AN: Thank you everyone who has reviewed, favorited, and followed A Better Forever. In this chapter we finally get to hear something from Edwards POV. Yay! We also get to see a little bit of Alice being Alice. So let's get to it. Here's chapter three of A Better Forever.

Chapter 3: And a Baby Makes Four

Bella POV

I headed back to the cottage after helping get Rosalie, Emmett, and the babies settled in for the night at the main house. Along the way I tried to gain a little extra courage so I could talk to Edward about possibly having another baby. He had already taken Nessie home so she could sleep and was sitting on the sofa reading when I got home.

"Well hello, love. I'm glad you're home. How's Rose and the babies?" He laid aside his book as he spoke and motioned for me to join him. God, he looked gorgeous. I had to focus, there was a more important matter at hand than the way the light from the fire made my husband look.

I was insanely glad that he couldn't read my mind. It was comforting to know the conversation couldn't be thrown out before it began. I filled my lungs with an unnecessary breath and spoke as I joined him. "Edward, can we talk about something?"

"Of course, love. What do you have on your mind?" He smiled my favorite crooked smile and I almost lost focus again. I had to shake my head to clear it enough to think about the task at hand.

"Have you thought about this past year maybe, possibly having another baby?" I closed my eyes and braced for a quick and final "No," but it didn't come. I peeked and he looked thoughtful.

"Do you want another baby, Bella," he asked gently. At least he didn't sound mad. That had to count for something.

"Why are you avoiding my question," I demand in an attempt to take the heat off me.

He simply chuckled and commented that he'd take my reply as a yes. His eyes began to scan the room, and he chuckled again. "We're going to need more room."

My heart soared at his words. "You really want a baby?"

"Yes," he answered with a carefree laugh as he pulled me into a cuddle. "Why would you think I wouldn't?"

"Well after hearing 'No,' a lot when we were dating, it's taking awhile to get used to you saying, 'yes.'" I snuggled a little closer to him and he laughed again.

"So we are now trying for a baby," he asked me and I believed I knew where his thoughts were heading.

"Well I'll cast the spell tomorrow if you want. I do believe we could do with one more night of just practice," I informed him in the best seductive voice I could. He pulled me away from his chest and crushed his lips to mine. In that instant is was a done deal. Edward and I were trying for a baby.

Three Months Later

EPOV:

I was coming home from a hunting trip with my brothers when I saw Bella waiting anxiously on the front porch of the main house. She looked absolutely beautiful with her huge breath-taking smile. She was glowing.

As soon as I hoped out of the Jeep, I was bombarded with her thoughts. This happened only a half a second before Bella came flying around the corner into the garage, launching herself at me. "We're having a BABY," she screamed in my ear followed by a quick carefree laugh.

"Really? We're having a baby," I demanded when she pulled back to look at me. Her smile was so big and beautiful and it left me in complete awe of her.

"Yes, you're gonna be a daddy again, Daddy." With her confirmation I pulled her closer to me again and spun her around. Bella and I are having a baby. "I can't wait to meet him," she sighed resting her head on my shoulder.

That statement sent my brain to a screeching halt. If I hadn't promised that I wouldn't say anything to Bella about the strange girl we met the day we found out all of this was possible was our daughter and second oldest child, maybe I could've spared myself the trouble of convincing Bella that we're having a daughter. Oh, well she'll find out in a few months, but I still put the possibility if a girl out there so she won't be totally blindsided. "Or her. You could be having another daughter, love."

"Yeah, but I'm sure that this one is a boy. Though another daughter would be nice, too, I really want a boy this time. We can always have more babies to get our other girl, but I'm so sure this is our little E.J. I can't wait to tell Nessie. She's going to flip." Bella then hopped out of our embrace, took my hand, and began leading us back to the cottage. "I told Jacob to keep her awake for a little while, not that it would be hard to do."

I smiled at that. Nessie had started really protesting bedtime. She wanted to sleep when she wanted to sleep, and wake up when she wanted to wake up. It had been really funny watching her and her mother bicker about her going to bed. She was starting to get that teenage attitude and it was getting scarier as it was getting funnier.

It wasn't becoming scary because we didn't know what kind of rebellious actions she'd take. I was fairly sure Bella and I could handle anything she threw at us. The thing that worried us was how close it was getting to the time when she'd eventually start feeling attracted to Jacob and he to her.

She already looked to be about twelve then and had turned four three months ago. My little girl was growing up so fast, but I got some comfort knowing that she'll be okay. That combined with the fact I'd be getting a new daughter soon, made me happier than I've ever been.

With each new addition into my life I experienced a new level of happiness that I'd never even thought would exist for me. First there was Bella, and she gave my immortal life meaning. I fell in love and she made me the happiest man in existence. She then helped bring my second level of happiness when she brought Renesmee into the world. I'll be the first to admit I was very scared and wasn't as supportive as I should've been, but with the help of Bella and the joy of having my daughter, I began to see everything was well worth it in the end. And now, Bella was adding another level of happiness by giving me another daughter.

We entered the cottage and found Nessie and Jacob in the living room watching, of all things, SpongeBob. They both turned to look at us as we entered and then Nessie turned back to turn off the TV. "Do I get to know the secret now," she asked a little annoyed at her mother's instance on not telling her what was going on.

"Yes," Bella said with a laugh as she pulled me along with her to sit on the ottoman in front of the sofa. "Nessie do you remember when we asked you if you'd want a baby brother?"

"Or sister," I threw in there to again keep Bella from forgetting the chance that it might be a girl.

"Yeah," Nessie said, confused at first, but then her eyes widened as realization hit her. "You're pregnant?" Bella nodded and Nessie shot up to hug her mother. "This is the best Christmas gift ever! I'm gonna be a big sister! When are you due?"

"June 23," Bella answered with pride, "three days after his daddy's birthday." Bella then looked at me and smiled. I guess I can humor her for a little while. After all, in a few months will get to look at our baby girl for the first time using the new sonogram machine Carlisle acquired from one of Amelia's doctors.

"This is so cool! How are we gonna tell Grandpa Charlie? He's gonna flip! Oh and Grandma Renee is gonna be here this Christmas. Everyone will know then," Nessie rambled. She was absolutely thrilled that she was getting a sibling and getting to meet her grandmother Renee in person. Her life seemed to be falling into place.

Bella had gotten around to calling Renee about two months after we found out she was a half witch. Renee had been thrilled that Bella had been told about the royal family and Renee personal connection to the world that she was now aware of. Bella didn't understand why Renee had kept it a secret all of these years and that made for a pretty interesting conversation.

"Sweetheart, I didn't tell you because you may have never had anything to do with the world I only half belonged to. So I started to try and give you a normal life without using magic. I succeeded, but unfortunately being dependent on magic for so long had its drawbacks, such as never learning how to cook." Renee had chuckled at that. Then Bella was curious as to if Renee knew what I was when we had gone to Florida. "Yes, and you don't know how hard it was to keep my thoughts about that away from him. I was worried at first, I'll admit, but then I saw how he looked at you. It was clear how much that boy loved you and still loves you. I had a feeling that you'd end up joining him as a vampire yourself and hoped that in time you'd tell me. I didn't expect to hear I got a granddaughter out of the deal though. I can't wait to meet her."

That conversation sparked many phone call and video chats between Renee and Nessie. They absolutely adored each other, and Renee decided that she and Phil—who turned out to be a warlock—would join us for Christmas.

Every Christmas since the Volturi came had been celebrated at the main house. Everyone—this included us, the Denalis, Charlie and his now wife Sue, select members of the wolf pack that could stand to be around us, and Billy Black—would gather in the spacious living room around Esme's huge Christmas tree and give and receive their gifts. This year, I think everyone will be getting a big surprise as well.

Christmas Day

Edward POV:

Bella and I had just finished placing our gifts around the tree when Jasper pulled up with Renee and Phil. I could hear Renee's excitement in her thoughts as she directed Phil to get the presents out of the trunk. She bounced up the stairs and through the open door faster than I've ever seen of a human. She only paused to greet Esme and give her a kiss on the cheek. "Can you believe it Esme? We share a granddaughter now."

"Yes, it's amazing, and hopefully we'll have many more," Esme could barely hide her smile as she looked pointedly at me and though, And we will won't we Edward. I simply rolled my eyes as Renee rushed over to see her daughter for the first time since she left for our honeymoon.

"Oh, Bella," Renee sobbed as she took her daughter in her arms. "You look so wonderful. I'm so happy to see you." She pulled away from the hug then and looked around. "Where is that lovely granddaughter of mine?"

"She'll be here shortly. She spent the night with Charlie and Sue. They should be here any minute," I gave the information to Renee and she turned to look at me shocked and a little ashamed.

"Oh, Edward, how rude of me. How's my favorite son-in-law," she asked as she came over to hug me.

"I'm well Renee, but I don't see how 'favorite son-in-law' applies to someone who is the only son-in-law you have," I teased as I hugged her.

She pulled back and gave me a playful slap on the arm. "You are my only son-in-law, and since you're the only one, it make you my favorite." She smiled at me before turning her attention back to Esme. "Esme, is there anything I can do to help?"

"No, there isn't, and even if there was, I wouldn't be so rude as to have one of my guest lift a finger. You just go sit right over there and catch up with Bella," Esme directed as she held the door for Phil and Jasper. "Edward, take the presents from Phil, and you and Jasper place them around the tree. Phil, welcome back, and please do make yourself at home."

"Thank you, Esme," Phil said handing the presents he was carrying to me. "Everything looks lovely as always. You and Alice sure have a gift for decorating, although hers tends to expand into decorating people as well."

Esme laughed delighted that he guest liked everything. She was nothing if not the perfect host. "Thank you, Phil, and yes, Alice does tend to decorate people. She's never been happier since all of the babies have come along. She tend to change their outfits at least three times a day." Esme closed the door and came into the living room. She sat next to Renee with her smile never leaving her face as she thought of her grandchildren. Hopefully I'll get a few more from Edward and Bella. Maybe even Alice and Jasper will have a few. Oh, and not too long from now I'll have great grandchildren.

She noticed me looking at her then and thought, You heard all of that didn't you. I smiled wide and nodded. She frowned a little and waved me away a little flustered. Leave me be. I'm a grandma. I'm allowed to think about the possibility of more children being added to my family. I smiled, shook my head, and continued to place presents around the tree.

"Edward, don't put that present there. It clashes with the other presents. Put it on the other side next to the snowflake presents," Alice said coming into the room carrying Rose's son Brandon.

"Are you seriously making me sort presents so they don't 'clash,'" I demanded standing with a present wrapped in a silver and blue snowman paper in my hand. This girl had lost her mind.

"Yes, Edward. Snowmen go better with snowflakes, not red and white stripes. Men can be so blind sometimes," she grumbled and gave a sigh. "Anyways, I present to you baby Brandon and baby Izzy in their lovely Christmas outfits." She motioned from the baby in her arms to the one in Rose's. Both babies had on little Santa outfits complete with hats. Brandon's was the traditional red and Izzy's was pink. Those poor children.

"Oh, Alice, they're adorable," Renee squealed. "Rosalie, you have such beautiful children."

This made Rose smile a very big smile and reply, "Thank you, Renee. Would you like to hold one of them?" Renee nodded and Rose looked over to Alice. "Sorry, Alice, but it'll give you a chance to better supervise the present stacking."

Just then Emmett came in the door with a pile of presents. "Yeah, Alice, go help stack where one of these losers can help me bring the rest of these presents in."

"Emmett, where are your manners? We have guest," Esme scolded as she stood up from the couch and walked over to take the gifts from Emmett. Today was sure going to be interesting.

A Few Hours Later

Edward POV:

The gifts had all been opened and we all sat around the room talking and laughing when suddenly Bella stood up. "Everyone, I would like to share some great news with all of you." She looked pointedly at me, and I knew that meant I better stand up. I did as I was silently told, and Bella continued. "But first so that the people that don't already know but should be some of the first to know know first, we have a couple extra gifts to hand out."

Bella pulled out two cards and handed one to Renee and the other to Charlie. They each opened their individual card and read silently before studying the little picture they'd been given. It was Bella's first sonogram of our daughter—of course they couldn't tell though. The image sent waves of joy through both of Bella's parents. They were going to have another grandchild.

Renee and Charlie looked up at Bella, and she obviously took that as her cue to tell the entire room. "Edward and I are having another baby!"

The room was silent for a split second before cheers filled the air. Everyone now knew of the baby that was to come, and as they all hugged and congratulated Bella, my heart swelled knowing that soon my new daughter would be born and everyone couldn't wait to meet her.

AN: Alright folks. Bella and Edward are now getting ready to welcome their new baby daughter—though Bella still thinks it'll be a boy. She's got a little surprise on the way, and I can't wait for you guys to get to read her reaction to the news.

And now, to keep me from spoiling everything, I'm proud to say that this chapter wasn't as short as the previous two. I hope you enjoyed hearing things from Edward's POV and seeing Alice being, well, Alice. Also I'm proud to say I edited and finally uploaded a cover photo for the story. Yay!

And now I leave you, lovelies, to go work on chapter four of A Better Forever. Don't forget to Review and if you really like favorite and follow. Until next time… SuperBat5795