IT'S POSITIVE


Bella's POV

The next morning after I showered using the products Sue had gifted me, Jake, Quil and Embry stopped by to say a quick goodbye. Embry of course wanted to go for a walk down to the beach. I reluctantly agreed.

"So do you feel differently," he asked.

"No silly. I only just got inseminated yesterday. Gosh I hate that word, it makes me feel like a cow or something," I chuckled dryly.

"Hey, you're still beautiful to me," he replied with a smile.

"You won't be saying that when you finally imprint Emb," I smiled at him.

He let out a heavy sigh, "Who's to say I'll imprint or not."

"Well, you are visiting several other reservations. You never know Emb," I wanted to change the subject.

"You'll still be beautiful even if I do imprint. You'll always be the first girl I fell in love with, Bells," he whispered.

"Emb, don't. Please," I begged.

"Why? Why'd you have to pick him? Was I not enough for you? I love you Bella. Always have," he stopped, pulling me into a tight hug. I felt something wet falling onto my head and realized that he was crying.

"Love isn't everything for us, Emb. He's my first love. I couldn't just let him go and move on. It made me sick when he tried to force me to," I felt the sting of tears in my own eyes.

"I honestly hope that I do imprint. I think it'll help me forget not being able to have you," he whispered against my hair. I hugged him more tightly.

"We should head back. Don't want you guys to be late for whatever you guys are doing first," I replied.

"Sure sure," he said turning towards the house and tugging me along.

The silence on the walk back was awkward. I couldn't find the words to say that would make this better. He was going with Jake to find his imprint. I would become a distant memory when he did. I let out a sigh when we finally entered the house.

"Text me when you guys get there okay," I said giving Jake a hug.

"Will do bells," he replied walking out the door.

I watched as they all loaded into the car and drove off. Finally some quiet time.


The following week was a little more quiet than usual. I was surprised Paul wasn't trying to hang around too much. He stopped by every day with some sort of gift basket from Sue. Usually just lunch or a little something to spoil myself with, like chocolate.

I did video chat with Alice, and Rose as much as I could though they were busy making a gift for Edward and I. Occasionally I would text Esme to see how she was doing. This pregnancy was as much a surprise for her as it was for Edward.

I still didn't feel any differently. But when my next appointment came, I was surprised that Paul wanted to meet me at the clinic instead of drive me.

I was heading towards my car when Leah pulled up. I was early so I didn't make a fuss when she came walking up to me.

"Hey B," she greeted with a smile, hugging me tightly.

"Hey Lee. What's up," I replied eyeing her suspiciously.

"Mind if I tag along with you. I know Paul is going to be there already but I want to be there for moral support," she smiled hugging my shoulders.

I looked at her with a stunned expression.

"Since when do you and Lahote get along," I asked curiously. It was rather odd that she didn't call him by her usual nickname "man whore". Hmm, stranger things have happened right?

"It's recent, very recent. Besides he is still an ass but he's pack. Anyways can I come," she pleaded.

"Sure," I replied sheepishly.

We hopped in the car and I slowly made my way to the clinic. Paul was waiting sitting on the hood of his car. I never noticed it before but he had a really nice car. It was a Chevy Chevelle SS probably a 1985 model, I wasn't sure of the year. It was a matte black with glossy black race stripes.Definitely something he would totally drive, I thought as I drooled over his car.

"You plan on standing there all day B," Leah smirked. I rolled my eyes and hopped out.

"See something you like Swan," Paul asked with that devilish grin.

Of course he thought I was checking him out. I chuckled dryly walking past him and heading inside.

"Yeah. I love your car Lahote," I smirked. I giggled when his grin fell from his face.

I checked in at the front desk and was directed to wait in the waiting area. Paul once again sat right next to me and Leah sat across from us. She even pretended to read a magazine, peeking over it at us as if I wouldn't notice. I could see Paul sneaking glances as well.

By the time Sue came out to get me, I was nervous. I stood at the same time as Paul. Leah just sat there looking over the magazine.

"You two go ahead. I'll be here if you need me," she smiled. What's with the strange behavior lately, I wondered internally.

"Are you sure," I tried to plead with my eyes.

She rolled her eyes at my response, "I'm one hundred percent sure B. Besides I don't do the whole baby thing."

"Okay, if you're sure," I pouted.

"C'mon Swan let's get this over with," Paul said pushing me towards the door Sue was holding open.

"You've lost a couple of pounds," Sue said with a hint of concern lacing her tone, after I was weighed.

I took a deep breath and smiled shyly. Honestly I don't feel differently so this was kind of new to me.

"Okay Bella here's a cup. We just need a urine sample first," she smiled at me.

I took the cup and headed into the bathroom. I took my time as my nerves went haywire. When I was done, Sue guided Paul and I to the empty room. She did the usual questioning and took my vitals.

"Alright Bella, I'll be right back with your results from the sample," Sue smiled, as she left the room.

"So what is the plan if it's positive," Paul asked casually.

"I suppose Edward and I will set up a nursery at the Cullens house. I promised Rose to involve her as much as possible," I replied sheepishly.

"Is Eddie boy excited about the prospect of being a father," he asked.

"Actually it's a surprise for him," I replied nervously. Lately I've been thinking about it and so far I'm not sure how he'll take it.

"What's the plan if he doesn't want this," he said between gritted teeth. Weird.

"I guess I'll become a single mother," I whispered, trying to not cry.

"Hey, you don't have to do it alone if it comes to that. If you want you can stay at my place. I have two extra rooms upstairs. You can have your own space," he said standing up.

He reached around me and hugged me as tears began to fall down my cheeks. I'm a mess.

"Thanks," I whispered, hugging him back.

When Sue returned he didn't step back like I thought he would. She just smiled at both of us before speaking.

"Well Bella, Congratulations. You're pregnant," she beamed at me.

I just smiled at her. Paul stiffened before pulling me into another awkward hug. He seemed ecstatic about the news.

"So everything worked out then," I asked.

"Absolutely," she smiled.

Sue went over a few things to prepare for and what to expect. When we went to leave Paul stayed behind claiming he needed to talk to Sue about something important. I nodded and went to schedule my next appointment for two weeks out.

Leah was especially quiet on the drive back to Billy's. He's been spending most of his time at the council centre these days and always has dinner with Joy Atera.

"You don't seem happy about it," Leah chimes.

"I have this terrible feeling that Edward won't like this and that we'll end up divorced," I replied with a frown.

"What are your plans if that happens," she asked in a whisper.

"I don't really know. Everyone keeps giving me options in case that happens," I sigh.

"Which one are you leaning towards the most," she queried.

"Actually Paul's offer seems more promising so far," I blushed.

"Yeah? He does have the space. And you don't have to worry about random women showing up since he never brings them home. Besides, I've heard he hasn't had a woman in over a year," she replied smiling.

"So he's growing up," I chuckled dryly.

"Yeah I guess so," she giggled.

"What do you think I should do," I asked.

"Honestly... I'd go with Lahote's offer," she smiled warmly.

I nodded thoughtfully. It was odd that Leah and Paul were getting along. Maybe he was sucking up for some reason. Or maybe he really was growing up. It didn't matter to me, I'm just happy for him. Maybe there's a woman involved. I smiled at the thought of Paul Lahote settling down and starting a family. I bet he'd make a great father.

"I'll consider it," I smiled. We pulled up to Billy's and Leah hopped out without looking back.

"I'll see you later B," she said over her shoulder. Then she jumped in her car and was off.

I made my way inside and was about to head to the shower when a knock sounded at the door. It was Sam.

"Sam, what can I do for you," I asked.

"Just getting an overnight bag for Billy. Joy is taking him to the doctor in Port Angeles early in the morning," he replied.

"Okay," was all I could say.

I froze when he leaned in and hugged me. Was he sniffing my hair?

"Thanks for the hug I guess," I said blushing.

"I'll just be a couple of minutes," he replied with a small smile.

That was especially weird.

"Well I'll catch you tomorrow evening for the bonfire," Sam shrugged heading out the door.

"Goodbye Sam," I replied with a wave.

I shut the door trying to figure out what was happening. The pack was suddenly acting so strange. Whatever it was, must be something big.

I headed for the shower and got ready for bed. I sent a quick text to Edward saying that I love him. Hopefully he'll get it soon. For the first time since everything happened, I was thoroughly overwhelmed. Though it took no time at all for me to fall asleep. Tomorrow I will be having lunch with Alice and Rose and going over some nursery plans. The only thing going through my head before unconsciousness took over was, what if Edward rejects me for this.