A/N– Sorry I haven't updated in so long. I had major writer's block and then a family emergency. Everything's ok now. The reason Bella can read minds is because she inherited it from Edward. But she can't go deep into people's minds, only hear their current thoughts. She also has another uber-cool gift that goes with her character. Btw, this is set during the summer between junior and senior year. They will be married by the time school starts. I just couldn't stand to have Bella older than Edward for all eternity. So, here is the long awaited for chapter.

Disclaimer- I don't own Twilight.

BPOV

After our "adventure" last night, Edward and I laid there, basking in each other's presence. I was so happy that I would be able to live with him forever.

"Bella?"

"Yes, Edward?"

"I think we should make the plans for our wedding soon."

"Me too. Maybe we could get Alice to help."

Alice stepped in our room and said, "of course I'll want to help my sister-in-law. We can go shopping in Seattle tomorrow."

Shopping. Great. I groaned internally. Because I love to shop so much. Alice must have noticed my expression. She smirked.

"Come on, Bella. It won't be that bad. I promise."

"You know I don't like it when you spend money on me."

"And why not? You're part of the family now," Edward jumped in. I smiled at that.

They look so cute together. I just remembered my gift! I could hear people's thoughts. I also remembered Charlie. It all came flooding back.

"What am I going to do about Charlie? Should he know that I'm a vampire?"

"I think he should. I'll get Carlisle to come with us to help explain the situation."

—IN THE CAR GOING TO CHARLIE'S HOUSE

EPOV

I could tell Bella was really nervous about telling her father. I mean, look how long it took him to accept the fact that we're getting married. I had to admit, I'm nervous too. What if he tells people what we are? It could ruin this. But, the little voice inside my head said 'Charlie would do anything for Bella's happiness. You have to trust that he won't tell.'I suppose I should side with that voice. It's helped me so many times before. Oh, great. We're here.

BPOV

Oh gosh. What if Charlie tries to make me stay away from Edward? Too late to think about that now, we're already on the doorstep knocking.

Charlie came to the door and his eyes widened. "Bells, are you ok? You look different."

Shoot! He noticed! " I'm fine dad. We just have something to tell you." He motioned for us to come in. I looked nervously at Edward, then Carlisle. Edward rubbed circles in the back of my hand.

"What's this all about?" Charlie looked at Carlisle for an answer.

"We needed to tell you that my family and I are vampires. Bella has known about this for quite some time."

"Billy was right!"

When I glanced at Edward, I noticed a look that said 'I told you we couldn't trust that crazy old man.'

"Yes he was."

"Is that all you had to tell me?" Charlie looked a little suspicious.

"Not quite. Bella has asked to be one of us and we have given her what she wants. Don't worry you are perfectly safe in our presence. We only hunt animals. So will Bella."

"So, you are trying to tell me that you just turned my daughter into a monster!" Edward winced at the word monster.

"She's not a monster. This was her choice. We have talked about the pros and cons on countless occasions. She was persistent."

I could hear Charlie think 'how could this happen? I should have known there was something wrong with that boy.'

"He's not 'that boy', dad. His name is Edward and he's my fiancé."

"I didn't say anything."

"You thought it! Dad this was my choice. I want to be with Edward forever."

"What do you mean I thought it?"

"I can hear people's thoughts. But that's not important right now. You can't keep me from the man I love."

"How do you know this is real love, Bells? How do you know it's not just a crush? Now, it's too late to do anything if you don't love him."

"Dad, don't you think I know what I'm doing? I know that I love him and I always will." I saw Charlie's anger turn to concern for me.

'I just want her to be safe. I don't want this to end up like me and Renee did. I don't want her to have a broken heart.'

"I know dad. It's ok. Edward and his family accept and love me."

Charlie sighed with defeat. "I know Bells. I know this is the right choice and that Edward will take care of you. Just...be careful."

"I will."

Carlisle, after his long silence, spoke up. "We should be going now. We'll see you later Charlie."

"Ok. Bye Bella. Dr. Cullen, Edward." We went out and got into the car.

"I'm proud of you Bella." Carlisle said.

"Thanks, but he needed to know where I stand on this."

"You did a great job, but I do have a question," Edward stated with a slight bit of hesitancy.

"Go on."

"Didn't Charlie tempt you. You haven't even hunted yet."

"I didn't smell anything. When I tried, no smell came from him."

"I think, because of your dislike for the smell of blood when you were human, it neutralized the smell humans would have now that you're a vampire." Carlisle said in a professional tone.

"It makes sense. Well, at least you won't have any trouble at school this year," Edward chuckled.

I groaned. "You mean I still have to go to school?"

"Of course. You have to get your diploma."

Great. Another year of Mike and Tyler constantly asking me out. This is going to be fun. Although, it might be hard to restrain Edward when he sees other guys hitting on his wife. Wife. At least we'll be married soon. I wonder if we should tell the kids at school? Either way, Edward's going to be more protective when I'm around Mike.

A/N: Ok. There you go. A new chapter. Sorry if it's rushed. Old habits die hard holding on. Do you like Bella's other power? I thought it would fit. Plus, I just wanted to make things easier for her. Teehee. ;P As I explained, she can read minds only because she stole it from Edward. The blood thing is from her own behavior. Okay, now that I'm done with this long author's note, I have something very important I need to tell you. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE REVIEW! I will personally reply to any and all reviews. I might even share my cookies and milk with you. What do you say to that?