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Chapter 11

EPOV

I watched as Bella walked out of the room, and out the back door. I knew that the thing with Rose was upsetting her, and I didn't know what Rose's problem was, either. I couldn't focus on everyone at once, so it was going to take some time to work on. But I hadn't made the venture into her mind to see what her thoughts were.

But as I was getting up to follow Bella out the back door, Rose stopped me.

"Let me, Edward. She's right. I need to apologize. I didn't mean for her to feel that. We don't know when she's able to feel any of our gifts or what seeps through to her. I'm just worried that this whole thing is gonna end up killing us all." She said, apologetically.

I just looked at her and tried to look into her mind. She felt bad and realized how shitty she was making Bella feel.

I nodded and watched her follow Bella out the back door.

BPOV

I was sitting there, watching the moon dance across the water when I heard someone behind me.

"I'm fine Edward. Really." I said, not looking backwards.

"It's not Edward." I heard what I could only figure was Rose, behind me.

I turned my head to look at Rose as she made her way to sit down beside me. I didn't know what she wanted, but if she was going to come out here to give me a hard time, she's going to get herself hurt.

She sat there for a moment, presumably collecting her thoughts.

"I'm sorry… if you felt my shitty emotions. I really shouldn't be so contemptuous towards you. I know you didn't ask for any of this. None of us did. But… I think I should tell you how I became a vampire, myself."

She then went on to explain about her life before she was changed, how she lost her baby and the depression she went through. How her husband would regularly mentally, emotionally and physically abuse her. About how he ridiculed her and made her feel even worse than she already did about losing the baby. How she tried to starve herself, and when her husband was gone on a trip, she threw herself down the flight of stairs in her house. And how Carlisle found her and changed her to save her.

"Yes, I have many days when I resent the fact that Carlisle found me. But I also have Emmett, and that's the only thing that keeps me sane… And the fact that I was so desperate to have a child of my own when I was a human, does make me feel bitter that you're able to be the only vampire in history to be able to have your child. It's the reason I became a teacher. So I could be around children all the time, and be able to, in a way, 'mother' them, while I help them learn. It's the closest I'll ever be to having children around me. And I do the best I can to help them learn and grow. In some ways, it helps me. But in others, it just makes me think of what I lost. Royce was too much of a dick to be any sort of father. So I don't know what would have happened had I had his children. I never knew how deep his drinking and rage went until the night he left for his trip. I wish there had been another way for me to get away from him… he liked to isolate me from my family and friends I used to have so I wouldn't have anyone to go to. But I guess there was another plan for me. It still doesn't make me feel any better about being robbed of the chance. But I got my revenge on him…" she trailed off and I couldn't help but ask.

"Oh, Rose, you didn't…"

"I most certainly did. That son of a bitch got what was coming to him. You don't put someone through the kind of torment he put me through, and get away with it. Carlisle understood why I did it, but still didn't condone it. He told me it was my choice, that I had every right to get back at him, but he would leave it up to me to do what I thought was fitting… and I did.

"I stalked him… played mental games on him…made him paranoid because he didn't know what was going on around him. I even… took away his manhood before I finished with him. Just to shoot the point home that he would never, ever father children, or hurt another woman.

"And, I guess, you having this… unbelievable opportunity to have this child makes me feel like I did when I was changed. And when you first came to the school to teach, I saw how happy you were, and human. I saw the look in your eyes when I would hear you talk about your boyfriend and how much you loved him. I wish I had had that when I was human too…"

"But you have Emmett… How can you want to go back? Aren't you happy with him?" I asked. It didn't make sense to me.

"Of course I'm happy with Emmett. But I wanted to be able to find him when I was human and leave my husband behind and grow old with Emmett and our kids and grandchildren. I've always had these thoughts of seeing our own kids if we'd been human…But it's just wishful thinking." She said, wistfully.

"But you found Emmett so many years after you were changed. You would have been an old woman by that time. If it hadn't been for you becoming a vampire, you would have never found him. I can see how much he loves you, and I can bet that you love him just as much. Don't bring yourself down with one thing when you were at least able to find the other thing you were looking for. You're lucky that you found your mate in him." I tell her, hoping she can see she's gotten, at least part of her dream. She could still be alone, and I think she'd be incredibly bitter if that were the case.

"I am. And we've tried being away from the family, but we just can't stay away for that long. We all have a bond with each other and we're really a family. And we've been around each other for so long and we're so used to everyone being around all the time. I know, it sounds like a double edged sword and, I guess you could say it is. But I'd give anything to be able to go back and have the life I've always dreamed of. But I know I can't, so I make do with what I have. I know it's not a substitute, but it's what I have to work with. And I guess I just want to say that I'm sorry if I was being a bitch. I end up going through these ups and downs, emotionally, with feeling everyone else's emotions, and then dealing with my own on top of that. It's not that I hate you. I envy you."

Ok, I wasn't expecting any of this. But I guess now is as good a time as any to ask her.

"Thank you for explaining that to me, Rose. I understand you so much better now. But I would like to ask you if you would like to help with the preparations for when Olivia gets here and be a part of her life?"

I heard a slight sob come from her, then felt her arms around me. "Do you really mean that? After I've been a bitch?" She asked as she pulled back.

"Yes, of course. I don't want you to feel left out of any of this. I'd never want that. You, as much as anyone else deserves to have this kind of gift. And I want you to be able to share in it with us. I don't want you to feel like we don't want you anywhere near her. You'll be… her aunt, and…" I was cut off by another bone-crushing hug from her.

"Why are you so understanding, Bella?" I heard her whisper.

"Because I don't want to make anyone feel like they won't have anything to do with this whole process or be in her life. This family has saved us and helped us out so much. So I at least owe that to everyone. Everybody in there has been like family to me and it means more to me than anything. Both Edward's and my family were already gone. We were both only children so it's good to feel loved again by family. And I want you to be included in everything. Will you?"

"Of course I will, Bella." We sat there for a few moments, then headed back to the house.

When we walked in the back door, I saw that everyone was doing their own thing.

Carlisle and Eleazar were talking in the dining room, Esme and Alice were making new arrangements of flowers for around the house, and Edward and Emmett were playing chess while Jasper observed. As I looked closer, I could see that what Jasper was watching was how Emmett and Edward played the game. He could see that Edward was reading Emmett's mind when he was thinking of his next play. I knew this could wind up being quite interesting.

I watched on as they played chess, and couldn't help but laugh when Emmett got mad when Edward was beating him.

Come on, that shit's funny.

Carlisle and Eleazar made their way over to watch the madness, as well. Carlisle leaned down and quietly told me, "Eleazar talked to his coven in Alaska. They will be here late tomorrow. Then we can start working on your abilities some more."

I nodded at him. This was going to be educational.

"Damn it, dude! Can't you just switch off the mind reading shit?" Emmett bellowed.

Edward snickered at him. "Uh, no, not really. The longer I'm 'awake', the more I can hear and it doesn't actually stop. Sorry, my man."

"That sucks. Bella? You come play this guy. You can keep him out of your head. It'll be the only way that it's a fair game." Emmett whined.

"I think I'll pass, Emmett. It wouldn't matter if he could read my mind, or not. I suck at chess. You're looking at the wrong person." I told him as I help up my hands. That and Edward was sort of a chess genius, so me playing against him is just redundant.

"What about Ali? That should be a more fair game." Jasper suggested.

"Oh, I'm so in!" Alice yelled from the kitchen. Then she danced her way into the living room and took Emmett's seat.

It actually was one of the funniest things I've ever seen in my life. They each moved so fast with each play, that it was hard to keep up with the game. But before we knew it, they were done, and Edward had won.

"I want a rematch!" Alice complained.

We all just laughed at her exuberance at wanting a rematch. But what do you expect from Alice, though?

"Alright, sore loser. Let's go again." Edward conceded.

They ended up playing eight more times, into the next day. Before we knew it, we heard a car coming up the driveway. And then we heard several sets of feet coming up the steps. Carlisle was at the door before they could even knock.

I was shocked to see just how beautiful the women that walked into the house were. There were three very stunning blondes, and a gorgeous brunette, along with a striking dark skinned woman who looked like she was once a warrior. She was dressed like she came straight out of ancient Amazonian times. I felt a little inferior with them in the room. It was one thing to have Rose in the room, she was a stunner. As were Alice and Esme. But having five other women almost as beautiful as her around was a huge hit to my self-confidence.

Carlisle exchanged welcomes with the women, then ushered them into the house. When they turned to the rest of us, the strawberry blonde's face lit up.

"Who's the sexy beast?" She asked to no one in particular.

"Aw, Tanya, you know that means so much to me that you think that." Emmett said, while putting his hand over his heart and pretending to wipe a tear from his eye.

We all laughed at his silly antics.

I heard a slight growl somewhere behind me. I knew it had to be Edward.

"Bite me, Emmett! I'm talking about mister sex on legs over there." 'Tanya' said, motioning behind me.

Emmett made a gagging sound. "No thanks, Tanya. I think I'll pass on that one."

Then she was suddenly on the move towards Edward, with lusty eyes, and I saw red. As she passed me I made a move to go after her and felt small arms around my waist while I was snapping my teeth at this Tanya bitch, growling and hissing the whole time that whoever it was, was holding me back.

"Bells, shh, don't do something you'll regret later, honey. Calm down." I heard Alice mummer in my ear. She must be the one holding me back. I didn't know for sure because I never took my eyes off of Tanya.

She had darted behind Edward, hoping he'd protect her. "Who the hell is that crazy bitch?" She asked, pointing at me.

Grrrrrrrr!

"Oh, she did not just call me that. Alice, let me go! I'm gonna rip her hair out!" I struggled to get out of her hold, but there was sudden clarity when Edward stepped in front of me and grabbed my face so I would look at him. I didn't stop struggling, but I at least, had something to focus on, rather than that… uurrrrggghhh!

"Bells, you need to calm down, baby. Alice is right. I saw it, too. Don't do it. You'd end up hurting Olivia." That stopped me dead in my tracks.

I looked up at him and saw sincerity, and worry. He knew I didn't want Olivia hurt in any way. And I'm guessing he heard what was in her head and didn't like it either.

"Ok. I'm fine." I said after i took a few deep breaths. And he looked down at Alice, and then she let me go.

"Would someone please explain what the hell is going on here?" Tanya, the ever-present mouth, asked.

"Tanya, I suggest you control your hormones in my house. Not every man is as willing to sleep with you as all of your past conquests…" Carlisle started, and then I butted in.

"And I suggest you don't mess with the pregnant lady's mate. You'll lose an arm that way." I said, pointing to my stomach and Edward.

They all looked at me like I was insane.

That's just fucking perfect.

"You're pregnant?" Tanya asked, stating the obvious point.

"How very observant…" I said, sarcastically.

"Una Potente has been conceived." Carlisle stated calmly.

"WHAT?" they all shouted.

I suddenly felt a jab in my stomach. "Oomph." I staggered back a little, not expecting anything like that to come from me.

Christ, she's gonna try to kill me with all this crazy shit going on.

"Bella? What is it, sweetheart?" Esme was beside me in a flash.

"Ugh, Olivia just kicked me. I just wasn't expecting her to be doing that so soon. I think she just doesn't like all the stress and shouting going on." I told them.

"Edward, why don't you take her to sit down, and we'll be in there in a minute." Esme said, motioning to the living room.

I saw Edward nod, and guided me into the other room. But I could still hear what they were saying.

"Carlisle, this is insane. There's no way that Una Potente could possibly be conceived, or born into this world." One of the women said.

"What do you call that in there, Kate? She is a vampire, AND she is pregnant. And the baby is very much still alive. Kate, you've seen, yourself, what happens to a pregnant woman when she is changed. It obviously hasn't happened to Bella. They both have gifts, powerful gifts, which only further confirm our suspicions. I didn't explain all of this before you came here, because I didn't know if you would come then. But we needed Kate and Zafrina to help us with Bella's gift. She needs all the practice she can get. And the more she knows about how to work her gift, the better equipped she will be. Will you please help us with this?" Carlisle asked.

It was silent for a few moments. I guess they were making their minds up.

"Fine. We'll help. What do you need us to do?" Kate, I'm guessing, said.

"What? Are you all insane? That… woman tried to attack me, and we're just going to look the other way like nothing happened? What the hell?" Tanya, and her bratty voice, complained.

I leaned into Edward's neck. Ugh, I need earplugs.

I heard Edward snicker beside me.

"Tanya, if you can't support this family, then I suggest you head back to Alaska. Carlisle will not tolerate this kind of negativity in his home. Especially when you were the one to go after another's mate." Eleazar said in a commanding tone.

I heard her huff in frustration.

Guess this bitch is gonna be staying.

"Bells, be nice. I know you were justified, but I don't want you getting worked up. It seems to affect you and her like it would in a normal pregnancy. It's gonna be enough that you're going to be working with your gift soon. I don't want you to put you and her in any sort of distress." Edward whispered in my ear.

I closed my eyes and nodded. I heard the others walk into the room, but I didn't want to move from where I was yet. I love being right here, in the crook of Edward's neck.

He smells fantastic.

I felt him rumble with silent laughter.

"Aww, you guys are so nauseatingly cute. Don't you think Jasper?" Emmett said as he walked in and sat down.

"Jasper, if you value your life, you won't answer that." I heard Edward say, looking over at Jasper, who held his hands up in defeat.

"You three are just like brothers. First the chess game, now this. I'm afraid to know what you all will get into in the future." I said.

Alice sat beside me and picked up my hand, and I gasped, suddenly seeing stunts, pranks, wrestling, and countless other acts that the three of them would get into. Even Carlisle was in on a few of them. I couldn't help but laugh at it all.

"Carlisle, I thought you were a pacifist? Since when do you get down and dirty in the trenches?" I couldn't help but ask.

Carlisle got a sheepish look on his face. "Yes, there are times when I'll join in on Jasper and Emmett' shenanigans, on certain occasions."

I smiled at him to let him know it was ok to let loose.

"Alright, well everyone, this is Edward and Bella. Bella, Edward, this is Kate, Irina, Tanya and Carmen. Carmen is Eleazar's mate. And Zafrina; she's from Brazil. Kate and Zafrina are the ones that will be using their gifts to help us." Carlisle introduced them.

"It's nice to meet you. Thank you for coming here to assist us. This will really help me understand my gift more." I said gratefully.

"You're welcome, dear girl. Now, tell us what exactly has been going on." Zafrina said in a lovely exotic accent.

Carlisle went into the whole explanation with them. Everything from the crash, to us both waking as vampires, to us finding out about the 'Powerful One' and our involvement, to our powers and so on.

Once he was done, the women were sitting there, all with shocked looks on their faces. It was finally Kate that broke the silence. "So, we're going to experiment, basically, with her gift?"

"Yes. I would like for her to get exposure to others that have gifts, without exposing her to the Volturi. As long as we can keep it to the ones of us that are here, then we should be ok. I just hope none of us come into contact with any of the Volturi, any time soon." Carlisle explained.

"Alright, so when are we going to start this exercise?" Zafrina asked in her beautiful accent.

A/N: Are we having fun yet?

Some answers from Rosalie, and a somewhat truce.

Things are gonna start moving a little faster as we go from here.

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