbreakable as he was.

After we'd finished, we both laid on the forest floor for a little while.

"Damn baby. I needed that so bad. It's been too long." He muttered into my neck, kissing it.

"It's only been like two weeks!" I replied with a laugh.

"Mmm two weeks too long. You know how much I love being inside you, B." He responded huskily.

"You better be glad that I had the miracle wolf healing factor then because if I didn't, it would've been 6 weeks instead of two." I told him.

He looked at me in horror and I just laughed.

We went back home and Jared was quick to put Paul in charge of the babies while he dragged me upstairs to the shower and had his own way with me.

I was so happy. My family was safe. My children were perfect. My imprints were incredible. And my life was just right.

A/N- I'm sorry for the long wait! I haven't felt very well since I got my Covid vaccine.

The next chapter will be the epilogue!

I'm sure the other writers who read my stories will understand when I say that sometimes I just need a day or two to take off writing and just read for a little while. So thats what I did. I immersed myself in fanfiction for one of my other favorite fandoms (that the writers fucked up in the end) - The 100. I LOVE that show and I hated how it ended. I actually have a fic started for it, and maybe one day I'll be able to finish it.

Anyways, back on topic. I hate that this story is coming to it's end but I hope you guys have enjoyed the ride along the way. I love all of you so much and I'm so glad I have so many loyal readers.

Stay tuned for the epilogue.